Chapter 1: Mysterious Death
On this seemingly ordinary day, the town was shrouded in a layer of gloom. The respected elder was found dead in his study at home. When the police and detectives arrived, a strange silence pervaded the scene.
The study is located in a corner of the ancient mansion, surrounded by lush gardens. At this time, it was early summer, and the sunlight filtered through the mottled leaves, sprinkling on the windowsill of the study, but unable to dispel the gloomy atmosphere. The decoration in the room is elegant and solemn, with precious books on the shelves emitting an old-fashioned ink fragrance.
At the moment Detective Li Ming stepped into the room, his brow furrowed and his gaze scanned every corner with sharpness. He has a tall stature, with a resolute and wise look in his eyes. His neat suit makes him particularly capable.
This is so strange, the doors and windows are locked from the inside, how could this happen? "A young police officer couldn't help but mutter softly.
Li Ming didn't respond, he just walked slowly towards the deceased in front of the desk. The elder lay quietly on the chair, his face turning green and his eyes tightly closed, as if he had encountered sudden misfortune in a deep sleep. His hands naturally hung on either side of his body, with fingers slightly bent as if trying to grab something.
Li Ming squatted down and carefully observed the face of the deceased, secretly pondering in his heart, "His expression looks very calm, not like he has experienced intense struggle. Could it be poisoning
Boss, look at this! "Another officer pointed to a piece of paper on the desk and said.
Li Ming stood up and his gaze fell on the piece of paper. There is only one unfinished line on the paper: 'The secret is about to...'
What does this mean? Secret? Does the elder know something they shouldn't know? "Murmured Li Ming to himself.
At this moment, the forensic expert walked over with a serious expression and said, "The preliminary judgment is that he died from poisoning, but the specific source of the poison still needs further testing
Li Ming nodded and continued to look around. He noticed a seemingly inconspicuous handkerchief on the ground, picked it up and examined it carefully. One corner of the handkerchief was embroidered with a strange pattern.
This handkerchief... doesn't seem like something that belongs to the elderly, "Li Ming felt a hint of doubt in his heart.
The police officers on the side whispered to each other, discussing this bizarre case.
Could it be suicide
How is that possible? The elderly are highly respected and have a happy life in town, so there is no reason to commit suicide
Li Ming's doubts grew bigger and bigger as he listened to their discussion. He knew very well that this was by no means a simple case.
Everyone be quiet! "Li Ming shouted loudly," We must find out the truth and give the town an explanation
His voice was firm and powerful, making all the police officers present feel his determination to solve the case.
Chapter 2: Initial Clues
The strangeness of the case is like a thick dark cloud, weighing down the entire town and suffocating it. Panic and suspicion pervade people's hearts. Li Ming is well aware that even the slightest clue can become the key to unraveling this mystery.
Li Ming stepped into the crime scene again, and the afternoon sunlight slanted through the window, illuminating the floating dust in the room, but unable to dispel the gloom that enveloped his heart. He paced slowly, with a slight creaking sound coming from the wooden floor beneath his feet, as if telling some secret.
This case is like a maze, every path seems to be impassable, "Li Ming muttered to himself, unconsciously touching his chin with his hand, the tingling sensation of his stubble making him more alert. There was a hint of exhaustion in his eyes, but the resolute light never went out.
At this moment, a young police officer ran in panting and said, "Detective Li, we found a hidden drawer in the elder's bedroom with some strange letters inside
Li Ming's eyes lit up instantly, as if he had seen a glimmer of dawn in the darkness. "Quick, take me to see," he said
The two hurriedly arrived at the bedroom, where the afternoon sunlight was mostly blocked by heavy curtains, making the room appear somewhat dim. The drawer was carefully placed on the bed, and the letters inside were neatly arranged, as if waiting for their fate to be uncovered.
Li Ming opened the letter one by one, his brow furrowed and his face became more solemn. The paper of these letters has turned yellow and the handwriting is somewhat blurry, but the information revealed between the lines is chilling.
What does this really mean? "Li Ming whispered to himself," Did the elder really participate in some undisclosed secret operation
The police officer beside me couldn't help but ask, "Detective, can these letters explain anything
Li Ming shook his head and said, "I'm not sure yet, but this is definitely an important clue
Suddenly, Li Ming's phone rang out of place, breaking the silence in the room.
