Lin Chen walked ahead, followed by Zhang Tian'ai and Wang Tao as they headed to the university's faculty office.
Lin Chen was tall and handsome. As he walked, many female students cast curious glances at him.
"Wow, that guy in front is so handsome! Is he the detective investigating our university's case?"
"Look at those two cops obediently following him — they must be his assistants."
"Didn't you see the university forum? His name's Lin Chen. The Serious Crime Unit couldn't solve the Dismemberment Case, so the deputy director invited him. There's even a video on the forum. Lin Chen was quite arrogant, calling the deputy director 'Old Sun,' and the deputy director treated him very politely."
"No way! Is it really necessary to make such a fuss? He's about our age, and those detectives couldn't solve the case. He can?"
"No exaggeration. Let's just wait and see how capable Lin Chen is, but I'm not optimistic."
"Me neither. Besides being a bit handsome, I don't see what's special about him."
As Lin Chen passed, students whispered quietly about him. Many of these remarks reached his ears, but he paid no attention.
Soon, guided by Zhang Tian'ai, Lin Chen arrived at a slightly ajar office door. Without knocking, he walked inside.
It was the faculty office. Zhang Tian'ai pointed in a direction and said, "Mr. Lin, that's Liu Xiaojing's teacher."
Following her indication, Lin Chen looked over.
A female teacher in her twenties, dressed plainly but still charming, stood up and greeted Zhang Tian'ai upon seeing them.
Zhang Tian'ai introduced, "Teacher Yi, this is Mr. Lin, invited by the Serious Crime Unit to handle the Female Dormitory Dismemberment Case. He has some questions for you."
Teacher Yi nodded and extended her hand to Lin Chen. "Hello, Mr. Lin. I'm Yi Caixuan, the teacher of Liu Xiaojing and the two victims. Feel free to ask anything."
Lin Chen shook her hand. Her palms were fair and smooth.
Without wasting time, Lin Chen sat down facing Teacher Yi and began asking his questions.
Other teachers in the office glanced at Lin Chen. Some had seen the forum post and didn't understand why the Serious Crime Unit invited a young man to investigate when so many experienced detectives were available.
After a few questions, Lin Chen said, "Teacher Yi, so you think Liu Xiaojing's relationship with the victims was just average."
"Yes, from what I observed, their relationship was average. They rarely spoke in class," Yi Caixuan replied.
"Has Liu Xiaojing shown any abnormal behavior recently?" Lin Chen asked.
"I'm not sure. There are many students, and I didn't pay much attention to Liu Xiaojing." Yi Caixuan then tilted her head and asked, "Mr. Lin, why are all your questions about Liu Xiaojing? Do you suspect she's the killer?"
Lin Chen smiled faintly without answering her question directly. After asking a few more questions, he said, "Alright, that's all. Sorry to bother you, Teacher Yi."
"It's no trouble. May I share my opinion?" Yi Caixuan asked.
"Please do."
"I don't think Liu Xiaojing is the killer. I believe your investigation is heading in the wrong direction. She's just a girl; she wouldn't have the strength to kill two roommates. I…"
Before she could continue, Lin Chen stood up and smiled, "Okay, Teacher Yi, goodbye."
Lin Chen then turned and left.
Zhang Tian'ai gave Yi Caixuan an apologetic look and followed Lin Chen out.
Yi Caixuan was stunned. She hadn't finished speaking. How could he just leave?
She felt slighted, as if Lin Chen didn't value her at all—just asked a few questions and didn't want to hear her speak, then left abruptly.
"That guy is really rude," Yi Caixuan muttered, displeased with Lin Chen's behavior.
Outside the office, Zhang Tian'ai asked Lin Chen, "Why did you leave so quickly? Teacher Yi hadn't finished yet."
"I plan to solve this case today, so I need to hurry," Lin Chen replied without turning back.
Zhang Tian'ai and Wang Tao had wanted to criticize Lin Chen's manners but exchanged surprised looks upon hearing his words.
"Mr. Lin, you… you said you could solve the case today?" Zhang Tian'ai's beautiful face was filled with astonishment.
"Unless something unexpected happens, it should be fine," Lin Chen said calmly.
"Heh, what a boast," Wang Tao said disdainfully after his surprise faded.
Lin Chen ignored Wang Tao and told Zhang Tian'ai to gather all the students who knew Liu Xiaojing and the two victims in front of him.
Zhang Tian'ai and Wang Tao quickly gathered those students near a green area.
Lin Chen scanned the group. Some female students' hearts skipped a beat seeing his cold demeanor, thinking Officer Lin was very handsome.
Lin Chen began questioning them one by one. Nearly an hour later, he waved them away.
Zhang Tian'ai asked Lin Chen, "Did you get any valuable clues?"
Lin Chen nodded. "Yes. Now, you two don't need to follow me anymore. Quickly go to the surveillance room and find all videos showing Liu Xiaojing on campus."
"Liu Xiaojing again?" Zhang Tian'ai was impatient and said sharply, "Mr. Lin, how many times have I told you Liu Xiaojing has no motive or opportunity? She really isn't the killer."
"Is that so?" Lin Chen said calmly. "But I'm more convinced that Liu Xiaojing is the murderer!"
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