After all, their behavior was far too... childish.
However, the networks of connections among the Li, Jiang, and Ye families were simply too vast, and with them all brought into the open, no one could afford to disrespect them. At least, before possessing conclusive evidence of their crimes, who would dare to confront all three simultaneously?
Li Ruiyu had to do this because he didn't want his son-in-law to use violence and an unbelievable identity to do something earth-shattering to protect the Li family. Even if they survived this ordeal safely, the Li family would inevitably be condemned and slandered by everyone.
Jiang Lan did this without consulting the Jiang family. She acted as the arrogant and autocratic representative of the Jiang family, just as she had always done.
Beneath Ye Rongchen's calm, serious, and authoritative exterior lies a cunning and shrewd mind. After learning of Xu Zhengyang's special identity, he felt even more compelled to cling to the powerful Li family's new son-in-law for protection...
In short, they all believed that Xu Zhengyang would definitely be able to bring Ding Changri back.
After Ding Changri brought it back, everything became clear.
Unlike their chaotic and far-reaching thoughts, Xu Zhengyang's idea was very simple: bring Ding Changri back to clear my name; and while I'm at it, expose the guy who smeared me and slap him in the face a hundred times over in public...
What was I saying again? You can fight however you want, but why do you always drag me into it?
What business is it of yours if I get married?
Damn it!
...
In any case, those who initially firmly opposed Xu Zhengyang's departure from the country and demanded his temporary detention and trial are now helpless.
Upon further reflection, it became clear that it was simply a pipe dream for Xu Zhengyang to go to Canada alone and bring Ding Changri back.
There are differences in the judicial procedures between the two countries, and most importantly, there is no extradition treaty between them. Furthermore, there is a clear conflict on issues of human rights and penalties. Meanwhile, Ding Changri is being closely monitored and has been placed under house arrest.
Even if high-ranking government officials went there or sent special agents, they wouldn't be able to bring him back, let alone Xu Zhengyang, who is just an ordinary citizen with no official status.
unless……
Ding Changri returned voluntarily.
But how could that be? Ding Changri isn't a fool.
Threatening and intimidating with other means? Who do you think you are? There are police and special departments over there, and because of Ding Changri's identity and the special nature of his case, it's questionable whether you'll even be able to see him once you get there.
Of course, the masterminds who had been standing by and watching from the sidelines, as well as some people who were still feeling uneasy and worried about being implicated, had also prepared for the worst.
The Li, Jiang, and Ye families aren't fools; they wouldn't be unaware of these difficulties, and they must have a certain degree of confidence. Have they made a comprehensive plan?
So, if Ding Changri and Xu Zhengyang really make contact with Canada, or even if they are going to return to China, we must kill them at all costs!
Because... it's either you die or I perish.
...
3:30 p.m., Vancouver International Airport.
Xu Zhengyang, dressed casually and wearing sunglasses, walked out of the terminal with a flourish, followed by Chen Hanzhe, who was carrying a small leather bag.
Outside the terminal, a man arranged by Jiang Lan was already waiting.
The man appeared to be around thirty-five years old, casually holding a piece of paper with the words "Xu Zhengyang" written on it. He had slicked-back hair, wore glasses, and had a refined, scholarly demeanor.
Xu Zhengyang smiled and stepped forward, extending his hand: "Hello, I am Xu Zhengyang."
"Hello, Jiang Chengzhi."
After a brief introduction, Jiang Chengzhi led Xu Zhengyang and Chen Hanzhe to the car he had driven there.
Jiang Lan had given a brief introduction over the phone before he arrived. Jiang Chengzhi was a nephew of hers, who had been living here for five years and ran a restaurant. As for why Jiang Chengzhi, despite his privileged background, chose to open a restaurant abroad, Jiang Lan naturally wouldn't say, and Xu Zhengyang wouldn't ask either, because it was really unnecessary.
Jiang Chengzhi was a very talkative person. The journey from the airport to Vancouver was fifteen kilometers, and Jiang Chengzhi chatted away the whole way. Before long, he took it upon himself to call Xu Zhengyang his brother-in-law, and his intimacy made Xu Zhengyang feel a little embarrassed.
Goodness, coming to Vancouver feels like visiting relatives.