Detective Li, we have investigated the whereabouts of the elderly person before his death and found that he frequently visited an abandoned factory a few days before the incident. "The voice on the other end of the phone was urgent and nervous.
Li Ming's heart suddenly quickened. "Send someone to that factory immediately to conduct a careful search, and don't miss any details," he said
After hanging up the phone, Li Ming took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. His brain was running rapidly, pondering the connections between these clues.
As he walked out of the mansion, the surrounding residents immediately surrounded him, their eyes filled with anticipation and fear.
Detective, we must catch the murderer! "An old woman tightly grabbed Li Ming's hem and said in a trembling voice.
Don't worry, grandma. I will definitely give everyone an explanation, "Li Ming nodded solemnly, his gaze fixed firmly on the distance.
What's going on here? How could such a good elderly person suffer such a calamity? "A young man asked with a puzzled expression.
Li Ming patted the young man's shoulder and said, "We are working hard to investigate and believe there will be results soon
There were various voices of discussion in the crowd, and under everyone's gaze, Li Ming quickened his pace and walked towards the direction of the abandoned factory. His figure appeared lonely and resolute in the afterglow of the sunset.
Chapter 3: Suspect Emerges
Li Ming walked quickly towards the abandoned factory with full doubts and expectations. The gate of the factory has long rusted, surrounded by weeds and a barren land.
Entering the factory, Li Ming's footsteps echoed in the spacious workshop. Sunlight shines through the broken window, forming beams of light and dust dancing in them.
This place seems like no one has been here for a long time, "Li Ming muttered to himself, his eyes constantly searching for any possible clues.
Suddenly, he heard a faint sound, as if someone was hastily hiding. Li Ming immediately became alert and walked cautiously towards the direction of the sound.
In a corner, he found a pair of footprints with some dragging marks around them.
Can this be left by the murderer? "Li Ming thought to himself.
At this moment, a police officer called and said, "Detective Li, we have investigated the social relationships of the elderly, and there are several people whose movements before and after the incident are very suspicious
Li Ming carefully observed the surrounding environment and asked, "Who are they all
Firstly, there is the nephew of the elder, who has recently had a dispute with the elder due to property issues; secondly, there is the doctor in the small town, who is said to have had a medical dispute with the elder; and finally, there is a mysterious stranger who has been wandering around the small town for the past few days before the incident
Li Ming's brow furrowed even tighter: 'Bring them all back first and interrogate them separately.'
Returning to the police station, Li Ming first met the elder's nephew.
My uncle's death has nothing to do with me! "My nephew looked flustered and his eyes flickered.
Li Ming stared into his eyes and said coldly, "Then why did you behave so abnormally before and after the incident
My nephew stuttered and replied, "I... I was troubled by my own affairs
Then, the doctor was brought in.
I am innocent, I cannot kill the elderly, "the doctor shouted loudly.
Li Ming remained unmoved and calmly asked, "What's going on with your medical dispute with the elderly
The doctor fell silent for a moment before saying, "That was just a misunderstanding
Finally, the mysterious stranger sat in front of Li Ming.
The stranger remained silent, with a hint of vigilance in his eyes.
Li Ming said, "Tell me, what are you doing wandering around the small town
The stranger sneered and said, "You've arrested the wrong person
Li Ming fell into contemplation. All three of them were suspected, but who was the real culprit?
Chapter 4: Heavy Mist
Li Ming sat at his desk, with thick materials about three suspects in front of him. His fingers rhythmically tapped on the table, making a "solid" sound. Outside the window, the night was as thick as ink, and the dim yellow lights in the police station appeared somewhat dim in the darkness, as if they could be swallowed up at any moment.
Li Ming furrowed his brow and stared intently at the materials, his confusion intertwined like a tangled mess. These three people all have a motive for committing the crime, but who is the real culprit? "He murmured to himself, his voice particularly clear in the silent room.
At this moment, assistant Xiao Wang walked in lightly, breaking the solemn silence. Detective Li, we have conducted another in-depth investigation and found that the nephew had borrowed a large amount of money before the incident and urgently needed funds. "Xiao Wang's voice was lowered, as if afraid of disturbing the mystery that filled the room.
