The co-pilot frowned as well. "When we took off, I read a news article about a train that was surrounded by a flock of black crows after it went through a tunnel. Are we facing a similar situation?"
"Black crows surrounding a train?" The captain thought that the world was descending into madness.
The co-pilot nodded. "Apparently, they were affected by the light and sound waves."
"What happened to that train in the end?" The captain only wanted to know if they would be in danger.
The co-pilot pondered upon the question before he answered, "Nothing much. Everything was normal as the black crows continued to follow the train."
"Forget it. Let's find a way to avoid them." This was the captain's final decision. After all, they had no other choice but to keep the plane unaffected. Keeping their passengers safe was their utmost priority.
An airplane was different from a train. When things went wrong, the mere presence of a bird could be catastrophic.
Luckily, everything seemed normal.
On the other hand, the zoologists who received this news started a fierce debate, arguing whether this was foreshadowing a calamity. Some thought that the black crows were simply migrating to the east. They even connected the the black crows' appearances to the melting icebergs at the North Pole.
The zoologists, who carried out multiple animal studies, would never have guessed that the black crows' appearance was simply because the presence of their owner on the airplane.
When the black crows faced disturbances, Baili Jia Jue would be the first person to detect it. Hence, when he noticed that someone was doing magic, he decided to take a trip to Yungui District.
Chapter 907 - Looking Down On Wei Wei
After more than nine hours of hiding, the human trafficker arrived at the warehouse by 2 a.m.
The so-called warehouse was actually a place to keep the abducted children.
These children were trafficked from different places around the country. Some of the older kids would be starved for two days to tame them before selling them.
Meanwhile, some of the kids were only slightly more than a week old. Their memories had yet to develop. Children of this age were the easiest to handle. After spending a few days with the professional nannies they hired, they would be ready to be sold.
Regardless of their age, once the children left the warehouse, it would be difficult to locate them again.
By then, they would be trafficked to different places.
Boys from the countryside were the most in-demand ones. When people had difficulties bearing a child, they would resort to purchasing one instead. One child would only cost them about 20 to 50 thousand.
After the child was sold and officially registered as a member of the family, the child would belong to them forever. Even if the police wanted to investigate the background of the children, they would not be able to find anything.
On the other hand, the rebellious ones would be sold to "Beggar Camp". Beggar Camp was very influential among the locals and had their own impermeable system. They would break a child's leg and make them beg on the streets, which actually became the camp's main source of income.
By then, a police report would be rendered useless. The police would not be bothered to investigate the case, for they did not know where to start.
With such a great population in the mainland, once the trafficked children were "legally" adopted, they would be camouflaged.
Many times, parents, both rich and poor, would search the entire China for their missing children.
It might take them one year, three years or way longer than that.
In fact, it was not the most heartbreaking to not be able to find the children.
The most brutal scene happened when the parents passed by the street, noticed a pitiful kid and passed the kid a dollar. Yet, the parents failed to recognize the beggar as the son they had sorely missed.
As time passed, children grew up and they no longer looked like the toddler they used to be. It was not easy for the parents and the children to recognize each other.
Reality was unlike the soap drama. When most of the parents found their children with the help of the police, the children would only see their parents as strangers.
Therefore, the parents could only pray hard.
They prayed for the children to be sold to a kind couple even if they could not stay by their children's side.
That would be a way better outcome for their children than being cut off a limb and turned into a beggar.
However, the human traffickers would never be considerate. They only wanted to earn more money.
Having an influential organization backing them, they did not have to worry about being exposed. Once they became the local tyrant, they became the law.
The officials would never dare disturb them.
This was also why the human trafficker felt relieved after he reached the warehouse. Once he returned to his own territory, there should be nothing for him to be afraid of.
The human trafficker knew that his enemy, who found him at the train station, would definitely not let him go. However, he was the least worried. This was his gang's territory. Even if she came from an exorcising family, they could still kill her as long as they were in this zone!
Thinking about this, the human trafficker called his superior and described the whole incident to Sixth Master.
Sixth Master was a well-connected man. That night he picked up the human trafficker's call, he was drinking with a reputable man. After the call, they clinked their glasses. "If anything is to happen, your help will be very useful."
"Of course I'll lend you a hand. That goes without saying. But, Sixth Brother, I must remind you to stay within the lines." The guest drank as he spoke to Sixth Brother as though they were fellow comrades, "Subdue your emotions when it is necessary and stay amicable with the others."
"Yes, yes. Brother, you're right." After saying that, Sixth Master told the bargirl, "Why are you still here? Have you not seen our brother's empty cup? Hurry up and top the glass up."
The bargirl put on an innocent yet seductive smile. She moved closer to the guest as she continued to refill the glass with wine, trying her best to please her patrons.
After the drinking session, he ordered the bargirl to send his guest back to the most luxurious suite.
This was nonetheless one of the most expected measures to handle the situation.
In that case, no one would be checking that green train that was setting off from the Yungui District today.
