Cannon-Fodder Heiress Turns the Tables by Fortune-Telling
Chapter 297 - 296: On Official Duty!

Chapter 297: Chapter 296: On Official Duty!

Yun Ran and her companions were stopped 30 kilometers before reaching Doctor Yu.

"Get out of the car and undergo inspection!"

The driver, trembling with fear, got out of the car and presented all of his documents.

The personnel conducting the inspection spoke in an unfriendly tone, "Don’t you know this road is closed off? Who gave you the courage to just come through here?"

This was the first time the driver had encountered someone in such an official uniform, and he couldn’t help but feel a twinge of fear inside.

His mind started to conjure up unpleasant guesses, even beginning to doubt Yun Ran’s identity.

Moreover, he feared that Yun Ran might be some kind of criminal. While he truly wanted to earn this sum of money, if Yun Ran’s identity were questionable, then they would certainly be unfortunate.

The driver intended to speak some pleasantries, to make it clear that they were just passing through the area when...

He saw the rear car door open.

Yun Ran got out of the car, her gaze towards the authoritative and intimidating man in uniform unyielding as she presented her credentials, giving off an air that she was not one to be trifled with.

Her voice was ice-cold: "On official duty!"

Upon scrutinizing Yun Ran’s credentials, the man in uniform had the precautious and austere aura around him dissipate immediately.

His expression turned respectful, handing back the credentials with both hands, "So it’s Lady Yun."

After speaking, he gestured to the people behind him, and the team, previously on guard, promptly put away their weapons and cleared the roadblock.

"Lady Yun, please proceed."

Yun Ran nodded expressionlessly, then re-entered the car.

The driver was bewildered throughout the process; even as he boarded the car, he felt as if he were floating.

"Drive!"

Only when Yun Ran’s voice rang out again did he snap back to attention, hastily responding, "Yes, yes, I’ll start driving immediately."

The driver thought he had seen it all; he had been robbed at knifepoint on the road before but had never felt his legs as weak as they were today.

The car struggled to start several times, causing the driver to become increasingly anxious.

The man in uniform below noticed something was amiss and came over, observing the driver’s panicked expression, which had turned pale.

Only then did he realize, belatedly, that they seemed to have frightened Lady Yun’s driver.

Considering Yun Ran’s identity and the official duties she mentioned, the man in uniform took out a communication device to report to his superiors.

Soon, orders came through from the other end, instructing him to personally escort Yun Ran on her way.

He walked over to the camper’s window, his voice laced with a hint of regret: "Lady Yun, it seems we have frightened your driver; I’ve reported to my superiors. I will take over the driving duties for the remainder of your journey."

Yun Ran nodded through the glass at the man in the uniform.

It didn’t matter to her whether they genuinely wanted to help or harbored suspicions and wanted to follow her.

With Yun Ran’s approval, the man in uniform knocked on the driver’s door: "Get out! I’ll take over the driving!"

Upon hearing this, the driver, much like an obedient puppet, immediately opened the door and got out of the car.

His legs continued to feel weak, and his mind was muddled. Even after the man in uniform got into the car, the driver stood rooted in place.

The man in uniform frowned: "Get in the car, what are you still standing there for!"

The driver quickly nodded, then made his way to the other side, sitting in the space designated for the driver to rest, next to his partner.

Throughout the journey, they were silent as chickens, not daring to make a sound.

The 30-plus-kilometer distance was covered quickly, and as Yun Ran got out of the car, she instructed the man in uniform, "Contact your superior; I have something to say to him."

The man in uniform hesitated for only a few seconds before doing as Yun Ran requested.

From the communication device soon came the voice of a middle-aged man: "Lady Yun, hello. Is there anything with which we can assist you?"

"I need an assistant. This person who escorted me here is suitable. Could I borrow him temporarily?"

Without a moment’s hesitation, the middle-aged man consented, "Of course, we would be honored to be of help to you."

Yun Ran handed the communication device to the man in uniform: "Your superior wants to talk to you."

The man in uniform: ...

Could it be possible that he already knew what his superior was about to say?

To be alongside someone as cold and efficient looking as her, it didn’t feel like a good sign.

The superior directly issued an order for him to follow Yun Ran’s commands and assist her with all aspects of the mission until it’s conclusion.

"Yes, I will complete the mission!"

Yun Ran was satisfied.

"What is your name?"

"Wan Ji."

Yun Ran nodded, then gestured for Wan Ji to grab the two large suitcases she had brought with her.

She then turned to the driver and co., pulled out her phone, and after a few taps, two notification sounds were heard.

[Alipay transfer received: 100,000 RMB.]

[Alipay transfer received: 100,000 RMB.]

"You may leave now!"

The driver climbed into the vehicle as if having received a pardon, hurrying along.

Though they were somewhat frightened, they had indeed made a hefty profit from this trip and felt a concealed excitement; they had transported a VIP.

But this matter, without even a word from Yun Ran to keep quiet, they had already resolved never to speak of it for the rest of their lives.

Wan Ji wanted to ask questions, but considering Yun Ran’s identity, he decided it was better not to be overly curious or talkative. Hoisting the two suitcases, he followed closely behind Yun Ran.

The surrounding area was desolate. If it weren’t for a row of tents in the distance, the place could be described as utterly uninhabited.

"Halt, who goes there!"

Besides the core members of the archaeological team, there were also many other auxiliary staff.

The bodyguards tasked with their protection, as well as those guarding the equipment, numbered in the hundreds.

The sudden appearance of Yun Ran was quite abrupt. Had it not been for the man in uniform following her, the bodyguards would have done more than just warn her.

The presence of the Murong Family increased their morale; they were ready to deal directly with anyone attempting to cause trouble here.

Yet, Yun Ran didn’t immediately respond to the bodyguards. Instead, her gaze fell upon a casually dressed man not too far away.

As someone sent by Xie Xuzhi to make trouble, she naturally couldn’t afford to slip up and acknowledge her affiliation with him.

Doctor Yu was the leading figure of this project; she didn’t need to look to others for direction.

From a distance, she saw a little old man with the aura of the Little Paperman approaching; Yun Ran finally showed a smile on her face.

She had communicated with Little Paperman in advance, and now the arrival time of Doctor Yu was just perfect.

"The person I’ve been waiting for has arrived."

The bodyguards were initially very displeased with Yun Ran’s attitude. But before they could react, they saw Doctor Yu running breathlessly towards them.

While running, he also adjusted his thick glasses, which resembled the bottom of a bottle.

"Yun Ran, you’ve finally arrived."