Chapter 842 - 376: "Life-and-Death" Speed_2

Chapter 842: Chapter 376: "Life-and-Death" Speed_2

From the time the security officer raised the alarm until now, only about eight minutes have passed; this response speed is already very fast.

"City Bureau Dragon and Tiger Assault Team, Gu Ji, this is Li Yanan from the Qizhou Special Police Brigade."

Seeing the airport police holding handcuffs ready to take over the disruptive passenger, Gu Ji released his grip and stood up, giving a brief introduction.

"I didn’t find any explosives, I’ve searched him thoroughly, there’s nothing unusual other than personal belongings. Based on past cases, if this is a planned crime, there are too many flaws; unless it’s to distract the police. If it’s an impulsive crime, the explosives won’t be far from the criminal. I’ve already instructed the security officer to sweep this area, but I personally think... it’s more likely a joke."

"So you’re Officer Gu, Hu often mentions you. Meeting you in person, you’re really young. Dragon Tiger focuses on emergency response and counter-terrorism, in this area, you’re definitely more professional than us. Rest assured, we’ll take it from here, and we won’t overlook any detail as you suggested."

Yang Zhi’an, an experienced officer, was already aware of the capabilities of the Dragon and Tiger Assault Team.

The "Hu" he mentioned was an intern officer, who grinned after cuffing the disruptive passenger, coming over to say hello, "Hi Gu Ji, I’m Hu Dongxin, from the Police Academy. I noticed your extraordinary ability during the graduation exercise. I didn’t expect that in just a year you’d become so impressive; you really do Ningzhou Police Academy’s Class of ’21 proud!"

"So you’re also Class of ’21, nice to meet you!"

Gu Ji didn’t expect to meet a classmate here, he was quite excited, especially when the other mentioned "graduation exercise," which transported him back to those days, marking the moment when the gear of his destiny began to turn.

Cooperating with the airport police, he quickly finished the statement.

The security officers finished searching the disruptive passenger’s belongings and found nothing suspicious, confirming that Gu Ji’s analysis was correct.

Similar incidents have happened before.

It’s often due to the rush to board, leading to reckless remarks.

Such a joke, because of the setting, triggered the airport’s emergency response plan, consuming a lot of manpower and resources, delaying many passengers’ schedules, and seriously disrupting the airport’s normal order.

This behavior constitutes fabricating facts to disrupt public order.

Not to mention, the disruptive passenger also assaulted security officers and insulted the police, surely facing severe punishment.

"If it weren’t for Officer Hu’s earlier reminder, I’d almost forget you’re still an intern, not yet regularized. It’s no wonder so many units are trying to recruit you; if it were me, I wouldn’t let you go either, you’re a genius."

"It’s all about hard work, not genius!"

Hearing Li Yanan’s teasing, Gu Ji chuckled, though his attention was fixated on his watch. It was now 8:15, leaving him little time.

Fortunately, airport police and staff were highly efficient, and the security check relit the green light quickly, "Looks like the security passage is back to normal, safe travels."

"Why does that sound so familiar?"

"Oh, I think I said the same thing just now, then have a pleasant journey."

"Pfft..."

Even someone as cold as Li Yanan couldn’t help but laugh at Gu Ji’s words, "You’re in such a rush to see me off?"

The truth is, Gu Ji was preoccupied with getting to the subway station as quickly as possible, with no time to ponder polite farewell phrases.

"Not really, just wanted you to board early and rest..."

Li Yanan smiled softly, suddenly leaned in, hugged Gu Ji lightly from behind, "Goodbye, Gu Ji."

With that, she turned and entered the security check area.

Gu Ji was waiting for this moment.

In an instant, he dashed away, sprinting with such speed it seemed like he took three steps in two, racing towards the airport subway entrance.

As soon as she entered the security check area, Li Yanan instinctively pulled out her phone and saw two missed calls on the screen. In her mind, the image of Gu Ji subduing the disruptive passenger just outside the security check area flashed, making her smile again.

She turned around, intending to take one last look at Gu Ji.

But to her surprise, his figure had already vanished from the security area, and even from the entire airport.

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"Fortunately, I was fast enough; as long as there’s no mistake in switching trains, I should make it by 9:30..."

In the subway carriage, Gu Ji once again raised his wrist to confirm the schedule.

Undoubtedly, the thinking reaction enhanced by his central nervous system, the long-term accumulated map experience, and his sense of time were pushed to the extreme at this moment.

9:27.

Gu Ji dashed out of the old street metro exit, inhaling a mouthful of fresh air, the sense of urgency on this "life or death" edge recalling the riverside battles of his trip to Brazil.

Raising his phone, he followed the WeChat message reminder sent by Chen Zhiyu.

He adjusted his breathing and walked towards the mall entrance.

Today’s Chen Zhiyu was wearing a pink top, stone-washed blue denim shorts, with a pair of slender white legs, donned in small white shoes, her hair tied in a ponytail. Her delicate face bore two faint dimples.

It must be said, in terms of looks, this girl fulfilled almost every man’s fantasy of a beautiful woman.

Sure enough.

Just as Gu Ji was about to approach her, someone else beat him to it.

A handsome man in a white jacket holding a phone walked straight to Chen Zhiyu, flashing a sunshine-like smile, "Miss, you have a unique charm, like the girl next door on the outside with a touch of bravery inside. Could I add you on WeChat?"

"Sorry, I have a boyfriend."

So far today, Chen Zhiyu had already encountered two of such solicitation attempts.

She thought such polite and straightforward refusals would deter them.

The jacket guy’s face stiffened.

He was a livestreamer, specializing in outdoor flirting; his speaking skills and good looks usually ensured success with women.

Normally, being refused wasn’t a problem, but this woman today really caught his interest.

Such high-quality beauty, if pursued long-term, would not only provide emotional and physical satisfaction, but also significantly boost his streaming popularity.

"Miss, why not give each other a chance, just to get to know each other? I’m a host, can boost your followers, don’t worry, I won’t impact your life."

"You’re already impacting her."

"Who are you?"

The jacket guy reflexively asked, only to see a young man with a buzz cut and athletic build stand between him and Chen Zhiyu—Gu Ji.

"I’m, of course..."

"Honey, you finally came."

Before Gu Ji could finish, Chen Zhiyu reached out, grabbed his arm, and snugly leaned against his shoulder, the touch soft.

"He’s your boyfriend? Sorry, I disturbed you two..."

Surprisingly polite, the jacket guy apologized, then immediately turned to leave.

After he left.

Chen Zhiyu, like a cheeky little fox, chuckled, lightly slapping Gu Ji’s shoulder, "Nice teamwork! But your timing is too precise, exactly 9:30. Huh? Why are you breathing so heavily?"

Of course, Gu Ji couldn’t admit he had sprinted all the way here.

So he just lifted his arm, feeling that soft touch again.

Chen Zhiyu’s face turned crimson, and she quickly let go with a soft "lecher" muttered under her breath.

"You clung on first, don’t blame me. Consider it a fee for being your temporary husband!"

Li Yanan might be unfamiliar to Gu Ji, but when it came to dealing with Chen Zhiyu, he had her all figured out.

"What temporary husband, get lost, get lost!"

Knowing he’d caught her, Chen Zhiyu playfully dismissed him.

But on reflection.

That word "husband" left her feeling both uncomfortable and oddly expectant.