The heated discussion on social media and on the streets did not subside as night fell, but intensified as time went by.
Xia Ye's name is like a powerful magnetic field, attracting everyone's attention.
"Xia Ye is so amazing!" someone exclaimed on the Internet. "The kidnapping of my daughter actually caused the entire city of Suzhou to take action. Look at the police, firefighters, and garrison policemen...all dispatched! This is amazing. Not something ordinary people can do.”
"Yes, Mr. Xia's influence is indeed extraordinary."
Another person echoed, "I heard that even the provincial department is paying attention to this case, which is really rare."
At the same time, some discussions about Xia Ye and Taiji Pharmaceutical Group are gradually heating up.
People recalled how Taiji Pharmaceutical's drugs saved countless lives at critical moments, and lamented that Xia Ye was not only a successful businessman, but also an entrepreneur with a conscience.
"I have used Taiji Pharmaceutical's medicine, and it is really effective!" A netizen shared his experience, "The time I got sick, I only recovered after taking their medicine. Mr. Xia is not only good at business, but also a good conscience medicine!"
"That's right! Tai Chi Pharmaceutical is the pride of our Suzhou!" Another person praised.
These positive voices spread quickly on the Internet and formed a powerful force of public opinion.
More and more people began to join the team praying for Qiqi.
They expressed their respect for Xia Ye and concern for Qiqi in their own way.
However, some people are shocked, even disturbed, by Xia Ye's energy.
They were discussing privately how Xia Ye could mobilize so many resources and connections to find someone in a short period of time.
It is speculated whether there is a deeper political and economic struggle hidden behind this.
"Xia Ye has used so many connections to find someone this time. She must be well prepared."
Someone said sourly, "You can tell by the speed of media reports. This is definitely not something ordinary entrepreneurs can do."
"Yes, yes, Mr. Xia is really terrible." Another person echoed, "I don't know what impact this incident will have on his company."
Despite these discordant voices, overall, most people still maintain respect and trust in Xia Ye.
They believe that Xia Ye can find Qiqi as soon as possible, bring the murderer to justice, and restore justice and peace to Gusu City.
In a dark and damp abandoned warehouse, Qiqi was roughly tied to an old chair.
Her eyes were covered with black cloth, and the gangsters' fierce curses and vicious threats could be heard from time to time in her ears.
"Little girl, don't cry! If you cry again, I will kill you!"
A gangster threatened fiercely, his face full of ferocity and bloodlust.
Qiqi's body was shaking constantly, her little face was pale and colorless, and her lips were already bleeding from her bite.
She tried hard to hold back her tears, but fear and helplessness still made her let out weak sobs from time to time.
"You bastards! Let me go! My dad won't let you go!"
Qiqi mustered up the courage to shout, but her voice was trembling due to excessive fear.
She is indeed a little adult at ordinary times!
But when faced with such danger, I was still frightened to death!
One of the gangsters, a tall man with a thick face, grinned and took out a mobile phone from his pocket.
The phone screen flashed a blue light in the dim light, reflecting his hateful face.
His fingers were tapping rapidly on the screen, making a clicking sound, which was particularly harsh in the silent warehouse.
He edited the text message, and the content was short and sharp:
“Mr.
Every word is like an evil ghost crawling out of hell, lunging at Xia Ye with fangs and claws.
However, before sending it, the gangster was in no hurry to take action.
He raised his head and glanced at his accomplices, a proud smile on his face.
They specially found a master hacker to manipulate the phone to ensure that the city bureau could not trace the source of this information.
This hacker was hired by their boss at a huge cost, and his skills were staggering.
With his help, they believe that this text message is like an untraceable ghost bullet, silently shooting into the heart of Xia Ye.
As the text message was sent, the gangsters looked at each other and smiled, as if they had seen the dawn of victory.
They knew how Xia Ye would react after receiving this text message, but they didn't care.
For them, the most important thing is money. It depends on whether Xia Ye dares to come to this life-or-death appointment.
…
That afternoon, Xia Ye was invited to the command center of the city bureau.
As soon as he walked into the gate of the command center, he saw Jing Tao and the leaders of various departments waiting there.
"Mr. Xia Ye, you are here." Jing Tao stepped forward, held Xia Ye's hand, and said in a heavy tone, "We will do our best to find Qiqi, don't worry."
Xia Ye forced out a smile and looked at Jing Tao gratefully: "Thank you, I know you have tried your best."
“Mr. "
Xia Ye nodded, but her heart was filled with anxiety and uneasiness.
He knew that these words of comfort could not relieve the burden in his heart;
But he nodded gratefully.
"Mr. Xia Ye, please sit down for a moment. We will report the latest progress to you immediately."
Jing Tao led Xia Ye to sit on the sofa nearby, and then turned to the policeman next to him.
"Tell Mr. Xia the latest situation."
A policeman stepped forward, holding a report.
"Mr. Xia, we have investigated all surveillance videos and are currently investigating suspicious persons. At the same time, we have also dispatched police dogs and helicopters to search."
Xia Ye listened to the police report, but her heart was in chaos.
He knew that these tasks were necessary, but he still couldn't suppress the anxiety and fear in his heart.
He kept telling himself to be calm and strong, but the pain in his heart surged like a tidal wave.
His heart was filled with anxiety and uneasiness, and every second seemed to be suffering.
Xia Ye kept looking at her watch, and time seemed to have stopped at this moment.
He was anxiously waiting for news about Qiqi, hoping to know her whereabouts as soon as possible.
Whenever the phone rings or a police officer walks into the command center, his heart beats a little faster, expecting to hear good news about Qiqi.
Just then, the vibration of the phone broke the silence around him.
Xia Ye quickly took out her phone and saw a text message from an unknown number displayed on the screen.
His fingers trembled as he opened the text message, and his pupils shrank instantly.
The content of the text message was short and cold: "Xia Ye, your daughter is in our hands. We have prepared 100 million to trade with us. You are the only one allowed to come, otherwise we will break up the vote!"
