When I first joined the criminal investigation team, I was partnered with him. Every ti Zhao Donglai issued instructions, the two of us would always act together, and that's how I gradually made a na for myself.
As we chatted, the group entered the bureau's lobby. The mont we stepped inside, Luo Fei was stunned by a huge display board at the corridor's entrance.
"Is this... is this ?"
On the display, there was my personal information and photo, making quite a striking impression.
It listed the various cases I had cracked here before and the honors I had received, boasting a rather exaggerated feel.
The recorded achievents seed quite incongruous alongside my youthful face.
Having a system and a special genetic talent helped a lot in solving cases.
But ordinary criminal investigators had to rely on long-term honing, accumulation, and experience to grow, which is why this work is said to be about enduring qualifications.
I also understood the disbelief of those young officers outside when they saw for the first ti.
"I really didn't expect this, to have a dedicated feature made about ."
Luo Fei smiled with emotion.
"Of course, your work here was recognized not only by the city but also by the province, so Director Wu suggested using your deeds to encourage newcors."
"I see."
"Director Wu..."
Luo Fei recalled the first police chief he worked with.
"I should et this Director Wu."
Suddenly, the door to a nearby office opened, and a rough voice rang out.
"Luo Fei? Where is he? Hahaha..."
Soon, that familiar figure appeared in front of Luo Fei again; it was Director Wucheng.
Though it had only been a year since they last t, he still looked energetic and healthy.
"Director Wu, I'm back."
Seeing Luo Fei, who had left from here, Wucheng was thrilled.
He was quite pleased with this young man, often hearing ntions of Luo Fei's god-like case-solving abilities and his distinguished accomplishnts in the criminal investigation team during etings.
Every ti he ntioned him, his old face would beam with pride.
"Hahaha, it's good to have you back. This is like an old friends' reunion."
"Wang Lei, you and Yang Su get Zhang Fan, Xia Zheng, and the others to co over to my office. I miss this kid after a year of not seeing him."
So Luo Fei and Yang i were ushered away with enthusiasm.
A number of officers passing by were very surprised to see Director Wucheng treat this young man so seriously.
"Who is that? Is he so city leader? He looks so young."
"You're not new here; haven't you seen that huge display board outside with his publicity photo on it?"
"That's Luo Fei, the famous figure from our Ningjiang County Public Security Bureau, who solved many major cases when he was in the criminal investigation team. He even cracked the once-famous Qiang Sanjiang serial murder case."
"Oh! Idol? I actually didn't recognize him, boo hoo hoo..."
"Speaking of which, why is he back all of a sudden? A sentintal revisit? I wonder if he has a girlfriend."
"Shh, keep it down."
"Did you forget who Yang i from our departnt is dating? We ntioned it before; why did you suddenly forget!"
"Huh? I forgot they were a couple, from great joy to great sorrow."
While everyone was discussing, Luo Fei and the others had already arrived at the office, where all the old friends from the past gathered together.
The familiar faces he saw before leaving now reappeared, and everyone chatted excitedly.
Yang i took the opportunity to tease Luo Fei.
"Looking back at your experiences over the past year, it's like a dream or illusion, making it feel like you're returning in glory, wearing rich clothes back to your hotown."
"? Returning in glory? That's too exaggerated."
"That's how it looks to . You're looking quite handso today, and a bunch of ladies in our departnt were just talking about you."
Luo Fei realized it was a dangerous topic and could only smile helplessly.
"That's not a joke I want to hear; I didn't hear anything."
"I didn't say anything, look how scared you are."
Yang i laughed at his embarrassed look.
When it ca to Luo Fei's past achievents, everyone chid in with their own comnts, having a great ti.
It was then that Wucheng suddenly received a phone call.
After answering it, his expression turned serious, but he didn't want to dampen everyone's mood, so he turned away to continue the call.
No one else noticed, but Luo Fei caught the subtle change, using his extraordinary hearing to gather information.
It turned out there was a major case, not a minor one, happening recently, causing Wucheng considerable trouble amidst the unrest in Ningjiang County.
"Yang Su, you and Wang Lei make sure to entertain Luo Fei well. I'll arrange for a lunch gathering today; I'll take care of it."
After giving his instructions, Wucheng turned and left.
Seeing that he had concerns, Yang i gave Luo Fei a look—given that he was their forr boss, they should certainly offer help.
So Luo Fei followed him out.
"Director Wu, is it about the case?"
"If there's anything you can share with , we can all think of ways to help."
Hearing Luo Fei imdiately identify his trouble, Wucheng was a bit surprised, producing a bitter smile.
He truly was soone he had high hopes for, maintaining such keen observation.
"Yes, it's about the case. I've been overwheld lately."
"Co, let's talk about it over here."
As they walked, they discussed the recent case. Talking about it made Wucheng's expression worsen, as the case had been unresolved for nearly two months.
The situation was severe, with little progress in the investigation.
A dozen people were involved, and based on the length of involvent and other factors, it seed to be the work of a gang.
"Here's the situation: Two months ago, a murder case ca to the bureau. At first, we thought it was just an ordinary cri, but later realized it wasn't that simple. It appeared to be a large group committing robbery and murder."
"The first case occurred near an abandoned factory area in our county, overgrown and hidden, found only when a group of children played there and stumbled upon the victim's body."
"The body bore blunt force trauma, and all valuables and personal identification had been taken, leaving no strong leads aside from identification."
Luo Fei remained silent, carefully considering the analysis.
Typically, murder with body disposal is a primary thod for hiding cris, but discarding bodies in the wild is a fixed practice.
One reason is preventing the victim's identity from becoming public, while another is delaying and obstructing investigation efforts.
This is supported by the removal of the victim's belongings.
Wucheng sighed deeply.
"At that ti, Wang Lei and Yang Su in the criminal investigation team were close to wrapping up other cases, so I didn't want to distract them. I dispatched additional forces for a wide search and checked suspicious individuals around the victim."
"Was there any success?"
"No."
At this, Wucheng's eyes dimd further.
As the leading investigator, making little headway felt embarrassing.
"But as a second and third similar case erged, I realized the situation was far more complex."
"More cases followed?"
"Yes, and those involved were all victims. So far, over a dozen lives have been taken, and their deaths markedly similar."
"Sadly, we found no useful clues, except for ongoing comparisons of their identities without progress."
"All these individuals were left in the wild, empty-handed."
"Just now, another victim has appeared!"
Hearing this, Luo Fei's pupils contracted.
Over a dozen lives!
And the killing continues!
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