Chapter 10
For what reason? Is it because he lied to the reporters from the television station, putting himself in a position of being framed? Or is it because he has repeatedly betrayed himself, even dragging himself into a desperate situation? Or perhaps it is because, as a "good friend," he never cared for or looked after me during my 12 years of unconsciousness
There is no afterlife, no cause and effect retribution, so what is there to fear? In any case, with money, one can enjoy a good life; without money, there is nothing at all
Director Wang, I beg you... Thank you very much! Thank you for your gracious presence! Next time, I will host again... You are too polite; you are a distinguished guest that one cannot easily invite... Well said, well said. Please bring the invoice; I can handle it here!" Wang Zhi coldly stared at the middle-aged man, whose face was glistening with sweat, and lit a cigarette.
Of course, Wang Zhi replied
Then he suddenly began to cry
If it were not for his inability to disregard the forces of the world, he would often entertain the thought of placing corpses on the streets, using blood to inscribe their crimes and the words "evil begets evil" on the walls. If that were the case, over time, those who do not believe in the supernatural would eventually hear some rumors and would surely have some reservations
He saw Zhao Zheng's slightly hunched figure, seemingly accustomed to a humble demeanor that made him habitually bow a little. He noticed the happy smile radiating from his face while answering the phone, which reminded him of the photo of the three of them in his wallet
Moreover, even if one commits a minor offense, the police may not necessarily come to apprehend you. For small cases, there is no motivation for promotion and no budget for handling cases, so the police are busy dealing with major cases like the library incident, or they are focused on cracking down on gambling and prostitution to generate revenue
Wang Zhi's overly sensitive ears clearly heard the people in the Audi disdainfully saying: "This fool..."
The Audi car accelerated away, and he jogged a few steps after it, still eagerly waving his hand, watching the vehicle disappear into the distance
He is merely a small figure, an ordinary and inconspicuous little citizen who puts on a brave face in public but cries in private, an unsuccessful small salesman striving hard for his family, a disheartened 36-year-old balding man, and he is also overweight
If the police reopen the case, I might be labeled as the 'Rooftop Murderer' or something like 'Solar Panel Corpse Hider,' right?" He thought to himself with self-deprecation as he turned from a narrow alley onto the main street, blending into the crowd without drawing attention.
Mom, please don't worry, I didn't drink much... Hmm, everything is going smoothly... I'm just getting some fresh air, I'll be back soon... Hey, son, be good. Dad will be back shortly... Alright, Dad will remember to buy it..." The man hung up the phone and stood by the street, lighting a cigarette. Wang drew closer, and at a distance of less than ten meters, he could even clearly see the sheen of oil reflecting off the man's head.
"Are we still choosing to enhance this time?" he asked routinely
Passersby looked at him with disdainful eyes and walked around him from a distance. However, Wang Zhi gradually began to feel uneasy in his heart
He looked at the man leaning against the sidewalk tree, who was drunk and disorderly, with a hint of sympathy. Yet, what flashed through his mind was Zhao Zheng from 12 years ago, the Zhao Zheng who resonated most with his own thoughts, the Zhao Zheng who loved to drink and read but had the worst tolerance and behavior when it came to alcohol, the Zhao Zheng who was the most impulsive yet also the most cowardly.
Zhao Zheng
Upon reflection, it seems that each reason is sufficient to sentence him to death, yet Wang Zhi harbors no desire to kill him
That person continued to wear a futile smile, almost pleadingly engaging in conversation. "Director Wang, regarding this matter of mine... Haha, no rush, no rush, just let me know when it's convenient for you... Alright, take care... Please be sure to call me when you have time!"
The moment he saw him, the only thought that crossed his mind was the phrase "kill him," and that was indeed his plan. He would follow him and then find an opportune moment to capture him on the rooftop. Just like the previous prey, he would berate him, judge him, and then kill him
Wang Zhi believes that the crux of the problem lies here. Since the law has become a tool of dictatorship that only punishes the poor and the honest, it is only natural that society has become so chaotic and morality so degraded
He finished smoking his cigarette, casually tossed it to the ground, crushed it underfoot, and then walked north without hesitation
Wang Zhi is determined to put an end to this vicious cycle
The next target is a former embezzler who resides in an upscale neighborhood on the other side of the city
Farewell
Under the cover of night, no one noticed how he suddenly appeared, and all his attention was focused on the person across the street
The person opposite took a moment to steady himself and began to walk unsteadily north along the road. Wang remained composed and followed him from this side of the street
He boarded a double-decker bus, sitting on the upper level, feeling the breeze, sighing as he gazed at the city where he was born and raised, a metropolis that has gradually become demonized
While crossing the street, he was still thinking this way. However, now he has completely lost that thought.
