"I knew it would be like this, or I wouldn't be detained right now. He Sheng, you've solved so many cases before, and you definitely won't have any problems this time! I believe in your ability!"
Even though I said that, I don't know why, but I feel a bit stuck with Liu Yuning's case. It's probably because the victim is my lover this time. Investigating feels too anxious.
I took a deep breath and encouraged myself that I can't worry, especially at this time. Seeing me take a deep breath, Liu Yuning said, "You don't need to be too nervous. It's best to investigate in your usual way."
"I understand. The more nervous I am, the worse I'll do. Don't worry, just give me some time!" I left this sentence and didn't want to linger here any longer. Just as Liu Yuning said, I can't be too nervous. Seeing her now, I can't concentrate and can't relax, so I don't want to stay.
After walking out, I found Gao Mingqiang waiting outside the door. I said, "If you're worried about Captain Liu, you can go in and see her."
"No, you go ahead. We still have a lot to do."
"Alright, I want to see Liu Chuxin's parents," I said. Gao Mingqiang knew what to do. He acted as my driver and took me to Liu Chuxin's home. A celebrity's residence is indeed different, luxurious and modern, with exceptionally fresh air. Banana trees were planted along the curved edges of the building. A gentle breeze blew, carrying a faint, delicate fragrance that lingered around the residence. Gao Mingqiang took big gulps of fresh air. I asked him what he was doing, and he said the smell here was too fragrant.
I rolled my eyes at him and walked straight into the house. A housekeeper-like person was leading the way for us.
Upon entering, Liu Chuxin's parents immediately recognized us as police officers. Liu Chuxin's mother said, "How far has the investigation progressed? Can you tell us what percentage? This child's death has been a great blow to us. We haven't slept well these past few days and can't eat. Police officers, can't you speed things up?"
"Mrs. Liu, I know you're anxious, but investigating a case isn't like building a house. We can't say what percentage we've investigated. Often, one clue can lead to solving the case entirely, while without a key clue, we might not even have investigated one percent."
Liu Chuxin's mother nodded as if she understood, while Liu's father said, "Have you investigated any suspicious individuals?"
"That's precisely why we've come to see you."
"Liu Chuxin has many fans and friends. Have you investigated her workplace? Is there no progress?"
"We've been to her company and questioned a few agents, as well as a boss and two directors, but we haven't found any useful information. I believe other police officers have been here too."
"That's right, you won't ask those kinds of questions too, will you?"
I had considered this before coming here. If I asked similar questions, coming here would be meaningless. "Of course not. I want to know if she has recently bought any medications online or if she's encountered any troubles?"
"Online purchases? Ya Jing, have you seen her packages?" Liu's father looked at his wife.
Ya Jing said, "No, don't think I have time to care about these things just because I'm at home. I usually like to play mahjong, you know that?"
"You're impossible. I've told you not to play mahjong all day. Now look, you don't even care about your own daughter. I think she got into trouble mostly because she has a mother like you."
"What do you mean, Liu? You're blaming me now. I tell you, this daughter is also yours. Why is all the blame on me? If you weren't so busy with work, if you weren't attending this meeting or that conference, how could Chuxin have gotten into trouble?"
"I work so hard for this family, don't you know that? If it weren't for me, could you be living this kind of life? You now..."
The couple actually started arguing in front of us. Gao Mingqiang and I had to quickly intervene. Fortunately, we were there; otherwise, they might have gotten into a physical fight.
After some pacifying, Liu's father said, "Ya Jing, let's talk properly with the police officers. Let's stop blaming each other. What we need to do now is find the real killer for Chuxin."
"It's good that you think that way. I was also wrong just now." The two, who were just cursing each other, suddenly backed down. I wondered if they were usually like this?
I asked seriously, "What was your relationship with Liu Chuxin like?"
"Officer He, I don't understand your question. Are you suspecting us? Chuxin is our daughter! That's too much to say, do you understand?"
"Mr. Liu, don't be nervous. According to regulations, you need to cooperate with the investigation. You just need to answer my questions."
"Alright, our relationship was good. It's just that we were usually very busy. Humph, Ya Jing, if you didn't play mahjong, you would have had enough time to take care of her. You just like to play..."
"Why are you bringing me into this again? I've been with you for so many years, otherwise, could you have achieved what you have today? Truly..."
Gao Mingqiang and I saw that they were about to start arguing again and quickly put out the fire before it could ignite.
After another round of pacifying, Liu's father said, "Actually, we were a bit distant from each other, and Liu Chuxin seemed a bit rebellious lately."
"Uh, aren't you a principal? Why are you participating in a show?"
"I was originally a director. The school was founded with my donations. My daughter also graduated from there."
"Oh, does she have any close friends around her?"
"I, this..."
I asked Liu Chuxin's parents some more in-depth questions, but they knew almost nothing about nine out of ten questions. These parents really didn't pay much attention to their daughter.
There was nothing else I could do, so I suggested we go see Liu Chuxin's room. This was the last step in my investigation.
With the help of a housekeeper, I arrived at a room on the third floor. However, the housekeeper said, "There's another room opposite, Miss Liu's study."
"Thank you. You can go back to your work now!"
"Yes, but Officer He, actually, I noticed something before Miss Liu's accident!"
"Oh? Tell me about it."
"I saw her lock herself in the study and talk to herself, as if reciting scriptures. I don't know what was going on. I wanted to tell Mr. Liu, but before I could say anything, Miss Liu had already passed away."