The reason Team A struggled so much, often dealing with unsolved cases and feeling downhearted about archiving unsolved cases, was that kind of helplessness stemming from the fact that, try as they might, the necessary insight just wasn’t there.
The injustices and evils of this world require different kinds of righteous talents.
“Do you remember what you looked like when you chose to return to the police force?” Fang Zhenyue turned his head and smiled at Sanfu.
“…” Sanfu looked down and tugged at the corner of his lips. Back then, leaving the police force and then returning, was like knowing the mountain harbored tigers, yet still heading towards Tiger Mountain. For a long time, he felt like he was a warrior like Wu Song.
“Do you see Little Eleven? Doesn’t he remind you of yourself back then?” Fang Zhenyue patted Sanfu’s shoulder, “After getting drunk, you would cry bitterly about the hardships of being a police officer and everything you gave up to be one. But no matter how many times I asked you, you would loudly insist on being a police officer.”
Sanfu raised his head and looked at Jiayi again, the young policewoman must have been very scared and distressed, unhappy. But with red eyes and a hoarse voice, she was still helping her colleagues from the Forensic Department gather evidence. She’s just a young girl, and now leaving the crime scene to wait in the police car for everyone, no one would blame her.
Yes, it’s tough, yet she still grits her teeth and won’t step back from the front lines.
“To some extent, she still enjoys this stage,” Sanfu said with a bitter smile.
It turns out they are all the same kind of people.
All somewhat rebellious.
A good person, yet insists on entering the major crime unit of the police force, laboring like a beast.
…
They left in the morning, and by the time they returned to the police station, it was already afternoon. Everyone had little appetite, eating only a few bites across from the police station, always feeling that the vegetables tasted bitter and the meat sour, so they hastily filled their stomachs and returned to the station to continue working.
Registering all lab slips, all laboratory technicians began working overtime busy with testing.
The forensic department laid out 6 bodies in the autopsy room, one of the killer-victims, She Jingjing, and the other five victims were photographed for identification by various police stations from among the missing persons, and after retouching by the public relations department, the photos were sent to cooperative newspapers to seek relatives to identify the bodies.
Then they made determinations like time of death, luckily many of the death details were not suspicious, so they didn’t need to conduct too deep autopsies.
The detectives were busy laying out all the evidence they had confirmed, then straightening out the logic, and recreating the entire murder process along a timeline:
She Jingjing lost to Cho’s wife in the battle to snatch her lover, harbored resentment afterwards, and unable to accept her own failure, she killed Zhou Jianguo during an illicit relationship.
Since it was her first time killing, unprepared, she chose to dump the body.
After the first murder, she derived some perverse pleasure and considered continuing to kill, while her hatred for Cho was replaced by this perverse satisfaction, and she resumed her affair with Cho.
As for whether she ever thought of killing Cho, it is now unverifiable.
The five people she killed later were all loosely connected to her, either encountered at a bar, or often seen at the same tea shop. Clearly, She Jingjing was very smart, possessed some anti-investigation thinking, and also due to her cautious way of hunting, although these people were reported missing, they were never linked to her.
She refrained from harming those around her like Cho, who harbored grudges or were rivals, perhaps because she feared police detection. After all, the corpse was laid out in her house; she had to be cautious.
She was clever and vicious.
Humans are born with desires, and it is these desires that create vulnerabilities.
She Jingjing exploited men’s weaknesses, turning them into prey and brutally murdering them.
And she herself died at the hands of her prey because of such desires.
The murderer of the White Bones case was caught. Although he was brought in horizontally to the police station, it was still a capture.
However, the murderer who killed She Jingjing is still at large.
Although the current clues suggest that She Jingjing’s killer likely acted in self-defense or by accident, until the murderer is apprehended, no one knows if the opponent was a ruthless killer.
This case has produced two murderers: one captured and one on the run.
The Major Crime unit B still has work to do.
…
Yi Jiadong knew that the current case was tough for Jiayi and the others. Hearing that Gary had even dived into the sea to retrieve evidence and caught a cold, with temperatures dropping recently, he arranged for Sun Xin to deliver plenty of hot drinks like ginger milk to warm everyone up.
So, when Fang Zhenyue and Madam returned from the meeting, they saw everyone in the room holding cups, sipping and warming their hands.
The usually lively kids had been quiet these past few days.
Qiu Sushan glanced at Fang Zhenyue, then at the detectives in the room, and knocked on the doorframe:
“Usually it’s Patrick who treats you, today it’s my turn. The forensic report is out, and the evidence is complete!”
“In She Jingjing’s kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom, we found blood and other traces of five victims. Coupled with the forensic department’s report, our team can completely reconstruct all the murder processes.”
“At today’s meeting, our group was praised for our flawless and beautifully investigated White Bones case!”
She and Fang Zhenyue were also highly praised at the meeting, which was a great honor.
Lin Wangjiu nd several others looked up at Qiu Sushan, their expressions finally relaxing a bit.
“Everyone has worked hard. Tonight, whether it’s seafood or French cuisine, it’s on me, don’t worry about saving money, how about it?” Qiu Sushan raised an eyebrow and smiled at everyone, trying to lighten the mood.
