Chapter 46: He Knows Me?

Wild!

Extremely wild!

This was Lu Zhongxin’s most immediate impression.

A suspect had the audacity to tell the police interrogating him, “You’re not qualified.”

Lu Zhongxin had never even heard of such a suspect, let alone seen one.

But to ensure the case was solved as quickly as possible, he suppressed his anger and temporarily halted the interrogation.

He went to the adjacent room, where all members of the special task force were gathered.

“Da Zhang, what do you think?” Lu Zhongxin immediately turned his gaze to his apprentice as he entered.

He knew deep down that Zhou Zizhe wanted to see Yu Dazhang.

And of the entire task force, only he could answer Zhou Zizhe’s question.

He hadn’t brought it up directly to spare others’ faces.

“He wants to switch people? Fine, let him switch?” Yu Dazhang rose from his computer chair, his expression deeply displeased:

“Does he think this is a KTV, where you get to pick who sings?”

At these words, every member of the task force, including Lu Zhongxin, froze.

All eyes turned to Yu Dazhang, whose face still wore a scowl, filled with curiosity and suspicion.

He’s been there before~

Otherwise, how could he instantly think of that place?

And he even knows about “choosing the stage”—no need to ask, he’s definitely been there.

True heroes don’t ask about origins; real rogues don’t care about age.

He’s got both down pat.

What a talent!

Did I just slip up?... Yu Dazhang noticed his teammates’ unfriendly glances and quickly changed the subject:

“Master, we can’t let the suspect lead us around by the nose. Just because he throws out a question, do we have to answer it?”

“In my opinion, don’t switch him.”

“You, the acting deputy group leader—you need to stand firm.”

“We don’t even need to care whether his words are sincere. Even if he truly wants to confess, we can’t let him dictate the terms.”

He’s definitely been there before… Every member of the task force thought the same thing.

“That doesn’t seem right,” Lu Zhongxin hesitated to say:

“He finally opened his mouth. I think this is an opportunity—we should seize it.”

He felt his apprentice didn’t want to participate in the interrogation.

Yu Dazhang’s earlier speech sounded reasonable at first glance, but didn’t hold up under scrutiny.

A moment’s thought revealed he clearly didn’t want to speak directly to the suspect.

“Fine,” Yu Dazhang sighed, conceding:

“You stall him first. Hold out for at least another day. If he’s still acting like this tomorrow, we’ll switch.”

He had his own reasons.

Although the suspect had only just started speaking, Yu Dazhang noticed that compared to when he was first brought in, his mental state had clearly improved.

He must have come to some realization.

Yesterday, Yu Dazhang had carefully observed the suspect through the surveillance footage.

His legs hadn’t gone weak, but his eyes had darted nervously—clear signs of extreme fear.

He’d been clinging to his last shred of reason to keep his mind clear.

Yet in just one day, he’d calmed down.

He thought all night… Yu Dazhang guessed the suspect wanted to see him for one of two reasons:

1. To set another trap to achieve some goal.

2. To die with clarity.

Or both.

Yes, he must know he’s doomed—otherwise, he wouldn’t be so calm.

Even if you brought every famous lawyer in the country, not even the most renowned one from his past life could save him.

The crime was too heinous.

Intentional murder, framing someone else, setting traps for the police—taken together, these charges were enough for a half-hour execution.

What else could he possibly want…? This was what Yu Dazhang truly cared about.

As for speaking directly to the suspect, he had zero interest. With himself watching over things this lifetime, he actually hoped Lu Zhongxin would carry the interrogation through to the end.

It was, in a way, his master indirectly avenging him.

Another day passed, and Zhou Zizhe still said nothing.

Lu Zhongxin repeatedly presented evidence, trying to persuade him to confess.

But Zhou Zizhe remained unmoved; by afternoon, he even closed his eyes.

This time, not just Lu Zhongxin, but all task force members grew anxious.

“Da Zhang, go in.”

“I can tell—he’s waiting for you.”

“Don’t make your master suffer. I’ve noticed there’s a real generational gap between you two.”

“Yeah, you’re both alumni—maybe you can find common ground.”

What common ground could I possibly have with him?... Yu Dazhang gave him a look.

But then again, it was time.

Please… collect… 6…9…books…!

Over these two days, he had compiled all the evidence and meticulously analyzed it, eliminating every other plausible doubt.

Now, for Yu Dazhang, this case: the evidence chain was complete, only one step remained…

Complete the loop.

He slowly stood up, stretched out with force, then picked up the microphone beside his computer:

“Master, pause for now. We’re switching personnel.”

Lu Zhongxin inside the interrogation room seemed to be waiting for this exact moment.

Upon hearing Yu Dazhang’s voice through his earpiece, he nodded unconsciously.

Without caring how Zhou Zizhe reacted, he stood and walked out of the room.

In the adjacent room, Lu Zhongxin quickly said:

“Should I come with you?”

Yu Dazhang waved him off, then scanned the room, finally fixing his gaze on Qian Cheng:

“Qian Ge, you come with me.”

Qian Cheng, clearly surprised to be called, froze for a moment, instinctively replying:

“I don’t know how. I’ve never participated in an interrogation.”

“No problem,” Yu Dazhang grabbed his wrist:

“New faces, new energy. Since we’re switching, switch everyone. Come on—let’s catch him off guard.”

I’m even more caught off guard than the suspect… Qian Cheng didn’t want to go, but struggled repeatedly without moving an inch.

Finally, Yu Dazhang dragged him into the interrogation room.

The other task force member inside blinked when they entered.

Why are they holding hands?

“You can leave,” Yu Dazhang told him:

“We’ll handle it from here.”

“Alright,” the member replied, stepping out quickly.

He had Qian Cheng sit down first, then turned to face the suspect, Zhou Zizhe.

Their eyes met, and Yu Dazhang noticed something off about the way Zhou Zizhe looked at him.

It was… confusion, recollection, bewilderment…

Why does that look so strange?

It was as if they were long-lost acquaintances who’d met by chance, and he was straining to recognize him.

He knows me?

Impossible… Yu Dazhang immediately dismissed the thought.

He hadn’t been present during Zhou Zizhe’s arrest; since his capture, Lu Zhongxin had handled all interrogations.

He’d never appeared before Zhou Zizhe these past two days—not even passed him in the hallway.

Had they met before?

That couldn’t be… Yu Dazhang remembered being invisible in police academy, utterly unremarkable, never drawing attention.

He was certain he’d never had any interaction with Zhou Zizhe during school.

Trying to play me, huh?... Yu Dazhang sat down, straightened his posture, and forced himself to look imposing:

“I heard you’ve been looking for me.”

(End of chapter)