Li Ming lifted his head and a hint of contemplation flashed in his eyes. 'This indeed increases his suspicion. Could that money be his motive for killing?' he secretly speculated in his heart.
Xiao Wang continued, "And that doctor, although he claimed that the medical dispute with the elderly was a misunderstanding, someone saw them arguing fiercely in the hospital before the incident. It is said that the doctor's face turned red at that time, and the elderly were also furious
Li Ming furrowed his brow and stopped tapping his fingers. 'It seems that this doctor is not simple either. Is it because of a medical dispute that he holds a grudge and kills someone in pain?' Various possible scenarios kept popping up in his mind.
As for the stranger, we don't have any more clues yet, "Xiao Wang shrugged helplessly, with a hint of anxiety on his face.
Li Ming stood up and paced slowly in the room, making a rustling sound as his leather shoes rubbed against the ground. Continuing to dig deeper, there must be something we haven't discovered yet. No matter how subtle the clues may be, they could be the key to unraveling this mystery. "His tone was firm and resolute.
The next day, sunlight shone through the clouds and onto the streets of the small town, but it could not dispel the gloom surrounding the case. Li Ming decided to re-examine the crime scene, hoping to find any clues that were overlooked.
When he walked into the old man's study again, a stale aura filled his face. Everything in the room seemed to linger at the moment of the crime, silent and oppressive. Li Ming carefully observes every corner, not missing any subtle details.
He walked up to the bookshelf and scanned the neatly arranged books one by one. Suddenly, he noticed that the position of one of the books was somewhat off, appearing out of place with the neatly arranged surroundings.
Li Ming's heart suddenly quickened. He reached out and picked up the book, and a cold sweat broke out in his palm. The book trembled slightly in his hand, as if hiding an unknown secret.
Just as he opened the book, a piece of paper fell out from inside. The note has turned slightly yellow, with some strange numbers and symbols written on it, like some kind of password.
What does this mean? "Li Ming's brow furrowed into a knot, and his brain raced rapidly. Could this be a clue left by the murderer or a hint left by the elder himself? "Countless questions surged in his heart.
At this moment, the phone rang abruptly, sounding particularly piercing in this quiet room. Li Ming was startled, his hand trembled, and the note almost fell to the ground.
He took a deep breath and answered the phone, 'Hello?'
Detective Li, after further testing, it was found that the poison in the elderly's body is very rare, and the source of this poison is difficult to trace. "The forensic doctor's voice came from the phone with a hint of helplessness and confusion.
Li Ming felt a headache and the veins on his forehead twitched slightly. How could this happen? This case is getting more and more complicated, "he hung up the phone, looking at the note in his hand with a look of determination and persistence in his eyes.
Returning to the police station, Li Ming conducted a second interrogation of the three suspects.
The lighting in the interrogation room was dim, and the atmosphere was so oppressive that it was suffocating. My nephew was brought in, and his face was filled with anger and grievance.
I really didn't kill my uncle, you can't falsely accuse me! "The nephew shouted loudly, his eyes bloodshot.
Li Ming sat across from him, his eyes shining brightly. "Can you explain why you borrowed a large amount of money before the incident? And just after your uncle's death, your debt was suddenly paid off
My nephew's face turned pale instantly. 'Um... that's the money my friend lent me.'
Friend? Which friend? What's their name? What's their contact information? "Li Ming's series of questions left his nephew speechless.
Then, the doctor was brought in. His gaze was wandering and he dared not make eye contact with Li Ming.
Doctor, don't hide anymore. Someone saw you arguing fiercely with an elderly person in the hospital. What was the reason behind it? "Li Ming's voice was low and authoritative.
The doctor's lips trembled slightly. 'Um... that was just an ordinary debate about the treatment plan.'
Does an ordinary argument make you so nervous? "Li Ming pressed step by step.
The doctor wiped the sweat off his forehead and said, 'I... I really didn't kill anyone.'
Finally, the stranger was brought in. He still looks indifferent and ignores Li Ming's questions.
Who are you exactly? Why are you wandering around the small town? "Li Ming's patience was almost worn out.
The stranger sneered and said, "I've told you before, you've arrested the wrong person
Li Ming looked at the three suspects in front of him, his heart filled with frustration. This fog seems to be getting thicker and thicker, where is the truth hidden?
