504: Discovered

He immediately dialed the number again, but before he could dial out, his phone rang.

Li Shiya received a text message from President Wang.

President Wang wrote, "Is something wrong? I'm in a meeting."

Seeing this message, the doubt on Li Shiya's face disappeared, replaced by a cruel expression.

He replied, "A few of us brothers found a small jade ring nearby. We don't know how much it's worth, and we don't have any trustworthy friends around. President Wang, do you have time to help us take a look?"

While editing the text message, Li Shiya muttered the content he was editing in a sarcastic tone, causing a burst of laughter.

This wasn't the first time they had used such a hook strategy.

Furthermore, Li Shiya knew very well that this President Wang was definitely someone extremely interested in antiques. Although they didn't actually have a jade ring, as long as they mentioned topics like jade rings or appraising treasures, President Wang would definitely take the bait.

Soon, President Wang replied to the message.

"Okay, where exactly should we meet?" President Wang asked.

"You guys decide on the location, I'll just drive over."

Seeing that President Wang had even made a typo, Li Shiya smiled disdainfully.

After laughing, he looked at Second Brother and asked, "Second Brother, tell me, where is a suitable place for us to meet?"

"We're going to ask him for money, so we definitely can't choose a crowded place, but if it's too remote, he'll become suspicious..."

Second Brother nodded and said, "Since he has a car, it actually doesn't matter where we choose to meet. We can meet in one place first, then kidnap him and go to another place."

Second Brother was equivalent to the strategist in this tomb-robbing gang. Although he wasn't particularly respected, the other three usually followed the plans and proposals he put forward.

At this time, his suggestion was also approved by the others.

Second Brother continued, "Our goal is just to get the money, the specific location actually doesn't matter."

Hearing this, Li Shiya nodded in deep agreement.

Then he continued editing the text message: "At noon, twelve o'clock, there's a Qingcheng Hotel in Yuexiu. A few of us brothers would like to treat you to a meal."

Soon, he received a reply: "Okay. See you at twelve then."

He closed his phone triumphantly: "See, he took the bait."

"These rich people grew up in privileged environments, how would they know the principle that it's hard to fathom people's hearts?"

"Alright, let's just consider it a lesson for him, so he won't trust others so easily in his next life."

Saying this, he was about to walk out.

But Third Brother asked at this moment, "Don't we need to bring something?"

Li Shiya was taken aback: "Bring what? Are you talking about bringing that treasure?"

Third Brother nodded: "Isn't it safer to keep it on us?"

Li Shiya subconsciously glanced at Second Brother.

Second Brother also nodded: "We can each carry a portion. After all, we also bought fakes from that President Wang, so even if someone investigates, we'll have a good explanation."

Li Shiya considered it for a moment, then nodded.

"Then let's take it with us."

"Get ready, meet at the village entrance in fifteen minutes."

...

At the same time, on the other side, Jiang Si also received a text message.

It was sent by Mr. Wang: "Twelve o'clock noon, at the Qingcheng Hotel in Yuexiu District."

"The other party will have four people going. Be prepared beforehand and get the item."

She stood up and said to the other three in the team, "The other party also has four people. Mr. Wang sent a message saying they will meet at the Qingcheng Hotel in Yuexiu District."

"The tomb robbers will arrive at twelve o'clock. It's ten o'clock sharp now, so we'll probably get there around eleven."

"After arriving early, confirm the situation nearby and first find a suitable evacuation route."

"Then proceed according to the plan, there shouldn't be any deviations."

...

Not only did Jiang Si receive the message, but Xiang Haitian's phone also rang.

It was a text message from an unknown number: "The tomb robbers will conduct a transaction at the Qingcheng Hotel in Yuexiu District at noon, twelve o'clock."

"The item for transaction is the Gu Zunding."

Seeing this text message, Xiang Haitian's heart trembled.

He didn't lightly believe the content of the text message, but immediately dialed the number back.

But a female voice came from the other end of the phone: "Hello, the number you have dialed is switched off."

Although Jiang Si's heart was surging, her expression didn't show much. ...

She handed the towel to the other party, then quietly retreated to the side of the cart.

This moment was originally the best time for her and Zhang Xiaxia to act, but currently they couldn't take any further action.

But when she walked to the side of the cart, Zhang Xiaxia also silently stood next to the cart.

His action slightly surprised Jiang Si.

"What does he want to do?"

Just then, Zhang Xiaxia had already pushed the cart and started moving.

Jiang Si's heart tightened. If they were discovered, everything would be in vain!

However, at this moment, she couldn't make a sound to attract attention and could only let Zhang Xiaxia act on his own.

She first walked out the door, then turned around to look at Zhang Xiaxia.

At this time, she saw Zhang Xiaxia make a sharp turn with the cart, pushing it directly next to the four travel bags, but he didn't stop and continued forward!