“Sure, I’ve been lacking appetite these past few days, I feel like I’m missing some nourishment too,” Liu Jiaming supported.
“How about Little Eleven? Can you manage a big meal?” Wangjiu asked, turning back to check.
“Ah, I feel much better now.” Jiayi couldn’t help but smile sheepishly. It was really tough at the murder scene, but after having some plain noodles and porridge, she was much better.
“Alright, while discussing the case, don’t forget to decide on what to eat tonight,” Qiu Sushan said, then fixed her gaze on Jiayi, cleared her throat, and suddenly became serious:
“This case especially merits praise for our new detective, Yi Jiayi.”
“At today’s meeting, the forensic department’s Sir Chen specifically praised Detective Yi Jiayi for her diligence in handling cases. At the crime scene investigation, she made an exceptionally significant contribution.”
“The reason why the forensic department’s evidence is so comprehensive this time, making the crime deduction absolutely reliable, is all thanks to Yi Jiayi’s sharp identification of key evidence-gathering spots during the inspection, which ensured that not a single piece of evidence or a drop of blood was missed.”
“Come on, everyone, let’s give Jiayi a round of applause.”
Qiu Sushan, like a class teacher praising a primary school student who got a little red flower in kindergarten, even clapped to congratulate her.
Jiayi’s face was so embarrassed it seemed she could bleed, and she covered her face with her hands, which felt burning hot.
Lin Wangjiu laughed heartily and clapped along with Qiu Sushan, while Liu Jiaming turned his head and clapped enviously, “Why couldn’t my mom have given birth to a smart head like Yi’s instead of a wooden one?”
As the applause faded, Qiu Sushan continued:
“At the meeting, Superintendent Huang also agreed with the praises from Sir Chen of the forensic department. For a talented individual like Yi Jiayi, I naturally added a few more praises.
“Later, Sir Huang also mentioned that Detective Yi Jiayi is not only good at solving cases but also adept at using computers, making her a new talent for the new era. He specifically praised Yi Jiayi in front of all the inspectors and officers, stating that she is one of the most outstanding new members from the recent influx into the police station.”
“It’s recorded in the files!”
“Her outstanding performance in several past cases is noted, which will greatly benefit her future promotions!”
“This month’s salary will also include a bonus envelope for the brave new police officer, and when the time comes, don’t forget to treat her well.”
“Wow! I’m so jealous I could bleed from my eyes, Yi, do you see any blood in my eyes?” Gary stood up excitedly shouting.
Such good news made him forget the harshness of the previous cases, leaving only excitement in his heart.
By the end of the month, what a big feast Yi will have to treat us to, tsk tsk!
“Where is the blood? I only see eye boogers!” Lin Wangjiu scoffed, waving his hand dismissively.
“What about us, madam, do we get a bonus too?” Liu Jiaming also shouted.
“Of course. You guys work so hard, doesn’t Patrick treat you to afternoon tea every day? I’m also treating you to a big meal tonight. Naturally, at the end of the month, I will strive to secure overtime bonuses and case-solving bonuses for everyone. When has the police station ever shortchanged its officers?” Qiu Sushan said, arms crossed and looking smug.
“Okay, I’ve been waiting just for that phrase from madam!” Liu Jiaming clapped his hands excitedly again, then continued:
“Having Brother Yue’s afternoon tea every day, madam’s feast in the evening, and a grand meal from eleven at the end of the month… Wow, I feel like I’m being kept! My mom had my fortune told, saying I won’t have to worry about food or drink, that I have a ‘backed’ destiny. So accurate! Super accurate~”
“Looks like you’ve got a mouth that’s dined from a hundred families,” Fang Zhenyue was also influenced by the lively atmosphere, and after writing a few phrases on the whiteboard, he turned to tease Liu Jiaming.
“If every family made big fish and meat dishes, then I would just eat,” Liu Jiaming laughed heartily.
Jiayi stood among her teammates, smiling sweetly.
Wondering how much the big red packet is? Is it enough to cover a new house’s rent and deposit? Enough to buy an oil extractor for her elder brother that’s new and healthy? Enough to treat the several mouths at home to a feast at Maxim’s? Enough for a new hoodie and white sneakers?
She also wanted to buy a used car for her big brother, so he wouldn’t have to carry heavy bags daily, and their arms wouldn’t ache; if Sun Xin learned to drive, he could also make deliveries no matter the weather.
Would her elder brother and the two little ones be thrilled to move into a big house, perhaps even jumping over the roof with joy?
I wonder if Sun Xin, the timid and slow-moving young man, would turn into a racing hunk once behind the wheel.
Would Yi Jiayi, if she wore a pretty dress and strolled around Tsim Sha Tsui, get scouted by a talent agent?
Wow, so many desires!
Superintendent Huang, please reward the generous red packet, as Officer Yi Jiayi sure knows how to spend money, wow!
…
The excited and lively mood continued until a phone call came in, reporting a clue about the murderer in the She Jingjing case, which sobered up the atmosphere and returned everyone to work mode.
However, when Fang Zhenyue heard the voice of the ‘concerned citizen’ over the phone transferred by the operator, he couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow:
“Brother Jiadong?”