This young man, who is he? What could make the station chief so happy?
The young police officer watched Director Yu’s hurried back, his heart filled with curiosity.
Could the reinforcements from higher up be a squad of fully armed special forces? Or renowned zoologists?
Director Yu and Village Chief Fang speculated, walking quickly towards the hall.
But upon seeing Bai Ye, dressed in a hoodie and wearing a mask, standing alone, their joyful expressions clearly faltered. They peered outside, only to confirm it was indeed just him!
What was going on?
Director Yu, almost disbelievingly, asked, "Are you Mr. Bai?"
"It's me."
Bai Ye replied calmly, seeing the doubtful and disappointed looks on Director Yu and Village Chief Fang’s faces.
Director Yu frowned slightly. The information from his superiors stated that a person named Bai would be arriving, and he had assumed this Mr. Bai was a captain from the military.
Village Chief Fang couldn’t help but scrutinize Bai Ye, his disappointment evident, mixed with a hint of anxiety.
This young man should only be in his early twenties, right?
He doesn’t look like a soldier either!
Higher-ups only sent him to catch that terrifying monster??
What kind of arrangement is this? What if this young man is just going to sacrifice himself for nothing here!
The two exchanged glances, a chill running down their spines.
The police officer beside them observed silently, his mind full of questions seeing this scene.
What’s happening now?
Bai Ye chuckled, "It seems you two don't quite believe me?"
"Cough~"
Director Yu coughed lightly and shook his head, "No, no, Mr. Bai, please come in."
Regardless, Bai Ye was sent by his superiors. Director Yu felt it was necessary to follow protocol, explain the situation clearly, and let him assess it himself.
The three returned to the director's office.
After Director Yu closed the door, before any pleasantries could be exchanged, Bai Ye put down his hat and removed his mask.
Gazing at Bai Ye, Director Yu and Village Chief Fang thoughtfully pondered for a moment, then their eyes widened in astonishment.
They both exclaimed simultaneously:
"You... you're that magician, Ye???"
"Aren't you that magician, the one on Douyin!!!"
!!!
It was clear they both recognized Bai Ye from news reports or Douyin.
Simultaneously, the first thought that flashed through their minds was:
Hiring a magician to catch a wild beast??? What are they doing???
Wait a minute...
But then their eyes narrowed, and their emotions stirred slightly.
They recalled the videos of Bai Ye subduing Goudan, taming the big black snake to save Little Rice Ball, and teasing various small animals in the mountains...
This magician seems to be quite something!
Bai Ye said, "Although I am a magician, I do have some experience in catching animals. Moreover, my pet dog, Goudan, has a very keen sense of smell, which should be helpful in finding the beast that has been plaguing your village. That's why the police have entrusted me to help."
"Understood! Understood!"
Director Yu nodded repeatedly, introducing Bai Ye to the person beside him, "This is Fang Yongfeng, the village chief of Changxing Village. Old Fang, you explain the village's situation to Mr. Bai in detail."
"Alright!"
Village Chief Fang also nodded excitedly, recounting the specific situation of the village to Bai Ye.
In the past month, Changxing Village had lost 61 cows and 130 sheep. The cumulative economic loss was approximately 1.1 million yuan!
"Mr. Bai, what we worry about most is that one day it might target our villagers! The consequences would be unimaginable!"
"If it can easily kill and carry away our cows, wouldn't it be a simple matter if it attacked people?"
Village Chief Fang said with great worry.
Bai Ye nodded and continued to ask, "Have you seen the wild beast?"
Director Yu quickly stood up, went to the desk, opened his computer, and turned the screen outwards.
"This is the video captured by the cameras we installed in Changxing Village. However, resources are limited, and we can't monitor everything."
On the computer, a night video appeared. The perspective was quite wide, but very blurry. Changxing Village’s pastures spanned twenty to thirty kilometers, and they were far from the village. Power supply was an issue, making comprehensive surveillance impossible.
"It's coming out!"
The three stared at the screen. Director Yu whispered a reminder.
In the corner of the screen, a black figure rapidly darted past. Its size was similar to an adult tiger, but its build was not as robust as a tiger's; instead, it possessed a fluid, agile feel, and its fur was pitch black.
Bai Ye squinted slightly, the image of Goudan flashing in his mind, and a slight smile curved his lips.
As long as it’s not a bizarre monster like the Red Fur Monster, it should be manageable!
"Mr. Bai!!! Did you figure out what it is?"
Seeing Bai Ye's expression, Village Chief Fang asked excitedly.
Bai Ye shook his head slightly, "I can't be sure yet, but I can confirm that this is not some monster. It's a wild beast that has come out of the mountains and forests, possibly a leopard or a wolf."
"A leopard? A wolf?"
Village Chief Fang asked doubtfully, "But what leopard or wolf could kill and drag away so many cows and sheep in a single night?"
Bai Ye smiled, "One might not be able to, but what if it's a pack?"
"A pack!!!"
This terrifying wild beast comes in a pack?
Director Yu and Village Chief Fang looked utterly astonished and a little frightened. Fortunately, they hadn’t encountered them head-on, otherwise, who knows how many people would have died!!!
"Let's go! Let's go and have a look at your village."
"Alright! Alright!"
[There is one more chapter, it will be later. Everyone please get some rest for better learning or work tomorrow.]