Edge of the Apocalypse

Chapter 128: Chapter 120: Officer Wang’s Responsibility

Officer Wang looked at the notebook, then at Yu Dong, and scoffed. He then leaned back in his chair with a casual air, crossing his legs.

"Waiter, a case of Snow."

Yu Dong and his friends watched Officer Wang, silent for a moment... until Officer Wang popped open a beer bottle with a sharp PSSHT, poured a large glass full, and took a big swig.

"You guys know? I... I just love drinking beer. You know why? It’s so damn satisfying!"

"Stop playing hard to get, Yu Tongxue. If you were planning to turn me down, you should have just called and told me we weren’t meeting tonight. But since you invited me here, and even dangled this notebook in my face..."

"Are you worried I won’t give you your cut?"

"Don’t worry... what’s the point of taking down a big shot if you don’t get to share the spoils? Who’d even bother helping? Officer Wang isn’t some rigid old fool. You’ll get your piece of the pie, and not a crumb less."

"With a ’big tiger’ like Yin Shuangyang, shaking just a little loose change from his pockets will be more than enough to set you up."

Seeing the subtle shift in Yu Dong’s expression, Wang Dingbei let out a short, knowing laugh and held out his hand to Yu Dong.

"Let’s have it."

Yu Dong and Xufeng exchanged a look and both nodded.

They had indeed been worried that Officer Wang would only focus on making the arrest and they wouldn’t see any of the money. That would be a huge waste of a valuable resource.

Yu Dong had just gotten a call from Liu Ye’ye. She’d seen a lot of good things at the drone factory in the neighboring city... and as long as they had the money, it was all for sale!

Whether it was the chemicals Zhou needed, the marine fuel, or the massive number of drones, everything required a lot of money. The cash they had on hand... was nowhere near enough.

In six days, Yu Dong wasn’t just aiming to scrape by for a few years—he was going to wipe out the zombie tide!

No amount of supplies was too much!

And money was the most crucial element of all!

Hearing Qiao Ping’s description of Yin Shuangyang today had made Yu Dong realize... dealing with this man would be extremely tricky and would create serious safety issues for him. That was why he had to rely on Officer Wang’s power.

"Here."

Yu Dong handed the notebook to Officer Wang.

"Heh~ A handwritten copy, even. Very cautious..."

Wang Dingbei took the notebook and began flipping through it right there in the barbecue joint, completely unconcerned about who might be watching, as if he were reading an ordinary diary.

As he read on... Wang Dingbei’s gaze grew increasingly sharp. It wasn’t until he reached the last page and closed the notebook that a look of understanding appeared on his face. He uncrossed his legs and sat up straight and proper.

"So that’s how it is... The man has roped in this many people to act as his protectors. No wonder I’ve been hitting a wall with everything I do."

"This is Yin Shuangyang’s ledger, his life insurance... Logically, no one should have been able to get their hands on this unless he was already taken down. How did you manage it? And where’s the original?"

He had initially just been curious about these two university students. To be honest, he hadn’t had much confidence they’d have any real dirt on Yin Shuangyang.

But he never expected them to rip out Yin Shuangyang’s very lifeline!

Yu Dong looked at Officer Wang, a troubled expression on his face.

"The story of how I obtained the original... is very complicated. But for now, the original is still locked in safe deposit box number 19 at the Yanhai Bank Headquarters. I only have this handwritten copy. Will that be a problem?"

"Not at all. It doesn’t matter who wrote it, as long as the contents are accurate. The person who paid the bribe, the time, the place, the amount, what favor was done... as long as those details are correct, he won’t be able to get away."

Hearing this, Yu Dong smiled, satisfied.

"Good. In that case, what’s our plan of action? We can start discussing how to deal with him..."

Hearing this, Wang Dingbei stroked the notebook, pondering for a long while... Finally, he tucked it inside his jacket.

"Yu Tongxue, for your own safety... you shouldn’t get involved in this. Yin Shuangyang plays dirty, and your situation is different from mine... If you trust me, leave this to me. Just wait for the results."

Yu Dong frowned slightly. "But we’re in urgent need of money. Very urgent."

"Within three days, I can make him cough up ten million in cash. Is that enough?"

"Hmm... I guess that’ll have to do."

Yu Dong was a bit dissatisfied. He’d thought they could get tens of millions.

After all, judging by the notebook, Yin Shuangyang was handing out millions at a time to powerful people. For something this major...

"It’s enough. It’s not that he can’t cough up more, but there’s a limit to how much liquid cash he can produce on short notice. Besides... speed is of the essence. Once he pays up, I’m going for the kill. I don’t want to give him time to cause more trouble."

A fire had already ignited in Officer Wang’s eyes.

Xufeng squeezed Yu Dong’s arm. "Dongzi, it’s good enough... We only have six days left. If we get the money too late, it’ll be useless."

