Chapter 384: The Unlimited Black Card, A Token of Trust from Old Morgan

They needed to experience the atmosphere of Infatuation Bar firsthand.

Su Ming’s decision caught everyone in the room off guard for a moment.

But in the next second, they understood why he wanted to go in person.

The current leads were vague at best. They couldn’t even determine how Little Morgan had gotten the information that eventually led him to Knight Bar, where he met his end.

So, if they simply summoned the owner of Infatuation Bar to the New York Police Department, it was unlikely they’d get any useful clues.

To truly understand the nightlife scene in the United States, and to figure out why Little Morgan went to Knight Bar in the first place, a covert investigation was clearly the better approach.

There was also a particular concern that couldn’t be ignored: was Infatuation Bar currently under surveillance by the Poker Organization?

Sometimes, only an on-site investigation could uncover the most accurate leads.

…

After sorting through his thoughts, Su Ming didn’t hesitate. He narrowed his eyes and began laying out the plan in detail.

“This operation will be carried out by me, Xiao Bai, and Dr. Lan.”

“In the Special Task Force, the three of us are relatively young. Plus, Dr. Lan studied in the United States before, so he can pass as a wealthy second-generation student abroad.”

“Since this is a covert mission, we need to keep our presence as low-key as possible.”

Everyone present nodded in agreement.

Indeed, if someone like Lin Tian or Xu Changsheng went to Infatuation Bar, their overtly serious police demeanor would stand out like a sore thumb in a nightclub.

In that case, there’d be no way to conduct a discreet investigation. They’d probably be noticed by the staff the moment they stepped in.

Sure, they could wave the Morgan Financial Group’s flag to force the bar owner to cooperate, but that would likely lead to a mix of truth and lies. No one who could run such a large nightclub was a simple character.

Though he agreed with Su Ming’s plan, Lin Tian couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy. The United States wasn’t as safe as the Dragon Country.

Especially in chaotic nightlife venues, incidents involving shootings or even terrorist attacks were not uncommon.

In the past, extremists seeking revenge against American society often chose crowded nightclubs as their second target, right after schools.

With that in mind, Lin Tian turned to Su Ming and said in a low voice, his concern barely concealed.

“Xiao Ming.”

“Nightclubs in the U.S. are full of all kinds of people. Petty theft is rampant, and shootings can happen at any time.”

“I think… it’d be better to bring Squad Leader Guo along, and have Chief Walker wait in a vehicle nearby. That way, if anything happens, we can get backup immediately.”

Su Ming nodded slightly at Lin Tian’s concern, then rubbed his chin and replied.

“Alright.”

“Adding Squad Leader Guo shouldn’t draw too much attention.”

“As for having Chief Walker wait nearby, that does seem necessary.”

“In my plan, once the plainclothes officers uncover any potential leads, I’ll bring the relevant individuals back to the New York Police Department.”

“That’s not just for more in-depth questioning, but also to protect the witnesses.”

“After all, based on K’s past behavior, if they realize we’re close to uncovering something, they’ll likely use extreme measures to silence anyone who might know the truth.”

At this point, Su Ming glanced at Bai Yu and Lan Jing’s current outfits, then smiled faintly and said,

“It’s currently 8 PM. There’s still some time before the nightlife hits its peak.”

“We’ll need to change clothes. If we show up in these formal uniforms, we’ll probably be stopped at the door before we even get inside.”

“We need to have someone prepare some appropriate outfits.”

At that moment, Su Ming picked up the phone on the table and dialed Old Morgan’s secretary.

As soon as the call connected, he didn’t waste a second and gave his instructions without hesitation.

“Hello, Secretary White.”

“I’m planning to visit one of your New York nightclubs to get a feel for the atmosphere. Please prepare a few suitable outfits for me.”

“Oh, and make sure they’re on the expensive side. I’d rather not get turned away at the door before I even start looking for clues.”

…

Two hours later.

Old Morgan’s secretary, accompanied by a bodyguard, knocked twice on the conference room door before slowly entering.

They each carried several shopping bags, clearly marked with logos from luxury brands like LV, Hermès, and Dior.

After placing the bags on an empty table nearby, Secretary White walked up to Su Ming, pulled an unlimited black card from his pocket, and handed it over respectfully.

“Chief Su Ming.”

“I’ve brought the new outfits as requested. If there’s anything missing or if you need something else, I can have the luxury stores deliver immediately.”

“This is an unlimited black card CEO Morgan asked me to bring you. Beyond tonight’s outing, any expenses you incur while in the United States can be charged to the company account.”

“CEO Morgan placed no spending limit. He only hopes that you’ll find the killer as soon as possible.”

Su Ming raised an eyebrow in mild surprise, but didn’t stand on ceremony. He took the card with a faint smile and joked,

“CEO Morgan really does trust me.”

“He’s not worried I’ll… team up with a store, run up a huge bill, and then disappear back to the Dragon Country?”

Secretary White remained calm and shook his head, responding seriously.

“This was CEO Morgan’s decision.”

“He also said this: he trusts the professional ethics of the Dragon Country police, and even more so, he trusts Chief Su Ming’s exceptional investigative skills.”

“He doesn’t believe you’re the kind of officer who’d give up on catching a killer just for a bit of dirty money.”

“Of course, speaking for myself, I believe that any store in the U.S. that sees this kind of unlimited black card will instantly recognize the background of its holder. They’ll know this isn’t someone they can afford to mess with.”

“If there’s nothing else, I’ll take my leave and not disturb your work any further.”

“If you need anything else, just call me directly. No matter how difficult it is, I’ll do everything I can to assist you.”

With that, the ever-professional Secretary White nodded, then left the conference room with the bodyguard.

Watching him go, Su Ming glanced down at the black card in his hand. He then looked around at the others and raised an eyebrow, speaking in a calm voice.

“Time to get changed.”

“It’s 10 PM now. Factoring in the trip to Infatuation Bar, we’ll be arriving right at the peak of the nightlife. Let’s hope this trip doesn’t end up being a waste…”