"The heavens do not close off all roads." Zhang Wenhui chuckled, "I just looked at the wound; the opponent's knife is very thin, about three centimeters wide. We can start investigating from this angle."

"Very thin? Three centimeters?" Song Xiaojia frowned, inexplicably picturing Lin Chuan in his mind. Because Lin Chuan's weapon was a very thin dagger, and the dagger was also only about three centimeters wide. Could it be Lin Chuan? Impossible, Lin Chuan had no motive to commit the crime, nor any reason.

Zhang Wenhui glanced at Song Xiaojia, and the two exchanged a look, as if they knew what each other was thinking.

"Let's head back," Zhang Wenhui suggested.

"Alright!" Song Xiaojia nodded.

On the way back, they were both silent. Zhang Wenhui smoked silently, and Song Xiaojia also said nothing.

After a long while, Song Xiaojia finally spoke, "Captain Zhang, do you also suspect Lin Chuan?"

"Yes!" Zhang Wenhui nodded and said, "Except for Lin Chuan, I can't think of anyone else. Such sharp skills, such cautious thinking and counter-investigation awareness. And that weapon... Almost all clues point to Lin Chuan."

"Then what motive does he have to commit the crime?" Song Xiaojia asked.

"To protect Yang Zi." Zhang Wenhui stated, "Only by killing the witness can Yang Zi be released without charges; otherwise, everything is in vain."

"But the relationship between Lin Chuan and Yang Zi seems like..." Song Xiaojia frowned, aware of some past grievances between them and that they weren't on good terms. Although they were classmates, back in high school, Yang Zi had caused Lin Chuan to lose all dignity. Therefore, Lin Chuan couldn't possibly kill Brother Liu Kai for Yang Zi.

"Hehe, anything is possible." Zhang Wenhui took a drag from his cigarette and then exhaled heavily, "After we return, have someone check out whom Yang Zi's lawyer has been in contact with these past few days. A thorough investigation will make it clear."

"Yes!" Song Xiaojia immediately understood Zhang Wenhui's intent.

Yang Zi had always been kept in the interrogation room, so only Yang Zi's lawyer knew the witness's information. And whom would the lawyer convey this information to? So, those who contacted Lawyer Li are definitely suspicious. As long as these people are investigated properly, everything will come to light.

Song Xiaojia suddenly had a direction for the investigation and was instantly full of fighting spirit, even swearing to bring the murderer to justice.

"If Lin Chuan is the murderer, what do you plan to do?" Zhang Wenhui suddenly asked.

"This..." Song Xiaojia was taken aback; evidently, she wasn't prepared for this aspect. If Lin Chuan was the one who killed Brother Liu Kai, what should she do? Song Xiaojia smiled and said, "If Lin Chuan is the murderer, then I will also bring him to justice. Besides, Lin Chuan knowingly breaking the law makes it even worse."

"Haha, good." Zhang Wenhui laughed heartily, saying only the word 'good,' which left Song Xiaojia at a bit of a loss for words.

......

Now that there are relevant clues, it's time to carry out the related investigation.

Song Xiaojia didn't hesitate; she immediately instructed the relevant officers to investigate, not only looking into Yang Zi's lawyer but also conducting a related investigation on Yang Zi. Soon, news came from the detective department.

"Deputy Director Song, Captain Zhang's analysis was correct," a male police officer hurriedly said, "After Yang Zi's lawyer met with her, he immediately went to the transport market to find Lin Chuan. It seems the two also had a secret meeting in the office for a while. So, I guess..."

"Alright, everything is just a guess." Song Xiaojia waved her hand to cut off the officer's words, then said, "Don't spread the word about this for now; be careful not to alert the suspect."

"Yes!" The male police officer immediately nodded.

Upon learning of the situation, Song Xiaojia couldn't sit still any longer. Her mind was running wild, and she felt it necessary to confront Lin Chuan to clarify everything; otherwise, she surely wouldn't be able to sleep. However, she suddenly felt afraid, afraid that Lin Chuan would suddenly confess, and then what would she do.

"No matter, this must be thoroughly investigated." Song Xiaojia gritted her teeth and resolutely walked out of the office. Before leaving, she put on the police hat on her desk. The emblem on the hat was her spiritual pillar when handling cases. It symbolized authority, fairness, and justice. She feared being biased.

Song Xiaojia drove swiftly to the transport market.

When she arrived at the transport market, many brothers from the Jvyi Gang whistled at her from the entrance.

"Hey, Officer Song, you've come?"

"Here to see Brother Chuan?"

"Of course, our Brother Chuan is well-endowed and skilled; why else would you come see him in your spare time?"

"Hahaha..."

The scene erupted in laughter.

