Chapter 4: The Murder Case Resurfaces

I approached Yang Xiaojuan with this question. Yang Xiaojuan nodded and said to me: "The luminescent reaction phenomenon can indeed be interfered with by many factors. Theoretically, if someone has a deeper understanding of chemistry, they should be able to achieve this. However, I am not inexperienced; if there were truly any traces of a reaction at the scene, would I not be able to notice it?"

The next day, the three of us arrived at the construction site. As soon as we entered the construction gate, we saw a middle-aged, overweight man continuously directing operations, his large belly almost preventing him from wearing his safety helmet.

The photo features a young man, appearing to be around twenty years old, with the bustling Tiananmen in the background. He is grinning widely. It seems to be Zhang Fushun's son, Zhang Dongcheng. The photo is crumpled, suggesting it has been held many times, perhaps this man has looked at his son's picture under the moonlight on numerous quiet nights. Captain Shi glanced at the photo and then placed it in his clothing pocket. Captain Shi has a one-year-old child, and perhaps this paternal sentiment is universally understood. The photo is crumpled, suggesting it has been held many times, perhaps this man has looked at his son's picture under the moonlight on numerous quiet nights. Captain Shi glanced at the photo and then placed it in his clothing pocket. Captain Shi has a one-year-old child, and perhaps this paternal sentiment is universally understood.

Wang Gang said to the two of us: "Why do I want to hit him so much?"

To be honest, compared to the cases I have heard about that were solved by the special investigation team, this case does not seem particularly bizarre or grotesque. However, despite this, we still find it difficult to solve. To join the special investigation team, one must possess the capability to do so. If we cannot even solve this case, then what is the point of aspiring to join the special investigation team

A day later, we still felt like headless flies. Although Captain Shi had grasped the general direction, it was far from ideal. The comrades had almost turned the entire Niulan Village upside down, yet they still could not find the first crime scene. Logically speaking, if a person had been stabbed multiple times from the front, there would inevitably be bloodstains left behind, and bloodstains are not something that can be easily removed. If this murderer were capable of using chemical methods to eliminate blood traces, then that person must be extraordinarily skilled.

However, to be cautious, I still checked the educational levels of the people in Niulan Village. After investigation, I found that the vast majority of the villagers only have junior high school diplomas, and many have not even completed junior high school. The highest educational attainment in the village is Zhang Dongcheng, who studied liberal arts in high school and economics in college, but he is currently working in another location. There are also about a dozen individuals who completed high school, but these people are mostly working outside and have not returned to the village. The highest educational attainment in the village is Zhang Dongcheng, who studied liberal arts in high school and economics in college, but he is currently working in another location. There are also about a dozen individuals who completed high school, but these people are mostly working outside and have not returned to the village.

Just as the spirits of the crowd were lifted, feeling that a clue had reemerged, two pieces of news arrived: Li Tang, the driver responsible for the Niulanshan to city line, was murdered inside the minibus, and Wang Guihua, after leaving the police station, did not return home, and her current whereabouts are unknown

He found a simple shed, and Lu Zhiwei appeared somewhat nervous, especially after learning about Zhang Fushun's death. Externally, he had dark skin, a square face, and large eyes, with scars at the corners. He had lived for forty years, and apart from obtaining his identity card, it was his first time dealing with the police. According to Lu Zhiwei, he had previously said he wanted to kill Zhang Fushun, but that was just a momentary outburst; there are many who shout about wanting to kill every day... If that counts, how many people would die each year... He had lived for forty years, and apart from obtaining his identity card, it was his first time dealing with the police. According to Lu Zhiwei, he had previously said he wanted to kill Zhang Fushun, but that was just a momentary outburst; there are many who shout about wanting to kill every day... If that counts, how many people would die each year...

The matter has been the talk of the town, and now anyone I encounter is discussing this case! What can I say to you? Look at your report; it has been three days, and not a single clue has been uncovered. Don't let the special investigation team embarrass me, as it would only bring shame upon you as well! With that, Deputy Director Li stormed out.

Without discussing whether it can be achieved with a high school chemistry foundation, the time of the crime itself does not meet the requirements

Captain Shi glanced at the bustling construction site, where the cheerful atmosphere of lunchtime wafted over. A hefty man drove out in a sedan, not forgetting to greet us with a smile before leaving. Captain Shi shook his head and said, "The world is cold and indifferent; relatives may still grieve, while others have already begun to sing. Regardless of how others behave, our responsibility is to capture the murderer and provide justice for the victim"

The big man stood nearby, the weather was sultry, and before long he was drenched in sweat. Captain Shi asked the big contractor a few questions, which were basically confirmed by everyone present. Zhang Fushun left the construction site on July 4th, took a day off, without mentioning where he was going or what he was going to do. At the construction site, one earns money for each day worked, and since Zhang Fushun did not return for a week, no one paid much attention.

We are utterly at a loss regarding the most critical issues, and with twenty-four hours having passed, we have no evidence whatsoever, so we can only release Wang Guihua for the time being. However, Zhang Fushun's body must continue to undergo an autopsy and cannot be released. It has now been three days since the body was discovered, and the police have yet to find any clues regarding this case, facing immense pressure from both above and below.

I will remember this sentence for a lifetime

Upon hearing my words, Shi Dui slapped his forehead and said, "That's right! How could I have overlooked this point? Immediately investigate the bicycles and motorcycles in Niulan Village to see if any have been reported missing! The driver of the minibus must also be investigated! Check the surveillance footage to see which taxis and motorcycles have entered the city from the direction of Niulanshan recently!"

