Chapter 1237: I Was Just About to Go for a Walk
Chapter 1237: I Was Just About to Go for a Walk
Almost as soon as the words fell, a pair of golden handcuffs appeared on Zhouzhou's wrist.
Zhouzhou glanced at them, exerted a little force on her wrist, and then squinted.
She lowered her eyes to look at the handcuffs, her expression becoming more serious.
She couldn't break these handcuffs.
As someone born with immense strength, almost nothing could restrain her. This was quite rare.
Commander's expression changed drastically upon seeing this, and he immediately stepped forward and sheltered Zhouzhou behind him, glaring at the people in front of him.
"What do you want? You claim she killed someone. Do you have evidence?"
"We'll provide the evidence once we find it," the person spoke indifferently, his tone arrogant.
Commander nearly laughed in anger, "Arresting someone with no evidence? What right do you have to do this? Aren't you afraid of international disputes?"
The people glanced at him and pulled out a black ID from their pocket, flipping it open to show him.
Commander's eyes shifted immediately, his lips tightening, and his expression grew serious.
Zhouzhou also saw the ID and narrowed her eyes.
The ID clearly read the words "International Investigation Team" in large letters.
Their identity was similar to that of Interpol, but with fewer restrictions.
They were independent of any country, a special organization composed of law enforcement officers from various countries, tasked with handling international disputes.
For example, when someone fled to another country to escape responsibility, domestic police would need a lengthy process to extradite them, but the International Investigation Team could take action directly.
They had played a significant role in many instances.
Hence, countries had reached an agreement: in such cases, they had priority, and people were handed over to them first.
But now... well, things had taken a turn.
They had long been bought off by A Country and were now working together.
It wasn't hard to guess what would happen to Zhouzhou if she fell into their hands.
Commander stood firmly in front of Zhouzhou, unmoving.
She was his responsibility, and he would take her back unharmed, never handing her over to anyone.
Otherwise, he wouldn't just fail to explain himself to Ye Lingfeng and Qin Lie; he wouldn't be able to face himself either.
Seeing his resolve, the members of the International Investigation Team narrowed their eyes, their voices deepening. "So, you're going to oppose us? Are you acting on your personal behalf, or on behalf of Hua Country?"
No matter how he answered, it would be wrong.
Even if it were his personal stance, he was still a citizen of Hua Country, with a special status, so he couldn't just separate the two.
The atmosphere in the room became tense.
The judges from A Country felt slightly relieved.
Let's see how long they can remain so confident!
However, before they could gloat, a clear voice interrupted.
"I'll go with you."
"Zhouzhou?!" Commander gasped, quickly turning to look at her, his eyes wide in disbelief.
Zhouzhou, however, smiled at him lightly, her expression calm.
She smiled and said, "It's fine, Mr. Commander. I'm curious about the International Investigation Team. I haven't had the chance to visit it and play. It's the perfect timing."
Everyone around her laughed, especially the members of the International Investigation Team.
They sneered at Zhouzhou, their expressions like they were looking at a fool.
Play? They would soon show her what it was really like!
Commander, with a disapproving look, lowered his voice and said, "Stop joking. This is not a place you can just 'play' around in."
"Why can't I?" Zhouzhou didn't care at all. "I heard a criminal escaped abroad and was caught by the International Investigation Team. But not long after, he returned to Hua Country, with even more advanced equipment. He almost injured one of our leaders. If he managed to escape, why can't I?"
After saying this, she shot a deep glance at the members of the International Investigation Team.
Their eyes flickered, and they caught her meaning.
The people they captured couldn't possibly escape. It was clear they had let the criminals go on purpose.
But so what? Did she have any evidence?
With that in mind, they straightened their backs, looking at her as if daring her to do something.
Seeing this, Zhouzhou licked her lips in frustration, itching to hit someone.
She had been indifferent about going with the International Investigation Team, but now, seeing their arrogance, she was determined to go!
Commander was about to try and convince her again, to make her change her mind. But Zhouzhou suddenly turned to him and asked, "Mr. Commander, do you think you can stop them today?"
He couldn't.
Commander knew very well that the International Investigation Team was a special organization. If he opposed them directly, they would find a reason to arrest him, which would lead to even greater conflict.
He wasn't afraid of them, but it wasn't the right time.
So today, he wouldn't be able to protect Zhouzhou from being taken away.
With a tinge of guilt, he lowered his head. "I'm sorry, Zhouzhou."
Zhouzhou, however, smiled and shook her head, unconcerned. "It's fine, Mr. Commander. This is actually quite a good opportunity. I've wanted to check it out, and now I have the chance. Let's see if they can handle me."
The members of the International Investigation Team sneered, "Feel free to come. We hope you enjoy yourself. Just don't cry for your parents later."
Zhouzhou shook her head. "Of course not. I'm way past the age of crying for my dad when something happens. By the way, do you guys still call your moms and dads when something goes wrong?"
She gave them a look of disdain. "You're grown adults, and you still do that? Maybe you should also head back to kindergarten."
The members of the International Investigation Team were infuriated, and their focus shifted momentarily, pondering the 'also' in her statement.
Of course, this was all about Ye Lingfeng and Qin Lie.
How would they handle a little girl who kept wanting them to carry her schoolbag to kindergarten?
Ye Lingfeng couldn't help but roll his eyes and sit back down.
Earlier, he had been overly concerned. With Zhouzhou like this, who could bully her? If anything, they'd be lucky not to suffer from a blood pressure spike.
Thinking about it, her going there wouldn't be so bad.
He also wanted to see how the International Investigation Team had become such a mess.
Moreover, their Hua Country police team hadn't been in contact with them for a while. Something might have happened there.
And, of course, they dealt with the most elusive criminals, so any Merits they brought would be significant.
Zhouzhou also thought about this.
She looked around mischievously and leaned in to whisper to Commander. "Mr. Commander, if I make the International Investigation Team go wild, will you protect me?"
"How do you plan to do that?"
"Well, like..." Zhouzhou poked her finger innocently, then gave an example, "For example, exposing what the International Investigation Team has done, or maybe even stealing all their criminals. What do you think will happen then?"