Chapter 1082: Chapter 1097: Director Liu Bids Farewell

"What’s wrong? Can’t do it?" Lin Mu asked.

"It’s not that it’s impossible, it’s just that Minister Xu might be in a meeting or resting. It might be better to call his secretary first." Liu Yiwei said.

"No need, that’s too much trouble." Lin Mu waved his hand, pulled out his phone, and searched for a number he hadn’t called in a long time, muttering under his breath, "Haven’t called in ages, wonder if he still uses this number!"

Actually, Lin Mu wasn’t bragging; he really did have connections with Minister Xu, and they regarded each other as brothers. Their relationship started with the old man; originally, Xu Jie was just a member of the Divine Wind Special Forces, a subordinate of Elder Lin, one of his many disciples. So strictly speaking, Xu Jie was Lin Mu’s senior fellow apprentice, and Lin Mu was Elder Lin’s only grandson, so Xu Jie’s attitude toward Lin Mu was naturally close and protective.

The call went through, and soon there was a hearty laugh from the other end.

"Brother, what made you think of calling me?"

"Hey, Senior Brother, how’s your health lately? Is work going smoothly?" Lin Mu chuckled.

"Not bad! So, are you in some sort of trouble?" Xu Jie’s military straightforwardness showed through.

"Actually, I am in a bit of a jam and need your help, Senior Brother!"

"What’s going on? Would you have forgotten your senior brother if nothing happened?" Xu Jie spoke with a hint of rebuke, since Lin Mu hadn’t contacted him in ages.

"Haha, no way I’d forget you, Senior Brother. But I am indeed in a bit of trouble and need your help!" Lin Mu said.

"Oh, really? Is there anything the Wolf Fang Soldier King can’t resolve?" Xu Jie laughed.

"Well, actually, I can handle it, but it’s too exhausting, so it’d be better if you stepped in."

"Just tell me what’s going on."

"Actually, it’s not a big deal. I have someone here who wants to talk to you." Lin Mu glanced at Liu Yiwei and said.

At this time, Liu Yiwei’s expression changed. He could already tell that Lin Mu truly knew Minister Xu, and their relationship was unusual. Liu Yiwei was a clever man; even without hearing what Minister Xu said, Lin Mu’s tone clearly showed their close relationship.

"Who is it?" Minister Xu asked.

"You’ll definitely know this person, Senior Brother. I’ll hand him the phone to let him talk to you." Lin Mu chuckled.

"Sure, let him take the call." Xu Jie said.

"Here." Lin Mu handed the phone to Liu Yiwei.

Liu Yiwei hesitated for a moment, then quickly took the phone from Lin Mu, speaking with a respectful tone, "Hello, Minister Xu, I’m Director Liu Yiwei from Haidian District."

"Director Liu, right? What’s the matter?" Minister Xu asked.

"Just a little misunderstanding, um, by the way, could I ask about your relationship with Mr. Lin?" Liu Yiwei probed cautiously; given his position, he naturally dared not question Minister Xu, so his tone was very respectful.

"With him? We’re brothers, good friends." Minister Xu said, but quickly realized, "Did this kid get into some trouble and decided to draw me in to help out?"

"No, not at all." Liu Yiwei quickly smoothed things over, "Just a slight misunderstanding. He mentioned knowing you, Minister Xu, so I just wanted to confirm, thus the call."

"Oh, it’s just that? Well, he’s telling the truth; I understand him well. Young people can be quite headstrong; if he made a mistake, just give me some face and let it go if possible. Honestly, I can’t really handle him." Minister Xu said empathetically.

Upon hearing Minister Xu’s words, Liu Yiwei was speechless; even the head of the public security system couldn’t handle him, making Lin Mu seem quite extraordinary. As a small director, Liu Yiwei definitely couldn’t manage him either; recalling how Lin Mu dared cause trouble at the station this morning, it now seemed less shocking.

"I understand, Minister Xu." Liu Yiwei quickly responded.

"Alright, if there’s nothing else, pass the phone back to him; I need a few words." Xu Jie instructed Liu Yiwei.

"Yes, Minister Xu." Liu Yiwei replied promptly, handing the phone back to Lin Mu.

Lin Mu took the phone, assuming a laid-back attitude, "Hey, Senior Brother."

"You rascal, did you get into trouble again?"

"Senior Brother, you know my temper and style. I never back down, and I don’t tolerate injustice!"

"Yeah, I know. Aren’t you supposed to be in Wancheng? How did you end up in Beijing?" Minister Xu asked.

"Helping the old man with something, so I have to stay for a few days." Lin Mu smiled.

"You’re not being fair; you came to Beijing without telling me, completely disregarding your senior brother?" Xu Jie feigned anger.

Lin Mu chuckled, "Hey, Senior Brother, don’t say that. You’re the esteemed leader of the Imperial Guard here in Beijing. How could you have time to chat with someone like me? I was just worried you’d be too busy, didn’t want to disturb you. Planned to call for a drink when you had time."

"Forget planning; how about now?" Xu Jie readily suggested.

"Senior Brother, aren’t you usually a workaholic? Changing it up?" Lin Mu joked casually.

"Busy! But no matter how busy, I must find some time to meet you. We haven’t seen each other in ages!" Xu Jie chuckled. "Alright, come over; let’s not go to a five-star hotel. Just come to our unit’s guesthouse, have a casual drink."

"Oh, great! If you’re busy, I’ll come find you." Lin Mu was delighted. This Beijing visit had been rushed; no friends to entertain him. Fortunately, running into Senior Brother meant Lin Mu could enjoy being a VIP guest. Being a guest of the public security minister was a big deal, with top-grade cigarettes and liquor—a big deal!

"Okay, see you later. Wait at Director Liu’s place; I’ll come pick you up."

"Alright, see you soon." Lin Mu agreed and hung up.

Sitting opposite, Liu Yiwei had been watching Lin Mu; everything that happened today was too surprising for him. Of course, his opinion of Lin Mu had undergone a dramatic change, thinking about Minister Xu’s brotherly association with him was staggering for Liu Yiwei.

Lin Mu pocketed his phone, glancing at the stunned Liu Yiwei, then said, "Later I’m going to have a drink with Minister Xu. If there’s nothing else, I can leave, right?"

Liu Yiwei dared not keep him and quickly nodded, "Yes, yes, a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding. Really sorry..."

"No worries." Lin Mu graciously waved his hand, not bothered by it, then got up and headed out.