"It's already very late."

Secretary Lu said, "I'll report to the provincial authorities first thing in the morning."

Today is Friday, and it's already ten o'clock.

Moreover, the person is already dead.

Even if we report it, it doesn't make much difference.

The most important thing now is to find out the cause of death of Director Yang and the three people in Mazhuang Town.

Also, the identities of the three deceased in Mazhuang Town.

According to Director Yang's account, the three people who died in Mazhuang Town—a woman and two children—were his wife and children.

But the procedures that need to be followed cannot be omitted.

"Director Qin, you will personally lead the investigation of this case!"

"Contact Dujiang City in a timely manner, and report back to the City Committee and Municipal Government immediately after confirming the identities of the three deceased."

"Alright, everyone go back and rest. Leave this to Director Qin."

After giving these instructions, Secretary Lu left with a face full of worry.

Meanwhile,

Zhang Meilin arrived in Mazhuang Town.

Hu Yaodong, the Secretary of the Political and Legal Committee, and Feng Hongtao, the Director of the Police Department, had arrived at the scene before him.

"Secretary Zhang." Feng Hongtao said in a low voice, looking serious, "At present, we can confirm this is a kidnapping case! Additionally, we've found some evidence at the scene."

"What evidence? Can it confirm the identity of the perpetrator?"

"According to the evidence, yes."

Zhang Meilin was extremely surprised. What kind of evidence could this be?

It can directly identify the perpetrator!

"Who is it?"

Feng Hongtao furrowed his brows deeply, hesitating for a moment before saying with difficulty, "The perpetrator... is Song Guanchao!"

"What?"

Zhang Meilin was taken aback.

It took a full three seconds for his pupils to refocus: "Who?"

Feng Hongtao sighed, handing over his phone.

On the phone was a photo he had taken.

The content of the photo was a chat log from another phone.

"The deceased is identified as Zhang Fang, the wife of Yang Lang, the Tax Bureau Chief of Lingjiang City. The phone belongs to the deceased, Zhang Fang, who is Yang Lang's wife."

"This is their chat log."

As Zhang Meilin perused the chat log, he became increasingly alarmed.

The chat log covered nearly half a month.

Zhang Fang and her children had been kidnapped half a month ago.

During the kidnapping, the kidnapper made her use her phone to communicate with Yang Lang, demanding a ransom.

And in the chat log, Song Guanchao's name appeared prominently!

Zhang Meilin recalled the call he just received from Song Guanchao.

He told him the case was dangerous.

Be extremely careful not to be deceived.

In the end, Song Guanchao was the one who got framed!

Yes, he was definitely framed!

Zhang Meilin firmly believed that it was impossible for Song Guanchao to have done this; he was definitely set up!

Someone orchestrated a trap!

And they used the lives of Yang Lang's entire family of four to do it!

Zhang Meilin felt a chill down his spine.

Who on earth did this?

Even someone like Director Yang couldn't escape.

Feng Hongtao and Hu Yaodong stood silently on the side.

Both of them, one is the Secretary of the Dujiang City Political and Legal Committee.

The other is the Director of the Dujiang City Public Security Bureau.

Their current positions were a result of Song Guanchao's help.

Based on their understanding of Song Guanchao, they had the same first reaction as Zhang Meilin when they saw the evidence.

Song Guanchao was framed!

A prominent Secretary of the Municipal Committee with a promising future, how could it be possible for him to kidnap Director Yang's wife and children for money, or even murder them!

Even the most naive person could see the issue.

Zhang Meilin took a deep breath and said, "Gather and collate the evidence. Director Feng, you contact Director Qin and inform him about the situation here."

"Alright."

No matter what he thinks, the evidence is here, and Song Guanchao is the primary suspect!

Personal relationships must not surpass the law.

Moreover, he's not the only one aware of this matter.

If he dares to hide or delay it, he will surely be punished.

He can't even inform Song Guanchao in advance.

He can only follow procedures.

...

Director Qin received the call, and Feng Hongtao said, "The identity of the deceased has been confirmed: Zhang Fang, wife of Yang Lang, the Tax Bureau Chief of Lingjiang City. The two children were their kids."

"Additionally, we found some evidence."

"What evidence?"

"The chat log between Zhang Fang and Yang Lang."

Feng Hongtao said, "According to the chat log, Song Guanchao is the primary suspect."

"What?"

Director Qin's reaction was exactly the same as Zhang Meilin's.

He thought he had misheard.

Song Guanchao?

Is this a joke?

Feng Hongtao quickly explained the situation, and after hanging up, Director Qin turned to the police in the criminal investigation team and asked, "Where is Yang Lang's phone?"

Liang Jiajia looked at the phone already sealed in a plastic evidence bag and said, "Here it is."

"Open it and check the chat log between him and Zhang Fang!"

"Who is Zhang Fang?"

"Yang Lang's wife!"

Liang Jiajia looked at the captain, and Captain Shi nodded, "Open it and have a look."

Director Qin turned back, realizing that Song Guanchao and the others had already left.

He immediately called Secretary Lu: "Secretary Lu, where are you?"

"In the car."

"Please come over immediately; there's been a significant discovery here!"

After hanging up, he called Mayor Zheng, "Mayor Zheng, please come back immediately, there's been a major breakthrough in the case!"

Finally, he called Wu Qiangwei, "Secretary Wu, are you with Secretary Song?"

"What's going on?"

"Yes! We have a major discovery, please come over immediately!"

After finishing his calls, Liang Jiajia's sudden angry voice erupted on the other side: "Impossible! This is a setup!"

Director Qin walked over and asked, "What did you find?"

Liang Jiajia pursed her lips and remained silent.

Captain Shi frowned and said, "According to the chat log, the kidnapper of Zhang Fang is... Song Guanchao."

Director Qin had already seen the chat log.

Indeed!

Director Qin found it hard to describe his current feelings.

Elated, thrilled!

Clarity after the storm!

Even though he's a man, he felt an overwhelming sense of catharsis.

So refreshing!

Song Guanchao, even you've come this far!

He certainly knew that there's a high likelihood someone framed Song Guanchao.

But, does he care?

He doesn't care at all!

He only knows that Song Guanchao is currently a suspect!

Had there been no one around, he would have burst into laughter.

"Protect the evidence!"

"The rest of you, follow me."

Director Qin immediately turned to leave, and Liang Jiajia wanted to rush forward but restrained herself.

She is a police officer, a detective!

She knows very well that solving a case depends on evidence.

Right now, the evidence indicates that the perpetrator is Song Guanchao, so he must be apprehended!

No matter if Song Guanchao is a secretary, even if he's the City Secretary, he must be controlled immediately!

Director Qin brought people downstairs, lit a cigarette, and waited with satisfaction.

Secretary Lu was the first to return.

Next, Mayor Zheng also arrived.

Wu Qiangwei and Song Guanchao followed closely, getting out of the car.

They walked towards them.

Secretary Lu asked, "Director Qin, what did you find?"

Director Qin remained silent, took a deep drag from his cigarette, flicked the butt away with a casual motion, and looked at Song Guanchao with a gaze that was cold yet slightly mocking. He gestured lightly with his hand and said, "Cuff him!"

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