HCB Chapter 499 Are You Zao Zao?
Chapter 499 Are You Zao Zao?
He bent down and rubbed Zao Zao's head, his gesture gentle and full of affection, just like treating his own little niece. "Are you Zao Zao?" Qi Tongwei asked with a smile.
Zao Zao nodded, her pigtails swaying as her head moved. "My nickname is Zao Zao, and my full name is Zhao Guiyan."
She puffed out her small chest proudly.
There was a bright light shining in her eyes, without any fear or anxiety, she looked like a carefree child.
The people around looked at Zao Zao and felt relieved but also more worried.
They were comforted by Zao Zao's innocence and cuteness, but worried about the danger she would face. Even if it was just the use of a photo, they felt like they were putting Zao Zao on the edge of a cliff.
Sister Qu stood aside, watching Zao Zao interact with everyone. Her heart was like a pot of mixed emotions, with all kinds of emotions intertwined. She didn't know whether her decision was right or wrong, but she knew that in order to prevent more children from suffering from abduction and trafficking, she was willing to take the risk.
Qi Tongwei asked, "It's a nice name."
When Zao Zao heard the compliment, she was so happy that her eyes narrowed into slits. An innocent smile spread across her little face. She nodded vigorously: "Mom said I have a very beautiful sister. She ran away to play and never came back."
Zao Zao's voice was clear and childish, but her words struck everyone's heart like a heavy hammer. "She hopes her sister can come back soon, so she calls me Zao Zao."
She tilted her head early, her eyes gleaming with anticipation, as if expressing a beautiful wish.
Qi Tongwei's expression was shocked, and his heart seemed to be tightly grasped by an invisible big hand.
Behind this seemingly simple name lies the endless longing and pain of Sister Qu's family.
Those with strong empathy in the office could no longer hold back their sobs.
Their throats seemed to be choked by something, and their breathing became heavy.
A female police officer covered her mouth with her hands, trying to suppress her sobs, but tears kept falling through her fingers.
Sister Qu's eyes were even more red, her eyes were full of bloodshot, and tears were welling up in her eyes.
She bit her lips stubbornly to prevent the tears from falling, like a lighthouse that was crumbling in the storm but still standing tall. That was her last bit of strength as a mother.
Qi Tongwei squatted down, his movements were gentle and slow, as if he showed respect for Zao Zao.
He patted Zao Zao's shoulder, his eyes full of determination: "Uncle remember, uncle will help your mother."
Zao Zao opened her eyes wide in surprise, and her eyes were like stars that suddenly lit up in the night sky.
Her little face was full of anticipation, and she couldn't wait to ask, "Have you seen my sister? Is she tall now?"
Zao Zao seemed to have already imagined what her sister would look like when she grew up, and her eyes were full of longing and curiosity for her sister.
Qi Tongwei shook his head. He looked at Zao Zao's hopeful eyes and felt a little reluctant.
But he knew now wasn't the time to talk about that, so he said, "Let's play a game. If you perform well, I'll answer you, okay?"
Zao Zao immediately jumped up with joy, clapping her hands and saying excitedly, "Great, great, I love playing games the most!"
Her eyes sparkled with excitement.
Her innocent appearance makes people feel both distressed and fond of her.
Qi Tongwei said a few words to Zao Zao and asked Zao Zao to remember them.
Zao Zao is very smart and clever, and is very good at observing people's words and expressions.
She listened to Qi Tongwei's words attentively, staring at Qi Tongwei's face without blinking, and nodded her little head like a chicken pecking at rice, indicating that she remembered everything.
When Qi Tongwei asked her to perform, her cousin and reaction were very lifelike.
Sometimes she pretended to be scared, hunching her shoulders with a look of fear in her eyes; sometimes she showed curiosity, with her eyes wide open, full of desire to explore.
Qi Tongwei couldn't help but secretly praise her performance, and at the same time, he became more determined to protect this little girl.
Qi Tongwei and Sister Qu spoke quietly to each other.
As Sister Qu listened to Qi Tongwei's words, the worry in her eyes was gradually replaced by trust.
She nodded, and her shoulders relaxed, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from her shoulders.
Her voice was filled with relief and gratitude as she said, "Okay, I know you will protect her."
Afterwards, Qi Tongwei gave Sister Qu a mobile phone.
His movements were calm and firm. When he handed the phone to Sister Qu, it seemed as if he was not only handing over a communication tool, but also a promise, a promise to protect Zao Zao's safety.
