Chapter 3, The Willow Branch Sweeps Away the Darkness

Taking a deep breath, Chen Hao pressed the doorbell

"Who are you?" Zhou Gang looked at Chen Hao, somewhat puzzled

Chen Hao continued, "Of course, if you think I am unreliable, that is fine. However, it has been three years; have you encountered anyone who can truly see you? In this day and age, cultivation is not easy. Meeting this master is your fate; otherwise, if you wish to seek revenge, you can only hope that that Brother Hu suffers divine retribution"

As a police officer, he only believes in evidence

Chen Hao quickly smiled and said: "Hello, sister-in-law, I am looking for Captain Zhou Gang. Is he at home?"

Chen Hao hesitated and said: "From what you mean, it seems that you want to take a life for a life. This is not unreasonable. However, although I am a mage, I am still a human being. As a human, I must abide by the law and cannot kill indiscriminately. Otherwise, how am I any different from Brother Hu?"

However, I have never tried it myself, nor do I know if it will work here

However, when it comes to one's own future, even if one feels timid, one must strive with all their might

Although Chen Hao wore a smile on his face, he was also feeling nervous inside

The situation of the little girl has already been scanned, and only then did he speak up

Chen Hao came to his senses and smiled, saying: "Captain Zhou, hello, my name is Chen Hao. I came uninvited, and I hope you can forgive me."

Chen Hao let out a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Rest assured, this master has come out this time to experience the mortal world and cultivate. Helping you will allow this master to earn merits, which is beneficial for cultivation. I certainly will not miss such a good opportunity."

Oh!

The daughter's crying started yesterday, and despite seeing a doctor, it has not improved. Today, he is on leave and intends to take his daughter to a large hospital for further examination.

The most famous case is the sensational doll murder case in Shicheng, where just before the suspect was about to be convicted, Zhou Gang managed to uncover the true culprit from the slightest clues, thereby exonerating the wrongfully accused

The room is neither too large nor too small, approximately over 100 square meters, with a very minimalist arrangement, yet it appears quite cozy

This is a little girl, about two or three years old, wearing a floral dress, with her hair styled beautifully. However, at this moment, she is crying incessantly, her face streaming with tears. Above the child's head, a wisp of dark energy swirls, exuding a chilling aura

The willow branches drive away the darkness, which is also a superstitious practice from his hometown. Additionally, there are practices such as placing chopsticks upright in a bowl of water and calling back the souls of relatives, all of which he witnessed firsthand during his childhood in his hometown, many of which had strangely positive outcomes

Chen Hao's eyes lit up: "So much evidence, it's enough for him to drink a pot. Liu Yue'e, if you believe me, just come with me. I will help you take revenge through legal means, and I guarantee you will be satisfied. What do you say, is it feasible?"

Zhou Gang looked Chen Hao up and down a few times, confirming that he had never seen him before. He then looked at Chen Hao, waiting for him to continue explaining his purpose.

Chen Hao smiled and said: "Have you ever seen a cat and a mouse become friends? This is merely a relationship based on interests. Moreover, even if there are a few bad police officers, the majority are still good. You must believe in the fairness of the law. As long as the operations are conducted properly, Brother Hu will certainly face legal consequences, of course, this requires sufficient evidence"

However, what surprised Chen Hao was the child in his arms

The man is Zhou Gang, whom he found online last night

Just as I was about to look for Zhou Gang, Chen Hao suddenly had a startled expression

He clearly saw that the black gas was dissipated by a kind of bluish-green gas emanating from the black willow branches

With a hesitant glance at Chen Hao, the woman walked over to Zhou Gang and gently waved a willow branch above her daughter's head

Zhou Gang looked at Chen Hao with suspicion

Under the gaze of three adults, the willow branches gently swayed

Captain of the Second Team of the Criminal Investigation Division of the Shicheng Police Department. The iron-blooded officers of Shicheng are renowned for their formidable reputation, with over ten years of service, having solved numerous complex cases and apprehended dozens of various criminals

Indeed, the rumors circulating among the people are not without basis; this willow branch is truly a remarkable item

It is quite miraculous; after just a few moments, the little girl who was originally crying incessantly has gradually quieted her sobs. Slowly, she opens her eyes and curiously gazes at the willow branches, as if she still wishes to reach out and grasp them

