《Asked you to write a book, not to confess your crimina》 Chapter 1 - Chapter 1: Chapter 1: Suspect Mr. Lin? Chapter 1: Chapter 1: Suspect Mr. Lin? Name. Lin Chuan. Age. 24. Occupation. Novelist. In the parallel world of Anling City, inside the interrogation room of the criminal investigation team, Lin Chuan faced the stern questioning of two police officers, feeling like he was sitting on pins and needles. Novelist, so youre a writer. The lead interrogating female police officer, Shen Qianqian, had her hair tied back in a ponytail, neat and tidy, which highlighted her delicate features, her clear eyes steadily focusing on Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan was surprised, Is a novelist considered a writer? Shen Qianqian thought for a moment, I suppose so. Lin Chuan straightened up, sitting upright, as this was a recognition of some sort for a struggling writer. Shen Qianqian asked, Why were you summoned? Lin Chuan immediately shook his head and said, I dont know. That morning. Lin Chuan was full of ambition, ready to write with gusto on his computer. However, two police officers suddenly showed up at his door, Lin Chuan, we suspect you have committed a serious crime. Come with us, please. But Lin Chuan couldnt for the life of him understand, what could a serious novelist, who merely writes books, have done to commit a crime? The only possibility was a text message he received last week: Brother, are you home alone? For 200 Yuan, I can come over and help with your laundry. But Lin Chuan was too thrifty to spend that 200 Yuan; after much thought, he ended up washing his clothes by hand. Back in the interrogation room. Shen Qianqian frowned and took out a photo, placing it in front of Lin Chuan, Do you remember this place? The photo showed a bedroom in full view. In the center was a soft, large bed with neatly folded bedding, on the side a wardrobe and vanity, the room lit brightly, exuding a clean and cozy atmosphere. After examining the photo several times, Lin Chuan still shook his head, I dont remember it. Shen Qianqian exchanged a glance with the male officer taking notes beside her. Then, Shen Qianqian took out another photo, What about this one? Does it ring any bells? The photo was of a brown-black door, with room number 2001. Lin Chuan shook his head again, No impression. However, the semiconductor fingerprint smart lock on the door, Lin Chuan recognized it at a glance. It was a household fingerprint anti-theft electronic lock retailing for 1998 Yuan, equipped with a Grade C lock cylinder, very high in security. Shen Qianqian fell silent. The other officer also looked intently at Lin Chuan. Suddenly, the interrogation room became quiet. Feeling the gazes of the two officers on him, Lin Chuan felt uneasy, as if ants were crawling all over his body. People who frequently visit the station know that the interrogation room is a relatively closed space, with cold walls, an oppressive and serious atmosphere, exerting an invisible pressure on the person inside. Someone with a weaker mental fortitude might have already confessed to which adult films they had seen. Officers, may I ask, what crime did I commit? Lin Chuan asked, feeling anxious. After a long silence, Shen Qianqian responded, We strongly suspect that you are involved in a burglary. Startled, Lin Chuan quickly became anxious, Officer, you cant slander someones innocence like this! Liu had at least eaten his bowl of noodles, but I havent touched it! Slander someones innocence? Shen Qianqian huffed, Yesterday, that is, March 9, you published a novel, you remember, dont you? Lin Chuan was confused, Writing novels isnt a crime, right? Shen Qianqian smiled, In your novel, you clearly recorded the entire process of a perfect burglary in Jiangnan Residential Community. Lin Chuan was shocked and immediately defended himself, That is a fictional work, you cant just charge me with a crime based on that, can you? Shen Qianqian laughed, Fictional? As if I would really go out and steal? Lin Chuan retorted, I always abide by the law! We suspect that this isnt fiction youve made up, but your diary! Shen Qianqians face changed suddenly, and she pressed the issue. Lin Chuan was taken aback, Who writes diaries if theyre respectable? Shen Qianqian flipped through a stack of documents, At 19:23 on March 8th, we received a report from the owner of house number 9-2-2001 in the Jiangnan Residential Community of Qingxiu District, that jewelry worth a hundred thousand yuan had vanished into thin air. Lin Chuan hurriedly defended himself, Thats got nothing to do with me. Listen to me first. Shen Qianqian stretched out her hand, signaling Lin Chuan to pause, That night at 19:38, our criminal investigation team arrived at the scene to collect evidence and initially concluded that this was a nearly perfect burglary. Lin Chuan was stunned, this case His expression did not escape Shen Qianqians observation, After comparing, the descriptions in your novel closely match the details of the case, almost eighty percent similar. What? Lin Chuans eyes widened. Complete nonsense, utter nonsense! Shen Qianqian seemed confident, In your novel, you described the lock on the door of room 2001 as follows: On the dark brown door, there was a smart fingerprint lock with a grade C lock core, very secure, but not difficult to open. Furthermore, you detailed the lock-picking process. Our criminal investigators easily opened this lock using the method described in your novel. Hisss! Lin Chuan himself took a sharp intake of breath, Officer, if I say its a coincidence, would you believe me? A coincidence? Shen Qianqian laughed sarcastically instead of getting angry, The bedroom scene in room 2001 was almost exactly the same as the detail in your novel, and you call that a coincidence? Well, this Lin Chuan hadnt recovered from the shock yet. This was completely beyond his expectations. Continuing to press with evidence, Shen Qianqian produced something else, Additionally, we found this in your home. As she spoke, a small black bag about the size of a palm was placed in front of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuans face changed, he knew very well what was inside. These were professional lock-picking tools he had bought online, including pliers, screwdrivers, bump keys, and wires. How do you explain this? Shen Qianqian asked. Lin Chuan explained, I recently learned lock-picking. Shen Qianqian clearly didnt believe him, Why would a novelist learn lock-picking? Lin Chuan was somewhat embarrassed, Because Im broke. Shen Qianqian frowned and muttered, I thought authors made good money? Lin Chuans straight spine almost bent under the weight of that remark. Influent Authors are the real writers. Failing authors are called scribblers. How much can a failing scribbler earn? Lin Chuan had no choice but to explain, Comrade officer, I really dont make much money from writing novels, so So you took the risk and committed burglary? Shen Qianqians eyes sharpened. Lin Chuan quickly waved his hands, protesting, Absolutely not! I bought these lock-picking tools only to take up a side job for some extra income. However, weve checked your records, and you did not register it, Shen Qianqian stared at Lin Chuan. Even part-time lock-picking needs to be registered with the station. Lin Chuan showed a bitter expression, I hadnt got around to registering yet when you came. Excuses! Shen Qianqian snorted coldly, The stolen jewelry is worth a hundred thousand. Given the large amount involved, you could be sentenced from three to ten years of fixed-term imprisonment. If you confess, we can seek a lighter sentence or leniency for you. I really didnt commit any burglary, how can I confess? Lin Chuan cried injustice! How could my novel match up with the case, with details eighty percent similar? And now, Ive become a suspect! Chapter 2 - Chapter 2: Chapter 2: Isn’t this too much of a coincidence? Chapter 2: Chapter 2: Isnt this too much of a coincidence? Still not ready to confess? Shen Qianqian asked coldly. This was the first case she had taken on after transferring to the Criminal Investigation Team, involving a huge amount of money. The chief personally urged to crack the case as soon as possible. Looking back at the case, the suspect had not left any fingerprints in the room, not even footprints. There was only a lock at the door, which, after meticulous investigation, revealed slight traces of tampering. As for surveillance, the criminal suspect had already destroyed it. At that time, facing this perfect level of burglary, the entire criminal investigation team was at a loss where to start. As Shen Qianqian felt completely stumped, she happened to see a novel. Novel author: Mr. Lin. The protagonist of the book was a thief. This immediately piqued Shen Qianqians interest, and as she followed the story up to the most recent chapter, Shen Qianqian was astonished. In Mr. Lins novel, the latest chapter detailing a theft was alarmingly similar to the perfect burglary that had occurred in the Jiangnan Residential Community of Qingxiu District! Coincidence? Impossible! Unless it was his own experience. She suddenly remembered a saying: every suspect who commits a perfect crime will record the entire process of the case in some form, which they consider their art. So, seemingly a novel, Mr. Lins book was actually a record of the crime. The possibility was significant! Inside the interrogation room. Lin Chuan wore a troubled expression, Officer, I have never been to that Jiangnan Residential Community! How can you convict me just because my novel resembles the case? Never been there? Shen Qianqians brows furrowed, Your novel has about an eighty percent similarity to the case, please explain that. If the novel was published before the crime happened, it would be a prophecy. If the crime happened first and then the novel was published, it would be considered a crime record. In Lin Chuans case, it was the latter. He didnt understand the law well and didnt know if the similarity between a novels plot and a case could make him a criminal suspect, but the current situation was very unfavorable for him. Several big names in the online fiction circle wrote themselves into their stories. Officer, the plot of my novel came from a dream I had, Lin Chuan tried to explain. The dream was an excuse fabricated by Lin Chuan. In reality, he was a system owner. On March 7th, Lin Chuan activated the Career Life Experience System, which allowed one to experience different careers lives by accumulating a certain Popularity Value. Similar to a life simulator, it was conducted in first-person perspective using Virtual Reality AR technology. Every scene felt as real as an actual experience. After completing the experience, Lin Chuan would gain the skills of that profession, and the life experiences he went through would automatically generate a novel. The system gifted him a Life Experience Card upon initiation. Lin Chuan immediately began to Experience Life. Unexpectedly, the first career he experienced turned out to be a thief! After the experience, Lin Chuan gained a series of theft-related skills, and his life experiences automatically generated the novel Thief. What a predicament! Lin Chuan decided to try and publish the novel Thief, but the editor Youyou was on leave, delaying its release until March 9th. A dream isnt that a bit too coincidental? Shen Qianqian laughed. No wonder he was a novelist; making up stories came naturally to him. But no matter how much he fabricated, it couldnt possibly have such a high degree of similarity to the case. A novel as a record of crime, possession of a complete set of professional lock-picking tools, strong lock-picking skills and no record Buff stacked to the max! So, there was only one truth! Lin Chuan was in the police station for the first time and was very nervous, repeatedly emphasizing, But on March 8th, I didnt go to the Jiangnan Residential Community in Qingxiu District at all. We retrieved the surveillance footage from the community where you rent your house, and it shows you went out around 4 pm, which matches the time of the crime exactly! Shen Qianqian said. According to the marks on the door lock at the scene, the crime should have occurred within the past three hours, which is between 4 pm and 7 pm. Lin Chuan argued back, I went out that day because I was helping my reader catch a cheater. Shen Qianqian was stunned, ??? The male officer who had been taking notes also stopped writing, ??? Do those involved in internet novel literature all have such wild imaginations? Even daring to weave a tale about helping readers catch a cheater? Who would believe that? Tell me about it. Shen Qianqian eyed Lin Chuan suspiciously. Lin Chuan explained everything in detail. It turned out that Lin Chuan was an unsuccessful novel writer whose work had never been well received. He didnt socialize much and mostly just chatted with fellow writers and readers. Over time, he became familiar with his readers. Lin Chuan would chat with the readers about anything, including that he could pick locks. On the 8th. Suddenly, a reader from Anling City contacted Lin Chuan via voice message, saying he couldnt enter his home because the door had been locked from the inside. He suspected his wife was cheating and hoped Lin Chuan could help him pick the lock. The reader then sent over his property deed, identity card, and other information. After much consideration, Lin Chuan decided to help him out. The lock was picked. The reader cried. His suspicions were confirmed; his wife was cheating. Lin Chuan described the events in great detail, leaving the two police officers stunned. This kind of scenario is really quite rare in real life. With such a talent for storytelling, your novels shouldnt be flopping, Shen Qianqian said, giving Lin Chuan a strange look. Lin Chuans mouth twitched. That really hit home! But the story wasnt made up! Officer, Im telling the truth. You can ask the reader. He even has a video of catching the cheater, I should be in it. Shen Qianqian and another officer were skeptical. After asking for the contact information of the reader, Shen Qianqian stepped out of the interrogation room and called the reader. After a long wait. Shen Qianqian re-entered the room, Lin Chuan, youve been cleared of suspicion. It was confirmed that Lin Chuan indeed went to catch a cheater and had an solid alibi. Lin Chuan left the interrogation room, relieved. But you cant leave yet! Shen Qianqians beautiful eyes looked at Lin Chuan as she smiled. Lin Chuan was taken aback, Why not? Shen Qianqian smiled sweetly, revealing shallow dimples, You can pick locks, but you havent registered with the police station yet. You need to come with me to the public security bureau to make a record. After confirming Lin Chuan wasnt a suspect, Shen Qianqians attitude towards him changed significantly, less oppressive than in the interrogation room and a bit more gentle. Thank you, officer. Lin Chuan let out a sigh of relief, hurriedly thanked her, and once again noticed how delicate Shen Qianqian looked and how her voice was slightly muffled. Who would have thought that such a girl would be a criminal detective? Could it be she apprehends criminals by saying, Hello, may I see your ID please (in a Taiwanese accent)? So pure, yet so prison-like, I dare not think further. With Shen Qianqian leading the way, Lin Chuan smoothly completed the lock-picking registration. At the entrance of the police station. Lin Chuan, your novels are so realistic and immersive, I think you dont need to take up lock-picking as a side job, Shen Qianqians curly eyelashes and shallow dimples made her smile very attractive. Officer Shen is joking. Lin Chuan said with a bitter smile, shaking his head helplessly. When he first started writing novels, he thought highly of himself and believed just that. Now he understood, flopping was the norm. Struggling to get by on perfect attendance was the reality. If he didnt find a side job, he might not even be able to pay the utility bills. Failure, always a constant in life. Dammit! Chapter 3 - Chapter 3: Chapter 3: Experience the New Career Immediately? Chapter 3: Chapter 3: Experience the New Career Immediately? Overcast skies, the sky a blanket of gray, like a massive curtain folded upon itself, hiding the warmth of the sun beyond the clouds, felt somewhat oppressive, as though rain was about to fall. Lin Chuan walked out of the police station and boarded the Route 13 bus without hesitation. Ring-ring-ring His phone rang. Mom, whats up? Lin Chuan answered the call. Chuan, hows the novel youve been writing coming along? His mother asked with concern from the other end of the phone. Lin Chuans face twisted with bitterness, Its not going well recently. Not going well, eh? Chuan, your auntie came by today and mentioned that her workplace is hiring clerical staff, contract-based. Why dont you give it a try? Your auntie said the salary is decent. Including subsidies, you could make four or five thousand a month, and if you do well, theres even a chance to become a regular employee. That would mean job security for the future. His mother rambled on and on. After thinking for a moment, Lin Chuan replied, Ill consider it. His mother began to worry about his life-long matters, If you have a job at an institution, itll be easier to find a girlfriend. Remember that girl Hua from next door? She already has a kid Lin Chuan gave a bitter laugh. A girlfriend It wasnt as though there had never been a girl he liked, but shortly after they graduated, she married a rich second-generation and is now a married woman. Cough, although shes become more attractive, Lin Chuan has gradually drifted further and further from her. Out of reach. Chuan, are you listening to me? You stay in your rented room writing novels all day, not going out. Where will you find a girlfriend? Are you waiting for the girls to come knocking on your door? His mother inevitably nagged a bit. Girls coming to knock on my door? Well, dont you know, there actually was one! Only she was wearing a police uniform, taking me to the police station, locking me in an interrogation room, and grilling me fiercely. But such a girl was nothing more than a ship passing in the night to me. Meet again? Forget it, Lin Chuan is scared Shen Qianqian might drag him back into the interrogation room for questioning. Too draconian! Absolutely nightmarish! Get out more, you hear me? his mother reminded again. Lin Chuan agreed, Okay, I got it. After hanging up, Lin Chuan looked out at the dim cityscape through the bus window, feeling the hard seats of the bus, quite uncomfortable, not nearly as soft as those in the interrogation room. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and briefly summarized his current situation. Good news: He possessed a golden opportunity. Bad news: The golden opportunity was a bit tricky. Good news: He could generate novels automatically. Bad news: It almost landed him in jail. This golden opportunity, well Lin Chuan thought it resembled a mystery box. Careers were random. If he could experience some remarkable careers, then he would likely have a chance to gain the corresponding skills That would mean life on easy mode! But his first time, he experienced life as a Thief, receiving lock-picking skills. That was seriously tricky! So, Lin Chuan had to pin his hopes on writing novels. There isnt a child that cries every day, nor a novel that flops with each release, right? As for love, marriage, and carrying on the family linethose life events werent even within Lin Chuans considerations. When making ends meet was a problem, what was the use in thinking so far ahead? With money, he would have everything. It might seem utilitarian, but faced with the stark reality, thats just how it was. Money can solve most problems. As for the things money cant solve, those arent for Lin Chuan to worry about. So, make money! Lin Chuan opened his system panel. [Work: Life of a Thief] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 76/100] Life of a Thief, 329,000 words, was published all at once on Sailing Novel Website. Sailing Novel Website is a relatively liberal platform; you can publish serialized novels or release everything at once. It uses AI algorithms to distribute and recommend works. (Parallel world) Just 24 more average subscriptions, and I can unlock the next career experience, Lin Chuan said with a knowing smile. After that, Lin Chuan opened the QQ reader group with great interest. In the reader group with dozens of members, many people were @ing Mr. Lin. [Author, your book is written so realistically!] [Its too thrilling, author youve got talent!] [Eh, somethings off, Author you should be popping up about now!] [Its been over three hours, how come theres no sign of you?] [You didnt really get locked up, did you?] [Its quite possible he went out to look for new inspiration and got arrested on the spot!] [] Lin Chuan laughed and quickly sent a photo with the caption at the police station to the group to dispel the rumors: Bros, Im not locked up! The group wasnt big, but it was rather active. [Holy moly, author, did you really get locked up?] [Did you actually go out to find inspiration?] [Sheesh! Author, youre actually living your diary!] Lin Chuan hurriedly defended himself, Go away, I am a good citizen just helping the police with an investigation, dont get weird ideas! [I dont believe it, theres got to be some case on you, Author!] [Case closed, no wonder its written so realistically!] [Using whats at hand, is this why the author never hits a block?] [At this rate, with one word from you and one from me, the author will end up in prison!] A few active readers were stirring things up. The mood in the group suddenly became jubilant. [Author, hurry up and teach me some lock-picking skills, there are still some locks I cant open.] [Little brother, you were supposed to read the book, and now youre learning the tricks?] [The author is so awesome, definitely a writer with techniques and practical experience!] [Whatever the author writes next, Im definitely following!] [I also want to learn some new skills, hehe] [+1] [+1] The next book? Lin Chuan leaned back on the stiff bus seat, muttering to himself. The next book, huh. When the average subscription reaches 100, Ill experience a new life, then Ill know. Hehe The Route 13 bus wove through Anling City. Arriving at the stop, Chuan got off. Lin Chuan returned to Happiness Community from the police station. This was an old neighborhood, with no crossbar restricting vehicle entry or exit, pale brick walls, and peeling plaster, which looked like it had grown moss, all faded and old under the gray sky. The slow pace here was out of sync with Anling Citys rapid rhythm, seeming more like a chugging old trainclunking and jolting For Lin Chuan, as long as it was livable, that was enough. As for everything else, it didnt matter. Lin Chuan, free from suspicion of any crime, felt light-hearted as he quickly opened the metal door of his rental, ready to boil some instant noodles. Then. He turned on the computer, focusing on the average subscription data on the backend. But Life of a Thief wasnt attracting much interest, and the subscription rate grew very slowly. Until the three hands of the clock lined up at the 12 oclock position. [Work: Life of a Thief] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription Number): 100/100] The Popularity Value finally reached 100! At that moment. A sweet electronic female voice arrived as expected. [Always full of enthusiasm, always with anticipation, a new life, a new experience.] [Congratulations, the novel adapted from the thief life you experienced has reached 100 average subscriptions, that is, 100 Popularity Points, and you can unlock a new career experience.] [Would you like to immediately experience a new career and start a new life?] Chapter 4 - Chapter 4: Chapter 4 I am so terrible! Chapter 4: Chapter 4 I am so terrible! The sound of rain gently pattered outside the rented rooms window, rhythmically in the silent night, occasionally a whiff of wind would slip through the cracks of the window, stirring the eardrums, composing a soothing and light folk song. The gloomy weather of the day, like many worries knotted in the chest, Lin Chuan liked it better now, with a little rain. Listening to the voices in his mind, Lin Chuan revealed a smile. A new profession, a new life, had arrived. It was less to call it a life experience, and more a pass that allowed Lin Chuan to walk from reality into the Virtual World. This Virtual World was just like opening a blind boxthere was an unknown expectation waiting for Lin Chuan. Experience a new life immediately! The next instant, Lin Chuans vision began to intertwine reality with the Virtual Reality. He could hear the rain outside the window, feel the chill of the night wind penetrating the room, and he could also experience the fresh sensory impact brought by another Virtual World. I hope this time its a beautiful life experience. Lin Chuan silently prayed in his heart. [Each experience is your beautiful memory.] [This system will save this memory for you in the form of a novel.] [In this experience, your profession is] [Swindler!] Lin Chuans eyes bulged. Swindler? Alright, alright, so this is how you play, system? Last time, Thief. This time, Swindler. Youre too cruel! [Congratulations, host. You have obtained a skillCheating Techniques.] [Using Virtual Reality technology, we are creating a new world for you.] With the drop of the sweet electronic sound, a new world gradually appeared before Lin Chuans eyes. In the Virtual New World, Lin Chuan had clear sensory perceptions of sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste, and moreover, had a high degree of freedom to control his own behavior. He could do whatever he wanted. Inside the new world. In a huge and luxurious hall, exquisite sculptures, dazzling crystal chandeliers, and glittering gold decorationsthe halls neon lights flashed non-stop, weaving into a colorful tapestry. Dreamlike and hazy. Amidst the crowded throng, Lin Chuan was there, the scent of perfume and tobacco flooding his nostrils, his ears filled with a cacophony of sounds. Some laughed loudly, some cheered, and others wailed in despair. This must be a casino, Lin Chuan muttered to himself. Where a Swindler appeared, a casino was the likely place. This life experience was truly cruel! Lin Chuan quickly made his way through the crowd, and a beautiful waitress in a white shirt and a tight-fitting black skirt, with a graceful figure, immediately greeted him. Sir, how may I assist you? Id like to play a couple of hands. Lin Chuan had acquired the systems gifted Cheating Techniques; his mind was filled with information about dice, cards, mahjong, and more. Very well, sir, please follow me, the pretty waitress beckoned Lin Chuan up to the second floor. On the second floor, there were spacious lounges, noisy and bustling with loud voices and foul language amid the din. To hell with it, Im flowering on the gang! Damn it, All-in! You wretched little cheat, your grandpas got four Ks! Lin Chuan strolled leisurely, casually entering one of the lounges. Inside the lounge, a group of gamblers with stern faces surrounded a gambling table, their eyes bloodshot from concentration, gazing intently at the table, full of expectation and tension. In front of the gambling table stood a sexy woman. She shook the Dice Cup in both hands; the dice spun and tumbled inside it, making a crisp colliding sound. In the casino, this woman was known as Dice Girl. Lin Chuans ears twitched; he could clearly hear the sound inside the Dice Cup, and every collision was subtly different. If it were another time, Lin Chuan, the casino newbie, surely wouldnt have been able to distinguish it. But now, he was a master of Cheating Techniques, no longer a newcomer. Clack! The Dice Cup landed on the table, and the dice settled with a clear sound to the ear. The gamblers hastily placed their bets. Lin Chuan lit a cigarette and casually tossed a chip onto the table. Bet small. No more bets! Dice Girl leaned over with a charming smile and slowly lifted the dice cup at an extremely slow speed to reveal the result. Big, big, big, big, big! Lin Chuan inadvertently caught a glimpse of the scenery when Dice Girl leaned over, and it indeed was big but was the product of technology. The dice cup was opened. 122, small. Lin Chuan had bet correctly. Lin Chuan smiled, listening dice skills werent so difficult after all. Each face of the dice had different degrees of indentations, which led to each side making different sounds upon collision and when hitting the ground. Inside the dice cup, each collision the dice made emitted a subtle difference in sound. The sound of landing was even more distinct and audible. Ive really done it, Ive become an expert in listening dice! The next round began. Dice Girl continued to shake the dice cup, the amplitude of her shaking was large, and the two mounds of technology on her chest also began to shake, drawing the gamblers gleaming eyes to unanimously look up and down. The casino was filled with a unique kind of excitement. Lin Chuan continued to place bets. If Chen Xiaodao could turn twenty dollars into twenty-five million, then earning two hundred and fifty thousand shouldnt be a problem for me, right? Lin Chuan thought to himself. However, he remained cautious and didnt place loud bets. Theres always someone better than you are, heaven beyond the heavens. In the casino, surely there are more than one swindler. And with advanced technology nowadays, who knows what might be waiting to trap a swindler. Lin Chuan decided to keep it low and practice his hand, getting familiar with listening dice. In the following few rounds of betting, Lin Chuans bets were very accurate. But each time he bet small amounts of chips and even intentionally bet wrong occasionally. In a casino, a person who always wins is certainly suspicious. In the dice room, Lin Chuan made a small profit. Change venues. Lin Chuan left the dice room and entered the poker room. There are many ways to play poker. Lin Chuan sat at an All-in round table. All-in, also known as a Flush. The ultimate showdowns of God of Gamblers, Knight of Gamblers, Saint of Gamblers, they all play All-in. At the start of the game, the croupier would hand out two cards, and the player with better cards would decide the betting amount, while others choose to call, raise, and so on, to not call is to lose. Until five cards are dealt, players reveal their bottom cards, and the player with the higher hand wins. Lin Chuan began to play All-in. Lin Chuan looked at this angle and quietly hummed a tune to himself. Dum-dum-dum-dum The exclusive BGM of the God of Gamblers! This scene was too novel for Lin Chuan, he had only seen it in films. But now, it was a real experience. The croupier was a handsome young man who looked at everyone, Which gentleman would like to shuffle the cards? Lin Chuan raised his hand, took the deck of cards, but only casually cut the deck a couple of times. In the gaps, he glanced at the corners of several cards, with no further development. The first hand, Lin Chuan felt his cards and did not call. The second and third were the same. However, each time Lin Chuan shuffled the cards, even though it seemed casual, he caught a glimpse of several cards. By the fourth hand, Lin Chuan began to call. He had the Two of Hearts face down, with the Three of Clubs, Four of Clubs, Five of Diamonds on the table, and the final card, the Ace of Spades. Though a small straight, it already swept the board. It turned out that Lin Chuan hadnt cheated by stealing, hiding, or swapping cards; he created extremely subtle creases on the cards with each shuffle and memorized them, and after three rounds, he reshuffled the deck to arrange the cards into the sequence he wanted. The fifth hand, he won big all the same. Suddenly, a special alarm sounded in the poker room and the gamblers immediately panicked. The police are here. Run! Damn it, I just won some money! Lin Chuans heart skipped a beat. Was he going to be caught so soon? Chapter 5 - Chapter 5: Chapter 5 I’ve Become a Taoist! Chapter 5: Chapter 5 Ive Become a Taoist! The gambling hall erupted into chaos as the gamblers bolted, scattering in all directions, not even bothering to collect their chips. This way, someone said. Lin Chuan also ducked his head, quickly blending into the departing crowd. In reality, he hoped the swindler would be caught. But in the virtual world of Experience Life, he was the swindler, and all he wanted to do was escape. If he were to be caught, wouldnt his Experience Life come to an abrupt halt? That simply wouldnt do. If the Experience Life wasnt complete, he might not even be able to take the Cheating Techniques back to reality. Lin Chuans card skills were terrible, he always lost to all three players when playing with friends. Learning this poker cheating technique, he didnt need to swindle, just not losing so badly would suffice. Life was already tough enough, there was no need to rub salt in the wounds. If he could pick up a thing or two, maybe when he got a girlfriend in the future and had to play mahjong with his mother-in-law, he wouldnt be at such a loss. Losing everything. Cough, wishful thinking. Lin Chuan was still a single dog, with no end in sight to his bachelorhood. Real world. Night rain shattered against the windowsill, blooming in a burst of fleeting flowers, the cool breeze carrying the chill of early spring, blowing into Lin Chuans room. The experience of Life continued. Scenes after scenes, as if from a first-person point of view, projected like a movie before Lin Chuans eyes. Lin Chuan, a master of Cheating Techniques, could play dice, poker, mahjong, Pai Gow Every game was his domain in the Martial World, and he seldom met his match! Life, as fascinating as a novel. The night rain in Anling City had stopped. Outside Lin Chuans window stretched a clear night sky, with moonlight faintly filtering through the clouds and the crystal-clear glass, illuminating the room. A sweet female voice echoed in Lin Chuans mind. [Congratulations, your Swindlers Life experience has been completed.] A smile spread across Lin Chuans lips. He waited for the systems next announcement. [You have acquired Cheating Techniques.] [Your swindler career experience has been automatically converted into the novel Swindler.] [Would you like to export it now?] Lin Chuan laughed, Export it! Export it ruthlessly! How to export? It turned out that the system had installed an exporting software on Lin Chuans computer. As soon as the Experience Life was complete, this software could automatically generate the text. However, it required some time. [Exporting] [Due to the lengthy nature of the Swindlers Life experience, the novel is expected to be about 1 million words, requiring 10 hours to export.] [Current progress: 5%.] The following morning, Lin Chuan woke up. Reflecting on last nights experience, his mind was still foggy and in a daze. Compared to the Thiefs Life, the Swindlers Life contained much more information. Even after sleeping, Lin Chuans temples were still throbbing. This was clearly a sign of overusing his brain. Lin Chuan rubbed his temples, then checked the exporting progress. [Current progress: 80%.] Its not finished yet; Ill go buy a couple of decks of playing cards to try out the Cheating Techniques. Lin Chuan quickly washed up and headed downstairs. His rental apartment was on the sixth floor, a walk-up building without an elevator. Below was a small supermarket owned by Old Zhang, the landlord. Today, the sun was shining bright. Inside the small supermarket, it wasnt Old Zhang behind the counter but a rather pretty girl in a loose hoodie and gray sweatpants, sucking on a lollipop. Lin Chuan recognized her. She was Old Zhangs daughter, Zhang. Lin Chuan strode into the supermarket: Zhang, grab me a couple of decks of playing cards. Zhang jumped up flusteredly, pulling at her sweatpants, What do you need? But the tablet on the table was still on, showing a video playing softly and suggestively: Madam, you surely dont want to Lin Chuans eyes sharpened. Thats the new series that just came out, right? Lin Chuan remembered very well, the series number was ************ Zhangs face flushed as she hurriedly pressed the power button on the tablet, You just said what do you need? Lin Chuan smiled, Two decks of playing cards for me. Zhang immediately took two decks of cards off the shelf, Thats four yuan. Zhang, you surely dont want to Lin Chuan grinned. Just take it, hurry up. Still blushing, Zhang pushed the playing cards towards Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan blinked, Could you also give me a couple of dice? Zhang pursed her lips, deftly fetching the dice from a drawer. Wheres Old Zhang? Lin Chuan asked casually. He played cards all night yesterday, and hes probably still at it, Zhang said with a sneer, You, a novelist, why are you always prying into other peoples privacy? Cough cough, girls should watch less explicit stuff! Lin Chuan burst into laughter and then took off. He was a long-term tenant in this neighborhood and frequented the local store for daily necessities, so he was acquainted with Old Zhang and Zhang. As for the landlord, Old Zhang, his only job was collecting rent, and his hobby was playing cards and mahjongoften till midnight, even all night. Sometimes when he lost too much, hed even raise the utilities fees. Therefore, Lin Chuan had no qualms about tricking Zhang out of the two decks of playing cards and the dice. Lin Chuan was even considering, should he challenge Old Zhang to a couple of games and win back his rent? No! Hed also have to let him owe a few years rent. Hahaha Lin Chuan returned to his rented place, a one-bedroom, one-living room apartment. The rain last night had washed away the oppressive and heavy air. Now, the morning sun, unobstructed, barged into his room aggressively, almost filling up the entire cramped space. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and took out his props. First to try rolling the dice. He found the dice cup, put three dice in it, and started shaking. The system might have rewarded the skill, but it was just theory; he had to experiment to find out if it was real Cheating Techniques. The dice cup, the crisp sound reverberating inside the cup. Clack! The dice cup came to rest. Triple sixes, open! He opened the dice cupthree sixes! A real triple! Lets go again! Clack! Clack! Clack! With continuous practice, Lin Chuans hand shaking the dice cup started blurring in the sunlight. Every time, three sixes, triple! I truly am a Cheating Sect genius! Lin Chuan showed off his eight shiny teeth in the sunlight. Strike while the irons hot. If dice Cheating Techniques were no problem, it was time to test the card Cheating Techniques. Lin Chuan immediately took out the playing cards. The hand speed honed over twenty-four years of singledom was indeed fast. The brand-new playing cards, in Lin Chuans hands, were as he wished; he had any card he wanted. This level of skill was at least that of a Cheating Sects Righteous General with decades of experience! Ive made it, taoist master here! From now on, Im the king of the gambling table! Hahaha! Lin Chuan got slightly carried away, his laughter filling the small apartment. At this moment. The neighborhood suddenly erupted with a cacophony of noise. As a writer used to failure but professional in spirit, Lin Chuan instinctively walked to the window and looked down to capture material from real life. On the ground, several police cars were parked haphazardly. A group of people, escorted by officers in blue uniforms, formed a line and got onto the police cars, while onlookers gathered around curiously. Whats happened? Lin Chuan muttered curiously. Suddenly, he saw a familiar figure in the crowd. Landlord Old Zhang! His daughter, Zhang, was wiping away tears ceaselessly nearby. Yikes! Lin Chuan inhaled sharply, immediately realizing what was happening. Landlord Old Zhang and the others had been caught for hosting a gambling gathering. Lin Chuan looked at the dice and playing cards in his hands; it felt like a bucket of cold water had been poured over his heart, chilling him to the core. Gamble? Thats something you cant afford to get involved with! Once you descend into the gambling world, life just gets more and more difficult. Lin Chuan pursed his lips. After much contemplation, he put away the playing cards and the dice. Forget it, lets see if anyone likes Swindlers Life? Lin Chuan mumbled to himself. Gambling is never the right path. Writing is the ultimate destination! Chapter 7 - Chapter 7: Chapter 7 Is His Second Uncle Really a Swindler? Chapter 7: Chapter 7 Is His Second Uncle Really a Swindler? Zhang Xinxins full name is Zhang Xinxin, one year younger than Lin Chuan, currently a senior in college, working on her graduation design at home. At this moment, she stood outside Lin Chuans rental, wearing a cartoon sweatshirt on top and gray cotton sweatpants below, a seemingly ordinary outfit that couldnt hide her voluptuous figure. Her skin was also very fair, dewy as if water would ooze out when pinched. Lin Chuan sighed, this is youth. The only downside was her love for short videos, which Lin Chuan had caught her watching more than once. It was somewhat embarrassing. Zhang Xinxins expression was a bit off, Lin Chuan, I was thinking Lin Chuan stepped back, Zhang, I know Old Zhang was arrested, and youre not in a good mood right now, needing to do something enjoyable, but Im not just anyone. Zhang Xinxin frowned and looked at him irritably, What are you fantasizing about! Then what do you want with me? Lin Chuan asked. Your lease agreement expires next month, are you going to renew it? Lin Chuan nodded. Zhang Xinxin took out the lease agreement from her sweatshirt pocket and handed it to Lin Chuan, Have a look for any problems, if there are none, then sign it. Lin Chuan glanced at the Little Landlady, then turned his attention to the contract. Geez, the rent had gone up by 200 yuan. Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips, In this area, our rent is the lowest, even with an increase of 200 yuan, we are still the lowest. Lin Chuans face darkened. The original rent was 800 yuan per month, now it had increased to 1000 yuan, wiping out a months earnings from writing. Life, already tight, became even tougher. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, then asked, Zhang, interested in having a game? Zhang Xinxin frowned, puzzled, Having a game? dudu provides full protection, pursue love with all your heart. Have a game! Lin Chuan smiled, Cough, I mean, how about playing poker? Zhang Xinxins frown deepened, Are you using slang? Is it a serious game of poker? Serious! Lin Chuan said with an awkward smile. No, Zhang Xinxin flatly refused. Er Lin Chuan furrowed his brows, why wasnt the plot developing as expected? If she played poker, then I would just let her lose all the rent money. But she flat out refused to play poker? Invincible! Could it be she wanted to play some dishonest game of poker? Before Lin Chuan could think further, he heard Zhang Xinxin say, Old Zhang went to jail over card games, I dont want to follow in his footsteps. All right, why the sudden rent increase? Lin Chuan asked with confusion. Last time they met, Lin Chuan heard Old Zhang say he hadnt thought about raising the rent, so he had felt that the landlord was quite conscientious. Now, out of the blue, the rent had increased. Zhang Xinxin bit her lip, Old Zhang lost six hundred thousand last night, so he decided to raise the rent a little. Lin Chuans eyes widened, his face twitched, How much did you say!? Six hundred thousand. Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips. Good grief! Six hundred thousand! Lin Chuan was taken aback. He had experienced the life of a swindler last night, had seen a lot of money; six hundred thousand didnt seem much to Mr. Lin. But that was, after all, a fictional life. In reality, Lin Chuan couldnt even be considered small fry, belonging to those dragging down the GDP, having barely made any money and lacking strong purchasing power. And what about the landlord Old Zhang? Six hundred thousand, lost just like that. Gambling is harmful! Old Zhangs loss resulted in my rent going up by 200 yuan, Im always the one who gets hurt. So, are you going to renew your lease? Zhang Xinxin blinked and asked. I will. Lin Chuan nodded his head. In this neighborhood, Old Zhangs rents were over three hundred lower than others, indeed there was none lower than his. Before earning any money, I would have to continue living here. Give me this months utilities for free, Lin Chuan said. In exchange, I can provide you with a legit website, which has what you want to see. Zhang Xinxin looked up at Lin Chuan, Whats the website? Lin Chuan smiled and sent the legitimate website to Zhang Xinxin, then watched as the Little Landlady left. Back at his computer. Lin Chuan started on the serious business and reviewed the beginning of Swindlers Life again. I am a swindler. I am the king who turns the tables at the gambling table. Once, I made a fortune overnight. Once, I lost my wife and children. I want to use Swindlers Life to tell you the simplest truth. The moment you sit at the gambling table, youve already lost in life. Nine out of ten gambles are deceitful! Ten out of ten gambles are losses! Not gambling is the only way to be the ultimate winner. Lin Chuan reviewed it very carefully. Then, he opened Youyous chat window, sent the file, and attached a message, Youyou, this is the first 20,000 words of my new book. Please review the manuscript for me. Whats left was waiting for Youyous review and reply. Wrong, I still need to eat! Only then did Lin Chuan remember that he hadnt even had breakfast and was now so hungry that his stomach clung to his back. He really couldnt face instant noodles anymore. It was better to go out for a bite. At noon, the sunshine was brilliant. Youyou made a cup of instant coffee and stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows of the company office building. Outside the window, the skyscrapers of Modu were staggered, twinkling with specks of silver in the bright sunlight, like stars fallen to earth. She took a sip of coffee, slightly bitter. It picked her up a bit, and she returned to her workstation. It should have been her lunch break, but she had voluntarily stayed to work overtime. Every industry was highly competitive. At Sailing Novel Website, the editing department implemented a system where the bottom performers got eliminated. Her performance over the past two years had also always been mediocre. If her performance remained the same this year, by the end of the year, she would be eliminated. Ding-ding-ding! A message notification popped up on her computer. Youyou glanced at it. Message from: Lin Chuan. Youyou had a pretty deep impression of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan had always followed her, and although his performance was always disappointing, he persisted and never stopped updating. Swindler? Youyou muttered as she looked at the file sent by Lin Chuan, Did he really write it? Youyou initially thought that Lin Chuan was just impulsive and that once he really started writing, he would know the obstacles everywhere, be at a loss for how to proceed, and then give up. To her surprise, Lin Chuan churned out a hefty 20,000-word beginning. Lets see if youre a real swindler or just a toothpick. Youyou murmured to herself, tauntingly, and opened Lin Chuans Swindlers Life with interest. I am a swindler Not gambling is the way to be the ultimate winner. At the beginning, Youyou couldnt help but put aside her condescension a bit, These opening sections do have a bit of gamblers confessional tone, not bad for someone who has flopped for years. She read on. My surname is Lin, no name, just call me Mr. Lin. My father was a gambler. In the year I turned seven, he was hacked to death on the street, leaving not a single last word. I hid in the alley and witnessed it all. Youyous eyebrows furrowed more and more firmly. Only after reading the entire 20,000 words did she take a deep breath. Pure swindler flavor! Without decades of a swindlers experience, one couldnt write such a beginning. Editor Youyou couldnt help muttering, Could it be that his uncle really is a swindler? Chapter 8 - Chapter 8: Chapter 8: The Realm of Fine Quality? Chapter 8: Chapter 8: The Realm of Fine Quality? Editor Youyou took a sip of coffee, then rejected the idea. Lin Chuans 20,000-word opening revealed a penitent reflection on a gamblers life, narrating a magnificent personal trajectory in a mundane tone. Youyou felt a genuine sense of immersion. She strongly suspected it was the opening of an autobiography by a gambler swindler. Yes, thats right! An autobiography! The stories heard from Second Uncle ultimately belonged to Second Uncle. It would be hard for Lin Chuan to write such empathetic words. So, this was Lin Chuans autobiography? When Youyou came to this conclusion, she herself was startled, then chuckled in disbelief. This seemed impossible! Afterward, Youyou sent a teasing message to Lin Chuan, Is this your autobiography? /smirk.jpg Near Happiness Community. Lin Chuan walked into a beef noodle restaurant. Welcome, sir. Please place your order here. The lady at the front desk glanced at Lin Chuan and served him with politeness. Lin Chuan looked at the menu, A bowl of beef noodles, please. 15 yuan! The lady at the front desk then asked, Would you like to add any side dishes? Extra beef for 8 yuan, extra egg for 3 yuan. Lin Chuan shook his head, No need. Way too expensive! He wouldnt be able to pay next months rent if he did! Lin Chuan found a seat in a corner. Soon after. Youyou sent a message. Is this your autobiography? /smirk.jpg Lin Chuans mouth twitched instantly, and he responded with a rhetorical question, Youyou, do you think thats possible? Youyou: /lol.jpg Youyou: Just kidding, let me briefly share my thoughts. Lin Chuan replied, Please do tell. After pondering for a moment, Youyous slender and fair fingers tapped swiftly on the keyboard, This opening gives me a very stunning feeling, very real, and with a strong sense of engagement. The part describing the dice-cheating skills is detailed and spot-on, capturing the essence of a swindlers life. If you can maintain this level of writing, I think this book could hit the featured list. Lin Chuan paused, carefully reviewing every word Youyou sent. The word featured was particularly eye-catching. Featured! How much money would that be per month? As everyone knows, the writers community also has their hierarchy of ascension. Newbie, perennial loser, minor hit, major hit, ten thousand subscriptions, Heavenly King, Influent Author, Platinum, Supreme God. A newbie at the initial stage, full of hope, with the makings of a Platinum. The perennial loser lives off the eight hundred yuan for perfect attendance, merely getting by, struggling in the unforgiving sea of internet literature. Lin Chuan was at this stage. But once he breaks into the featured realm, even as a minor hit, he could comfortably aim for a modest life, enjoying four dishes and a soup. As for a major hit or ten thousand subscriptions, Lin Chuan didnt dare to imagine. Lin Chuans fingers trembled slightly, as if he had Parkinsons, Can it really be featured? Youyou: Yes! With Youyous affirmative answer, Lin Chuan finally saw a chance to touch the threshold of featured. His hopes soared, and he clenched his fist excitedly, straightening his slightly hunched back. His confidence in Swindlers Life surged in an instant! The system, it truly works wonders! Sir, your beef noodles are ready. The lady brought over the beef noodles and placed them in front of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan glanced at the large and wide bowl, which had only a few slices of beef on it, and called the lady over, Hold on a moment! The lady looked puzzled, Sir, whats the matter? Add an extra serving of beef and an egg for me! Lin Chuan was very generous, as though he was about to buy out the entire noodle shop. Sir, you mean to add a serving of beef and an egg? The lady hesitated for a while, feeling that the customer in front of her seemed to glow with a spark in his eyes and an aura of confidence, almost like a different person from when he first walked in. Hmm. Lin Chuan hummed affirmatively, And bring a bottle of soy milk. Sir, please scan here to pay. The young lady wore a smile on her face, her service was top-notch. This modest beef noodle shop was somehow elevated by Lin Chuan to the sensation of a high-end restaurant. Of course. Lin Chuan had to foot the bill for his retaliatory spending. The beef cost eight yuan, the egg three yuan, and the soy milk three yuan and fifty cents, a total of fourteen yuan and fifty cents. A sizeable sum was deducted from his already meager balance. It wasnt long. Before the young lady brought over a new bowl of beef noodles. The beef brimmed over the bowl, sprinkled with a few green onion flakes, and there was a plump egg nestled on top; just one whiff and I could smell the rich fragrance. Lin Chuan hadnt eaten such a lavish dinner outside in a long time. Then, he laughed at himself again. Im really scared of being poor! Retaliatory spending, yet I only dare to add extra beef, egg, and soy milk! Forget it, dont think too much. Time to eat. Lin Chuan thought this meals beef noodles tasted exceptionally good, and he ate his fill. That bottle of ordinary soy milk also seemed to taste better than those milk tea beverages that cost several tens of yuan each, even though he had never tried them. Man Im really scared of being poor. The breeze in spring was very gentle. Lin Chuan walked out of the noodle shop, through the old alleyways, inhaling the faint floral scent permeating the old city district, along with the slightly cool mist. The sunlight fell, and as Lin Chuan walked on the stone pavement, his shallow shadow was cast. Lin Chuan didnt stop to appreciate the unique atmosphere of the old city district. His strides were vigorous, and he quickly returned to Happiness Community. Zhang, watching short videos again? Lin Chuan greeted Zhang Xinxin as he passed the small supermarket, very amiably. You really think I wont raise your rent? Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips. But Lin Chuan had already sprinted away, rushing up to the sixth floor in one breath. It has to be said. The Quality comment by editor Youyou had really lifted Lin Chuans spirits! The Lin Chuan of now, was all about publishing his new book, publishing, publishing! Making big money! Lin Chuan once again sat down in front of the computer and opened his reader group. Guys, the new book is confirmed! The group immediately responded. [Has the Influent Author already decided on the new book theme?] Lin Chuan: Confirmed. [What theme? / eager.jpg] [The Author is starting a new book?] [Whatever the Author writes, I love to read!] [Guys, let me tell you something, relying on the theft techniques, ahem, lock-picking techniques the Author taught me, Ive already registered as a locksmith at the police station!] [Bro, thats awesome!] Lin Chuan laughed heartily: The new books theme is about swindlers; I estimate it will pass the review tomorrow, handle the contract, and you guys can see if it suits your taste tomorrow. Lin Chuans bubbling, the previously scanty reader group, immediately livened up. Demons and monsters, many great beings, came forth in succession. [Swindler? Author, youre so daring!] [That profession is not easy to control, yo!] [Im already looking forward to it, what should I do?] [May I timidly ask, is this swindler thing also a technical writing style?] Lin Chuan replied: Of course, after all, I am a technical-style author. In Thief, Lin Chuans finely detailed descriptions of the theft process and the miraculous lock-picking had led some authors to call him a technical-style author. Even the police had come knocking, could it not be technical? [Whoa! Author, can you really do it?] [I dont believe it! Unless you teach me a couple of tricks!] [Author, youre really too audacious!] [Its just that Ive been losing at cards lately; I really need to study this well!] [Your last book on realistic theft and lock-picking, and now this one on the swindler profession, you truly are a treasure trove Author!] Chapter 9 - Chapter 9: Chapter 9 Technical Flow Author Chapter 9: Chapter 9 Technical Flow Author Spring breezes gently fluttered the pages of time. In the blink of an eye, the night faded, and morning arrived. The sky was clean and bright, sunlight streamed through the window into the room, soft and warm, silent and peaceful. Outside the window, birds chirped softly, their calls melodic and lively. Lin Chuans keyboard already produced a pleasant rhythm, the keycaps worn smooth from his touch. Yes, Lin Chuan had already started writing. Early in the morning, as soon as Youyou logged on, she helped Lin Chuan with the signing process. Lin Chuan began to release chapters frantically. After all, to publish those hundreds of chapters of a million-word novel, it would take a good while to operate. Serial release? Non-existent! The book was complete upon signing! Until noon, all chapters were published. Ding, the system panel updated. [Work: Life of a Thief] [Status: Now on sale] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 0/1000] One thousand average subscriptions, and I can start the next job experience. Lin Chuan muttered to himself. Then, he @ed all members in the readers group: Brothers, the new book is out, welcome to subscribe! Those readers were always so active. [Awesome! Heading for the new book now!] [I just got out of detention. Isnt the author writing about the Life of a Thief anymore?] [How did you get into detention?] [Last time I was itching to try out the authors lock-picking skills for real, ended up picking the lock of the corrupt managers door but forgot about his surveillance system.] [Thats real crime!] [What new book is the author writing?] [Life of a Swindler!] [Ill be the first reader!] [Ive been craving this!] [Im already at the card room, just waiting for the authors technical support!] This batch of loyal readers quickly found his new novel through Lin Chuans author page on Sailing Novel. Life of a Swindler At a glance, they were startled and all came back to the group, mentioning Lin Chuan. [Author, you call this a new book? Is there such a thing as a million-word new book?] [Even a communes donkey wouldnt dare to be this intense, right? This is terrifying!] [Goodness, what am I seeing?] [Author, take it easy.] [With the way youre going, have you considered whether your fellow writers can take it?] Happiness Community. In a somewhat luxurious living room, a middle-aged man slumped on the sofa, idly staring at the fish tank in front of him, his eyes lifeless. He was slightly overweight with strands of gray in his hair. This middle-aged man was Lin Chuans landlord, Old Zhang. He had been taken away for engaging in illegal gambling the day before and had spent the night in the police stations detention cell. Early this morning, he had paid his bail and finally returned home. I told you not to gamble, but look at you, you lost tens of thousands last night and even ended up in the police station. Zhang Xinxin sat across from Old Zhang, glowering at her father. Old Zhangs skin was somewhat saggy, and he seemed to have aged several years overnight, losing his vigor. Its my only hobby. Facing his daughters reproach, Old Zhang retorted with a pout. Zhang Xinxin continued, You call that a hobby? Its gambling. Should you even touch that? Old Zhang spread his hands and turned his head away, If I dont play cards with friends, what can I do? Collect rent all day, isnt that nauseating? Zhang Xinxins face was stern. She seriously scolded her father. There are plenty of hobbies you could take up. Go bird-watching, stream some videos, read some novels, all of those are great, arent they? Why do you have to gamble when there are so many other fun things to do? Didnt Lin Chuan still find joy in it despite his books flopping for so long? Old Zhang, faced with his precious daughter and knowing he was in the wrong, quickly waved his hands, Alright, alright, Ill stop gambling. Staying home and watching videos or reading novels should be fine, right? Only then did Zhang Xinxin stop her lecture, Fine, Im off to the shop. Old Zhang watched her go downstairs and grimaced. Being a landlord is truly boring. Well, time to read a novel. He took out his phone, opened the app store, and downloaded a novel app. Sailing Novel, quite a few downloads, this one it is. But his heart wasnt in the novels; it was on the gambling table where he lost money the night before last. Thinking back to that night. The reason he had lost so miserably was not just because he got carried away, but also because the other party was too lucky. He even suspected that the other party was cheating, but he couldnt find any evidence. Someone insisted that the man was a swindler, and under the guise of going to the toilet, secretly dialed the police number. Then, the whole setup was busted. At that moment, the Sailing Novel apps big data accurately recommended a few books to Old Zhang. Endless Gambling Sea Swindler Lost everything and still gambling? Old Zhang glanced at them, his eyes locking on the second one. Swindler! His interest was piqued in an instant! If I knew some cheating techniques, wouldnt I sweep the floor at the card table? Old Zhang began to daydream. Of course, he wasnt expecting to learn actual cheating techniques from a novel, but he thought that perhaps the novel could satisfy some of his unrealistic fantasies. He clicked on Swindler and glanced at the authors pen name: Mr. Lin, but he didnt linger, going straight to the text. I am a swindler Not gambling is the ultimate victory. One could tell this kid Mr. Lin has never been to a gambling table. There are many winners in casinos, earning millions and millions, faster than collecting rent. Old Zhang criticized. His mind, impervious to advice, automatically ignored this piece of counsel. Gamblers dont take advice. He casually flipped through a few pages and glanced quickly, frowning, Seems like its not badly written. Hmm? It even has dice listening techniques? Old Zhang, slouched on the sofa, straightened up a bit. His attention fell on a few paragraphs: I watched intently, listening to the crisp sounds from the dice cup. As the master shook the dice cup, he said: Dice have six sides, each with a different number of indentations. If youve studied physics, you know that for dice made of the same material, the force determines the volume of the sound, and the different indentations result in different collision sounds. Listen carefully! Thud! The dice hit the ground! Old Zhangs brow half furrowed, mumbling to himself, When I was the physics course representative back in the day, the physics guy mentioned the principles of sound propagation, seems like theres some truth to it. Years of rent-collecting made him forget most of what he learned in school. But now, it seemed like some memories had come back. With a thirst for learning, Old Zhang continued reading. In the book, the sound of each dice face hitting the ground was clearly described. Now, Old Zhang couldnt sit still! Could this really be the case? He was quite puzzled. He immediately took out some dice from a drawer, placed them in a dice cup, and decided to conduct an experiment. Old Zhang sat up straight, shaking the dice cup in the air with his right hand, his gaze intense with a gamblers focus. He had good hearing, clearly catching the sound of the dice landing inside the cup. Thud! The dice cup landed on the coffee table. Old Zhangs eyes gleamed, Ive got to see for myself if what you say is true! Chapter 10 - Chapter 10: Chapter 10 Can We Learn a Trick or Two from Him? Chapter 10: Chapter 10 Can We Learn a Trick or Two from Him? Old Zhang followed the description in Swindler, constantly shaking the dice, far more focused than he ever was in school. He repeatedly opened the dice cup and verified the results. Smack! Once again, the dice hit the floor. Old Zhang talked to himself, The sound of the dice landing this time is very crisp, crisper than any other time, the face that landed should be 1, so the face thats facing up is 6 points! Old Zhang lifted the dice cup. Inside, the die indeed showed six points up! Holy shit! Its actually true! What this author wrote is actually the real deal! Old Zhangs eyes widened in disbelief. He completely changed his view of the book on swindling. I thought this author was just some green kid, but turns out hes a master of cheating techniques! Old Zhang put aside his contempt. He stared at the dice inside the dice cup, his brow furrowed, and his previously lifeless eyes suddenly sparkled again, the gloominess on his face dissipating in an instant. It seems, I might have a bit of a talent for listening to dice myself. Old Zhangs eyes shone with deep thought. In the quiet living room, the crisp sound of dice rattling inside the cup resonated, unceasing. Old Zhang! Zhang Xinxin pushed open the living room door with a shove and unexpectedly turned back, I told you to watch videos and read novels, so why are you playing with dice again, are you thinking about gambling? No no! Old Zhang stumbled over his words and quickly put down the dice cup, his gaze slightly evasive. Youre playing with dice and you say its not gambling? Zhang Xinxin looked skeptically at her old man. Old Zhang pointed to his phone screen, Im reading a novel, it says shaking dice can train the wrist. Zhang Xinxin was doubtful, Dice? Is that a serious novel? Old Zhang immediately defended Swindler, Serious, absolutely serious! Hmph! Zhang Xinxin huffed. Why are you here but not in the store? Old Zhang retorted. Zhang Xinxin walked into the room, I came back to get my tablet. What do you need the tablet for? Old Zhang asked again. To watch videos! Cant you watch them on your phone? The phone screen is too small. Always watching videos, are they really serious videos? Old Zhang quipped. Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips, her eyes darting away, Why wouldnt they be serious? The video website Lin Chuan provided not only discussed the complex ethical relationships of humans in society, the self-rescue methods of the weak against the strong, but also delicately depicted the struggle and downfall of people when faced with the contradiction between desires and reality, with characters that were deeply developed. Serious indeed. Zhang Xinxin hugged her tablet and quickly left the house. Old Zhang, diligent and eager to learn, continued to read with the mindset of an apprentice. But the more he read, the more mystical it seemed, and the more he felt that the author was definitely a master of cheating techniques! Old Zhang checked the authors homepage. Author: Mr. Lin. Huh, theres a readers group? Old Zhang saw the next line, a QQ group. So. Old Zhang opened his long-unused QQ and applied to join the group. Ding dong. In the rental, Lin Chuan received a notification for a group join request. [Arrogant Zhang is applying to join the group, do you agree?] Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow. Wow, a new reader is joining the group so quickly! Agree. At that moment. In the readers group, the various experts saw the new member arrive and started to make their presence known. [@Arrogant Zhang, welcome new friend to the Ministry of Justice.] [My good brother, are you here to learn techniques too?] [@Mr. Lin, Author Boss, will you take me as a disciple? Teach me a couple of moves!] [Ive read 30,000 words; you didnt lie, author, its really technical. Ive been practicing the listening dice skills for a long time and still havent mastered it.] [Cheating Sect techniques, where can one learn them so easily?] [Author, youre too criminal, its written too realistically!] [Is this your autobiography?] Lin Chuan laughed: I just made that up. [Got it!] [Protect!] [+1] [+1] [+1] The landlord, Old Zhang, looking at the chat history in the group, stroked his chin, pondering, This author, he really does have something up his sleeve! The Arrogant Zhang in the readers group was him. Old Zhang piped up. [@Mr. Lin, Authors amazing, Ive come to pay homage to your greatness!] [@Mr. Lin, does the author take disciples?] Old Zhangs head was filled with nothing but fantastic Cheating Techniques. Lin Chuan saw Arrogant Zhangs comments and, revealing a smile, replied, Im a serious writer, I dont take disciples! The readers in the group quickly offered advice, tagging @Arrogant Zhang. [The author is a skill-based writer, all his craft is in his novel!] [If you want to learn something, just read the book carefully!] [If you learn something, reward him! Reward him generously!] [With an Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest, youll knock the author dizzy!] [With your powerful wallet, stuff the poor author full!] Old Zhang nodded, deeply agreeing! Money makes the world go round! Although this author had Cheating Techniques up his sleeve, he didnt rely on them to make money. Ill reward him as a tuition fee for paying respects to the master. With that thought. Old Zhang immediately opened the Sailing Novel app, looking for the reward function. An Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest, 10,000 Sailing Coins, which is a thousand yuan. Old Zhang didnt hesitate, waving his hand grandly. Two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests were sent. Arrogant Zhang has sent you an Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest, please keep up the good work. Arrogant Zhang has sent you an Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest, please keep up the good work. The mobile app popped up with the reward notification. Lin Chuan took a close look. Nice going! Two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests! Two thousand yuan! After the platforms fifty percent cut, Lin Chuan would receive a thousand yuan. Geez, thats a months rent covered. Subscriptions and rewards are the greatest acknowledgments from readers. Suddenly receiving rewards of two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests from readers. A life of cheats, about to take off! On the other side. A satisfied smile appeared on Old Zhangs face. Then, leaning back, he comfortably sprawled on the leather sofa, lifting one leg over the other, humming a tune. He continued reading the novel. You never know, might I also learn a thing or two from it? If I master it, wouldnt I be able to make back the hundred and eighty thousand Ive lost over the past two years in no time? Indeed. Lin Chuan did not disappoint his expectations. Swindler was packed with solid content! Especially the Cheating Techniques inside, they simply sent Old Zhang into raptures. Mr. Lin, youre truly formidable! Others read novels as stories, Old Zhang studied them like tutorials. No, Old Zhang treated Swindler as if it were a sacred manual. Holding it in the palm of his hands, he couldnt bear to put it down. Xinxin, Im heading back to my room. Just after dinner, the pretty lady downstairs called for Old Zhang to go for a walk, but he did not pay attention and directly entered his room instead. Zhang Xinxin glanced up, seeing Old Zhang happily staring at the phone screen, she found it odd and muttered, I wonder what novel Old Zhang is reading that has him so engrossed. Next time I see Lin Chuan, Ill have to ask him to recommend a couple of proper novels. Very soon. Zhang Xinxin remembered the website address that Lin Chuan had given her, then shook her head, Never mind, hes not exactly a respectable author. Meanwhile, Old Zhang, after entering his room, quietly locked the door. He was up to no good. Chapter 11 - Chapter 11: Chapter 11: Shatter the Darkness with Thunder! Chapter 11: Chapter 11: Shatter the Darkness with Thunder! ` In the secluded room. Old Zhang drew the curtains, locked the door from the inside, and after making sure his precious daughter wouldnt discover him, he pulled out several brand new decks of playing cards from the drawer. Greed does not pay, lets start with cutting the deck, muttered Old Zhang. Turns out, after watching Lin Chuans Swindler tutorial, he couldnt resist and decided to secretly practice card cheating techniques. How could a gambler resist the temptation of cheating techniques? Cut! Cut! Cut! Old Zhang practiced cutting the cards like crazy. For a while. The large room was covered with playing cards strewn all over the floor. But it wasnt without success. Old Zhangs hands were nimble, and as he rapidly cut the cards, with a slight flick of his thumb, his sharp eyes caught sight of the corners of several cards. After seven or eight repetitions, he had already memorized the sequence of the first dozen or so cards. However, his technique would appear clumsy to an expert, and his speed was not fast enough; one glance and you could see the trick. But having reached this level of skill, Old Zhang was overjoyed, thinking to himself with a gleeful chuckle, Mr. Lin did not deceive me! Once Ive mastered this, I will dominate the gambling scene! Hahahaha! Unbeknownst to him, the outside world had already turned to dusk. The setting sun cast a yellowish glow on the old city district, painting it with a golden coat, soft and warm. Occasionally, a few swallows flew by, tracing a black arc in the sky. Lin Chuan stretched lazily, got up to move his limbs around, and walked to the window, taking deep breaths of the fresh air outside. A smile hung on his handsome face. At that moment, everything seemed to become more beautiful. This, perhaps, was the charm of two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests! Of course, the Popularity Value/Average Subscription had also increased quite a bit. [Work: Swindler] [Status: Uploaded.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 50/1000] This increase isnt bad; wait until the platform does a round of recommendations, the average subscription should go up some more! Lin Chuan laughed. The new book had just been released; recommendations wouldnt come so quickly. DingdongCdingdongC Lin Chuans phone rang. Old Wang, whats the good word? Lin Chuan answered the call with a laugh. Old Wang, a colleague of Lin Chuans. The two entered the business at the same time, and now Old Wang had written a hit novel, with hopes of making it big. Lin Chuan would teasingly refer to him as an almost influent Author. As soon as Old Wang opened his mouth, it was with the air of someone on the brink of success, How did you find out that my book hit six thousand in average subscriptions? Lin Chuans face darkened: Fuck Hes here to show off! Three thousand average subscriptions for a hit. Six thousand average subscriptions for a big hit. Old Lin, why arent you saying anything, is the signal bad? Old Wang laughed. Lin Chuan curled his lips, Through the internet cable, I can still smell your arrogance. Old Wang burst out laughing, Im just sharing my joy with a good brother, how about you now? Well, its not looking good. Lin Chuan sighed, I only got two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests today. I always said Old Wang suddenly paused, his tone surprised, What did you just say, two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests? Still a bit few. Lin Chuan grinned widely, unable to contain his happiness. It was always Old Wang showing off to him, but this time, Lin Chuan finally had the chance to smugly rub it in Old Wangs face! ` Old Wang was taken aback for a moment, then chuckled, Thats great, it seems that your Life of a Thief is looking up! Life of a Thief has been completed, Lin Chuan smiled, Ive started a new book. Old Wang was somewhat surprised, Youve started a new book? Mhm. Lin Chuan responded with a sound. On the other end of the phone, Old Wang had already opened Lin Chuans authors homepage and was even more surprised to see Lin Chuans new book, Old Lin, youre actually writing about swindlers? Is there a problem? Lin Chuan laughed. Old Wang teased, Be honest with me, are you from the Rong Sect or the Cheating Sect? In old times, those who made a living in the Martial World were differentiated into different industries, and over time, countless professions emerged. The Rong Sect referred to those who lived by thievery. Pickpockets were called Xi, and those who broke into homes to steal were called Burglar. As for the Cheating Sect, they lived by cheating. The Cheating Sect had Eight Generals, and the life Lin Chuan experienced belonged to one of the generals, the Righteous General, who made a living off Cheating Techniques. Lin Chuan chuckled, If you keep asking, people from the Six Fans Gate are going to come for me again. Again? Old Wang was startled, Have you been taken in for a tea session? Lin Chuan grinned, recounting the process of Shen Qianqians visit to summon him. Old Wang laughed, entirely without sympathy, Old Lin, youre really courting disaster! You still dare to write about swindlers, arent you afraid of being locked up in a little dark room again and then subjected to a trial by fire? Lin Chuan was taken aback, Really? You, my friend, are brazenly testing the limits of the law! Old Wang laughed. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, I dont think so, theyve even made movies about it, surely I wont get arrested for writing a novel, right? Well I cant say for sure, Old Wang paused, But I have to tell you some bad news. Lin Chuan was startled, Youre going to put on airs again? Old Wang chuckled, What kind of person do you take me for? This bad news is about you. Go on, Lin Chuan frowned. Youre doomed! Your new book is being released at the same time as two authors with subscriptions in the tens of thousands. You should know what kind of impact that will have. Old Wang turned serious for a rare moment, his voice heavy. Lin Chuans brows furrowed, and he took a deep breath. Thats the spirit! Right on! At Sailing Novel, authors with high subscriptions starting new books will get traffic support. However, a websites traffic is limited, and the traffic allocated to new books released in the same period is also relatively fixed. This means that they could very well attract a large number of readers, leaving others in the dust. If some people get the lions share, others will have to bite the dust. Its very possible that Lin Chuan would be the latter. The two tens-of-thousands subscription authors are Handon and Hongmei; they have a history and neither is willing to let the other overshadow them, hence they chose to release new books in the same period, Old Wang explained to Lin Chuan. When influent authors fight, the small fries suffer, Lin Chuan smiled. Right, theres even worse news that I think you wouldnt want to hear, Old Wang added. Here you go trying to show off again? Lin Chuan asked. Look at you, always judging me like that. I was just sharing joy with you, Old Wang chuckled, then suddenly changed the subject, I just took a glance at Handons new book, guess what genre hes writing? Lin Chuans brows knit slightly, What genre is it? His book is titled King of Cheating! Old Wang dropped the bombshell. What? Lin Chuans eyes widened, and he drew in a sharp breath. This is bad, its targeting me! Hes also writing about swindlers! If youre not confident, you can change the genre and start another book in a few days, Old Wang consoled. Lin Chuan looked out the window, where the sun was setting, and dusk was approaching. He smiled and said, With a thunderbolt, shatter the darkness! Old Wang was taken aback, Are you messing around? Lin Chuan laughed, The female police officer who summoned me, she said my last book was good, and that I have the potential to become a great author. I think so, too. Chapter 12 - Chapter 12: Chapter 12: Arrested on the Spot? Chapter 12: Chapter 12: Arrested on the Spot? On the other end of the phone, Old Wang chuckled, That must be a policewoman; otherwise, she wouldnt be so perceptive! Indeed, she is a policewoman. Lin Chuan laughed. In his mind, the image of Shen Qianqian emerged. Her black hair tied up in a ponytail revealed her delicate features, fair skin, and the shallow dimples that appeared when she smiled, but when she donned her uniform, she looked valiant and formidable. However, Lin Chuans impression of Shen Qianqian chiefly came from the bone-chilling interrogations in the interrogation room. She had the suspect handsome guy vibe, very penal. Old Lin, theres something else I want to ask you for a favor, said Old Wang, whose voice, usually so assertive, suddenly softened. Lin Chuans eyebrows rose, and he asked with a smile, What is it? Old Wang spoke with a bit of awkwardness, Tomorrow, could you accompany me to a matchmaking meeting, how about it? Matchmaking!? Lin Chuans brows furrowed, confusion evident on his face. Old Wang was about the same age as him. At twenty-four or twenty-five, was he already going for matchmaking? Old Wang curled his lip and said, Old Lin, why are you so surprised? In our line of work, we spend our days at home typing, the opposite sex we come into contact with are just fellow female authors, female readers, female editorsyou can count them all on one hand. This Lin Chuan touched his nose, pondering for a moment. That was indeed the case. Since he began writing, the few women who made a lasting impression on him were an editor, a policewoman, the Little Landlady. Right, and the married woman he once pursued Ah spit! She wasnt a married woman when he was pursuing her. Beyond that, there was no one else. The editor was far away, the policewoman was a brief encounter, the Little Landlady was engrossed in films, and the married woman out of reach. Finished. Doomed to be alone! After listening to Old Wang, Lin Chuan felt like he was looking in a mirror. Old Lin, why arent you saying anything? asked Old Wang. Lin Chuan snapped back to reality, Oh theres nothing wrong with matchmaking, Ill accompany you tomorrow. On the phone, Old Wang grinned, Its a deal then, Ill send you the address later. He hung up the phone. Lin Chuan poured himself a cup of boiled water and guzzled it down. He hadnt thought too much about it. PK with a best-selling author reaching ten thousand orders? Strike down the darkness with thunder! As for love and matchmaking, why bother with that! Clothes dont necessarily have to be washed by someone else, if theres no washing machine, he could wash them by hand, right? His goal was simple. He could never work a regular job! Earn money! After all, life is about money equating to material things, get money, and you solve ninety-nine percent of your worries. If it doesnt solve them, perhaps its because the amount earned isnt enough. It might seem like a warped perspective, but on second thought, it made a twisted kind of sense. Lin Chuan wasnt a sociologist, he didnt ponder the deep-seated reasons behind it. Who cares anyway! Once you have money, what do you need a bicycle for? Thats right! I still have an ace up my sleeve! Cheat code, activate! The next day, noon. At Anling City, outside the Redwood Cafe. Old Wang had shaved his stubble, combed his hair to look mature, and wore a sharp suit. By contrast with Old Wang, Lin Chuans attire was more casualslacks and a white T-shirt, his features clean-cut and sunny. Old Wang, did you spray cologne? Lin Chuan sniffed the faint scent on Old Wang and asked in surprise. How is it, does brother smell good? Old Wang wiggled his eyebrows. Lin Chuan stepped back, Old Wang, Im straight, you know! What are you thinking about? I just wanted to ask if girls would like it, Old Wang said with a smile. Lin Chuan shook his head, A womans heart is a deep ocean of secrets. The two walked into the cafe. Inside the cafe, a rich coffee aroma blended with the strains of jazz music created a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Old Wang scanned the room and straightened his suit before leading Lin Chuan to a window seat. Lin Chuan took a glance. At the window seat, two girls sat looking out the window. Hello, Im Wang Zikai, introduced by Aunt Wang. Old Wang smiled slightly as he introduced himself. The two girls turned their heads. One of them, with slightly curly long hair draping over her shoulders, revealed a smile, Hello, Im Xue Qiqi, introduced by Aunt Wang. Lin Chuan, however, wore a strange expression as he looked at the other girl. She was dressed in a fresh little white dress, her black hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her delicate face was lightly made-up. She blinked her eyes, beaming at Lin Chuan, with faint dimples on her cheeks. What a coincidence, Writer Lin. Xue Qiqi and Wang Zikai both looked at their companions, You know each other? Shen Qianqian nodded. Lin Chuan also nodded, forcing a smile, Quite a coincidence indeed, Officer Shen. They sat down. Old Wang nudged Lin Chuan and asked quietly, How do you know each other? Lin Chuans face was bitter: Got taken to the little black room. Old Wang discreetly gave Lin Chuan a thumbs up. Wow! So it was her who caught you. Such a twist of fate! Lin Chuan glanced at Shen Qianqian, who now lacked the seriousness she had in the interrogation room, instead displaying more sweetness and vivacity. A stark contrast in styles. Lin Chuan wondered how Shen Qianqian managed to switch so effortlessly. But the main characters of this blind date were not the two of them. It was Wang Zikai and Xue Qiqi. Lin Chuan listened from the side. Xue Qiqi seemed to have a pretty good impression of Wang Zikai, and she was also a writer, a colleague in the field. The two hit it off quite well in their conversation. Its a bit dull just chatting, how about we play a game? Xue Qiqi suggested. Old Wang agreed readily, What shall we play? Qianqian doesnt know many games, lets play poker, Xue Qiqi said with a laugh. Old Lin, how about poker? Old Wang looked at Lin Chuan, asking. In the past, when he played cards with Lin Chuan, he often won more than lost, naturally aware that Lin Chuan was terrible at cards. Lin Chuan then looked at Shen Qianqian: Is it okay to play cards? Shen Qianqian smiled, Of course, why do you ask, Writer Lin? Im afraid of being caught. Lin Chuan grimaced. Shen Qianqian laughed out loud, revealing her cute dimples, her voice sweet, Entertainment isnt illegal, I wont arrest you. Both Old Wang and Xue Qiqi chuckled at Lin Chuan. Ring ring ringC Shen Qianqians phone rang with a notification. Immediately after, she said apologetically, Qiqi, the police station notified me that theres a case to handle, I have to go back immediately, cant play poker. Qiqi showed understanding: Its okay, we can also play Fight the Landlord. Shen Qianqian quickly left the cafe, disappearing from Lin Chuans view. Come on, lets play Fight the Landlord. Old Wang got a deck of playing cards from the cafe. The three of them played merrily. In Old Wangs blind date setup, Lin Chuan played a small stratagem, repeatedly claiming the role of the landlord, encouraging Old Wang and Xue Qiqi to team up. As they played, the two of them became much more familiar with each other. About half an hour later. Shen Qianqian returned. Qianqian, you finished that quickly? Xue Qiqi said with a smile. Lin Chuan looked over. Shen Qianqian was now in a police uniform with her hair in a ponytail, her pretty face looking very neat and clear-cut, yet her expression was a bit stern. Yikes! He was reminded of the scene in the interrogation room. Qiqi, Im actually working on a case right now, Shen Qianqian explained. Xue Qiqi was confused, Working on a case now? Shen Qianqian turned around, looking at Lin Chuan, Lin Chuan, you are currently suspected of illegal criminal activities, please come with me to the police station. Chapter 13 - Chapter 13: Chapter 13: Are All Ghostwriters This Omnipotent? Chapter 13: Chapter 13: Are All Ghostwriters This Omnipotent? One hour ago. Anling Citys Public Security Brigade struck quickly, directly destroying an underground gambling den. However, due to the large number of people involved, the Public Security Brigade did not have enough personnel, so they requested support from the Criminal Investigation Brigade. Shen Qianqian, who was off-duty accompanying her best friend on a blind date, was called back to the police station. Upon rushing back to the police station, Shen Qianqian changed into her police uniform. She quickly got into her role. Qianqian, theres a swindler inside, help with the interrogation, the head of the Public Security Brigade handed Shen Qianqian the interrogation sheet. Okay. Shen Qianqian turned and walked into the interrogation room, her face turning cold. At first glance, it looked as if Dragon Hollyhock had turned red. Inside the interrogation room. Across from Shen Qianqian was a middle-aged man who was slightly overweight, with somewhat swollen eye bags, grey hair amongst the black, and showing signs of balding. Whats your name? Shen Qianqians voice was ice cold. When interrogating criminals, Shen Qianqian was always like this. Zhang De. Age? 54. Whats your occupation? Does being a landlord count as an occupation? The middle-aged man across from her flickered in his gaze. He had just been in the police station two days ago, experiencing the interrogation by the police comrades. Unexpectedly, here he was again. Shen Qianqian slightly lifted her eyes. Your specific address. The landlord sulkily responded, Happiness Community, building 3, No. 3 garden villa, City East District. Happiness Community? Shen Qianqians eyebrows furrowed. She had been to the City East Districts Happiness Community. Lin Chuan also lived there; during the last theft case, she had personally gone to summon Lin Chuan. This community so many talented people? Indeed, this landlord was none other than Lin Chuans landlord, Old Zhang. Shen Qianqians pen tip moved as she noted down Old Zhangs information, then she asked, Are you a swindler? Landlord Old Zhang hastily shook his head, denying, No. Shen Qianqian raised her hand and pointed towards the two walls of the interrogation room, where eight conspicuous characters were displayed. Leniency to those who confess, severity to those who resist. Really not. Landlord Old Zhang had a bitter face. Shen Qianqians eyes narrowed and her voice grew heavier, The others have already confessed, theyve revealed that you were cheating in the gambling den, and we were just about to deal with you when our men arrived, saving your hands. Will you continue to conceal the truth? Old Zhang pursed his lips, not daring to hide anything, and honestly admitted, Not a swindler, just learned a bit of cheating techniques. As it turned out. Old Zhang had practiced cheating techniques all through the previous night, unable to sleep. He felt he had a natural talent for it, considering himself a cheating techniques prodigy. In just one night, he had made considerable progress. This morning, unable to resist the itch in his hands, he sneaked out without telling Xinxin and secretly went to an underground gambling den, wanting to test his newfound skills. Old Zhang was still in the grace period for beginners; indeed, he had shown a bit of his skills in the gambling den. But soon, Old Zhang was noticed by the people running the gambling den. After reviewing the surveillance footage in slow motion, they spotted his tricks and decided to take him out. Thats when the Public Security Brigade raided the gambling den. And caught everyone in one swoop. Old Zhang was fortunate to save his hands and ended up back at the police station. Just-learned cheating techniques? Shen Qianqian furrowed her brows slightly, slightly surprised. Mhm. Landlord Old Zhang nodded. Who taught you? Shen Qianqian asked. Old Zhang shook his head. No one. Self-taught. Shen Qianqian was taken aback, her eyes narrowed slightly, some surprise evident, Self-taught? How did you teach yourself? Just just learned it from tutorials. Old Zhang wore a pained expression. Shen Qianqian was even more surprised. Could a swindler really be self-taught? She had interrogated swindlers before, but each one had been taught by a master, practiced hard for years, before they dared to venture into the martial world. But the 54-year-old landlord in front of her, who had learned cheating techniques on his own, was the first she had ever seen. It really was a sight to behold. Where did you get the tutorial from? How long have you been practicing? Shen Qianqian fired questions in quick succession without giving Old Zhang much time to think, creating an overwhelming sense of pressure. Just practiced for one night, from a tutorial I saw in a novel. Old Zhang answered honestly. Even though Shen Qianqian had seen her fair share of bizarre suspects, this answer still took her by surprise. Cheating techniques learned in one night? And from a tutorial in a novel? Good heavens! The last time Shen Qianqian read Lin Chuans novel Thief, readers said they could learn lock-picking skills from it. This time it was something even more exaggerated. Learning cheating techniques! Are authors these days all so omniscient? Shen Qianqian thought to herself, I really want to see, which author is this audacious? Teaching someone cheating techniques, in reality, is a form of instructing criminal methods, which constitutes the crime of disseminating criminal methods, and can result in a fixed-term imprisonment of not more than five years, criminal detention, or control. If the circumstances are serious, it can be a fixed-term imprisonment of not less than five years but not more than ten years. In particularly serious circumstances, a fixed-term imprisonment of ten years or more or life imprisonment can be imposed. Which novel is it? Shen Qianqian was also curious to know which author it was. Sailing Novel, Swindler. Under duress, landlord Old Zhang had no choice but to reveal everything. Even if he didnt say it, the police would search his phone and find the novel. Shen Qianqian took out her phone. She opened Sailing Novel and searched for swindler. The first one on the list was a work called King of Cheating by an author named Handon. Shen Qianqian clicked into it and put the phone screen in front of Old Zhang: Is it this one? Old Zhang looked and shook his head: No. This website had several books titled Swindler, with a high rate of duplication in names. Do you remember the authors pen name? Shen Qianqian asked. Old Zhangs mouth twitched: I remember. Whats it called? Its called Mr. Lin. Old Zhang revealed Lin Chuans pen name. Shen Qianqians brows furrowed. She was no stranger to the pen name Mr. Lin! A duplicate name? Shen Qianqian pursed her lips, her slender, fair fingers rapidly tapping the screen, entering the keywords Mr. Lin and swindler. At that moment, a book with over one million words popped up. Shen Qianqian asked, Is this the one? Old Zhang glanced at it, and nodded vigorously, his eyes filled with a sense of guilt. Author, youve been implicated! Shen Qianqian clicked into the authors homepage, and with a quick glance, she was taken aback. Author: Mr. Lin. Works: Thief, Swindler, Well done, Lin Chuan, passing on criminal methods in a novel, teaching people cheating techniques, Shen Qianqian thought, her chest heaving with emotion. After questioning Old Zhang, Shen Qianqian reported the interrogation details to the head of the Public Security Brigade. The decisive and efficient Captain Li Bing quickly issued an order: Qianqian, help contact Sailing Novel Website and retrieve this Mr. Lins information. Prepare to contact the local police station and summon him. Shen Qianqian shook her head: Captain Li, theres no need. I know him. Li Bing raised his eyebrows in surprise: You know him? I invited him to the police station last time to investigate a perfect-level home invasion theft, Shen Qianqian said. Immediately summon him to the police station, Qianqian, youll conduct the interrogation, Li Bing said with a smile. Shen Qianqian nodded. She then quickly left the Public Security Brigade of Anling Citys police station and hurried towards the Redwood Cafe. Chapter 14 - Chapter 14: Chapter 14: Which Genius Reader? Chapter 14: Chapter 14: Which Genius Reader? Redwood Cafe. Shen Qianqian was dressed in her police uniform, her delicate features hardened with a serious expression. The atmosphere was a bit awkward. Officer Shen, is there some kind of misunderstanding here? Lin Chuans mouth hung open slightly, his brow furrowed, looking puzzledly at Shen Qianqian. He was confused. Im a law-abiding citizen, when have I ever committed any crimes? The card game earlier was approved by you; I wouldnt dare play without confirming it was legal! And moreover. We didnt gamble in the landlords game while you were away! It was purely for fun! Wang Zikai also asked with a confused face, Right, Officer Shen, could there be some kind of misunderstanding? Qianqian, whats going on? Xue Qiqi next to her was also taken aback. Though she was a novelist, even she didnt anticipate this turn of events. Shen Qianqian had accompanied her on a blind date. And what was the result? Shen Qianqian ended up arresting the good brother of her date; it looked like she was out to notch her performance. This Lin Chuan looked so refined and handsome, not at all like someone who would engage in criminal activities. Shen Qianqian glanced at Xue Qiqi and could only say, Its not convenient for me to explain here, but Lin Chuan is indeed suspected of illegal and criminal activities. Once Ive taken him back to the police station for a thorough investigation, Ill explain everything to you. Afterwards. Shen Qianqian turned to look at Lin Chuan: Lin Chuan, please come with me to the police station. Lin Chuan inwardly lamented and obediently extended his hands. Shen Qianqian inspected Lin Chuan, tall and thin with a handsome, distressed look as if wronged by the misunderstanding: No need for handcuffs. With someone like Lin Chuan, she could take him down with one hand. Writer = Scholar. Soft as a chick, right? Lin Chuans mouth twitched: Can you put a hood on me? Shen Qianqian was taken aback: ??? Lin Chuan gestured for Shen Qianqian to look around. Shen Qianqian swept her gaze around and saw the people in the cafe watching them with odd looks. Putting on a hood would only make you look even more like a criminal suspect, Shen Qianqian retorted. Uh Lin Chuan thought about it and realized she was right. Old Wang looked on with a troubled face as Shen Qianqian led Lin Chuan into the police car. Taking a brother out for a blind date, and the brother gets arrested by the blind dates best friend. What a mess. Seated in a police car for the second time. The same car, the same seat, the same person. Even Lin Chuans state of mind was the same. He was puzzled. These past few days, I havent even received a door-to-door laundry text message. I havent stepped outside, what could I have done wrong? Lin Chuan was full of doubt and confusion. He carefully reflected on whether his actions and behavior over the past few days had been appropriate. Hed experienced a swindlers life, and that was kept secret the entire time, with no one aware of it. Releasing the new book Swindlers Life had also been done officially after passing a security check before being contracted and put on shelves. Beyond that, there seemed to be nothing else. Suddenly, Lin Chuan remembered something. He had given the Little Landlady a legitimate website link, could that be considered spreading obscene information? Hiss! That doesnt count, right? Can it even count! It definitely shouldnt. Exchanging a seed between friends is also common, isnt it? So what else could there be? Lin Chuan couldnt figure it out to the end. Shen Qianqian drove the police car, speeding in the City East District, cutting through the noisy streets, and amidst many sideways glances, she returned to the Anling Police Station. At this time, inside the police station, there were all sorts of people. There were gamblers being detained in the holding cells, relatives coming to handle the necessary procedures, reporters interviewing about the recent crackdown on an underground gambling den. Lin Chuan deliberately avoided the reporters cameras. Afraid of social death! After all, this was not something to be proud of. Inside the interrogation room. Cold walls, conspicuous slogans, a solemn atmosphere. Lin Chuan felt as if ants were nibbling at his skin, as if sitting on pins and needles. He sat in the middle, in the position for those being interrogated, and watched Shen Qianqian transform from a sweet girl to a domineering lady, from a blue koi to a red one. But, he couldnt dwell on why Officer Shen could have a double identity and switch freely between them. Because Shen Qianqian had already launched a thunderous offensive. Name? Lin Chuan. Age? 24. Occupation? Writer. Shen Qianqian asked routine questions, quickly filling out the information on the interrogation form. Then, she raised her eyes to Lin Chuan, Lin Chuan, I ask you, what crime have you committed? Lin Chuan had a bitter face, I dont know! If I knew, I would have confessed! Shen Qianqians face was expressionless, with a kind of cold beauty, Have you recently published any novel works? Lin Chuans heart skipped a beat, Yes. On which website? Sailing Novel. What is the name of the work? Swindler. Shen Qianqian immediately presented the relevant evidence, On the Sailing Novel Website, your pen name is Mr. Lin, and you have a work titled Swindler with a length of 1.026 million characters, edited by Youyou, book number BC324802. Is this correct? Lin Chuan nodded, Its correct. Shen Qianqian, Is Swindler written by you personally, with no ghostwriter involved? Yes, Lin Chuan honestly answered. Doubts began to surface in Lin Chuans mind: How could publishing an innocent novel be illegal? Shen Qianqian took a breath, pursing her lips, Lin Chuan, you are hereby informed that you may be suspected of teaching criminal methods. Huh? Lin Chuan was shocked; his whole being became completely dumbfounded. Teaching criminal methods? Officer Shen, can you tell me what criminal methods have been taught? Lin Chuan couldnt help but ask. Cheating Techniques. Lin Chuan frowned, I admit, the depiction of cheating techniques in the book is indeed detailed, but does that constitute teaching criminal methods? Shen Qianqian thought for a moment and then said, If it were just like that, it wouldnt necessarily constitute the crime of teaching criminal methods. However, if you deliberately use a novel format to teach cheating techniques, teach people how to gamble, and profit from it, thats a different matter! In reality, indeed there were people who had been jailed for profiting from teaching cheating techniques and instructing others in gambling. Lin Chuan, ???? Which genius reader is this, learning cheating techniques from a novel? After some serious thought, Lin Chuan began to defend himself: Officer Shen, the art of cheating, how many people, even with hands-on teaching from a master and decades of practice, have still failed to master it? My novel was just published; it hasnt even been 48 hours, how could anyone possibly have mastered it from that? Shen Qianqians brow furrowed slightly, as if in thought, You seem very knowledgeable about swindlers, are you one yourself? Lin Chuans vision darkened, ???? Such a novel train of thought! Done for, he had implicated himself as well. Please answer my question, Shen Qianqian spoke again. Lin Chuan hurriedly shook his head, emphatically denying it, No! Ive never participated in gambling, nor have I ever been to a casino. If you are not a swindler, why do you know so much about cheating techniques and describe them so meticulously in your novel? Shen Qianqian pressed on. Lin Chuan earnestly replied, As a professional writer, whenever I write about a new profession, I conduct extensive research and search for relevant materials. Certainly, I cant just outright say, I have a cheat, can I? Chapter 15 - Chapter 15: Chapter 15 King of Cheating? Chapter 15: Chapter 15 King of Cheating? Your case is a bit special, Shen Qianqian nodded, Well need to wait for a professional to arrive before we can make a judgement. Until then, we have to temporarily detain you. Lin Chuan felt a tightness in his chest. What misfortune! Shen Qianqian personally took him into the detention room. Lin Chuan looked at the row upon row of iron cell doors in the detention room, behind which were narrow, dark chambers, their grey walls marked with conspicuous warning signs. Those frequently detained knew that there were no windows in the detention rooms, making it very stifling and oppressive, with the air quite foul. Because, more often than not, there was more than one person being detained inside. Such was the situation Lin Chuan faced. Inside the detention room. Lin Chuan glanced around and saw seven or eight men, all looking downcast. Some had scarred faces and looked fierce and threatening, others were punk kids with spiky hair, and there was also Landlord Old Zhang! Old Zhang also spotted Lin Chuan, Lin Chuan, how did you end up here? Old Zhang, how come youre in here, too? Lin Chuan was surprised. The two met, and there was a sort of hometown folks meeting each other, tears streaming down their faces feeling. No one would have thought that one day, a landlord and his tenant would become cellmates! Alas Old Zhang pulled Lin Chuan over to a corner to sit down, sighing deeply. Lin Chuan laughed, Old Zhang, you didnt go gambling again, did you? He had only been caught a couple of days ago, and here he was again. Dont remind me. Old Zhang squatted against the grey wall, waving his hand, Got the gambling itch, thought Id take a walk in the casino, and just happened to run into the comrades from the police, ended up directly here. Lin Chuan sighed, Ah gambling is harmful indeed! Isnt that the truth! Old Zhang, still shaken, touched his five fingers on his right hand, recalling how he nearly had his fingers chopped off for swindling, Lin Chuan, how did you get in here? Thats a long story, Lin Chuan felt deflated as well. Old Zhang put his arm around Lin Chuans shoulders, showing great camaraderie, Kid, Ive always seen you as a straight shooter. Dont tell me it was for a delivery girl showing up? Lin Chuan shook his head, I wouldnt dare. What if there was a biochemical crisis or something? What did you do? Old Zhang was curious. Lin Chuan looked up at a 45-degree angle, his expression melancholic, I wrote myself into my book. Ah? Old Zhangs mouth fell open in surprise. It was the first time hed ever heard of someone writing themselves into the police station. That piqued his curiosity even more. Old Zhang asked eagerly, Was what you wrote a serious novel? Im a serious person, of course, I wrote a serious novel, Lin Chuan said with a bitter face. A serious novel then how did you get arrested? Old Zhang asked. Lin Chuan recounted, The officers said I was guilty of instructing in criminal methods. I reckon a reader reported me. If I ever find out who got me captured, Ill tear him apart! Old Zhang patted Lin Chuans shoulder, fully agreeing, Right, tear him apart. I really hate these types of people, no sense of brotherhood at all! Sigh The two shared a feeling of being fellow sufferers, and they sighed again. Meanwhile. At the Anling City Police Stations Public Security Squad, someone was already reading and analyzing Lin Chuans Swindler, extracting the sections concerning cheating techniques. Just then. A middle-aged man in a suit and with a balding head entered the police station. Captain Li Bing, with a beaming smile, shook his hand, Expert Chen, theres a case that needs your expertise. Expert Chen chuckled, Captain Li, its my duty. This Expert Chen, Chen Ming, was a famous anti-gambling expert from Anling City, a master of Cheating Techniques, and had done much public welfare anti-gambling propaganda for Anling City. This case is a bit special. Ill have Officer Shen explain the details to you, Li Bing said with a smile, Thank you for your trouble, Officer Shen. Shen Qianqian smiled and then detailed Lin Chuans case. After listening, Chen Ming said, Using novels to teach Cheating Techniques? Shen Qianqian nodded, Yes. Chen Ming shook his head and laughed, Thats hardly possible. Each Cheating Technique is extremely difficult to master. Just like when I was an apprentice, despite my masters personal guidance, it still took me ten years to be considered proficient, and only then did I dedicate myself to public welfare against gambling. Based solely on the text of a novel, its very difficult to pass on Cheating Techniques. You might have misunderstood that author. Chen Ming didnt make his statement too definitive. But clearly, this was practically an impossibility. Cheating Techniques arent something anyone can learn. Nor is it something everyone can master. There are plenty of video tutorials, pictorial instructions, and even in-person teachings available online, yet they all struggle to produce a true master of Cheating Techniques. Modern swindlers rely more on technological gadgets to cheat and commit fraud. Passing on Cheating Techniques through a novel? Impossible! Shen Qianqian and Li Bing exchanged glances, then said, However, someone learned a bit of Cheating Techniques from the novel. Chen Mings brows furrowed into a Chuan shape, May I take a look at the novel? The group immediately huddled together, pulling up the descriptions of Cheating Techniques from Lin Chuans novel. For dice of the same material, the force determines the volume of the sound, but different pips determine the sounds of the collisions. Take ordinary dice, for example Hehe~ Upon seeing the first part about the auditory Cheating Techniques with dice, Chen Ming merely gave a faint smile, This is just a beginners level auditory dice technique. Shen Qianqian pointed to the next section. Heres his description of card Cheating Techniques. Chen Ming looked intently. Holding the cards in the left hand, when dealing them, use the left thumb to push out the corner of the top card, covering the next one with the top right corner of the deck, then with the middle finger of the right hand, gently pull out the bottom card, acting swiftly while simultaneously Hiss! Chen Mings brows tightened slightly, his condescending attitude waning. I must say, the author has some neat tricks up his sleeve. This part describes the card controlling technique of Poker Cheating Techniques quite accurately. Shen Qianqian raised an eyebrow. Could Lin Chuan really know Cheating Techniques? Lock-picking and now Cheating Techniques as well? Youre too much! And you claim to be a legitimate writer? Pah! There are many more descriptions of Poker Cheating Techniques here. The relevant staff continuously presented excerpts from the novel. Shen Qianqian, Li Bing, and Chen Ming all stared intently at the screen. Hide the good cards in the palm of your hand beforehand, and when its time to cut the deck, let someone else do it, creating the illusion that the deck was never touched After dealing the cards, conceal the original deck beneath the good cards, and when revealing your hand, dont just toss the cards down but gently place them in the pile, with skill and technique The more the anti-gambling expert Chen Ming read, the graver his expression became. Any initial condescension had completely vanished. He couldnt help but inhale sharply. The descriptions of Cheating Techniques in this book were meticulously detailed. But what shocked Chen Ming even more was that some of the Cheating Techniques mentioned were beyond even his knowledge! Chen Ming made his judgment! Captain Li, the author of this book is undoubtedly a master of Cheating Techniques! The King of Cheating! Chapter 16 - Chapter 16: Chapter 16: Impossible to Wash Clean, Simply Impossible! Chapter 16: Chapter 16: Impossible to Wash Clean, Simply Impossible! The King of Cheating? Shen Qianqians brows furrowed slightly, her clear and bright eyes filled with astonishment. Even though she had arrested numerous suspects and was used to big scenes, her heart couldnt help but be tumultuously moved at this moment. After two interrogations, she could not claim to be unfamiliar with Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan, 24 years old, a university graduate for one year, living in the dilapidated rental of Happiness Community in City East District, making a living by writing books, with poor sales, and no more than 5000 yuan in his bank account. How could such a person be the King of Cheating that Chen Ming talked about? Team Leader Li Bing saw Shen Qianqians doubts and said to Chen Ming, Expert Chen, the author of this novel is still a young kid. Chen Mings gaze sharpened, and he said in surprise, A young kid? Yes. Shen Qianqian nodded. This case is indeed very special, Chen Ming mused, not daring to make a hasty conclusion. Li Bing, as the head of the public security team, was experienced and immediately made a decision, The three of us will unite for the interrogation, to probe the reality of this young kid! Shen Qianqian and Chen Ming both nodded. Start the interrogation immediately! SqueakC The heavy iron prison door emitted a long frictional sound, and the seven or eight people inside the detention room immediately looked towards the door. Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan turned his head to look, Shen Qianqian stood straight and smooth, her fair and delicate face exceptionally eye-catching even outside the dim detention room. Landlord Old Zhang nudged Lin Chuan, Theyve come to interrogate you. Cooperate well, and strive for lenient treatment. Lin Chuan smiled helplessly. Shen Qianqian led the way in front, with Lin Chuan following behind. Walking through the stern corridor, turning two corners, and crossing the yard, Lin Chuan came to the familiar interrogation room once again. As soon as Lin Chuan entered, he saw two people sitting upright at the front of the interrogation room. It was the head of the public security team, Li Bing, and the anti-gambling expert, Chen Ming. Their scrutinizing gaze settled on Lin Chuan and did not move away. Under their intense gaze, Lin Chuan felt as if he was being seen right through. He was almost experiencing an acute bout of awkwardness. Lin Chuan also stole a glance at Li Bing and Chen Ming. Li Bing had thick eyebrows and large eyes, with wheat-colored skin, exuding righteousness. Chen Ming, slightly portly, gave Lin Chuan a very familiar feeling. Like a swindler. But he didnt have time to think it over much, as the interrogation began as soon as he sat down. This interrogation. Team Leader Li Bing took the lead, with Shen Qianqian as the assistant. Chen Ming, as a special case assistant, was allowed to assist in the interrogation. With his square face, Li Bings voice was very solid as he asked right away, Lin Chuan, are you a swindler? Lin Chuan immediately denied it, shaking his head like a rattle drum, No! Do you know any cheating techniques? Li Bing asked again. No Lin Chuan paused, Uh, I should know a little bit. If he said he didnt know any cheating techniques, this police uncle would definitely not believe him. The little room was ice-cold, and the atmosphere very stern. Li Bing continued, Lin Chuan, in your book Swindler, there are detailed descriptions of cheating techniques; is this true? It is. Shen Qianqian presented the relevant materials in front of Lin Chuan, who nodded in acknowledgment. Li Bings expression remained stern, his authority unwavering, Upon investigation, these descriptions of cheating techniques contain quite a few instructional segments. We suspect that through your novel, you aim to teach criminal methods to others; is this true? There have been instances where people have used novels to leak important secrets. In the end, they turned out to be spies. Good heavens! Modern methods of crime are ever-evolving. Li Bing suspected that Lin Chuans case was very similar. Lin Chuans face turned pale, and he shook his head like a rattle-drum, Officer, thats not true! Just because my writing is detailed doesnt mean you can pin the crime on me. I never thought someone could learn cheating techniques from these words; that was not my intention! Lin Chuan had thought about this argument for a long time in the detention room. Who would have thought? Someone could learn cheating skills from a novel! Li Bing waved his hand dismissively and said, When it comes to illegal and criminal activities, we rely on evidence. Upon investigation, the account Arrogant Zhang tipped you with two Alliance Leaders Treasure Chests, worth 2,000 yuan, is that so? Lin Chuans heart tightened. Arrogant Zhang? Is he that genius reader who learned cheating techniques in just a day or two? He tipped me 2,000 yuan, and he also learned cheating techniques. So, what is this 2,000 yuan considered? Tuition? Ah, this Its over, I cant explain this away! Is that so? Li Bing repeated. Yes. Lin Chuan shrank his neck slightly, his voice a few notches weaker, his gaze a few shades dimmer. After he practiced the cheating techniques, he went to the underground casino and gambled with cheating skills Li Bing roughly outlined Old Zhangs illegal activities. Therefore, we have ample reason to suspect that you are teaching criminal methods to others through your novel. After hearing this, Lin Chuan slumped back. His whole demeanor wilted. According to the officers reasoning, Arrogant Zhang paid 2,000 yuan in tuition, learned cheating techniques from me, and then ran to the casino the next day to gamble and defraud with those skills. Its a closed loop! Lin Chuan forced himself to calm down and mustered all his energy to explain, Officer, I only publish novels to make some money. I dont even know Arrogant Zhang. For me, tipping an Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest is an acknowledgment of my work, not tuition! Li Bing smiled, You dont know him, do you? I dont, no! Lin Chuan gave a definite answer. Shen Qianqian looked steadfastly at Lin Chuan and retorted, Lin Chuan, he is your landlord, and you were just with him in the detention room; how could you possibly not know each other? Ah? Lin Chuans eyes popped, his pupils shook, he was completely flabbergasted. Landlord Old Zhang? Old Zhang, oh Old Zhang, youve doomed me, now the logic is completely closed off. Cant wash it clean, absolutely cant wash it clean! Huh? Wait a minute, thats not right! Lin Chuan suddenly had a flash of inspiration and immediately countered, Officer, I didnt know beforehand that Arrogant Zhang was Landlord Old Zhang, and lets assume for a moment that I indeed wanted to teach Old Zhang cheating techniques, why would I do it through writing? We are in the same community, face-to-face teaching would be far more convenient, wouldnt it? Why would I choose the most difficult method, through the written word in a novel, to teach? Team leader Li Bing and Shen Qianqian exchanged glances, then fell silent. Clearly, there was some sense in what Lin Chuan said. Seizing the opportunity, Lin Chuan composed himself. He needed to prove his innocence! Lin Chuan looked at the three people across the interrogation table, and his gaze finally rested on Chen Ming. Chen Ming gave Lin Chuan the impression of a swindler. A swindler sitting beside the officers, assisting in the interrogation, must be a person involved in anti-gambling efforts. Thats right! The starting point of the novel The Swindler is to oppose gambling! Lin Chuans face broke into a smile and said, Actually, I wrote this million-word swindler novel with another purpose in mind. Shen Qianqians eyes flickered with a trace of surprise, What purpose? Lin Chuan said with righteous indignation, his face serious, Officer, I hope to use this novel to expose the scams of cheating techniques and promote the purpose of anti-gambling! Chapter 17 - Chapter 17: Chapter 17 You Can’t Leave Yet! Chapter 17: Chapter 17 You Cant Leave Yet! The three people in front of the interrogation table were all startled. Lin Chuans move caught all three by surprise. It was completely unexpected! He was full of suspicion for teaching methods of committing crime, but now he claimed to be an anti-gambling advocate? What the Inside the interrogation room, the atmosphere suddenly turned a bit strange. Li Bing said with suspicion, You have not yet cleared yourself of the suspicion of teaching methods of committing crime. As for anti-gambling, it also requires evidence. How can you prove that your novel is promoting anti-gambling? The tone of the public security captain softened a bit. Shen Qianqian slightly furrowed her brows, wanting to hear how Lin Chuan would defend himself. After thinking for a moment, Lin Chuan explained, Officer, please look at the beginning of my novel. It makes it clear from the very start that this is an anti-gambling and anti-fraud novel. The three looked at each other, then immediately focused their attention on the opening of Lin Chuans novel. I am a swindler. I am the king who turns the sky and earth on the gambling table. Once, I made a fortune overnight. Once, my wife left and I lost my children. I want to use a swindlers life to convey to you the simplest principle. The moment you sit down at the gambling table, youve already lost your life. Nine out of ten bets involve cheating! Ten out of ten bets result in losses! Not gambling, that is the true winner. Shen Qianqian pondered, then looked at Lin Chuan, Indeed, your opening is trying to persuade people not to gamble. Lin Chuan nodded, Please continue reading further. They turned the page and entered into the story. My surname is Lin, nameless; for now, lets call me Mr. Lin. My father was a gambler. At the age of seven, he was hacked to death on the street, leaving no last words. I hid in an alley and witnessed it all. The three of them read Swindler together. Lin Chuan, assuming the role of a commentator, explained and simultaneously cleared his own suspicions: Mr. Lins father was hacked to death on the street because of gambling, subtly indicating the dangers of gambling. Mr. Lins master met a bad end due to grudges in the gambling den. Mr. Lins first love was shot dead in the casino. Later, Mr. Lin did make money through cheating techniques, but he lived every day in fear, with countless enemies. His wife couldnt stand such a life and took their son to a distant place, never to be found again. In the end, he surrendered himself to the police station and was sentenced to eighteen years in prison. After being released, he devoted himself to anti-gambling charity work. It might seem like just the great ups and downs of Mr. Lins life, but if you ponder carefully, it becomes clear that this is a true reflection of every gamblers life. From the confusion over his fathers death to entering the world of swindling, what seemed to be a rise in life was actually opening Pandoras box, until he finally came to a realization. Lin Chuan spoke with sincerity. The three across from him seemed to be reading a chapter from his own life experiences. Sigh Public security captain Li Bing let out a sigh. Having handled cases for many years, he had seen too many gamblers with broken families and ruined lives. Shen Qianqians beautiful eyes flickered as she stared at Lin Chuan in front of her. His handsome face still appeared somewhat youthful, yet his novel exuded a sense of matured world-weariness. It was quite peculiar. Only Chen Ming, a fellow professional, questioned, Your novel contains a lot of teaching about cheating techniques, how do you explain that? Lin Chuan took a deep breath. Earlier, he had been too nervous. Inside the interrogation room, the closed space, the gloomy and oppressive atmosphere, the piercing gaze of the police officers conducting the interrogation, he felt immense pressure, afraid of being convicted of a crime. But in fact, he wasnt a suspect and had never committed any illegal criminal acts! My heart is clear, what is there to fear? After Lin Chuan was no longer afraid, his thinking became as sharp as before, and he looked at Chen Ming to reply, This is not teaching of cheating techniques, but an expos of cheating techniques! The three of them were startled. If it was defined as an expos of cheating techniques, then Lin Chuan was not a criminal suspect but actually a public welfare advocate against gambling! Lin Chuan continued to defend himself, Guns, police comrades use them to enforce justice, whereas criminals use them to commit evil. By the same token, as for the expos of cheating techniques, normal people will watch and avoid being cheated, while those with evil intentions will seek to learn and commit fraud. In the end, what prompts them to break the law is not my novel, but their own greed. The cold interrogation room seemed to have become Lin Chuans own stage. However, Lin Chuan did not want the interrogation room to become his stagehe just wanted to leave this dreadful place as quickly as possible. It was not a pleasant memory at all. Instead, it was all a nightmare! Shen Qianqians beautiful eyes twinkled, and she couldnt help but take a few more glances at Lin Chuan. She was persuaded! Especially by the discussion about guns, which resonated deeply with her. She was a bit curious. Was this the thinking of a writer whose books had flopped? And the head of public security, Li Bing, didnt jump to conclusions, his tone had become much more mellow, Lin Chuan, your case is special, we need to consult with relevant legal professionals before we can determine its nature. Then, the interrogation paused. Li Bing, Shen Qianqian, and Chen Ming stepped out of the interrogation room to discuss with the relevant legal team. They also called up the surveillance video of the landlord Old Zhang cheating to analyze it frame by frame. After a full hour. Shen Qianqian pushed open the iron door of the interrogation room, her face was not as stern as it had been originally, appearing gentle and sweet, allowing Lin Chuan to breathe a sigh of relief. Her voice was also soft and tender. Lin Chuan, after careful discussion, your novel Swindlers Life can indeed be seen as an exemplar of exposing cheating techniques and anti-gambling, therefore, you are not suspected of teaching methods of crime, she said. That day, Shen Qianqian showed Lin Chuan a rare bright smile. PhewC Upon hearing this, Lin Chuan heaved a deep sigh of relief. It was not easy! He was almost labeled a criminal suspect! Shen Qianqian laughed again, Lin Chuan, your novel is really quite good. Really? Lin Chuan cracked a big smile. Of course, the staff responsible for reviewing and analyzing all said it was very good! Shen Qianqian nodded. Lin Chuan blinked, Then could I get a full subscription from you? Shen Qianqian was startled, Ah? A full subscription, thank you for your support! Your full subscription is my motivation! Lin Chuan gave a traditional Martial World salute with his hands. Perhaps because Sailing Novel hadnt arranged for a recommendation, or maybe because it clashed with Handons new book King of Cheating in terms of the theme, Lin Chuan had just checked his attribute panel: [Current work: Swindler] [Status: Published.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 103/1000.] The growth rate of the average subscription was too small. Half of it was from old readers subscriptions, and at this rate, when would he reach a thousand average subscriptions, in the Year of the Monkey? Ah He was almost down to eating dirt! Shen Qianqians lips twitched slightly, but she still took out her phone and gave Lin Chuan a big full subscription! [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 104/1000.] Thank you, Officer Shen, Ill be leaving now. Lin Chuan offered another traditional salute and turned to leave. Shen Qianqian stretched out her hand and stopped Lin Chuan, You cant leave yet! Chapter 18 - Chapter 18: Chapter 18 King of Cheating! Chapter 18: Chapter 18 King of Cheating! Officer Shen, havent I been cleared of suspicion? Lin Chuan stopped and looked sideways at the closely-following Shen Qianqian. Although youve been cleared, you possess cheating techniques and still need to be recorded at the police station, to prevent you from using them to deceive! Shen Qianqian said earnestly. Lin Chuans mouth twitched, Do I look like someone who would break the law and commit crimes? This Shen Qianqian slightly lifted her head, seriously taking in Lin Chuans appearance. Standing at 186 cm tall, a half-head taller than her, with handsome facial features that made him look clean and sunnyit didnt seem like he was a criminal suspect. Not really. Shen Qianqian shook her head. Lin Chuan let out a relieved smile. Its all your fault, System! You forced me to experience these professions with heavy sentences like Thief and Swindler, so I could only release related novels. Shen Qianqian cracked a smile, Your skills are quite special, so there must be a corresponding record at the police station. Lin Chuan took a deep breath, resigning himself to the situation. If I have to be recorded, so be it. Its much better to cooperate with the police comrades than to be treated as a criminal suspect! Interrogation rooms, detention cellstheyre really not places for a person to stay. Especially this female officer next to me, at times cold and glamorous, at times sweetso torturous! Are you mentally complaining about me? Shen Qianqian suddenly looked at Lin Chuan, her eyebrows slightly furrowed. Lin Chuan was startled, Why would you ask that? Shen Qianqian wore a strange expression, Intuition. Right now, you must be cursing me inside your head, especially since it was me who arrested you both times. I dont blame you. Lin Chuans words did not match his feelings, but his heart was bitter. Youre aware that youre the one who arrested me, right? Is there any compensation you could give? Like, inviting me to dinner. After being interrogated for most of the day, Im about to faint from hunger. How about this, Ill treat you to dinner tonight. Shen Qianqian smiled beamingly. Lin Chuan was suddenly dumbfounded, looking at Shen Qianqian with a strange expression. Officer Shen, can you read minds? Not happy about it? Shen Qianqian blinked and asked. Lin Chuan nodded repeatedly, Happy, very happy. Shen Qianqians eyes were clear and bright, and she smiled, Theres one more thing. Our Anling Police Station is about to join forces with a video platform to launch an anti-gambling campaign, and we are currently looking for candidates. An anti-gambling campaign? Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow slightly. Shen Qianqian nodded, If youre interested, try to impress us with your skills during your recording later, you might just be chosen. Better not, Im worried about a Martial World Hit Order from the casino bosses. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment and shook his head. Behind the anti-gambling public service campaign lies great danger. Some influential anti-gambling advocates even face death threats from unknown sources. Better to prioritize my safety. Shen Qianqian pursed her lips and said with a smile, You underestimate the power of Anling Police. Not only would they provide a 3,000 yuan subsidy for the anti-gambling advocates, but they would also ensure their safety. However, if youre not interested, then Wait! Lin Chuan raised his hand to interrupt Shen Qianqian, Officer Shen, Ive changed my mind. I must participate in the anti-gambling campaign. Shen Qianqian gave him a suspicious look, Didnt you just mention a fear of a Martial World Hit Order? Officer Shen, since you can ensure my safety, then I am reassured! Lin Chuan declared with unwavering righteousness, his face full of noble intent, Ahem, just to be clear, its not because Im coveting the 3,000 yuan subsidy. I mainly want to see a world without gambling. This anti-gambling campaign, count me in! Shen Qianqians expression grew even more peculiar. Lin Chuan, your change of attitude is way too fast. The Chuan-style face change! Officer Shen, please take me to the recording room, Lin Chuan actively requested to be recorded. Thats 3,000 yuan, after all! Ah, spit, thats the anti-gambling campaign, I should do good deedsits my unshirkable duty! Come with me. Shen Qianqian chuckled dryly. Subsequently. The two proceeded to the recording room for technical registration. Inside the recording room. The Public Security Captain, Li Bing, and the anti-gambling expert, Chen Ming, had been waiting for some time. Lin Chuan, we need you to demonstrate your true level of cheating techniques, Captain Li Bing got straight to the point without beating around the bush. Alright. Lin Chuan nodded. Please take a seat. Li Bing gestured for Lin Chuan to sit down, Officer Shen, you sit too. All four sat around the table. The anti-gambling expert, Chen Ming, opened a new, sealed deck of playing cards, then expertly shuffled several times before placing it in front of Lin Chuan: Let me introduce myself, Chen Ming, I work in the public welfare anti-gambling field, how would you like to play? Lin Chuan replied, Anything is fine. Then lets play Zha Jinhua, Chen Ming said with a smile. Lin Chuan picked up the deck of cards, didnt shuffle, and began to deal directly. Starting with himself, he dealt three cards to each player, four players in total. Lets just reveal our hands. Lin Chuan said with a smile. Li Bing was the first to flip over his three playing cards, three Qs. Shen Qianqian revealed hers, three Ks. Chen Ming frowned slightly, and after a deep look at Lin Chuan, he flipped over his own cards: three As. All three had three of a kind! At this point, Lin Chuan smiled and turned over his cards. The three cards were a 2, a 3, and a 5. The 235 is the smallest hand in Zha Jinhua, but it can beat a three of a kind! At this time, Li Bing and Shen Qianqian both looked towards the anti-gambling expert sitting opposite Lin Chuan, Chen Ming, as if by some unspoken agreement. Chen Ming was the dealer. Lin Chuan had not shuffled the cards; he had dealt them directly, and there were no suspicious moves noticed during the dealing. How then had he managed to beat three players with one hand? Both Li Bing and Shen Qianqian wanted to know the secret behind it. Chen Mings face darkened, his brows partially furrowed, Your card switching is very fast, so fast that there are no flaws, but what I dont understand is, how did you know the order of the cards I shuffled? This anti-gambling expert was also a master of cheating techniques. With Chen Ming shuffling, taking Lin Chuan as the dealer, Lin Chuan would have had a three of kind Kings, Li Bing a three of Queens, Shen Qianqian a three of Jacks. And he, a three of Aces. But Lin Chuan didnt shuffle, yet he managed to change the order of Chen Mings deal and even dealt a 235 to beat three three of a kind hands. This was completely beyond Chen Mings expectations. Lin Chuan smiled faintly, You shuffled five times, the first three times interlace shuffles, the last two overhand shuffles, but after each shuffle, the order of the cards stuck in my mind. Both Li Bing and Shen Qianqian were startled. To memorize the order of 52 cards in his head, to deal whichever he wanted without revealing any flaws. Was this the level of Lin Chuans cheating techniques? Shall we continue? Lin Chuan looked towards the anti-gambling expert Chen Ming and asked. Chen Ming took a deep breath, acknowledging that he had met a tough opponent today, and gritted his teeth, Lets! But his initial assessment of Lin Chuan was not at all mistaken. King of Cheating! Lin Chuan lived up to this title. Whether Lin Chuan or Chen Ming dealt the cards, Lin Chuan was able to consistently crush Chen Ming, without exception. Chen Mings expression was very ugly, close to shutting down! Shen Qianqian was seated below Lin Chuan. She looked sideways at Lin Chuan, and at this moment, Lin Chuan was completely different from what she knew. His demeanor had changed! Lin Chuan became confident, it was a kind of absolute confidence in controlling the whole situation. After more than a dozen rounds, Lin Chuan won them all. At this moment, Lin Chuan looked towards Li Bing and Shen Qianqian and said with a smile, Comrades of the police, may I take that three thousand Err, may I participate in the anti-gambling campaign? Chapter 19 - Chapter 19: Chapter 19: Inside Information Chapter 19: Chapter 19: Inside Information Inside the filing room. Li Bing glanced at Chen Ming who was being suppressed by Lin Chuan and laughed heartily, Comrade Lin Chuan, thank you for being willing to contribute to Anlings anti-gambling efforts. Its my duty to do so. Lin Chuan said with full righteousness, By the way, may I make a small request? Please, go ahead. Public Security Captain Li Bing asked. I hope that in the anti-gambling publicity, in addition to introducing my identity as an anti-gambling campaigner, my identity as a writer could also be introduced, along with a link to my novel Swindler. This should have an even better promotional effect, Lin Chuan explained. Of course! Li Bing nodded with a smile, Your novel can serve as a benchmark for exposing cheating techniques, allowing more people to see it is also a form of anti-gambling! Right, thats what I also think! Lin Chuan nodded seriously, adding his voice. [Current work: Swindler.] [Status: Launched.