Not A Stone Unturned
Riii— click.
The first ringtone had not even fully rung yet before Li Zhi picked up the handle. "This is Li Zhi speaking, how is it going?"
The whole office was plunged into an eerie silence as everyone collectively held their breaths, all the while stealing glances at their Captain who exuded thick murderous intent. He had been, since the report came in that the Master Manipulator was spotted in the hospital. What made things worse was the audacity of that bastard who walked around with ease amid the officers stationed on the floor, even making contact with Luo Xuan!
Li Zhi's expression grew darker as he listened to the report on the other side. In the end, he offered no more than a stoic 'I see' and 'thank you for your hard work' before concluding the call.
The stifling quiet lingered for two more seconds before Li Zhi slammed his fist on the table, creating a resounding bang that jolted everyone present.