And the most tragic scene was a murder scene outside a bar. The victim’s body was chopped into dozens of pieces, drenched in blood, almost staining half of the street red.
"This murderer is insane, he’s not even human..."
Recalling the scene, Zhang Xiu’ai was almost scared to the point of fainting.
She considered herself to have witnessed many significant events, but compared to last night’s scene, those she had seen were child’s play.
Fortunately, an immediate report from higher-ups indicated that these victims had major issues with their identities, and many of them were connected to foreign assassin groups.
Otherwise, just the incident from last night could have thrown Dragon Country’s diplomacy into chaos.
Dozens of foreign friends died consecutively, each with an unusual identity. If this matter fermented, the situation of Dragon Country abroad could likely undergo massive turmoil.
Over the years, Dragon Country developed many businesses abroad. The situation for their people who went global was already challenging; any unexpected incident could accelerate the deterioration. She couldn’t imagine the enormous pressure on the Security Association.
The Security Association not only handled domestic security affairs but also was responsible for the security of nationals abroad.
Zhang Xiu’ai had never been in touch with foreign matters, but she knew how difficult her colleagues’ situation was abroad.
"Wait, why was their first stop within the country at Dragon Sleep River?"
After reading the report, Zhang Xiu’ai suddenly discovered an unexpected phenomenon.
These international assassins were no small roles, whether in their disguised identities or their real status in the assassin group, all were significant figures.
Elite-level assassins entering the country simultaneously was unconventional, and their first stop being Dragon Sleep River upon entering the country raised suspicions.
The Imperial Capital was already a sensitive area, being the capital of Dragon Country, hosting countless important figures and critical departments.
These assassins didn’t go elsewhere but came to a rendezvous spot in the Imperial Capital, which was certainly suspicious.
As Zhang Xiu’ai reflected on recent discoveries, numerous clues intertwined in her mind, pointing to one person.
Lin Beichen.
All the assassins and murder cases at Dragon Sleep River could only be explained by Lin Beichen.
"I don’t know."
Lin Beichen said flatly.
Hearing this, Zhang Xiu’ai was almost furious to the point of swearing.
"Over seventy people died within an hour last night. These were ace assassins from international assassin organizations, including a legendary assassin, the Death Cobra.
All died at Dragon Sleep River, and you tell me you don’t know?"
Zhang Xiu’ai stared firmly into Lin Beichen’s eyes, her face darkening.
Lin Beichen responded with a faint smile.
"Dragon Sleep River isn’t my turf, and besides, what does it matter to me where they died? Do you have evidence?"
"These assassins, after entering Dragon Country, had an astonishingly consistent destination. Among their relics, there was a bounty notice, specifying that killing Lin Beichen would earn a reward of billions."
Zhang Xiu’ai stepped forward, pressing on.
"Lin Beichen, don’t you think their deaths are too coincidental?"
"Zhang Xiu’ai, what does it have to do with me that they wanted to kill Lin Beichen? I’m just a student, how could I be worth billions of US Dollars?"
Lin Beichen said with a faint smile.
Student?
Zhang Xiu’ai was nearly raving mad.
This guy, how dare he call himself a student.
What student could be so ostentatious?
Even the patriarch of Zhongcheng Hall could only serve him tea like a maid, what kind of student could have such status?
Zhang Xiu’ai, too lazy to respond to Lin Beichen, coldly said:
"Lin Beichen, since you’re just a student, answer my questions honestly. I am now questioning you in an official capacity."
"You are the prime suspect in the serial murders last night. If you can’t explain, you will need to come with me."
"Where’s the evidence? You call me a suspect, you should have evidence, right? Otherwise, you’re calling me a suspect and asking me to prove my innocence. Do you think I’m that easy to bully?"
Lin Beichen retorted.
Hearing this, Zhang Xiu’ai showed a smug look.
She immediately took out a document and slammed it in front of Lin Beichen.
"Lin Beichen, open your eyes wide and see if this person on the paper is you."
Lin Beichen looked carefully; Zhang Xiu’ai held several sheets, all photocopies of surveillance footage.