Then, Qi Tongwei raised his head and glanced at the other police officers present.
His eyes were deep and serious, revealing an unquestionable determination.
He slowly said, "I have a GPS tracker on me, and the information is synced to the computer."
"You don't need to go out this time. I will act alone."
As soon as Qi Tongwei said this, it was like a blockbuster bomb exploding among the police.
The police looked at each other, their eyes full of surprise and confusion.
A police officer couldn't help but ask, "Chief Qi, this is too dangerous, isn't it? How can you do this alone? If we act together, we can look after each other."
There was worry in his voice. He really didn't understand why Qi Tongwei would take the risk alone.
Qi Tongwei shook his head slightly, his expression serious and determined.
"I know you're worried about my safety, but this is a special situation."
He began to explain his decision. "The other party is very cunning. If we send too many people, they'll easily notice us. If I go alone, I'll be less conspicuous and less likely to arouse suspicion. I've also conducted a detailed investigation of the terrain and surrounding environment of this transaction location. I'm confident I can handle any possible situation."
As Qi Tongwei spoke, he paced around the room. His steps were steady and rhythmic, as if every step demonstrated his confidence.
"The tracking device on me will transmit my location information in real time. You can keep track of my movements at any time. If there is any danger, it will not be too late for you to provide support."
The police listened to Qi Tongwei's explanation. Although they were still a little worried, they knew that since Qi Tongwei said so, he must have already thought of a plan.
They could only nod.
One of the police officers said, "Captain Qi, you must be careful. We will do our best to cooperate with you. If you need anything, please let us know."
Other police officers also echoed this, saying that they would make all preparations in the rear and be on standby at any time.
It was late in the evening, and the night fell like a huge black curtain, weighing heavily on the earth.
Qi Tongwei drove the car slowly towards the agreed location.
There was a calmness and determination in his eyes, as if he was about to step into an ordinary meeting rather than a dangerous trap.
Before setting off, he disguised himself carefully.
He first put on a suit that looked ordinary but exuded sophistication. The lines of the suit fit his body, slightly concealing his originally tough military temperament and adding a touch of elegance.
He wore a pair of glasses with thin frames, and his eyes behind the lenses seemed to become deep and mysterious.
He also took special care of his hair to make it look neat and fashionable. He looked like a well-educated gentleman who went in and out of high-end office buildings.
After arriving at the agreed location, Qi Tongwei got out of the car. He leaned against the car body and waited quietly for the other party to arrive.
It was completely silent, with only the occasional sound of wind and the faint rustle of train tracks in the distance.
His eyes scanned the surroundings from time to time, alert to any possible movement.
Time passed minute by minute, and he stood there quietly like a sculpture.
Cigarettes were lit one after another, and the smoke swirled around him, as if it was the externalization of the irritability that was gradually rising in his heart.
Two hours passed and the other party still didn't show up.
There were cigarette butts piled up under his feet. He had smoked two packs of cigarettes, but the other party showed no sign of showing up.
Qi Tongwei's patience had been exhausted, and sparks of anger began to flash in his eyes.
He immediately took out his cell phone, slid his finger quickly across the screen, found the contact, and then made a call without hesitation.
As soon as the call was connected, he erupted like a volcano, cursing: "You made me wait two hours just to show up late! Fuck you, get out of here, and forget about your deposit, you son of a bitch, you have no sincerity in doing business, I hope you don't have an anus when you give birth to a child!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he saw high beams shining on him in the distance.
The strong light pierced like a substance, and Qi Tongwei subconsciously covered his eyes.
In the glaring light, he saw someone suddenly get out of the car.
The man walked at a leisurely pace with a cold smile on his face. There was no warmth in that smile, like a cold snake spitting out its tongue.
"I'm late. What? I paid the deposit, but you want to break the contract?"
The man's voice was low and hoarse, revealing an unquestionable majesty, as if he was the dominant one in this transaction.
Qi Tongwei instantly switched to the character he had set for himself and became a money-hungry person.
He was furious on the phone just now, but his expression immediately changed in reality.
He leaned forward slightly, a flattering smile on his face, and hurriedly explained, "Oh, you're here. The child has been waiting for you for so long that he fell asleep. He's three years old and was abducted here some time ago."
As Qi Tongwei spoke, he carefully observed the other person's expression. With a hint of flattery in his eyes, he continued, "I just thought he was very obedient and smart, so I didn't send him to a place where he could beg. I thought I'd find a suitable buyer and see if there was anyone who was in need of a child and was willing to pay."