The pinnacle of power: starting with having sex with a female leader-Chapter 112 - 0: Grand Activities

Xue Yang spoke in a calm voice, "Old Pan, don’t be nervous, I’m not here to arrest anyone. I came to ask you for a little favor."

Mr. Fish, whose real name was Pan Minghe, was a notorious thief in Ji County.

He possessed the ’reputation’ of being the three-fingered master thief.

In the past, Pan Minghe was caught by Xue Yang.

"Officer, I’m just a powerless fish seller; how could I possibly be of help to you? You should find someone more capable!"

"Old Pan, you definitely can help. I need you to find an old thief for me."

Pan Minghe shook his head like a rattle-drum.

"Officer, I’ve already washed my hands of that life and haven’t been in touch with the underworld for many years. I truly can’t help you."

Xue Yang’s expression darkened, "Old Pan, I advise you to think carefully before you speak! I’ve heard your daughter often skips school, is that true?"

Pan Minghe’s face went pale!

His daughter was indeed frequently skipping school and hanging out with a bad crowd, who knew what trouble she could get into any day now!

If Xue Yang started keeping an eye on her, she might well end up getting arrested!

Even if it was just detention, it would leave a record, and his daughter would never be able to take the righteous path in the future!

"Officer, although I’ve washed my hands of the old life, based on my understanding of old thieves, after they get money, they usually frequent two types of places."

"One is gambling dens, the other is houses of ill-repute."

"As long as you investigate these two places, there’s a high chance you’ll find some clues."

Xue Yang nodded with satisfaction and reminded him, "Old Pan, you need to exercise stricter control over your daughter. If she keeps this up, she’s sure to follow in your footsteps."

"Thank you for the reminder, officer. I’ll fetch Bao’er back right away! Make her go back to school!"

Having obtained the clue, Xue Yang left the East Gate Vegetable Market with Cheng Yuan, heading straight to several of the largest underground gambling dens.

Logically speaking, Ji County was not Macau; gambling was illegal.

The gambling dens were a prime target for police crackdowns.

Yet, the Hai Long Palace gambling den remained standing tall, growing larger and larger.

It was rumored that a certain leader with the surname Jin would often visit.

Cheng Yuan and Xue Yang arrived at the Hai Long Palace clubhouse, parked the car, and casually walked into the lobby.

On the first floor of the Hai Long Palace clubhouse was a bath center, the second floor was a rest and dining area, and the third floor had foot massage services.

The infamous Hai Long Palace gambling den was in the basement.

Under Xue Yang’s guidance, the two of them took a familiar detour down a small alley, descended the stairs, and reached the basement level.

At the entrance to the basement, two lackeys were standing guard.

They blocked the two men’s way.

"Restricted area ahead, no entry for unrelated persons."

Xue Yang quickly pulled out two packs of Huazi cigarettes and tossed them to the two youngsters.

"Guys, make an exception, we were referred here by Brother Lian from Fangzi Street."

The two young men immediately smiled.

"Referred by Brother Lian? Go on in, then."

After entering, Cheng Yuan was stunned!

Were there so many idle people in Ji County?

The entire hall must have been over two thousand square meters, with hundreds of gambling tables.

Every gambling table was surrounded by a bustling crowd of people!

Cheng Yuan and Xue Yang exchanged a few thousand yuan for chips, seemingly wandering aimlessly.

Before long, Xue Yang recognized several familiar faces.

Unfortunately, he quickly ruled them out.

Because their spending power was quite average, pinching pennies each time they placed a bet, not at all like someone who had come into a big fortune.

"A Yuan, the familiar faces I’ve seen don’t seem to be our target. Shall we try another gambling den?"

Cheng Yuan shook his head gently, "Let’s not rush it. I’ll go chat someone up. Which ones are the old thieves?"

Xue Yang pointed them out to Cheng Yuan one by one.

Cheng Yuan approached the group.

At a table for betting on high or low, the old thief Xue Yang knew was frantically gambling, with only a few chips left in front of him.

"Low! It has to be low this time! It’s already been thirteen rounds of high, I refuse to believe it’ll be high again!"

Cheng Yuan grinned, "Brother Bin, on the other hand, I think it’ll be high!"

As he spoke, Cheng Yuan tossed a few chips onto the table.

Fang Bin gave Cheng Yuan a puzzled look. Who is this guy?

Why does he act like he’s so familiar with me?

Soon, the croupier opened the dice cup.

556, big with 16 points!

Fang Bin was annoyingly disappointed, "Damn! Not again? It’s big?"

Cheng Yuan’s grin grew wider, "Brother Bin, didn’t I say it would be big? But you wouldn’t believe me! If you had followed my bet, you would have won for sure."

Fang Bin glared at Cheng Yuan irritably.

"Who are you? Are we close friends?"

"Brother Bin, my name is Cheng Yuan, I’m Master Pan’s disciple from East Gate Vegetable Market; I’ve had the honor to meet you a few times."

A disciple of Pan Minghe?

Fang Bin’s attitude clearly became more friendly.

"I thought Master Pan had truly retired. Turns out, his disciple is taking over. Were you inspired by that big job a few days ago?"

A big job?

Cheng Yuan was delighted!

He had struck gold without any effort!

He had actually found a clue!

Cheng Yuan pretended to be nonchalant and said, "What’s so big about that job? It’s nothing compared to the big heists Master Pan pulled off in the past!"

Fang Bin argued with a look of disbelief.

"Brother Cheng, you can’t say that! I admit that the total amount of the big jobs Master Pan did before was amazing! But Brother Niu’s job was an official job! Have you seen Master Pan break into the house of the Standing Deputy County Chief?"