Chapter 5: Surprising Discoveries
Li Ming paced restlessly back and forth in the police station, sweat beads on his forehead flickering under the lights, and his thoughts tangled like a tangled mess. The different expressions and words of the three suspects kept replaying in his mind, like a chaotic movie, with each scene sounding like a deliberate cover up of some undisclosed secrets.
No, we can't just wait aimlessly, "Li Ming stopped and muttered to himself, his gaze firm and resolute. He decided to visit the elder's mansion again, hoping to find key clues to break through the case there.
When he walked into the familiar garden, the sunshine was just right, warm rays sprinkled on the colorful flowers, and a gentle breeze brushed by. The flowers swayed gently in the breeze, emitting bursts of fragrance. But this picturesque scenery could not alleviate the heaviness and anxiety in his heart, as his mind was completely occupied by the mysterious murder case.
Entering the mansion, Li Ming's footsteps echoed in the spacious hall. He stepped into the elderly person's study again, and the air was filled with an old-fashioned atmosphere, as if the tense atmosphere from the time of the crime still lingered. He walked straight towards the bookshelf, his gaze sharp like an eagle, carefully observing every corner, not letting go of any subtle abnormalities. Suddenly, he noticed that there seemed to be unusual signs of wear and tear on the spine of a book on the shelf, which stood out more than the well preserved books around him.
Li Ming's heart suddenly accelerated as he carefully pulled out the book, his hands trembling slightly. As the book was pulled out, a yellowed photo slid down from between the pages. He bent down to pick up the photo, which showed a group photo of an elderly man and a stranger. The elder's expression was serious, while the stranger's eyes carried a sly and elusive meaning.
Who is this person? "Li Ming furrowed his brow, his heart filled with confusion and vigilance. He flipped over the photo and found a line of words written on the back: 'Dangerous transaction.' These short words hit him like a heavy hammer, making his breathing faster.
What does this really mean? Is it a hint left by the elderly? "Li Ming's brain raced rapidly, and countless guesses and hypotheses flashed through his mind.
Just then, the phone in his pocket suddenly rang, breaking the silence in the study. Li Ming hurriedly took out his phone and saw that it was his assistant Xiao Wang calling.
Detective Li, we have found out the identity of that stranger! He was once imprisoned for fraud and his whereabouts were unknown after his release, "Xiao Wang's voice was eager and excited.
Li Ming's eyes lit up as if he saw a glimmer of dawn in the darkness. "Give me his detailed information immediately
After hanging up the phone, Li Ming took a deep breath and tried to calm his excited mood.
Returning to the police station, Li Ming sat at his desk, looking at the stranger's information handed over by Xiao Wang, his doubts rolling like a snowball.
Is he the murderer? But why did he kill the elderly? What kind of shady deal did they have between them? "Li Ming's fingers lightly tapped the table, lost in deep thought.
He gritted his teeth and made up his mind, saying, "We can't delay any longer, we must break through as soon as possible
He stood up and strode towards the interrogation room, ready to engage in another psychological battle with the stranger.
In the interrogation room, the lights were dim and oppressive. The stranger sat on the chair, still with a cold and indifferent expression, which instantly ignited Li Ming's anger.
Li Ming forcefully threw the photo in front of the stranger and said sternly, "Explain this photo
The stranger's face changed slightly, and there was a hint of panic in his eyes, but soon he regained his calm and disdainful expression, "I don't know what you're talking about
Li Ming glared angrily, leaned forward with both hands on the table, and said, "Stop pretending! What is your relationship with the elderly? Why is there this photo? And what do the words behind the photo really mean
The stranger remained silent, avoiding Li Ming's sharp gaze, but his eyes began to flicker uncontrollably.
Upon seeing this, Li Ming continued to intensify his attack and said, "Do you think you can escape without speaking? We already have a lot of information about you, so it's best for you to be honest and confess
The atmosphere in the interrogation room was extremely tense, as if a storm was about to come.
Chapter 6: The Truth Gradually Reveals
The atmosphere in the interrogation room was so tense that it was suffocating, and the walls around seemed to be squeezing towards the center, leaving no escape. Li Ming stared fixedly at the stranger, his gaze like two blazing lasers, as if trying to pierce through the stranger's soul.
