Chapter 2457: Chapter 2458: Soul Liberation Chapter 2457: Chapter 2458: Soul Liberation Lin Yi’s face remained calm, without any condescending implications, and his tone was filled with admiration.

But the murderer remained silent, silently staring at Lin Yi.

“I think all these provocative acts must be because of me,” Lin Yi said indifferently:
“You think I’m better than other police officers, so you’ve thrown down the gauntlet to me.”

Another long silence followed.

“Your silence means you agree,” Lin Yi said with a smile:
“But don’t regret it. I already knew it was you, I just wanted you to come in person. Even if you hadn’t come back, I would have captured you afterward.”

This time, the murderer did not respond with silence.

“I didn’t expect that you’ve laid out this chess game so grandly, seamlessly perfect. I’m no match for you,” he said.

“It’s not that you miscalculated, it’s the goodness in your human nature that led you to failure.”

Lin Yi said lightly:
“Four days have passed since the incident, I think you knew the news already, but you hesitated to act, probably checking on our information.”

The murderer’s gaze then fell on Ning Che.

“You arranged their identities flawlessly, not only falsely arresting Fang Zhiping to make me lower my guard but even the Jinling officials were part of your play. I am utterly convinced by my defeat. ”
“At this point, talking about victory or defeat seems vulgar.”

Lin Yi said with a smile: “Using force against your father was a necessity. I apologize to you here.”

“Thank you.”

“After such a long time of matching wits and bravery, saying thank you doesn’t feel right.”

Lin Yi got off the bed and stretched his body.

“You’ve always been showing off to me. Likewise, I greatly admire your abilities. Today I’ll give you a chance.”

“What opportunity?”

“Let’s have a match. If you win, I’ll let you go and withdraw all charges against you, allowing you to return to the sunshine and be a normal person. If you lose, surrender without further resistance.”

“Ha… If I lose, there’s indeed no need to struggle anymore.”

“It seems you agree.”

Ning Che, standing aside, noticed Lin Yi’s expression was exceptionally serious.

It was rare to see such an expression on his face.

“The moment you flipped my car, I recognized you as an opponent of my level. I’ve been looking forward to this day.”

Lin Yi was the first to posture, gesturing with his fingers to the murderer.

“Come on, this is your only chance.”

“Thank you.”

As soon as the words fell, the murderer immediately rushed forward.

Stepping on the foot of the bed, he leaped into the air and threw a knee strike toward Lin Yi’s face!

The murderer was incredibly fast, using a single arm block to staunchly deflect the attack.

Having failed his first strike, the murderer launched another counterattack!

His punches rained down, and even Lin Yi could only defend passively in the confined space.

Ning Che and Tao Cheng were flabbergasted by what they were seeing.

Just now, when Lin Yi said he treated the murderer as an opponent of the same level, they were skeptical.

Now it seems they had underestimated the situation!

Being able to match Lin Yi to this extent was certainly the caliber of a Central Guards Brigade Captain!

But no such figure had ever appeared in the history of the Central Guards Brigade!

The murderer’s attacks left no gaps and gave Lin Yi no opportunities.

Every move was a killing blow, leaving no room for mercy!

Yet, such an onslaught ceased abruptly after five minutes.

The murderer took a few steps back and stood face to face with Lin Yi.

“Why stop now? This isn’t your style.”

“I lost.”

“Lost?” Lin Yi smiled, “The outcome hasn’t been decided yet.”

“If you can block all my attacks without being at a disadvantage, that already speaks volumes.” the criminal said:
“You’re very skilled, both in strategy and strength, I’m no match for you.”

“You’re also very skilled, actually being able to fight using the dantian-based method, and reaching the level of a captain, which surprised me.”

“I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

“It’s your style of fighting, not the traditional martial arts routines, something that requires talent.” Lin Yi said emotionally:
“Perhaps among tens of thousands of people, only one like you might appear. You’re lucky to have such a talent, and you’re also strong. By cultivating yourself, you’ve reached this level; in some cases, we are no match for you.”

“Talking about this now, it’s already meaningless.”

“Yes, indeed it’s meaningless.” Lin Yi sighed, “At this point, there’s no need to keep hiding. Let’s be honest with each other.”

Speaking of which, Lin Yi took out his credentials.

“My real identity is not a police officer from Xinshan branch office, but the leader of a secret agency in China, the same goes for them.”

Ning Che looked at the criminal, “Under normal circumstances, only when a secret decapitation operation is needed, would several of us be sent here. You should be content, losing to him is not unfair.”

“Heh…”

The criminal chuckled self-mockingly.

“Indeed, it’s worth it.”

The criminal first took off his hoodie, then removed the mask and sunglasses.

He revealed a dark and honest face, with a modest smile.

Seeing the criminal’s face, Lin Yi also smiled.

The person standing in front of him was none other than Zhang Long — the one who initially had a conflict with Ma Haiqiang!

“The first person I met when I came to Xiangyang Village was you, and you’re also the last person I’m meeting, it must be fate.”

“Yes.” Zhang Long said with a smile.

“So, will there still be a need to continue the disguise?”

Zhang Long was stunned at first, then laughed.

At his cheeks, he peeled off two patches, then at the sides of his nostrils, and next were his eyelids.

When all the disguises were taken off, Zhang Long seemed like a different person, hardly recognizable from before!

“You actually made fake masks?!” Tao Cheng said in disbelief.

Ning Che and Tao Cheng were utterly surprised, not expecting him to have a second layer of disguise.

“Without the second disguise, even he might not be able to clarify the good from the evil within himself.”

Zhang Long chuckled self-mockingly, seemingly agreeing with Lin Yi’s words.

Ning Che looked at Zhang Long, whose disguise skills were on par with his own.

“Officer Lin.” Zhang Long said with a smile:
“Although I know your identity, I still prefer to call you that.”

“Why?”

“Because that way I can feel a bit superior. I can defeat a policeman, but I can’t beat you.” Zhang Long said:
“From childhood until now, I haven’t admired anyone; you’re the first one I genuinely respect.”

“However you want to call me is fine.” Lin Yi chuckled:
“I don’t want to treat you as a criminal. Let’s chat under the night sky.”

“Sure, but can you give me a cigarette?”

“No problem.”

Ning Che perceptively passed his own cigarettes over.

Lin Yi handed one to Zhang Long, and himself unusually lit up one as well.

Zhang Long took a deep drag and exhaled heavily.

In this moment, his soul found release.