Of course, besides this relative's enthusiasm, there were other people who were also very "enthusiastic" in welcoming Xu Zhengyang.
Looking through the rearview mirror, Xu Zhengyang glanced at a seemingly ordinary silver-gray sedan several cars behind him. He smiled and seized a break in Jiang Chengzhi's incessant chatter to say to Chen Hanzhe, "We're quite popular."
"Hmm." Chen Hanzhe nodded seriously. He had received orders from his superior on his way here, instructing him to be extremely careful and to ensure Xu Zhengyang's safety.
Chen Hanzhe was well aware of the potential dangers he might face on this trip abroad.
He truly admired Xu Zhengyang's courage. How could he act like nothing was wrong, so carefree and oblivious to the seriousness of the situation?
"Scared?" Xu Zhengyang laughed.
Chen Hanzhe shook his head and said, "This is my duty. I'm not afraid, I'm just worried about your safety."
Jiang Chengzhi seemed to have no idea what Xu Zhengyang was doing here, so when he heard their seemingly relaxed conversation, he interjected to remind them: "You two have to be careful here, the gangs are rampant... but don't worry too much, after all, it's a country with a very sound legal system."
"Yes, we will be careful." Xu Zhengyang smiled.
As the car entered the city, Chen Hanzhe said softly, "Everything has been arranged."
"Mm." Xu Zhengyang nodded.
The car drove directly to an apartment building on Burna Downtown Street in the city center and stopped.
Jiang Chengzhi smiled and said, "Well, this is it, the 25th floor. However, he is currently under 24-hour surveillance and can only leave his residence for four hours a day. If you want to see him in person, I'm afraid you won't be able to get in. You'll have to wait until he comes out, and maybe then you can see him. But if you are considered a threat to him, the police will probably take you into custody in advance. That's all I can do to help. As for the rest... I can't do anything else, sigh."
"Thank you." Xu Zhengyang didn't waste any words. After thanking him, he pushed open the door and walked out.
Chen Hanzhe had already gotten out of the car and was waiting beside it, his eyes behind the magic mirror vigilantly watching any suspicious people or corners around him.
Through the car window, Jiang Chengzhi gave a thumbs up and said, "Brother-in-law, I really admire you. Okay, call me if you need anything."
Xu Zhengyang smiled, nodded, and waved goodbye.
The car made a U-turn and drove off slowly into the distance.
"Our people have arrived?" Xu Zhengyang looked up at the thirty-plus-story apartment building.
"Okay." Chen Hanzhe nodded and said, "We can stay at the hotel across the street first."
"Where would I find the time? Sigh..."
Xu Zhengyang sighed. He walked towards the main entrance of the building.
Chen Hanzhe was taken aback. Was he really going to go in like this? But he didn't ask any more questions and hurriedly followed, while keeping a wary eye on the other people in the distance who were also showing surprise.
Volume 5, Spirit Official, Chapter 279: Time is of the essence, special measures must be taken.
In fact, if Xu Zhengyang hadn't inexplicably come to Vancouver, there wouldn't have been groups of people openly and secretly monitoring and waiting outside this apartment.
To put it bluntly, Ding Changri, a fugitive economic criminal, has nowhere else to go but to stay here obediently.
Moreover, due to his special status, Ding Changri has to report to the local immigration office once a week. He was unable to move into the garden-style mansion he originally bought after arriving here, and could only move into this apartment as required by the immigration office. Fortunately, this apartment is his own, so living here can be considered a bit like being at home.
Therefore, the apartment's security personnel, in cooperation with the police, can monitor his daily entry and exit times.
However, just yesterday, the immigration bureau, the police, and government agencies all learned through normal channels that the son-in-law of a general from China would be flying to Vancouver today with the goal of taking Ding Changri away.
Good heavens, this is outrageous, so blatant!
From the moment Xu Zhengyang landed until he walked out of the airport terminal, he had been under constant surveillance. While the surveillance appeared covert, it was actually quite direct and overt. It wasn't done in a secretive manner, making it easy for Xu Zhengyang to discover that they were following and monitoring him.
Yes, it's all common knowledge, there's no need to beat around the bush, right?
But Xu Zhengyang, you can't just go in and talk to Ding Changri without warning, can you? Who knows if you'll do something like kidnapping or extortion once you're inside.
