The next day, early in the morning, Bai Ye got up.
He used a cow to make a simple breakfast.
After waking up Gou Dan and Xiao Fan Tuan, Bai Ye, accompanied by his dog and bear, drove the mobile fortress RV north to Modu to buy some magic props, and then headed south to Qixing Town.
This time, he might perform some flashy magic in front of the public, so he needed to prepare more props.
To get from Modu to Qixing Town, one first had to drive about a hundred kilometers southwest on a national highway, and then another hundred kilometers or so along a provincial road to arrive, bypassing the entire Wo Jiao mountain range.
Originally, there was a highway and high-speed rail line leading to Zhe Zhou passing through the Wo Jiao mountain range, but a few years ago, the Da Xia government sealed off all roads passing through the Wo Jiao mountain range.
Bai Ye had only discovered this information by checking the route specifically last night. The Da Xia government had sealed off these roads a few years ago without making any public announcement, and all related news reports were forcibly suppressed.
Not only that, but the Wo Jiao mountain range extended deep inland, with a range of hills stretching for dozens of kilometers. Beyond the hills, inland, was a river valley plain.
The villages and towns located in the Wo Jiao mountain range and the transitional hilly areas were also relocated inland by the Da Xia government through various means such as poverty alleviation relocation, transfer of companies, and requisition of land for military purposes in recent years.
Therefore, the previously prosperous region between Modu and Hang Cheng became desolate in just a few years.
Naturally, some people protested during the implementation of various policies, but under the high pressure of the central government, everything was forcibly enforced.
Were these hills perhaps a defense zone left by the higher authorities? Or perhaps a battlefield in the final stages?
Having learned the inside story of the Wo Jiao mountain range, Bai Ye naturally understood the good intentions of the central government.
If the villages and towns near the Wo Jiao mountain range were not relocated, let alone the unknown fierce beasts within, even the small monsters like the red-haired creatures could easily destroy villages and towns!
Moreover, there were likely more than just red-haired creatures and other strange monsters inside!!
Sit tight, we're heading to Qixing Town.
Awoo.
Woof!
Xiao Fan Tuan climbed into the driver's seat to keep Bai Ye company, while Gou Dan was too large and had to stay in the living room of the RV.
The man, the bear, and the dog traveled south, enjoying the scenery.
The beautiful scenery and the company of his two pets brought a slight smile to Bai Ye's lips.
He should go out more often in the future, not waste such a good RV.
Qixing Town was originally a small town with only seven or eight streets and a population of a few thousand people. After the relocation of the few factories and enterprises in the town in recent years, it had declined even further.
The Qixing Town Police Station was located on the outskirts of the town and had only about a dozen police officers.
The chief of the police station was an old local police officer named Le Wen.
Chief!
In the morning, a villager in plain clothes walked hurriedly into the chief's office in a panic.
Upon seeing the person, Chief Le's expression turned serious, and he got up to close the office door.
Old Fang, has something happened again?
Yes! That monster came again last night, and our village lost five cows.
The villager looked frightened and anxious. He was the village chief of Changxing Village, named Fang Yongfeng. Changxing Village was adjacent to the hilly areas in the transitional zone.
Chief, if this continues, not only will our village go bankrupt, but we might even lose lives! You must think of a way!
Chief Le took a few deep breaths.
Old Fang, I'm also very anxious, but as you know, our town's police force is limited.
Besides, those are just wild animals from the mountains, not monsters.
Changxing Village now has over twenty households. Since the national policy changed their region, job opportunities have decreased. To make a living, the entire village began to engage in animal husbandry.
The farming was very successful. It seemed that due to fewer people, the flowers and trees around their village had grown very quickly in recent years. Each family raised hundreds of cattle and thousands of sheep, all plump and tender, with delicious meat.
Their lives had improved considerably.
However, strange things had been happening recently. When night fell, cattle and sheep in the village were often lost, with wild beasts appearing!
The Qixing Town Police Station had also responded to calls, staying overnight at the ranches and searching the mountains with villagers, but with little effect.
Changxing Village had too many cattle and sheep, and the pastures were too vast to keep an eye on. Moreover, the monster that came was strange and terrifying, often leaving only a black shadow in the dark, leaving the villagers helpless.
Chief, are you saying that this monster, this wild beast, came out of the mountains?
But what kind of wild beast can eat five or six cows in one night?
Village Chief Fang looked surprised and uncertain.
I heard there is a secret government base deep in the mountains? Did this wild beast escape from the base?
The sudden designation of the Wo Jiao mountain range as a forbidden zone naturally led many nearby villagers to harbor secret suspicions.
Chief Yu's expression changed, and he said sternly, Old Fang, you mustn't speak carelessly! Perhaps it's a tiger.
As the village chief, you must be more careful with your words and actions. You cannot lead in spreading rumors, or you will be severely punished by the authorities!
Although Chief Yu was also puzzled by the higher authorities' sealing of the Wo Jiao mountain range, as the local public security leader, he could only adhere to the orders from above.
He added, Don't worry! I have already reported to my superiors and received a reply. Today, the superiors will send people to help us capture that wild beast.
Today?
Village Chief Fang dispelled his suspicions and his face lit up with joy.
Then I will wait.
It was nearly noon when Bai Ye drove the RV into Qixing Town and, according to the navigation, arrived near the Changxing Town Police Station.
According to the information provided by the higher authorities, the Changxing Town Police Station would provide him with as much convenience as possible.
Stay in the car!
Hmph.
Woof!
Bai Ye patted Xiao Fan Tuan's round head, then got out of the car and walked towards the Changxing Town Police Station.
He wore a gray hooded sweatshirt, a mask, dark sweatpants, and a pair of Nike sneakers that wouldn't wear out in ten years.
Hello! Is there anything I can help you with?
The young police officer at the station eyed Bai Ye vigilantly before smiling and asking.
My surname is Bai, and I'm looking for Chief Yu. Please inform him.
Okay, please wait a moment.
The young officer seemed a bit puzzled but got up to announce Bai Ye's arrival.
He's here!
He's here?
The higher-ups are really fast!
Upon hearing the news, Chief Yu and Village Chief Fang came out to greet him with surprise.