I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping Chapter 2356 - 1495: The Woman on the Rooftop

Jiang Chen's hunger was so significant that his eating was quite vigorous, leading to a sudden choking spell. He promptly rose to get some water.

Princess Cao, who had been watching him with mild boredom, then got up. She assisted him by pouring a glass of water and presenting it to him.

Accepting the water, Jiang Chen was reminded of a passage he'd once read: "What we truly need isn't merely the opposite sex, but a soul capable of genuine communication. Someone with whom we share similar loves and hates, a unified vision and perspective, and a profound sense of peace that no one else can provide."

He couldn't quite recall the source of this profound quote.

"Gulp."

The simple purified water tasted unexpectedly sweet.

"Did you go for a check-up?"

Cao Jinse resumed her seat.

"A check-up for what?" Jiang Chen appeared genuinely puzzled.

"A physical examination," Cao Jinse clarified. She scrutinized him, adding, "Are you truly without any injuries? Aren't you supposed to be among the elite?"

"Our eliteness is relative to the opponent," Jiang Chen replied, picking up his chopsticks again after finishing his water.

"Can't you go a single day without bragging?"

"I never boast," he stated. Truthfully, compared to other men, the affluent Boss Jiang was remarkably down-to-earth. While the foreigners from the previous night were indeed skilled, the confrontation hadn't been a fair fight.

Ignoring his remark, Cao Jinse earnestly advised, "It's best to get a thorough medical evaluation. Many individuals seem unharmed after a severe accident, moving freely, yet their internal organs might be critically damaged."

Though he'd claimed to be unscathed, this was technically inaccurate. While no external wounds were apparent, Jiang Chen had discovered numerous bruises on his body when he showered earlier. However, bruises were merely superficial; even the most adept foreign fighters couldn't inflict damage comparable to that of a car collision. This was unless, of course, one was an anomaly like Lan Peizhi.

That "Sword Comes" martial art technique was truly astonishing!

A common saying in martial arts states: "Train the muscles, bones, and skin externally; cultivate the breath internally."

Many of the world's most breathtaking sights can only be appreciated from a elevated vantage point.

Indeed. Just as expected.

Lan Peizhi's capabilities might have transcended the boundaries of an Outer Family practitioner, potentially ascending towards the status of an Inner Family Grandmaster. Otherwise, where would such formidable explosive power originate from her seemingly delicate physique?

It defied all scientific explanation.

"I visited the hospital last night."

Naturally. Despite feeling a pervasive sense of delightful soreness throughout his body, Jiang Chen had no intention of revealing the full extent of his condition. This wasn't dishonesty, but rather a considerate concealment aimed at preventing undue worry for the other party.

Cao Jinse remained silent for a moment, observing the man's composed demeanor. "I heard that one of your bodyguards made the ultimate sacrifice?"

"Yes," Jiang Chen confirmed.

Instead of offering condolences, Cao Jinse stated, "I can assist you in applying for national compensation."

Princess Cao's kindness was as gentle and pervasive as a silent rain.

Jiang Chen offered another smile, obligingly responding, "I appreciate the offer, but let's not burden the state further. Besides, he wasn't originally from Shen Zhou."

"However, he sacrificed his life for Shen Zhou's interests," Cao Jinse countered, not pushing the matter. She understood his character well; he would never neglect the families of those who had fallen under his protection.

"How is the investigation proceeding?" Jiang Chen shifted the topic.

"The assailants from last night used forged passports for entry. Our findings indicate that the earliest among them arrived as long as half a month ago."

"Forged passports?"

There's an internet adage suggesting Shen Zhou is a no-go zone for mercenaries. While slightly hyperbolic, it hints at the unseen operations that shield ordinary citizens from harsh realities. The public, for instance, would never learn about the events of the previous night. Nevertheless, this 'joke' does reflect, to some extent, the stringent law enforcement and control within Shen Zhou.

No place on Earth is entirely secure, but frankly, Shen Zhou stands as one of the safest regions globally. The infiltration of one or two individuals might be plausible, but the entry of so many using fraudulent documents stretches credulity.

Sensing Jiang Chen's scrutiny, Cao Jinse elaborated, "Actually, they weren't strictly forged passports. They utilized genuine passports belonging to other individuals, assuming their identities."

"Current tracing efforts reveal that the foreign workers in Shen Zhou, each employed by different companies, are the ones whose identities were usurped."

"Have the individuals whose identities were stolen been interviewed?" Jiang Chen inquired.

"Before the criminals could be apprehended, all the foreign nationals whose identities were assumed had already departed the country. Otherwise, it would have been impossible for the criminals to enter so seamlessly without detection."

A perfect alignment of circumstances.

"This is surely the work of a massive organization," Jiang Chen marveled.

Cao Jinse nodded in agreement.

Based on the available intelligence, the planning for this operation likely dates back a considerable period.

It was evident that the perpetrators' actions were suspicious, suggesting that even the foreign workers entering Shen Zhou might have had underlying issues.

The shadow war has always been waged beneath a veneer of peace; it is the conflict of a new era.

Furthermore, the majority of foreign nationals working in The East are typically highly skilled individuals.

Just how vast is the scale of this operation?How extensive can an organizational structure be? "There wasn't enough time. We'll need to conduct comprehensive investigations into those companies next; they must have other accomplices hiding." "There absolutely are, but they might not be within those companies. Moreover, individuals in those companies who appear clean now cannot guarantee they won't engage in similar 'work' if tempted by profit or coerced by threats." Upon hearing this, Cao Jinse let out a soft sigh, her brow furrowing unconsciously. "You're right; the flames of discontent are incredibly difficult to extinguish." "There is a method," Jiang Chen stated casually. "Shut down all foreign-funded and joint-venture companies, and prohibit foreigners from entering." Cao Jinse immediately rolled her eyes at him. She clearly understood that this guy was indulging in his sense of humor once more. Wouldn't that be akin to reversing history and returning to the era of isolation?