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 104/1000.] The Popularity Value of Swindler was too low right now; he had to figure out ways to attract readers himself. This joint anti-gambling publicity with Anling Police Stations video platform was the perfect opportunity. If the publicity effect was good, the Average Subscription should see a significant increase. Oh right, there was also a 3000 yuan labor subsidy. Two birds with one stone! Immediately, Lin Chuan quickly wrote down a series of numbers on the back of a playing card and handed it to Li Bing. What is this? Li Bing asked, puzzled as he looked at the Morse code. Lin Chuan smiled, Thats my payment account. When the time comes, the labor subsidy can be transferred directly into my account. Li Bing and Shen Qianqian smiled at each other, No problem! The anti-gambling publicity matters were settled quickly, scheduled for the night after next. The filing went smoothly too. When Lin Chuan stepped out of the police station, it was already nearing dusk. In the western sky, the fish-scale-like clouds reflected streaks of golden light, adding a touch of dreamy color. Birds flew back to their nests, their sporadic chirping mixed with the sound of traffic on the roads, becoming peaceful in the remaining glow of the sunset. At the entrance of the police station. Lin Chuan took a deep breath. At that moment, a figure came sprinting over. It was Old Wang. The moment Old Wang saw Lin Chuan come out, he rushed over and gave Lin Chuan a big hug, Old Lin, you finally came out, if you hadnt come out, I would have You would have what? Lin Chuan asked with a smile. Old Wang chuckled and whispered into Lin Chuans ear, I would have made it with Qiqi. Lin Chuan was taken aback, ??? Your brother is almost turned into a criminal suspect, and youre romancing outside? Old Wang chuckled and said, Thanks to Qiqis friend arresting you and making you squat in the station, I had plenty of time and space alone with Qiqi, you know what I mean. You forget your friends at the sight of beauty. Lin Chuan turned to walk away. Old Wang grinned and said, Old Lin, just kidding, Officer Shen already sent a message briefly explaining your situation to Qiqi while you were filing, so we didnt need to worry. She also said she would treat us to a meal. Youve known her for half a day, and youre already on a first-name basis, Lin Chuan remarked with amazement. Old Wang grinned, You can tell youve never been in love; Qiqi is also in the same profession, we hit it off quite well, it was hate at first sight that we didnt meet sooner. Who hasnt been in love? Lin Chuan retorted, Have I had fewer romances? How many have you had? A soft voice reached Lin Chuans ears. Lin Chuan extended his right hand, spreading out all five fingers, Cant even count on one hand Huh? Officer Shen, how did you get here? Of course, its to treat you to dinner as my way of apologizing, Shen Qianqian replied with a beaming smile, batting her eyes, her curved eyelashes like a slender crescent moon, Just curious, how many exactly have you dated? Gossip is second nature, and Officer Shen was no exception. Lin Chuans mouth twitched slightly, his hand awkwardly retracting, Uh, Officer Shen, thats not within the range of information required for the record. Old Wang on the side laughed, Officer Shen, Old Lin has never had a girlfriend, hes always home writing books, hes seen very few girls, where would he get a girlfriend from? I can tell. Shen Qianqian laughed along too. At this moment, Shen Qianqian was back in casual wear, in a fresh little white dress outlining her slender waist, the hem falling to reveal a stretch of her fair calf. It was a completely different aura to when she was in her police uniform. Sweet, gentle. Then, a Mercedes-Benz GLC stopped in front of the three of them. The driver was none other than Old Wangs blind date. Get in. Xue Qiqi held the steering wheel, sporting sunglasses, looking lively and cool. Shen Qianqian took the passenger seat. Lin Chuan murmured into Old Wangs ear, Is Xue Qiqi really one of us? Yes! Shes in female-oriented fiction, sold quite a few rights, Old Wang whispered back. Lin Chuan suddenly realized, no wonder Shen Qianqian thought authors make good money. Looks like youre planning to live off a woman. Lin Chuan joked again. Old Wang coughed, Im also someone holding great masterpieces, how can it be called living off a woman? Impressive. Lin Chuan gave a thumbs up. Shen Qianqian had booked a music restaurant. Inside the restaurant, blue lights flickered, casting a glow on the art paintings hung on the walls. An antique vinyl record player spun slowly, playing a vintage folk song, cozy and romantic. The four of them sat by the window. Xue Qiqi was curious about Lin Chuan being taken in for questioning, Lin Chuan, how did you end up being arrested by Qianqian as a criminal suspect? Lin Chuans face was full of bitterness, Let Officer Shen explain. Shen Qianqian smiled lightly, her rosy lips parting slightly, It wasnt an arrest, it was a summons. The reason I had to summon Lin Chuan has an irresistible cause, a very large cause, which has to do with the books he writes. Writing books? Xue Qiqi, also a writer, became even more curious upon hearing this. Shen Qianqian nodded, sharing the story of how Lin Chuan had been mistaken as a criminal suspect and summoned twice. Lin Chuan, you really are full of surprises, Xue Qiqi complimented, giving Lin Chuan a thumbs up. Some people, on the surface, are failed writers, but in reality, they are locksmiths, they are swindlers! Amazing! Lin Chuan waved his hands, smiling, Its all a misunderstanding. The three writers naturally steered the conversation towards novels. Xue Qiqi spoke earnestly, However, your Swindler coincided with Handon and Hongmei, two authors with tens of thousands of average subscriptions, and you were at a big disadvantage in terms of recommendations. Lin Chuan deeply agreed, Indeed. Actually, theres some insider news, Xue Qiqi said slowly. What insider news? Lin Chuan and Old Wang were both curious. Xue Qiqi paused for a moment before dropping a bombshell. Sailing Novel will select recent releases for a Heroes Compete event, that is, vying for the first place, with specific rewards unknown. Although its called Heroes Compete, everyone knows its actually The Two Heroes battle, specially prepared for Handon and Hongmei, the two authors with tens of thousands of average subscriptions. Other books might just be cannon fodder. This event should be announced in the next couple of days, Lin Chuan, you should be prepared. Chapter 20 - Chapter 20: Chapter 20 No good, no good! Chapter 20: Chapter 20 No good, no good! The restaurant was bathed in a soft blue light. Lin Chuans face darkened. As the Two Heroes vied for supremacy, I ended up as cannon fodder. Dammit, its the Innate Losers Holy Body after all! Old Wang patted Lin Chuan on the shoulder and laughed, Qiqi, Handons new book is called King of Cheating, and Lin Chuans book is called Swindler. Xue Qiqis mouth dropped open slightly, a look of surprise appearing on her face, and she immediately gave Lin Chuan a thumbs up: Hell-level difficulty. Shen Qianqian sat aside, took a sip of orange juice, and pondered thoughtfully. Although she wasnt a writer, she could roughly understand the challenges Lin Chuan faced. She pursed her lips, smiled, and asked, Is there any way to get some recommendations? Old Wang laughed, Yes, recommended chapters. Xue Qiqi nodded and joined in, You can also pay bloggers to promote your book and bring in traffic. Lin Chuan subconsciously reached for his pocket, finding it empty. Alas! Fortune is fickle, life is full of hardships! Chuan, with a tiny life and an innate loser, has no avenues for recommendation, yet alongside those with ten thousand orders, he harbors the ambition to ascend to greatness and yearns for the lofty breezes. Damn Lin Chuan smiled, the look of defeat fleeting from his face: A thousand orders, and Ill be satisfied. After reaching a thousand orders, he could once again embark on a new professional life experience. If the options are there, one must give it a shot, right? Shen Qianqian smiled gently and encouraged, I have a feeling that this novel of yours will far exceed a thousand orders. Lin Chuan gratefully smiled, Then I will have to borrow your auspicious words. His gaze fell upon Shen Qianqian, who was sitting across from him. Under the pale blue light of the restaurant, it reflected on Shen Qianqians fair and delicate face, her features beautifully outlined, her sparkling eyes and white teeth, and the corners of her mouth curved in a subtle smile. Ahem. Old Wang coughed lightly, subtly nudging Lin Chuan, Old Lin, the food is here. Lin Chuan turned his head and gave a sheepish laugh. About an hour later. After Lin Chuan and Wang Zikai saw the two girls drive off, the two men strolled along the Anling River, enjoying the breeze. The night was as dark as ink, spreading out over the tranquil Anling River, turning the whole river black. The high-rise buildings on the riverbank shimmered with lights, like stars fallen to earth. A gentle breeze wafted by and the silvery moonlight mingled with the colorful neon, weaving sparkling ripples across the river. You and Xue Qiqi seem to get along quite well, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Maybe my good looks scored me some points, Wang Zikai said with a grin, laughing heartily. Lin Chuan took a careful look at Old Wang and agreed wholeheartedly, The good looks are indeed there, almost catching up to mine. Get out of here. Old Wang laughed mockingly, then spoke seriously, But seriously, I really like girls like Qiqi. Xue Qiqi is a fellow writer, pretty, lively, and crucially, shes rich. Who wouldnt like her? Lin Chuan recounted, counting off on his fingers. I think youre more into the police flower, Old Wang chuckled teasingly. Thats something you cant just blurt out! Lin Chuan immediately shook his head. From all aspects, Officer Shen is quite good, gentle, with a pleasant voice, and just now you were staring at her quite intently, Old Wang said with a smile. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, What you see now is only her sweet temperament. You havent seen her cool and detached demeanor, so youre making a mistaken judgement. What sweet and cool temperament? Old Wang looked puzzled. Lin Chuan gave a wry smile, Dont let her gentle and bright demeanor fool you, shes as sweet as a first love, but in the interrogation room, its not like that. Whats it like in the interrogation room? Old Wang inquired. Lin Chuan recalled being interrogated, In the interrogation room, Officer Shen has a cool and detached air that can be quite oppressive. I was almost out of breath at the time. Thats just a psychological effect, nothing to do with Officer Shen, Old Wang laughed. Lin Chuan shook his head. Old Wang patted Lin Chuan on the shoulder, revealing a meaningful smile, Really, you could consider Officer Shen. Huh? Lin Chuan widened his eyes, Youre suggesting I consider Officer Shen? Yes! Old Wang nodded. Lin Chuan couldnt help but give a wry smile, Whats the use of me considering it one-sidedly? When it comes to looks, Shen Qianqian is as beautiful as any actress with makeup on, and when it comes to temperament, sometimes shes sweet and gentle, sometimes shes a cool and commanding beauty, able to switch between the two with ease. And indeed, she is very beautiful. But! It doesnt matter if I consider her when she doesnt even spare me a glance. Lin Chuan was quite self-aware. The budding affections of ones school days can overlook many factors. But once you leave school, reality sets in. For most ordinary people, romance is built on material foundations. But what about him? A struggling writer, completely unaccomplished. Besides being handsome, there arent many other commendable qualities to speak of. The survival skills he finally acquired through a stroke of luck: Theft, Cheating Techniques, but these quick-money methods are already written up in the criminal code. If he actually used these skills to make a fortune, hed just be increasing Shen Qianqians performance. Whats more. Apart from interrogations, he and Shen Qianqian had no other interactions. The two of them live in entirely different worlds. Its not just a case of being out of reach; not even eight hundred poles could hook them together. Alas Lin Chuan shook his head, thinking instead about how to promote anti-gambling, and to take this opportunity to endorse Swindler. Ring ring ringC At that moment, Lin Chuans phone rang. Hello, whos this? Lin Chuan answered the call from the unidentified number. A sweet, glutinous voice came from the phone: Lin Chuan, its me, Shen Qianqian. Theres drama. Old Wang muttered under his breath, giving Lin Chuan a meaningful look. Ignoring Old Wang, Lin Chuan confessed proactively, Officer Shen, Im just walking by the Anling River with Old Wang right now, not doing anything illegal! Shen Qianqian laughed like a silver bell, Lin Chuan, youre overthinking it, Im not out to catch you! As long as youre not catching me, thats good. Lin Chuan heaved a sigh of relief, dreading that Shen Qianqian might suddenly turn around and drag him back to the police station for another round of intense interrogation. That would be torture! My fingerprint lock is unresponsive, can you come over and take a look? Shen Qianqian asked, No locksmiths are accepting jobs at this time. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, Add me on V and I can guide you on how to open it through video. Okay. Shen Qianqian hung up the call. Officer Shen is asking you to help her with the lock, why arent you going? Old Wang listened on the side, with an expression like he was frustrated at Lin Chuans lack of initiative. Lin Chuan retorted, A video guide is sufficient, why need to go in person? Ah, youre missing a great opportunity!+ Old Wang looked at the hapless Lin Chuan, This is a chance for you to build rapport with Officer Shen. Think about it, this late at night, Officer Shen cant get into her house, and you dash over to help her with the lock, how could her impression of you not improve? Isnt this how they write it in the novels? I know, Lin Chuan smiled. Then why wont you go? Old Wang asked. Lin Chuan turned his head to look at the colorful Anling River, saying with a laugh, Im barely managing to keep myself alive, how could I have the terrifying thought of dating? No way, no way! Chapter 21 - Chapter 21: Chapter 21 Who is the true Gambling King? Chapter 21: Chapter 21 Who is the true Gambling King? March 15th, Friday. Dawns light streamed through the window onto the narrow confines of the rented room, the early spring breeze carrying a hint of freshness that wafted into Lin Chuans nostrils. Lin Chuan had gotten up early. His editor Youyou, had sent him a link. The Heroes Compete event has started, come join! The Sailing Novel March Champion could be you! As expected, the event has arrived. Lin Chuan clicked on the link, which took him to the Sailing Novel app. Event rules: All new books released after March 1st are eligible for the Heroes Compete event. Rankings will ultimately be based on the Popularity Value of the works Event duration: March 15thCMarch 20th. Event rewards: First prize, a cash reward of 50,000 yuan, exclusive website recommendations, IP rights development, video platform promotion to drive traffic Lin Chuan continued to scroll down the page. No.1: King of Cheating (Handon) No.2: Number One Sword Immortal (Hongmei) No.3: Urban Soldier King (Love the Kingdom More Than the Beauty) No.296: Swindler (Mr. Lin) This event was highly unlikely to be related to Lin Chuan. What a grind! Lin Chuan scratched his head, laughing dryly. Today was the day he had arranged with Anling Police Station to make an anti-gambling campaign; he prepared to leave for the station. Just before leaving. Lin Chuan pinched his chin and thought of landlord Old Zhang who was still detained at the station. He mumbled, I should also spread the word to the brothers in the reader group to prevent them from going to gamble after reading Swindler. Ah its tough doing any job these days. Me, a writer, actually has to worry about readers committing crimes after reading my book, damn it! But his actions were honest. His hands maneuvered his phone, opened the reader group, and sent out the anti-gambling campaign live broadcast notice and relevant links. And he added the message: Brothers, remember to come watch the live broadcast, dont stray off the path! It wasnt 30 seconds before readers replied. [Author, how come you havent surfaced for so many days? Did you go in again?] [Author, are you just getting out now?] [Let me say one thing, why is this link for anti-gambling propaganda, author?] [I was puzzled too, shouldnt it be about Cheating Techniques teaching?] [Author, if youre handcuffed and its difficult to type, just send a smiley face. ] Lin Chuan couldnt help but laugh. This group of readers had more outrageous things to say than the next, and it seemed like they were all fit for a stint in detention. He replied: I did go in and almost didnt come out. The reader group exploded again. [I knew it, author, you really did go in?] [I knew it, there must be a case on the authors back!] [Author, you are so criminal!] [Oh my god, the author I stan is actually a Suspect handsome guy! Respect!] [That Arrogant Zhang guy, isnt he in too? I havent seen him in the group for days.] [Didnt he say the other day that he had mastered Cheating Techniques and was going to strut his stuff?] [Good lord, that strut landed him straight in the slammer.] Lin Chuan said with a laugh: I saw him in there, he probably wont get out until tomorrow. Dont actually study the Cheating Techniques from the book, folks, just enjoy it for what it is. The reader group blew up even more, badgering Lin Chuan with questions. Lin Chuan had no choice but to reply en masse: Remember to watch the live broadcast, it will have everything you want to know. Oh, and if its not too much trouble, help me promote this anti-gambling campaign live broadcast. Readers expressed one by one: No problem. Lin Chuan went out and got on bus route 13. Straight to the police station. The anti-gambling campaign was the responsibility of the Public Security Team, so Captain Li Bing personally received Lin Chuan. Comrade Lin Chuan, this way. Captain Li Bing very cordially welcomed Lin Chuan to the reception room. In the reception room, there were already several people seated. Among them, Lin Chuan recognized two. Chen Ming, Shen Qianqian. Seeing Lin Chuan arrive, Shen Qianqian revealed a slight smile, King of Cheating, we were only missing you. Lin Chuan was a bit startled, Officer Shen, arent you a criminal policeman? Officer Shen has a good image and temperament. I specially borrowed her from the Criminal Police Brigade to act as the host for this anti-gambling campaign, explained Li Bing. Immediately after. Li Bing repeated the live broadcast procedure of the anti-gambling campaign to Lin Chuan. No problems, right? No problems. Shen Qianqian, Chen Ming, Lin Chuan, and the technical staff in the reception room all indicated there were no problems. At Anling Police Station, live broadcast studio. At noon, the anti-gambling campaign went live. The rapid streaming video live broadcast app pushed a live broadcast pop-up to its users. Who is the real Gambling King? Many people, out of curiosity, clicked on the pop-up, entering the broadcast room. Inside the broadcast room. A policewoman dressed in uniform spoke with poise, Welcome to the event jointly held by Anling City Police Station and Quick Tiger platform: Who is the real Gambling King? I am the host for this event, Shen Qianqian. The audience in the broadcast room began to throw out question marks. [Did I hear wrong, is Anling Police Station holding a gambling event?] [What is this operation? Is this Quick Tiger account real Anling Police Station?] [Quick, @Cyber Police to discern if this is real or fake!] [No need to @, look at the background behind that policewoman, its obviously inside the police station.] [How can you tell at a glance?] [Ive spent a lot of time inside, so Im very familiar with it!] [Hiss! Brother, youre a real convict!] [This Who is the real Gambling King? event seems interesting, held by the police station, who dares to take the title of the Gambling King?] With a smile on her face, Shen Qianqian revealed a shallow dimple as she continued, I will now announce the rules of this event. For this event, we have 36 contestants who will compete in multiple rounds of PK to decide who is the Gambling King! Viewers in the broadcast room can also actively vote to support the contestant they believe is most likely to be the Gambling King! In the broadcast room, the comments floated by. [Interesting!] [I think I sort of understand what theyre trying to do.] [Hurry up and let me see who the contestants are!] [Ive roamed the casinos for decades, I can tell in minutes who has the stronger gambling skills.] The scene in the broadcast room shifted. The 36 contestants made their appearance one by one, each with a unique attire. Suited business elites, punk youths with dyed yellow hair, middle-aged men with scarred faces, and stunning women with seductive figures. Lin Chuan and Chen Ming were mixed in among them. Whereas the other 34 extras were gamblers detained during the last raid on an underground casino, and Old Zhang was among them. At that moment, although dressed plainly in jeans and a white T-shirt, just by his good looks, Lin Chuan stood out among the 36 people. Many viewers quickly noticed Lin Chuan. [That handsome guy number 9, he looks too naive, immediate elimination!] [I agree, too young, he looks like a college hearthrob.] [Gambling Kings, without exception, have weathered countless battles, their eyes like cheetahs. The eyes of number 9 are clear and bright, I exclude him too!] [Is it possible that hes pretending to be a pig to eat the tiger?] Chapter 22 - Chapter 22: Chapter 22 Ace of Spades Chapter 22: Chapter 22 Ace of Spades [How could it be a trick to play dumb to catch the wise?] [I have some gambling skills myself, and seeing a guy like No. 9 in a short-sleeved T-shirt with nothing in his hands, its almost certain hes not the Gambling King.] [Why?] [Gambling King, Gambling King in reality, thats just another name for a swindler. Have you ever seen a swindler not wearing long sleeves, rings, and having items like a cigarette case or a lighter in his pockets?] [The guy upstairs is a professional, huh? Can you elaborate?] [Think about it, at the poker venue, a swindlers usual tricks include stealing cards, hiding cards, swapping cards, but with nothing to cover himself, where could he hide cards, in his underwear?] [Hiss! The guy upstairs makes a good point.] [I think that No. 13 in the suit and tie, whos somewhat balding, looks quite like a swindler.] No. 13 was none other than the anti-gambling expert, Chen Ming. Anling Police Station. The live broadcast scene. In a large function hall, multiple camera positions were filming. Thirty-six contestants were using the Flush (All-in) style of play, six per table, divided into six tables, with police officers acting as croupiers, responsible for dealing the poker cards. The winner of each table would advance to the next round of Poker King. If the winner and the one with the highest votes were the same person, then the voting would proceed to the next person. All the contestants are now ready. The audience in the live stream can click on the numbers 1-36 on the right side of the screen to watch each contestants exclusive view.] Now, Who is the real Gambling King officially begins the competition.] Shen Qianqians voice was sweet and mellow, her delicate face beaming with a bright smile as she announced the commencement of the Who is the real Gambling King event. The camera turned away. Her gaze inadvertently looked towards Table No. 2. Lin Chuan was there. As expected of Anlings flower of the police force, her hosting abilities are indeed strong, Li Bing praised Shen Qianqian as soon as he arrived. Captain Li is flattering me to death again. Shen Qianqian replied with a beaming smile. Li Bing laughed and said, This is by no means flattery. Right now, there are 60,000 people online in the live stream, and at least 30% are here for you.] Shen Qianqian averted her gaze and smiled, Whether they are here for me is not important. What matters is that our live broadcast can achieve the effect of anti-gambling propaganda.] This time. Anling Police Station had discarded the previous dull reasoning propaganda and adopted the Who is the real Gambling King competition format to attract the audience. The ultimate goal was to reveal how their Gambling King used cheating techniques to win every bet, achieving the purpose of persuading people not to gamble. It had to be said. When the government gets creative, its the most lethal. And there it was, the host was Anlings lovely police flower, with a beautiful voice and appearance, the event format catered to popular aesthetics coupled with promotions on the Kuaidou app, the heat in the live stream rose increasingly, making it to the homepage of the Kuaidou live broadcast. Many new viewers poured into the live stream. Some readers who followed Lin Chuan also arrived. [Lets see where the suspect Lin Chuan is!] [I found him. Hes at Table No. 2, just as handsome as in the photos.] [Who is the real Gambling King? Ill vote for Lin Chuan first!] [The cards havent even been dealt yet, and youre already voting?] [No need to gamble, I already know Lin Chuan is definitely the Gambling King.] [What number is this Lin Chuan you all are talking about?] [The contestant No. 9, that handsome guy with the suspect look.] After all this promotion by the readers, quite a few viewers were intrigued and clicked on the No. 9 position to watch Lin Chuans view. At Table No. 2. Lin Chuan sat calmly, toying with several mock chips in his hand, waiting for the dealer to deal the cards. Once he was at the table, he was the king. The other five at the same table had intense gazes, each trying to scout the others, aiming to gain a psychological edge and take the initiative. The croupier was a police officer. Though his card-shuffling skills were not professional, his special identity ensured the maximum fairness of the event. Please place your bets. Each contestant had 20 chips, with a blind of 2 chips. Each round had a minimum bet of 2 chips, with no upper limit. Lin Chuan bet two chips, and the others followed suit. The first round dealt two cards. One hole card, one up card. Lin Chuans up card was a Spade K. Lin Chuan casually glanced at his hole card, and the Five of Diamonds appeared on the live stream. His card rank was the highest. All-in. Lin Chuan pushed all his remaining chips out, then leaned back with his hands on the edge of the table, smiling, his eyes serene. The other five players at the table were stunned. The audience in the live room was a bit stunned too. [Hole card Five of Diamonds, how can he dare to go all-in?] [Is this the Zhou Xingxing style? Going all-in at the start!] [A tribute to Brother Xin, I cast my vote for him!] [Indeed, going all-in truly is a form of wisdom, hahaha!] [This is getting interesting, Scarred Man at seat 7, you have a pair of Qs, quickly go all-in with him!] [The other players cards arent bad either, theres even one with a pair of 8s.] Sure enough. The Scarred Man at seat 7 followed. All-in. The few others, with a frown, decided to follow through directly as well: All-in. Table 2, everyone goes all-in! It suddenly got interesting. After going all-in. The police officer dealt the remaining three cards promptly. The current situation. Three players hands didnt form anything, instantly ousted. Player 10, only had a pair of 8s. Scarred Man at seat 7 had one pair of Qs, one pair of 4s, with a Q as the hole card. And Lin Chuan at seat 9 had a Spade flush with 10, J, Q, K, but his hole card was a 5. The Scarred Man was confident of victory, looking at Lin Chuan, Brother at seat 9, is your hole card the Spade 9 or the Ace of Spades? In an all-in, the chance of getting a flush is negligible. Unless you cheat. But the Scarred Man had been watching Lin Chuan the entire time. Lin Chuan, in a short-sleeved T-shirt, hands resting on the table, had made no suspicious moves. So there was no possibility of cheating. The audience in the live room, aware that Lin Chuans hole card was the Five of Diamonds, had already written him off. Most people watching table 2 had cast their first round of votes for the Scarred Man at seat 7. The Scarred Mans popularity suddenly topped that of table 2. Reveal the cards. The Scarred Man confidently revealed his hole card Q. Three Qs, with a pair on the side. [The Scarred Mans gambling skills are obviously much better than those of the handsome guy at seat 9.] [The handsome guy at seat 9 acted too hastily, going all-in at the start.] [I judged right from the start, seat 9 doesnt have the look of a Gambling King.] [Gamblers who go all-in at the start usually want to gain a psychological edge, to overwhelm the opponent with sheer bravado, but seat 9 has met his match.] Off-camera. Shen Qianqian was continuously monitoring the situation at table 2. She furrowed her brows, muttering, With a hole card of the Five of Diamonds, how can you compete for the title of Gambling King, how can you reveal the trickery of cheating techniques, how can you promote your book? At the gambling table. Lin Chuan looked at the Scarred Mans three-of-a-kind with a pair, and smiled, Indeed, everyone here is talented, the skills are not bad. The Scarred Man chuckled and said, Young brother, were both castaways here, youre also not bad, just slightly less skilled than me. Slightly less skilled? Lin Chuan smiled. Then, unhurriedly, he reached for his hole card and slowly flipped it over. Ace of Spades! Chapter 23 - Chapter 23: Chapter 23 This World is Too Crazy Chapter 23: Chapter 23 This World is Too Crazy The Scarred Man was dumbfounded. His mouth drooped, his eyes staring at the 10, J, Q, K, A on the table, revealing full surprise and confusion. He couldnt utter a single word! He lost. The other four people at the table looked at Lin Chuan in disbelief. This slightly handsome young man actually turned over an Ace of Spades. Was it luck? Or As an onlooker, Shen Qianqian, along with the audience focused on table 2 in the live stream, were all shocked to their cores! In the live stream, the screen was filled with question marks and 666. [Anti-fans speak up!] [This is the ability of the suspect, Mr. Lin!] [Ive only seen this scene in movies!] [Is this a pre-recorded broadcast?] [The hole card was clearly a Five of Diamonds, how did it turn into the Ace of Spades?] [Incredible! He must have cheated!] [Where did his Ace of Spades come from?] [And where did the Five of Diamonds hole card go?] [A divine move!] [@Anling Police, I report player number 9 for cheating, and I have enough evidence!] [The live broadcast effect is top-notch!] [] Shen Qianqian took a deep breath, suppressing her curiosity, and appeared on camera again, her voice sweet: Dear viewers. Our table number 2 has determined a winner, and the winner is player number 9. Hearing Shen Qianqians sweet voice, a smile appeared on Lin Chuans handsome face. With his skills in cheating techniques, he actually didnt need to look at the hole card. But he deliberately showed the Five of Diamonds to the camera, allowing the live stream audience to see it, before finally turning over an Ace of Spades. The purpose was to shock the audience to the greatest extent and to accumulate popularity for himself. Now it seemed, Lin Chuan had succeeded. His miraculous card switching quickly climbed the trending lists on the Kuaishou app, bringing even more viewers into the live stream. At the moment. The concurrent online viewer count in the live stream had reached 100k+, trending for the moment. Lin Chuans popularity was also soaring. The Who is the Gambling King competition was still ongoing. Winners had already been determined at other tables. The victorious six sat at one table. Among them. Player number 9 Lin Chuan, number 13 Chen Ming, and number 20 Old Zhang were the most prominently touted. Because, under the lens of the live broadcast, all three had demonstrated their cheating techniques, especially Lin Chuan, who was astonishing. The second round of the finals was also a Flush gameplay. Poker cards began to be distributed. Lin Chuan had an Ace of Diamonds face up, and a Five of Clubs as the hole card. Chen Ming had a Spade K face up, and a King of Diamonds as the hole card. Old Zhang had a Ten of Clubs face up, and a Spade 10 as the hole card. Lin Chuan had the highest face-up card. He glanced at the other five players faces, smiled, and pushed all his chips out. All-in! [Mr. Lin goes all-in again, is this confidence?] [This scene feels familiar, I think Ive seen it in movies too!] [I suspect he is possessed by Zhou Xingxing!] [If you paid attention to his earlier performance, you would know he has the ability to go all-in.] [I still dont understand how he switches his cards!] [At this table, there are at least three swindlers, its just a matter of seeing who has the superior cheating skills.] Ill call. Chen Ming laughed heartily, his goal being to carry out an anti-gambling publicity. All-in, for better showmanship. As for winning or losing, he had already been thrashed by Lin Chuan more than a dozen times, and he didnt dare to compete with Lin Chuan. Im in too! Old Zhang smiled. Old Zhang felt no pressure. He had long known that Lin Chuan was the author of Swindler, Mr. Lin, which meant Lin Chuan was like a half-mentor to him. Losing to a mentor was nothing to be ashamed of! The other three extras, after some thought, steeled themselves and went all-in as well. The Who is the Gambling King event, after Lin Chuans two all-ins, suddenly became much simpler. But the level of tension and excitement had escalated more than just a notch. Many viewers were guessing which player would win this round. As the remaining three cards were dealt, the situation became clear. Old Zhangs hand was a 10, three Aces, with a 10 in the hole. Chen Mings hand was a K, three Queens, with a K in the hole. Lin Chuans hand was the Ace, 2, 3, 4 of Diamonds, with a 5 of Clubs in the hole. Not only were the live stream viewers fixated on the three players cards, but even the extras who had just been eliminated were watching the three intensely. Everyone could see that these three were skilled in cheating techniques. Who is the Gambling King? Only by revealing the cards would they know! Ill reveal first. Old Zhang was the first to flip his hole card: three Aces and a pair of 10s. Instantly, Chen Mings mouth curled up in a slight smile as he flipped his hole card. It wasnt a K but a Q. Four Queens and a K! The live stream exploded with excitement once more. [I thought player number 20 had the best chance of winning, but it turns out that number 13 is the real boss!] [Player 13 with his smart suit, truly hides his light under a bushel!] [That card switch is awesome!] [Player 13 has basically secured the title of Gambling King.] [Player 9 has no chance, a Little Straight cant beat four Queens.] [Right, his palms are empty; he had no chance to switch cards, an impossible comeback.] [Nonsense, if you have read Swindler by player number 9, youd know that situations like this are a piece of cake for him.] [Mr. Lin, pull off another divine move please!] The live stream audience was once again intently watching Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan looked around calmly and, without any sleight of hand, flipped over his hole card. A five. But it was not a Club, it was a Diamond! Wow! The entire live stream went into an uproar! [How is this possible?] [Did he really pull off a last-minute kill!?] [A flush! But where did his Diamond five come from?] [Ive been watching his hands the whole time. He only glanced at the Club five in the hole card once and never touched it again; how could it have changed to a Diamond five?] [Is this really a live stream and not a movie?] [Im doubting my own eyes now!] [This is Mr. Lins power, Mr. Lin is awesome!] [This is the suspected criminal Mr. Lin!] [Gambling King!] By the gambling table, The events host, Shen Qianqian, appeared once more. There was a gleam of delight in her eyes, and she couldnt help but smile broadly as she said, Dear viewers, After a fierce competition, the Gambling King has emerged, and that is our player number 9! Many viewers in front of the live stream do not know, but player number 9 is actually an online novel writer. He possesses cheating techniques and has written a novel on the subject of cheatingSwindler, published on Sailing Novel Website. Interested friends can click the link at the bottom of the screen to save this book. Now, back to the main topic, the goal of this event Sure enough, a link popped up at the bottom of the live stream. The audience immediately filled the screen with question marks! [Holy shit! An online novel writer?] [His incredible cheating techniques, and he chooses to write novels!?] [This guy leaves behind big money in the casino to write novels, his principles are frighteningly upright!] [The world has gone mad!] [Who would believe it, the online novel writer turns out to be the King of Cheating!] Chapter 24 - Chapter 24: Chapter 24 Chuan, something big has happened! Chapter 24: Chapter 24 Chuan, something big has happened! [Did that police comrade just say the book was his? Im gonna learn some techniques!] [Bro, Sailing Novel Website, search for Swindler.] [Thats hardcore! Indeed, reality is much more exciting than novels!] [Im still wondering, how did he swap the cards?] [I wanna know too!] [Quick, ask the host!] [+1] [] Shen Qianqian smiled radiantly, after introducing the purpose of the event, she slightly turned her face and looked towards Lin Chuan: The audience is particularly eager to know how you managed to swap the cards so skillfully in the two gambling rounds just now. But since our video surveillance didnt detect any of your actions, could you explain it to us? Of course, I can. Lin Chuan nodded, a smile appearing on his handsome face. Lin Chuan then explained, Hello everyone, in the first round, I had control of the Ace of Spades from the start. After showing the Five of Diamonds as my bottom card, the moment I set it down, I had already swapped it with the Ace of Spades. The second round, I did the same trick. This trick, called Heaven and Earth, has a more detailed disclosure in my novel Swindler. I want to share with everyone that at the gambling table, its all about fraud techniques. Once you sit at the table, theres only losing The anti-gambling campaign went very smoothly, receiving very positive feedback. Half an hour later, the live broadcast ended. Shen Qianqian and Lin Chuan left the hall, walking along the long corridor. Not bad, Lin Chuan! Shen Qianqian raised her eyebrows playfully, praising Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan smiled: Officer Shen is the traffic password, attracting quite a few viewers. Smarty-pants. Shen Qianqian laughed, then became concerned about the Average Subscription of Lin Chuans novel, With such promotion, your novel subscription should see a significant increase, right? Lin Chuan pursed his lips, pondering, Im not really sure, but I dont think Ill starve. Some people like watching videos but dont enjoy reading novels. Some people are the opposite. Turning live broadcast viewers into novel readers, Lin Chuan wasnt sure about the conversion rate. GiggleC Shen Qianqian laughed, saying, With your unique skills, would you really starve? Lin Chuan grinned: I dare not use this unique skill to make a living. I reckon the moment I do, youll transform and come to catch me. Transform what transform? Shen Qianqian was stunned, a trace of confusion appearing on her face. Err just like transforming into Ultraman to execute justice and defeat the little monsters, Lin Chuan explained hastily, making it up on the spot. PhewC Transforming into the red Dragon Hollyhock, from sweet to stunning, he almost let slip. Soon, they arrived at the police stations reception room. Captain Li Bing personally poured a cup of tea for Lin Chuan, saying with a cheerful smile, Comrade Lin Chuan, the anti-gambling campaign has been a resounding success, and you played a crucial role! Lin Chuan sat down, smiling, Captain Li is too kind. Its what I should do as a citizen. You must visit us at Anling Police Station more often, Captain Li Bing said with a smile. Just as Lin Chuan picked up his teacup and took a sip, he looked over at Shen Qianqian: Captain Li, Im afraid Officer Shen might interrogate me again. Writer Lin! Shen Qianqian pursed her lips, As long as you abide by the law, how could I possibly arrest you! Li Bing laughed heartily from the sidelines: Comrade Lin Chuan, Officer Shen is perceptive. The previous two interrogations were just for investigation. What I mean is, we hope that Comrade Lin Chuan can cooperate more with our police station to better promote anti-gambling. Lin Chuan smiled broadly: If theres more anti-gambling promotion, I will definitely cooperate actively! 3000 yuan! Ah money or not, it doesnt matter; what I really hope for is to create a gambling-free environment! You can call me to promote it every day! Thats what Lin Chuan thought to himself. As he was leaving, Captain Li Bing personally saw Lin Chuan out, patting him on the shoulder earnestly, Comrade Lin Chuan, you must be a law-abiding good citizen! Lin Chuans mouth twitched. Captain Li, whats going on? I havent done anything, just published two novels. Captain Li, youre worrying too much, Ive always been a law-abiding good citizen, Lin Chuan said with a bitter smile. Li Bing nodded his head twice in quick succession: Thats good, thats good! WhewC Lin Chuan let out a deep breath. After leaving Anling Police Station, Lin Chuan boarded the familiar Route 13 bus. Under the bright sunshine, the bus weaved through towering buildings before finally entering an old district in the east of the city, pulling up at the stop for Happiness Community. Lin Chuan hummed a tune as he returned to his rented room. At that moment. Lin Chuan opened the system panel. [Current Work: Swindler.] [Status: Released.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 513/1000.] Already have 500 average subscriptions, it seems that live-streaming promotions really work! Lin Chuan revealed a grin. Within just a few hours, the subscriptions increased by 400. The pace couldnt be called slow! Should reach a thousand subscriptions soon, maybe even more! Hit product!? If Swindler could reach an average subscription of 3000, achieving the status of a hit product, it would undoubtedly represent Lin Chuan breaking through a tough barrier and entering a whole new realm. Similar to a practitioner breaking through a bottleneck, ascending to a higher world. To rise one level is to see further, see more. Ive been writing for quite a few years now, finally I can see some results! At that moment. Lin Chuan could hardly contain his joy and couldnt help but let out a sigh. Let the bullets fly a bit longer! As the average subscriptions continued to climb, Lin Chuan couldnt resist opening the authors backend to see what the readers were thinking and their comments. However. The first post he saw made Lin Chuans mouth twitch and his face darken. @Han River Cyber Police @Liuhe Cyber Police @Handong Cyber Police @Yichang Cyber Police I report, the author has written their own personal experiences in the novel, this is definitely a criminal record! Thankfully. Lin Chuan had already been questioned once because of this book and had a record at Anling Police Station. Otherwise, Lin Chuan would definitely have panicked. Continuing to read on. Its so realistic! Its hard not to suspect that this is an autobiography! I suggest the police do a background check on the author! Protection! This is absolutely the most realistic swindler novel Ive ever read! Without decades of a swindler career, one absolutely couldnt write such a flavored novel! Catch the author alive! Apprehend the criminal suspect, Mr. Lin! After scrolling through several pages of comments, Lin Chuans face darkened even more. Better not to look at these comments! Lin Chuan spat. If he continued to read, Lin Chuan might truly start to doubt whether he had actually committed a crime and might end up turning himself in at the police station. The phrase leniency for those who confess, severity for those who resist had imprinted itself in Lin Chuans mind from the interrogation room. Ring ring ring Lin Chuans phone rang. Chuan, theres big trouble! As soon as he answered the phone, Old Wangs anxious voice came through. What happened? Lin Chuan was puzzled. Old Wang immediately said, Chuan, hurry up and check the Kuai Shou live streaming app! Chapter 25 - Chapter 25: Chapter 25 It seems…this profession is not bad Chapter 25: Chapter 25 It seemsthis profession is not bad What on earth happened? Lin Chuans eyebrows furrowed. On the phone, Old Wang was very excited, Chuan, get on Quick Shake app right now, its all about your godlike moves in the casino, youve gone viral, do you know that? You startled me, Lin Chuan laughed, That wasnt a casino, it was a anti-gambling campaign that Anling Police Station asked me to do. I know, I even saw you and Officer Shen appear together, you two look quite match, Old Wang chuckled, Do you want me to ask Qiqi to set you two up? Lin Chuan immediately refused, Old Wang, dont start with me, Im really scared! Chuan, dont be a coward, opportunities are for the brave! Old Wang encouraged. No, no, no! Lin Chuan still refused, All I want to do now is make money. When I havent even completely sorted out my basic needs, how can I be thinking about dating? Women, theyll just slow down my typing speed. If I started dating, then theres no way I could concentrate on writing! Huh? Seems like the novels are generated by the system But still, no! Just the thought of Shen Qianqian being the romance target Old Wang had in mind made Lin Chuan shiver. What Lin Chuan feared the most was walking down the street with Shen Qianqian, who suddenly would turn into her enforcer mode, whip out shiny handcuffs, and take him straight back to the interrogation room. That would spell trouble! The mere possibility made Lin Chuan shiver all over. Thats too harsh! No, wait, Officer Shen doesnt even have that idea, why am I, a flop writer, worrying about this? You, destined to be single! Old Wang dropped a prophecy. Lin Chuan laughed it off without further banter with Wang Zikai, and opened the Quick Shake app. Indeed, as Wang Zikai had said, Lin Chuans godlike card-switching was still trending on the hot search. In addition, there were numerous self-media and marketing accounts editing videos. Shocking! Shocking! The novelist turns out to be the King of Cheating! You thought he was a flop writer, in fact, he is the king who dominates the gambling scene! Unexpected! The former Gambling King has now fallen to writing novels for a living! Its outrageous, the writing community hides such an Influent Author! Traffic is king. These headlines were more sensational than the next, crazily harvesting traffic. Lin Chuan, and his novel, also saw a surge in popularity. The Average Subscription of Swindler was still steadily rising. At this rate, we should hit 1000 average subscriptions tonight. Lin Chuans lips curled slightly, showing a bright smile. Dusk fell. The sunset that had stained half the sky red was overshadowed by the shadows of the night, stars twinkled in the early night, and the neon lights of Anling City started glittering. Lampposts lit up one after another, a cool breeze blowing, the rustling tree shadows carrying a chill into Lin Chuans rented room. The system panel displayed: [Work: Swindler.] [Current status: Published.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 1000/1000.] Lin Chuan heaved a sigh of relief. The Popularity Value (Average Subscription) of Swindler had finally reached 1000. In his mind. Lin Chuan heard a familiar voice. [Always full of passion, always with anticipation.] [A new life, a new experience.] [Congratulations, the novel Swindler adapted from your experience as a swindler has reached 1000 average subscriptions, equivalent to 1000 Popularity Points, and can unlock new career experiences.] [Would you like to immediately experience a new career and start a new life?] At this moment. Lin Chuan stood by the window, breathing in the fresh and moist air of spring, his heart filled with joy. A new profession, a new life, finally unlocked! System, give it a go! Immediately initiating a new Career Life Experience! Lin Chuan thought to himself. It only took two breaths before Lin Chuan found himself at the intersection of the real world and the Virtual World. Outside the window, the evening breeze gently brushed Lin Chuans cheek, coolly. In the Virtual World. Layers of nightfall overlapped, forming a dense fog, and one could vaguely sense a chill. At this time. The sweet electronic voice of the system rang out again. [Each experience is a beautiful memory for you.] [The system will save this memory in the form of a novel for you.] [In this experience, the profession you have randomly received is] [Assassin!] Lin Chuan: ????? Lin Chuan couldnt help but curse! Assassin! System, stop calling yourself the Career Life Experience System already. Just call it the Crime Life Experience System! Thief, swindler, and now assassin, you tell me, can I make a living with these skills? Youre trying to get me thrown into jail, arent you? [Host, would you like to continue life experience as an Assassin?] The system seemed to detect Lin Chuans resentment and asked an unusual question. Lin Chuan took a deep breath, If I dont experience it, can I randomize another profession? [No!] [If the host refuses the Assassin life experience, you must wait until the previous work receives 10,000 points of Popularity Value to continue randomizing a new profession and experiencing a new life.] Lin Chuans gaze stalled, and his face nearly turned green. 10,000 points of Popularity Value, that is ten thousand Average Subscriptions! It seems the profession of assassin isnt so unacceptable after all. Lin Chuan had another thought and asked, System, after completing the Assassin career life, how much Popularity Value do I need to collect to unlock the next profession? [3,000 points of Popularity Value.] [Does the host wish to continue the experience?] Lin Chuan exhaled a long sigh. Fine! Lets be an assassin, just consider it another self-defense skill. Continue the experience! Lin Chuan made his decision. [Congratulations to the host, because the Assassin profession is special, you have obtained multiple skills: combat fighting, firearms C precise shooting, and homicide case handling ability.] [Using Virtual Reality technology to create a new world for you.] As the systems voice fell. Lin Chuans eyes brightened. Combat fighting, firearms C precise shooting, homicide case handling ability gaining three skills from the career experience of an assassin! It seems this profession isnt too bad! Soon. Lin Chuans consciousness was situated in a new Virtual World. Before he could fully see his surroundings, Lin Chuan smelled a strong scent of blood that invaded his nostrils, upsetting his delicate stomach and almost making him throw up. Lin Chuan quickly covered his nose. In the glaring light, Lin Chuan squinted his eyes and swiftly surveyed everything around him. This was the hall of a mansion, spacious but in utter disarray. On the floor, there were unsightly undergarments scattered about, underfoot, shards of glass littered the ground, and a scarlet liquid slowly spread across the floor. It was unclear whether it was blood or red wine. But what shocked Lin Chuan most was directly in front of him, about three meters away, two bodies lay on the floor, not moving, a man and a woman, both naked. In their chests, each had a dagger plunged in, blood gushing out, staining their entire chests red. Lin Chuan drew in a sharp breath. Straight off the bat, they give me such a bloody scene! Chapter 26 - Chapter 26: Chapter 26 I’m Just Too Damn Professional! Chapter 26: Chapter 26 Im Just Too Damn Professional! Virtual World. Outside the mansion, the door wide open, one could see the nightfall, as dark as ink and as misty as fog, with the stark white moonlight falling down, giving the appearance of a gloomy castle and creating a thrilling sensation. Lin Chuan shivered, his palms sweating with tiny beads of perspiration, his muscles tense, unable to stop his hands and legs from trembling slightly. His heart was pounding, thumping like a drum. Even though he had mentally prepared himself in advance, when he actually faced such a crime scene, he still couldnt help shaking. But! Lin Chuan knew that he now had to overcome his psychological barriers. If he didnt spend much time experiencing this professional life, he wouldnt be able to take away the corresponding skills of this profession. And, if the experience of the professional life wasnt compelling, the outcome of the novel was basically predictable: it would flop. He couldnt achieve the Popularity Value needed to unlock the next profession. Lin Chuans lips were tightly shut, his breathing slightly rapid. He quickly scanned his surroundings to assess the situation. I must find a way! Lin Chuans gaze fell on the two people in front of him. A man and a woman. The man had the look of middle age, his skin slack and showing signs of age. The woman seemed very youthful, with a beautiful face, tight and fair skin, a slender waist, and exceptionally enchanting looks. However, Lin Chuan didnt appreciate it much. Because he was entirely uninterested! This is a luxury villa, and the identities of these two people must be quite extraordinary. If discovered, it could cause a huge sensation, and once a manhunt was ordered, I would be unable to escape. In principle, I shouldnt be doing this. But this is the Virtual Reality world, and I just want to experience this profession a bit more, after all, I need a lot of subscriptions after the generated novel is published. Immediately, Lin Chuan stepped into the role of Assassin, making his first judgment: clean up the scene. In reality. One shouldnt harm others, or else theyd end up shot full of holes, dead through and through, without any chance of luck. However, this is a virtual world built by the system using AR Virtual Reality technology, much like Virtual Reality gunfights and fighting games. Lin Chuan, as a young man who had received a good education from an early age, had to temporarily put aside the education he received, forget about the morals and laws of reality, and start cleaning up the scene. Lin Chuan glanced at the scene, which was a complete mess. Clothes and shoes scattered all over the floor, broken wine glass shards everywhere, and the two people. Lin Chuans body was also stained with a bit of red liquid. Fortunately, the surveillance here had already been destroyed, reducing the difficulty a bit. There was also no fourth person appearing indoors. First, lets take care of the aftermath for these two! Sorry, this is the virtual world, I would never dare to do this in the real world! Lin Chuan swallowed and layered his armor once again! He took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and now had gloves on his hands to avoid leaving fingerprints. These two were the most direct evidence. So. The first step was to take care of them. As an assassin, its not enough to be proficient in firearms and fighting. A professional assassin must learn to take care of the aftermath to prevent any clues from being detected. This was also the most difficult part. Otherwise, the moment one finished the mission, and before they knew it, they would be searched for, entire server warrant out for their arrest! Lin Chuan stared at the two people, his eyebrows slightly furrowed. Dealing with these two on my own is too challenging, disposing, burying, or shredding, arent really feasible options. I must find a way! Quickly! A flash of inspiration struck Lin Chuans mind. He would fabricate the scene! Lets do it this way! Lin Chuan made up his mind and immediately went into action. He first cleared the red liquid from the bodies of a man and a woman, moved them into a room, used the womans fingernails to leave scratch marks on the mans body, made the man clasp the womans hair in his hand, tearing a few strands off and keeping them in his hand, creating a false impression. Immediately after. Lin Chuan used a special method to deal with the wounds. Right after. Lin Chuan rearranged the clothes scattered all over the hall. As for the woman, he took her away! Just like that, a scene where a woman encountered a forceful J by the man, fought back against the man, and fled in panic, was fabricated. PhewC Finally took care of it. Lin Chuan let out a sigh of relief and murmured softly. Afterward. His gaze fell upon the actual crime scene. He began by sweeping up the shattered glass of wine cups from the floor, then dealing with the red liquid. Completing this part was still nowhere near enough. As is well-known, traces of red liquid are the most difficult to clean. Usually, at the crime scene, a certain reagent is used which can detect reactions of the red liquid; once sprayed, any traces of the red liquid are revealed without a doubt, and together with other evidence, the scene is reconstructed. Cant use water to wash it, water wont clean it off, and using a large amount of water in a short period would also create evidence. Lin Chuans mind raced. His professional crime scene handling ability allowed Lin Chuan to quickly think of a countermeasure. In such cases, a certain chemical is needed. The reason a certain reagent can detect the red liquid is that it catalyzes the iron element in hemoglobin to undergo hydrogen peroxide decomposition, which then emits blue or blue-green fluorescence. Using the chemical, one could destroy the DNA in traces of the red liquid and preemptively react with the iron in the red liquid, rendering the reagents catalytic effect useless. No sooner said than done! In the sprawling mansion, Lin Chuan quickly found that chemical in the storeroom, swiftly spraying and cleaning the traces of the red liquid. Immediately after. Lin Chuan used a cloth to wipe the floor once more, then used a blow dryer to dry it, to avoid leaving watermarks and footprints. The final step! He packed the cleaning items and waste into a black trash bag, pulled a suitcase, and left the mansion. Before leaving, Lin Chuan also casually opened a window. His purpose was to let the smell of the chemicals in the hall dissipate as quickly as possible. From start to finish, he spent only 15 minutes. Lin Chuan hurriedly fled the scene, and the weight in his heart finally settled, as he sighed a long sigh of relief. Im too damn professional! Its like Im really an assassin! Lin Chuan complained to himself. However, as he walked through the foggy night, he seriously considered for a moment. It seemed he indeed had the potential to become an assassin! After all, it was his first time handling a scene, and his technique for fabricating the scene was so professional! Inconceivable! But he still felt a lingering fear. This profession was like walking a tightrope. Sooner or later, that wire would cost him his life. No good, no good! In real life, I must abide by the law! Lin Chuan shook his head and spoke with clarity. In the Virtual World, the deep blue moonlight and the twinkling stars spread across the night sky, adorning a touch of brightness in the pitch darkness. Lin Chuans professional life experience continued Chapter 27 - Chapter 27: Chapter 27 Lin Chuan, You’re Too Awesome! Chapter 27: Chapter 27 Lin Chuan, Youre Too Awesome! The next day, in the real world. The noonday sun of early spring was warm and bright, spreading across Modus skyline, reflecting off the glass of Sailing Novels office building, casting flickering silver lights, sparkling like crystals. Inside the office building. Editor Youyou propped her cheek with one hand, her head slightly tilted, her eyes showing a hint of fatigue, but she was still reviewing the dense text on the screen. She sipped her coffee with a trace of bitterness at the corners of her mouth. Then. Ah, Im going crazy! How can I nurture an Influent Author!? Editor Youyou rested her hands on her head, tousling her shoulder-length hair, filled with annoyance and almost at her breaking point! Still toiling away? At this moment, Youyous colleague Li Xue came over with a cheerful smile. Toiling? Youyous face showed a touch of bitterness, as she forced a smile, Its more like struggling. Li Xue, also an editor at Sailing Novel, had a good relationship with Youyou. She laughed and said, Youre always so anxious. Its only March, and its not until the end of the year that the performance levels of the editors are assessed. Youyou pursed her lips, The Influent Author I managed to bring up in the past two years has retired from writing, and now the authors under me can hardly even reach ten thousand subscriptions. I guess its going to be tough this year. Li Xue smiled, raised her eyebrows, and suggested, How about I give you some advice? What advice? Youyou blinked, her eyes brightening with anticipation as she looked at Li Xue. Use your beauty as a strategy! Li Xue held up a mirror in front of Youyou. In the mirror was a face as beautiful as peach blossoms, delicate and exquisite, serene and animated, bright eyes, white teeth, and a mole under the eye like a tear, gently enhancing her charm. Her long lashes, with just a slight flutter, carried a pitiful allure, drawing sympathy and affection. With such attributes, she could easily rely on her looks, but instead insisted on hard work. There are plenty of people prettier than me, and besides, writing isnt about seduction, it doesnt require such tactics. Youyou laughed softly and covered the mirror on the desk. Youyou, youre so naive! Li Xue poked Youyous cheek playfully and dismissed the idea, These days, youve got to play some tricks, or it just wont do. I saw a short video this morningthe Gambling King has landed ashore to become a writer! The Gambling King? Youyou was taken aback, a frown creasing her forehead. Li Xue nodded and chuckled, Yes, I still remember the title, Who would have thought, the former Gambling King, now falls to write novels for a living! Although I didnt pay attention to the follow-up, the boss was making rounds, couldnt risk slacking off. Youyou let out a chuckle. However, she suddenly remembered that Lin Chuan also wrote a book called Swindler, so she asked, Hows the theme of swindlers? Li Xue nodded seriously, The theme of swindlers is pretty good. Look at Handon, his King of Cheating has a Popularity Value of 66,000, currently claiming the number one spot on Heroes Compete. Youyou glanced at the time. 11:56 AM. Your author with the ten thousand subscriptions, Hongmei, isnt bad either. At 12 PM sharp, Heroes List will refresh, and who knows, Hongmei might just catch up. Youyou said with a smile. The One of The Two Heroes, Hongmei, was one of Li Xues authors. Currently, Number One Sword Immortal had a Popularity Value of 62,000, closely following Handons King of Cheating. Li Xues face showed a hint of pride as she smiled, Handon and Hongmei are both very capable. This event will show which of them can take first place. Youyou pursed her lips, her eyes betraying a hint of envy. This event offered a prize of 50,000 yuan in cash, exclusive website promotion, IP rights development, video platform promotion to attract traffic For The Two Heroes, any one of them could use this to break into the ranks of an Influent Author! In other words, if Hongmei could surpass Handon and dominate the first place, then Li Xue would have nurtured another Influent Author. How could Youyou not be envious? If only I could nurture an Influent Author, my performance for the year would be set. Noon, 12:00 PM. With curiosity from Youyou and anticipation from Li Xue, they opened the editors backend to check the Heroes Compete events Heroes List. Li Xue immediately focused on the Popularity Values of Hongmei and Handon. [Number One Sword Immortal (Hongmei), Popularity Value: 83,000.] [King of Cheating (Handon), Popularity Value: 73,000.] Li Xues heart skipped a beat, her lips turned upward uncontrollably, emotions somewhat exhilarated, Hongmei surpassed Handon! However, Youyou didnt respond to her. Youyous bright eyes were tightly fixed on the Heroes List. Youyou, why are you Li Xue was about to ask why arent you speaking, but a glance at the list suddenly revealed an additional work. Her gaze shifted to the right, and upon seeing the popularity value of that work, her pupils shrank, and she was greatly shocked: Holy shit! [Swindler (Mr. Lin), Popularity Value: 316,000.] The Swindler soared to the top of the list! No.1! Youyou found it incredible, swallowing hard, she murmured, How how did he surge to first place? Worried about a system display error, she refreshed the page several times. But the list remained unchanged. No.1: Swindler (Mr. Lin) No.2: Number One Sword Immortal (Hongmei) No.3: King of Cheating (Handon) For a moment, Li Xue was still struggling to snap back to reality: Mr. Lin who is he? Youyou didnt answer but instead opened Lin Chuans work information for the Swindler. [Work: The Swindler.] [Status: Released.] [Word Count: 1.026 million.] [Number of Chapters: 500.] [Paid Chapters: 400.] [Total Favorites: 103,200.] [Total Subscriptions for Paid Chapters: 1,215,260.] [Average Subscription for Paid Chapters: 3,038.15.] 3,018.15 Average Subscription! Premium! Youyou took a deep breath, the fatigue vanished from her face, revealing a radiant smile blooming like peach blossoms, and she immediately sent a message to Lin Chuan. Li Xue, who was beside Youyou, saw that she was sending a message to Lin Chuan, and her eyebrows furrowed slightly: Youyou, is Lin Chuan your guy? Youyou nodded, her smile beaming and bright as the spring sun. At this moment, Lin Chuan was still lying in bed, sound asleep. He was sprawled on a simple wooden bed with a thin layer of black stubble on his face, showing utter exhaustion. Last night, Living the life of an Assassin had drained too much of his energy. It was like going through the motions thirteen times in one night, legs trembling, leaving leaning on the wall, a feeling of being utterly hollowed out. Not a single drop left! Around 2 p.m., Lin Chuan finally woke up from his slumber, somewhat recovered. Lin Chuan reached for his phone from the bedside, and holy cow, he was bombarded with messages! One was an income of 3,000 yuan, with the remark Anti-gambling promotional labor fee, another was a Home Cooking Service message: Brother, are you hungry? Your sister can come over and cook for you~. Lin Chuan spat out, Big data, youre really accurate, just when I have a bit of money, youre trying to milk me dry again! Lin Chuan continued to look through the messages. The next one was from editor Youyou, containing fierce words: Lin Chuan, youre too fierce! Lin Chuan: Chapter 28 - Chapter 28: Chapter 28: This time, shouldn’t be going in again, right? Chapter 28: Chapter 28: This time, shouldnt be going in again, right? Lin Chuan looked at the message from Youyou, the editor, and was stunned for a moment before responding with a confused.jpg emoticon. Youyou replied instantly, Lin Chuan, you finally responded to my message! Lin Chuan frowned slightly and replied, Youyou, whats up? Youyou: Swindler, its become a quality piece! Lin Chuan was still lying in bed, sleepy-eyed. But, when he saw this message from editor Youyou, he sprang up from the brink of death, completely losing the urge to sleep, his pupils focusing sharply on the word quality. Quality piece! A quality piece, a work with more than 3000 Average Subscriptions, in Sailing Novel is like a grain of sand in the ocean, inconspicuous. But! In just one days time, Lin Chuans million-word volume of Swindler, from an Average Subscription of over 100, surged to 3000 Average Subscriptions, a truly astonishing feat. Put another way, it might be more illustrative. In a single day, Swindler achieved chapter subscription numbers reaching 1,215,260. Converted into manuscript fees, thats 60,000 yuan! Lin Chuan swallowed, taking a deep breath. He had indeed considered that after repeated publicity, Swindler would see a surge in results. But he had never expected it to become a quality piece overnight! Finally, hed made a breakthrough! Indeed, traffic is the code to wealth. Lin Chuan couldnt help but remark, If it hadnt been for this publicity campaign and the huge influx of traffic, for Swindler to achieve quality status would have been an indefinitely remote possibility. Even the fragrance of wine fears the depth of the alley. Without recommendations, without traffic, few people have the chance to see it. And Lin Chuans divine maneuver in the anti-gambling publicity was equivalent to a self-initiated recommendation. In fact, it could be considered a self-rescue. After all, he was competing with Handon and Hongmei, who debuted simultaneously, clashing themes with Handons King of Cheating. And the system had explicit Popularity Value requirements, leaving him trapped in a dark room with no way out. Fortunately, Lin Chuan broke free. Lin Chuan, arent you going to publish some thoughts on becoming a quality piece? Youyou sent another message. Between the lines, you could sense Youyous satisfaction. A smile appeared on Lin Chuans face as his fingers tapped swiftly on his phone: First off, Id like to thank my editor. Writing books under editor Youyou for many years, Ive always been at the bottom. Now, fortunately, I have achieved a quality piece On the other end of the phone. Youyous mouth curved upwards, looking at Lin Chuans string of thoughts, shining brightly like peach blossoms: Alright, no need to thank me just yet, theres more good news. Lin Chuans pupils dilated, his fingers pausing in their rapid typing before he quickly typed out another message to Youyou: Theres more good news? Go check out Heroes Compete, Youyou replied. Heroes Compete? Lin Chuan thoughtfully recalled. He vaguely remembered that this was a special event created for The Two Heroes, Handon and Hongmei, to battle it out. Thats right! Lin Chuan suddenly remembered, My book is also part of this event; I should be able to get a decent reward. He got out of bed, turned on his computer, and checked the Heroes Compete leaderboard. The next second. Lin Chuans pupils shuddered. [No.1: Swindler (Mr. Lin), Popularity Value: 316,000.] [No.2: Number One Sword Immortal (Hongmei), Popularity Value: 83,000.] [No.3: King of Cheating (Handon), Popularity Value: 73,000.] Leading the Heroes List! This what does this mean? For a moment, Lin Chuan found it hard to express his feelings, perhaps only the words holy shit could succinctly convey his emotions. How about it, isnt that good news? Youyou sent a message. Its fantastic! Lin Chuan hurriedly replied. Youyou continued, The duel of the two giants, but youve completely crushed them both, 316,000 Popularity Value far in the lead. Even the chief editor says that in this event, no one can surpass your Swindler. Lin Chuan felt a surge of joy and replied, Does that mean I could possibly be first? Youyou was very certain, Its not a possibility, its a certainty! Both of the The Two Heroes are new books, serialized, with fewer words, while Lin Chuans Swindler, with a million-word length, many chapters, and high popularity, basically has no chance of being overtaken. A hint of joy surfaced on Lin Chuans face. This is the correct way to exploit a loophole! Immediately afterward. Lin Chuan opened the event details page for Heroes Compete to check the first-place reward: 50,000 yuan in cash rewards, exclusive site recommendations, IP rights development, video platform promotion to attract readers Really nice! Lin Chuan nodded sincerely, much impressed. Aside from the rights development being a bit of a grandiose nothing, Lin Chuan approved of the other rewards. Especially the promotion to attract readers. If his next new book could get that kind of promotion, it would undoubtedly be winning right from the starting line. So. Lin Chuan tentatively asked, Youyou, Ive been thinking about releasing a new book recently. A new book? You just dumped a million words at once, and now you have a new book? Youyou was slightly surprised. Lin Chuan found an excuse, These are all manuscripts I wrote before, which I dug up the other day. I might as well polish them a bit and publish them to give it a try. Youyou was half-believing, half-doubting, Oh, that so? About the new book, I do have a suggestion. Lin Chuan sent a Im all ears.jpg emoji. Your Swindler has been a huge success. I suggest you strike while the irons hot and write another swindler-themed novel: Swindler II. You have a very good chance of reaching ten thousand subscriptions, Youyou recommended. Lin Chuan frowned. In the worlds of TV shows, movies, animations, games, and the like, making a sequel after the first one became a hit was a basic move. They call it: building an XX universe. In reality: its all about milking money. The novel circle is no exception. Apart from a few trilogy series which are conscientious works, the rest are well, lets just say complicated. Making money is not embarrassing, of course. Unfortunately, the life Lin Chuan experienced last night wasnt Swindler II, but Assassin! Lin Chuan had no choice but to reply, Youyou, I dont want to write about swindlers anymore. I want to write about a different profession. Youyou asked, What profession? Lin Chuan typed two characters, Assassin. Youyou: ??? A smile spread across Lin Chuans face, Youyou, trust me! Youyou asked doubtfully, Did your familys second uncle also work as an assassin when he was young? Uh The corner of Lin Chuans mouth twitched as he replied, No, that hasnt happened. Being an assassin, you get caught and its a straight shot to execution, cant let that happen to second uncle. Then has anyone in your family ever been an assassin? Youyou continued to inquire. No. Lin Chuans face darkened. That definitely couldnt be the case. Assassin is a completely new theme for you, nowhere near as much a guaranteed success as Swindler II, Youyou suggested. Lin Chuan checked the information. Indeed, no one could guarantee that every single book would be a hit. Swindler II was the safest bet. Its just that the system didnt allow it! Youyou, I want to give it a try, trust me! Lin Chuan was adamant. Youyou: Youre mad! If you write yourself into a corner, I wont be able to pull you out. The corner of Lin Chuans mouth twitched. Hearing this, he couldnt help but think of the cold and aloof Shen Qianqian, and his face immediately sprouted several black lines. This time, he shouldnt end up inside again, right? Chapter 29 - Chapter 29: Chapter 29 Assassin’s Aftermath Hits! Chapter 29: Chapter 29 Assassins Aftermath Hits! Forget it, just export the novel. Lin Chuan muttered to himself. Last night. He had experienced the assassins professional life, which took nearly four hours. After the experience ended, before the system could announce the related information, Lin Chuan, drained by the experience, fell asleep instantly. His mind had exhausted too much energy. System! In his mind, Lin Chuan summoned the system. The system quickly responded. [Host, congratulations, the assassins professional life experience is complete.] [You have gained the following three abilities: combat fighting, firearms C precise shooting, homicide case handling.] [Your assassins professional life related experiences have been automatically generated into a novel This Assassin Is Too Professional.] [Would you like to export it now?] The knowledge and techniques related to the three abilities automatically fused into Lin Chuans mind, turning him into a professional assassin. His gaze was sharp as a blade, and his whole being was like a predator in the dark night. Firearms C precise shooting and homicide case handling were basically useless in real life, but the ability of combat fighting was quite good, as it could be used for self-defense. Its dangerous for a boy to be out and about. Export the novel! Lin Chuan commanded. [The novel This Assassin Is Too Professional is estimated to be 1.5 million words long, exporting will take 15 hours, please wait] [Exporting in progress] [Current progress: 1%.] Night fell. Anling City, Old Friends Skewer Stand. Lin Chuan made arrangements to dine with Old Wang. Old Wang had often treated Lin Chuan to meals on weekdays, and now Lin Chuan had finally produced a high-quality book; he definitely wanted to share the joy with Old Wang. Share joy: Show off a bit: The business at Old Friends Skewer Stand was booming. Rows of wooden tables were filled with people, and the owner who was also the chef bustled around, handling the iron pot, stir-frying various ingredients. The splattering oil shone under the lights, creating a busy and lively atmosphere. Lin Chuan picked a spot on the edge and plonked himself down on a low-backed chair. Before long. Old Wang showed up. Old Lin! Old Wang spotted Lin Chuan at a glance and took Lin Chuans hand very enthusiastically, chuckling, Chuan, how did you know that today Qiqi and I confirmed our boyfriend-girlfriend relationship, eh? Lin Chuans mouth twitched: Damn! I invite you for a meal, and you show off to me. Is that reasonable? Its not reasonable! Lin Chuan thought for a moment, took out his phone, and showed the Heroes List to Old Wang. Old Wangs eyes bulged as he looked at the list and then at Lin Chuan, struggling to squeeze out, Holy shit! How did you get so fierce? Today, he hadnt paid much attention to any messages, his mind was filled with sweet nothings exchanged with Xue Qiqi. He hadnt expected Lin Chuan to directly dominate the Two Heroes. Aggressively topping the list. You just keep on dating; Im going to hit the big fine work! Lin Chuan was overjoyed and teased. Old Wang settled his expression: Its okay, Qiqi just sold some rights. Is living off a woman tasty? Lin Chuan asked. Im working hard too, alright? Im already preparing a new book, definitely aiming for ten thousand subscriptions! Old Wang declared with high spirits. Remember to treat me to a meal. Lin Chuan smiled. Of course. Old Wang winked, then raised his hand, Qiqi, over here. Lin Chuan looked over to see Xue Qiqi standing outside the skewer stand, dressed in a blue long dress, with white high heels, looking quite eye-catching. Lin Chuan knew that Xue Qiqi was joining them for the meal, as Old Wang had mentioned it beforehand. But Why did Shen Qianqian come too? She had her hair in a high ponytail, showing off her delicate and sweet features. She wore a white T-shirt with a cartoon duck on it, complemented by stone-washed jeans and white shoes. Her simple outfit was brimming with the vibes of youth. Why did Officer Shen come? Lin Chuans lips twitched slightly as he asked Old Wang in a low voice. Old Wang chuckled, I invited her for you. What? Lin Chuan was shocked, his face full of question marks. Didnt you say before that you never had the opportunity to meet Officer Shen? So, I took the liberty of inviting Officer Shen, Old Wang said with a smile. Lin Chuan gritted his teeth, But what I meant was, Officer Shen and I are not from the same world, we have no intersection, not that I didnt have the chance to meet her. Its pretty much the same thing. Wang Zikai waved his hand, I thought to myself, now that Qiqi and I are an item, I cant just watch you remain single. How about it, am I not a good friend? Lin Chuan held his forehead. Old Wang, you really have broken your heart over your brothers lifelong happiness. But my fifty thousand reward and sixty thousand manuscript fee havent hit my account yet. Writer Lin, what made you think of inviting me to dinner today? Shen Qianqian had already come over, looking at Lin Chuan with a beaming smile. To avoid embarrassment, Lin Chuan forced a smile and made up an excuse. Officer Shen, thanks to you, I was able to participate in the anti-gambling campaign, so I wanted to treat you to a meal to express my gratitude, he said. Old Wang, holding Xue Qiqis hand, sat beside him. Shen Qianqian then took a seat next to Lin Chuan, Hows the novel? Lin Chuan smiled, Luckily, its a hit. Thats good. Shen Qianqian blinked her eyes, like twinkling stars in the sky. Lin Chuan picked up his tea and took a sip. Officer Shen, Lin Chuan is particularly eager to know how your work is going, Old Wang turned wingman, speaking for Lin Chuan. Shen Qianqian laughed, After returning to the criminal investigation team, Ive been quite busy. Today I was investigating a homicide case. A homicide case? Lin Chuans face suddenly turned pale, and his hand shook, spilling some tea onto himself. Writer Lin, whats wrong? Shen Qianqian looked at Lin Chuan and asked. Its its nothing. Lin Chuan showed a smile and picked up a napkin to wipe the tea from the table and his clothes. As a criminal police officer, Shen Qianqian was always alert for the unusual in life. She watched Lin Chuan wipe the stains and felt there was something strange about it. Lin Chuan took three absorbent paper towels in succession, then pressed the towels to the wet spots on his clothes, letting them slowly soak up the tea. According to Shen Qianqians life experience, normally youd wipe down from where water was spilled on you, trying to keep the clothes from getting wetter. But. This method of cleaning by absorption, that Lin Chuan used, was rarely seen by Shen Qianqian in everyday life. Instead, it was a technique often used by forensic colleagues at crime scenes to collect evidence. Or. In the forensic science center, they would use a similar method to clean up related stains. Officer Shen, why are you looking at me like that? After Lin Chuan finished wiping down, he looked up only to find Shen Qianqian staring at him unblinkingly. It made his heart race, feeling like something bad was going to happen. Your technique is a bit unusual, Shen Qianqian said with a smile. Lin Chuan was taken aback, his brow furrowed. What technique? Suddenly, Lin Chuan caught a glimpse of the paper towel in his hand from the corner of his eye, and his heart tightened. He understood. What Shen Qianqian was referring to was the way he cleaned the water drops off himself. Crap! Last nights immersion into an assassins professional life was too deep; every time a scene was cleaned up, it was done by absorption of the blood. Now, the aftereffects of being an assassin had kicked in! Chapter 30 - Chapter 30: Chapter 30 Do You Know How to Shoot? Chapter 30: Chapter 30 Do You Know How to Shoot? Officer Shen, is there a problem? Lin Chuan asked nonchalantly, but he was already feeling a bit guilty. This was a strange feeling. He had clearly never committed a crime, he had only experienced an assassins professional life. However, when he inadvertently showed Shen Qianqian techniques related to crime scene investigation, his heart skipped a beat. He panicked, fearing that Shen Qianqian would take him back to the station. Is this some kind of psychological disorder? Indeed. Shen Qianqian smiled lightly, I was just curious why youd choose to absorb the water instead of wiping it away. Lin Chuan also offered a smile, explaining, Officer Shen, as writers, the keyboard is our bread and butter. When theres water on the computer desk, I use tissue paper to absorb it to prevent it from getting into the keyboard. Over time, its become a habit. I see, Shen Qianqian realized and nodded slightly. Unexpectedly. Xue Qiqi blinked and asked, But you dont have a keyboard in front of you now, do you? Yikes! Lin Chuans heart tightened. Thinking quickly and with high emotional intelligence, he replied, Uh Officer Shen is here by my side, and I was worried that wiping off the droplets would splatter on her. Old Wangs mouth hung open as he secretly gave a thumbs-up. Such a response warranted inclusion in the classics! Shen Qianqians smile was radiant, Writer Lin, Im not a delicate girl; Ive got plenty of strength and methods. They all laughed. Lin Chuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief; crisis averted. He quickly changed the subject, Lets order, lets order. Under the night sky. The noisy food stalls were abuzz as the group chatted about daily life. Unknowingly, they grew acquainted, their laughter and the enticing aromas mingling together, creating a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. When they left the food stalls, the night was still young. 21:06, the nightlife was just beginning. Old Wang suggested, This place is close to Riverside Square. There are a lot of fun little booths over there. How about we take a walk and check it out? Shen Qianqian said with a smile, Im fine with that. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, I have no objections. His novelThis Assassin Is Too Professionalwasnt yet finished exporting, so he might as well take a walk. Most people need to make friends. Especially writers. The daily life of a writer: sitting in a room alone, facing a computer screen, hands on the keyboard, and working all day long. Over time, its inevitable to feel monotonous and dull. Thats when the importance of friends becomes apparent, whether theyre colleagues across the web or friends in real life. They crossed the street and walked along the Anling River Embankment. Xue Qiqi and Shen Qianqian walked up front. Lin Chuan and Old Wang followed behind. Old Wang wiggled his eyebrows and chuckled, Chuan, I think you have a chance with Officer Shen. Lin Chuan smiled, Old Wang, its useless just you thinking that. Seriously! Old Wang whispered, She agreed to come out to the food stalls with you! Isnt that because you guys were there, so she came out? Lin Chuan frowned and countered. Wang Zikai shook his head, You dont get it, she was observing you very closely tonight. She even paid close attention to how you wiped water, doesnt that mean something? Lin Chuans eyes narrowed as he looked at Old Wang, Are you love-struck or something? This has nothing to do with anything. Shen Qianqians gaze I almost thought she had me pegged as an assassin. And here you are thinking she likes me. Lin Chuan was self-aware and had never deluded himself with the thought she likes me. Because, he had no money. Fortunately, his novel Swindler had achieved acclaim and was currently topping the Heroes List with decent momentum. Kai, do you know how to shoot balloons? Xue Qiqi turned around, her face beaming with a smile. Old Wang, clearly love-struck, immediately responded with a grin, Qiqi, if you want to shoot balloons, Ill go with you! Xue Qiqi smiled sweetly, lifting her hand to point. In a stall at Riverside Square ahead, there was a pile of stuffed toys, with a long table in front holding several imitation guns, and different colored balloons pinned behind. Old Wang squeezed his eyebrows at Lin Chuan: Watch closely and learn. Having said that, he took Xue Qiqi to the stall. Handsome guy, thirty yuan for a round, twenty bullets, win a favorite doll for your girlfriend. The stall owner was a middle-aged man, bald, with a beer belly. Qiqi, which doll do you like? Old Wang asked. Xue Qiqi looked around, then pointed to the Doraemon in front, her smile brimming with joy: Kai, I want that one. The stall owner smiled: You only need to hit 16 balloons to have the chance to take it home. No problem. Old Wang made an OK gesture. Then Wang Zikai picked up the imitation gun from the table and aimed to shoot. Pop! In Lin Chuans eyes, Old Wangs shooting action wasnt professional enough, but it hit the mark. A blue balloon burst upon impact. Kai, not bad. Xue Qiqi looked at Old Wang, her smile full of meaning. Old Wang smiled: Cupids arrows are more precise than my shooting. Why? Xue Qiqi blinked. Because when Cupid shot the golden arrow towards me, I prayed he would shoot the lead arrow at you, Old Wangs voice was somewhat deep. Xue Qiqis face turned red and she pinched Old Wang: Such a smooth talker. She was no longer a little girl. But she still liked sweet nothings. Lin Chuan was watching from the side, hand supporting his chin, thinking, why does it feel a bit greasy + cheesy? But. Why did Shen Qianqian next to him reveal an aunts smile? Do all girls like to hear sweet nothings? No, it should be, they like to hear sweet nothings from the person they like. As for the actual content of the sweet nothings, does it matter? Old Wang fired two more shots. Pop! Pop! It must be said, if Old Wangs shooting ability were half as good as his sweet talking, he should have hit 16 balloons and won the Doraemon. But his shooting ability was indeed a bit off. He hit only 13 balloons. Qiqi, lets try again. Old Wang showed a competitive demeanor. Xue Qiqi smiled and nodded: Okay! Another thirty yuan. Pop pop! With his last shot, Old Wang finally hit, exactly 16 balloons. Xue Qiqi hugged Old Wang with one hand and the Doraemon with the other, her heart brimming with joy. On the other side. The two single dogs. Writer Lin, do you know how to shoot? Shen Qianqian turned to Lin Chuan with a smile and asked. I guess I do Lin Chuan stammered, Officer Shen, why do you ask? Your eyes they show a longing for that gun, Shen Qianqian said with a laugh. Lin Chuan was indeed itching to try. After completing assassins professional life, one of the abilities he acquired was firearms C precise shooting. He wanted to test out this ability. But Lin Chuan probably was really sick. He unconsciously looked at Shen Qianqian, wondering, this shouldnt involve any illegal criminal activity, right? Lin Chuan immediately dismissed this strange thought and smiled: Which boy could resist a gun? Chapter 31 - Chapter 31: Chapter 31 Besides writing books, do you have any other side jobs? Chapter 31: Chapter 31 Besides writing books, do you have any other side jobs? Handsome guy, the cartoon pattern on your girlfriends shirt is our doll here, just hit 20 bullets right on and you can take it home, The stall owner was keen on doing business and took out a little yellow duck plush from the box, pitching it to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan took a look. Printed on Shen Qianqians white T-shirt was a cartoon little yellow duck, identical in design to the one the stall owner held in his hand. Boss, were not Lin Chuan hadnt finished speaking. Old Wang placed the imitation gun in Lin Chuans hand: Qiqi got a Doraemon, see if you can help Officer Shen nab a little yellow duck. Lin Chuan looked at Shen Qianqian. Just as a boy cant refuse a gun, it seemed Shen Qianqian had a particular soft spot for the little yellow duck. At that moment, she had already picked up the imitation gun, smiling as she said, Boss, hit all 20 bullets, right? The stall owner laughed: Right. Shen Qianqian raised the gun, squeezed the trigger. Pop! Pop! Pop! As expected of a criminal police officer, her marksmanship was accurate. The high ponytail swayed slightly with each pull of the trigger, her beautiful eyes intensely focused, her stunning features now displaying a hint of valiant grace. The corner of Lin Chuans mouth twitched slightly. This was the Shen Qianqian he remembered, with her cool and aloof temperament! When she was in pursuit of criminals, she must have been landing headshots with every shot, right? However, Shen Qianqian was evidently not used to these kinds of imitation guns, and the grip wasnt quite right, so she missed by a bit on her last shot. 19 out of 20 bullets hit the mark. Old Wang, acting as the behind-the-scenes facilitator of Lin Chuans love life, immediately pushed Lin Chuan to the table front: Officer Shen, let him have a try. Shen Qianqian smiled and looked at Lin Chuan: Do you think he can do it? Chuan, Officer Shen is asking if you can do it? Old Wang said smilingly. A man cant say he cant do it. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment and said, I should be able to. Normally, when faced with the question of whether they can do something, men would never hesitate. But the person asking the question was a criminal police officer. Lin Chuan always thought that what Shen Qianqian was really asking was: Is it a crime or not? Of course its not a crime! But shooting at balloons isnt the same as shooting at a target, and it isnt illegal, Lin Chuan reminded himself. Old Wang and Xue Qiqi watched the scene with amusement. Shen Qianqians beautiful eyes flickered with interest as she watched Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan then weighed the imitation gun in his hand. As soon as the gun was in his hand, he felt something special, like reuniting with an old friend after a long time apart. Lin Chuan recognized the gun; it was a mock version of the Type 56 semi-automatic rifle, commonly used in shooting games at street stalls, harmless to people. Out of habit, Lin Chuans first step wasnt to load bullets or pull the trigger hastily, but to check the gun. The imitation firearms at street stalls, after being used by many people, vary in condition. Lin Chuan thought that Shen Qianqians last shot had missed possibly because of an issue with the gun. Therefore, Lin Chuan proceeded with a simple check of the gun. But just this simple action attracted Shen Qianqians attention: Seems like you know quite a bit about guns. After checking the gun, Lin Chuan made an excuse: I like to read about firearms sometimes, so I just imitate what I see. I thought writers just sat at home and did nothing, Shen Qianqian joked, and they all laughed. Subsequently, Lin Chuan held the gun with his left hand under the aiming scale and his right hand on the neck of the gun, his index finger rested on the trigger. His upper arm was held nearly vertically. Both hands worked together to press the gun against his shoulder. His head leaned slightly forward, displaying the standard posture for holding a Type 56 semi-automatic rifle. Old Wang and Xue Qiqi exchanged a glance and muttered: Didnt expect Old Lin to look the part. Laymen watch the excitement; experts watch the technique. Shen Qianqian immediately noticed Lin Chuans highly professional stance, her eyes narrowing with interest: Comrade Lin Chuan, youve got some skill. Immediately after, She saw Lin Chuan gazing straight ahead, his eyes sharp as if he were staring at prey. Pop! The gun was cocked, and he pulled the trigger. A headshot! A pink balloon burst on cue. Lin Chuan kept on shooting. Pop, pop, pop, All 20 shots hit the target! Shen Qianqian slightly furrowed her brow, her face showing surprise. Not surprised by Lin Chuans 20 perfect hits, but because, in Lin Chuan, she seemed to see a well-trained sniper. At least ten years of experience with guns! Officer Shen, thank you for subscribing to my entire novel, Lin Chuan said as he handed over the rubber duck to Shen Qianqian. Shen Qianqian, her beautiful eyes fixed on Lin Chuan, smiled and said, Comrade Lin Chuan, are you really a writer? No, Lin Chuan shook his head. Then what is your real identity? Shen Qianqian asked, slightly startled. Lin Chuan smiled and said, An influent author is called a writer; Im just a no-name writer. Shen Qianqian covered her mouth with a smile, I mean, besides writing, do you have any other side jobs? Lin Chuan scratched the back of his head, I sometimes pretend to be a certain animal. What animal? Lin Chuan took a rare moment to be humorous, A single dog. Shen Qianqian burst into laughter, taking the rubber duck, her face unable to contain the mirth. In sync, a few dog barks sounded out from inside Riverside Square, as if responding to Lin Chuan. The evening breeze was cool. The greenery by the river gently swayed in the wind, the rustling sound like the whispering murmurs between lovers. Above, was a canvas of fine, dense stars against the dark satin sky, spreading out slowly, the scintillating starry specks intertwining to weave a heady dream. Lin Chuan returned to his rented apartment in Happiness Community in the eastern part of the city, opened the metal gate, stepped into the familiar but simple one-room living space, and lay down on his bed. From fantasy, he returned to reality. That night, after getting the rubber duck, Lin Chuan did not continue to follow Old Wangs advice but stopped abruptly instead. He felt that he was still too far away from Shen Qianqian, this ideally perfect policewoman. Love during ones student days could be blind. But as an adult, its known that wealthy people often end up together. Xia Zhu might not care about money, but every moment Wang Duoyu moved her, it involved spending money, and without the inheritance from Elder Wang, Wang Duoyu wouldnt even know who Xia Zhu was. Was this Cupids arrow? Of course not! This was the power of cash! The power of cash, pew pew pew, more accurate than Cupids arrows! So, making money was still the primary goal! Average Subscription had begun; using it only for dating would be such a waste, right? Make money! The next day was cloudy. The overcast skies seemed to be covered with a veil, the occasional cool breeze blowing through the window. Lin Chuan got up early. Because the novel This Assassin Is Too Professional had already been exported and completed. [Work: This Assassin Is Too Professional.] [Current Status: Unpublished.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 0/3000.] Lin Chuan opened the chat box of editor Youyou and sent a message: Youyou, my new book is here. Is it Swindler II? Youyou replied. Lin Chuan smiled and typed two characters: Assassin. Youyou was somewhat surprised: You really wrote about an assassin? Lin Chuan replied, Yes, Im serious! On the other end of the internet. Youyou revealed a helpless smile, moved her fingers, and replied to Lin Chuan, Send me the beginning first, lets see if its exciting enough. Chapter 32 - Chapter 32: Chapter 32 Lin Chuan is too ruthless! Chapter 32: Chapter 32 Lin Chuan is too ruthless! Is it thrilling? In his cramped rental, Lin Chuans fingers paused on the keyboard, the corners of his mouth twitched slightly as he replied, Youyou, now youre teasing me! Youyou: Also? Lin Chuan scratched his head: Thats not important. Whats important is youre making fun of a flop of a writer. Youyou looked at the message Lin Chuan had sent and smiled slightly, her slender and fair fingers dancing like playing the piano: Its not teasing. Plus, youre not a flop anymore. Teasing? Lin Chuan smiled and replied, The royalty payment hasnt hit my account yet, so what am I if not a flop? Would a flop warrant a personal manuscript review by the chief editor? Youyou replied. Chief editors personal review? Lin Chuan was startled: Youyou, youve been promoted to chief editor? Congratulations! Im lucky not to have been fired yet, let alone be chief editor, Youyou replied with a wry smile in her message, Its Sailing Novels chief editor Mingyue who, after hearing you want to start a new book, wants to review your manuscript with me. In Sailing Novel, there are three editorial ranks: responsible editor, chief editor, and editor-in-chief. Each level has different authorities. For instance, to feature a Chief Editor Recommended major promotional spot in Sailing Novel, one needs the chief editors review and approval. Additionally, chief editors have the privilege to recommend Influent Authors as well as voting rights in decisions. All these privileges are beyond what responsible editor Youyou has. When Lin Chuan heard it was chief editor Mingyue, his heart skipped a beat, and his fingers withdrew from the worn-out keyboard. Having written on Sailing Novel Website for so long, he had often heard of chief editor Mingyues big reputation. Chief editor Mingyue had groomed numerous influent authors and was notoriously strict in the circle. His rejection rate for newbies and flops was the highest in Sailing Novel, with very few manuscripts getting through. But almost every author whose work he approved started with a gem. Now, for chief editor Mingyue to personally review Lin Chuans manuscript was an enormous recognition for Lin Chuan. At the same time, it also put a lot of pressure on him. Lin Chuan took a deep breath, placed his hands back on the balding keyboard, and replied to Youyou, Could you ask Mingyue to go easy on his criticism? In the writers community, Mingyues scathing quotes were still making the rounds. [With your skills, itd be a waste not to be screwing in bolts!] [Throw some rice on your keyboard, and the chickens pecking at it would write better than you!] [After reading your opener, my dog started barking beside me, saying it fancies a bite!] [] Every time Lin Chuan saw these, he couldnt help but put himself in their shoes, shuddering at the thought. So cruel! So real! Seeing Lin Chuans message, Youyou couldnt help but laugh: You dont have to be so nervous. After reading your Swindler, Mingyue also suggested you write Swindler II. But since he knows youre not into swindler-themed novels anymore, hes really curious about what your new book will be about. No other meaning. Lin Chuan breathed a sigh of relief. When he was studying, he feared teachers showcasing his essays in class for public critique. Now, as a novelist, every time he sent the opening chapter to the editor, he felt the same anxiety, dreading the editor might say: What on earth did you write? Youyou, let me organize the opening chapter document a bit. Just a moment, Lin Chuan steadied himself. Youyou: Nodding.jpg. Lin Chuan had long finished preparing the opening chapter document, but now, he wanted to review it a few more times himself. Because, the reviewers included not just Youyou but also Mingyue. And he might really get a scolding. Lin Chuan opened the Word document and reviewed the opening of This Assassin Is Too Professional over and over again. After being certain there were no issues, he sent the 20,000-word opener to Youyou. Youyou: Received.jpg. Lin Chuan leaned back, resting his entire body on the chair, waiting for the manuscript review comments. The chair was a common wooden one, not one of those gaming chairs that can rita, nor an ergonomic chairit was quite uncomfortable to sit on and somewhat constricted his back. Sitting in this chair felt very much like the interrogation chairs designated for criminal suspects. If he turned off the computer and placed a small wooden board in front of him, Lin Chuan would have wondered if he was in an interrogation room. He did not like this feeling. Lin Chuan thought that after he received his manuscript fee next month, he definitely needed to get a gaming chair. At the Sailing Novel Website office building, in the break room. Youyou and Mingyue sat across from each other at a table with two cups of coffee on it, emanating a rich and fragrant aroma, tinged with a slight bitterness. Mingyue, the female editor-in-chief of Sailing Novel, was about thirty years old. She was dressed in a black suit, with her hair tied in a high ponytail at the top of her head, her face free of excess makeup but exuding a confident and capable temperament. Mingyue took a sip of coffee and began to speak. Youyou, your Mr. Lin seems to have some potential for development. You should follow up more with him, and it should improve your performance. Youyou nodded with a smile, Indeed, his Swindler has gathered too much momentum. Without even getting any promotion from the website, it managed to climb to the top of the Heroes List, which was completely beyond my expectations. Mingyue also smiled, Its not just you who didnt expect it, the chief editor didnt expect it either. By the way, theres another piece of news related to this. Do you know? Related news? Youyou blinked. Handon has switched his book, Mingyue said with a laugh. Youyou was immediately taken aback. Handon, a ten-thousand subscription author from Sailing Novel, was one of the The Two Heroes in the Heroes List competition, with his work King of Cheating starting the same period as Lin Chuan. Now, he had switched books? Because of Swindler? Youyou asked curiously. Mingyue nodded, According to his editor, after reading Swindler, he lost the courage to continue writing his King of Cheating. Youyous delicate eyelashes fluttered slightly, Ive read some of his King of Cheating as well, it was written quite well, but it ran into Lin Chuan. Mr. Lins name is Lin Chuan? Mingyue inquired. Youyou nodded slightly. Mingyue laughed, Then this kid Lin Chuan has been too ruthless! Youyou immediately laughed, defending her author, Lin Chuan is the underdog. If there hadnt been a crackdown on gambling, Youyou would have claimed that Lin Chuan suffered from poor timing. Lin Chuan, a reversal of fates! So quick to protect your author, Mingyue chuckled, By the way, has Lin Chuan sent over the beginning of the story? Ding-dongC Youyous QQ received a message. Lin Chuan: File/This Assassin Is Too Professional.docx. Youyou smiled and lifted her phone, Guess he heard your call. He just sent over the beginning. Ill forward it to you. The editor-in-chief, Mingyue, set down her coffee and picked up her phone. Ding, file received. I want to see, with Swindler so hot right now, he could have written Swindler II. Instead, he chooses an assassin? Whats his confidence? Mingyue and Youyou, with curiosity, anticipation, and a hint of judgment, opened Lin Chuans This Assassin Is Too Professional beginning. I am an assassin. Some call me the King of the Night, others the Reaper of Mankind. Chapter 33 - Chapter 33: Chapter 33 Should I Report It to the Police? Chapter 33: Chapter 33 Should I Report It to the Police? I am an assassin. Some call me the king of the dark night, while others call me the grim reaper of the human world. But, no one has ever seen me. Because anyone who has seen me is dead. To kill is to indulge in quick vengeance. It can stop injustice, and it can administer justice. But what after the kill? Does one obtain redemption of the soul, or sink into the bitter sea, unable to find peace? I will tell you with my own experiences what one should do after killing, and what can happen. In the end, I will advise you. Give yourself up, the police are everywhere outside. At first glance at this small portion of the beginning, Mingyues brows furrowed, Another first-person narrative? Swindler was also written in the first person. Youyou pursed her lips, Right. In novels, most are written in the third person, first-person is used less. This is even more so in web novels. Because its too difficult to write a good story in the first person. A limited perspective means readers can only see what the protagonist sees, hears, and feels, unable to know things beyond the protagonists senses, which can easily lead to numerous story loopholes, and so on, too many to list. If an unsuccessful author submits a work, and Mingyue sees its a first-person narrative, it will trigger a 100% rejection response. Give him a chance. Mingyue couldnt help but laugh, after all, this was Heroes Lists champion. The champion of the Langya List is the handsome gentleman of Jiangzuo. The champion of the Heroes List is the failed Mr. Lin. They are both talents of their generation and have bright futures ahead of them. Youyou and Mingyue continued reading. The first time I personally destroyed a life was when I was nine years old. I tied its limbs, took a sharp knife, and slashed at its throat. I even used a bowl to catch its fresh blood. It struggled, but I was so strong that I forced it into boiling water, completely stripping it of its power. I was merciless, with no intention of letting it go; I chopped it up into pieces. In the end I tasted a delight like never before. Because the chicken soup was delicious. Youyou pursed her lips, her exquisitely carved face brightened with a brilliant smile, Is Lin Chuan writing a lighthearted assassin novel? Mingyue picked up her coffee and took a sip. Then, she pondered for a moment, This twist is indeed aptly executed, portraying the butchering of a chicken in such a gruesome way that one immerses themselves in it, building a tension and horror, and then revealing that it was just chicken-killing, it can indeed bring a smile to ones face. Youyou murmured, Immersion Mingyue smiled and said, I kind of understand why he chose to use a first-person narrative. Why? Youyou asked. First-person narrative, while not flawless, does have its strengths, the most significant being the strong sense of immersion, Mingyue explained. Youyou nodded, Right, Lin Chuan uses the first person to create a strong sense of immersion, making the effect of the reveal at the end as impactful as possible. The editor-in-chief Mingyue looked at the title of Lin Chuans book again. This Assassin Is Too Professional. She rarely praised anything and remarked, If hes writing with the twist + light-hearted tag, its not without merit. You seldom praise the beginning of a piece, Youyou laughed. Mingyues lips curved upwards, Thats because I havent come across a good one. The two exchanged smiles. But their smiles soon froze on their faces. Their expressions were somewhat similar, brows tightly knit, carrying an indescribable gloom as if dark, heavy clouds were pressing down upon them, their visages heavy. Because Lin Chuans This Assassin Is Too Professional is not labeled as plot reversal + light-hearted. On the contrary, its label is: Realistic. After killing a chicken, I had a very strong feeling. I would become an assassin. Because I am a born assassin. A year later, I joined an organization, and there, I learned fighting, combat, firearms, and most importantly, how to deal with crime scenes. All these skills were summarized through real combat experiences. My first target was a tycoon, along with his mistress. The task went very smoothly. But that wasnt enough, because the scene was still a mess, and I had to deal with it, otherwise, I would be exposed. I decided to falsify the scene. As she read on, Mingyues lips turned slightly white, her breathing became heavier, wanting to take a sip of coffee, but she put it down just as she was about to bring it to her lips. She couldnt drink it. I need to get some air. Mingyue took a deep breath, stood up, and walked to the window, facing her face directly at the grill, breathing in the not-so-fresh air outside. After a while, Mingyue finally regained her senses, returned to her seat, and started complaining, This is too realistic, I felt as if I was right there at the scene! But Youyou across from her did not respond. When Mingyue looked up, Youyous eyes were fixed on the phone screen, completely engrossed. Youyou? Mingyue called out. Youyou snapped back to reality, patting her chest, It feels like Im reading a horror novel, its thrilling and scary, but I want to keep going. Mingyues mouth twitched slightly, nodding her head, Indeed, but I have a question. What question? Youyou was slightly surprised. What did Lin Chuan do before he started writing novels? Mingyue frowned slightly. He started writing books in college; he didnt do much of anything else, Youyou pondered, Sister Mingyue, why do you ask? Mingyues mouth twitched, Im wondering if I should report this? Ah? Youyous eyes widened, staring intently at Mingyue. Just kidding, Mingyue smiled wryly, Lin Chuans opening is written so realistically, the details are too real, I can see the scene just by closing my eyes! Youyou nodded, very much in agreement. Lin Chuan is too harsh! Mingyue continued, Especially the part about cleaning up the scene, wiping the floor with disinfectant to prevent Luminol reagent detection, and using a hairdryer to dry the floor and shoe soles to avoid leaving footprints. Even when leaving, he opened the window to let the smell of disinfectant dissipate; its just too professional, Im starting to suspect he has some cases on his hands! Both of them took a sip of coffee. Slowly. The slightly bitter taste lingered in their mouths, dispersing the bloody smell in their minds. It was only then that Youyou asked, Will this get approved? It should be fine, his description is very well controlled. If it were any more detailed, hed be locked in the small dark room, Mingyue pondered, Ill still ask the reviewers though. Before long, The reviewer replied: Approved. A radiant smile appeared on Youyous delicate face, like a breeze on an early March morning brushing past the willows by the river, creating ripples. She had a feeling that Lin Chuans new book would do very well. It might even surpass the swindler! Youyou, how about you transfer Lin Chuan under my name? Mingyue blinked her eyes and suddenly asked. Chapter 34 - Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Mr. Lin, you should turn yourself in Chapter 34: Chapter 34: Mr. Lin, you should turn yourself in Youyou immediately became alert, tactically retreated, and her face showed a slight furrow in her brows, even the beauty mark at the corner of her eye seemed on guard, Sister Mingyue, you really are hungry. Nonsense! Mingyue tilted her head lightly, with a faint smile, I am not hungry at all. Youre even trying to poach Lin Chuan from under me, if not hungry, then what? Youyou pouted a bit, feeling wronged, I only have a handful of authors to be proud of, and if you take one away, Ill have to pack up and leave. Just teasing you, look how scared you got, Mingyue laughed. Youyous irritation turned to happiness, Sister Mingyue, level with me some of your influent authors. Mingyue feigned anger, stiffening her face, You little minx, now youre setting your sights on my people too. Sister Mingyue, you play favorites too. With a full smile, Youyou teased Mingyue. You little minx, Mingyue laughed, then took a sip of her coffee. After pondering for a while, Youyou asked, By the way, Sister Mingyue, if Lin Chuan really takes first place in Heroes Compete this time, what about the rewards? Are you interested in my advice? Mingyue asked. Youyou nodded. Mingyue smiled, Since this is his first quality work, IP rights development should be audio adaptations, website exclusive recommendations can help his Swindler hit the major leagues, and as for video platform book promotion to drive traffic, I suggest allocating it to the new book. Thats what I was thinking too, Youyou smiled gently, as beautiful as the spring. Subsequently. She opened Lin Chuans chat window, Lin Chuan, your draft has been reviewed. In the rental. Lin Chuan saw the message from Youyou pop up on his phone, sat up straight from the back of the chair, and replied, Mingyue didnt scold me, did she? Youyou laughed, teasing Lin Chuan, That didnt happen, but, she said she wanted to file a police report. Ah, dont scare me, Youyou! Lin Chuans eyes paused, he was stunned. Filing a police report was worse than scolding me, too frightening. Seriously, I am very curious, how could you write those scenes so thoroughly and, moreover, with such professional handling? Youyou was puzzled. Lin Chuans mouth twitched, his fingers tapped rapidly on the keyboard, Youyou, dont underestimate a writer whos suffered countless failures, to write a hit book, they could research anything! The searching ability of web novel writers is indeed top-notch. Theres a big shot in the circle who, in the name of researching materials, hacked into the official security system and ended up investigating himself, landing in jail for three years. So hardcore! Lin Chuan, you need to be a law-abiding good citizen! Youyou messaged him. Lin Chuans mouth twitched again. This line, why does it sound so familiar? Youyou, you know me, I always abide by the law, Lin Chuan replied quickly. Youyou smiled, Its precisely because I know you that I worry you might do something foolish for the sake of writing inspiration. Uh, Im being rational, Lin Chuan replied. Thats good, now lets talk about your new book This Assassin Is Too Professional, I and Mingyue believe Youyou conveyed her and Mingyues editorial opinions along with Mingyues suggestions for the Heroes Compete first-place reward to Lin Chuan. After reading them, Lin Chuans mouth curved upwards slightly. Getting the approval from both Youyou and Mingyue indicated that This Assassin Is Too Professional indeed had great potential. Moreover. Using the Heroes Compete first-place reward of video platform book promotion to drive traffic on the new book coincided with his own thinking. Since Swindler itself was promoted using special methods, utilizing video platform book promotion to drive traffic would not have much effect. Better to allocate this benefit to This Assassin Is Too Professional. This move was permitted by Sailing Novel. Now, March 17th. There was still some time until the Heroes Compete settlement on March 21st. Since Swindler had not been finalized for long, there was no rush to publish the new book. But, it was okay to start preheating it. Lin Chuan ended his chat with Youyou and turned to open the reader group chat. In recent days, the size of Lin Chuans reader group had expanded at an astonishing speed. Now, there were over 1300 members. Lin Chuan thought for a moment and began tapping on the keyboard, @everyone, brothers, my next book is coming soon! When the readers in the group saw Lin Chuan @everyone, they immediately replied. [Yo ho! Preview of the new book!] [Caught a wild author in action!] [Author? Criminal suspect!] [A new book? Is the author that prolific?] [I think the author is born with the divine typing physique, seamlessly integrated with the keyboard!] [Brothers, the author is starting a new book! Its time to learn new skills again!] [Learning skills? More like squatting in a cell!] [How could I end up there if the author hasnt?] [Author, hurry up and tell us what criminal skills youre teaching this time!] [Ah spit, whats the theme of the new book this time?] [] The reader group was very active, and messages quickly flooded in, overwhelming Lin Chuan. The corners of Lin Chuans mouth lifted slightly. He also didnt keep the new book a secret and revealed directly in the group, Brothers, this time, the new book is about an assassin theme, should be very interesting. [Good, Ill learn it right away!] [Wait, what theme did you say?] [Assassin? Holy shit!] [Is this even a skill I can learn?] [Im doomed!] [The author takes his leave, I concede!] [May I quietly ask, is it the kind of assassin were thinking of?] [] Lin Chuan replied, Yes, this time its a challenge of a brand-new profession, different from theft and swindling, its an assassin, the professional kind. The very active reader group suddenly went quiet for three or four seconds; nobody spoke. The text looked plain, but coming from Lin Chuan, it felt quite thrilling. A brand-new profession? Assassin? The professional kind? Sheesh! How could a non-professional write at a professional level? Just like Swindler, the reason it attracted so many readers wasnt it because Lin Chuan was a real swindler and even pulled off an impressive feat once? So, this time Mr. Lin says hes going to write about assassins Could it be that Mr. Lin has this hidden identity? Why arent you guys talking? In front of the computer, Lin Chuan frowned slightly as his fingers danced quickly across the keyboard. The sudden silence was the most frightening. A reader responded, Criminal suspect Mr. Lin, what do you think I should say? Lin Chuan showed a bitter expression and quickly replied to clarify, How did I become a criminal suspect? Im writing books seriously. [Which serious book writer dares to say they can write about a professional assassin?] [Hey! Police Number, Im reporting my author in real name!] [I declare, I am in this group only to read books, and I have nothing to do with criminal suspect Mr. Lin.] [Criminal suspect Mr. Lin, just surrender yourself!] [Surrender, and you may receive a lighter punishment!] [Mr. Lin, you should turn yourself in!] Chapter 35 - Chapter 35: Chapter 35: Picking an Auspicious Day to Avoid Misfortune Chapter 35: Chapter 35: Picking an Auspicious Day to Avoid Misfortune Lin Chuan looked at messages in the reader group like crime suspect, turn oneself in, confess, be lenient, and other such phrases. Dumbfounded! He leaned back in his chair, his shoulders shaking, the corners of his mouth twitching slightly as frustration turned to laughter. After two seconds, Lin Chuan finally typed out a line. My book hasnt even been released yet, is this really appropriate? One of the readers asked a tricky question: Mr. Lin, can you swear on your manuscript fee that youre not a professional assassin? Lin Chuans fingers stiffened on the keyboard. Manuscript fee, the lifeline of a writer! In the online writing circle, when verbal arguments fail to settle a dispute, someone would suggest a solution: Show off your manuscript fee! No matter how eloquently one argues, without a manuscript fee, everything is treated as pure bluff. Because aside from the top echelon, the only standard by which online writers are judged is the manuscript fee! Lin Chuan dodged the question: I solemnly declare that I am a professional writer, and Ive never engaged in any illegal activities! [Ah, right, right, right, I believe the words of the crime suspect Mr. Lin!] [It makes sense for Mr. Lin, a Gambling King, to have taken out a few people, right?] [Ive found the secret to making a fortune!] [Brother, do tell, lets make money together.] [Mr. Lin must have some cases on him, wait for him to be on the wanted list, then therell be bounty money, right?] [Brother, youre fierce, Bounty Hunter!] [When your new book comes out, Im going to subscribe to the entire series and ferociously look for your criminal evidence!] [The brother upstairs, how exactly are you going to ferociously look?] [I want to look too!] [+1] [+1] [+1] [] Dark lines appeared on Lin Chuans face. Every single one of them is talented! If we chat a bit more, Im going to start suspecting myself as the crime suspect. Thankfully, the purpose of the warm-up has been achieved. Just waiting for the settlement on the 21st after the Heroes Compete event to release the new book. Bang, bang bang. At that moment, three knocks sounded on the iron door outside the rental. Lin Chuan stepped out of the room and opened the iron gate, his expression astonished, Old Zhang, why are you here? Compared to when he was in the detention room, Old Zhang looked much more spirited, Chuan, I just saw your posts in the group and came up to chat with you, theres no one else in your place, right? Lin Chuan smiled, I havent scheduled anyone for laundry service, how could there be anyone? Chuan, its not good to hand-wash all the time either, Old Zhang laughed. Lin Chuans expression faltered, Old Zhang, could it be that youve already experienced these adverse effects? Old Zhangs face developed a streak of annoyance before he handed over a bag of ripe mulberries to Lin Chuan, Chuan, I heard mulberries are good for your eyes. Brought something over, huh? Well then, come in, Lin Chuan said cheerfully, taking the mulberries. Another streak of annoyance crossed Old Zhangs face. With that said, if one didnt bring something, they wouldnt even be allowed in the house? Is this how you treat your Alliance Hierarch and Landlady? But, Old Zhang knew he was in the wrong. If he hadnt learned Cheating Techniques from Lin Chuans books, Lin Chuan wouldnt have been detained by the police for an interrogation. Chuan, youre still single, arent you? Old Zhang asked with a smile after inspecting Lin Chuan. After washing the mulberries, Lin Chuan popped one in his mouth, Old Zhang, are you thinking of setting me up with Zhang? Zhang is great in all aspects, just has a small quirk. Zhang Xinxin, the Little Landlady, often dressed in loose clothing, but her enviable figure was hard to conceal. She was attractive and had tight, vibrant skin. The only flaw was her love for watching films. Such a pity. Old Zhang put on a straight face, What wishful thinking are you entertaining, picking out faults now, huh? I only have one daughter, and here you are, a swindler and an assassin. I cant feel at ease handing Zhang over to you! A swindler and an assassin? Lin Chuan almost choked on a mulberry, Old Zhang, dont talk nonsense, thats legally actionable! How is this talking nonsense? Its all deduced! Old Zhang said with a grin. Deduced? Lin Chuan frowned slightly, How did you deduce it? Old Zhang found a stool to sit on in the narrow rental space, then turned into Holmes, Chuan, I know you. Not only are you skilled in cheating techniques, but you can also pick locks. So what? Lin Chuan retorted. Old Zhang laughed, You can pick locks, so you wrote Thief, and you know cheating techniques, so you wrote Swindler. Next up, youre going to write about assassins, doesnt that mean Hiss! Flawless logic! Lin Chuan curled his lip, If you know Im an assassin, why would you dare come here alone? Old Zhang chuckled, I was just joking. I came up to chat with you, mainly to remind you of something. Old Zhang, remind me of what? Lin Chuan slightly furrowed his brows. Old Zhang glanced out the window, confirming it was empty, and spoke mysteriously, Dont go to the casino these days. Lin Chuan was startled, I havent been to any casinos. A master of cheating techniques claiming he doesnt go to casinos, who would believe that? Old Zhang countered. A bitter smile appeared on Lin Chuans face. Logically speaking, it was a bit difficult to explain. Alright then, why shouldnt I go to the casino? Lin Chuan asked. Old Zhang leaned close to Lin Chuan, whispering, This morning, a murder was discovered at the underground casino in the south of the city. Before dawn, the Criminal Police Brigade had sealed off the scene. How do you know that? Lin Chuans eyes narrowed immediately. Another murder case? The reason for the another was because Shen Qianqian mentioned at last nights dinner at the food stall that she was investigating a murder case. Anling City seems a bit restless. Old Zhang explained, Remember Chen Ming, the anti-gambling expert? He invited me to join the Anti-Gambling Association. The news came from the people there. Lin Chuan nodded. After giving Lin Chuan a once-over, Old Zhang spoke up again, Chuan, with those skinny arms and legs of yours, if you ever encounter a bad guy, wouldnt you be done in with a single strike? Lin Chuan flexed his muscles a bit. What Old Zhang said seemed to make some sense. Indeed, his physique was on the weaker side. After experiencing the assassins professional life, he acquired the skill combat fighting. But that was only about technique and experience; it didnt mean his constitution or strength had improved. It looked like it was time to work out and get in shape. Otherwise, a basic attack wouldnt even break through an enemys defenses, and that would be embarrassing. Unless he aimed for vital points. But that could easily land him in hot water! Lin Chuan understood Old Zhangs good intentions, and laughed, Didnt you say Im an assassin? What do I have to fear? Old Zhang smiled briefly, I dont know you as well as I thought, if youre the assassin, then Im the King of Killers! Since graduating, Lin Chuan had been renting here. He had frequent dealings with Old Zhang, and as a landlord, he had a basic ability to read people. Lin Chuan also smiled, Come on, have some mulberries, dont be shy. Thank you, haha, Old Zhang happily popped a mulberry into his mouth. Suddenly! Old Zhang looked at Lin Chuan, frowning, feeling something was amiss, These mulberries C I bought them! Meanwhile, Lin Chuan was eating mulberries, his gaze drifting out the window. The overcast sky was draped in a grey veil, the wind had picked up since morning, howling into the room. Rain was coming. Lin Chuan muttered in his mind, The new book is coming out in a few days; it shouldnt be tangled up in a murder case, should it? Better safe than sorry, I should check the almanac and pick an auspicious disaster-avoiding lucky day. Chapter 36 - Chapter 36: Chapter 36 Officer Shen Suspects Everyone as the Culprit! Chapter 36: Chapter 36 Officer Shen Suspects Everyone as the Culprit! March 21st. The gentle sunset pierced through the emerald leaves and spilled onto the bustling streets as an occasional spring breeze swept through the old town, casting shifting shadows that resembled a lifelike landscape painting. Anling City, City East District. Lin Chuan and Wang Zikai, both dressed in sportswear, strode out of the Hengli Gym and turned into a nearby restaurant. Old Lin, its only been a few days, but I feel like your strength has improved by more than just a notch! Wang Zikai sat down, squeezed Lin Chuans arm, and looked a bit surprised. Lin Chuan, sitting opposite him, smiled and said, You spend one-third of your time in the gym taking photos, and another third on the phone with your girlfriend. It would be weird if you saw any results. Since the 17th, Lin Chuan realized that having just fighting and combat skills and experience wasnt enough; he needed strength, speed, and explosive power as well, so he decided to work out with Wang Zikai. Wang Zikai happily agreed. Once, he had tried to princess-carry Xue Qiqi and found he couldnt lift her at all, leading to quite an embarrassing moment. Old Wang grinned, flexed his arm, and showed off his biceps, Im combining rest and work, see? My muscles are starting to show, right? Lin Chuan glanced at him and teased, Can you lift Xue Qiqi now? Realizing the jest, Old Wang pursed his lips, If I can lift Qiqi, that leaves no one for you to lift, right? Lin Chuan: Seeing Lin Chuan fall silent, Old Wang asked, Buddy, do you want a piece of exclusive info? Lin Chuan furrowed his brows, What info? Its about Officer Shen. I got it from Qiqi. This could be a great opportunity for you to make an impression, Old Wang said, winking. Lin Chuan laughed, I am law-abiding! In the eyes of the police, being law-abiding is the best way to make an impression. You just wouldnt listen to advice. Old Wang shook his head in a manner suggesting frustration and suddenly fixated his gaze on Lin Chuan for a while before asking, Old Lin, are you straight? Lin Chuans mouth twitched, Im straighter than a ruler! I feel like youre not really interested in women, Old Wang expressed his suspicion. Lin Chuan laughed, Whats the use of being interested? Im a decent person. If you date, youve got to aim for marriage, right? But then youve got the house, car, gifts, wedding, and so oneach a major expense. But you have money now! Old Wang said with a smile. The royalty money wont be in my account until next month, and youre already thinking about how to spend it, Lin Chuan replied with a wry smile. The Heroes Compete event had just settled, and Lin Chuan topped the chart with a Popularity Value of 608,000. Among the prizes was a cash reward of 50,000 Yuan. Moreover, Swindler now had an average subscription of 5,163, and although the popularity has declined after peaking, reaching 6,000 average subscriptions and the status of a major hit by the end of the month seemed feasible, which should ensure around 120,000 Yuan in royalties. Adding them up and after taxes, the take-home should be about 154,000 Yuan. But the income of writers is notoriously unstable. Swindler may be a hit, but there are no guarantees for This Assassin Is Too Professional, and with the assassin theme being quite sensitive, a slight misstep may lead to the book getting banned. Its living feast to famine. Old Wang laughed, You are the rising star of Sailing Novel now; your future is boundless. Its time to start thinking about romance. Officer Shen isnt too bad. I heard from Qiqi that shes been swamped investigating two murder cases recently, dead tired; she could probably use some care right about now. Lin Chuan shook his head repeatedly, You dont understand Officer Shen well enough. Old Wang widened his eyes, a puzzled expression crossing his face. Right now, Officer Shen regards everyone as a potential assassin! Lin Chuan chuckled, jokingly adding, I certainly dont want to be locked up in a little black room again. Knowing he couldnt persuade Lin Chuan right away, Old Wang changed the subject, Are we going to Hengli Gym for workout tomorrow? Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, Not tomorrow. The Heroes Compete event is over, and tonight I need to discuss the release of the new book with Youyou. I probably wont have any spare time. As the night deepened. Taking advantage of the dim light, Lin Chuan walked back to Happiness Community at an unhurried pace, stepping on the moss-covered floor tiles, winding his way around piles of clutter and haphazardly parked motorcycles, to return to his small rental room. Lin Chuan looked at the narrow yet empty room, his thoughts slightly scattered. Maybe, deep down, he was a bit lonely. But why enter into a relationship? For a soft, fragrant girlfriend, kisses as tender as jelly, or to open his eyes in the morning and see her exquisitely carved face up close, her clear eyes blinking, gazing at him? Lin Chuans lips revealed an aunts smile. But he quickly cast aside these sci-fi scenarios that even Liu Cixin couldnt write. How could that be possible? Lin Chuan only asked himself one question, Lin Chuan, what makes you think you deserve it? Afterward. Reason overcame emotion, and his consciousness quickly sobered back to reality. It was time to release a new book! Youyou, my new book is ready, Lin Chuan messaged the editor. Youyou was very professional. She replied immediately, When do you plan to release it? I checked the almanac, 9 p.m. tonight to release it, and signing the agreement tomorrow. Lin Chuan had specifically consulted the almanac. 21st day, Hai hour, avoid misfortune. 