Chapter 114: I Didn’t See Anything!

Chapter 114: I Didn't See Anything!

As soon as the global manhunt ended, it took the top spots on the trending topics.

The news of Lu Yuanhang being taken away also spread quickly, firmly securing its place on the trending topics.

#Global Manhunt: Team Hua Takes the Championship, Jian Li MVP#

#Team Hua Counters a Massive Ambush#

#Mysterious Team Armed with Guns Clashes with Team Hua#

#Lu Yuanhang Taken Away by Helicopter#

The immense attention caused the heat to soar, with nearly tens of millions of shares and an ever-increasing number of comments. The speculations were remarkably accurate.

"First of all, congratulations to Brother Li. I have to say, he's really handsome. Even though it was just a variety show, he truly brought honor to the country."

"The comment above is quite reasonable. There's no need to obscure the identity of Lu Yuanhang! Everyone knows it's him!"

"No wonder he managed to stay unharmed despite all the previous scandals. It wasn't that his CEO brother was protecting him; it was simply not the right time!"

"I heard the Audit Office has entered the Lu Group and is set to investigate all financial dealings related to Lu Yuanhang. His sentence won't be light."

"Do you think President Lu will step in to save him this time?"

"Doubtful. Wasn't Lu Yuanhang already kicked out of the board of directors and completely removed from the Lu Group not long ago?"

"Ha, is he afraid of getting implicated?! How cunning!"

Lu Siqi scrolled through the comments and then closed the app. Looking up, he asked his secretary, "How is the response plan progressing?"

"Ah," the secretary pushed his black-framed glasses up, "All contracts, project proposals, and relevant financial records have been delivered to the audit office."

"If they need anything, I will provide comprehensive assistance to ensure the investigation is thorough."

Lu Siqi frowned, "...Who are you working for?"

"For you, Mr. Lu," the secretary replied seriously, "So I must take full responsibility for assisting the relevant departments unconditionally. Otherwise, it might seem like you have something to hide."

Lu Siqi, "...You may leave now."

"Yes, Mr. Lu." As the secretary turned to leave, he suddenly remembered something and turned back, "By the way, Mr. Lu, Lu Yuanhang has been calling the secretary's office several times. Do you want to..."

"No," Lu Siqi's voice was cold, "At a time like this, do I even need to say it?"

"We must clearly distance ourselves."

The secretary made an "OK" gesture and quickly left the office.

In a particular government building, in the department for investigating special funds.

Lu Yuanhang shouted with a fierce expression, "I can't believe it!"

"My brother would never abandon me!"

"He'll hire a lawyer for me!"

"You're framing me!"

The office worker sneered, "Setting me up?"

"You're caught with both the person and the evidence, yet you still deny it?!"

With that, he slammed down a stack of photos and pressed play on a voice recorder.

Lu Yuanhang took one look, and his expression darkened further. The photos showed him meeting someone in the jungle from multiple angles, all crystal clear, obviously taken with a high-definition camera.

Just as he was processing the images, a voice he was all too familiar with came from the recorder.

"Where's my share? The full amount has been transferred, and I have no guarantees."

"The commission will be deducted from the transfer amount."

"Is this how little trust there is after all our time working together?"

The office worker turned off the recorder. "What else do you have to say? Isn't this enough to prove you're an accomplice in money laundering?"

Lu Yuanhang was speechless.

The angles of the photos, the recording...

Who else but the Vendetta Squad could have done this?!

They must have been lying in wait, gathering evidence to strike at the right moment.

Damn!

All this time, I was worried they might get killed?!

A bunch of ingrates!

His eyes were about to burst from anger. Suddenly, he asked hesitantly, "Comrade, if I turn myself in, how much can my sentence be reduced?"

"It depends on how much you cooperate," the office worker said gravely. "From now on, confess the source of every illegal income."

Lu Yuanhang forced a fawning smile, "No problem, I have my own records!"

"Also, about the actual controller behind Juyuanbao. If you can provide useful clues that lead to a successful investigation, I'll recommend a sentence reduction to my superiors."

Lu Yuanhang looked troubled, "I really don’t know. The actual controller has never shown their face..."

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Back in the city nearest the island, the production team was especially generous in arranging a meal at a local restaurant known for its specialties.

The tables were laden with platters of tomahawk steaks, thick beef burgers, fried chicken, fries, and pan-seared fish.

All the participating teams gathered for a joyous feast, the atmosphere lively and bustling.

Luo Wudi was holding a beer, just about to down it, when two burly men approached, exchanging sly glances.

Luo Wudi glanced over, "What? Looking for another beating?"

"No, no!" The two men looked panicked, "We just wanted to ask, how do you train with the whip?"

"Can we learn from you?"

"Too cool,"

"In just two swift moves, she disarmed us!"

Luo Wudi casually sized the two of them up, "I don’t think the two of you have what it takes,"

"I don’t just take anyone in."

As soon as she finished speaking, she suddenly jumped up from her chair and circled around the two of them, "Although you're not martial arts prodigies with extraordinary physiques, you're actually quite decent, somewhat trainable..."

Jian Li watched the scene unfold while casually eating meat.

Next to him, Huo Xiao was slicing the tomahawk steak, placing slices on Jian Li's plate.

"Not having any?" Jian Li asked, then remembered something and answered himself, "Oh right, you eat vegetarian."

Huo Xiao gave a small smile and was just about to refill his empty wine glass when a hand suddenly reached out first,

"Can't neglect my variety show boyfriend."

Before she had even finished speaking, a soft whip lashed out, aiming directly for Jian Li’s wrist.

Huo Xiao’s expression turned grave, and he swiftly pulled Jian Li into his arms, dodging the sudden attack,

but the wine spilled, drenching his pants.

Luo Wudi's voice followed, "Are you blind? What are you swinging that at?! You almost hit someone!"

"If this were my place, you'd be doing punishment stands!"

Jian Li felt his side being held tightly, and a crisp, cold fragrance hit his nose,

his heart raced, and he hurriedly stood up, "I’m fine,"

"Your pants are wet!"

Jian Li grabbed a napkin and quickly dabbed,

Being both trained, their reflexes were incredibly quick,

Huo Xiao couldn't stop him in time before...

"What the heck is..."

Jian Li realized and snatched his hand back as if he’d been electrocuted.

He awkwardly looked away,

noticing Zhou Nan, Shihua Yi, and Yuan Feng hurriedly lowering their heads to drink, as if saying, 'We didn't see anything!'