004 Speechless

The service was quite satisfactory, but there was a predatory gleam in his eyes, fierce and intense. Zhang Ziwen evaluated the expression of the gloomy police officer in his mind.

Zhang Ziwen took a deep drag on his cigarette, exhaling three perfect smoke rings, one after the other, a spectacle of beauty. Soft Huahua cigarettes – they had actually brought them back. Last night, he didn't even get a chance to buy a single pack; he must have spent around 300 yuan. But wait, what if they nailed him for soliciting? He might end up losing everything. He only had about 800 yuan in his wallet, and his bank card was practically empty. What if the fine exceeds what he has? Will he be sent to a labor camp? Zhang Ziwen's mind began to wander.

"What are you thinking? You've smoked enough, haven't you? Speak up," the policewoman interrupted Zhang Ziwen's reverie, her tone neither warm nor cold.

Zhang Ziwen snapped back to reality, shaking his head with a wry smile. "I'm sorry, I still can't remember."

Apart from soliciting, what else could it be? Wasn't it obvious? Why all the theatrics? Zhang Ziwen felt somewhat disgruntled with the policewoman.

A tinge of annoyance flashed in the policewoman's eyes. "Zhang Ziwen, listen to me. It's in your best interest to cooperate. Don't try any tricks; it won't benefit you." Her voice, at least eight degrees higher, was crisp and pleasant, albeit colder than before.

Zhang Ziwen found the policewoman rather amusing. Wasn't she obviously trying to deceive him? Why blow a minor issue out of proportion? Did she think he was stupid?

Zhang Ziwen shrugged, indicating he genuinely didn't know. The shrug, he thought, was rather suave, hoping to leave a lasting impression on the policewoman. However, it seemed to have no effect as the policewoman's expression turned a bit menacing.

Oh, even her anger looked beautiful. Looks like there's no hope for me, Zhang Ziwen sighed inwardly.

"Bang!" The policewoman slammed the table hard. "Zhang Ziwen! Let me tell you, your attitude is a problem. Do I need to give you a hint?" Her voice rose another two degrees, a bit agitated.

But Zhang Ziwen couldn't hear a word she said. He couldn't help but feel sorry for her, slamming her soft, delicate hand so hard on the hard table. Wouldn't it hurt? It must be red now.

"Zhang Ziwen!"

"Here!" Zhang Ziwen was startled by the policewoman's roar, subconsciously wanting to stand up straight and respond, but the wooden board restraining him brought him back to reality. Annoyed, he muttered to himself, "Damn, what's with all the fuss?"

The policewoman had somehow already rushed in front of Zhang Ziwen. Her fair, delicate hands pressed against the wooden board in front of him, her beautiful face inches away from Zhang Ziwen's, her angelic, beautiful eyes staring directly at him, though a bit fierce.

Zhang Ziwen averted his gaze from the policewoman's stern eyes to her body. White uniform, three stars on the black shoulder patch, and a badge with the number 03586, senior inspector of the Serious Crime Unit, Wu Min. Now he knew her name. Zhang Ziwen felt a bit excited, taking a deep breath, catching a whiff of the intoxicating fragrance emanating from her.

"Zhang Ziwen, this isn't your first time in this situation, is it? You're answering so smoothly," the policewoman's tone, unlike before, was now somewhat playful.

A wave of fragrance and warmth enveloped him. Zhang Ziwen caught a glimpse of the pearly whites in her lips, neatly lined and beautiful. 

Zhang Ziwen lifted his head slightly, meeting her gaze, her black eyes clear and bright. The intensity of her gaze made him feel uneasy, preventing him from staring for too long.

When Zhang Ziwen withdrew his gaze, a hint of satisfaction flashed in the policewoman's eyes.

You win, Zhang Ziwen sighed inwardly. She probably thinks I'm feeling guilty.

"Speak up; just daydreaming won't do. I'm waiting for your answer," the policewoman's voice was slightly smug.

Another wave of fragrance filled the air. Zhang Ziwen had nowhere to look but directly at her slightly bulging chest, revealed by the V-shaped collar of her uniform. Zhang Ziwen couldn't help but admire the fullness of her partially exposed bosom. He felt like he was suffocating.