22nd day, all day, suitable for signing agreements. OK.jpg. Youyou replied with an emoji, and then sent another message, For the video platform book promotion to divert traffic, when do you plan to start? Can I do it tomorrow night? Lin Chuan thought. Youyou replied, Thats fine, Ill file the request for you. By the way, the person promoting you is the blogger Su Qianqian with close to a million fans on Kuai Dou. She will live-stream promotions of your book for three days and will make three promotional videos to divert traffic. You can follow her. Lin Chuans lips curved up slightly, Okay, thank you, Youyou. Nine oclock at night, the auspicious hour had arrived. Lin Chuan began uploading his new book. Choosing an auspicious day and hour to release a new book was a common practice in the writers circle. Some writers from certain sites believed that website recommendations were mystifying and arcane, so they simply picked an auspicious day and hour to publish and sign contracts. Some even went to the extent of getting a divination done. It seemed laughable but also a bit sad, and that was how Lin Chuan felt now. Fortunately, the book release went smoothly. The next day, it passed the security review safely and was scheduled to sign a contract. That evening, the book promotion began. As dusk fell, the distant lights twinkled like bright candles flickering in the night. The street lights under the old community cast a soft glow, and the occasional bark of a dog made the atmosphere gloomy and silent. As the King of the Night, the assassin Lin, cough, Lin Chuan, he opened the Kuai Dou app, full of anticipation, and searched for Su Qianqian. [User: Su Qianqian.] [Followers: 1.063 million.] [Personal signature: Focused on immersive reading live streams, discovering more eye-catching works.] [Status: Live streaming.] Lin Chuan, with a smile, clicked to join the live stream and watch. Chapter 37 - Chapter 37: Chapter 37: Is There Any Friend Who Specializes in Forensic Medicine? Chapter 37: Chapter 37: Is There Any Friend Who Specializes in Forensic Medicine? In the live stream, a young woman caught the eye. It was none other than the book recommendation blogger Su Qianqian. She wore a black chiffon top in the style of little fragrance, adorned with specks of silver light, like stars twinkling against the night sky. Her soft, long hair was casually tied at the back of her head, with a few rebellious strands falling in front of her forehead, revealing a beautiful and clear oval face, skin fairer than snow, delicate features like a painting, and every smile and frown showed an untainted purity and vivacity. Behind her was a row of bookshelves, exuding a natural and inherent fragrance of books. But when Lin Chuan took a closer look, he saw some of the titles on the bookshelves. The Shining Human Bone Puzzle Moment of Burial The Redemption of the Villain Hiss! Lin Chuan couldnt help but inhale sharply. All these novels were works of horror and suspense, with a substantial influence worldwide. Among them, The Shining was probably better known to the general audience. Just mention key phrases like Zhang Wei, axe, chopping through a door, and images related to The Shining already spring to mind for most people. Wait a second! A woman like Su Qianqian, as gentle as one from a Jiangnan water town, just needing to hold an oil-paper umbrella to step right into Dai Wangshus poetry, she She reads these novels? And she wants to recommend mine? On Su Qianqian, Lin Chuan could see too many labels: artistic, fresh, gentle, jasmine, lilac, vivacious, pure, innocent, sweet But she couldnt possibly have anything to do with words like horror and thriller. The contrast was just too great! Lin Chuans eyebrows furrowed slightly as he muttered, Will the audience really get this? Then, Lin Chuan turned his attention to the barrage of comments. [Guys, here to read novels again?] [Strategist, come quickly, I really like this one, tell me how to chase after her!] [Qianqian, Im seriously reading novels here.] [Qianqian, what color burlap sack do you like? Ill prepare it right away.] [As long as Qianqian isnt wearing a ring on her hand, Ill keep company with her to read novels.] [] The live rooms barrage of comments was quite lively. But were they here to read novels? A bunch of LSPs. Im too embarrassed to burst your bubble! After a bit of thought, Lin Chuan sent a barrage: Im really here to read novels, do you believe me? In the live room, a few viewers responded to Lin Chuan. [Brother, who isnt here to read novels?] [You scoundrel, dare to covet my White Moonlight, take this hit from Old Sun!] [You all read novels, and Ill carry Qianqian away!] [] After that. Lin Chuan sent several more messages, quickly blending in with the audience. In the live room, Su Qianqian glanced at the comments, smiled gently, her voice soft and silky. Friends, tonight were going to read a new novel. Its name is This Assassin Is Too Professional, by the top-ranked author of the Sailing Novel competition, Mr. Lin. At this point, a split screen appeared in the live room. To the left was Su Qianqians image, and to the right, the novels cover. [Qianqian, my eyesight is quite good, could you shrink the novels image a bit?] [Whats wrong with my eyes, why do they keep ogling to the left?] [The eye doctor said Im cross-eyed now, what should I do?] [Bro, Ill give you a tip, watch the live upside down, and youll cure your cross-eyed in no time.] [] Lin Chuan secretly cringed. As he suspected, this bunch were all LSPs, not here to read novels at all. Su Qianqian smiled, her voice as delicate as the scent of jasmine: Tonights novel is a bit different from the previous ones. I suggest you all add it to your bookshelf first. [Qianqian is personally recommending a novel to me!] [Okay, My Moonlight!] [I also like this book, I didnt expect Qianqian to like it too, were so fated!] [] Lin Chuan wanted to mock this group of viewers, but then he opened the authors backend. Refresh. Number of book collections: 2076. Hisss! It was only 581 before, and it skyrocketed by 1495. Sorry, I was a bit loud just now. Su Qianqian continued: Alright, lets not talk much and immerse ourselves in reading this unique novel. She clicked on the novel, and the content appeared on the right screen of the livestream. I am an assassin. Some call me the king of the night, others call me the grim reaper. I will tell you from my own experiences, what should be done after a killing, and what will happen? In the end, I will advise you. Turn yourself in, the outside is surrounded by police. The first time I destroyed a life with my own hands, I was nine years old. I tied up its limbs, took a sharp knife, and slashed at its throat. Su Qianqian was deeply engrossed in reading. At first, her brow furrowed slightly, but when she read the chicken soup is really tasty, she couldnt help but smile. Inside the livestream, the barrage was still very lively. [Mom, describing killing a chicken in such a horrifying way, didnt scare my Qianqian, did it?] [So its a humorous take on the assassin theme.] [Mr. Lin, I admit youve got some skill, you even made my Qianqian laugh.] This novel really puts you in the scene, I feel like I was the one who killed that chicken, Su Qianqian smiled sweetly, her voice as delicate as a morning breeze brushing across the cheek, gently vibrating the eardrum. Her beautiful eyes blinked, and her slender fingers clicked to turn the page. My first target was a millionaire and his mistress. That day, the sky was overcast. After tracking the targets movements, I easily disabled the surveillance and sneaked into his mansion. As soon as the millionaire and his mistress entered the door, they stripped naked in the hall; they were having an affair. When their passion was at its peak, I made my move. Gradually, as they read on. The audience in the livestream began to get immersed in the novel. [Mom, using those two daggers so skillfully, truly professional!] [There were even close combat techniques used, the rich man working the fields lost his ability to resist in an instant, and the mistress didnt even have time to react!] [The author of this book must have done a lot of research, right?] [] With a slight frown, Su Qianqian inhaled softly and said, The part where Mr. Lin strikes to kill is so detailed, so realistic, isnt it? She couldnt help but continue reading. The mission went very smoothly. But that wasnt enough because the scene was still a mess, and I had to handle it, or I would expose myself. I decided to manipulate the scene. The undergarments of the two were scattered all over, along with shards of wine glasses and a complete mess; I had also stained myself with a bit of blood. I wasnt concerned about that; my focus was on the millionaire and his mistress. First, I cleaned the blood off the millionaires body, then I Scene by scene, the detailed and professional descriptions appeared on the livestream screen. Su Qianqians breathing became a bit heavy, her brows tightly knit, as she lifted her clear eyes toward the camera: Is there anyone in the livestream with a forensic background? Chapter 38 - Chapter 38: Chapter 38: It’s too realistic, recommend a thorough investigation Chapter 38: Chapter 38: Its too realistic, recommend a thorough investigation A friend who studies forensic science? The audience in the live broadcast room also furrowed their brows. These short passages vividly recreated the first-person perspective of the crime scene, invoking a level of empathy that was terrifying. With eyes closed, one could envision the vast hall where a man and a woman lay silently on the floor tile, with crimson liquid flowing profusely, a dagger still plunged into each of their chests. The fishy smell of the clandestine affair mixed with the scent of blood, seeping through the words into the audiences nostrils, causing their stomachs to churn. Some viewers even hesitated to move, fearing they might step into the shattered glass of the crime scene in the novel, or stain themselves with the chilling crimson liquid. But this was not what frightened people the most. The key part was yet to come. The sections about staging and cleaning the crime scene were almost suffocating. I grasped the mistresss cool hand and used her fingernails to leave scratch marks on the man, skin flakes getting wedged under her nails. Likewise, I seized the mans hand, tearing off a few strands of the womans hair, clenching them in his grip. All this, to fabricate an illusion, to confuse the senses. Outside the hall, the crimson moonlight spilled over as occasional breezes blew in, emitting creepy whimpers, carrying the foul odor left by the man and the woman, filling my nostrils. I felt a chill run down my spine, as if an invisible hand was clutching my collar and throttling my throat, like the resentful spirits of the man and woman coming to claim their revenge. But I paid it no mind. Back at the real scene, I laid down a highly absorbent towel to soak up the crimson liquid on the floor, then meticulously cleaned up the glass shards. However, a spray of Luminol would immediately reveal a blue-green fluorescence here. Therefore, I needed to destroy the reaction effect of the Luminol reagent. [The brother studying forensic science, come out quickly, please!] [These techniques, theyre kind of freaking me out!] [Why the hell didnt I think of that method of handling it?] [Brother above, could you kindly share your address? I have a friend at the bureau who wants to make some achievements.] [Why are you looking for me? Look for the author of this book, youll catch them right away!] [] Su Qianqian pursed her lips, her brows slightly furrowed, her eyes filled with a hint of terror and confusion. Accustomed to reading thrillers, she rarely displayed such an expression. She clearly understood that thrillers are fictional! But this one She dared not jump to conclusions. What if it was real? The evening breeze wafted gently outside the window, yet it intermittently carried a creepy rustling sound, making Su Qianqians spine tingle slightly. She felt as though she had returned to the age of 16, the first time she read a thriller. In the live broadcast room, are there any friends who study forensic science? Su Qianqians delicate voice trembled slightly. Inside the broadcast room, there was no shortage of talent. Indeed, a few viewers were forensic science students. [Qianqian, I study forensic science!] [This novel has awakened memories from my university days.] [Im still at university, our teacher just covered this in yesterdays lesson.] Su Qianqian looked at the barrage and asked, Can the use of disinfectant really prevent detection by the Luminol reagent? She quickly received an affirmative response. [Yes!] [Luminol needs to react with the iron in hemoglobin through a hydrogen peroxide decomposition in order to detect bloodstains.] [Disinfectant can destroy the DNA in blood, preventing a secondary reaction.] [I also study forensic science; Mr. Lins techniques are very professional. If done like this in reality, it would be almost impossible to collect valid evidence at the scene.] [Thankfully, he had blurred some of the details in it and left out several key points.] [Why do you think he left them out, rather than just not knowing how to write them?] [???] Lin Chuan sat in front of his computer, his heart trembling as he read these comments. He quickly sent a barrage of messages: These can be found online. The author probably spent a lot of effort researching; their attitude towards writing is very serious. Im going to subscribe to the full series right now!] But some viewers werent so easily fooled. [Who the hell looks up this stuff if theyre legit?] [Got it, Im calling the cops right now to check.] [The author is too criminal, Im going straight to check the most-wanted list.] [] A bunch of lsp, their sense of justice suddenly through the roof. Lsp are just perverts, but they can still tell right from wrong on big issues. Fortunately, Su Qianqian unintentionally helped Lin Chuan out of the siege: Guys, dont jump to conclusions based on rumors. The book is titled This Assassin Is Too Professional, and since its about a professional, it naturally includes some hardcore content. Otherwise, how could it be considered professional?] Lin Chuan gave her a thumbs up: Qianqian is absolutely right!] Su Qianqian expertly controlled the live streams pace. Her mission was to promote the book and attract traffic, not to get Mr. Lin sent to jail. Professionalism was the selling point of this book. Therefore, having a forensic expert explain it would be more effective. She also believed that Sailing Novels rising star, Mr. Lin, was all about professional knowledge and was definitely not a criminal suspect!] But then! Her thoughts were soon shaken! She saw the protagonist Mr. Lin planning his second move. [My second target is the head honcho of the gangs.] [This target is tricky, not because hes hard to knife, but because I need to figure out how to clear my name after knifing him.] [If they know I did it, theyll spare no expense to track me down and put me to death.] [Although Im not afraid, dealing with this will get in the way of taking on my next job.] [I care about my performance as well.] [So, Ive devised a perfect scapegoat plan.] [The scapegoat will be the second in command. Getting them to fight among themselves would also count as me doing a good deed.] [] Su Qianqians beautiful oval face tensed slightly, and her brows furrowed: A scapegoat plan, could this even be concocted and executed by a carbon-based lifeform?] [Impossible! Absolutely impossible!] [The murder weapon has the second-in-commands fingerprints on it, checkmate!] [If I were this second-in-command, Id be bewildered, waking up with bruises from a fight, and the DNA is that of the top dog, the guilt is set in stone!] [If I hadnt read this novel, the second-in-command would be solidly pinned as the murderer, even the Heavenly King couldnt change his fate!]] [I have a friend who knifes people all the time, can I get the authors contact?] [The author is too criminal!] [Qianqian, the world is too dangerous, I suggest you live stream from my house, I can protect you.] [@Han River Cyber Police @Liuhe Cyber Police @Handong Cyber Police @Yichang Cyber Police Officers, Mr. Lins writing is too realistic, suggesting a thorough investigation.] [Right, this is something the police should weigh in on!] [] Lin Chuan saw these messages and his vision went dark. Is this promoting the book? This bunch of lsps are tagging the Cyber Police, as if they cant wait to have me thrown into a cell!] Meanwhile. The Anling Cyber Police received a notification. Chapter 39 - Chapter 39: Chapter 39: Three Murders! Chapter 39: Chapter 39: Three Murders! Anling Police Station, Cyber Security Detachment. Inside the cyber security room, various regulation boards were hung on the wall, and in the center was the workstation of the cyber police. Cyber Police Xia Qingqing tied her hair in a ponytail, wore a blue police uniform, and stared at the densely packed information on the computer screen. Her slender fingers danced across the keyboard, pressing the enter key from time to time, handling various matters. The evening breeze brushed her face, causing her eyes to feel somewhat dry. Xia Qingqing rubbed her eyes and applied a few drops of eye drops, thinking of taking a break with a sip of tea. Attention, Anling Cyber Security Detachment, please take note of book promotion on the Kuaidou platform in room 0613, with words like murder, crime, blood appearing multiple times. Several viewers have @Cyber Police, suspecting the propagation of illegal and criminal activities, please verify. Attached is the rooms link: https://live.kuaidou.com/0613. Source: Han River Cyberspace Surveillance Brigade. A notification like this popped up on Xia Qingqings computer. Received. Xia Qingqing quickly took a sip of tea and then clicked on the link to enter room 0613. Room 0613 was precisely Su Qianqians live broadcast room. Promoting a novel, it shouldnt be an illegal activity. Xia Qingqing muttered to herself, but she didnt dare to ignore the notification from the Han River Cyberspace Surveillance Brigade. So. She opened the admin panel and expertly entered a string of codes. Su Qianqians live replay, bullet comments, and viewer data were all laid bare. On another split screen. She also searched for the novel that Su Qianqian was promoting live, as well as related information. This Assassin Is Too Professional, published by Sailing Novel, authors pen name: Mr. Lin, real name: Lin Chuan, residence: Anling City. Having been a cyber police for over a year, Xia Qingqing had developed the ability to quickly catch key information. She opened the live replay, using double speed to quickly sift through relevant information. The content of the novel was of utmost importance. The bloggers behavior and the live comments were secondary. Xia Qingqings eyes were fixed on the screen, and when she saw Mr. Lin processes the crime scene, her eyebrows instinctively furrowed. This technique is indeed a bit too professional. She had graduated from the police academy, majoring in cyber security, and had specialized training in illegal information, making her highly sensitive to such material. Nevertheless, Xia Qingqing didnt rush to conclusions. She had several classmates who were novelists, and their works demonstrated a high level of expertise. Moreover, such information could be obtained through research. She kept looking. So, I devised a perfect scapegoat action plan. The scapegoat, I decided, would be the second in command, letting them fight among themselves, which I consider as my good deed. I calculated the second in commands movements and prepared to strike. Xia Qingqings eyebrows knit tightly together. This scapegoat plan seemed to have traces of a perfect crime. Especially since the evidence such as fingerprints on the weapon, DNA under the nails, scratch marks on the second in commands body, motive for the crime, eyewitnesses, and alibis were listed, the second in command was doomed to bear the name murderer! No room for rebuttal! And the real murderer, Mr. Lin, hadnt left a single trace behind. This crime scene fabrication ability is excessively strong! Xia Qingqing couldnt help but take a deep breath. If such a murder occurred in real life, could the truth really be discovered? Xia Qingqing rubbed her eyes and continued reading. Mr. Lin struck repeatedly. Mission after mission, successfully accomplished. Every crime scene was flawlessly fabricated. Xia Qingqing felt her chest was oppressively heavy, and she struggled to breathe. The author of this book is definitely a high-intelligence criminal genius! Xia Qingqing reached an astonishing conclusion. However, even if the author, Lin Chuan, was a high-intelligence criminal genius, Xia Qingqing had no way to determine whether he had committed any illegal activities. After all, he had only written a novel, not stabbed anyone! For a moment, Xia Qingqing was a bit undecided. Captain, I have a situation here that I need to report to you. Xia Qingqing took out her phone to report the situation to the Cyber Security Detachment captain. After hearing the report, the captain replied, Its fine for a novel to be written more realistically, as long as it doesnt violate the law and there are no similar cases in reality, so its not yet time to draw conclusions. Just record it for now. Xia Qingqing nodded. By the way, the canteen at the station has prepared a late-night snack, the captain reminded her. Ill go in a bit. Xia Qingqing touched her stomach, realizing she was indeed a bit hungry. Anling Police Station, canteen. Xia Qingqing ladled a bowl of Silver Fungus Soup and sat down. Qingqing, are you working the night shift? Opposite her, a female officer with a visibly tired face also holding a bowl of Silver Fungus Soup, took a seat across from Xia Qingqing. Qianqian? A smile appeared on Xia Qingqings face. The Cyber Police have to patrol the internet 24 hours a day. Its just my turn for the night shift. Thanks to you, Im here for a late-night snack. In the past, the police station didnt offer late-night snacks. But recently, both the patrol and the Criminal Police Brigade have been working overtime, and in particular the Criminal Police Brigade, which has been dealing with two consecutive murder cases, has been busier than ever. The Criminal Police Brigade was under a lot of pressure, but so far, they havent uncovered any relevant clues, and the cases remained baffling. However, as Cyber Police, Xia Qingqings knowledge of the Criminal Police Brigades affairs was limited. Shen Qianqian scooped a spoonful of the Silver Fungus Soup into her mouth, the sweetness hitting her belly, but bitterness lingered on her face. Weve been working overtime for over a week now. Youve all been under a lot of pressure lately, havent you? Xia Qingqing asked with concern. At that moment, Shen Qianqians weary face elicited a sense of sympathy. She and Shen Qianqian were university classmates; different majors, but after joining Anling Police Station, they were both hailed as the two beauties of the station, and they had a good relationship. Shen Qianqian inhaled deeply, her chest rising and falling. Yes, another murder case occurred in City East District this morning. Thats the third this month, and the entire Criminal Police Brigade hasnt stopped for a moment. These days, she had been getting only about four hours of sleep a night due to the high workload, and she looked considerably worn out. Still no clues? Xia Qingqing inquired. None, Shen Qianqian shook her head. Due to case confidentiality, she couldnt reveal too much. But, the Criminal Police Brigade still didnt have the key information to crack the case! Take, for instance, the murder case discovered that morning. The crime scene had been turned over three times, inside and out, but not a single piece of evidence could be found. It was very strange! As for nearby surveillance, the kind of thing that never works when you need it the mostit was all broken. There was a high level of public attention on these three murder cases. Many media outlets were reporting on the incidents, stirring a flurry of discussions and causing widespread anxiety. The higher-ups also issued an order, demanding they crack the case within seven days to provide a satisfactory explanation to the victims families, the public, and society. Oh, by the way, during my patrol on the internet today, I found a novel about a high-intelligence criminal assassin. It might be of help to you guys. Xia Qingqing smiled. Chapter 40 - Chapter 40: Chapter 40: Outlaws? Chapter 40: Chapter 40: Outlaws? High-intelligence crime? Shen Qianqian gave a start, her willowy brows furrowed slightly. Xia Qingqing nodded lightly, Yes, the protagonist in it is an assassin, very professional, especially in terms of fabricating the crime scene after killing the targetits called professional! Fabricating the crime scene Shen Qianqian murmured to herself. The Criminal Police Brigade had speculated in the direction of fabricating the crime scene, but due to the succession of cases that came one after another, which caught them off guard, they had a difficult time spreading out their investigations. If it really was a high-intelligence crime involving fabricating the crime scene, it would be worth a look, as it might help a bit with divergent thinking in handling future cases. Whats the name of this novel? Once Im done with these few cases, Ill take the time to read it, Shen Qianqian said with a smile. Sailing Novel, This Assassin Is Too Professional, Xia Qingqing said with a chuckle. Shen Qianqian opened the Sailing Novel app and searched. Suddenly! Her willowy brows furrowed slightly, her pupils shook, a flicker of surprise flashed through her eyes, and she immediately pictured that clean, sunny, handsome face in her mind. The author, Mr. LinLin Chuan? Qianqian, whats wrong? Xia Qingqing asked curiously, noting Shen Qianqians unusual expression. This author Shen Qianqian paused, I know him. Xia Qingqing raised an eyebrow, Tonight, the Cyberspace Surveillance Brigade informed me to identify if a book recommendation live stream involved any dissemination of criminal behavior, and they were promoting this very book of his. Shen Qianqians brows knitted together, and a flicker of surprise crossed her eyes again. Why did Lin Chuans novels always revolve around themes that walked the line of legality? Theft and swindling were still manageable. But this time, its a high-intelligence crime genre involving fabricating crime scenesand its even acclaimed as professional? Thats too real! Shen Qianqian muttered to herself. I also think its very realistic, but the captain said that its just a novel and there are no corresponding real cases, so it only needs to be recorded, Xia Qingqing said with a laugh. Shen Qianqians gaze flickered, Do you still remember the plot? Especially the part about fabricating the crime scene. Drinking her Silver Fungus Soup, Xia Qingqing looked up at Shen Qianqian in surprise, Youre not going to crack the case using this, are you? Shen Qianqian gave a gentle smile, Not really, I just want to see if I can put myself in the shoes of a criminal suspect and think about how one would fabricate a crime scene. She believed that Lin Chuan was most likely adopting the perspective of a criminal suspect in fabricating crime scenes. This was Shen Qianqians understanding of Lin Chuans writing style after reading Thief and Swindler. In Shen Qianqians mind, Lin Chuans novels had two major features. First, a first-person narrative that gives a strong sense of immersion. Second, combining the profession of the protagonist, vividly portraying its characteristics with a high degree of professionalism! In reality. In many cases where there are no leads, criminal investigation personnel need to draw upon their existing experience, think outside the box, and use new approaches to uncover relevant clues. Many bizarre cases are cracked following an inadvertently found clue which then leads to uncovering the full picture successfully. Lin Chuans novel might just become a point for divergent thinking. Okay, Ill tell you about it. Xia Qingqing nodded, finished the Silver Fungus Soup in her bowl, then took out her phone, opened This Assassin Is Too Professional, and specifically turned to the chapter on fabricating scenes, narrating it to Shen Qianqian. With Xia Qingqing acting as the narrator, Shen Qianqian was able to understand the story as quickly as possible. Especially the part about counterfeiting the crime scene. Shen Qianqian listened earnestly. However, her brows grew tighter, a trace of puzzlement emerging on her face, the more she listened, the more she felt something was amiss. It takes an insider to understand the intricacies. As a professional detective, Shen Qianqian often investigated various criminal cases, especially the murder cases that had recently increased in frequency. Looking at Lin Chuans This Assassin Is Too Professional now, she couldnt help but feel a chill down her spine. She had expected Lin Chuan to write very professionally. But these methods were indeed too professional! The forensic knowledge it involved, as well as the demonstrated ability in crime scene processing, was likely even more sophisticated than that of veteran detectives. If a few more details were perfected, one could basically conclude that this author was fully capable of committing the perfect crime in reality. The ceiling of high-IQ crimes! A lawless lunatic! Lin Chuan, youre too much of a criminal! Shen Qianqian couldnt help but mutter. In her mind, she even wondered if the three murders in Anling City were related to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan had guessed right. At this moment, everyone she saw seemed like a murderer. However, this thought flashed through Shen Qianqians mind and disappeared. Although Lin Chuan definitely had the potential to be a crime suspect, he seemed to lack a motive for crime. Why would he go stabbing people when he could be writing novels? To find inspiration? Thank you, Qingqing, Shen Qianqian said with a smile. The idea of fabricating a crime scene is very helpful for solving the case. Xia Qingqing smiled gracefully, Remember to treat me to a meal if you solve the case. I have to go back and patrol the net. Shen Qianqian smiled and returned to the Criminal Police Brigade. In the office hall. Colleagues were still discussing a murder case that was discovered this morning. The victim, a female, 30-years-old, an employee at Hengli Company, was found on March 22 at 7:13 am, at the reception area of Hengli Company on the fourth floor of Hengli Building, City East District. Initial investigations showed that the victim had multiple collision injuries, and the fatal wound appeared to be an impact to the forehead, ruling out the possibility of suffocation. At the scene of the incident, multiple walls and cabinet panels showed collision marks and blood evidence that matched the victims wounds. However, a small amount of rust was found inside the victims fatal forehead wound, suggesting death by impact from a heavy iron object. Beyond that, there were no further developments. Captain Hu Daqiang of the Criminal Police Brigade glanced over the members and asked, This month, three murders occurred in succession, causing a tremendous negative impact. The higher-ups have ordered us to solve the case within seven days, but we have no leads. What are your thoughts? After some thought, Shen Qianqian answered, Captain Hu, we are currently investigating the victims social relations, but at the crime scene, I believe there are still some doubtful points. Lets hear them, said Hu concisely. The crime scene is in Hengli Company, yet there are no signs of struggle, meaning that when the victim encountered the assault, there was no resistance whatsoever, which is illogical, Shen Qianqian began with her preliminary speculation. Captain Hu nodded. Years of experience and countless crime scenes later, he knew that in homicide cases, similar to being struck to death, there would typically be evidence of the victims struggle. Shen Qianqian continued her analysis, This suggests that there might be a situation where the scene has been tampered with, or rather, what we are seeing is not the primary scene. Captain Hu frowned, Your guess, where is the primary scene? Shen Qianqian shook her head, If the body was moved, then the primary scene should not be far from Hengli Company. We could try to extend the search; the storage room on the fifth floor, the beauty salon on the third floor, and Hengli Gym on the second floor could all be possible locations. Captain Hu nodded. That night, the Criminal Police Brigade mobilized once again to search the floors above Hengli Company. As expected! The fourth floor of the Hengli Company was not the primary scene. Weve found something! Shen Qianqian and her team detected blood evidence inside Hengli Gym. Chapter 41 - Chapter 41: Chapter 41 I’m Really Not a Suspect Chapter 41: Chapter 41 Im Really Not a Suspect Hengli Gym. Due to a homicide that occurred on the fourth floor of Hengli Company, the gym was also closed for the day on the 22nd. That night, the lights were brightly lit. Captain Hu Daqiang and officers like Shen Qianqian from Anling Citys Criminal Investigation Detachment rushed into the Hengli Gym. Captain, here, weve found traces of a blood reaction. One of the officers pointed to a corner of the gym where there was a dumbbell bench with several painted dumbbells stacked next to it. But perhaps due to not being replaced for a long time, the surface of these painted dumbbells had slight rust. Next to the dumbbell bench, spots of blue-green fluorescence emanated from the ground. A blood trace reaction detected by Luminol reagent! On one of the painted dumbbells, there was also a strong bloodstain reaction. Hu Daqiang frowned, That dumbbell is very likely to be the murder weapon! The forensic personnel immediately used a UV flashlight to check for the suspects fingerprints on it. As expected. Though there were sweat stains on the dumbbells, the gripping area made of rubber still allowed for partial fingerprint extraction. The case finally made some progress! Now, to compare the blood DNA on the dumbbell with that of the victim, and then compare the fingerprints. This was an extremely important clue. If possible, it could preliminarily lock down the crime suspect. Even if it couldnt lock down the crime suspect, there was a direction for the investigation. Captain Hu looked at Shen Qianqian with slight relief, not sparing praise for the young detective, Youve been growing rapidly. Finding the primary crime scene is largely your credit. Thank you for your praise, Captain Hu. Shen Qianqian smiled slightly, thinking that if credit was due, Lin Chuan should be acknowledged as well. His This Assassin Is Too Professional provided a way of thinking about fabricating a scene, which indeed was of great inspiration. If the case is solved, she should treat him to a meal. But! When the blood DNA test results and fingerprint comparison results came back, Shen Qianqian was utterly stunned. The blood on the painted dumbbell was confirmed to be a complete match with the DNA of the victim, Zhao Lian. But the fingerprints on the dumbbell made Shen Qianqian unable to believe her eyes. Because, upon comparison within the database, they matched Lin Chuans fingerprints exactly! Shen Qianqians eyebrows were tightly furrowed as she spaced out. Night fell, the hazy moonlight filtered through the clouds and spilled onto the brightly lit police station. The evening breeze carried the lingering spring chill, skimming over treetops, casting monster-like shadows, and then sweeping into the Criminal Investigation Detachments office, brushing past Shen Qianqians hair and whispering in her ear. Could this be a coincidence? But, was this just too much of a coincidence? Suddenly! An idea from Lin Chuans novel popped into her head: the Scapegoat Plan! Upon investigation, Lin Chuan had fitness records at the Hengli Gym, so it was normal for his fingerprints to be on the dumbbell. Shen Qianqian thought for a moment and dialed Xia Qingqings number, Qingqing, help me check Lin Chuans IP activity times. The evening breeze also blew into Lin Chuans rented room, swirling around the narrow space, assaulting Lin Chuan back and forth and causing him to shiver. Achoo! Lin Chuan was covered in goosebumps, quickly rubbing his arms to ward off the cold. Tonight. Besides the audience clamoring for playing Police Number, Su Qianqians livestream promotion of her book to attract traffic was quite effective. [Work: This Assassin Is Too Professional.] [Status: Already launched.] [Current Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 1208/3000.] Since the novel had a lengthy volume, it could not be read in a short time; therefore, the growth in average subscriptions did not seem so evident, but it was steadily rising nonetheless. The following two evenings, Su Qianqian would continue to promote the book through livestreaming. Tomorrow, the website would also arrange an exclusive promotion. Let the bullets fly for a while. I believe that This Assassin Is Too Professional will soon reach an average subscription of 3000. The sun will still rise tomorrow. A beautiful life is about to begin! But. The next day, March 23rd. The sun hadnt risen yet, and the beautiful life hadnt arrived either. Instead, an uninvited guest showed up. Thud, thud, thud. The iron door outside the rental sounded with knocks, jolting Lin Chuan awake from his deep sleep. Who is it, so early? Lin Chuan suddenly sat up, rubbed his bleary eyes, threw back the thin blanket, swung out of bed, walked to the door, and peered through the small hole in the iron door that served as a peephole. At that glance. Lin Chuan got a shock! All sleepiness vanished! The visitors outside were Officer Shen and two other detectives. Shen Officer Shen, why are you here? Lin Chuan opened the iron door of his rental, his face slightly tense. He always conducted himself with integrity, so he should have no reason to be nervous about a visit from the police, but having frequently experienced the professional lives of the criminal sector, he instinctively held a sense of awe towards the officers. Moreover, the visitor was Shen Qianqian. His only possible association with Shen Qianqian would be that of the catcher and the caught! How could he not be nervous? Shen Qianqians face was pale, with heavy bags under her eyes; she clearly hadnt slept well all night. She glanced at Lin Chuan and said earnestly, Comrade Lin Chuan, we suspect you are related to a major case. Please come with us to assist in the investigation. Lin Chuan: ??? The very thing he feared had come to pass! But I am truly a law-abiding good citizen! Officer Shen, could there be some misunderstanding here? Lin Chuan asked with a pained expression. Shen Qianqian took a deep breath and perked up a bit, Comrade Lin Chuan, we have decided to make this move only after a night of discussion and investigation. It is not appropriate to disclose the specifics here. Last night. When she learned the fingerprints on the dumbbell matched Lin Chuans, she couldnt believe it. The entire detective team worked all night long, pulled up Lin Chuans file, and began investigating him. Lin Chuan, an online novelist with two records for lock-picking and cheating techniques, has published novels like Thief, Swindler, and This Assassin Is Too Professional. The word assassin was too glaring. Hu Daqiang glanced at it and felt something was off. So, the officers started reading This Assassin Is Too Professional as part of the investigation. Upon reviewing it, the detective team quickly developed strong subjective suspicions about Lin Chuan. The killing methods and the techniques for fabricating crime scenes described in the book were too professional! So professional that even the veteran team leader Hu Daqiang felt somewhat ashamed of his own ability. But mere subjective suspicions were far from enough. Conviction required evidence. Xia Qingqing from the Cyber Security Detachment sent over Lin Chuans IP activity times, which coincided exactly with Zhao Lians time of death. At that time, Lin Chuan was communicating with his editor. Theoretically, there was no chance for him to commit the crime. Shen Qianqian believed that this could very well resemble the scapegoat plan in Lin Chuans novel. The real killer wanted to frame Lin Chuan and mislead the police. Therefore, Shen Qianqian wanted to invite Lin Chuan back to the police station to assist with the investigation, hoping to find new leads. Outside the rentals iron door. Lin Chuan looked at Shen Qianqian and the other two police officers, his face slightly bitter, Officers, I really am not a criminal suspect. Shen Qianqian smiled, Comrade Lin Chuan, we dont currently regard you as a criminal suspect, but the case is somewhat related to you. We hope you can cooperate with the investigation to find effective clues. Only then did Lin Chuan breathe a sigh of relief. As long as he wasnt a criminal suspect, that was all that mattered! Chapter 42 - Chapter 42: Chapter 42 This Technique Is Too Crude Chapter 42: Chapter 42 This Technique Is Too Crude Anling City police station. Not only Lin Chuan, but everyone who had been to Hengli Gym on the 21st was invited by the police for questioning to assist in the investigation, including Wang Zikai. Lin Chuan was given priority over others, being the first to undergo police questioning. Inside the inquiry room. Lin Chuan looked around curiously at the rooms setup. It was vastly different from an interrogation room. An interrogation room, also known as the little black room, has no windows to let in light, in its center sits a tiger bench, and on the walls hang slogans like Leniency for those who confess, severity for those who resist, all contributing to an oppressive and enclosed atmosphere. But here. Lin Chuan sat in a leather chair, the wall bore the slogan Police and public cooperation, building a safe home together, the morning breeze wafted through the window bringing with it sunlight, and gave a relatively relaxed feeling. WhewC At least its not the little black room. The main inquirer, Shen Qianqian. Two other police officers stood beside her. Going through the routine information recording, Shen Qianqian did so deftly, she even remembered Lin Chuans ID number, and then got straight to the point. Have you seen this woman before? Shen Qianqian passed the life photo of the deceased, Zhao Lian, to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan looked carefully and nodded, Ive seen her at Hengli Gym, she asked me for V, I didnt give it to her. Shen Qianqian looked up at Lin Chuan with a slight frown, Approximately when would this have been? The afternoon before yesterday, I dont remember the exact time, Lin Chuan replied. Shen Qianqian then asked, Besides that, did you meet her again on the evening of the 21st? No, I was communicating with my editor about the new book that night. The chat records are available, the IP address can be checked, Lin Chuan shook his head and added, By the way, Zhang downstairs also saw me. In the meantime. He had gone downstairs to buy a bottle of water and happened to run into Zhang immersed in a sea of videos. The websites address seemed to have changed, something Lin Chuan had not seen before. Shen Qianqian nodded, On the afternoon of the 21st at Hengli Gym, did you notice anyone suspicious around her? I didnt pay attention, Lin Chuan shook his head again, shifting in his seat, Ive only met her once, what crime is she suspected of committing? Shes dead, Shen Qianqian said. Lin Chuan looked stunned. So she was the victim in Anling Citys third murder case. But Lin Chuan had seen on Local News just yesterday, wasnt the victim found at Hengli Company? Thats the building two floors above the gym. She was found on the fourth floor, it has nothing to do with the gym on the second floor, Lin Chuan couldnt help asking, How did you come to suspect me? Shen Qianqian pondered for a moment, exchanged glances with the two officers beside her, and then said, We found her blood DNA and your fingerprints on the dumbbell in the gym. Lin Chuans pupils constricted. As a professional assassin, he quickly grasped the critical information. Hengli Company on the fourth floor, the gym on the second floor, blood DNA, dumbbell, my fingerprints With his experience from an assassins professional life, it took him only a moment to understand the twists and turns. The murderer had fabricated the murder scene and had even gone to the trouble of framing him in particular. Only This method is too clumsy, Lin Chuan couldnt help but comment. Shen Qianqians eyes, bloodshot, couldnt help but narrow, Lin Chuan, it seems you have a different opinion? Cough. Lin Chuan coughed lightly, his face bitter, I was just talking off the cuff, I only met her by chance, I had no motive to kill her. Shen Qianqian looked steadily at Lin Chuan, I know you dont have a motive for committing the crime, and you have an alibi. What I want to ask is about the poor technique you mentioned just now. What does that mean? This Lin Chuan didnt know whether he should speak or not. Shen Qianqian pointed at the slogan inside the interrogation room with her pen, Cooperation between police and citizens builds a safe and peaceful home, and said: Ive read part of your new novel This Assassin Is Too Professional. Finding the first crime scene at the gym was also inspired by your book. Dont hold back and use your professionalism to explain the poor technique you just mentioned. On behalf of Anling Police, I would like to express my gratitude. Lin Chuan shifted in his seat and muttered, Is there any tangible appreciation? Unexpectedly, Shen Qianqian heard it loud and clear and laughed, Ive already subscribed to your entire new book. Subscribed to the entire book! Lin Chuans eyes brightened, and a radiant smile spread across his face. For a writer, every subscriber is like their sustenance provider. A complete subscription is undoubtedly the most significant support. Putting aside the relationship between the police and citizens, Lin Chuan would be more than happy to help a true fan who has subscribed to his whole series with a small favor. Last time, Lin Chuan even went to help a reader catch a cheater. But lets get back to the case at hand. Lin Chuan became serious, Whether I have a complete subscription or not doesnt matter. It is my duty to maintain social order and cooperate with the work of the police officers! Your awareness is quite high, Shen Qianqian said with a smile, as she tidied up the hair on her forehead, Lets get back to the case. How exactly was the killers technique poor? Lin Chuan pondered for a moment: Based on my experience Hmm? Inside the interrogation room, it was as if a sudden gust of cold wind had blown through. Shen Qianqian and the other two police officers simultaneously looked up at Lin Chuan, their eyes filled with curiosity and astonishment. Based on your experience? What experience? Lin Chuan tugged at the corner of his mouth and hurriedly explained: I mean, based on my experience of plotting novel scenarios, this would be considered a technique to confuse and mislead, but its very clumsy. Shen Qianqian moved her pen and began to record. The two officers beside her frowned slightly. Can plotting scenarios for novels really be equated with real-life murder cases? Lin Chuan continued, If the gym is the primary crime scene, then he merely moved the body to the fourth floor to stage another scene. However, if he didnt treat the gym specially and left blood DNA behind, thats a significant oversight. Shen Qianqian and the two officers exchanged glances, their brows furrowing slightly. Lin Chuan exhaled, There is a key point of doubt here. What doubt? Curiosity was thick in Shen Qianqians expression. What was the purpose of the killer staging the crime scene? Lin Chuan countered. Shen Qianqian thought for a moment: To erase as much of the original evidence of the crime as possible, misleading the police investigation, and clearing his own suspicion. Thats exactly it. Lin Chuan nodded, Typically, if someone stages a crime scene, they would clean the original scene to prevent investigative officers from discovering it. Right, nodded Shen Qianqian. If he managed to stage the crime scene, it indicates that he might have premeditated it for a long time. But if the gym is the first scene, why didnt he treat it specially? Lin Chuan analyzed. Hiss! Shen Qianqian took a deep breath. Now. The Criminal Investigation Team was focusing their investigation around the Hengli Gym. But Lin Chuans question suddenly plunged the three officers present into doubt. Why didnt he treat the gym specially, leaving behind the victims blood DNA and even the murder weapon? Shen Qianqian looked at Lin Chuan in astonishment. Lin Chuans analysis was logical and structured, not resembling a novelist at all, but rather a seasoned criminal detective, or even a forensic expert with a wealth of experience! Chapter 43 - Chapter 43: Chapter 43 Is He Too Professional? Chapter 43: Chapter 43 Is He Too Professional? Shen Qianqian pondered for a long time, her expression growing solemn, and she felt a chill run down her spine, Do you mean that the traces at the scene were deliberately left by the murderer? Deliberately tampering with the scene and leaving clues to mislead the police and delay the solving of the case. With each passing day in a homicide case, the likelihood of it becoming an unsolved mystery increases. Because it is very possible that the murderer would take this opportunity to destroy clues and evidence, escaping justice forever. Lin Chuan shook his head, This is just a deduction based on my novel experience, after all, I have never seen any crime scene or related clues. If you want to get a definite answer, I need to see the crime scene to know. In This Assassin Is Too Professional, he was endowed with homicide case handling ability. When it comes to falsifying a scene, he was more professional than criminal investigators and forensic doctors. However, he must see the scene to be sure. Lin Chuan, wait a moment, I will ask for Captain Hus instructions, Shen Qianqian pursed her lips and deeply looked at Lin Chuan before making a decision. Criminal Police Brigade, office. Captain Hu, I request to take Lin Chuan to Hengli Gym, Shen Qianqian went straight to the point as soon as she entered the door. Hu Daqiang put down the paperwork in hand, his eyes lighting up, Is he going to identify the scene? Shen Qianqian pursed her lips, We analyzed last night, he has no suspicion of committing the crime, now we are inviting him to the crime scene to assist in the investigation. Thats not according to protocol. Hu Daqiang frowned slightly, appearing troubled. The regulations clearly stipulate that only criminal police personnel and other relevant individuals can enter and inspect a crime scene. Others, like Lin Chuan who is a civilian, simply cannot gain access. Shen Qianqian thought for a moment, Now we have only six days left to solve the case, but we havent even inspected the clues at the crime scene. Hu Daqiang stared steadily at Shen Qianqian and asked, Lin Chuan is neither a criminal detective nor a forensic doctor, do you think by going to the scene he can actually inspect the clues? But I believe his expertise is no less than that of an experienced detective, Shen Qianqian argued, You saw his novel last night, too; his ability to fake a crime scene is not to be underestimated, perfectly fitting the profile of a high IQ criminal. I think he could be of great help to our investigation. Hu Daqiang furrowed his brow. Then, he picked up the thermos on the desk, took a sip, and shook his head, Its still too risky, it would be difficult if it comes to the attention of the higher-ups. Difficult means that theres still a way, right? Shen Qianqian blinked. Hu Daqiang gave a wry smile and said, How certain are you that he can find clues at the scene? Shen Qianqian pursed her lips and nodded, Eighty percent certain. Then go outside and wait for me at the door, Captain Hu instructed, Oh, and close the door when you leave. Shen Qianqian was momentarily startled but complied nonetheless. Bang. The door closed. However, the sound insulation of the office door wasnt very effective, and Shen Qianqian suddenly heard the wailing of Hu Daqiang from inside. Chief, I cant do this job as captain! Lacking forensic doctors, staff, and equipment, how am I supposed to solve the case? Now, without a single clue, you might as well fire me! Seven days! I cant solve the case at all! Wuu wuu wuu If you cant send someone from above, the only option I have left is to hire an outside genius detective. We are dealing with three human lives, and I have no other choice. You might as well fire me. Not long after. Its settled. Hu Daqiang casually walked out of the office. Shen Qianqian tugged at the corner of her mouth, Captain Hu, you Hu Daqiang laughed heartily, I just called the chief commissioner, he has always had complete trust in the way I handle things. Lets go, Ill personally take you, to ensure that nothing goes wrong. Shen Qianqian responded with a forced smile. And so, Hu Daqiang, with Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian in tow, hurried to Hengli Building. The police car wailed through Anling City, speeding across highways busy with traffic through the dawn light, straight to the scene of the crime. At this moment, At the bottom of Hengli Building, there were police officers standing guard, sealing off the gym on the second floor and Hengli Company on the fourth floor. The moment the police car stopped, People nearby immediately surged forward with cameras and microphones in hand. These were the major media outlets of Anling City. Captain Hu, is there any new clue in the case now? With three homicides occurring one after another, what do you think is the root cause? Do you have confidence in solving the case within seven days? Currently, not only Anling City but also Han River Province was paying close attention to the progress of these three homicide cases, as the public opinion was overwhelming. Many journalists from the media were lingering around the crime scenes of all three cases, always ready for first-hand clues and news. Facing the journalists, Hu Daqiang waved his hand, The investigation is in progress and orderly, no further information can be disclosed. Having said that, he led Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian, and the forensic experts upstairs. Lin Chuan, Officer Shen highly recommended you for assisting with the investigation. I hope you wont let us down! Hu Daqiang looked at Lin Chuan and spoke in earnest. But in his heart, he still had doubts. Lin Chuan, a 24-year-old writer of online literature, had penned the intellectually intriguing and perfect crime novel This Assassin Is Too Professional, and despite possessing considerable knowledge, investigating a case, especially a crime scene inspection, was worlds apart from fiction. On the fourth floor, Hengli Company. Lin Chuan, wearing shoe covers and gloves, stepped over the police tape and entered Hengli Company. On the floor, outlines of the body were drawn for positioning the corpse, which lay on its side. Near the body, there were traces of handprints skidding across the surface. In addition, At the reception desk, there were two bloodstains from the victims collision, with no signs of struggle. This crime scene fabrication is still too amateurish, Lin Chuan reached his first conclusion. Shen Qianqian frowned and asked, Why do you say that? Lin Chuan walked to the front desk, pointed at the two bloodstains and explained, These correspond to the wounds on the victims forehead. If her hands were not restrained, they would instinctively move to block and protect herself when her head was struck. Yet, there are no signs of the victim attempting to block in either collision. Therefore, this is a clumsy postmortem fabrication. On the way, Lin Chuan had signed a confidentiality agreement and also seen photos of the injuries of the victim, Zhao Lian, whose hands bore no marks of strangulation. Shen Qianqian and Hu Daqiang exchanged glances, their eyes revealing a trace of shock. This was basically consistent with the conclusions drawn by the Criminal Police Brigade. However, the Criminal Police Brigade spent several hours surveying the scene and analyzing the situation before arriving at this discussion, while it took Lin Chuan less than ten minutes to come to the same conclusion. Isnt this efficiency a bit too professional? And besides, how could he be so familiar with a persons reflexive response to stress if he hadnt slashed a few people himself? It surely couldnt be that he was actually a genius detective, could it? Chapter 44 - Chapter 44: Chapter 44 I’m Just Putting Myself in the Suspect’s Shoes Chapter 44: Chapter 44 Im Just Putting Myself in the Suspects Shoes Why are you all looking at me like that? Lin Chuan noticed the subtle glances exchanged between Shen Qianqian and Hu Daqiang, and with a slight furrow in his brow, he asked. Shen Qianqians willow-like eyebrows crinkled as she intently gazed at Lin Chuan, Lin Chuan, Im a bit curious, how did you come to know all this? Lin Chuans face darkened as he defensively said, I learned about it while doing research for a novel, do you believe me? Believe I guess. Shen Qianqian opened and closed her small mouth, her face showing an uncertain expression. Believe that answer? As if. Way too abstract! Lin Chuan sighed softly. Im here to help you solve the case, yet youre always doubting the legitimacy of my knowledge. Cough, even though it really isnt legitimate. But thats in the Virtual World; here in the real world, Im still a law-abiding good citizen. Let it be, let it be. Continuing the investigation for the sake of being a true loyal fan, I suppose. Do we need to keep investigating here? Hu Daqiang looked toward Lin Chuan, his tone clearly seeking Lin Chuans opinion now. Lets go to the 2nd floor, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Lin Chuan had already figured out the crime scene on the 4th floor. The killers technique in fabricating the scene seemed rather clumsy in his eyes. 2nd floor, Hengli Gym. The three of them crossed the police line, still wearing shoe covers and gloves. The gym was arranged neatly with various exercise equipment, and it felt a bit stuffy due to the lack of open windows. There werent many traces at the scene. Shen Qianqian took out more than a dozen photographs, showing the bloodstain reactions detected by the Luminol Reagent. Lin Chuan took the photographs and compared them against the scene one by one. After a while. Lin Chuan concluded, This here, is indeed not the primary crime scene. Shen Qianqian and Hu Daqiangs pupils suddenly contracted. Especially Hu Daqiang, his brow furrowed deeply, his face filled with a puzzled look, Comrade Lin Chuan, after determining that the 4th floor wasnt the primary scene, we immediately started searching, and we discovered the victims DNA here as well. This isnt the primary scene either? Shen Qianqian was better off; she had heard this hypothesis from Lin Chuans mouth before, but seeing how certain he was, she couldnt help but ask, How do you determine that this isnt the primary scene? Lin Chuan smiled. Then, he took out a photograph, an overhead shot looking down at the entire scene with the Luminol Reagents blood reaction, covered in blue-green fluorescence. Lin Chuan pointed at the photo and said, Look at this photograph, what shape are the blood reactions in? Shen Qianqian tilted her head, leaning slightly towards Lin Chuan, and looked seriously at the photo, The bloodstain reactions are in an irregular oval distribution. Is there a problem with that? Hu Daqiang also asked, frowning. Lin Chuan smiled, Friends who frequently engage in killing know that blood continues to flow after it pours out of the human body. If it lands on a flat surface, it will spread outwards, forming a pool of blood. Hu Daqiang nodded in agreement. With years of criminal police experience, indeed, as Lin Chuan suggested, blood flowing out of a body would form a pool on a flat surface. But then, how does this match up with the irregular oval-shaped blood reaction pattern in the gym? Why does Lin Chuan say this isnt the primary scene? Shen Qianqian also looked doubtfully at Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, then explained, Look here, this part of the floor has a slight slope. Its imperceptible unless youre feeling for it. That means, if the victim truly died here, the blood that flowed out, when encountering this sloped floor, would have traveled in lines, not forming an irregular oval-shaped pool as it would on a level floor. Shen Qianqian crouched down, and gently, with gloved hands, touched the floor, lightly brushing over it. Indeed. There was a subtle slope! Shen Qianqian, still a young detective, now looked at Lin Chuan with suspicion and surprise in her eyes. Lin Chuans investigation experience was scarily shrewd. Or could it be that he truly often engaged in killing and had specialized research on how the blood from his victims flowed? If that were the case, how many people would he have to kill? A pathological killer? Shen Qianqian shook her head and quickly dismissed this horrifying thought. Hu Daqiang also swallowed hard. The newcomers performed very well, Lin Chuans line of reasoning was about to make his face, as an old criminal police officer, burn with embarrassment. Thirteen years of cases, all for nothing! Take a look at Lin Chuan. He was so meticulous, meticulous enough to detect the slightest incline in a patch of ground and its implications for the flow of blood. Hu Daqiang completely put away his underestimation and asked earnestly, Comrade Lin, your reasoning is very sound. Since this is not the primary crime scene, where would the primary crime scene be? The primary crime scene was crucial for solving the case. He hadnt considered that the murderer would be so cunning as to fabricate two scenes in a row, to confuse the polices hearing and sight, and to mislead the direction of the investigation. Lin Chuan smiled, I believe youve already deduced that the victim was 165 cm tall and weighed about 60 kg. The killer, when moving the body to stage the scene, wouldnt have gone too far from the original crime scene. Shen Qianqian nodded, Right. But if he had time to fabricate two scenes one after another, it means he had ample time to destroy the primary scene, Lin Chuan said. Officer Shen and Hu Daqiangs faces immediately grew somber. Hu Daqiang furrowed his brows, Does that mean the lead has been lost again? Lin Chuan shook his head and smiled, If we cant find evidence at these two scenes, we can investigate from a different angle, cant we? Which direction? Hu Daqiangs train of thought was already following Lin Chuans. Put yourself in the killers shoes and imagine you are someone who needs to fabricate two crime scenes and clean up the primary scene. What would you need? Lin Chuan asked, smiling. Hu Daqiang, as a seasoned criminal police officer, instantly understood Lin Chuans idea, his eyes lighting up, Are you talking about tools? To clean up a scene, one must possess tools. Especially to clean up bloodstains, one might use disinfectant, Luminol Reagent, or bleach powder. But thats not all. One would also need towels that could absorb blood, a bucket of water, a mop for wiping the floor, and so on. Exactly. Lin Chuan nodded and said with gravity, embodying a great detective, Based on the clues we have, I infer that his method of fabricating the scene was not professional. Lets put ourselves in the killers shoes. Firstly, after the murderer used a dumbbell to kill the victim, he began to erase her traces, carrying or holding her to the fourth floor of Hengli Company, then fabricated the first scene inside Hengli Company. Secondly, he returned to the scene to collect blood, took the murder weapon, the dumbbell, into Hengli Gym, and fabricated the second scene. Thirdly, he started cleaning up the original crime scene. This is also the most critical step. Its best to first use towels or paper towels to absorb the blood, because if one were to wash it away with water, it would cause a large area of blood to spread and it wouldnt completely remove the bloodstains, thus not avoiding a reaction with the Luminol Reagent. Then, begin using disinfectant or perhaps The last step is to deal with the cleaning tools. If he was foolish, he might take all the tools with him. But with high-definition cameras monitoring the elevators, underground parking lot, and the street outside, carrying the tools would make it very easy to get caught. Therefore, if he was a bit smarter, he would hide these tools within Hengli Building, in a place he considers safe. And that place should be on the fifth floor. Because the fourth and second floors were staged scenes, the goal is to direct the polices attention to below the fourth floor. The real crime scene is very likely to be the warehouse on the fifth floor. Hisss! After listening, Shen Qianqian took a deep breath and stared steadily at Lin Chuan. The steps were too clear! Officer Shen, Im just adopting the perspective of the suspect, dont look at me like that. Novelists talk about immersion when writing books, and its the same with reasoning, Lin Chuan explained immediately. Fearing that Shen Qianqian would pull out a pair of silver handcuffs, clink them shut, and place them on his own wrists. Taken away! Chapter 45 - Chapter 45: Chapter 45 This is a different price Chapter 45: Chapter 45 This is a different price In the gym. Shen Qianqian rarely showed a smile, Lin Chuan, Im just amazed at your ability to immerse in reasoning. The thought of kidnapping you was fleeting. Lin Chuans mouth twitched as he hastily waved his hands, Officer Shen, you have to trust your authors fans. Since when did I become your fan? Shen Qianqian was taken aback. You subscribed to everything, which, in my book, means youre a fan, Lin Chuan laughed. Having subscribed to everything, what else could it be if not being a fan? Shen Qianqians eyes flashed with an unusual color as she gave a bitter laugh, If you put it that way, then sure. Your book This Assassin Is Too Professional is indeed professional, and so are you! It was rare for Lin Chuan to receive recognition from Shen Qianqian, and he grinned with a smile. Lin Chuan concluded his analysis here. Hu and Shen knew what they had to do. They immediately contacted the criminal investigation squad to conduct a thorough search of the fifth floor. The fifth floor housed Hengli Companys warehouse. At the end of the corridor was the bathroom. In the small utility room next to the bathroom, investigators found a newly opened but nearly empty bottle of disinfectant at the very bottom. That alone was not enough to serve as evidence. The warehouse manager of Hengli Company hurried over, unlocking the warehouse for the police. This time. The investigation work was personally conducted by Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan first took a look around the warehouse. Two windows here were open, there was no unusual smell inside, and there wasnt much dust on the floorit looked like it had been wiped clean. The bottoms of the stacked cardboard boxes also appeared slightly damp. Lin Chuan scrutinized these cardboard boxes over and over. In his mind, he imagined a 30-year-old woman facing an attacker and thought about how she might resist and try to escape. An abstract approach to solving the case! Finally, Lin Chuans mouth curved into a smile. He had successfully immersed himself into the scenario! On one of the stacked cardboard boxes in the corner, he found an indentation from an impact. Hows it going? Shen Qianqian pursed her lips and asked. Lin Chuan didnt speak but instead stepped out the door, studying the lock on the warehouse. The door lock of the warehouse was of super B-grade core, with no signs of having been tampered with. Afterward. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and looked at Shen Qianqian, This place is the primary crime scene. Shen Qianqian, Hu Daqiang, the detectives present, and the warehouse manager of Hengli Company, were all shocked. This place is the primary crime scene? The detectives immediately detained the warehouse manager. Shen Qianqian inquired, How can you be sure this is the primary crime scene? Lin Chuan smiled and pointed to the open windows, Officer Shen, this place stores cardboard-boxed goods with moisture-proof labels, yet during the damp weather of March, those two windows were wide open. I have reason to suspect it was to allow the disinfectants scent to dissipate more quickly. Under normal circumstances. With the windows open for ventilation, the disinfectants smell could evaporate clean in about 1 to 3 hours. But in a closed environment, its pungent odor could linger in the air for a long time. Shen Qianqian nodded and then said solemnly, This deduction is indeed plausible. Lin Chuan continued to explain, This is a warehouse, yet the floor is exceptionally clean, and the bottoms of the cardboard boxes are slightly wet. Its very likely someone wiped the place down. Besides that, I also found this cardboard box. A cardboard box with a dented side suddenly appeared before everyones eyes. The dent in the cardboard box looked like an impact from a dumbbell. Hisss! Everyone drew in a sharp breath, then expressions of surprise spread across their faces. If the material of the dumbbell could be detected on the cardboard box, matching the dent from its impact, or if the victims DNA were found, this would be the primary crime scene. The first crime scene was found, could solving the case be far behind? It was within arms reach! Because Lin Chuan had already examined the door lock, There are no signs of forced entry on this lock, so the person with the key to the warehouse is very likely the murderer! Everyone simultaneously turned their gaze towards the warehouse manager. This uncle in his fifties almost went weak at the knees and quickly said, Its not just me who has a key, Vice President Li also has one! Hu Daqiang returned to the police station with the relevant evidence, laughing heartily, to carry out the tests. As expected! The DNA of the victim was detected on the cardboard box. The suspect was immediately identified. The elderly warehouse manager, Vice President Li of Hengli Company. After pinpointing the suspect, the case became much easier to crack, with just a search for related information and the corresponding evidence needed. Knowing the answer, retracing the process is always somewhat simpler. Eventually. The evidence was incontrovertible, and Vice President Li of Hengli Company confessed to the crime. Case solved! As the evening advanced, a faint purple hue rose on the horizon. Clouds like fish scales spread across the western half of the sky, turned red by the dying sun, emitting streaks of afterglow that fell upon the neatly arranged cityscape of Anling City. Outside the police station, a crowd of journalists surrounded the area, making it impenetrable. Captain Hu, could you tell us your secret to solving cases so quickly? Rumor has it that you enlisted the help of a genius detective; is that true? Is this genius detective the same person who was nicknamed the Gambling King in the last anti-gambling campaign? Lin Chuan had been seen by quite a few people. The last anti-gambling campaign had earned him the moniker of the Gambling King. Many reporters from Anling City still had some recollection of him, so they all pursued the detectives of the Anling City Criminal Investigation Squadron for answers. In the office of the Criminal Investigation Squadron. Hu Daqiangs smile was wider than an AKs barrel, almost turning into a lopsided dragon king. He personally brewed a fine cup of Longjing tea for Lin Chuan, chuckling, Comrade Lin, we owe you big time for this case, or who knows how long it would have dragged on! Lin Chuan took the Longjing tea, took a sip, and honestly said, Captain Hu, maybe you should give me a full subscription? A full subscription? Hu Daqiang, who didnt usually follow novels, didnt understand the term full subscription. It means to subscribe to all of his novels, like that one This Assassin Is Too Professional, explained Shen Qianqian with a smile. After solving the case. Shen Qianqian looked radiant, her tiredness gone, her high ponytail revealing her exquisitely beautiful facean impressive and spirited police flower! A full subscription, no problem! Hu Daqiang laughed heartily, slipping in a bit of Cantonese, and then immediately pulled out his phone, fully subscribing to This Assassin Is Too Professional under Shen Qianqians guidance. After subscribing fully, Hu Daqiang squeezed his eyebrows, Comrade Lin, I was wondering if youre free tomorrow? Lin Chuan looked at Hu Daqiang with suspicion, Whats up? Hu Daqiang grinned, seeming very amicable, Comrade Lin, Ill be frank with you, weve only solved one case; there are still two unsolved murders. The superiors are pressing hard, and the citizens of Anling City are waiting for a just outcome. Captain Hu, this Lin Chuans lips twitched, seemingly reluctant to continue. Comrade Lin, whats the matter? Hu Daqiang leaned in slightly, asking with concern. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, This would be a separate charge! Im just a writer, how could I be solving cases with the police every day? I need a raise! Chapter 46 - Chapter 46: Chapter 46: Don’t Let Him Commit a Crime! Chapter 46: Chapter 46: Dont Let Him Commit a Crime! Comrade Lin, sure, sure, Hu Daqiangs square face, his thick eyebrows raised, revealed a smile, If you have any ideas, feel free to speak up, and I will do my utmost to satisfy you! Lin Chuans eyes lit up, showing a look of anticipation, Really? Of course! Hu Daqiang patted his chest. Captain Hu, could you help promote my novel? Lin Chuan asked after a moment of thought. Lin Chuan had a clear goal in mind. What he needed to focus on now was to increase the Average Subscription of This Assassin Is Too Professional and reach 3,000 Popularity Value. It would not only make money but also allow him to experience a new professional life and earn new skills. As the saying goes, the more skills you have, the more paths you can take. Jack of all trades, master of none. At present, the Popularity Value (Average Subscription) of This Assassin Is Too Professional was: 1809/3000. Just 1181 more to go, time to step it up! No problem! Hu Daqiang agreed without a second thought, then took out his phone immediately, Ill start promoting it right away, starting with the Criminal Police Brigade. When the reporters come for the interview later, Ill help you promote it as well. In the Criminal Police Brigades communication group, Hu Daqiangs sent out the novel link was quickly followed by a lengthy advertisement endorsement. Shen Qianqian, standing to one side, glanced at the message on her phone and muttered, Captain Hu, Director Zhang is also in the group. Hu Daqiangs face turned pale. Oh no! He had forgotten that Director Zhang didnt allow advertisements in the group. However, taking a look at Lin Chuan, Hu Daqiang quickly regained his composure, quite dominantly, Even if Director Zhang sees it, hell have to give Comrade Lin a full subscription. Having cracked the case, confidence was high! Shen Qianqian thought back to the scene of Hu Daqiang pleading to Director Zhang Biao that morning, she pursed her lips, struggling to hold back her laughter, and giggled secretly. Lin Chuan, unaware of the true situation, nodded his head. The captain of the Criminal Investigation Brigade sure had guts! Walking out of the office. Shen Qianqian, in her police uniform, with a smile on her face, walked on her way off work, her high ponytail bobbing with her movements, like gentle breezes supporting new willows, swaying with grace, Lin Chuan, thanks to you, otherwise I would have had to work overtime tonight. Lin Chuan smiled, If you want to express your gratitude, why not consider giving another full subscription? I only have one account, Shen Qianqian said, her lips slightly pursed, but I could invite you for a meal; we can also call Qiqi and Wang Zikai along. Lin Chuan touched his belly and wasnt overly courteous, Alright then. You seem quite troubled? Shen Qianqian tilted her head to look at Lin Chuan, her lively and sparkling eyes blinking, like the vibrant spring breeze and bright warm sun that touched his heart and settled within it. Lin Chuan quickly shook his head, Its not that big a deal. Elsewhere. Not long after Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian had left, Hu Daqiang received a call from Director Zhang Biao. Director Zhang, we cracked the case! The first thing that Hu Daqiang said was to bring good news! I know, youve cracked the case, your Criminal Investigation Brigade has done a great job, with major contributions, Ive noted that, came Zhang Biaos deep voice from the other end of the phone, but dont get complacent, there are still two cases unsolved, and the longer it takes, the harder theyll be to crack. Rest assured, Director Zhang, we guarantee to crack the case! Hu Daqiang said with a beaming smile. Additionally, we still need to maintain a clean communication environment in the group chat. The novel promotion you just did, dont let it happen again. Director Zhang Biao casually reminded him. Hu Daqiang immediately responded, Director Zhang, what you said is correct, for any other novel I wouldnt even glance at it, but this one is different! Whats different about it? Zhang Biao asked back. Hu Daqiang smiled, Director Zhang, we were able to crack the case involving Hengli Company in such a short time mainly because of this novel! Nonsense! Zhang Biao, who had a background in criminal investigation, scowled upon hearing this, A mere novel can solve a case? Hu Daqiang, you might fool the new recruits, but not me. Hu Daqiang quickly explained, Youre a seasoned detective, so the novel itself indeed cannot solve the case, but the author of this novel is somewhat extraordinary. Tell me, whats so extraordinary? Zhang Biao smiled, without putting on much airs. But apparently, he didnt believe a novel author could solve crimes. And to even receive an evaluation: fantastical. Pure nonsense! Director Zhang, I reported to you this morning and requested a genius detective. I was referring to the author of this novel. He successively inspected the 4th and 2nd floors, accurately determined that the scenes were forged, and identified the 5th floor as the primary crime scene Hu Daqiang went into painstaking detail, reporting the ins and outs to Zhang Biao. On the other end of the phone. Zhang Biaos frown deepened, and doubts began to rise in his mind. As a professional and seasoned detective, Zhang Biao, after hearing Hu Daqiangs account, could sense Lin Chuans astonishing performance during the investigation. But hearing is not like seeing. A novel author, can he really solve crimes? And to do so with such clean efficiency? While Zhang Biaos skepticism had not diminished, he became highly interested in Lin Chuan and asked Hu Daqiang, Do you mean to say his novel also possesses a high level of professionalism? Right! Hu Daqiang chuckled, and immediately turned into Lin Chuans salesman, You see, there arent many young people like Lin Chuan with a flair for criminal investigation and a sense of social responsibility. Director Zhang, why not make a full subscription yourself, as a way to support Lin Chuan? Zhang Biao laughed heartily, I should indeed support him, but, whats a full subscription? It means subscribing to all the chapters of his novel. You just download the Sailing Novel app on your phone now, then search This Assassin Is Too Professional, and youll find his book. Remember to go for the full subscription, Hu Daqiang laughed. Zhang Biao nodded, Got it. Ill see what level of writing our criminal investigation genius has achieved. You go ahead and read first, Director Zhang. There are reporters all over outside the police station; Ill go handle them, said Hu Daqiang. In the Directors office of the Anling City Police Station. Zhang Biao ended the call with Hu Daqiang. After that, he followed the steps reported by Hu Daqiang, downloaded the Sailing Novel app, searched for This Assassin Is Too Professional, and opened the novel. Zhang Biaos gaze fell on the novel, and he smiled with interest, How professional can a novel be that has received such high praise from Hu Daqiang? In his youth, Zhang Biao was obsessed with martial arts novels. The phrase A true hero serves his country and his people led him to embark on the path of a criminal detective, with the resolve to punish the wicked and eradicate evil. After starting work, he hadnt had the time to read a novel seriously for a long time. If it were not for Hu Daqiangs strong recommendation, he almost certainly would not have clicked on Lin Chuans novel. Zhang Biao steadied his spirit and entered Lin Chuans Assassin World. I am an assassin. Some call me the king of the dark night, others a reaper amongst men. But, no one has seen me. Because anyone who has seen me, is dead. To kill is to indulge in sentiments and enmities. It can stop injustice, it can execute justice. But what happens after the killing? Is it to find redemption for ones soul, or to sink into suffering, never finding peace? I will tell you with my own experiences, what should be done after killing, and what will happen? In the end, I will advise you. Turn yourself in, the police are all outside. Twilight gave way to the night sky. Zhang Biao came back to his senses, the sky outside his office had darkened. He looked at the time. 19:06. He had been engrossed in Lin Chuans This Assassin Is Too Professional for over an hour. HuC Zhang Biao took a long breath, recalling the contents of the novel, combined with Hu Daqiangs praise of Lin Chuan, he muttered to himself: Meticulous surveying, professional knowledge, extensive experience, scrupulous thinking, terrifying capacity to forge a crime scene Afterwards. Zhang Biao opened his chat with Hu Daqiang and clicked hold to talk: Hu Daqiang, keep a close eye on this kid Lin Chuan, make absolutely sure he doesnt commit any crimes! Chapter 47 - Chapter 47: Chapter 47 Anti-fans Arrive Chapter 47: Chapter 47 Anti-fans Arrive Night had fallen. At the Anling Riverbank, a small shop glowed under the night sky, its few yellow, gentle lights casting halos on the stone-paved entrance path, complementing the twinkling stars above. A gentle breeze fluttered the corner of the shops curtain, also tossing Shen Qianqians smooth hair into disarray. Inside the shop, Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian were sitting by the window. At that moment, Shen Qianqian had changed out of her uniform and into casual clothes, a white chiffon blouse with jeans below, and white canvas shoes on her feet. Her face, tired from days of overtime, was now revitalized, fair and delicate, exquisitely sweet. Indeed, not working overtime could rejuvenate a person. Shen Qianqian adjusted the little curl on her forehead and said with a light smile, Lin Chuan, Qiqi said that Wang Zikai has a fever, so they cant come. Lin Chuan took a sip of jasmine tea and smiled awkwardly, Uh, Wang Zikai told me too. Two minutes ago. Wang Zikai sent a message: Brother, seize the opportunity well! Lin Chuan only replied with an ellipsis. Old Wang really never forgot to consider his brothers lifetime matters, getting a fever at crucial times, leaving Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian alone together. Its the thought that counts! However, the atmosphere between the two was somewhat awkward. Because Lin Chuan had only wanted to freeload a meal and had not anticipated that Wang Zikai and Xue Qiqi would stand them up. He didnt know what topics to talk about with Shen Qianqian. With others around, he could chat away, but alone, it was as if his mouth had been sewn shut, and he couldnt squeeze out a sentence for the life of him. That was, perhaps, the predicament boys face when alone with a girl. Fortunately, Shen Qianqian took the initiative to speak, Lin Chuan, where did you learn those investigative techniques from? Lin Chuan was taken aback, Officer Shen, why do you ask that? Shen Qianqian pursed her lips, her clear eyes staring earnestly at Lin Chuan as she said sincerely, I think you have a lot of criminal potential. Cough! Lin Chuan choked on the jasmine tea, coughing harshly, Officer Shen, you cant talk recklessly like that! Shen Qianqian burst into laughter, revealing shallow dimples, Isnt that the case? Thats a dangerous thought! Lin Chuan said with a wry smile, And here I was, thinking you were a true fan today, only to find out youre an anti-fan. Number one anti-fan! Day in and day out wanting to drag me away and subject me to severe interrogation! The professional habit of a detective was such, to want to check if anyone had a case on them and then bring them back to the police station to boost their performance. Shen Qianqian chuckled, You still havent answered my question. Lin Chuan looked into Shen Qianqians sincere eyes and thought for a moment, If youve forged a thousand crime scenes, then investigating a scene would be as simple as drinking water to you. In terms of investigating cases or conducting interrogations, Lin Chuan wasnt an expert. But when it came to examining crime scenes, he was second to none. Because he had indeed forged countless crime scenes! Shen Qianqians eyes widened, Who could have forged so many scenes? Thats why it depends on talent, Lin Chuan replied with a smile. So, youre saying youre a Criminal Investigation Genius? Shen Qianqians eyes twinkled, and she began to smile. Thanks for the compliment, Lin Chuan grinned. Shen Qianqian smiled as well. By the riverside cafe, the evening breeze gently blew, and the atmosphere between the two eased considerably. Lin Chuan took a light sniff of the breeze. The Anling River was well-maintained; there was no stench, and the night breeze carried the fresh scent of riverside herbs, refreshing the spirit. This feeling was somewhat peculiar. Although Lin Chuan was a professional web novel writer, even he couldnt accurately describe it. Perhaps, it was the prospect of a bright tomorrow beckoning him. 9:06 PM, still not too late. After mooching a meal off Shen Qianqian, Lin Chuan returned to his rented house feeling refreshed and then eagerly checked the Popularity Value. [Work: This Assassin Is Too Professional.] [Status: Available now.] [Popularity Value: 2005/3000.] Lin Chuan frowned slightly and mumbled to himself, Su Qianqian should still be live streaming to promote the book, right? The conversion effect is much worse than yesterday. After yesterdays live stream, the Average Subscription had spiked by the thousands, but now the surge was much less impressive. When something is abnormal, theres bound to be a reason. Lin Chuans brows were knitted together; he opened the Quick Shake live streaming platform and entered Su Qianqians live stream room. Inside the live stream room. Su Qianqian sat quietly in a small floral dress, her delicate oval face featuring a high-bridged nose and her soft hair lazily tied behind her head. Her lips were lightly pressed together, her eyebrows slightly furrowed, giving her a somewhat pitiable look. It seemed her state was rather off. On the right side of the screen was the content of Lin Chuans novel This Assassin Is Too Professional. Lin Chuans eyes sharpened, his gaze falling on the barrage of comments streaming past. These comments were not as harmonious as they were during yesterdays live stream; on the contrary, they were full of aggression. [Qianqian, this book is written so realistically, it doesnt seem fictitious at all. Do you still want to promote it and drive traffic to him?] [Its clear this is a novel inciting crime; why would you recommend it?] [I have read this novel, its all the authors own criminal facts!] [Qianqian, dont be foolish, stop promoting his book right away!] [Too criminal, wouldnt reading this book get you a ten-plus year sentence?] [Guys, this live stream promotes crime novels, lets report it!] [] The glaring text caught Lin Chuans eye. He immediately understood the situation. No wonder the rise in the Average Subscription wasnt significant, and Su Qianqians live stream seemed off; it was the anti-fans at work. Where did these anti-fans come from? Lin Chuan could more or less guess. Wherever there are people, there is a Martial World. The web novel circle is the same, its not a sanctuary; on the contrary, even if the writers are minding their own business, typing away in front of their computers, there are still those who choose to wage war through the internet. Jealousy and tangled interests often lead to major spat battles. For Lin Chuan, it was a case of sitting at home, and trouble comes knocking. The people in the live stream room were most likely not Lin Chuans anti-fans, but rather paid trolls hired by someone. Could it be because of the Heroes Compete event last time, where I gained too much attention and attracted jealousy, or did it touch somebodys interests? Lin Chuan thought to himself. The biggest suspects were two authors: Handon and Hongmei. Because Lin Chuan had claimed the top spot in Heroes Compete, which was like snatching food from the tigers mouth, touching their interests. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, then sent a message to Captain Hu Daqiang, the head of the criminal investigation team: Captain Hu, you gave an interview today, did you help me promote my novel? Shortly after. Hu Daqiang replied with a voice message: Comrade Lin, I wouldnt dare forget what I promised you. In front of the reporters, I very accurately described your performance in solving cases, and I made a point of saying you are a web novel writer, including your novel. They should have published it by now, right? Thanks, Captain Hu. A smile appeared on Lin Chuans face. As expected! The Anling news had already posted a related video on the Quick Shake live streaming app. Without hesitation, Lin Chuan forwarded it to Su Qianqians live stream room. Chapter 48 - Chapter 48: Chapter 48: A Writer, Snatching Jobs from Criminal Detectives? Chapter 48: Chapter 48: A Writer, Snatching Jobs from Criminal Detectives? Inside the live broadcast room. Su Qianqians lips were tightly pressed, her gentle face, like a sweet-scented osmanthus, was slightly flushed, and her clear, water-like eyes showed visible anger. Even a man of straw has his breaking point. This gentle woman from Jiangnan Water Town had always been quietly livestreaming, never engaging in trending topics or competing with others for viewers, much less clout-chasing. But the screen full of aggressive language had pushed her emotions to the brink of losing control. [What kind of host is this, with no literary aesthetic sense at all!] [How much money did the blogger take to even promote such a book?] [Make money together, everyone!] [] Su Qianqian finally couldnt hold back anymore, stopped reading the novel, and said with a hint of anger in her eyes, All you hired posters and haters, get out of my live broadcast room! Even Jiangnan can have its storms. What about the girls from Jiangnan? It was evident that the paid posters in the barrage were targeting her! Or rather, targeting the novel she was promoting right now, This Assassin Is Too Professional. Sailing Novel had commissioned her to promote this novel and draw in traffic, she couldnt stop promoting it, otherwise, it would be a breach of contract. Furthermore! The plot of the novel was full of twists and intrigue, with dramatic ups and downs, particularly with its inclusion of forensic knowledge that compared to the professional level, which aligns perfectly with Su Qianqians reading taste. She truly liked this book. Inside the live broadcast room, Su Qianqians fans immediately echoed her sentiments. [How has Qianqian offended you?] [Qianqian has always been dutiful in her live broadcasts, show some decency!] [Dare to bully my Qianqian, have the guts to leave your address, Ill teach you a lesson offline in minutes!] [] Seeing so many people supporting her, Su Qianqians anger subsided quite a bit. But these online hired posters and haters were really annoying. The room moderators were killing them at random, but it was impossible to ban them all! Suddenly! Su Qianqian noticed that the barrage was full of reminders to click on a link. [Qianqian, click on this link quickly!] [Its time to annihilate the haters!] [Theres a surprise in this link, trust me, Qianqian!] [] These messages were sent by genuine fans, sporting their fan badges, and Su Qianqians eyebrows slightly furrowed. Whats so special about this link? Now, with the live broadcast room filled with the oppressive and toxic atmosphere created by online troops and haters, Su Qianqian was no longer in the mood to continue reading the novel. She might as well see what this link was about. Su Qianqian straightened her slightly lazy hair and clicked on the link, which redirected her to a video on the TikTok-like platform. Criminal Investigation Genius aids police in cracking the case within 48 hours, his identity turns out to be Source: Anling News Su Qianqian took a deep breath, decided to ignore the haters comments in the barrage, clicked on the video, and started playing it. In the video. A second-rank police superintendent with two bars and three stars on his shoulder was being interviewed, with a squarish face and a deep voice he added, Being able to catch the suspect within 48 hours this time owed a lot to the assistance of a criminal investigation genius Su Qianqian pursed her lips. Solving cases, criminal investigation genius, what does that have to do with novels or livestreaming? In the barrage, the hired posters and haters were still active. [Thats right, you should watch more positive energy case-solving videos!] [Stop promoting those crime novels, they will corrupt our children!] [Good, the blogger is finally seeing reason!] [] But soon. The haters started to lose their composure! Because, when Hu Daqiang mentioned the criminal investigation genius in the video, he smiled broadly, You may not know, but this criminal investigation genius is actually a web novel writer.] Reporters from Anling News immediately asked, Captain Hu, could you reveal which web novel writer it is? Hu Daqiang laughed heartily, Of course, its his book This Assassin Is Too Professional that has now become recommended reading for our Anling Criminal Investigation Brigade. The video continued to play. Inside the live streaming room, the fans, haters, bystanders, and trolls were all stunned! Su Qianqian was also stunned! Her eyes wide with shock, her delicate, fair fingers clutched the mouse and quickly scrolled the videos progress bar back to that moment. Watch it again! Su Qianqian and everyone in the live streaming room clearly heard the title This Assassin Is Too Professional! Wow! The live streaming room was full of ???, 666, and Holy shit scrolling by. Su Qianqian took a deep breath, her face showing a strong sense of surprise. After a long silence. She finally revealed a smile and spoke gently, Lets continue reading This Assassin Is Too Professional, and if you like it, feel free to subscribe. Triumphant, everything was left unsaid. As for the anti-fans and trolls. They all went silent and fled in disarray! Anling News, a second-level police superintendent, this meant the books author was already collaborating with the police. If one continued to attack and slander without cause, wouldnt that be asking for trouble? Perhaps they might even be brought back to the station for some education. Scary thoughts indeed. Meanwhile, Su Qianqians loyal fans left messages in the barrage of comments. [Haters, speak up now!] [Mr. Lin, I apologize for being too loud before.] [I thought he was a criminal suspect, but turns out hes a genius in criminal investigation!] [My God, is this book full of actual criminal investigation techniques?] [Qianqian, you have a good eye for books, Ive subscribed to the whole thing!] [Who would have thought that a web novelist would be doing criminal investigation work?] [No, no, he isnt just doing it, hes outperforming the investigators!] [] A stream of comments flew across the screen, each one filled with surprise and disbelief. Indeed. A web novel writer, in just half a day, had helped the Anling Police pinpoint a criminal suspect and solve a murder case C who could imagine that? But it was proclaimed by Hu Daqiang himself and confirmed by the official Anling News release, causing the viewers to exclaim Awesome. In front of his computer screen. Satisfying. Lin Chuans lips curved up in a content smile. The moonlight outside the window was exceptionally bright. The gentle breeze of March quietly swept across the eaves, circulating through the small rental room before settling on Lin Chuan, taking away all his fatigue and worries. The average subscription rate of This Assassin Is Too Professional was steadily increasing. Lin Chuan exited Su Qianqians live streaming room. Just then. Someone with a SpongeBob cartoon avatar sent Lin Chuan a message: Lin Chuan, are you there? Lin Chuan clicked on SpongeBob, his fingers tapping swiftly on the keyboard as he replied, Little Landlady, are you not about to raise the rent again, are you? Zhang Xinxin: We have a conscience in our line of work. RollingEyes.jpg Lin Chuan couldnt help but touch his forehead, If you guys were ruthless, it would be terrifying. Lantern Loss Assessment, more meticulous than inspecting a crime scene, was indeed ruthless. Zhang Xinxin sent another message: Anyway, Im not raising your rent. What is it then? Lin Chuan asked. That, do you still have any websites? Zhang Xinxins message was startling. Lin Chuan leaned slightly forward, staring at the computer screen at the message from Zhang Xinxin, his pupils constricted. Good grief. The website he had given her last time, which contained an enormous variety of content, had she already finished browsing through it in just a few days? Chapter 49 - Chapter 49: Chapter 49 Why Don’t You Try Using Your Charms? Chapter 49: Chapter 49 Why Dont You Try Using Your Charms? Last time that website had an astonishing amount of storage, all kinds of types, and that still wasnt enough for you? Lin Chuan was surprised, his fingers dancing across the keyboard as he replied to Zhang Xinxins message. Soon. Zhang Xinxin sent a message to explain, No, that one got closed down. Lin Chuan frowned and replied, That shouldnt be, Ive used it for many years and it has never been shut down. It really got closed down, Zhang Xinxin affirmed. Lin Chuan opened the browser and skillfully typed in a string of English characters. According to regulatory authority regulations and complaint reports, this webpages content violates related laws and regulations, access is forbidden It really did get closed down. Lin Chuan muttered to himself and then after a little thought, he replied to Zhang Xinxin, Those others of yours before, did they get shut down as well? Those previous websites all had Trojan viruses; if I used my tablet to look once, I had to factory reset it once/sad.jpg, replied Zhang Xinxin. Alright then, who told you to be Little Landlady. Lin Chuan quickly entered another string of website addresses. As a reward, Ill let you off two months of utility bills. Zhang Xinxin was satisfied. Little Landlady, so generous! Lin Chuan laughed. The monthly utility bills were about one hundred yuan. The Little Landlady directly waived two months of utility bills, two hundred yuan! Night deepened. Lin Chuan lay on his bed, blissfully entering dreamland. Meanwhile, on the Kuai Dou live streaming app, the Anling News video did not stop its spread, climbing to the homepage and heading straight for the popular section. The next morning, Modu. Sailing Novels office building. Fine rain fell like silk, pitter-pattering, the hazy rain mist enveloping the citys skyscrapers, akin to an inkwash painting. Youyou, dressed in a plain white maxi dress and wearing high heels, hurried through the Sailing Company, her waterfall-like black hair gently fluttering with her pace. Youyou. Youyou sat down, and Sailing Novels chief editor, Ming Yue, came over with a smile, greeting Youyou. Sister Ming Yue, morning, Youyou said with a smile. You little miss, looking all radiant, you are in much better spirits than some time ago, Ming Yue observed Youyous slightly rosy complexion and commented with a smile. A shining smile emerged on Youyous face, I adjusted my mindset, no longer as anxious as before. Before, she had been worried about performance all the time. Ever since Lin Chuans Swindler unexpectedly topped the charts last time, and after she and Ming Yue jointly reviewed Lin Chuans new book This Assassin Is Too Professional, Youyou had found hope. If Lin Chuan could continue to produce hits, then there was hope of meeting this years targets. Life, too, still had hope. Its good that youve adjusted, said Ming Yue, her face lightly made up, leaning slightly forward, Youyou, I have a matter to discuss with you. Whats the matter, Sister Ming Yue? Youyou raised her head, her eyes sparkling like the starry galaxy, looking at Ming Yue. The chief editor Ming Yue said with a smile, How about we switch that Mr. Lin under you to my team? Hm? Youyou frowned slightly and then responded with an awkward smile, Sister Ming Yue, youre teasing me first thing in the morning. Ill trade you an author with an average subscription of ten thousand. Ming Yue threw out a very tempting offer. Youyous brow furrowed as she looked steadily at Ming Yue, So generous? Of course, Ming Yue didnt hesitate, raising her eyebrow, So, are you going to switch? No switch! Without a second thought, Youyou replied decisively. You value this Lin Chuan so much that you wont trade him even for an author with ten thousand average subscriptions? Ming Yue raised an eyebrow, teasing her with interest. Youyou smiled gently, Sister Ming Yue, youre joking with me again. Seriously, I think Lin Chuan is at the stage where his long-term efforts are about to pay off. These past few days, Ive been immersively reading This Assassin Is Too Professional by Lin Chuan. Its really well written, fully capable of reaching ten thousand subscriptions. So, chief editor, please stop having designs on Lin Chuan. You little girl, you have good judgment, Ming Yue sent a look of approval her way. Youyou, youve taught him well, Youyou said, smiling. Mingyue shook her head, then added, But I need to correct you on one point. Its not that he has the potential for ten thousand subscriptions; rather, he is already making a dash for it. Making a dash for ten thousand subscriptions? Youyous eyes narrowed as she murmured to herself. Yes! Mingyue nodded earnestly, then turned on the computer and opened the Kuaidou website, pointing to the hot search ranking, Look, hes made it to the hot search again. Youyous lips parted slightly, her breathing became noticeably quicker, and her bright eyes fixed on the hot search rankings of the Kuaidou platform. <1>[Top] Frequent invasions by overseas hackers, cybersecurity needs fortification <2>[Top] AI-generated fake videos with face swaps, be alert to new fraud tactics <3>T1 ruthlessly swept by HLE 3:0, Flytech claims DDoS attacks prevented focused training <4>Another day healed by my daughter <5>Ridiculous! An internet writer is snatching jobs from criminal detectives The internet writer mentioned in the fifth place on the hot search is your precious Lin Chuan, Mingyue said with a smile in front of the screen. Youyou steadied herself, took over the mouse, and clicked on the fifth hot search. What caught her eye was a video released by Anling News: Criminal Investigation Genius assists the police in solving a case within 48 hours Youyou, filled with intense curiosity, clicked on the video. In the video, Hu Daqiang spared no effort in promoting Lin Chuan, particularly Lin Chuans novels. The videos comment section was filled with remarkable comments. Some people may seem like just novel authors, but behind the scenes, theyre criminal investigation geniuses. Now novel authors have one more excuse for taking leave: Police uncle asked me to solve a case. Indeed, novels come from life! Is this how a novel author seeks inspiration? Youyous eyes widened, her index finger on the mouse trembling slightly, scarcely believing the content of the video. Criminal Investigation Genius 48-hour case resolution these keywords, unexpectedly linked with internet writer Mr. Lin. Incredible! Youyou then opened the editors backend to check the average subscription details of Lin Chuans work. [Work: This Assassin Is Too Professional.] [VIP Chapters: 642.] [Total Subscriptions: 2673930.] [Average Subscription: 4165.] Mingyue patted Youyou on the side and chuckled, Youyou, you better hold on tight to this treasure of an author. Coming back to her senses, Youyous lips curved upward involuntarily, and she smiled, Mingyue, no wonder you were thinking of poaching early in the morning. This momentum is indeed a bit fierce! The Kuaidou platform, home to hundreds of millions of users. Just hanging on the hot search for half a day is enough to send a million-word novel straight to the top of quality works. Mingyue, as the chief editor, had a different perspective on the issue than Youyou. She laughed, The problem you should worry about is not me poaching him, but whether Lin Chuan will continue to write novels. Youyou was taken aback, her eyebrows immediately furrowing. Thats right. Lin Chuan was acclaimed by Anling Police as a Criminal Investigation Genius with an extremely professional approach to examining crime scenes. This skill alone was enough to make any criminal policeman green with envy. What if the police recruit him away and he stops writing? Youyous insecurity arose on the spot. Helping solve cases was, of course, a service to society. But Youyou couldnt bear the thought of losing this gem of an author; she only wished he could write some novels while solving cases. Thats when your skills come into play, Mingyue said with a smile. Youyou pursed her lips, The police can offer him a formal position. I am at the end of the universe here, what could I possibly do? Mingyue raised an eyebrow teasingly, How about you try using your charm? Chapter 50 - Chapter 50: Chapter 50 Lin Chuan, I’m worried you might run away Chapter 50: Chapter 50 Lin Chuan, Im worried you might run away Sister Mingyue, youre teasing me again! Youyous delicate face blushed slightly, like a peach blossom in early bloom, her long eyelashes quivered gently as she smiled and spoke. To her surprise, Mingyue replied with a serious face, Im offering you a very serious suggestion. Ah? Youyou was startled. Mingyue tapped Youyous forehead, Youve been an editor for years, yet youve never grasped the essence. What essence? Youyou frowned. Think about it, what kind of relationship do you have with Lin Chuan right now? Mingyue asked. Youyou thought for a moment, The typical editor-author relationship. Exactly, how do you expect to keep him that way? Mingyue looked at Youyou and continued, With Lin Chuan being such a talented and treasured author who has made it onto the trending searches twice, not only will the police try to snatch him up, but other novel websites will also offer a lot of money to poach him. When that happens, what advantage do you have? Advantage none. Youyou pursed her lips, Then, what should I do? Seduce him, thats your advantage! Mingyue winked and chuckled. As an editor, I shouldnt have to put myself on the line, right? Youyou quirked the corner of her mouth and asked. Mingyue, speaking from experience, laughed and said, This seduction strategy doesnt mean you have to invest yourself into it, but rather, you need to establish a kind of bond with your author. A bond? Youyou pondered thoughtfully. Mingyue, as the chief editor of Sailing Novel with rich experience, began to share her insights with Youyou, Youve mentioned Lin Chuans situation before, single, renting, freshly graduated, at an age full of vigor, alone in a small room writing. How could he not feel lonely? So, what should I do? Youyou asked. Of course, you need to show concern for him regularly, whether in his life or creative work. Play games with him occasionally; its the fastest way to build a bond, Mingyue explained. Doing that often could seem a bit flirtatious, couldnt it? Youyou hesitated somewhat. Dont think of it in terms of a romantic relationship. Think of the author as your friend. You support his career, take care of his life, and in turn, he enhances your performance. Its more like mutually benefiting and advancing together as partners, Mingyue said with a smile. These were Mingyues words of wisdom. She had once used this method to cultivate a platinum-level authorQing Feng. Now, that platinum author was not only her partner but also her other half. Cough! As for being a methodologist, Mingyue really did invest herself! Youyou nodded with a new understanding, I get it now. By the way, theres a little piece of gossip I want to share with you, Mingyue said, raising an eyebrow. What gossip? In April or May, the Anti-Fraud Center will join with Sunshine Film and Television to collect anti-fraud themed novels and scripts from across the entire network. The rewards are very generous. See if anyone under you can write about fraud; they could give it a try, Mingyue mentioned. Anti-fraud? Youyou slightly furrowed her brows and murmured to herself. Mingyue nodded, hinting with another sentence, After losing the top spot on the Heroes List last time, Handon has already started preparing a novel with an anti-fraud theme. Handon, a ten-thousand order author at Sailing Novel, was vying for the top with Hongmei but got overtaken by Lin Chuan who emerged out of nowhere to seize the lead. Now he was secretly brewing his anti-fraud themed work. Youyou pursed her lower lip, Handons in on it too, the competitive pressure is so big. Thats true. After all, this event is in collaboration with the Anti-Fraud Center and Sunshine Film and Television, and it stands a great chance of being adapted into film or television, Mingyue said with a laugh. Alright, Ill keep an eye out, thank you, Sister Mingyue. Youyou smiled warmly. Dont forget to build a bond with your treasured author, Mingyue reminded again before she went back to her office. After Mingyue left. Youyou pouted and muttered, Its hard enough having such a promising author emerge; now I have to prevent theft and poaching, sigh We are all competitors, why does it have to be so cutthroat? ` Forget it, forget it. All this complex social philosophy isnt something I can wrap my head around, better to establish a bond between author and editor with Lin Chuan first. After giving it some thought, Youyou decided to make a phone call to check in on this treasure of an author. Dudu dudu. In Anling City, in the Happiness Community of the eastern city. Early in the morning, under a slightly overcast sky, a chill wind carried a coolness that seeped into the aged neighborhood and slipped into Lin Chuans rental home. Lin Chuan had gotten up early. Because yesterday he had promised Captain Hu Daqiang and Shen Qianqian from the criminal investigation squad that hed help examine the crime scenes of two additional homicide cases. Now. Having showered, he was dressed in a black long-sleeved T-shirt and a white casual shirt, with navy-blue sweatpants below, his tall, slender figure and his handsome, clean-cut features exuding a clean and sunny disposition, as he waited for Hu Daqiang and Shen Qianqian to come and pick him up. Dudu dudu. His phone rang. Lin Chuan glanced at it, an unfamiliar number from Modu, and pressed the answer button, Hello, who is this? From the phone came a voice soft and gauzy like a whisper, Is this Lin Chuan? Im your editor, Youyou. Editor Youyou? Lin Chuan was startled and somewhat flattered, Youyou? Although Lin Chuan had been writing under Youyous management for many years, their interactions had always been through messaging apps, and a direct phone call like this had never happened beforeit was like a maiden crossing a flower-covered bridge for the first time. Yes, its me. Are you busy? Youyous voice was delicate, like a soft breeze whispering in the ear. Not busy yet, Im about to go check out a case. Youyou, is there something you wanted to talk about? Lin Chuan said. Check out a case? On the other end of the line, Youyous heart skipped a beat, and she bit her lip slightly, Nothing much, I just wanted to ask if youve encountered any bottlenecks in your writing recently, or if theres anything troubling you in life thats affecting your creativity. Lin Chuan was taken aback again, Youyou, has editing now expanded its services to include caring for writers? Youyou smiled and explained, Not really, but youve been updating two books in a row recently, so I thought you must be under a lot of pressure. Pressure? With a cheat enabled, there wasnt much pressure in writing. The only pressure was the fear that after publishing his books, Lin Chuan always worried that police officers, represented by Shen Qianqian, would take him away. Main reason: The professions he experienced were too criminal. And now. Just as day was about to break, Lin Chuan was woken up by a notification from the Career Life Experience System. His This Assassin Is Too Professional had reached a Popularity Value of 3000, enabling him to begin his next professional life experience. At that moment, Lin Chuan checked the time. 5:27. Lin Chuan thought this timing wasnt right, as it was likely to cause disturbances. Moreover. Given the systems nature, it was probably another career from the pure prison series. Doing those bad deeds during the day C thats a little psychologically stressful! Lin Chuans thoughts returned to the conversation with Youyou, I dont have any pressure for the time being. Thats good to hear. How about your health? Youyou asked with concern. Mr. Lin showed a puzzled look, Im in great shape, Youyou. Youve been acting strange today, are you sure theres nothing you want to talk to me about? Youyou was acting strangely today. Her words were filled with concern for Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan could clearly sense it. Youyou pursed her lips, her voice somewhat low, Lin Chuan, Im worried youll run away. ` Chapter 51 - Chapter 51: Chapter 51: Red Hacker, Strike! Chapter 51: Chapter 51: Red Hacker, Strike! Lin Chuans expression changed, and he became even more puzzled, Youyou, we are just an editor and writer, it sounds strange when you say that. Youyou quickly explained, Lin Chuan, you misunderstood, Im just afraid that another editor might poach you. Lin Chuan chuckled dryly, Youyou, you are overthinking, Im a writer too inconsequential to be noticed, who would want to poach me? Thats good then. Youyou breathed a sigh of relief, terrified that someone might steal her precious writer. Youre that worried? Lin Chuan countered. Of course Youyou suddenly realized something was amiss and quickly corrected herself, Of course not, the chief editor Mingyue asked me to keep a close eye on you and possibly arrange more recommendations for you. Lin Chuan raised his eyebrows slightly, his gaze deep, Thats nice, Ill leave the recommendations to you then. At that moment, there was a knock on the door. Lin Chuan smiled, I have to go solve a case, lets chat another time. Youyou steadied her nerves, Okay. That day. Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian, and Hu Daqiang together examined the crime scenes of the previous two cases. The examination went smoothly, and combined with the evidence gathered by the police, they quickly narrowed down the range of suspects and swiftly took action. Anling news once again uploaded related videos. Literature writer helps the police crack murder cases again! Criminal investigation genius! The crime scene is all evidence in his eyes! Unbelievable! Solves two cases in one day! The trending search stayed on the Kuaidou live streaming app for an entire day, the popularity soaring! Yet Lin Chuan was concerned about his Average Subscription stats. [Work: This Assassin Is Too Professional.] [Current Status: Published.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 5218/3000.] That night. Night fell, and a fine rain drizzled down. Outside the rental, the dim streetlight flickered through the misty rain, dreamlike. The raindrops hit the windowsill, shattering into flowers and making a tick-tock sound, like a crisp melody playing beside Lin Chuans ears. Lin Chuan listened to the music of the rainy night, taking a deep breath of the fresh air brought by the evening breeze. In his mind, the systems electronic voice echoed again, Host, your Popularity Value has exceeded the standard to unlock a new professional life experience. Would you like to experience a new professional life now? Experience! Lin Chuan steadied himself. Bring it on, you lousy system! I refuse to believe Ill get another Pure Desire Occupation! The cool breeze brushed against Lin Chuans cheeks. The systems voice resounded once more. [Every experience is a beautiful memory for you.] [This system will save this memory in the form of a novel.] [This time, the profession youve randomly obtained is] [Hacker!] Hacker? Hisss! The cold night rain beat wildly against the window outside. Lin Chuan instinctively furrowed his brows, his lips quivering slightly as he involuntarily sucked in a breath of cold air. Hacker, that profession sounded quite thrilling! Lin Chuan was about to curse at the system but then thought better of it, suppressing the anger in his heart. Dont be angry, dont be angry, getting sick from anger isnt worth it, Ill first see what kind of organization or group its associated with, whether its the illegal kind of hacker or not. There are different types of hackers. Black Hat, White Hat, Grey Hat, Hacker, Red Hat. Take Black Hat and White Hat as examples. Black Hat specializes in studying viruses and Trojans, operating systems, looking for vulnerabilities to attack networks and computers, stealing information data, and compromising network security. White hats specialize in researching or engaging in cybersecurity and computer technology defense, maintaining network safety, or working for internet companies, known as cybersecurity experts. Lin Chuan thought to himself, This time, Ive got to wear a good hat! Otherwise, as soon as the novel is released, Ill have to worry about being interrogated. Its not like I can really end up at the police station every day, right? When Shen Qianqian and Hu Daqiang came to pick him up for case investigation this morning, Lin Chuan overheard some elderly folks who were doing morning exercises and buying groceries talking about him. Why is this kid getting arrested every day? In trouble again? Hes been arrested several times this month, hasnt he? Nonsense, I see its always this female police officer who comes, maybe shes his girlfriend. The young man is quite handsome. Staying at home every day without going out and still having such a pretty policewoman as a girlfriend? I dont buy it. If I end up in the station a few more times, rumors will probably fly all over the place. Back to Hacker Professional Life experience. The systems electronic voice rang out. [Congratulations Host, the occupation you have randomly obtained is Hacker, and you have acquired the exclusive Hacker skill: Top Hacker Technology!] [Using Virtual Reality technology to create a new world for you.] [Please be prepared, Host!] Lin Chuan took a deep breath. Reality and virtuality began to intertwine randomly. Before long. In front of Lin Chuan appeared a huge computer screen, the screen displayed complex codes and data charts, data scrolling continuously, and his hands were on the keyboard, ready to strike at any moment. Surrounding him was a room filled with a sense of technology. The rooms light was slightly dim, with only faint blue light strips flickering, casting the secret, dense lines of the house and various technological devices. This is a hackers studio, Lin Chuan made his first judgment. At that moment, a young man with a buzz cut approached, Boss, foreign forces are continuously provoking us, using DDoS attacks that have severely reduced the performance of our servers. I suspect they plan to steal our secret data. Upon hearing this, Lin Chuan frowned. He understood DDoS attacks. It generally refers to distributed denial-of-service attacks, where the attacker controls a large number of computers and in a short time, disguises the attack as a multitude of legitimate requests, overwhelming the servers capacity to respond. But the buzz cut young man mentioned another key term. Foreign forces? Hahaha! Lin Chuan burst into laughter, Finally, its not a Pure Desire Occupation anymore! Hacker? Red Hacker! Red Hackers often stand for justice, morality, progress, and strength, love for the country, and persistence in justice. They typically use their skills to maintain domestic network security and to counterattack against external aggressions. This is not a career that involves illegal activities! Boss, are you okay? the buzz cut young man asked with a frown. Lin Chuan took a deep breath, calming himself down, and waved his hand, I dont eat Youyou plums, since foreign forces want a cyberwar, then lets give it to them! Boss, weve been waiting for you to say that! the buzz cut young mans face lit up. Immediately. He typed a string of code on the computer and clicked send. The message meant: Brothers, the boss says, lets fight them! Whoosh! Countless IPs quickly responded. [Received!] [Received!] [Received!] [] Lin Chuan laughed heartily, Red Hackers, attack! Chapter 52 - Chapter 52: Chapter 52: Panda Burning Incense Chapter 52: Chapter 52: Panda Burning Incense Boss, were not Red Hackers! The crew-cut youth stared at Lin Chuan with a puzzled expression, wondering what was going on with the boss today, who kept mentioning Pure Desire Occupation and then talking about a Red Hacker strike. Not Red Hackers? Lin Chuan was also taken aback, frowning as he looked at the crew-cut youth. The crew-cut youth nodded: We are Hackers, yeah. Hackers? Hackers belong to a category of Hacker. But Hackers are very extreme. These people use their technical skills to find and exploit security vulnerabilities, illegally invade systems, steal data, cause damage, or perform other malicious activities to achieve their goals. Lin Chuans eyes narrowed, and he was alarmed as he hastened to ask, Whats this about foreign forces you just mentioned? The crew-cut youth explained: Boss, have you forgotten? Last month we made twenty million from a company, so they hired someone to target us now. Hearing this, Lin Chuans facial muscles couldnt help but twitch violently. Its over! He still couldnt escape the fate of the Pure Desire Occupation! Damn system leading me astray! Boss, is there a problem? The crew-cut youth saw that Lin Chuans face looked off and tentatively asked a question. Twenty million, money comes so easily, eh! Lin Chuan took a deep breath and sighed. He didnt have a strong concept of twenty million US Dollars, only that it was a lot; hence, he couldnt help but think of his own struggling years, painstakingly writing books, barely making a couple of thousand a month including full attendance. If he could really make twenty million just once, wouldnt he be able to retire on the spot? From then on, luxury cars, beautiful women, living without worries. Hiss! Suddenly, a cold breeze blew in from the window, hitting Lin Chuans face, the chill seeping into his pores, bone-chillingly cold, instantly pulling Lin Chuan back from his fantasies. Lin Chuan shivered, murmuring to himself, Too dangerous! If he really did something like that in reality, it would be way too criminal! Such occupations, like those of swindlers and Assassins, always walked a tightrope; a slightest misstep could lead to utter ruin. If you always walk by the river, how can you not get your shoes wet? Thinking it over, Lin Chuan immediately patted the crew-cut youth on the shoulder and asked, Our identities havent been compromised, have they? The crew-cut youth nodded gravely, stating, Of course not. Upon hearing this, Lin Chuan cracked a smile and immediately made a decision, Alright, from now on, were changing professions! Changing professions? The crew-cut youth looked puzzled, frowning as he asked. Right! Lin Chuan nodded solemnly. This occupation was definitely not sustainable. So what can we do now? Lin Chuan said solemnly, Well become Red Hackers. Red Hackers? Thats not much better than what we do now, the crew-cut youth didnt understand why Lin Chuan wanted to change professions. But Lin Chuan just smiled and said, Dont just look at the small change in front of you. By switching to being Red Hackers, do you understand the value of its good to have the support of a big tree? Red Hackers can also make money. Although not as fast as Hackers, the advantage is sustainable development and legitimate income, without living in constant fear. Moreover. The system would generate novels based on his experiences from his Hacker Professional Life. Anyway, I dont know much; Ill just follow what the boss says! The crew-cut youth scratched the back of his head, What about that DDoS attack then, how are we handling it? Leave that to me. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, continuously constructing solutions in his mind. A battle without smoke began under Lin Chuans command. The opposing Hackers were using DDoS attacks, that is, Distributed Denial of Service attacks, which overloaded Lin Chuans servers and rendered them inoperable. But their real intention was to steal Lin Chuans secrets and carry out retaliatory strikes. Conventional methods of response, such as adding firewalls and installing intrusion detection tools, are all about being on the defensive. But Lin Chuan needed to strike back! He had an idea! A flash of inspiration struck Lin Chuans mind; he now had a strategy for retaliation. At this moment, Lin Chuan, top-tier among hackers, was rapidly typing on the keyboard with ten fingers, like a pianist playing a masterful concerto. A series of codes scrolled across the screen, forming a program. Finally, Lin Chuans index finger pressed the Enter key. Done! Boss, whats this? The crew-cut youth couldnt quite understand the program Lin Chuan had created. Lin Chuan smiled, Ive named it Panda Burning Incense. Panda Burning Incense? At this point, the crew-cut youth had no idea how formidable this program was. Lin Chuan didnt explain further and immediately began tracking the main IP addresses that had launched the DDoS attack against him. Then he broke into their systems and painted Panda Burning Incense on their computer screens. At the other end of the network. A computer screen suddenly displayed a cartoon image of a black-and-white panda holding three sticks of incense, looking quite adorable. But before the owner of the computer could react, exe, com, pif, src, html, and asp files within his computer system were rapidly infected and corrupted. All the executable exe program icons turned into the appearance of a panda holding three sticks of incense. Then, a blue screen, reboot. A computer was instantly paralyzed, rendered useless. Not only that, but the Panda Burning Incense program spread rapidly and automatically and had infected dozens of computers in a short amount of time, continually spreading. Lin Chuan seized the opportunity to steal relevant information, as well as real-time screenshots. The crew-cut youths eyes widened in astonishment at how quickly Lin Chuan had created such a powerful and infectious program. Track the IP addresses quickly, and begin the operation. Lin Chuans eyes were deep; after the successful test, he immediately issued the command. DDoS attacks involve controlling a large number of computers to launch an attack; they are low-cost and fast-acting. But Lin Chuans program targeted the computers launching the attack, causing a large number of them to become paralyzed in a short period. Without a doubt, Lin Chuan had won a complete victory! Is this the power of a top-level hacker? Lin Chuans lips curled upward, unable to suppress the smile on his face, resolving to fully experience this life and take his skills back to reality! When the time comes, his life is set to take off! In the virtual world, his hacker professional life continued. Back in reality. Rain continued to tap against the window ceaselessly, and a cool evening breeze, carrying a fresh scent, blew into the rental room. It was about two oclock in the morning. The professional life experience ended, and the systems voice arrived as expected. [Host, congratulations.] [Hacker Professional Life experience completed.] [You have acquired the ability: Top-Level Hacker Technique.] Lin Chuan grinned widely, his face alight with joy. The memories of his Hacker Professional Life experience played through his mind, scene by scene like a movie plot. Additionally, he had gained a special skill! Top-Level Hacker Technique! Chapter 53 - Chapter 53: Chapter 53 Little Landlady Chapter 53: Chapter 53 Little Landlady The systems voice continued to broadcast. [Host, based on your Hacker Professional Life experience, the novel Hacker Kingdom has been automatically generated.] [The estimated length of the novel Hacker Kingdom is 1 million words, and it will take 10 hours to export.] [Would you like to export it now?] Lin Chuan laughed and said, Export! The night had grown deep. Apart from the trickle of dripping water, all was quiet and still. The windows were blurred with rain, faint light shining through, as if they were telling wordless tales. After completing his Hacker Professional Life experience, Lin Chuan was flooded with memories, causing a slight headache. Whew He fell asleep as soon as his head hit the pillow! Lin Chuan slept very soundly through the night. The rain outside had stopped, the sky clearing after the storm, sunlight piercing through the clouds like the break of dawn, shining down on the old neighborhood, glistening on blades of grass and verdant leaves with crystal-clear droplets, twinkling with dazzling light. The warm, sunny day after the rain also shone into Lin Chuans rented room, lighting up his handsome face. 10:55. Lin Chuan slowly woke up, first rubbing his sleepy eyes, then stretching, turned over to get out of bed, and opened the writers dashboard on his computer. Average Subscription for Swindler: 5829. Average Subscription for This Assassin Is Too Professional: 6013. Seeing the numbers 5829 and 6013, Lin Chuans face broke into a satisfied smile. Swindler is close to an average subscription of 6000. At that time, he would have two top-quality books in hand. Next months manuscript fee settlement, plus the 50,000 yuan prize money from Heroes Compete, would be nearly 400,000 yuan! The after-tax income should be 350,000. Lin Chuan couldnt help but grin and laugh. Only 99.65 million yuan left to achieve a small goal, which was not far off. And there was key good newslast night he had gained Top Hacker Technology. This skill was different from the other skills he had acquired, like Pickpocketing, Lock-picking, Homicide Case Handling, Combat Fighting, Firearms C Precise Shooting. It was something that could truly be applied to life, capable of helping Lin Chuan make money quickly. Lin Chuan looked up, glancing at the sunlight outside his window. Life with cheat codes had begun to surge! His goals, like most peoples, were not grand or lofty. In fact, one could say they were quite superficial. Which was to make money! He knew money wasnt everything. But money was the material guarantee of life. Lin Chuan didnt dare to date because he was broke and couldnt shoulder the responsibility. Now. If Lin Chuan had a stable source of income or a sufficient capital reserve, he could begin to look a little forward. As for other societal philosophies about money and those advocated grand goals, Lin Chuan was too lazy to think about them for now. Not causing trouble for the country was already the limit of what ordinary people could do. Gurgle gurgle. Lin Chuan touched his stomach, smiling and saying, The money isnt in hand yet, but lets solve the problem of hunger first. He walked down from the sixth floor. The small supermarket downstairs. The little landlady, Zhang Xinxin, wore a Pikachu-printed oversized long-sleeved T-shirt, but due to some considerable force of hers, the baggy T-shirts Pikachu was stretched out, making it appear lifelike. At that moment, she rested her chin with traces of baby fat on the glass showcase, her fingers gently tapping on the glass surface, utterly bored. Lin Chuan! Zhang Xinxin suddenly saw a familiar figure passing by the supermarket entrance, and her eyes instantly brightened. Lin Chuan turned his head toward the supermarket and raised his eyebrows, Little Landlady, whats wrong? I need to talk to you. The Little Landlady looked at Lin Chuan with a beaming smile. Whats the matter? Lin Chuan stepped into the supermarket, looking at Zhang Xinxin with a rising smile on his lips. Zhang Xinxin peeked out from behind the counter, checked outside the supermarket to make sure no one was passing by, and then whispered, I cant watch videos anymore. Lin Chuans expression changed slightly, and the corner of his mouth twitched a little, Little Landlady, you go through them that quickly? What are you talking about? Zhang Xinxin pouted. Then why cant you watch videos? Lin Chuan narrowed his eyes slightly, looking at the Little Landlady. Her skin was smooth and delicate, with a bit of baby fat, as tender as petals, puffy, and looking further down, the Pikachu was lifelike, making Lin Chuan sigh inwardly, thinking, typical college student. Zhang Xinxin pouted, took out her tablet used especially for watching videos from the drawer, and said with a bit of grievance, My tablet has caught a virus. Wow, how much did you watch? Lin Chuan took one look at the tablet and saw that its edges were quite worn, and he knew straightaway that this was caused by frequently holding the tablet under the covers to watch videos. I didnt watch! The Little Landlady pretended to be angry, with her lips pursed slightly. Lin Chuan took the tablet; it felt somewhat cold to the touch, obviously, it hadnt been used for a while. He then pressed the power button. No response. When did it get infected? Lin Chuan looked at Zhang Xinxin and asked. The Little Landlady thought for a moment and recalled, Around ten oclock last night, I think. How exactly did it get infected? Lin Chuan continued to inquire. I accidentally clicked on a website, accidentally touched some page, and then it redirected me to another page, and I couldnt control the screen anymore. I couldnt even go back, Zhang Xinxin sulked. And then? Then, it automatically opened some programs, and immediately started blue-screening, showing a string of codes scrolling like crazy. After I held down the power button to turn it off, it wouldnt turn on again, Zhang Xinxin said helplessly. