Huang Family Head was suffering in silence. Even if he were an idiot, he wouldn't actually point those people out. He had already offended the military, and he didn't dare imagine the consequences of offending other families.

"Huang Family Head," General Chen's voice cut through, "Who are these people you're talking about?" General Chen's expression was serious, carrying the imposing manner of a soldier.

"I… I'm sorry, I misspoke." Huang Family Head understood the principle that the situation was stronger than the person. He was clearly being abandoned now. Not only were Commissioner Lin and the others targeting him, but other families couldn't wait to distance themselves from him.

"Turning against us at the last minute, that such a thing could happen here truly pains me," General Chen said, looking at the others. Those who were swept by his gaze couldn't help but guiltily avoid his eyes. "In light of the Huang family's actions, I propose isolating the Huang Family Head for investigation. I am willing to believe in the Huang Family Head's loyalty and that the matter will soon be clarified."

General Chen slowly sat down, his tone softening slightly. "This is just my suggestion. Now, I ask everyone to raise their hands to vote."

At this moment, someone below couldn't hold back any longer. He didn't care about the Huang family, but the rhythm of today's meeting couldn't be led by Commissioner Lin and the others. "I object…"

Before he could finish speaking, the door to the meeting room was pushed open. A delicate-looking man walked in, dressed in flowing ancient garb. If it weren't for the murderous aura in his eyes, he would truly resemble a nobleman from ancient times.

Although ancient noble sons also had the habit of wearing swords, most of them were just for show, but the two short swords hanging at this man's waist were genuine weapons. Even from this distance, a chill spread across the room.

Chen Ran simply stood there, not needing to do anything. The people below were as well-behaved as little chicks. Not long ago, a team of Night Watchmen that ambushed the headquarters was chased down by Chen Ran alone. Including the team leader, the adjudicator, only three and a half people escaped.

The appearance of this killing god here already demonstrated the military's attitude.

"Why are you here?" Lin Wan'er asked, frowning as if surprised.

"I came to the wrong door," Chen Ran said.

"Oh, that's perfect. I have some odd jobs for you." Lin Wan'er tidied up the documents in her hand and casually pushed them along the table. However, the distance was not enough, and they stopped about 1 meter away from Chen Ran, right in front of a man, the same man who had just been clamoring in opposition.

The man's face changed. Not daring to wait for Chen Ran to come over and take them himself, the man immediately picked up the documents, bowed slightly, and handed them to Chen Ran with both hands. Before he could speak, he saw a hand reach out. "You're welcome." Chen Ran very naturally took the documents.

The man immediately replied, "Thank you!"

Those present felt that something was strange, but they couldn't quite put their finger on what it was, because everything had proceeded so smoothly.

General Chen repeated what he had said before, clasping his hands together and placing them on the table. "Regarding the handling of the Huang Family Head, who is in favor, and who is opposed?"

"I'm in favor!"

"In favor!"

"I… I'm also in favor!"

Seeing everyone unanimously in favor, Lin Wan'er nodded with satisfaction. General Chen also revealed a considerate smile at the right time, nodding and saying, "It seems that justice resides in the hearts of the people. I will truthfully convey everyone's sincerity to the higher-ups."

Huang Family Head looked like he was facing death, but as the one being voted on, he didn't dare to make a sound, a bellyful of fire stifled in his heart.

Suddenly, someone knocked him on the head with a rolled-up notebook, in a very disrespectful manner. Huang Family Head tremblingly turned his head and met Chen Ran's eyes.

"Why aren't you talking?" Chen Ran asked.

"I… What should I say…"

"The content of the vote." Chen Ran placed the rolled-up documents on the table. Now, the hand he freed up could grab the short sword at his waist, although he hadn't done so yet. "Do you have any questions about the Commissioner's vote?"

Huang Family Head's face flushed red. This was simply bullying him to the extreme, voting to deal with him and then asking if he had any questions. The more Huang Family Head thought about it, the angrier he became. Finally, he couldn't bear it any longer and said in a low voice, "No questions. I'm in favor."

"Then remember to raise your hand next time," Chen Ran said, tilting his head to instruct.

"Okay, okay."

Soon, the dealt-with Huang Family Head was taken away from the meeting. However, to his surprise, they didn't make things difficult for him, but directly let him take the car he came in to return to his villa in the suburbs.

He was just not allowed to leave the house, which amounted to being under house arrest, waiting for the subsequent investigation results.

Getting into his own car, Huang Family Head's temper suddenly flared up. While instructing the driver to drive home, his mind was filled with stormy seas. He was still the head of the Huang family. Even back then, the Night Watchmen had to give him some face. Today, he was actually… actually humiliated in front of so many people. How could he swallow this anger?

Most importantly, after this incident, the nation's impression of him would be greatly reduced. Even if he really brought down the Night Watchmen in the future, he wouldn't have a good outcome.

Since that was the case, he might as well bet on the Night Watchmen. Although the Night Watchmen were also lunatics, it was better than waiting to die like this.

He had had similar plans a long time ago, but because the situation of the war was unclear, he had always been wavering.

"Very good." Huang Family Head's eyes were cold. "You forced me to do this!"

Enraged, Huang Family Head rummaged through the car and found a specially encrypted phone. He sent a message to his son at home. The message looked ordinary, but it was actually a code word.

Changing sides should be done sooner rather than later. He had many classified documents that the Night Watchmen were interested in, all of which he had secretly kept, just in case. Only he and his son knew the location.

"Drive faster!" Huang Family Head shouted at the driver, "Don't take the road we came from. Turn right and take Huangshan Road."

But after looking down at the phone for a while, when Huang Family Head looked up, he inadvertently glanced out the window and frowned. The next second, he roared, "You idiot, I told you to take Huangshan Road. Why are you…"

Unexpectedly, the driver said indifferently, "Mr. Huang, don't rush me. I'll send you on your way soon."

Huang Family Head was stunned. He was unfamiliar with this voice. The person driving was not his driver, but why… why did he look exactly like his driver?

The driver slowly reached out and opened the glove compartment, taking out a cowboy hat and putting it on his head. The appearance was strange and ridiculous.

"Who exactly are you?" Huang Family Head, as someone who had seen the world, quickly calmed down. He realized that only one person had come, and there were no cars following him in front or behind. This road was very remote, leading out of the city.

If it was just one person, then he had a chance to counterattack.