"You bastard, where are you looking?" The policewoman's voice was tinged with panic. Zhang Ziwen's vision blurred, and the policewoman took a big step back, her beautiful face flushed red, stunningly beautiful.

Zhang Ziwen sighed inwardly again. What's wrong with me? Why can't I focus today? Is it my fault? Whose idea was it to send such a beautiful policewoman to interrogate me? Whom should I blame?

"Enough!" The policewoman intervened just in time. "Xiao Cao, come back and make the record." She called back the gloomy police officer, herself sitting casually on the desk. Xiao Cao returned reluctantly to the computer, muttering under his breath.

"Damn, you dare to lay a finger on me again, and I'll make sure you're searching for your teeth all over the floor today. Can this crappy chair really hold me back? You don't even bother to inquire about my background!" Zhang Ziwen saw the disgruntled expression on the gloomy police officer's face and felt a surge of indignation.

"Zhang Ziwen, don't waste time here. You'd better come clean about everything," the policewoman's voice interrupted Zhang Ziwen's anger and dissatisfaction.

"Alright, go ahead and ask. I'll tell you everything I know."

The blow from the gloomy police officer just now shattered Zhang Ziwen's good mood, and he was tired of wasting time. He didn't want to stay in this place for another minute.

Seeing Zhang Ziwen willing to cooperate, the policewoman's tone became as neutral as possible. "Very well, since you've cleared your mind, there's no need to beat around the bush. I'll ask, and you'll answer. Understood?"

Zhang Ziwen nodded, being very cooperative. "Understood, go ahead and ask."

"What's your relationship with the Black Dragon Society?"

"The Black Dragon Society?" That's completely irrelevant. Zhang Ziwen was a bit surprised.

"That's right, the Black Dragon Society. Don't tell me you've never heard of it." The policewoman's tone began to show impatience.

Zhang Ziwen shook his head with a wry smile. "To be honest, I really don't know anything about the Black Dragon Society. I've never even heard of it."

Zhang Ziwen's response greatly displeased the policewoman. "Zhang Ziwen, are you trying to be defiant?"

Zhang Ziwen felt that something was wrong and cautiously asked, "Officer, what does the Black Dragon Society do?"

"Zhang Ziwen! Are you really going to play dumb?" The policewoman became angry, her fair cheeks instantly turning crimson.

Damn! This doesn't add up at all. Zhang Ziwen felt increasingly uneasy and hurriedly explained, "Officer, I'm genuinely confused. Are you sure you're not mistaken? What Black Dragon Society or White Dragon Society? It's completely irrelevant."

"Mistaken? Are we mistaken about the meeting place you gathered today? Our Serious Crime Unit has been keeping an eye on you for quite some time. Don't play dumb with me. Let me tell you, whether you admit it or not doesn't matter; I have all the time in the world."

The policewoman didn't believe Zhang Ziwen's explanation at all and continued incessantly, "Zhang Ziwen, don't say you weren't given a chance. Admit your guilt early, and perhaps we can appeal to the judge for leniency. If you insist on being defiant, fine. We'll just wait until you come to your senses."

After rattling off her words, the policewoman turned to the gloomy police officer beside her and said, "Xiao Cao, let's go. Let him stew here." The gloomy police officer stood up without hesitation. It seemed he had long been impatient. When the policewoman said to leave, he didn't even bother to glance at Zhang Ziwen.

Seeing the policewoman about to leave, Zhang Ziwen hastily said, "Wait, I have something to say."

"Oh, go ahead. It would have been better if you said it earlier," a hint of cunning flashed in the policewoman's eyes.

"How long are you going to detain me?" Zhang Ziwen felt something was off and didn't care about catching the policewoman's cunning smile.

The policewoman replied calmly, "That depends on your behavior."

"That's not right. According to regulations, it shouldn't exceed 48 hours. Am I wrong?"

Do you think I'm ignorant of the law? Zhang Ziwen felt very dissatisfied.

"Is that so? You know quite a bit, but right now, you're a major suspect, so you might have to stay longer."

Zhang Ziwen could sense the disdain and satisfaction in her tone.