I'll give you one last chance, to be honest! "Li Ming's voice was low and majestic, stirring back and forth in the small space with irresistible force. His hands clenched tightly into fists, and his knuckles turned white due to the force applied.
The stranger sat on the chair, his body trembling slightly, and fine cold sweat began to break out on his forehead. Beads of sweat slid down his cheeks, but he dared not raise his hand to wipe them. His lips trembled slightly, trying to feign calmness: 'I really don't know anything, I don't know how this photo came to be here.' But his wandering gaze had already betrayed his inner panic.
Li Ming sneered coldly, his laughter appearing particularly cold in this oppressive environment: "Still trying to argue! We all know your past. Is it a coincidence that someone with a history of fraud appeared in this murder case? Do you think I will believe your nonsense
The stranger's gaze dodged, afraid to meet Li Ming's seemingly insightful gaze. His gaze wandered around, as if searching for a corner to escape: "I... I
At this moment, Xiao Wang hurriedly walked into the interrogation room, and his footsteps broke the brief stalemate. Xiao Wang looked nervous and whispered in Li Ming's ear, "Detective, we found that a stranger frequently appeared in the surveillance footage near the elderly's house a few days before the incident. And the timing of each appearance was very strange, it was always late at night
Li Ming slammed the table suddenly, and the loud noise startled the stranger. What else do you have to say! The surveillance won't lie, what are you doing? "Li Ming's anger was on the verge of erupting.
The stranger finally couldn't hold on any longer. He lowered his head with a slight tremble in his voice, as if giving up his final resistance: "Okay, I do know the elder, but... but I'm not the murderer
Li Ming's gaze froze as he stared closely at the stranger, "What is your relationship with the elder? Tell me quickly! Don't go around with me anymore
The stranger let out a long sigh, as if this breath had taken away all his disguise and resistance: "I once participated in an illegal transaction with the elder, but later had a dispute over unequal distribution of the spoils. I do hate him, but I am not yet at the point of wanting to kill him
Li Ming asked, "What illegal transaction? Did you kill him because of this? Tell me honestly
The stranger quickly shook his head and kept swinging his hands: "It wasn't me who killed him, really it wasn't me! On the day of the incident, I did go to his house and wanted to talk to him again, but when I went, he was already dead. I was afraid of being implicated, so I didn't dare to say
Li Ming fell into deep thought, and various possibilities quickly flashed through his mind. Is there someone else who committed the murder? Or is this stranger lying? His brow furrowed even tighter.
At this moment, the forensic team received new news that some fine fibers were found on the elderly's clothing, which may be related to the killer.
Li Ming decided to temporarily detain the stranger and turned to Xiao Wang, saying, "Let's go see the forensic expert
They hurriedly left the interrogation room, and the corridor outside appeared particularly deserted, with only their footsteps echoing.
Chapter 7: Turning the Peak and Turning the Road
Li Ming and Xiao Wang hurriedly rushed to the forensic laboratory. As soon as they entered, a strong smell of disinfectant water hit their noses, stimulating their nostrils and instantly making their spirits tense. The lighting in the studio is somewhat dim, with various precision instruments and samples placed, appearing somewhat messy.
Tell me, what clues do you have about the fibers found on the elderly's clothing? "Li Ming urgently asked, his eyes filled with anticipation and anxiety, and his hands unconsciously clenched into fists.
The forensic expert pushed his glasses and said seriously, "After our careful examination, these fibers come from a special material of fabric. This fabric has a unique texture, and the texture and composition of the fibers are very different from common fabrics. And as far as we know, this kind of fabric is rare in our town, almost rare
Li Ming furrowed his brow and fell into deep contemplation. He paced back and forth in the room, with a slight "creaking" sound coming from the floor beneath his feet. Special material fabric? Is this the key clue left by the killer? If so, then the source of this fabric is crucial, "he murmured to himself.
Xiao Wang echoed on the side, "Detective Li, should we quickly investigate who in the small town may have come into contact with this kind of fabric? Maybe this is the key to solving the case
Li Ming stopped and nodded decisively, "Take action immediately and focus on investigating those three suspects. We cannot let any clues slip away
Subsequently, they quickly launched an investigation. The entire town was shrouded in a tense atmosphere, with people discussing and speculating about the truth of the case.
