The beautiful CEO falls in love with me

The crowd of onlookers on the street was massive. Zhang Yantong immediately directed the police to set up a cordon. The scene was chaotic; the driver was pinned to the ground by several riot police, a boot pressing on his forehead, and two officers forcefully restraining his back with their knees. The poor driver was harshly clamped down by three policemen, handcuffed, unable to move an inch. Three officers, looking formidable. At this point, TV media reporters had already arrived, their cameras furiously snapping away at the impressive police.

The ambulance screamed into view and Ye Chen was quickly hoisted onto a stretcher by several nurses and whisked away. The media focused on capturing the police in action, and nobody noticed Ye Chen's significant role in the intense chase.

Meanwhile, the fallen policewoman sat dazedly on the ground. For a split second, her mind flashed like lightning, then plunged into a void. Gunshots—she almost saw the trajectory of the bullets, nearly thought she'd be hit, but unexpectedly, a man had tackled her. What shocked her even more was that her first kiss had been given away so inexplicably.

"Xiao Qin, are you okay?" Zhang Yantong pulled the daydreaming Fang Qin up from the ground. She embraced her gently, patted her back, and said, "It's alright now, be careful in the future!"

"Understood, Captain Zhang!" Fang Qin nodded. Watching the speeding ambulance disappearing into the distance, she lightly bit her red lips, a complex look flashing in her eyes. She dusted off her clothes, organized her disheveled appearance, and led the pitiful driver to the police car.

Gun malfunction, street shootout!

The media in Jianghuai City went into a frenzy, broadcasting the incident at lightning speed. For a city too long at peace, an occasional shootout was explosive news, and such phrases rapidly caught the eyes of the people of Jianghuai City.

Elsewhere, a black Chrysler MPV raced madly toward South Gate Pedestrian Street. The driver was a black-clad strongman with a scar on his face, wearing sunglasses. Riding shotgun was Tianya Group's Li Ruo's assistant, Lin Ziwen. Her expression was one of urgency, while the driver was the Security Department's team leader. Two black-clad bodyguards sat in the back.

This situation was a complete surprise; they hadn't expected Mr. Li to slip away for a casual stroll, let alone encounter gunfire! Their hearts were filled with anxiety, like ants on a hot pan.

"Captain Cao, hurry up!" implored Assistant Lin, grasping the car door, ready to leap out the moment they arrived.

"Assistant Lin, the roads are crowded!" Captain Cao was also deeply anxious, gripping the steering wheel tightly.

"If anything happens to Mr. Li, I'll skin you all alive!" Assistant Lin roared angrily.

The bodyguards in the backseat hung their heads. Who could have known Mr. Li would slip out to shop on his own? Had they known, they would have insisted on accompanying him, even if they had to tail him discreetly.

The MPV quickly arrived at the Louis Vuitton store entrance.

"Mr. Li!" Assistant Lin instantly spotted the crouched figure of Li Ruo at the storefront.

By then, Li Ruo was utterly drained, having just experienced that split second, unknown to anyone that the assassin was after her, seemingly enduring an entire cycle of rebirth in that moment.

"Ziwen, you... you've arrived?" Li Ruo looked up, smiling weakly at Lin Ziwen.

The three bodyguards quickly fortified their surroundings, hands slipping into their suit jackets, ears equipped with low-frequency communicators, eyes scanning sharply around. These were professional bodyguards, each licensed to carry firearms. Should the employer face danger, their first instinct was to shoot in defense.

"Mr. Li, are you alright?" Lin Ziwen rushed to support Li Ruo.

"I'm fine!" Li Ruo shook her head, feeling reassured by the familiar faces.

A police car arrived shortly after.

Zhang Yantong, accompanied by two male officers, alighted from the vehicle and, with great courtesy, presented her badge to Mr. Li.

"Mr. Li, we've apprehended the suspects. Please accompany us to the police station to assist with the investigation!" Zhang Yantong's approach was extremely polite, acknowledging Li Ruo's status and standing in Jianghuai City.

"That won't be necessary, Mr. Li is shaken up, our lawyer will go!" Assistant Lin glanced at Zhang Yantong and helped Li Ruo into the MPV.

The bodyguards quickly got into the vehicle. The MPV was spacious, with Captain Cao driving, one bodyguard in the passenger seat, and Lin Ziwen, Li Ruo, and the other bodyguard in the back row. The vehicle quickly disappeared from South Gate Pedestrian Street.

"Captain Zhang!" one male officer gritted his teeth, spat angrily in the direction the MPV had vanished, cursing, "Some people are so high and mighty with their wealth, driving a big MPV around like they own the place!"

"Heh, they're likely just startled," Zhang Yantong commented with a light laugh, pocketing her badge.

The setting sun's afterglow, the once fierce heatwave slowly subsiding — after all, it was a coastal city, warm in winter, cool in summer. The sunset's glow fell upon Zhang Yantong's elegant and beautiful face. A strand of beautiful black hair fluttered in the wind, crescent eyebrows arching like willow leaves, her eyes sparkling like stars or bright moons, her delicate nose over blushing cheeks, her petite rosy lips shy and alluring. Her complexion was clear and radiant as ice and jade, her figure slender and graceful, serene as a lone orchid in its natural state.

The two male officers beside her were spellbound. Although they all worked at the same department, real interactions were rare. They were well aware of Zhang Yantong's beauty — the Sherlock Holmes of Jianghuai City Police Department, renowned as the city's famous "police flower."

