Everything I bought on online shopping platforms was genuine.

The party lasted until 9 p.m., when He Xiaoyue, Wang Chu, and Chuanmei finished cleaning and washing up.

We can't just leave it here; otherwise, when we come back for the New Year, we won't be able to stay in this house.

The others sat on the sofa chatting, while Wangcai and Sangbiao went back to their own places to sleep.

"Yunyun, when do you get a day off?" Liu Ruyan asked while sipping her tea to aid digestion.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yun shook her head: "I won't be able to take a holiday before the New Year. I have to work on New Year's Eve. I'll officially start my holiday on the first day of the Lunar New Year!"

"Huh? It's my shift this year? No way! Did something happen?" Liu Ruyan was taken aback and then asked.

It's important to know that Zhao Yun is not an ordinary grassroots police officer; she is a team leader. Although she is the team leader of a branch office, she is still considered a leader.

It's one thing to be on duty during normal times, but how could someone manage to swing at her during a duty shift like Chinese New Year?
"Hey, we still haven't closed the last case, and now we have a notice that says all the branch offices need to strengthen security to prevent accidents from happening."

"You know how it is every year during the Spring Festival, there are always some drunk people causing trouble. In normal cases, ordinary police officers can handle it, but since we haven't closed this case yet, we can only work harder." Zhao Yun also sighed helplessly while holding her teacup.

Upon hearing this, Miss Yuan's eyes lit up: "Cousin, the case of Director Wang's wife being hit by a car hasn't been investigated yet?"

“An investigation? The perpetrator suddenly passed away the day before yesterday. He just walked away. We’re all dumbfounded,” Zhao Yun said, putting on a mask of grief.

Originally, this matter could still be investigated, since Director Wang was highly suspicious. Now that the perpetrator has passed away due to illness, even if Director Wang really has a problem, the difficulty of investigating it has increased dramatically.

Upon hearing this, Miss Yuan instantly sprang to her feet from the sofa, clenching her small fists: "Beautiful!"

Zhao Yun: →_→

"Um, I mean, cousin, you look really beautiful today." Miss Yuan quickly suppressed her excitement when she saw Ms. Zhao's unfriendly gaze.

While this result greatly satisfied her sense of vindication, it undeniably increased the workload and difficulty for Zhao Yun and the other investigators.

"Wait a minute? Didn't you say last time that it would be about two more months? How long has it been?" Lin Mo asked in confusion.

From the last time until now, it's been less than a month. It all happened so suddenly.

“They were already in the late stage of the disease. They said two months, but that was only theoretical. They could fall asleep and never wake up again. That’s why we didn’t dare to admit them. We could only inquire and think that if we could close the case quickly and sentence them accordingly, the prison could take them in. But now, there’s no way to prove anything,” Zhao Yun said helplessly.

Unfortunately, the place where the deceased was hit was within their department's jurisdiction, so as a criminal investigator, she naturally had to take him there for investigation. Fortunately, they were careful enough, otherwise they could have easily gotten into trouble.

In the blink of an eye, it's gone! Who wouldn't be scared?
"So how will this case most likely be judged?" Liu Ruyan asked.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yun thought for a moment and realized that everyone here was an acquaintance, and she already knew about the case through Shen Qingnan, so she became less cautious and said, "Let's see if we can find evidence to prove that this matter is related to Director Wang."

If he can be found, he will definitely be held responsible. If there is no evidence, then the case can only be closed, since the perpetrator has died. The murderer's death means the case is closed.

As for compensation, that's a matter for the courts, it has nothing to do with us. We're only responsible for investigating the case!

Upon hearing this, everyone sighed with sorrow, but it must be said that the deceased old man was quite a character.

Soon, Director Wang and the others finished cleaning up, and everyone went home and dispersed.

But as they left, everyone had smiles on their faces, clearly indicating that today's gathering was quite enjoyable, and at least they had all managed to relax a bit.

