Urban Soldier Young Master

Chapter 858 - 857: A New Approach

Lying in bed, Chu Ge continued to ponder over the matter, hesitating about whether to involve Lin Gaoze or not.The more people knew about his "death," the better. At the very least, the news should reach Li Zheming's group. However, the fewer people knew he was alive, the better. This was why he temporarily sought only Chen Jue's assistance.

Chu Ge raised his hand to pinch his brow and turned his head to glance at the quartz clock hanging on the wall. It was already past six. By now, Mu Xiaoting should have contacted Mu Lingshan, right?

With Mu Lingshan's personality, she would definitely investigate this matter thoroughly, even if her investigative skills weren't particularly high. Lin Gaoze would likely assist her to some extent.

This meant that, given Lin Gaoze's intellect and abilities, the chances of the police finding clues about Li Zheming and his associates were quite high. But the biggest question was whether Lin Gaoze would truly invest significant effort into this matter.

As the saying goes, "As a person leaves, so does the warmth of the tea," let alone when someone dies?

After thinking it over, Chu Ge ultimately decided that, aside from Chen Jue, he would not contact anyone else in Lidu for the time being. He would first use Chen Jue's eyes to observe the situation.

Gurgle…

Chu Ge's stomach growled. He touched his empty stomach, feeling a bit disgruntled. Without all this hassle, he would be happily at home with his wife and sister-in-law right now.

But now he was alone in this short-term rental apartment, dining by himself.

With a helpless shake of his head, Chu Ge sat up from the bed. Just as he was about to stretch, he suddenly paused, a figure coming to mind.

"What's that kid's name again? Xiao Wu? Wu… Shao Lin?"

Chu Ge muttered to himself, the image of a young thug gradually becoming clearer in his mind.

He was a sharp-looking boy, claiming to be quite adept at gathering intelligence. Who knew if he was telling the truth?

There's a saying that goes well, "Practice is the sole criterion for testing the truth." Whether Xiao Wu was bragging or really had some skills, a trial would reveal.

Recalling the number Xiao Wu left behind, Chu Ge dialed the phone.

The call connected quickly, and with a slight reminder from Chu Ge, Xiao Wu immediately recognized him. This time, his tone carried a bit of surprise and delight.

Chu Ge gave his current address, and Xiao Wu said he wasn't far away. They arranged to meet downstairs at the short-term rental apartment in fifteen minutes.

To Chu Ge, it would be great if Xiao Wu turned out to be useful. If he couldn't rely on him, no matter. At least he wouldn't have to dine alone tonight.

Just as Chu Ge stepped downstairs, he spotted Xiao Wu in the distance. The boy was wearing a baseball cap, a T-shirt, and large shorts. Seeing Chu Ge, he seemed quite happy, though a bit nervous, and he quickly jogged over with a grin, "Hello, big brother."

Chu Ge smiled, "You're pretty punctual. Let's find a place to eat."

"Hehe, when big brother calls, I've got to run like I'm on all fours. What do you feel like eating, big brother?"

"I'm not picky. Just find somewhere quiet where we can chat."

Xiao Wu nodded, "Okay, I know a good restaurant. Big brother, wait a moment while I find a cab."

"No need, I drove over. Let's get in the car."

Xiao Wu was about to hail a taxi when Chu Ge unlocked his Range Rover. Xiao Wu glanced back, momentarily stunned, before approaching with visible excitement, "Is this your car, big brother? It's beautiful."

Noticing Xiao Wu's shining eyes, clearly enamored with cars, Chu Ge chuckled, "Do you have a driver's license?"

Xiao Wu paused for a moment, dumbfounded, before nodding, "Uh… yes."

"Then you drive. You'll know the way better."

A spark of joy flashed in Xiao Wu's eyes, though he seemed a bit troubled. Scratching his head, he said, "Well… I, I've only ever driven a van. I'm a bit nervous about handling such a nice car. What if I scrape it or crash it…"

Chu Ge patted Xiao Wu's shoulder, "I told you to drive, so drive. You're a man, don't be so fussy. If you've got your license, get in. If it gets scratched or bumped, it's on me. Come on, who doesn't have a first time?"

Hearing Chu Ge's words, Xiao Wu pressed his lips, thanked him quietly, and with a warm feeling inside, got into the driver's seat.

Little did he know, Chu Ge let him drive primarily because Chu Ge currently didn't have a driver's license. Secondly, it was a gesture to win Xiao Wu over, and thirdly, it subtly displayed his prowess to someone he had only met once.

Relationships are built over time. Even with an open mind, Chu Ge couldn't possibly have immediate trust and recognition for a stranger.

On the road, Chu Ge chatted casually with Xiao Wu, inquiring about recent happenings in the provincial capital.