The mainland was not like any other place. The official connections between the organizations were not as useful as people expected. Once the local tyrants were involved in the issue, it would be hard to maneuver the situation.
This was also why human trafficking could be done under broad daylight in this district.
Helian Wei Wei did not go directly to the train station. Instead, she brought the two little ones into an internet cafe nearby the train station. It was occupied by the gamers. As it was already two o'clock in the morning, the man at the front desk seemed rather weary. When he heard them coming in, he did not even bother to raise his head. "You're renting it for the whole night or a few hours? It is 10 dollars for the whole night and five dollars per hour for non-members. For members, three and a half dollars per hour."
"I'm looking for your boss, Old Cat."
Old Cat's name was enough to awaken the guy at the front desk. He, who initially was lying on the keyboard, finally raised his head to glance at Helian Wei Wei. Noticing the two boys at her heels, he furrowed his brows. "Are you sure that you want to speak to our boss?"
"Yes." Helian Wei Wei said as she took out her phone to show a photo to the guy.
The guy seemed rather fl.u.s.tered as he murmured under his breath, "Why did you bring along two children when you're here for work?" He grabbed something before he rose to his feet. "Our boss is at the back. He told me that he is expecting someone today."
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p; Helian Wei Wei brought the two little ones over. The man went round the front yard before he knocked on the door thrice and pushed the door open, allowing Helian Wei Wei and the boys to enter the room.
It was not a big room and the fragrance of the tea was wafting in the air. There was a wooden table placed in the middle of the room. Meanwhile, on top of the table was a tea set and a purple jade toad. The jade toad was made of a translucent material and was evidently not an ordinary decoration.
Yungui District was famous for its tea. Besides, the people there appreciated tea and would collect tea sets too. But still, it was rather unusual for an internet cafe to have a valuable purple jade toad.
The person, who was drinking the tea, was a middle-aged man. He wore a string of Buddhist beads on his wrist. Seeing Helian Wei Wei's arrival, he raised his head and said, "So you're sent here by Master Monkey?"
Master Monkey? Little Qingchen's little ears twitched upon hearing this familiar name. He never knew that Uncle Monkey had such an honorific title.
Helian Wei Wei put on a faint smile as she silently gave a nod of acknowledgement.
The middle-aged man eyed her up, before he looked at Little Qingchen and Little Shangxie behind her and said, "Lady, I know what you're here for. Since you were introduced by Master Monkey, then I have to remind you there are certain rules you have to adhere to when it comes to child trafficking. There are some things that you should not interfere and you must stay away from it."
Chapter 908 - This Is What You Get From Messing With The Kids
"Oh?" Helian Wei Wei seemed to be intrigued as she toyed with the teacup in her hands. "I would like to know about these rules you're speaking of."
The middle-aged man laughed. His voice was a little deep. "You don't look too old to me and I bet you haven't spent much time in this industry. I don't know how you know Master Monkey, but since you asked, I'll teach you a few tricks. There have always been investigations going on with regard to child trafficking. However, not many of them obtained any result. Even if anything was discovered, someone would attempt to suppress the news. Besides, evidence is essential for cases as such. No one will believe you if you cannot catch the culprit red-handed. Whenever there's any operation from the law enforcement agencies, the traffickers will immediately catch wind of it. Nonetheless, you should understand by now that there is no way you can disturb this place and it's better for you to not take the risk."
"What if I insist?" Helian Wei Wei put down her teacup. The smile remained on her face but the warmth in her eyes began to diminish.
The middle-aged man shook his head. "Young people nowadays are just so ignorant. Let me show you a simple example. Do you know why Chinese always make their business deals over dinner and wine? Because it's a norm in the mainland. The foreigners will not be able to get their heads around it no matter how good an entrepreneur they are. They will never understand that, in the mainland, money is not everything. One needs to have connections in order to close a deal."
"Are you saying that there is someone protecting Sixth Master?" Helian Wei Wei's lips curled into a smile.
The middle-aged man did not deny Helian Wei Wei's statement. He lifted the teapot and poured some tea for himself. "You don't seem to come from an influential family. Besides, you look young and pretty new in this industry. According to Master Monkey, you are working for the law enforcement agency. You should reconsider before you get involved in this. Later, you might even get into trouble with your superiors. What's the point?"
Helian Wei Wei did not reply.
The middle-aged man felt relieved, thinking that she was finally convinced. After all, he had a good relationship with Sixth Master. He also understood how complicated the situation was. However, he did not want to offend Master Monkey either, for Master Monkey was not a man to be trifled with.
Since she was introduced by Master Monkey, he had no choice but to help her. However, he reckoned that it was not worth it for him to offend Sixth Brother just for this lady.
"It would be great if you could come around it." The middle-aged man smiled as he rose to his feet, ready to send her off.
Helian Wei Wei did not move at all. Just as he was about to open the door. She skillfully handcuffed him onto a wooden chair.
After she settled it, Helian Wei Wei turned to look at the two little ones. "Take anything you like, don't be shy. Our boss, Old Cat, is very generous. He wouldn't mind at all."