Suddenly, a thought flashed through my mind: the mountain road is long, and it takes more than two hours just to travel from the city to the foot of the mountain. If the murderer intends to leave, unless they have their own means of transportation, they will certainly have to take public transport to depart

Captain Shi exposed my thoughts, and I felt a bit embarrassed, but at the same time, I retorted: "Isn't there still the special case team... I heard that they don't just watch surveillance every day; any case that can't be solved must be handled by them."

Having gained a basic understanding of the situation and ruled out Lu Zhiwei's suspicion, we arrived at their residence. It was noon, and many workers were waiting for their meal. A large pot was simmering with pork, emitting a bubbling sound. One by one, the workers passed by, ladling hot noodles. We inspected Zhang Fushun's bunk and, in the process, checked the entire room.

The stout man, seeing that we were unfamiliar faces, waved his hand to shoo us away. It was only after we revealed our identities that he approached us with a smile, offering us cigarettes, and said: "I assure you, everyone, our procedures are all in order, completely legitimate, and we never break the law. Just last week, I helped an elderly lady cross the street..."

There is nothing suspicious either; the room is not large, with bunk beds that can accommodate dozens of people in total. Next to each bed, there is a table, and there are four drawers in total. Upon opening the drawer belonging to Zhang Fushun, I found half a pack of cigarettes, several coins worth a few dimes, an old-fashioned flashlight, and a photograph.

They had fought before, but that was also because both of them had drunk a bit too much. The injury at the corner of his eye was left by Zhang Fushun, and many of the workers are aware of this incident

The mood of the crowd appeared somewhat downcast, yet at the same time, their minds were tightly wound. Three days; there were only three days left for everyone. Captain Shi approached and patted me on the shoulder, then said: "Kid, do you want to join the special case team? Then you better be fully alert."

Where is the first scene? What is the murder weapon? Who are the other suspects?

"Special Case Team?" Captain Shi's eyes lit up as he glanced at me, then said: "You little rascal, just became a criminal police officer and you already want to join the Special Case Team. I'm not saying this to discourage you, but that team selects the top police officers from across the country. I didn't even get in, so how could you? You should learn more from me. You're lucky, coming in and encountering such a peculiar case..."

Stone team! I said loudly: "Means of transportation!"

Captain Shi was asking questions nearby, while Wang Gang and I were observing Lu Zhiwei. Wang Gang was somewhat impatient; his temper was fiery, and this slow pace was clearly not suitable for him. After simply asking Lu Zhiwei a few questions, although he spoke with some stuttering, his expression did not seem to indicate that he was lying. Most of the workers could attest that Lu Zhiwei had been at the construction site throughout July and had never left.

This person cannot possibly be Wang Guihua

I closed my eyes and took a few deep breaths. The investigation was still ongoing, and I sat in the chair, pondering carefully. We must have overlooked some important clues during this process. ... Where exactly did the victim die? After the murder, where did the killer hide? Who is he? If he is not from the village, how did he come here ...

After meeting, Wang Gang informed us that Zhang Fushun had recently had a verbal altercation with another worker at the construction site, during which the other party claimed that he would take Zhang Fushun's life within a month. It was understood that the conflict arose over the ownership of three hundred yuan. Zhang Fushun firmly insisted that the other party owed him three hundred yuan, while the other party claimed otherwise. Thus, the verbal dispute escalated into a physical fight, resulting in both individuals sustaining injuries of varying degrees

Captain Shi waved his hand in refusal, then said: "We are the police, here to understand some circumstances"

When leaving, the overweight man repeatedly insisted on treating us to a meal, while continuously praising us, placing various flattering titles upon us. However, he did not express the slightest sorrow or lamentation over the death of Zhang Fushun, despite the fact that Zhang Fushun had worked alongside him for many years.

I simply found a small noodle shop to eat, and I asked with a bit of a headache: "This lead has gone cold again, who is the real murderer?" Wang Gang also shook his head; the lead regarding revenge had dried up, and no useful clues had emerged from Wang Guihua's interrogation. Could it be that Zhang Fushun stabbed himself six or seven times, then jumped into the well and covered himself with stones? Indeed, there are some investigators in certain areas who would dare to conclude such a case. Could it be that Zhang Fushun stabbed himself six or seven times, then jumped into the well and covered himself with stones? Indeed, there are some investigators in certain areas who would dare to conclude such a case

The person who fought with Zhang Fushun is named Lu Zhiwei, aged 40 this year. He works as a brick mover on a construction site, relying solely on his physical strength to make a living. He is still unmarried and believes that as long as he is well-fed, his family will not go hungry.

Deputy Director Li of the Municipal Bureau held a brief meeting with us to establish a special task force for case 7.12, led by Captain Shi, with full cooperation from the team below. He stated that if the case is not solved soon, where can I put this old face of mine? If the case remains unsolved in three days, a special investigation team will be dispatched from above. What does this mean? It clearly indicates to us that the Director of the Yuzhou City Public Security Bureau is merely a figurehead, and that the team members below are completely incapable.

Captain Shi said to me while eating noodles: "Do you think being a criminal police officer is easy? On television, they say 'after police investigation,' but do you know how much effort that takes? I know what you're thinking, wanting to solve major cases, wanting to crack special cases, but you don't realize that for many criminal police officers, their daily task is just watching surveillance footage, and they can do that for several days straight!"