Zhang Yantong was an idol to all officers at the Jianghuai City Police Department. With doctorates in both criminal psychology and trace science, she was a contemporary female Sherlock Holmes. No matter how unusual the cases, as long as she was involved, she never failed...

However, today, she seemed to have met her match with Li Ruo.

"Captain Zhang, let's head back," said the male officer, looking away, harboring a consolation of unspoken yearning for Zhang Yantong, but never daring to boldly express it.

"Mhm!" Zhang Yantong nodded.

The police car immediately rushed back.

At night, during prime time, all the citizens were at home enjoying An Lun's joy, families sat in front of the television with laughter and cheer.

The television media broadcast about the daytime gunfight and the intense chase, with the host speaking solemnly and sternly, "The situation at the scene is as follows: one person was dragged out of the vehicle and crushed to death, another was beaten into critical injury. It's good to be brave for a just cause, but we advise viewers in front of the TV that acting bravely must have its limits..."

The attitude of the television media was completely opposite to what many had imagined. The heroes who were chasing the criminals instantly became suspects of manslaughter, and were facing the danger of being charged.

In the Tianya Group, inside Li Ruo's office.

"How could this happen?" Li Ruo was stupefied as she watched the news.

The figure from the afternoon, she hadn't seen clearly because the situation had suddenly turned chaotic, and she was too scared to be conscious of her surroundings. However, she was certain that someone had jumped out from the shadows to pursue the criminal. At that critical moment, the person had nearly vanished in the blink of an eye. So, she only saw a back that was familiar yet strange.

Li Ruo hurriedly picked up the cordless phone on her desk and dialed a string of numbers.

"Director Liu! This is Li Ruo, what on earth is going on? Wasn't that person from this afternoon apprehending a criminal? How did he suddenly become a manslaughter suspect?" Li Ruo asked question after question.

"Mr. Li, actually, this situation is quite unexpected for us too!" Director Liu's voice came through the phone.

"What exactly happened?" Li Ruo asked urgently.

"I can't clear it up either. Things suddenly changed. This morning, the City Committee Propaganda Department came and told us to halt the positive publicity. The characterization of this incident has to align with the unified stance of the Propaganda Department," Director Liu sighed and said, "Mr. Li, we also have to consider the attitude of those above us!"

"So, what exactly is the attitude of those above?" Li Ruo pressed on, her grip on the phone involuntarily getting stronger.

"Recently, the city's image has been on a continuous decline, and moreover, such an incident has occurred. The title of 'model city for the next term' might very well change hands. Thus, the City Government decided to set an example, hoping to eliminate the negative impact and promote the fearless spirit of our city's police!" Director Liu finished in one breath.

"What about the hero who assisted the police in saving lives?"

"The authorities didn't say much, it's presumed that the least he'll face is manslaughter, likely a prison sentence!" Director Liu sighed.

"Alright, I understand, thank you. Let's have a meal together next time!" Li Ruo nodded.

After hanging up the phone. She pondered for a moment, then grabbed the phone again: "Ziwen, this is Li Ruo, help me get in touch with the best lawyer in Jianghuai, yes, the very best. Contact them immediately!"

...

The following day.

The incident of Ye Chen quickly saving lives with his vehicle suddenly caused a massive uproar on the internet. The story of the heroic act swiftly spread across the web, with some claiming that the actions of the speeding hero were correct. In such moments, in such a place, such decisions were the right thing to do. It was an act akin to drawing a sword in aid when witnessing injustice, and the majority of young people agreed with such behavior.

Of course, 'experts' and 'professors' naturally stood up, seriously analyzing the situation. Citing classics and spitting fervor, in their mouths, the speeding hero was nothing but a reckless fellow. He had no law enforcement rights whatsoever. According to our country's laws, any suspect must be presumed innocent until proven guilty by the judicial authorities and is entitled to full human rights and judicial protection.

Then, an online user with the pseudonym 'Mei Chuannei Kool' emerged, posting a thread titled 'So-called Hero, Just a Robber's Act!' From the content of the post, it was not hard to discern that this person was the fashionable youth whose Merida bicycle Ye Chen had commandeered. This guy was full of rants: How painful it is to finally have a relaxing weekend, am I right?! Even getting my bike stolen by someone, how unbearable! What so-called speeding hero?! It's nothing but a robbery, seriously! He totally could have called the police, seriously! ...

A surge of ranting instantly attracted a large crowd of netizens unaware of the truth.

Everyone expressed sympathy for 'Mei Chuannei Kool's tragic story, thus a fierce online verbal battle erupted, seemingly escalating more and more.

...

In the hospital, Ye Chen had the bullet removed from his back. Due to his sturdy physique, there were no major complications, and he was placed in a standard ward to recover and be observed. Waking up early in the morning, Ye Chen pulled out all his IV drips, jumped straight out of bed, shed his hospital gown, and put on his deep black security uniform, albeit with a large tear at the knee.

"Ah, how am I going to explain this!" Ye Chen felt dejected. He walked straight out of the ward.

The nurse sisters didn't recognize individual patients; they only recognized the beds and the hospital gowns. To them, Ye Chen, in his security uniform, was just a visiting family member. They still held sunflower seeds, ate fruit, lively discussing the speeding hero broadcast on television.

"Did you hear? That hero is right here in our hospital!"

"Really? Shall we go have a look?"

"What's there to look at, heroes also have just two eyes and two nostrils."

"Tsk, what you don't know is that the guy is pretty handsome; just don't know if he has a boyfriend!"

A group of nurses whispered among themselves as Ye Chen passed by the nurse's station, sighing as he heard their discussions and shrugged his shoulders before walking out of the hospital.