Zhou Gang did not intervene

The gentle woman glanced at her crying daughter, then at Zhou Gang, and suddenly turned around and left

Liu Yue'e hesitated for a moment and then spoke: "I know the evidence. That Brother Hu has harmed many girls, and the entire process of his wrongdoing was recorded on video as a means to threaten the girls. Additionally, I know where he has hidden the ledger of his bribes. Furthermore, Brother Hu is also involved in drug trafficking. Just last night, he received a significant shipment from an out-of-town drug dealer, all hidden in a private room of a nightclub under his control"

She is indeed a pitiful girl, in the prime of her youth, not only failing to enjoy it properly but instead falling into the clutches of evil, suffering from humiliation, and dying before reaching the age of thirty.

Immediately, Chen Hao and Liu Yue'e discussed briefly and then left the abandoned old house

Upon learning the cause of the female ghost's death, Chen Hao sighed once again in his heart

With the waving of the willow branches, the dark energy swirling above the little girl's head was dispersed completely, like dust.

Police? Liu Yue'e let out a cold laugh: "For the past three years, I have followed Brother Hu every night. He has committed numerous crimes, but he has also made many powerful connections. Even the police have their friends, often bathing, drinking, and entertaining women together."

Liu Yue'e said bitterly: "Apart from trusting you, I have no other choice. I hope the mage will not deceive me"

Upon hearing Chen Hao's words, both Zhou Gang and the gentlewoman who had just turned around were taken aback

At this age, apart from obtaining his identity card, this is Chen Hao's first time actively engaging with the police, and he felt somewhat nervous.

According to the address, Chen Hao arrived at Zhou Gang's home

The woman forced a smile and said, "Zhou Gang is at home, um, please come in, sir."

It is evident that this unsolicited mage chose to assist himself only because there are benefits involved, which makes it more trustworthy than an unprovoked contribution

He saw a burly man in his thirties with a resolute face carrying a child as he walked out of the bedroom

In her youth, a gentle woman turned around breathlessly, holding a fresh willow branch in her hand

That Brother Hu truly deserves no pity in death

Chen Hao politely walked in and immediately heard a loud cry.

This unfamiliar young man arrived uninvited, did not state his purpose, yet spoke such a seemingly superstitious remark, what does it mean

Who are you? the woman asked

This miraculous scene left Zhou Gang wide-eyed, while the gentle woman was filled with a mix of fear and joy.

The gentle woman suddenly changed her expression and hurriedly spoke: "This esteemed... brother, are you saying my daughter..."

Liu Yue'e fell silent, seemingly in hesitation

Chen Hao smiled and said, "If sister-in-law trusts me, you can try it and see for yourself"

Chen Hao only felt a chilling sensation piercing his skin, making him uncomfortable all over. He quickly said, "I mean to help you, but we must be methodical about it. Killing someone is out of the question. However, do you have any evidence against that Tiger Brother? As the saying goes, when in trouble, seek the police. What do you think?"

Having confirmed the partner for cooperation, the next day, Chen Hao went early in the morning to the police station, and after handing over a pack of cigarettes, he inquired about Zhou Gang's home address. Coincidentally, he was on leave that day

However, while it is easy to talk about, it is not easy to help

Chen Hao wishes to utilize the law to assist Liu Yue'e, and therefore needs to find a trustworthy police officer; otherwise, reporting to the police here may lead to leaks of information elsewhere

This is the third floor of a residential community

In the early hours, the door opened, revealing the gentle and beautiful face of a woman, though she appeared somewhat haggard

Suddenly encountering a person like Chen Hao, along with such words, made him feel that this young man was suspicious

Hearing Chen Hao's words, Liu Yue'e's gaze softened considerably

Liu Yue'e expressed her dissatisfaction, and the resentment within her began to surface: "Mage, you just said you would help me."

Upon arriving at an internet café, Chen Hao conducted an online investigation into the Shicheng police and soon identified a suspect.

With a slight pause, Chen Hao surveyed his surroundings

Zhou Gang

Chen Hao smiled and said, "Captain Zhou, if you believe me, you can ask your wife to go to the riverbank outside the community to cut a fresh willow branch. If she gently strokes it on the child's head a couple of times, the child will stop crying"

In Chen Hao's eyes, it is also very interesting