After listening to Sophia's report, Xiao Zheng's mood suddenly sank to the bottom.
How many Chinese officials died on the spot
"Has the death list come out?" Xiao Zheng suddenly stood up, his face extremely gloomy.
Sophia's rather deep voice came over the phone: "They are all classified as national security secrets. So far I only know that the relevant departments in New York are all involved. Negotiations are ongoing with senior officials of the embassy in the United States."
A cold light flashed in Xiao Zheng's eyes, and a grim look appeared on the corner of his lips: "Don't follow up on this matter anymore."
Sophia became a little anxious when she heard this: "I have some connections in the government and can help you coordinate."
"Coordination? No need." Xiao Zheng narrowed his eyes slightly, his voice cold and chilly. "I'm afraid if you continue to get involved, someone will label you as treason!"
After saying these last words, Xiao Zheng hung up the phone, strode out of the hotel, and went straight to the New York Consulate.
Because China's economy is booming, its global status has also been significantly improved, and it has attracted great attention. Therefore, even New York taxi drivers know the location of the New York Consulate very well. Xiao Zheng gave the address and the driver walked away.
"damn it!"
The black driver patted the reverse wheel and said in annoyance: "Normally there is no such traffic jam here. Today is really unlucky!"
Xiao Zheng glanced at the endless motorcade outside the window, pursed his lips and asked, "How far is it?"
"The journey is not far, almost five kilometers." The black driver said with relief. "After waiting for this red light, I'll take a few detours and get there in ten minutes at most."
Xiao Zheng shook his head and paid the black driver a hundred dollars for the fare without asking for change. After asking the black driver how to walk the fastest, he opened the door and got out of the car.
The traffic flow in this area exceeded the driver's expectations. According to Xiao Zheng, the reason is simple. New York authorities controlled traffic in the nearby area and even temporarily extended traffic light hours. The main purpose is to facilitate the arrival of vehicles from relevant departments as scheduled.
If a shooting occurred in the consulate, the Chinese authorities would be furious. New York must also go all out and do everything possible to appease this matter. So the necessary gestures must be done. As for whether the instigator can be found out, it depends on the reasons of the initiator of this matter.
Xiao Zheng walked quickly to the consulate and arrived at the gate of the consulate about twenty minutes later.
From the outside, there is nothing unusual about the consulate. Except for two guards standing guard with guns, nothing unusual could be seen.
However, Xiao Zheng, who approached the consulate, quickly noticed that men in straight suits shuttled back and forth near the gate from time to time, apparently strictly controlling the entry and exit of the consulate.
"stop."
A guard stopped Xiao Zheng and asked with cold and sharp eyes: "This is the consulate. No one is allowed to enter."
Normally, the guard might have questioned him, but his attitude would have been friendly. But now, gunmen shot and killed leading officials in front of guards, and they are also under tremendous pressure. It's hard to avoid being tough and mean at work.
"I am Chinese." Xiao Zheng explained in smooth Chinese dialect. "Minister Gong is my old friend. Captain Jiang is my comrade-in-arms."
Three or two years ago, Xiao Zheng's words might not have any credibility. They may even be arrested as suspects. But after years of hard work, his upper-class temperament has emerged. No one can question it at all.
The two guards looked at each other, and the guard who stopped Xiao Zheng asked loudly: "What is your name?"
"Xiao Zheng." Xiao Zheng said with a smile.
"It turns out to be Mr. Xiao - no, I should call you General Xiao." The guard quickly showed a warm and sincere attitude.
A major general who is only twenty-nine years old. This is the only example in China. Although he has no real power position, he has no soldiers under his command. But Xiao Zheng's actions in the military department in recent years are still well known. And gained a very high reputation.
As soon as the two men heard that the other party was Xiao Zheng, they immediately gave way to the passage. One of them even took the initiative to invite Xiao Zheng into the consulate lobby. As he walked, he explained: "General Xiao. I'm very sorry just now. There is a situation at the consulate, so we have to be more cautious."
"I've heard all about it." Xiao Zheng nodded, not blaming the other party, but asked quickly. "Is Minister Gong okay?"
The guard glanced at Xiao Zheng in surprise. As expected of a high-level person, he received the news so quickly. No wonder Captain Jiang immediately informed the guards after the incident that if Xiao Zheng came to the door, he must be released as soon as possible.
"Minister Gong was shot. But it didn't hit his vitals, it was just a skin injury. The consulate's private doctor is already assisting in the treatment. He is resting on the top floor at the moment." The guard explained patiently and in detail.
"Where's Captain Jiang?" Xiao Zheng's heart suddenly crossed.
Even Minister Gong was injured
It seems that the information received by Sophia is not perfect enough. At least the person who provided her with information did not fully understand the situation at the consulate.
But it’s understandable. As the ambassador to the United States, Minister Gong fully represents China’s image and rights in the United States. Now that the ambassador to the United States has been shot and attacked, how dare the United States easily make the news public? Once it arouses public opinion, the diplomatic relations between the two countries will be greatly affected.
"Captain Jiang was not injured. When the shooting occurred, Captain Jiang was dispatching security guards. It only took a minute or two. Two gunmen attacked Minister Gong. One of them was shot dead on the spot, and the other was also heard. Captain Jiang came and arrested him. He is currently being held in the interrogation room." When the guard said this, he still couldn't help but feel frightened.
If Minister Gong died in this shooting, the world would be in chaos. Not only China and the United States will be involved in this matter, but other allies will definitely also react.
The consequences are really terrible!
Xiao and Zheng passed by a group of Western faces, raised their brows slightly, pursed their lips and asked, "Are they law enforcers from the relevant departments in New York?"
"Yeah. Yes." The guard nodded. "The mayor of New York has rushed to visit Minister Gong as soon as possible. The city police chief is also negotiating with Captain Jiang to find out the person behind the incident as soon as possible."
There was a look of solemnity on Xiao Zheng's eyebrows. He thought to himself: "Damn old beauty. The killer is most likely sent by you. Now he's pretending to be a good guy?"
Xiao Zheng had a gloomy face and was not in a hurry to disturb Minister Gong. After all, it was a high-level meeting, and it was not convenient for Xiao Zheng to intervene. However, Jiang Qing's negotiations were with him professionally and he was able to intervene.
boom!
As soon as the two of them arrived at Jiang Qing's office, they heard a roaring sound of banging on the table from inside the door.
Immediately afterwards, a rough and tough American pronunciation came out: "Captain Jiang, I am here to assist the consulate in solving the case. I am not a follower of your consulate. Please correct your attitude!"