Chapter 1923: 1923: Perhaps You Fell into Someone Else's Trap from the Very Beginning

Chapter 1923: Chapter 1923: Perhaps You Fell into Someone Else’s Trap from the Very Beginning

He Jianmiao also received a phone call quickly, it was from the department’s leader.

The leader informed He Jianmiao over the phone that the case would be handled by the City Bureau, but criminal investigation experts from the department would participate in the investigation.

What the leader emphasized to He Jianmiao was that they should not make things difficult for the descendants of the Ling Family present and should not restrict their freedom. The Ling Family wanted to intervene in the investigation of this case, and he instructed the Yanjing City Bureau to provide a certain level of cooperation and maximum convenience where possible.

After receiving the call from the leader, He Jianmiao finally breathed a sigh of relief.

With instructions from above and understanding the true intentions of those bigshots, it became much easier for them to proceed.

After taking the call, He Jianmiao walked over to Luo Ziling and Ling Zhengmin to inquire about some details in person, then informed them that the Yanjing City Bureau would deploy extensive police forces to investigate, and they would thoroughly search the scene, not overlooking any clues. “We will do our best to crack this case, and hope we can cooperate with each other to capture the murderer as soon as possible.”

He Jianmiao spoke with finesse, suggesting not that Luo Ziling and the Ling Family cooperate with the police, but to work with mutual cooperation.

Luo Ziling understood the implication in He Jianmiao’s words and didn’t hold back, instructing Yang Xiaodong and Wang Zhenjun to personally step in and search the scene with the police, reporting any abnormalities they found to the authorities.

Several policemen from the City Bureau also came over to question Luo Ziling and a few descendants of the Ling Family to understand the full sequence of events.

Luo Ziling cooperated fully, divulging his movements throughout the day to the police.

Ling Haining, Ling Haiyang, and Ling Haijun hesitated briefly before also disclosing their whereabouts to the police.

With such cooperation from these high-profile individuals, He Jianmiao breathed a sigh of relief.

After questioning everyone’s testimony and thoroughly investigating the scene, the police left the scene in batches.

The scene remained under surveillance without police permission, prohibiting unrelated personnel from entering.

Ling Haihang’s body was also taken away by the police for further autopsy examination.

The police only moved the body with Ling Zhengmin’s consent.

After the majority of the police left, two policemen and two auxiliary officers remained at the scene, only preventing unrelated personnel from entering without taking any other actions.

A police car was parked in the courtyard of Northern Pharmaceuticals, with the two policemen and two auxiliary officers taking turns to rest.

After the main police force withdrew, it was already one o’clock in the latter half of the night.

Ling Haining, Ling Haiyang, and Ling Haijun were not allowed to leave the Northern Pharmaceuticals building, instead, they were instructed to continue staying there.

This was also a request from the police.

Of course, the police did not insist that they must stay there, but requested that they be prepared for summons at any time and report their whereabouts if they change locations. Luo Ziling simply didn’t let them leave.

After settling the three descendants of the Ling Family, Luo Ziling did not leave immediately but summoned two members of Dragon Rise to inquire about the specific circumstances.

The two members of Dragon Rise were very remorseful because they hadn’t noticed the intruder.

“We were negligent, thinking no one would infiltrate,” the male member admitted his mistake to Luo Ziling, head down, “Thus, we didn’t realize someone planned to assassinate Ling Haihang.”

“Clearly, the perpetrator is a skilled expert,” Luo Ziling appeared deep in thought, “If it were an ordinary person, they would have disturbed you.”

The two Dragon Rise members remained silent, unsure of what to say.

“Alright, go back and rest; we’ll take care of the next steps,” Luo Ziling patted the male member on the shoulder, smiling, “After all, they weren’t targeting you; Ling Haihang and Ling Haiyang’s residence is a distance from your room, facing different directions. It’s impossible to keep watch 24 hours a day, and it’s quite normal for someone to successfully carry out a surprise attack.”

Even though Luo Ziling comforted them with kind words, the two Dragon Rise members still felt uneasy.

They felt they had failed in their duty, such a significant event had occurred without them detecting it, and they couldn’t provide any help, feeling deeply remorseful.

As Luo Ziling was preparing to drive away, he received a call from Lin Lan.

“Do I need to participate?” Lin Lan straightforwardly stated her intention, sparing any courtesies.

“Do you have sharper ears?” Luo Ziling jokingly teased, “Did your comrades inform you of this situation?”

“They are under my responsibility,” Lin Lan did not deny, “They will face disciplinary action for failing their duties.”

“Don’t you think that’s too harsh?” Luo Ziling was somewhat surprised, “I don’t believe it’s their fault. No one expected someone to infiltrate here and launch a surprise attack on them.”

“They should have been responsible for everyone’s safety, but someone was killed right under their noses, and they were completely unaware. This is an unforgivable dereliction of duty. Even though they were only recently integrated into Dragon Rise and far less capable than others, this is no excuse for mistakes,” Lin Lan did not delve into the issue with Luo Ziling, “Just let me know, do you want me to join the investigation?”

“If you’re really bored, come join the fun,” Luo Ziling joked but quickly added, worried about Lin Lan’s anger, “Then join our investigation; with you on board, the matter will surely be resolved quickly.”

“You might end up disappointed,” Lin Lan somewhat annoyedly said, “I’ll come find you shortly.”

“Really?” Luo Ziling was dumbfounded, “Girl, it’s so late, won’t you sleep?”

“See you in half an hour,” Lin Lan ignored Luo Ziling’s words and hung up.

Luo Ziling stood there, staring at the already disconnected phone, feeling irritated. He then instructed Yang Xiaodong, who widened his eyes through the rearview mirror mockingly, “Hurry up and find a place for late-night snacks, drop me off, and you all go mind your business, don’t bother me.”

“Yes, yes, Master Comrade, rest assured we won’t act as third wheels,” Yang Xiaodong readily agreed, “With Kong Que to protect you closely, nothing will go wrong.”

Watching Yang Xiaodong speak with such a suggestive expression, Luo Ziling felt like kicking him off the car.

Nearby the school, they found a place to have hotpot, then Luo Ziling sent Lin Lan a message to invite her for a late-night snack.

Yang Xiaodong, Wang Zhenjun, and the other subordinates promptly vanished.

Lin Lan arrived at the hotpot restaurant selected by Luo Ziling in just over twenty minutes.

Tonight, she drove a very understated SUV, wearing casual clothes and a large pair of glasses.

“Maybe from the start you fell into someone’s trap,” as soon as they met, Lin Lan unveiled a viewpoint that stunned Luo Ziling, “Have you considered someone might have set this up, intending to entrap you completely?”

Luo Ziling listened and stood there, dazed.