Two days later, a police station in Beijing announced a fall-from-height incident. The deceased was identified as Xiao Zi'an through the identification found on the body. When I received the news, Xiao Zi'an's body had already been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Unit.
When I arrived, Luo Bo and Yu Xiao Luo were both there. I saw Yu Xiao Luo and was surprised, "Sister, why are you here?"
Yu Xiao Luo was still recovering postpartum; how could she be running around? Yu Xiao Luo sighed, "That mall murder case, it happened without a trace. I wanted to see the killer."
Luo Bo added, "One day earlier, Xiao Zi'an had called to surrender, admitting that she was the one who killed Zhao Fu, the 'Imposter'."
I looked at Luo Bo, puzzled, "Why would she admit to murder?"
"Perhaps it's the sentiment of 'a dying man's words are good'."
Hearing Luo Bo say this, I gave a bitter laugh, "Xiao Zi'an is a The Schemer, she would never act with such benevolence in her final moments. We need to confirm if the deceased is indeed Xiao Zi'an."
Luo Bo nodded, "I thought the same, which is why I called you here to confirm the body."
I entered the morgue. Xiao Zi'an's body was laid out. A fall from a great height had deformed her bones. But her face was still well-preserved, it was Xiao Zi'an's face. Xiao Zi'an had once said that people could be disguised, but a corpse could not.
Luo Bo held the autopsy report and told me, "Xiao Zi'an's nasal bone had undergone surgery. She had cosmetic surgery."
"Fake?"
Hearing my question, Luo Bo's expression was somewhat helpless, "What do you mean fake? Her nasal bone had surgery, it was ten years ago. I believe Xiao Zi'an's nasal bone was more feminine. To successfully transition between male and female, she made her nasal bone wider."
"Who is the killer?"
"We don't know. There are no leads on the killer yet, but Ke Yingying has been apprehended."
That's right, from the current perspective, Ke Yingying was the more suspicious suspect. He had been out of the Special Crimes Unit's custody for two days, and then Xiao Zi'an died. I looked at Luo Bo and asked seriously, "Brother-in-law, can I see Ke Yingying?"
"Yes!"
...
I met Ke Yingying, who was temporarily detained in the detention center. He looked dejected, and his expression didn't seem faked. I watched him. He lowered his head and remained silent for a long time, then suddenly looked up and shouted at me, "Why must fate play such tricks on me?"
"Old Ke, what are you talking about? Do you really believe your son's death was because psychologist Xiao Zi'an was negligent?"
"I never blamed any psychologist. What I hate is that country that looks like heaven but is actually a hell for some people. If there were any possibility, I would want to lead people to destroy them."
I scratched my head, "Old Ke, you're not a child anymore, what is all this? Saying such meaningless things. Let's talk about something practical. Did you kill Xiao Zi'an?"
"No!"
"You disappeared for two days, wasn't it to kill her?"
"Yes, I was going to kill her, but, but... damn it, I really don't know what to say..."
Ke Yingying's fate could truly be considered a plaything of fate. This matter goes back to when Ke Yingying sent Xiao Zi'an to the United States. At that time, Ke Yingying and Xiao Zi'an got along very well. Ke Yingying was like an older brother to Xiao Zi'an, very caring.
Upon arriving in the United States, Xiao Zi'an advised Ke Yingying to go to a hospital, as American medical technology was relatively advanced. Ke Yingying didn't want to, but couldn't withstand Xiao Zi'an's repeated persuasion and went to a well-known infertility hospital there.
The American doctors said that sperm viability was low, but it didn't mean it couldn't survive. The doctors also said that with artificial insemination, this situation could be improved.
At that time, Xiao Zi'an said, "Old Ke, spend some money and find a woman in the US for artificial insemination."
"No, I still hope my child has yellow skin and black eyes."
Although Ke Yingying politely declined Xiao Zi'an, his heart was already in turmoil. If there was a possibility of sperm survival, then Ke Feng might very well be his son.
Therefore, after settling Xiao Zi'an, Ke Yingying impatiently went to another state and another city in the US to conduct a paternity test. It was confirmed that Ke Feng was his son. Ke Yingying was extremely happy at the time and greatly admired the United States. In the end, he spent a lot of money to have Ke Feng stay in the US for his studies.
If the story ended here, it wouldn't be considered a cruel twist of fate.
...
When Ke Yingying left Xiao Zi'an's first city, Xiao Zi'an suggested that Ke Yingying donate sperm. At that time, Ke Yingying's heart had already flown, and he readily agreed.
The doctor noted that the sperm viability was low, so this sperm was never used.
Xiao Zi'an and her girlfriend wanted a child. Xiao Zi'an suggested adoption, but her girlfriend wanted to have one herself. This situation made Xiao Zi'an think of Ke Yingying's sperm donation. So she returned to that city and used Ke Yingying's sperm for artificial insemination.