Song Xiaojia's face turned bright red. She glared at those guys angrily and said, "Shut up, or be careful, I'll come after you later."

"Uh..." The group immediately fell silent, noticing that Song Xiaojia's expression seemed off. Normally, Song Xiaojia always wore a smile, but today there was no smile, only a murderous aura. Everyone stared at Song Xiaojia wide-eyed and speechless.

Song Xiaojia raised her head, straightened her back, and walked into the transport market.

......

Lin Chuan was lying on a chair, resting with a cigarette in his mouth, looking very relaxed.

At that moment, a subordinate rushed in, shouting, "Brother Chuan, something's wrong! Officer Song came looking for you angrily. It's probably not good news. Do you want to hide for a bit?"

"Hide from what?" Lin Chuan glanced at him and said, "If it's luck, it's not trouble; if it's trouble, there's no hiding it. Besides, women—just deal with them once, if once isn't enough, then twice!"

"Pfft..."

The subordinate almost laughed out loud and said awkwardly, "Right, right, Brother Chuan, you're wise!"

After speaking, the subordinate hurriedly ran out, afraid of being caught on the spot. Just as he was going downstairs, Song Xiaojia came from outside. Lin Chuan was lying on the chair, cigarette pinched between his fingers, eyes fixed on Song Xiaojia, as if he had already expected her arrival.

"Xiaojia, why are you here?" Lin Chuan asked with a cheerful smile, "Did someone bully you?"

"In Jiangbei City, who dares bully me besides you?" Song Xiaojia glared at Lin Chuan.

"I..." Lin Chuan was momentarily taken aback, blinked, and smiled, "I wouldn't dare bully you."

Song Xiaojia walked over, sat down opposite Lin Chuan with a thud, and asked, "I came to you today for something."

"What is it?" Lin Chuan extinguished the cigarette in his hand with a smile and asked, "Looking at you, it doesn't seem like good news? What exactly warrants you coming all the way to find me? I don't think I've done anything wrong, right?"

Lin Chuan's calm and steady demeanor almost made Song Xiaojia doubt her judgment. However, Song Xiaojia remained firmly convinced of her deduction. Because everything pointed to Lin Chuan. Besides Lin Chuan, there were hardly any other suspects.

"Let me ask you, where were you between nine and twelve last night?" Song Xiaojia asked.

"I didn't go anywhere, I was asleep in the office." Lin Chuan answered before adding, "Why? Did something happen?"

"You're lying!" Song Xiaojia sneered, "You weren't asleep here at all, you're deceiving me."

"I have witnesses." Lin Chuan chuckled, "The guys outside can vouch for me. You can go ask them if you don't believe me."

"An alibi?" Song Xiaojia sneered, "Their testimonies don't count. If your men don't speak for you, who else will?"

"Then what should we do?" Lin Chuan asked.

"Let me ask you, was it you who killed Brother Liu Kai?!" Song Xiaojia got straight to the point with Lin Chuan. Her eyes were fixed on Lin Chuan's, believing that if he was the murderer, his eyes wouldn't deceive.

To her dismay, Lin Chuan's eyes were incredibly clear, without any ripple.

"Why would I kill him?" Lin Chuan shook his head disdainfully, "I know he's the witness against Yang Zi. Yang Zi's lawyer already told me."

"Hmph. The wounds on Brother Liu Kai match your dagger perfectly." Song Xiaojia stared at Lin Nanchuan, "Moreover, his wounds were fatally executed in one blow, very precise. Clearly, it was done by a cold-blooded killer. Other than you, I can't think of anyone else."

"So, you just naturally pin this matter on me, right?" Lin Chuan asked with a smile.

"Hmph." Song Xiaojia snorted lightly and said, "Regarding Brother Liu Kai's matter, only Yang Zi knows. Yang Zi leaked the information to her lawyer, who then contacted you. Among those Lawyer Li contacted, apart from you, no one else could execute such a secretive and precise killing."

"What about the phone?" Lin Chuan put his crossed leg down and smiled, "Haven't you considered that Yang Zi's lawyer might contact others by phone? Or he might hire an assassin, who knows?"

"I knew you'd say that." Song Xiaojia smiled and said, "I've already checked the lawyer's phone records. Apart from their law firm, he didn't contact anyone. So, stop trying to evade responsibility."

"Uh..." Lin Chuan smiled, "But, have you considered that he might have multiple phones? What you know might just be one of them. Therefore, you can't be sure!"

"Lin Chuan, stop trying to evade responsibility." Song Xiaojia squinted her eyes, earnestly studying Lin Chuan.

"Let me ask you, if I was the one who killed Brother Liu Kai, what would you do?" Lin Chuan's sudden question stunned Song Xiaojia.

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