Among these people were police officers, immigration officials, Canadian security officials, gang members, and people placed by domestic forces.
Just as Xu Zhengyang strode into the apartment building as if returning home, the others seemed to realize what was happening and quickly followed. Then, they stopped, staring at each other nervously and mysteriously for a long while before finally yielding to the two police officers: "Please, we're not exactly respectable."
Everyone knows that no matter which side's people are imprisoned, Xu Zhengyang will be an unwelcome figure.
So, the only thing missing between them was bowing and raising their hands to exchange a few words:
"Please, please..."
"You're too kind..."
"No, no..."
After entering the building, Xu Zhengyang did not rush upstairs, but waited for the police to stop him and question him.
This was a step I had planned from the beginning. Being monitored and followed here was inevitable, and being stopped by the police was also certain. But if I wanted to keep everyone else out and have a proper conversation with Ding Changri, I would have to use the police.
Fortunately, just as in many novels, TV shows, and movies, only two policemen came; and Xu Zhengyang only brought two ghost messengers who could obey his orders.
The second plan, which involved having Ding Changri come out to greet them, can be temporarily abandoned.
The security guards inside the apartment building were watching Xu Zhengyang and Chen Hanzhe. They had received instructions from above to stop anyone entering the building to see Ding Changri, and to inform the police first. Only after both the police and Ding Changri agreed could they be allowed to enter. However, they noticed that these two cool-looking young men with yellow skin and sunglasses didn't head towards the elevator after entering. Instead, they seemed to be leisurely waiting for someone.
Well, the person I've been waiting for has arrived.
There were two white police officers. Xu Zhengyang smiled and nodded to the two officers.
The two policemen paused for a moment, then nodded, seemingly knowing Xu Zhengyang and appearing to have a good relationship with him.
The two police officers glanced casually at the security guards, then walked up to Xu Zhengyang, shook hands, and their lips moved slightly as if they were whispering something. Then, the two officers showed their identification to the security guards and led Xu Zhengyang and Chen Hanzhe into the elevator.
In fact, they didn't need to show their identification. They had come to talk to Ding Changri about various issues several times in recent days, so the security guards naturally recognized them.
One point worth noting is that the surveillance footage from the apartment building has been quickly transmitted to the police station. This was an emergency measure deployed by the immigration and police departments last night after receiving the information; once the suspects arrive, they must be closely monitored.
Heaven knows what this general's son-in-law, with his inexplicable audacity, will do here.
Even those who had leaked information from Xu Zhengyang's home country found his actions somewhat outrageous and couldn't fathom the reasons behind them.
Unfortunately, Xu Zhengyang's special status, coupled with Canada's well-established legal system, prevented them from taking any preemptive measures to stop this guy named Xu Zhengyang from coming to Vancouver, because there was simply no reason. You have to respect individual rights, right? I can come to your country for tourism, right? Visiting relatives and friends doesn't violate your laws, does it? Be careful, or I'll sue you…
The police chief in charge of the matter at the central district police station was also baffled when he saw the footage. What were his two subordinates doing? How could they have brought Xu Zhengyang, a person who was under close surveillance, into the elevator? It was necessary to notify the immigration bureau about this.
Compared to their confusion, Chen Hanzhe, who was following Xu Zhengyang, was filled with shock. What was going on? Were these two policemen... his own people who had been arranged in advance?
Well, at least for now, their consciousness is controlled by their own people, or rather, by their own ghosts.
On the 25th floor, Xu Zhengyang had two policemen ring the doorbell.
The door was opened quickly.
Two police officers stepped into the house first. Before the woman who opened the door could say anything, Xu Zhengyang and Chen Hanzhe, who were standing on either side of the door, turned around and followed them in.
"Hey, who are you people?" the woman exclaimed.
“Old friend.” Xu Zhengyang took off his sunglasses and strode into the living room.
Inside the living room. Ding Changri, who was sitting on the sofa watching TV out of boredom, heard his mistress's exclamations outside and quickly got up. Just as he was about to stand up, the familiar smiling young man appeared in his line of sight.
"Mr. Ding, how have you been?" Xu Zhengyang greeted him with a smile.
"How did you get in?" Ding Changri asked in surprise, while gesturing to the two bodyguards who had stood up and were standing to the side.