Chapter 15: Uncle Tang’s Intelligence

“Xiao Qiu, Xiao Qiu!”

A series of knocks on the door could be heard, and Du Qiu hurriedly opened the bedroom door.

“Uncle Tang, what brings you here?”

Tang Wenhai, the deputy head of the city bureau’s criminal investigation detachment, was Du Qiu’s father’s old comrade-in-arms for many years and a disciple of Du Qiu’s grandfather.

Ever since Du Qiu chose to study engineering, his father, Du Guozhong, never discussed anything about the dark world with him again.

After all, since Du Qiu was not becoming a police officer, there was no need for him to know all that information.

Tang Wenhai explained, “We have a basic understanding of the intelligence regarding personnel from famous mercenary organizations in our security department.

To avoid losses, they indeed come to our country rarely, but it does not mean they will not come. They’re just more careful now.

About the ‘Wolf’s Kiss’ organization, I don’t know much. I only know they have quite a few Asian members, and after suffering a major loss, the remaining members withdrew from some hotspot areas and turned to carry out some business missions.”

Tang Wenhai briefly relayed what he knew to Du Qiu and repeatedly admonished him to call the police promptly if he encountered these people, especially informing Ning Shuangshuang.

“Uncle Tang, which squadron does this Officer Ning belong to? When did the general team acquire such a female captain?”

“She is not from the general team…” Tang Wenhai blurted out before abruptly stopping and saying, “Err, there are confidentiality rules. You better not ask too much.”

A smile appeared on the corner of Du Qiu’s mouth. At this moment, he had guessed that Ning Shuangshuang must be a personnel of the security department, dealing with mercenaries infiltrating the Tang Kingdom as usual.

“Uncle Tang, are these mercenaries targeting the police officers who sacrificed themselves with my father?”

Tang Wenhai asked in surprise, “How do you know?”

“Zhang Shangqing’s sister was my ex-girlfriend. Two nights ago, someone infiltrated Zhang Shangqing’s home.”

While speaking, Du Qiu suddenly thought of something, “Uncle Tang, the sacrifice of my father and the others… there wouldn’t be any hidden issues…?”

Before Du Qiu could finish speaking, Tang Wenhai interrupted him, “There isn’t, all five of them, including old Du, were unfortunate victims of the earthquake. It was all accidental, with no human factors involved. I can assure you of that.”

Du Qiu nodded at Tang Wenhai’s firm expression.

“If that’s the case, the intention of this group of mercenaries is quite strange. Could it be sent by the South American drug trafficking groups?”

Tang Wenhai patted Du Qiu’s shoulder and said, “You don’t stress over it too much. Ning’s team will take care of this. You just take good care of yourself.”

He looked around the room and suddenly said, “Why aren’t you at work today, kid?”

Du Qiu’s face turned awkward as he said, “The company went bankrupt. I’m unemployed at home now.”

“What? Unemployed! I remember the company you worked for was pretty large. How could they just close down like that?”

Tang Wenhai said in surprise, rubbing his hands subconsciously, as if thinking about how to help Du Qiu.

Seeing him like that, Du Qiu, knowing what he was worried about, quickly said, “Uncle Tang, don’t worry. I have a PhD; finding a job won’t be a problem.

Besides, the software I’ve been developing had a significant breakthrough today. I might start a business!”

Du Qiu hurriedly reassured, as Tang Wenhai had always treated him like his own nephew, even better than his own son.

Tang Wenhai nodded and said, “It’s best if you’re confident, but starting a business isn’t that easy. Do you have the funds for it?”

Tang Wenhai knew about Du Qiu’s ability; he had often helped upgrade and modify some of the team’s equipment with great results.

But starting a business always requires funding – how could it be done without money?

Du Qiu smiled and said, “I have savings, plus some elders have left me some money, there’s also my dad’s pension, and if worst comes to worst, there’s my dad’s apartment.”

“You’re planning to go all in, huh?” Tang Wenhai got even more worried and said, “Otherwise, I could chip in a little. Your brother Yufei doesn’t need it in the army right now anyway.”

“That’s out of the question,” Du Qiu immediately refused, “Aunt Zhao is now the branch manager. If I really need money, I’ll ask Aunt Zhao to help me work out a loan to tide me over.”

“Even though your Aunt Zhao is the branch manager, she still has to follow regulations. But I’ll have a chat with her to help you out, if it meets the criteria.”

“That would be for the best. Honestly, I’m a bit afraid of Aunt Zhao.”

“Why be afraid of her? She was talking about setting you up with someone the other day.” Tang Wenhai said.

Du Qiu suddenly looked troubled and said, “That’s exactly what I’m afraid of Aunt Zhao doing—setting me up.”

Tang Wenhai spoke earnestly, “Xiao Qiu, you’re not getting any younger. Quickly get into a relationship, get married early, and leave a successor for old Du’s family.”

Du Qiu was at a loss for words, “Uncle Tang, that hurts even more. It’s like I’ve not got long left, so I need to hurry up and leave a successor…”

“Tsk, tsk, tsk, don’t talk nonsense!” Tang Wenhai quickly interjected, “My master has had only one male heir for three generations, and now there’s only you left. As your elder, I am concerned about you!”

“Uncle Tang, do you really care about my personal matters?” Du Qiu suddenly stopped, a smile lingering on his lips as he looked at Tang Wenhai.

Tang Wenhai, seeing Du Qiu’s expression, felt the young man might be setting a trap but still nodded and said, “Of course, I care!”

“Heh heh, if you really care about me, then find a way to introduce that Officer Ning to me as a girlfriend.”

Du Qiu threw a tough challenge at Tang Wenhai.

Based on Du Qiu’s judgement, Officer Ning, being so outstanding, was probably already taken. Perhaps she even had a child old enough to be the soy sauce fetcher.

“Ha, you’re really holding back something bad, waiting for me, huh?”

“Ha ha, seeing how eager you are to play matchmaker, I definitely have to give you a chance!” Du Qiu laughed happily.

“Don’t laugh. You think you can stump me? I’ll take on the task of being your matchmaker then,” Tang Wenhai replied somewhat defiantly.

Seeing Tang Wenhai serious, Du Qiu panicked and quickly said, “Hey, hey, Uncle Tang, I’m just joking. Don’t take it seriously, seriously not.”

“It’s too late!” Tang Wenhai said nonchalantly, “But I won’t put all my eggs in one basket. I still need to make arrangements with your Aunt Zhao…”

“Stop, Uncle Tang, how can you keep arranging? Look at me now, unemployed at home. Even if you do arrange, it’s pointless.”

“So go find a job or start a business soon, don’t just rely on your parents’ support.”

Du Qiu slapped his chest and said, “How could I, a grand PhD, just live off my parents?

Don’t worry, Uncle Tang, I will definitely start my own business. Who knows, maybe one day I’ll become the richest man or something.”

“Being rich, that’s great. Ambitious! Ever since you disassembled and reassembled my washing machine back in middle school, I knew you would achieve something,” Tang Wenhai said.

“Uncle Tang, how can you still remember that?” Du Qiu was immediately dejected.

“Ha ha, that’s what I like to see in you!”

Du Qiu muttered to himself, “Back then, wasn’t it just mixing up one wire and burning out the motor of the washing machine…”

“Alright, I’m off now.”

“Ah, leaving so soon? Won’t you stay for dinner?”

“With your cooking skills? Forget it.”

“Safe travels then!”