After a thorough and meticulous investigation, they made astonishing discoveries. They found that the fabric used in one of the doctor's clothes was very similar to the fibers found on elderly clothing. This discovery ignited hope in the hearts of Li Ming and Xiao Wang.
Li Ming immediately summoned the doctor. In the interrogation room, the atmosphere was so solemn that it was almost impossible to breathe.
Can you explain why you have clothes made of this special fabric? "Li Ming's eyes lit up as he stared closely at the doctor, as if trying to see through his inner self.
The doctor sat in the chair, his face instantly turning pale like paper. Beads of sweat as big as beans rolled down his forehead, and his lips trembled as he stuttered, "This... it's just a coincidence. I... I don't know what this has to do with the case. I'm truly innocent
Li Ming approached the doctor step by step and leaned down to look him in the eye. "Coincidentally, do you think I would believe such a far fetched explanation? Your medical dispute with the elderly, coupled with this piece of clothing, makes you very suspicious now! Don't think that just a few words can make it go away
The doctor shook his head in panic, his hands constantly swinging, and his voice had a crying tone: "It's really not me, I didn't kill him! I swear
At this moment, a police officer hurriedly ran in and whispered a few words in Li Ming's ear.
Li Ming's expression instantly became more solemn, as if new clues had emerged.
Chapter 8: The Water Falls and the Stone Reveals
The police officer whispered in Li Ming's ear, "Detective, we have found a suspicious medical record in the doctor's clinic, which records some unusual information related to the elderly. It seems that there are some deliberately concealed diagnosis and treatment records
Upon hearing this, Li Ming's eyes instantly froze as he shot towards the doctor like a sharp sword, and his tone increased: "How can this be explained? Don't try to argue anymore
The doctor sat on the interrogation chair, his body trembling uncontrollably even more. His originally pale face was now almost transparent, and beads of sweat as big as beans kept rolling down his forehead, brushing across his terrified face. His voice also became hoarse, as if his throat was tightly held by an invisible hand: 'Um... that's just an ordinary medical record, really nothing special. Detective, you must believe me!'
Li Ming snorted coldly, clasped his hands in front of his chest, and his gaze was cold and firm: "Ordinary medical records? I don't think it's that simple. Do you think this excuse can get you away with? From the beginning, your various behaviors were full of doubts. Now that there is more and more evidence, it's best for you to honestly explain it clearly
At this moment, the doctor's psychological defense line was almost collapsing. His head was deeply lowered, and his eyes were filled with despair and fear. With a crying tone, he said, "Yes, I am dissatisfied with the elderly because of a medical dispute. He wants to destroy everything about me, but I... but I really didn't kill him! That medical record was something I was planning to use to threaten him, I just wanted him to let me go, I never thought of taking his life
Li Ming frowned and his tone became increasingly stern: 'Then who exactly killed the elder? Don't try to shift all the blame onto him!'
At this moment, Xiao Wang hurriedly walked in with a new report on his face. The lighting in the interrogation room was somewhat dim, and Xiao Wang's figure appeared somewhat hurried under the light. He walked up to Li Ming and spoke in a low voice, "Detective Li, we have rechecked the letters found at the crime scene and, through advanced technological means, discovered that one of the letters had been tampered with. And after careful comparison, there are doctor's fingerprints on it
Li Ming slammed the table suddenly, and a loud noise echoed in the small interrogation room. He angrily pointed to the doctor and shouted, "The evidence is conclusive, you still don't confess! Do you think you can escape legal punishment
Upon hearing these words, the doctor seemed to have exhausted all his strength and collapsed onto the chair, his eyes vacant and lifeless. After a while, he finally woke up from a dream and muttered to himself, "It's over, everything's over." Then, he looked up with endless regret in his voice: "It was me, I killed the elder. I was momentarily lost in thought, afraid of losing my reputation and job, afraid of years of hard work going to waste. I thought that as long as he was gone, all problems would be solved. I was wrong, I was really wrong
Li Ming looked at the collapsed murderer in front of him, without any mercy in his heart: "For your own benefit, you have done such a heartless and insane thing. You will be severely punished by the law
Outside the window, sunlight shone on the streets of the small town, and the truth of the case finally came to light. The haze that had shrouded the town for days gradually dissipated, and people's lives gradually returned to their usual calm.