Chapter 234: I just want an explanation from you—is that really so hard?

Lin Niansheng's case involves the interests of so many people.

News of his death also caused a major stir in Pingzhou.

The next morning.

Anti-Corruption Bureau.

Bang.

Zhou Wanting slammed the table and sprang to her feet.

A head of fiery red curly hair was coiled behind her head.

Her bare face, without makeup, was still stunningly beautiful.

But at this moment her face was full of anger.

Her eyes seemed as if they could spit fire at any moment.

She stared fixedly at the person before her.

"I demanded that Lin Niansheng be detained at the Anti-Corruption Bureau, but you disagreed and insisted on taking him back to the Police Bureau for custody!"

"Not only did you seriously delay our review process, but now the person has been killed right under your nose!"

"Is this the Police Bureau's efficiency? Are you all idiots?"

"You don't need me to repeatedly stress how important Lin Niansheng's case is, do you?"

"Once he's dead, all the leads are cut off!"

"You think saying sorry will let you sweep this under the rug?"

"I tell you, it's not possible!"

"Today, Liu Yanxi, you must give me an explanation!"

"Otherwise, don't even think about walking out of the Anti-Corruption Bureau's doors!"

Zhou Wanting vented her anger, fuming.

Meanwhile, Liu Yanxi standing opposite kept her head low and said nothing.

She had agreed to hand Lin Niansheng over to the Anti-Corruption Bureau for interrogation and investigation.

But the Police Bureau also wanted to push the investigation forward quickly.

Both sides were very anxious.

They could only each take a step back.

During the day they would send Lin Niansheng to the Anti-Corruption Bureau, and at night take him back to the Police Bureau.

That way both sides would have a chance to interrogate.

But they never expected something like this to happen.

Zhou Wanting undid her hair tie and, feeling agitated, grabbed at the loose red curls that had fallen.

Everything was just one step away from completion.

Lin Niansheng had been abandoned by many sides, and his heart began to waver.

Give her one more day.

She was sure she could get what she wanted from Lin Niansheng's mouth.

But this damn guy actually died!

Zhou Wanting's inner feelings boiled over as she paced back and forth.

She asked Liu Yanxi, "You used to be quite articulate, why are you pretending to be mute now?"

"I just want an explanation from you—is that so hard?"

Hearing this, Liu Yanxi furrowed her brows.

With her hands behind her back, they had already clenched into fists.

"I will investigate this matter thoroughly!"

Then Zhou Wanting let out a few mocking laughs.

"Hehe."

"Saying that now, what credibility do you have left?"

"A thorough investigation? Your insides are corrupt, you collude with each other—do you dare to investigate?"

"Don't try to fool me with the same tricks you use to deceive the public!"

As for this moment.

The Police Bureau's image in the public's eyes is utterly corrupt.

Liu Yanxi's earlier solemn promises to the media reporters have all become jokes.

Even so, Liu Yanxi insisted, "Give me a little time; I will investigate what happened last night thoroughly, and once I find any suspect, no matter who they are, I will show no mercy!"

Zhou Wanting crossed her arms and gave a cold smile.

"What do you call this?"

"Lifting a stone only to drop it on your own foot!"

"If you had listened to me earlier, we wouldn't have so many troubles, would we?"

"This person's greed is like a snake trying to swallow an elephant!"

"Captain Liu, you're asking for way too much!"

"Wanting to take everything—there's no such good thing in the world!"

"From now on, keep a low profile!"

"Don't damn well ruin yourself and drag others down with you!"

Just as her words fell.

Liu Yanxi suddenly raised her head, her eyes sharp as she looked at her and said, "Deputy Section Chief Zhou, don't think this is just my affair; I took a bullet for you, understand?"

What do you mean?

Zhou Wanting's face darkened.

Hmph.

What I mean is, you should be glad Lin Niansheng died in the Police Bureau, not your Anti-Corruption Bureau!

Otherwise, the person being held accountable right now would be you, Zhou Wanting!

Don't take advantage and then act innocent!

I, Liu Yanxi, owe you nothing!

Liu Yanxi said this coldly.

Without waiting for Zhou Wanting to retort, she turned and left directly.

Zhou Wanting watched her arrogant back, so angry she could barely speak.

But after she calmed down.

She carefully reconsidered what Liu Yanxi had just said.

She couldn't help feeling a chill of dread upon reflection.

Yes.

The assassin behind the scenes wanted Lin Niansheng's life.

If Lin Niansheng had died on the Anti-Corruption Bureau's turf, the consequences…

Unimaginable!

Police Bureau.

Liu Yanxi, upon returning, went straight to the Bureau Chief's office.

In her urgency, she didn't even knock, just burst in.

Chief Zhao, I have something to say…

Just as she began to speak.

She noticed several reporters sitting in front of Zhao Dezheng.

The rest of her words died away.

Meanwhile, Zhao Dezheng wore a grim face and waved her off.

Please step out first.

Unfortunately, it was already too late.

Several reporters recognized Liu Yanxi's identity and hurried over.

Liu Team, how exactly did Lin Niansheng die?

Was Maozi involved in the crime? When will the investigation results be out?

Do you have anything to explain to the public?

Faced with the overwhelming doubts online, the police's credibility has plummeted; who do you think is responsible?

……

Liu Yanxi stared at the camera before her, her fists clenching and relaxing.

Since the investigation into Lin Niansheng's case began, their every move has attracted special attention from the outside world.

If they made a mistake, they were immediately put on the spot.

Her current answer must be especially careful.

She must not let these reporters find a loophole.

They would be crushed mercilessly.

Regarding the Lin Niansheng death case, we will as soon as possible…

The interview is over, Xiao Liu; please see the reporters out!

Zhao Dezheng suddenly interrupted her.

His intention was quite obvious.

Liu Yanxi realized and quickly shut her mouth.

She silently pushed open the office door and made a gesturing invitation.

A moment later.

Bureau Chief's office.

Liu Yanxi returned to face Zhao Dezheng once again.

Chief Zhao, we can't wait any longer; we must thoroughly investigate Lin Niansheng's cause of death and give the public an answer!

Hearing this, Zhao Dezheng held his forehead and said in a deep tone, "Lin Niansheng died because he couldn't bear the humiliation; he committed suicide. Close the case as I said!"

Liu Yanxi doubted she had heard wrong.

How could Lin Niansheng possibly have committed suicide?

Even if he died, he'd drag those people down with him!

We just need one more day, and we could…

Xiao Liu, the truth doesn't matter!

Zhao Dezheng sighed, leaned back in his chair, and said, "The situation is now beyond our control, so Lin Niansheng can only be a suicide; otherwise, the next victim could be you or me!"

Only suicide?

Liu Yanxi snorted coldly: "Chief Zhao, you're afraid of them, but I'm not!"

Idiot!

How come you just don't understand?

Is it that only you want to achieve merit, while I, damn it, don't want to?

But the higher-ups have made it clear!

Lin Niansheng's cause of death was suicide!

Do you really want to go against the higher-ups?

Once we're dismissed, nothing matters anymore!

Do you understand?!