Soon enough, they arrived at a restaurant that looked promising. Xiao Wu eagerly got out of the car, like a dedicated chauffeur, and hurried to open the passenger door for Chu Ge.

During the meal, Chu Ge chatted idly with Xiao Wu again and gradually realized that this kid indeed had some tricks. He could say a few words about everything, if not in detail, at least in a somewhat decent manner.

Chu Ge was genuinely intrigued by Xiao Wu. He was curious about how such a small-time hooligan could have such well-connected information channels.

When Chu Ge asked this question, Xiao Wu didn't hold back and directly revealed the answer.

It turned out that, by a stroke of luck, Xiao Wu got to know a group of beggars. In their most difficult times, he helped them out a bit, and gradually, he became good friends with them.

In a big city, the number of beggars is undoubtedly vast. Some are mutually hostile, while others are more amiable. These beggars come into contact with many people and things every day. The group of beggars that Xiao Wu knew gradually got along well, and when they chatted with Xiao Wu, they would often share their insights with him, which is why Xiao Wu's information gradually became more well-informed.

Hearing Xiao Wu's account, Chu Ge couldn't help but laugh while also feeling enlightened. He suddenly felt that inviting Xiao Wu out for this meal was really worth it, as Xiao Wu had indeed opened up a new path for him.

He was currently stressed about the lack of manpower for Chen Jue, so why couldn't he also leverage the homeless wandering in the city?

If Xiao Wu, a small-time hooligan with no skills and background, could achieve this, then with Chen Jue's abilities and influence in Lidu, he could certainly do it even better.

Moreover, if this could be done on a large and systematic scale, it would not only help Chu Ge but also be quite beneficial for Chen Jue's career development.

After finishing the meal, Xiao Wu wanted to pick up the bill, but Chu Ge wouldn't let him. After all, it was Chu Ge who had asked Xiao Wu out for a meal in the first place, and moreover, Xiao Wu's words had been of great help to him, so he couldn't let Xiao Wu pay.

Back at the rental apartment, Chu Ge placed a call to Chen Jue. After confirming it was a convenient time to talk, he shared the inspiration he had gained from Xiao Wu. Chen Jue was in complete agreement and thought it was quite feasible, expressing that he would get right on it.

After discussing this matter, Chu Ge asked about the situation in Lidu. Li Zheming's group hadn't shown any notable actions for the time being. His 'death news' hadn't reached the ears of Qin Ruojing and Qin Ruoying yet, but both Chu Ge and Chen Jue knew that it was only a matter of time.

"Chu Ge, can you really refrain from contacting your wife?"

Faced with Chen Jue's question, Chu Ge responded with a complicated chuckle, dismissively hanging up the phone and placing it aside.

Unfortunately, while the call could be hung up, Chen Jue's question lingered in his mind. He picked up the phone several times, dialing that familiar number by heart, opening and locking the keypad again and again, yet ultimately never making the call.

Forget it, just wait a bit longer.

After all, he wasn't really dead.

Chu Ge consoled himself with this thought, erased the series of numbers that troubled him immensely, and sent a text message to another number, with the content saying only, "Elder Xiao, is it convenient to talk?"

In less than a minute, the phone rang, and the voice of Liang Yongping, the old master, came from the earpiece.

"Who is it?"

Chu Ge didn't respond, listening carefully to the voice in the receiver. After a few seconds, Liang Yongping's voice came through again, "Is that you, Chu Ge? Speak freely, I'm alone here."

Chu Ge chuckled awkwardly, "The old master is indeed formidable. Even without me saying anything, you knew it was me."

"Save the flattery, get to the point. What made you think of calling me?"

"Hehe… Can't I just admire Elder Xiao and specifically call to greet you?"

"Hahahaha… Alright, I've received your greeting. If there's nothing else, I'll hang up."

"Wait, wait, wait."

"You rascal, I knew you weren't so kind-hearted. What's the point of playing these empty tricks with me?"

Chu Ge chuckled even more awkwardly, "Then I'll speak straight. Actually, I'm in the provincial capital now. If it's convenient for you, I'd like to stay for a few days."

"Sure, you can come anytime. My grandson was hurt by you, and I was just worrying about having no one to spar with him. I'll give you a good workout. But judging from your tone, there seems to be something else, right?"

"Sigh, nothing can be hidden from the old master. That's indeed the case. I hope you can keep this matter confidential and not let anyone know that I contacted you. I'm in a bit of a pickle, as my current identity is that of a dead person."

"Hmm?"

"Here's the situation, I…"

Chu Ge didn't need to hide anything from Liang Yongping and explained the entire sequence of events.

"I see, alright, I got it."

After finishing the call, Chu Ge tossed the phone aside and went straight to sleep.