However, as he passed the travel bags, he lightly hooked one with his foot, lifted the travel bag, and directly placed it into the cart!

This series of movements was as smooth as flowing water, leaving Jiang Si somewhat stunned.

However, what she was most worried about was not these things. After all, that tomb robber was quite vigilant, and Zhang Xiaxia's actions at this moment were too risky!

She wanted to stop him, but Zhang Xiaxia had already pushed the cart out.

This feeling of walking a tightrope made Jiang Si's heart beat faster.

However, Li Shiya didn't notice at all!

After all, Zhang Xiaxia's movements at this moment were not obvious, and the angle he chose was also very clever. The most obvious part of his movements was blocked by Third Brother who was sitting opposite Li Shiya!

What's more, although Li Shiya was suspicious, he didn't suspect these two waiters at all!

How could he possibly have thought that the target of the waiter bringing in the dishes was actually their bags?

Zhang Xiaxia pushed the cart out without changing his expression, but when he came out, he immediately let out a long breath.

However, his movements didn't stop. He quickly pulled the travel bag in the cart, took out the Gu Zunding from it, and then put the Gu Zunding they had prepared beforehand into the bag.

Throughout the entire process, his hands were very steady, making no sound.

Jiang Si had no chance to ask questions at all. Zhang Xiaxia's rapid actions at this moment surprised her.

After completing these actions in an instant, he handed the celadon he took out to Jiang Si, and then walked straight back in!

"How could..."

Jiang Si saw that Zhang Xiaxia actually walked into the room again, and was still carrying that travel bag. Her eyes widened!

Her gaze turned to the tomb robbers inside the room, but she was surprised to find that they had no reaction at all!

It was then that she noticed that Zhang Xiaxia was carrying one side of the travel bag, making the travel bag move simultaneously with his leg, completely concealing the travel bag!

When he reached a blind spot, he gently placed the travel bag on the ground, and then pushed the travel bag forward with his foot!

The short distance of five meters was full of details!

Zhang Xiaxia actually succeeded in putting the item back in its original place!

Afterwards, he picked up a thermos bottle from the coffee table and quietly walked out again...

Creak.

As soon as the door closed, Jiang Si looked at Zhang Xiaxia's face, as if she was seeing this person for the first time.

"What's wrong?"

After Zhang Xiaxia relaxed, his breathing was a little rapid.

It seemed he was also very nervous.

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"It's nothing..."

Jiang Si knew there was no time for praise now. She shook the Gu Zunding in her hand and said, "This is a fake."

Zhang Xiaxia hummed in agreement. Of course, he didn't expect to get the genuine article on his first attempt.

However, the probability of success has increased from at least one-fourth to one-third.

Zhang Xiaxia said, "It's okay, let's continue..."

However, just then, Jiang Si's phone rang with a notification sound.

She quickly took out her phone and saw the text message from An Ning: "The person from the Municipal Bureau that Xiao Lin and I saw in Guangrao Village that day is here!"

"The one with the scar on his neck, he's definitely from the Municipal Bureau. He's seen us. If the situation isn't right, let's leave first!"

Jiang Si was a little surprised. How did they actually encounter someone from the Municipal Bureau?

They could even find this restaurant? This was simply like a joke!

However, at this moment, she had no time to think further and had to make a decision quickly.

Currently, this person from the Municipal Bureau hasn't seen her and Zhang Xiaxia, which means that if the plan is to continue, she and Zhang Xiaxia are still the best candidates to carry out the mission!

The situation suddenly became extremely complicated.

Their operating time was already limited, and now there was another problem!

Jiang Si quickly replied to the text message: "It's okay, An Ning, you and Xiao Lin leave first. This person hasn't seen me and Dong Dong."

"Even if we can't continue cooperating, we can't miss the opportunity in front of us. We must get the genuine Gu Zunding!"

To take the initiative, you must have enough leverage!

Otherwise, they can only be at the mercy of others!

She couldn't accept this situation.

At this moment, the second dish was also served.

Since Zhang Xiaxia had already succeeded once before, he was more experienced this second time, and they still had a chance!

"It's up to you."

Jiang Si said solemnly.

Zhang Xiaxia nodded, took a deep breath, and pushed the dining cart into the private room again.

This time, Jiang Si didn't go in with him, but stayed outside the door. If any problems arose, they could both quickly get away!

...

Meanwhile, at the hotel entrance.

Xiang Haitian and two Officer Sis walked into the hotel and immediately showed their identification.

"We are from the Municipal Bureau and suspect that a suspect is dining here."

"We hope you will cooperate with our work and provide the private room numbers that arrived after eleven o'clock."

The front desk staff saw the conspicuous emblem on the identification and was clearly nervous.