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, Your tablet is infected with a Trojan horse virus. Why didnt you take it to a repair shop? I I didnt dare, Zhang Xinxin stammered, somewhat coyly, glancing at the tablet in Lin Chuans hand. Learning materials? Lin Chuan guessed the reason immediately. In the past, someone had their computer repaired and explosive photos were leaked, rocking half of the port circle. With computers and tablets, if they contain your important study materials, its better not to take them to a repair shop. Its best to ask someone you know to fix it. Otherwise, use a VPN, go out to watch a video, and you might end up being the star of the video. Hmm. Zhang Xinxin nodded, speaking softly, Can you fix tablets? Lin Chuan thought for a moment, then with a hopeful Little Landlady gazing at him, he smiled and said, I can fix a Trojan horse infection, but But what? Zhang Xinxins eyes lit up, and she asked eagerly. Lin Chuan grinned, I havent had breakfast yet. What do you want to eat? Ill buy it for you! Zhang Xinxin immediately offered, How about beef noodles? Sure, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Zhang Xinxin beamed, ran out from behind the supermarket counter, with the Pikachu on her chest bouncing like a big white rabbit. After that, she hopped on her little electric scooter and vanished in a cloud of dust. In such a hurry! Not sure if it was to get Lin Chuan his beef noodles or to get her tablet fixed. Lin Chuan smiled, shaking his head, The Little Landlady is good in every way, except for her love of watching videos. Whoever becomes her boyfriend will probably have to eat goji berries at every meal. Cant handle it, not at all! Chapter 54 - Chapter 54: Chapter 54 Is it the serious kind? Chapter 54: Chapter 54 Is it the serious kind? Before long. Xinxin rode back on her electric bike in a hurry, kicked out the stand, stepped over with her long legs, and placed the packed beef noodles she was carrying right in front of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan, here you go. Lin Chuan looked at Xinxins flustered appearance, smiled, and took the beef noodles. Then, he opened the outer plastic wrapping. The top of the bowl was covered with slices of beef, with a few scattered pieces of green onion and cilantro for garnish, making it look less monotonous. As for the noodles, they were nowhere to be seen. Only beef, no noodles. Little Landlady, how generous! Lin Chuan grinned and gave Xinxin a thumbs up. Xinxin caught her breath, the Pikachu on her T-shirt seeming to jump about, and pursed her lips, Eat up, and then help me fix my tablet. Mou problem! Lin Chuan threw out a Cantonese phrase. The Little Landlady rested her cheek in her hand, watching Lin Chuan eat beef noodles with bored interest. Finally, after a long while. Lin Chuan patted his stomach contentedly, Time to get to work. Xinxins eyes lit up, perked up with energy, What tools do you need? Ill fetch them for you. Lin Chuan shook his head and pointed at an old-fashioned computer next to the supermarket counter, saying with a smile, No need, that computer will do the job. Without any hesitation, Xinxin immediately made room for Lin Chuan to sit in front of the computer. This was an old desktop computer, an entry-level model with not so strong performance. It was basically good for playing Minesweeper, fighting landlords, and watching videos. However. For a hacker with top-notch skills like Lin Chuan, it was completely sufficient. Lin Chuan first held down the tablets volume - button and power button; then the screen lit up, displaying several options. This was the tablets recovery interface. Its a system recovery mode that allows for modification and restoration of internal data and system, such as flashing firmware, system upgrades, backups, restoring to factory settings, and so on. This interface is similar to a computers DOS interface. Youre a writer, and you can fix tablets too? Xinxin watched as Lin Chuan accessed the recovery interface, her eyes gleaming, a smile with a touch of surprise appearing on her face. Basic operations. Lin Chuan replied succinctly. Indeed, these were basic operations. Generally speaking, under the recovery interface, you can choose to wipe user data and restore to factory settings, clear the system cache, and this will clean up general trojan programs, allowing the device to boot normally. But clearly, the Little Landlady wanted to keep the learning materials stored on it, and some trojans disguise themselves as system software, so even after restoring to factory settings, they would still be present on the tablet. Therefore, Lin Chuan needed to connect the tablet to the computer to analyze this trojan program. Xinxin watched Lin Chuans professional and skilled actions closely, her gaze intense and surprised. True, she only knew how to watch short videos. When it came to dealing with trojans and viruses, she was completely clueless. Whats next? The Little Landlady asked curiously, her brows furrowed. Lin Chuan turned his head to glance at Xinxin with a smile while sitting in front of the computer, If you dont need to keep the data and information inside, you could just download a powerful firmware flashing software, and it would sweep the trojan off along with it. Xinxin lightly pursed her lips and said softly, I want to keep it. If you want to keep it, then we have to get technical, said Lin Chuan with a chuckle. Get technical with what? Xinxin asked blankly. Just watch and learn, said Lin Chuan with a smile. He immediately opened a text editor on the computer, his fingers rapidly typing on the keyboard. Xinxin watched with her mouth slightly open as line after line of code appeared and scrolled on the computer screen, drawing a sharp breath of amazement. Was he writing code on the spot? She glanced at Lin Chuan, his slightly handsome face completely focused. At this moment. In Zhang Xinxins eyes, Lin Chuans aura seemed to have undergone a tremendous change. The Little Landlady had always thought that Lin Chuan was just a writer, harmless to humans and animals, without the strength to truss a chicken, a good person. But, this string of code that appeared slowly shattered her cognitive shackles. Lin Chuan seemed to have some technical skills. The Little Landlady had guessed correctly, Lin Chuan was indeed writing code, a security program for analyzing and killing Trojan horses. The security program was completed. Afterward, Lin Chuan obtained tablet permissions on the computer, and the security program began to operate. Scanning, destroying, killing, all in one go. The stubborn Trojan horse on the tablet vanished. Lin Chuan closed the program, disconnected the tablet, and handed it to Zhang Xinxin, saying with a smile, Done. Zhang Xinxin immediately took the tablet and turned away. Powering on, checking the study materials folder. As good as new! How did you do it? Zhang Xinxin looked at Lin Chuan, swallowed, and her face was filled with confusion. Lin Chuan shrugged, You were watching just now. Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips, saying awkwardly, I didnt understand. Lin Chuan glanced at the Little Landlady, smiling, Do you want me to explain it to you? Zhang Xinxin nodded her head like a pecking chicken. It was evident that she had a great interest in fixing the tablet. Then Ill explain it to you, how much you understand will depend on your talent, Lin Chuan said, smiling at Zhang Xinxins eagerness to learn. The Little Landlady had a good heart. She was also very crap, she was very generous. After all, it was harder to find noodles in the beef noodle soup than it was to find her conscience, which was bigger than her Pikachu. Might as well tell her. In the supermarket, in front of an old desktop computer. Lin Chuan simply explained some knowledge points related to the tablet and computer for removing Trojans and viruses. The Little Landlady sat on a stool next to him, listening very attentively. With one hand holding a pen and the other resting on her thigh, she leaned slightly forward, meticulously taking notes, and even the Pikachu on her T-shirt seemed to bow down, staring at the notes to learn. About half an hour later. Alright, thats it, Lin Chuan said, raising his hands and stretching. Thats all? The Little Landlady was a bit surprised, pursing her lips, I havent completely mastered it yet. This isnt as simple as just entering a website to watch a short clip, to learn this, youll need to put in a lot of effort, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Zhang Xinxin pouted, You must have spent a long time learning, right? Lin Chuan took a breath and replied with a smile, I learned it overnight. Bullshit. Zhang Xinxin spat. Im telling the truth, Lin Chuan grinned. Hung, an overnight success. Zhang Xinxin flipped through the notebook on the antivirus knowledge seriously, thinking to herself that if she learned these antivirus techniques, wouldnt she be able to watch whatever videos she wanted in the future? Hisss! Upon this thought, Zhang Xinxin suddenly had an idea, Lin Chuan, can you teach me these skills? Lin Chuans eyebrows furrowed slightly, Teach you the skills? Zhang Xinxin nodded solemnly, Yes, I want you to be my teacher, I can pay tuition fees. Its not about the money, Lin Chuan waved his hand. Last time, your Old Zhang learned my Cheating Techniques and got me stuck in a detention cell for almost half a day. Little Landlady, you want to learn my hacker skills? Zhang Xinxins brows slightly furrowed, and she looked at Lin Chuan earnestly, You dont want to be my teacher? Lin Chuan, startled, Little Landlady, when you say teacher, you mean the serious kind, right? Chapter 56 - Chapter 56: Chapter 56: Acquiring Sailing Novel Chapter 56: Chapter 56: Acquiring Sailing Novel In the meeting room. Captain Yu Shan listened to Xia Qingqings proposal and nodded slightly. This is a good proposal, police and corporate cooperation, indeed, can help enhance our network security, currently, which security company is more suitable for collaboration with us? Everyone immediately began discussing the police and corporate cooperation. Logically speaking. This procedure would require reporting to various departments for approval and would take at least ten days to half a month to get processed. But in cases of urgency, exceptions could be made. While everyone was discussing, Yu Shan had already called Chief Zhang Biao, reported the situation, and received Zhang Biaos approval. Soon, two network security companies from Anling City were selected. Jintang, Copper Wall. Submit for evaluation, approval. As the sun moved westward from its zenith, the azure sky below was graced with white, irregular clouds that gradually stained with a purple-red hue, Anling City basked in the orange-red glow, waiting for nightfall. In Happiness Community, rental housing. Lin Chuan was preparing materials for registering his personal studio. 7:00 PM sharp. Bao~ Have you eaten? Editor Youyou messaged Lin Chuan as if on cue. Lin Chuan stared at the word Bao in the message for a while, thinking to himself, has my relationship with Youyou developed to this stage already? Ive never had a girlfriend who called me such an intimate nickname. Ah, thats not right. I dont have a girlfriend! Whats up, Youyou? Lin Chuan replied. Nothing much, I just heard from other editors that authors often dont eat meals on time, and some even have only two meals a day, which can easily lead to stomach problems. Youyous message showed concern. Lin Chuan felt a warmth in his heart and hurriedly replied, Youyous thoughtful, but Im in excellent health. Is the weather still normal over there? Here in Modu, its sunny one moment and raining the next, several editors have already caught colds, Youyou continued to show care. Lin Chuan furrowed his brows and couldnt help but stroke his chin. Damn! This feeling its too motherly. Ahem. Little did he know! In the Sailing Novel office building, after sending this message, Youyou turned to her colleague, the strategist Ming Yue, and asked, Is showing this much concern for Lin Chuan a bit too affectionate? This felt too much like a message one would send to a boyfriend. Ah, thats not right. I dont have a boyfriend! Ming Yue crossed her arms and shook her head, offering advice with her experience, No, I used to message Qing Feng like that. Youyous eyebrows furrowed slightly, her lips curling, Qing Feng is now your husband. Ming Yue smiled, Thats not important; what is important is that Qing Feng became a platinum-tier author under my guidance, which proves this method has a significant effect on authors. Indeed, what Ming Yue said was true. Most web novel authors are lonely individuals. An average authors social circle, apart from fellow writers and readers on the internet, is practically non-existent. Fellow authors and readers are like companions on the journey, whose occasional words of encouragement can excite the author for half a day. The editor, meanwhile, is like a guiding light. If the editor shows consistent care, authors are generally going to stick with them, continuing to write under their guidance. Its a matter of emotional need. Youyou murmured, Achieve platinum-tier that still seems too far away for Lin Chuan. Not at all! Ming Yue chimed in, laughing, Isnt Lin Chuan the most promising author under your guidance right now? Of course, Youyou replied without hesitation. Given that hes your most promising author, then you should cultivate him towards the highest level, Ming Yue said earnestly. Youyou pondered, Can Lin Chuan achieve platinum-tier? Ever heard of the Pygmalion effect? Ming Yue asked. Youyou shook her head. This was somewhat outside her area of expertise. Mingyue smiled and explained, This is a kind of expectation effect. When applied between editors and authors, your expectations for Lin Chuan have a positive influence on him and encourage him to move forward and strive in the direction you expect. I get it now! Youyou nodded in sudden understanding, then took a deep breath, First, lets set a small goal for Lin Chuan, to reach the Platinum level! Mingyue gave a faint smile, her finger tapping on Youyous forehead, and said with satisfaction, Lets see what Lin Chuan has sent. Youyou clicked the mouse. Lin Chuan: Youyou, Im doing well. After thinking for a moment, Youyous slender and fair fingers tapped on the keyboard: During this period, you have had two consecutive books with good results. What are your goals with writing? On the other end of the network. The gentle evening breeze blew into the rented room, carrying with it the coolness of the old district and a slightly musty smell. Lin Chuan sat in front of the computer, looking at Youyous message, and touched his nose: I havent thought about this question. Youyou replied immediately, If you consider writing a career, I think you should have a clear goal. Only with a goal will there be motivation. Ten thousand orders! Lin Chuan stated his goal. On the other end. Mingyue glanced at it and smiled, saying, That goal is too small. You should guide him to think towards achieving Platinum status! Youyou nodded. Thus, she coaxed gently, Lin Chuan, I think your strength is far more than that. Your goal should be bigger! In the rented room, Lin Chuan was momentarily stunned, pondering quietly. As Youyou said, writing was his career. Whether it was a hobby or a golden finger, it all related to writing. The performance of the books determined whether he could unlock the next career and gain skills related to that profession. In the end, writing and achieving results was his ultimate goal. Therefore, he should set a long-term goal! After some thought, Lin Chuan set a long-term goal: Youyou, I want to acquire Sailing Novel. Once he acquired Sailing Novel, he could enter a loop: Publish books assured success gain Popularity Value unlock new professions acquire skills + automatic novel generation continue to publish books Hiss! Just thinking about it made Lin Chuan vaguely excited. It was a closed loop! And on the other end of the network. The two female editors stared at the message from Lin Chuan, completely stunned. Youyou couldnt help looking towards her comrade: Mingyue, I guided him according to your advice. Did something go wrong somewhere? It should be fine. Mingyues face was somewhat embarrassed, the corners of her mouth twitching slightly. Lin Chuans message about acquiring Sailing Novel had caught her off guard! When she guided Qing Feng in the same way, Qing Feng had been eager to achieve Platinum status. But Lin Chuan aimed even higher right from the start. To acquire Sailing Novel! Is that even possible? An author writing for Sailing Novel is essentially helping it make money. How could one possibly think about acquiring Sailing Novel? Its unrealistic! Moreover, is he really an author that we could have trained? Mingyue, how should we reply? Youyou pursed her lips and asked again. Reply that you believe in him, Mingyue said. What? Youyous willow-shaped eyebrows furrowed, her face full of confusion. This is a move called using the enemys strategy against them. If he dares to say it, we must dare to believe it! Mingyue explained. Alright. Youyou did as told. It wasnt long before. Lin Chuan replied: I didnt expect you to support me so much, Youyou. Ive decided, in a few days, I will publish another book under your name. Youyous face lit up with joy, and she responded, No problem. Whats the theme for the next book? For some reason. Youyou paused, then sent another message: This time, it should be about a normal profession, right? Chapter 57 - Chapter 57: Chapter 57 The Theme of Grass Growing on a Grave? Chapter 57: Chapter 57 The Theme of Grass Growing on a Grave? Lin Chuan smiled and pondered for a moment. Hacker, network security engineer, Red Hacker it should be considered a normal profession, right? So, Lin Chuan replied, Its a normal profession. When Youyou saw the words normal profession, she breathed a sigh of relief and asked, What profession? Lin Chuan typed two characters. Hacker. Youyous willow-leaf eyebrows immediately knitted together, and she replied, Lin Chuan, I didnt expect you to have been a hacker. Dont get involved in technical crimes, okay! Youyou, when have I ever been a hacker? Lin Chuan said in surprise. Its good that you havent, but this theme is quite unpopular in the web novel circle. Are you sure you want to write about it? Youyou was a bit worried. The hacker theme was indeed unpopular in the web novel circle. Hacker culture was not particularly prevalent in the country, and while it had an audience, it wasnt large, which is why many authors were reluctant to touch it. Those who wrote about hacker themes generally had deep expertise in computer technology. There was an influential author in the circle who, with hacker-themed content, led many readers to mine cryptocurrency, and when a certain coin surged in value years later, both the author and the readers made a fortune. But this author was only playing around. Ordinary authors stayed clear of the hacker theme. Three words: Cant write it! Sure. Lin Chuan replied. No matter how unpopular the theme was, the system had already auto-generated the novel, and had updated the system panel. There was no choice but to bite the bullet and go ahead. [Work: Hacker Kingdom.] [Current Status: Unpublished.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 0/6000.] An average subscription requirement of 6000 was incredibly high for a hacker-themed novel, equivalent to a hot theme reaching ten thousand subscriptions. After some thought, Youyou sent Lin Chuan a message, Lin Chuan, when are you planning to release your new book? Next month, Ill pick an auspicious day, Lin Chuan replied. Okay, but I have to remind you that the hacker theme is really niche, you have to be mentally prepared, Youyou typed with a wry smile. To be honest, she couldnt help but worry. As Lin Chuans responsible editor, she had explosively succeeded with two novels in a short period, achieving great recognition. If Lin Chuans new book were to flop, it would undoubtedly be a big blow to him. Most authors, especially those who had been unsuccessful for too long, shared a common problem: as their performance soared, they would start fantasizing non-stopboutique hits, blockbusters, ten thousand subscriptions, becoming one of the Twelve Heavenly Kings this year, an Influent Author the next, and reaching the pinnacle the year after. But when the next book flopped, they would fall into a state of self-doubt. Repeatedly denying their own creativity, sinking into a mire. Even big-name authors could find themselves in such a situation. This was something Youyou had seen plenty of. Dont worry, my will is strong; I wont easily succumb to delusion, Lin Chuan said with a grin in his rented room. He was somewhat confident in this novel. After all, it was generated based on his personal experience. A thrilling life as a professional hacker. It should have a chance to succeed, but whether it could reach the threshold of six thousand average subscriptions for a blockbuster was still uncertain. At that moment. Inside the Sailing Novel office building. Ming Yue brought over two cups of coffee and handed one to Youyou, What theme did he say hes going to write about? Hacker. Youyou slowly uttered the two words, then took a small sip, the slight bitterness echoing in her mouth. Mingyues hand holding the coffee stiffened, her brows furrowed, Recently, there have been frequent attacks by foreign hackers, and many domestic hackers have also been using their skills to commit crimes. The authorities have been cracking down hard, and the online literature community is also under close scrutiny. Tell him to be more subtle in his writing and not to cross the line. Youyou found herself in a dilemma, Should I try to persuade him? Mingyue shook her head, I dont think you can persuade him. Youyou looked up, puzzled, and asked, Why? Because his goal is to acquire Sailing Novel. Whats your goal? Mingyue teased. My goal is not to be fired by Sailing Novel. Youyou pouted, then suddenly remembered something, Mingyue, the top hacker in the online literature community is under your name, right? Mingyue took a sip of coffee, narrowing her eyes slightly, Are you talking about Formula? Right! Youyou nodded vigorously, His novel Cyber Hero once set the trend for hacker themes. Has he been writing about hackers recently? Mingyue shook her head, He hasnt written for a while. Hes taken a job at a local network security company as an engineer. I think the companys name is Jintang, as in impregnable as Jintang. Mingyue, could you ask him for me? See if theres anything to be careful about with hacker themes so I can remind Lin Chuan. Youyou blinked expectantly at Mingyue. If Formula was willing to mentor, it should be a great help for Lin Chuans writing on hacker-themed novels. After all. Formula was a real hacker with impressive hacking skills. Mingyue smiled. Only because you, this little girl, are asking, would I do this favor. I wouldnt for anyone else. Thank you, Mingyue, Youyou said with a beaming smile. With one hand holding the coffee and the other picking up her phone, Mingyue scrolled through her contacts for a while before she found Formulas phone number. Beep beep beep Mingyue, whats up? On the phone. A magnetic voice came through, flat and devoid of any emotional fluctuation. Mingyue smiled and began, Formula, have you been thinking about starting a new book recently? How about another one on the hacker theme? Youre talking about that? Formula chuckled softly, You know, Mingyue, the hacker theme has completely cooled down. Nobody reads it anymore. Thats true. Mingyue nodded and glanced at Youyou, continuing, But the boyfriend of a good sister of mine has a soft spot for hacker themes. Do you have any advice? Is he a new writer? Formula inquired. No, he already has two influential works, Mingyue answered. Is he there with you? Formula asked again. No. Well then, for an experienced author, his head must be in the clouds to write about a theme thats like grass growing over a grave. My advice is to switch to another theme as soon as possible. Formula was candid, not beating around the bush. Old Fang, come over for a meeting. Another voice came from Formulas side. Mingyue, I have a meeting to attend, and a tough battle ahead. Starting a new book isnt urgent, we can talk about it another time. Beep beep beep The call ended. Mingyue put away her phone, letting out a sigh, and looked at Youyou, You heard it, its up to Lin Chuan now. Youyous lips pressed together, her expression a bit downcast. The number one hacker in the online literature community, Formula, thought the hacker theme was over. Lin Chuan, could he really make this theme work? Chapter 58 - Chapter 58: Chapter 58: You Call a Criminal Record a New Book? Chapter 58: Chapter 58: You Call a Criminal Record a New Book? April 2, early morning. A hazy fog spread throughout Happiness Community, occasionally pierced by a few early birds fluttering amongst the old citys branches, chirping crisp calls that shattered the morning silence. In the narrow alleyway, puddles from last nights rain lingered on the cobblestone path, reflecting the feeble morning light and, with the breath of the breeze, revealed flecks of light and shadow. Today was a day for everything to go well. Lin Chuan awoke early. Not because of an alarm clock, but because of Youyou. Darling~ Time to get up! Today is the day to release the new book. These past few days, Youyou had been sending messages to Lin Chuan punctually, even more reliable than an alarm clock, leaving Lin Chuan slightly stupefied. The feeling of being woken up by someone was indeed long-missed. As a child, it was his mother. In boarding school, it was the teachers. In college, it was his stomach. After graduation, it was poverty. Who would have thought that now, as a writer, the one to wake him would be his editor? He had no idea what was up with Youyou. Im up, Im up. Lin Chuan moved his fingers and sent such a message back to Youyou. Then, he rolled out of bed and washed up. Immediately after, he turned on the computer and published the new book. This time. The waiting time for the security review wasnt long, because editor Youyou had given the reviewers a heads up in advance, slightly bending the rules. This was the small privilege of holding two top-quality books under ones name. After all, Lin Chuan was now Youyous most capable warrior, and he certainly deserved some special treatment. Additionally. With Youyous strong promotion, Mingyue also arranged a Chief Editors Recommendation for Lin Chuans new book to ensure it received ample exposure. As for the results, well, that was beyond Youyous control. New book Hacker Kingdom is released! Lin Chuan slumped back, hands cushioning his head, as a virtual panel appeared before his eyes. [Work: Hacker Kingdom.] [Current status: Published.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 0/6000.] Six thousand average subscriptions is a bit of a stretch, better send a notification to my diehard fans first, mumbled Lin Chuan. Then, he opened the QQ reader group. A few days earlier, this QQ group had reached full capacity. 2000 members, very active. Because there were people who peppered the group daily with saucy images. Some also shared a little jail knowledge every day and what to pay attention to when serving a sentence. Fastest tutorial to pick a super B-class lock core! How should you respond to Shu Lis interrogation when you encounter a sweeping crackdown? Warm reminder from Zhang San, using ghost money for payment online doesnt constitute a crime. What should you learn when you first enter prison? Sentenced to life without parole, what methods can lead to a re-sentencing to a fixed term? Dont use soap to bathe, dont pick it up if it drops! In the group. Everyone was talent in their own right, scaring Lin Chuan into hurriedly renaming the QQ group Abide by the Law, Everyones Responsibility and making a public announcement to correct the tone. However, the effect was minimal. And here we go! As soon as Lin Chuan opened the Abide by the Law, Everyones Responsibility QQ group, he saw a stream of racy images and a flood of messages from readers. Heaven above, I share no common ground with gambling and drugs! I type with both hands to prove my innocence! Three days into the group, I saw half the people posting these kinds of images, I was furious. What about the other half, are they not sharing? Lin Chuan took only a brief glance and two dark lines appeared on his forehead. Because he critically stared at several images with widened eyes. Cough! This group is bound to be ruined by this bunch of talents, no, its already been ruined, Lin Chuan said helplessly, his mouth twisting into a wry smile as he muttered to himself. But what could he do about it? Well, let it be. After reviewing the image, Lin Chuan tagged all members and sent a message, Brothers, stop what youre doing, my new book has been released! The readers in the group, being the true fans they are, were more excited to see Lin Chuan bubble up than seeing racy images. @Mr. Lin, the author, how did you know I was up to something with my hands? Mr. Lin, are you out of the jail already? The suspect has appeared, are the bounty hunters in position? Damn! Mr. Lin, youve written a new book while squatting in jail, shocking me for a century! Mr. Lin, I just finished This Assassin Is Too Professional, and Im itching to slash a few groups for a try, what should I do? Everyone be serious, author, please share your experiences in jail so that the group members can be mentally prepared. Uh. With one hand on his forehead, Lin Chuan used another finger to painstakingly type on the keyboard, Brothers, doesnt anyone care about my new book? New book? Mr. Lin, are you sure what you wrote qualifies as a new book? one of the readers replied to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan was completely baffled, If its not a new book, what is it then? Immediately, a large number of readers in the group offered explanations. You call a criminal record a new book? Suspected autobiography leak, everyone be alert! Your new book, my achievements! Lin Chuans mouth twitched slightly, I hereby solemnly declare, all content in novels under the authors name is purely fictional, absolutely not the authors real experiences, do not believe nor spread rumors. I understand the rules of the Martial World /evil smile.jpg. /evil smile.jpg. +1 +1 Cut the jokes, author, go on, what kind of criminal record is it? After This Assassin Is Too Professional, I was too chicken to learn the tricks, but this time, I must pick up some skills. Go ahead and learn, once youre in prison, you could also pick up sewing machine skills, umbrella manufacturing, and even get an early look at the college entrance examination questions. Study with no worries, its definitely criminal grade! The group was buzzing with comments, knowing that he was no match, Lin Chuans attempt to clear his name ended in failure once again. Without further ado, he activated a one-minute mute for all members and posted the book link. My new book Hacker Kingdom has been released! Who says only those standing in the light can be heroes! In Anling City, Qingxiu District. A young man with a buzz cut, wearing a plaid shirt and jeans, with a backpack slung over his shoulders, sat despondently next to the flowerbed under the building of Jintang Network Security Company. His name was Li Qing. A few days ago, he passed Jintang Network Security Companys written exam, and today, he came for the interview at Jintang. However, Just moments ago, the interviewer didnt even offer him the token we will consider it or wait for the results at home usually extended, bluntly stating that his interview was unsuccessful. Sigh Li Qings mouth drooped slightly as he let out a sigh. The overall environment was bleak, jobs were hard to come by, and many companies were laying off employees, making it even harder to enter big firms. But what could an ordinary person do in the face of all this? Nothing more than to watch videos, read novels, look at a couple of pleasing images for temporary joy. Then, continue struggling. Li Qing was doing precisely that now. After distributing his rsum to a few other companies, he listlessly scrolled through pages on QQ, WeChat, Kuaishou, and other platforms. Somehow, He clicked on a reader group hed joined a few days ago. The groups name: Obey the Law, Its Everyones Responsibility. Messages: 99+ Li Qing let out a snort of laughter. He had joined this reader group a few days earlier. He remembered that the author of this group had helped the police solve a few major cases not long ago, even trending on Kuaishou for a day. Li Qing smiled, then tapped into the group. Chapter 59 - Chapter 59: Chapter 59 Hiss, this author is really a Hacker huh Chapter 59: Chapter 59 Hiss, this author is really a Hacker huh Li Qing rose from the flower bed under the Jintang Network Security Company building, headed to the bus station, and boarded the number 13 bus. His rental place was in an old neighborhood of the City East District. Sitting on the hard bus seat, Li Qing scrolled through his phone and tapped into the QQ group titled Everyone has a Responsibility to Follow the Law. My new book Hacker Kingdom has been released! Who says only those in the light are the heroes! Li Qings gaze landed on the link sent by Lin Chuan, and his brows shot up, emitting a light Huh? Huh? The author released a new book, and its about hackers? His major in college was Computer Information Security Technology, and his greatest aspiration was to establish his own network security company and build his own virtual kingdom. As it turned out. For most ordinary people, aspirations are just aspirations. Forget about starting a network security company, even joining one was challenging. Hacker Kingdom, sounds pretty interesting by the name, Li Qing murmured to himself and casually clicked on the link. QQ redirected to Sailing Novel. The world of Hacker Kingdom slowly unfolded before Li Qings eyes. I am a hacker. Someone who lurks in the shadows, shunned by the light. I have battled with countless top-notch hackers from abroad, and they, without exception, have all been defeated by me. Immediately, Li Qings eyebrows lifted slightly as he shifted in his seat, securing his checked shirt with one hand while holding his phone with the other. Mr. Lins personal writing style is too distinct, he said. First-person narrative, strong sense of immersion, it feels like reading the authors autobiography. This hacker theme is right up my alley. Li Qings lips curled up slightly as he mumbled a few words to himself. He continued reading. In the virtual world of the internet, I am the absolute king! Countless people have tried to challenge my position, only to fail. I stand at the pinnacle of the cyberworld, looking down upon my Hacker Kingdom. There, it is filled with bright red flags. Billowing in the wind. At this point. Li Qings pupils shook, and two words slipped out: Red Hacker! Since he started touching the internet and became a computer enthusiast, the term Red Hacker had been deeply etched in his heart. In several massive international hacking wars, the presence of Red Hackers was noted. The most exhilarating one was when even on the webpage of a white palace, one could see the red flags fluttering in the wind. Every time he recalled such events, Li Qing only regretted being born a few years too late to participate. It was quite a pity. However, reading these two words in Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom, Li Qing felt rejuvenated. His interest intensified. It could be said that he was the most precise target audience for Hacker Kingdom. Swallowing saliva, Li Qing then immersed himself in Lin Chuans novelistic world. My surname is Lin. A hacker will not reveal their real name. For now, just call me Mr. Lin. I first encountered the internet in a dark alleys illegal internet cafe. At that time, I didnt know that crimes could be committed on the internet. Until, I logged into the dark web. What you need to know is that the internet has multiple layers, and the surface web is what ordinary people access and browse through standard search engines. Beneath the surface web lies the deep web. The dark web is a subset of the deep web. There, youll see a different world, one that may overturn all your understandings. So, I advise you to never entertain the idea of venturing into the dark web. In City East District, Bus 13 arrived at the station. Li Qing got off the bus and sat down on a bench next to the bus stop, his gaze fixed on the mobile phone screen. The text of Hacker Kingdom was still in his sight. Back to the matter at hand. I remember that day very clearly. In that tiny internet caf, filled with the pungent smell of smoke, a rough-looking guy next to me was shirtless, his body odor drilling into my nostrils as he played World of Warcraft, using a priest character, and pinching his voice to shout, Brother, Ill heal you. I couldnt stand it and switched to a different computer. It was a corner spot, where no one paid attention to me. In this corner of the internet caf, I installed a software named ** and typed in a 16-character URL. The URL was valid. I continued, installing a VPN, using multiple network jumps, and successfully logged into the dark web. From that moment on, my lifes trajectory began to deviate. Because, on there, I saw Li Qing became more and more captivated as he read, deeply immersed in the novel. In the novel. A series of highly professional hacker maneuvers unfolded before Li Qings eyes. Although it wasnt a complete display of maneuvers, as someone specialized in computer information security, Li Qing could fully appreciate the cutting-edge technology and was thoroughly shocked! So much so that he occasionally muttered to himself. This feels too much like a real-life experience. This is incredible, no wonder Mr. Lin dared to write this! The author must be a top-notch hacker! Hmm, how come theres a studio here? In the book review section. Li Qing suddenly spotted an advertisement. 720 Network Security Studio, taking orders online! Solving system vulnerabilities, countering external hacker invasions, defending against virus destruction professionally handling all kinds of network security issues. Contact information: *********** Posted by: Mr. Lin (author). Li Qings mind stirred, and he took a deep breath, Sss, is this author really a hacker!? Such a top-notch hacker running a studio? He should be making a fortune, right? Li Qing looked at the contact number again. This sequence, it looks like its from a local? Yes! The author, Mr. Lin, is from Anling City; he has helped the Anling Police with a case before. Li Qings mind suddenly became active, and a bold idea took root and began to germinate in his heart. So. Li Qing exited the novel page, entered the call screen, dialed the number, and called the contact for the 720 studio. Dudududu Hello, 720 Studio is happy to serve you. A crisp female voice came from the phone. The person answering the call was Lin Chuans apprentice, Little Landlady. Since registering the studio, Little Landlady had learned a lot from Lin Chuan, but unfortunately, her talent wasnt that strong. Lin Chuan arranged for her to become the customer service for 720 Studio, specifically to answer calls and handle orders. Just that they hadnt officially opened for business yet. Hello, may I ask if this is the studio opened by Mr. Lin? Li Qing asked politely. Mr. Lin? Ah, yes, thats right, are you experiencing any network problems? On the other end of the call, Zhang Xinxin was thrilled to hear someone calling. They were finally going to open for business. Uh, Im not having any network issues; I was wondering if your studio is hiring? Li Qing asked a bit nervously. Hiring? Zhang Xinxin was surprised, Ill have to ask my master about that! Chapter 60 - Chapter 60: Chapter 60 Studio 720 Chapter 60: Chapter 60 Studio 720 City East District, Happiness Community. In the past few days, Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin thoroughly cleaned up the miscellaneous room next to the small supermarket. The Little Landlady had someone repaint the place, and arranged five second-hand computers that had been scavenged, with configurations that were quite decent. On the wall beside the entrance, there was a sign hanging. 720 Studio. Indeed, this was the temporary office location for Lin Chuans studio. The studio might have been small, but the division of labor was clear. Lin Chuan was responsible for the crucial technical work. As for the Little Landlady, she took care of the studios utilities, rent, computers, and computer peripherals, and also doubled as the studios customer service and handled business negotiations, among other things. Initially. Lin Chuan planned to operate the studio on his own, with his apprentice, Zhang Xinxin, acting as customer service. However, Zhang Xinxin refused to be taken advantage of and strongly demanded to co-own the studio, making a bold statement, Master, you just handle the technical side, Ill take care of everything else. At that moment, Lin Chuan was taken aback. But on reflection, although the Little Landlady loved to watch short videos, one fact could not be ignored. She was a wealthy girl! A bona fide wealthy girl! After all, the task of collecting rent was now handled by Zhang Xinxin, and the money ended up in her pocket. Lin Chuan, on the other hand, looked back at himself and realized he was tight on money, severely short on funds, and he didnt even have enough to buy a few computers. The royalties from Sailing Novel wouldnt be issued until the 10th. So, he simply let the Little Landlady take a stake in the business. Of course, the Little Landlady also held a significant resource in her hands. Her uncle had opened a large internet cafe called Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe in Anling in the Qingxiu District. If the 720 Studio could collaborate with her uncles internet cafe, then there would be a substantial guarantee for the studios revenue. Zhang Xinxin and her uncle had also agreed on a meeting. Today at 3 p.m., both parties would meet at the Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe to discuss cooperation. In the studio. Lin Chuan sat in the comfortable gaming chair, leaning back lazily, Little Landlady, when is that person you mentioned arriving? The Little Landlady folded her arms, supporting her about-to-tumble mountains, and pursed her lips, He should be here soon, he said hes nearby. While they were speaking, a knock on the door was heard. Hello, is this the 720 Studio? A young man in a plaid shirt and jeans with a backpack and a crew cut appeared outside the door. The visitor was none other than Li Qing. Are you Li Qing? Lin Chuan got up and walked toward the door, smiling. Ah yes. Li Qing paused, looking up at Lin Chuan, And you must be the author Mr. Lin, right? Lin Chuan nodded and said with a smile, Thats me. Author, Ive always been following your criminal records, and now I finally meet you in person! Li Qing was a bit excited and his words somewhat incoherent. Lin Chuan: ??? The studio was on the ground floor, already a bit cool. Li Qings comment seemed to drop the temperature by another two degrees Celsius. Face-to-face big reveal! PfftC The Little Landlady couldnt help but laugh out loud, Master, you said you were a decent person, but your readers are saying your books are criminal records. A line of embarrassment appeared on Lin Chuans face: With a clear conscience, what more can be said? Stop making excuses. The Little Landlady blinked, her pretty face full of smiles. Knowing that any further attempts at defense would only make things worse, Lin Chuan turned his head toward Li Qing, switching to business matters, Li Qing, please, take a seat. The two sat down. Lin Chuan, running his own studio for the first time and lacking experience in hiring employees, asked directly, Do you want to join our 720 Studio? Li Qing glanced around the rudimentary studio and hesitated, This studio, its just starting out, isnt it? Lin Chuan nodded, Yes. Currently, is it just the two of you in this studio? Li Qing looked at Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin and couldnt help but ask again. Lin Chuan nodded again, looking at his reader, What do you think, still want to join my studio? Li Qing furrowed his brows slightly and took a deep breath, Yes, I want to. Li Qing, youre really hungry, Lin Chuan joked with his reader. Can you tell me why? Li Qing smiled, Because I read your new book; its awesome! Red Hacker, technology, all deeply moved him! Upon hearing this, the corners of Lin Chuans mouth turned up slightly as he chuckled, I can see that you have good taste. Now, why dont you introduce yourself? Li Qing spoke truthfully and didnt hide anything. And he handed his resume over to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan frowned slightly as he looked at the resume of this loyal reader and said, Computer information security technology cant get into Jintang Company You have some basics, but not much; however, you still can learn the technical aspects. As a top Hacker, it was not out of place for Lin Chuan to say such a thing. Do you think I have a chance? Li Qing asked. Lets give it a try, Lin Chuan said with a smile. But just so you know, our studio has just started, we work on a commission basis, and Zhang will tell you the details. No problem. Li Qing nodded earnestly, his palms involuntarily clenched together, his mind filled with his own thoughts. No matter what, this was also considered a job. Author Mr. Lin might look young, but he is proficient in various technologies and has cooperated closely with the police; he must be truly skilled. Moreover, he just started this new studio; if it makes a name for itself in the future, then he would be one of the original members. The most important thing was that Li Qing wanted to learn technology from Lin Chuan. The kind of top-notch technology! If he cant get into Jintang Network Security Company, then hell be a freelancer. A freelancer can still make a living! Are you free this afternoon? Lin Chuan asked. Yes. Li Qing immediately answered. Lin Chuan smiled, At 3 PM today, youll accompany us to discuss a cooperation deal. Li Qings eyes lit up. Mr. Lin indeed had the capability; a small new studio and already having a potential partner. Afternoon. 2:40 PM. Lin Chuan, Zhang Xinxin, and Li Qing, the three arrived on the third floor of Yida Plaza in Qingxiu District. This was the property owned by Zhang Xinxins second uncle. Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe. At the entrance. Zhang Xinxin stood by Lin Chuans side and pointed with her hand, Master, my second uncle said hes already on his way back; lets go sit in his office for a while. Lin Chuan followed the direction of Little Landladys pointing finger. Next to the internet cafes reception desk was a semi-enclosed small office. Zhang, you and Li Qing wait in the office for your second uncle; Ill go to the internet cafe and start up a terminal to see how secure this place is, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Okay. Zhang Xinxin nodded obediently. In terms of the studio, she was only responsible for funding and other matters. The rest, she followed Lin Chuans lead. Zhang Xinxin led Li Qing toward the small office and on the way, asked the receptionist to open a terminal for Lin Chuan. Inside the internet cafe. The walls were adorned with black firewall wallpaper, the blue strip lighting complemented by the mechanical keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals lights. This internet cafe was very clean, without any unpleasant smells. However, the sound of gaming teams clashing was quite loud. LOL, CSGO, VALORANT they all were present. Suddenly! As Lin Chuan passed the couples area, he heard a familiar voice. Qiqi, how valuable is this MVP of mine? Chapter 61 - Chapter 61: Chapter 61: The Summit of the Forbidden City Chapter 61: Chapter 61: The Summit of the Forbidden City Lin Chuan turned his head and saw in the couples area in front of him, two people were sitting. The guy had slick, shiny hair, a handsome face, sunny and quite good-looking, with a light smile on his mouth that exuded an enchanting self-confidence. The girl had long, slightly curly hair that fell over her shoulders, wearing over-the-ear gaming headphones, looking radiant with energy. They were dressed in matching printed shirts. In the middle was a cup of bubble tea, with two straws, having just finished a game. Old Wang? Lin Chuan looked at Wang Zikai and Xue Qiqi, furrowing his brows. Showoffs, huh! When Wang Zikai heard Lin Chuans voice, his eyes lit up: Old Lin, what brings you here? Lin Chuan showed a smile, walked over to Wang Zikai, and said with a laugh, Ive been working on a side job recently, came here to discuss some business. A side job? Youre hardcore, Old Lin! Wang Zikai took off his gaming headphones, chuckled, and patted Lin Chuan on the shoulder. This is a legitimate side job! Lin Chuan replied earnestly. Smiling radiantly, Xue Qiqi said from the side, Old Lin, do you know what Qianqian is worried about? Qianqian? Officer Shen? Lin Chuans mind conjured up the image of Shen Qianqian, and he asked in confusion, Did Officer Shen give any orders? Xue Qiqi smiled and said, Qianqian is worried that you might stray off the right path. Right, Officer Shen said she is concerned about your ability to scout and fabricate crime scenesits too worrisome. She hopes you wont go astray. Wang Zikai immediately echoed this concern. Uh. The lovey-dovey couple provided their input in tandem. Two black lines immediately appeared on Lin Chuans face: Cut it out, what straying off the right path? Ive always abided by the laws, and my side job is properly registered with the commercial bureau. Thats good to hear. Wang Zikai nodded, showing a relieved expression. Xue Qiqi sipped her bubble tea, curious about Lin Chuans side job: Old Lin, what kind of side job do you have that brings you to discuss business at an internet cafe? Lin Chuan smiled and didnt intend to keep it a secret: I provide technical expertise in network security. Upon hearing this. Wang Zikai looked Lin Chuan over carefully: Old Lin, you never mentioned you had these skills; dont tell me youre into fraud! Get out of here! Lin Chuan waved his hands dismissively, Dont talk nonsense, Old Wang. Ive got plenty of skills; relying solely on writing, Id end up eating dirt sooner or later. According to incomplete statistics. Writers who earn over ten thousand a month across the net dont exceed ten thousand people. However, the Writers Association revealed that there are over ten million registered online literature authors, with nearly a million becoming contracted authors. Some writers just end up working in factories as they write. No worries, with brothers like us, we definitely wont let you eat dirt, Wang Zikai said with a chuckle. Lin Chuan looked back at Wang Zikai and frowned, Old Wang, what are you doing at the internet cafe? Playing team games. You can play team games at home too, cant you? That just goes to show, you bachelor dont appreciate the ambiance; it feels different playing at the internet cafe, Wang Zikai replied, raising his eyebrows smugly. Looking at Wang Zikai and then at Xue Qiqi, Lin Chuan was puzzled: You two always play games and romance like this, arent you writing anymore? Xue Qiqis smile was brilliant: I have a book thats being adapted into a short series, with royalties coming in. Uh. Ill leave you be then. Lin Chuan turned to Wang Zikai: Is your masterpiece getting adapted too? Wang Zikai shook his head, I finished a few days ago, and now my new book is already being stockpiled. That fast? Lin Chuans face showed a faint surprise. Wang Zikai nodded, getting serious for a change, Old Lin, did your editor tell you? In a while, the Anti-Fraud Center will be collecting anti-fraud themed novels and scripts from all over the net. He did. Then arent you going to prepare? When the time comes, the two of us brothers will join, and itll be a massacre! Wang Zikai laughed. Lin Chuan also chuckled, Alright, you handle the massacre, and Ill take care of the rest. Anti-fraud If next time I randomly land a job related to anti-fraud, I might have the chance to participate. Play a couple of games together? Wang Zikai suggested. Lin Chuan glanced at the time and said, I have a business meeting soon, probably wont be free until tonight. Then tonight we team up for a five-man game! Wang Zikai said eagerly. Okay, Im going to go get some stuff done first; you guys play. Afterwards. Lin Chuan fired up a computer nearby, his hands on the keyboard, beginning to play a piano sonata. On the computer screen, strings of characters scrolled by. He was checking for firewall vulnerabilities at the Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe. After a while. Lin Chuan was confident. Master, Im back for the second time, the Little Landlady sent a message on the phone, and Lin Chuan turned off the computer and walked toward the small office next to the internet cafes front desk. In the small office. A bald middle-aged man who looked seven or eight points similar to Old Zhang, slightly portly, was leisurely making tea. He was the Little Landladys uncle, Zhang Ren. Lin, Li, have some tea. Zhang Ren poured a cup of Puer for both Lin Chuan and Li Qing, a smile on his face. Then, to the Little Landlady, he said, Xinxin, you should have a cup too. Zhang Xinxin accepted it with ease and took a sip. Then the Little Landlady went straight to the point, Uncle, Lin Chuan and I have opened a network security studio together. We are here to talk about a partnership with you. Of course, I know, Zhang Ren replied. He glanced at his niece and laughed, However, my Forbidden Summit has had Jintang Network Security Company set up our network firewall a long time ago. We dont really need any new protection now. Jintang Network Security Company? The Little Landlady had not heard of the name but felt a twinge of concern. Right. Zhang Ren took a delicate sip of Puer and nodded, Niece, you might not have heard of them, but Lin and Li must know. Then, Zhang Ren turned his gaze toward Lin Chuan and Li Qing. Lin Chuan smiled, Yes, Jintang is a large network security company in Anling City. A few days ago, they reached a cooperation deal with Anling Cyber Security, responsible for the network protection of the Anling Police. Zhang Xinxin pouted slightly. However. Lin Chuans tone shifted, a confident smile appearing at the corners of his mouth, Director Zhang could also consider our 720 Studio, because the firewall that Jintang set up for Forbidden Summit is not as solid as its name suggests. Hmm? Zhang Rens eyes narrowed slightly, puzzled. Immediately. Lin Chuans eyes sparkled as he laughed, As far as I know, two weeks ago, Forbidden Summit was frequently attacked by hackers from abroad, which caused the internet cafe to be paralyzed for two days. That did happen, Zhang Rens hand holding the teacup stiffened slightly. How long did Jintangs technicians take to maintain Forbidden Summit? Lin Chuan asked. Zhang Ren thought for a moment, Three days. Lin Chuan smiled, What if I say I can bypass Jintangs newly built network firewall and take control of this cybercafe in under half an hour, would Director Zhang believe me? Chapter 62 - Chapter 62: Chapter 62: A Good Start Chapter 62: Chapter 62: A Good Start Forbidden Summit Internet Cafe. Inside the small office. Zhang Ren looked at the young man sitting opposite him, with black short hair and dressed in a white T-shirt and casual trousers, his face not bearing the typical marks of societal hardships. Instead, he seemed somewhat immature. Lin, Zhang Ren said gravely while setting down his teacup, Its not that I dont trust your computer skills, but Jintang is a major network security company. Their technology and equipment are the finest in Anling City, and even the police are willing to collaborate with them. He wasnt looking down on Lin Chuan or trying to discourage the youth. Just recently. His older brother, Zhang De, had reached out to him, mentioning that Zhang Xinxin and Lin Chuan had started a cybersecurity workshop and were hoping he could help them oversee it. Thats why Zhang Ren had agreed to meet with Studio 720. As for the abilities of Studio 720. Zhang Ren chuckled to himself; the capabilities of an individual are limited and truly incomparable to a large network security company. It was tough for independent cybersecurity workshops to compete against big companies. Zhang Ren couldnt put the cybersecurity protection of Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe in the hands of Studio 720 without reservations. However, he would consider them for minor, general computer maintenance. After all, Xinxin was his own niece. Lin Chuan nodded slightly, his fingers interlaced on the table, body leaning forward, Director Zhang, Jintang indeed has strength, but before we met today, I performed a vulnerability check on the internet cafes firewall. Obviously. Lin Chuan was thoroughly prepared for this first major client. Workshops like Lin Chuans actually survive in the gaps between major network security companies. But as large companies continue to expand, the survival space for small dealers and workshops is squeezed, a predicament Lin Chuan had foreseen from the start. Embarking on a side venture for the first time, Lin Chuan still hoped to make a good start. Zhang Ren gazed at Lin Chuan and smiled, What do you think of this firewall, Lin? The firewall is completely sufficient against ordinary technical attacks, Lin Chuan smiled, but then he shifted gears, However, recently, many companies and internet cafes have been facing large-scale network attacks by hackers from abroad. I think, this firewall is not enough for complete protection. Not enough for complete protection? Zhang Rens expression changed slightly as his brow furrowed. Currently. Anlings internet cafes indeed faced the predicament of cyberattacks by hackers from abroad. The servers of these internet cafes contained a massive amount of personal information. Such as game accounts, bank card numbers, address details, phone numbers, communication records, and so on. These were one of the sources of profit for hackers. Of course, some shady internet cafes willingly sold personal information, which was terribly illicit. Besides, some technically advanced hackers would infiltrate an internet cafe, using it as a pivot to carry out cyber invasions and attacks on other targets. Yes, Lin Chuan nodded gently, smiling, If Director Zhang is interested, I can simulate a foreign hackers cyberattack, and within half an hour, take control of all the devices in this internet cafe. Uncle, let me show you the capability of Studio 720, said Zhang Xinxin, pursing her lips and nodding in agreement. Zhang Ren looked at the two, skeptical but after pondering briefly, he said, Then lets give it a try. Lin Chuan, Zhang Xinxin, and Li Qing exchanged smiles. Li Qing quickly pulled out a pink laptop from his black backpack, an ultrabook adorned with SpongeBob stickers. The laptop was equipment provided for Studio 720 by Zhang Xinxin. Lin Chuan took the laptop and opened it. On the laptop. Lin Chuan launched a program called *** and then typed in a series of IP addresses. Zhang Rens brow furrowed slightly. He wasnt an expert, but he recognized the string of IP addresses; they were those of Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe. Lin was well-prepared, Zhang Ren said with a smile. Lin Chuan replied with a smile, For a tech person working in the cybersecurity field acquiring an Internet cafes IP address is not a difficult task. Then I will watch with interest. Zhang Ren took a sip of Puer tea and smiled with great interest. He was also curious to see the level of expertise of this young man who was collaborating with his niece. Lin Chuan smiled and then focused on accessing the Forbidden Summit server. Under normal circumstances. Most hackers would use vulnerability systems, phishing emails, cracking backend account passwords, and other methods to break in. But how could Jintang Network Security Company not have considered these methods? The firewall and system constraints of the Forbidden Summit server could prevent the intrusion of the vast majority of hackers. However, it couldnt stop Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan began by testing the Jintang firewall. Jintangs firewall was a software program, reinforced on the Internet cafes equipment, combining to form a strong defense. But as long as it was a software program, there would be vulnerabilities. With sufficient technical skills, infiltration could be achieved. Lin Chuan first used a top-level disguise technique to mask his laptops IP address as one from within the Internet cafe, deceiving the firewall and gaining the necessary permissions and information from the server. He then performed another deceitful operation. About ten minutes later. Lin Chuan turned to Zhang Ren and smiled, Director Zhang, its done. Zhang Ren was not an insider. All he saw was that the codes had stopped scrolling on Lin Chuans pink laptop, and he was somewhat puzzled. Suddenly. The cafes front desk attendant hurried in, her face anxious, Boss, the system is out of control. Zhang Rens eyebrows furrowed, and he immediately turned his gaze to Lin Chuan. Director Zhang, dont worry. A smile appeared on Lin Chuans face. Next, he pressed the Enter key on his laptop, and the screen displayed the administrator system interface of the Forbidden Summit. Zhang Rens brow furrowed tightly as he stared intently at the pink laptop screen, his mouth agape with disbelief. Not just Zhang Ren, but Zhang Xinxin and the front desk attendant were also in shock. They didnt have much understanding of computer technology and couldnt imagine how Lin Chuan had managed to take control of the Forbidden Summits administrative system with a few keystrokes on his laptop. As someone with a computer science background, Li Qing was even more astonished than the others. The expert appreciates the nuances. In just ten minutes, Lin Chuan had bypassed Jintang Network Security Companys firewall, penetrated the server, and taken control. This level of technical skill was beyond what Li Qing could express. Lin Chuans hacking expertise completely exceeded his expectations. At this thought, Li Qing became even more excited. Because he had followed the right person! Director Zhang, this is our studios partnership proposal, which includes a detailed protection plan. Please take a look, Lin Chuan said, seizing the moment and handing over the proposal he had prepared in advance to Zhang Ren. Zhang Ren took a deep breath and accepted the partnership proposal. His fingers gently flipped through the pages, his gaze focused, not willing to overlook any detail of the collaboration. After a long pause. Zhang Ren looked steadily at Lin Chuan, and then at Zhang Xinxin, a satisfied smile on his face, I think we can talk about the details of the partnership. Chapter 63 - Chapter 63: Chapter 63 Hacker Kingdom”, It Shouldn’t be a Crime, Right? Chapter 63: Chapter 63 Hacker Kingdom, It Shouldnt be a Crime, Right? Lin Chuan and his two companions faces brightened. Zhang Xinxins slightly chubby face instantly beamed with a touch of pride, her phoenix eyes curving into crescents, Uncle, our 720 Studio is stronger than Jintang, right? Zhang Ren gave a thumbs up and smiled, Xinxin, youve found a very strong startup partner. The Little Landlady lifted her chin, Of course my master is strong, do I get a little credit too? A little bit. Zhang Ren looked at his slightly proud niece and held up a small piece the size of a fingernail. The Little Landlady pouted. Everyone laughed heartily. In the small office, the air was filled with joy. With the Little Landlady present, the partnership details were discussed most amicably. The cooperative matters discussed by both parties included configuring firewall protection programs, routine server security maintenance, regular security checks, emergency fault handling, virus and malware protection, and other details. Finally, the two parties agreed that 720 Studio would provide comprehensive network security protection for Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe at a fee of 15,000/month, with a one-month trial. Zhang Ren was pleased with the outcome. Because. Forbidden Summit is a large-scale internet cafe with over two hundred computers. Previously, when cooperating with Jintang Network Security Company, the monthly expenditure on network security maintenance was as high as 20,000. Two weeks ago, over the weekend. Forbidden Summit faced an attack by overseas hackers, and their servers were paralyzed for two days, resulting in losses far exceeding 20,000. And now 720 Studio was offering network security protection for just 15,000/month. Lower costs, higher technical expertise, and stronger protection. It was a win-win for both sides. Pleasure doing business. Lin Chuan and Zhang Ren shook hands, while the Little Landlady took a commemorative photo. That very afternoon. Lin Chuan stayed at Forbidden Summit Internet Cafe to carry out a series of technical arrangements. Li Qing, the only employee of the studio, followed Lin Chuan closely, diligently learning the technology. The night grew deeper. The neon lights of Qingxiu District in Anling City lit up one by one, the high-rises adorned with lights just beginning to shine, the whole city sparkled like a magnificent galaxy laid upon the earth. The evening breeze blew, gently swaying the lush greenery, which rustled like a whisper under the night sky. After dinner, more people started to arrive at Forbidden Summit Internet Cafe. Li Qing was still learning the technology. The Little Landlady was nestled in the small office. Surprisingly, she wasnt sneaking peeks at videos; instead, she was repeatedly calculating the costs and revenue of 720 Studio with a calculator. As for Lin Chuan. Wang Zikai had invited him to team up for gaming in the afternoon. After fussing around all afternoon and enjoying a rarely leisurely moment, Lin Chuan hadnt gamed for a long time. So, he booked a private room in advance. Five computers, exclusively for gaming, all high-spec. But the most luxurious spec was the teammates he would be gaming with. The teammates? Wang Zikai said he would bring people over. Lin Chuan could guess with his toes that he would surely invite Shen Qianqian to join the game. However, Lin Chuan had no aversion to Shen Qianqian. Since the last case investigation and the meal together, Lin Chuan had not seen the cool and glamorous Shen Qianqian, only the sweet version of her. After all. Lin Chuan now had no criminal suspicions against him, and Shen Qianqian no longer had to maintain an attitude reserved for suspects. The two of them could be considered friends at least. Lin Chuan was thinking about this. Old Lin, Im here. Old Wang entered with a beaming smile, pushing the door open. Behind him, three girls appeared in succession, causing Lin Chuan some surprise. Xue Qiqi, Shen Qianqian. And a girl Lin Chuan didnt recognize. Lin Chuan really wanted to ask Old Wang, wouldnt Qiqi get jealous with you bringing so many girls to game together? Writer Lin, you finally have some free time? Officer Shen greeted Lin Chuan with a full smile. Today, she was wearing a floral dress, her delicate oval face, pert nose, and picturesque eyes underlined by her long black hair draped over her shoulders, as sweet as ever. Officer Shen isnt on a case? Lin Chuan chuckled. After the help you gave last time, solving several murder cases in a row, our criminal investigation team has been able to breathe a sigh of relief, and we dont have to work overtime these days, Shen Qianqian said with a radiant smile on her face. Writer Lin, hello. Another girl took the initiative to extend her hand in greeting to Lin Chuan. Hello. Lin Chuan was slightly taken aback and shook her hand politely. The girl in front of him was dressed in a white short-sleeved casual shirt, which accentuated her fair and delicate skin. Her short hair fell naturally, and she had the face of a short-haired girl full of pure desire, Yixing. Shen Qianqian smiled and introduced, This is my colleague, Xia Qingqing, she also doesnt have to work overtime tonight. Lin Chuan was taken aback. This short-haired girl was also a criminal police officer? Originally Xia Qingqing had long ponytailed hair, but due to excessive confrontations with overseas hackers recently, she had no time to take care of it and simply cut it short. Writer Lin, Ive also read your book, said Xia Qingqing with a beaming smile. Oh? Lin Chuans pupils dilated slightly, surprised again. My book, is it only being read by those outlaws in the group and the police comrades? Xia Qingqing explained with a smile, I came across a live stream promoting your book This Assassin Is Too Professional during one of my online patrols. It was me who recommended it to Qianqian. Otherwise, their criminal investigation team would probably still be worrying over cases. Thats true, you were also a key to solving the case, laughed Shen Qianqian. So Officer Xia is Cyber Police, Lin Chuan remarked somewhat surprised, Havent you folks been really busy recently? Xia Qingqing chuckled with pursed lips, How do you know our Cyber Police have been pretty busy lately? Ive been following Anling news. There have been numerous attempts by overseas hackers to infiltrate, Lin Chuan explained. Xia Qingqing nodded gently, Yes, but our police department has already begun preliminary cooperation with Jintang Network Security Company, to protect against those overseas hackers, which is why Qianqian and I thought of going out and playing some games tonight. At that moment. Old Wang joined in the conversation, Officer Xia, Lin Chuan is also quite knowledgeable about network security protection and has even opened his own personal studio. Xia Qingqings eyes lit up with surprise upon hearing this, Writer Lin writes well and is also strong in network security? As far as she knew. There was a network security head within Jintang Company who also did part-time writing and was known as the top hacker in the web novel world. Xia Qingqing had been rather curious about that. Now. She heard that Lin Chuan was quite learned in network security and had opened a personal studio, which surprised her. The community of web novel writers was indeed a mixed bag Ah, no, a hiding place for the mighty! Ive dabbled a bit, Lin Chuan replied with a smile. Xia Qingqing chuckled, Would Writer Lin be interested in writing a novel about cyber-technical attack and defense? Ive been running out of books to read recently. Hmm? Lin Chuan felt a sudden twinge of apprehension, mulling over to himself whether his book Hacker Kingdom, which detailed Mr. Lins early days as a hacker and his mid-story transformation into a red hacker, wasnt criminal, was it? Perhaps he could recommend it to Officer Xia, and if she liked it, wouldnt that secure a subscribe? Possibly even a full subscription! As Lin Chuan pondered. Wang Zikai chimed in again. Officer Xia, Old Lin has recently published a new book called Hacker Kingdom, which is all about cyber-technical attack and defense stories. Chapter 64 - Chapter 64: Chapter 64: What Level of Hacker is Lin Chuan Chapter 64: Chapter 64: What Level of Hacker is Lin Chuan ` In the private room of the internet cafe. Xia Qingqing pursed her thin lips, her mouth slightly turning up into a lovely smile, revealing a pair of eyes clear as autumn water as she looked at Lin Chuan, A novel with a hacker theme? Yeah, a hacker theme. Lin Chuan nodded lightly, and took the opportunity to explain, The protagonist in the book comes into contact with the dark web during his clueless period and becomes a hacker. In his subsequent growth process, he will transform into a Red Hacker. Lin Chuan emphasized the words Red Hacker to avoid any unnecessary misunderstanding Xia Qingqing might have after reading the book. Then Im even more interested, Ill subscribe to the whole series tonight! Xia Qingqing said with a radiant smile. Back when Xia Qingqing was reading up on computer technology, she was very interested in it. Plus, there was a period when hacker culture was popular, and she really liked novels and films with hacker themes. However. After the hacker culture trend subsided, novels and films with hacker themes also disappeared, and scarcely anyone wrote them anymore. Now. She heard that Lin Chuan wrote a novel with a hacker theme, and whats more, it was developing towards a Red Hacker direction, which truly hit the spot for her. She must read it! Thats great, Ill support you in the game later! Lin Chuan looked at the short-haired female officer in front of him who intended to subscribe to his whole series and couldnt help but grin. He wasnt originally a support player. But then, which author could reject a complete subscription? True fan +1. At that, everyone laughed heartily, and the private room was filled with a joyful atmosphere. Shen Qianqian smiled like a blooming flower, her lips pursed. Actually. At noon, the Sailing Novel app had pushed Hacker Kingdom to her. As soon as she saw it, she decisively subscribed to the whole series for Lin Chuan. If Lin Chuan took a glance at the Hacker Kingdom readers leaderboard, he would find that Shen Qianqians reader value was at the top of the list. She wasnt too keen on the novels Thief and Swindler. But the book This Assassin Is Too Professional, she analyzed every single crime scene treatment, word by word, and even simulated them in her mind. Not only Shen Qianqian but also the criminal investigation team captain Hu Daqiang did as well. Even the chief Zhang Biao had the potential to become a book fan. However. Chief Zhang Biao still reserved his opinion on Author Mr. Lin: just dont let this kid commit a crime! Soon, the few of them started a five-man team in the game. Lin Chuan originally thought this team play would just be for fun, but Xue Qiqi, Shen Qianqian, and Xia Qingqings gaming prowess took him by surprise. From LOL to Valorant. They not only did not drag their feet but also strongly carried a few games for Lin Chuan and Old Wang. In the internet cafes private room, there was a tense and excited atmosphere; everyone was smiling and occasionally letting out cheers for completing kills. They all had a great time. The night grew deeper. The dim lights spilling from the windows of tall buildings were like stars that had fallen to earth. The street lamps became lonely, and occasionally a few cars shuttled on the roads, their headlights cutting through the nights darkness, leaving trails of light. When Xia Qingqing left the Forbidden City Peak internet cafe, it was nearly 11 P.M. Luckily, her home was in the Qingxiu District. Not far away. Xia Qingqing washed up, changed into a soft and comfortable white ice silk nightgown, her short hair falling, exposing her delicate collarbone and captivating swan neck, barefoot, she walked into her room. Then, she lazily lay on her bed. She curled up slightly, lying on her side. The bright light from her phone screen shone on her pure and fair face. Hacker Kingdom. Xia Qingqing murmured softly, her slender and fair fingers tapping on the screen keyboard, entering Hacker Kingdom in the search bar of the Sailing Novel app. Work: Hacker Kingdom Author: Mr. Lin Xia Qingqings mouth lifted into a smile as she murmured to herself, Mr. Lin the same Mr. Lin thats a suspect? She had indeed read some content of Lin Chuans novels, knowing that the readers of the novels jokingly called Lin Chuan Suspect Mr. Lin. Because, it reads much like a criminal autobiography. Teasing aside. Xia Qingqing was indeed very interested in novels with a hacker theme. Her fingers eagerly clicked to open Hacker Kingdom, the contents of the novel filling her vision. ` I am a hacker. A person shrouded in darkness, who cant stand the light. I have faced countless top hackers from abroad, and they have all become my defeated opponents, without exception. In the virtual world of the internet, I am the absolute king! Many have tried to challenge my position, and all have ended in failure. I stand at the pinnacle of the internet, looking down upon my Hacker Kingdom. There, the flags are a brilliant red. Fluttering in the wind. Xia Qingqing looked at the opening and slightly pursed her lips, Mr. Lin indeed didnt lie to me, there indeed is a part about him transitioning to a Red Hacker. She and Li Qing were doing the same work related to network security and protection. Thus, a theme like hacking was not a reading barrier for her. Not only that. As a reader with experience in cyber police, her focus would be different from others. My surname is Lin. Hackers, do not reveal their real names. For now, you can call me Mr. Lin. In the corner of this dark internet caf, I installed a software called ***, entering a 16-character web address. The web address is valid. I continued the operation, set up a VPN, made multiple jumps through networks, and I successfully logged into the dark web. From that moment on, my lifes trajectory started to deviate. Because, on there, I saw Seeing this, Xia Qingqings brows slightly furrowed, and she couldnt help but murmur, Lin Chuan really went all out to write this book, even visiting the dark web. So hardcore! As a cyber police, Xia Qingqing was more than familiar with the dark web, and she had only four words to describe the depiction of the dark web in the novel: Extremely meticulous. Those who have never entered the dark web might be able to imagine its evils, but they couldnt depict the details of its sinful transactions as Lin Chuan did. However. As long as one did not engage in illegal and criminal activities, cyber police wouldnt go into detail about who has accessed the dark web through VPNs. Continuing to read on. Xia Qingqing gradually became immersed in the Hacker World that Lin Chuan experienced. The pace of Hacker Kingdom was not slow. It quickly entered into the cyber technical offense and defense storyline which Xia Qingqing liked. After I became a hacker. I made my first pot of gold from Company X within just two days. Twenty thousand dollars, I felt an unprecedented joy. That figure, in my life, was just a drop in the ocean. Later, I made fifty thousand dollars, a hundred thousand dollars, a million dollars, but none gave me the happiness that first twenty thousand did. Because, its significance to me was extraordinary. It was the first money I made using my skills, opening the door to my new world. Going back to Company X. X Company is a technology company, not very large but with a strong sense of protection. I still remember, that damn firewall, which actually blocked me for a full six hours. Their firewall used Outside the window, the moonlight was clear. Under the covers, Xia Qingqings frown grew deeper as she read on, and she couldnt help but mutter, These cyber attacks and defenses are so refined what level of hacker is Lin Chuan? But she didnt have time to think it through. In the WeChat work group, it was a late-night bombardment! @All membersCEmergency situation, several cities within the province are under attack by foreign hackers, Anling is entering emergency protection mode, all members of the Anling cyber police team to gather in the meeting room at 06:00 on April 3rd! Received, reply! For those who do not reply, the squadron leaders will notify each one to ensure the notice is received. 00:26. Xia Qingqings vision went dark, and after replying with received, she could only put down the novel that she was just getting absorbed in and hurriedly went to sleep. Chapter 65 - Chapter 65: Chapter 65: Setting Sail! Chapter 65: Chapter 65: Setting Sail! ` The following day, early morning. In the old city district, the first light of dawn spilled through the hazy clouds onto the patchwork city, draping Anling in a golden veil. The wind, at times, gently swept across the streets, kicking up dust, and at others, carried a cacophony of irregular sounds, much like an old cat snoring around the corner, seeping into Lin Chuans narrow rented room. Yesterday. Lin Chuan had set up firewalls for the summit of Zijin, and then played games with Old Wang and the others, so he had gone to bed early. This morning, it wasnt the wind or the early sunshine that woke Lin Chuan, but Youyou. Ding dong ding dong. 9:00. Youyou sent a message right on time. Darling~ Time to get up. Mmm Lin Chuan stretched lazily, rubbed his bleary eyes, pressed his temples, and, after waking up, replied to Youyou, Youyou, Im here. Have you had breakfast yet? Youyou asked with concern. Not yet. Lin Chuan was brushing his teeth while replying to the messages. Darling~ about Hacker Kingdom, Youyou sent a barrage of messages. In the rented room, in front of a sink tiled with old porcelain. Lin Chuans hand clutching the toothbrush stiffened, Is the data not looking good? Youyou replied, Yes, I arranged a Chief Editors Recommendation for you yesterday, which has a significant number of exposures. Lin Chuan frowned, feeling a sense of foreboding, Hows the conversion rate? Not great. Youyou replied with three words. Then, she sent over a backend data chart. [04/02 Sailing Novel Chief Editors Recommendation Results] [Title: Hacker Kingdom] [Favorites: 2607.] [Average Subscriptions: 318.] [Reading Conversion Rate from Recommendation: 0.4, Average Standard: 1.2] [Chapter Retention Rate from Recommendation: 67%, Average Standard: 50%] The reading conversion rate refers to the ratio between the number of recommendations and the number of readers. 0.4! Only four in a thousand? Lin Chuans gaze sharpened, instantly focusing on one piece of data, his brow half furrowed. A big banner, a small horn, Chief Editors Recommendation, Bestseller Selection, are the four main recommendations from Sailing Novel with the largest exposure. If a novel gets featured in one of these recommendations but doesnt show any significant performance improvement, Then, it can pretty much be pronounced dead. The early morning breeze fluttered the curtains in Lin Chuans small rented living room, slapping against his body, creeping into his boxers, sending goosebumps all over him. Chilling to the bone! System, can you brush some subscriptions for me? The system quickly replied Host, brushed subscriptions do not count towards the actual Popularity Value. Currently at 318 Popularity Value, you are 5682 points short, keep up the effort, host. Hissss! Lin Chuan took a deep breath and muttered, 5682 points short in Popularity Value, thats quite a gap. Could it be that I will fall at the hacker hurdle? He had only just tasted the sweetness brought by the capability of Top-Level Hacker Technique yesterday, but todays novel data had jerked him awake. No wonder nobody has been writing novels about hacking these years. Its really cold! Darling~ Dont be discouraged just yet. ` Youyou noticed that Lin Chuan hadnt replied for a long time and guessed his mood, so she quickly sent a comforting message. Lin Chuan took a deep breath, Youyou, Im actually okay. Thats good, about your book Hacker Kingdom, Principal Editor Mingyue and I have some thoughts. Youyous message came back quickly. Youyou, just say it, I can take it, Lin Chuan forced a smile, waiting for Youyous analysis. Soon, Youyou sent a string of messages. Honey, Mingyue and I both think that the reason for your low reading conversion rate might be two-fold. First, Hacker Kingdom has a bit of a high threshold for readers. As editors, Mingyue and I went through the first hundred thousand words and found it quite challenging; the technical aspects are too strong. This professional jargon isnt like that of an assassins, its technical jargon that laymen really struggle to get. Second, there are very few domestic readers for this topic. When hacker-themed novels were flourishing on Sailing Novel, it was the time when the hacker culture wave was hitting our country, but that was ten years ago. To revive the glory of the hacker theme from those days, our country would need to ignite another hacker culture wave. At this moment. Lin Chuan leaned back in his chair, his brows knitted tightly. The two reasons Youyou mentioned were spot-on. Hacker Kingdom has a high reading threshold and a small domestic audience, which is why it has performed so dismally. However, the solution Youyou proposed, to ignite another hacker culture wave, is extremely difficult. Indeed it is, Lin Chuan felt somewhat helpless. Honey, can I ask you something? Ask away, Youyou. Do you have confidence in the quality of Hacker Kingdom? Youyou inquired. Lin Chuan furrowed his brows, pondering for a moment: Yes. After acquiring top-level hacker technique, he had carefully reviewed Hacker Kingdom, the book generated by the system based on his experiences, and its quality was definitely top-notch. But the sales were abysmal. Honey~ then wait for some good news from me! Youyou sent a message. In Modu, the office building of Sailing Novel. Youyou put down her phone, gazed at the Excel table Overseas Publication Application on her computer screen, clenched her fist, and began typing in information about Hacker Kingdom. Recently, Sailing Novel had started preparing for novel going overseas. That is to say, they were going to publish novels overseas. Each editor had the power to recommend works, but the least qualification required was an average subscription of ten thousand. By all rights, Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom, with an average subscription of 318, stood no chance of joining the ranks of novel going overseas. But Youyou wanted to fight for Lin Chuans chance. Lin Chuan was the most promising author under her, with two huge hits in a row, both aiming for ten thousand subscriptions. If Hacker Kingdom completely flopped, Youyou was worried it would crush Lin Chuans confidence and he would never recover. Therefore, Youyou made up her mind to push Hacker Kingdom overseas. Her thinking was simple: if the hacker culture wasnt thriving domestically, then push it overseas. Hacker culture was flourishing overseas. Especially in North Bear. But while the idea was simple, implementing it was difficult. So after filling out the Overseas Publication Application, Youyou took a deep breath and headed to the office of the Principal Editor of Sailing Novel. No way! In the office, the Principal Editor just glanced at Hacker Kingdoms numbers and rejected it outright. Youyou pursed her lips and argued, Principal Editor, the author of this novel, Mr. Lin, has written two huge masterpieces in a row. Swindler won first place in Heroes Compete. This Assassin Is Too Professional is on its way to ten thousand subscriptions. If Hacker Kingdom could go overseas, I believe it would definitely make a brilliant showing. The Principal Editor frowned slightly and still shook his head, Youyou, letting a book with only three hundred average subscriptions go abroad is hard to justify to the higher-ups. Youyou gritted her teeth, I can guarantee it! What do you guarantee with? With with my year-end bonus! Youyous delicate eyelashes trembled slightly, a firm determination appearing on her delicate face. Chapter 66 - Chapter 66: Chapter 66: Hacker Breaks into 720? Chapter 66: Chapter 66: Hacker Breaks into 720? ` In the office. The forty-something editor-in-chief couldnt help but look up at Youyou with a touch of surprise in his eyes, Youyou, I know you want to support the authors and achieve results, but this books performance is really too poor. Youyou spoke with conviction, But the reason for the books poor performance isnt its quality, but rather its subject matter. As long as it can go overseas, I guarantee it will perform well. The office fell into a brief silence. Hacker Kingdom The editor-in-chief looked down at the Overseas Publication Application Form in his hand and sighed softly, Youyou, youre being too na?ve. Please reconsider, Editor! Youyou implored earnestly. The editor-in-chief raised his hand and said, In a bit Ill call together some operations staff and chief editors for a small meeting, and well seriously evaluate the Hacker Kingdom you recommended. Really? A bright light appeared in Youyous eyes. The editor-in-chief nodded, Mm, you can go back to work now. Thank you, Editor! Youyou pursed her lips, suppressing the smile at the corners of her mouth. As long as Hacker Kingdom enters the evaluation, there is hope. My Lin Chuan cough, I misspoke, Mr. Lin under my charge, youd better perform well for me. My year-end bonus is riding on this, wuwuwu~ About two hours later. Approaching the end of the workday. Mingyue, dressed in a sharp blue suit, walked towards Youyous office space in her high heels. Youyou swallowed hard and quickly straightened her back, raising her head to ask, Mingyue Sister, how did it go? The editor-in-chief had mentioned a small meeting, which Chief Editor Mingyue had attended. There was a fierce debate at the meeting, Mingyue said with a slight smile. Ah? Youyous expression stiffened, and her delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly. Mingyue continued with a smile, At the meeting, the other chief editors did not agree with Hacker Kingdom going overseas, because its performance was just too dismal and did not meet the criteria. Youyous upright posture slumped visibly, as she deflated and her mouth puckered, So, that means no chance. Not necessarily. Mingyue pinched Youyous cheek and smiled, The chief editors might disagree, but the operations team agrees. Theyre very optimistic about this novel. Hmm? Youyous eyes lit up, If operations agrees, thats great. Operations, responsible for marketing the works, are behind Sailing Novels recommendations, promotions, channels, and traffic attraction. At some less transparent sites, its common for the operations team to manually select certain works for a mass promotion, creating momentum. This goes to show how powerful operations can be. In Sailing Novels overseas plan, operations has done specific market analysis for the international market and holds more sway than editors. Right, several operations staff praised your Lin Chuan highly, listing him among the pioneering works, Mingyue said with a laugh. Mingyue Sister, what do you mean your Lin Chuan? He is an author under my charge, Youyou said with a beaming smile, What are pioneering works? For novels going overseas, translation takes a long time, but as you know, other novel websites are also working on going international. So, Sailing plans to allow a small batch of works to go overseas first, to seize the market, Mingyue explained. Youyou had an epiphany, I see. So, go ahead and give your talented author the good news. Mingyue winked. Thank you, Mingyue Sister. Youyou hummed a little tune joyfully, picked up her phone, and habitually typed two characters into Lin Chuans chat box: Treasure~ Youyou, whats up? Lin Chuan replied quickly to the message. Good news! You got promoted to chief editor? Not that, but if you put in a bit more effort, I might have a chance to be promoted to chief editor. So whats the good news? Hacker Kingdom is going international! In the rental. Lin Chuans pupils dilated as he stared at the words going international. That his work with an average subscription of 318 could go international was something Lin Chuan had never imagined. ` As expected, this result had come from Youyous considerable effort. System, do overseas subscriptions count towards Popularity Value? Swiftly, the Career Life Experience System responded Yes. After pondering for a long while, Lin Chuan felt warmth in his heart and solemnly replied to Youyou, Youyou, thank you. Its nothing. Youyou replied nonchalantly, Just write a few more novels with over ten thousand subscriptions to repay me, and Ill be satisfied. Of course. The corners of Lin Chuans mouth lifted slightly as his fingers tapped rapidly. Youyou replied again, So, you wont leave me, right? ? Lin Chuans eyes narrowed, his face full of question marks. Youyou, what do you mean by that We signed a contract, not a life indebtedness agreement! After sending her previous message, Youyou hurriedly explained, Uh, I mean, you wont switch to someone else after you achieve success, right? /pout.jpg Lin Chuan exhaled a sigh of relief, laughing, Youyou, I thought you had inappropriate thoughts about me for a moment there. At the other end of the internet, Youyou pouted slightly, What, am I that bad? Not bad at all. Not bad Just not bad? Er, Youyou, youre the best editor! Lin Chuan spoke his genuine thoughts. Indeed. As an editor, Youyou was already very good. At least, Lin Chuan had never encountered a better editor than Youyou. Thats more like it. Youyous lips curled up in a satisfied smile, her delicate face beaming. Inside the Sailing Novel office building. Li Xue, also an editor, walked past Youyou. Seeing Youyou smiling at her phone for no apparent reason, she couldnt help but tease, Youyou, are you in love? Xue, what nonsense are you talking about? Youyou retorted with mock annoyance, while simultaneously pressing the power button to turn her phones screen black. Li Xue blinked with a smile, Youyou, your smile is harder to suppress than an AK, and you say youre not in love? Come on, which rich young master is it? Xue, youre asking for a beating! Youyou raised her clenched little fist before Li Xues face. In the blink of an eye, 10 days had passed. April 13th, evening. In the Happiness Community, the mottled walls were hidden in the night, the lights dim yellow, intertwining with the illumination from the residents windows. A mother cat curled up next to a small supermarket, emitting a cry like that of a baby. Inside the small supermarket. The Little Landlady was oblivious to the mother cats spring calling outside the door. She focused on holding a pen, scribbling on a notebook, occasionally pressing a calculator to verify the figures. She looked like a small business owner in charge of accounts. During these ten days. Hacker Kingdom had already been officially released overseas, just waiting for the performance feedback. Additionally. Due to the increasing frequency and scale of malicious attacks from foreign hackers, ranging from government institutions and tech companies to internet cafes and bars, all suffered varying degrees of attacks. As a result, Lin Chuans Studio 720 acquired five new clients. These five were all large internet cafe customers, introduced by the Little Landladys second uncle, Zhang Ren. Therefore, the Little Landlady had managed to break away from the allure of short videos, busying herself with calculations, turning into a little finance fanatic. As for Lin Chuan. He was in Studio 720 next to the small supermarket, having just finished coding, stood up, and stretched his back. Suddenly! The computer screen in front of Lin Chuan began to flicker continuously, turning into a blue screen, with six Chinese characters displayed in the middle. Chapter 67 - Chapter 67: Chapter 67 Are you promoting me like this? Chapter 67: Chapter 67 Are you promoting me like this? Hacker intrusion? Lin Chuans brows furrowed, as his eyes fixed on the six white Chinese characters in the middle of the blue screen: Hello, my friend. This was a kind of remote control technology. The principle was simple, but the implementation was difficult. Because, when accessing remotely, one had to deceive the firewall set up by Lin Chuan and also intrude into the computer to gain his administrative privileges. The firewall and administrative privileges of the studio computer, due to time constraints, had only been temporarily set up by Lin Chuan. However, the fact that someone could infiltrate his studio computer unnoticed, undoubtedly indicated a top-level hacker. Lin Chuan was also a top-level hacker. In his professional hacking life in Experience Life, he had faced countless similar situations. Therefore. Lin Chuan didnt panic, but methodically operated the keyboard and mouse to regain control of his studio computer. In just two minutes, Lin Chuan had taken back control. At this time, Lin Chuan didnt choose to shut down the blue screen but used this program to communicate with the other party. Who are you? Hello there, I am Angelina. The other party was quick too, this program functioned much like a normal communication tool that could be used to exchange information. Angelina? Lin Chuan slightly frowned, he had already tracked Angelinas IP address to North Bear. What do you want? Lin Chuan asked directly. Hello Mr. Lin, I mean no harm, your Hacker Kingdom is really good, Angelina replied. Lin Chuans brow grew tighter, and he was momentarily stunned: A reader? Yes, Mr. Lin, I am your reader. On the blue screen, another string of information from Angelina appeared. Mr. Lin took his hands off the keyboard and couldnt help but hold his forehead, sinking into a late-night emo mood. Are all my readers this incredible? I dont need to mention the comrades at Anling Police Station. To respect and abide by the law is everyones responsibility, and not to mention the outlaws from the reader group. This reader from North Bear was even a top-level hacker, who directly intruded into my computer to say hello. Is this something a normal reader would do? After a long pause. Lin Chuan replied, Angelina, dont you think this is a bit impolite? You are a world-class hacker, I thought you would like this cool way of greeting, Angelina responded. Alright, its indeed cool, Lin Chuan smiled. Mr. Lin, I spent a whole two days reading your autobiography, your life experience is just so rich and colorful. Clearly, Angelina had become a faithful reader of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuans face darkened, he replied, Hacker Kingdom is not an autobiography, its a fictional story set in the Virtual World. Angelinas level of Chinese was very good, she sent a long string of text in one breath. I completely understand, Mr. Lin, I too live in the Virtual World, where stories are unseen by others. Many believe it to be fiction, but in reality, its happening, she said. Hisss! Lin Chuan took a deep breath. The air was still a bit chilly in April evenings. Almost forgot, the environment hackers live in is a lot different from the real world, hence their way of thinking greatly differs from ordinary people. Luckily, Angelina was an overseas reader. If domestic readers also shared this thought, they would have already dialed Police Number, ready to collect the reward. No one can resist the temptation of a 200 bounty. Even if the person theyre reporting is their favorite author! And so. Lin Chuan just smiled faintly and asked, This is just a work of fiction, no need to take it seriously. NONONO! Angelina sent three NOs in succession: What I see is a masterpiece by a world-class hacker at the peak of his craft! Lin Chuans eyebrows rose, and his fingers tapped rapidly on the keyboard: Angelina, thank you for your recognition. SO, I, on behalf of HK, am extending an invitation to you, hoping that you will become our ally and fight alongside us, Angelina invited. ? Lin Chuan was taken aback. Shes inviting me to become an ally of HK? HK, the most influential hacker organization in North Bear. They have defeated countless hacker organizations in cyber battles and are renowned worldwide. They are both North Bears sturdiest firewall and sharpest spear in the Virtual World. Angelina explained the reason for inviting Lin Chuan: In your autobiography, you once committed crimes and later transformed into a Red Hacker to fight for your country, which aligns perfectly with our HKs principles. We really hope you will become our ally. Lin Chuan calmed his emotions and declined politely: Sorry, I am just one person who wants to write novels. Angelina: We respect your wishes. Your novel is very good; I think I must recommend it to my friendstheyll love it. Mr. Lins eyes brightened, and a smile appeared on his face: Thank you. As a hub of hacker culture, North Bear. Should Angelina recommend Hacker Kingdom to her friends, it is bound to be well received. I hope we can become friends, Angelina sent the message sincerely. Lin Chuan smiled, I hope so. Alright, I will come to you next time, Angelina replied. Dont find me like this next time; you can add my QQ or WeChat, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. Okay. Angelina left the chat. A few minutes later. A notification popped up on Lin Chuans QQ. Ding dong ding dong. Angelina has requested to add you as a friend. Additional information: Mr. Lin, I am your loyal reader. Source: Found by account search. Lin Chuan smirked to himself, sure enough, even the QQ account is not a secret before a top-class hacker. Accept. Next time you have something to talk about, you can send it directly to me here, Lin Chuan sent a message to Angelina through the QQ chat window. Okay/OK.jpg. Angelina replied with an OK emoticon first and then said, Your novel is just too good. I have to promote it tonight. Lin Chuan smiled, Then thank you for the promotion. Loyal reader fan +1. But. What Lin Chuan didnt know was that Angelina wasnt just a loyal fan, but a fanatic one. North Bear. In a sci-fi-themed studio. A girl wore an off-shoulder black top, her white shoulders and neck as graceful as a swan. She blinked her large brown eyes and murmured in the North Bear language: Hacker Kingdom is truly the pinnacle in the Hacker World. I think every hacker should be aware of its existence! Yes! They must be aware of its existence! She was Angelina. Angelina immediately turned on her computer, started editing code, and fiddled with a specific push notification program. All to promote Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom. That night, an untold number of hackers in North Bear mysteriously received a special push notification on their phones. Chapter 68 - Chapter 68: Chapter 68 Astonishing Increase! Chapter 68: Chapter 68 Astonishing Increase! ` The night deepened. Above, a bright moon hung high, and silver moonlight scattered across the sky, immersing the city of North Bear in silence. Only the occasional bark of a dog or the shout of a drunken man broke this tranquility. However, in the silent virtual network, a powerful program quietly swept through the entire hacker community of North Bear. Lets call it a rogue program. Because it was neither a Trojan nor a virus but a simple push notification. It appeared in the search engines, social media apps, and infiltration tools of hackers in an almost impudent manner. Inside a bachelors apartment. A young man engaged in network penetration had just finished his days work. Full of vigor, he effortlessly accessed a certain short video website. Tired from a whole day, time to relax, he muttered in North Bearian, then started flipping through the pages, looking for a video to his taste. This one looks good, the young hacker said with interest as he clicked on the video. Loading. Load successful. Suddenly! A pop-up ad appeared right in the middle of the phone screen. [Congratulations, you have been selected as a reader of The God of Hackers autobiography.] [Open this autobiography.] [You will see the legendary life of The God of Hackers!] [Hacker Kingdom, redirecting in 3 seconds!!!] Huh? The young hackers eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at the pop-up ad. After 3 seconds. The short video website actually redirected to another page automatically. The Sailing Novel international site, webpage. Oh, you madman!!! Which lunatic hacked my phone and pushed this on me? I just wanted to watch some short videos! The God of Hackers? Hmph! Once Im relaxed, Ill see what this God of Hackers is all about! The same scene unfolded in various parts of North Bear. On one hand, the hackers were filled with rage, tracking down the origin of this rogue program. On the other hand, they clicked into Lin Chuans novel to see who dared claim to be The God of Hackers on North Bear turf. Keep in mind: North Bear is globally known as the most thriving place for hacker culture and the cradle of top-level hackers. This night, the hacker community of North Bear was destined to be sleepless. In the studio, Angelina, wearing a black off-the-shoulder top, blinked her eyes, a satisfied smile appearing on her face. She then sent Lin Chuan a message: The push is complete. That fast? Lin Chuan, who had just finished washing up and was lying in bed, was somewhat surprised. Its just a matter of coding a program. Tomorrow Ill also recommend it in your area. I really love your autobiography; they will definitely love it too!!! Angelina sent another message. Her words conveyed a sense of no big deal and true fan. Lin Chuan smiled. For a world-class hacker, recommending a novel to a friend indeed only required a simple program. However, Angelinas second message made Lin Chuan curious: Do you also know my friends from over here? A touch of pride appeared on Angelinas face as she sent two consecutive messages. Of course. /smug.jpg Dont underestimate the channels of top North Bear hackers, we can contact anyone in the world. Impressive! Lin Chuan replied with a thumbs-up.jpg emoji. ` Angelina looked at Lin Chuans thumbs up emoji, and the corners of her mouth uncontrollably curled upwards. She straightened her back and combed her messy hair from her temples behind her head with her slender, fair fingers, quickly typing on the keyboard: Idol, wait for my good news! Alright, Ill wait for your good news, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Idol, I think you will like my very cool and cool recommendation method, Angelina said with a pursed smile, adding a /blink.jpg. Lin Chuan laughed, As long as its a recommendation, I like it. With those words from you, I am even more confident about recommending! Angelinas smile became even brighter. She became more convinced in the enthusiastic technologically advanced way she was recommending. This recommendation method truly technological, very hardcore. End of chat. In the middle of the night, Lin Chuan lay in bed, hands pillow behind his head. System, panel. [Work: Hacker Kingdom.] [Current status: On sale.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 527/6000. (Includes overseas Popularity Value: 153)] Overseas Popularity Value of 153? A light flashed in Lin Chuans eyes. Hacker Kingdom had only been published recently. Before Angelina had reached out to him, Lin Chuan had made a point to check the overseas Popularity Value (Average Subscription), which was 63 at the time. After Angelina recommended it to her friends, in just two hours, there was an increase of 90 Average Subscriptions! 90 Average Subscriptions might not seem like a lot. But, with Hacker Kingdom having around 400 paid chapters, thats 36,000 chapter subscriptions. And an important point to note: Normal readers of online novels read at a pace of 50,000 to 60,000 characters per hour; with speed reading, it could reach 100,000 characters/hour. The free part of Hacker Kingdom was close to 200,000 characters in length. Meaning, these 36,000 chapter subscriptions were focused on just the small portion of newly charged chapters! Therefore, Angelina had recommended Lin Chuan at least a thousand hacker readers, or even close to ten thousand. Lin Chuans estimate was still too conservative. Because the Popularity Value of Hacker Kingdom was still rising. Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 527/6000 Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 568/6000 Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 613/6000 Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 669/6000 Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 712/6000 In the rental room. Lin Chuan simply couldnt stay lying down anymore. The night breeze blew gently, and occasionally, the mating calls of cats came from outside the window. But Lin Chuan turned a deaf ear to it. At that moment, he was sitting on the bed, calling out the system panel from time to time, checking the Popularity Value every so often. This rate of increase in Popularity Value (Average Subscription) was too fast! It was so fast that Lin Chuan was too excited to sleep. At this rate, he could reach six thousand Popularity Value in the next couple of days. By then, he could unlock a new profession, experience a new professional life, acquire new skills, and create new novels. Meanwhile, Lin Chuan was also filled with doubts. This rate of increase was a bit too extreme! Because it wasnt like with Swindler or This Assassin Is Too Professional, where both novels had fast-growing Popularity Values due to the boost from the trending searches on the Quick Shake platform. For Hacker Kingdom, the only known recommendation so far was Angelina saying she would promote it to her friends. If all these were Angelinas friends, then Angelina, a member of the North Bear HK Hacker Organization, must have way too many friends, right? Is this what it feels like to be propelled by an Influent Author? Lin Chuan murmured to himself, unable to resist. This surge felt like hitting rock bottom in grades, then springing back to life with a chapter promotion from a great author, like dry wood meeting spring. Chapter 69 - Chapter 69: Chapter 69: Treasure, Taking Off! Chapter 69: Chapter 69: Treasure, Taking Off! The next day, early in the morning. In Modu, the rising sun pierced through the thin cloud layers like fish scales, casting a brilliant glow onto the glass of the closely packed skyscrapers. Inside the Sailing Novel office building. Youyou, dressed in a beige maxi dress and wearing small white high heels, walked up to the editor-in-chiefs office, took a deep breath, then tucked her hair behind her ears to ease her nervousness a bit. This morning. As soon as Youyou stepped into the Sailing Novel office building, she ran into the editor-in-chief. Seeing her, he only said one sentence, Youyou, come to my office later; lets talk about your year-end bonus. Hisss! Year-end bonus! Youyou became nervous all at once. She had bet her year-end bonus on taking Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom overseas for publication, but in reality, she also did not have much confidence. The only thing that supported her to make such a bold decision was her belief in Lin Chuan. But. Whether the novel would take off upon publishing, who could be sure? Some have prepared diligently, spending ten years to forge a sword, crafting a great work filled with deep meaning and profound reflections on life, but in the end, they might not even get their work passed a trial run on Sailing Novel. A look at the actual following: 1. This reader was still criticizing it. Others write wildly with their eyes closed, with careless plots, no embellishments, spending their days in bluster and directly offensive plots, yet they keep topping bestseller lists and reaping both fame and fortune. It really boggles the mind. Therefore, Youyou also had no certainty about whether Hacker Kingdom would take off. Forget it, if Lin Chuan cant deliver results, I wont be able to drum up any performance this year, and Ill have to pack my things and leave; there wont be any year-end bonus to speak of. Youyou consoled herself. Then she gently knocked on the editor-in-chiefs office door. Knock, knock, knock. Come in. The voice of the editor-in-chief came out. Youyou steadied her mind and walked into the editor-in-chiefs office, Editor-in-chief. The editor-in-chief, Zhang Yixing, was about forty years old, and he got along well with the editors; he was not too imposing. In his youth, he had written quite a few hot-selling books; now, he was balding. At this moment. Seeing Youyou come in, Zhang Yixing paused his work, Youyou, take a seat first. Youyou pursed her lips and sat down at the tea table. Editor-in-chief Zhang Yixing then smiled and said, Youyou, what kind of tea would you like? Youyous eyelashes trembled slightly, and a tinge of confusion appeared on her face, Editor-in-chief, theres no need for this. If youre going to cut my year-end bonus, Ill accept it. In the workplace. When a superior is about to cut salaries or rewards, some would broach the subject with a cheerful disposition, creating a casual atmosphere as if chatting with an old friend. To Youyou, Editor-in-chief Zhang Yixings behavior seemed to carry an implication of offering wine to release military power. Alas, my year-end bonus! Alas, my little monies! Wuuu Who said your year-end bonus was getting cut? Editor-in-chief Zhang Yixing raised his eyebrows slightly, asking with a smile. Arent you talking to me about my year-end bonus? Youyou was startled. Zhang Yixing smiled, Cant a year-end bonus increase? The year-end bonus can increase? Doesnt that mean A flush of joy appeared on Youyous rosy cheeks, and her slightly dispirited eyes lit up, Editor-in-chief, didnt you just ask me what tea I want? Could you ask me one more time? What tea would you like? I dont want tea; I want coffee! Youyous voice rose a little, with the vigor of a liberated serf singing. Editor-in-chief Zhang Yixings mouth twitched slightly. But he still made Youyou a cup of instant coffee. Is it that Hacker Kingdom is doing quite well overseas? Youyou sipped her coffee and asked. How did you know? Editor-in-chief, this coffee is really good! Youyou said with a smile. Editor-in-chief chuckled, Its results might be better than what you had in mind. How much? Youyou asked eagerly. The specific overseas data for Hacker Kingdom was not visible to Lin Chuan, and Youyou needed to request permission from the editor-in-chief to have access. Ill send you the data; you can study it yourself, Editor-in-chief Zhang Yixing said with a smile. Okay. Youyou nodded excitedly. Zhang Yixing sent the data to Youyou, whose fingers tapped continuously on her phone. A moment later. Youyou looked stunned and couldnt help but swallow her saliva. Hiss! This data Ding-a-ling Ding-a-ling Youyous alarm clock started ringing. 9:00. Zhang Yixing asked casually, You have an alarm set at this time? Youyou came back to her senses, chuckled awkwardly, Chief Editor, this is the alarm to wake up the God of Wealth, Im going back to carefully analyze this data! With that, Youyou picked up her coffee, humming a tune as she walked out of the office. Darling~ Time to wake up! Just after leaving the office, Youyou immediately sent two messages to Lin Chuan. Youyou, I just woke up, Lin Chuan replied. Last night, he fell into a deep sleep while watching the Popularity Value inch up. Darling~ Were taking off! Do you know? Between the lines, Youyous joy was overflowing. Taking off? Lin Chuans eyes widened, and he immediately understood what Youyou meant. System, panel! [Title: Hacker Kingdom.] [Current Status: Launched.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 2408/6000. (Including Overseas Popularity Value: 2018)] Overseas Popularity Value, 2018! Holy shit! On the bed, Lin Chuan sat up as if resurrected from the brink of death, his eyes wide and face full of astonishment! The increase of 2018 Popularity Value! Before bed. Lin Chuan had expected the increase to be fast, but he never anticipated it would be this rapid; the speed was truly astonishing. Was this the effect of Angelina recommending it to her friends? At this moment. Youyou sent another set of data. [Vanguard Plan work, overseas data as of April 14, 08:00.] [Title: Hacker Kingdom.] [Number of Collections: 105267.] [Paid Chapters: 397.] [Chapter Subscriptions: 801146.] [Average Subscription: 2018.] [Vanguard Plan Works Bestseller Ranking: 1.] Lin Chuan had experienced four different professional lives and saw much of the world, but virtual was still virtual, and his mindset was different. Now. With this explosive data in front of him, he couldnt help but take a deep breath to steady his overly excited emotions. The first thing Lin Chuan did was to thank Youyou. Hacker Kingdom could go international, all thanks to your efforts, Youyou. Thank you, Youyou!/Extremely grateful.jpg. Indeed, it was only after going international that Hacker Kingdom had the chance to soar. Lin Chuan felt grateful to Youyou. Inside the Sailing Novel building, Youyou smiled brightly, Its mainly because Hacker Kingdom is such high quality; I just added a finishing touch. Lin Chuan felt warmth in his heart, Youyou, so magnanimous! Write a few more books, and thatll be the best thanks for me! Youyou laughed. Okay, Ill write a few more! Lin Chuan replied earnestly. After ending the conversation with Youyou, Lin Chuan took a deep breath and then opened up Angelinas chat window. Could the staggering number of a hundred thousand favorites be the result of Angelinas recommendation? If so, how exactly did she recommend it? Chapter 70 - Chapter 70: Chapter 70 Angelina, Ultimate Jail Fan! Chapter 70: Chapter 70 Angelina, Ultimate Jail Fan! Angelina, good morning. Out of politeness, Lin Chuan greeted Angelina first, since they had only met online the night before, for a total of about ten hours, and were not yet very familiar with each other. It was not like those men and women who meet by chance and gain a deep understanding of each other in just half an hour, inside out, and then boldly claim in front of the police they are well-acquainted. As for the eight hundred yuan in cash, it seemed reasonable for acquaintances to consider it a meeting gift when no other presents were brought along. However. Angelina, on the other hand, behaved as if they were old friends. Maybe it was because she was immersed in the world of Hacker Kingdom, had glimpsed into Lin Chuans life, and saw him as an idol. At that moment, she was in front of her computer, and when she saw a message from the author she admired, her heart leaped with joy, and her fingers danced lightly over the keyboard. Idol, good morning. /rose.jpg Last night, my friends all loved your autobiography. Its great and very interesting; its definitely a masterpiece in the Hacker World. Some friends started cursing after seeing my recommendation at first, but their eyes soon betrayed their emotions because they couldnt stop reading your autobiography. /laughing.jpg Angelina was generous with her words of praise. Even through the internet, Lin Chuan could almost see Angelinas eyes sparkling with little stars, although he had never met her. As a writer, he was not aiming to illuminate the world with his book, nor was he trying to pursue some profound literary realm. On the contrary, he was quite materialistic, only interested in making money. But when there genuinely were readers who recognized and praised him, Lin Chuan still felt very heartwarming. Lin Chuan considered seriously, noticing that Angelina, this reader from North Bear, was a little different from some of his previous readers. Angelina was not curious nor was she learning technology, nor trying to find out if he had a criminal record. She purely enjoyed Hacker Kingdom and highly appreciated him. This subtle feeling lingered in Lin Chuans heart, leaving him content, happy, and slightly proud. Ultimate true fan! Lin Chuan labeled Angelina as such. Angelina, your recommendation last night was very powerful, the stats soared! Lin Chuan said sincerely, with a laugh. PowerfulI understand that word, but what does soared mean? Angelina asked. It means the novels stats went up really quickly. I see, so does the idol feel grateful to me? Of course. Lin Chuan was indeed grateful for Angelina, his ultimate true fan. When I get to your area, Ill come and hang out with you! Angelina half-jokingly suggested. Sure thing! Lin Chuan laughed in response. That settles it then, once I finish my current work, Ill come and worship the idol! Angelina had a bright smile on her face. By the way, Angelina, theres something I want to ask you about, Lin Chuan pondered for a moment before replying. Go ahead, idol, she said. Last night, Hacker Kingdom gained 100,000 collections, meaning 100,000 people added it to their bookshelves. Did they all come through your recommendation? Lin Chuan voiced his puzzlement. Only 100,000 added to the bookshelves? Angelina responded. Only? Lin Chuans eyebrows furrowed at her reply. Did Angelina think that 100,000 was too few? I recommended the autobiography of the idol to 200,000 people last night, Angelina said, and Lin Chuan was dumbfounded. 200,000? Wait a minute! Lin Chuan was stunned. As the saying goes, the more friends you have, the more pathways in life you have. Elders always say its good to make more friends. But friends in the tens or hundreds of thousands were definitely astonishing. It was impossible for all these people to be Angelinas friends! With this thought, Lin Chuan quickly typed a question: Angelina, how did you recommend it to all these people? To promote the autobiography of the God of Hackers, of course, I had to use a bit of cool technology, Angelina replied. Cool technology? A little bit? Lin Chuans heart suddenly filled with an ominous premonition. Angelina was a member of the North Bear HK Hacker Organization, and when she talked about her cool techniques could that mean cyber intrusion? GG! Would the Cyber Police of North Bear consider it a war between hackers if they detected such a large-scale cyber intrusion? Suddenly! Lin Chuan thought of something even more terrifying. Last night, Angelina said she had channels in the country and was going to recommend Hacker Kingdom abroad. Hisss! Lin Chuans mouth twitched, and he took in a sharp breath of cold air, quickly asking, You havent begun recommending on my side, have you? However, the three messages Angelina sent made Lin Chuans spirit chill from head to toe. How dare I neglect something related to my idol? Have you ever seen Mo City at four in the morning? I got up at four oclock to start tinkering with the app for the first round of promotion. After all, its cross-border, and there are a few troubles with promotion. Lin Chuan, also being a hacker, keenly sensed something was amiss: Angelina, is this a technical push? Technical push? Angelina wasnt sure about the meaning of these Chinese words. I mean, did you use methods like cyber intrusion to push out the promotions? Lin Chuan asked. Cyber intrusion You could say that, Angelina replied. Lin Chuan suddenly felt a darkness before his eyes, as if someone had grasped his throat, the hand of fate making it hard to breathe. Angelinas kind of recommendation was too penalizing! True Love Fan () Head-First-to-Jail Fan () Angelina indeed was different from the other readers in the group. The group of lawbreakers merely talked about sending Lin Chuan to prison. But Angelina, The Head-First-to-Jail Fan, took actual steps to send Lin Chuan there! For a long while. Lin Chuan finally collected himself: Angelina, stop the promotion for now. Idol, whats wrong? Angelina asked. Lin Chuans breathing grew rapid, his fingers moving faster than ever: How many people have you reached with your promotion in my country so far? Angelina pondered for a moment and then replied, Due to cross-border promotion taking some time, Ive only reached Han River Province where you are, about fifty thousand people. Fifty thousand? Lin Chuans eyes widened, and he drew in a sharp breath of cold air. This number should count as a large-scale invasion by foreign hackers, right? The only consolation was that Angelina was just promoting a novel, and it shouldnt have caused any real damage. Lin Chuan considered, I know you like Hacker Kingdom, but this method of promotion can easily cause unnecessary troubles. Angelina looked at Lin Chuans message, her eyebrows furrowed, her mouth slightly pursed: Idol, there might be some trouble. Book banning, squatting in the police station, Lin Chuan thought of two possibilities. Angelina first intruded the hacker communities of North Bear, then crossed over and did another round in Han River Province; such actions created huge disturbances. Lin Chuan was unclear about the situation in North Bear. If it was investigated in Han River Province, digging deep into the matter would likely lead to the novel being banned. Even Lin Chuan himself might be facing imprisonment. In such a situation, having no experience and not quite understanding it, Lin Chuan needed to consult with a professional before drawing any conclusions. As for the professional Immediately, Lin Chuan thought of the short-haired girl who resembled Yixing, Xia Qingqing. Luckily, during their last gaming session at the Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe, Lin Chuan and Xia Qingqing had exchanged contact details. Dudu dudu Lin Chuan dialed Xia Qingqings number. Chapter 71 - Chapter 71: Chapter 71 God of Hackers Chapter 71: Chapter 71 God of Hackers Hello, Writer Lin. From the other end of the phone, Xia Qingqings crisp voice came through. Officer Xia, I have some questions about network law Id like to consult with you about, are you available? Lin Chuan asked. Xia Qingqing laughed, Right now, Im stealing a bit of leisure amidst the busy hours, just so happens Im free. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, took a gentle breath, and asked, If a hacker from abroad were to invade one of our countrys users to push a novel, would that be grounds for a case? According to the law, invading someone elses network or server is illegal, especially stealing secrets, core data, and so on, which are serious cybercrimes, Xia Qingqing paused, But you said invade a user just to push a novel Right. Lin Chuan nodded and replied, Just to push a novel, without engaging in data theft or the like. Its difficult to file a case for that. Xia Qingqing gave it some thought and offered her opinion. However. Such invasion acts, if they dont cause specific harm, at most qualify as disrupting public internet order. But considering theyre hackers, and foreign hackers at that, generally no case would be filed. In the cramped rental. Lin Chuan felt uneasy, and even after hearing no case would be filed, he didnt feel relieved. He continued to ask, What if, this foreign hacker carries out large-scale invasion and then proceeds with the push? On the phone, Xia Qingqing frowned, How large-scale are we talking? Um about fifty thousand people. Fifty thousand!? Xia Qingqings eyes widened, Writer Lin, thats serious disruption of public internet order, I advise you not to do it! These days, Xia Qingqing had been reading Lin Chuans novels in her spare time. She particularly enjoyed Hacker Kingdom. However, the performance of this book didnt seem to be that great, far worse than Lin Chuans previous two. So when Xia Qingqing heard about the hacker pushing novels, she couldnt help but think of Lin Chuan. Uh Lin Chuans mouth twitched, and he quickly emphasized, Officer Xia, I obey the law! Then, theres no need to worry, Xia Qingqing said with a laugh. Thats good. Lin Chuan breathed a slight sigh of relief. Xia Qingqing hung up the phone, smiled, and murmured to herself, Invading fifty thousand peoples networks just to push a novel, which hacker would be so idle? The cost is much greater than the profit! Anling City, Qingxiu District. Jintang Network Security Company. In the office of the Chief Technical Supervisor of Network Security, Fang Cheng, also known as the number one hacker Formula in the online literary world, rested his hands on the desk with thumbs and middle fingers pressing on the temples on either side of his head, rubbing them hard. Fang Chengs hairline was high, revealing a shiny forehead, a symbol of his technical expertise. But he felt that his skills might not be sufficient to tackle the current challenges. During this span of time. The network security situation in Han River Province was severe. In the hacker community, news had spread of domestic and foreign hackers engaging in all-out confrontation. The current state of affairs in Han River Province was close to an all-out war if it hadnt already reached that point. Jintang Network Security Company had previously collaborated with the Anling Police to maintain network security and fend off attacks from foreign hackers. As the Chief Technical Supervisor, Fang Cheng was naturally one of the key responsible parties. Only, the foreign hackers attacks were organized and strategic, and large in scale, making Fang Cheng somewhat powerless to resist. Knock knock knock. Director Fang, this is the list of companies terminating cooperation and stopping technical supply this month, please review it. A staff member gently knocked on the office door and came in, handing over a document, Fang Cheng slightly lifted his head and took the document. Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe Speedster Internet Cafe Starshine Internet Cafe White Night eSports Internet Cafe Dreams Pact Internet Cafe Got it, Fang Cheng casually tossed the document on the desk and asked offhandedly, Have these internet cafes terminated their partnership with us because they got technical support from Copper Wall Network Security Company? The staff shook their head and said, According to our investigation, they havent partnered with Copper Wall either. Hmm? Fang Cheng paused, squinted his eyes slightly, Then who are they partnering with now? Given the current cyber environment in Han River Province, internet cafes are at great risk of being hacked. Without solid technical support, they are essentially targets for foreign hackers. Therefore, Fang Cheng was curious about who these internet cafes were partnering with. The staff member thought for a moment and answered, According to feedback, these internet cafes are partnering with a personal work studio that provides them with network security services. A personal work studio, the same one? Fang Cheng was curious. Yes, the same one, Studio 720, it was recently established, the staff member replied. Studio 720 Alright, I got it. You can go back to work, Fang Cheng said. He couldnt help but laugh. In the current network environment, these internet cafes had actually abandoned Jintang to partner with a newly established small studio, which seemed like a case of misjudging their priorities. Generally speaking, Small studios dont possess core technologies, nor do they have some of the advanced security equipment, resulting in a significant lack of emergency response capability. If they were to face a sudden hacker attack, then these internet cafes would instantly become paralyzed. Oh well, let them be. Theres a saying thats quite right, Let go of the desire to help and respect individual destinies. The termination of partnerships by several internet cafes was just a minor episode for Jintang Network Security Company. Currently, their works main focus was on cooperating with the police. This was also what troubled and worried Fang Cheng the most. The attacks from foreign hackers were too fierce. How should they defend against them? Fang Cheng sat back in front of the computer. Suddenly! He noticed that a new icon with the words God of Hackers had appeared in the center of his computer screen. Fang Chengs brows furrowed deeply; as the technical director of network security for Jintang, his computer was supposed to be among the most secure in the company. But now, an icon had appeared out of nowhere. Foreign hackers infiltrated? Fang Cheng murmured to himself. He immediately grasped the mouse with his right hand and placed his left on the keyboard, wanting to trace back to the source and see where this God of Hackers icon had come from. However, the icon seemed to be without roots, and Fang Cheng could not trace any useful information. Moreover, when Fang Cheng attempted to delete the icon, he found it firmly fixed in place. No matter how many delete commands he executed, he could not remove it. It still was morning, and the day had not yet grown hot. Within the office, the air conditioning kept the room temperature at 26C, but beads of sweat had already started to form on Fang Chengs forehead. Because the God of Hackers icon had started running as a program on its own. The next second! Several lines of large text appeared in the middle of the computer screen. [Congratulations, you have been selected as the life reader of the God of Hackers.] [Open this autobiography.] [You will witness the legendary life of the God of Hackers!] [Hacker Kingdom, automatically redirecting in 3 seconds!!!] Chapter 72 - Chapter 72: Chapter 72 Hacker’s Advanced Handbook Chapter 72: Chapter 72 Hackers Advanced Handbook In the office. Jintang Cyber Security Technical Director Fang Cheng had intended to issue an emergency notice about the hacker intrusion immediately, but when he saw the countdown interface on his computer screen ticking down from 321, he was stunned. 