Chapter 38: Chapter 38: Did He Choose to Kill for Me?

Sure enough, when Li Xiang mentioned that he might need to go on a business trip for a few days and no one would be available to take care of Meiqiu, Lin Feifei happily agreed and immediately drove her luxury car over to personally pick up Meiqiu.

She even packed up and took some of Meiqiu’s daily necessities with her.

Having resolved any worries, Li Xiang packed his luggage a bit, and then joined Feng Yonglin and the others, ready to set off for Jinling City.

Even before setting off, Feng Yonglin had coordinated with the Jinling police. This time, they would be going there to possibly use their space as a temporary office. Additionally, as the local police, the Jinling Public Security Bureau would be able to offer them a lot of conveniences.

Jinling, located inland, is an important transportation hub connecting the east and west, with balanced economic and cultural development. It is over 400 kilometers away from Jinghai City. The four of them set off in a single car on the highway and arrived in just half a day.

After having a simple meal, they headed straight to the Jinling City Public Security Bureau.

The person in charge of receiving them was Yan Jiang, responsible for public security work—a middle-aged man of about forty, with a square-shaped face that immediately gave a reliable impression.

“Welcome, fellow officers from afar. Police officers are like family worldwide. Now that you’re in Jinling, feel free to let me know if you need anything, and I will do my best to accommodate you.”

Yan Jiang warmly received them, but Feng Yonglin was focused on the case. As soon as they arrived in Jinling, he dived into work: “Thank you, Captain Yan, for your hospitality. The case is rather urgent, so please prepare a temporary office for us.”

“Everything’s ready; please follow me.”

After Li Xiang and the others got their things settled, they fully acquainted themselves with He Qian’Er’s situation with the Jinling police, including her home address and file records.

Even though the public security bureau’s archival systems are nationally connected, some detailed information is incomplete in the system and can only be found at the local police station.

For instance, He Qian’Er reported five domestic violence incidents over three years. The police visited for inquiries, but primarily focused on mediation and took no substantial action.

“No wonder. Who would’ve thought that Yue Zheng, who appears carefree, would actually have a tendency for domestic violence?”

Upon seeing the records, Zhao Yin looked disgusted. Domestic violence either happens zero times or countless times.

“I really don’t understand what He Qian’Er saw in him. Was it his age? Was it his abusive nature?”

“Perhaps these flaws weren’t evident before they got married.”

They documented these details, knowing that a clear understanding is crucial when conducting inquiries, so they can focus on key points.

“We’ve basically got a grasp on the situation. Let’s divide into groups and head out. I’ll ask Yan Jiang to arrange a car for us. We’ll split into two teams and proceed as planned.”

He Qian’Er’s address was in the records. She lived in the affluent area of Chunjiang Garden in Jinling City, where villas are widespread, greenery is well-planned, and the environment is beautifully maintained, even featuring an artificial ornamental lake.

The villas here start in the tens of millions.

Li Xiang and Feng Yonglin followed the address and arrived at Villa No. 20, where they rang the doorbell. A housekeeper came out: “Who are you looking for?”

“Hello, we are from the Jinghai City Public Security Bureau. Is Mrs. He at home?”

“Please wait a moment.”

Soon, the housekeeper came out and invited Li Xiang and the others inside: “No need to change shoes; miss is waiting for you in the living room. I’ll make some tea for you.”

As they entered the villa, they found the interior to be exceptionally retro and luxurious, with a lot of personalization—not your typical, everyday home decor style.

At the very least, Li Xiang was certain that his future home would never be decorated like this.

Of course, that’s assuming he actually has a home.

“Hello, Mrs. He. We are from the Jinghai City Public Security Bureau. As discussed over the phone, we’re here today to request your cooperation in an investigation.”

“Officers, please have a seat. You’ve come at the right time. I also have some questions for you. Where does my husband’s case stand? Has the murderer Lin Feifei been apprehended?”

Even in casual wear, He Qian’Er’s face was adorned with sophisticated makeup.

Her expression was devoid of any joy or sorrow, as though she was inquiring about something unrelated to her.

“There are still many doubts in your husband’s case. We’ve come this time to confirm certain details.”

“What other doubts are there? Who else could harm my husband besides her?”

“Solving a case requires evidence, not speculation. Today, we’re not discussing Lin Feifei. Let’s talk about Wu Jie. What can you tell us about him?”

Upon hearing Wu Jie’s name, He Qian’Er’s eyes suddenly flickered: “Yue Zheng’s agent. We often meet, but I’m not very familiar with him.”

“We hope you’ll cooperate with the investigation. We’ve come with evidence. Would you like to see this communication record?”

Feng Yonglin didn’t hold back and presented the first piece of evidence they had.

“You said you’re not very familiar, yet your phone conversations with him are lengthy?”

“We…”

After being exposed by Feng Yonglin, He Qian’Er’s expression immediately grew tense, and her earlier ease was gone.

“You should also be aware that Yue Zheng had purchased a large personal accidental insurance policy before his death, with you as the beneficiary. After Yue Zheng’s death, not only would you inherit his estate, but you’d also receive a substantial insurance payout. Considering his death, you are the ultimate beneficiary. So, please come with us.”

At this moment, Li Xiang timely took out the summons and showed it to He Qian’Er.

“I’m innocent. I didn’t kill anyone.”

Now, He Qian’Er couldn’t stay calm. She looked at the summons in Li Xiang’s hand with a face full of terror, as if it were a death warrant.

“Whether you’re innocent or not will naturally be discovered by the police investigation. At present, we’re only summoning you and not taking criminal measures, so please cooperate.”

Just then, a baby’s crying came from the nursery inside, clearly awakened by He Qian’Er’s sudden increase in volume.

The housekeeper, or rather the postpartum nanny, quickly went into the nursery and picked up the baby.

“It’s impossible for me to commit the crime. You have to believe me. My child is still so young. How could I let him be without a mother? Besides, Yue Zheng was in Jinghai City at the time, and I have always been in Jinling City and never left, so I had no opportunity to commit the crime.”

Hearing her child’s cries, He Qian’Er became immediately clear-headed and explained with clear logic.

“You may not have had the opportunity, but Wu Jie did.”

“Wu Jie~”

He Qian’Er’s expression became dazed again. If it was Wu Jie, she indeed had no confidence in asserting that it wasn’t him.

Because during times when she suffered domestic violence, he had once said that no one would dare hurt his woman again.

Could it really be him?

Did he choose to kill… for me?

He Qian’Er felt somewhat touched. In this world, there was actually someone willing to kill for her.

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