I Play Dungeons in the Police Station-Chapter 233 - 163: Triumphant Return and Outing

The still-shaken Qiao Baoshan, after returning home, confided everything to his father, old Qiao Han.

Old Qiao Han, who dealt with the dead for a living, had a rather bold and open heart. Knowing that if this matter got out, his son would surely be in trouble with the law, he decided to take him eel catching, and took the chance to have a bath before returning home.

By the time the police investigated them, with old Qiao Han providing false testimony, Qiao Baoshan managed to evade the first round of police scrutiny.

Later, when Qin Qinglian was buried, no one was willing to keep vigil for her. Old Qiao Han knew this was a debt of sin his son had incurred, so despite the risk of falling foul of superstitions, he resolutely chose to keep vigil for her. But on the first night, trouble struck.

[Ding, task completed, reward: experience +600, diamonds +3000]

With the task completed, Li Xiang reviewed the case closure report, sighing emotionally. This case was imbued with a sense of karma.

As for whether old Qiao Han’s death was due to superstitious causes, as always, it’s important to believe in science.

The case was immediately reported to the public, partly to stop the growing storm of public opinion, and partly to combat feudal superstitions.

Particularly regarding the cause of old Qiao Han’s death, which was identified by the forensic doctor as sudden death due to cardiac-related heart disease, classified as accidental death.

As for whether the public believed it or not, their mouths are their own, and the police couldn’t silence them all.

"Team Leader Li, we owe you big time. Without you, who knows when we’d finally resolve this case."

Director Luo shook Li Xiang’s hand, expressing heartfelt gratitude.

The experts from the province are indeed exceptional.

The suspect profiling for the crime was very accurate. After reviewing the case, they quickly zeroed in on Qiao Baoshan.

"Director Luo, you’re too kind. I didn’t do much, actually. It was Team Leader Ding and the special task force who did the heavy lifting. I dare not claim credit, especially since we’ve been borrowing your resources and have caused quite a bit of trouble. Thanks to your strong support, our case progressed so quickly. If anyone should be thanked, it’s us who should thank you."

"Let’s not stand on ceremonies, as fate brought us together. Tonight we’ll host a gathering, and by the way, we haven’t properly tasted the delicacies of Canglin yet."

"Director Luo, you’re too kind."

Li Xiang didn’t refuse. His team had been out for nearly two months, and they were indeed worn out and fatigued.

Now that the case was almost resolved, it was a good opportunity to let everyone relax and taste some local specialties, making the trip worthwhile.

The gathering was a success, organized with great care by Director Luo.

It helped foster communication between law enforcement from the two regions, forging a strong bond of camaraderie.

A week after the gathering, Li Xiang’s team wrapped up their case, with all related materials packed up and sent back to the provincial department.

This major case, after all, was under the supervision of the provincial department, and the task force needed to report back to them. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

Having been out for two months, Li Xiang was finally going home.

The members of the task force were distinctly more tanned compared to when they first set out.

"Team Leader Li, have a safe journey and come visit us again when you have time."

Before departure, Director Luo and Team Leader Ding were at the entrance, bidding farewell to Li Xiang and his team.

"Director Luo, Team Leader Ding, until we meet again. If you ever visit Jinghai, let’s catch up."

"Certainly."

"There’s no banquet that doesn’t end. Thank you, Director Luo, for your hospitality over this period. We will take our leave now."

"Sorry for the inadequate hospitality, take care on your journey."

"Let’s go, homeward bound!"

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In Jinghai City, Director Song was eagerly awaiting. This time, the task force assembled by Jinghai City successfully cracked a major case under the provincial department’s watch, raising Jinghai City’s profile nationwide.

These days, Director Song wore a constant smile, to the point where even his face convulsed from smiling so much.

The station chiefs under his command were puzzled, wondering if the director had encountered some good fortune.

He was perpetually in high spirits. Some shrewd station chiefs took advantage of his good mood, presenting expenses for reimbursement, which he signed off on with a flourish.

The generosity was akin to that of a new first-tier city.

Once the news spread, others followed suit, with requests for funding, equipment, and vehicles, all heading his way.

Director Song approved them all, leaving everyone wondering if he was out of his mind, while simultaneously regretting if they’d requested too little.

In fact, Director Song, representing Jinghai, received commendation from the provincial department and had the chance to be selected as an advanced unit by them.

It came with a series of perks.

Knowing the struggles of his hardworking grassroots officers, Director Song took this opportunity to distribute some benefits.

No one could fathom the mind of a leader.

As Li Xiang’s command vehicle led the way into the public security bureau, they were greeted by a large banner hanging at the entrance, loudly proclaiming: Warmly welcome the triumphant return of the 6·23 Special Task Force.

In front of the banner, Director Song, along with leaders from various levels of the organization, stood at the entrance to greet them.

The members of the task force, upon witnessing this scene, were overwhelmed with emotion, their eyes brimming with tears.

The municipal bureau valued them, and all their efforts and struggles over the past two months had been worthwhile.

The city bureau and the leaders hadn’t forgotten them.

As each person stepped out of their vehicle, their eyes were all red, having wiped away tears together on the way.

"Report, the 6·23 Special Task Force has successfully completed the arrest mission. Awaiting your instructions, Team Leader Li Xiang."

After disembarking, Li Xiang first arranged his team, then turned to report to Director Song.