In the end, he eventually escaped the fate of being drafted for the mission. That afternoon, he was pulled into the police station by Li Zijun to discuss matters with Du Qiang for an entire afternoon.

Every matter requires a plan; it can’t just be actioned on the spot. That very afternoon, Zhou Ning’s side returned with accurate information, confirming the cause of death of the deceased was indeed asphyxiation, with the marks on the neck consistent with the rope at the scene. As for whether it was suicide, that’s not within his responsibility. Since the deceased’s family hadn’t come forward, the body hadn’t been autopsied; and to determine further, it would require the family’s consent for an autopsy, which the police have no authority to enforce.

Anyway, it’s generally considered a suicide case, though it’s not definitive. A conclusion cannot be reached in just one day without some caution; further investigation and evidence collection from multiple angles are still needed before a final conclusion can be drawn.

As for the school, other police officers are overseeing it. Such a large police department is not run by just a few of them; in fact, they’re only responsible for a small part of the work.

"What, my uncle’s school had such a big incident?"

In the evening, when Shen Yi came back from work and heard this, she couldn’t help but be shocked.

Although this is a homicide case, it’s not the type that needs confidentiality. After all, such news can’t be kept under wraps, with so many students at the school spreading it rapidly.

Su Qing nodded, "Yes, and I’ve been assigned work for it, so I won’t be able to drive you to work for a while."

"Aren’t you a consultant? Why do you have to go around too?"

"Though they say consultant, I feel like I’m just doing odd jobs, doing detective work for a consultant’s pay. Little Zhao and Old Lin are not pleasant people!"

Thinking about this, he felt mentally exhausted. He was just a consultant; they can’t bully him like this!

To this, Shen Yi chuckled lightly, "I may not work within the system, but I know that’s a recognition of your abilities. Jiang City is a Detective Squad Leader, not a low position. Outside, that’s a high-level leader position. Others would be scrambling for such a post, yet you’re the one complaining. If it weren’t for your reluctance, you would’ve been in uniform by now, right?" 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

She had never met Zhao Minghui and Lin Chengcai, but she had heard Su Qing mention them more than once, so she was familiar with their positions.

The Detective Squad Leader of the city’s general police department is a position of real power, and not a low one either. Ordinarily, people wouldn’t even get to meet someone in such a post.

Of course, she also knew that there had been talk recently of formally inducting Su Qing, but he found it too restrictive. That’s why he ended up as a detective consultant, albeit with better benefits.

Naturally, it’s not his fault; mainly because he’s still a popular online figure. Being a policeman while engaging in such a profession is questionable, not to mention his collaboration with Wen Jingqi later.

If he truly became a policeman, that wouldn’t be allowed. Engaging in business as a governmental employee could land him in handcuffs in no time.

It’s not just about property development projects, with amounts reaching up to billions; even running a supermarket wouldn’t be allowed.

For ordinary people, getting into the system might be good, but for him, it’s more like a restriction. Instead, his current situation is more relaxing.

"I hope he doesn’t value me so highly, Wen Jie, don’t you think?" Su Qing laughed.

Upon hearing this, the landlady leaning on one side of the sofa, supporting her chin, chuckled twice, "Indeed, things are different for Xiao Su now. Having a position at the police station is fine, but expending a lot of energy wouldn’t be worth it. Tsk tsk tsk, I hadn’t seen it before, but recently, your family looks more and more like a match made in heaven, a company boss and a young wealthy man teaming up; I’m genuinely envious."

She truly envied it. Back then, if her ex-husband had been as outstanding as Su Qing, what happened later might not have occurred.

She thought it through; the main reason for the drastic change in her ex-husband’s character and infidelity after marriage was probably the drastic financial transformation, which made him arrogant.

In the past, when they were in school, her family had decent conditions, but they didn’t extend to Lu Yang, meaning only she benefited from the wealth. But after they married, they became an economic unit, enabling Lu Yang to utilize her family resources to build up wealth quickly, crossing social classes like a nouveau riche, which sparked such thoughts.