The middle-aged man did not know how to react. He was surprised by her adroitness, at the same time, furious with her robber-like tone and brash statement. Nevertheless, he was very upset to be handcuffed for no reason.
After all, Old Cat was the second most powerful leader in Yungui District. He would not lose his composure so easily. He said with a cold tone, "Do you know what you're doing? I took time to meet you out of my respect for Master Monkey. If it wasn't for Master Monkey, you would have been immediately targeted the moment you stepped into Yungui District. Do you think you will stay alive to meet Sixth Brother? Don't be naive. It's very easy to kill someone without leaving any trail here. Don't forget that the borders are just ahead of us."
"Are you saying that I'm only alive because of you?" Helian Wei Wei snickered.
The middle-aged man snorted. "What do you think? Since you entered Yungui District with two children, Sixth Brother has been watching you guys."
Helian Wei Wei put on a grin as she threw another glance at him. "Little Shangxie, show Old Cat what will happen to the people who try to mess with us."
When Baili Shangxie heard her call, he let go of Little Qingchen's hand and walked toward the middle-aged man. His crimson eyes began to sparkle menacingly.
The middle-aged man got goosebumps. He trembled as he raised the Buddhist beads in his hand. "You, you!"
"Stupid human." Baili Shangxie wore an absurdly bloodthirsty and sinister smile. However, he did not seem to be interested in the middle-aged man. Following Helian Wei Wei's instruction, he took a glance at the man before he turned to continue packing for Little Qingchen.
Little Qingchen staggered forward. He looked tiny but he was excellent at recognizing things. He held the purple jade toad in his tiny hand and turned to stuff it into Baili Shangxie's little pocket. "Keep it for me. Pretty Wei Wei will give me my pocket money from its sale. Then, we can get chocolate ice cream together after that."
"Sure." No matter how charismatic Baili Shangxie was, he was always a doting older brother to Little Qingchen.
On the other hand, the middle-aged man was terrified and desperately trying to remove his handcuffs.
Helian Wei Wei was smiling as she said, "Don't be nervous. Little Shangxie was just messing with you. Our Little Shangxie is rather picky with his food. However, if you still want to talk me out of doing this matter, as if you're an experienced man. If you still refuse to give me what I want, I don't know if the boy will get annoyed. Maybe you will be able to see his uncharitable side."
"You!" The middle-aged man was afraid and angry at the same time. He clenched his teeth. "Even if I give it to you, you will not be able to bring it onto the train. How can a low-ranked police like you be able to carry all this stuff on your own?"
Helian Wei Wei raised her eyebrows. "Fret not. I know mercenaries better than you."
"I wish to speak to Master Monkey over the phone." The middle-aged man intended to ask for Master Monkey's help to tell off this young lady who came for his help yet was threatening him. He needed to let her know the consequences of messing with him too!
Helian Wei Wei squinted, turned on her phone and connected a video call.
Monkey immediately picked up the phone as soon as he saw the number. "Boss, what's up? Is Little Boss missing me?"
"Damn, Monkey. How shameless of you. Even if Little Boss is to miss someone, it will be me!" Old A was growling over the phone.
Helian Wei Wei interrupted the quarrel between the few chavs. "Monkey, Old Cat wants to speak to you."
"Oh? Him?" It
was obvious that Monkey was not interested at all.
Helian Wei Wei passed the phone to the middle-aged man. "Here, take it."
As though he had been waiting for this moment, once Old Cat received the phone, he immediately said in a muffled tone. "Master Monkey, I do respect you. But, the lady you sent here has been really rude. All I did was give her a few pieces of advice, but she handcuffed me instead. Besides, the children she brought with her were also…"
Chapter 909 - 905
Before he could finish speaking, Monkey's laughter had completely died down, "Who are you calling 'unkind'?"
"Master Monkey, I didn't mean that." The middle-aged man tried to explain.
Monkey interrupted him nonchalantly, "The lady you described as 'unkind' is the boss of the Ghost Organization."
"What!" The middle-aged man was dumbfounded, he did not know what to say as waves of sweat started to cover his forehead.
Monkey continued speaking, "That child is her son, our Little Boss. I don't think you need me to tell you about the Ghost Organization's principle, do I?"
We do not attack unprovoked, but whoever provokes us shall be annihilated!
This sentence inexplicably came into the middle-aged man's mind. His fingers started trembling unconsciously.
Who would have thought that the leader of the well-known Ghost Organization would appear here?
This was just a common second-tier city in the mainland region, not even a first-tier city.
Who would have guessed that the Mercenary Queen would show up here after being hidden for three years?
However, he had always thought that it was just fake news circulated by Sixth Brother's enemies, because there was no reason for the Ghost Organization to travel across the Atlantic Ocean just to get rid of a human trafficking organization that was completely unrelated to them.
Now, Old Cat finally understood the reason behind the Ghost Organization deploying all their manpower.
Sixth Brother's underlings must have captured a child who they should not have!
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