However, what happened later was unimaginable. That campus incident changed the fate of two people. Ke Yingying didn't know that the killer's psychologist was Xiao Zi'an, but Xiao Zi'an knew there was a Chinese child named Ke Feng. From his photo, Xiao Zi'an realized that this Ke Feng was the child Ke Yingying had brought to the US back then.
At that time, Xiao Zi'an left that city to seek refuge, but because she left in too much of a hurry, she was involved in a car accident. Xiao Zi'an's girlfriend died, but the child miraculously survived.
Later, after returning to China, Xiao Zi'an and Ke Yingying didn't meet often. Although they still got along well, Xiao Zi'an knew there was an irreconcilable conflict between them, so Xiao Zi'an deliberately kept her distance from Ke Yingying and didn't mention that her child was Ke Yingying's son.
...
Just a few days ago, Ke Yingying suddenly received a text message informing him that Xiao Zi'an was a former psychologist. Ke Yingying immediately investigated and wanted to confirm the information through Teacher Wang Ren.
Upon learning that Xiao Zi'an was the psychologist related to his son's death, Ke Yingying lost control. He evaded the surveillance of the Special Crimes Unit and swore to kill Xiao Zi'an.
However, when Xiao Zi'an and Ke Yingying encountered each other, Xiao Zi'an revealed the truth.
Ke Yingying roared, "Even now, you still want to lie to me?"
Xiao Zi'an smiled calmly, "Old Ke, you might not be able to beat me in a fight. You've been involved in organized crime, you're fierce, but the ones who truly fight are your subordinates. If it comes down to a real fight, among us, the women are stronger than the men. In terms of combat ability, Sister Ye is naturally number one. I admire her, so I also practice fighting often. Besides that, you are all ordinary people. Can you fight me to the death?"
"Since you know, why did you still lie to me?"
"Since I know, there's no need to lie to you."
"I don't believe it."
"Old Ke, you have experience with this sort of thing. Do you remember the term deoxyribonucleic acid?"
"Paternity test?"
"Exactly. The child is studying in Beijing. You can get a paternity test."
Ke Yingying hesitated. Xiao Zi'an turned and left, "Old Ke, there are no irreconcilable conflicts between us. Your son Ke Feng's death should not be considered my responsibility. Moreover, in a sense, we are still family. Think about it carefully, I believe you'll figure it out."
...
According to Ke Yingying, that was the last time they met. Afterward, news of Xiao Zi'an's death came.
I looked at Ke Yingying, who was full of remorse, and asked seriously, "Old Ke, do you know who killed Xiao Zi'an?"
Ke Yingying was silent for a long time before saying, "I don't know. I really don't know."
"Qin Sisi has woken up. I spoke with her. In your training class, there were only the Twelve Disciples, no such thing as the Seven Stars Unattached. If Teacher Li Jiu truly had thirteen disciples, then that special disciple would be me. And I met you all not in the 90s. When you were training, I was still an innocent and lively student."
Hearing me say this, Ke Yingying's expression turned grim.
"From the current situation, your mind has been tampered with. The one who inflicted psychological harm on you might be Xiao Zi'an. She had ulterior motives, creating conflict between you. Xiao Zi'an might also be part of the 'Southern Faction,' or she could be that traitor Judas from Li Jiu's training class."
"She's not. She's dead, don't slander her."
"Then who is the traitor? Is it you?"
Ke Yingying was silent and didn't speak. I looked at Ke Yingying and sighed, "Old Ke, you are not that traitor either. No matter what kindness Xiao Zi'an has done for your life, she will have to bear the consequences of her actions."
"What will you do next?"
"When Xiao Zi'an died, did you have an alibi?"
"At that time, I heard about it, and my mind was too chaotic. I don't remember anything."
I smiled, "Old Ke, it's okay. I believe you'll remember. I've hired a lawyer for you. The one who represented me in Xi'an. Don't say you're innocent, even if you are guilty, he can get you acquitted."
"Tang Nan, why are you helping me?" Ke Yingying's face showed no flattery; it was a seriousness I had never seen before. I smiled calmly, "You are a disciple of Li Jiu, and I am Li Jiu's successor. Since you call me Master, I naturally have to protect you. That's it, Old Ke. Rest well. When the day you get out comes, we'll have a good drink."
...
As I left the detention center, I saw Teacher Wang Ren with a kindly expression. I frowned.
Teacher Wang Ren smiled knowingly, "Tang Nan, that expression shouldn't be on your face. Just take a walk, then tell your martial uncle about your move to kill with a borrowed knife."
"Martial uncle, I don't understand what you're saying?"
Teacher Wang Ren pointed to his ordinary clothes, "Today, I am your martial uncle, not Professor Wang Ren, nor the section chief, nor the police chief. I just want to witness the rising star of the The Schemer lineage."