After nearly two hours of driving, Huhai was already in sight.
This city had a population of more than 30 million and had become a world-class metropolis a hundred years ago. It was the economic and financial center of Da Xia and had become the dream of countless people.
This was not Zuo Yi's first time in Huhai, but every time he came to this international city, the feeling was different.
This was the unique charm of the Pearl of the East!
After entering the city, Zuo Yi followed the car's GPS and drove to the Huhai Supernatural Administrative Bureau.
Unlike the Jiangnan Supernatural Administrative Bureau, the Huhai Supernatural Administrative Bureau had its own office building. Together with the Huhai Police Headquarters, it stood on the banks of the Qingpu River, forming a twin tower-like architectural landscape.
The entire building was covered by a blue-black glass curtain wall. The "DXCG" silver metal emblem hung on the top floor, shining brightly under the setting sun.
Not only did the Huhai Supernatural Administrative Bureau have such a magnificent building, but its scale and strength were second only to the Beijing Police Headquarters. There were more than three A-level powerhouses in charge all year round and their influence covered the entire Yangtze River Delta.
After parking the Cherokee in the front parking lot, Zuo Yi got out of the car with Teck and walked into the Huhai Supernatural Building.
Although there was no security check, Zuo Yi was scanned three times by a special hidden device as soon as he stepped into the lobby.
When Zuo Yi walked to the front desk, a lady in professional attire smiled and said, "Welcome to the Huhai Supernatural Administrative Bureau. May I ask if you are Zuo Yi from the Jiangnan Supernatural Administrative Bureau?"
On the computer screen in front of her was Zuo Yi's photo and personal information.
"Yes."
Zuo Yi took out his ID and handed it to her.
The lady at the front desk took it with both hands and scanned it on the device. Then she smiled sweetly and said, "Please wait for a moment. Our investigation department's Director Shen will be here soon. Please take a seat."
"Thank you."
After taking back his ID, Zuo Yi sat down in the lounge area.
The lady at the front desk had just served Zuo Yi a cup of tea when an imposing middle-aged man and two young men and women came out of the elevator. The three of them walked straight to Zuo Yi.
"Greetings, First Seat Zuo."
The middle-aged man chuckled as he extended his hand towards Zuo Yi. "I'm Shen Mingyuan from Shanghai Super Bureau's Investigation Department. Welcome, welcome!"
"Hello."
Zuo Yi stood up and shook hands with him.
Although the Director of the Investigation Department of the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau was smiling and speaking politely, Zuo Yi keenly sensed that the other party's enthusiasm was just on the surface, and he did not really welcome him.
This kind of attitude was very thought-provoking.
Moreover, the young man standing behind Shen Mingyuan looked at Zuo Yi with an unconvinced expression.
On the other hand, the other young woman secretly stared at Teck with stars in her eyes.
She was obviously attracted by Foodie Tai's cuteness.
Zuo Yi said calmly, "Director Shen, if it's convenient, I would like to go to the crime scene right now."
He was here to find the real culprit. No matter what the other party was thinking, he had no interest in scheming.
"Right now?"
Shen Mingyuan was stunned. He hesitated for a moment and said, "There's no need to be in such a hurry. It's almost time for dinner. I've already booked a table at a nearby restaurant. Let's have dinner first."
"Director Shen, I'm not here to eat."
Zuo Yi said indifferently, "I want to catch the culprit as soon as possible to prevent the same tragedy from happening again."
Shen Mingyuan's eyes flashed with shame and annoyance.
In just two weeks, there had been four blood sacrifice cases in Shanghai. The culprit was undoubtedly the same person. However, the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau's investigation of this serial murder case involving supernatural beings had not made any progress.
As the Director of the Investigation Department of the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau, Shen Mingyuan was under a lot of pressure. He vowed to find the real culprit.
However, at this time, the headquarters transferred people from the Jiangnan Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau to assist in the investigation.
This made Shen Mingyuan feel quite embarrassed. It was obvious that they did not trust the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau and him!
Although Shen Mingyuan knew that Zuo Yi had solved the blood sacrifice case in the temple in Laini Nation and that Zuo Yi was also a Grade A + supernatural being, he still felt that his dignity had been deeply offended.
Under such circumstances, how could Shen Mingyuan sincerely welcome Zuo Yi's arrival?
Zuo Yi's current attitude also made him very unhappy.
However, even though he was unhappy, Shen Mingyuan could not bring his personal emotions into work. He suppressed the anger in his heart and said with a fake smile, "Chief Zuo's serious and responsible attitude towards work is admirable. If that's the case …"
He turned his head and looked around. "I'll get Little Zhang and Little Wang to take you there. They're the elites of our Investigation Department. I hope they can find the clues that we've overlooked in the past and catch the culprit!"
"Thank you."
Zuo Yi said, "By the way, has the headquarters sent me my special investigation certificate?"
The Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau in each region had their own fixed jurisdiction. If a case was investigated across regions, the two agencies would either have to cooperate with each other or the headquarters would send a special investigation certificate to give them the authority to investigate the case across regions.
This time, Zuo Yi came to Shanghai from Hangzhou to investigate the blood sacrifice case. It was a mission sent by the headquarters, so the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau had the obligation to assist.
"They've already sent it."
Although Shen Mingyuan was very reluctant, he could not hide it and deliberately create obstacles for Zuo Yi. He said, "If it's necessary, I'll get someone to make it now."
"Okay."
Zuo Yi smiled and said, "I'll wait here."
The corner of Shen Mingyuan's eyes twitched, but he still ordered the young woman, Little Wang, to go upstairs to get the special investigation certificate.
In less than half an hour, a brand new investigation certificate was handed to Zuo Yi.
"Thank you."
Zuo Yi got up and said, "Then let's go."
Little Wang and Little Zhang looked at Shen Mingyuan at the same time. The latter nodded expressionlessly, "You guys cooperate well, call me if there's anything."
With the young man and woman, Zuo Yi held Teck's hand and left the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Building.
In the car, Little Wang, who was sitting in the back seat, could not help but ask, "Chief Zuo, why did you bring this puppy with you?"
She was really curious.
Zuo Yi touched the head of Tyke, who was squatting in the passenger seat, and said with a smile, "It can help us catch the murderer."
"Really?"
Little Wang's eyes widened in surprise, while Little Zhang disdainfully curled her lips.
In response to this serial blood sacrifice case, the Shanghai Anti-Corruption Administration Bureau's investigation department was sent out to search for clues, but the result was nothing.
What ability did this one-foot-long puppy have to catch the culprit and trample all of them, elite soldiers, under its feet?
By acting cute?
What a joke!
There's some trouble in my hometown and I have to go back tomorrow to deal with it, so I'm here to ask for a leave of absence. I don't update much these two days, but of course, I won't stop updating. I'll try to resume the normal update the day after tomorrow.
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