Chapter 1453: On What Basis? Where's the Evidence? (2)

“At that time, there were quite a few of us who asked him what was going on. He refused to say anything. It wasn’t until after the reunion ended that he found me alone. He asked me if I was still in contact with you. That’s when I found out. His wife and child were murdered last week.”

“Not only that, his home was ransacked, money and valuables were gone. When he returned home with a birthday cake and saw the scene, he nearly lost his mind.”

It turned out that this man truly didn’t expect his family to meet such a tragic end.

If it weren’t for his youngest son staying at his grandparents’ house at the time and avoiding harm, perhaps he wouldn’t want to live anymore.

This news made Yang Mei shudder.

“Really, I didn’t expect such a thing. This truly makes one feel some sympathy.”

“Yes, at the time, I was very shocked. I also asked him if he had found the murderer, but he said he didn’t know who the murderer was and had no clues. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have come to this class reunion. He was just trying his luck, hoping to meet Sister Yang Mei and consult you about the case investigation.”

Hearing this,

Luo Fei also spoke seriously.

“Liu Li, you don’t need to worry. I’ll take care of this and conduct a thorough investigation.”

“Really, Mr. Luo? Are you really willing to help?”

“Of course. There’s no need for me to lie. Moreover, since this happened locally, the murderer might strike again. If it stirs up public panic, that would be a problem. I won’t allow such a thing to happen.”

Hearing Luo Fei’s words,

his tone was incredibly decisive,

at this moment, Liu Li was also a bit excited.

“Mr. Luo, I’ve heard from Sister Yang Mei that you are a great person. You’re not only upright but also have a very good temper. It seems this information is indeed true.”

Upon hearing the praise,

Yang Mei, on the other side, was a bit embarrassed.

“Liu Li, you’re exaggerating. Besides, Mr. Luo will definitely help investigate this case.”

Hearing this,

the tone was full of sincerity and determination.

Only then did Liu Li feel somewhat relieved.

“Yang Mei, it’s great that you’re willing to help. This is simply delightful!”

Detecting her joy,

Yang Mei just smiled sheepishly, still somewhat embarrassed.

“Liu Li, but let’s agree first. This must be true. Secondly, our police investigation is not guaranteed to uncover the truth. You do know that, right?”

“Yang Mei, I know that. To be honest with you, my youngest son is a loyal fan of the legal program.”

This information made Yang Mei smirk.

“Really? I didn’t expect your child to follow social news at such a young age?”

Hearing Yang Mei’s words,

Liu Li was a bit proud.

“Of course, Yang Mei, but to speak of it, I actually liked this person for a while back then. I even proposed to him that we date, but unexpectedly, he wasn’t interested in me at all.”

“Thinking about it, if we had been together, maybe he wouldn’t be facing this now.”

It seemed she was regretful,

but in reality, there was a bit of smug satisfaction, even a hint of schadenfreude.

Luo Fei chuckled dryly.

“Liu Li, you shouldn’t think that way. If I were you, I’d think positively. After all, if you were together, who knows, you might be the one who met misfortune today.”

“What, how can you say that! Yang Mei, look at him!”

But before she could reply,

Yang Mei interrupted her.

“Liu Li, I think Mr. Luo is right.”

“Sometimes, people should be kindhearted, not just relish in others’ misfortune. It’s not right, don’t you agree?”

“…”

Hearing the silence on the other end of the phone,

Yang Mei continued speaking,

“Speaking of which, Liu Li, later, please give us his contact details. I will have Mr. Luo look into this case.”

Hearing her words,

Liu Li reluctantly agreed,

“Oh, I understand.”

It was evident that Liu Li was a bit unhappy,

and seemed not to have expected herself to say such things.

Yang Mei didn’t say much more and just hung up the phone.

After all, no matter what,

their affairs happened many years ago.

And now, Liu Li was already married.

How could she enjoy her current blessings,

while coveting others?

That’s inherently problematic.

“Yang Mei, let’s go home.”

“Yes, I got it, Mr. Luo.”

Perhaps because of hearing about this case,

at this moment, Yang Mei wasn’t too troubled,

and was even more understanding of the other party’s feelings,

and more sympathetic to her cousin.

Early next morning,

Luo Fei went straight to the office after breakfast.

As for Yang Mei, she relayed Luo Fei’s thoughts to her cousin’s parents, at Luo Fei’s instruction, and told them to be at ease, giving their son some time.

Allowing him to process everything that had happened before.

“Mr. Luo, finally you’re here. My wife and son’s matters are in your hands now.”

Almost at the same time,

Luo Fei saw a middle-aged man, a bit excited, standing up from the sofa,

his face full of admiration.

However, at the same time, Luo Fei noticed,

that at the moment, he was unshaven and haggard.

“Sir, you must be the classmate Liu Li talked about. Yang Zhonglei?”

“Yes, Mr. Luo, I really can’t fathom what I did wrong to deserve this.”

Seeing his profound grief,

his face full of helplessness,

the whole person seemed a bit lost.

Luo Fei promptly comforted him.

“Sir, I know encountering such a thing isn’t easy on anyone. I completely understand your feelings.”

“But, I also know these cases are usually committed by acquaintances. If it weren’t someone you knew, they probably wouldn’t know where your family was, let alone have the chance to do such a heinous thing, right?”

Seeing some suspicion in the man’s eyes,

Mr. Yang also took a deep breath.

“Officer, to be honest, I deliberately hid some things when explaining the situation to Liu Li. As you know, she’s a blabbermouth.”

“If I’d told her everything, she’d definitely spread it everywhere.”

Yang Guolei knew too well.

This woman couldn’t keep her mouth shut.

“Besides, so-called classmates only think of you in critical times. If it’s a regular day, or you’re in trouble, most of the time, they’d avoid you.”

“Mr. Yang, no need to be too troubled. After all, not everyone is like Liu Li. Like, aren’t Yang Mei and I willing to help you?”

Luo Fei’s reminder made him slightly embarrassed.

“Oh, Mr. Luo, look at my big mouth. When I get excited, I say whatever comes to mind. I really shouldn’t have done that.”

Seeing his immense embarrassment,

he also seemed somewhat at a loss.

Luo Fei then said seriously,

“Sir, it’s alright. The key now isn’t what you said, but the case we need to investigate, isn’t it?”

Luo Fei’s words left him noncommittal.

“Yes, yes, Mr. Luo, you’re right.”

Seeing his agreement, even his words were somewhat embarrassed,

he seemed to feel a bit shy.

Luo Fei also comforted him.

“Sir, this matter isn’t necessarily your fault, so you don’t need to be too distressed.”

“I’m just more curious if there’s something you’re deliberately hiding. Like, have you offended anyone, but you just don’t want to admit it?”

“Moreover, when Liu Li previously asked about your job, why were you so evasive? Could it be there’s something unspeakable?”