Free Web NovelChapter 1120: Chapter 1091: Sudden Alarm
"Ah! It’s nothing, maybe I remembered wrong. I didn’t lock the door when I left. Please have a seat, Third Master, would you like a cup of coffee?" Captain Renado scratched his head, his amiable face breaking into a smile full of wrinkles. In two years, he could retire. He had spent many years running on the ship, although the conditions had improved, he always felt guilty towards his family.
"You mean to say the door was open?" The person referred to as Third Master emphasized the key point and looked around without noticing anything unusual before picking up the instant coffee and taking a sip. "This time, I brought you videos of your children. In two years, you can reunite with them."
"Thank you, Third Master. I always let the old man worry." Renado’s voice sounded somewhat tremulous. Xiao Lin wanted to see it clearer, but the space didn’t allow him to make more movements; he could only discern from the sound.
"It’s what should be done. You’ve done a lot for our Xiao Family. You deserve these, so Captain Renado, no need to be polite with me. This time, things have troubled you." Xiao Mu’s voice was unmistakable. Even without looking, just from his peculiar pronunciation, one could tell. Xiao Lin frowned, wondering what the old man sent Xiao Mu here for. There was cargo from Yanjing on this ship, reliable news suggested it contained that batch of Shao Weihua’s arms. Could there be some connections between them?
Renado laughed heartily, the vibrant loudness indicating his healthy body. "Third Master, there’s no need for us to say so many polite words between us. The old man has been gracious to me; I will repay him as I should. Just state your purpose; if I can help, I will do my utmost, provided that..."
"Provided it doesn’t involve illegal activities, right? Haha." Xiao Mu nodded while tapping the table. He liked this old man, clean and polite, and particularly obedient to instructions. Communication was especially smooth and convenient, much more comfortable than dealing with those who like to speculate and think. "Then I’ll be straightforward! We have reliable information that there’s a piece of contraband among the cargo on your ship! Ah, Renado, don’t be nervous or excited, hear me out first." Xiao Mu noticed the old captain’s face suddenly reddened, he promptly began to calm the old man down. Age often brings problems, and Renado had high blood pressure, he couldn’t afford to get excited.
"Third Master, I’ve been running this ship for thirty years and never done anything illegal like that. I personally wouldn’t help those who want to smuggle prohibited items. You know this. I think you might be mistaken."
"The information is absolutely correct, all the items on your ship were processed through regular procedures, so you bear no responsibility. It’s just that the goods in the containers have been swapped."
"Oh, is that so? Then what can I do for you?"
"I’d like to take a look at this shipment list, would it be convenient for you?"
"If Third Master wants to see, of course, I can provide it, but this is the guests’ privacy. I hope you can keep it confidential, otherwise, my reputation will be questioned." Saying that, Xiao Lin heard the sound of a metal drawer being opened and shuffled. "This shipment has quite a lot of goods. Does Third Master know the names of the places or the forwarding company? This would make it easier to check, and now D Area has already started unloading."
"Debang Logistics, it’s the cargo of a logistics company."
"Debang?" Renado looked at Xiao Mu in surprise. "Third Master, is this shipment large?"
"Perhaps! At least it’s not small."
Renado nodded, the sound of shuffling papers filled the air. "Sorry, there is no such company!" Then came the sound of more paper shuffling and Xiao Mu’s exhalation, suddenly the rustling sound stopped abruptly.
"Is D Area unloading?" Third Master suddenly asked, "Isn’t it a bit fast?"
"Oh, it’s a company dealing in fresh food. This boss is quite capable; even before the ship docks, everything is already arranged. We’ll also arrange the unloading sequence according to the guests’ requirements."
"Dongxian Company?!" Chopin quickly noticed this fresh food company on the list. Is there such a company domestically? Even if there is, it’s a small-scale company, never heard of it. "Thank you, Captain Renado, may I go to D Area and take a look?"
"I’ll accompany you."
"That would be the best, just don’t forget to lock the door this time." Whether deliberately teasing the old captain or really reminding him, a pair of mischievous eyes casually glanced over the corner of the filing cabinet, a slight tug at the edge of his lips. "Especially in Sicily, where the security is quite poor, Mafia fights happen from time to time. You should be careful not to get involved."
Clack! The door was locked, Xiao Lin exhaled and squeezed out from the gap between the filing cabinet and the sofa, stretching his bones with popping sounds.
"So it is you!" Xiao Mu’s voice sounded behind Xiao Lin. He shook his neck, not finding any surprise in this person behind him.
"Hmm!" His back ached a little, and he was still forcing himself to do this. "Two people’s voices, the footsteps are of one person, you already knew I was here, but I am not the one who broke in. It was open before I came here."
"Ah, can’t hide anything from you. My intentions are crystal clear; do you know who it is?" Xiao Mu sat on the sofa, brushing dust off his trouser leg. Xiao Lin shook his head, staring at Xiao Mu, waiting for him to continue speaking. "Don’t look at me like that. This visit can be seen as for you, or for the Xiao Family; just take it as the old man’s goodness flaring up again. I won’t say any more."
"Our goals this time are the same, huh!"
"You can perceive it that way, though there’s still a slight difference." Xiao Mu had a pair of black eyes, though not as thorough as Xiao Lin’s. "This batch of arms is the latest developed product, sent directly here from the inside. Do you understand what it means?"
"Quan Xianglin could have such authority?" Xiao Lin couldn’t help but be shocked. He could imagine Quan Xianglin’s power, but couldn’t imagine his guts to be so daring. "So the Xiao Family is his obstacle."
"However, Shao Weihua isn’t a good path maker, but what you should beware of is someone called Shao Qinyi."
A sudden loud whistle sounded, short and sharp following by a long whistle blast! Xiao Lin glanced at Xiao Mu and dashed out the door.
What unexpected incidents could happen with a freighter docked? Xiao Mu was not as nervous as Xiao Lin, he always walked leisurely with his composure, but just as he went out, he was driven back by the thick smoke in the corridor. (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)
