Urban All-Round Master

73: Chapter 73: The Special Soldier King Bu Chen 73: Chapter 73: The Special Soldier King Bu Chen “I’m strong!” Lin Zifeng was taken aback initially, not expecting this seemingly invincible guy to ever admit defeat.

Even the guys doing handstands in the cell were all shocked!

You should know that there were countless newbies who had wanted to establish themselves as the boss in the detention center, only to be beaten to within an inch of their lives.

Even Long Hao, when he first arrived, was beaten black and blue!

It’s just that he’s always been a loner and not one to show off.

But now, with Lin Zifeng’s arrival, the outcome has surprised everyone!

Is this guy even human?

He’s even beaten up the notorious tough guys in the cell!

Long Hao was really asking for it.

“Here, have a smoke.” Lin Zifeng had expected to continue getting roughed up, but never imagined that this unassuming guy, who wouldn’t even stand out in a crowd, could be so generous!

I just attacked him decisively, and he’s acting like nothing happened?

Isn’t he going to seek revenge?

But he had underestimated Lin Zifeng’s intellect.

For guys with real ability and strength, it was always right to build relationships, no matter the era.

Because Lin Zifeng understood the bigger picture, who knows if he would need people in the future?

If he wanted to accomplish something big, having no one on hand was a truly miserable situation.

This warmed the aloof man’s heart.

There was an unwritten rule in the detention center: New inmates had the right to challenge any senior member, and the seniors could also challenge the newbies.

If you lost the challenge, you’d have to keep a low profile from then on and obediently become a follower.

If you refused a challenge, everyone in the detention center would look down on you!

Even if you knew you would lose, not having the guts to take on the challenge was the most contemptible.

So when Lin Zifeng was walking toward the aloof man, the latter thought Lin Zifeng was there to challenge him and struck first.

The aloof man wasn’t pretentious.

He took the cigarette Lin Zifeng offered and lit it, taking a deep drag.

“What got you locked up?”

After a drag of the cigarette, the aloof man’s eyes began to show some warmth, and his regard for Lin Zifeng improved.

At least Lin Zifeng had one good quality: he wasn’t one to put on airs and was friendly with everybody unless they were the sort who thought they were the best in the world.

Otherwise, he’d go out of his way to make friends.

“Heh, just a little misunderstanding that got me here.

I reckon someone will come to pick me up in less than half an hour.”

Lin Zifeng didn’t show any pretense of superiority, and this authenticity made the aloof man feel comfortable and warm.

“Oh!

A misunderstanding?”

The aloof man’s eyebrows raised, showing concern as he asked, “Who misunderstood you?”

Upon hearing that Lin Zifeng was misunderstood, the aura he exuded instantly changed.

“Heh, it’s all trivial matters, not worth mentioning.

By the way, what’s your name?

How come I feel like you’re very different from the others here?”

“I’m Bu Chen.

I was once a national ace Special Soldier.

I accidentally killed a border crosser during a mission and was brought before a military court.

After being bailed out by former superiors, I ended up locked up here in the Lotus District detention center.

Anyway, I’m just muddling through, waiting for meal times.

Life is rather mundane, but it’s not too bad.

What about you?

Why do I find myself talking so much as soon as I met you?

I’m also quite curious about your background.

Could you share it?

Since we’re all under the same roof with nothing better to do, why not chat?” Bu Chen swept away his previous aloof demeanor and suddenly spilled his own story, even though he had only just started talking to Lin Zifeng.

After hearing Bu Chen’s introduction, Lin Zifeng’s eyes inadvertently flickered with a hint of melancholy, as if the memories Bu Chen just shared involuntarily triggered some of his own.

But Lin Zifeng was extremely perceptive when it came to expressions of emotion, and he regained his composure in just a moment.

“It seems you have some strong backing, huh?

Killing personnel who cross the border is a matter for a military court, even execution by firing squad!”

“Heh, it’s all thanks to my comrades’ help.

I’m too lazy to go out now.

The outside world isn’t better than this place; at least here I can enjoy good food and care.

Outside, I’m nothing,” said Bu Chen, his eyes revealing a hint of melancholy.

After all, once a top Special Soldier, he now found himself a prisoner in a detention center—a stark contrast that was indeed quite saddening.

However, Bu Chen was no fool.

During his interaction with Lin Zifeng, he had sized him up countless times!

Even silently guessing a hundred possible identities for him.

As a former ace Special Soldier, his keen perception and extraordinary judgment allowed him to see through people with ease.

But Lin Zifeng radiated an aura so ordinary it couldn’t be more bland, not only unperceivable but even his identity was hard to guess, which only made Bu Chen more intrigued by him.

…

Eventually, after exchanging introductions, they each gained an understanding of the other, conversing on various topics.

After all, Lin Zifeng had also experienced a military life, making their conversation effortless.

However, as for Lin Zifeng’s true experiences, of course, he couldn’t just reveal them to anyone because that was a taboo chilling enough to scare anyone stiff!

If he revealed it today, it wouldn’t be surprising if within three days, everyone in the detention center, including Lin Zifeng, would be courting a fatal disaster!

Because Lin Zifeng had escaped from the Black Prison…

About half an hour later.

Nangong Bing, who was dealing with business documents, suddenly received a call from Huahua, saying that Lin Zifeng had been taken away!

And she was crying and begging him to save Zifeng.

Nangong Bing was stunned on the spot!

Only after inquiring from various sources did he realize it was a misunderstanding, and he immediately called the deputy mayor’s number.

Half an hour passed, and a blue limited-edition, crystal Lamborghini stopped in front of the Lotus District public security bureau with skillful controls and graceful speed.

Soon after, three government-plated cars followed in the Lamborghini’s wake.

Accompanied by the deputy mayor, she stepped out in crystal purple high heels, her long, black hair fluttering over her shoulders, and her eyes shielded by large sunglasses.

Her pale, delicate face was devoid of any joy, and she was clad in cutting-edge international fashion that highlighted her near-perfect figure.

Aristocratic, cool, with a demeanor both elegant and sophisticated, she stood outside the public security bureau like a living display of luxury brands, her presence so commanding that even the deputy mayor bowed and scraped before her.

Nangong Bing frowned, her willow leaf-like eyebrows knitted, and she gave deputy mayor Zhang Hanlin a critical glance.

The old man instantly broke out in a cold sweat, worried that he might have been somehow inhospitable.

After all, as an international tycoon with familial ties, Nangong Bing’s influence spread throughout the nation and even overseas.

Her father was reputed to be a mega tycoon, rare both home and abroad, contributing billions in taxes to the country each year, perhaps even more—a terrifying figure indeed.

Such a massive group was a unique presence in Zhonghai!

For a province’s economic prosperity, it relied on state and foreign enterprises to invest heavily.

With that investment came the marrow of the provincial economy, pushing for further development, and the local government’s annual tax revenue heavily relied on these titanic conglomerates.

Offending Nangong Bing was akin to courting disaster!

Even the mayor, upon meeting such an international president, especially of a familial nature, would have no choice but to bow and scrape!

This time, calling on her connections, Nangong Bing first reached out to the deputy mayor, who was ecstatic!

He felt honored to be regarded so highly, and where would he find the gall to refuse her?

These days, no matter how powerful an official you are, you can’t outmatch the wealth of others!