3 2 1 The God of Hackers program executed, automatically opening a webpage and redirecting it to a domestic site. On the webpage, a scene that was all too familiar to Fang Cheng appeared. Sailing Novel Website! With a blank face, Fang Cheng stared at the Sailing Novel Websites page, squarely centered was an image of a cloaked figure in black, below which were the books details. Title: Hacker Kingdom Author: Mr. Lin Genre: Urban Life At that moment, the God of Hackers icon disappeared. Fang Cheng regained control of his computer. For safetys sake, he immediately started a comprehensive check to see if his computer had lost any data or had any viruses or Trojan horses. And he checked the Jintang firewall. However, after several checks, everything was normal. Fang Cheng wiped the sweat off his forehead with his hand, his brows were tightly furrowed, his eyes filled with confusion as he stared at the novel that had just popped up: This hacker managed to break through Jintangs network firewall and implant a rogue program on my computer, which shows a high level of skill. But did he do all this just to push a novel to me? Hacker Kingdom, God of Hackers A novel with a hacker theme was, for Fang Cheng, his professional domain. He was known as the No. 1 Hacker in the Web Novel Circle. That is, in the web novel community, he was the most awesome hacker, and in the hacker community, he was the most awesome writer. Undoubtedly. Fang Cheng first looked at the author: Mr. Lin. He didnt recognize him. This wasnt one of the authors he was familiar with on Sailing Novel. He also hadnt heard of Lin Chuan, even though Lin Chuans trending topics had been up on the Quick Shake video live streaming platform for a while. Because he rarely watched Quick Shake videos, just as Lin Chuan rarely watched WB. Whats so special about this book that its worth pushing through such means? Fang Cheng muttered under his breath with a half-furrowed brow. Driven by curiosity and suspicion, Fang Cheng gently scrolled the mouse wheel, and the main text of Hacker Kingdom slowly came into view on his screen. I am a hacker. A person who lurks in the shadows, unseen. I have fought against countless top hackers from overseas, and they have all become my conquered foes without exception. In the virtual world of the internet, I am the absolute king! Seeing this, Fang Cheng showed a touch of gravity on his face: First person narrative, could this really be the autobiography of the God of Hackers? He wasnt reading this hacker-themed novel with a condescending critical attitude. Because the person who promoted it was able to easily infiltrate his computer and complete the page transition right under his nose. Such hacking skills made Fang Cheng somewhat wary. In the web novel circle. The identities of authors are varied, including many big names from different circles. The political circle, the tomb-robbing circle, the spy circle, and also the hacker circle. A small part of these bigwigs would choose to record their lives in the form of novels, so some authors, as they wrote, ended up getting truly involved. Therefore. When the novel mentioned In the virtual world of the internet, I am the absolute king, Fang Cheng didnt sneer, but instead felt a sense of gravity and conviction. This author, even if not the God of Hackers, could very well be a top-tier hacker. He continued to read. X Company is a technology company, not very large in scale, but with a strong sense of protection. I still remember to this day, that damn firewall, it actually blocked me for a full six hours. Their firewall uses an integrated IPS generalized detection engine, a WISE semantic analysis engine, and a SAVE security intelligence engine, all three major intelligent security detection engines, to ensure its protective effectiveness. Moreover, it is linked with SIP and XDR platforms, making the spread of attacks fully visible across the entire chain, with very precise detection granularity and a high level of protection. This was my first time breaching a firewall. At that time, I was sitting in front of the computer, eyes full of focus, my mind frantically thinking about how to breach it and steal information. If it were the later me, I probably would need only ten minutes to accomplish the goal. Because, such firewalls are not that complex. As Jintang Cyber Security Technical Director Fang Cheng read about Mr. Lins first intrusion into X Company, he couldnt help but gasp in shock. To Fang Cheng, X Companys firewall already seemed quite robust in defending against cyber attacks. But, nevertheless. Mr. Lin had managed to breach it in just six hours. If it were him, under circumstances without any interference, he would need at least a full days time. This is a professional hacker, a technical author, and even though he didnt fully describe the key steps of the intrusion, I can already imagine his line of thought for the breach. Truly impressive! Fang Cheng swallowed, leaning slightly forward to get a clearer view of the novels contents. The methods of intrusion and cyber defense measures depicted in the novel showed Fang Cheng a higher direction for hackers to grow. At this moment. To Fang Cheng, Hacker Kingdom was not just a novel. It was a Hackers Advanced Manual! Yes, Fang Cheng intended to draw inspiration from Mr. Lins attack methods in Hacker Kingdom to improve the firewalls of Jintang Network Security Company. It sounded far-fetched, but this was his professional habit. Time slipped by, second by second. Fang Cheng set aside many tasks and, after reporting to the general manager, he closed his office door and became completely immersed in Hacker Kingdom. One hour. Two hours. Three hours. It was already noon, he hadnt had lunch, and it wasnt until dusk began to fall that he slowly returned to reality from the world of Hacker Kingdom. Because, he was too hungry to bear it any longer. Fang Cheng didnt show any signs of discomfort from the acid in his stomach. On the contrary, he was overjoyed, his whole being no longer weighed down with the heartache and indecision of early morninginstead, he seemed more spirited. I see, now! I know how to improve the firewall! This time, we can maximize the defense against foreign hacker attacks! Fang Cheng laughed heartily. He stepped out of his office and ate some biscuits from the company break room. After reporting back to the general manager, he sent out an emergency notice for overtime work. The technicians of Jintang Network Security Company were working overtime to optimize and upgrade the firewall! Meanwhile. At the behest of the general manager, Fang Cheng also made a call to Yu Shan, the captain of the Anling Cyber Security Detachment. Jintang and the police were jointly resisting foreign cyberattacks. As Jintangs firewall was undergoing optimization and upgrading, the Cyber Security Detachment needed to be notified. Once the upgrade was successful, it would also set the minds of the Cyber Security Detachment at ease. After staring at Hacker Kingdom for several hours, Fang Cheng felt as though he had been studying under a top-notch hacker for quite some time. Fang Cheng believed the hacker who breached his own computer network hadnt been wrong. The true God of Hackers! Therefore, he had high confidence in this optimization and upgrade. Chapter 73 - Chapter 73: Chapter 73 Is the Hacker Bored and Playing Around? Chapter 73: Chapter 73 Is the Hacker Bored and Playing Around? ` Captain Yu, this is Fang Cheng, the Jintang Cyber Security Technical Director, Fang Cheng said over the phone. Its Director Fang, whats the matter? Yu Shan was still working overtime. Tonight, we will carry out a comprehensive optimization and upgrade of the Jintang firewall. If the upgrade is successful, it should significantly alleviate the pressure were currently experiencing from overseas hacker attacks, said Fang Cheng with candor. A comprehensive optimization and upgrade? Yu Shan was somewhat surprised. Yes! Fantastic! Yu Shan laughed heartily, Director Fang, you are Anlings cyber hero! Captain Yu flatters me; this is just part of my job, replied Fang Cheng with a smile. The optimization and upgrade will take a lot of time, but we aim to complete it by tomorrow. Good, Ill be waiting for your good news! He hung up the phone. Fang Cheng immediately threw himself into the work of optimizing and upgrading the firewall. A round moon hung high in the sky, its silver-white gentle moonlight casting a sheer layer of gauze over the brightly lit Anling Police Station. The evening breeze blew past, rustling the hair of Xia Qingqing, a female officer on the Cyber Security Detachment team. Xia Qingqing, dressed in navy blue police uniform, didnt mind her disheveled hair as she knocked on the door of the Cyber Security Detachment team leaders office. Captain, you wanted to see me. Having worked all day, Xia Qingqing appeared tired. Qingqing, today we detected a foreign hackers intrusion into the Han River Province network, and Anling is included. Preliminary estimates indicate that this intrusion has affected tens of thousands of computers and smartphones, which is a large scale, but the specifics of the program and potential harm are still unknown. Heres the information; youll be in charge of following up on this, Captain Yu explained as he handed over a stack of documents. Okay. Xia Qingqing took a deep breath, took the documents, and returned to her desk to review them. The documents contained pertinent information. Tracing foreign hacker infiltrations such as viruses and Trojans is part of the Cyber Security Detachments duties, with the goal of preventing such malware from damaging the local network. The program mentioned by Captain Yu, although not yet determined to be a virus or a Trojan, had already severely disrupted network order by affecting tens of thousands of devices. Xia Qingqing immediately began investigating. Since she was not the direct target of the intrusion, she couldnt trace the programs source directly. Hence, Xia Qingqings first step was to identify where the program ultimately ended up. This wasnt difficult for her, given her competent technical skills. It didnt take long. Xia Qingqing had traced several users. Weird, the program from the foreign intrusion is clearly installed on these networks, so why cant I find any data information on it? Xia Qingqing frowned slightly in confusion. The more she continued her investigation, the more baffled she became. Xia Qingqing leaned back in her chair, her lips pursed thoughtfully as she contemplated how to track down the program. After a long while. She let out a light sigh, took out her phone, and opened up a chat with Lin Chuan. Writer Lin, do you have a moment? Lin Chuan replied, Officer Xia, whats up? Id like to ask you some questions about network technology, Xia Qingqing said, pursing her lips. Ever since she read Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom, Xia Qingqing believed that Lin Chuan had strong networking skills. Thus, when she couldnt track down the intrusion programs data information, she decided to consult Lin Chuan for his input. Maybe Lin Chuan had a solution. Ask Im honored. We can discuss whatever issue together, Lin Chuan replied. ` Xia Qingqing didnt beat around the bush, her fingers rapidly tapping the screen of her phone, Writer Lin, suppose theres a program that has been implanted into users smartphones and computers, but it doesnt reveal any data information. How do we continue to locate its data information? Due to confidentiality regulations. Xia Qingqing was purely asking a technical question, which did not pertain to any case. Lin Chuan thought for a moment and asked, Do you have a smartphone or computer that has been breached? No. Your Cyber Police can investigate their backend network information, cant you? Lin Chuan asked. Yes, thats possible. Then you only need to retrieve its backend network information and check the network data item by item according to the time frame. Once you find an anomaly, follow that thread. Its highly likely you will obtain quite a bit more information. In the rented room, Lin Chuan only mused for a short while before coming up with a suitable solution. This method sounded quite simple, and indeed it wasnt difficult at all. Lin Chuan incidentally explained the method of identifying anomalies in network data to Xia Qingqingafter all, the police and the public should work hand in hand. Xia Qingqing, as an excellent member of the Cyber Police. She possessed even more powerful techniques, which naturally enabled her to maintain the cybersecurity environment of Anling. She was a beneficiary herself. Thats what Lin Chuan believed, although the outcome might deviate slightly. I understand now, thank you, Writer Lin, Xia Qingqing suddenly realized, the fatigue on her face diminishing considerably, replaced by a smile. It was nothing. Lin Chuan smiled. Your nothing has spared me two hours of overtime. Ill take you out for a meal next time to thank you, Xia Qingqing said with a beaming smile. Lin Chuan smiled and replied, Sure, Ill look forward to Officer Xia treating me to a feast. After closing the chat window, Xia Qingqing rubbed her cheeks with both hands. Following that. She reported to Captain Yu Shan, requesting permission to access user backend network information, and received approval. Subsequently, she began to inspect the backend network information of those users she had just checked, just as Lin Chuan had suggested. With the guidance of an expert, her efficiency greatly increased. An hour later. Xia Qingqing sat dazedly in her chair, her eyebrows tightly furrowed. At that moment, she was utterly baffled! Because the anomalous data she had tracked down originated from the Sailing Novel Website. And all these anomalies had one thing in commonthey automatically redirected users to the Sailing Novel Website, opening the page to read a particular novel. Hacker Kingdom. Knock, knock, knock. Captain, because the program implanters are overseas hackers with superior skills, its difficult to track their IP, so I have only tracked down part of the data from the implanted side, Xia Qingqing reported in the captains office. Captain Yu Shans expression shifted in surprise, Your tracking efficiency has increased so much? Xia Qingqing was slightly startled, and when she thought about Hacker Kingdom and how her increased efficiency was thanks to Lin Chuans advice, she didnt know whether to laugh or cry. Then, she continued her report, For now, it looks like the program that was implanted is not a virus, nor a Trojan, but rogue software. Rogue software A foreign hacker implants rogue software into the devices of tens of thousands of users, whats their purpose? Captain Yu furrowed his brows, puzzled. Uh, I suppose its to promote a novel, said Xia Qingqing, her lips twitching slightly. Hmm? In the office, Yu Shans eyes widened, his face filled with disbelief: Invading the networks of tens of thousands of users, seriously disrupting cyber order, just to promote a novel? Is that hacker just idly causing trouble for fun? Chapter 74 - Chapter 74: Chapter 74: New Profession, Embark Again! Chapter 74: Chapter 74: New Profession, Embark Again! The noise of the night outside the window was still boisterous. Occasional shrill cries of summer insects were drowned by the roaring sounds of traffic, and the evening breeze brought a slight coolness into the room. Inside the office. Xia Qingqing stood still, not speaking. She was just as perplexed by Captain Yu Shans question. That foreign hacker had gone to great lengths to hack into domestic users accounts, just to promote a novel. The key issue was, the book wasnt even the work of that foreign hacker; it was Lin Chuans work. In other words, he hacked into someone elses network to promote Lin Chuans book, with no apparent benefit for himself. Whats the name of that novel? Yu Shan murmured to himself, then asked. Hacker Kingdom, Xia Qingqing replied truthfully. Is it a foreign work? Yu Shan asked, a bit suspicious that the author himself might have hacked into networks to promote his own novel. It was also possible that it was purely to show off skill. As the Cyber Security Detachment leader, he had encountered many bizarre reasons for network intrusions, and he had even heard of online writers hacking into official network security systems in search of inspiration, ending up incarcerated for years. Reality often produced more bizarre events than novels did. Xia Qingqing pursed her lips and shook her head, Ive read that novel. Hacker Kingdom isnt a foreign work; its author is from Anling. An Anling person? Yu Shan looked momentarily startled. Yes. Xia Qingqing gave a wry smile and nodded. With his eyebrows slightly furrowed, Captain Yu Shan picked up the silver stainless steel thermos from the desk and took a sip of the Invigorating Tea, Qingqing, tell me your thoughts. After a moment of pondering, Xia Qingqing asked, Captain, are you wondering if its possible for this author to disguise himself as a foreign hacker and invade domestic networks? Yu Shan took another sip of tea and nodded. This was a serious case of disturbing the order of network security, and Lin Chuan, as the author of the promoted book, indeed had a motive for the crime. The methods of investigating cybercrimes were different. Xia Qingqings willow-leaf eyebrows were slightly furrowed as she thought for a while before presenting her assessment, I dont think he has the necessity to hack into others networks. State your reasons. Yu Shan prompted. Having some understanding of Lin Chuans situation, Xia Qingqing explained: I know this author. Hacker Kingdom is a completed novel, so we can rule out that he hacked into domestic networks for inspiration. Furthermore, he has officially registered a private studio with our Bureau of Industry and Commerce and is currently providing security services to several internet cafs. Theres no reason for him to show off his skills. Additionally, colleagues from the criminal investigation team have reported that Lin Chuan has used his detective talents to help solve several challenging cases. Another point, The approach I used tonight for inspecting anomalies in network data was actually provided by this author. Therefore, I subjectively think that its unlikely he committed the crime. Xia Qingqing expressed her personal view. However, mere subjective speculation wasnt enough. After a long thought, Yu Shan put down his thermos, You do make some sense, but since this involves him, we need to investigate his network backend data to see if he has any connections to this case. Xia Qingqing pressed her lips together, I will continue the investigation. Qingqing, wait a moment. The workload for you alone is too great. Ill have Feng Jun join you in the investigation. Hes experienced and highly skilled in computer technology, particularly adept with unique insights in the investigation of network data information. All right. For some reason, Xia Qingqing still had Lin Chuans phone call from this morning on her mind. The content of that call was almost identical to the current case. Xia Qingqing took a deep breath and continued to investigate the case. Ring, ring, ring After Xia Qingqing left, the office phone of the Cyber Security Detachment leader rang. Yu Shan glanced at the caller ID and immediately picked up the phone. From the receiver, the grave voice of Director Zhang Biao came through: Comrade Yu Shan, an urgent notice. The provincial cybersecurity and informatization leadership group has issued instructions, requiring all Cyber Security Detachments in the province to initiate emergency protection measures and rigorously prevent cyberattacks by foreign hackers. There must be no mistakes. Yes, Director. Yu Shans heart tightened. If it were normal times, instructions would usually come in the form of documents. But now, had the situation become so serious that the Director himself was calling to notify? How is your cyber defense going? Director Zhang Biao asked. Reporting to the Director, at the moment, Jintang Network Security Company is optimizing and upgrading the firewall. We expect to complete the upgrade by tomorrow. Our detachments defenses are also being carried out in sync to ensure nothing goes wrong, Yu Shan replied hastily. Thats good. Zhang Biaos tone finally eased a bit. Yu Shan thought for a moment and mustered the courage to ask, Will there be a large-scale operation by overseas hackers in the coming days? Over the phone, Zhang Biao hmmed and said, Our provincial experts have captured some activities of overseas hackers. It has been detected that in the next few days, they will act in a premeditated and organized manner against Han River Network, especially our government networks. A shock went through Yu Shans heart. The situation was severe, and he dared not take it lightly, immediately starting to arrange work and stay on guard at all times. The internet has never been a peaceful place. The Cyber Polices job isnt just to patrol the network. The night deepened. The moon shone coldly, and on the quiet streets, pedestrians and vehicles were few and far between, with the night enveloping the whole of Anling City. A breeze brushed through the old town of Anling, wafting into the Happiness Community. Lin Chuan, looking through the window, could hear the sighs of swaying tree shadows outside his cramped rental, as if lamenting the passage of time and heralding new beginnings. A days time. The data for Hacker Kingdom had skyrocketed again. System panel: [Work: Hacker Kingdom.] [Current status: Published.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 7878/6000. (Including overseas Popularity Value: 5508)] Domestic: 2370. International: 5508. Although Lin Chuan had urgently halted Angelinas promotion within the country in the morning, pushing it to fifty thousand readers had resulted in good conversion rates, and the domestic Average Subscription had increased to 2307. It was still rising. Without any surprises, in two days, the boutique status should be within reach. As for the main overseas readership, it came from the Hacker circles of North Bear, with astounding growth in Average Subscription. This morning it was still 2108, and now it had reached 5508. A full increase of 3400 in just one day! Reaching ten thousand subscriptions is just around the corner! Standing at the window in his narrow rented room, Lin Chuan took deep breaths of the cool air outside and looked up at the bright moon, a radiant smile spreading across his face. Fortunately, Hacker Kingdom succeeded in going international. His professional life didnt fall at the Hacker hurdle. Now. [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 7878/6000.] A new professional experience begins again! Chapter 75 - Chapter 75: Chapter 75: System, You Call This a Salesman? Chapter 75: Chapter 75: System, You Call This a Salesman? Deep into the night, all was still and undisturbed. In Lin Chuans mind, a familiar electronic tone sounded. Pleasing to the ear, melodious. [Forever full of passion, always filled with anticipation.] [A new life, a new experience.] [Congratulations, the Hacker Professional Life you experienced has been adapted into Hacker Kingdom, and it has been loved by readers at home and abroad. With a Popularity Value of 7878, you can unlock a new career experience.] [Would you like to immediately experience a new career and start a new life?] Yes. Lin Chuan grinned and didnt hesitate. A gentle breeze blew in through the window, refreshing Lin Chuan, while the swaying shadows outside seemed to cheer for him. The career as a Hacker brought Lin Chuan Top-Level Hacker Technique, and with it, he founded a studio, collaborating with several internet cafes. There was a clear upward momentum. Besides, on April 10th. Sailing Novel settled Lin Chuans royalties. Both Swindler and This Assassin Is Too Professional were huge hits, plus the 50,000 yuan prize money from Heroes Compete. The total royalties for March amounted to an astonishing 450,730.28 yuan. After taxes received, 400,248.49 yuan. Four hundred thousand! Lin Chuan went from being a down-and-out pauper to a ten-thousandaire overnight. The sudden enrichment was exhilarating at first, but due to the studios demands, he was kept too busy to spend the money. Even his living arrangement was still the same old rental, cramped and small. But I digress. Whether it was the studio or last months royalty earnings of four hundred thousand, Lin Chuan knew that a big part of the credit went to the system. Of course, Lin Chuan himself also played a significant role. After all, the careers the system had Lin Chuan experience were all the type that could land someone in jail. With even a slightly crooked thought, he might have been squatting in a cell right now. Perhaps, by now he would have been in prison learning how to sew, make umbrellas, or print high school exam papers. Perhaps it was receiving the royalties, tasting the benefits of the top-level hacker techniques. Therefore. Tonight Lin Chuan didnt send intimate greetings to the system, but communicated with it amicably in his mind. System, can you arrange for me some normal careers? I dont want to live this nerve-wracking life anymore. The system replied just as amiably [Host, all our careers are random, eh. We dont deliberately arrange them. You can pray to get some super careers.] Lin Chuan pulled a face, Screw you, system. You speak such mechanical language. Forget it. Since the system said the careers are random, after Thief, swindler, Assassin, and Hacker, four consecutive jail-worthy careers, its time to taste something different. And by the way, acquire some worldly skills! The system continued [Each experience is a beautiful memory for you.] [Our system will preserve this memory for you in the form of a novel.] [For this experience, the career you have randomly obtained is] [salesman!] Lin Chuan: ????? Ohoho! System, I believe you now! Your job choices are indeed random! A salesman it is, then. I believe that with my expertise in Lock-picking, Cheating Techniques, Assassins Three Skills, Hacker, among others, along with the salesman-exclusive abilities granted by the system, I can rise from a modest salesman to a tycoon of commerce. Building my own business empire! This thought alone sent ripples of excitement through Lin Chuan, and he couldnt help but hum to himself. The novel generated this time would surely be a thrilling urban fiction, risk-free and a reader-favorite. Perfect! [Congratulations Host, you have randomly obtained the profession of salesman. You have acquired the salesmans exclusive ability: business negotiation skills.] [Using Virtual Reality technology, we are generating a new world for you.] [Please prepare yourself, Host!] Lin Chuan smiled to himself with a nod. This business negotiation skill isnt badit will be of great help when establishing my own business empire and negotiating deals in the future. Lin Chuan thought contentedly. The system began to construct a new world with Virtual Reality technology, unrelated to reality, a world solely for Lin Chuan to experience. Before long, Lin Chuans consciousness had entered the virtual reality world. At this moment, Lin Chuan found himself sitting in an MPV van. He sat in the middle of the second row, flanked by two muscular men with dark, bare arms and strange tattoos; they didnt look like good people. Lin Chuan was slightly vigilant in his heart. Who was this big shot he was supposed to negotiate with that the proceedings were so grand? Lin Chuan then looked out of the window and occasionally saw banana trees receding in the distance. The road here was like a country lanevery bumpycausing the vehicle to sway back and forth, occasionally bumping into the arms of the two robust men beside it. Between a rock and a hard place. Fortunately, the journey wasnt very long. Just a few minutes later, the van came to a stop. This was an abandoned factory. The walls of the factory building had natural cracks, rough and desolate. Outside the factory, several abandoned racks were covered in rust, weeds grew untidily to about half a persons height, and there were randomly piled wooden boards among them, their colors almost completely faded, leaving only rough traces. Even under the fierce sunlight, the place was eerily silent. Lin Chuan frowned. Because, he saw six guards outside the factory building. These six people, all wearing floral shirts and with sun-blackened skin, were holding a weapon in their hands. As an owner of firearms-precise shooting ability, Lin Chuan was very familiar with guns. Even from a distance, he could recognize the type of weapon at a glance. AK47. Damn! Lin Chuans mouth twitched, and he frowned slightly, inwardly cursing. System, what kind of salesman negotiates with an AK47? At that moment, a group of people walked out of the abandoned factory. The one leading was a young woman in a bright red dress, wearing sunglasses, and holding a lit cigarette. By her side, two muscular men were escorting a bloodied young man. Smack! They tossed him in front of Lin Chuan. The young man was barely breathing and begged, Dont hit me anymore, let me go home. Ill do whatever you want! The woman in the red dress pushed her sunglasses up and stepped on the youths chest with one foot, laughing coldly, Useless trash, still thinking about escaping? Please, just let me go home! the youth pleaded desperately. You cant even achieve five million in performance, and you want to go home? Beat him! The woman in the red dress spoke coldly. The two dark-skinned strong men immediately picked up iron rods and started beating the young man on the ground. At this time, the woman in the red dress lifted her wavy hair and walked up to Lin Chuan, Handsome little guy, welcome to our Glory and Wealth KK Factory District. KK Factory District? Lin Chuans brows furrowed tightly, and he had already cursed the system a thousand times over in his heart! You call this a salesmans professional life experience? Chapter 76 - Chapter 76: Chapter 76: The Cheating Sect’s Eight Generals of the Factory Area Chapter 76: Chapter 76: The Cheating Sects Eight Generals of the Factory Area Virtual Reality world, KK factory district. Lin Chuan looked at the enchanting woman in front of him, wearing a red dress. Her face was caked with heavy makeup, a strong scent of cosmetic powder, high cheekbones, a pointed chin, and an unnaturally high nose bridge that was clearly the product of surgerya synthetic face. However, Lin Chuan wasnt really interested in her looks. After all, his business partner, Little Landladys beauty was enough to grind this red-dressed woman into the ground hundreds of times over. Moreover, Little Landlady was all-natural, without a trace of makeup, and was also very straightforward. Lin Chuans eyes swept the surroundings. Outside the factory building, there were six men in floral shirts holding AK47s, and by the red-dressed womans side were seven or eight burly men, iron rods in hand. Lin Chuan abandoned the idea of a head-on confrontation. In his estimation, he could perhaps take on the seven or eight men with iron rods, but the six AKs left too little room for error. If he were to take a bullet by mistake. Then the novel that would be generated would be titled Dead on Arrival: Mr. Lin, newly arrived at the KK factory district, resisted, perished. Handsome boy, why arent you talking? The woman in the red dress hooked her sultry gaze onto him, her finger trailing Lin Chuans cheek. Lin Chuan involuntarily stepped back half a step, Okay, Im willing to join the KK factory district. Handsome boy, youre quite shy, arent you? The red-dressed womans lips curled into a cold smirk before she turned and walked into the abandoned factory. The seven or eight men glared at Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and walked into the factory as well. As he cursed the system in his heart, he also pondered how to develop this segment of Fraud Salesmans Life Experience in a way that would make the story appealing to readers? The novel might not be written by his own hand, but the plot was indeed his real-life experience. Therefore, his performance in the Virtual World would determine whether the novel was exciting or not. As for becoming a business tycoon and building a commercial empire. Lin Chuan had long since put that thought out of his mind. Having become a Fraud Salesman, what commercial empire was there to speak of, unless he intended to climb his way to the top? Huh? A lightbulb went off in Lin Chuans mind, his eyes shining brightly. At that moment, the pathway of a salesmans Life Experience in Lin Chuans mind started to form a clear trajectory, like plotting out a novels storyline. To sweep the entire KK factory district in one fell swoop! Not just that, but to capture every fraud gang as well! Lin Chuan walked into the factory. From the outside, this abandoned factory looked nothing but desolate and forsaken. However, stepping inside revealed a much darker scene, resembling a cage. It wasnt that there was no light in the factory, but the bright lights shone down upon iron cages that were locked, inside of which were people moaning in misery, their faces sallow, bodies emaciated, and hunger gnawing at their guts. Men and women alike. Lin Chuan had seen his fair share of brutality, but in this instant, he frowned deeply. Was the system a practitioner of realism? Was it creating a simulated world based on the real one? Kid, do you want to go in there? The burly man next to him asked with meaningful laughter, his scarred face looking particularly ferocious. Lin Chuans expression returned to calm, The rules, I understand them. Kid, you catch on quickly, the Scarred Man sneered, If you dont cooperate properly and dont meet the quota this month, then that will be your fate. Lin Chuan didnt reply. Following the woman in the red dress, he passed between two rows of iron cages and arrived at the staircase, then walked up to the second floor. Handsome boy, whats your name? The woman in the red dress turned, a hooked smile on her face as she asked. My name is Mr. Lin, Lin Chuan replied. Mr. Lin, you can call me Sister Lan. Now that youre willing to join us at KK Factory District, to become part of our big Glory and Wealth family, let me introduce you to the operations of our district, said the woman claiming to be Sister Lan with a smile. Lin Chuan nodded. Sister Lan continued, Our KK Factory District handles stock trading, cryptocurrency mining, e-commerce, online gaming, gambling basically, any business that makes money, were on it. Also, we have eight departments in the district. Do you know what they are? Lin Chuan pondered for a moment before saying, Righteous General, agent, assistant, defector, blower, arsonist, remover, rumor-spreaderthose are the Eight Generals of the Cheating Sect. The Eight Generals of the Cheating Sect were not only applied in the context of setting up games in casinos. The same terms were used in the operation of overseas fraud factories. You seem to know quite a bit. Sister Lan couldnt help but size up Lin Chuan with curiosity, Tell me, what does each of the Eight Generals do? For Lin Chuan, this question was a simple one. He had previously experienced the professional life of a Cheating Techniques master, so he was naturally familiar with the Eight Generals of the Cheating Sect. And so, Lin Chuan began, Each of the Eight Generals has a different role. The Righteous General is in charge of setting up the scheme, designing and plotting the fraud; the agent, also known as the shill, leads the victims into the trap; the assistant uses reverse psychology or goading to lure people into the game Righteous General, agent, assistant, defector, blower, arsonist, remover, rumor-spreaderLin Chuan went through the roles one by one. Sister Lan looked at Lin Chuan more highly, but then her brows furrowed, It seems youve come prepared? With that said, the hulky men around them grunted and tightened their grip on their iron rods. The atmosphere suddenly turned tense. Lin Chuan had already thought of an excuse, Sister Lan, Ive indeed come prepared. I came here to make money! Indeed, not everyone who entered the factory was deceived into coming. Some of them had come willingly. Their goal was exactly thatto make money. Big money! Sister Lan took off her sunglasses, narrowed her eyes at Lin Chuan, and asked with interest, Indeed prepared, so which General would you like to be? I will follow Sister Lans arrangement, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Sister Lan seemed very satisfied with Lin Chuans response and continued the tour. On the second floor, rows of computers were set up, manned by many piglets responsible for writing program code and creating websites. The third floor was filled with chat rooms. Inside, the pigletsboth men and womenwere good-looking, each one wearing a headset; many of the women were dressed provocatively with garments that could fall off at a mere tug. Lin Chuan knew that these people were the agentsshillsusing erotic allure to draw people into the trap. Seduction was a clich tactic, but few could resist it. Once they fell into the trap, it was hard to get out. Sister Lan then took Lin Chuan to the fourth floor. This was the core area for the gambling operations of the entire factory, with beautiful dealers dealing cards online. Lin Chuan looked on in amazement. After all, it was usually on small websites where hed come across this familiar phrase, but now he was seeing it done by real people. It was indeed live dealers dealing the cards! Lin Chuan, being an extremely professional fraud salesman, needed only a little thought to roughly understand the operation model of the gambling here. The second floors personnel created the webpages and crafted the programs and advertisements, then let the shills on the third floor distribute these ads and sites to thousands of users through matrix groups, also simulating bots on the pages to liven up the atmosphere, enticing people who received the ads to take the bait. Handsome guy, have you decided what you want to do yet? Sister Lan asked. Lin Chuan smiled, Except for being a Beautiful Dealer which I cant do, I can handle writing code on the second floor or chatting in the rooms on the third. Sister Lan blinked, You have a face that seems harmlessly charming, those rich and greasy matrons love your kind of pretty boy. Go to the third floor. Remember, your target this month is five million in performance. If you complete it, you get a 20% commission. If not, well, well see how healthy your pig diving will be. Chapter 77 - Chapter 77: Chapter 77 Adverse Evidence Chapter 77: Chapter 77 Adverse Evidence With performance earnings of five million, a commission of 20%thats one millionits no wonder so many people know its a tigers den yet still converge like moths to a flame. However, Lin Chuan remained unmoved in his heart. Make money in the factory; spend it in the factory; not a penny should be taken home. Once you really enter the factory, you might never leave that small plot of land for the rest of your life. Third floor of the factory. It was shabby and dilapidated inside, with messy wires on the floor, desks set apart, divided by wooden boards, forming chat rooms. On the walls, slogans were painted in red, blood-stirring words. Sleep on the floor today, become a boss tomorrow. Want success? Go mad first, charge toward money with no regrets. Fight once, rich for three generations, only hard work keeps you from failure. Lin Chuan sat at workstation number 8027, with two dedicated phones and a computer in front of him. He has truly become a salesman. Dammit, a fraud salesman is still called a salesman? Complain as he might. The experience of salesman career life continued. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and started to access the business negotiation skills gifted by the system. But within three seconds, Lin Chuan furrowed his brows, completely stunned. This so-called business negotiation skills was actually professional scams! System, youre too cruel! Factory fraud salesman = salesman; a fraud salesman needs professional scams to converse with clients. So, business negotiation skills = professional scams? Whose good familys business negotiation skills are professional scams? My business empire! Sob sob sob What are you daydreaming about? The Scarred Man, wielding a metal rod, came around to Lin Chuans side and barked at him. Lin Chuan glanced at the Scarred Man and said, Ill start right away. The Scarred Man pointed at the fat man next to him. Sister Lan has ordered you to mentor him! Yes, yes. The fat man responded two times in a row. Afterward, he immediately began guiding Lin Chuan into work mode. Kid, theres no fixed business here; there are categories like order brushing rebates, online gambling, investment managing, virtual currenciesthe only criteria is performance. Lin Chuan nodded. Having assimilated the professional scams knowledge, he now had a deeper understanding of the various types of fraud the fat man spoke about. The fat man continued, Your first step is to find fish. Lin Chuan smiled and did as instructed. Finding fish was the process of searching for targets. Next was baiting, that is, offering the fish high returns, showing them the concrete profits to entice them to continue betting or to make additional investments. Once a fish took the bait, it was time to net them. With the help of professional expertise, Lin Chuan quickly completed his first deal. In the following days, Lin Chuan achieved performance every day. His continuous signing of deals alerted Sister Lan, who was in charge. Mr. Lin, youre doing well, its only been a few days and youve already made a million in earnings, Sister Lan said, blinking and moving closer to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan smelled Sister Lans strong perfume, felt his nose tickle, sneezed, and then rubbed his nose. Sister Lan, I think this way of making money is too slow. In the virtual world, Maybe because Lin Chuan already had a detailed plan, he became confident. Sister Lan was taken aback, looking at Lin Chuan, Too slow? Yes. Lin Chuan nodded slightly. So tell me, whats your plan? Sister Lan asked with interest. Somehow, she felt that the young handsome guy before her possessed a special kind of confidence. Dont you think the scams here are too outdated? Lin Chuan countered. Hmm? Sister Lan hummed in response. Lin Chuan smiled and explained, Most of the operations in the KK factory area still rely on web promotion and manual luring to hook a fish. If the salesman they contact has slightly inferior business negotiation skills, then the deal is likely to fall through. Sister Lan appeared thoughtful and nodded in agreement, Go on. Therefore, the KK factory area could utilize advanced technology to compensate for the shortcomings of manual operations, Lin Chuan threw out his point of view. Advanced technology? Sister Lan frowned slightly. Do you have advanced technology? Lin Chuan smiled, seizing the opportunity, I could try employing AI face swapping, voice simulation, and other technologies. You know how to do those things? Sister Lan was somewhat surprised. I studied programming in college, Lin Chuan explained. After watching Lin Chuan for a good while, Sister Lan finally nodded, Alright, Ill give you two days. If your technology works, Ill make you the leader of this group. In the factory area, there were clearly defined ranks. SalesmanGroup LeaderDeputyFactory Manager. Lin Chuan revealed a smile that wasnt easily noticeable. He was originally a chat fraud salesman. Although he had a computer, he was constantly monitored. If he wrote code, that would be discovered. So, he decided to apply to Sister Lan, to write code in plain sight. As a world-class hacker, as long as he could write code, he could KEKEKE laugh. Along the way, he could also gain Sister Lans trust. Lin Chuans ten fingers rested on the keyboard he was extremely familiar with, like a world-famous pianist touching his beloved piano once again. Tap. Lin Chuan pressed the first key, and then, like playing music, his ten fingers moved exceptionally agilely, lines of code appearing on the screen that dazzled Sister Lan. The reason Sister Lan was watching Lin Chuan was because she was worried he might use this opportunity to contact people outside. But she couldnt understand Lin Chuans code. Even those who were hackers themselves couldnt understand these codes. However, her concern was not unfounded. Lin Chuan indeed was using the code to start making contact with the outside world, and it didnt take long before he got in touch with the domestic Cyber Police. Its just that everything was proceeding in secret, and none could break the confidentiality. From then on, Mr. Lin acquired an additional identity. Undercover. Thereafter, Lin Chuan climbed the ranks step by step. SalesmanGroup LeaderDeputyFactory ManagerCorporate AgentCorporate SupervisorCorporate Deputy Managing DirectorCorporate Directors Proxy. The real world. The night was deep, and a gentle breeze blew, slipping into the narrow rented room and brushing Lin Chuans face, bringing a hint of coolness. The moon hung high, its clear light spilled in, forming a square of soft silver satin in the room. In this segment of his salesman career experience, Lin Chuan did his best. Career experience ends. Lin Chuan didnt wait for the system announcement before he fell into a deep sleep. He slept soundly. Elsewhere. Xia Qingqing had a sleepless night. She lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep. Tonight, Feng Jun, whom she was investigating with, used his powerful connections to learn that the North Bear hacker community had also been infiltrated by a rogue software. And what was pushed out was the overseas version of Hacker Kingdom. The large-scale invasions in North Bear and domestically, pushing Hacker Kingdom, constituted a serious case of disrupting the order of network security. As for whether Lin Chuan was implicated, the investigation was still ongoing. Xia Qingqing actually had a favorable impression of Lin Chuan. But the evidence uncovered now was somewhat unfavourable for him. Chapter 78 - Chapter 78: Chapter 78 The Internet Cafe We’re Covering Ran into Trouble Chapter 78: Chapter 78 The Internet Cafe Were Covering Ran into Trouble The late-night silence in North Bear was profound. In a studio, Angelina stretched lazily, her graceful curves unmistakable beneath her black coat, resembling an expressive Chinese painting of mountains and riverspeaks soaring high and at times overlooking a willow-like river that flowed into the plains. Hackers are creatures of the night. Angelina was no exception. She held a newly poured whisky, sipping it like water to wake herself up. Then she continued to tinker with her undertaking. Suddenly! Her eyebrows furrowed slightly, her snow-white neck leaning forward as she stared at the special feedback on her computer screen. Is someone tracking me? Angelina immediately became alert, slender fingers already on the keyboard, ready to launch a counter-tracking measure and start hiding her traces in the virtual network. Typical hackers begin by learning how to penetrate others systems, collecting various exploits, backdoors, trojans, and while improving their skills, must constantly invade other networks for hands-on experience. This is the offensive means of hackers. And counter-tracking is the self-defense technique for hackers. It involves cleaning up intrusion traces by using data encryption, log cleaning, Sniffer, hopping, fortification hosts, and so on, often employed to escape the cyber polices pursuit. As a top-tier hacker, Angelinas counter-tracking skills were formidable. Not only that, she also wanted to investigate who was tracking her. This was no challenge for Angelina. After a while. Her fingers interlaced, rubbing her somewhat sore fingers, a smile appeared on her face, Because I pushed the idols autobiography, the cyber police over there are investigating me. Muttering to herself, Angelina had already completed the counter-tracking and eliminated her intrusion traces. However, she didnt stop working but instead thought of her chat with her idol. Will this affect the idol? Im really silly, really, just thinking about pushing his autobiography without considering the trouble it might cause him. The cyber police over there must already suspect the idol. No, I must clear my idol of suspicion. Hmm, according to the cyber police logic, the idol is the beneficiary of this intrusion-push operation, so they believe he is a suspect. Then, just increase the number of beneficiaries. Hehehe Angelina stroked the hair by her ear, her mind already formulating a plan. She quickly selected several novels. Crazy Keyboard (by Formula) I Have a Supercomputer (by Formula) The World Under My Fingertips (by Interceptor) The next day. The morning sun, filtering through the dawn clouds, fell upon the trees lining the street outside the police station, the breeze fluttering, sunlight playing within the shade. Xia Qingqing, dressed in dark navy blue police uniform, walked through the shade into the police station and sat down at her desk, turning on the computer, ready to continue the investigation. At that moment. A male cyber police officer around 180 cm tall approached, with a square face and severe bags under his eyes. It was Feng Jun. Old Feng, whats with that look? Xia Qingqing asked, somewhat surprised. Feng Jun rubbed his eyes and yawned, Last night, a group of people received a foreign rogue program intrusion, just like before, its recommending novels. Huh? Xia Qingqing frowned unconsciously, Which novels are recommended this time, still Lin Chuans? Feng Jun shook his head, This time it pushed Crazy Keyboard, I Have a Supercomputer, The World Under My Fingertips, the first two by Formula, and the last one is by Interceptor. Formula isnt he the Jintang Cyber Security Technical Director whos collaborating with our police force? Xia Qingqing pondered briefly before asking. Yes. Feng Jun nodded. Did you find any clues? Xia Qingqing asked. None, Feng Jun let out a light sigh, Thats right, I checked all night, and didnt find any clues, just like when Hacker Kingdom was pushed before, all traces had disappeared. Hows the surveillance on Lin Chuan going on your end? Nothing out of the ordinary. Xia Qingqing shook her head. At this moment, the Cyber Security team leader Yu Shan briskly walked in: You cant find any clues in this case, set it aside for now, we have a more urgent task at hand. Yu Shan spoke swiftly, his expression quite grave. Xia Qingqings expression tightened: Captain Yu, whats the task? Yu Shan said seriously: Emergency situation. Linwu City has suffered a large-scale DDOS distributed denial of service attack from foreign hackers. At present, a large number of servers are paralyzed, and a massive amount of computers have been infected with viruses, making the network inaccessible. The faces of Xia Qingqing and Feng Jun immediately turned somber. Linwu City, a large city within Han River Province, is booming with the development of its technology industry. But now, with the massive attack by foreign hackers, it was hard to defend against, and the loss incurred was immeasurable. Captain Yu, hows the situation in our city? Xia Qingqing asked. Yu Shan sighed: The situation in our city is not optimistic. Last night, five internet cafes and three companies were attacked by foreign hackers. Feng Jun, no longer feeling tired, frowned and asked: Captain Yu, has the Jintang Cyber Security firewall upgrade been effective? Yu Shan shook his head, his brows furrowed with worry: The Jintang firewall has been upgraded, and it has been somewhat effective, but the pressure it faces is tremendous. What if it cant hold up? We are severely short on manpower, in desperate need of high-end computer technology talents! Just as he had finished speaking. Xia Qingqings computer network suddenly experienced fluctuations, and a stream of emails popped up. Email attacks! Happiness Community, rental housing. The gentle morning sun arrived as scheduled, and Lin Chuan woke up to Youyous punctual wake-up service. Upon waking up. The systems voice rang out [Host, you have gained the ability: business negotiation skills.] [Additionally, based on your salesman career life experience, the novel All-In has been automatically generated.] [All-In has a total of 800,000 words.] [It has been exported to your computer, please check.] [All-In requires reaching 10,000 Popularity Value (Average Subscription) in order to unlock the next career life experience.] [Good luck!] Ten thousand Average Subscriptions, system, you really dare to dream big. Lin Chuan smiled helplessly. Hacker Kingdom was still at the level of a 6,000 Average Subscription masterpiece, and now All-In directly required 10,000 for achievement. The next piece would probably need 20,000 Average Subscriptions. The difficulty was escalating. Lin Chuan scratched his head and muttered, The profession I experienced in All-In was that of a Fraud Salesman, can I participate in that anti-fraud essay contest with it? I should ask Youyou, if I can participate, getting good results would mean a lot of exposure. Bang bang bang! Just as Lin Chuan was about to send a message to Youyou, abrupt knocking sounds at the steel door of the rental came. Who is it? Lin Chuan called out. Master, its me! The voice of Little Landlady came from outside the door. Lin Chuans eyes widened as he quickly went to open the steel door, Little Landlady, ran out of videos to watch again? Zhang Xinxin, however, frowned, Master, the internet cafe we cover has had an incident! Chapter 79 - Chapter 79: Chapter 79: The Strong Rule as King Chapter 79: Chapter 79: The Strong Rule as King Next to the iron gate of the rented room. Lin Chuan, wearing just boxer shorts, stared blankly at the Little Landlady, Whats happened to the internet cafe were overseeing? Currently. Lin Chuans 720 Studio had collaboration with several internet cafes, providing them with network security protection services. If anything went wrong, the reputation and capability of 720 Studio would be called into question. For a studio just starting out, this was a significant blow. Zhang Xinxin, dressed in a loose cartoon T-shirt, puckered her lips and said, My second uncle called just now and said that the servers at Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe are being hacked. Hmm? Lin Chuan frowned, a trace of concern flashing across his face, Whos trying to smash my signboard? For a hacker, especially a top-tier hacker, technology is their lifeline. The firewalls laid out in places like Forbidden Summit were a testament to Lin Chuans prowess. Now, someone wanted to breach his firewall and hack into Forbidden Summits serversthis was like dragging Lin Chuans face as a top hacker through the dirt, grinding it in. Li Qing has already gone over to handle it, but Im worried he might not be up to the task, so I came up to ask for your help, said the Little Landlady with pursed lips. Okay, wait for me, Lin Chuan nodded and immediately went back to his room, entering the narrow space inside. The Little Landlady blinked, Master, do you need my help? Little Landlady, Im changing clothes. Do you need to help me with that too? Lin Chuan grinned and laughed. The Little Landladys cheeks turned red as she muttered, I thought Master you needed help moving something. Lin Chuan chuckled. Half a minute later, Lin Chuan changed into simple casual pants and a white T-shirt, looking sunny and neat. How are we going to Forbidden Summit? Lin Chuan asked. I dont have a C1 driving license yet, so we can only ride the electric bike there. Luckily, its not far from here to Qingxiu District, said Zhang Xinxin, her lips slightly pouted as she smiled. The Little Landladys electric bike was parked downstairs. The two of them put on their helmets and sped off with a swoosh. Since traffic police often conducted vehicle checks in the area, Lin Chuan, lacking a C1 car license or a motorcycle license, could only sit on the back seat of the Little Landladys electric bike. The worlds top hacker, yet without even a drivers license. Sigh Master, why dont you have a drivers license? Xinxin asked. I havent had the chance to take the test, Lin Chuan chuckled a bit awkwardly. In fact, it wasnt that Lin Chuan hadnt had the time to test; he didnt want to spend his parents money during university, and post-graduation, he couldnt afford it. After all, getting a C1 license costs over 5,000 yuan, and an E license for a two-wheeler costs over a thousand yuan. How much was a months full attendance at a menial job worth? But now that he had a bit of money, he would find a time to get his driving license. Master, dont lean back, it makes the front of the bike unsteady, the Little Landlady, holding tightly to the handlebars of the electric bike, sped along the road. She wasnt very skilled at driving. After all, she had never carried a guy before. What should I do then? Lin Chuan asked. Lean lean forward towards me, the Little Landlady gritted her teeth and reluctantly instructed. Is that okay? Just dont bump into me, or Ill be disrespecting my master! the Little Landlady huffed. The wind was whooshing by. Xinxins loose T-shirt clung to her body as the wind blew, revealing her delicate curves. Lin Chuan could smell a faint fragrance from up close. To be honest, this was also Lin Chuans first time sitting on the back seat of a girls electric scooter. It was a different kind of experience. However, the experience always ended quickly. Because they had arrived at the Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe in Qingxiu District. Time to get down to business! Uncle, Ive brought Master here! As soon as Zhang Xinxin entered the Forbidden Summit, she rushed towards the small office next to the reception desk. Lin Chuan glanced at the Internet Cafe. The occupancy rate of Forbidden Summit was quite high. If the server was successfully infiltrated, it would result in a significant loss of money. Xinxin, Lin, you finally made it. In the small office, Zhang Ren had already been waiting for a long time and personally poured a cup of Puer tea for Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan expressed his thanks. After that, he took a sip of the Puer tea and got straight to the point, Director Zhang, let me see who is trying to infiltrate the servers of Forbidden Summit. Fine. Zhang Ren didnt indulge in small talk, following behind Lin Chuan. Li Qing was also in the office. He was holding a laptop, constantly monitoring the status of the Internet cafes servers. Seeing Lin Chuan had arrived, he quietly breathed a sigh of relief: Boss. Lin Chuan nodded in acknowledgement: How is the server now? Currently normal, but theres a continuous stream of forged IP and MAC addresses attempting ARP spoofing attacks to intercept server communication information. Luckily our 720s security protection is strong enough, Li Qing replied. These days. Since he had joined Lin Chuans 720 studio, his technical skills had greatly improved, and he could now easily handle the usual hacking tactics. However, he had no experience with this kind of large-scale, real-world hacker attack, so he felt somewhat panicked. Only when he saw Lin Chuan, did he start to feel assured. Lin Chuan nodded and, after examining the code information displayed on the screen, fixed his gaze, Ill check who is trying to infiltrate our servers. Li Qing immediately vacated his seat. As soon as Lin Chuan sat in front of the computer, there was a subtle change in his demeanor. Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin watched on the side, her eyes widening slightly. She felt that the Lin Chuan now was completely different from the Lin Chuan who sat in the back seat of the car earlier. Calm and in control of the situation. This was Little Landladys impression of Lin Chuan at that moment. Lin, our servers wont be infiltrated, right? Zhang Ren asked with some apprehension. If they messed up, the loss would be significant. Once infiltrated and key information was stolen, it would not just be the immediate economic loss at stake but also the reputation of Forbidden Summit. Many Internet cafes had suffered repeated infiltrations, with network instability, rampant viruses, and leaked information leading to a sharp decline in customers until they went out of business. Director Zhang, if under my security protection, the servers of Forbidden Summit are infiltrated, then our 720 studio would also have to declare bankruptcy, Lin Chuan said with a confident smile. His meaning was simple: they would flourish or fail together. Uncle, dont worry, my master is very capable, Zhang Xinxin slapped Zhang Rens shoulder nonchalantly. Zhang Ren revealed a slight smile: I trust your judgment. Lin Chuan concentrated on the computer screen, his fingers instinctively positioned on the keyboard, tapping with light and agile movements as he typed out code and executed operations expertly and swiftly. In any circle, its the survival of the fittest. In the hacker community, this law is even more pronounced, and to avoid being harassed by petty criminals, one must display extreme strength! Passive defense and tolerance will make the enemy think youre a soft persimmon ready to be squeezed. Thus, Lin Chuans thought was simple. Find the adversary, and knock them senseless! Retaliate, draw your sword! Chapter 80 - Chapter 80: Chapter 80 The God of Hackers Makes a Move! Chapter 80: Chapter 80 The God of Hackers Makes a Move! Anling City, Qingxiu District. At the Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe, inside a small office. In front of a computer desk measuring 75 centimeters high and 120 centimeters long, there sat the notebook with the Little Landladys pink stickers. Lin Chuan was seated at the desk, his gaze fixed on the notebook screen, hands on the external DAREU mechanical keyboard, typing swiftly. Lines of code scrolled rapidly on the 14-inch notebook screen. Li Qing, the Little Landlady, and Zhang Ren each wore a different expression. Li Qing watched the lines of code with a burning gaze, not wanting to miss a single character, aware that his boss was about to go to war with the intruder. For someone engaged in cybersecurity, this was undoubtedly like a well-trained soldier embarking on a journey, with a surge of enthusiasm gradually stirring and igniting within his heart. Yes. Hacker attacks and defenses resembled a silent war. However, the Little Landlady couldnt comprehend the code Lin Chuan was typing. So, she chose to watch Lin Chuan. At this moment, Lin Chuan appeared very serious and focused. In the Little Landladys eyes, her preconceived impression of Lin Chuan began to fade, replaced by a new image that was quietly taking shape. Lin Chuans face was handsome to begin with, only obscured by his down-and-out and poor appearance. But when confidence and focus appeared on his face, the charm naturally revealed itself. Confidence and focus were a mans best cosmetic surgery. The Little Landlady, pursing her lips, muttered to herself, My mentor, who engages in writing online novels, seems a bit different. But soon, the Little Landlady got busy with her work. Zhang Xinxin pulled Zhang Ren aside to sit down, Uncle, lets talk about the emergency defense fee for this time. Zhang Ren was startled, Niece, isnt Lin still working on the defense? Zhang Xinxins eyelashes fluttered, and she smiled brightly, Uncle, you have no reason to doubt the strength of our Studio 720, especially my masters capabilities. I guarantee there will be no issues with your internet cafes server. So, why not save some time and settle the accounts in advance? Zhang Ren: ??? The Little Landlady took out her mobile phone from her pocket, opened the calculator, and began to work it out by herself, Uncle, as stipulated in our contract, the fee for one emergency security defense On the other side. Lin Chuan had already begun tracing the intruders IP address. Tracing the intruders IP address was certainly not easy. Hackers have techniques to hide their tracks. They commonly use proxy techniques, reflective attacks, stepping attacks, zombie networks, Tor technology, and others to prevent their whereabouts from being traced. Boss, I tried to trace the opponents IP address, but they used multiple boards to hide the attack source. I have limited skills and dont know how to continue tracking, Li Qing said with some shame. Lin Chuan nodded, smiling, I just detected that they are using a Control-Type Stepping Attack. A so-called stepping attack meant that hackers didnt launch attacks directly from their own systems to the target but first compromised intermediate systems to use them as stepping stones. Then they carried out their attack on the target through these stepping stone systems. It generally comes in two forms: Relay-Type Stepping Attack and Control-Type Stepping Attack. Li Qing frowned, Boss, tracking a Control-Type Stepping Attack is even more difficult. They completely control the intermediate stepping stones, making it hard to determine whether their intermediate hosts are stepping stones or the actual source of the attack. That makes sense. Lin Chuans eyes were glued to the screen, his fingers tapping on the keyboard, he laughed, But every martial art has its weaknesses. Even though they are using a Control-Type Multiple Stepping Attack, its not difficult to find their attack source. In the professional life of a hacker. Lin Chuan had transformed into a Red Hacker more than once, clashing with foreign hackers without a single defeat. He was hailed as the Great Wall of the virtual network. He was already familiar with the various tactics of hacker offense and defense. For Lin Chuan, dealing with multiple stepping attacks was just a matter of spending a few more minutes. ` North Bear, Mo City. In a certain studio, the sea blue strip lights were bright and spacious, reflecting a dense tangle of wires and data cables, quite messy. The tap tap tap sound was incessant, the sound of North Bears hackers typing on their keyboards. Angelina sat in a corner of the studio, wearing a simple black sweatshirt that made her skin look pale and delicate. On her lower half, she wore tight jeans and half-high boots, perfectly outlining her long legs curves. In her hands was a smartphone, displaying the overseas version of Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom. Hey, Angelina. A member of the North Bear walked over. Andrei, do we have a mission? Angelina turned and asked. Andrei shook his head, smiling, No, just wanted to share some fun thats happening right now. Not interested. Angelina was lackluster, her mind filled with Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom. Youll definitely be interested. Kaspersky is showing that theres a massive hacker battle underway. Angelina reluctantly perked up a bit, A hacker battle? Yeah, a hacker organization from the NA region is conducting a large-scale cyber intrusion against Han River area, Andrei said with a smile, Since youre not interested, I wont invite you to watch. Wait. Angelina suddenly stopped Andrei, Did you say Han River? Yes, Andrei nodded. Angelina immediately turned off her phone, booted up her computer, and opened Kaspersky. Kaspersky is a real-time monitoring map site of cyber attacks from North Bear, showing the scope and frequency of hacker attacks around the world. (image in comment section) Didnt you say you werent interested? Andrei asked, puzzled. You wouldnt understand. Angelina flashed a smile. In Han River, her God of Hackers was there! With a hacker organization launching an invasion against Han River, would the God of Hackers make a move? Angelina was beginning to feel a bit of anticipation. The defense in Hacker Kingdom was incredibly deft, and she was eager to see her God of Hackers take action, to witness the miracles like those in Hacker Kingdom! The Kaspersky real-time cyber attack monitoring map showed that Han River was suffering from dense invasions and hits, in a defensive stance. Virtually powerless to retaliate. Angelina furrowed her brow, thinking that if her idol didnt step in, the Han River Network would suffer a heavy blow. Suddenly! A light shot out from the Han River area on the map. Angelina immediately started the corresponding detection tools, analyzing this counterstrike from Han River. After a moment. Angelinas eyes lit up, her chest heaved, and she breathed slightly faster, The God of Hackers has made his move! The God of Hackers? Andrei furrowed his brow. Angelina took a deep breath and, without answering Andreis question, said, Andrei, help me prepare the livestream program. You want to livestream? Andrei asked, perplexed. Little stars sparkled in Angelinas eyes, her face beaming with excitement, Of course, my idols epic counterstrike has begun, and I want all the hackers around the world to see the grace of the God of Hackers! Chapter 81 - Chapter 81: Chapter 81 There, Full of Bright Red Flags Chapter 81: Chapter 81 There, Full of Bright Red Flags Global large-scale hacker live-streaming platform, Dark Live. A channel named God of Hackers parachuted to the top of the trending list, attracting a flood of hackers watching the stream to flood into the channel. [Is Goddess Lena starting her stream?] [Finally waited for you, Goddess Lena, come tell us about the principle of multi-hop proxies.] [Goddess Lena, can you show your face?] [Perform some skills for us. Im hungry.] [] Inside the channel. A girl dressed in a black hoodie, wearing a mask, spoke fluent English: Today, no lessons, and no skill shows. I will live stream a cyberwar worthy of going down in hacker history! On Dark Live. Angelina, with her superb skills, had a remarkable number of fans. Of course. Angelinas direct soar to the top of the hot list was aided by a bit of technical manipulation, to attract a large number of hackers as quickly as possible. The hackers in the channel were very active. [My God, a cyberwar worthy of going down in history!?] [Great, Goddess Lena, youve piqued my interest, quickly tell me where to witness a spectacular cyberwar.] [Fantastic, is this cyberwars protagonist the God of Hackers you mentioned, Goddess Lena?] [God of Hackers Who can truly claim to be the God of Hackers?] [I am the only god of the virtual world!] [You are too arrogant, come out and fight in the real world!] [] Angelina smiled and said, Yes, it is indeed the God of Hackers cyberwar. Subsequently. On Angelinas channel screen appeared the Kaspersky real-time monitoring map of network attacks. The map was a globe model. It displayed multiple colored lines shooting intensively towards the Han River area. Each beam of light indicated a hacker had launched an attack from that region, and the targeted area where the light pointed was where the attacked party was located. The Han River was covered with a dense web of lights, with very few beams coming out of Han River. The hackers in Angelinas channel quickly grasped the situation. [The Han River is at a complete disadvantage, if nothing unexpected happens, they wont hold out much longer.] [Certainly, this is a massive strike!] [Such large-scale network intrusion must be the work of a large hacker organization, right?] [Which hacker organization is it?] [Goddess Lena, do you mean the God of Hackers has organized a cyberattack against the Han River area and is completely crushing them?] [] Angelina shook her head earnestly: Not exactly, Im betting on Han River because the God of Hackers is countering! At her words, the hackers in the channel were stunned. [Goddess Lena, I am willing to believe you, but the situation, well, it doesnt look too good.] [With things as they are now, Han River has fallen into a quagmire. How could they possibly organize an effective counter-attack?] [Goddess, I might be ugly, but Im not stupid. Dont fool me.] While staring at the Kaspersky monitoring map, Angelina explained to the hackers: As far as I know, this is a large-scale cyber intrusion by AW against Han River. You judge only by the number of attacks and havent yet seen the counter from Han River, the counter from the God of Hackers. Look at this line here, this is the God of Hackers attempting to trace the opponents IP through an attack. As she spoke, Angelina marked a line emanating from Han River with her mouse. [I have heard of AW; they are a major hacker organization that has attempted multiple infiltrations of Han River.] [AWs anti-tracking technology is strong, especially their multi-hop attack technology, which perfectly hides their attack source.] [Is the God of Hackers mentioned by Lena in Han River?] [Can this solitary line of light lead Han River to a dramatic counter-attack?] [If thats really possible, that would be outrageous!] [Ive always trusted Goddess Lenas judgment, but this time my reason tells me its impossible!] [] The cyber battle between AW and Han River triggered unprecedented attention. More hackers streamed into the live stream room, including some mainstream media, following the situations development intently. However, most hackers didnt believe Han River would be able to mount a comeback. Because they faced AW. A world-class hacker organization. Perhaps, there were mysterious forces backing AW, which gave them such arrogance. Only Angelina remained steadfast in her belief. Inside the live stream room. Angelinas gaze was fixated on the beam of light emitted from Han River. Suddenly! She excitedly said, Look quickly, my idol has found AWs IP address! At those words, the hackers were all taken aback. Angelina explained, This is the God of Hackers signature cross-jump tracking technology. He can identify the attackers virtual network route by navigating through intermediary servers, zombie networks, and reflectors, pinpointing the attackers IP. The live streams barrage of comments doubled instantly. He really found it! His cross-jump tracking technology is so powerful, he pinpointed AWs IP address precisely. Even if he found it, so what? AW is a collective organization, can he alone cripple all of AWs computers? NONONO! Angelina immediately refuted some comments, You underestimate the God of Hackers too much. I still believe that even with only one computer, he is a match for a million hackers! Whoosh! In the global hacker community, Goddess Lenas skills were acknowledged by all. But now, her high regard for a particular hacker was truly surprising! Lena, Im jealous! I dont believe it, is he really that amazing? Does the hacker communitys zerg rush tactic not work anymore? Lena, take back what you just said. Youre still my only goddess, or Ill have to stan a few more goddesses. So, how is he supposed to counterstrike to contend with AW? Trust me, the God of Hackers wont let me down! Look at this beam of light, he attacked AWs intermediary servers! No, there are five beams of light! He attacked more than one intermediary server! Angelinas eyes shone as she watched Lin Chuans counter-attack. The hackers in the live stream room followed Angelinas mouse cursor. Indeed. Five beams of light targeted AWs intermediary servers. After two seconds. AWs intermediary servers, like a nexus, emitted various beams in all directions. Under her mask, Angelinas expression was excited: This is the God of Hackers; he has taken control of AWs intermediary servers and is radiating continuously, crippling AWs zombie networks and reflectors successively. No, not crippling, theyre controlled by my idol! Nice! My idol has launched a full-scale attack on AW! On the Kaspersky monitoring map, lines shot towards the NA region. AW hacker organization was in NA. The hackers inside the live stream room witnessed this miraculous scene, at a loss for words. Lin Chuans counter-attack was too fast, too swift. So swift that within just minutes, he had taken control of the intermediary servers, zombie networks, and reflectors, and launched a full-scale attack on AW! The next moment. On the Kaspersky monitoring map, AW was silent, as if plunged into eternal nocturnal darkness. At that moment. An image from the computer screen of an AW hacker appeared in Angelinas live stream room. In the image was a red flag. A shock ran through Angelinas heart as she suddenly remembered a passage from Lin Chuans Hacker Kingdom: I stand at the pinnacle of the net, overlooking my Hacker Kingdom. There, it is filled with bright red flags. Billowing in the wind. Chapter 82 - Chapter 82: Chapter 82: To be regarded as the standard Chapter 82: Chapter 82: To be regarded as the standard Dark Live platform. In Angelinas live streaming room, watching hackers were in an uproar. [Its unbelievable! I swear to God, this is the most outrageous cyberattack and defense battle Ive ever seen!] [This battle is a terrifying earthquake for the entire hacker community!] [Facing AW, using those crucial ten minutes to reverse the situation and strike back from the brink!] [AW lost too thoroughly!] [This is a god!] [Goddess Lena, is he your idol?] [] Screens full of amazement. Several mainstream media in the live streaming room quickly sensed that this battle would rock the entire hacker world and immediately started drafting news releases. Meanwhile, Angelina had already left the live streaming room. She, now mask-free, comfortably nestled on the sofa in her studio, a smile curling up on her delicate face. After taking a small sip of whiskey, Angelina picked up her phone and sent a message to Lin Chuan: Idol, you were really too cool! You truly deserve to be my God of Hackers! Half an hour earlier. Anling City, police station, Cyber Security Detachment. In a studio filled with computers, all the cyber police were extremely focused and tense, their fingers rapidly typing out code on the keyboards, forming protective lines. But the onslaught from AW was too fierce. Merely with the dozens of the Anling Cyber Security Detachment, it was hard to hold up. Director, Captain Yu, currently 15 internet cafes in our city are paralyzed, core data from 2 tech companies has been stolen, and our governmental information systems are under fierce attack. Were urgently transferring the core data! Xia Qingqing reported the emergency to Zhang Biao and Yu Shan. Beads of sweat broke out on her forehead. The governmental information systems included the electronic governance network platform, business information systems, data resources libraries, information security, and application support infrastructures, and so on. They contained critical information about Anling City. If they were successfully breached by the AW hacker, the consequences would be unimaginable. Strengthen the defenses immediately! Director Zhang Biaos brow was furrowed tightly. In the morning, as soon as he received the news, he rushed to the Cyber Security Detachment to supervise the effort. Now, hearing about the intrusion into the governmental information system, his expression darkened even more. Xia Qingqing said solemnly, Currently, the firewall from Jintang Network Security Company can hold for at most another half hour! Director Zhang Biao immediately asked, Where are the people from Jintang Network Security Company? Theyre setting up new defenses, replied Xia Qingqing. Continue to request reinforcements, Director Zhang instructed, looking at Yu Shan. Understanding the situation, Yu Shan once again dialed the contact number for the Provincial Cyber Security and Informatization Leadership Group. Anling Cyber Security is requesting support! We can only hold on for another half hour at most. After half an hour, Anlings network will be paralyzed! One hour? Well do our best! Captain Yu of the Cyber Security Detachment hung up the desk phone, his face grave. Director Zhang took a deep breath, Try everything to hold on for one more hour. At that moment. The cybersecurity defenses of Anling were nearly collapsing. But Han River Province couldnt send technical support in such a short time. The cutting-edge technology of our province and the neighboring province was tied up in the Han River Cyber Security Bureau fighting a technical defense against AW, but with little success. The enemy was visible but we were hidden; this was a major reason for the passivity in cyber defense. Another important reason was that AWs intrusion technology was far more advanced than Han Rivers. Is there any other way we can counterattack? In front of the computer, Fang Cheng from Jintang Network Security Company was sweating profusely. Because the firewall that Jintang had optimized and upgraded overnight had not been able to completely block the barrage of viruses and Trojans from AW. He had thought that after optimizing the firewall, it would be as solid as a golden soup. But upon actual combat testing Fang Cheng wiped the sweat from his forehead, If only I had seen that book earlier, maybe I would have a solution! That book referred to Hacker Kingdom. He lamented the lack of time to fully master Hacker Kingdom. No, theres still a chance! I must try it! Suddenly, a scene from Chapter 156 of Hacker Kingdom flashed through Fang Chengs mind: Mr. Lins studio was being attacked by foreign hackers, but with a godlike move, he spoofed the IP, silently completed the swap, and hid his own IP, deceiving everyone. Right then! Fang Cheng took out his phone, opened Hacker Kingdom, and flipped to Chapter 156. If others knew, they would surely curse, Fang Cheng, youre freaking ridiculous, but right now, Fang Cheng only knew that this Ultimate Hackers Manual might indeed help him! If he could spoof an IP and replace Anlings government information system, then he could buy more time for Anling. Exactly! Lets do this! Fang Chengs eyes raced across Chapter 156 of Hacker Kingdom: I figure, my server must be getting tens of thousands of attacks per minute right now, which isnt a big number, it just puts me in a bit of a passive position. Simply shutting down the server wont avoid such attacks; it would actually make it easier for them to take control of my server. I scratched my head, a smile breaking on my face. Decided, let the battle begin! I stepped over the cluttered cables, sat in front of the computer, my hands on the keyboard, thinking that the current situation was too passive. If I wanted to counterattack, then I needed to stop their attacks. Its difficult to extricate oneself from an identified and targeted server IP. But as the art of war says: Deceiving the heavens to cross the sea. Fang Cheng himself was a hacker who started out in coding and a pioneer in the creation of hacker novels. A book called Crazy Keyboard achieved ten thousand orders a decade ago, leading the way. But he never thought that now, he would be holding another authors hacker novel like a treasure and a standard to live by. However. Hacker Kingdom intentionally omitted key steps, forcing Fang Cheng to rely on his own derivation, thinking, and refinement of this step. Time was ticking away, like the gentle flow of spring water along a riverbank, quiet and unassuming. Ive got it! Fang Cheng wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead, clenched his fist tightly, his face lit up with excitement, and immediately ran to Yu Shans office. Yes, he had learned that move deceiving the heavens to cross the sea. Inside the office. Yu Shan was there, and so was Zhang Biao. Fang Cheng said eagerly, Director Zhang, Captain Yu, Ive found a solution! What solution!? Both Zhang Biao and Yu Shans eyes lit up as they asked in unison. Before Fang Cheng could even speak. Xia Qingqing also rushed into the office with a face full of excitement: Director Zhang, Captain Yu, good news! The two leaders were first taken aback, then quickly asked, What good news? The cybersecurity issue has been solved! Xia Qingqing spoke very quickly, and only after she finished did she take a long breath. Inside the office, Zhang Biao, Yu Shan, and Fang Cheng, all three were stunned, Solved? Chapter 83 - Chapter 83: Chapter 83: I Think, I Know Who He Is Chapter 83: Chapter 83: I Think, I Know Who He Is Anling Police Station. The breeze rustled through the green trees, creating a whispering sound as it brushed past the flagpole and made the flag flutter softly. Inside the office, the previously tense, oppressive, and stifling atmosphere turned into astonishment in an instant, before morphing into excitement! Chief Zhang Biao, looking somewhat aged, widened his eyes and asked again, Qingqing, are you saying the cybersecurity issue has been resolved? Yu Shan and Fang Cheng both stared fixedly at Xia Qingqing. Xia Qingqing nodded solemnly, Yes, it has been resolved. The attacks from the overseas hacker organization have been completely nullified. Hisss! Thats fantastic! Zhang Biao immediately brightened up, heaving a long sigh of relief as the huge weight finally lifted from his heart. Yu Shan took a deep breath, Qingqing, quickly report to the chief how you resolved the issue of the massive intrusion by the overseas hackers. This represents a significant credit for your performance and a valuable experience for external cyber defense! Xia Qingqing pursed her lips, her complexion somewhat unnatural, It seems it wasnt us who resolved it. I see. Yu Shans brow furrowed slightly, and he said with a laugh, Then it must be the higher authorities who have prevailed in the confrontation! Thats right. With the crisis averted, Zhang Biaos mood quickly relaxed, You should immediately start drafting a report on this cybersecurity defense. Considering the massive impact of the current situation, there is bound to be an important meeting soon Ring ring ring Zhang Biao hadnt finished his sentence when his phone started to ring. The caller ID read: Director Zhong. Zhang Biao felt a jolt in his heart, recognizing the call from the provincial leader. He quickly straightened up and answered the phone composedly, Director Zhong, hello, this is Zhang Biao, awaiting your orders. From the other end of the phone came a hearty laugh. Hahaha, Comrade Zhang Biao, the cybersecurity defense in Anling City has been done quite well. Zhang Biao couldnt hide his elation, but he didnt dare take all the credit, Anlings completion of cybersecurity defense relies on the strong technical support from the provincial internet security department and guidance from Director Zhong. Unexpectedly. Zhong Chengming laughed, Comrade Zhang Biao, you dont have to be modest. This time, Anling City turned the tide in cybersecurity defense, and I have already credited you with a merit. Turned the tide Zhang Biao was stunned, ??? Three minutes later. Zhang Biao put down the phone, his eyebrows tightly knit, his face etched with confusion. He looked at the three people in the office, Director Zhong said that Anling City turned the tide, successfully counterattacking the world-class hacker organization AW and completely depriving them of their ability to intrude. The expressions on the faces of the three people in the office changed, even more surprised. Anling City turned the tide? But Anling City had always been in a defensive position, so how could it have turned the tide? Zhang Biaos gaze fell on Yu Shan, Yu Shan, did you do it? Yu Shan shook his head like a rattle, laughing, Chief Zhang, you know what Im capable of. Qingqing, was it you? Zhang Biao turned to Xia Qingqing. Xia Qingqing immediately shook her head. Director Fang, was this the stroke of genius from Jintang Network Security Company? Zhang Biao asked. Fang Cheng twitched the corner of his mouth and shook his head in denial. My hiding from everyone strategy formulated in Hacker Kingdom hadnt even been put into action yet when the overseas hackers retreated like the tide. Zhang Biao was bewildered. Xia Qingqing and the others were also bewildered. Yet, Director Zhong expressly stated that Anling City was the number one hero of this cybersecurity defense C a confirmed piece of news from the provincial network security department and certainly not a falsehood. Who turned the tide? Zhang Biao muttered to himself in confusion. Director Zhang, I know who defeated AW! At that moment, Feng Jun stood at the office door, his eyes weary, holding a tablet. Who? Zhang Biaos spirits lifted at the words. Please look at this news bulletin that Global Report just released. Feng Jun placed the tablet in front of everyone. All eyes were drawn to it. On the screen, there was a girl in a black hoodie with a face mask. Behind her was the Kaspersky cyber attack real-time monitoring map, displaying various colors of light circling the globe and eventually targeting different regions. At this moment, the most concentrated point of light was over Han River Province. In China, there was a similar real-time monitoring map for cyber attacks, and they knew AW was attacking Han River. In the video, the Global Report provided a voice-over commentary. This morning, AW launched a massive cyber invasion targeting the Han River area. On the Dark Live streaming platform, the famous hacker Lena live-streamed the entire process of cyber offense and defense between AW and Han River. As we can see, overwhelmed by AWs massive invasion, Han River seemingly stood no chance. By a conservative estimate, nearly two hundred thousand computers have become paralyzed. Just when everyone thought AW was about to declare victory A miracle occurred! The famous hacker Lena declared this a mighty counterattack from the God of Hackers! This mysterious hacker took only ten minutes to achieve a stunning reversal! Reportedly, the AW hacker organization was defenseless. The video ended with a series of images frozen on the screen. These images all had a striking similarity, showing the screens of AW organizations computers after they had crashed. Everyone looked closely. In the center of the images was a series of bright red banners, and below the flagpoles, there was the inscription AW. These bright red banners, as though the God of Hackers were announcing to AW and to hackers around the world that this was his absolute domain. This was his Hacker Kingdom! Inside the office. Gentle breezes wafted in, soft and comfortable, mixed with the faint scent of grass and leaves, soothing everyones excited hearts. Zhang Biao, Yu Shan, and Feng Jun each took a deep breath, and as they gazed upon those bright red banners, their hearts surged with passion. The banners were waving! This was Han Rivers absolute victory against foreign hacker intrusions! Meanwhile, Xia Qingqing and Fang Cheng simply stared at the bright red banners. The same phrase came to mind for both of them: I stand at the pinnacle of the net, overlooking my Hacker Kingdom. There, its full of bright red banners. Fluttering in the wind. Zhang Biao looked at Yu Shan and instructed, Yu Shan, this mysterious God of Hackers is our Anling hero. We must find him, and the sooner the better! Moreover, his identity must remain a secret; everyone present must sign a confidentiality agreement, no leaks allowed! Yes, Director! Yu Shan straightened his back, responding solemnly. Qingqing? Zhang Biao noticed Xia Qingqing was still intently watching the video on the tablet, lost in thought. Xia Qingqing snapped back to reality, took a deep breath, a sunny and handsome face coming to her mind: Director, I think I know who he is. Chapter 84 - Chapter 84: Chapter 84: Studio Blueprint Chapter 84: Chapter 84: Studio Blueprint Fang Cheng stepped out of the police station at noon. Anling City was bathed in scorching sunlight, the glass curtain walls of tall buildings reflected dazzling light, the streets were bustling with traffic, and the air in both the main and side streets was hot and teeming with noise. Fang Cheng paid no attention to this hustle and bustle, driving alone back to Jintang Network Security Company. He reported to the general manager about todays events at the first opportunity. Afterward. Fang Cheng returned to his office, closed the door, sat in the comfortable ergonomic chair, his whole back pressed against the chairs back, elbows resting on the arms of the chair, palms supporting his jaw. In his heart, he recalled everything that had happened this morning. At this moment, his emotions were very subtle, very complex. Especially when he thought of the bright red flags standing on AWs computer screen, another indescribable feeling quietly took root in his heart, like a flutter. Indeed, the situation this morning was beyond imagination. Even more exciting than any hacker novel he had written. Its been a long time since I last checked the group. Fang Cheng touched his shiny forehead, smiled wryly at himself, and then opened the QQ group that he hadnt opened for a long time. The Crazy Keyboard reader group, a full two thousand people. Huh? As soon as Fang Cheng opened QQ, he saw the message count notification next to the Crazy Keyboard reader group chat window: 99+. The group had been dead for a long time because he hadnt written anything for a while. But now, there were so many messages? Driven by curiosity, Fang Cheng clicked into the group. [The God of Hackers is too strong!] [Not even the old writer Fang Cheng can come up with plots like this!] [I cant believe its actually happening in reality!] [Hurry up and @Fang Cheng to come out, let him find some inspiration from this, or we wouldnt know where these guys died off to, not writing at all.] [] Fang Cheng grinned sheepishly and secretly scrolled through the earlier chat logs. Turns out. The group was so active today because a few people had watched Lenas live stream on Dark Live, then vividly recounted the battle of the gods in the group. [Who do you guys think could have done this in China?] [I feel like after this battle, the wave of hacker culture in the country is going to rise again!] [Yeah, the last time it was booming was when the Red Hacker Alliance made its move.] [He has made the novel plots in my mind come true!] [I cant imagine, is he really just one person?] [@Fang Cheng, did you do this?] Fang Cheng, sneaking a peek at the chat logs, twitched the corner of his mouth and thought, Where would I get such skills? [Yo ho! Brothers, the old writer has risen from the dead!] [I knew you didnt have the skills, just wanted to rag on you, haha!] [@Fang Cheng, a question for you, do you think theres any chance you could compare with the God of Hackers?] Fang Cheng chuckled, Comparing myself with him, if I may be so bold, I am but a hair! The atmosphere in the group suddenly became lively. People who hadnt shown up in a long time started popping up again in the group. Fang Cheng felt as if he had recaptured the feeling he had when he first started writing, with excitement surging in his heart and his blood still hot. He chatted in the group for a long time and also thought for a long time. Finally. He looked at the Ultimate Hackers Manual titled Hacker Kingdom and thought about the thrilling events of the morning. He then opened his contact list and dialed one of the numbers. Sailing Novel, editor in chief Ming Yue. Ming Yue, I want to write a novel about hackers, said Formula. Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe. In a small office next to the reception, Lin Chuan took his hands off the keyboard and stretched languidly, thinking to himself that dealing with AW still required some brainwork. Lin, is the maintenance all done? Zhang Ren carefully brewed a pot of Puer tea and poured some for Lin Chuan. He was not a person from the hacker community, and he didnt understand much about the lines of code, let alone Lin Chuans miraculous hacker skills. Of those present, perhaps only Li Qing had a bit of understanding. But it was merely superficial. Lin Chuan walked over and sat down by the coffee table, took a sip of the Puer tea, and smiled, The maintenance is done, we should have some peace for a while now. AW was now in a critical state, severely weakened. Zhang Ren said cheerfully, Lin, with your skills, you should be comparable to the technical directors of those big network security companies, right? Lin Chuan took another sip of Puer tea and smiled, Not quite there yet. Youre being modest, Lin. Zhang Ren poured another cup of tea for Lin Chuan. Alright, second uncle, remember to settle the bill for this emergency maintenance, said the Little Landlady, sitting next to Lin Chuan with a grin. A smirk pulled at Zhang Rens mouth, I am your actual second uncle, you know. Family or not, we have to clear the accounts, said the Little Landlady, Xinxin, tilting her head slightly and blinking with a smile. Stepping out of the Forbidden Summit Internet Cafe, Zhang Xinxin rubbed her belly, Master, are you hungry? Lin Chuan glanced at the time, it was noon, Its time for lunch. The studio had earned money today, and the Little Landlady laughed happily, Master, lets go out for lunch then. Lets go together, Li Qing, Lin Chuan said. Boss, I still want to review your offensive and defensive techniques and do some analysis, so Ill pass, Li Qing glanced at Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin. The boss and the bosss wife are going out to eat. If I, an employee, tag along, wouldnt I be the third wheel and spoil the mood? No way, Im not going! Right now, I have to hold on to the coattails of Studio 720! The Little Landlady drove her little electric scooter, carrying Lin Chuan to a roadside restaurant, and reluctantly started a twosome world. Arent you hungry? Why dont you eat more? Lin Chuan saw that the Little Landlady had only ordered a small portion. The Little Landlady rubbed her belly, If I eat any more, Ill get a potbelly, and that would be embarrassing at important business meetings in the future. Lin Chuan was in the middle of his meal, stopped for a moment, What important business meetings? Our Studio 720 will be destined to grow big and strong. A personal studio is just our starting point, while the vast universe is our goal, the Little Landlady said excitedly. Lin Chuans face showed surprise, Have you made plans already? The Little Landlady leaned in close to Lin Chuan, showing a beaming smile, Ive been planning it these days. First step, include all the internet cafes in Anling City within our cooperation scope to make a name for ourselves. Second step, register a company and compete on the same stage with big firms like Jintang and Copper Wall, and it would be best to cooperate with the police to quickly boost our reputation. Third step, go public and build our 720 Kingdom. Lin Chuan curled his lips, Our 720 Kingdom? Were partners, arent we? Isnt it ours? blinked the Little Landlady. Lin Chuan smiled, Thats true. The Little Landlady was already reveling in a bright future, By then, well be an awesome network security company, with as much money as we want and able to do whatever we like! Chapter 85 - Chapter 85: Chapter 85: A Sudden Cooperation? Chapter 85: Chapter 85: A Sudden Cooperation? Watch whatever you want? Lin Chuans mouth curved into a smile, with a chuckling heh heh. Uh Little Landladys pretty face blushed slightly as she spat, Youre not being serious, Im still a student! A college student indeed! Lin Chuan coughed lightly twice. Master, if you keep this up, Im not paying the bill! Little Landlady puffed up, her chest heaving like surging waves, making her loose cartoon sweatshirt look tight on her. Lin Chuan chuckled and quickly bowed his head to eat his rice. When dealing with Little Landlady, Lin Chuan had to relax a lot. Perhaps because they had known each other for a long time. Watching Lin Chuan gobble his food, Little Landlady turned to the fridge, took out a bottle of six thirty soy milk, and placed it in front of Lin Chuan, Dont eat so fast, be careful not to choke. Youre quite caring, arent you. Lin Chuan took a sip of soy milk and said with a smile. Little Landlady pursed her lips, Who told you to be the future chairman? Lin Chuan countered, Im the future chairman, what position have you assigned yourself? Whats the position called for someone in charge of money? Little Landlady appeared contemplative. The position for managing money Lin Chuan smiled and teased, Chairmans wife, maybe? Then its chairmans wif Little Landlady began, but suddenly realized something was off and indignantly said, Youre trying to take advantage of me again, take the bus back by yourself later! The seats on the bus are too hard, Lin Chuan shook his head. My little electric scooter cant carry such an influent author! Little Landlady crossed her arms in front of her chest, propping up two humps. Lin Chuan sighed, I didnt expect our 720 studio hasnt even taken off yet, and were already facing the prospect of falling apart. Little Landlady laughed out of anger, Ill take you back after we eat, then Ill ask my second uncle if there are any internet cafes that want to cooperate with us, in hopes of expanding our business territory a bit. Lin Chuan smiled. This Little Landlady really had a head for business, a fan of movies, and also a little money-grubber. However, as for negotiating business and the like, she was adept, and Lin Chuan was more than happy to have the leisure time. As for the finances 720 studio had just started, and with details large and small, Xinxin often reported the situation to Lin Chuan, especially regarding finances, in detail. She was a good helpmate. Ah no, a good finance director! Under the scorching sun, Lin Chuan sat behind Little Landlady on her little electric scooter, weaving through the crowded streets towards Happiness Community in the east of the city. Lin Chuan wanted to take a nap. He had just experienced the life of a fraud salesman last night, and this morning he had fought with AW. His energy expenditure was truly a bit large, like the feeling of emptiness after washing hands several times. Chairman, do you want to switch to a different house? In front of the rental, Xinxin looked at the narrow little space and slightly furrowed her brow. Switch houses? Lin Chuan returned the question, Is this rental room really that bad? Xinxin took another earnest look at the rental, the floor tiles slightly yellowed and the white putty peeling in some places. Then, she nodded, This place does seem a bit subpar. Knowing its not great, you still charge me a thousand for rent, Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow, smiling. Uh Xinxin found herself at a loss for words, A thousand is actually quite a fair price, considering youre my chairman, I could just switch your room for you. Switch to where? My place is alright, isnt it? Also in Happiness Community. Old Zhang would kill me! What are you daydreaming about? I dont have just one home. Id only be renting it to you temporarily, still for a thousand a month. How about it? Xinxin said with a smile. Youre making money off the chairmans back? Lin Chuan feigned a frown. One thing at a time, here we are landlord and tenant, in the studio we share a partnership as major and minor shareholders, Little Landlady said shrewdly. Lin Chuan smiled, Moving is too much trouble. In the rented apartment, the decor was slightly spartan, but it triumphed in cleanliness and tidiness, without a messy spot in sight. And through the rooms window, one could see the old city architecture outside the Happiness Community, as well as the dazzling night sky. There were also warm sun, bright moon, gentle breeze, occasional chirps of insects and birdsong, the rustling of light rain. For a writer, it was a not-so-bad creative environment. The only downside was the public area of the community, which was somewhat lacking. Little Landlady, Im going to take a nap, Lin Chuan said, yawning. Im a bit sleepy, too, yawned the Little Landlady, catching the contagion and covering her mouth. Together? Lin Chuan invited. Hmm? The Little Landlady frowned, then pursed her lips, and her angry little fist was about to slam into Lin Chuans chest at high speed. Having experienced the profession of an Assassin, Lin Chuans instinct for combat fighting made him subconsciously sidestep to the right, dodging the punch. But as Lin Chuan moved aside, the Little Landlady, off-balance and propelled by gravity, immediately tipped forward. Thud! Lin Chuan caught the Little Landlady by her slim waist, steadying her, and muttered, Isnt this plot a bit clich? This kind of plot had been written in internet novels thousands of times. How could it actually happen in real life? What other plot were you expecting? The Little Landlady pouted, wriggled free from Lin Chuans embrace, and as she walked downstairs, she huffed, If you dare to bully me again, Im going to raise your rent! Lin Chuan watched the Little Landlady go downstairs and shouted down the stairwell, It was purely accidental; you cant blame me for that. Hmph! Back came a cold snort from the Little Landlady within the stairwell. Lin Chuan chuckled and turned back to his room. To a deep slumber. Downstairs. The Little Landlady, Zhang Xinxin, murmured discontentedly but still entered the office of Studio 720, ready to summarize the financial data. After busying herself for a while, the Little Landlady had some free time and started scrolling through videos on her phone. Hmm? Why are all the trending topics related to hackers? A mysterious Hacker? The Little Landlady looked at the hot search headlines on her phone, puzzled. Ring, ring, ring At that moment, the Little Landladys phone rang. An unfamiliar number. Zhang Xinxin pressed the answer button, speaking in as gentle a voice as possible, Hello, this is Studio 720; how can I help you? From the phone came a soft voice, sounding as refreshing as a spring breeze, Hello, Studio 720, this is Anling City Cyber Security Detachment speaking. The person got straight to the point. Cyber Security Detachment? The Little Landlady was caught off guard and quickly replied, Officer, is there something the matter? Dont be nervous, were just verifying some information. Studio 720 is registered under Lin Chuan, with the business ID number *****. And the studio has been working in cooperation with Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe, correct? the Cyber Police officer inquired. Yes, the Little Landlady glanced at the business license and confirmed. This morning, Studio 720 performed security maintenance on Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe, with Lin Chuan being the person who carried out the maintenance, right? the other party questioned further. Yes, Zhang Xinxin nodded. Would you mind explaining the collaboration model of Studio 720? asked the officer. Zhang Xinxin furrowed her brows slightly and boldly queried, Officer, youre not thinking of collaboration with Studio 720, are you? On the other end of the phone, the voice paused for a moment before replying seriously, Yes. Zhang Xinxin was stunned. Collaboration with the Anling Cyber Security Detachment? The second step of Studio 720s development plan was about to be achieved so soon? Chapter 86 - Chapter 86: On the shelf + megaphone + Sanjiang testimonials Chapter 86: On the shelf + megaphone + Sanjiang testimonials Brothers, weve finally reached this point. Tomorrow, April 24, 2024, the book will be up for V, and at 20:00 sharp tomorrow evening, Ill present five chapters! To tell you the truth, I never expected the book to achieve the success it has today. Being able to fight our way out from four rounds of recommendations at the starting point, and to take in the urban special, new book promotions, trumpets, San Jiang, editors promotions, and other recommendations, all thanks to the support and encouragement from you brothers and editor Liu Xing all along. So Having wandered half my life without recognition, Ive finally found a lord worthy of loyalty. If you do not forsake me, I am willing to take you as my godfather. Esteemed Godfathers above! Thank you for the support youve always given to Cabbage and this book, I bow in gratitude! Knock knock, here are two loud kowtows, begging for your initial subscriptions! At the same time, I thank all the operations and review staff at Qidian, and also thank Chang Shi and Chen Er Lan for their chapter recommendations! Regarding updates. My typing speed is slow, only 1000 words per hour, but now that its up for V, I need to demonstrate the right attitude and work hard typing away! A stable daily update of 8000C10000 words! Regarding extra chapters and rewards. Godfathers who jump right in as Alliance Hierarchs will get the title of [Super Godfather], and Ill add one more chapter. The extra chapter will be at a standard of over 2000 words. For those who join the Silver Alliance [Ultimate Godfather] and the Golden Alliance [God Ultimate Godfather], I dare not set another flag, first because I fear it would disrupt the rhythm of writing, and secondly, because Im afraid it would burn out my CPU. Cough, if there are really Silver and Golden Alliances, godfathers, just give me a shout, and we can discuss how many extra chapters to add. Alright, Ill start stockpiling drafts tonight, and officially go live at 20:00 tomorrow. I earnestly ask all godfathers to grace me with your initial subscriptions! The content below is purely a personal reflection, godfathers can ignore it. Im an old flop. This, I believe, godfathers can tell. I entered the industry in 2020 and have been writing for 4 years. Due to work, its been an on-and-off journey, making writing very difficult. In 2023, going full-time with writing was a major decision I made. Back then, my in-laws were adamantly opposed, believing that writing had no future. But the dead-end job I originally had barely paid over three thousand a month, barely enough to afford baby formula, it felt like being caught by the throat. Real buffs maxed out. When one is poor, change is necessary, through change comes breakthrough. One should always strive at least once in his life, so as not to waste the unchilled heart of his youth. This book is my best performance yet. Using the words of an esports player, I must consider that this might be my only opportunity in life. So, for every profession, every plot, Ive done a lot of research, but what can be used might only be one term and one explanation. As I dont specialize, there will be some oversights in the process of writing. I have been reading the critical comments from you godfathers, accepting and humbly correcting them. I hope to deliver a fascinating plot and provide good emotional value to you godfathers. I also earnestly ask you godfathers to lend me a helping hand, to help me break into the realm of fine works like Lin Chuan, or even into the realm of ten thousand subscriptions, to become a master of online literature. Lin Chuan has a system. And me, I have godfathers! Godfathers, I ask for your subscriptions! Chapter 87 - Chapter 87: Chapter 86 I’m purely chasing a star! (Seeking first subscription) Chapter 87: Chapter 86 Im purely chasing a star! (Seeking first subscription) Officer, are you really going to collaborate with our 720 Studio? Zhang Xinxin doubted she had heard correctly and asked again. The other side replied solemnly once more, We have the intention to collaborate, so wed like to talk in detail with the person in charge of your 720 Studio about the collaboration. Little Landladys pretty face lit up with joy, Lin Chuan is currently busy with something, but you can start by telling me about the intent of the collaboration, as well as the services you require. Ill pass the message to Lin Chuan. Oh, and by the way, I am Zhang Xinxin, the person in charge of business partnerships at 720 Studio. The two parties chatted pleasantly over the phone. Zhang Xinxin felt that the Anling Cyber Security Detachment seemed really eager to make this collaboration happen, even leaving the meeting time and location up to Lin Chuan and her, making it very convenient for 720 Studio. After hanging up the phone. Little Landladys face was radiant with a brilliant smile, Has our studio become so strong that even the police are seeking to collaborate with us? This is a huge deal. My studios plans can now be realized even faster! Little Landlady said this as she ran towards Lin Chuans rental. Sixth floor. Little Landlady hurried up, her face flushed and breathless. Thump thump thump! Who is it? Lin Chuan groggily woke up and casually put on a T-shirt. Me! Little Landladys voice came from outside the rental. Creak So you really wanted to join me for a siesta? Lin Chuan opened the door, scratching the back of his head. Little Landlady spat and said with a smirk, In your dreams. Then why is your little face all red? asked Lin Chuan. Little Landlady touched her cheek and said with a smile, Mr. Chairman, our studio has just received some incredibly good news! What good news? Lin Chuan rubbed his temples, feeling much alert. Can I come in to talk? Little Landlady glanced at the staircase, which wasnt the right place for serious discussions. Youre Little Landlady, of course you can come in, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin, beaming, didnt care about being alone with a man, walked right into Lin Chuans rental, and naturally took a seat on the wooden sofa in the small living room: Mr. Chairman, guess who I just got a call from not long ago? Who? A call from the Cyber Security Detachment, said Little Landlady with an arched eyebrow and a smile curling her lips, expecting Lin Chuan to show a surprised expression. However, Lin Chuan seemed to have anticipated this, mumbling, They found us this quickly. Lin Chuan knew all too well. That morning, hacker organization AW launched a large-scale invasion into Han River, and Anling was greatly affected. While he detected the source of the intrusion at Forbidden Summit Esports Internet Cafe, he learned about this situation. He wasnt a ruthless businessman. A ruthless businessman would take advantage of the situation to drive a hard bargain and profit from it. But Lin Chuan chose to fight back directly against AW. After all, when he was experiencing Hacker Professional Life, he had set such a goal for himself: to plant the bright red flag in any corner of the virtual network. With AW making a move in reality, they naturally became the target for Lin Chuan to test his skills. With such a commotion in the virtual network, Lin Chuan had expected that it might be detected. However, this was an opportunity to demonstrate merit, not a suspicion of crime, so Lin Chuan felt quite at ease, even somewhat proud. In the rental. Little Landlady stared at Lin Chuan for quite a while, It seems like you already knew, did you do something secretly and then kept it from me? Lin Chuan flashed an awkward smile, Little Landlady, are you checking up on me? Checking up? Little Landlady pouted, laughing scoldingly, Master, as both your apprentice and your partner, cant I get to know you a little better? Really, you can? Lin Chuans eyes widened. Ah? The Little Landlady furrowed her brow and quickly realized she had inadvertently accelerated, then spat out, Master, be serious! Lin Chuan didnt tease Zhang Xinxin any longer and laughed, Alright, what does the police want with our 720 Studio? They want to collaborate with our studio, the Little Landlady replied. How do they want to collaborate? The specifics havent been discussed yet; they want to meet in person to talk in detail. When and where? Its up to us to decide. Lin Chuan thought for a moment and then said, How about tomorrow? Then Ill give them a call back in a bit, the Little Landlady nodded, then turned and asked, Master, why is the police suddenly looking to collaborate with us? Lin Chuan considered for a moment, Maybe, because my skills are a bit strong. The Little Landlady sized Lin Chuan up and down, curling her lip, Master, are you flexing? Lin Chuan slapped his own forehead, Little Landlady, Im serious! The Little Landlady muttered, But, the best in our studio is you, thats the only explanation. Lin Chuan grinned, Alright, get ready for the collaboration with the police, this deal will be the beginning of our studios rise. Yes, Chairman! The Little Landlady beamed a radiant smile, stood up, walked out of the rental, and then, she turned back to look at Lin Chuan, asking, Do you have plans for the May Day holiday? Nope, why? Just asking, heeheehee the Little Landlady cheerfully went downstairs, getting ready for the collaboration with the police. Lin Chuan closed the door and sat in front of the computer. It was already afternoon, the sun was covered by thick clouds, but the remaining heat was still fierce, albeit the old city area seemed a bit cooler. Lin Chuan took a cup of boiled water, took a sip, his jaw raised thirty degrees, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly as he looked outside the window. Right now, he had two main focuses for his work. One was writing books. Last month, Swindler and This Assassin Is Too Professional brought in 400,000 in royalties, and this month, Hacker Kingdom had an average subscription in and out of China that had already crossed ten thousand, so the royalties should be substantial. The new professional life experienceFraud Salesman from the KK factory area, the novel All-In had been generated, a full 800,000 words. However, Lin Chuan was in no rush to publish, as he was waiting for the Anti-Fraud Center and Sunshine Film and Television to jointly hold the anti-fraud essay contest. Youyou had already hinted at him, it would probably start in May, with generous rewards, and confirmed that excellent works would be adapted into films or TV series. Film and television adaptation Lin Chuan murmured, something that was basically every web novelists dream. If it could become a hit show, that would be the greatest recognition for the work from the readers and audience, as well as the greatest recognition for Lin Chuan himself. The second focus was the studio. At present, the studio was proceeding steadily and solidly, collaborating with several internet cafes, and the police also showed the intention to collaborate. Without a doubt, this was the police stations way of showing goodwill in response to Lin Chuans meritorious contributions. If they could secure the polices collaboration, then 720 Studio would be on the proper track, entering a phase of vigorous development. Take-off was imminent! Ring ring ring The phones ringtone sounded, Lin Chuan glanced at it. The caller ID showed: Xia Qingqing. Officer Xia, good afternoon, Lin Chuan answered the phone, smiling. On the other end, Xia Qingqing laughed very brightly, Writer Lin, would you honor me with your presence for dinner tonight? Half-jokingly, Lin Chuan asked, Officer Xia, you arent arranging a Banquet, are you? Xia Qingqing chuckled, What Banquet? Im purely star-chasing, Ill be waiting for you tonight at Riverside Cottage. Chapter 89 - Chapter 89: Chapter 88: What Are You Looking At? (Request for first subscription) Chapter 89: Chapter 88: What Are You Looking At? (Request for first subscription) Idol, dont be nervous. Xia Qingqing poured Lin Chuan a cup of jasmine tea and pushed it toward him with a smile, Youre now the treasure of our Cyber Security Detachment; we wont take you away. Lin Chuan gave a dry laugh and sipped the jasmine tea. The tea slid down his throat, leaving the lingering fragrance of jasmine in his mouth. Darkness fell, and a few stars shone in the night sky, while the Riverside Cottage stood quietly by the Anling River. Xia Qingqing was reading in silence as well. She wouldnt dare to neglect a book by her idol. The opening content of All-In entered her clear eyes. Ten years ago, I entered the KK factory. Ten years later, I finally escaped to see the sky again. There were no dreams of instant riches; no extravagant life of luxury. On the contrary, it was hell, a cage, a den of sin. There, there were no people, only demons and pigs. A pigs life or death doesnt concern the demons. Once a pig loses its value, it will suffer greatly because it will have to watch its weights being removed, then left to its own fate. Whether you were deceived into going there or went willingly, everyone was treated the same, like life was worthless. My name is Mr. Lin, a person who was tricked into the factory and luckily escaped up to the heavens. I will tell you everything here through the perspective of someone who has lived through it! Raising her head after reading for a while, Xia Qingqing looked at Lin Chuan with some puzzlement, Idol, you wrote eyewitness here; is this an autobiography? After reading Hacker Kingdom and combining what she knew of Lin Chuans miraculous deeds today, she was already doubting whether it was an autobiography. Now, having seen the preamble of All-In, Xia Qingqing couldnt help but start doubting again. After all, Lin Chuans novels often carried the autobiographical label. Lin Chuan smiled: Its just a novel, artistic exaggeration, Brother Xun does the same. Xia Qingqing nodded slightly and continued reading. I am a programmer. To be precise, I am a hacker. Im not short of money, and Im the sunny and handsome type, but the intense workload has my hairline rapidly retreating, and Im anxious. So, I decided to travel abroad. The tour group I joined was Yundians, filled with young men and women. The outcome of this trip for these people was the same as mine: sold into the factory by a duplicitous guide. Later I learned that the market price for a pig was three hundred thousand. That travel agency specialized in the pig trade. The people from the KK factory put me on an MPV van. Perhaps they werent worried about me running away, so they didnt blindfold me. In fact, the KK park had truly achieved zero pig escape, which was the source of their confidence. The journey was bumpy, and I sat next to two brawny men with bare arms, whose strange tattoos sent a chill through me. Weve arrived at the KK factory. Outside the factory, I saw people in floral shirts, holding AK-47s. As a reader, Xia Qingqing, unlike editors who review manuscripts, didnt make any comments or suggestions while reading. She just kept on reading. For a long time. Xia Qingqing finished reading and took a deep breath. How is it? Lin Chuan asked. Xia Qingqing took a sip of jasmine tea and thought seriously before speaking, I think the perspective of your novel is very different. Tell me more, Lin Chuan said with a smile. After a moment of thought, Xia Qingqing said, As a Cyber Police officer, the cases of fraud I usually come across are from the victims perspective, and the occasional anti-fraud novels Ive seen are also told from the perspective of the victim or police. This is the first time Ive seen a story unfold from the perspective of a fraud salesman. Indeed. Lin Chuan took a sip of tea and nodded. Few novels start a story from the perspective of the perpetrator, the Fraud Salesman, with a major reason being that most web novel writers struggle to understand the experiences and psychological journeys of fraud salesmen. They also find it hard to imagine the evil and terror within the factories. The information seen online is just the tip of the iceberg. The true hell has not yet been revealed. Xia Qingqing continued, The perspective of a fraud salesman gives me a refreshing feeling. Compared to the perspectives of the police and the victims, it allows the readers to have a more comprehensive view and to clearly see the entire process of the salesmen committing fraud. Its very realistic and relatable, and I think this could be a novel of great social value. Lin Chuan was slightly moved and surprised, and laughed, I didnt expect you to have such deep insights into web novels. Lin Chuan was a web novel writer. Many people fail to understand this profession, or rather, most do not even consider it a profession. There are strong stereotypes about web novel writers: Jobless vagrants, idling away; cooped up at home, glued to the computer, slovenly, unsociable; incomes highly unstable, without benefits or social security Summed up in several key words: poor, unattractive, lethargic, unambitious, unstable, only knowing how to please oneself. This was not a summation based on extensive data research by Lin Chuan; it was how his mother often criticized him. Lin Chuan really wanted to retort to his mother: This profession is actually very stable, stably poor, stably headed for a flop. But lets get back to the point. For Lin Chuan to find someone outside of his profession who recognized the value of his work and the creative value of his novels was an extremely difficult feat. As hard as the path through Sichuan, as impossible as ascending to Heaven. That was why, when Xia Qingqing said, this could be a novel of great social value, Lin Chuans heartstrings were struck. Heaven knows how much that statement impacted a web novel writer! Like Ziqi unto Boya, like the running stream to the towering mountain. Is that so? Xia Qingqing smiled happily. Little did she know, this was the result of her racking her brain, searching through all the vocabulary she had, to come up with the relatively professional terms. To be honest, she had used all the skills her Chinese teacher had taught her in these few sentences. Of course, her words came from the heart. Lin Chuan earnestly looked at the girl in front of him. The shoulder-length hair suited her very well, complemented by a delicate oval face, with brows like a painting, a perky nose, wearing a light blue T-shirt and a black casual thin coat that highlighted her slender, fair neck. Her whole person exuded the aura of youth, lively and pure. No wonder when she entered the shop, she caught the attention of everyone there. Indeed she was beautiful. What are you looking at? Xia Qingqing noticed Lin Chuans gaze, pursed her lips, and her pair of clear eyes blinked. Lin Chuan came to his senses, smiled, and deflected the question, Im looking at the night scenery by the riverside, the galaxy in the sky, the beautiful scenes of the world. Chapter 90 - Chapter 90: Chapter 89: Old Wang, don’t worry yet! (First subscription plea!) Chapter 90: Chapter 89: Old Wang, dont worry yet! (First subscription plea!) Youre just as crafty as the protagonists in your novels, all experts in deception, a blush crept across Xia Qingqings face in the night. Im serious, Lin Chuan said earnestly. People say that web novel writers are poor communicators and not good with words, but youre clearly an exception, Xia Qingqing teased. Lin Chuan chuckled and served Xia Qingqing a large shrimp, Consider it my apology. But Im the one treating you to this meal. Xia Qingqing pursed her lips, her cheeks puffing out slightly to indicate that she was the one paying for the shrimp. So what should we do? Lin Chuan asked with a smile. Idol, peel one for me, Xia Qingqing sipped jasmine tea and blinked her eyes, shining like twinkling stars. Lin Chuan smiled. For a true fan and a high level of approval, he would put on a disposable glove and peel one for her. Peeling shrimp doesnt require skill, just sincerity, enough to make a girl happy. Well, except for those who are too eager to please. What comes around goes around. After happily eating the shrimp Lin Chuan had peeled, Xia Qingqing peeled the whole plate of shrimp on the table and pushed it in front of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan grinned from ear to ear. This girl knew her game too well! Which man could withstand such a test? Unable to resist, not at all! Its true, shrimp peeled by someone else always tasted better than the ones you peel yourself; the flavor may be the same, but the feeling is completely different. On a serious note, I think your book All-In can play a great role in anti-fraud. When do you plan to publish it? Ill recommend it to my dad, Xia Qingqing said with a smile. Probably after the May Day holiday, Lin Chuan replied with some surprise, Does your father work in anti-fraud? Xia Qingqing curled her lip, No, hes been the victim of fraud. Uh Lin Chuan found himself at a loss for words, feeling a bit awkward. Xia Qingqing laughed and said, Despite being a cyber police officer and often dealing with anti-fraud cases at work, and sharing this knowledge with my family, my dad is stubborn and still got scammed. Not just him, many older people are easily deceived. Lin Chuan found that to be true. When he had observed fraud salesmen, he had seen quite a few cases of fraud. These people, they love to lure older folks into their traps. Because most of the elderlys means of communication are relatively simple, their sources of information are relatively outdated, especially in some underdeveloped areas, making them more susceptible to scams. Huh! A thought crossed Lin Chuans mind that his own hometown was a rather underdeveloped area, but his mom was shrewd and frugal, so she probably wouldnt be easily deceived. As for his dad, without any control over finances and barely any money in his pocket, there wasnt much chance for him to get scammed. Lets not talk about this. Xia Qingqing changed the topic and asked, Writer Lin, do you have any plans for the May Day holiday? Nothing yet, why? Lin Chuan answered. I have some internet-related technical issues, and I was hoping to consult you, Xia Qingqing said with a smile. Thats no problem, Lin Chuan replied with a smile. The night deepened. Along the Anling Riverside, lights twinkled, ripples spread across the water reflecting glimmers of light, and willow branches hung down, swaying gently in the night breeze. Lin Chuan and Xia Qingqing walked on the stone-paved river embankment, the cool breeze from the Anling River refreshing their hearts and minds. The embankment along the Anling River was long, and the two of them had been walking for quite a while. A road, seemingly without end. It wasnt until around 9:30 p.m. that Xia Qingqing waved goodbye to Lin Chuan, with a radiant smile on her face. The evening breeze tonight was delightful. Lin Chuan let out a long sigh of relief. Ring ring ring Old Wang called: Brother, Ive got a big problem now! Lin Chuan, sitting on a bench next to the riverside, asked in surprise, Whats the issue, when you have been relying on others for a living just fine? Well Ill tell you more when we meet. Can I treat you to a late-night snack? Wang Zikai sighed deeply. Ive already had a feast, Im not hungry, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. Hm? Wang Zikai was very surprised, Youre a bachelor, why are you having a big meal all by yourself? Sorry, it was two people going, actually. Lin Chuan chuckled. Officer Shen? Wang Zikai asked in astonishment, Old Lin, youre doing well, I see. Progress isnt bad. Uh, not Officer Shen, its Officer Xia. Lin Chuan said with an embarrassed smile. Wang Zikai: ??? Twenty minutes later, Wang Zikai arrived at the scene: Old Lin, whats the situation here? Just the usual situation. Officer Xia really likes my novel; she said she wanted to treat me to a meal. Lin Chuan smiled. Tsk, tsk, tsk. Wang Zikai clicked his tongue in amazement and gave a thumbs-up, You, youve got some hidden depths! Lin Chuan was confused, What do you mean? Yesterday, Officer Shen was asking my Qiqi, and through her wanted to ask you if you had any plans to go out on a trip during the May Day holiday. I thought you two were getting quite close, Wang Zikai explained. Ah? Lin Chuans mouth hung open and his eyes widened. Little Landlady, Xia Qingqing, Shen Qianqian hiss, why are they all squeezing into the May Day holiday? Im not a time management guru! Ah its just really annoying. Lin Chuan also sighed, suddenly feeling a bit more bothered. I suspect youre just being coy, Old Wang spit out, But honestly, which one do you like? Ive never been in love; I have no idea, Lin Chuan shook his head. With a full belly, one thinks of lust. The royalties had come in, and the studio was getting started; a man indeed starts thinking about emotional needs. Old Wang gave it some thought, then asked, Do you like the pretty ones? Lin Chuan countered, Who doesnt like the pretty ones? You just need to answer whether you like them or not, Old Wang pressed, What about the ones with large chests? Like. What about the ones with long legs? Like. What about the perky ones? Like. What about the pure lust ones? Like. What about the sexy ones? Like I guess, Lin Chuan frowned, Wait, arent these all things no man would dislike? On the bench beside the riverbank. Old Wang sat shoulder-to-shoulder with Lin Chuan, chuckling, Thats true. Lets skip this subject. Lin Chuan moved on from this topic, deciding to talk about the May Day matter when the time came and turned to Old Wang, asking, Did you run into some big trouble? Got a stomach ache from living off a woman. Old Wang said. Old Wang, did you seek me out late at night just to play around? Lin Chuan teased with a laugh. Im serious, Old Wangs face visibly fell. Aha? Lin Chuan, who had never lived off someone else, was a little perplexed. Even though living off someone else is indeed tasty, I find it hard to fit into her circle, Old Wang heaved a sigh and continued, These days, Ive met many of Qiqis friends. They are either Heavenly Kings or Influent Authors, the least of them has ten thousand subscriptions. Are you feeling inferior? Lin Chuan asked. Old Wang, who usually brimmed with confidence, gave a rare nod, Old Lin, you know me. I dont aim too high, and Qiqi doesnt mind my achievements, but having only one fairly successful book, I cant hold my own in Qiqis circle. Its frustrating! Old Wang, dont worry about it for now, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Whats up? Old Wang was surprised. Ive got ten thousand subscriptions too, Lin Chuan chuckled. Old Wangs eyes widened: ??? Chapter 92 - Chapter 92: Chapter 91 I Suspect You’re Carrying Several Cases (Please Subscribe) Chapter 92: Chapter 91 I Suspect Youre Carrying Several Cases (Please Subscribe) Lin Chuan laughed, Old Wang, what do you mean by that? Your thoughts are quite dangerous. Old Wang also burst into roaring laughter, If I didnt know you so well, Id think you were up to some fraud. Go on, stop spreading rumors, you cant just say things like that! Lin Chuan jokingly scolded. After exchanging a few words with Lin Chuan, Wang Zikai felt rejuvenated, and his mood greatly improved. Old Lin, if we both enter the anti-fraud writing contest, wed definitely be The Two Heroes. When I adapt it and you publish it, how should we spend all that money? Wang Zikai fantasized about a bright future. You think everyone else is a pushover? Lin Chuan threw a wet blanket on Old Wangs enthusiasm. The online literature circle is far from a comfort zone. Its pretty competitive, too. Especially for a nationwide anti-fraud writing contest with generous prizes, including the potential for film adaptations. Just the royalties from a film adaptation could be a significant sum. If turned into a major IP, it could be worth tens of millions or even billions. Of course. Lin Chuan had never experienced any of this firsthand, only through hearsay. But seeing the support for this anti-fraud contest, it seemed like all the big names were enthusiastic. Speaking of that, it reminds me of the original The Two Heroes, Old Wang stroked his chin and pondered. What The Two Heroes? Lin Chuan was taken aback. The ones who started out with you, Handon and Hongmei, Old Wang said with a smile, Handon just knocked off King of Cheating and is now fully committed to the anti-fraud contest. An author with ten thousand subscriptions is indeed formidable! Fine works, major fine works, ten thousand subscriptions, Heavenly King, Influent Author, Platinum. Over the 20-year history of Sailing Novel Website, there have only been a little over 1200 books with ten thousand subscriptions, which is why authors with that many are known as little gods. Recalling the time when Swindler first came out alongside Handon, Lin Chuan said with a smile, To shatter the darkness with a thunder strike! Old Wang spit out, Its not appropriate for you to say that now. Then what should I say? Lin Chuan was puzzled, Thirty years in the east river and thirty years in the west river, dont bully the poor anymore? What if Handon bellows, Dont bully the poor with ten thousand subscriptions? Old Wang chuckled. Then Ill just go heh heh heh heh. The refreshing breeze from the Anling River blew from night into day, from the riverside into the city. As the warm sun began to rise, it painted the eastern sky red. The morning mist gradually dispersed, revealing the full view of Anling. The Little Landlady had arranged with the police to meet today at 9:30 AM at the Anling Police Stations meeting room to discuss a cooperative matter. So, Lin Chuan got up early. Director, how do I look in this outfit? Downstairs from the rental property, the Little Landlady beamed with a smile. Lin Chuan glanced up. For this cooperative matter, the Little Landlady had carefully dressed up in her Sunday best. She wore a white shirt underneath a casually chic blazer on top and a light gray long skirt that wrapped around her waist and fell just past her knees, revealing a small section of her fair legs. Paired with black leather shoes, she exuded the youthful vibe of a college student while still maintaining propriety. Not bad, you kind of look like a financial director, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. Pleased by the compliment, Zhang Xinxins smile brightened, Director, why dont you wear a suit to discuss business? Lin Chuan, still dressed in casual attire, replied with a smile, A cultured inner self is naturally adorned, I focus on inner cultivation. So full of twisted logic. Xinxin spat out. Taking the route of bus 13, the two hailed a cab to the Anling Police Station. They had agreed on the time, so the police station had arranged for someone to greet Lin Chuan and lead him to the meeting room. And that person was Xia Qingqing. Dressed in a dark cyan uniform, Xia Qingqing looked bold and valiant. When she saw Lin Chuan getting out of the cab, she revealed a smile, Lin Chuan, over here. Lin Chuan smiled back, Qingqing, how come its you receiving us? Well, its because I know you, Qingqing replied with a smile, then turned to look at the Little Landlady beside Lin Chuan, smiling politely, Comrade Lin, who might this be? Hello, police officer. I am Zhang Xinxin, the financial director of Studio 720, Xinxin introduced herself with a twinkle in her eye. Hello. Xia Qingqing extended her hand, giving Xinxin a friendly handshake. Comrade Lin Chuan, I didnt expect your studio to have a financial director, and such a beautiful one at that, Xia Qingqing asked with interest. Uh, shes also a founder of the studio. Lin Chuan scratched his head, feeling something off in the air, and quickly said, Lets head to the meeting room. This way, please, Xia Qingqing replied with a courteous smile. As they walked, the Little Landlady murmured quietly to Lin Chuan, Director, you seem to be quite familiar with this officer? Lin Chuans mouth twitched, We know each other, we know each other. The Little Landlady pursed her lips and inwardly questioned, Director, do you just know this police officer? Tsk! A mans mouth, a liars ghost! One could tell at a glance that something was amiss! Along the way, Xia Qingqing blinked and suddenly asked, By the way, Writer Lin, did you enjoy the shrimp last night? Ah? Lin Chuan forced a smile, It was good very good. Is peeled shrimp tastier? Xia Qingqing teased. Tasty, all tasty. Lin Chuan grimaced as two lines of sweat appeared on his forehead. Seeing Lin Chuan like this, Xia Qingqing smiled satisfactorily and continued to lead Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin toward the meeting room. For Lin Chuan, the walk from the entrance to the meeting room seemed exceptionally long. Even longer than the riverside walk he took with Xia Qingqing the night before. The air seemed to carry a subtly different scent, although Lin Chuan couldnt quite identify it. This scene, why did it feel like a showdown from a novel? Dammit, when I was single, I complained about not knowing any girls. Now that Ive gotten to know a few, new troubles arise. Alas Fortunately, just as they reached the floor of the meeting room, Lin Chuan saw a group of people waiting outside. One of them was particularly prominent. A man dressed in a white police uniform, middle-aged in appearance, with black hair flecked with grey, radiated vibrancy and energy. Shh Lin Chuan had been in and out of the police station quite a few times recently, but this was his first time seeing the white shirt. White shirts were generally reserved for the level of a police chief. Lin Chuan started to wonder. The chief himself coming out to meet me This partnership must be pretty high-level. Just then, Director Zhang Biao in his white shirt, came forward with a beaming smile and extended his hand, I didnt expect Comrade Lin to be so young, truly a case of a hero being a youth! Xia Qingqing timely introduced, This is our police stations Director Zhang. Lin Chuan shook hands with Zhang Biao: Director Zhang, youre too kind. Haha Zhang Biaos face was affable with a warm smile, exhibiting no air of superiority: Comrade Lin is being modest. You are a hero not only in Anling but throughout the whole Han River region. Come, lets go to the conference room. Its just a small contribution, nothing worth mentioning, Lin Chuan said, smiling. What a modest contribution, please follow me. Zhang Biao lead the way to the conference room with a grin. Lin, I hear youre also a novelist, Zhang Biao said, walking briskly and making small talk. Lin Chuan nodded: Yes, my main job is writing novels. Not bad, not bad at all. Youre multitalented. Even an old man like me feels behind the times compared to you young folks, Zhang Biao laughed. Actually, Ive been following your novels. Hmm? Lin Chuan was momentarily taken aback, his expression subtly shifting. Director Zhang, I hope youre just a follower and not harboring any other ideas. Otherwise, given your position, if you decided to take me away, it would be much harder for me to complain about injustice. At that moment. Dressed in the white shirt, Zhang Biao continued with a laugh: Lin, Ive been reading a few of your novels. Your grasp on crime themes is really spot on, especially This Assassin Is Too Professional. The assassins skills are so professional that I began to suspect youve got a few cases under your belt. Lin Chuans mouth twitched. Chief, are you making small talk or trying to trip me up? After a thought, Lin Chuan defensively said: Director Zhang, I actually write crime scenes from a special perspective to dissuade readers from going down the path of crime. Xia Qingqing, at his side, laughed and interjected: Lin Chuan, actually, Director Zhang is one of your readers, hes subscribed to several of your books. Subscribed? Lin Chuan was slightly surprised, but then his authors instinct kicked in. He raised an eyebrow and smiled: Thank you for the support, Director Zhang! A true fan indeed! Zhang Biao chuckled, giving Lin Chuan a thumbs up: This Assassin Is Too Professional, Im still studying it. Its quite impressive! Lin Chuan smiled and modestly said: Im simply doing my small part. The real impresarios are our comrades in the police. Hahaha. Everyone laughed, creating a harmonious atmosphere. Throughout the walk, no one mentioned anything about hackers. But everyone was well aware. The seemingly very young man before them was the God of Hackers. It was precisely for this reason that Anling Police decided to work with his studio. Once in the conference room, both parties sat down opposite each other. Zhang Xinxin, still a college student, was understandably nervous around someone with such a strong presence as the white-shirted chief, so she obediently sat down next to Lin Chuan. Actually, Lin Chuan was somewhat nervous as well. Who wouldnt be nervous under normal circumstances? However, Lin Chuan had experienced quite a lot in life, and though he did not exude an air of aged wisdom, he had honed a certain maturity of spirit. Plus, having successfully dealt with AW, he was able to meet Zhang Biao without feeling inferior or overawed. Strength was the source of confidence. In the conference room, both sides began discussing the partnership, with a strong intent to cooperate, so the talks proceeded smoothly. The main agreement was for the 720 Studio to provide cyber security services to the Anling Police and necessary emergency technical support when needed. Possibly because both parties feared a change of mind, a preliminary partnership agreement was swiftly signed. As for the subsequent details, such as service fees, these would be further negotiated, principally with Zhang Xinxin liaising with the financial personnel of the police station. Lin Chuan knew that the Anling Police had now firmly tied him to their ship. Which was fine with him. 720 Studio would soon make a name for itself, with more internet cafs and companies seeking to partner with him. Comrade Lin, your studio isnt very large yet, is it? Zhang Biao inquired. Lin Chuan nodded: Right, its not very big. Then theres much room for growth. Anling is now looking to build a strong cyber security front, and were counting on top tech talents like you, Zhang Biao said cheerfully. Thanks for the praise, Director Zhang, Lin Chuan responded as his eyebrows lifted. Lin Chuan grasped the implicit message in Chief Zhang Biaos words. Thats right, the studio was gaining recognition, but it was too small-scale with only him, Zhang Xinxin, and Li Qing, insufficient for partnerships with more companies. It was time to expand. More significant collaborations were in the making. Zhang Biao waved his hand dismissively and chuckled, Comrade Lin, you are now Han Rivers premier Red Hat, a top computer technician who can also conduct criminal investigations, and you are a novelist to boot. Such promise at a young age! He didnt hide his admiration for Lin Chuan. My goodness. If Lin Chuan hadnt come through in a dire situation, who knows if he, Zhang Biao, could still be so jovial now, or if he would even be wearing that white shirt. Comrade Lin Chuan is also skilled in anti-fraud, Xia Qingqing added. Anti-fraud? Everyone was taken aback. Comrade Lin, youre versed in anti-fraud too? Curiosity flickered across Zhang Biaos face as he turned to Lin Chuan. Along the border area of Han River, Anling had its fair share of fraud cases. Because of this, Zhang Biao had always been looking for ways to reduce, even eliminate, instances of fraud, though with little success. Today, hearing that Lin Chuan was also knowledgeable in anti-fraud tactics, Zhang Biaos interest was piqued. Perhaps the young man had some fresh ideas? I only have a basic understanding, Lin Chuan said modestly. Chapter 94 - Chapter 94: Chapter 93 Beware of Fraud There (Subscribe Please) Chapter 94: Chapter 93 Beware of Fraud There (Subscribe Please) Lin Chuan and Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin walked out of Anling Police Station, and it was already noon. The warm sun had become scorching, shining upon every corner of Anling City. The sky was deep blue, with a few white clouds drifting by, bringing a touch of coolness to this bustling city. The trees lining the streets were lush, their leaves rustling in the soft breeze. Outside the police station. Zhang Xinxin tucked her hair behind her ears and smiled at Lin Chuan, Mr. Chairman, let me treat you to lunch. Hmm? Upon hearing this, Lin Chuans eyes lit up, and he readily agreed, Now that weve reached an agreement, the chief financial officer of 720 Studio, Zhang Xinxin, is treating me to lunch. Naturally, I must go. Zhang Xinxin blinked and said, Ill take you to eat something delicious. The taxi winded through the citys streets and alleys, taking them both to a restaurant. Little Landlady, Im going to use the restroom, Lin Chuan said with a smile, You go ahead and order first. Little Landlady nodded with a smile. Then. Little Landlady chose a corner seat, picked up the menu, quickly scanned through it, and said to the waiter: Some braised prawns, a plate of plain boiled shrimp, and also a steamed garlic shrimp After Lin Chuan came out from the restroom, he sat down opposite Little Landlady and saw the small square table laden with three large plates of shrimp. And Little Landlady was wearing disposable gloves, peeling the shrimp one by one. Little Landlady, why did you order so many shrimp? Lin Chuan asked, stunned. Little Landlady smiled brilliantly, showing off her two rows of white teeth, Mr. Chairman, dont you like shrimp? Lin Chuans face darkened, and he couldnt help but twitch at the corner of his mouth. He didnt know what to say for a moment. Mr. Chairman, have a shrimp I peeled for you, Little Landlady said, holding a shrimp dipped in sauce and extending it towards Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan felt his brain was a tangled mess of yarn. He was feeling rather overwhelmed. Mr. Chairman, the chief financial officer is peeling shrimp for you. Dont you like it? Little Landlady said with a cheerful laugh. Lin Chuan took the shrimp Zhang Xinxin had peeled and forced a smile onto his face, Did you order anything else? Unexpectedly. Little Landlady shook her head, The policewoman mentioned that she only knew you liked shrimp, so thats all I ordered for you. Since you like peeled shrimp, Ive peeled them all for you. Mr. Chairman, you see how good I am to you? Yeah, great, just great! Lin Chuans face was stretched into a forced smile. Seeing Lin Chuan like that, Little Landladys small face blossomed into a huge grin, Mr. Chairman, Im just teasing you. I also ordered beef, boiled beef, lettuce, and rice. Thats better. Lin Chuan finally breathed a sigh of relief. At that moment, Little Landlady handed him another large shrimp. Lin Chuan took it and ate it, but soon after, he frowned. Whats wrong, Mr. Chairman? Little Landlady asked with concern. Why is this shrimp sour? Huh? Little Landlady was taken aback, then picked up a shrimp herself and put it in her mouth, her eyebrows furrowing slightly, Its not sour at all! Lin Chuan grinned, Its not sour? The Little Landlady looked at Lin Chuans smile and suddenly realized what he meant. She pouted slightly and grumbled, Hmph, I certainly wouldnt be jealous. Then will you eat the shrimp? Lin Chuan picked up his chopsticks, grabbed a shrimp, and asked. No! Financial Director, you really wont eat it? Lin Chuan held the shrimp up to Zhang Xinxin. Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips and glanced at Lin Chuan, the corner of her mouth involuntarily turned upwards. Like a little tiger, she grabbed Lin Chuans arm, opened her small mouth slightly, and fiercely bit into the shrimp. Considering youre the chairman, Ill give you some face, Zhang Xinxin huffed. Financial Director, you really think big! Lin Chuan gave a thumbs up. Of course, I do. Zhang Xinxin held up her little face, slightly puffed out her chest, and her casual jacket immediately strained, revealing her full curves, which captured Lin Chuans gaze. Biggest of plans. LSP! Zhang Xinxin pouted and spat a small mouthful. Lin Chuan retorted, I solemnly declare, I am not old. Stop staring and eat your shrimp, Zhang Xinxin chuckled, I have something to discuss with you, something serious. What is it? Lin Chuan nibbled on the shrimp that the Little Landlady had peeled for him, dipping it into the sauce before placing it in his mouth. Dont you think our studio is too small? the Little Landlady asked. A chairman, a financial director, and one employee, its indeed a bit small, Lin Chuan nodded in agreement. I think, now that we have a cooperative intention with the police, we can fully grow and become stronger. What do you think? the Little Landlady asked ambitiously. Youre the financial director, and also in charge of development planning. How do you think we should grow and strengthen? Lin Chuan asked. The Little Landlady pursed her lips and seriously said, Upgrade to a company! 720 Network Security Company! Alright. Lin Chuan was brief and to the point. The Little Landladys face lit up with a smile, pleased, Ive already planned it out. I have an office floor in Qingxiu District thats waiting to be rented out; it will be our companys location Youre that wealthy? Lin Chuan paused his eating, asking in surprise. Not too much money, my sources of income are very limited, only relying on rent, so I have to try starting a business to broaden my sources of income! the Little Landlady said, lips pursed. ? Lin Chuans eyes went dark. Is this even human talk? Little Landlady, you call this a very limited source of income? Suddenly. Lin Chuan felt that his manuscript fee of 400,000 from last month wasnt at all appealing anymore. Compared to the Little Landlady, it was merely a drop in the bucket. Damn In some places, the starting price for a brides price is 388,000. With only 400,000, after paying the bride price, its back to square one, penniless and empty-handed. Lin Chuan finally understood that living off a woman, is really damn great! Little rich lady, I ask for your sponsorship! Lin Chuan joked. The Little Landlady grinned, You look too frail, rich ladies dont like that. I dont care about other rich ladies, as long as you, this little rich lady, like it, Lin Chuan teased with a chuckle. Eat your shrimp. The Little Landlady had a slight smugness on her face, her smile brimming. Lin Chuan chuckled. Suddenly, the Little Landlady seemed to remember something, Chairman, you know, our studio has been established for some time now, and it seems we havent done any team building yet. Just the three of us, what team building? Lin Chuan asked in confusion, Besides, Li Qing definitely wont go with us two. The Little Landlady pouted, So the two studio partners, the chairman and the financial director, cant do team building? Were already team building now! Lin Chuan laughed. Im talking about formal team building, like going on a trip or something, retorted the Little Landlady. A trip, huh? When, where? Lin Chuan muttered to himself. May Day, Yundian, Ive made the itinerary, the Little Landlady said, biting her lower lip slightly, her smile hidden. Hiss! Lin Chuan took a deep breath and scratched his head again. You dont want to go to Yundian? We can choose another place for team building, the Little Landlady said with a smile. If we go there, well get scammed, Lin Chuan thought for a moment, then said. Arent you savvy in anti-fraud? The Little Landlady chuckled, her hands didnt stop moving, and she peeled another shrimp for Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan stretched his mouth and changed the subject, May Day hasnt arrived yet. Let me think about it first. Scammed or not, Lin Chuan didnt care. It was just that he was a bit unsure at the moment. After returning to the rental house. Lin Chuan sent a message to Old Wang, So torn, three girls want to ask me out to play, what should I do? Old Wang replied instantly, ?. Bro, I need some advice, Lin Chuan sent another message. To his surprise, Old Wang responded, Old Lin, I also want to ask you, how can I get three girls to ask me out to play at the same time? Tch, Old Wang, you have Qiqi. So, youre having difficulty choosing? Uh Old Lin, if you ask me, just take all of them out to play together! Really? Can I do that? ? Lin Chuan looked at Wang Zikais ?, falling silent. Together? Thats definitely not feasible! Just today, because of a single shrimp, he almost got deeply mired in trouble. Well Better focus on making money first. With savings of 400,000, its just enough to cover the starting dowry price of 388,000. Jeez. Babe~ Perhaps sensing Lin Chuans desire to earn money, editor Youyou sent him a message. Youyou, whats up? Lin Chuan replied. The rules for the anti-fraud essay contest are out, Ill send them to you. Soon after, Youyou sent a link. Nationwide collection! The Anti-Fraud Center and Sunshine Film and Television Jointly host an Anti-Fraud essay competition calling for excellent works such as novels and scripts from all over the web! Lin Chuan clicked on it. The page directed to the Anti-Fraud Centers website, which detailed the Anti-Fraud Essay Contest. > Registration Rules: All anti-fraud type novels, click here to register. > Contest Rules: Preliminary round: Works published after May 1, including novels and scripts, ending on May 31. The total reading index score achieved by the works, 100 novels, and scripts each will advance to the next round. Semi-Final: From June 1 to June 10, 10 anti-fraud experts, 100 anti-fraud policemen, and 1000 scammed spectators will form a joint judging panel > Rewards: The script and novel will be judged separately, with one first prize, five-second prizes, ten third prizes, and twenty excellence awards It also detailed the specific benefits for each award. Works published after May 1st. Lin Chuan looked at it and nodded. Babe~ theres a critical point I need to remind you of, Youyou sent another message. What is it? Lin Chuan asked. Since this is a contest for the whole web, not just Sailing Novel, it means well be competing for traffic and readers across the entire network, Youyou reminded. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment and then asked with a smile, Youyou, do you have any good strategies to deal with this? Youyou replied, Editor-in-chief Mingyue and I have discussed, and we think the best way is to learn to market your work. Marketing? Yes, we predict that once the essay contest officially starts, it will be a battle of marketing, Youyou explained earnestly. Lin Chuan thought for a moment and nodded. Indeed, for a contest of this magnitude, it was a first for him. Good wine also needs a bush. With more works participating, those without popularity will naturally be drowned out. Therefore, to make your work stand out, one must engage in marketing. But how to market? Announce a teaser in that inactive reader group? Ride on a trending news? Or take the stage personally, live streaming a fraud? No, no, that would probably get the live streaming channel shut down on the spot. Babe~ you dont need to worry too much, with your current popularity, you should be able to break into the top one hundred without hard-selling marketing, Youyou said, typing out a long line of information. Can my popularity carry over to the anti-fraud contest? Lin Chuan was slightly taken aback. Of course, your Hacker Kingdom is currently the hottest hacker novel, and its about to hit ten thousand subscribers in a couple of days. If your anti-fraud novel incorporates some hacker elements, the popularity will definitely carry over, Youyou replied. Lin Chuans eyes lit up. Thats right. After the battle with AW, the hacker culture wave gradually resurged in the country. Hacker + anti-fraud is indeed a hot topic. All-In is exactly hacker + anti-fraud! For the first time, I feel like luck is on my side, Lin Chuan grinned, sending a reply to Youyou. I guess, this year could be your fateful year haha.jpg. It might be, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. Babe~ will you be in Anling for May Day? Ill be passing through Anling City then, Youyou suddenly asked. Lin Chuan: ????? Chapter 95 - Chapter 95: Chapter 94: It’s Over, Caught Red-Handed!? (Please Subscribe) Chapter 95: Chapter 94: Its Over, Caught Red-Handed!? (Please Subscribe) Outside the rented apartments window, the sun hung low, casting the signs of the years on the buildings of the City East District with mottled walls that retained a burning heat. Above, thunderclouds rumbled, and waves of dry heat surged amid startling claps of thunder. Lin Chuan stayed inside his rented room, and even though the fan squeaked as it spun, bringing a breeze of cool air, beads of sweat still formed on his forehead. He stared at the message sent by Youyou, lost in thought. No way, Youyou, youre joining in on the commotion too? Little Landlady, Xia Qingqing, Shen Qianqian, Youyou, if one more joined, it would really become a May Day. May Day, I cant handle this! Lin Chuan thought for a moment and had no choice but to reply, Youyou, I may not be in Anling for May Day, so I might not be able to entertain you. Okay~ Youyou pouted and replied. Outside the rental. The sky was filled with massive and dense cloud layers that blocked most of the sunlight, creating a stuffy and yellowish glow. Just then, the heavy thunder began to sound, and raindrops like countless thin needles pattered against the windowsill, gradually blurring the view. With the rain came a breeze, blowing into the room and taking away some of the dry heat and stuffiness. Lin Chuan watched the hazy rain outside the window and took a deep breath, smoothing out his thoughts, as tangled as a ball of wool. However, before Lin Chuan could straighten them out. Ring ring ring His phone rang. The incoming caller: Shen Qianqian. Hmm? A moment of apprehension gripped Lin Chuan; Officer Shen calling at this time! Whatever you fear comes to pass. Nevertheless, he pressed the answer button. Through the phone, Shen Qianqians familiar voice emerged: Writer Lin, good afternoon. Officer Shen, good afternoon to you too, Lin Chuan greeted back. First off, congratulations to Writer Lin for becoming a network security partner with the Anling Police, and secondly, congratulations to your studio for becoming the main research and development unit for the anti-fraud app, Shen Qianqian said with a chuckle. Thank you, Lin Chuan laughed. Who wouldve thought, Writer Lin, that you have so many side jobs, with such unique skills that youve become an expert. I was worried you wouldnt make enough money from writing, so I even got several of my friends to subscribe fully, Shen Qianqians light laughter came through the phone. Several full subscriptions? Lin Chuan took a deep breath and said solemnly to this true fan who always supported him, Thank you Officer Shen, for your continual support and encouragement. How exactly do you plan to thank me? Shen Qianqian laughed. Lin Chuan grinned sheepishly: Ah, well Just kidding, Shen Qianqian said with a light laugh, Lets talk serious business. Theres more serious business? Lin Chuan was taken aback. Thanks to you, Ive now been assigned to the Anti-Fraud Center, Shen Qianqian said with a laugh. Youre working in anti-fraud now? Lin Chuans eyebrows raised slightly, a hint of surprise in his heart. In Anling City, the Anti-Fraud Center was part of the criminal investigation division of the city police station. Officers like Shen Qianqian, indeed, could be transferred to the Anti-Fraud Center. Comrade Lin Chuan, let me officially introduce myself: Im Shen Qianqian from the Anling Police Stations Anti-Fraud Center. The anti-fraud app project has been approved, and its my job to conduct preliminary communications with you on behalf of the Anling Anti-Fraud Center. On the phone, Shen Qianqian introduced herself with a voice brimming with laughter. The anti-fraud app project has already been approved? Lin Chuans eyebrows raised. It seemed Anling and Han River were taking this very seriously, probably expediting the process and opening the doors of convenience. As for Officer Shen being transferred from the Criminal Investigation Brigade to the Anti-Fraud Center, it could be to facilitate better communication with him. Officer Shen of the Anti-Fraud Center, hello, Lin Chuan greeted with a smile. Shen Qianqian cleared her throat and continued: Comrade Lin Chuan, the department has given special approval. Currently, the anti-fraud APP development project will be led by the Anling Anti-Fraud Center, with Studio 720 as the main research unit, supported by Jintang Network Security Company, Copper Wall Network Security Company, and Galaxy Technology Company, forming a special research team, said Shen Qianqian formally. Alright, Lin Chuan nodded. Moreover, we have tentatively scheduled the project initiation ceremony for tomorrow morning at 9:00 am, in the meeting hall of the Anling Police Station, as well as to discuss the preliminary development plan, Shen Qianqian continued. No problem, Lin Chuan responded. Writer Lin, about the development ideas and proposals Shen Qianqian asked further. The two talked about the various work content related to the development of the anti-fraud app. Mainly, Lin Chuan was talking. On the other end of the phone, Shen Qianqian listened very attentively and took notes on everything. Unnoticed, the rain outside had stopped. In the sky, the setting sun bled red, its twilight illuminating the citys outline, its golden light reflecting off the raindrops, creating a scattering of gem-like sparkles. The urban area of Anling, under the afterglow of the sunset, also turned a shade of golden yellow. Shen Qianqian raised her hand to check her watch and then said with a smile, Comrade Lin Chuan, its time for dinner, shall I come to pick you up? Huh? Lin Chuan was taken aback, immediately furrowing his brow. Do you have plans tonight? On the other end, Shen Qianqians lips pursed, and she asked somewhat nervously. No I dont, Lin Chuan said, grinning sheepishly. Then Ill wait for you downstairs in half an hour, Shen Qianqian said with a radiant smile. Okay. Lin Chuan scratched his head, looking out at the golden scene, and chastised himself internally, What are you so scared of, its just dinner. The pre-rain humidity had caused Lin Chuan to sweat profusely. Lin Chuan sniffed his T-shirt, then walked into the bathroom to take a shower, and in the meantime, transformed into a toilet singing sensation. Forgive me for this life of unrestrained love of freedom, never afraid of falling one day, oh oh~ Half an hour later. For some reason, when Lin Chuan descended the stairs, he felt like a thief skirting around the little supermarket downstairs, avoiding bumping into the Little Landlady. He chose to wait for Shen Qianqian near the entrance of Happiness Community. Shen Qianqian was punctual, appearing in front of Lin Chuan in her Mercedes GLC. Lin Chuan remembered, this car belonged to Xue Qiqi. Writer Lin, what do you think? Picking you up in this car, its appropriate, right? Shen Qianqian lowered the window, smiling radiantly. Appropriate. Lin Chuan laughed and then got into the passenger seat. It rained today, and there was also a sunset. The air by the river must be particularly refreshing. Shall we go to Riverside Cottage? Shen Qianqian suggested. Lin Chuan buckled his seatbelt and nodded, Their dishes are indeed not bad. The Mercedes GLC drove out of the old city district, laying over the golden light on the road, speeding towards Anling Riverside, and finally, parked in a road-side paid parking spot. The riverside embankment was fully bathed in the setting sun. In front of the fence lay a stretch of jade-green water, resembling an emerald ribbon. The river was wide, with several small boats swaying in the water. The evening skys afterglow was gradually changing colors, and by this time, the outline of the moon was visible. The breeze at Anling Riverside was very fresh, bringing with it the scent of water vapor and vegetation that enveloped them. Shen Qianqians waterfall-like black hair was in disarray, fluttering in the wind. In the sunset, their shadows were elongated, casting across the ground all the way to the opposite curb. Lets go across. Just across the street was the Riverside Cottage. Lin Chuan was familiar with the route here. He had been here once with Shen Qianqian, and once with Xia Qingqing. The staff of Riverside Cottage seemed to have some recollection of Lin Chuan, Sir, do you have a reservation? Lin Chuan was about to shake his head. Shen Qianqian, however, nodded and responded, I made a reservation at noon, last name Shen. Okay, right this way please. The staff then led the two inside. Officer Shen, you made the reservation quite early, didnt you? Lin Chuan asked with a smile as they walked. Shen Qianqian blinked, I was thinking of coming alone at noon, but I ended up on the phone with you right during mealtime, so I took the opportunity to treat you. Lin Chuan laughed, I believe that. Shen Qianqians lips curled into a barely contained smile, Writer Lin is still acting coy after taking advantage. No, no, Lin Chuan grinned. The two sat in a corner spot at Riverside Cottage. The staff, holding the menu, asked, What would the two of you like to order? Our shrimp dish is a specialty. No shrimp! Lin Chuan instinctively reacted with a refusal. Shrimp, to him, was a bit frightening. Then lets skip the shrimp. Shen Qianqian gave a slight start and then ordered several other dishes. Night had fallen, and streetlights sparked to life. Shen Qianqian that evening appeared to have dressed up specially, her face lightly made up, her eyes clear, her skin fair and firm. She wore a floral dress that accented her slim waist, and on her feet were a pair of white flat shoes. Because she was only about half a head shorter than the 186cm Lin Chuan, at 172cm. It feels like its been a very long time since we last had a meal together, Shen Qianqian said with a radiant smile, looking at Lin Chuan. It has. Youre quite busy these days, Shen Qianqian teased, Ive been wanting to consult you about some criminal investigation issues, but I was afraid youd be too busy. Now that youre working on anti-fraud, you dont need to consult about criminal investigation for the time being, Lin Chuan laughed. Director Zhang said youre an expert in the field of anti-fraud, so I need to consult with you even more, Shen Qianqian chuckled. We can exchange insights, Lin Chuan nodded and agreed. Are you keeping busy with your writing? Shen Qianqian asked as she brushed back her hair. Ah yes. Lin Chuan nodded. I heard from Qiqi that if a writer stays home and writes all the time, their mind becomes dull and inspiration quickly dries up, Shen Qianqian brought up Xue Qiqis words. Thats quite true, Lin Chuan agreed wholeheartedly. Previously, perhaps it was because he hadnt gone out much, had not experienced social interactions and various other aspectseverything was particularly superficial. Thus, he always hit a wall. So have you considered going out and about? Shen Qianqian leaned forward slightly, fixating her gaze on Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan looked surprised, Ah? Shen Qianqian swiftly continued, Ive heard the scenery in Yundian is quite nice, very enchantingsnow-capped mountains, Erhai Lakeits a great place for an author to gather inspiration and helpful for your writing. Lin Chuan hesitated, So May Day, Yundian, want to set out on an impromptu trip? Shen Qianqian broached it concisely, getting straight to the point. Lin Chuans mouth twitched slightly, Your map of Yan Country seems a bit extensive. Under the cozy lights. Shen Qianqian pursed her lips, smiling, As your true fan, I naturally hope you can write better works. Otherwise, I wont have anything to read in the future. What kind of reader takes the author out traveling? Lin Chuan countered. Uh, actually, Ive always wanted to visit Yundian, but ever since Qiqi got together with your best friend, Ive been without a travel companion, Shen Qianqian pouted, looking a bit aggrieved. Lin Chuan rubbed his forehead. The days of Shen Qianqians cold and stunning presence were long gone. Suddenly. Ring, ring, ring The phone rang! Lin Chuan thought to himself, this call couldnt have come at a better time. Officer Shen, let me take this call. Lin Chuan picked up the phone and moved aside, but as he glanced at the caller ID: Incoming call: Xia Qingqing. Qingqing, whats up? Lin Chuan answered the call and asked. Lin Chuan, are you having dinner with your CFO tonight? On the other end, Xia Qingqing pouted and inquired. Lin Chuan grimaced, glancing at Shen Qianqian next to him, and replied, No. No? Xia Qingqings face brightened, a smile spreading across her face, So, Ill treat you to dinner tonight? What? Dont you like it? Xia Qingqing pressed further. Err, its not like that, Lin Chuan, at a loss for an approach, simply said, Im currently having dinner. Alright then~ Xia Qingqing bit her lower lip, Guess Ill eat alone. Lin Chuan sighed with relief and hung up the call. Beep, beep, beep. He returned to the table. The dishes were already served, arranged on the small square table, emanating an intoxicating aroma. Lin Chuan touched his stomach, ready to start eating. Suddenly. A familiar figure appeared at the table, speaking with surprise, Lin Chuan! Qianqian? You guys are here too? In the night, under the glow of the lights, a gentle breeze carried the soft chirping of night birdsone or two notesand along with it, strands of the delicate fragrance of jasmine. Lin Chuan felt his heart skip a beat and looked up. Xia Qingqing!? Chapter 96 - Chapter 96: Chapter 95: It’s Really Over! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 96: Chapter 95: Its Really Over! (Please Subscribe) One minute ago. Xia Qingqing, having just finished her overtime work, arrived at Riverside Cottage, thinking about asking Lin Chuan out for a meal to discuss plans for a May Day outing. She wanted to go to Yundian, but always felt that going alone was too monotonous. So, she thought about bringing Lin Chuan along. At the entrance of Riverside Cottage, Xia Qingqing made a phone call to Lin Chuan, who said he was already having dinner. How about tomorrow? Xia Qingqing gave up the idea and walked into Riverside Cottage. She preferred a quieter environment, so she habitually walked towards a corner. Suddenly. Xia Qingqings brows furrowed slightly, looking suspiciously at a familiar figure in a white T-shirt sitting at a square table not far ahead. Very familiar! And the girl sitting opposite him also looked very familiar! Lin Chuan! Qianqian? Xia Qingqing was startled. Hiss! Lin Chuan, with his chopsticks midair, holding a vegetable, had a face even more surprised than Xia Qingqings: Qingqing, what are you doing here? Shen Qianqian, sitting opposite him, appeared much more natural; upon encountering Xia Qingqing, she immediately showed a smile: Qingqing, what a coincidence, are you alone? Xia Qingqing quickly adjusted her mood, a smile forming on her face: I had just made plans with a friend, but they had something come up at the last minute, so I came alone. If you dont mind, lets join us, Shen Qianqian said, patting the seat next to her with a smile. Sure, Xia Qingqing responded with a bright smile. Lin Chuan ruefully retracted his chopsticks, looking at the two female officers in front of him who could arrest him at any moment, and forced a smile: What a coincidence, Qingqing. Shen Qianqians brows furrowed slightly, thinking that Lin Chuan and Xia Qingqing seemed quite familiar with each other. He calls her Qingqing, but refers to me as Officer Shen? Xia Qingqing said with a smile: Yeah, I didnt expect to run into both of you here. Indeed, such a coincidence. Such a coincidence. Shen Qianqian and Lin Chuan both echoed. Xia Qingqing glanced at the dishes on the table and waved at a nearby waiter, saying with a laugh, Hello, please bring us a serving of the house specialty, the steamed king prawns. The waiter was a young girl. She was still staring blankly in astonishment. She remembered Lin Chuan, after all, he had been here last night with Xia Qingqing, a good-looking couple, which was quite eye-catching, so she had taken a second glance. Who doesnt love good-looking people? During that time, she had also seen Xia Qingqing peel some shrimp for Lin Chuan, who enjoyed it immensely. The young waitress couldnt help but feel envious:What kind of fairytale romance is this? But! Tonight, Lin Chuan came with another girl! This girls beauty, features, and figure were not the slightest inferior to Xia Qingqing from last night, which made her spit in her mind: Jerk. Soon, the reality proved her judgment correct. Because she saw Xia Qingqing appear in the restaurant and head towards Lin Chuans table. In her mind, she already envisioned the classic scene of the wife catching the mistress in the act and sat on the side ready to watch the drama unfold. Yet to her surprise, she saw Xia Qingqing actually sitting next to that girl, chatting and laughing. This is not how the plot is supposed to go! The cashier thought to himself, though this guy is somewhat handsome, his clothes are plain. What virtues or abilities does he have to receive the favor of two girls? Waiter? Xia Qingqing called out again. Right here. The cashier snapped back to reality and spared another glance at Lin Chuans table. Another steamed king prawn, please, Xia Qingqing said with a smile. Of course. The cashier hurried off to place the order. The lighting at Riverside Cottage was soothing, casting the two police flowers in the corner in a particularly charming light. Shen Qianqian belonged to the sweet type, her floral dress accentuating her temperament. Xia Qingqing was more on the innocent side, with an oval face and short hair. Her slender build revealed a swan-like neck and collarbones enchanting as the night, exuding an air of youthfulness. But Lin Chuan either looked sideways, listening to the intermittent sounds of insects and birds around, or he bowed his head to pick up food, acting like an inconspicuous diner focused on eating. Qingqing, do you like to eat shrimp? Seeing that Xia Qingqing ordered steamed king prawns, Shen Qianqian casually struck up a conversation. I do. Many people come here specifically for this signature dish. Dont you like it? Xia Qingqing nodded and smiled. I like it too, but Lin Chuan said he didnt want to eat it, so I didnt order it. Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing began to chat idly. You know, steamed king prawns taste even better when someone peels them for you. Xia Qingqing glanced at Lin Chuan from the corner of her eye as she spoke brightly. Really? Ive never had anyone peel shrimp for me before. Shen Qianqian pursed her lips. I will peel them for you later! Great! The two women chatted back and forth, effectively sidelining Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan internally groaned. He always felt that their conversations were meant for him to hear. But ladies, can we not talk about shrimp, please? The shrimp is innocent. Lets not pick on the shrimp anymore. Feeling a bit thirsty from listening, Lin Chuan poured himself a cup of jasmine tea and downed it in one go. At that moment, Shen Qianqian timely took the cup and poured tea for Lin Chuan, Ive been transferred to the anti-fraud department. Ill need Lin Chuan the expert to give me more advice. Speaking of which, I can enjoy the May Day holiday normally; I also have Lin Chuan to thank for that. Xia Qingqing also poured a cup of tea for Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan looked at the two cups of jasmine tea before him, then at the two women. Both of the police flowers stared fixedly at him, with smiles brimming in their eyes. He inwardly groaned again. Which cup should he drink from first? Fortunately, the tea cups werent big, so Lin Chuan, transforming into a master cup bearer, simply took one in each hand and gulped down both at the same time. No need to thank me, it was just a simple gesture. Lin Chuan set down the cups and smiled. Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqian shared a knowing smile. By the way, Qianqian, do you two have some important matters to discuss tonight? Xia Qingqing peeled a shrimp and placed it in Shen Qianqians bowl. Shen Qianqian thanked her and then said with a smile, Just some small talk, like discussing criminal detection and anti-fraud, as well as where to go for the May Day holiday. Criminal detection and anti-fraud didnt interest Xia Qingqing. But the May Day holiday Xia Qingqing looked at Lin Chuan, then at Shen Qianqian, and asked with interest, Do you have any plans to go somewhere? Im thinking of going to Yundian, Shen Qianqian replied with a smile. Xia Qingqing looked at Lin Chuan with suspicion, Comrade Lin Chuan, what about you? Lin Chuans lips twitched, I didnt create any trouble. What about you, Qingqing? Shen Qianqian asked. Xia Qingqing pursed her lips and blinked, Actually, I also want to go to Yundian. Hiss! Lin Chuans eyes lit up, and he took a deep breath, Great, the two of you can keep each other company, you can go together. Ill stay in Anling. No way. No way. Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqian said in unison. Lin Chuan was stunned, ???? How did you two end up on the same side? Well, what I mean is, its dangerous for two girls to travel together, especially to a place near the border, Shen Qianqian nodded, as if trying to convince herself. Lin Chuan, ???? Officer Shen, have you forgotten youre a criminal police officer? At the roadside stall last time, you blew the head off a balloon with one shot, and you say youre afraid of danger? Criminals would run and hide at the sight of you two, trembling with fear. Right, its very dangerous, Xia Qingqing also nodded. Lin Chuans forehead showed two black lines, and he suggested, Uh, how about you explore around Anling instead? Ive already made travel plans, Xia Qingqing pouted. Er, Ive also made travel plans, Shen Qianqian muttered softly. Lin Chuan shook his head again, There are a lot of fraud gangs near the border. Youre an anti-fraud expert! You understand anti-fraud! Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing both said. Lin Chuan frowned secretly, his eyes looking at the two, pointing at himself with his finger, So should I go or not? Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqian exchanged glances, falling silent as they seemed to see through each others thoughts. But there was only one Lin Chuan. Who would he go with? Lin Chuan nonchalantly grabbed a shrimp, peeled it after making his choice, and tucked it into his mouth, focusing on eating his meal. Men are inherently not good at dealing with such tricky situations, even if they are revered as time management masters or ultimate challengers; they still end up being torn apart by such predicaments. So, Lin Chuan simply tossed this particularly thorny issue over to the two police beauties. Now, he was at peace. Seeing that the two of them kept silent for a long time, Lin Chuan poured two cups of jasmine tea, holding one in each hand and placing them in front of Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing. The true Master of Water Service. Suddenly, Xia Qingqing smiled radiantly, taking Shen Qianqians arm, Qianqian, lets go to Yundian together and make Lin Chuan carry our luggage, how about that? Shen Qianqians eyes, clear as autumn waters, sparkled, Thats a good idea. In that moment, the two seemed to have reached some sort of agreement. Lin Chuan, ???? How about it, Comrade Lin Chuan? Xia Qingqings eyes sparkled as she smiled. Lin Chuan asked begrudgingly, Can I not go? No! No! Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing said again in unison. Lin Chuans vision darkened, Didnt you say that I should find inspiration for my writing by going on a journey to write a better book? How did it turn into me being a luggage porter? The prettier the girl, the more deceitful! Just kidding. Xia Qingqing said with a bright smile, skillfully peeling a shrimp and placing it into Lin Chuans bowl. Shen Qianqians shrimp peeling skills were much less adept, clumsily managing one shrimp after much effort, which she then also placed in Lin Chuans bowl. Lin Chuan looked at the two of them, frowning. Come on, Comrade Lin Chuan, eat, why arent you eating? Xia Qingqing, more lively than Shen Qianqian, smiled as she watched Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan didnt know what medicine these two police flowers were selling in their gourds. But since the shrimp were peeled, it would be a waste not to eat them! So, he stuffed both shrimp into his mouth at once. Meanwhile, the little waiter who occasionally glanced at this table, wanting to join in on the drama, just stood there, stunned. Wow! Two stunningly beautiful sisters were peeling shrimp for this scumbag at the same time? Whats so great about this scumbag? Scumbag, scumbag, scumbag! The night breeze gently wafted, carrying the scent of riverbank moisture and vegetation around the corner of Riverside Cottage; the post-rain sky was exceptionally clear, and a few stars could be seen twinkling above. This dinner seemed to have resolved the troubling issues in Lin Chuans heart. Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqian chatted and laughed, discussing how to go to Yundian and which places to visit. Qingqing, Ill buy the plane tickets. Er, Ive already bought mine and Lin Chuans tickets, let me buy yours too. Sure, Ive already booked the hotel. Okay, youve booked the hotel, then Ill cancel the ones I booked earlier. Er Qianqian, prepare those essential tools, like the selfie stick, sun protection clothing, sunburn cream, and prepare a set for Comrade Lin Chuan too. Ive already prepared everything. Lin Chuan frowned as he listened on the side. It seems you two have prepared everything, and Ive become an NPC tool. Sigh As the night grew darker, it wasnt until nearly eleven oclock that the three of them left. Xia Qingqing lived in the same Qingxiu District as Riverside Cottage but she got into a Mercedes-Benz GLC with Shen Qianqian and they drove Lin Chuan to Happiness Community. Both police beauties sat in the drivers and passengers seats. Lin Chuan sat in the back seat. The Mercedes-Benz GLC followed the same route back and quickly arrived at the old city area. This place, unlike the bustling downtown area, had become quiet at this time of night, and the arrival of the Mercedes-Benz GLC was particularly noticeable. Lin Chuan got out of the car, waving, Goodbye. Good night, Xia Qingqing said with a smile from the passengers seat. Good night, Shen Qianqian also said with a smile. Lin Chuan watched as they drove away before he heaved a sigh of relief. He hadnt felt full from tonights dinner, having eaten only shrimp. He ate shrimp last night. He ate shrimp for lunch. And he still ate shrimp tonight. Peeling shrimp is certainly delicious, but since shrimp are cold in nature, one shouldnt eat too much; its easy to get a cold stomach. Lin Chuan turned around, ready to go upstairs. Suddenly, a voice came from behind, Chairman, youre finally back? Lin Chuan shuddered. Damn it all! I forgot about the Little Landlady! Chapter 97 - Chapter 97: Chapter 96 Just Escaped from the Factory? (Subscribe Please) Chapter 97: Chapter 96 Just Escaped from the Factory? (Subscribe Please) Happiness Community, deep into a night of tranquil silence. Little Landlady emerged from the dim light, looking alluring under the hazy moonlight. Little Landlady, you havent gone to bed yet? Lin Chuan said in surprise, his mouth breaking into a smile. Not yet. Little Landlady replied with a smile, her hands clasped behind her back. Her response was somewhat different from what Lin Chuan had expected. After the afternoon, she hadnt taken a nap or watched short videos; instead, she had been bustling about in the office building she owned in Qingxiu District, diligently working and contacting a renovation team to prepare for refurbishments. When it came to the development of her studio, Little Landlady always planned meticulously and acted decisively. Moreover, with plenty of money in her little treasury, there was no need to worry about cash flow problems. I was handling some things at the office building in Qingxiu District today, and I also prepared the materials required for registering the 720 Network Security Company, Little Landlady said, lifting her face slightly with a touch of pride. Lin Chuans brows raised slightly in surprise, Little Landlady, you spent the afternoon dealing with the companys affairs? Thats right. Little Landlady said with a smile, The studio is really taking off right now, and the police have entrusted us with network security services, so we have a lot of tasks to handle. Lin Chuan nodded. Then, he informed this diligent financial director about the anti-fraud app. An anti-fraud app, if this project is done well, it could be very influential! Little Landladys eyes shone even brighter. Lin Chuan agreed, Yes, the formal project launch is tomorrow. We will establish a special R&D task force with the Anti-Fraud Center and companies like Jintang, Copper Wall, and Galaxy. Then we wont have enough staff in our studio, Little Landlady said. Right, well need to hire more people. Okay, Ill draft a recruitment notice overnight tonight, Little Landlady said with a smile. Thanks for the hard work, financial director! said Lin Chuan with a chuckle. Is there anything else? Little Landlady blinked her eyes. As the financial director, and now also managing HR, the company is partly yours. You handle your own salary. Besides saying thanks for the hard work, what else can I offer? Lin Chuan said leisurely, a smile on his face. Little Landlady, pinching her skirt, lifted her brows and hummed, What about things outside of the company? Lin Chuans eyes darted around, and he vaguely replied, Then get some sleep earlier, dont stay up too late. Thats it? Little Landlady asked, her tone a mix of sweetness and feigned ferocity. Lin Chuan furrowed his brow, looked up at the sky as if deep in thought, and then said tentatively, Well, how about we sleep together? Sure! Little Landladys voice was crisp, like a sprite in the night, leaping into Lin Chuans ears. Then Ill go grab some gear. Lin Chuan turned to walk towards the little supermarket. Keep dreaming, Little Landlady huffed, a mysterious smile on her face. Too bad. Lin Chuan shook his head in feigned disappointment. What do you think about the team building trip to Yundian for May Day? Little Landlady asked. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and said frankly, Someone has invited me to Yundian already. Was it the two ladies from before? Yes, its just a plain trip for some fun and to get some inspiration, nothing else, Lin Chuan explained. ` You sure have a lot of admirers! Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin muttered before adding, Im coming too! Lin Chuans mouth twitched: Little Landlady, is that appropriate? Im the financial director at 720, whats wrong with joining the team-building? Little Landlady pouted her lips. But youre still a university student, right? Does Old Zhang agree with you going? What about your graduation thesis defense? Lin Chuan suddenly asked. Little Landlady was taken aback. Lin Chuan seized the opportunity to say, Wait until youve graduated, then our company can go team-building. It wont be late. By that time, I wont be a female college student anymore. Little Landlady said somberly, pursing her lips slightly and appearing somewhat aggrieved. Lin Chuan: ??? Little Landlady, youre really something else! Lets talk about it after you graduate. Lin Chuan, full of guilt, dropped a line and went straight upstairs, beating a hasty retreat. This Little Landlady, the things she says always lead to wild thoughts, way too intoxicating. Cant handle it, just cant handle it! Watching Lin Chuans fleeing figure, Little Landlady spat out, Wait till I graduate, Ill squeeze you dryugh, I mean Ill thoroughly exploit you! Night turned into day. Dawn replaced the dim streetlights on the side of the road, shining on the slightly concave stone pavement, the light enveloping this tranquil old district. Lin Chuan and Little Landlady were busy with their own affairs again. Little Landlady was responsible for registering the Network Security Company and also recruiting new employees. Lin Chuan, on the other hand, participated in the anti-fraud app project initiation ceremony and became the leader of the anti-fraud app special task force. Busy as bees. However, having experienced the development of fraud applications in the virtual life of a fraud salesman, the development of the anti-fraud app wasnt too difficult for Lin Chuan. Everything proceeded in an orderly fashion. Time flew by, and it was now the May Day holiday. May 1st. Lin Chuans new book All-In was released on schedule, confirmed as a participant in the nationwide writing competition co-hosted by the Anti-Fraud Center and Sunshine Film and Television. Not only Lin Chuan and Wang Zikai, but also authors like Handon with 10,000 Subscriptions, influential authors Tianya, Guihai, and others participated as well. On just May 1st alone, there were over 3000 anti-fraud themed novels released across the entire network, making for some fierce competition. Since the preliminary round of the anti-fraud writing competition ran from May 1st to May 31st, with the top 100 hottest novels and scripts advancing to the next final round of judging, participating authors all tacitly agreed to release their work on the 1st and finish on the 31st. Lin Chuan was no exception. At this time, Lin Chuan was already in a bed and breakfast in Yundian University, half-reclining in a comfortable rocking chair. On the night of April 30th, he flew from Anling to Yundian University overnight. As is well known, most economy class seats on airplanes arent very spacious and arent very comfortable, especially since Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing squeezed Lin Chuan into the middle seat of the three-row seating. Lin Chuan felt uneasy. Arriving at Dali airport and then checking into the bed and breakfast, it was already midnight. Now, the two policewomen were in the next room, and hadnt gotten up yet. Taking advantage of this moment, Lin Chuan started to market his All-In. Of course, his marketing techniques were relatively straightforward. Lin Chuan opened the Abide by Law, Everyones Responsibility QQ group, also known as the gathering place for outlaws, and sent a message, Bros, started a new book! He attached the link to All-In. ` Almost a month has passed since the release of Hacker Kingdom on April 2. Some criminals had already fallen into a book drought, hence, they were particularly longing for Lin Chuans new book. As soon as they saw Lin Chuan had released a new book, they immediately sprang into action. Brothers, Mr. Lin has published a new book! Let me check the link: All-In, with the tag autobiography, a story about misfortune in the fraudulent factory area? Damn! The suspect, Mr. Lin, is not even pretending anymore! Holy shit! The tag really says autobiography! Mr. Lin, show us your location; lets see if youre actually in China! Dont bother asking, hes definitely in an overseas factory area! Lin Chuan was amused by these criminals. The autobiography tag was set by editor Youyou to spice things up a bit. But suggesting he was in a foreign factory area was going too far. If your conscience is clear, you have nothing to fear! In China, Lin Chuan immediately posted his location in the group and added, Any brothers from Yundian University here? He didnt intend to send his location, but once he did, the group chat was inundated with question marks. Wait, Mr. Lin, youre in Yundian? Confirmed! Brothers in Yundian, dont make a sound, youll be targeted in a second, be careful of the fraud! Yundian is close to the factory area, Mr. Lin might be planning to sell us off like pigs, what an old trick. Lin Chuan immediately defended himself seriously: You bunch of criminals, you havent even read the book and youre accusing me of fraud. This book is for an anti-fraud writing competition, an anti-fraud novel! An anti-fraud novel? The criminals in the group were taken aback. Then they clicked on the link Lin Chuan posted, entering the Sailing Novel app to the All-In book page. Ten years ago, I entered the KK factory area. Ten years later, I finally escaped to freedom. There, there were no dreams of overnight riches, nor was there any extravagance like heaven on earth. On the contrary, it was hell, a prison, a den of iniquity. There, there were no people, only demons and pigs. Since it was the first day, Lin Chuan only released the first 15 chapters of All-In, a total of 30,000 words, as an appetizer. The readers finished them in no time. And they all @Lin Chuan in the group chat. Author, you call this an anti-fraud novel? This is clearly a fraud! Author, I escaped from the factory area myself, and its exactly like you described in your book, youre on point! Wait, brother above, for real? Im not lying to you, its exactly the same! I escaped by hiding inside a body bag. ????? You and the author should just turn yourselves in! Lin Chuan frowned as he read the message from the reader nicknamed Feng, thinking to himself, could it be possible? Once in jail, theres a chance of escape. But once youre in the factory area, as Wang Zikais novel title says, its Inescapable. There, even if youre lucky enough to escape the factory, once youre outside and discovered by the nearby residents, youll immediately be sold to another factory area. A regular piglet is worth 300,000. Even those with defects still have value. Behind many factory areas lies powerful armed forces, which is the most terrifying aspect, leading to a situation where the piglets have nowhere to turn to for help. Lin Chuan had a profound understanding of this when he experienced the virtual life of a fraud salesman. The piglets that escape are one in a million. After some thought, Lin Chuan @Feng, asking, In the factory area, were you fishing, bird hunting, or pig slaughtering? Feng replied quickly: Fishing. The rest of the group was left confused. What are fish, birds, and pigs? Is Mr. Lin exchanging secret codes with Feng? Ive confirmed it, these two are definitely escapees from the factory area. Feng soon messaged to explain: There are many different fraud schemes in the factory area, among which pig slaughtering, fish killing, and bird hunting are the most common. Pig slaughtering refers to romance and friendship frauds, where they often pose as Tall Rich Handsome or White Rich Beauties, developing romantic relationships through online dating, then luring them into online gambling and such. Fish killing involves fake online investment and financial management fraud, and bird hunting is the simplest, consisting of rebate scams through fake orders. Readers in the group listened quietly and couldnt help but ask. Feng, you really escaped from the factory area, huh? Damn! Youre as accurate as the author! You know too much about the factory area! Feng typed a message: The authors book is even more detailed, brothers who want to understand the factory area can take a look at his new book. Lin Chuans face darkened. This Feng could very likely be an escapee from the factory area! Jesus, what kind of readers do I have? Lin Chuan @Feng: You escaped from the factory area and came back to our side, you had to be interrogated, right? Feng replied: Yeah, I wasnt in the factory area for long, and after it was confirmed I hadnt committed any fraud or had any illegal income, I wasnt detained much. The group was abuzz with chatter. Feng, I thought you were role-playing, but youre serious! Youve been interrogated already, holy cow! Congratulations on your escape, a new life regained! Feng replied to each one: Thanks, brothers. Suddenly, The focus of the group swiveled back to Lin Chuan. Feng has turned himself in, author, your turn to confess! I believe you, you havent committed any serious offenses, youll be out soon! If youre being monitored, send a smiling emoji, and Ill call the police to rescue you immediately, and then you can enjoy your time in our local jail. Chapter 98 - Chapter 98: Chapter 97: How about we take down a fraud ring? (Please subscribe) Chapter 98: Chapter 97: How about we take down a fraud ring? (Please subscribe) In Yundian University, inside a guesthouse B&B. Lin Chuan was nestled in a comfortable rocking chair, watching the remarks of this group of unlawful elements, and couldnt help but sit up suddenly. It was as if a gravely ill person had shot up in shock! His fingers swiftly pressed the phones keyboard, typing out a long string of information. This story is purely fictional. Any resemblance to actual events or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental. Also, the author solemnly declares that he is cooperating with the police stationbeware of the green corpse of Handon! Youre all smearing my reputation in the group chat; every single one of you must subscribe fully to console my injured soul! Mr. Lin, compared to a full subscription, how about this? A reader with the nickname Old Bai sent a screenshot. The image displayed a reward notification. [You have rewarded All-In with an Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest*1, becoming the first Alliance Hierarch of All-In!] Lin Chuans eyes lit up, and a smile appeared on his face, This is strong! Super true fan! Old Bai asked again, Will the author still be in Dali tonight? Lin Chuan thought about Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqians travel plans and replied, Yes. Ill arrive in Dali tonight. Let me treat you to dinner, Old Bai sent another message. The unlawful elements in the group started to caution one another. Old Bai, dont go, Im afraid the author will sell you off as a piglet! Author, youve already taken his Alliance Leaders Treasure Chest, just spare him this time. Author, you dont want to be reported and end up in a cell, right? Unexpectedly, Old Bai replied, Dont worry, brothers. I have a masters degree from a 985 university. The author cant trick me with his little skills; Ill share my journey of online romance turning into reality. Lin Chuan typed out a question mark. Online romance turning into reality? Having spent quite some time in the virtual factory area and coming into contact with fraud-related stuff, he subconsciously linked online romance turning into reality with pig-butchering scam. Meanwhile, the reader Old Bai in the chat group had already started sharing with the group members. Old Bai, is your online romance reliable? Of course, it is. We agreed to meet on May 2, but I want to surprise her, so I plan to arrive in Dali the night before to get things ready. She asked to meet you? No, I asked her out. Weve already video chatted; shes pretty, considerate, and shes always wanted to go to Dali, saying its beautiful with fresh breezes, so I asked her to meet in Dali. Ss! Romantic! I read some guides online, and they say Dali is a great place for lovebirds; wait for my good news, brothers! Online love has its risks, so be cautious when you meet up in person. someone reminded. What risks? Shes just a frail girl, what could she possibly do to me? Old Bai retorted. Did you not pay attention to the pig-butchering scam conversation between the author and Feng? I know about that, but so far, she hasnt spent a penny of my money nor asked for any gifts. I think shes sincere, not a scammer. If I do run into a scam, Ill drag Mr. Lin down with me, haha! Lin Chuan watched the chat of these lawless elements in the group and shook his head. There indeed were people who escaped from the virtual factory area. There were also those heading to Dali for an online romance become reality. Nevertheless, the public safety of Dali was rather good; there shouldnt be any kidnapping or fraud. At that moment. Old Bai added Lin Chuan as a friend and sent a message: Author, Im preparing to fly to Dali now, Ill come find you tonight for some fun. Lin Chuan smiled, Sure. Well talk tonight, Old Bai replied. Lin Chuan nodded and then closed the group chat. 9:00. At the three-room inn, Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing were already up, each grooming and dressing themselves, looking beautiful as they appeared in the living room. Shen Qianqian wore a moon-white dress, her hair draped over her shoulders, exuding an ethereal charm, and she carried a small pink backpack with a little yellow duck hanging from it. Xia Qingqing chose a light pink chiffon blouse with khaki mermaid skirt, her short hair hanging down. She held a pair of sunglasses, with no additional decorations, embodying a pure and innocent charm. Lets get going, Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan dressed simply, in a loose T-shirt and washed denim jeans, with a pair of sneakers. If he put on sunglasses, he would have looked somewhat rakishly handsome. The three walked along the streets around Erhai Lake, attracting quite a few glances. However, once the girls started shopping, they became lively and energetic. Boys, on the other hand, would quickly become tired and worn out. Lin Chuan sat alone by the roadside, enjoying the unique atmosphere of Dali. The sky was a clear and bright blue adorned with a few clouds, refreshing breezes blowing, causing the waves of Erhai Lake to bloom like flowers. Seagulls flew past, emitting one or two crisp calls. Making money from writing indeed means one should get out more, Lin Chuan mused, resting his hands on the stone chair. Suddenly, a woman in eye-catching red clothes approached him. Handsome, are you alone? Are you interested in joining someone for a trip? she asked. Not interested. Lin Chuan shook his head. Traveling alone is so dull. Itd be much more interesting together, the woman said with a playful laugh. I have no money, Lin Chuan said bluntly. Im not after your money, she laughed. I have called the police! Lin Chuan said. No romance, no wonder youll be single for life! the woman cursed as she collided head-on with Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing, who were returning to find Lin Chuan. Sister, whos going to be single for life? Xia Qingqing asked with a smile. Him! The woman pointed at Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan helplessly waved his hands. Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqian sat down beside Lin Chuan, blinked their eyes, and looked at the woman. The woman, seeing Lin Chuan with a beauty on each side, huffed in frustration and walked away, having been made a fool of herself. At that moment, the two policewomen moved away from Lin Chuans side. Shen Qianqian teased, Writer Lin, you have quite the charm. It didnt take long for a woman to hit on you. Lin Chuan shook his head helplessly, That woman was a scam artist. Out of professional habit, the two policewomen immediately looked in the direction the woman had left, ready to take her to the local police station. How could you tell she was a scam artist? Xia Qingqing asked curiously. She hit on me! Do you have the Fiery Eyes and Golden Pupils like the Great Sage Equalling Heaven, that you could see it? Xia Qingqing was slightly taken aback. Have you ever heard of travel fraud? Lin Chuan asked. Both of them shook their heads. Lin Chuan explained, This kind of fraud is hard to guard against. She uses her beauty to strike up conversations with single people, suggesting they travel together as if by chance, but in reality, its a scam. Like bar scams or food scams? Shen Qianqian asked. Lin Chuan nodded. If she were enticing them to spend money, that would just be a monetary issue, but if she had ulterior motives, then its not just about the money. In the Professional Scams skill, Lin Chuan knew how to trick people into the factory area. Encounters like this during travel could be external operatives for the factory area, specifically targeting and deceiving people into going there. So, Lin Chuan was extra careful. Surely he wouldnt end up in the factory area and become big and strong there, right? That was too dreadful to contemplate! Im a criminal police officer, and even I dont know as much as you do, Shen Qianqian said with a smile and a light scolding. Lin Chuan laughed, Im a writer, I do a lot of research. Its only reasonable that I know a little bit about fraud, isnt it? Next time Ill lock you in a dark room and interrogate you thoroughly to see how many secrets you still have. The two police beauties laughed, their smiles as bright as blooming flowers. Modu. A soft light filtered through the linen curtains, spilling onto the white floor tiles of the room where Youyou, wearing a pink chiffon nightgown and barefoot, stepped into the sunlight and brought over a bowl of nourishing porridge to the computer desk. Youyou had no travel plans for the May Day holiday. Asking Lin Chuan if he was in Anling and then coincidentally passing by Anling was the strategy given to her by the editor-in-chief Ming Yue, flexible for any situation. Hence, she stayed in her room, deliberating over this anti-fraud writing competition. After all, her top general in writing C Lin Chuan C was participating in this competition. On the Anti-Fraud Centers webpage, one could see the reading index rankings of all the anti-fraud writing submissions. The reading index was a composite of user clicks, reading duration, and levels of engagement, among other data. Youyou was interested in the novels category. Currently, at the start of the preliminary round, none of the novels had high popularity values. Those in the lead were powerhouse authors from various novel platforms who brought their own followings. For instance, big-name authors from Sailing Novel like Tianya and Guihai, as well as the ten-thousand-order author Handon, all ranked in the top ten. The ranking for Lin Chuans All-In wasnt low either. It was currently at 16th place. However, Youyou knew that this ranking could change at any time; maintaining a high popularity value was essential to come out on top in the end. Besides solid content, another way to sustain popularity was marketing tactics. Youyou scooped up a spoonful of the nourishing porridge and put it into her mouth while her other hand clicked the mouse to start reading other peoples novels. She wasnt much familiar with fraud and anti-fraud efforts, so she could only support Lin Chuan in this way. Of course, she and Lin Chuan were on the same team. They would share in both glory and adversity. Thats when her computer suddenly popped up a push notification for a fast-trending video. [Mistakenly swept into the Mekong in youth, a body wrapped in a sack drifts past nations, Ming tells you a true autobiographical tale of being tricked into a factory area.] Youyous hand holding the spoonful of porridge paused as her other hand immediately clicked to enter. The fast-trending video opened in the PC client, showing a video. The videos uploader was named Ming. In the center of the video page, a man in blue clothing sat, his face hidden. Above the video were several eye-catching words. The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area Novel adapted from a true story. Author: Ming. The video did not yet have a high number of views. Youyous left hand put down the spoon, her slender fingers pressing Alt+Tab on the keyboard to switch back to the reading index ranking on the Anti-Fraud Centers webpage. Her right hand scrolled the mouse wheel, pulling it downward. Indeed. Ranked 21st, The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area by Ming. Also a novel participating in the anti-fraud writing competition. Youyou switched back to the fast-trending videos on her computer, wanting to see how Ming told his autobiographical story. In the video. Ming, in blue, sat down without showing his face, and his voice was altered. I hope that everyone who sees this video will not have the same experience as me. Also, I wrote this novel to fight against fraud and to promote awareness of anti-fraud. Do not be easily swayed by those false promises of high salaries and tens of thousands a month for easy work. And definitely do not cross borders without due caution. Because you never know what will happen to you. Now, I will use my own experiences to tell you how I was deceived into going to a factory area and how I narrowly escaped death and returned to my country. Despite the voice alteration, Youyou could tell that his voice was very serious and empathetic. And within his narration, the details were very clear. Youyou slightly furrowed her brows. Had he genuinely been to the factory area and engaged in online fraud activities? No, it could be a tactic to drive traffic. His book was already part of the anti-fraud writing competition, right when it needed a publicity drive to draw attention to the novel. This video seemed poised to go viral. Youyou made her first judgment. As it turned out, she was correct; in just one hour, the video garnered two hundred thousand views. Besides, Youyou noticed another video. About the ten-thousand-order author Handon. Observer News release: A well-known writer from Sailing Novel, Handon, was scammed out of three million and furiously turned his personal experience into a novel, with the sole wish of a world without fraud. Youyous brow furrowed once more. Handons work: A World Without Fraud. One video after another related to anti-fraud novels popped up on fast-trending video, making anti-fraud the hottest topic overnight. As time went by, with the creation of discussion points and video marketing, the novels started to climb rapidly to the top rankings. By noon, Lin Chuans rank had dropped from the initial 16th place to 52nd. Youyous expressive eyebrows knitted together, her hands rubbing her head, thinking of how to create even more explosive, more popular content than those videos for Lin Chuan. What if we take down a fraud gang? Chapter 99 - Chapter 99: Chapter 98 Defamation! Blatant Defamation! Chapter 99: Chapter 98 Defamation! Blatant Defamation! Soon enough. Youyou was once again amused by her own nonsensical idea. Crazily enough, just escaping from a fraud gang was enough to shock everyone and gather a large following, not to mention actually taking down such a gang. How could an ordinary person possibly bring down a fraud gang? Besides, the risks involved were very high. Youyou really didnt want Lin Chuan to take such risks. Better not. The soft light filtered through the curtains, casting a peaceful and beautiful glow on Youyous fair, snow-like face. As Youyou watched Lin Chuans ranking continue to fall, a thoughtful expression appeared on her small face, As an excellent editor, I need to think of a way to help my treasure. Yes, Youyou valued this anti-fraud writing campaign very much. And Lin Chuan was not only the Platinum Certifier she was focusing on developing but also a seed contestant in this event vying for the top spots in the submissions. If he couldnt win a few substantial prizes, the Platinum Certifier position would be far out of reach. Authors like Tianya and Guihai, influential authors in their own right, were competing alongside thousands of other writers, all aiming to nab the prestigious award and add a flashy highlight to their writing resumes, werent they? After much consideration, Youyou decided to first promote it through the usual route of live video streaming. Last time, When blogger Su Qianqian live-streamed the promotion of This Assassin Is Too Professional, it had brought in quite a lot of traffic conversion for Lin Chuan. Having made up her mind, Youyou immediately contacted Su Qianqian. Su Qianqian often collaborated with Sailing Novel, so it wasnt difficult for Youyou to get in touch. Hello Qianqian, this is Youyou, editor from Sailing Novel. Hello Youyou. I have a book here that I hope you can promote through your live stream. How can we collaborate? Youyou asked. Su Qianqian replied, Which book is it? All-In. Youyou sent over the title of Lin Chuans work. In a little while, Su Qianqian replied again, No problem, I just happen to have a live stream tonight, and I can promote this book. That would be great. A pleasant surprise appeared on Youyous face, who then asked, How much will the charge be? No charge. Su Qianqian replied. /Puzzled.jpg. A look of surprise crossed Youyous pretty face. Free promotion? Usually, when reaching out to bloggers for book promotion, they would charge a fee, ranging from a few hundreds to thousands. For a blogger with a million followers like Su Qianqian, who had a relatively high reader conversion rate, the prices usually started in the four figures. This was one way for promotion bloggers to monetize their traffic. Everyone was in it for the profits, bustle and hustle for the sake of gains. Earning a living, no fault in that. On the other side of the internet, Su Qianqian explained, I really liked his previous book This Assassin Is Too Professional; Ive read it twice. Su Qianqian seldom accepted commercial deals. Most of the time, she would recommend books she herself liked to her followers. Like The Shining, Human Bone Puzzle, Moment of Burial, and so on. Sometimes, when she had no books to recommend, she would watch horror and thriller movies with her followers, often leaving them shivering with fear. Youyou muttered with a laugh, Lin Chuan, youre quite something, huh? Even a big blogger with a million followers is your fan. Afterward. She replied to Su Qianqian, Thats perfect then, this time hes writing with an anti-fraud theme, but the perspective is a bit different. It begins with the narrative from the viewpoint of a fraud salesman in the factory area, and there will be some rather bloody scenes. I wonder if you can handle that? Totally OK! Su Qianqians eyes lit up as she thought to herself, this is exactly what Im looking for! Six oclock in the evening. On the fast-shake live broadcast, Su Qianqian started her stream. The background of the live broadcast room was the familiar study, filled with the aroma of books. Su Qianqian wore a simple light green gauze shirt, her soft black hair casually tied into a ponytail, her oval face and fair skin radiated with vivacity and purity. As she sat there quietly, the charm of a Jiangnan water town seemed to naturally emerge. Su Qianqian had begun her broadcast. The live broadcast room quickly filled with fans. Most viewers were not there for the content of the broadcast, but for Su Qianqians beauty. [Qianqian, youre a bit weird today, weirdly cute.] [Qianqian my wife, I went for an infusion last night, do you know what kind of infusion it was? A night missing you.] [Its been three years since we last met.] Su Qianqian smiled and replied, Didnt I just do a broadcast yesterday? How has it been three years? The audience immediately responded [A day apart feels like three autumns.] Su Qianqian chuckled and said with a pursed smile, If you used these lines on girls, you would have won their hearts a long time ago. [How could that be? You are the only one willing to listen. The last time I said this to a girl, she slapped me across the face and called me a dirt dog.] [Thats right, not gentle at all. I still prefer someone like Qianqian, intellectual and gentle.] [One glance at Qianqian, and Im lost for life!] Su Qianqian straightened her hair, her smile brimming with warmth. After some routine interaction with her audience in the live broadcast room, she moved on to the book reading segment of her stream. Live book reading was a rarity in streaming. Because it just seemed dull and flavorless, and it could easily lead to viewer fatigue. But with Su Qianqian, there was a unique charm. This lilac from the Jiangnan water town, when she read novels or watched videos, could startle the viewers into wanting to smash their computer screens. Yet she remained unmoved, smiling gently, believing it could be even more terrifying. The contrast effect was maxed out! The live broadcast was scoring full marks! [Qianqian, what book are you recommending today?] [I want to see the top-ranked brother, carrying a train through the night.] [Im the top rank, I cant possibly carry a train. Qianqian, dont be afraid, Im not afraid.] [Nonsense, werent you the one who fainted in the bathroom last time?] [Slander, pure slander! I, a brave grown man, am here to protect Qianqian.] Su Qianqian smiled and got to the point, Today, were going to read a book by an old friend. [An old friend Qianqian, dont scare me!] [Qianqian my wife, now that you mention an old friend, Im really scared. Can I watch the book in your arms?] [I am your loyal fan, you have to take responsibility if I get scared!] [You guys have shaken all your abacus beads onto my face!] ` [What old friend?] [] Su Qianqian took out her phone, opened the Sailing Novel app with a smile, and said, Do you guys still remember This Assassin Is Too Professional?] [Assassin, professional?] [Wow! After I finished that book, I couldnt eat for a week!] [When I do the killing ah spit, I mean when I kill chickens, I do it very cleanly!] [Is the suspected criminal Mr. Lin writing a new book?] [So thrilling! I admit Im excited!] Su Qianqian continued, This time, hes brought a scams-themed novel called All-In for the Anti-Fraud writing competition. Then, Su Qianqian and the novel page of All-In appeared on the live broadcast screen, side by side. Ten years ago, I entered the KK factory area. Ten years later, I finally escaped to see the sky again. There, there were no dreams of overnight wealth, nor were there any visions of paradise on earth. On the contrary, it was hell, a cage, a gathering place for sin. The audience followed Su Qianqians reading progress and together stepped into the novel world of All-In. The content of chapter 15 was not much. Just 20 minutes passed, and they had already reached the latest chapter. [Thats it? The authors writing is too short, right?] [I wanted to see how he would scam that fish!] [Qianqian my wife, are you sure this is an anti-fraud novel, why do I feel like its the authors autobiography?] [Agree with the brother above!] [First-person narrative + Fraud Salesmans perspective + Autobiography, why do I feel like this is Mings book?] [Which one is Mings book?] [The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area.] At this moment. The author Ming was also live streaming on the Kuai Dou video platform. The video he posted today for attracting viewers had already reached 2 million views. Therefore, he decided to go live. Typing while answering readers questions, he sought to maintain the popularity. In Mings live broadcast room, the real online viewer count: 4000+. [Author, is your book The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area really your autobiography?] [That book is so realistic!] [Author, how did you return to the country?] [Author, youre awesome, I feel like Im the one scammed in the story.] [Author, please update, I cant sleep at night.] [Love it! The author goes deep into the fray, a tough cookie!] [Your depiction of fraud is so real, author, should I call the police?] Ming, wearing a black T-shirt and using face effects, laughed, Thanks for the support, brothers. Ive published some of these scam cases before, all based on real events. I hope you can take them as a warning to avoid making my mistakes and avoid being scammed.] [Just for what the author said, I have to give a good review!] [Author, wont your book get banned for writing like this?] [If this gets reported, wouldnt it be 404d?] [I dont think so, I just saw a similar one next door.] [Similar?] [Yes, its called All-In, also written in first-person about being tricked into the factory area to scam, very realistic and immersive to read.] The viewers in Mings live broadcast room were taken aback. Another scam salesman who escaped from the factory area? Suddenly. The viewers became curious and flocked into Lin Chuans All-In to skim through it. The more they saw, the more similar it seemed. The beginnings of the two novels were the same, being scammed into the factory area, witnessing the boss beating the escapee, warning the newcomers] [Isnt this too similar?] [I strongly suspect that Lin is also someone who ran out of the scams factory area!] [Both escaping from the scam factory area, both starting to write novels, could it be such a coincidence?] [What does the brother above mean?] [Take a look at the novels written by author Lin.] [Swindler, This Assassin Is Too Professional, Hacker Kingdom, All-In, his earlier works had pretty good results, whats up with them?] [Just look at the timing of their release. Four books from March to now, totaling up to four million words!] [Another doubt is the wide range of professions: swindler + assassin + hacker + fraud salesman, doesnt he need to do research?] [Geez, what are you trying to imply?] [This is a clear case of plagiarism!] [Ah! Lin and Ming published on the same day, it would be pretty hard to plagiarize, right?] [You underestimate the plagiarism monster, Ming just said he had previously published some related cases.] [No, no, you can say All-In is plagiarized, theres a basis for plagiarism there, but what about Lins earlier books, which are they plagiarizing?] [Well, I dont know about that, only the plagiarist himself knows.] [Spreading rumors just like that, huh???] In the live broadcast room, rumor-mongers quickly appeared, and some even went to the Anti-Fraud Center website and clicked the report button. Logic? In the virtual world of the internet, one can see the diversity of species, and they, they dont need logic at all! Just blurt it out! Behind the scenes, there might be a hidden hand at play. Dont spread rumors! Everything must be based on evidence! Youyou the editor was also in the live broadcast room, fingers on the keyboard, rapidly typing rebuttals, but they were quickly drowned in the vast sea of comments. Theres a suspicion of plagiarism. Even the word suspicion has a powerful destructive force. Most passersby who eat melons wont see the follow-up clarifications, theyll just remember, this author is like some kind of plagiarist. An earnest author, willing to accept criticisms like poor writing, messy plot, brain-dead character design, and the like. But the one thing he cannot accept is the word plagiarism. Plagiarism is the biggest defamation you can give an earnest author. Defamation! Bare-faced defamation! Chapter 100 - Chapter 100: Chapter 99 How Could I Be Deceived? (Please Subscribe) Chapter 100: Chapter 99 How Could I Be Deceived? (Please Subscribe) Spreading rumors of Lin Chuans plagiarism would not only stigmatize Lin Chuan, but also have a significant impact on the novel All-In thats currently participating in the anti-fraud essay event. All fiction websites have to consider one important aspect. Public opinion. The anti-fraud essay event is no exception. If a work receives too much negative publicity and reports, it could face the risk of being taken down or blocked. Youyou, sorry, I didnt expect things to turn out this way, I have made clarifications for the author in the livestream, but the effect might be minimal, Su Qianqian, who was engaged in her livestream, saw the audiences reactions and sent Youyou two messages. She felt somewhat apologetic. Her intention was to promote Lin Chuans new book, but things had taken an entirely unforeseen turn. Its probably someone jealous, deliberately stirring things up, Ill find a way to deal with it. Dont feel guilty, Youyou thought for a moment and replied. As an editor, she naturally knew that the online literature circle was also a martial world. Interests were what martial world characters fought over. Leaving aside the competition for the status of Heavenly King and Influent Author, just for a recommendation spot or a place on the charts, many authors would exhaust their wits and employ various tactics, competing openly and secretly. Whether by rolling up their sleeves, by refreshing or by reporting their competitors. The gossip on Dragon Kong Forum was countless. Half an hour later. Sailing Novels chief editor, Zhang Yixing, called Youyou: Youyou, whats going on with the book All In? Why has it suddenly received so many reports? These rumormongers and blind followers had not only reported it on the Anti-Fraud Centers website but also on the Sailing Novel APP. The review process quickly provided feedback to chief editor Zhang Yixing. Last time, Hacker Kingdom had a huge success abroad, and it also reached ten thousand orders domestically. Therefore, chief editor Zhang Yixing was particularly concerned about Lin Chuans new book All In. Receiving so many reports all at once made him particularly puzzled. Youyou answered the call and fed back the whole process to chief editor Zhang Yixing. You can rest assured, chief editor. Lin Chuan would absolutely not plagiarize. I guarantee this with my year-end bonus, Youyou said earnestly and firmly. Year-end bonus, umm Zhang Yixing considered it and then reminded her, This could be a big or small issue, but we must still pay attention to the public opinion. After all, Lin Chuan is our ten-thousand-order author. Participating in the anti-fraud essay event means he represents the face of our Sailing Novel. After hanging up. Youyou took a deep breath, thinking about how to vindicate Lin Chuan. It seemed that smashing a fraud ring had become a very compelling way to do so. In Dali, at the Chance Encounter Bar. Lin Chuan sat in front of the bar and ordered a Long Island Iced Tea. At this moment, he was unaware that his new book had just been released and had already been caught up in a plagiarism scandal. During the day, Lin Chuan, along with Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing, had toured Erhai Lake, the Ancient City, and some other minor scenic spots, strolling and eating as they went. The two policewomen were having a great time. It was a rare outing for Lin Chuan as well, and he was in very high spirits. Back when his books flopped, not to mention traveling to Yundian, even going downstairs to the Little Landladys supermarket required him to check his pockets. Now, he could freely experience Yundians scenery. It must be said. The scenery in Dali, Yundian, was indeed very nice. Along the coastline around Erhai Lake, one could enjoy the deep blue and clear sky, the azure sea, the refreshing breeze, the babbling Mandarin Duck Creek, and the ancient architecture with unique characteristics. When night fell. The lights were lit, and neon signs flickered. Lin Chuan and his reader Old Bai had agreed to meet at the Chance Encounter Bar. The two policewomen sat in a nearby booth, listening to the bars resident singer perform folk songs, while browsing photos from their day trip. Old Bai, where are you? Lin Chuan sent a message to his reader Old Bai. Im already at the door, Old Bai replied instantly, and attached a photo of the entrance to the Chance Encounter Bar. Straight away. A young man with slicked-back hair approached Lin Chuan, displaying a bright, white smile, and sat down beside him: Mr. Lin, Im Old Bai. Lin Chuan turned to look: Old Bai, you have a pretty good eye for people, huh? Im just homing in on the suspect, I knew it was you as soon as I entered the door, Old Bai laughed heartily, then changed the subject, Just kidding, didnt expect you to be quite handsome. Old Bai and Lin Chuan often chatted casually in the group, so they were quite familiar with each other. Lin Chuan laughed heartily and joked back, Your later compliment was a bit delayed; just that first sentence almost unleashed my 40-meter broadsword. Haha Old Bai laughed, ordered a Gin Tonic, another classic cocktail. Old Bai, have you met your online girlfriend yet? Lin Chuan asked with a smile. Not yet, Old Bai shook his head. Ive arranged to meet her tomorrow morning in the Ancient City. Online dating has its risks; meeting up in person should be approached with caution. Lin Chuan took a sip of his Long Island Iced Tea and offered a word of caution. Old Bai just chuckled, Mr. Lin, youre overthinking it. Im fully prepared; I wont be fooled. How so? Lin Chuan smiled. Thats when Old Bai took out his phone, opened his gallery, and showed Lin Chuan a photo of a beautiful girl: Mr. Lin, take a look. This is her real-life photo. She is indeed pretty, Lin Chuan praised after glancing at the photo. Obviously, Old Bai squeezed his eyebrow, laughing, We video chat often; she looks even better in the videos than she does in the photos. Youre the alliance hierarch of my new book, so I still want to remind you; with advanced AI synthesis technology these days, its always better to be extra vigilant, Lin Chuan chuckled and said. Old Lin, rest assured, the hotel was booked by me, and I planned the travel route as well; there shouldnt be any problems, Old Bai said with a smile. Well, to your successful meet-up, cheers. Lin Chuan raised his Long Island iced tea and clinked glasses with Old Bai. After taking a sip of Gin Tonic, Old Bai patted Lin Chuan on the shoulder, Old Lin, looking at you like this, you dont have a girlfriend yet, do you? Lin Chuan was taken aback, No, whats up? Do you want me to give you a couple of tips so that you can also experience an online romance, meet up and, you know, shed your single status? Old Bai raised his eyebrows, a smile spreading across his face. Lin Chuan shook his head with a smile: I dont do online dating. Its not easy to encounter one or two beautiful ladies in reality, so youve got to cast your net wide. Old Lin, as a writer with no social engagements, if you dont go for an online meet-up, youre destined to stay single, Old Bai earnestly advised. That shouldnt be the case right? Lin Chuan laughed heartily. Old Lin, heed advice and youll benefit from it, Old Bai chuckled. Lin Chuan! Suddenly, a soft voice called out, and Shen Qianqian waved to Lin Chuan. Old Bai was taken aback, Old Lin, is she calling you? Yeah, excuse me for a moment, Lin Chuan nodded and said with a smile. Old Bais face darkened, thinking to himself, well played Mr. Lin, with such a beautiful girl beside you, and youre still single? How does this group photo look? I have a group photo here too, do you like it? Xia Qingqing and Shen Qianqian, both holding group photos, surrounded Lin Chuan from the middle. Old Bais face was green with envy, feeling uncomfortable all over, thinking to himself, well played Old Lin, wait until my girlfriend and I meet up, then Ill have to show off in front of you too. Tomorrow, tomorrow Ill have my meet-up! Old Lin, just you wait! The competition between men doesnt have to be that sophisticated; a simple I concede to your prowess is already enough. The night deepened, and the trio returned to their homestay. Huddled in the living room, they started a casual chat. Comrade Lin Chuan, was that young man in the bar one of your readers? Shen Qianqian half-leaned on Xia Qingqings shoulder, her face covered in a mask. Not just a reader, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Is he a close male friend? Xia Qingqing, also wearing a mask, giggled softly. Lin Chuan sat by the window in the living room, the breeze from Erhai Lake blowing in, his face turning pale: Thats the Alliance Hierarch, a super true fan! A level higher than a full subscription? asked Shen Qianqian with curiosity. Readers shouldnt be classified by rank but unfortunately for most authors like me, who havent made much money, when we receive a tip, naturally, we get excited. Lin Chuan laughed. That was indeed what he thought in his heart. Readers are just ordinary people; to be willing to spend money on reading his novels and support the legitimate version is already precious. Even if some unsubscribe, its understandable because many readers also find it hard to earn money. Lin Chuan was grateful for both full subscriptions and tips. So, when Old Bai happened to come to Dali too, Lin Chuan happily agreed to meet up. Is that young man from Dali? Shen Qianqian occasionally popped out one or two questions. Lin Chuan replied with a smile, No, he came to Dali to meet up. To meet up? Xia and Shen both sat up from the couch, all curious like gossipmongers. Lin Chuan then repeated Old Bais words. Online dating meet-ups, a hotbed for fraud, Xia Qingqing, as a cyber police officer, often dealt with investigating such cases. Like tracking the money involved in online romance fraud and pinpointing IP addresses. The amounts involved in the frauds were also significant, ranging from tens of thousands to even millions. Lin Chuan said with a smile, Thats true, but Old Bai will meet up tomorrow. He even said hed bring her to meet us, and I told Old Bai to be extra careful and to text us or call the police if anything unexpected happens. Thats good then. Xia Qingqing nodded her head and lay back down to apply her facial mask, checking the travel guides she had made on her phone. Comrade Lin Chuan, tomorrow well continue to stay in Dali, but its the peak season for tourism right now, and its too crowded. The day after tomorrow, lets go somewhere with fewer people, Lincang, Shen Qianqian suggested. Shen Qianqian chimed in, The scenery in Lincang is also great, with relatively fewer people, so its more suitable for you to gather material and inspiration. Lin Chuan chuckled, I have no problem, Ill follow the two officers arrangements. The night faded away into the cool evening breeze. The morning sunlight, having circled the Earth once more, appeared again over the lands of Dali in Yundian, casting a warm light that highlighted Dalis unique charm. The next day, Lin Chuan continued to tour Dali with Shen and Xia. Old Bai and his online girlfriend had a successful meet-up, but since his girlfriend was rather shy, Old Bai opted to cancel another meeting with Lin Chuan. However, he did send Lin Chuan a photo; in the picture were him and his girlfriend together. Isnt she pretty? Indeed, very pretty. /Big_thumb.jpg, Lin Chuan replied. Hehe, mission accomplished in showing off! Old Bai was obviously very satisfied. The Yundian Dali trip came to a quiet end. On May 3rd, Lin Chuan and the party headed to Lincang, a relatively less-known tourist destination in Yundian. But shortly after arriving in Lincang, Lin Chuan received a strange message. The message was from Old Bai. Chapter 101 - Chapter 101: Chapter 100 I’ll go myself! Chapter 101: Chapter 100 Ill go myself! May 3rd. A refreshing and warm breeze swept over the jade-like Erhai Lake, passing through the buildings of Dali Ancient Town before heading towards Lincang. Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian, and Xia Qingqing, dragging their simple suitcases, boarded the high-speed train from DaliLincang, a journey of about 2 hours. Lincang, located in the southwestern part of Yundian, lies between the Lancang River and the Nu River. To its southwest, it borders the Myanmar area and serves as a small border town adjacent to Myanmar. Compared to the widely known Yundian tourist cities like Dali and Li River, Lincang is much more niche. It was right in the middle of the May Day holiday, peak tourism season. As for tourism? The location wasnt as important, for, aside from the scenery on the road, there are the people beside you and the open heart within. Compared to the latter two, the importance of the former was self-evident. Therefore, Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing had done their travel homework meticulously, picking out this quiet and peaceful small city from the plethora of scenic spots. Taking a stroll in this small border town in Yundian, enjoying the breeze, the laughter, and the chatthat was the very definition of a pleasant holiday. The Wa ethnicity has a rich culture here; Ive heard their food is pretty good. Starlight Night Market is worth visiting, lots of delicious food there. We could also try on Wa ethnic clothes, Qianqian, youd look stunning in them. Qingqing, lets try them on together. Lets get Comrade Lin Chuan to try them as well, hes tall and has a good build. Hes going to get vain. Once they got off the high-speed train. Lin Chuan, with one hand pulling his suitcase and the other pushing his sunglasses up, tilted his head 45 degrees to look at the sky, his clean face looking somewhat handsome under the bright sunlight. Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing walked arm in arm, murmuring excitedly about their sightseeing plans, the atmosphere very harmonious. After checking into their hotel, the three of them casually strolled along the streets of Lincang. In the afternoon, they walked down an unnamed street, paved with pebbles. The smooth stone slabs, reflecting the shadows of green leaves and fragments of light, swayed in the breeze. The occasional sound of a car horn wasnt disturbing at all. Lincang was indeed as they had imagined. The scenery was pleasant, the sky was blue, the clouds were light, and even the wind was quiet. Dingdong Lin Chuans phone rang. [Mr. Lin, its all because of you!] A message from Old Bai. Hmm? Lin Chuan suddenly stopped in his tracks, staring at the message on his phone, his brow furrowing as he muttered to himself, Mr. Lin its all because of me? For some reason, Lin Chuan felt oddly perturbed by this message, a sense of foreboding welling up inside him. After hesitating for a moment, he replied to Old Bais message. Am I handsome? But there was no reply. Comrade Lin Chuan, whats wrong? Under the shades of green, Xia Qingqing, who was walking in front of him on the street, noticed Lin Chuan had fallen behind a good distance. Shen Qianqian also turned around and saw Lin Chuan standing still with his phone in hand, his brows tightly knitted, she asked, Comrade Lin Chuan, is something the matter? Lin Chuan took a deep breath, his expression darkening slightly, I think well have to postpone todays schedule. What happened? The two policewomen looked puzzled and quickly walked toward Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan showed them his phone, and Old Bais message caught their eyes. Mr. Lin, its all because of you What does this mean? Shen Qianqian read out loud, her pretty face showing a hint of confusion. Xia Qingqing also slightly furrowed her brow, What does this mean? Suddenly! The two officers looked at each other, a look of realization dawning on their faces, Criminal suspect! Mr. Lin = Criminal suspect. Then, Mr. Lin, its all because of you could mean Mr. Lin, youre entirely made up of criminal suspects? Was he experiencing trouble with lawbreakers? This was a high possibility! Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing were police officers with keen insight and quickly surmised the potential message being conveyed. Thus, it was highly likely that this was a call for help. Lin Chuan had quickly replied with a messageAm I handsome? This message wasnt a self-flattering remark; although it seemed like a typical response among friends, it was actually Lin Chuans way of testing Old Bai, to confirm his own suspicion. However, Old Bai remained silent, not replying at all. This made the three of them look quite grave. Old Bai has been catfished and is really in trouble? As a Cyber Police officer, Xia Qingqing had encountered more online dating frauds and thus ventured a guess. Its possible, Shen Qianqian nodded in agreement. However, based solely on that one message, Lin Chuan and the others couldnt confirm if Old Bai was indeed in danger. At that moment. Lin Chuans mind raced, and after a moment of contemplation, he said, I need a computer. Theres one! Shen Qianqian looked around and pointed towards a mobile phone store by the side of the street. Lin Chuan crossed the street directly and entered the store, Hello, I need to use a computer. The owner of the phone store was a middle-aged man, sitting leisurely in a rocking chair at the entrance, his round belly exposed, comfortably fanning himself with a palm fan. He, hearing Lin Chuans request for a computer, didnt ask for any details but responded with an enthusiastic smile, Young man, you can use the one in the back as you please! Thanks. Lin Chuan, without further ado, upon getting permission, immediately booted up the computer. The first thing he needed to do was straightforward. Pinpoint Old Bais location. For a top-tier hacker, locating someone wasnt difficult. Determining someones phone location usually relies on GPS, WiFi signals, cell tower information, and can also be achieved through remote phone control, social media location sharing, and specialized tracking software. Lin Chuan sat in front of the computer, his hands poised above the keyboard. The method he used was IP address localization combined with cell base station information, using both approaches simultaneously. Xia Qingqing, who stood behind Lin Chuan, frowned. She knew that Lin Chuans act of locating and tracking someone without their permission and without approval was illegal. However, the head of Anling Police Station, Zhang Biao, had instructed her before that any matters related to Lin Chuan could be directly reported to him. Xia Qingqing immediately made a call to Zhang Biao. Comrade Xia Qingqing, are you and Lin on vacation in Yundian, whats happened? Zhang Biao asked on the phone. Xia Qingqing nodded, Yes, theres a special situation I need to report to you. Zhang Biao was startled and sat up straight from where he was half-lying reading a novel, asking anxiously, Comrade Lin Chuan isnt in trouble, is he? Lin Chuan is fine, Xia Qingqing answered. Zhang Biao sighed with relief and continued, What special situation have you encountered? Xia Qingqing quickly explained and then requested, Lin Chuans friend might have encountered a criminal, were now in Lincang, Yundian, and Lin Chuan is trying to hack into the network to get relevant information, we need your approval. Approved! Zhang Biao replied immediately, Tell Lin to go ahead and do it, I will contact the cyber police department in Lincang City, Yundian, right away, and report immediately if needed. In front of the computer. Lin Chuan, having heard the conversation between Xia Qingqing and Zhang Biao, said, Thanks. No need to thank me, Old Bai is also a friend of mine, Xia Qingqing smiled, Even if he didnt have a connection with us, we couldnt just stand by. Comrade Lin Chuan, you go ahead without worry, well take care of the procedures for you, Shen Qianqian also spoke up. Lin Chuan nodded. Indeed, these two police comrades were very responsible. They would stand up for anyone in danger. Lin Chuans fingers rapidly tapped on the keyboard, the complex code causing Xia Qingqings eyes to blur. Before long. Lin Chuan locked down the cell base station information connected to Old Wangs phone: ********. Each cell base station has a uniform coding rule. Usually its: city code + network code + manufacturer code + in-building or private network code + base station number. Once the base station information was confirmed, the approximate location could be determined. Lin Chuan frowned, Its to the southwest of Lincang City, away from the city center, and its not a tourist spot. Away from the city center, and not a tourist spot? Both Shen and Xia were taken aback. By the sound of that, Old Bai was very likely in danger. There arent many IP connections to this cell base station, and just now, I hacked Old Bais phone. After sending me a message, he actively turned off the phone, which could be a dangerous signal, said Lin Chuan, based on the information he detected. If Old Bai were safe, it would have been improbable for him to turn off his phone after sending a regular message to Lin Chuan. Most people are in a state of phone always at hand and low battery anxiety. Even when using the restroom, theyd bring along their phone; without a phone to watch a couple of videos, staring at a bare wall could make them feel restless. Furthermore. Lin Chuan had rich experience working in factories. He was very familiar with the act of confiscating mobile phones and turning them off. Generally, the first thing to do with new captures or those who willingly walk in, was to confiscate their phones to prevent communication with the outside world. Lin Chuan was unclear whether Old Bai had encountered a fraud gang, but his current situation didnt bode well. Upon hearing this, Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing exchanged a glance: Call the police. Lin Chuan nodded. Shen Qianqian was decisive and immediately dialed the emergency number, contacting the local police in Lincang. Lin Chuan, meanwhile, dug deeper for information. He rapidly hacked into the mobile phone of Old Bais online girlfriend through the contact, obtaining firsthand information. On the computer screen, scrolling characters formed codes that contained the key information. At this moment, Lin Chuans eyebrows were tightly knitted. Xia Qingqing, as a competent cyber police officer, could clearly capture these crucial details; as she watched, a fine sweat broke out on her forehead. Because the information on Old Bais online girlfriends phone was shocking. [Boss, the twelve pigs have been caged.] [All pigs confirmed to obey!] [Execute the original plan!] [18:30 the usual place to meet.] [] Pigs original plan usual place meet up, these criminal jargons, even if Xia Qingqing didnt understand all of it, she could guess most of it. As the king of scammers, Lin Chuan understood the internal workings of the factory areas even better than the current industry workers. He understood the implications of these words immediately. Internet romance, rushing to meet in person, it was indeed a fabricated lie. Targeting my readers, if others find out, who would dare to read my books? Lin Chuans expression darkened, and for the first time, anger showed in his face. Shen Qianqians brows furrowed slightly, seeing Lin Chuan like this for the first time, she couldnt help but tug at his arm, Lin Chuan, Ive called the police already, I believe the Lincang police will be able to bring Old Bai back. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, then shook his head, Im afraid its too late, they are meeting at 18:30, which means theyre likely to leave soon. Its 15:27 now. Shen Qianqian looked at her watch and said. Lin Chuans expression grew serious, Ill go in person! Its too dangerous! Shen Qianqian immediately replied. Qianqian, would you back down because its dangerous? Lin Chuan looked at Shen Qianqian, his eyes steady. Shen Qianqian shook her head, I mean, Ill go with you, I have criminal investigation experience, and Ive trained in combat. Im going too! exclaimed Xia Qingqing. That wont do, Qingqing, youre a cyber police officer, stay here and monitor their movements for me, Lin Chuan said with an air that brooked no argument. But how will you get there? Xia Qingqing asked subconsciously. Shen Qianqian raised her hand and pointed to a black motorcycle parked next to the shop, Well commandeer that bike. Chapter 102 - Chapter 102: Chapter 101 How could you take such a risk? Chapter 102: Chapter 101 How could you take such a risk? ` The vehicle parked next to the phone store was a heavy motorcycle. The muscle lines of its dark body resembled a ferocious tiger charging down from the mountains, conveying a sense of unstoppable might. Lin Chuans face looked somewhat unnatural. To his embarrassment, he wasnt very familiar with heavy motorcycles. Shopkeeper, Im a anti-fraud police officer from Anling City in Han River Province, and were currently facing an emergency case. I need to temporarily requisition your vehicle. At that moment, Shen Qianqian had already shown her work ID to the shopkeeper and spoke. In some scenic areas, police officers are granted free access, which is why Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing brought their work IDsnever expecting that they would come in handy here. Upon realizing they were police officers, the shopkeeper immediately stood up with an enthusiastic smile on his face. Officer, let me get the keys for you. Before Lin Chuan could even consider who would ride the heavy motorcycle, he saw Shen Qianqian lift her skirt slightly, swing her leg over, and sit on the motorcycle with quick, practiced movements; she started it, twisted the throttle, all in one fluid motion. The deep roar, like the sound of the wind, burst forth from the exhaust, and with the rhythm of the roaring engine, Shen Qianqian brought the black heavy motorcycle to a halt in front of Lin Chuan. Get on. Shen Qianqian put on her helmet and tilted her head towards Lin Chuan. Her demeanor was somewhat valiant and heroic. At this critical juncture. Lin Chuan did not hesitate, straddled the motorcycle, put on the helmet he was passed, and sat behind Shen Qianqian. At the same time, he didnt forget to instruct Xia Qingqing, Qingqing, follow the method I just used and hack into other peoples phones to check their personnel structure and equipment situation. In the phone store, Xia Qingqing nodded earnestly, Dont worry, Ill take care of the rear. She was an excellent Cyber Police officer. Under the influence of Lin Chuans book Hacker Kingdom, her computer skills became increasingly proficient. Lin Chuan had also solved the most difficult part of the technical problem just before. The rest of it was well within her capabilities. As for the safety of Shen Qianqian and Lin Chuan, Xia Qingqing was very concerned, but with the fraud gang having swindled 12 people, someone had to step up. Hold on tight, sit steady, Shen Qianqian said, slightly tilting her head back. Okay. Lin Chuan thought no more of it and wrapped his arms around Shen Qianqians slender waist. To accelerate on a heavy motorcycle, the rider needs to lower their center of gravity. If Lin Chuan didnt hold onto Shen Qianqian, it could greatly affect her riding. Moreover, they had no other thoughts in mind. All they wanted was to rush to Old Bais location and rescue Old Bai along with the twelve people who had been scammed. Lets go. Whoosh The black heavy motorcycle buzzed loudly, racing off swiftly like a cheetah, leaving a long trail on the quiet streets of Lincang, which quickly returned to calm. Be safe. Xia Qingqing watched as the two disappeared from sight and murmured just that before turning back into the store to continue her battle with the computer. Whoosh Xia Qingqing took a deep breath, and her shoulder-length short hair swayed gently. Immediately after. Her gaze turned focused, and she quickly got into work mode. In the virtual network, she was an excellent support for Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian. With information from network base stations and IP address positions, she swiftly hacked into one of the fraud gangs phones, just like Lin Chuan did, without anyone noticing. She browsed through photo galleries and checked information. Even turned on cameras and eavesdropped. The computer in the phone store wasnt high-end, but the operations executed were top-notch. Lin Chuan, theyre planning to transport a batch of goods at four oclock in the afternoon, pretending its just cargo. They will take the county road 1768. Whats your current speed? Xia Qingqing started a call with Lin Chuan, professionally conveying information. Were at 103 km/h right now, Lin Chuan replied, sitting in the back seat rushing down Lincangs highway. Thankfully he had brought earphones; otherwise, the rushing wind alone would have made it difficult for him to hear Xia Qingqings words clearly. At that speed, youre expected to intersect them on the road between Stone Cliff Bay and Ten Mile Corridor. They have two silver mid-sized trucks; license plates are Yunnan SK1804 and Yunnan SK9123, Xia Qingqing informed Lin Chuan. Received, Lin Chuan acknowledged. Also, there are 15 of them, 13 men and 2 women, all well-built, equipped with iron rods and knives. The good news is that there are no firearms. Xia Qingqing clarified their details one by one. Good, its much easier to handle without guns. Lin Chuans lips curled up slightly. He had thought that the skills acquired from the Assassin Professional Life Experience in reality would hardly be put to use. Unexpectedly, he had to play a big game this time to rescue his own reader. However, since Old Bai, as his Alliance Hierarch and true fan, was in trouble, and he as the author, could he just stand by and do nothing? If he just let Old Bai fall into the hands of the fraud gang and was also sent into the park, wouldnt the fan group explode in outrage? No way! He had to give his readers a strong sense of security! Old Bai, dont worry. Im on my way! Meanwhile. The Lincang Police responded rapidly after receiving the report and dispatched officers immediately. Moreover, they sent two other officers to the phone store to make contact with Xia Qingqing. Director Zhang from Anling Police Station had already communicated with Lincang Police. The two sides coordinated in solving the case. Comrade, hello. ` I am Zhao Dong from the Lincang Criminal Police Brigade. I am Chen Xi. In a mobile phone shop on the streets of Lincang, two police officers in uniform walked into the store, looked at Xia Qingqing, and greeted her. Hello, comrades. I am Officer Xia Qingqing from the Anling City Cyber Police Unit. Xia Qingqing quickly responded. Immediately, both sides delved into discussing the case. The Lincang Police also needed to understand more detailed information to help the rescue team execute the operation better. From what Ive gathered, there are 15 of them, 13 men and 2 women, armed with iron rods and knives, no firearms, two trucks Xia Qingqing shared everything she knew with the two detectives from Lincang. The two detectives quickly provided feedback. Additionally, Lincang detective Zhao Dong asked, Officer Xia, the two comrades who are en route to the rescue, are they both detectives? Xia Qingqing looked at the detective from Lincang and shook her head, One of them is an anti-fraud police officer with criminal investigation experience, but the other is not a police officer; he is a writer. Zhao Dong had a square face and stood about 180 cm tall. Upon hearing Xia Qingqings words, his brow furrowed immediately, and he exchanged a glance with his colleague Chen Xi, then said, An anti-fraud officer paired with a writer, thats too dangerous! Yes! The female detective Chen Xi immediately added her voice, Comrade Xia, please contact them immediately and ask them to return. We do not wish for any of our comrades to fall! An anti-fraud officer with criminal investigation experience was capable of carrying out the mission. But the other one A writer? What help could a writer possibly be? Logically speaking, indeed so. Moreover, both Shen Qianqian and Lin Chuan were unarmed; how could they withstand two medium-sized trucks and 13 strong men? It was too risky! Lincang, a border town, was all too familiar with the fraud rings from the Myanmar area to the two detectives. Locals were not involved in fraud. However, outsiders could be deceived to come here for illegal border crossing. And these fraud rings could be said to be utterly devoid of humanity, without a trace of emotion. Shen Qianqian and Lin Chuan were headed there. Even if Shen Qianqian identified herself as a police officer, the fraud ring was unlikely to believe her. Theyre very determined, and I think they wont engage in a direct confrontation. They just need to stall them until your Criminal Police Brigade arrives on the scene; that would be mission accomplished, Xia Qingqing said, shaking her head. Zhao Dong and Chen Xi exchanged a look, their expressions becoming solemn, To stall them is easier said than done. These criminals only respect money, not life. Its too reckless for that writer. I have confidence in him, Xia Qingqing pursed her lips, a sense of determination in her eyes. For some reason, she always felt like Lin Chuan had endless treasures within him that could never be fully explored. Sometimes, she even had an illusion. She would believe that the scenarios and techniques described in Lin Chuans novels could also be accomplished by him in reality. It was an absurd notion. But somehow, it seemed to happen in real life. For instance, when AW conducted a large-scale hack, Lin Chuan was able to reproduce the Flying Red Flag from the Hacker Kingdom. It was absurd and yet felt so real. This feeling was indescribable. This was also why she believed Lin Chuan could hold off the fraud ring. Officer Xia, you in Anling City might not have witnessed the methods of the fraud rings from the Myanmar factories; they are extremely brutal. Once caught, at best, one becomes a tool for fraud, at worst, they are turned into actual pigs, sold from one factory to another until they are of no use anymore, Zhao Dong sighed deeply, his expression turning grave as he spoke. With a sigh, Xia Qingqing pursed her lips, Comrade Zhao, dont worry about that. Writer Lin Chuan is quite knowledgeable about anti-fraud tactics and familiar with the factory areas. He wouldnt undertake something he wasnt sure about. Zhao Dong, still worried, noted the situation, I will report this to the higher-ups for now, and they will communicate with Anling Police Station. Hopefully, both the anti-fraud officer and the writer will know their limits. We, too, will do everything we can to reach the site as quickly as possible. Alright. Xia Qingqing nodded and continued to monitor the movements of the fraud ring so she could keep Lin Chuan informed at any moment. About five minutes later. Ring, ring, ring Xia Qingqings phone rang. The caller display showed: Director Zhang. Hello, Director Zhang. Do you have any instructions? Xia Qingqing answered the call and immediately asked. On the other end of the phone, Director Zhang Biao tried to calm his emotions, Qingqing, first tell me, is it true that Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian went to intercept a fraud ring? Yes, Xia Qingqing replied. Upon hearing the confirmation, Director Zhang Biao in his office gripped the phone, his hand trembling. Comrade Lin, how could you take such a risk? You are a top-tier cybersecurity talent worth at least ten large-scale network security companies! Someone personally protected by Elder Zhong! If you fell into the hands of those fraudsters, it would be a significant loss for the entire Anling, even the whole Han River Province! Chapter 103 - Chapter 103: Chapter 102: Assassin Lin, Online! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 103: Chapter 102: Assassin Lin, Online! (Please Subscribe) Anling Police Station, office. Although it was the May Day holiday, Zhang Biao did not give himself a break. At this moment, he was grateful he had not taken the time off. He received calls from Xia Qingqing and the Lincang Police. His hand clutching the thermos cup stiffened involuntarily, his heart seemed to clutch at his throat, and his breathing became somewhat unsteady. Because, Lin Chuan was risking his life to rescue 12 people, and the outcome was still unknown. The 12 people were important, but so was Lin Chuan. Zhang Biao let out a heavy sigh. With such a serious issue at hand, he had to report to Elder Zhong immediately. Beep, beep, beep Elder Zhong, Im Zhang Biao, Police Chief of Anling City. I have an urgent matter to report, said Zhang Biao, straightening his back and speaking formally. Mhm, go ahead, came the steady voice of Elder Zhong from the phone. Elder Zhong, during the May Day holiday, Lin Chuan and two officers from Anling Police Station traveled to Yundian. Today, upon arriving in Lincang, Lin Chuan suddenly learned that one of his readers had been lured into a fraud gang and decided to go for a rescue. At the moment, Lin Chuan is on his way to carry out the rescue, and we dont know the outcome yet. Furthermore, I have already made active contact with the Lincang Police and am in the process of discussing rescue measures. Having said his piece, Zhang Biao awaited Zhong Chengmings response with bated breath. Hmm? Elder Zhong suddenly hummed thoughtfully. Zhang Biao immediately swallowed, feeling his heart skip a beat again. There was silence on the phone for about three seconds before Elder Zhong slowly spoke, I was not mistaken about him, Lin Chuan is a young man with a sense of justice. Yes, he has a strong sense of justice, Zhang Biao immediately concurred. The fraud gang that has appeared in the Lincang area is likely made up of smugglers from the Myanmar area. If Lin Chuan has fallen into the factory area there, that will be troublesome, Elder Zhong said with a lowered voice. Hiss! For a moment, Zhang Biao could only think about Lin Chuans safety. When Elder Zhong mentioned this level of concern, he instantly drew in a sharp breath. If Lin Chuan was forced into the factories in the Myanmar area to engage in fraudulent activities Then it would be like a tiger entering the forest, a dragon returning to the sea for him! There were two reasons for this. First, Lin Chuan had an extensive knowledge of fraud techniques and hacker skills. Second, Lin Chuans studio was currently cooperating with the police and mainly developing anti-fraud apps; he had a wealth of information at his disposal. If Lin Chuan was utilized by the fraud factories, then both Anling and Han River would fall into the shadow of fraud. Although no one had really witnessed Lin Chuan using fraud techniques, Zhang Biao knew the ins and outs of the development of the anti-fraud app and was deeply aware that Lin Chuans fraud skills were highly sophisticated. As they say, when one cleans up, they lose three points, but when they turn to the dark side, they are ten times stronger. What a terrifying thing it would be if the king of fraud plus a top-level hacker turned to crime! I will contact the Lincang Police immediately; we must protect Lin Chuan, Zhang Biao said, taking a deep breath and speaking earnestly. I will contact the Yundian Police Department myself. Elder Zhongs voice sounded like deep thunder, booming in Zhang Biaos ear, each word carrying an undeniable authority. Zhang Biao showed a look of relief. With Elder Zhong personally intervening, it was settled! Although Lin Chuan was a potential criminal risk, he was also Anlings high-tech talent, and naturally, Zhang Biao wished for him to be safe and sound. Elder Zhong wished for the same. A phone call was made from Han River to Yundian. About two minutes later, an armed squad of the Peoples Armed Police in Lincang City set off urgently. County Road 1768. From Stone Cliff Bay to Ten Mile Corridor. Two medium-sized trucks made their way along the serpentine road, moving slowly, barely noticeable among the traffic. On the drivers seat of the truck up front, a burly man said, Sister Mei, with these 12 piglets this time, thats going to be a hefty sum! Next to him, a gaudily dressed woman let out a cold smirk, Wei, dont just look at the short term. These piglets will help us create even more value. Among them, there are three top students. Known as Sister Mei, this woman was Old Bais online girlfriend. A sneer appeared on Weis face: Top students? I think theyre just three dumb pigs. If theyre dumb pigs, then so are you, Sister Mei chuckled in response. Wei laughed, Im not mindless like them. Mindless? Sister Meis lips curled up as she laughed coquettishly, Men, ah, have upper and lower thinking areas. When they think with the lower half, the upper half loses its ability to think, and the lower half takes absolute control. So, those three top students are dumb pigs who think with the lower half! Wei burst out laughing. Indeed. These three top students were the ones romantically involved online with Sister Mei, lured step by step into the sweet trap she had set. Suddenly. The burly man Wei frowned, as a black sports motorcycle appeared in his rearview mirror. There were two people on the sports bike, both wearing helmets. The driver seemed to be a tall girl, wearing a light-colored dress with no knee protectors, her long legs unmistakably exposed. The passenger was a man, casually dressed, clinging tightly to the girls waist. At first glance, they resembled a couple of bike enthusiasts. These two were none other than Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian. Dammit! Wei cursed under his breath. Whats wrong? Sister Mei turned to look at Wei and asked. Some brat is showing off his biker girlfriend in front of me, Wei scoffed coldly. Sister Mei leaned to look through Weis side mirror at Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian, assuming they were just ordinary passersby: Dont make trouble, the factorys got plenty of women. Its no fun, theyre all like dead pigs, said Wei with a malicious grin. If I could get someone half as good as you, Sister Mei, Id be satisfied. Oh, Wei, you dare to lust after me? Sister Mei, I didnt mean it like that. What if I told you that you could? Sister Mei, youre the bosss woman; I wouldnt dare entertain the thought. What if I said you could entertain it? Sister Mei I Shut up and drive properly. Sister Mei let out a charming chuckle, which had already bewitched Wei. Inside her heart, she sneered C this is a man who thinks with whats below the waist. In the compartment of the vehicle behind her. Old Bais face was ashen; he was deceived step by step by Sister Mei, falling into his current predicament. At this moment, Old Bai was bound hand and foot, with his mouth sealed by black tape, leaving no room for resistance. In the same part of the trucks compartment, two others received the same treatment. They were the highly talented students Sister Mei had mentioned. After realizing they had been duped, they fiercely resisted, trying to escape, but being in a remote location made it impossible, and thus several strong men were closely guarding them. The remaining nine piglets were in a compartment of the following truck. Unlike Old Bai and his companions, these nine people came from various places, boarding Sister Meis truck with dreams of making a fortune. Dreaming of going out there, earning big money, making a fortune. Little did they know that what awaited them wasnt paradise but hell. In the trucks compartment. Damn, there really is online dating fraud, Old Bai thought to himself, Old Lin, if youve seen the message I sent, please remember to call the police and save me! That time, he went on an outing with Sister Mei. Under Sister Meis repeated coquettish persuasion, he followed her suggestion, traveling from Dali to Lincang. Throughout the journey, he increasingly felt that something was off, as several strong men successively approached them, but Sister Mei didnt show any sign of fear. Old Bai was shocked in his heart, realizing that he might have been tricked. But at such a critical moment, calling the police would result in being silenced immediately, and sending a direct call for help could provoke the criminals to make a move against him. He had seen the propaganda about fraud. Old Bai immediately thought of Lin Chuan, who was also in Yundian, and sent a message in his usual tone, Mr. Lin, this is all because of you. After he sent out this message, the strong man beside him immediately snatched his phone, subdued him, and checked the just-sent message, making sure nothing was leaked before turning it off. He had no chance to resist. Because he was lured to a secluded corner, no one witnessed his ordeal. As for why he was lured into such a secluded place, it was simply because Sister Mei had shyly said, There are too many people here; lets go somewhere less crowded, Ill listen to you. Theres a saying, isnt there? Hell if I know what Im doing, but my little brother wants me to choose her! Now. Old Bai could only hope that Lin Chuan, after seeing the message, would get the hidden meaning and then call the police. This was his last glimmer of hope. However, having waited a very long time, the rescue hadnt arrived yet, and all he could hear outside the compartment was the continuous roar of motorcycles. In the cab of the truck marked Yunnan SK1804. Wei looked into the rearview mirror, frowning in confusion, Sister Mei, why has this motorcycle been following us? Whats going on? Sister Mei instantly became alert. I outsped him just now, but he caught up again. Damn it, hes asking for it! Wei cursed angrily. Dont rush, lets see whats happening first, Sister Mei said. Sister Mei furrowed her brows as she observed the black motorcycle in the rearview mirror. Hes provoking me! Wei was very unstable-tempered. Dont cause trouble; he has already passed us, Sister Mei advised, being far calmer. At such a critical moment, she didnt want to stir up trouble. Wei snorted coldly, Kid, dont let me catch you, or else Ill thrash you hundreds of times with one hand! Then at the next intersection, he turned the steering wheel, entering a rugged country lane. This road was the one leading to their bosss meeting point. Suddenly. At a bend in the country road, Weis truck came to an abrupt halt. On both sides of the rural road were lush trees and weeds, the afternoon sun slanted in, casting shadows on the road, and not far in front of Weis truck, a black motorcycle blocked their path in the middle of the road. Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian had disappeared without a trace. Sister Mei, whats going on? Someone from the following truck stuck their head out of the window and shouted. Someones blocking the road, Wei replied, then turned to Sister Mei, Sister Mei, what do we do now? Are these two people targeting us? Sister Mei asked with a frown. Police? Wei was startled. Doesnt seem like it, Sister Mei shook her head again, having previously noticed that Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian, with their ordinary attire, didnt look like police officers. Then theyre just looking for trouble? What should we do? Wei asked. Send two guys down to move the bike, and if those two people dont know whats good for them, throw them into the pig cage as well, Sister Mei said after thinking for a moment. She was very familiar with this area; it was remote with very few passing vehicles. If two pigs disappeared here, no one would find out it was her doing. Two strong men got out of the vehicle, ready to move the motorcycle. Hey, what are you doing with my bike? At that moment, a voice came from behind the two trucks. The speaker was none other than Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan walked out leisurely, in a white T-shirt and casual trousers, with a faint smile on his face and piercing eyes, staring intently at the two trucks in front of him. Was it you blocking us? one of the strong men asked with a stern face. Yes. Lin Chuans mouth curved up slightly as he stood in the middle of the country road, facing the fraud gang without any hint of fear. Xia Qingqing had sent word that they had fully confirmed that this group of fraudsters were external personnel from the factory, responsible for recruiting people. They were not equipped with firearms. As long as there were no guns, even if 13 strong men and 2 women were equipped with iron rods and knives, Lin Chuan was confident that he could handle them. Assassin Lin, online! Kid, Id advise you not to make trouble for nothing, Wei said. At this time, Wei and Sister Mei came down from the truck, staring fixedly at Lin Chuan. A hint of a cold smile appeared on Lin Chuans face, You duped my true fan, and you think you can just walk away like that? Chapter 104 - Chapter 104: Chapter 103: He is the Absolute King! Chapter 104: Chapter 103: He is the Absolute King! The rural road, about five meters wide, twisted through lush green trees, with weeds growing wild on the sides, mixed with small rocks and dust, naturally blanketed with fallen leaves and dead branches. A cool breeze blew, carrying the rustling sound of dancing leaves, and the weeds on the ground swayed in the wind. Every once in a while, one could hear the chirping of birds returning to their nests. Beyond that, there was nothing else. Very few vehicles traveled on this country road, and even fewer people; it was like a half-abandoned path. Lin Chuan was walking in the middle of this road. Next to him was Shen Qianqian, dressed in a light white skirt, with a stern and cold face, her eyes exuding vigilance and gravity. In front of them were two medium-sized trucks. Aboard the trucks. More than a dozen burly men poured out, brandishing iron rods or knives, their menacing presence converging as they approached Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian from both sides. Leading them were Sister Mei and Wei, looking at Lin Chuan with unfriendly eyes. Ready to make a move at any moment. Lin Chuan, the moment they charge over, you run back, just lead a few of them away, and Ill cover you. The Lincang Police will arrive soon. Shen Qianqian watched the group of more than ten people across from her with burning eyes, while glancing at Lin Chuan out of the corner of her eye. Not long ago, she was a criminal policeman, trained in fighting, and could at least hold her own against this fraud gang for a while. But she was somewhat worried about Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan usually sat in front of a computer typing; although he had been working out frequently, she wasnt sure how effective it would be. Self-defense should be possible, right? Lin Chuan gazed straight ahead and glanced at the opposing lineup with a smile, replying, No problem. Be careful. Shen Qianqian still advised with some concern. At this moment. The approaching Sister Mei asked with a very cold voice, Who is your real fan? Youre Old Bais online girlfriend, right? Lin Chuan looked calm, gave Sister Mei a glance, and asked with a smile. On Lin Chuans face, Sister Mei could not see the slightest panic or nervousness; on the contrary, what she saw was composed confidence, and even a bit of recklessness. This caused Sister Meis brows to slightly furrow, a hint of doubt arising in her heart: Are you here to rescue him? In the middle of the road. Lin Chuan nodded and chuckled, You guessed half right. And the other half? Lin Chuan smiled again, That would be you all, of course! You little brat, I dont mind adding a couple more pigs to the sty, said Wei next to Sister Mei, his face changing as he narrowed his eyes and spoke coldly. The more than ten burly men behind him tightened their grip on their weapons. The situation was on a knife-edge! Lin Chuan laughed, completely ignoring Wei, and shouted towards the truck, Old Bai, I told you not to rush into online dating; now do you believe me? Inside the truck cabin. Old Bai was still wondering why they had stopped when he suddenly heard Lin Chuans shout; his eyes snapped open. Old Lin came to save me! Wuu wuu wuu But his mouth was sealed with tape, and he could only make wuu wuu wuu noises. The truck cabin was also locked from the outside, preventing him from rushing to meet Lin Chuan; all he could do was bang against the cabin, producing thumping sounds in response to Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan heard Old Bais response and laughed, Good, looks like hes still in one piece. Youre worried about him, but you might want to worry about yourself first! Sister Meis eyes narrowed, Move in! The opposite side consisted only of two people, a man and a woman. The man was about 1.8 meters tall, slim, and seemed to lack combat ability. The woman was 1.7 meters, with a sweet appearance, seemingly non-threatening. But experience told her that in the current situation, they had to act fast. Delay could mean trouble! Hold on! Shen Qianqian shouted angrily, holding a gun in her right hand and revealing her police badge with her left, I am a police officer from the Anti-Fraud Center in Anling City, Han River Province. You are now suspected of a criminal offense, drop your weapons, hands on your heads, and squat down! A cop?! A gun?! The entire fraud gang faltered, their footsteps halting as their faces instinctively showed panic. Sister Meis expression changed: A cop? At this time. Shen Qianqians face was cold, her gaze intense as she fixed it on the fraud gang and shouted again, Drop your weapons, hands on your heads, and squat down! Sister Mei and Wei exchanged glances, their brows tightly knitted. At that moment, Wei stared intently at Shen Qianqian and her gun: Girl, thats a toy gun youre holding, impersonating a police officer; who are you trying to scare? Shen Qianqians heart tightened, and a hint of panic flashed in her eyes. She was no fake cop. But the gun she was holding was indeed a toy. When they set off, she passed a toy store while riding her motorcycle, and Lin Chuan urgently had her stop, dashed into the store, and quickly emerged with two guns. The guns, in appearance, were similar to real firearms but lacked lethal force. Girl, youre pretty brave to try this stunt in front of me. Do you know who we are? Wei said with a cocky grin on his face. They dealt in the trade of fraud, able to bait and hook people with just a few words. And now, Wei believed he had seen through Shen Qianqians ruse. Once the fraud gang heard Weis words, their expressions changed again; they tightened their hold on their weapons, preparing to charge at Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian. Shen Qianqians breathing became rapid, her own heartbeat almost audible to her. What to do? She had no more than a second to think and forced herself to calm down, whispering, Lin Chuan, you go first; Ill hold them off! No need to run. Lin Chuan patted her back, assuring her there was no need to be nervous. Shen Qianqians expression was one of surprise, not understanding what was happening. But. Lin Chuan did not retreat but instead calmly took two steps forward, his smile growing wider, You say this gun is fake? Weis expression stalled, Using a toy gun to play the big bad wolf, who are you trying to fool? In the middle of the road, Lin Chuan didnt speak; his gaze was fixed on Wei, as sharp as a cheetah eyeing its prey. In his hand, a black pistol spun slowly around his index finger, completing a circle. Then. Lin Chuans right hand lifted, and the black toy gun, as if given life, spun rapidly, too fast to follow with the eye. The sunlight filtering through the rows of trees fell on Lin Chuan, instantly revealing the rapid movement of his right hand and the afterimage of the pistol. The sound of the gun spinning around continued to travel in the silent street, making the entire scam gang shiver. Whiz! Lin Chuans movement stopped, his expression calm, his gaze resolute. The muzzle of the gun in his hand was pointed directly at Wei. Wei couldnt help but swallow, his lips trembling slightly, his heart pounding rapidly, a hint of panic flickering in his eyes. Lin Chuans gun-spinning was too skillful. So skillful that it made people think the gun was part of himhe must be a gunplay expert! So, was the gun in his hand real or fake? Wei didnt know. But when it came to his life, he wasnt quite willing to gamble. Shen Qianqian, standing beside Lin Chuan, also swallowed, not out of nervousness but because Lin Chuans stance was just too convincing. Just with that round of gun spinning alone, it felt almost believable. Moreover, catching a glimpse of Lin Chuan in her peripheral vision, Shen Qianqian saw that there wasnt a trace of panic on Lin Chuans delicate face, only confidence. Yes, confidence! This kind of confidence was absolutely assured. Spinning the gun might just be an external display, but the extreme confidence Lin Chuan exhibited was the real reason the other party didnt dare to advance. In this moment, Lin Chuan gave Shen Qianqian a very delicate feeling. But Shen Qianqian couldnt quite articulate it. If you asked Lin Chuan, he would say it was the absolute instinct of a top-tier assassin. No one spoke; there was silence. The breeze blew gently, swirling around the mountains, brushing past the magnificent layers of mountain ranges, the cold, lush trees, and the dense branches and leaves beside the rural road that flickered like a screen, rustling softly. Perhaps, there was a stream nearby, its water murmuring. For the sound of flowing water mingled with the wind could be heard by everyones ears. Get down, hands on your head. Lin Chuan broke the silence in a calm tone. Several burly men from the fraud gang, intimidated, were already placing their hands on the backs of their heads, preparing to kneel. But! Sister Meis icy words once again tensed the atmosphere: Just by spinning a gun, can you turn a toy into a real one? Upon hearing this, Shen Qianqians heart tightened once more. At moments like this, the last thing you want is someone casting doubt. She knew, in that split second, Lin Chuan had stunned the fraudsters, sending their minds into a blank. But once someone raised doubt, they would quickly regain their ability to think. And Sister Mei was their leader. At this moment, Lin Chuan smiled, moving forward once more, step by step nearing Sister Mei, his lips curved into a smirk: Fake? This fourth-generation Glock 17 semi-automatic pistol, with a chamber of 9mm Parabellum bullets, has a barrel length of 114 millimeters, an overall length of 202 millimeters, an unloaded weight of 625 grams, and can fire up to 500 rounds in one minute. That means, with my guns full magazine of 17 bullets, it would take less than 10 seconds for the bullets to penetrate all of your bodies. You should have heard, within seven steps, a gun is fast and accurate! As Lin Chuan finished speaking, he was precisely seven steps away from Sister Mei. The cold muzzle of the gun pointed directly at Sister Meis forehead, causing her to suddenly stiffen, her teeth chattering, panic flashing in her eyes as she looked at the delicate yet somewhat handsome young man in front of her. Her breath was rapid, her chest heaving. Every sentence from Lin Chuan felt like a judgment against her. And with each step he took, it was as if he was further pressing down on her heart. Suffocation, oppression, unable to breathe. The closer he got, the more intense the feeling became. Even in her so-called bosss presence, she had never experienced such suffocating oppression. Sister Mei, Im giving you just one chance. Kneel down, hands on your head. Lin Chuan said coldly, as if pronouncing a judgment from hell itself. The presence of a top assassin, and the commanding aura of the king of the industrial districts fraudsters, were both displayed by Lin Chuan. Presence, indeed, can terrify the heart! Sister Mei, who had never encountered a man with such an aura, had her legs give out from under her, collapsing to the ground, breathing heavily. With Sister Mei kneeling down, the remaining fourteen individuals followed suit, kneeling as well. They couldnt muster even a hint of resistance within their hearts. Wei, who had previously cursed Lin Chuan with every name under the sun, now lacked even the courage to meet Lin Chuans eyes. Indeed, he was a man who lived on the knife-edge. All the people here were criminals living on the knife-edge. But compared to Lin Chuan, who had lived through both an assassins and a fraudsters life in the industrial districts, they were still too green. Excessively so. In his experience with these criminal professions, Lin Chuan feared the police, feared legal punishment, but facing these fraudsters He was the undisputed king! All fifteen fraudsters huddled with their heads in their hands, daring not to move. Behind Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian was still in shock, staring at Lin Chuans silhouette, her eyes filled with confusion. It was both familiar and strange. Familiar was the figure before her; strange was the confidence and the aura that Lin Chuan had demonstrated. Is he really just a web novel writer? Shen Qianqian then shook her head. Suddenly, she remembered that time shed been with Lin Chuan, popping balloons at a street stall. Thats right. From that time, Lin Chuan had already shown some hints of his true self. She didnt have time to think it through. Suddenly, she heard Lin Chuans voice next to her ear, Qianqian, its time to get to work. Chapter 105 - Chapter 105: Chapter 104: Effortless! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 105: Chapter 104: Effortless! (Please Subscribe) County Road 1768. Two police cars blared through the dense forest, the roaring sound of their engines like the growls of wild beasts, the siren echoes in the woods, and from a distance, the flashing lights resembled speeding meteors. Inside the police car. Lincang Criminal Police Brigade Captain Guo Ming, around thirty-five years old, with a lean face and a few strands of white hair among the black, had a solemn expression as he listened to an officers report. Currently, based on intelligence provided by Anling Cyber Police Xia Qingqing, the fraud gang comprises 13 men and 2 women, plus 12 victims, in two medium-sized trucks Anlings cyber police technology is quite impressive, to be able to dig up all this information, Captain Guo nodded, then asked, Additionally, about the Anling Polices rush to rescue those two comrades, whats the situation? The car was somewhat shaky. The officer answered, One of them is a police officer from Anling Police Station who specializes in fraud prevention, named Shen Qianqian, who was transferred from the Criminal Police Brigade not long ago. The other is not a police officer, but rather a web novel writer named Lin Chuan. Guo Mings eyebrows immediately furrowed, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes, You just said, the other person Lin Chuan, is not a police officer? Thats right, he is a web novel writer. A web novel writer Guos face momentarily froze, his brow furrowing even more, Isnt that just asking for trouble? The officer didnt speak. He had the same thought in his mind. It wasnt prejudice against web novel writers, but rather that the fraud gang was well-organized and ruthless, quite different from typical criminal cases. What could a web novel writer do at a rescue scene? It would be dangerous for anyone to go, possibly resulting in harm, not only failing to rescue others but also getting themselves in trouble. Whats the motivation behind the writers actions? Guo Ming pondered and asked another question. Its said that one of his readers was deceived into joining the fraud gang. Worried that we might not arrive in time, he went ahead to delay them, to win time for the rescue, the officer reported truthfully. Lincang Criminal Police Brigade Captain Guo Ming slowly exhaled, Hes a good writer, I hope he can hold off the fraud gang while ensuring his own safety. Ring, ring, ring At that moment, Guo Mings phone rang. Chief, this is Guo Ming, currently on a chase after a criminal gang, ready for instructions, Guo Ming said upon answering the call. On the other end of the phone. The stern voice of the chief came through, Guo Ming, your most important task right now is to ensure Lin Chuans personal safety! Lin Chuan is the web novel writer! Guo Ming was startled. The most important task is to ensure Lin Chuans personal safety? Understood? Act immediately, get to Lin Chuan before he encounters the fraud gang! the Lincang Police Station chief added. Understood! Guo Ming responded immediately, turned to instruct the driver to speed up. The two police cars on the winding County Road 1768 suddenly accelerated, with their sirens echoing through the mountains. Chief, about the writers identity Guo Ming, puzzled, couldnt help but ask. Dont ask what you shouldnt, the chief responded, Just make sure to keep him safe and bring him back to Lincang in one piece! Guo Mings face turned stern, Received! Not only the Criminal Police Brigade, but the armed police squad following closely behind also received the order: To rescue Lin Chuan and escort him. Furthermore, they were specifically instructed to shoot to kill if the fraud gang made any move that could endanger Lin Chuans life! At this time. Lincang Criminal Police Brigade Captain Guo Mings brow was deeply furrowed. The task assigned by the chief was undeniably difficult, due to the low predictability of the situation. If the chief had ordered him to catch the fraud gang at any cost, he would dare to pledge his word, to capture them all without exception. But to ensure Lin Chuans safety with Lin Chuan already ahead to rescue his reader, he might already have encountered the fraud gang. Once encountered, it would all be uncertain. Guo Ming could only place his hopes on Shen Qianqian. He hoped Shen Qianqian would be able to keep Lin Chuan safe! Police from the Lincang Criminal Police Brigade sped past Stone Cliff Bay, through the Ten Mile Corridor, and onto a winding rural road that was seldom traveled. The rural road twisted and turned, but the speed of the Criminal Police Brigade did not decrease as they rushed forward at top speed. Lush trees sped by outside the police car windows. The siren echoed through the forest. Apart from the sirens, the occasional plaintive cries of birds made Guo Mings heart wrench, revealing a certain urgency on his face. The police car took a sharp turn, and then came to an immediate halt! Captain Guo, theyre ahead! The officer driving the car reported immediately. In Guo Mings hand was a clenched service pistol, his expression grave and vigilant as he prepared to rush out of the car and immediately rescue Lin Chuan. But! The scene through the car window confused him. Ahead, a dozen people crouched at the side of the road with their heads in their hands. Nearby lay a pile of iron rods and knives, while in front of them stood a man and a woman. The man wore a white T-shirt and casual pants, with short hair and a handsome face. The woman was in a light-colored dress, tall and sweet-looking. This man and woman resembled the photos sent by Anling City Cyber Police Xia Qingqing perfectly. Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian!? Guo Ming was stunned, Whats going on??? The officers in the car were all bewildered, exchanging glances. What was happening? The officer in charge of the patrol video was also bewildered. Looking at the situation it seemed like the problem had already been solved? For a moment. Lincang Criminal Police Brigade Captain Guo Mings emotions shifted from heart-wrenching and anxious to surprised, puzzled, and perplexed. On the way there, he imagined multiple scenarios. Perhaps Lin Chuan would flee in panic, with Shen Qianqian trying her best to stop him. Or perhaps both would escape, running into the woods. He even envisioned the possibility that Lin Chuan had been captured by the fraud gang, and pondered how to rescue the hostage from them. But he had never imagined the scene before his eyes. A female anti-fraud police officer + a web novel writer, had subdued 15 fraudsters! It was insanity! With a look of astonishment on his face, Guo Ming took a deep breath and quickly stepped out of the car to meet with Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian: Comrade Lin Chuan, Comrade Shen Qianqian, I am Guo Ming, the captain of the Lincang Police Stations Criminal Police Brigade, ordered to arrest the 15-member fraud gang and ensure both of your safety. Lin Chuan nodded and smiled, Hello Captain Guo, were safe. Shen Qianqian, on the other hand, pointed at the fraudsters in front of her: These 15 are the fraud gang youre trying to arrest, not one less. Cuff them all! Guo Ming ordered. The officers from the Lincang Criminal Police Brigade immediately took action and handcuffed all of them. Guo Ming looked at Lin Chuan and then at Shen Qianqian, and asked with great curiosity while pointing at the 15 fraudsters: Did the two of you subdue these people? He simply couldnt understand how two people had managed to subdue 15 hardened fraudsters. Moreover, there was not the slightest sign of struggle at the scene. The 15 fraudsters showed no sign of resistance. Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian were unharmed. Shen Qianqian smiled: I didnt do anything, Lin Chuan took care of it all by himself. Guo Ming was taken aback and looked at Lin Chuan, his eyes filled with questions. Lin Chuan raised his right hand, a black pistol hanging from his index finger, twirling it gently twice: I relied on this. What? Guo Ming was taken aback again, instantly recognizing the toy gun in Lin Chuans hand, hence his face filled with even more confusion: With this toy gun, you subdued 15 fraudsters? The 15 recently handcuffed individuals all turned their gazes towards Lin Chuan, furrowing their brows and wearing expressions of confusion that were eerily uniform. Huh? Toy gun? Lin Chuan gave a slight smile, aimed the gun at Sister Mei, who was the leader among the fraudsters, and said with a smile, Maybe this toy gun seemed a bit too real in their eyes. Then, he gently pulled the trigger, and a gunshot sound came from the gun. Click. That was the sound of a toy gun. Sister Meis eyes widened, staring at Lin Chuan in shock before cursing involuntarily, Damn it, Ive been played by him! A professional fraud gang had been duped by Lin Chuan with a toy gun. They actually cooperated quite obediently by dropping to the ground with their heads in their hands. You could say, Lin Chuan subdued them effortlessly! Wei, standing next to Sister Mei, realized he had been thoroughly duped by Lin Chuan and roared fiercely, Damn it, how dare he deceive me, believe it or not Suddenly, his voice abruptly stopped. Because Guo Ming, dressed in his police uniform, had a real gun pressed against his temple. Wei immediately became compliant. This was definitely a real gun. Take them away, Guo Ming immediately ordered, then turned to Lin Chuan and said, Comrade Lin Chuan, Im glad youre alright, Ill report back to the chief of the police station now. Youre busy, Captain Guo, Lin Chuan replied with a smile. Afterward. Guo Ming walked to the side and dialed the phone number of the chief of the Lincang Police Station. On the phone. The chiefs voice was very anxious, and the first thing he said upon answering the call was, How is it? Is the writer okay? Guo Ming glanced at Lin Chuan and answered, Chief, Lin Chuan is fine. Thats a relief, The chief seemed to breathe a sigh of relief and asked, He isnt injured, is he? No, Lin Chuan is unscathed, Guo Ming shook his head and added, He also arrested 15 fraudsters. Phew The chief felt as if a weight had been lifted from his chest, and a rare smile appeared on his face: Great job, Guo Ming. Youve eliminated the entire fraud gang and rescued Lin Chuan. This is a commendable achievement for your Criminal Police Brigade, and Ill be sure to reward you all generously when you return! Guo Mings expression became unnatural, his mouth twitching slightly: Chief, we didnt subdue the fraud gang, and Lin Chuan didnt need our rescue. What do you mean? On the other end of the phone, the chief suddenly became perplexed. Guo Ming glanced at Lin Chuan and then explained to the chief: Chief, when we arrived at the scene, we saw the 15 fraudsters squatting on the ground with their hands over their heads, while Comrade Lin Chuan and Comrade Shen Qianqian were standing, looking at the fraud gang. Hmm? The chief hummed in surprise, Are you saying that Comrade Lin Chuan and another anti-fraud police officer subdued all the criminals? Guo Mings lips twitched again: According to the anti-fraud police officer Shen Qianqian, Comrade Lin Chuan subdued the fraudsters by himself. On the other side, the chief was stunned: ??? Chief? The Armed Police Force squad will probably arrive soon. You guys go ahead and escort Comrade Lin Chuan back first, then we can learn about the situation in detail later, the chief of the Lincang Police Station said after a moment of thought. The whole process was truly baffling. He was very curious. Not only the chief of the Lincang Police Station was curious, but all the criminal police officers present had the same question in their minds. How did Lin Chuan single-handedly subdue an entire fraud gang? Chapter 108 - Chapter 108: Chapter 106 A Common Web Novel Writer (Please Subscribe) Chapter 108: Chapter 106 A Common Web Novel Writer (Please Subscribe) In the interrogation room. The evening breeze filtered through the window, gently blowing into the room, brushing Lin Chuans face with the crisp freshness of Lincangs night, along with a hint of jacaranda fragrancealmost as if witnessing jacarandas set against the azure sky, gracefully swaying, their blue and purple hues complementing each other. Chief Pan Sheng and Captain Guo Ming looked deep into Lin Chuans eyes and took a deep breath to regain their composure. Guo Ming continued, Comrade Lin Chuan, after borrowing the motorcycle shop owners heavy bike, did you immediately set off to intercept the scam gang? Yes, Lin Chuan nodded. Where did you encounter the scam gang? Guo Ming asked. Lin Chuan thought for a moment, I first encountered them on the county road between Stone Cliff Bay and the Ten Mile Corridor. After I confirmed they were the scam gang, I intercepted them at a turning point on a rural road they had to take. At that moment, Chief Pan Sheng raised his hand, Comrade Lin Chuan, let me interrupt for a moment. How exactly did you know the scam gangs route? Lin Chuan looked at Pan Sheng and smiled, That was thanks to our Anling Police Station Cyber Police, Xia Qingqing. Could you elaborate? Of course. Lin Chuan nodded and then gave a detailed account of the section Xia Qingqing was responsible for. Chief Pan Sheng suddenly realized and praised repeatedly, Infiltrate the phone, acquire information, remotely assistyou guys teamwork was just perfect! You flatter me, Lin Chuan replied humbly. After listening, Guo Ming felt somewhat inferior and continued to ask about the case. This question was also his most curious and baffling one. Comrade Lin Chuan, after you intercepted the criminal gang, there were 15 of them, 13 men and 2 women, and there were only 2 of you. How did you subdue these fifteen fraudsters? Chief Pan Sheng and another detective also lifted their eyes, staring intently at Lin Chuan. Without a doubt, this was the highlight of the entire case. Also, it was the most puzzling link. Lin Chuans demeanor was relaxed, he simply smiled, I just used this toy gun to scare them a bit. The toy gun was resting on the table. Chief Pan Sheng was startled, he picked up the toy gun, inspecting it meticulously, finding nothing special. It was a very ordinary toy gun, with no modifications whatsoever. Its lethality was almost negligible. He couldnt understand how a toy gun could deceive 15 fraudsters? In his many years of experience, he had never encountered such a situation! Lin Chuan looked at their expressions and laughed, The saying goes, The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting. I was merely playing a psychological game. These 15 were con artists themselves; they know that seeing isnt always believing. Plus, we were a bit distant at that moment, so they couldnt clearly see whether the gun in my hand was real or not. Hence, as long as I didnt shoot, the gun was real to them. Every gamer knows that when the enemys Zhong Kui is prowling around you, it causes an intangible pressure because you dont know when he will strike. But once he attacks, his deterrence plummets. This is the essence of psychological warfare. For the fraudsters, the gun represented a form of deterrence. Lin Chuan spoke casually, but the actual situation was dramatic and heart-pounding. Guo Mings expression shifted thoughtfully, Comrade Lin Chuan, could you perhaps recreate the scene for us? Recreate? Lin Chuan was taken aback. Yes! Guo Ming handed the toy gun to Lin Chuan, pretend Im a fraudster and show me how you did it. Lin Chuan glanced at Guo Ming and then took the gun. The moment the gun exchanged hands, Lin Chuans temperament changed. From a handsome and clean-cut youth, he transformed into a master of guns. His gaze was firm, his countenance indifferent. Cold, absolutely confident. Guo Ming was momentarily stunned by the transformation, and even the listening Chief Pan Sheng couldnt help but furrow his brows, his eyes firmly fixed on Lin Chuan. The toy gun began to spin in Lin Chuans hand. In an instant. The gun, as though it had come to life, continuously revolved around Lin Chuans fingers, following the motions of Lin Chuans arm as it extended, bent, raised, and loweredthe gun always spinning in his palm. Whoosh! Lin Chuans hand stopped, and the muzzle of the gun pointed squarely at Guo Mings forehead. The interrogation room fell silent. Deadly quiet! Chief Pan Shengs face went stiff. The detective taking notes froze, his pen stalled on the page. And Guo Ming couldnt help but swallow nervously. Putting himself in the shoes of a fraudster, he wondered how would he react facing Lin Chuan like this? A true swordsman could use anything as a sword, even flowers and leaves, and even just a twig could be turned from decay to magic in their hands. And Lin Chuan, he was like that true swordsman. In his hands, whether the gun was real or fake, it no longer mattered. It was roughly like that. Lin Chuan smiled, set down the toy gun, his expression natural and friendly. Guo Ming breathed a sigh of relief and gave Lin Chuan a thumbs up, You are a true king of guns. Youre too kind, Lin Chuan said modestly. The record was complete. In the meeting room of the Lincang Police Station. Chief Pan Sheng and Captain Guo Ming, along with several officers, compiled the statements of Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian, Xia Qingqing, the victims, and the fraudsters to reconstruct the entire sequence of events. Pan Sheng did not hide his admiration for Lin Chuan, This young fellow Lin Chuan has meticulous thinking, solid skills, decisive actions, and an extremely strong psychological quality. Hes naturally cut out to be a police officer! Yes, its just a pity he became a web novel writer, Guo Ming sighed. If we could recruit him into our Lincang Police Pan Sheng suddenly voiced a bold idea. Guo Mings eyes lit up, Director, are you saying? Immediately. Pan Sheng smiled to himself, shook his head, and said, Our Lincang Police Station, Im afraid, cannot accommodate such a big Buddha. He knew that the command to mobilize the Criminal Police Brigade to rescue Lin Chuan was directly issued from the Yundian Provincial Department. A normal web novel writer having the provincial department stirred up? Clearly impossible! So, Pan Sheng quickly discarded the somewhat childish idea. After restoring the facts of the case, Pan Sheng immediately reported upward and arranged for the publicity department to tout this case as a model of police and public solving a case together. On the other side. In the office of Han River Province, Zhong Chengming received the files from the Yundian Provincial Department and read them very carefully. A few minutes later. Zhong Chengming, wearing an administrative jacket, burst out laughing heartily, the wrinkles around his eyes clearly visible. Comrade Lin is indeed a talent! With just a toy gun between two people, daring to confront a crime gang of 15 people, they have even more guts than I did in my days! Not bad at all. Zhong Chengming looked at the file in his hands, nodding continuously, with a clear admiration for talent. Then, he glanced at a group photo on the desk. That was a photo of him and his son. Zhong Chengming sighed, If only you had half the ability of Lin Chuan, you would be considered to have inherited half of my skills; but unfortunately, instead of being a good cop, you went off to do archaeology. The night in Lincang was tranquil and beautiful. A few stars hung in the night sky, moonlight spilled on the ground, creating a world of silvery white. The street lamps, emitting a warm yellow light, illuminated the main thoroughfares bustling with traffic. After finishing their statements, Old Bai got his phone back, reported his safety to his family, and then insisted on treating Lin Chuan, Shen Qianqian, and Xia Qingqing to a meal. The three of them readily agreed. Over the meal, Lin Chuan and Old Bai grew much closer. Old Bai kept calling him brother, admiring Lin Chuan from the bottom of his heart. Yes, admiration! From the moment Lin Chuan showed up on that rural road, Bai Yang had decided that Lin Chuan was his brother. So much so, that when he returned to his hotel room, the first thing he did was open his phone and send two Alliance Hierarch rewards to Lin Chuans new book to boost its popularity. The second thing was to open Lin Chuans reader group. Brothers, I almost got tricked into the factory area! Old Bai sent a message. As an active member of the group who often gave out red packets, many readers remembered him. [Old Bai, whats wrong with you?] [Almost tricked into the factory area, were you scammed?] [Werent you going to meet your online love? How did you almost get tricked into the factory area?] [Right, you even posted a selfie bragging yesterday!] [] Old Bai, half-reclining on the hotel window with a white blanket over him, typed rapidly on his phones screen: Mr. Lin was right, online dating is risky. That little witch was a fraudster; she lured me to a secluded place, then some big guys pinned me down, took my phone, gagged me, and dragged me straight into a car. [Old Bai, is that true or are you making up stories for a novel?] [I dont believe it; if you were really caught, youd be in the factory area by now!] [Right, the factory area is so terrifying, how could you possibly have escaped?] [The author also said, the factory area is hell, a gathering place of demons!] [Too fake!] [] The friends in the reader group raised their doubts one after another. I knew you wouldnt believe me, but look what this is? Old Bai replied at once and sent two photos. One was a photo of him at the Lincang Police Station. The other was a case filing notification from the Lincang Police Station. Those two images immediately caused a sensation in the group. Being a spectator is a natural human instinct. [My goodness, youre serious?] [Case filing notification is here!] [Lincang, isnt that a small border city in Yundian Province?] [Old Bai, your ancestors must be producing green smoke; to think you escaped from the hands of a fraud gang!] [] The group was especially active at night. Group friends discussed back and forth. Old Bai continued, I thought for sure I was a goner, but then I met my actual brother C you guys will never guess who! It was my brother who rescued me! [Dont tell me its the suspect Mr. Lin!] [Hey, wasnt Mr. Lin at Yundian University a few days ago?] [I remember, he seems to have gone to Lincang today, Old Bai, was it Mr. Lin who saved you?] Old Bai wanted to keep them hanging, but these guys guessed the answer right away: Youre so smart, I didnt think youd figure it out. [Old Bai, thats a bit far-fetched!] [How could Mr. Lin save you from the fraud gang?] [Are you in cahoots with the suspect Mr. Lin?] [Lin Chuan himself just escaped from the factory area, how could he save you as well?] [] I knew you wouldnt believe it, take a look at this video, said Old Bai, and he immediately forwarded a video just released by the Lincang Police to the group. Chapter 109 - Chapter 109: Chapter 107: The Web Novel Writer on the Trending List (Please Subscribe) Chapter 109: Chapter 107: The Web Novel Writer on the Trending List (Please Subscribe) Lin Chuans reader group. Abiding by the law is everyones responsibility. As a loyal fan of Lin Chuan, Old Bai felt obliged to clear his brothers name, and thus, a video just released by the Lincang Police appeared in the group chat. [Hey, Old Bai, whats with the video you posted?] [Dont tell me you and Mr. Lin are starring in a drama, giving it your all in a performance.] [Hold on, everyone go and check it out!] [Video Publisher: Lincang Police Station.] [] Group members immediately clicked on it. Video Title985 Masters graduate ensnared in online romance scam, narrowly escapes death. In the frame, one can see an interview room at a police station, where a person with somewhat messy hair is being interviewed. Their face is partially pixelated. In the lower left corner, a caption appears: Victim, Mr. Bai. You have a good understanding of scamming techniques and were on guard, so why did you still follow your online girlfriends suggestion and go to a remote corner? Asked the interviewer. In the video, Mr. Bai seemed a bit awkward, and after hesitating, he replied: She and I met in person the day before, and she was as beautiful and gentle as she was online, completely submissive to me. Throughout the entire day, she didnt show any signs of abnormality, so I let my guard down a bit. Second, when we came here, she proposed going to a quiet place as she had something to tell me. I didnt really want to go, but the way she enticed me, I found it hard to resist At this point. The group members collectively sent question marks. [?????] [Old Bai, can you go into detail about how she seduced you?] [I didnt want to go!] [Cant resist Bai!] [Old Bai, youre really something!] [Not wanting to go is your lie!] [] Seeing the groups reaction, Old Bais face darkened: Wrong video, wrong one, this is it. The Lincang Police acted so swiftly, releasing two videos in a short period, causing Old Bai to mistakenly click the wrong one. Old Bai promptly revisited the Lincang Polices video page, selected the one about Lin Chuan, and shared it to the reader group. Video TitleWeb novel writer heroically rescues, effortlessly subduing fraud ring! [I recognize every word in this title, but putting them together, I cant quite understand it!] [I cant understand it either!] [Im also stumped, utterly bewildered!] [Its absurd, the words web novel writer, heroic rescue, subduing fraud ringcan they even be associated?] [If the publisher of this video werent Lincang Police, Id already be questioning it.] [] The readers, half in doubt, clicked on the video after looking at the publisher. In the video. The very first scene is of Lin Chuan in an interview room, not showing his face, twirling a gun, the editing and close-ups akin to a movie, which left the readers momentarily stunned. Then, the voice-over narration began. Notice this man, Shuai. He is an ordinary web novel writer, spending each day immersed in his writing. But dont underestimate him, this web novel writer is not ordinary. Using his own abilities, he stopped an international fraud crime, subdued 15 fraudsters, and rescued 12 victims. At that moment, the video showed a still photo from that rural road scene, taken from a distance. A country road, two trucks, a man and a woman standing, side profiles, their faces unclear, and in front of them, fifteen people huddled and squatting down. The narration continued. It all started when Shuais novel reader Bai met his online love interest in person, only to become a victim of her scam. In desperation, Bai sent a distress message to Shuai. Shuai decisively embarked on a mission to rescue. The videos progress bar reached the end, and it finished playing, but the readers holding their phones were still in shock. After a while, the readers came back to their senses. [Damn, Mr. Lin, are you for real?] [Is this video really released by Lincang Police?] [Isnt this a bit too outrageous?] [Youre really daring, Mr. Lin, messing with a fraud ring!] [@Mr. Lin, didnt you just escape from the factory area? Are you now on a revenge spree?] [Old Bai, what were you up to when Mr. Lin was going on a rampage?] [A meek inquiry, isnt Mr. Lins main occupation a web novel writer?] [] Incredulous messages flooded the reader group, creating a wave of chatter. Suddenly the group messages shot up to 99+. A smile appeared on Old Bais face as he continued to post: See, didnt I tell you so? [Old Bai, I suddenly feel a bit safer, whats going on?] [Suspect Mr. Lin, are you doing this to atone for your crimes?] [@Mr. Lin, big shot author, come out and say something!] [Mr. Lin, this side of you feels so unfamiliar.] [Author, you sneakily took down a fraud ring, not in vain for Qianqian promoting your book these past days!] [Ill go tell Qianqian, lest she gets slandered by those navy trolls.] [Im also going to confront those anti-fans!] Quick Shake live streaming. Su Qianqians live streaming room. Tonight, Su Qianqian started her live stream as usual. She wore a pink chiffon blouse, her hair in a bun, with soft makeup accentuating her gentle charm. Tonight Ill continue to recommend Mr. Lins book All-In. Ive been following it for three days, and now its approaching 90,000 words, its time for everyone to check it out. In recent days. Although there were people accusing Lin Chuans All-In of plagiarism, Su Qianqian, as a professional reading blogger, could tell that Lin Chuan was not plagiarizing. She noticed upon careful reading that All-In and Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, both present the first-person perspective of being duped into a factory and becoming a fraud salesman, have fundamental differences. The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area emphasizes reality. In its authors words, its 100% authentic to the factory life. Its characters, events, and objects are also adapted from real cases. But beyond that, it was lacking in many flavors. As for Lin Chuans All-In, in Su Qianqians view, it was not just realistic, but also contained much deeper contemplation about fraud. It didnt simply expose the ins and outs of the scams, it fully showcased the specific operations of a factory area, revealing the entire industry chain of overseas internet fraud. Every detail was deeply carved into the narrative. This was precisely why Su Qianqian preferred All-In over the others. In the live-stream room, viewers bullet comments floated across. [Qianqian, can I touch your bun hairdo?] [Im also reading this book, didnt expect my wife to share my taste.] [Quit daydreaming, Qianqian is in my arms reading the book.] [Ha! The host is still promoting a plagiarized book, Im unfollowing!] [Qianqian, my dear, stop promoting this book. That author stole someone elses creative work!] [Qianqian, I used to like you quite a bit, now Im somewhat disappointed in you.] [] Su Qianqian was never fond of dealing with those anti-fans and trolls. However, over three consecutive nights, these anti-fans and trolls were causing trouble in her live-stream room, so after glancing at the floating comments, Su Qianqian, with a smile on her face, retorted, Why do you say Mr. Lins book is plagiarism? Could being two hours late in publishing be evidence of plagiarism? Wheres the color comparison chart? A color comparison chart means comparing two articles side by side, using brightly colored markers to highlight identical sentences in a tabular form, to determine whether an article is plagiarized. The anti-fans immediately replied. [Why would we need a color comparison chart?] [Qianqian, its clear to anyone with eyes, Mr. Lin covers multiple industries in his novel, each described so meticulously, I cant believe he could achieve this!] [Even if his previous books might be explainable, how about All-In? Does he dare to claim he escaped from a factory area too?] [Obviously, only someone like Ming, who escaped from the factory, could have written this book!] With a smile, Su Qianqian countered, So a novel about anti-fraud only gains recognition if its written by someone who escaped from a factory area? Cant others write from this perspective? The anti-fans clung to this point and refused to let go. In the live-stream room. The anti-fans, rarely seeing Su Qianqian respond to them consecutively, felt immensely satisfied, their fingers swiftly dancing on the keyboards. [Host, youre equivocating. Im talking about Mr. Lin plagiarizing, plagiarizing!] [Ming has authentic experiences, does Mr. Lin have any similar experiences?] [Clearly he doesnt!] [Dont even say he hasnt been tricked into a factory by fraudsters; he doesnt even have any experience dealing with fraud gangs!] [Right, without any experience, it is absolutely impossible to write such novels!] [] Su Qianqian raised her clear and pure eyes, pondering momentarily, How do you know Mr. Lin hasnt had such experiences? [If he had such experience, why didnt he come out to respond?] [Hes feeling guilty, hes scared!] [Hes afraid of digging himself deeper, so hed rather be a coward!] [If he didnt plagiarize, he would have issued a statement right away!] [Is he going to send a cease-and-desist letter? Im so scared!] [] In the live-stream room, the anti-fans claims grew more and more exaggerated. Su Qianqian shook her head reluctantly. Indeed, it was impossible to reason with anti-fans. No matter what others say, they just bite down on one point and think they have won. As for logic, as for evidence In the virtual online world, its hard to find an anti-fan who uses logic and evidence. If he used logic and evidence, would he still be an anti-fan? [Qianqian, my dear, dont argue with them, its futile.] [They are paid to do a job, no matter what you say, theyll insist its plagiarism.] [Five cents per negative comment, thats what hiring trolls is about!] [Qianqian, Im here!] [Qianqian, my cutie, I came here from Mr. Lins fan group, Ive brought good news!] [Me too, Lin Chuan, the crime suspect, is silently accomplishing big things!] [Anti-fans, come out and talk!] [Anti-fans, lets have a showdown!] [Count me in!] [] In front of the computer, Su Qianqian looked at the sudden emergence of a bunch of Mr. Lins fans, her expression slightly startled. These days, some of Mr. Lins fans were also in her live-stream room, but when arguing with anti-fans they always seemed to fall short. Rarely did they appear as they did now. Full of confidence and assertiveness. Could it be that they had an ace up their sleeve? What big silent deed has Mr. Lin been doing recently? Su Qianqian asked with a smile. Lin Chuans readers immediately responded. [Mr. Lin has been traveling in Yundian recently; hes in Lincang today.] [Let me enlighten everyone!] [Lincang, a small border city, connects to the Myanmar area on its southwest side, featuring beautiful scenery and a great tourist city.] Lincang? Su Qianqian frowned slightly, so Mr. Lin had gone traveling, no wonder he hadnt been seen responding to this issue for the past few days. The anti-fans reacted swiftly. [What big things could he possibly do by traveling to Lincang in silence?] [Maybe he knew he was accused of plagiarizing, so he went near the border to find inspiration!] [Hahaha, looking for inspiration, cant hold back anymore!] [What if the fraud gang targets him, then hell really end up in a factory area, hahaha] Before Su Qianqian could reply. Lin Chuans loyal readers began to go into berserk mode. [Little anti-fans, go check out whos topping the trending search list for web novel writers!] [The fraud gang targeting Mr. Lin is behind bars!] [Who dares say Mr. Lin hasnt had encounters with fraud gangs?] [Mr. Lin deals with them hardcore!] [Little anti-fans, open your eyes to the world] [See what a god-tier web novel writer is like!] Watching the two factions in her live-stream room, Su Qianqian frowned slightly, a confused look appearing on her face, A web novel writer has made the hot search list? Chapter 110 - Chapter 110: Chapter 108: A Monarch Welcomes His Moment of Zenith (Please Subscribe) Chapter 110: Chapter 108: A Monarch Welcomes His Moment of Zenith (Please Subscribe) [Yes! Qianqian, honey, you gotta check out the trending search list!] [After seeing that post by the web novel writer on the trending search list, I guarantee all the anti-fans will shut up!] [Any anti-fans live streaming? I just cant wait to see your stunned faces.] [] Inside the live broadcast room. Su Qianqian skeptically opened the trending search list on the Kuaidou live streaming video platform. >[Top] Striving relentlessly, composing new chapters in our era! >[Top] Anti-fraud essay competition ongoingWho will be the king of anti-fraud literature? >During the May Day holiday, is it about the views or the people? (Hot Discussion) >Current situation at various tourist spots during May Day holiday >Awaken, MAN! >N ways to kick off your May Day holiday >Looking at the world with the eyes of the new era? (Hot Discussion) >This May Day holiday, a web novel writer arrested a criminal gang (New) >Can you believe it, a fraudster group was scammed by a web novel writer! (New) The trending search list of the Kuaidou platform was displayed before the eyes of the audience in the live broadcast room. Everyones gaze sharpened, focusing on the last two hot searches. Su Qianqian frowned, hovered the mouse over the trending topic, and slowly read it out, her voice filled with utter disbelief, This May Day holiday, a web novel writer arrested a criminal gang? Hiss! After reading it, she propped her chin with her left hand, a full expression of incredulity on her face. The audience in the live broadcast room felt the same. [This hot search mustve been bought, right?] [Marketing! Definitely marketing!] [A hot search like this screams fake at first glance!] [Only a web novel writer could come up with such a hot topic, who the hell would believe that?] [Cutting-edge stuff, eye-opening!] [] Su Qianqian chuckled after inspecting the list a bit more. As a seasoned host, she wouldnt jump to conclusions. After all, phrases like pour Auntie a cup of cappuccino, I can beat you with just 17 cards, Ill eat this computer screen right now were still circulating. Whether it was true or false, you wouldnt know until you clicked to check it out. Su Qianqians slender index finger gently clicked the mouse, on the link to the hot search web novel writer arrests a criminal gang, and it jumped to a new page. At the top of the page was a video. Video titleWeb Novel Writers Epic Rescue, Single-handedly Subdues Fraudster Gang! Publisher: Lincang Police. Likes: 50k+ Views: 300k+ Seeing the name of the publisher, Lincang Police, Su Qianqian couldnt help but frown and her expression froze, Did Mr. Lin really arrest a fraudster gang? The trolls and lurkers in the live room tactically shut their mouths. What if? What was previously a noisy and chaotic live room fell into a rare silence due to one video. Su Qianqian also revealed a bright smile, like a refreshing breeze after the rain in Jiangnan, caressing the drooping willows on the shore, stirring gentle ripples on the river, spreading outwards, circle by circle. Then, like the audience in the live room, she focused her gaze on the video. Pay attention, this mans name is Shuai. Alone, he stopped a transnational fraud crime, subdued 15 fraudsters, and rescued 12 victims. In the live broadcast room, barrage comments riddled with question marks flew up. [????] [Whats with this twist? Are the polices Kuaidou accounts getting in on the act now?] [That gun-flipping scene, its like Hua Zis signature move!] [Can I say this seems a bit too wild?] [Disclaimer: Im just a bystander, but single-handedly? That sounds way too fake, right?] [Does it feel like theyre shooting a movie?] Su Qianqian watched quietly without speaking. She believed that Lin Chuan hadnt plagiarized, but the commentary in the video indeed seemed a bit exaggerated to her. How could a web novel writer single-handedly subdue 15 fraudsters? Yet as the video played. The true nature of the event slowly unfolded before her eyes. One of the photos. 15 fraudsters were squatting in front of Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian, heads in hands, their eyes full of unease and panic, as if they were mice that saw a cat. Plus the interrogation by Guo Ming, captain of Lincang Criminal Police Brigade, along with Shen Qianqian and Old Bai. The arrest of criminal gang incident was displayed in its entirety in the live room. Hiss! After watching it, Su Qianqian couldnt help but inhale sharply, sighing, Reality is far more exciting than fiction! Inside the live broadcast room. The viewers wore faces filled with life-doubting expressions. [Is this guy really a web novel writer?] [He must be an elite in the police force who moonlights as a novelist.] [Considering his skills and mental fortitude, I suspect hes truly pulled off fraud before!] [Subduing 15 fraudsters with a toy gun, if he had a real gun, I cant even imagine!] [Damn, confident men are so handsome!] [How do you know hes handsome if he didnt show his face?] [Im already smitten and he hasnt even shown his face; what more if he does?] [Ive seen Mr. Lin, hes really handsome!] [And who are you? Im a graduate student with a masters degree from a 985 university, an eyewitness of the incident!] [So youre the Bai who got scammed in a cyber love affair and couldnt control yourself?] [I dont understand what youre saying, Im gone, bye!] [] In the live broadcast room, the trolls fell silent. This wasnt just a losing battle anymore. Criticizing Lin Chuan for plagiarizing, because he hadnt experienced life in the factory area and hadnt dealt with fraudster groups. But what about him? He took advantage of the May Day holiday to travel to Yundian Lincang, where he pulled off a high-end maneuver: with a toy gun, he scared fifteen fraudsters into surrendering to the law. Its estimated that those fifteen fraudsters, even when they wake up in the middle of the night to pee, would smack themselves twice and then curse themselves, Idiot, it was a toy gun! At this moment. Su Qianqians face broke into a radiant smile, her eyelashes fluttering gently, her eyes curving into crescents: Okay, lets see what the author of All-In has written in the new chapter about catching the scam gang. She smiled brightly, feeling a sense of joy in her heart. It wasnt just because the anti-fans had shut up, but also because the author of the work she liked had proved himself through actual action. Even though this action was very thrilling and risky. But this way of proving oneself was quite to Su Qianqians taste. Simple and violent. Su Qianqian suddenly remembered that Youyou, who had been in frequent contact with her these past few days, might not yet know about this, so she immediately drafted a message and sent it to Youyou. Modu. The night was bustling, neon lights flickering. Youyou stood on the balcony in an oversized T-shirt, the boisterous wind blowing, holding a mobile phone in her hand, which transmitted the voice of the editor-in-chief: Youyou, youd better get Mr. Lin to issue a clarification statement quickly. Weve had too many reports these past few days, and the orientation of public opinion is very negative. Okay, Ill handle it right away. Youyou sighed. Alas These readers, who came out of nowhere, had gone crazy, reporting Lin Chuan incessantly. Not only did they report him on Sailing Novel, but they also filed reports on the Anti-Fraud Centers website. As a result, the relevant staff members at the Anti-Fraud Center pressured Sailing Novel. Fortunately, Youyou fought hard and reassured the editor-in-chief multiple times, promising to submit an explanation to the Anti-Fraud Center on behalf of Sailing Novel. But due to the rampant plagiarism, most readers who had read Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area were reluctant to click into Lin Chuans All-In. Meanwhile, Ming was doing a live broadcast on Fast Shake. Riding on the gimmick of real-life experience of being duped into a factory area, his book received loads of traffic daily and had already ranked first in the anti-fraud novel section. Lin Chuans All-In was at 98th place, barely hanging within the top hundred. Only the top hundred could advance to the next round. At this moment, the summer nights breeze suddenly felt chilling, and Youyou let out a soft sigh, ready to discuss strategies with Lin Chuan on her mobile phone. Suddenly. Ding Dong Ding Dong Su Qianqian sent her a message: Youyou, Mr. Lin is on the hot search. Youyou leaned on the balcony railing, her face registering surprise. Lin Chuan is on the hot search? What big thing has he done now? Without much thought, she immediately opened the Fast Shake app and quickly scanned the hot search list for items related to Lin Chuan. Out of the top 50 hot searches, she filtered out four. >During the May Day holiday, this web novel writer arrested a crime gang (Hot Topic) >Can you believe it, a fraud gang was scammed by a web novel writer! >Mr. Lin, Ming, which one is the web novel writer who escaped the factory area (New) >All-In (New) Hisss! Youyous eyes widened. Afterward, she immediately clicked on every trending search related to Lin Chuan. Video after video, comment after comment flashed before her eyes. She couldnt help but smile, incessantly tapping the like button. Until a notification popped up: You are operating too frequently, please try again later. It was then that Youyou walked back into her room from the balcony and lay on the soft, huge bed, with her bare feet up in the air. She placed her phone in front of her, a smile covering her face, and sent Lin Chuan a message: Babe~ you did so well! /rose.jpg The phone quickly rang with the ding-dong ding-dong of a message notification, it was Lin Chuan replying: Youyou, you know already? Youyou pursed her lips, beaming with joy, Of course, I know. You didnt get hurt, did you? Elsewhere. Lin Chuan was staying at a guesthouse in Lincang City, sniffing the aroma of blue jacaranda coming in through the window. He smiled and replied, No worries, they surrendered before I even made a move. Haha, Babe~ you are really too cool! Youyou laughed brightly. Since the beginning of May, she had been caught up in somewhat gloomy weather, constantly thinking of ways to deal with the plagiarism scandal, but to little avail. Finally, tonight, Lin Chuan had given her some good news! He had really gone and taken down a fraud ring! This undoubtedly was a huge relief pill Lin Chuan gave her! The fraud gang had been taken down by Lin Chuan, and Lin Chuan had also demonstrated extraordinary courage and tacticswho would dare to accuse him of plagiarism now? The trending searches were up, so the traffic was there! Awesome! Youyou was so happy her two delicate white feet were wiggling. Lin Chuan, half-reclining in bed and seeing Youyous praise, felt a small sense of satisfaction. He replied, I am a bit of a modest charmer. /haha.jpg That night. Massive amounts of traffic poured into Lin Chuans All-In, its ranking soared rapidly, emerging like a dark horse out of nowhere. But it wasnt a dark horse; it was more like a king, having its moment of peak. The night grew denser. The dark night sky enveloped the earth, the moon shone cold and clear, and a seemingly abandoned factory on the outskirts lay in silence. Outside the factory, weeds grew in disarray, the night breeze did not seem gentle here; it was more like a ghost rustling through the weeds, swaying the shadows of the trees, making a soft, rustling sound, desolate and lonely. Where there is joy, there is also sorrow. Inside the factory. A bald man in a black shirt sat in an office on the top floor, his face fierce, cursing angrily: Idiots! Idiots! All fifteen of them caught, what the hell happened!? He was Sister Meis boss, also the head of this factory area, Old Bao. This afternoon, he waited at the usual spot for Sister Mei to come and deliver the goods, but instead of Sister Mei, he almost ran into the armed police. Luckily he ran fast, otherwise, he wouldnt know where he might be now. They had just returned to the factory area not long ago. At this moment. In front of Old Bao stood his underling, Mi, his gaunt face betraying a trace of panic: Boss, I just scouted the network for intelligence on that side, everything was planned out well, but suddenly someone appeared and caught them all. The boss of the factory area, Old Bao, wrinkled his brows: One person? Mi looked distressed but nodded: Yes! Fifteen people, taken down by one person, such idiots! Old Bao couldnt help but curse again, Find out who did it, immediately. Weve already found out. Mi tremblingly placed a tablet in front of Old Bao. Old Bao lit a cigarette, cocked it at the corner of his mouth, and narrowed his eyes, his gaze landing on the tablet that was playing a video, his voice cold, A web novel writer dares to meddle in my factorys affairs!? Chapter 111 - Chapter 111: Chapter 109 The Fish Has Taken the Bait (Please Subscribe) Chapter 111: Chapter 109 The Fish Has Taken the Bait (Please Subscribe) In the factory area. The light in the top-floor office was not bright, somewhat dim, casting a slightly gruesome shadow on Old Baos face. He stared at the video on the tablet, took a harsh drag of his cigarette, and finally exhaled the smoke onto Mis face, Can you find his information? Yes! Mi nodded immediately, opened a file on the tablet, and said, Ive already ordered several technicians to look into his information. Heres what they found. Old Bao looked at the information on the file. [Pen name: Mr. Lin.] [Works: Thief, Swindler, This Assassin Is Too Professional, Hacker Kingdom, All-In.] In a short time, only the information related to Lin Chuan the writer was found. Mi pointed to All-In and said, This book is his participation in the anti-fraud essay event held over there. Its said to be plagiarized from another book The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area. You know the author, boss, Ming. Upon hearing the name Ming, Old Bao immediately furrowed his brows, Ming, is it the one who escaped? Yes, thats him. Mi nodded, Hes now doing live streams online, and he wrote this book, which even has characters based on us. Its quite popular among readers. Old Bao turned around, crushing the cigarette butt viciously in the ashtray, and said in a fierce tone, He escaped, and then exposed all my secrets? Yes, as of now, only his and Mr. Lins novels have thoroughly exposed some of our factory areas secrets. Mi responded. The whole office was silent, and the night seemed even more sinister. The wind blew, only to circle around and escape with panicked whimpers. After a while. Old Bao sat in his leather chair, one hand propping up his forehead, The anti-fraud propaganda is increasing over there and its getting harder to deceive the foolish pigs. Yes, Mi responded with a single word. Ming and the other web novel writer Mr. Lin. Old Bao narrowed his eyes, Yes, those two men, how do you think we should deal with them? Mi, feeling nervous looking at Old Baos demeanor, suggested, Take them out? Hmm. Old Baos face darkened as he replied with a hum. Swallowing hard, Mi said, Ill immediately find someone to prepare for action. Snap! Old Bao slapped Mis gaunt cheek, cursing, Fool! If we take him out now, wouldnt it be a clear sign to them that we did it? Please instruct me, boss, Mi said, wincing in pain but immediately speaking with respect. Wait until Mr. Lins heat has died down, then we can take him out! Old Baos face looked very grim. Yes, boss. Mi responded. Old Bao continued, Before that, deal with the books they have written first. Our secrets are nearly fully exposed; it will be difficult to deceive those fools in the future! The factory areas business mainly involved carrying out fraud through the internet. The form of anti-fraud essay promotion would cause more people to deepen their understanding of internet fraud. How should we deal with it? Mi asked. You collate some evidence of Mings crimes and forge some criminal evidence for Mr. Lin, then report it to the Cyberspace Administration over there. Buy some troll accounts too; they will naturally run into trouble, Old Bao said with a cold laugh. Realizing what Old Bao meant, Mi immediately praised, Boss, thats brilliant, truly brilliant! Also, continue to investigate that Mr. Lin. Before we take him out, lets collect some interest, see if theres any suitable fish around him, Old Bao instructed further. Yes, boss. Mi immediately left the office to carry out the orders. It wasnt long before. Mi hurried back hectically, his face beaming with joy, Boss, one of our guys has hooked a fish, and its just related to that web novel writer. The fish has taken the bait. The night quietly faded away. At dawn, the golden sunrays pierced through the clouds, showering the land of Yundian Lincang with a tranquil and natural light. Lincang was indeed a city worth visiting. In the early morning, Lin Chuan walked on the slightly moistened bluestone pavement, gazing at the distant Dali mountains enveloped in mist, where a temple stood among the mountains, its bells echoing through the empty valleys. By his side were the two beautiful sisters, walking under the warm sun, looking particularly bright and vivid. The breeze was gentle, the atmosphere peaceful and lovely. Perhaps, this is the meaning of travel. But beautiful moments always pass unknowingly and quickly; in the blink of an eye, its time to return. On the afternoon of May 5. The trio from Lincang arrived at Dali Airport. The passenger plane soared across the clear blue sky, flying from Yundian Dali back to Han River Anling. Their seats were the same as on the way there. Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing sat on either side, with Lin Chuan in the middle. The flight back was quite long. After two days of tourism, Shen Qianqian and Xia Qingqing seemed a bit tired. Considering they had work the next day, they unintentionally leaned on Lin Chuans shoulders and fell asleep. Lin Chuan, unable to move, and without other forms of entertainment, summoned the system panel he hadnt called up for a long time. [Work: All-In.] [Current Status: Ongoing.] [Popularity Value (Average Subscription): 0/10000.] [Notice: No paid chapters have been released yet, therefore Popularity Value (Average Subscription) is 0. All-In has a total word count of 800k, with an estimated 600k words for paid chapters, which means around 280 chapters required for a total subscription of 280w to meet the Popularity Value (Average Subscription) requirement, and to start the next professional life experience.] [Current Collection Count: 155278.] Ten thousand average subscriptions; there is a long way to go, Lin Chuan muttered to himself. Indeed, the system did not calculate average subscriptions based on the already released paid chapters but based on the total number of paid chapters in the entire book. For instance, in the current situation of All-In, it required a total subscription of 280w to meet the standard. Luckily, After a few days of fermenting, the arresting the fraud ring incident brought a deluge of traffic to Lin Chuans All-In, skyrocketing the collection by 15w+. When paid VIP chapters are released, All-In should quickly achieve the total subscription of 280w necessary. Theres another piece of good news. That is, All-In has now risen to second place in the anti-fraud themed novel section. [1- The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, Ming.] [2- All-In, Mr. Lin.] [3- A World Without Fraud, Handon.] Ming started promoting early and immediately captured a large volume of traffic. Handon, using the gimmick of being scammed out of three million, also garnered a considerable amount of traffic. However, it was only a matter of time before Lin Chuan rose to first place. After all, this surge of traffic was enormous. Advancing to the next round in June should yield good results, and maybe even lead to an adaptation, Lin Chuan had a certain longing for adaption. Every writer wishes for their work to be adapted. Its not just about the royalties, but also the markets recognition of their work, and only then can one truly be called a writer. Before that, you can only be called an author. Although there is only a one-word difference between the two, there is a great distinction. Lin Chuan reminisced about how his mother struggled to explain his job to relatives and friends, the reason being he was just a web novel writer. Web novel writers are at the very bottom of the literary scenes hierarchy of contempt. In terms of social recognition, they are often classified alongside the idle and unemployed. His mother often arranged blind dates for him, but the moment the ladies heard Lin Chuan was a web novel writer, they would block him outright. However, Lin Chuan was lucky to have met a few girls who recognized his profession. This was rare, but also somewhat troubling. Web novels, company, life the road ahead is long. Its only just beginning, concluded Lin Chuan. As for web novels, he was currently at the stage of climbing towards the milestone of ten thousand subscriptions. The company, the newly registered 720 Network Security Company, was slowly getting on track with Little Landladys planningraising brand awareness and developing anti-fraud apps. But it was still a far cry from Lin Chuans goal of acquiring Sailing Novel. After all, Sailing Novel was worth tens of billions. Unnoticed, the plane had already entered Han River Province and landed at Anling Airport. The twilight glow spread over the old district, like an old vinyl record, playing the familiar melodies of memories. Lin Chuan had just entered the gate of his rental place when a series of loud knocks on the door began and a familiar voice called out, Chairman, open the door! Lin Chuan opened the iron gate and smiled, Little Landlady, what brings you here? Im here to report to work. Little Landlady stood outside the door, dressed in a light gray skirt that fell just above her knees, wearing white sneakers. It wasnt a skinny type of leg that she showed off; there was a bit of fleshiness in the firmness. She had applied a light makeup, her eyebrows exquisitely painted, and her cheeks delicate. She carried a bag in her hand, which contained several lunch boxes. Lin Chuan took the lunch boxes, How did you know I hadnt eaten? Its takeout I ordered for myself. Since you just happened to be back, its your lucky day, Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin said with a laugh, finding a clumsy excuse. Come in, Lin Chuan touched his stomach, indeed hungry, and placed the lunch boxes on the table. Little Landlady sat across from Lin Chuan with a beaming smile, asking, Chairman, was Yundian fun? It was quite nice, Lin Chuan said, taking a bite of vegetables. Next time you have an operation, can you take me with you? I can do the recording, Little Landlady said with a smile. Record? What recording? Lin Chuan was taken aback and asked. Didnt you catch a fraud ring in Lincang? But I cant find any footage of you online. I wanted to see you in action, and its not possible, Little Landlady pouted. Lin Chuan smiled, You know about fraud rings. What if I cant pay attention to you? What then? Would you really not pay attention to me? Little Landlady pursed her lips. Youre the financial director of the company, a pillar of strengthyou cant collapse! Lin Chuan laughed, These dishes taste good. Where did you order them from? Hee hee Theyre not takeout; I made them. Little Landladys face lit up with a radiant smile. You made them? Lin Chuan was surprised and skeptically eyed Little Landlady, You can cook? I recently read in the news about some restaurants unsanitary conditions, so I decided to learn a bit. I cooked these few dishes today and brought them all to you, Little Landlady said, her playful smile adorning her face. Then Im in for a treat tonight, Lin Chuan said with a smile, then looked at Little Landlady and asked, If you cooked all this for me, what about Old Zhang? Old Zhang hes gone off to be in love, barely ever at home these days, Little Landlady said with a moue. In love? Lin Chuans hand, in the midst of serving himself more food, stiffened as his expression turned blank. Little Landlady grew up in a single-parent family, and Lin Chuan had never heard anything about her mother. In all his time renting here, he had never heard about any woman in Old Zhangs life. And now, unexpectedly, he was in a relationship. But Little Landlady had grown up, so it was normal for Old Zhang to find love at this point. Yeah, he said someone from the Anti-Gambling Association introduced her to him. Shes in her thirties, but I havent met her yet, so I dont know what shes like, Little Landlady said softly. You dont object, do you? Lin Chuan asked. Of course not. Its about time Old Zhang found someone, but hes always out, and with you not around, I feel uneasy when Im alone, Little Landlady sighed. Next time, ask Old Zhang to bring his partner home, so you can check her out, Lin Chuan suggested with a laugh. Okay, Little Landlady nodded, then said with a smile, Will you join me at that time? Im not very good at judging people. No problem, Im pretty accurate at assessing people, Lin Chuan laughed heartily. Little Landlady smiled sincerely, Ill ask Old Zhang about it in the next few days and have him bring her over for you to check her out. Chapter 112 - Chapter 112: Chapter 110: Sudden Incident! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 112: Chapter 110: Sudden Incident! (Please Subscribe) May 6th, early morning. The sky gradually turned a light blue, and the morning light fell unobstructed on the urban area of Anling City, casting golden glows on the streets and alleys that were starting to bustle, and on the tender green branches and leaves still dotted with dew. The birds on the branches also began chirping, their voices carried away by the wind. Monday, the time to return to work after the holidays. Lin Chuan was no exception, he was also forced to go to work. Because, during this time, the Little Landlady had already allowed the renovation team to complete the makeover of the office floor in the Zhongcheng Building, located in the Qingxiu District. Chairman, wake up! Bang, bang, bang! The Little Landlady banged heavily on the iron door, waking Lin Chuan from his sleep. Ughcoming, Lin Chuan rubbed his bleary eyes, sat up, got out of bed, opened the iron door to let the Little Landlady in, and then quickly washed up and changed clothes. The Little Landlady then hurriedly dragged Lin Chuan downstairs. When it came to the 720 Network Security Company, the Little Landlady was much more devoted than Lin Chuan. And sure enough, the Little Landlady rode the electric scooter at a speed of over 60 mph. Chairman, today is the grand day you officially take on the role of Chairman of the 720 Network Security Company. Why arent you a bit more enthusiastic? the Little Landlady asked, smiling with her helmet on. Lin Chuan, now more awake with the wind whistling by, replied, Have you ever seen a chairman ride in the backseat of an electric scooter to work? Thats true, other chairmen have Rolls-Royces, Maybachs, but we definitely cant afford that right now. Why dont you pick a less expensive mode of transport, like a BBA 56E? The Little Landlady grinned. Lin Chuan was taken aback: Little Landlady, are you that rich? Well, you already call me the Landlady, Zhang Xinxin laughed heartily. Im almost supported by you, Lin Chuan quipped. Youre not happy with that? Zhang Xinxin slowed down the scooters speed, If youre not happy, I can support someone younger. No, youre my benefactor! Lin Chuan grinned. Then can you hug your benefactor tightly? Im going to speed up! The Little Landlady twisted the throttle, and the speed soared to over 60 mph. 60 mph was the limit for the electric scooter, not the Little Landladys limit. Youve learned some bad habits. Lin Chuan, pushed back by the inertia, leaned back instinctively and wrapped his arms around the Little Landladys waist. Despite the Little Landladys tight, shapely legs, baby-faced cheeks, and curvaceous figure, her waist was free of any spare tires or fat. However, Lin Chuan didnt take advantage and quickly moved his hands to rest on the Little Landladys shoulders. Before long, They arrived at Zhongcheng Building, 16th floor. This was the location of the 720 Network Security Company. Lets go, Chairman. The Little Landlady led Lin Chuan inside to officially take up the position of chairman. As for a grand opening ceremony for the company, Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady had discussed it and decided it was too much hassle; plus, given the companys small size at the moment, they decided to forgo it. Stepping into the company, Lin Chuan was able to appreciate the Little Landladys substantial financial power. The company covered an area of over 800 square meters, decorated in a minimalistic and bright style, with a full set of infrastructure. Just by looking at the surface, it could already rival some of the medium-sized network security companies. Little Landlady, is this floor really yours? Lin Chuan asked. Yes, The Little Landlady nodded, This plot of land was originally my familys. The developer of this building later ran into financial trouble and mortgaged this floor to Old Zhang, registering it in my name. Lin Chuan stared at the Little Landlady intently. Who would have thought that this girl, who used to stay in the battered Happiness Community supermarket all day watching short videos, turned out to be a super-rich heiress from Rome. If I only relied on my own efforts, when would I be able to buy this floor to start a company, in the year of the monkey or the year of the horse? Shit! Being supported by a woman sure tastes good! Ah spit, being supported is also part of the effort! My achievements today as Lin Chuan are all thanks to my own hard work Little Landlady, raise my allowance! Stop daydreaming, and look at your office. The Little Landlady smiled, took Lin Chuans arm, and headed towards the CEOs office. As soon as they entered, they saw the spacious office with its semi-traditional Chinese decor; to the right was a wooden sofa and tea table, and straight ahead floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of Anling Citys urban scenery. To the left stood a large desk, adorned with a computer and keyboard. You can work and write here. Theres also a little room here, if you get tired of working, where you can rest. The Little Landlady pushed open a small door sequestered by an office screen, revealing a bed inside, already made with bedding. Hisss Lin Chuan took a deep breath, his gaze sweeping around the office, then back at the Little Landlady in front of him, and only one word popped into his mind: Science fiction! No wonder the whole internet is madly searching for wealthy womens contact lists; this is the unique charm of a rich woman! For an ordinary person, its like skipping lifetimes of detours! Chairman, what do you think? Are you satisfied? The Little Landlady asked with a beaming smile, her hands clasped behind her back. Satisfied, so very satisfied! Lin Chuan nodded repeatedly. Do you feel like something is missing? The Little Landlady looked around and asked again. Nothings missing, not a thing! No, as a chairman, dont you need a secretary by your side? The Little Landlady blinked. Secretary? Lin Chuan was taken aback. Wait for me a moment. The Little Landlady turned and walked into the small room, and after two minutes, she came back out, having changed her clothes. A white blouse, a black pencil skirt, high black heels. Slim waist, long legs, pretty face, and quite busty. And black stockings. Lin Chuan took a deep breath and swallowed before he quickly pushed the Little Landlady into the small room and locked her inside. Youre not allowed to wear that! Change back into what you had on before! Does it not look good? From inside the small room, the Little Landlady chuckled. Thats more like it, change back, Lin Chuan said with a helpless smile. Not look good? It was no longer a question of looking good or not; this was the kind of outfit that could lead to crimes! An attractive female college student who knows how to turn on the charm is not something everyone can withstand! Lin Chuan shook his head. His heart was completely flustered by the Little Landlady all morning. Oh First things first, lets get to work. Little Landlady invested so much in the 720 Network Security Company, theres no way I can let her lose money, right? Lin Chuan slowly calmed his emotions and sat at his office desk, turned on the computer, and began to work on the anti-fraud app development. As for Little Landlady, being the CFO, HR director, and concurrently the Chairmans secretary, the company didnt have many staff or projects to manage at the moment, so she had some free time on her hands. Little Landlady, suppressing a smile, looked at Lin Chuan and thought to herself, with this attitude, the Chairman should be quite pleased, right? These days, not only had she been working on company affairs, but she had also been learning how to win a boys heart. After browsing through several strategies, she concluded with: 4090, black stockings. The computer was equipped with a 4090; she donned black stockings. She had also learned how to cook. Hmmph! Lin Chuan, mine! In recent days, after Lin Chuan took over as chairman, he had indeed become much busier. During this time, he had interfaced with the Anling Police, Jintang, Iron Wall, and other organizations several times, and the development of the anti-fraud app was nearing completion. Lin Chuan finally had some free time as well. May 18th. Little Landlady returned to school for her graduation thesis defense. Old Lin, you havent eaten yet, have you? In the evening, Wang Zikai called Lin Chuan. I havent, youre doing quite well in your grades. Shouldnt you treat me to a meal? Lin Chuan said with a smile from his office. No problem, just send me your location and Ill come pick you up! Old Wang laughed. Qingxiu District, Zhongcheng Building. Lin Chuan sent his location. Twenty minutes later, Old Wang arrived in Xue Qiqis Mercedes-Benz GLC downstairs of the company. Lin Chuan was dressed in casual business attire, his hair neatly combed, and he wore a pair of shiny leather shoes. He walked with a breeze in his step. He then pulled open the car door and sat in the front passenger seat. Wow! Wang Zikai was instantly surprised, Who is this handsome guy? Lin Chuan buckled up and laughed, Am I handsome, buddy? Wang Zikai squinted his eyes, full of confusion, Wait a minute, since when did you start going for this this CEO style? Ive always been like this! Lin Chuan laughed. You used to wear white T-shirts and casual pants, looking simple and honest. How come you suddenly became handsome? I cant get used to it, Wang Zikai blurted out bluntly, frowning. Wait a second, what do you mean suddenly? Lin Chuan countered. Old Lin, youre in love! Wang Zikai suddenly concluded, When a man suddenly becomes handsome, it means hes in love. If he suddenly gets uglier, either hes got married or hes gone through a breakup. Huh? Lin Chuan was taken aback, Ive been busy with work lately, when do I have time for love? Work is work, but youve got to date as well. You cant possibly spend a lifetime with the Fifth Lady, can you? Old Wang taunted. Thats true, but I have difficulty making choices, alas Lin Chuan sighed. Wang Zikai turned to look at him, Old Lin, did you actually make a choice? Hahaha, just teasing you, man, Lin Chuan laughed. Old Wang grumbled as he drove the Mercedes-Benz GLC, arriving at a roadside kebab stall. Old Buddies Kebab Stall. This kebab stall was always busy, packed with customers. The owner in an apron was constantly flipping the wok, with the fire blazing as he kept busy. The two sat down in a corner spot. Old Wang poured a cup of monk fruit tea for Lin Chuan, Drink some monk fruit tea to clear the heat. Lin Chuan took it and sipped, Old Wang, your book Inescapable has been skyrocketing, it shot up directly to top 20. Wang Zikai laughed heartily, All minor matters, not like how youve firmly held the top spot, making me so envious. During this time. All-In gained momentum steadily, with its reading index skyrocketing, surpassing Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, currently ranking first. Lin Chuan smiled, The preliminary round rankings are just a ticket to the next round. The next round of selection is what matters most! Now, the online literature community is buzzing about how you and Ming, with his The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, have devoured a major share of the anti-fraud novel traffic, dubbing you both as The Two Heroes of Anti-Fraud, Old Wang said with a smile, his face showing envy. He suspected that this year might just be Lin Chuans fated year. Everything he wrote turned to gold! Listening to Old Wang, Lin Chuan took a sip of water and smiled, The Two Heroes of Anti-Fraud, can I really be considered a Hero now? Hahaha Old Wang laughed out loud, The last Two Heroes were Handon and Hongmei. If Handon continues to fall behind, he probably needs to start drawing circles for you! Thats just a coincidence, it has nothing to do with me! Lin Chuan hurriedly clarified. Then, he opened the anti-fraud essay contest webpage on his phone and scrolled through the leaderboard. Anti-fraud novel reading index leaderboard. [1- All-In Mr. Lin] [2- A World Without Fraud Handon] [3- True and False Tianya] [4- Starting from Being Scammed out of One Million Haitang] [] [19- Inescapable Old Wang] Huh? Lin Chuan frowned. Whats up? Old Wang took a sip of tea and asked. Mings book The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area has disappeared, Lin Chuan said with a half-furrowed brow, puzzled. What? Old Wang was startled, I saw it just this afternoon! Take a look. Lin Chuan slid the phone screen towards Old Wang. Old Wang looked down and immediately frowned, How did it suddenly vanish? Must be a bug on the webpage; Ill refresh it. Lin Chuan swiped down on the page, and a little circle appeared at the top, spinning around. After refreshing. [1- A World Without Fraud Handon] [2- True and False Tianya] [3- Starting from Being Scammed out of One Million Haitang] [] Hmm? Lin Chuans eyes widened in shock, My book is gone too! Chapter 113 - Chapter 113: Chapter 111: Taken Away? (Please Subscribe!) Chapter 113: Chapter 111: Taken Away? (Please Subscribe!) The evening breeze was chilly and rustling. In Old Lins food stall, the clanging of woks and the clamor of patrons, mixed with the scent of food, swirled around Lin Chuan and Wang Zikai. Lin Chuan stared intently at his phone, the strange image on the screen leaving his face full of confusion. His book had disappeared. Mings book had disappeared as well. Both of their books had been pulled from the ranking list of the anti-fraud writing competition! Inside the food stall, Old Wang, sitting opposite at a small wooden table, looked stunned. He raised an eyebrow in surprise and said, Your book is gone too? Yeah, its not on the leaderboard anymore, Lin Chuan replied. Let me see. Old Wang, a puzzled look on his face, opened the anti-fraud competition page to check the novel section rankings. Indeed! Lin Chuan and Mings books were nowhere to be found. The first place had changed to Handons A World Without Fraud. Quick, check the authors backstage! Old Wang suggested. At this moment. Lin Chuan had already opened another app on his phone, the Authors Assistant app. He logged into the authors backstage to check the situation. In the Message Notifications section, a bright red 1 appeared. New message notification unchecked. Lin Chuans finger moved, and he immediately clicked on the 1. A notification appeared in front of Lin Chuans eyes. [Dear author, your work All-In has been removed and blocked due to containing risky content that violates relevant laws and regulations, as per the review process. If you have any questions, please contact your responsible editor, Youyou.] Lin Chuans face stiffened, his eyebrows tightly furrowed, his deep eyes flickering with threads of confusion: Sailing Novel has also taken my book down. That doesnt make sense! Old Wang said, frowning. Ill ask Youyou. Lin Chuan immediately clicked on Youyous avatar, opened the chat box, and rapidly typed out a message: Youyou, my book has been taken down. Do you know why? The message was sent. Lin Chuan took a sip of monk fruit tea. The evening breeze blew over, and his hair, which had been neatly combed, suddenly became a bit disheveled. Youyou, a very diligent editor, replied to Lin Chuan in less than 30 seconds: I just found out about this too. Im not clear on the specific reasons yet; Im rushing back to the company right now to find out whats going on. Thanks for the trouble, Youyou, Lin Chuan replied. Lin Chuan, dont worry for the time being. Ill get back to you after I find out what happened. Even between the lines, one could sense Youyous urgency. Okay/rose.jpg. Lin Chuan put down his phone and took a deep breath. What did she say? Old Wang leaned in and asked. Youyou doesnt know either, Lin Chuan shook his head and gave a wry smile. Old Lin, no need to fret over it too much, this will definitely be resolved, Old Wang consoled, and then, changing the subject, he said, I have some good news for you to cheer you up. Lin Chuans eyebrows lifted: What good news? Old Wang opened the anti-fraud fiction competition leaderboard and pushed the page toward Lin Chuan, pointing at one of the works: Look, my book has risen to the 18th place, jumping up two spots at once. Lin Chuan was startled, then cursed jokingly: Youre such a lucky dog! You havent committed a crime, nor have you written on sensitive topics, so theoretically you shouldnt be banned. Relax, Old Wang reassured earnestly. Lin Chuan took another sip of monk fruit tea and laughed: It shouldnt be banned. Modu. Youyou, wearing a long dress and a pair of pink slippers, hurried downstairs and immediately hailed a cab to rush toward the Sailing Novel office building. The brilliant neon lights twinkled in the metropolis, and the streets, teeming with vehicles and noise, were a cacophony of honking and shouting, resonating through the city. About half an hour later. Youyou passed through the first floor of the Sailing Building, dashed into the elevator, got out, and then headed straight to the chief editors office. Whew Outside the office. Youyou took a long breath to stabilize her emotions. Then she knocked on the door: Chief Editor. Inside the office, the editor-in-chief, Mingyue, was also present. Youyou, youve come at the right time, said the chief editor, Zhang Yixing, looking up as Youyou arrived and gesturing for her to sit down. Chief Editor, why was Lin Chuans All-In taken down? Youyou sat down, her face showing urgency, and got straight to the point. Lin Chuan was her treasure trove author. She had watched All-In lead far ahead in readership and hold steady at the top of the list, likely to lock in first place and advance to the next round. In the second round of selection, the performance of All-In should not be too low in theory. After all, it was at the top during the first round, and a sudden drop in the second round would typically indicate foul play. But this was a writing competition co-organized by the Anti-Fraud Center and Sunshine Film and Television, aimed at promoting anti-fraud awareness to the public. The eyes of the crowd are sharp, and there was no room for foul play. Therefore, as long as Lin Chuan made it to the second round with good results, Youyou was planning on pushing him toward the Heavenly King status. The anti-fraud competition award carried much more weight than ordinary writing competitions! To put it this way. For the book All-In, she was even more eager to win an award and secure an adaptation opportunity than Lin Chuan was. She needed achievements. Lin Chuan needed results. They complemented each other. ` But unexpectedly, Lin Chuans All-In was suddenly taken down! Without any warning! This directly declared bankruptcy to the online writer-to-god plan that Youyou had laid out for Lin Chuan. Chief editor Zhang Yixing sighed deeply and looked at Youyou, Youyou, taking down All-In wasnt a decision made by Sailing Novel. Editor-in-chief Ming Yue patted Youyous hand, her voice somewhat heavy, The situation with this takedown is very different from the usual removals and blocks of works. Youyous face froze, and her heart skipped a beat, she caught the implication in Sister Ming Yues words, Is it someone from above? Yes, the directive came directly from the Cyberspace Administration, notifying us to take down All-In immediately, Zhang Yixing nodded. Youyous lips turned somewhat pale, Did they give any reasons? All-In is suspected of violations, but the specific details have not been disclosed, Zhang Yixing exchanged a look and both shook their heads. Editor-in-chief Ming Yue continued, Not only Lin Chuans All-In, but Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area was also taken down. Youyou was taken aback again, The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area has also been taken down, are there any other works that have been removed? No, so far only these two have been discovered to be removed by directives from above, Ming Yue said. In the office. There was silence among them. Is there any way we can help Lin Chuan get unbanned? Youyou pondered a bit and then asked with a bit of a bite to her lower lip. A directive from above is for us just to follow, and if we want to get unbanned, all we can do is write an appeal report. But submitting an appeal report doesnt mean its likely to be approved for unbanning, Zhang Yixing voiced the difficulty. Ming Yue nodded, Moreover, we dont even know the reasons for the blocking and removal. Could it be possible its because of the authors identity? Youyou speculated. Authors identity? Zhang Yixing and Ming Yue looked at each other and slightly furrowed their brows. Youyou then explained, Ming claims to have escaped from a factory area, so The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area spread as an autobiography. And Lin Chuans All-In shares several elements similar to The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area. So, could it be possible that Lin Chuan was banned by mistake? Inside the office. Zhang Yixing and Ming Yue were both startled; if Youyous speculation was true, then Lin Chuan indeed had the possibility of being unbanned. For Zhang Yixing, as the chief editor of Sailing Novel, the fact that Comrade Lin Chuan topped the anti-fraud essay contest list was certainly a pity. But Sailing Novel had plenty of participating authors with good strength. Currently. Both Lin Chuan and Mings novels had been taken down. But Handons A World Without Fraud quickly filled the vacancy at the top of the list. Influent author Tianyas True and False was close behind. That is to say, Sailing Novels author lineup had already dominated first and second place on the list. But for Youyou, Lin Chuan was the only author under her that could dominate the top of the list. So, Youyou cared a lot more about it. Ring ring ring Zhang Yixings cell phone started to ring. Youyou and Ming Yue fell silent again. Hello, is there any new information? Chief editor Zhang Yixing answered the call and asked. Youyou couldnt hear the voice on the phone, but she saw the astonishment and disbelief on Zhang Yixings face. Youre saying he was taken away in the middle of the night by someone at his door? Has the situation become this serious? Is it possible to find out some internal information? Okay, okay, I understand. Zhang Yixing hung up the phone and then looked at Youyou, This has developed beyond our expectations. Youyou and Ming Yue both turned their heads to look at Zhang Yixing. Zhang Yixing took a deep breath, his tone somewhat grave, Ming has even been taken away for investigation. Youyous pupils contracted, Taken away for investigation? Yes! Zhang Yixing nodded heavily. Ming Yues eyes turned, and after a brief thought, Then its not just a simple book ban. Upon hearing this, Youyous breathing became a little rapid. She drank two sips of tea to calm herself a bit. But concerning Lin Chuan, how could Youyou calm down? She immediately sent Lin Chuan a message: Darling, there are two preliminary pieces of news now. One is that both your and Mings books have been banned by those above, the specific reasons unknown. Two is that Ming has already been taken away for an overnight investigation. In this novel, did you write any illegal or criminal content that led to an improper direction, or any other such issues? Youyou sent many messages, a whole string of them. At Old Lins big stall, Lin Chuan and Wang Zikai were still having dinner. The food was ordered, time to eat. Lin Chuan saw the string of messages from Youyou and felt a touch of warmth in his heart. He replied, Youyou, dont worry, I havent engaged in any criminal activities. And the novels I wrote dont cover those topics either Lin Chuan was replying to the messages. Suddenly, he noticed a police car parked by the curb, and two police officers in uniform got out of the vehicle. They scanned the customers of Old Lins big stall and then fixed their gaze on Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan looked at the newcomers and chuckled, Theyve come to haul me away so quickly? Chapter 114 - Chapter 114: Chapter 112: Just Right to Take Them All Out in One Go (Please Subscribe) Chapter 114: Chapter 112: Just Right to Take Them All Out in One Go (Please Subscribe) As dusk fell, the hustle and bustle of the city gradually receded. Street-side food stalls, like newly lit lanterns, brighten the nighttime corners. Inside the shops, simple folding wooden tables are placed haphazardly, and the owner busily stirs the wok, the clanging of the iron pan against the spatula rising and falling continuously. All sorts of people crowded the area, a cacophony of noise. However, with the arrival of a police car and two officers, the bustling food stalls suddenly quieted down, as if in the student days when the noisy classroom would fall silent at the sight of the teacher stepping in. Old Lins Food Stall, in a corner. The two police officers headed straight for Lin Chuan, drawing the attention of everyone at the food stalls to his location. Fortunately, Lin Chuan had plenty of experience dealing with such situations. The people who came were also familiar faces. Indeed, when you have someone looking out for you from above, you just feel more confident. Officer Shen, have you eaten yet? Lin Chuan asked with a smile. Not yet. The station has been working overtime because of your case, responded Shen Qianqian with a frown, pursing her lips. Comrades, why dont we eat together first? Lin Chuan lifted his head, looked at the two officers, and patted the empty stool next to him, issuing an invitation to join him for a meal. Comrade Lin Chuan, we are still on duty, Shen Qianqian replied with a smile. Lin Chuan let out a dry laugh, Youre fast. I just took down my book, and here you are. Pointing to Wang Zikai beside her, Shen Qianqian said with a laugh, He reported it to Qiqi, so I came over directly. After taking a sip of tea, Lin Chuan stood up, chuckled, and said, Well, I wont delay your work. Ill cooperate with your investigation. Do you need to cuff me? With a smile that lit up her face, Shen Qianqian chided, Comrade Lin Chuan, you are now a treasure to Anling. Who would dare to cuff you? Were just inviting you back for a chat. Its not an arrest or a subpoena? Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow. Shen Qianqian nodded, Thats right, were inviting you. Standing nearby, Wang Zikai gave a thumbs up, Old Lin, youve got some serious clout now, even Officer Shen is here to invite you! Lin Chuan spat in jest and retorted, Shall I invite you then? No, no, no! Wang Zikai shook his head repeatedly, I dare not. Not everyone can walk in and out like you can. Lin Chuan quirked his lips, I abide by the law, why shouldnt I be able to come out? Alright, get going and come back soon, Wang Zikai said with a grin. Comrade Lin Chuan, dont be nervous, its just like going home, Shen Qianqian said with a wink and a laugh. Two black lines instantly appeared on Lin Chuans face. This home is definitely not one to return to! What kind of good person goes home only to end up at the police station? Lets go, it shouldnt take too long, Shen Qianqian said with a laugh. Lin Chuan nodded and then got into the police car with Shen Qianqian. The dazzling headlights of the police car shone on the road to Anling Police Station, and soon after, Lin Chuan stepped out of the car and entered the police station as if he was walking on a familiar path. Truth be told. He was quite familiar with this place. Walking through the spacious and brightly lit corridors, the walls adorned with various honors and distinguished deeds, and then further on, the various functional rooms. That is the Criminal Investigation Detachment area, Shen Qianqian said with a smile, walking beside Lin Chuan. The Anti-Fraud Center is part of the Criminal Investigation Detachment, but it has a somewhat more independent office area. Im not too familiar with the Anti-Fraud Center. Lin Chuan said with an embarrassed smile. Come with me, Shen Qianqian led the way in front, and soon brought Lin Chuan into the reception room of the Anti-Fraud Center. Inside the reception room. Director Zhou Tong of the Anti-Fraud Center had already prepared tea. When he saw Lin Chuan arrive, he stood up to greet him with a smile, Comrade Lin Chuan, the incident happened suddenly, and we had to ask you to come. Zhou Tong, a middle-aged man with a crew cut, slightly dark skin, heavy bags under his eyes, and thinning hair. It was clear that fighting fraud was a draining and strenuous task. Director Zhou, cooperating with the investigation is my duty, Lin Chuan said with a smile, having had contact with Zhou Tong when developing the anti-fraud app. Please, have a seat, Zhou Tong extended his hand, motioning Lin Chuan to sit, then poured him a cup of tea before saying, Comrade Lin Chuan, we received an order from the higher-ups that someone accused you of collaborating with a factory area to engage in fraud activities. Engaging in fraud activities? Lin Chuans eyebrows shot up, slightly surprised. Zhou Tong took a sip of tea and laughed, It indeed seems absurd. However, the so-called evidence was submitted to the Cyberspace Administration, which led to the removal of your novel All-In. As a result, the Anling Anti-Fraud Center received orders to investigate according to the law. Lin Chuan suddenly understood. No wonder his novel was taken down. Being reported to the Cyberspace Administration was indeed not something Sailing Novel could shield against. However, the charge of engaging in fraud activities was a bit far-fetched. Not only had Lin Chuan not engaged in fraud, but he had also been involved in the anti-fraud businessdeveloping an anti-fraud app. And it was in collaboration with the Anling Police Station. Righteous and legitimate! If the accusation had been of a different crime, perhaps both Anling Police Station and Lin Chuan might have had to expend some effort. But the charge of engaging in fraud activities was absolutely impossible. When Anling Police Station collaborated with Lin Chuan, authorizing him to lead the development of the anti-fraud app, they had conducted a background check on him. In short, reliable! Zhou Tong continued, When we received the notice today, we once again conducted the necessary investigation. Comrade Shen Qianqian is familiar with your situation. She and I examined the evidence for authenticity and determined it to be forged. So, we invited you here tonight to conduct a routine investigation and, as the director instructed, to check if you have any enemies. Having heard this, Lin Chuan had a rough understanding of the whole affair. This time, it was a case of malicious reporting. The accuser even went to the trouble of forging related evidence, which led to the novel being removed and the person being invited to the police station for a chat. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, then asked, What about Director Zhang? Director Zhang had something come up and specifically instructed Officer Shen and me to receive you, Zhou Tong said with a sip of tea, smiling. Shen Qianqian was sitting on the side, nodding as well, Director Zhang has instructed that you can discuss anything with Director Zhou. Lin Chuan nodded slightly, glanced at Zhou Tong, and spoke, I shouldnt have any personal grudges with anyone, but I might have some friction with certain organizations. Elaborate, and I will report the details to Director Zhang, Zhou Tong said. Lin Chuan smiled and responded, Director Zhang knows about it too, AW, and a factory area in the Myanmar area, where Officer Shen and I arrested their 15 external agents in Lincang not long ago. Zhou Tong took notes one by one. Zhang Biao had specifically instructed him to ensure Lin Chuans safety, so someone reporting Lin Chuan indicated that someone wanted to target him. This was a dangerous signal. Therefore, Zhang Biao paid particular attention to it. Zhou Tong refilled Lin Chuans tea and brought up another matter, Hows the development process of the anti-fraud app going? Lin Chuan pondered for a moment, then smiled and said, Currently, its undergoing relevant testing and is expected to be completed within three days. Thats excellent. Zhou Tongs eyes lit up, Ill start contacting the app stores right away and begin the pre-launch promotion for the anti-fraud app. Sounds good, Lin Chuan nodded. The night was hazy. The evening breeze gently brushed by, the branches swayed, casting dancing shadows under the bright red flag at the Anling Police Station, where Lin Chuan and Shen Qianqian walked side by side. Lin Chuan was released without charges. Shen Qianqian had also finished her shift. Comrade Lin Chuan, our Anti-Fraud Center has submitted an explanation of the situation and the corresponding evidence to the Cyberspace Administration. Your novel should be unblocked soon, Shen Qianqian spoke. Lin Chuan nodded, Thanks, Officer Shen. Im off duty now, and not on official business; you should call me Qianqian, not Officer Shen, Shen Qianqian tucked her hair behind her ear, smiling lightly. Lin Chuan flashed a grin, Thanks, Qianqian. Shen Qianqian pressed her lips together, a smile curving on her face, Comrade Lin Chuan, Im just being truthful. If you were to commit any criminal acts, I would still handcuff you! Im very law-abiding; you wont get the chance, Lin Chuan laughed. I hope thats true. Shen Qianqian smiled radiantly, By the way, about tonights incident, who do you think reported you? As they walked, Lin Chuan shook his head, I cant be sure yet. Shen Qianqians eyebrows furrowed, Are there any suspects? At this moment, the two arrived at the entrance of the police station. Lin Chuan turned around, pondered for a moment, and then said, There are suspects, indeed. Lets hear them. First, both Ming and I participated in the anti-fraud essay competition, ranking in the top two. The novels perspective could easily become a point of contention, since its about factory fraudsters, so the accuser might be a peer, Lin Chuan explained. For non-plagiarized works, peer reporting wasnt uncommon. Lin Chuan had seen it all too often in the online literature circle, stemming from either competing interests or sheer jealousy. Peers Shen Qianqian murmured, What else? Im more inclined to suspect the second one, the people from the factory area in the Myanmar area, Lin Chuan said with a smile. The Myanmar area factory you mean, because we took down their network last time, they hold a grudge? Shen Qianqians brows knit together slightly. Lin Chuan shook his head, smiling, That might be a reason, but the most likely one is that they didnt want All-In and The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area to be read by more people. Shen Qianqian looked surprised, You mean, their influence? Exactly, Lin Chuan nodded, Its not vain speculation. Both books allow readers to see the real situation inside the factories very vividly and have sparked much discussion, acting as an effective anti-fraud campaign. He had read Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area; the portrayal of the factory was very realistic. The parts of the factory Lin Chuan had experienced in the Virtual World closely resembled it. So Lin Chuan was well aware of the strong effect such novels could have in literature-based anti-fraud efforts. Of course, All-In was no exception. Lin Chuan, if the factory honed in on you, that could be troublesome, Shen Qianqian said with a half-furrowed brow, somewhat worriedly. She pondered in her heart. If it really was the work of the factory, could Lin Chuan really stand up to those cunning fraudsters? No trouble at all, if they dare to come knocking, Ill take them out all at once. Lin Chuan smiled lightly, an air of nonchalance on his face, but a touch of icy determination flashed in his eyes. In the cover of night. Shen Qianqian stood beside Lin Chuan, looking at his profile, taken aback. Ripples formed in her heart, spreading and reverberating continuously. The way Lin Chuan looked then was very similar to his demeanor on that country road when facing 15 fraudsters. Confidence! Absolute confidence! Chapter 115 - Chapter 115: Chapter 113 Mr. Lin, You’re Really Going to Jail Now, Huh? Chapter 115: Chapter 113 Mr. Lin, Youre Really Going to Jail Now, Huh? ` The moonlight was deep, and the city in the night gradually sank into silence. The twinkling lights in the distance flickered like stars in the night sky, peeking at this tranquil moment. A gentle breeze blew, rustling the leaves in the urban area, and the neon lights on both sides of the streets gradually went out, leaving only one or two street lamps standing firm in the darkness. The takedown of All-In and The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area continued to ferment in the thrust of the night. The next day, May 19th. Modu, Sailing Building. Wearing a moon-white dress, Youyou sat at her desk, one hand propping her cheek, the other scrolling the mouse wheel, searching for how to get Lin Chuans new book unblocked. Though Lin Chuan had sent her a message last night, telling her not to worry, Lin Chuan was the hidden gem under her management, and the powerful momentum of All-In being sealed meant she couldnt even sleep peacefully. This was more than just about performance! It was also a crucial work on Lin Chuans path to becoming an influent author. If All-In could achieve great success in the anti-fraud competition, then, with such achievements plus the international success of Hacker Kingdom, Lin Chuan might even have the chance to contend with some veteran authors for a spot among the Heavenly Kings. The Heavenly King, a title selected once a year by Sailing Novel Website, totaling twelve individuals, aiming to discover and support authors with potential who are not yet influent authors. These twelve are also the unquestionably strongest authors of the year in their respective channels. It can be said that the title of Heavenly King is the reserve force for becoming an influent author. In the path to influent author status that Youyou planned for Lin Chuan, the title of Heavenly King this year was the most critical link. In recent years, the rigorously hierarchal Sailing Novel also added an unwritten rule: No Heavenly King, No Influent Author. That is to say, without the title of Heavenly King, theres no qualification to be promoted to influent status. In Youyous ideal scenario: Lin Chuan becomes one of the Twelve Heavenly Kings this year, promotion to influent author next year, and ascension to platinum status the year after! Therefore, she highly valued the performance of All-In. Sigh maybe Lin Chuans success has been too smooth lately, which is why he has come across this setback, Youyou muttered as she switched the hand propping her cheek. Suddenly! A pop-up appeared in the bottom right corner of her computer screen. Youyou glanced at it, thinking it was an advertisement, about to close it, but then she took a closer look, her eyes widened, and her curly eyelashes couldnt help trembling twice. The popup was a piece of news. [Web novel author Ming of The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area was previously involved in telecom fraud in the Myanmar area and has now been arrested by the police!] [Publisher: Urban News] Ming has been caught? Youyous delicate arched eyebrows instantly furrowed, and her face showed a look of surprise and confusion. Her fingers did not delay for a second as she immediately clicked on it. The page shifted to a fast-shaking video. A video sprang up before her, its cover featuring two police officers standing next to a young man. The young man was thin, his hands adorned with shimmering silver handcuffs, and his face was pixelated. The caption read: After fleeing the factory area, the man turned his harrowing experience into a web novel and was identified by the police! Apparently, after several assessments, the XX police had grasped the real identity of Ming, the author of The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, who had dreamt of high income and engaged in telecommunications network fraud after sneaking into the Myanmar area and escaped back to the country to turn himself in for illegal exit but concealed his criminal acts of fraud. Hiss! Youyou inhaled sharply. ` But she didnt stop; as the video played, she also scrolled through the comments below. [This isnt writing a novel, its like a work report!] [I read this book when it first came out, and it felt very realistic, but I never imagined it was a firsthand experience.] [The next book will be, The Years I Was a Boss in Prison!] [Web novel writers are really a hidden pool of talent!] [Hey, Ming has been locked up, but what about the other author?] [What other author?] [The other author Mr. Lin, who had his work All-In taken down at the same time, must be under investigation now, right?] [Your word and mine, and Mr. Lin might also be heading to prison!] [Hiss! Are all novels these days based on true stories?] [I heard that he, too, escaped from a factory area!] [Dont talk nonsense, didnt he take down a fraud ring last time?] [Exactly because he understands fraud rings so well, thats how he, a web novel writer, was able to bust them all at once!] [] Youyou stared at the computer screen, her brows furrowing deeper as she read through the many trending comments, her clear and bright eyes filling with worry. Yeah. Ming is locked up now, but what about Lin Chuan? If Lin Chuans writing is even more realistic than Mings, could something have been discovered about him too? Meanwhile. The news of the arrest of Ming, the author of The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, had topped headlines and climbed the hot search lists on every major platform. > Renowned web novel writer Ming turns factory scam experience into autobiographical novel > The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, by Ming > True story, The author puts himself into the novel! > Ming + Mr. Lin, the anti-scam dream team? > Mings already inside, how far can Mr. Lin be from jail? > The web novel writers threshold! An unspecified number of web novel creators had come across these similar headlines and quickly spread the news through various web novel community groups. At this moment. In front of a computer screen, a young mans gaze was tightly fixed on this piece of news, and then his eyes gleamed! After a long while. Ah The young man let out a heavy sigh, but then he changed his tone, Ming, Mr. Lin, theres no time to say goodbye. I, Handon, have already climbed to the top of the anti-scam novel rankings! The blue sky is dead; the yellow sky shall rise! I, Handon, vow to compete for the title of king of anti-scam novels! This person was none other than Handon. Just like Handon, many web novel writers gained massive traffic and reaped a full harvest of surprises amidst such explosive news. Before, Lin Chuans All In and Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area, were like two giant mountains looming before the authors participating in the anti-scam novel competition. Surpassing them was as difficult as ascending to the heavens. And now. It was like the fable of the Foolish Old Man who removed the mountains, with the Heavenly Emperor directly ordering people to move these two big mountains away. How could he not be happy? At this moment, even Lin Chuans reader group was discussing this matter. [Guys, some authors really write themselves into their novels!] [Thats outrageous, someone actually wrote their autobiography like Mr. Lin did with his novel!] [Are you guys not following Mr. Lin at all? Mr. Lins books have also been taken down!] [They really have been removed!] [Mings The Years I Was Tricked into the Factory Area and Mr. Lins All In seem similar!] [Its over, could Mr. Lin have really been arrested?] [Mr. Lin, youre really going to jail!] [Quick, @Mr. Lin, see if hes around!] [@Mr. Lin] [@Mr. Lin] [@Mr. Lin] [] In Anling City, Qingxiu District. The dawn quietly sprinkled over the city, with the horizon gradually turning a pale golden color. Occasionally, the chirping of insects reached the ears as Lin Chuan sat in the back seat of the Little Landladys car, facing the morning breeze, and arrived at Zhongcheng Building, Network Security Company. The chairman had arrived at work. Lin Chuan was sitting in his office, but his mobile phone kept ding-donging incessantly. Whats going on now? Lin Chuan frowned and muttered. Then, he took out his phone. Good lord! More than a dozen unread messages, many of them @Mr. Lin. It started with a message from Youyou: Darling~ are you alright? Lin Chuan smiled and tapped on the screen of the phone, displaying a line of text: Im fine. /emoticon. Did the police comrades contact you for an investigation? Youyou quickly asked again. They already investigated, and I was exonerated on the spot, Lin Chuan replied half-jokingly. Youyou was puzzled: Exonerated on the spot? Yeah, my background is clear, theres no way I could be involved in internet fraud, Lin Chuan chuckled and replied. Then Im relieved, Youyou breathed a sigh of relief, What about your book, can it be released? The police station here has already submitted an explanation of the situation, if its fast, it could be released today. Waiting for your good news/emoticon, replied Youyou. Having received a definite answer from Lin Chuan, Youyou regained her original vigorous spirit and immersed herself back into her busy work. Lin Chuan then opened the reader group and scrolled through the hundreds of messages from early today, quickly knitting his brow and immediately @everyone in the group: Guys, Im still here! Lin Chuan popping up today was a surprisingly astonishing event. [Author, how can you still be on your phone? Dont they say you cant use phones in the nick?] [Mr. Lin, where are you? Are you at the police station?] [Mr. Lin, are you really not afraid of getting arrested?] [I dont understand, Ming is arrested, so why isnt Mr. Lin?] [I also dont get it, could Mr. Lin have some special skills or what?] [@Police Uncle, theres a fish that slipped through the net here, not captured yet!] [] Lin Chuans expression darkened. These criminals always hope I go inside! I consider you brothers, but you treat me like a criminal suspect, is that appropriate? Humph! Afterwards, Lin Chuan opened the Kuaidou app to check out the related news. Good lord, he got the shock of his life. On the trending searches, besides Mings, there was also his! On the Kuaidou trending list, there were two entries related to him. >Ming + Mr. Lin, the anti-fraud duo? >Ming is already in, how far is Mr. Lin from entering? Lin Chuan clicked in, and a torrent of comments flooded his view. [Strongly suggest Police Uncle Shuli investigates Mr. Lin!] [Im a passerby, Mr. Lins book feels even more real than Mings, he must be someone from the factory area!] [Could he possibly be collaborating with the factory area?] [@Cyberspace Administration @Han River Cyber Police @Anling Cyber Police @Yundian Cyber Police @Lincang Cyber Police] [Hes definitely one of the factory lot!] [I dare say, even if professional anti-fraud officers came, they wouldnt be able to withstand Mr. Lins scams!] [] Among them, a small blogger Hand of Justice had made a video, analyzing the content of his All-In with real-life cases, listing three main reasons why Lin Chuan was also one of the factory folks. Each reason was argued convincingly. But the more Lin Chuan read, the more absurd it seemed. Hed been consuming too much data these days, so he was somewhat of an internet celebrity author now. At the same time, hed also gained quite a few haters. Now, these haters were almost having a field day, using the news of Mings arrest to continuously sling mud on Lin Chuan! Getting the haters to shut up was almost impossible. Because they could always find an angle to disparage. I also have haters now, damn it, where did these haters come from? Lin Chuan spat out in annoyance. Chapter 116 - Chapter 116: Chapter 114: The Red Flag Reappears (Please Subscribe) Chapter 116: Chapter 114: The Red Flag Reappears (Please Subscribe) Chairman, this person is way out of line! In the office, Little Landlady pushed the door open, holding a tablet, pouting her lips, and with a somewhat indignant expression on her face. Lin Chuan looked up and, seeing Little Landladys appearance, laughed, Whats the matter, Little Landlady? Little Landlady walked over to Lin Chuan, handed him the tablet right before his eyes, and said indignantly, Hes slandering me, Chairman! Slandering me? Lin Chuan took the tablet, Let me see. The tablet screen showed a blogger wearing a mask, holding a white cell phone, extending an index finger pointing at the phone, and immediately a string of text appeared on the left side of the video. I walked into the factory area. From the outside, the walls of this factory area are cracked and overgrown with weeds, long abandoned. But after I entered the factory area, I saw a completely different scene. Inside the first floor, incandescent lights shone brightly, and below were cages locked up, containing people, no, they should be called pigs, miserably wailing. These pigs were skinny and disheveled. Suddenly, two pictures appeared to the right of the blogger. The blogger introduced, This picture was taken by someone risking their life inside the factory area today, the layout inside matches the description in this novel very closely. If this is a coincidence, then the fraud techniques in All-In, Ive found the prototype in reality, and the timing matches up, now lets get in touch with the victims. The blogger spoke with righteous indignation, emitting an aura of justice. Lin Chuan glanced at the bloggers name: Hand of Justice. The views had already reached 570K+, with tens of thousands of likes, and the comments were mostly targeting Lin Chuan, thus rapidly increasing his influence on the Kwai Dou platform. Lin Chuan smiled, So hes the one slandering me. Yes, hes fabricating things out of thin air, its too much! Little Landlady said with vexation color in her pretty face, quite angered, Chairman, does he have a grudge against you? Lin Chuan shook his head, laughing, What enemies could a web novel writer have? Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin frowned slightly, clenched her little fists, and huffed, Then who gave him the courage to slander my Chairman? Just about to investigate, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Lin Chuan thought to himself that he hadnt offended any fan communities since he started his career. In the web novel circle, the last time he competed with others during the same period was during Old Zhang, when he had seized the top spot in the quarrel between The Two Heroes, Handon and Hongmei. This time. It just so happened to be another competition on the same stage with Handon, but his All-In had already been taken down and not yet been re-uploaded, and at this moment Handon had reached the top spot and should be happy. Surely he wouldnt hire a cyber army to slander me after reaching the top? Unlikely! As for Mings fans some of them still believe Im a plagiarist, so after Ming got arrested, its possible they would stir up trouble. But that shouldnt be enough to trend on social media. Yet now, I not only have trending searches hanging there but also two of them, which is quite abnormal. This cyber army is strong, not like the usual casual fans, but more like professional trolls. Professional trolls work for money, operating like a production line, taking instructions from their paymaster to throw mud. At this moment. Two targets popped into Lin Chuans mind: the foreign hacker organization AW and the Myanmar area Factory Area which Sister Mei belonged to. The latter was more likely. With that thought, Lin Chuan immediately began the investigation. Starting with the blogger Hand of Justice. For a top hacker, finding out who a professional troll is working for is a piece of cake. Just trace their recent contact records, follow the vine to find the melon, step by step investigation. The only possibly tricky part was that the factories usually use external servers, or rent servers to fake IP addresses to communicate with the world, including carrying out fraudulent activities, all using forged IP addresses. Therefore, Lin Chuan needed a bit more time to find the real IP address. Hmm, an extra ten minutes. Lin Chuan turned on the computer and stretched his fingers. Then, he placed them on the keyboard, starting to play like a pianist. Based on Hand of Justices video, locate his IP address, and then trace the IPs that had been in contact with him recently Little Landlady put away the tablet and sat down next to Lin Chuan. She rested her chin in her hands and intently watched focused Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan was tall and upright, with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, his face bathed in the light from the screen shone subtly, exuding a calm confidence. His eyes were fixed on the lines of code, his long eyelashes fluttering occasionally as he blinked. Little Landlady glanced at Lin Chuans lips, which had become a bit dry. So, she immediately went to pour a cup of water for Lin Chuan, quietly placing it within easy reach, then resumed watching Lin Chuan with her cheek in her palm. Half an hour later. Lin Chuan picked up the cup of water Zhang Xinxin had poured for him and took a sip. Little Landlady blinked, asking curiously, Chairman, hows it going? Got it. Lin Chuan looked at Little Landlady and smiled. You found something out? Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin asked a bit surprised. Lin Chuan leaned back in his chair, nodded and said with a smile, Yes, the blogger Hand of Justice is a professional troll who this time accepted a commission from abroad, that is, from the Old Street Factory District in the Myanmar area. Myanmar areas Old Street Factory District? Little Landlady was taken aback, Isnt that the fraud factory district? These days, Little Landlady had been secretly reading Lin Chuans novels and had gained a lot of understanding about fraud. Add to that her constant attention, so as soon as she heard words like Myanmar area and factory district, she subconsciously reacted. Lin Chuan nodded again and smiled, Thats why, I gave the blogger Hand of Justice and the Myanmar area Old Street Factory District, a little gift. What gift? Little Landlady asked curiously. Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow and smiled, I handed over the records of the Hand of Justices professional trolling and his interactions with the Myanmar area Old Street Factory District, to the local police. As for the Old Street Factory District What about it? Little Landlady blinked. I sent them a flag, Lin Chuan said with a grin. What kind of flag? Unspeakable. If the chairman wont say, then I wont ask, Little Landlady said obediently with a smile in the office, then added, By the way, Chairman, Ive arranged to have dinner tonight with Old Zhang. Lin Chuan picked up his water cup, took a sip, and laughed, Is Old Zhang bringing his date along? A few days earlier. Little Landlady had let Lin Chuan know that Old Zhang was in a relationship. But due to Lin Chuan being busy developing an anti-fraud app these days, and Old Zhang also being busy with who knows what, the dinner had been delayed for quite a while. Yes. Little Landlady nodded and smiled, So, Chairman, you have to accompany me. Alright, who lets you be the financial director, Lin Chuan laughed. As expected. The local police at the location of the professional troll Hand of Justice received an anonymous tip-off letter. The letter contained relevant criminal evidence against Hand of Justice. Since it was related to the Myanmar area Old Street Factory District, the local police immediately started an investigation and by the afternoon of that day, Hand of Justice was arrested. Elsewhere. Myanmar, Old Street Factory District. Although it was morning, the sun had already begun mercilessly scorching the factory district, shrouding it in a dazzling golden light. The direct sunlight from the sky ruthlessly penetrated the windows of the factory buildings, casting the decrepit walls in a pale and blinding light, making the shadows within even more profound, as if ghosts could breed there at any time. At the top office in the Old Street Factory District. Here, the boss, Old Bao, was wearing a black shirt. Beneath his bald head was a fierce countenance as he stared at his underling, Mi, and asked coldly, How is the job coming along? Ming has already been taken in, and his novel has been removed, his underling Mi immediately reported. Good. Old Bao, holding a cigar between two fingers, asked again, And the other one? Underling Mi thought for a moment, Mr. Lin Mr. Lin hasnt been taken in yet; hes probably under review. But Ive already hired some online trolls and got a professional blogger to produce a video to bash him. Soon, there will be public opinion against him online. Youve done well. A rare smile appeared on Old Baos fierce face. However, his smile was quite eerie, like that of a dead man tumbling out of a coffin, stiff and sinister. Old Bao took another puff from his cigar and slowly blew out a ring of smoke that dissipated in front of Mi, Mi, about that author, Mr. Lin, what about the big fish related to him? Mi smiled, Boss, everything is going as planned. We expect to seize assets worth tens of millions. What a fat fish! Old Bao exclaimed. Assets worth tens of millions were a considerable sum even within the factory district. Mi added, Moreover, by following this thread, we can monitor Mr. Lins movements and act at any time. Youre getting better and better at this, Old Bao praised, passing a cigar to the underling in front of him. Delighted, Mi lit the cigar, and the two seemed to be celebrating the good news to come. This rare moment of joy didnt last long. Just five minutes later. A man in a floral shirt hurriedly climbed to the top floor and dashed into the office, Boss, something terrible has happened! Whats the panic? Old Bao asked languidly, his cigar at the ready. We the man in the floral shirt caught his breath, Our computers have been infected with a virus, and all projects have been canceled. Say that again! Old Baos expression froze as he pressed his cigar into the ashtray. The man in the floral shirt, trembling, repeated, Our computers got infected with a virus, and all ongoing projects have been canceled? Old Bao instantly erupted in rage, slapping the face of the man in the floral shirt, Idiots! What are you even for? The man in the floral shirt fell to the ground with a cry, pleading, Boss, I dont know what happened, our computer screens just showed a bright red flag, and then they were out of control. Old Bao quickly rushed out of the office and headed straight for the second floor, where the infected computers were. On the second floor. All the computer fraudsters stood timidly aside, their screens displaying row upon row of computers. The screens of these computers all showed a bright red flag. Without exception. Chapter 117 - Chapter 117: Chapter 115: Impenetrable? (Please Subscribe!) Chapter 117: Chapter 115: Impenetrable? (Please Subscribe!) Twilight. The sky above Anling City was like a gradually changing scroll, touched by the afterglow of the sunset, draping the city in a golden veil. Lin Chuan sat in the back seat of the Little Landlady Zhang Xinxins car, inhaling the faint scent of flowers and earth along the way, passing through the bustling city, on the crowded roads, driving toward a corner of the cityYouran Villa. He was in an excellent mood. On one hand, he had reported Hand of Justice in the morning and sent a flag to the Old Street Factory District in the Myanmar area. The only downside was that Lin Chuan had only canceled all the ongoing fraud activities in the Old Street Factory District and had not found the core data of the Old Street Factory District on this server. If he had found the core data of the Old Street Factory District, it wouldnt be as simple as just sending a bright red flag. On the other hand, Lin Chuans novel All-In was unblocked. Relisted, reborn from the ashes. First, it was taken down and blocked, and now unblocked, All-In once again gained the boost of traffic, and its subscription data steadily rose. The system calculates the Average Subscription based on the VIP chapters after the book is completed. All-In has a total of 280 VIP chapters (including unreleased ones), so the total subscriptions need to reach 2.8 million for the Popularity Value (Average Subscription) to be considered achieved at ten thousand. Currently. Lin Chuans All-In had published nearly 500,000 words, and the VIP chapter subscriptions amount to 2.1 million. The goal of 2.8 million subscriptions was not far off. Chairman, weve arrived, said the Little Landlady as she parked the small electric vehicle in front of Youran Villa, took off her helmet, revealing her pretty face. The gentle afterglow of twilight fell on her, highlighting her straight nose and the fair, glowing skin of her cheeks. The Little Landlady was wearing a light gray dress tonight, with a shapely waist, the hem not passing her knees, and a pair of fair long legs that she dangled in front of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan was dressed in a casual gray suit with a white T-shirt underneath, a simple style. However, standing 186 centimeters tall, his upright stature was naturally like a clothes rack, and his clean, handsome face complemented the Little Landlady, giving off the impression of a talented man and a beautiful woman. Youran Villa was located in the suburbs. It was the place where Old Zhang and Zhang had agreed to meet. As the two walked into the villa, a fresh breath of air hit them, carrying the fragrance of mountain flowers and plants, filtering through the gaps in the leaves onto the ground, creating a dappled play of light and shadow, somewhat peaceful. Zhang, over here, called Old Zhang, standing at the entrance of the private room and waving to them. Lin Chuan looked in the direction of the voice. Old Zhang was dressed in a casual black suit, his hair lustrous and black, his face radiant, brimming with energy, showing none of his past dejection and lassitude. Indeed, love is the best cosmetic for a man. When a man falls in love, he becomes more handsome! Next to Old Zhang stood a woman in a light yellow cheongsam, about thirty-seven or thirty-eight years old, not particularly voluptuous but with a pleasing curve, an oval face, wearing light makeup, and smiling warmly as she looked at Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin. Lin Chuan had been told by the Little Landlady that her name was Liu Qing. The Little Landlady showed a small smile and pulled Lin Chuan towards the private room. Aunt Liu, both Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady, out of politeness, greeted her. Old Zhang, who is this? Liu Qing asked, glancing at Lin Chuan and addressing Old Zhang. Before Old Zhang could reply, the Little Landlady wrapped her arm around Lin Chuans, smiling and saying, Hes my boyfriend, Lin Chuan. Zhang, your boyfriend is quite handsome, Liu Qing commented with a smile. Of course, the Little Landlady said, slightly tilting her face upwards proudly and smiling. Lin Chuan nodded with a smile, but inwardly he spat, coming out for a meal only to have the Little Landlady take advantage of him with the kind of ploy used ad nauseam in novels. Old Zhang seemed to have anticipated it. After all, his darling daughter had been sticking close to Lin Chuan all day long, working on their studio and discussing partnerships with several internet cafes, and now they were expanding their scale, making a big show at the Zhongcheng Building in Qingxiu District with their 720 Network Security Company. He had even heard they were cooperating with the police. Such a big commotion, how could he not know? He could tell just by thinking with his toes, he knew exactly what his darling daughter was thinking. Alas a grown daughter was like water flowing away. Lets go inside and talk, Old Zhang suggested with a smile after giving Lin Chuan a glance. In the private room, there was a square table. The two parties sat across from each other. The main characters of the evening were not the Little Landlady and Lin Chuan but Liu Qing sitting opposite them. Looking at Liu Qing with some curiosity, the Little Landlady asked, Aunt Liu, how did you come to know Old Zhang? Liu Qing, composed and smiling, replied, Zhang, the connection between Old Zhang and me is also fate. One month ago, during an anti-gambling event, we met for the first time; later, we bumped into each other again at a friends gathering. Old Zhang nodded, took Liu Qings hand, and added: Your Aunt Liu hasnt been in Anling for long, and she likes to play a couple of hands of poker, so she often calls me to join. As time went by, we felt quite compatible, so we just Although Liu Qing was already in her late thirties, she blushed upon hearing Old Zhangs words, turned her head to look at him with a smile in her eyes. Old Zhang sported a bright smile, gripping Liu Qings hand tighter. Old Zhang, you play poker too? Lin Chuan, as someone who once shared a detention room with Old Zhang, laughed and said. Old Zhang chuckled, We dont gamble with money, purely for entertainment. Liu Qing then shot Old Zhang a playful glance, lightly tucking her long hair behind her ear, and said with a light laugh, Old Zhang is very good at poker. Every time I play with him, he always wins. I wouldnt dare gamble with money with him. If it were real money, I wouldnt win against you either, Old Zhang said with a laugh. At that moment, the waitress gently knocked on the door before serving the dishes. Liu Qing thoughtfully served Old Zhang some food, Old Zhang, try this, the steamed fish from this restaurant is outstanding. Hmm, very fresh and tender. As Old Zhang took a bite, his face immediately lit up with a radiant smile. To be honest, Old Zhang was quite handsome in his youth. Even now, when he dresses up, he doesnt become a greasy middle-aged uncle. He is, after all, an eligible bachelor. Little Landlady watched Old Zhang and Liu Qings public display of affection and exchanged a glance with Lin Chuan before continuing her inquiry, Aunt Liu, I still dont know what do you do for a living. Liu Qing blinked her eyes and smiled, Im in the antique collection business. I surveyed the Antique Market in Anling a while back. The development prospects here are quite significant, so I decided to develop here. I didnt expect to meet Old Zhang. Antique collection? Little Landlady pouted her lips. She really didnt understand this business. Old Zhang chuckled, Zhang, there are many collectors of antiques in Anling City. Your Aunt Liu wants to create a large antique market here. Currently, the project is going through the approval process. At that moment, Liu Qing slowly stood up, took off the bracelet she was wearing, walked over to Little Landlady, Zhang, Aunt Liu rushed over and didnt have time to buy you a gift. This century-old red agate bracelet is for you as a meeting present. Aunt Liu, isnt this too valuable? Little Landlady looked at the red agate bracelet in her hand and asked in shock. Not expensive at all. Liu Qing smiled, This quality is worth just a little tens of thousands. Its too valuable, Little Landlady shook her head. Zhang, just accept it if your Aunt Liu is giving it to you, Old Zhang said with a chuckle. Liu Qing personally put the century-old red agate bracelet on Zhang Xinxin and smiled, Zhang, this bracelet can balance the positive energy in your body, relieve mental stress, improve endocrine circulation, and it also has a beautifying effect. Thank you, Aunt Liu. Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin felt the coolness of the red agate and nodded in thanks. Liu Qing looked at Little Landlady and smiled. Afterward, she started a conversation related to Little Landlady. Zhang, what does Lin do? Liu Qing asked with a smile. Little Landlady turned her head to look at Lin Chuan and said with a smile, His main job is a web novel author, and then he has a bit of a sideline business. Literary creator? Liu Qings eyes lit up with curiosity as she looked at Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan took over the conversation and said with a smile, I cant really claim to be a literary creator; I just write nonsense. Old Zhang, young people have wild imaginations, Liu Qing turned her head to look at Old Zhang, then back at Lin Chuan, Young people should try different things, daring to try. When I was young, I dared to do anything, but now, even investing to build an antique market, I hesitate a lot. Where do you plan to build this antique market? Lin Chuan asked curiously. Its set to be located in the southeast corner of Qingxiu District, on that vacant lot. Once the approval comes through, we can start construction! Liu Qing said with a smile. Must be fun dealing with antiques, right? Little Landlady asked first. Liu Qing shook her head with a smile and said with pursed lips, Its not fun. Dealing with antiques is a task that strains the eyes and brain. Yes, Ive been wanting to learn for a long time, and I still havent managed to, Old Zhang chimed in. In the private room. Liu Qing laughed again, Zhang, Ive heard from Old Zhang that you and Lin have started a Network Security Company. I think thats very cool. Really? Little Landladys eyes brightened. Of course, Liu Qing said with a radiant smile and then added, You dared to invest and start a business before graduating from college. I wasnt like you when I was younger; Im a bit in awe of you. In the private room, at the dinner table. Everyone engaged in conversation. Especially Liu Qing, who occasionally complimented Little Landlady subtly. The dinner went smoothly with a warm atmosphere. Leaving Youran Villa, Old Zhang took Liu Qing back, and she waved goodbye to Little Landlady and Lin Chuan, Zhang, Lin, see you later. Aunt Liu, goodbye, Little Landlady waved her hand, then she got on her electric bike and patted the back seat, Chairman, the CFO will take you for a spin. Lin Chuan laughed, Alright! Little Landlady twisted the throttle, and the electric bike swooshed away, the cool evening breeze blowing against the two, with the trees swaying gently in the wind on both sides of the road. Chairman, what do you think of Aunt Liu? Little Landlady asked. Its a bit hard to say, replied Lin Chuan. Why is it hard to say? Little Landlady asked, puzzled, Just tell me straight. From tonights perspective, she seems genuinely affectionate towards your father, Lin Chuan pondered for a moment before answering. But? Little Landlady smiled. How did you know theres a but? Lin Chuan asked with a smile. Little Landlady laughed, Based on what I know about you, hahaha, tell me, but what? Lin Chuan pondered again and said, Aunt Liu appears perfect in her appearance, speech, and demeanor, as if shes had professional training. Thats just a guess, not ruling out that its just her natural way. Little Landladys brows furrowed slightly. Lin Chuan continued, But she gives me a very familiar feeling, her words are filled with strong implications and suggestiveness. Chapter 119 - Chapter 119: Chapter 117 Last Week’s Antique Chapter 119: Chapter 117 Last Weeks Antique In the narrow and cramped rental space, Lin Chuan cursed under his breath, mentally sending his regards to the developers of the system. The voice of the system resounded once again [Congratulations to the host, you have randomly obtained the profession: Antique Maker, you receive the exclusive ability of an Antique Maker: Antique Crafting Technique.] [Using Virtual Reality technology, generating a new world for you.] [Host, please get ready!] Antique Crafting Technique Bring it on! Lin Chuan muttered darkly to himself, thinking that experiencing a career life is like living, and life is also like that thingrather than resisting, better to enjoy it! If that was the case, then he might as well be unrestrained! After all, who would be timid in the Virtual World? As long as in reality he didnt forge antiques or buy fake goods, he wouldnt be investigated and taken away by the police. Forging antiques isnt against the law, so writing about antique forgery techniques in a novel shouldnt be a problem, right? At that moment, Virtual and reality began to intertwine. The moonlight outside the window gradually blurred in Lin Chuans eyes, and the scene of the rental space faded before him, replaced by an ancient yard. Lin Chuans consciousness descended into the Virtual World. Standing at the entrance of the old yard, the mottled wooden door with its smooth brass ring was worn by the years. Pushing the door open, it creaked. Simultaneously, a strong scent of earth and charcoal rushed toward him, and looking up, he saw the shiny bluestone ground washed by the rain. The green bricks on the wall had turned yellow, and several strings of wind chimes hung under the eaves, producing a clear and melodious sound as the breeze blew. Various ceramic prototypes also hung there, some as smooth as jade, others simple and classic. Brother Lin, youre back! At that moment, a maiden of about eighteen years old ran over. She was wearing a simple sky-blue cloth dress that was elegant and graceful despite its simplicity. She carried a fragrance of soil, fresh and pleasant, though her face was dirty with mud. However, her complexion bore a trace of sorrow. Whats wrong? Lin Chuan, still unaware of the full situation, asked curiously. The ceramic merchants in our county have banded together and are refusing to buy our ceramics, driving us to a dead end. Now we can only sell independently, but the money we make is no longer enough to keep the Lin Family Workshop running, the NPC girl said. Why are they refusing to buy our ceramics? Lin Chuan furrowed his brows. The girl lowered her head, speaking softly, The son of the Ceramics Association president is a proponent of the overseas movement, which is the complete opposite of your ceramic philosophy. Yet every time, your ceramic work outshines his. Last time, in a drunken slip of the tongue, you said that not a single person in the entire county appreciated your work. He took your words, exaggerated and spread them far and wide, which led to the current situation. Hiss! Lin Chuan couldnt help but take a sharp breath. This beginning really has the flavor of an online novel. So, Lin Family Porcelain can no longer continue, am I right? Lin Chuan asked the NPC girl. We probably cant hold out until the next month, said the girl, her voice quivering slightly with tears. Lin Chuan contemplated for a moment, then said, Then lets not hold out. Announce bankruptcy right now, give the workers a severance package, and make sure its N+1. After all, we are a conscientious company. Ah? The girl was immediately stunned, If we dont make ceramics, what can we do? Lets switch to trading in antique ceramics, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Being a ceramic family, the Lin Family, having some old pieces of porcelain passed down, that would be quite reasonable, wouldnt it? The girl was even more perplexed, unable to understand the nonsensical words Lin Chuan was saying. Lin Chuan, however, quickly assumed his role in the virtual world: the owner of Lin Family Porcelain, and he familiarized himself with the basics. But first, he immediately changed the name Lin Family Porcelain to Lin Family Antiques. Since his profession was that of an antique maker, he definitely had to deal with antiques! As for the son of the president of the Ceramic Chamber of Commerce, Lin Chuan didnt give him the time of day. Switching from the ceramic circle to the antiques and curio circle, he aimed for a dimensional strike. It is well known that, gold thrives in chaos, and collectibles flourish in prosperity. All circles have their own hierarchy of disdain. And at the top of the ceramic circles hierarchy of disdain is none other than the curio circle. No sooner said than done, In the virtual world, Lin Chuan always belonged to the action takers, and he had already calculated that he needed to make fakes ah no, he had already planned which piece of antique porcelain he was going to craft. The Qing Kangxi Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl. This piece of porcelain wasnt particularly old, but its market price ranged from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of yuan, so, Lin Chuan planned to use it as practice. Thus, Lin Chuan began to roam the countys antique market. For antique replication, the first step is replication. Common methods include using old pieces for new painting, new clay for old glaze, remaking old pieces, and refiring. After touring the antique market, Lin Chuan found a batch of Douli bowls from the Qing Dynasty with white clay bodies approximately 21cm in diameter and 7.5cm in height, which roughly matched the size of the Qing Kangxi Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl. Of course, this is the virtual world. It was a gift from the system. So, Lin Chuan decided to use the old piece for new painting method for replication. The so-called old piece for new painting commonly involves using white bodies from the middle and later Qing Dynasty or the Republic of China, painting over them with overglaze famille rose, which from the perspective of the bodys quality, makes it difficult to discern authenticity. Having only Qing Dynasty white bodies was not enough. As the saying goes, one spoon of Qing, two spoons of Song, three spoons back to the caverns peak. To turn modern crafts into ancient curios, one cannot do without technology and arduous work. Lin Chuan went to several more places, and bought back chemical items like hydrofluoric acid and potassium permanganate, and he even gathered a few traditional Chinese medicinal prescriptions. This left NPC girl Qing stunned: Brother Lin, are you sick? Not sick, this is key to making money. Lin Chuan smiled. Replication was the first step, the second was aging them. Done ingeniously, even bowls pecked by chickens at home can have experts holding them under a magnifying glass for a good long while, showing a thoughtful expression. With everything ready, it was time to start working! Back at Lin Family Antiques, Lin Chuan took out the newly acquired Douli bowl white bodies and began the replication. First step, painting. The Qing Kangxi Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl belonged to overglaze painting. Therefore, Lin Chuan took out the prepared Douli bowl blank and the colorful pigments and started to draw patterns on both the inside and outside walls of the bowl. The Antique Crafting Technique had endowed Lin Chuan with the necessary skills, so painting patterns was not difficult for him. Soon, he had finished painting. The next step was the second firing. Lin Chuan skillfully placed the glazed Douli bowl into the kiln for the second firing. This process is called glaze firing. The temperature and duration of the glaze firing must be strictly controlled to ensure the glaze fully melts and fuses tightly with the Douli bowl blank. At the same time, glaze firing can also enhance the vibrancy and durability of the painted colors. After the firing, when it had cooled down, Lin Chuan and the NPC girl Qing were able to see a Douli bowl with skillful and refined painting, brightly colored with a fish and algae pattern. The exterior wall of the Douli bowl featured four fish in blue, green, black, and red. On the interior wall were patterns of colorful flowers, birds, and butterflies; with lush branches, clusters of blossoms, fluttering butterflies, and birds leaping onto branches, it constituted a vivid tableau of a floral and avian scene. After polishing, the third step followed. Aging the piece. There are many methods for aging. Such as pressing, polishing, capping, hand sanding, water grinding, oil grinding, acid soaking, mixed soaking, oxidizing, smudging with oil stains, burying in earth. There are also methods like boiling in tea, smoking with incense, and applying fine charcoal ash. Of course. Nowadays, many low-grade imitations, in order to cut costs, generally use potassium permanganate applied on the glaze to create an aged effect. Relatively higher-quality imitations will use a traditional medicine soak to create the effect of old porcelain. However, not many people can master these aging techniques proficiently. Lin Chuan was using this method to replicate the Qing Kangxi Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl. Before that, he gently chipped the rim of the bowl, creating a chicken claw pattern. After that, Lin Chuan placed the Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl into a well-mixed medicinal solution, added a small amount of alcohol, and dropped in a tiny bit of potassium permanganate. He waited quietly for the process to complete. Brother Lin, this porcelain already has significant artistic value. Why are you soaking it? Qing, who still didnt understand what Lin Chuan was doing, asked curiously. Lin Chuan smiled, Having artistic value alone isnt enough; it also needs to have historical value. Ah, what do you mean? After its soaked, it will become a Qing Dynasty porcelain, a piece worth a few hundred thousand. Lin Chuan raised an eyebrow. Qings eyes bulged, her mouth agape: That much? Thats way more profitable than making ceramics! Of course, Lin Chuan laughed. After the soaking was complete, Lin Chuan carried out a series of finishing processes and then, with Qing, brought the Qing Kangxi Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl to the most famous treasure appraiser in the county for an evaluation. As expected, the treasure appraiser studied this newly fired Qing Kangxi Five-colored Fish and Algae Pattern Douli Bowl carefully, quite astonished, and immediately offered to purchase the bowl for a high price of 400,000. But Lin Chuan did not sell the bowl to this appraiser. This bowl, Ill have to find a way to sell it to the son of the Ceramic Chamber of Commerces president, otherwise I wouldnt be doing justice to the good intentions behind his attempts to trip me up. Afterward, Lin Chuan went on to forge various kinds of antiques. Calligraphy and paintings, bronze wares, jade, wood antiques Gliding through with cheats, without ever trying his hand, he made a resounding name for himself in the antiques circle and was hailed as a grandmaster-level master. Cough, a master forger, that is. But the philosophical question of real versus fake is hard to delve into. The ultimate realm of antique forgery: As long as no one says its fake, then its real! The Virtual Worlds Experience Life came to an end. Lin Chuans consciousness returned to reality. The multiple simulations in the virtual world allowed him to get somewhat used to this kind of mental burden. The Systems voice rang out [Host, you have gained the ability: Antique Crafting Technique.] [Also, based on your Antique Maker Career Life experience, a novel titled Last Weeks Antique has been automatically generated with approximately 1.06 million words and is currently being exported for you. It will be completed in about 10 hours. Please check for it.] [Please pay attention, Host!] [Last Weeks Antique requires reaching 20,000 Popularity Value (Average Subscription) to unlock the next Experience Life career.] [Keep it up!] Twenty thousand average subscriptions damn it! Lin Chuan spat dismissively and went straight back to sleep. To find even a few books with twenty thousand average subscriptions in Sailing Novel is like looking for a needle in a haystack, is it that easy to achieve? Sleeping, sleeping, theres everything in dreams! The night gradually faded. The rising sun of the early morning cast its golden rays, enveloping the old alleyways in a hazy golden light, while green-gray bricks were covered with a spotty layer of moss, which glinted with dew under the sunlight. Outside the rented rooms window, a gentle breeze blew past, bringing a hint of coolness along with the distant fragrance of flowers and plants, occasionally mixed with few cheerful and clear bird chirps. Bang bang bang The iron door of the rental was knocked heavily, breaking the silence of the morning. Lin Chuan woke up from his sleep to the Little Landladys shouting outside the door, Mr. Director, get up, I have something urgent to discuss with you! What is it? Dressed only in his boxers, Lin Chuan opened the iron door to let the Little Landlady into the room. Having no work today, the Little Landlady wore a loose white T-shirt that hid her denim shorts, creating a missing lower garments look that revealed her pale, long legs as she dangled them in front of Lin Chuan. Lin Chuans sleepiness was shaken off quite a bit. The Little Landlady flashed a bright smile, pulled Lin Chuan to sit down, and placed two breakfasts on the table. She blinked at Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan paused, Didnt you say you had an urgent matter? Yeah, the urgent matter is to get you up for breakfast, the Little Landlady laughed. Thanks. Lin Chuan looked at the breakfast on the table, then back at the Little Landlady, and asked with a smile, Is that really all? The Little Landlady giggled, her face revealing a hint of playfulness, then took out a bracelet and said, There is something else. This morning, a customer sent a message asking if this Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet is for sale. I wasnt sure what to do, so I came to ask for your opinion. Lin Chuan glanced at the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet and frowned, Isnt that the one Aunt Liu gave you? Chapter 120 - Chapter 120: Chapter 118: Can’t Say I’m Cheating, Right? (Please Subscribe!) Chapter 120: Chapter 118: Cant Say Im Cheating, Right? (Please Subscribe!) In the rental. The warm morning sun shone through the window, claiming a few floor tiles for its own, and the fine particles of dust were undeniably visible in the light. Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin looked at Lin Chuan and nodded seriously, Yes, its the one Aunt Liu gave me. She seemed to say it was worth tens of thousands of yuan. Wait for me a moment. Lin Chuan immediately turned around to wash up quickly in the bathroom, perked himself up, and then took the century-old red agate bracelet from Little Landladys hand. This bracelet consisted of 16 red agate beads. Each bead was deeply hued and warm like blood, their surfaces had become smooth and round, the touch was delicate with no grainy texture, as if they had been bathed and sedimented by the years. Lin Chuan took it to the window, placing it in the sunlight. The red agate beads emitted a charming luster, their patterns like flowing flames dancing within the golden sunlight, occasionally clinking against each other, producing a crisp and pleasant sound akin to a quietly trickling stream. Chairman, can you appraise agates? Little Landlady leaned in to look but couldnt understand, a puzzled look appearing on her lovely face. Lin Chuan, seeing the expectation on Little Landladys small face, smiled, A little. Thats great! Little Landladys eyebrows instantly bent into crescents, revealing a delighted smile. Lin Chuan tapped Little Landladys forehead with his finger and thought to himself, luckily I worked overtime last night to learn a new technique, otherwise you really would have stumped me. But this string of century-old red agate Fake. Lin Chuan took another look before concluding. Fake? Little Landlady furrowed her brows, a look of surprise on her face. Lin Chuan nodded and gave a light hm. Actually, Lin Chuan spotted the giveaway immediately, but because the giver was Old Zhangs partnerAunt Liuhe took several more glances, very careful to ensure he was not mistaken. Otherwise, with Lin Chuans status as a grandmaster level master in the virtual worlds antiques circle, he only needed to hold it in his hand, touch it lightly, and take one look, and no falsity or deceit could hide from his fiery eyes and golden pupils. When it came to antique forgery, no one could claim kingship before him. Chairman, how did you tell it was a fake? Little Landlady Zhang Xinxin asked in a daze. Lin Chuan smiled, placed the century-old red agate bracelet in Little Landladys hand, and then pointed at the patterns, Look here. Little Landlady pursed her lips and said in a soft voice, I cant tell. Can you teach me, Chairman? Lin Chuan, a good head taller than Little Landlady, used his right hand to gently tousle her hair and teased, Who taught you to speak so coyly? The strategies taught me. Little Landlady beamed, her eyes filled with a dazzling starry sky. You dont actually need any strategies. Lin Chuan chuckled, then continued to look at the century-old red agate bracelet, The craftsmanship of this bracelet is very good. Its a replica of Southern Red Agate, altered in color through heat treatment, and this aspect is done quite well; you can clearly see the cinnabar spots accumulating, resembling the cinnabar red in century-old Southern Red Agate. Southern Red Agate, also known as cinnabar jade, has a fine and oily texture and originates from the Yundian region, highly valued as collectible art. Little Landlady listened intently, her clear eyes fixed on Lin Chuan. Why are you looking at me? Look at it, Lin Chuan stopped. Okay. Little Landlady grinned and said, Keep talking, Im listening. Lin Chuan tapped Little Landladys head and continued, Whether its the color or texture, this bracelet is one of the better fakes amongst replicas, but the patterns still give away subtle clues. Look here, he said, pointing. Little Landlady followed Lin Chuans finger to examine the beads. On the agate beads, there were very fine granular patterns. Lin Chuan remarked, Cinnabar Southern Red Agate should have patterns almost like flames, very enchanting, but this imitation, the patterns are not fine enough, and its antiquing technique still lacks some level. Little Landlady earnestly used Lin Chuans method to carefully scrutinize each bead. Ultimately, with a pout, she placed the beads on the table. Each one was a replica. Little Landlady, whats this about someone wanting to buy your bracelet? Lin Chuan sat at the table, eating the beef noodles Little Landlady had packed, while asking. Little Landlady pouted. As it turned out, yesterday a customer wanted to have a look around the company and Little Landlady agreed. During the visit, the customer noticed the century-old red agate bracelet on Little Landladys wrist and greatly admired it. At the time, Little Landlady had thought it was just mutual business flattery. Unexpectedly, this morning, the customer messaged Little Landlady wanting to purchase her century-old red agate bracelet at a high price. Little Landlady found it strange and couldnt decide on her own, so she immediately ran to get Lin Chuans opinion. Unconsciously, she had become somewhat dependent on Lin Chuan. How much is he willing to pay for it? Lin Chuan asked with a smile, his mouth corner raised. Little Landlady stretched out her slender index finger, One hundred thousand. Lin Chuans eyebrows raised, and he paused in his eating, In that case, hes quite interested in this bracelet, huh? One hundred thousand yuan, offering a high price for a replica of the century-old red agate bracelet, thats interesting. Little Landlady clearly didnt understand Lin Chuans words, her eyebrows knitted together, Chairman, what does that mean? Lin Chuan smiled and said cheerfully, Have you heard of the Antique Scam? Little Landlady shook her head. Previously engrossed in short videos and after starting a company with Lin Chuan recently, she was busy planning the companys development and researching what 24-year-old men likehow could she know anything about the Antique Scam? I think you might have encountered an Antique Scam, Lin Chuan said with a smile, and then explained the Antique Scam to Little Landlady. The Antique Scam is actually one of the deceptive practices from the Cheating Sects Eight Generals. The antiques market is treacherous, with extremely high profit margins, and some people have derived illicit methods, using antiques as bait to lure victims. The ultimate goal was essentially to sell replicas as authentic pieces at high prices. At its core, it was about exploiting peoples psychology to commit fraud. Many people got deeply trapped in the Antique Scam and couldnt extricate themselves, eventually leading to financial ruin, and in worse cases, broken families. So, Little Landlady, you understand what Im saying now, right? Lin Chuan said with a smile. I kind of get it now. Little Landlady took a deep breath. Which means, Aunt Liu might have set me up. Its indeed possible, but her target isnt likely you; its Old Zhang, Lin Chuan nodded in affirmation. Lin Chuan speculated that in this Antique Scam, Liu Qing first used her relationship with Old Zhang to give the Little Landlady the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet. Then, she arranged for a stooge to coincidentally see the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet and offer to buy it at a high price. Her purpose was actually to use the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet to make the Little Landlady trust her. Thus influencing Old Zhang. Because the Little Landlady was the person Old Zhang was closest to. Liu Qing was very clever. She had investigated both Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady and knew that they had no experience with antique trinkets and were completely ignorant in that area. Therefore, she boldly designed such a scam under the guise of meeting them. The goal was to hook Old Zhang. Originally, when Lin Chuan first encountered Liu Qing, he was only suspicious and did not dare be completely certain. But now suddenly someone wanted to buy the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet she had given to the Little Landlady at a high price, so Lin Chuan was sure that she wasnt sincerely dating Old Zhang but rather planning to swindle him. This kind of scam was relatively common in the antiques circle. For someone new to antiques like Old Zhang, it was like a lower-dimensional strike. So what should we do? Should we tell Old Zhang directly? The Little Landlady furrowed her brows and asked. After some thought, Lin Chuan shook his head: Old Zhang might already be caught in it. If we confront him directly, he might not believe us, and it could alert Liu Qing instead. Lets collect evidence first. As the saying goes, the player is blind but the onlooker sees clear. After years of being single, he was desperate for a relationship, so he fell for it. From Old Zhangs perspective: His girlfriend gave his daughter a precious Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet, and someone wanted to buy it for a high price. This indicated that the bracelet was genuine. It further proved that his girlfriend truly cared for his daughter. As for the word deceit, it probably only flickered through his mind without leaving a trace. This Liu Qing actually wants to trick Old Zhang! The Little Landladys brows knitted together, and a hint of anger appeared on her pretty face as she said indignantly. Lin Chuan rubbed the Little Landladys head to comfort her, Stay calm. Little Landlady took a deep breath to calm her agitation and then asked, Chairman, what should we do with this bracelet now? Of course, we should sell it, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. Ah? Little Landlady was taken aback. Isnt it a fake? Will the client really buy it? If it really is part of an Antique Scam, of course, they will buy it, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Even if we say we dont know if its real or fake, he will insist its genuine. Besides, how can we gather evidence and talk to Old Zhang if we dont sell it? In the rental, the Little Landlady pursed her lips: What will we do after selling it? Lin Chuan pondered for a moment. In his mind, he retrieved memories related to the antiques con in the Virtual World. Then, Lin Chuan smiled, the corners of his mouth forming a subtle curve, If everything goes as expected, after we sell it, Liu Qing will soon invite Old Zhang and you to view a collection of antiques. Hmph, the wicked woman! The Little Landlady, Zhang Xinxin, clenched her fists and pouted, speaking angrily. Dont worry, Ill help you get your revenge, Lin Chuan said with a laugh as he rubbed the Little Landladys head again. Little Landlady looked up, her clear eyes meeting Lin Chuans, and with a purse of her lips, she nodded firmly, feeling inexplicably reassured by the sight of Lin Chuans faintly smiling face. How come you know everything? the Little Landlady asked curiously. Well maybe thats just the mark of a genius, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Only a genius could explain all this. Otherwise its not like I could say Im using a cheat, right? Chairman, youre so full of yourself! the Little Landlady teased, but deep down she had no doubt about Lin Chuans words. Lin Chuan smiled faintly, then picked up the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet from the table, his eyes flashing with a cold and sharp light. He didnt want the Little Landlady to worry. If it had been yesterday, he would have been a complete novice in the world of antique trinkets. But after last nights experience in virtual life, he was now at the Grandmaster Level in the antiques circle! The pinnacle of forgery was creating a replica that was even more convincing than the genuine article, and Lin Chuan was at that level. As for appraising, it was merely a matter of handling the item and looking it over. Chapter 121 - Chapter 121: Chapter 119: Who is the Fish that Got Hooked? (Please Subscribe) Chapter 121: Chapter 119: Who is the Fish that Got Hooked? (Please Subscribe) Soon enough. Under Lin Chuans instruction, the Little Landlady arranged a meeting with the client at a tea house. The eight or nine oclock sun, with its round outline becoming increasingly clear against the dawn sky, cast a pale golden light on the road. The cool of the early morning intertwined with the warmth of the sunshine, as the familiar little electric scooter made its way down this street. After a short while, both the Little Landlady and Lin Chuan arrived at their destination. Yueming Tea House. This tea house wasnt conspicuous, nestled at the end of a tranquil alley. The storefront was modest, but simple and elegant, with several pots of lush green potted plants placed in front, releasing a faint fragrance. The Little Landlady parked the electric scooter outside the alley, took off her helmet, and, holding Lin Chuans hand, stepped into the tea house. The service at the tea house was excellent. Upon entering, a woman in a cheongsam with a graceful figure led them inside. The Little Landlady glanced at the cheongsam and whispered into Lin Chuans ear, Director, do you like cheongsams? Lin Chuan was taken aback, Lets focus on the matter at hand first! The Little Landlady was always flirting. Alright. Zhang Xinxin grinned and laughed. Knock, knock, knock The waitress led Lin Chuan and Zhang to a private room and tapped lightly on the wooden door. Come in. A voice called out from the room. President Li. Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady pushed the door open and saw a middle-aged man sitting in front of the tea table. His thick eyebrows arched slightly, his face round and full, appearing somewhat portly. Upon seeing the two enter, President Li immediately stood up to greet them warmly, guided them to their seats, and his smile was reassuring. This was Lin Chuans first encounter with President Li, so he took a moment to observe President Lis attire. President Li was dressed casually, with a Landscape Jade Pendant around his neck, a Small-Leaf Rosewood Bracelet on his wrist, and a lions head in his hand. It was clear that he was acquainted with the antiques circle. As for their quality, they didnt catch Lin Chuans eye. After all, the antiques he forged were much more valuable than what President Li was wearing. Several paintings and calligraphy hung in the private room of the tea house; Lin Chuan also took a glance at them. For instance, Friend of Women Oops, Feel at Home. Having experienced life, Lin Chuan had a natural sensitivity to these things. And President Li in front offered a smile, What kind of tea would you two like? Lin Chuan chose casually, Puer tea. President Li began to brew the Puer tea with deliberate care, chatting with Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady about collaboration and antiques while he did so. It wasnt until the tea was ready that President Li poured a cup for both Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady. At that moment. His gaze fell upon the so-called Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet on the Little Landladys wrist, Little Director Zhang, the more I look at this Southern Red Agate bracelet of yours, the more precious it seems to me. May I take a closer look at it? The Little Landlady exchanged a glance with Lin Chuan, then took off the Red Agate bracelet and handed it to President Li. President Li immediately displayed an expression as if he had found a treasure, cradling it in his palm. He examined each Red Agate bead with great care. Every expression, every subtle movement of his was just right, as if he was appreciating a marvelous piece of art. But looking at his expression, calling it art wasnt enough; it was at least a hereditary treasure. This scene unfolded before Lin Chuans eyes. Lin Chuan struggled to suppress the smile on his lips, maintaining a calm demeanor, yet his heart was blooming with joy. We have undergone professional training, no matter how funny something is, we wont laugh. Unless we cant help it! This President Li really was a master at playing roles in the antiques circle, a veritable Oscar-winning actor. Although this was a high-quality imitation of a Red Agate bracelet, imitated so well it could deceive most collectors, it wasnt valuable enough to be considered a treasured heirloom. However. In President Lis eyes, Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady were nothing but outsiders to the antiques circle. No! They werent even worthy of being called outsiders! Therefore, he wasnt worried about being exposed. After carefully examining and admiring for a while, President Li turned to the Little Landlady with a serious look: Little Director Zhang, this Southern Red Agate bracelet, at least one hundred years old, the more I look at it, the more I like it. Amazing, indescribably so. I wonder if Little Director Zhang would be willing to part with it? The Little Landlady glanced at President Li and said hesitantly, President Li, this was a gift from a friend of mine. Is it really as valuable as you say? President Li took a sip of tea, then pointing to the agate bracelet, he said, Little Director Zhang, perhaps youre not too familiar with agate. Let me teach you how to appreciate Southern Red Agate. Look here, this color, this texture, it must have been nurtured by the ravages and baptism of a century to attain this sheen and warmth. President Li, how much is this bracelet worth? Lin Chuan, standing to the side, smiled and joined the conversation. This time, Lin Chuan wasnt here to show off, but to act. So, he wouldnt expose President Lis trickery but planned to go with the flow and under some pretense of reluctance, sell him the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet. President Li glanced at Lin Chuan and after scrutinizing the bracelet again, marveled, I wont hide it from you, Director Lin, if Little Director Zhang is willing to part with it, Im willing to purchase it at the market price of one hundred thousand! The Little Landlady, demonstrating perfect acting skills, expressed mild surprise, President Li, I cant guarantee this bracelet is the Century-Old Southern Red Agate Bracelet you mentioned. Perhaps I should have it appraised first. Upon hearing the word appraisal, President Li waved his hands repeatedly, Little Director Zhang, Ive been in the Anling antiques circle for decades, you could say my eyes are the authority, no appraisal needed. This The Little Landlady appeared hesitant. If Lin Chuan hadnt pre-emptively enlightened her, with President Lis Oscar-worthy performance, she might have indeed been utterly convinced. President Li, who was incredibly professional at acting as a plant, immediately began to weave a story: Little Director Zhang, to tell you the truth, I intended to buy this to give to my wife. My wife and I have weathered decades together, but Ive never bought her any significant gift, and in a few days, it will be her birthday A touching and poignant love story emerged from President Lis mouth. The Little Landlady took a deep breath, seemingly moved by the story. She couldnt help but glance at Lin Chuan. It wasnt because she associated it with herself and Lin Chuan, but because Lin Chuan had correctly predicted President Lis actions and reactions, including the tragically beautiful love story, before he arrived. After all, these stories of high-price repurchases are few. Such as Ive been searching for years, my wife left me, my children scattered, and now Ive finally found it or My family elders birthday is soon, I grew up following him, he to me In a word, touching! Then, under a bit of push and pull, Lin Chuan casually joined in the bargaining, slightly raising the price, and sold the bracelet for twelve thousand to President Li. The deal was struck! Both parties were very satisfied! Walking out of the Yueming Tea House, Little Landlady had a smile on her face: Director, does dealing in antiques really make money like this? Lin Chuan laughed and said, In antiques, there are plenty who lose money. Many who make big money are experts in fakery; after all, among the antiques circulating on the market, maybe one in a hundred thousand may be genuine. Are we committing fraud doing this? Little Landlady asked again. Not at all, Lin Chuan replied. But we are selling reproductions as the real thing, Little Landlady frowned slightly. Lin Chuan laughed heartily: Didnt we emphasize from the start that we didnt know if this bracelet was real or fake? If he wants to buy it, he has to take the risk. Hmm, stacking up buffs right from the start with a disclaimer. Even if the police pursued it later, they couldnt pin anything on Lin Chuan and Little Landlady; as long as they insisted they didnt know if it was real or fake, it wouldnt be considered fraud. This is also the reason why its hard to hold anyone accountable in the antiques circle. Even if you buy a fake, you can only accept it. So what do we do next? Little Landlady, growing bolder, wrapped her arm around Lin Chuans. Lin Chuan tried to pull his arm out, but Little Landlady held on tightly, so he let her be: Now, just wait for Liu Qing to invite you and Old Zhang to play at the Antique Market. Youre coming with me. Little Landlady shook Lin Chuans arm, speaking in a coquettish tone. A coquettish woman leads the most fortunate life! Lin Chuan, seeing Little Landladys coquettish behavior, felt a softness in his heart: If I dont go, am I supposed to watch my financial director and my old landlord fall into the Antique Scam? Director Lin, youre so nice! Little Landlady chuckled. This is getting a bit affectionate, Lin Chuan cautioned, An office romance, if the subordinates find out, could be a bit problematic. Isnt the office a very exciting place? Little Landlady lifted her face and mischievously said, The office, the director, the secretary, hehehe Lin Chuan was taken aback and tapped Little Landladys forehead with his finger: Youve been watching too many movies! Youve watched them, too, otherwise how would you know? Zhang Xinxin blinked and laughed. Lin Chuan was at a loss for words: Next time lets watch together! Sure! Zhang Xinxin readily agreed, Ill find a website, hehehe. Two oclock in the afternoon. In Qingxiu District, inside a Cheongsam Shop, Little Landlady was trying on a simple blue and white porcelain cheongsam. Standing in front of the mirror, she asked Lin Chuan behind her: Director Lin, do I look good in this? Lin Chuan looked up. The simple blue and white porcelain cheongsam gently draped over Little Landladys body, outlining her perfect waistline, her graceful figure. The only thing that seemed a bit off was the tightness above her waistline. Clearly! A cheongsam too small in the bust wasnt suitable for Little Landlady. Lin Chuan glanced at the tight area, the corner of his mouth twitched, and he diplomatically replied: You should go for a custom cheongsam. Then next time Ill get one made and wear it for you to see, Little Landlady said with a smile. Ring, ring, ring At this moment, Little Landladys phone rang. The caller ID: Old Zhang. She answered the call. Zhang, do you and Lin Chuan have time? Old Zhang started speaking from the other end of the phone. Little Landlady responded: Old Zhang, Im shopping with Lin Chuan now! Where are you shopping? Old Zhang asked. Qingxiu District, why? Little Landlady replied. Come to East Street in a while, Aunt Liu wants to pick a gift for you, Old Zhang said with a laugh. Little Landlady was surprised: A gift? On the other end of the phone, Liu Qing was beside Old Zhang, smiling: Zhang, the century-old red agate bracelet I gave you last time seemed too casual for a first meeting gift, so I want to pick out another gift for you. A few antique dealers I know just got in some new stock, and I thought Id take you to choose one. Little Landlady immediately looked at Lin Chuan beside her, her eyes full of questions. She was very close to Lin Chuan, so he heard everything clearly and nodded. Aunt Liu, the bracelet you gave me last time is already quite valuable; theres no need to pick out another first meeting gift, Little Landlady half-heartedly replied. Old Zhang has only you as a precious daughter, and Aunt Liu has taken a liking to you. Im happy to invite you to stroll through Antique Streetyou dont have to buy anything, just looking is good. Bring Lin along too, you two can take a closer look together, Liu Qing continued. Okay, Aunt Liu, Lin Chuan and I will be right over, Little Landlady squeezed out a smile and replied. Aunt Liu is waiting for you two, Liu Qing laughed. Dudu dudu. The call ended. Little Landlady turned to Lin Chuan: Director Lin, shes really set up a scheme. Lin Chuan smiled, a hint of confidence on his face: Dont worry, Ive also prepared a scheme for her, so lets see who ends up being the fish on the hook. Chapter 125 - Chapter 125: Chapter 121: The King of Fraud, Never Fails! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 125: Chapter 121: The King of Fraud, Never Fails! (Please Subscribe) The next day. May 28th. As the sun began to rise, a warm orange-red hue gradually spread across the sky. On the roadside, leaves and blades of grass were covered in glittering dewdrops, twinkling in the morning light. A gentle, cool breeze brushed across Lin Chuans face, slowly eroding his drowsiness. Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady had arranged to meet President Li at Yueming Tea House. To demonstrate the importance they placed on this batch of antiques, they did not ride in a small electric vehicle, but instead called for a luxury car specifically for the trip. The car: Mercedes-Benz GLC. The driver: Wang Zikai. Old Lin, you wow! Wang Zikai, sitting in the drivers seat, turned his head and saw Lin Chuan getting into the car with the Little Landlady. He couldnt help but raise his thumb. This guy! He had been worried about him not being able to find a girlfriend before, but it turned out, one girl after another kept showing up around him. The girl today was wearing a floral dress and was as pretty as a movie star. According to Old Lin, she was his landlady, as well as his Chief Financial Officer, Head of Human Resources, and the main investor in his company! Since the Little Landlady was present, Wang Zikai could only give a hearty greeting to Lin Chuan, to save face for his brother. But in his heart, he was quietly cursing Lin Chuan. Old Lin must be the incarnation of the God of Marriage, binding himself with so many red stringstwo policewomen and a little landlady whos a rich investor? Im not like him; I only have one novelist rich investor. Driver, to Yueming Tea House, Lin Chuan instructed from the back seat, with the Little Landlady beside him, giving orders to Old Wang. Old Wang curled his lip, but since his brother was with a girl, he could only comply, saying, Passengers in the back, please fasten your seatbelts. We are now headed to Yueming Tea House. Lin Chuan laughed, Old Wang, you got up early in the morning to pick us up. Didnt interrupt your sweet dream, did we? Dear highly-subscribed author passenger, I am at your service anytime! Old Wang replied again. Cut it out, be serious. Lin Chuan said, laughing. My anti-fraud novel Inescapable has already concluded, so recently Qiqi suggested I go to bed earlier. Otherwise, its easy for my liver to overheat, affecting kidney function, Old Wang explained. You better take care of yourself, Lin Chuan teased. What are you doing heading to Yueming Tea House so early in the morning? Old Wang asked curiously. Patting the box in his hand, Lin Chuan smiled, Ive recently got my hands on a few antiques. Im taking them for someone to appraise. Antiques? Old Wang was surprised. Youve started getting involved in the antiques circle. You have a wide array of interests. How about the anti-fraud writing competition? The competition for advancing to the next round will be settled on May 31st. There are three more days, said Lin Chuan with a smile. Thats true. Old Lin, do you think I can win a prize? Second prize, maybe. And what about you? First prize. Theres only one first prizeits highly competitive, with film adaptation and rights development at stake! Old Wang spat dismissively. The second round would be judged by professional jurorsanti-fraud experts, anti-fraud police, and fraud victimswhose standards would be distinct from the popular traction gained through mass marketing campaigns. This judging panel would place more emphasis on exposing the evils of fraud to achieve the effect of anti-fraud awareness. Just wait for my adaptation, and I will take you to see the movie, Lin Chuan said with a raised eyebrow and a smile. I think my fraud plots were written very well. I have a better chance of adaptation! Old Wang protested. Lin Chuan chuckled, Have you forgotten who taught you those fraud schemes? Uh Old Wang found himself at a loss for words. The Mercedes-Benz GLC sped through the pale golden morning sun, its engine roaring down the street. Shortly after, they arrived at the Yueming Villa. Old Wang waited in the car for Lin Chuan. Holding the box, Lin Chuan walked into Yueming Tea House with the Little Landlady. It was the same waitress as before, dressed in a qipao with a welcoming smile. They entered the same private room as last time, pushing open the door to find President Li already waiting for them. President Li, sorry to have kept you waiting. Lin Chuan put the box aside and shook hands with President Li amiably. With a warm smile, President Li said, Director Lin, Little Director Zhang, Ive only just arrived myself. Shall we have Puer tea again? Sure, Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady nodded in agreement. As President Li held the teacups with tongs, he said, My wife really liked the hundred-year-old Southern Red Agate bracelet that Little Director Zhang brought yesterday. She specifically asked me to thank you. Its us who should be thanking President Li. Youre like a guide for us in the antiques circle, Lin Chuan complimented President Li. Haha, Lin Chuan, we are just exchanging and exploring ideas together, President Li chuckled. Each exchanged pleasantries, but both harbored their own cunning plots. Did you two pick up quite a few nice things at East Street yesterday? President Li asked with a smile, pouring a cup of tea for Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady. Im just trying my hand at it. Whether theyre authentic or not, good or bad, Ill have to rely on President Li to appraise them for us, Lin Chuan replied with a smile. Then, he opened the box, took out the antiques he had picked up the day before, and laid them out one by one for President Li to examine. President Li took a sip of tea, picked up the Xuande Furnace closest to him, and examined it carefully. President Li, feel free to speak your mind, Lin Chuan prompted. Director Lin, how much did you pay for this furnace? President Li gently brushed his hand over the Xuande Furnace, frowning slightly as he asked. Three thousand five hundred. Lin Chuan quoted the overpriced offer made casually by the seller. President Li clicked his tongue and then sipped his tea, Director Lin, Im not going to lie to you, this furnace is most likely mass-produced. President Li, could you talk about the specific methods of identification? Lin Chuan asked earnestly, eager to learn. Director Lin, since youve just entered the field, let me teach you some basic methods. Look at the patina on this furnace. For copperware thats truly ancient, the patina is very distinctive, like right here President Li spoke with great patience. In his eyes, he thought Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin, these two young people, decided to venture into the antiques circle, impetuously buying a bunch of items after selling a string of beads for 120,000 yuan the day before. President Li, take a look at this hairpin, said Lin Chuan. This hairpin has quite nice craftsmanship. And this folding fan here, the owner said its a piece by Zheng Banqiao. Hmm it should come in handy when the weather is hot. President Li, take another look at this coin, Lin Chuan said as he placed a coin in front of President Li to inspect. President Li had been talking for quite a while and his mouth was dry, so he took a sip of tea. He was already contemplating how to reply with high EQ, thinking something along the lines of this ancient coin with a face value of one yuan should be worth one yuan. Putting down the teacup. President Li, wearing a smile, picked up the coin before him, glanced at it, and was about to make his judgment when suddenly He furrowed his brows slightly, his eyes condensed, and a flash of surprise and doubt crossed his face, quickly disappearing. President Li stared intently at the obverse of the coin, which read Guimao Year Fengtian Province Made Guangxu Yuanbao Treasury Flat Silver One Tael, with a coiled dragon pattern in the center on the reverse, and the minting places name in English along with the coins value around the edges. Hiss! President Li drew in a sharp breath, straightened his posture significantly, and focused deeply on the coin he was holding. The coin had an ancient and solemn appearance, the silver slightly oxidized, presenting a unique silver-gray hue, darker around the edges and progressively brighter towards the center, with a natural, smooth transition that gleamed softly under the light. The front featured vigorously powerful lettering surrounded by exquisite patterns, smooth lines, and on the reverse, the dragons scales were clearly visible, its eyes vivid and lifelike. The patina on both sides of the coin was unequivocally formed naturally. President Lis brows furrowed deeper and deeper, his mouth slightly open, as if he wanted to say something but didnt know how to express it. Eventually. He swallowed, calmed the rapid beating of his heart, and slowly set down the coin: Director Lin, I need to use the restroom. Please excuse me for a moment. Without waiting to see what expressions Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady had, he had already walked out of the private room and went towards a secluded corner of the Yueming Tea House, making sure there was no surveillance and nobody around, before he took out his cellphone and made a call. Hello, Sister Liu! President Li began, breathing somewhat rapidly. Did you handle those two kids? Once youve taken care of them, take them to the antique market for some fun, and let them have a taste of success. A womans voice came from the phone. If Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady had been present, they would surely have recognized the voice. It was none other than Old Zhangs partner, Liu Qing. Liu Qing, theres been a change! President Li took a deep breath and said. What happened? Liu Qing asked. That kid might have stumbled upon something good! President Li gulped and said. Hes an antiques rookie. I looked at a few things he scavenged last night; not an ounce of talent for antiques. What good could he possibly have? Liu Qing snorted. He showed me several items, truly the kind that only a rookie would pick up, but just now he showed me a coin, President Li said seriously. What coin? Fengtian One Tael! On the other end of the phone, Liu Qing was clearly taken aback, and then said, Youve been fooled too, theres only one Fengtian One Tael coin, how could it be in his hands? I couldnt believe it myself, but that coin, it looks so much alike! President Li said with some excitement. Calm down and describe that coin to me in detail, Liu Qing instructed. Alright. President Li described in detail everything he saw, including the coins appearance, color, patina, smoothness, and its general size and weight, without missing a single detail. If its really as you described, it does seem quite similar, Liu Qing said after listening, now a bit hesitant herself. The Fengtian One Tael was the King of Coins among modern silver coins. Liu Qing and President Li, as people mingling in the antiques circle, knew all too well the Fengtian One Tael that had once sold for an astronomical price of 46 million yuan. President Li looked around carefully, then said, If that coin really is the Fengtian One Tael, our performance See if you can trick him into giving you that coin, or at the very least take a video of it for me to authenticate! Liu Qings heart was also stirring with eagerness. She had meticulously crafted a scheme to entice Old Zhang into the trap, and the expected profit was merely in the tens of millions. But then, a Fengtian One Tael suddenly surfaced in her ears! Forty-six million yuan! That number was irresistibly enticing to her. In the private room. After President Li left, the Little Landlady leaned in front of Lin Chuan and whispered, Do you think theyll fall for our setup? Dont worry, Ive never failed, Lin Chuan sipped his tea and smiled. Hm? The Little Landlady frowned and looked up at Lin Chuan, Never failed, have you done this kind of thing before? Lin Chuans face darkened as he joked, Im a decent person, very honest. Youre not honest about anything! the Little Landlady pouted. I was just joking. Lin Chuan laughed. In fact, he wasnt joking at all. As the king of con artists, he had staged hundreds of such setups and indeed, had never failed! Chapter 126 - Chapter 126: Chapter 122 Really! Forty-six million! (Please subscribe!) Chapter 126: Chapter 122 Really! Forty-six million! (Please subscribe!) Yueming Tea House. After President Li had spoken with Liu Qing on the phone, he already had a plan in mind. He then returned to the private room with long strides and an energetic spirit: Director Lin, Little Director Zhang, sorry to have kept you waiting. Its no problem at all, Lin Chuan waved his hand, smiling, Today its us who have troubled President Li. Its only right that we should wait. Youre too kind, Director Lin. President Li seated himself, laughing heartily. Lin Chuan took a sip of tea and immediately passed the Fengtian One Tael coin back to President Li: President Li, weve already looked at the stove, hairpin, and fan earlier, and now only this coin remains. President Li took the coin, glanced at Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady, then fixed his gaze back on the coin that had his nerves trembling. He slightly furrowed his brows and summarized the origin of the coin. Next, he began analyzing its appearance: Director Lin, look at its patina, silver-gray with a bias toward black around the edges, a result of silver oxidation, while the center is brighter and smoother, making it a rare gem among coins! So its genuine? Lin Chuans eyes lit up at this. Ah President Li heaved a sigh and shook his head, Director Lin, you may not know, this Fengtian One Tael coin is a sample minted in 1903, and theres only one in the world, which is currently on public display at the Hongxi Art Museum. Thus, any circulating in the market are fakes. Lin Chuans acting skills surged as his expression quickly fell into dejection, yet he seemed somewhat reluctant to accept this, President Li, please take another close look. If it is a sample minting, could there be a second one produced? Theres currently no evidence to prove the existence of a second Fengtian One Tael, President Li shook his head, The one you have here is a top-grade imitation. Thank you, President Li, for your time today. Lin Chuan let out a sigh, taking the coin back and sipping his tea in resignation, a mixture of dissatisfaction and indignation playing across his face. He patted the Little Landladys hand, ready to stand up and leave. Director Lin. President Li called out, stopping Lin Chuan. Yes, President Li, what advice do you have? asked Lin Chuan with a smile. If I may ask so boldly, how much did you pay for that Fengtian One Tael just now? inquired President Li. Holding the coin, Lin Chuan replied somewhat sheepishly, One hundred and twenty thousand. Hiss! President Li took a sharp breath, then said, Director Lin, I have a friend who is keen on collecting these coins. If Lin Chuan wants to minimize his loss, would you be willing to sell it for twenty thousand? Twenty thousand? Lin Chuan was taken aback. Thats right, just to make a friend, President Li smiled. Lin Chuan held the coin, looked at it again, and shook his head, President Li, this was the first high-value item I bought back. It was a misjudgment, and so Id like to keep it for myself as a lesson learned. Do you have an ideal price in mind, Director Lin? President Li probed. Anyone who has bargained knows that when the other side provides a reason for refusal, it usually means the price isnt right. Time to raise the offer! The corners of Lin Chuans mouth tilted up slightly in a self-deprecating smile, Dont laugh at me, President Li. When I first acquired this coin, I compared it against photos of Fengtian One Tael for a long time before I was sure. I originally thought it could be worth at least ten million, but now Ive truly embarrassed myself. President Lis smile twitched as he thought to himself, You sure have big dreams! Using just a photograph for comparison and expecting to make millions, but damned if you didnt almost fool them! President Li thought for a moment and smiled, In the realm of antiques, it all comes down to the character play. There are not many people who play with the boldness that Director Lin does. Im just a novice in the presence of an expert, Lin Chuan responded with a smile. After pondering for a short while, President Li added, Director Lin, Im by no means a master in the antiques circle and can only say Ive just scratched the surface when it comes to appraisal. The identification of this coin may not be entirely accurate. I will take a few pictures of this coin and then consult a few master friends for a thorough examination. How does that sound? This Lin Chuan was somewhat hesitant. At this moment, Little Landlady joined the conversation, Chairman, if those masters identify it as a genuine piece, we could make a fortune! Exactly, thats the idea! President Li laughed heartily, hurriedly chiming in. Fine! Lin Chuan glanced at President Li, looking at this proxy for Liu Qing, and revealed a slight smile. President Li took the photographs meticulously, not overlooking any detail. He even brought out a precise ruler and a weighing device to record the diameter and weight of the coin. Despite all this, President Li still felt a bit regretful, because he couldnt take the coin directly for appraisal. Take care, President Li. Lin Chuan smiled, intending to keep this coin in his hand at all times; it was the most important lure in this scheme. By the time he stepped out of Yueming Tea House, it was already noon. In the alleys, the midday sun resembled golden fine sand, sprinkling upon the stone slabs and tiles, seeping through the gaps in the leaves, and dotting the ground with a mottled play of light and shadow. A gentle breeze rustled through the leaves, bringing a hint of coolness, and in a corner, several cats lazily lounged in the sun, napping. Chairman, do you really think theyll believe that this coin is the Fengtian One Tael? Little Landlady asked, her eyebrows knitted in curiosity. Of course, Lin Chuan said with a smile, his confidence evident on his handsome face, which seemed particularly dazzling in the sunlight. Forty million-plus, will they really take the bait that easily? Little Landlady asked naturally as she looped her arm through Lin Chuans. In the antiques circle, in the jadeite circle, making a fortune can happen overnight, just as bankruptcy can, Lin Chuan said, ruffling Little Landladys hair first. The fraud was now set in motion. Liu Qing and President Li had already been ensnared. As long as they went to get the Fengtian One Tael coin appraised with its photographs, they would soon be unable to extricate themselves. Even if they suspected a trap, they couldnt resist such temptation. In the Virtual World of Fraud Salesman and Antique Forgery, Lin Chuan had seen too many such people. Its not that they lacked intelligence. On the contrary, they were calculating and shrewd. But when faced with a vast profit, they would throw caution to the wind. For a 100% profit, they would dare to trample all human laws; with a 300% profit, they would dare commit any crime, even risking the noose. And the Fengtian One Tael counterfeit that Lin Chuan had crafted was convincing enough to deceive even masters. Chairman, I remember you mentioned last time that Liu Qing might be connected to the factory area. How does the antiques circle relate to the factory area? Little Landlady asked, pursing her lips, unable to fathom the intricacies. Lin Chuan countered, Why cant they be connected? I dont understand, Little Landlady shook her head. Lin Chuan looked around, checking to make sure they were alone, before he began to explain, The factory areas in the Myanmar area, like the fifteen fraudsters I caught last time, most of them engage in telecommunications fraud. The money they acquire from fraud isnt clean and cannot be circulated openly on the market, so they need to launder it. Launder money? Little Landlady furrowed her brows. Lin Chuan nodded, continuing, There are many ways to launder money, such as jewelry trade, stock appreciation, antique auctions, and so on. A large factory complex isnt just comprised of the Cheating Sect and the Eight Generals that we know about within the factorys premises, but also various gangs active outside. Its a complete industry chain. Little Landlady nodded with a look of half-understanding. So what were facing now is probably not just Liu Qing, but a whole large fraud syndicate, Lin Chuan paused, turning to look at Little Landlady as he spoke. Should we call the police? Little Landlady asked. We dont have any evidence yet. Its hard to trace. Lin Chuan shook his head. So isnt it very dangerous? Little Landlady pouted. Mhm. Lin Chuan warned, Its very dangerous; you need to be careful and not go out alone. Director What is it? But I sleep alone, Little Landlady pursed her lips, raising her eyes to look at Lin Chuan with a hint of a smile, her clear autumn-water-like eyes sparkling with light. Lin Chuan immediately covered himself with both hands, Help, a college girl is robbing me of my virtue! Hmph! Little Landlady pouted. Lin Chuan tapped Little Landladys forehead, smiling, Lets go, lets have lunch first. What about the coin? Well find a master appraiser later. President Li and the others will approach us on their own this afternoon or evening, Lin Chuan smiled. Elsewhere. After leaving Yueming Tea House, President Li quickly got into his BMW X5 and rushed to meet with Liu Qing at the highest speed. A Tea House in an alleyway. The storefront was small and decorated with antique charm; there were a few pots of green plants around, with sandalwood incense burning, giving it a secluded and elegant atmosphere. President Li looked around before quickly entering the Tea House, pushing open a wooden door to a private room. Sister Liu. Seated in the room was none other than Liu Qing. Did you bring the Fengtian One Tael? Liu Qing, dressed in a cheongsam and sitting gracefully, looked up as President Li entered, asking about the Fengtian One Tael as her first question. No, I bluffed him by saying it was a high-quality replica. The kid believed it and doesnt want to sell anymore; he wants to keep it for his collection, President Li sat down, poured himself a cup of tea, and immediately downed it without caring what kind it was. It was evident that he was a bit anxious. Keep it for his collection? Can he really keep it? Liu Qing laughed lightly, You took the photos, didnt you? Took them! President Li immediately took out a tablet, placing photos of the Fengtian One Tael in front of Liu Qing and listed the data for its weight and diameter. Liu Qing didnt speak. She fixated on the weight and diameter, nodding her head as the measurements matched virtually those of the one in Hongxi Art Museum. Then. Liu Qing shifted her gaze to the tablet. Picture after picture of Lin Chuans Fengtian One Tael coin details flooded her vision. Although she was mainly involved in antique forgery scams, her knowledge in the field of antiques was quite profound, with an exceptional eye for details. After only one look, her heart began to pound with excitement, her pupils dilated, her mouth agape, her face a mix of surprise and thrill as her breath quickened. Yes! The coin was too authentic! From the wear and tear, the patina, to the tarnished color of the silver C there was no trace of forgery. Just like the one worth forty-six million lying silently in the Hongxi Art Museum, it was identical! Sss! Liu Qing couldnt help but take a deep breath to calm her excitement. Yes, a full forty-six million right in front of her eyes C how could she not be excited? I dare not make a premature judgment, Liu Qing put down the tablet, taking a while before she finally made her statement. Im not presuming either, but it looks so much alike, President Li said, his face radiating excitement. Well wait for a master who once had the honor of handling the real Fengtian One Tael to come, Liu Qing took a deep breath, calming herself before saying. Alright! President Li responded. Soon after, an elderly master with white hair but in good spirits entered the room. He was the master Liu Qing had mentioned. After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Liu Qing got straight to the point, Master, please take a look at this coin and determine its authenticity for us. Then. Liu Qing placed the tablet in front of the old man, sliding photos for him herself. The master scrutinized each one thoroughly, even more meticulously than Liu Qing had done. He left no detail of any photo unchecked. After a long moment, the master said in awe, The second Fengtian One Tael has appeared! Liu Qing and President Lis eyes widened simultaneously! The second Fengtian One Tael! Sss! Meaning that the coin in Lin Chuans hands was real! Absolutely real! Worth a full forty-six million! Chapter 127 - Chapter 127: Chapter 123 Let’s Surrender! (Subscribe) Chapter 127: Chapter 123 Lets Surrender! (Subscribe) In the private room of the tea house. After seeing off the master, Liu Qing immediately made up her mind. Acquire that coin! President Li took a deep breath and asked, At what price and under what guise should we acquire it? Liu Qing pondered for a moment, and with an idea in mind, she said: You insist that a Fengtian One Tael is unparalleled in the world. Therefore, the one he has cant possibly be a real Fengtian One Tael. However, after expert appraisal, its been determined that the one he has is a flawed piece from before the creation of the Fengtian One Tael sample coins. Offer one million for it, and let him have a taste of sweetness! Good! Ill contact Lin Chuan right away! General Manager Zhao immediately said. Liu Qing narrowed her eyes and murmured, This kid, he hit a big one right off the bat! In the antiques circle, its not uncommon for novices to unwittingly stumble upon valuable items. Many people jokingly call it a novices protection period. Before long. President Li reported back to Liu Qing, Lin Chuan has agreed to meet at Yueming Tea House tonight. I havent mentioned the price yet, its better to negotiate it face to face. No problem. You can make some concessions as appropriate. Although this guy is a novice in the world of antiques, he has good luck and some brains in business, Liu Qing said with a smile. In her heart, she already regarded the Fengtian One Tael coin in Lin Chuans hands as her own. Forty-six million! As night fell, the lights of Anling City began to shine, stars dotted the night sky, and the windows of high-rise buildings twinkled with the glow of prosperity, while the streets and alleys became more tranquil and peaceful. This time, Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady had reserved a private room at Yueming Tea House in advance, waiting for President Lis arrival. President Li was punctual. At eight oclock sharp, he pushed open the wooden door of the private room, with a smile brimming on his face, and boasted as he entered, I didnt expect Director Lin to be a hidden expert in antiques. Lin Chuan smiled humbly and said, You flatter me, President Li. I am just starting out, like a blind cat running into a dead mouse. President Li laughed heartily and took a sip of the tea Lin Chuan had poured for him. The two exchanged pleasantries for a while. The Little Landlady sat quietly beside Lin Chuan, with a smile on her face. Afterward, President Li got straight to the point: Director Lin, this afternoon, I made a special visit to Master Zhang, the grandmaster of Anling Antiques. After his appraisal, he determined that the coin you have is a flawed piece from the time the Fengtian One Tael sample coins were being made. Lin Chuan nodded with a smile, I was idle this afternoon and also pulled some strings to visit Master Zhou. The Master Zhou from Anling Antique Appraisal Center? President Li was startled, and his brow furrowed slightly. Yes. Lin Chuan simply nodded. What did Master Zhou say? President Li asked. Master Zhous opinion is consistent with Master Zhangs, believing it to be a defective product from when the Fengtian One Tael sample coins were being made. Because this coin has significant implications, he said issuing an appraisal certificate would require multiple evaluations, so he only wrote a brief appraisal note for me. Please take a look, Lin Chuan said with a smile and then pushed the appraisal note in front of President Li. President Li secretly breathed a sigh of relief and quickly said with a smile, Director Lin, now regarding this coin, are you planning to keep it for your collection, or Lin Chuan sipped his Puer tea, shook his head with a smile, and said, Initially, I wanted to keep it for my collection, but Master Zhous offer was quite high, and Im a bit tempted. President Li felt a pang of anxiety. He had just entered the room and hadnt made an offer yet, but the initiative was already out of his hands. Because Lin Chuan had already sought Master Zhou for an appraisal, obtained the appraisal note, and Master Zhou had also made an offer. Damn it! President Li cursed Master Zhou in his heart. Without a doubt, both were harboring the same ideahoping to acquire the genuine Fengtian One Tael at the price of a defective product. What price did Master Zhou offer? Would it be possible to disclose it? President Li leaned forward a little, looking somewhat curious. Lin Chuan played with the tea set without speaking. At that moment, the Little Landlady held up a hand. President Li was taken aback, Five hundred thousand? Master Zhou is indeed generous! The Little Landlady shook her head, President Li, it might be a bit of a surprise for you, but the price Master Zhou offered isnt five hundred thousand, its five million! Five million!? President Li was stunned, his brow furrowing sharply as he had not expected Master Zhous bid to be so high. President Li, please have some tea, Lin Chuan said with a smile as he slowly poured another cup for President Li. President Li chuckled sheepishly, realizing he had been somewhat indiscreet. He leaned back, picked up the blue and white porcelain cup, took a sip, and quickly adjusted his composure: Master Zhous price is five million. Are you thinking of selling, Director Lin? Unexpectedly, Lin Chuan shook his head, The Fengtian One Tael is one of a kind. As a defective product of the Fengtian One Tael, it could probably fetch tens of millions at auction, right? Tens of millions President Li swallowed hard, as the figure had gone far beyond his and Liu Qings expectations. Not worth that much? Lin Chuan looked at President Li and asked with a smile. According to the current market, a defective coin of the Fengtian One Tael is worth at most five million. Its very difficult, very difficult to get tens of millions, President Li inhaled deeply and said. So, Master Zhou is quite conscientious, Lin Chuan awarded Master Zhou with a conscience card. At this juncture, the Little Landlady timely asked, President Li, you mentioned this afternoon that your friend also wants to collect this coin. Does he have a price in mind? Its inconvenient for my friend to come forward, but he is really interested in this coin. He has already given a price range, and he can accept any price within that range, President Li said with a smile. Lin Chuan looked composed, raising an eyebrow slightly, What is the price range of President Lis friend? President Lis voice deepened, Up to six million! Is it a cash transaction? Lin Chuan asked directly, Master Zhou over there is willing to deal in cash. President Li had cursed Master Zhou countless times in his heart already. According to the law, transactions of antiques between individuals constitute a transfer of property. The money obtained is considered income from the transfer of property and is subject to personal income tax. If we conducted a transaction of five million through the bank, a simple check from the tax authorities would mean we would have to pay taxes. At least 20% of that amount would be taken for taxes. Therefore, President Lis six million, compared to Master Zhous five million in cash, wouldnt be as good. Of course, Lin Chuan also knew that for those who specialize in setting up fraudulent schemes, even if the transaction went through the bank and the six million was deposited, it would only be a fleeting pleasure. Because the six million would appear in his account through special means, and after some time, it would disappear without a trace. This was a type of fake transaction method. It was usually used to deceive those who had entered the gambling and pig butchering boards. Half cash, half electronic, how about that? President Li tempted. The Little Landlady held her phone on the side, opened the calculator, and whispered after calculating, Director, the final profit would be around five million four hundred thousand. Alright, half cash, half electronic it is, Lin Chuan quickly agreed, When can we make the transaction? Seeing Lin Chuan agree, President Li breathed a sigh of relief, took a sip of tea, and then lifted his wristwatch to check the time, Director Lin, its not very convenient to gather three million in cash right now, how about tomorrow afternoon at three oclock? No problem. Lin Chuan said cheerfully. Pleasant cooperation! President Li extended his hand, his heart full of joy. Pleasant cooperation. Lin Chuan shook hands with President Li, smiling brightly. After leaving Yueming Tea House. The Little Landlady and Lin Chuan strolled around the mall for a while, then returned to Happiness Community. Lin Chuan made a point of escorting the Little Landlady to her doorstep. Director, come in for a cup of tea, my bed is also very soft and comfy. The Little Landlady now stood at her doorstep, her slender finger brushing her temples hair aside, revealing a delicate profile. Lin Chuan laughed, I still have work to do tonight. I have a computer in my room too, it doesnt freeze, no viruses, very smooth, the Little Landlady winked, her clear eyes almost ensnaring Lin Chuans soul. Cough! An untimely cough interrupted the moment. Old Zhang had arrived. The Little Landlady pouted, glancing at Old Zhang, while Lin Chuan took the opportunity to slip away. Little Landlady, some other time. Nightfall deepened. The starry sky outside the rental window was extra profound, speckled with brightness, shining like twinkling gems. A gust of wind carried whispers of rustling leaves that reached Lin Chuans ears, swelling into a melody. Lin Chuan sat in front of the computer, his hands on the worn-smooth keyboard, typing continuously. The sound of the gold powder shaft wasnt as crisp as a mechanical keyboard but was slightly louder than electrostatic, perfectly suited for someone who typed for a living. At this moment, the computer screen was filled with lines of code and individual dots of light. Ive traced the call records between President Li and Liu Qing. Next, well see their upcoming moves, Lin Chuan murmured to himself. Lin Chuans forgery of the Fengtian One Tael coin wasnt just to extricate Old Zhang from an antique scam, but also to investigate whether Liu Qing was involved with the factory area. He always had a premonition. This was targeting him! So, he took the initiative to forge a coin worth forty-six million to draw out the person behind Liu Qing! Luring the Snake out of its Hole! The next day, dawn broke, casting a warm glow across the eastern sky. The Little Landlady got up early, went to Lin Chuans rented place, and banged loudly on the metal door. Director, Im here, the Little Landlady called out cheerfully. Little Landlady, youre so early. Lin Chuan opened the door. I told you to change the first three words to Old, the Little Landlady pouted as she entered, carrying a red packet in her hand. What are you holding? Lin Chuan asked. Eels, coming over to cook some eel porridge, to nourish you, the Little Landlady said with a virtuous smile. Did you go to the market alone? Lin Chuan frowned. No, there are elderly men and women selling right outside the community, you wouldnt know since you dont shop for groceries, the Little Landlady grinned. Thats alright then, Lin Chuan muttered. Are you showing concern for me? the Little Landlady blinked. Lin Chuan gently tapped the Little Landladys forehead and chuckled, I should show you some concern since youre coming over to cook porridge for me. A blush crept onto the Little Landladys pretty face, and she pressed her lips together, Then later, youd better eat more of the eel porridge. Its good for nourishing qi, enriching blood, fortifying the spleen and stomach, and also for revitalizing the yin and boosting yang. Revitalizing the yin and boosting yang? Lin Chuan was momentarily taken aback. Yeah, yeah, you stay up late to write every day, your kidneys might get a bit weak, so I specially looked up some dietary supplements for you, the Little Landlady said, lowering her head with a smile. Lin Chuans expression darkened: My kidneys are weak you underestimate your director far too much! Then shall we test it? The Little Landlady lifted her soft, fair face, blinking and not moving her gaze away from Lin Chuan. Demon, take this Mighty Heavenly Dragon, Great Luo Mantra from me! Lin Chuan laughed heartily. Afterward, they cooked the eel porridge together and ate breakfast. While eating, they discussed the plans for the day. Director, lets go to the office in the morning to deal with company affairs, then trade the coin with President Li in the afternoon, and tonight the Little Landlady said excitedly. For tonight, I already have plans, Lin Chuan laughed. What plans? the Little Landlady asked curiously, Six hundred thousand, is there a candlelight dinner? What candlelight dinner are you thinking about? Lin Chuan rubbed the Little Landladys hair and chuckled, Tonight, were going to the police station to turn ourselves in! Ah? The Little Landlady was stunned. Lin Chuan smiled, Myanmar area Factory Area gives you six hundred thousand, do you dare to spend it? Chapter 128 - Chapter 128: Chapter 124: Really Torturous! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 128: Chapter 124: Really Torturous! (Please Subscribe) In the apartment. A one-bedroom, one-living room that spanned from the north to the south, warm sunlight filtered through the gauze curtains, casting golden patches on the small living room floor, covering two large floor tiles. At the table next to it, Little Landlady and Lin Chuan were sitting opposite each other. Is it really the six million from the Myanmar area Factory Area? Little Landlady stared blankly at Lin Chuan, her hand holding the spoon stiffening slightly. Nine times out of ten, but we still lack critical evidence. Once they get their hands on that Coin, the big fish behind the scenes will surface! Lin Chuan said with a smile. So, youre saying, this transaction were making is most likely with the Myanmar area Factory Area? Little Landlady looked intently at Lin Chuan and asked. Lin Chuan nodded, Theres that possibility. Little Landlady put down her spoon and asked with furrowed brows, Doesnt that mean our transaction this afternoon is very dangerous? It is a bit, Lin Chuan laughed, then added, Dont worry, everything is under control, I guarantee the safety of our financial director. Im worried about you! Little Landlady pursed her lips and propped her chin with her left hand, looking at Lin Chuan, Should we call the police? Lin Chuan looked unfazed and laughed, This afternoon were just trading that Coin; six million is within their tolerance. Liu Qing and the others wont take risks for it. Isnt it six million? Little Landladys face showed surprise. We can get our hands on three million in cash, but the other three million in electronic payment, we probably wont get. Its a trick, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Lin Chuan had worked in a fraud factory area before. He knew very well that the funds from electronic payments used by fraud rings were frozen and would be returned intact through the original path after 24 hours. The three million in electronic payments promised by President Li would be the same. Little Landlady pouted, Three million less. Not being scammed and still being able to skim three million is not bad, Lin Chuan said with a smile. Have you reported this to that police sister? Im afraid theyll actually arrest you, Little Landlady asked with some concern. Which police sister are you talking about? Lin Chuan asked. How many do you have? Little Landladys lips puckered slightly. Uh you know, we have cooperation with the police station, so its logical to know a few police comrades, right? Lin Chuan said in defense, But I havent told them yet. Porridge for breakfast tomorrow. Why? Eel is too nourishing, you have too much energy, Little Landlady hummed. Then Ill have two extra bowls today, Lin Chuan chuckled. Little Landlady watched Lin Chuan devour his porridge and couldnt help but reveal a drunken smile at the corner of her mouth. Her heart softened, and she ladled another big bowl for Lin Chuan: Chairman, if you like role play, Ill become a bunny cop and make you breakfast tomorrow. Bunny cop? Dont you like it? Are you sure youre going to make breakfast, not be breakfast? Little Landladys face turned a slight red, and she murmured softly, Being breakfast is not out of the question. Lin Chuans mouth twitched. This is the downside of girls watching films. Shes even more lewd than I am! I cant handle it at all! The sun gradually rose higher, the chill of the early morning was replaced by warmth, growing hotter, as the sunlight became more brilliant and intense. The leaves rustled with delight in the rare gentle breeze. From morning to afternoon, it happened in the blink of an eye. Lin Chuan and Little Landlady had dealt with the affairs of the Network Security Company early in the morning. In the afternoon, at three oclock on the dot. Lin Chuan arrived at a Tea House near the Network Security Company, as agreed. This was the meeting place chosen by Lin Chuan. Director Lin. General Manager Zhao entered the Tea Houses private room with a hearty smile. Behind him was an elderly man with white flecked hair, full of vigor, accompanied by two bodyguards in black, carrying briefcases. General Manager Zhao, this must be Master Zhang from Anling City, a respected figure in antiques. Ive long admired you, Lin Chuan greeted them. After shaking hands with General Manager Zhao, Lin Chuan turned to the elderly man. The old man smiled broadly and nodded, Director Lin, with Fiery Eyes and Golden Pupils, managed to find such a treasure, I am embarrassed by the comparison. Not at all, Lin Chuan said modestly with a smile. Director Lin, why didnt Little Director Zhang come along? President Li, noticing that Lin Chuan was alone in the private room, was a little surprised. Lin Chuan stood by the window and pointed out, She said she wanted a cup of bubble milk tea. Its buy one, get one free for the new opening, shes down there. President Li followed the direction and looked down from the window of the Tea Houses private room. Since the Tea House was on the third floor, President Li could clearly see the scene below. Little Landlady was sitting in a newly opened bubble tea shop, wearing a mildly sophisticated off-white dress, with two cups of bubble milk tea on her table. However. President Lis peripheral vision caught a glimpse of the dark blue decor not far from the milk tea shop and he couldnt help but frown. That was one of the police patrol posts in Qingxiu District of Anling City. A thought involuntarily came to President Lis mind, leaving a bitter taste. This kid Lin Chuan, in antiques, might be a Bai, but in other areas, hes not to be underestimated! His methods are formidable. The location Lin Chuan picked was a very clear and straightforward way of telling him not to play any tricks; Little Landlady could call the police at any moment and summon back-up for Lin Chuan. Of course. Lin Chuan wasnt afraid theyd try any new tricks either; it would only make gathering evidence simpler. Little Director Zhang really knows how to enjoy life. Ive never even tasted bubble milk tea, President Li said, regaining his composure with a smile. Once were done here, Ill treat you to a cup of bubble milk tea, Lin Chuan offered. I have other matters to attend to, maybe next time, President Li said. Chapter 129 - Chapter 129: Chapter 124: Really Torturous! (Please Subscribe)_2 Chapter 129: Chapter 124: Really Torturous! (Please Subscribe)_2 President Li laughed heartily and then added, Director Lin, my friend cant show his face, so he asked me to handle the handover on his behalf. No problem, please. Lin Chuan extended his hand, gesturing for them to take a seat. At a cue from President Li, two bodyguards immediately placed two briefcases on the table and opened them in front of Lin Chuan. Inside the cases, stacks of yuan filled them to the brim, a full three million in cash, catching Lin Chuans eye. Lin Chuan, not minding the trouble, took out several stacks of yuan to examine. In the Antique Forgery Virtual World, as a grandmaster-level figure in antique counterfeiting, Lin Chuan naturally dealt with quite a bit of money. Therefore, he had some research into the authenticity of currency. After confirming there was nothing wrong with this batch of cash, Lin Chuan closed the briefcases and laughed, Seeing so much cash for the first time, Im scared of being poor; President Li must find this amusing. President Li smiled, Director Lin jests. With your strength, such amounts are but a trifle. You flatter me, the remaining 300,000 Lin Chuan smiled and said: The remaining 300,000 will be transferred immediately into Director Lins account after we have verified the goods and confirmed they are correct, President Li said with a laugh. No problem. Lin Chuan nodded his head in agreement, swiftly taking out a coin identified as a substandard Fengtian One Tael from his pocket, placing it on the table, and gently sliding it towards President Li. President Li and the old Master Zhang exchanged glances. Then, Master Zhang picked up the coin and held it before his eyes. His expression was one of excitement, his eyes shining strangely, as if he were looking at a rare treasure. Perhaps because his eyesight was failing him, he even brought a magnifying glass and kept scrutinizing the details of the coin through it. Its no exaggeration to say, this was as meticulous as a criminal detective surveying a crime scene, sparing not a single minute detail. President Li, standing by, was also watching. In his heart, there was more excitement and exhilaration. He had not slept all of the previous night. Because he knew he was about to acquire a gold coin worth 46 million yuan. Whether as a member of the antiques circle or in his other identity, this was a tremendous honor and achievement. After a while, Master Zhang, proclaimed as a grandmaster of the Anling Antique Circle, nodded solemnly to President Li, slightly excited, Yes, this is the one. President Li let out a sigh of relief. Then, he immediately took out his phone and sent a message. Soon after, Lin Chuans phone received a message. Three million yuan received! The corners of Lin Chuans mouth curved slightly, a smile appearing on his face: President Li, Master Zhang, its been a pleasure working with you. A pleasure. President Li and Master Zhang both nodded in acknowledgment. After the usual pleasantries, Lin Chuan, easy and confident, carried the two briefcases out of the private room and walked out of the Tea House to meet the Little Landlady. A one hundred yuan note weighs about 1.15 grams; three million in cash is about 34.5kg, split between two briefcases, which Lin Chuan found easy to carry. His steps were firm, nearly sweeping the ground. Chairman, heres your pearl milk tea, the Little Landlady said, visibly relieved to see Lin Chuan emerge unharmed. Truth be told, the Little Landlady was quite worried about Lin Chuan going alone to the transaction. But if she had gone too, should there have been a conflict, she knew she might become a burden to Lin Chuan, so she dutifully waited in the milk tea shop, ready to call the police at any moment. Didnt take long, the pearls in the milk tea arent too soft, still chewy, Lin Chuan commented after taking a sip. Youre in the mood to care about whether the pearls are soft or not, I was worried sick. Thankfully, no need to call the cops, the Little Landlady pouted, still feeling the residual fear. They knew to play nice, so no need to call the cops, Lin Chuan said with a laugh. If they truly had to call the police, the effect wouldnt be so much to protect Lin Chuan, but to protect President Li and Master Zhang. After all, in a 1v4 situation, fearing their counterattack and hitting a bit too hard would be quite reasonable, right? And one of them was an old man? Cough, the four of them were crazed, attacking me fiercely. Although I dodged each blow, I had no time to discern who was old or young; I just wanted to survive! The rough course of events is just like that. Lets get going then, Little Landlady said as she grabbed two cups of milk tea and pulled Lin Chuan away. Lin Chuan had been an assassin with strong anti-tracking abilities, and after circling around a few times, vanished in the vicinity and got into a Mercedes GLC. Old Lin, whats in these two briefcases youre carrying? asked Wang Zikai curiously in the Mercedes GLC. Curiosity killed the cat, Old Wang, just focus on driving. Where to? Anling Police Station. What are you doing at the police station for no reason? Im going to turn myself in! Ah!? Wang Zikai was stunned, and then with a touch of desolation in his voice, Chuan, when youre in prison, Ill come to visit you! Stop talking nonsense, Ill never end up in a cell in this lifetime. Even Jesus cant catch me, Im telling you! Wang Zikai was a skilled driver. As Lin Chuans good buddy, as soon as he heard Lin Chuan was going to surrender, he couldnt help but speed up, with the whooshing sound of the wind outside the car window, eagerly enforcing justice for Lin Chuan. Soon, true brother Wang Zikai brought Lin Chuan to the Anling Police Station. It was now a little after four in the afternoon. Lin Chuan, a familiar face at the Anling Police Station, was well known by the security personnel at the gate, so after a simple registration, he entered the interior of the station. Lin Chuan passed through the reception hall and reached the floor where the Anti-Fraud Center was located. Lin Chuan, what brings you here? At that moment, Shen Qianqian, dressed in her police uniform and holding documents, just happened to bump into Lin Chuan entering the Anti-Fraud Center. Her face showed a hint of surprise, and a gleam of joy flashed through her bright eyes. Thats right, it seemed like it had been a long time since shed seen Lin Chuan. Counting on her fingers, it had been ten days. Ive come to deliver you a performance boost! Lin Chuan grinned. Shen Qianqians brows lifted playfully as she laughed, Last time in Yundian Lincang, we caught 15 fraudsters, and Qingqing and I both received commendations. Now youre here to boost my performance again, whos in trouble? Lin Chuan smiled, Im in trouble. Ah? Shen Qianqian was taken aback and immediately pulled Lin Chuan into the reception room. With furrowed brows and an anxious expression, she asked, Lin Chuan, what trouble have you caused? I orchestrated an antique forgery scam, this is the money from the fraud, three million in cash, and theres another three million in my bank account, six million in total. Lin Chuan smiled and spoke truthfully. Then, he opened the two briefcases to reveal stacks upon stacks of bright yuan notes in front of Shen Qianqian. Shen Qianqian frowned tightly, Lin Chuan, you really committed fraud? Six million wasnt a small amount! Lin Chuan nodded and hummed affirmatively. Shen Qianqian pondered for a moment, then turned to walk out of the reception room, This is really something! Comrade Lin Chuan, please wait here for a minute. Officer Shen, where are you going? Lin Chuan asked. Im going to get handcuffs! Shen Qianqian turned and laughed. At this moment, Little Landlady, who had been by Lin Chuans side all along, quickly spoke up, Officer Shen, Lin Chuan has some other inside information he hasnt told you yet. Shen Qianqian then pursed her lips in amusement, This must be Comrade Zhang, right? Writer Lin just loves to tease people, I have to give him a little scare. Lin Chuan stretched his mouth in amusement, Still, you dont have to actually handcuff me, right? Shen Qianqian rubbed her hands together and smiled, My hands are itching to handcuff someone! I confess! Lin Chuans face darkened as he thought to himself, Shen Qianqian definitely had a bad habit! Just a moment; Ill call over Director Zhou. Given your current status in the Anling Police Station, its best if Director Zhou interrogates you, Shen Qianqian said with a smile. Lin Chuan sat down, waiting for Shen Qianqian to call over Zhou Tong, the head of the Anti-Fraud Center. Two minutes later. Director Zhou Tong appeared in the reception room, in a hurry, and upon entering spotted Lin Chuan, Zhang Xinxin, Shen Qianqian, and the three million in cash on the table. He first shook hands with Lin Chuan amicably, then turned to Shen Qianqian and asked, Officer Shen, whats the situation now? Shen Qianqians mouth twitched, Comrade Lin Chuan he came to surrender. Chapter 130 - Chapter 130: Chapter 125 He Really is a Criminal Genius! (Please Subscribe) Chapter 130: Chapter 125 He Really is a Criminal Genius! (Please Subscribe) Anling Police Station. Anti-Fraud Center, in the reception room. Upon hearing Shen Qianqians words, Director Zhou Tongs heart skipped a beat. He immediately looked at Lin Chuan and furrowed his brows, asking, Self-surrender What did Comrade Lin Chuan do? Chief Zhang Biao had specifically instructed him to take good care of Lin Chuan and even said that Shen Qianqian could check in on Lin Chuans whereabouts from time to time. Since he had been busy with the affairs of the Anti-Fraud Center lately and had no other cases involving Lin Chuan except for the Cyberspace Administrations investigation into Lin Chuans disqualification of the anti-fraud composition All-In, he planned to check on Lin Chuans activities after some time. Unexpectedly. It was just a week, and Lin Chuan had already caused trouble on his own! Lin Chuan didnt keep them in suspense and explained with a smile, Director Zhou, I made an Antique Scam with a coin, profiting six million yuan. Hiss Shen Qianqian and Zhou Tong both tightened their brows and took a deep breath. Six million yuan Thats no small sum! Making a profit from an Antique Scam means defrauding six million yuan, which is considered a particularly huge amount in fraud, punishable by more than ten years of fixed-term imprisonment. Even, life imprisonment! Shen Qianqian looked deeply at Lin Chuan. At this moment, Lin Chuan was smiling, his demeanor calm and confident, not like a criminal suspect showing fear, but rather seemed at ease, as if he truly considered this place his home. Her heart filled with doubts, she asked, Comrade Lin Chuan, you know how to pull off an Antique Scam? I know a little bit, Lin humbly said. May I ask, how exactly did you set up the scam, and from whom did you profit six million yuan? Shen Qianqian pressed on. Lin Chuan pondered for a moment and organized his thoughts, Officer Shen, Director Zhou, the whole story begins with my old landlords love affair. His partner gave a Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet to Zhang The entire sequence of events, narrated by Lin Chuan, unfolded one by one. This is the three million cash I obtained from fraud, and another three million is in my bank account. You can check if the funds are frozen, Lin Chuan concluded, pointing at the two suitcases on the table. Shen Qianqians brows were tightly furrowed, her mouth slightly open, her bright eyes incredulously fixed on Lin Chuan, her face expressing deep surprise. From Lin Chuans account, there were far too many questionable points in the entire incident. But the truthfulness of the event was beyond doubt. Because the three million cash was already laid out on the table, which was the best evidence. Comrade Lin Chuan, so you mean that after you realized Liu Qing was setting up Zhang with the Century-Old Red Agate Bracelet, you thought of counter-scheming against Liu Qing, right? Shen Qianqian took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, and began to inquire. Lin Chuan nodded, Yes. And you suspected that Liu Qings Antique Scam gang was related to the factory area in the Myanmar area, implicated in money laundering for the factory area? Shen Qianqian continued to ask. At first, it was just a suspicion, but my investigation revealed that she had close financial interactions with a certain overseas company, often participated in auctions, and always concluded deals at prices far above market value. I also overheard a conversation between Liu Qing and President Li inadvertently, so I confirmed their suspicion of money laundering for the factory area. Here is the related evidence, Lin Chuan said. Lin Chuan then took out a silver USB flash drive and placed it in front of Shen Qianqian. Even the evidence is ready Shen Qianqians mouth twitched slightly, thinking to herself that Comrade Lin Chuan was really well-prepared! This is just the preliminary evidence; new evidence is still being collected, Lin Chuan said with a smile. The transaction had already been completed, and that coin should soon play its role, luring out the forces behind Liu Qing. Director Zhou Tong of the Anti-Fraud Center, who had been listening on the side, thought for a moment and asked, Comrade Lin, in your description, I detected something different. Please, Director Zhou, speak your mind. How could you be so sure that they would definitely believe that the coin was a Fengtian One Tael? Zhou Tong posed the biggest doubt in his mind and the key point of the entire case. He believed that Lin Chuans set-up of this Antique Forgery Scam, which turned the tables on them, was indeed perfect, interlinked at every turn. But then. Why couldnt Master Zhang, known as the Grandmaster level figure of Anling Antiques, identify that the coin was a fake Fengtian One Tael? If he had identified it, the entire Antique Forgery Scam would be completely exposed, becoming unsustainable. Ah, theres an element of luck involved, Lin Chuan paused, firstly, the coin itself was a high imitation of Fengtian One Tael. I had learned a bit about cultural relic restoration, plus Master Zhangs failing eyesight allowed it to pass unnoticed. Comrade Lin, youve studied cultural relic restoration? Zhou Tongs brows knitted halfway, quite astonished, But to deceive a master of antiques is not easy, right? Just a little bit. Lin Chuan smiled and explained, I have a friend, Bai Yang, the reader who was scammed in Lincang last time. He is a genius in cultural relic restoration, studying for his masters degree. Ive been learning from him about cultural relic restoration knowledge, and Officer Shen knows him too. In all honesty, declaring himself an absolute authority on Antique Forgery might be hard for Shen Qianqian and Zhou Tong to accept for the time being, so its better to use Old Bai as a shield. However, what he said was not made up. During that period, Old Bai had indeed been in close communication with him, frequently sending some of his restoration works. Even before experiencing the Antique Forgery profession, Lin Chuan often watched Old Bais videos. Chapter 131 - Chapter 131: Chapter 125 He Really is a Criminal Genius! (Seeking Subscriptions)_2 Chapter 131: Chapter 125 He Really is a Criminal Genius! (Seeking Subscriptions)_2 Of course, at that time, there wasnt much I could learn. But seeing one broken relic after another being restored to its original state gave me a sense of relief, a soothing feeling. It shared a certain ingenious connection with cleaning carpets and paring horse hooves. Looking at it now, Old Bais skills still fall short and need improvement. After hearing this, Zhou Tong turned to look at Shen Qianqian. Shen Qianqian nodded slightly in agreement and testified, Although Old Bai was scammed by an online romance, he really does have talent in antique restoration. I didnt expect Comrade Lin Chuans readers to be so excellent, Zhou Tong muttered to himself. I was just basking in reflected glory, Lin Chuan said modestly. The ins and outs of the incident, the causes and effects, were now completely clear through the Q&A between the two parties. Shen Qianqian, as an old acquaintance of Lin Chuan, couldnt help but take a few more glances at him. This guy! Others, when caught in antique fraud, would consider themselves lucky to escape unscathed. But not him; instead, he managed to fleece the swindlers out of millions. She thought to herself that this person, who seemingly focused on being a web novel writer, actually had many side hustles. Lock-picking, swindling, hacking, and now even antique forgery! So criminal! He truly is a criminal genius! To Shen Qianqian, Lin Chuan felt like a bag of treasures, always able to pull out something different, surprising her every time. Shen Qianqian really wanted to drag Lin Chuan away, then bang lock him up in a dark room, strap him to a tiger bench so that he couldnt move, and then interrogate him harshly until she stripped all his secrets bare! She wondered whether he had any other hidden skills that had yet to be revealed? Sigh Zhou Tong also took a deep breath. He momentarily calmed his emotions, took a deep breath, and said with a smile, Comrade Lin Chuan, the chief always reminded me not to let you commit any crimes, but when you committed one, you caused such a big stir! At this moment, a smile appeared on Shen Qianqians face as she defended Lin Chuan, Director Zhou, Comrade Lin Chuans actions are not fraud, they should be considered recovery of stolen money, and that is a major meritorious performance! Yes, yes, Comrade Lin Chuan has made a major contribution indeed! Zhou Tong began to laugh. Meanwhile, the Little Landlady sat quietly beside Lin Chuan, suppressing her smile, silently admiring his handsome and elegant face, and feeling honored as she listened to Zhou Tong and Shen Qianqian praising Lin Chuan. My companys chairman is really so criminal! At this moment. Ding-dong ding-dong In his pocket, Lin Chuans phone vibrated, indicating a special message notification. Upon seeing it, Lin Chuans expression slightly changed, his eyebrows furrowed, and he then looked seriously at Zhou Tong and Shen Qianqian, saying, Its a segment of a phone conversation from Liu Qings mobile phone. Earlier, he hacked into the mobile phones of President Li and Liu Qing, planted a covert trojan, and accessed a large amount of related information. The related evidence was also extracted from there. Lets listen, Zhou Tong said with a tightened expression. Lin Chuan nodded his head. Suddenly, the sound of Liu Qings phone conversation came from the mobile phone. Beep Have you got the item? a raspy, processed voice asked. Ive got it, that kid really has some skills, Liu Qings voice replied. As long as the item is genuine, thats what matters. After several rigorous authentications, its confirmed to be the real deal. Ive arranged for someone, tonight at seven, the usual place. Received. The call ended, very brief. Zhou Tongs face turned tense, and he looked at Lin, Comrade Lin, can you trace the source of this call? The source of the call would be the key. After a moments thought, Lin said, This is a virtual call, with an IP address that has been forged and passed through multiple transfers. To track it thus, I need a computer. Use mine. Shen Qianqian, aware of Lin Chuans hacking skills, immediately offered her assistance. Now it was 5:21 p.m. There was still 1 hour and 39 minutes until 7 p.m. Time was pressing. Lin Chuan didnt hesitate, promptly taking a seat at Shen Qianqians computer, opening the laptop, remotely connecting, and controlling his rented room computer, linking up the data. The computer in his rented room had programs that Lin Chuan had written. These could save a lot of time typically spent on writing and inputting codes. Lin Chuans hands moved swiftly, constantly striking the keyboard, elegant code flowing across the screen line by line, page by page. In the meantime, Zhou Tong and Shen Qianqian werent idle either. Zhou Tong immediately tasked people with analyzing the evidence previously provided by Lin Chuan and then reported to Chief Zhang Biao. With past experience in cooperating with Lin Chuan in Lincang, Shen Qianqian promptly sent a message to Xia Qingqing of the Cyber Security Detachment, starting the process of formally documenting the procedures for Lin Chuans previous intrusion into Liu Qing and President Lis mobile phones. With official procedures, its called investigation. Without them, its called illegal intrusion. While executing justice, the processes mattered too, to avoid giving others a handle to criticize. The entire Anling Anti-Fraud Center suddenly sprang into high gear during the typically sleepy afternoon. This case was far-reaching. It was related to an antique fraud gang in Anling City, the fraud factories in the Myanmar area, and a whole black industry chain involving fraud and money laundering. It was a significant case! After Zhou Tong arranged the necessary tasks, he quietly stood behind Lin Chuan, waiting for the results of the trace, ready to act immediately upon obtaining the outcome! At this time. Lin Chuans gaze was intently fixed on the computer screen, focused on tracing and identifying one IP address after another. Virtual calls, also known as temporary numbers, are provided by some service providers offering temporary phone numbers to protect users real phone numbers from disclosure, common in online transactions, short-term rentals, or fraudulent activities. Chapter 132 - Chapter 132: Chapter 125: He Really is a Criminal Genius! (Please Subscribe)_3 Chapter 132: Chapter 125: He Really is a Criminal Genius! (Please Subscribe)_3 In the factory district of the Myanmar area, there were dedicated server providers. Relying on the domestic police authority to trace overseas virtual phones was not as simple as one might imagine. Fortunately, Lin Chuan had worked in the fraud factory district and was thoroughly familiar with virtual phones. With Liu Qings communication records with the virtual numbers, coupled with top-notch hacker technology, the actual tracking was also not as difficult as it seemed. Virtual number providers, backtracking tools, traces of call records Shortly. At 5:42 PM, Lin Chuan determined the virtual numbers real number and source! IP address: Myanmar area. Specific location: Old Street Factory District in the Myanmar area. Its indeed interfacing with the fraud factory district in the Myanmar area! Shen Qianqians face showed shock, her eyebrows slightly knitted. Zhou Tong, as the Director of the Anti-Fraud Center, realized the significance of the situation and immediately became serious, Comrade Chuan, the usual place mentioned in Liu Qings call recording, can we find out where it is? Lin Chuan nodded, Its in the Green Leaf Ceramic Factory, just outside the city. I checked it while tracking the virtual phone. Seven PM Green Leaf Ceramic Factory Old Street Factory District in Myanmar area. Three key clues had already been laid out. Zhou Tong took a deep breath, immediately applied for authorization from the higher-ups, submitted an action plan, which was swiftly approved, coordinating with the criminal police team for joint action. Comrade Lin Chuan, Ive realized youre not here to turn yourself in, Shen Qianqian said in the Anti-Fraud Center, dressed neatly and exhibiting a spirited and valiant demeanor. Lin Chuan smiled, If not turning myself in, then what? Youre here to direct our work, Shen Qianqian replied after taking a sip of water from the cup on the desk and looking at Lin Chuan. Hm? Lin Chuan was slightly startled. See, you came to report the crime after four oclock, then you described the case, provided relevant evidence, and immediately afterward you tracked the virtual phone, deciphering key information like Green Leaf Ceramic Factory and Old Street Factory District in Myanmar area. We at the Anti-Fraud Center are already preparing to dispatch police and launch the arrest operation, Shen Qianqian explained, teasingly smiling. Apart from not participating in the police dispatch, Lin Chuan had almost single-handedly managed the case. Lin Chuan touched his nose and muttered, Seems like I did a bit too much, but Ive brought you some achievements. Alright, then Ill thank you in advance. Shen Qianqian said with a laugh, then put on her cap, her eyes becoming sharp and resolute, her spirit high. How about this? Ill talk to Director Zhou and ask if I can take part in the arrest operation, Lin Chuan suggested, admiring Shen Qianqians spirited figure. Shen Qianqian beamed a smile, her eyes sparkling, Comrade Lin Chuan, rest assured. Last time in Lincang when we were arresting the fraudsters, I wasnt much help. This time Ill let you see that Im not just sitting around doing nothing. Then be careful. Lin Chuan reminded her. Dont worry, Im not some delicate little girl, I have plenty of strength and methods, Shen Qianqian said with a cheerful smile before turning around to walk out of the Anti-Fraud Center, Wait for me to treat you all to dinner when I get back! The Little Landlady, watching Shen Qianqians cool figure, sincerely complimented, Officer Shen is so cool! Cool, right? Shes the one who often catches me, Lin Chuan said with a dry laugh. Then tonight at dinner, Ill ask her what sort of record you have! the Little Landlady said with a smirk. Record? Lin Chuans eyes darkened, Little Landlady, dont you know what kind of person I am? Thats precisely why Im all the more curious to ask Officer Shen! The Little Landlady winked, her eyes twinkling like stars above the police station, shining brightly. Lin Chuan grumbled, Little Landlady, you hear me out, at most Ive only been a backup plan, never did anything to harm heaven and reason. Just a backup plan? Your readers call you a criminal suspect. Slander, this is definitely slander! Chapter 133 - Chapter 133: Chapter 126: Is He Pretending to be a Novice? (Please Subscribe) Chapter 133: Chapter 126: Is He Pretending to be a Novice? (Please Subscribe) In the outskirts, Green Leaf Ceramic Factory. As night was beginning to fall and dusk had not yet completely faded, the remnants of daylight cast a mottled pattern on the roof and walls of the factory buildings, while the shadows of trees swayed in the wind, like the fangs and claws of the night, lurking on the ground. In the distance, the hills undulated, patchworks of light and dark, resembling a slumbering beast, appearing especially sinister in the night. Around seven oclock in the evening, the workers at the ceramic factory had all left for the day. In the office, several key players were gathered. Liu Qing was still dressed in a cheongsam, but this time it was purple, her demeanor not as simple and elegant as when she was beside Old Zhang. Now, her true nature was revealed, somewhat enchanting and seductive. Purple really was full of charm. In her hands, she was holding an ancient coin, slowly turning it in the bright light, admiring the details: The calligraphy is vigorous and powerful, the coiled dragon is lifeliketruly beautiful. Under the light, the coin showed its contours, through the marks of time on it, it seemed as if one could see the storms it had weathered over a hundred years, and also its past glory. Indeed. This was the very coin, a Fengtian One Tael, created by Lin Chuan. At Liu Qings side, President Li was in a casual suit, his face bearing a strange smile, If that kid knew this coin was worth forty-six million, hed be green with regret, wouldnt he? Hehe Liu Qin laughed, By the time he knows, itll be too late. Its just a pity we also put in three million in cash. President Li sighed, conceding that it was okay. Liu Qin glanced at President Li from the corner of her eye, a smirk forming, Youre really heartless, not even willing to give him three million. Forget three million, I dont want to give him a single cent. President Li snorted. Now that the Fengtian One Tael was in hand, President Li was no longer as cultured as when dealing with Lin Chuan; his eyes were cold and scornful. After Liu Qing finished admiring the Fengtian One Tael, she gently placed the coin into a brocade box and sneered, Dont worry, the three million in his hands will be ours too. That was right. In her hand, she had another card, Old Zhang. Once Old Zhang took the bait and opened an antique shop, he would source his goods from her; thus, his assets would firmly be under her control, at her mercy. And what of Lin Chuan? As a newcomer in the antiques circle, Liu Qing thought she needed only to employ a minor stratagem to bring Lin Chuan into her clutches, leaving him destitutemerely a thought away. Liu Qing was very confident. Her confidence came from never having failed. As the setting sun faded and moonlight spread, the outline of the Green Leaf Ceramic Factory became vague, the air filled with the mixed scent of earth and ceramics. Outside the ceramic factory, a bright light akin to daylight from car headlights shone in, and a black Audi A8 parked outside the office. Several burly men got out of the car, led by a pot-bellied middle-aged man whose eyes twinkled coldly, slowly making his way into the office. Old Wolf is here. Liu Qing glanced indifferently at the middle-aged man and smiled. As soon as the man known as Old Wolf entered, he immediately said in a cold voice, Wheres the stuff? Here. Liu Qing pointed to a brocade box on the table. Familiar with the Green Leaf Ceramic Factorys office, Old Wolf walked up to Liu Qing, took the brocade box, opened it immediately, and took out the coin to scrutinize it under the light, Indeed, its a fine piece! Ive never screwed up in the antiques business, Liu Qing said with a hint of pride, her lips curling upwards. Well done, the funds will be transferred to your account shortly, just as you expected, Old Wolf said with a smile, slipping the small brocade box into his suit pocket. Liu Qing and President Li exchanged smiles. Then, Old Wolfs gaze turned cold as he looked at Liu Qing, The boss has other orders, once you have control of your fish, get ready to make your move! Liu Qings eyes flickered as she asked, Make a move? Is it against that kid? Old Wolf added, Not just against that kid, but also clean up his girlfriend and bring them both to the factory area. No problem. Liu Qings eyes took on a frosty layer. Im off. Old Wolf dropped the words and turned to leave. Be careful not to get caught. Stuff your bloody nonsense! Old Wolf cursed. Little did he know, as he stepped out the door, he saw shadows overlapping in the darkness ahead. Just as he was feeling puzzled, suddenly there was a flash of light. Four or five red flashlights blinked intermittently, accompanied by the distinctive sound of sirens, and beams of light shone forth, dazzling Old Wolfs eyes amid the vast darkness. The police were here! Freeze, police! Just as Old Wolf thought about running, the cold muzzle of a gun was already pressed against his forehead, ready to fire a bullet that could penetrate his skull at any moment, preventing him from making any rash movements. Suddenly, the shiny handcuffs clicked around his wrists. While squatting on the ground, he could finally see the magnitude of the situation in the nights shadows. In front of the Green Leaf Ceramic Factorys office building, there was a group of fully armed police officers standing in formation, dressed sharply, their faces resolute, their hands gripping dazzling and intimidating weapons, energetic and alert. The night air at the ceramic factory was filled with tension. Shit! Old Wolf had never anticipated a police ambush that evening; at this moment, he was mentally cursing Liu Qing and President Li dozens of times over. At this very moment, Liu Qing and President Li were trembling with fear. On hearing the sirens and seeing the silhouettes of the police in the flashing lights outside the window, their faces were struck with an intense look of horror. Chapter 135 - Chapter 135: Chapter 127 Hasn’t He Been Caught Enough? (Please Subscribe) Chapter 135: Chapter 127 Hasnt He Been Caught Enough? (Please Subscribe) The night descended, and Anling Police Station stood quietly like a monument at one corner of the city. The surrounding streets were empty and peaceful, the sound of speeding vehicles echoing in the night. In the police station building, each small window emitted a soft light, illuminating the darkness. Anti-Fraud Center. Lin Chuan was the key member in this case, and one could even say that he single-handedly orchestrated the arrest ceremony for the fraud team led by Liu Qing. Another claw in the Old Street Factory District of the Myanmar area was ended by him in one fell swoop. After Shen Qianqian finished interrogating Liu Qing and sorted out the details of the case, she came to the reception room feeling much relaxed. In the reception room. Under the gentle and warm yellow light, Lin Chuan leaned back on the comfortable leather sofa, holding his phone horizontally, his fingers tapping the screen. The Little Landlady sat next to Lin Chuan, also holding her phone horizontally, her face showing a frustrated expression. Chairman, I died again. Its okay, Ill revive you. There are blood packs in the two rooms ahead. I forgot to activate the shield just now. No problem, Ill give you this weapon, the Rainbow Gatling. Just activate the shield and fire at random when we fight the boss! Nice! Level cleared! Shen Qianqian walked into the reception room and, upon closer inspection, saw Lin Chuan and Zhang Xinxin playing Soul Knight. They had just reached the level-clearing screen and she laughed, Comrade Lin Chuan, Comrade Zhang, sorry to keep you waiting. You finished the interrogation so quickly? Lin Chuan looked at his old friend, smiling and asked. You took care of everything, so how could it not be quick? Shen Qianqians oval face broke into a radiant smile, This is the first time Ive dealt with such an easy case. Several documents with criminal records were laid out in front of Liu Qing; whether she talked or not didnt make much of a difference. The interrogation was more like a formality. Officer Shen, does that mean we can have dinner now? The Little Landladys eyes lit up, blinking as she asked. Comrade Zhang, are you hungry? Shen Qianqian looked at the Little Landlady, whose young face was rosy and tender with a hint of playfulness, making her very endearing. Zhang Xinxin pursed her lips slightly, a bit embarrassed as she touched her stomach, Well, a little. Then lets head out now! Okay! Xinxin, do you like barbecue? I know a barbecue restaurant thats very delicious. I love it! Ill take you there! What about the Chairman? He has a wide range of interests, not picky about meat or vegetables. Wide range of interests, seems like it. In fact, it didnt take three women for a performance; two girls were more than enough to keep the conversation lively. The Little Landlady and Shen Qianqian opened the floodgates of chatter, starting from the first time Lin Chuan was summoned and all the way through to the rescue operation in Lincang, Yundian. Lin Chuan, the protagonist of the stories, listened to their chirping and chattering and quietly ate his meal. He was really hungry after only having a cup of bubble milk tea that afternoon. And the barbecue was indeed delicious. The night deepened. The evening breeze whisked away the hustle and bustle of Anling, the neon lights on the streets dimmed, and the air was filled with the faint scent of soil. The occasional passing car added a touch of silence to the peaceful atmosphere. Shen Qianqian dropped Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady back to Happiness Community, then left. Chairman, I always thought your readers were just playing a joke, I didnt expect it to be true! The Little Landlady said, laughing. Lin Chuans face darkened, Little Landlady, its time for you to go to sleep! Im a bit scared to sleep alone. The Little Landlady naturally linked her arm through Lin Chuans, lifted her little face to look at him, blinked, her eyelashes fluttered, and a flicker of charm and shyness passed through her eyes. Little Landlady, look whos that? Lin Chuan chuckled, pointing his finger. The Little Landlady was startled and then looked in the direction Lin Chuan was pointing. Ahead of them was the small supermarket of Happiness Community, where a middle-aged man sat alone at the door on a chair. Old Zhang. The Little Landladys brow furrowed. That night Old Zhang, dressed in a suit and with his hair neatly combed, did not present a confident demeanor. Instead, he sat there, looking dejected, like a wounded old cat under the night sky, emitting heavy sobs. Lin Chuan pulled the Little Landlady over to where Old Zhang was sitting. Old Zhang, whats wrong? The Little Landlady asked, furrowing her brows. Old Zhang slowly turned his head, glanced at his precious daughter, and then at Lin Chuan, who he considered to be his son-in-law, and said listlessly, Nothing, just felt like sitting here. After thinking for a moment, the Little Landlady asked, Old Zhang, havent you seen Liu Qing? Hmm. Old Zhang replied with a very low voice. The day before yesterday, Liu Qing had taken them on a tour of East Street. After Lin Chuan and the Little Landlady left, she once again invited Old Zhang to open an antique shop. Seeing how good Liu Qing was to his daughter, he agreed to talk to Zhang Xinxin about it and give her an answer. He and the Little Landlady discussed it and she suggested to wait a bit longer. The next day, which was yesterday, he told Liu Qing to wait a bit longer. Then Liu Qing seemed a bit upset, accusing Old Zhang of not supporting her business endeavors. Old Zhang had no choice but to promise that he would convince his daughter as soon as possible and then make the investment. Tonight Old Zhang wanted to invite Liu Qing to a boat ride on the Anling River to smooth over their relationship, but she never responded. He sent her messages, but she didnt reply. He called her, but her phone was off. He even went to Liu Qings place, but found no one. Liu Qing seemed to be deliberately avoiding him, and now it was past 10 p.m., and still no sign of Liu Qing. Chapter 136 - Chapter 136: Chapter 127 Hasn’t He Been Caught Enough? (Please Subscribe)_2 Chapter 136: Chapter 127 Hasnt He Been Caught Enough? (Please Subscribe)_2 A sense of inexplicable emptiness surged into Old Zhangs heart. He thought of many possibilities, even the possibility that Liu Qing might have found a new love, fallen for another superior man. Alas Feelings are always so complicated, leading to all sorts of wild thoughts. At this moment, the Little Landlady sat next to Old Zhang, patting his shoulder, and consoled him, Old Zhang, no need to wait for Liu Qing anymore, shes been arrested. Zhang, you dont understand adult matters Old Zhang replied dejectedly, but before he could finish, he suddenly furrowed his brows tightly, looking at the Little Landlady, What did you just say!? The Little Landlady solemnly said, Old Zhang, you heard me right, Liu Qing has been arrested! Arrested, why has she been arrested? Old Zhang immediately sat up straight, his face full of astonishment and concern. Old Zhang, dont get agitated yet, the Little Landlady said, pulling on the lapel of his suit, urging him to sit down. Old Zhang immediately countered, If Lin Chuan were arrested, could you stay calm? Lin Chuan, who was right next to him, was taken aback. Old Zhang, make your metaphors, but leave me out of it. Im all good, why would I get arrested? The Little Landlady glanced at Lin Chuan and said reassuringly, Dont worry, Old Zhang, Lin Chuan wont get arrested. Old Zhang also glanced at Lin Chuan and muttered under his breath, As if hes never been arrested before. Cough! Seeing the father and daughter veering off topic, Lin Chuan coughed lightly, Old Zhang, Xinxin, lets stop for now, were supposed to be talking about Liu Qings arrest! At the mention of Liu Qing, Old Zhang immediately turned back to the subject, Why was she arrested? Shes suspected of money laundering for a factory district in the Myanmar area, the Little Landlady stated straightforwardly. Money laundering, but shes a proper businesswoman, how could she be laundering money for a factory district? Old Zhang furrowed his brows in contradiction. She also set up an Antique Scam to commit fraud! the Little Landlady continued. Fraud? Who did she defraud? You! The Little Landlady stretched out her hand, pointing, and looked intently at Old Zhang. Old Zhang: ??? At the entrance of the small supermarket, illuminated by the light above, Old Zhangs face appeared astonished and stupefied. Dumbfounded, Old Zhang asked, Why would Liu Qing deceive me? The Little Landlady patted Old Zhangs shoulder again, consoling him, Oh Old Zhang, just stick to collecting rent with that IQ of yours, leave the entrepreneurship to me. Then tell me, where did Liu Qing deceive me? Old Zhang mumbled. With a smile curling the corners of her mouth, the Little Landlady said, Liu Qing, known as Sister Liu, a key figure in the money-laundering link for the Old Street Factory District in the Myanmar area, deals in antiques but is also involved in fraud. The main tactic is using the lure of romance to deceive the emotional trust of some middle-aged and elderly gentlemen. Once these old guys make an investment, its like falling into an abyss. And you, Old Zhang, are her current mark. Thats impossible! Old Zhang was shocked, How could I possibly be an old middle-aged guy? How are you not? Its only because Lin Chuan and I discovered this in time that we prevented a tragedy from happening. Otherwise, youd probably be at the police station giving a victims statement right now! the Little Landlady said with a raised eyebrow and a laugh. You and Lin Chuan discovered it in time? Old Zhang looked at the Little Landlady with suspicion, then glanced at Lin Chuan. Yep. A hint of pride appeared on the Little Landladys face. You mean to say, you reported Liu Qing? Old Zhang asked. The Little Landlady nodded, Yes, we called the police around four in the afternoon, and she was caught by seven in the evening and confessed to everything. A flash of melancholy crossed Old Zhangs eyes as he sighed deeply to himself. The Little Landlady went into the supermarket and then came out with a bottle of Erguotou liquor and a bag of peanuts, handing them to Old Zhang, Old Zhang, have a drink to soothe the heartbreak. Old Zhang listlessly took the Erguotou and turned to Lin Chuan, Lin Chuan, join me for a drink. The Little Landlady swiftly grabbed Lin Chuans arm and then seriously told Old Zhang, Im just saying, Old Zhang, you guys can drink, but if you get drunk and decide to become sworn brothers, I dont want to end up with an extra uncle! Sworn brothers, thats a good idea! Old Zhang smiled and deliberately teased the Little Landlady. Old Zhang, why dont you just stay here by yourself, the Little Landlady said, making a motion to take back the Erguotou. No, no, no Old Zhang quickly guarded the liquor. Humming and hawing, the Little Landlady walked into the little supermarket, dragging out a small foldable table and then fetched a stool for Lin Chuan. She sat next to Lin Chuan, peeling the peanuts for him. Old Zhang downed a shot of Erguotou, tears were brought to his eyes from the spice, and afterward, he sighed and said, How did you discover Liu Qing was committing fraud? Ever since that first meeting, Lin Chuan noticed something fishy, the Little Landlady laughed. Old Zhang squinted his eyes and looked towards Lin Chuan. Lin Chuan explained every detail, That time, Liu Qing gave Xinxin a century-old red agate bracelet, but later, I found out it was a fake. Yet President Li, as an old player in the antiques circle, bought the bracelet for a high price, which made me suspect there was something wrong After hearing this, Old Zhang downed another shot of Erguotou: I was really foolish! The Little Landlady fed Lin Chuan a peanut and then complained, Liu Qing is a bad woman, you couldnt handle her, the waters of the antique world are too deep for you, just give up and focus on collecting rent, thats your real job. Regarding Liu Qing, Old Zhang avoided the topic: I cant just collect rent forever, can I? What else do you want to do besides collecting rent? the Little Landlady countered. Your uncle started an eSports internet caf, its doing really well, and youve started your own Network Security Company, even collaborating with the police force. I want to make something of myself too! Old Zhang said with conviction. The Little Landlady and Lin Chuan glanced at each other. Starting some kind of business wasnt a bad idea. Keeping Old Zhang busy would help him forget about Liu Qing, that awful woman, and the embarrassing experience of being duped by a romantic scam. What about the Anti-Gambling Association you had before? Lin Chuan chimed in. Old Zhang shook his head: Gamblers dont listen to advice, and those who do listen have lost everything, they dont need advice. Lin Chuan could not help but laugh silently, it made sense. So, what do you want to do? The Little Landlady asked, frowning. Old Zhang sat up straight, looking at them earnestly: Actually, Ive found that I quite like those antiques. But you dont know how to appraise them, the Little Landlady said with a pout. But studying those antiques feels very meaningful to me, Old Zhang laughed, For instance, you can discover the story behind them, the historical charm hidden within the antiques. How wonderful is that. Old Zhang, you suddenly becoming so refined, Im not used to it. The Little Landlady said in shock. Old Zhang seemed to have forgotten his heartache, proudly declaring, Zhang, back when I was studying, I had a strong interest in history, and I was even the representative for the history course. Werent you the Physics Course Representative? How come youre suddenly interested in history and were the History Course Representative? the Little Landlady teased mercilessly. I wasnt studying for just one year! Old Zhang grunted. Interest alone isnt enough, it can lead to immense resentment, the Little Landlady said. Old Zhang countered, When you started your Network Security Company, did you have the technical skills? The Little Landlady was taken aback, then hugged Lin Chuans arm tightly, leaning her head towards him with pride, I may not have the technical skills, but I have my Chairman! Old Zhang suddenly laughed: Xinxin, lend me Lin Chuan for a bit! I havent used him yet! The Little Landlady immediately retorted. Lin Chuan: ??? What kind of outrageous statement was that? What havent you used? Old Zhang couldnt keep up and asked in confusion. The Little Landlady suddenly realized that she misspoke, her face turned red, and with a sheepish smile, she said, Old Zhang, what I meant was, at 720 Network Security Company, Lin Chuan is in charge of technical matters, Im not really useful. That makes sense. Old Zhang nodded, then added, I really do want to open an Antique Shop, a small investment. Youll support me, right? At this point, the Little Landlady looked to Lin Chuan, pursing her lips, her eyes full of questioning. The Little Landlady had seen Lin Chuan fake a Fengtian One Tael and fool two masters from the Anling antiques circle, she knew Lin Chuans level of expertise in antiquities appraisal was very high, as high as several floors, at least. So. Whether Old Zhang, an utter novice when it came to antiques, could successfully open a shop hinged on whether Lin Chuan would provide technical support. Lin Chuan looked at the Little Landlady, then rubbed her hair and smiled, Remember to cook breakfast for me tomorrow. Okay! The Little Landlady grinned, her eyes brimming with radiant joy, like the bright stars in the night sky. Old Zhang, having drunk a few glasses, was slightly tipsy and dazed: What do you mean? Open your shop, and dont ask about anything else. The Little Landlady chuckled.