Chapter 1063: Longteng Group

Lu Chuan couldn’t figure it out.

If the killer really wanted to point the clues toward Gao Xinxin, then there wasn’t much need, right? Gao Xinxin is a woman, and now it seems the Red-clothed Killer should be a man.

Or perhaps the fluids left in the victim’s body weren’t from the killer at all?

Or perhaps the killer isn’t just one person, as the police have speculated, but actually two or even more people.

So, what is really going on?

The case has reached a point where there are many clues, yet none are indicative, and the ones that appear indicative are all smoke screens.

The whole case is shrouded in mystery, leaving Lu Chuan somewhat bewildered.

"I’ll arrange the meeting."

Although Gao Xinxin is a significant figure, since Wu Guodong is personally arranging it, there shouldn’t be any issue.

Moreover, if Gao Xinxin is indeed related to this case, regardless of his identity or wealth, Wu Guodong would be the first to send him to prison.

Longteng Group is very famous in Dongzhou; it’s a local private enterprise that has grown up there.

Though it doesn’t compare to the status of Qiangsheng Group in Haizhou City, Longteng Group still holds significant importance in Dongzhou City.

It’s a major taxpayer in Dongzhou City, and the company’s founder Gao Xinxin is considered a legendary figure.

Since there are clues pointing towards Gao Xinxin, Lu Chuan roughly investigated his background information.

Gao Xinxin started as a pancake vendor and developed his business into a large group spanning multiple industries, a high-pay story that is legendary in Dongzhou City.

Even the detectives of Dongzhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team can share a few stories about Gao Xinxin’s legendary feats.

"This woman is not simple."

"Incredible, I’ve never seen someone so fierce."

"A legendary boss, developing from a pancake stall to a large group in just 20 years, it’s almost unimaginable."

Awe and disbelief are everyone’s impressions of Gao Xinxin.

Not only that, after making money, Gao Xinxin hasn’t forgotten the people around him, especially those from his village.

Longteng Group built a factory specifically in the village where Gao Xinxin used to live; all the labor force in the village can work there, with excellent benefits and wages.

Besides, Gao Xinxin has also built residential buildings in the village.

Anyone born in the village can live there for free.

Although the residential buildings cannot be sold, anyone from the village can apply to live there for free for generations, which is no different from owning it.

Additionally, Gao Xinxin has conducted many charitable activities in Dongzhou City, building many elementary schools, kindergartens, and elderly homes.

According to Gao Xinxin, she was born in Dongzhou City and grew up in Zhongzhou City; the money she makes is thanks to the people of Dongzhou City, so she should give back to them.

From the current information, Gao Xinxin seems to be a very positive figure.

The meeting with Gao Xinxin was quickly arranged.

Wu Guodong personally accompanied Lu Chuan to Gao Xinxin’s company to meet her.

Of course, for Lu Chuan, the meeting with Gao Xinxin is a request; investigating whether the Da Hong Pao tea in the black plastic bag belongs to Gao Xinxin is a more important matter.

When Wu Guodong and Lu Chuan arrived at Longteng Group’s headquarters, staff were already waiting to receive them.

"Vice Mayor Wu, you are truly a rare guest, welcome, welcome!"

Driving for Wu Guodong and Lu Chuan was a middle-aged woman with a striking appearance.

"President Gao, you’re too polite. This time, I’m here with a purpose; there’s something I need your cooperation on."

Lu Chuan had seen the photo and knew this woman was Gao Xinxin.

With Lu Chuan’s familiarity with all the top brands, he knew them well.

However, Gao Xinxin wasn’t wearing any branded clothing, just ordinary brands.

Aside from a watch and a rather expensive brooch, everything else was quite ordinary.

Moreover, she smiled warmly and spoke gently; it’s hard to imagine this is the CEO of a billion-dollar asset group.

Especially one that grew from nothing, from a pancake stall to a big company.

"Vice Mayor Wu, rest assured, I will fully cooperate. This is Director Lu, right? Shall we go upstairs to talk?"

Evidently, Wu Guodong had already mentioned Lu Chuan’s general situation before meeting her.

Lu Chuan nodded.

He came to Longteng Group to interact with Gao Xinxin, to roughly understand what kind of person she is. Additionally, the tea investigation is more detailed work that may take much longer than an hour or two.

Given Wu Guodong’s position as both the police chief and vice mayor, he received the highest hospitality at Longteng Group.

Though Wu Guodong isn’t the leader managing economic or investment matters, his rank is placed there. Arriving at Longteng Group, Gao Xinxin as a private entrepreneur still has a considerable status gap.

As for Lu Chuan...

True, his rank may not be too high, but having real authority, even Gao Xinxin needs to treat him courteously.

After all, even the headquarters of Qiangsheng Group, located in the High-tech Zone of Haizhou City, ultimately falls under Lu Chuan’s jurisdiction.

This is not about an official rank suppressing people, but rather the hierarchy of management systems and functions.

No matter how big the business grows, it’s only about money.

"Vice Mayor Wu, you mentioned there were some issues before in the call that Director Lu needs to inquire about."

In Gao Xinxin’s office, after arranging for tea, Gao Xinxin glanced at Wu Guodong, then at Lu Chuan.

"Director Lu, if there’s anything I can help with, please rest assured, I will fully cooperate."

Lu Chuan nodded slightly.

Honestly, compared to dealing with entrepreneurs like Gao Xinxin, Lu Chuan seemed to handle it more effortlessly.

Despite entering the police force straight out of police academy, he grew up in a business environment, having been largely influenced by it.

Regarding business interactions and certain interests, he’s very knowledgeable.

Dealing with these people sometimes requires tact rather than straightforwardness.

"President Gao, your tea is quite good; is it from those few trees on the northern slope of Wuyi Mountain?"

As Lu Chuan finished speaking, Gao Xinxin was slightly surprised.

This young Director Lu seems to know quite a bit.

Being able to mention Wuyi Mountain’s northern slope and purple trees indicates he knows quite a lot about Da Hong Pao.