On the first photocopy, under dim lighting, a man stood at the entrance of a bar, his handsome side profile illuminated, exuding a bewitching charm.
In the subsequent photos, the face of the Death Cobra appeared.
In the images, Lin Beichen and the Death Cobra sat opposite each other, chatting and drinking, one charmingly graceful, the other bewitchingly beautiful. If one didn’t know better, they would think they were two celebrity stars having a conversation.
The bar’s surveillance footage was not particularly clear, but Lin Beichen’s face was very distinctive. Even with just a side profile, one could recognize Lin Beichen.
"I was just having a drink at the bar, is that not allowed?"
Lin Beichen said calmly.
"Of course, you can drink, but based on my investigation, the person you were drinking with was the Death Cobra. Not even half an hour after parting ways with you, he ended up dead several streets away."
Zhang Xiu’ai said, a hint of smugness on her face.
She awaited Lin Beichen to fall into the trap, yet Lin Beichen merely nodded faintly.
"Lin Beichen, since you can’t explain, you’ll have to come with me. You are now a suspect."
Zhang Xiu’ai said coldly.
Three young men behind her stepped forward, one holding handcuffs, one with leg cuffs, and another ready to restrain Lin Beichen.
"Impudent, let’s see who dares to touch him."
Senior officials from Zhongcheng Hall rushed into the room, furiously stopping them.
The three young men’s faces changed drastically; they didn’t expect people from Zhongcheng Hall to intervene.
This was Dragon Sleep River, and Zhongcheng Hall was not only the master of Dragon Sleep River but also one of the major families in the Imperial Capital.
If senior officials from Zhongcheng Hall intervened, they wouldn’t be able to handle the pressure.
"Zhang Xiu’ai, you’ve said so much, essentially to prove that I am responsible for last night’s serial murders. Even if I admit it, what can you do to me?
Do you know why only you came to arrest me?"
Lin Beichen sat on the sofa, pouring himself a cup of tea, speaking slowly.
Zhang Xiu’ai sensed something was off and promptly asked:
"What exactly are you trying to say?"
She was just as puzzled.
In her view, apart from Lin Beichen, there could be no other suspect.
Before coming to Zhongcheng Hall, they had consulted their superiors, who only listened halfway and immediately hung up the call.
In her view, her superiors’ reaction was simply unreasonable.
If they knew who the murderer was, why not arrest the person?
The incident had blown up significantly; even if Lin Beichen had a special status, the law shouldn’t bend for favoritism.
This matter had already escalated into an international dispute, and if not handled well, it could even become a diplomatic issue.
Nothing related to diplomacy was trivial; didn’t her superiors understand this?
"Lin Beichen, no matter what backing you have, I will lawfully bring you to justice, and never allow you to cause disorder in the country!"
Zhang Xiu’ai gritted her teeth and said.
Lin Beichen heard this but said nothing, smiling.
Zhang Xiu’ai didn’t know the details, so no matter how she reacted, Lin Beichen wouldn’t make things difficult for her.
Lin Beichen only cared about one thing. Was someone behind Zhang Xiu’ai’s trouble-making?
Zhang Xiu’ai was just an executor; she didn’t know the inside story, but those behind her certainly did.
Knowingly breaking the law, did the other party think Lin Beichen was easy to bully, or were they trying to fish in troubled waters?
While he was contemplating, a team of people suddenly walked in from outside.
These people were dressed in special forces uniforms, their expressions filled with murderous intent, as soon as they entered, they immediately secured the key areas of the room.
"Mr. Lin, we are late in protecting you, please punish us."
A woman in a special uniform stepped into the room.
The woman was slim, valiant, filled with aura, showcasing a murderous spirit in her military attire, with three flowers shining on her shoulder.
"Song Chiling, how did you get here?"
Lin Beichen asked in surprise.
Last night, after the killing, he had anticipated this event would blow up.
He and the authorities always maintained contact, whether it was the research on elixirs or the cultivation method research at the Celestial Gate, he had always kept the authorities informed.
And his contact person was this Song Chiling.
The authorities enjoyed the benefits, naturally, they would protect Lin Beichen.