Chapter 3432: Chapter 3424: The Chen Family’s Motives

At this point, Ji Qingyan really couldn’t refuse.

"Nuonuo, say thank you."

"Thank you, Great Grandpa. Thank you, Great Grandma."

"Go give them a kiss."

Little Nuonuo spread his arms wide and kissed each of the elderly couple on the cheek.

"Nuonuo is so well-behaved."

After dropping off the gifts, the three of them left in succession, and lunch was also coming to an end. Lin Yi changed into his casual clothes.

Ning Che left with Liu Hong, while Lin Yi took Ji Qingyan back to the hotel.

"Look at this, the old man gave it to me."

Ji Qingyan took out the longevity lock given by Liang Xianghe.

"He even gave you that."

"I was so nervous just now, I almost died."

"There’s no need to be nervous," Lin Yi said:

"But with this thing, it’s like having an extra way out."

"A way out?"

"The old man’s disciples are everywhere, and they all have high statuses. If Nuonuo ever encounters difficulties in the future, showing this thing will get a lot of people willing to help."

"So that’s what the old man intended."

"Our Lin family has received a lot of favors from the old man."

"I feel the same way. When Dad was young, the old man helped him too."

"Not just my dad, also my grandpa."

"Huh? You have a grandpa?"

"My dad didn’t just pop out of a rock."

Ji Qingyan laughed so hard she bent over.

"You probably have no idea what Grandpa looks like either, right?"

"Definitely," Lin Yi said:

"But I heard back in the day he and the old man were rivals. He even saved his life once."

"They got to know each other through conflict."

"More or less."

"How did you plan this trip?"

"I’m going to check out the brigade in the afternoon. If there’s nothing important, we’ll head back together."

"Okay, I’ll take Nuonuo out for a walk."

"Alright."

Returning to the hotel, Lin Yi took a shower and chatted a bit more with Ji Qingyan before driving to the Central Guards Brigade.

At the Central Guards Brigade, the members of Group One were waiting for him.

What he really wanted to know wasn’t what’s happening at the Central Guards Brigade, but the situation with Groups Two and Four.

"How are things on Ah San’s side? Any new discoveries?" Lin Yi asked.

"They found a secret passage sealed with concrete, but Mammon’s people are there too, and they haven’t found a chance to get in."

"What about other places? Any suspicious findings?"

"Not at the moment," Liu Hong shook his head and said:

"Everything on the surface has been explored countless times. There shouldn’t be anything new."

Lin Yi sat on the sofa and pondered for a moment.

"Besides Mammon, what other organizations have shown up?"

"We’ve spotted GP4, but their activity range is small, and they haven’t dared to act recklessly."

"In a competition at this level, GP4 is definitely not in the running," Lin Yi said:

"Considering Kaijie Group’s rank, they’re likely here just to investigate and aren’t responsible for specific actions."

"Your analysis is similar to Yuluo’s," Liu Hong said:

"She speculates the Kaijie Group might have other people secretly watching, waiting to act when necessary."

"Where was the secret passage discovered?" Lin Yi asked:

"If it’s in a fairly obvious spot, others should have found it by now."

"Near a river by Death Hill, they found it underwater."

"If it’s underwater, it makes it even harder."

"We just discovered the place, it’s unclear if it’s linked to Death Hill," Liu Hong said:

"They’re investigating other areas too, it’s all down to luck."

"Might be best to pull back a bit for now," Lin Yi said:

"This place was discovered by Mammon, they have more information, possibly more clues."

"But based on Mammon’s current movements, it seems their information is limited too, and they’re constantly scouting the area."

Lin Yi paused in silence, "If even they haven’t gathered enough information, this could drag on a long time."

"And if it drags on, global attention will increase. By then, the competition will be even fiercer," Ning Che said.

"That’s the dilemma, but given the circumstances, we just have to do our best and hope for luck."

"Shall we head over to help?"

Liu Hong shook his head, "Even if you go, the situation remains the same. Better wait here for news; if things develop there, heading over later works too."

"How’s the research institute progressing with the Water Monster?"

"I’ve heard it’s in the purification stage. I’m not clear on the specifics; you’re welcome to check it out if you’re interested."

Liu Hong said:

"Experts related to this field will be arriving in a few days to begin research. It’s a pity Li Chuhan can’t come."

"Don’t get any ideas about her, let her work peacefully at the hospital."

"No worries, nobody’s bothering her."

"Though I’m quite curious about Dragon Eagle’s structure," Lin Yi asked:

"Are they planning to set up their own research institute?"

"I’ve heard there’s such a plan. Competition dictates what’s necessary, and they should have everything needed."

"Dragon Eagle also has people retired from the Central Guards Brigade, they should be familiar with our situation, but their approach seems so naive."

"I suspect this isn’t guided from the top, but by the Chen family," Lin Yi said:

"Even if they spend money on this, Dragon Eagle will rise."

"You really hit the mark."

Ning Che felt confused, looking at Lin Yi.

"The situation at the Central Guards Brigade is out in the open. Once the old man steps down, his status plummets," Lin Yi said:

"So they’re ready, once the opportunity ripens, they’ll replace the Central Guards Brigade."

"Can the Chen family really handle that?"

"Don’t underestimate the Chen family; it’s not just business, it’s the same in our circle. Rising in power only takes a year or two," Liu Hong said:

"And you don’t need actual ascendancy to achieve some things; having the potential is enough."

Liu Hong’s words gave Ning Che an epiphany.

"I get what you mean now."

"So what we need to do is elevate ourselves to an unreachable height, so whatever happens, no one can replace the Central Guards Brigade."

"If that’s the case, this Death Hill incident is a perfect opportunity," Lin Yi said casually.

"I’ll stay in closer contact with Yuluo, and if things go wrong, we’ll head over immediately."

Lin Yi nodded. Given the current situation, that’s the only feasible action.

Ring, ring, ring—

At that moment, Lin Yi’s phone rang.

It was Chen Zhiyi calling.

"Team Leader Chen."

"I’m calling to ask, there’s someone named Li Chuhan who’s somewhat connected to you, right? I can’t quite recall."

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