Chapter 1369: The Food Inside
Jiang Haiyang said: "Old Zhu is a well-known tough guy. Many Cattleman came to the detention center wanting to take out Old Zhu, but they all ended up failing. Now that he's not here, he might have gone to find someone."
Ling Zhenfei said: "Whatever, I went too easy on him last night."
It was soon time for lunch, three dishes, all vegetables, with very small portions. Ling Zhenfei and Jiang Haiyang were sitting together to eat, and sure enough, they saw someone sharing their food with others. The person had a mountain of food in front of them, probably also a cell leader.
Ling Zhenfei said: "How can anyone be willing to eat this crappy food."
At this time, someone walked over, smiled at Ling Zhenfei, and said: "Boss, we've ordered some dishes for you in the private room."
This person was also from the same cell as Ling Zhenfei, clearly trying to curry favor with him.
But what surprised Ling Zhenfei was that this detention center actually had private rooms for meals.
Ling Zhenfei and Jiang Haiyang exchanged a glance and then followed the person into the private room.
Even though it's called a private room, it didn't have a door; it was visible from outside. Walking in, they saw over a dozen people, all from the same cell, except for Old Zhu and Scarface.
Ling Zhenfei and Jiang Haiyang were seated at the head of the table. The food on the table included fish and meat, much better than what was outside. Ling Zhenfei knew this setup meant they had something to say.
Ling Zhenfei said: "I really didn't expect this detention center to have such a place."
"Yeah, that's how it is here. As long as you have money, you can have anything you want."
"Yeah, if you have money, you can even play around with women."
Ling Zhenfei was taken aback and said: "You can even do that?"
A few people looked at Ling Zhenfei, and one of them said: "If Boss Ling is interested, we can help you make arrangements."
Ling Zhenfei said: "Forget it, I'm just a bit curious."
As they were eating, Ling Zhenfei noticed that most of the food was gone and said: "You invited us for this meal, so you must have something to talk about."
One person grinned and said: "Boss Ling, even though you beat us up last night, we really admire you and want to join you."
Ling Zhenfei laughed and said: "Don't join me. I don't know how long I'll be here. If I leave in three days, wouldn't that be dragging you down?"
A few people exchanged glances, clearly not expecting this.
One of them said: "We asked the guards and heard that you came in for murder charges, so you shouldn't be here for just a few days. Also, with how strong you were last night, it can't be that simple."
Ling Zhenfei said: "If you need help, I can assist, but joining me is not an option. I really don't know when I'll leave."
The group seemed a bit disappointed upon hearing that Ling Zhenfei could leave at any time.
One of them said: "We came here late and often get bullied. We originally wanted to find someone to rely on, but you don't seem to be interested in that. Looks like we'll have to figure it out ourselves."
After eating, Ling Zhenfei, Jiang Haiyang, and the others all went back to their dorms to rest during their allotted midday break.
"What work do we have this afternoon?" Ling Zhenfei asked one of them.
"Folding cardboard, Boss."
Ling Zhenfei didn't know what folding cardboard meant, but it didn't matter to him.
Back in their cell, they saw Old Zhu and Scarface, each holding a cigarette and smoking.
Upon seeing Ling Zhenfei, they quickly got up and gave him their seats before walking away.
Ling Zhenfei took out a pack of cigarettes and handed some out before lighting one himself.
One of the guys took a puff and had a look of enjoyment on his face, clearly not having smoked in a long time.
One of them said to Ling Zhenfei: "Boss Ling, Old Zhu has been here a long time, now you've taken his spot, he won't be happy. Watch out for any tricks he might try."
Ling Zhenfei laughed and said: "Let him do what he wants; I'm not afraid of him."
At this moment, Ling Zhenfei heard a ringtone from the Heaven-Dropping Essence Marrow, and saw it was Bai Ling calling.
Ling Zhenfei quickly answered the phone.
Seeing Ling Zhenfei with cigarettes shocked everyone, but when he pulled out his phone, they couldn't believe their eyes.
What kind of powerful backing does he have to do this? Even Old Zhu, who had been here for years, didn't have a whole pack of cigarettes, let alone a phone.
Before entering, everything was confiscated; even their clothes were from the detention center, so it was impossible to bring a phone inside.
Ling Zhenfei didn't worry about it, just answered the call.
Bai Ling's voice came through.
"Ling Zhenfei, is that you?"
Ling Zhenfei said: "It's me. What's up?"
Bai Ling's voice was clearly distressed, "I hadn't even arrived before you got detained."
Ling Zhenfei said: "Nothing I could do; the opponent's too strong and hidden. I couldn't even find them."
Bai Ling said: "I'm in Tangcheng now, I want to see you."
Ling Zhenfei said: "No need, I'm a suspect now, visits aren't allowed."
"Then I'll bail you out first," Bai Ling said.
Ling Zhenfei said: "Not sure if I can get bailed out, but if not, it's not a big deal."
Bai Ling said: "The detention center is no place for anyone. I'll find a way to get you out."
Ling Zhenfei said: "There's no rush. You're calling me; you don't know my skills? I'll be fine."
"Do you know things are blowing up online? All your hard-earned reputation is collapsing." Bai Ling said.
Ling Zhenfei had expected this, but didn't care. Reputation can crumble instantly, but it can also rise higher just as quickly.
Ling Zhenfei said: "That's not important. Now that you're in Tangcheng, find Chen Qian. Call him; he's handling everything."
"Okay, I'll contact Chen Qian first," Bai Ling said.
After finishing his conversation with Bai Ling, Ling Zhenfei hung up.
When Old Zhu and Scarface returned, they were incredulous seeing Ling Zhenfei with a phone. It was too brazen.
Ling Zhenfei casually put the phone away. Then, hearing footsteps outside, someone said, "We have newcomers."
Ling Zhenfei glanced outside and saw guards bringing two newcomers in. When he saw them, he was stunned because he sensed the Northern Spiritual Energy from them.
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