On the other hand, Su Qing is different. While he also became wealthy suddenly, Shen Yi wasn’t inferior, meaning Su Qing wouldn’t suddenly cross social classes and become arrogant due to marrying Shen Yi. Even in a divorce, neither would gain undue advantage, and most importantly, their relationship wouldn’t be strained by money; if they parted, it would solely be a matter of feelings.

"Why don’t you find a man yourself, always envying me," Shen Yi glanced at her and said.

To this, the landlady sat upright, "How about I’m a major shareholder, huh!"

"Then from today, you’re out!"

"Oh dear, someone is getting anxious."

"Who’s anxious? The man’s all mine; why would I rush? Also, why aren’t you at home watching your kid at this hour, coming over here? What, want to feast on some dog food?" Shen Yi’s mouth skills had improved; as long as the landlady didn’t get too wild, she wouldn’t back down.

"My mom came yesterday, wanting to see the kid, so I’m free today. I just had something to discuss with Xiao Su."

Hearing this, Su Qing was puzzled, "What’s the matter, Wen Jie, that you had to come all this way?"

Wen Nanqing: ...

"Enough already, you two. Living in the same neighborhood yet saying it’s a long distance. Did I interrupt something sweet? Should I go next door first, give you two half an hour?"

To this, Su Qing waved his hand repeatedly. Against this "racing car" widow, he conceded. But before he could speak, Auntie Shen opened her mouth, "Half an hour isn’t enough. Who do you take it lightly? He’s my brother, you know? Maybe you should go back for dinner and return in two hours?"

Su Qing: -_-|||

Though he wished to claim it was true, his actual capability didn’t permit him, admitting it might seem boastful. Two hours, seriously, might as well eat a few pig kidneys.

As expected, hearing this, the landlady’s eyes brightened, "Heh, when you put it that way, now I’m intrigued. Tell me the details; I’ll just imagine I’m reading an adult novel. So, how far have you developed? Besides the bedroom, have you unlocked new locations like the bathroom, living room, balcony? You know, you could get an SUV, go to the outskirts, that’s thrilling..."

The two of them: ...

What’s all this nonsense? Facing the landlady’s aggressive remarks, both of them surrendered immediately, with Shen Yi blushing more, unable to speak.

"Wen Jie, please stop teasing her, what’s the matter?" Su Qing said helplessly.

He had to intervene; Auntie Shen was about to bury her head in her chest; he really didn’t know what she was thinking, not knowing her own strength? Why provoke this expert joking driver for no reason?

Upon hearing this, the landlady scoffed, "Boring, Xiao Su, you’re just spoiling her. How old is she that she still needs you to step up for her, isn’t it embarrassing?"

After saying this, she continued, "Actually, it’s nothing major. The project you and my brother are working on is ready to launch; it officially started today. My brother asked me to ask you when you’d have time to go and take a look. After all, you’re a shareholder."

Hearing this, Su Qing was taken aback, "So soon? I thought it’d take a bit longer."

"What’s to wait? Projects go like this; with funds, everything’s smooth. The relevant development permits are already processed. Do you want to find a time to check it out?"

"Sure, I’ll drop by once I’m done with the case on my hands, coincidentally, it’s not far from my dad’s school."

He didn’t refuse such a suggestion since he’s one of the investors. Although he might not understand much by going, Wen Jingqi must show some respect, and he can’t just completely ignore it. Conversely, if he didn’t go, it seemed a bit disrespectful.

Speaking while packing things.

"All right, I’ll mention it to my brother. By the way, are you heading out?"

"Yeah, I’m heading home. I saw my dad at the school today. He called me in the afternoon asking me to go home, so I have things to discuss with him."

To this, Shen Yi couldn’t help but say, "Going back is good. It’s been a while since you went back. Take the things I bought with you."

"Uh... Actually, I’m not really going back to see them. There’s stuff with the case I want to discuss with my dad, and also, I want him to step down!"

The two of them: ...

"Step down... step down?"

"Of course, the patriarch position of Old Su’s family should change hands, time to reveal my cards."

Shen Yi: "Didn’t think you had such rebellious spirit!"

The landlady: "What do you know, a great man born into this world? How can he dwell under others for long?"

...