"Mm, you’re right... All right, Officer Wang, we’ll leave this in your hands! We’re just ordinary people. We really don’t want him coming after us."

’The apocalypse is in six days, and I still have so many things to do.’

’Once Yin Shuangyang’s ledger is out in the open, it’ll create a massive whirlpool. I can’t afford to get sucked in and be unable to get out.’

’Officer Wang’s offer to protect us is the perfect way for me to avoid that whirlpool.’

At this moment, Yu Dong sensed that beneath Officer Wang’s rough-and-tumble exterior was an incredibly considerate heart. When danger appeared, he shouldered it himself, protecting them under his wing.

’Officer Wang has the air of a leader.’

This realization startled Yu Dong.

’In the future, could I really compete with a man like Officer Wang for leadership of the settlement?’

Seeing that Yu Dong had the good sense to take his advice, Officer Wang relaxed considerably.

"So... why are you guys in such a rush for money? You’re all students at Yanhai University, right? But there’s such an urgency in your eyes... What’s got you so spooked?"

Xufeng asked, "Is it that obvious?"

"The tension is practically pouring off you... especially you, Yu Tongxue. There’s a dangerous look in your eyes... Once you get that money, you’d better not be planning to do anything illegal. Otherwise, I won’t let you off the hook."

Yu Dong slightly lowered his gaze, reigning in his intensity.

"Yes, we do have something urgent to attend to... and it’ll involve you in the future. You’ll find out in six days. We can have a proper talk then."

"Six days... A case this big won’t be wrapped up by then. I probably won’t have time."

"You will..."

With the matter settled, Yu Dong wasted no more time and prepared to leave.

’I have too much to do. In a little while, I still need to get on WeChat and flirt with Shen Xinyi.’

Wang Dingbei said, "Remember, from now on, don’t meet with me and don’t call me. Act like you’ve never met me. Erase all traces of our meeting. That’s the only way you’ll escape Yin Shuangyang’s retaliation... When I have the money, I’ll have one of my people deliver it to you."

"Okay."

Yu Dong and his friends stood up to leave.

"Wait a second!" Officer Wang’s voice called out from behind them.

"Hmm?" Yu Dong smiled slightly. "Are you going to ask why I chose you out of all the police officers to work with? Why I trust you so much? It’s because... Officer Wang, you’re different. You’re worthy of that trust."

"What’s all this nonsense! Forget about treating me to a foot massage... at least pay the bill before you leave! You’re about to be damn rich, so try acting like it and be a little generous."

"..."

The corner of Yu Dong’s mouth twitched as he paid the bill and led his friends away.

「That night, in the dorm.」

While Yu Dong was chatting with Shen Xinyi, he got a call from Ding Ming.

"Brother Dong, I’ve made it to my hometown, Jiaozuo. The things you asked me to buy... they’re all bought and loaded in the car. Did you want me to go visit someone?"

Ding Ming looked at the shopping list Yu Dong had given him, feeling puzzled.

Milk, snacks, meat, vegetables, fruits, and all sorts of other good food, plus a large quantity of daily necessities... There was also a Nintendo Switch and a big-screen TV.

It was a strange list, but Ding Ming wasn’t the type to ask why. He would do as instructed first and then wait for Yu Dong’s next command.

"Ding Ming... since you came to school after the New Year, you’ve done nothing but attend class and work part-time. You haven’t been home in over six months, have you?"

"I remember... you have a little brother in elementary school. The last time we were working that part-time job together, he video-called you asking for a game console, saying all his classmates had one... You even scolded him for it."

"He’s just a kid, and kids love to play... When you get home, spend a few days playing games with your little brother."

"Spend a few days with your family. This is the last part-time job I’m giving you. You took my money, so you have to do it right. You’re not allowed back until Sunday morning!"

Hearing this, the lean, tanned young man, Ding Ming, could no longer hold it back. Tears streamed down his face.

"Brother Dong... I..."

"That’s enough. Go on home."

After hanging up on Ding Ming, Yu Dong let out a sigh of relief.

’In this life, I told Xufeng, and I let Ding Ming go be with his family. That kid... his life is too hard.’

’Not only does he not get a single cent from home for his education, but he also has to work part-time just to send money back to his family.’

’It’s even worse than being a complete orphan like me. At least I can take full advantage of the state’s welfare policies. I don’t have to worry about tuition, housing, or any of that. I just need to earn enough for my own food.’

After hanging up, Yu Dong lost his enthusiasm for chatting with Shen Xinyi.

Yu Dong: "Going to shower now. Good night."

Shen Xinyi: "?"

The four dorm mates gathered again to review the day’s events and plan for the next few days...

「Early the next morning, Yu Dong boarded a train to Guan City.」

Destination: Haotian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Company.

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