Yu Chengzhang was stunned. In his fifteen years as a police officer, what kind of cases hadn't he encountered?

What troublesome suspects hadn't he dealt with?

No matter how difficult a suspect, they seldom withstand police blitz interrogations and prolonged tactics without confessing.

But at this moment, he was in a dilemma.

Firstly, Lin Feifei's identity is controversial, and she has hired a professional lawyer. If they have any procedural violations, they could face lawsuits, so he must be cautious.

Secondly, she's completely uncooperative. Without her providing crucial clues, their investigation can go in numerous circles and might not reach any conclusion.

Thirdly, she's playing tough in the interrogation room, leaving him with no options. After 24 hours, they'll have to release her.

Just thinking about it gave him a headache.

"Li Xiang is an auxiliary officer at Hongqiao Police Station. His position doesn't allow him to handle criminal cases. Our task force is much more professional. As long as you cooperate sincerely, the police will surely get to the bottom of the case."

Zhao Yin was tirelessly trying to persuade Lin Feifei, but at this point, her mind was as impermeable as a well-plastered wall.

"Not listening, not listening, like a turtle chanting scriptures."

Zhao Yin: "..."

No more persuading, she's now angry too, and also needs someone to work on her mindset.

"This matter requires further analysis; a criminal case isn't something an auxiliary officer can just participate in freely." Yu Chengzhang frowned. Such a situation was unprecedented for him, and Lin Feifei's identity couldn't just be ignored. If having an auxiliary officer join could get Lin Feifei to cooperate, it might be worth considering.

"Then you all think it over. My only requirement is this, and from now on, I'll only liaise with Li Xiang."

Yu Chengzhang's frown deepened, contemplating whether to temporarily assign Li Xiang over. Once Lin Feifei clarifies the details of her relationship with Yue Zheng, then they can address other issues.

Thinking of this, he left the interrogation room intending to consult Director Song, only to find Li Xiang upon reaching the doorway.

"How did he come here?"

Initially, he didn't recognize Li Xiang, as there had been no overlap between them.

But recently, the name Li Xiang had been making rounds everywhere, or perhaps it was just that this period had been very active.

He had no choice but to pay attention and thus remembered his face.

"You mean him? He came with Lin Feifei."

Zhao Yin thought Yu Chengzhang was asking her, so she explained succinctly.

"I see."

Yu Chengzhang nodded; he finally understood why Lin Feifei specifically required Li Xiang to be part of the case.

If this is the case, then this matter requires careful deliberation.

As a result, he picked up the phone and called Zhao Jianguo, the director of the Hongqiao Police Station:

"Director Zhao, Happy New Year; I'm wishing you a prosperous one."

"I wanted to ask you something about an auxiliary officer at your station, Li Xiang—yes, the one making waves lately. What's his relationship with Lin Feifei?"

"Really? Oh, it's nothing, I was just curious and didn't want to disturb you further, goodbye."

Yu Chengzhang hung up the phone. Just now, Director Zhao had told him that a few days before Lin Feifei's concert, Li Xiang had helped her catch a thief. The next day, Lin Feifei had gifted him a banner in appreciation.

This incident had been quite the talk within the station, especially because of Lin Feifei's celebrity status, which earned Li Xiang many admiring glances.

If that's the case, then Li Xiang and Lin Feifei had only just met.

Yet, this hardly explains Lin Feifei's trust in Li Xiang. Could it be that Li Xiang wants to join the task force himself?

Yu Chengzhang thought about many things suddenly but kept them to himself, continuing upstairs to find Director Song.

Today being the first day of the New Year, party members and cadres were expected to set an example. As the chief, Song Jun naturally took the lead in working the first shift.

Knock knock knock~

"Come in, Old Yu, how's the case progressing?"

Seeing Yu Chengzhang, Song Jun asked out of concern for the case's progress.

Because of this case emerging right before the New Year, the public security agencies from top to bottom hadn't had a good celebration.

"Director Song, that's why I'm here. There's something I'm unsure about and would like to get your advice."

Director Song shifted in his seat and leaned forward to listen closely, "Let's hear it."

"According to the clues we have so far, Lin Feifei is a major suspect. It's understood her relationship with Yue Zheng isn't just a simple colleague one, although Lin Feifei has denied this. When summoned today, she was subjected to a polygraph test, which indicated some answers were lies. However, the current evidence isn't enough for a criminal detention."

(Note: The polygraph can't be used as evidence, only as a reference to help police determine if a suspect is lying.)

Yu Chengzhang reported the current progress and difficulties of the case to Director Song thoroughly, finally bringing up Lin Feifei's condition: "She said if the police want her cooperation, Li Xiang must join the task force."

"Li Xiang? Which Li Xiang?"

Hearing the name, Director Song began recalling; the name sounded familiar, could it be that famous one...?

"The auxiliary officer Li Xiang who's been gaining recent attention, and whom the organization is considering for a second-class merit award."

"Oh~"

Song Jun drew out the 'oh,' but didn't comment further.

Seeing Song Jun deep in thought, Yu Chengzhang explained how Li Xiang and Lin Feifei met and his own hypothesis, considering whether Li Xiang himself wished to join the task force.

"Old Yu, you've been in criminal investigation for years and think about problems intricately, which is a good thing. However, my thoughts completely differ from yours."

"Oh? I'm all ears."

"If the idea came from Li Xiang, he could easily stay in the background and remote-control the situation without accompanying Lin Feifei here to the police station. This matter was more likely Lin Feifei's whim."

"Then... should we agree to her request?"

"Agree. I think it's beneficial for us too. Li Xiang recently caught an A-level wanted criminal heroically and was awarded a second-class merit. He's talented. Assigning him to a local police station might be underutilizing him. We can use this chance to bring him into the task force for evaluation and, if he performs well, possibly consider integrating him into our police system."

This idea struck Song Jun spontaneously, mainly because Li Xiang's previous performances were outstanding, arousing his interest in nurturing Li Xiang's talent.

Lin Feifei's suggestion also provided an opportunity to see if Li Xiang could handle criminal investigation work well.

"Director Song, you're insightful. Would you personally inform Director Zhao? I'm afraid he'll accuse me of poaching his resources."

Yu Chengzhang also realized that the director had taken a liking to Li Xiang's talent and didn't argue further.

Apart from anything else, Li Xiang's brave and tenacious character certainly suited criminal investigation work.

"Alright, I'll make the call."

Thus, Song Jun didn't hesitate and, in front of Yu Chengzhang, directly took out his phone to call Zhao Jianguo.

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