At the national level, Chinese officials — including Ambassador Chen Bowen — were in an uproar. Word had reached them about a film documenting the Nanjing Massacre, and the directive from Beijing was clear: "Secure that footage at any cost."
Possession of these historical records could nail the perpetrators to the pillar of historical shame, making it impossible for Fuso (Japan) to ever again deny its war crimes.
The stakes were high. The government had to get those films.
Even the federal leadership saw Ryan's viral video. Several high-ranking committee members praised him:
"This young man is truly a worthy descendant of Yan and Huang!"
"If he's willing to return to the motherland, grant him special citizenship!"
"So many people forget their roots once they go abroad. More should learn from Ryan!"
One official gave instructions:
"Have the Los Angeles consulate contact him. If he has conditions, as long as they're within reason — agree to them!"
"Let's invite him to the National Day and Spring Festival celebrations. Let him tour the land, taste the cuisine, experience the depth of our culture!"
What Ryan didn't know was that — in the eyes of his homeland — he had already become a national hero.
Los Angeles – Dragon Kingdom Embassy
Ambassador Sun Shouyi received the alert directly from Ambassador Chen. Without delay, he tried to contact Ryan via the L.A. city government.
But Mayor Omar — still cozying up to Fuso interests — actively obstructed access to Ryan. His stance was clear: he was siding with Fuso.
This didn't surprise the ambassador. Omar was a Democrat, deeply embedded with groups like BLM, which alienated many Chinese-American Republicans in L.A.
Fuso-Americans and Japanese-Americans, by contrast, sympathized more with Omar's politics — another reason he chose to curry favor with them.
Realizing the road through city hall was blocked, Ambassador Sun sought another route — through Liu Yifei.
She wasn't just a celebrity. Her father held a high post in the same bureaucratic system. Plus, she regularly attended embassy receptions.
Though her connection with Ryan wasn't widely known in the U.S., it was old news in China.
Ambassador Sun's plan: contact Ryan via Liu Yifei, who could speak to Bai Bing (Ryan's close friend) and get his number.
Liu Yifei was sunbathing on a private beach when she got the call. She didn't hesitate: "I'll handle it!"
She called Bai Bing, who was in concert rehearsals and quickly forwarded Ryan's number.
Ryan Takes the Call
Just after leaving his office, Ryan got the call.
Unknown number.
He frowned. "Fuso's people again? Trying the soft approach now?"
But when he answered, the voice shocked him.
"Hello? Ryan? This is Liu Yifei."
"Immortal Sister?!" he blurted out without thinking.
Even Liu Yifei was stunned that he knew her nickname from back in China.
"Yes, it's me. Just call me Yifei."
"Sure, Sister Yifei!"
They shared a laugh, breaking the ice.
"So what can I do for you, Sister Yifei? Need help solving a case?"
"Actually, it's Ambassador Sun. He'd like to meet you."
Ryan immediately understood and offered:
"No problem. Name a place."
Yifei blushed slightly.
"Would you mind coming to my house? Beverly Hills. Just east of Bai Bing's place."
Ryan agreed. As soon as the call ended, he headed straight there.
Ryan Arrives in Style
Before heading over, Ryan swung by Bai Bing's place and changed clothes.
He selected a classic British double-breasted brown-gray plaid suit, paired with oxford shoes. On his wrist — a rare Vacheron Constantin watch with ruby cufflinks. He packed the original plastic discs and film reels into a secure briefcase.
When he arrived at Liu Yifei's villa, she was waiting at the gate with a dignified middle-aged man — Ambassador Sun.
Ryan had done his homework. He recognized Sun from the embassy website.
"Inspector Liang, I'm Sun Shouyi, Ambassador of the Dragon Kingdom here in Los Angeles."
They shook hands warmly.
"Ambassador Sun, just call me by my Chinese name — Li Qian."
"Li Qian, good to meet you."
"Hello, Sister Yifei. I've always admired your work."
Liu Yifei blushed again. This was the first time the nickname "Immortal Sister" made her feel genuinely flustered.
The Meeting
They settled into the living room and chatted for a while. Then Ambassador Sun got to the point:
"Li Qian, is it true you obtained original footage of the Nanjing Massacre?"
"Yes. It's all here." Ryan handed over the briefcase.
Sun was stunned by how casually Ryan passed it to him. He opened it slowly — and inside was everything. Dozens of reels. A disc.
He examined one reel under the light. Just a few frames made his eyes redden with anger. He flipped through more — his face contorted with rage.
"Monsters…!" he roared, slamming the table.
Even Liu Yifei couldn't help peeking — and cried within seconds of seeing the images.
Sun wiped his tears and asked:
"Li Qian… would you consider donating all of this to the Dragon Kingdom?"
"Of course," Ryan said, without hesitation. "I planned to give them to the motherland from the moment I found them."
"My only request is: please expose Fuso's crimes to the world."
"I promise," the ambassador swore. "The world will see this evidence."
One More Thing…
Ambassador Sun added:
"Li Qian, I know you're donating this freely. But we can't just let you walk away without support. If there's anything you need — just ask."
Ryan smiled. "Actually… I have a small request."
"You've earned anything you want," the ambassador replied sincerely.
Ryan asked about a long-forgotten incident from decades ago — the Falling Dragon Event in Yingcheng. Was it real?
"I remember it in textbooks," Sun mused. "There was even a special bureau for such anomalies — like cryptids, supernatural events… But it was disbanded."
"Still, I'll report it and find out what I can."
They talked more, then the ambassador said:
"Li Qian, it's best if you come to the consulate. It's sovereign territory. You'll be safest there."
Ryan agreed — but asked that the donation not be made public just yet.
"Why?" the ambassador and Liu Yifei both asked, confused.
"Because I still have a copy," Ryan said. "And I plan to use it as bait."
Sun immediately understood. This was a trap for Fuso — to draw them out and crush them publicly.
"Very well. But be careful," he said. "And remember — your country stands behind you."
As the ambassador left, Ryan felt a flicker of warmth inside.
Unseen to all, a white wolf in an invisibility cloak followed beside him, providing silent protection.
Ryan turned to go back inside with Liu Yifei — and her heart started racing.
After all… they were now alone.