He only left a deep and colorful mark on Qin Qingyan's psyche, without completely rewriting the story.

However, the subsequent development of the situation somewhat surprised Chen Che.

…

"Hmm~"

Eight in the morning.

Feeling the movement of the person in his arms, Chen Che yawned and stretched lazily. An Nishang leaned on his chest with her jade-like hands and slowly got up.

The blanket slipped off her, outlining a perfect snow-white curve.

In front of him, An Nishang got out of bed and stretched her body, then picked out a red dress from the wardrobe and put it on.

Afterward, she crossed her arms and slowly looked towards Chen Che, saying, "Recently, tell your men to keep a low profile. Someone from the Night Empire Headquarters has been sent over."

Chen Che immediately raised his eyebrows, stepping forward to help An Nishang lift the strap onto her fair shoulder.

Covering up a startling sight.

He asked, "Nishang, what does this mean?"

"Remember the issue with the Anti-Contraband Department before?"

"I do remember... They said it was a department set up jointly by the Finance Bureau and the Night Empire Headquarters to investigate smuggling and corruption. Apparently, the tax revenue submitted from the Ninth Special Zone had made the Night Empire Headquarters dissatisfied.

So that's why they created this department?

There hasn't been any news for so long, and I thought this department was dead on arrival."

"It's not dead, it's just that the headquarters doesn't trust anyone from the Ninth Special Zone to head the Anti-Contraband Department. Therefore, the Night Empire Headquarters sent a special commissioner to collaborate with the Finance Bureau in creating this department.

This special commissioner acts as the chief regulator to thoroughly investigate smuggling and corruption across the Ninth Special Zone.

Your biggest operation is smuggling; be careful. You might likely catch his attention."

Chen Che couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and said, "What is this special commissioner's background? To have such audacity to take on smuggling and corruption throughout the entire Ninth Special Zone?

Aren't they afraid of being dealt with midway?"

"As for the specific identity of this special commissioner, even I don't know yet. The headquarters keeps it very confidential, but we'll know who it is once they arrive."

"As for what you said... No one in the parliament dares to do such a thing. At least, the last special zone's outcome of dealing with a special commissioner sent by the headquarters was... half of the parliament members were replaced.

The headquarters were furious, and the consequences were severe.

Overall, as long as the special commissioner doesn't go too far and doesn't even make the headquarters look bad, whoever dares to provoke the commissioner is declaring war on the headquarters."

Chen Che clicked his tongue, stretched lazily, and said, "The money from my smuggling business doesn't just go into my pocket. People in the Finance Bureau, Political Bureau, Military Department, and Judicial Bureau are all getting money from me.

If he cuts off my smuggling business, the fact that I won't make money is trivial. If those people behind me go hungry, someone will definitely cause trouble for him."

An Nishang glanced at Chen Che, walked up to him, cupped his face with both hands, and kissed him.

After their lips and tongues mingled, An Nishang said, "Anyway, take care of yourself, things aren't that simple... I can't look out for you for the time being; the Judicial Bureau is up to something significant recently."

An Nishang still has to fulfill the responsibilities of a commissioner for the Judicial Bureau.

In charge of the safety and security of the entire Ninth Special Zone.

There are quite a number of security incidents erupting daily in the Ninth Special Zone.

Regarding the so-called major move, Chen Che did know a little.

It seems to have some connection with an organization called the Blood Archbishop, which is well-known like the Apocalypse Society.

But it doesn't concern him much.

Chen Che didn't pay much attention to it.

"Rest assured, even if the Anti-Contraband Department indeed finds some business, at worst, we'll temporarily shut those businesses down. Once our special commissioner pats his butt and leaves, we'll just restart again.

I don't believe that, with you here, that so-called special commissioner, even if he finds out the boss behind everything is me, can do anything."

Chen Che's confidence was still present.

An Nishang nodded.

When she finished getting ready and was about to leave, she looked at the time and turned back to Chen Che, saying, "There's still 20 minutes to spare. Join me for some morning exercise."

"Nishang, you know my 20 minutes aren't enough."

"Then do it faster."

"Alright, as you command."

Chen Che went to the window, held onto the windowsill, and stood behind An Nishang, lifting her dress.

…

After sending off An Nishang, Chen Che leisurely went to the kitchen, cooked several dishes, woke up Xia Na, and had breakfast with Count Boqita.

Xia Na's beautiful eyes had faint dark circles around them, evidently from staying up late reading "Journey to the West" again.

The allure of such a classic for Xia Na was undeniable.

Chen Che teased Xia Na a few times, receiving several eye-rolls in return.

Chen Che hummed a little tune. Rarely relaxed today, he was ready to lie down by the pool and enjoy some sun.

Even Xia Na changed into a three-piece swimsuit, lying beside him. Her fair skin reflected dazzling light under the sun.

Chen Che was about to apply sunscreen to his Nana when the intercom next to him kept ringing.

Annoyed by the interruption, Chen Che was furious, but upon seeing the caller was Bobby, he frowned and decisively answered.

Right after connecting, Bobby delivered bad news: "Master Chen, there's trouble. One of our shipments got seized by some department called the Anti-Contraband Department... Master Chen, something feels off, you'd better come over."

Hearing the words 'Anti-Contraband Department,' Chen Che immediately raised his eyebrows.

He slapped Xia Na's buttocks, creating a crisp sound. Before Xia Na could glare at him, he said, "Time to go, Nana, we have a matter to attend to."

Hearing this, Xia Na didn't bother arguing with Chen Che, went back to the villa with him to change clothes, and quickly left the villa.

…

At this moment, just slightly outside the perimeter of Ant Street.

Bobby watched as a shipment worth 100,000 Beta, just pulled up from the Lower City District, was seized by a group of people in special uniforms, face looking grim.

Bobby, after bringing up the Judicial Bureau's name, only to receive mockery in return, felt a surge of unease.

His political instincts were sharp.

In the Ninth Special Zone, during this time, the underground smuggling gangs and the Judicial Bureau were united as now the whole Upper City District was under Master Chen's control...

But the opponents could ignore that.

It indicated that the opponents had strong backing too.

But Bobby couldn't just watch them take his shipment away, so as Bobby confronted the others, Chen Che finally arrived.

"Master Chen."

As soon as Chen Che arrived, he saw his subordinates facing off against a group in special uniforms. Bobby briefly explained the situation.

Chen Che had just raised his eyebrows when he saw a young man walk out from the other crowd, looking proud, eyes scanning the gathered crowd, and coldly shouted, "I am Luo Qingtian, Chief of the Anti-Contraband Department. This shipment is suspected of smuggling and tax evasion, temporarily detained by the Anti-Contraband Department. If you don't disperse, what are you planning to do?"

"Are you rebelling?!"

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