Since they had both drunk alcohol, Lin Mo was also a little tipsy. After returning, the two of them simply washed up and rested.

On the 25th day of the twelfth lunar month, at eight o'clock in the morning, Lin Mo and Liu Ruyan went downstairs together.

"You drive straight to the company. Sister Yuan and I will drop someone off and come to the company to find you this afternoon," Lin Mo said, knocking on Liu Ruyan's car window.

Today, Chuanmei and three others are returning to their hometown for the Spring Festival. There are quite a few people, and with their luggage, one car simply can't fit them all.

Upon hearing this, Liu Ruyan nodded: "Okay, then I'll go first and wait for you at the company!"

After saying that, Liu Ruyan drove out of the community. Seeing this, Lin Mo walked towards the parking lot of Miss Yuan and the others. At this time, Chuanmei and the others were putting their suitcases in the car.

Of the three, only Director Wang had the least luggage—just a backpack. The other three each had a huge suitcase and a backpack. It's understandable that girls have a lot of stuff, but the Sichuan girl's luggage was simply excessive.

Not only do you need live streaming equipment, but also cosmetics, and you need to live stream the clothes you change into when you go home for the Chinese New Year. You could say you need even more than a woman.

"How's it going? Is everything ready?" Lin Mo asked, patting the back of the car.

In response, the Sichuan girl gave an "OK" sign, and then everyone got into the car.

Miss Yuan naturally drove her new car, Little Purple, which is now her prized possession, while Lin Mo drove the studio's public bus, Tank.

Normally, the class monitor and He Xiaoyue would take the high-speed rail home, but this time they were arranged to take the plane instead.

An hour and a half later, the group arrived at the airport by car.

"Are you really not considering taking the subway? At least it's safe!" Lin Mo earnestly advised from outside the ticket gate.

There's no other reason than that, ever since he took a plane back from Harbin last time and his buffs were fully stacked, he vowed in his heart that he would never fly again.

If it weren't for his "Great Joy of the Machine" playing its role, things might have turned out very differently last time.

You might not even be left with ashes. The subway may be slower, but at least it's safe!
"Old Mo, airplanes are the safest mode of transportation in the world. Why are you getting more timid as you get richer?" Chuanmei said from the side.

Wang nodded in agreement: "It's Lao Mo, I don't really care, but it's so tiring for the class monitor, a girl, to take the high-speed rail back!"

He Xiaoyue: "Look at me! I'm a girl too, okay!"

Seeing everyone's attitude, Lin Mo shook his head helplessly. Sure enough, knowing too much is no good. At least they can still be carefree fools.

If I hadn't knelt down and kowtowed in the airplane lavatory, they probably would have been wiped out.

【Dear Passenger】

Just then, an announcement came over the loudspeaker in the airport. Upon hearing this, the class monitor and He Xiaoyue quickly waved to everyone.

"We're going in now, see you next year!"

"See you next year, Sister Yuan! Remember to call me!"

Lin Mo and the others waved goodbye. It would be next year, and everyone would be a year older then. In other words, Lin Mo and the others would only have six months left at school.

"Bye-bye, call me when you get home!"

"See you next year!"

Half an hour after the two platoon leaders went inside, the broadcast came on again, this time it was Director Wang and Chuanmei's turn.

"Have a safe journey. Let us know in the group chat when the plane lands!" Lin Mo patted the two on the shoulder and said.

The two nodded. The Sichuan girl said, "Don't worry, drive carefully on your way back. See you next year!"

Director Wang: "Old Mo, I'm leaving now. See you next year, Sister Yuan!"

Miss Yuan: "Get lost!"

After the two figures disappeared from sight, Lin Mo could clearly sense that Miss Yuan beside him was somewhat downcast.

"Sister Yuan, I'm here for you! Zhou, go to the company and find Zhang Wei!"

“Go, go, go”

(End of this chapter)