Captain Lu was aloof again today.

Chapter 219 Abnormality
The case of Liyang Hotel is like a large net, centered on the Hua family father and son, extending and intertwining in all directions, stirring up the seemingly calm waters of Tangzhou into a murky mess.

Many high-ranking officials were implicated, and more than a dozen people were imprisoned. The interrogation room of the Municipal Public Security Bureau was brightly lit, but no one knew who was behind Hua Rongchang.

Or rather, no one dares to say it.

They did it very cleanly; all their shady transactions were conducted through foreign black accounts, leaving no trace.

Now that Hua Rongchang is dead in prison and Guan Wenhan is in a vegetative state, Guo Wenjin has chosen to remain silent for the sake of his daughter.

Even if he were willing to speak, he's just someone who takes money to do things, and he might not know anything deeper.

Is this case really beyond investigation?
Wei Qingsong lowered her eyes and pondered for a long time before finally thinking of another person: "What about Guan Kai? He used to be active in Xuancheng with Guan Wenhan. Now that so many things have happened, can he still continue to be a rising star in the business world with a clear conscience?"

Lu Jingming seemed to have anticipated what she was going to say. He picked up an apple from the table and peeled it as he spoke, "A lot happened during the three days you were unconscious. Listen to me slowly."

“I know you want to get justice for the victims as soon as possible, but this case, on the surface, cannot continue here.”

“Even before Guan Wenhan jumped off the building, or even earlier, Guan Kai had already been taken into custody by the Xuancheng police. The reason given by the Xuancheng police was that he was involved in organized crime. We requested to be transferred to another province for interrogation, but it was refused. They believed that Guan Kai had never left Xuancheng and had nothing to do with the case in Tangzhou.”

"Why is this happening?" Wei Qingsong frowned slightly. Under normal circumstances, the Xuancheng police should not refuse such a reasonable request.

“There are many possibilities. To guess the worst, someone is putting pressure on us.” The apple in Lu Jingming’s hand suddenly broke off its skin.

His gaze was deep: "Several days ago, the province issued instructions that because of the upcoming leadership change, the province did not want to investigate further. It was Director Wang who withstood the pressure and wrote seven reports to buy us more time."

"But now, there's nothing he can do."

"Firstly, Guan Wenhan's suicide at the Sunshine Building caused a huge uproar, with numerous comments on social media, and the province did not want the public opinion to escalate. Secondly, Director Wang retired early, and the new director appointed by the province has not yet taken office."

Wei Qingsong was stunned: "Early retirement, is it because of this case?"

No wonder, she always felt that Director Wang's words were earnest and had a hidden meaning.

So, back then, he had already foreseen this outcome?

He said he felt powerless and trembling with fear, but he still did his best to help them win in the end and became their solid support.

“That’s part of it, but not entirely.” Lu Jingming handed the peeled apple to Wei Qingsong. “Today the bureau is holding a farewell party for Director Wang, and he specifically asked me to tell you this.”

“He said it was his duty and you didn’t need to feel any burden. He was once lost and confused, but in the end, he did not forget his responsibilities, nor did he forget the weight of the epaulets.”

Wei Qingsong looked down at the apple and remained silent for a long time.

Even now, some people still want to cover up the truth, believing that everyone will bow to power and the truth will never be revealed.

But what those people don't know is that many others work day and night, not just to find peace of mind.

Lu Jingming's gaze softened: "Of course, it's just that it can't continue on the surface. There will always be a turning point."

Wei Qingsong lowered his eyes in thought, his fingertips slowly stroking the apple.

What turning point could there be now?

After thinking for a long time, she suddenly thought of someone else: "I wonder if Hua Wanjun's condition has improved. Perhaps we should find some time to go to Yusen Sanatorium again."

During their last visit to the sanatorium, they did not meet Hua Wanjun; they only learned some information from the medical staff and the director.

Many things still need to be confirmed with Hua Wanjun herself.

Yun Peilan, who had been silently observing the two, froze on her face upon hearing this: "Yusen Sanatorium? What are you going to that place for?" Wei Qingsong was slightly taken aback; his foster mother's reaction was somewhat unusual.

She patiently explained, "There is a witness in a case who is currently receiving treatment at Yusen Sanatorium due to a serious mental illness, and I would like to meet with her when I have some free time."

After she finished speaking, she stared intently at her adoptive mother, observing her reaction.

Yun Peilan breathed a sigh of relief, exchanged a glance with Wei Sihua, and then said cautiously, "After all, not everyone in the sanatorium is normal, and there are many dangerous people. As a girl, it's best if you go there less often."

Wei Sihua added, "Your mother was also worried about you getting hurt. After you came back, she talked about you every single day, afraid that you weren't eating or dressing well. If you were wronged, she felt even worse than you did."

Wei Qingsong understood, of course, that her adoptive parents treated her as their own daughter and raised her with all their heart.

She is able to grow up to be a normal person, instead of being as twisted as Yan Zhi or as domineering as Yan Yun, all thanks to them.

So even though she noticed their obvious unusual behavior, she simply went along with it and said, "Okay, I understand, I won't go."

It's not a bad thing to tell a white lie occasionally to put their minds at ease.

As for her adoptive parents' inexplicable aversion to Yusen Sanatorium, although she didn't know the reason, she believed they must have their own reasons.

Wei Qingsong took a bite of the apple, lowering her eyes to conceal her emotions.

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Her adoptive parents refused to let her leave the hospital early, and the days she spent in the hospital for observation were incredibly boring. Lu Jingming also became busy, and he could only spend a short time with her at the hospital each day.

She knew that no matter how unwilling she was, the case of the Liyang Hotel could only be closed on the surface as "Guan Wenhan" committing suicide out of fear of punishment, even though the woman's identity was not clearly defined.

However, Guan Wenhan's alleged involvement in organized crime provides ample room for fabrication to make the entire case seem plausible.

She can't control what some people think, but she will never give up on the pursuit of the truth.

The rainy season in Tangzhou has not yet stopped, and the pattering rain is quite soothing.

Half asleep and half awake, Wei Qingsong vaguely saw a man in a white coat walk into the room.

She snapped back to reality, jolted upright, and glared sharply at the doctor a few steps away.

...It wasn't Ye Chen.

Her tense nerves instantly relaxed, and she secretly sighed that she had been too paranoid. No matter how powerful Ye Chen was, he wouldn't do anything blatantly in the hospital.

Yun Peilan smiled helplessly yet indulgently: "You child, you're always so easily startled. Be careful not to bump your head again."

The middle-aged doctor, who had an ordinary appearance, smiled gently: "It's not that exaggerated. She's recovering very well and can be discharged in the next couple of days."

"Okay, okay, thank you, doctor. You've really gone to a lot of trouble." Yun Peilan thanked him repeatedly.

"It's my duty." The doctor gave a few more instructions, then turned and walked out with a normal expression.

I almost bumped into Shen Fu at the door.

"Excuse me." Shen Fu quickly stepped aside to let the doctor go first.

The two were very close, and she could easily smell the faint bergamot scent on the doctor.