Luke looked through all the auction items, among which the starting price for the stolen goods was about a third of the market price.

"If I want to buy the stolen goods listed here, how should I go about it?"

Negan flicked the ash from his cigarette, "You can buy them directly at the starting bid price."

Luke chuckled, "Is this considered a perk for the FBI?"

"It's also a reward for you. Without your assistance, capturing Zhou Tiansheng wouldn't have been so smooth. Take your time looking, let me know when you decide." Negan returned to his desk to check documents.

Luke picked up the list of stolen goods and examined it carefully, first filtering out luxury and collectible items.

Firstly, these things didn't fit Luke's profile, and secondly, they are purchased based on personal preference: if you like them, they're worth the money; if not, they're not worth it.

Zhou Tiansheng's luxury and collectible items were expensive, but Luke wasn't particularly fond of them. Aside from showing off, they had no other use.

Not practical.

Zhou Tiansheng's fixed assets were mainly distributed in three cities: New York, Los Angeles, and Hawaii.

There were a total of four luxury cars: a Rolls-Royce, a Bentley, a Porsche, and a Ferrari.

Luke already owned a Mercedes G500, so he was not lacking luxury cars for the time being.

In the end, Luke decided to focus on purchasing property; Zhou Tiansheng had two properties in New York, one in Los Angeles, and one in Hawaii.

The two New York properties were connected townhouses, each registered under different names. Luke figured he probably had another purpose for buying them, but the yard of these townhouses was too small, which he didn't really like.

The Hawaiian villa was nice, but Luke wouldn't be living in Hawaii long-term. Going there would require cleaning first, and it would need regular maintenance, making it not very practical.

Even if he went to Hawaii occasionally for vacation, staying in a hotel would be more convenient and comfortable.

The Los Angeles property was the largest and in a good location, but it had obvious downsides. The house was quite old and somewhat dilapidated, requiring extensive repairs or even demolition and rebuilding, so it couldn't be moved into immediately.

The market price for the Los Angeles villa was about 9 million US Dollars, with a starting bid price of 3 million US Dollars.

This price was a bit steep for Luke. If he wanted to buy it, he might have to use up all his assets, including the 300,000 dollars given by his father, Gold Coins worth tens of thousands of dollars, and the reserve funds from the Detective System.

Luke carefully considered it in his mind. If he bought it, his finances might be tight for a while.

If he gave up, he would feel unwilling, as he also hoped to own a property in Los Angeles. Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't be able to afford a villa worth 9 million dollars, equivalent to gaining 6 million dollars for nothing.

This is a benefit from the FBI, not to be missed. If you miss this opportunity, there won't be another one.

Luke gritted his teeth and made a decision,

"Chief, I've been renting in Los Angeles for a long time, and I happen to have some savings on hand. I want to buy a property.

Can you hold this Los Angeles property for me for a while?"

Negan gave it a glance and readily agreed, "No problem, I can hold it for a month and sell it to you at the starting price of 3 million dollars."

"Thank you. Once the house is renovated, I'll invite you over."

Negan laughed, "Will you cover the airfare?"

"No problem." Luke noted down the house's address and details, preparing to go to Los Angeles for an on-site visit.

After chatting for a bit longer, Luke said goodbye to Negan, "Chief, the case of Zhou Tiansheng is closed, and I'm planning to return to Los Angeles."

Negan felt a bit reluctant and tried to persuade him, "Are you sure you don't want to stay? I've saved a good position for you."

"Thank you for your appreciation, but now isn't the right time. My primary duty is still as the captain of the Robbery and Murder Department at the Los Angeles Police Department.

If the FBI's New York office needs my assistance, feel free to call me anytime."

Negan nodded, "Say hello to Anthony for me."

"I will."

Luke left the chief's office and went to the Criminal Investigation Department office downstairs; with Zhou Tiansheng's identification, Mo Shaohong had already confessed, and Michael had taken Mo Shaohong to identify the site, searching for Zheng Lagong's body.

Luke originally wanted to bid farewell before leaving, but since he didn't bump into them, he let it slide.

In the evening, Luke planned to go to his grandparents' house for dinner, which was also a farewell party for him.

Before going, Luke and his father went to Wal Supermarket to buy some things: a case of Maotai liquor, a box of bird's nest, and a basket of fruit.

When Luke and his father arrived, Uncle Li Zhaonian and his family were already there.

Luke's grandfather was tending to the charcoal, Will was hauling out the grill from the garage, Li Zhaonian was slicing meat and preparing ingredients, and Luke's grandmother and aunt were threading skewers.

Luke got out of the car, greeted the elders, and rolled up his sleeves, "What can I do?"

Luke's grandmother said, "Everything is nearly ready. You sit down and rest; you've been busy outside all day."

Luke fetched the bird's nest from the trunk, "Grandma, I bought this for you. I heard this brand of bird's nest is good for health, try it and see how you like the taste.

If you finish it, I'll buy more."

"Oh, why buy this? It's expensive, you're spending money recklessly," the elderly lady scolded playfully, but her face showed a smile.

Luke also took out a case of Maotai from the trunk, "Grandpa, I know you love Maotai, so I bought you a case."