She immediately flipped through the record book.

While checking, she reported the room numbers.

"103, 201, 105, 107..."

"Just these four rooms."

Xiang Haitian nodded and immediately walked inside with the two Officer Sis.

Although he wasn't carrying any weapons, as the Captain of the Criminal Investigation Detachment, his primary consideration in this situation was definitely not his own safety.

Arriving in front of room 103.

With a creak, he pushed open the door, but found the room empty.

Xiang Haitian frowned tightly and immediately turned around to ask the waiter, "Where are the people in this room?"

The waiter poked his head in for a look, then shook his head: "I don't know. Maybe they left. They didn't order any dishes either."

Hearing this, Xiang Haitian was a little surprised.

And Jiang Si, who was five meters away from him, had already seen the person with the scar on his neck. Judging by his demeanor, she could tell at a glance that he was from the Municipal Bureau!

At this time, only the second dish had just been served. Even if Zhang Xiaxia was faster, it would be impossible for him to check all the remaining three bags under these circumstances!

However, just when her mind was in chaos...

Second Brother among the tomb robbers glanced out the window, and his brows immediately furrowed.

"That car..."

Seeing his unusual reaction, Li Shiya also asked suspiciously, "What's wrong?"

Second Brother raised his arm, pointed at the car outside the window, and asked, "That car is..."

"I think I've seen it, at the village entrance yesterday!"

Li Shiya followed his gaze and looked over. Third Brother and Fourth Brother also became nervous.

At this moment, Li Shiya suddenly looked at Zhang Xiaxia, who was serving the dishes, and said in a sinister tone, "You! Don't move!"

Li Shiya's voice revealed extreme ruthlessness, and his eyes were already flashing with killing intent.

Zhang Xiaxia felt his body stiffen for a moment, but his peripheral vision also noticed Jiang Si's gesture.

He knew very well that this was the signal to evacuate.

"What are you doing?"

Li Shiya stood up and walked towards Zhang Xiaxia.

Zhang Xiaxia saw him reaching for his waist. The hilt of the dagger at his waist was already clearly visible.

At this moment, he said with a slightly trembling voice, "Sir, what do you mean by this?"

"I'm going to call security..."

As he was saying this, Xiang Haitian was also walking towards this room.

He looked at the worried and surprised expression on the female waiter's face at the door at this moment and knew that something must have happened.

His expression was somewhat solemn.

Click, click...

His footsteps sounded one after another, not fast. Although he knew time was urgent, if he startled the criminals, it was very likely to provoke them and lead to more dangerous things happening.

At this moment, the distance between Li Shiya and Zhang Xiaxia inside the room was also getting closer.

Zhang Xiaxia looked at the situation in front of him and knew that he had fallen into danger. However, in addition to the person who had revealed the knife, the other three people also subtly had a tendency to surround him.

He was blocked by the cart in front of him. If he suddenly rushed out, he would be at a disadvantage in terms of speed and distance.

If he really had to run at this time, the situation might become even more dangerous.

But what should he do?

That travel bag was right by his feet, but it just happened to be noticed by that person!

And just as Li Shiya was approaching Zhang Xiaxia, Second Brother suddenly patted him and said, "I think we should leave first. If there's any trouble, we can come back for them later."

"If they are really from the Municipal Bureau, don't mess up the big plan. That President Wang is just an extra, don't forget the main goal."

Li Shiya heard Second Brother's low reminder. He looked at Zhang Xiaxia, snorted coldly, and then said, "Get lost."

Zhang Xiaxia immediately turned around and left.

Just as Li Shiya and Second Brother were talking, he had already kicked the travel bag back.

If Li Shiya had kept looking at him like that, he would have absolutely no chance to do this. Fortunately, the person who looked very gloomy said something...

At this moment, Third Brother received Li Shiya's look. He followed behind Zhang Xiaxia, and after watching him go out, he immediately went to close the door.

But just at this moment, a hand reached in from the crack in the door. His strength was great. Although Third Brother was trying his best to close the door, the other party directly pushed the door open again.

"You motherfucker..."

Third Brother was just about to curse, but he saw Xiang Haitian's eyes. This gaze made him swallow back the curse words that were about to come out.

Li Shiya also saw the person at the door, of course. His eyes narrowed instantly, but instead of picking up the bag and running away, he went to meet him.

His originally fierce face quickly changed, and he walked towards the door.

"It's you?"

He looked at Xiang Haitian and asked, "I didn't expect to see you here. Are you here to eat too?"

Xiang Haitian naturally saw that they had a problem, but the other party had four people and very likely carried weapons like knives, so Xiang Haitian didn't say much, just nodded and said somewhat sarcastically, "What a coincidence."

As Xiang Haitian said this, his left hand was gesturing to his colleagues, signaling them to quickly call for backup.

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