This is his ninth hunt since the beginning of this month, and it is also the thirty-fifth prey since he resumed hunting
He also considered whether to publish his law enforcement results on a certain website. At first, everyone might just laugh it off, but as the events are proven time and again, it will inevitably stir up a wave, ultimately bringing the concept of justice and retribution back into people's hearts
With money, even if one breaks the law, it is merely a matter of serving a few years. As long as it is not an immediate death sentence, one can manage a few years, whether through medical parole or good behavior, turning life sentences into fixed terms and fixed terms into indefinite ones
Thus, he felt that his responsibilities had become increasingly significant
If you do not store a certain amount of energy, your current speed and strength can only be maintained for 22 minutes. You should be aware of this, right
It is merely a matter of having more or less money
Whether in terms of speed, strength, or auditory, visual, and olfactory senses, he has undergone significant changes. He is unable to measure his own abilities, but during the repeated hunting processes, he has distinctly felt this transformation. On one occasion, he faced four furious thieves armed with daggers simultaneously, yet he resolved the situation in less than 10 seconds. Under conditions involving cold weapons, Wang Zhi believes that no one can harm him anymore. On one occasion, he faced four furious thieves armed with daggers simultaneously, yet he resolved the situation in less than 10 seconds. Under conditions involving cold weapons, Wang Zhi believes that no one can harm him anymore
In the next moment, Wang Zhi was already standing by the street
In the chaotic period of state-owned enterprise reform in the late 1990s, he, as a senior official of the Economic and Trade Commission, employed various means to sell the city's largest textile factory, valued at no less than 1 billion, along with its intellectual property, to a Hong Kong businessman for 20 million. Wang Zhi meticulously studied his story; at the time of the incident, he admitted to accepting bribes of 1 million Hong Kong dollars and 300,000 US dollars, resulting in a sentence of 35 years in prison and the confiscation of all illegal gains. However, just five years later, people were astonished to find that he was receiving medical treatment outside of prison due to illness, driving a luxury car worth over 1 million, residing in a high-end community valued at 3 million, and even running an investment consulting company.
Thus, people can only sigh and envy, planting a seed in their hearts that says, "If only I had the chance, I would do the same"
This world has lost its faith; the only thing people believe in is money. With money, anything is possible; for the sake of money, people dare to do anything.
However, these can only remain as thoughts. Regardless of which one it is, once executed, it will inevitably attract the heightened attention of the police, and the danger of being discovered will increase without limit
On the other hand, with each trial and each execution of the death penalty, he became increasingly convinced that he was right
He silently recited the man's name, and for some reason, the hatred in his heart had diminished significantly compared to when he had seen him on the bus earlier
"Director Wang, please take your time, take your time." He bowed deeply with a fawning expression, carefully assisting a middle-aged, portly man into the car. "Please be careful of your head!" He attentively shielded the man's head with his hand, then smiled while nodding and bowing.
He softly spoke to himself
The phone rang, and the man answered it while walking forward. Wang Zhi quickly crossed the street, following him from a distance.
X your mother, Wang Fatty, X your mother, dead bird person, I X your whole family ... ... '' He muttered while crying and cursing, seemingly forgetting to stand up at all
He seemed to have caught a chill, suddenly squatting by the roadside to vomit. Wang Zhi frowned, passed by him, and then stopped a short distance away, lighting a cigarette while waiting for him.
Should he really be killed
The path to saving the world indeed can only be taken step by step
The sweet liquid soaked Wang Zhi's throat, and he remained motionless in that position until he had drawn the last drop of blood into his mouth, at which point he let out a heartfelt sigh
What concerns remain, and what is there to fear?
22 minutes is sufficient, the only goal now is to strengthen until bullets can be ignored. Wang Zhi replied again, and thus he no longer spoke
He vomited painfully, and when he finally managed to empty his stomach, he stood up unsteadily. After taking just a couple of steps, he suddenly slipped and fell onto the curb.
He carefully stuffed the corpse behind the solar panel and then leaped towards the adjacent building. After several jumps, he had already distanced himself far from the burial site
Just as he was idly admiring the passing street scenery, a familiar figure flashed by the corner of his eye
Coincidentally, the textile factory eventually went bankrupt, and after multiple transactions of the land, it was developed into real estate, ultimately resulting in the construction of the community where he resides.
He witnessed how those thieves coerced children under 14 into stealing, what those illegal workshops used to prepare food, how drug dealers led people down a path of no return, ... the pimps at the bathhouses shamelessly soliciting customers on the streets, while the police and the industrial and commercial authorities naturally accepted bribes to provide protection
This world has already fallen into decay
He feels very well