Chapter 26 A Talk on the Rooftop
Word Number:296
Author:紫凝
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Release Time:2025-09-10
“This time, we really ought to give some credit to our Comrade Mu Yu. In just a matter of days, she managed to crack both homicide cases. Let’s all give her some applause,” Wen Fei announced after going through the confessions of Cao Xiufen and Shi Yanfang once more, and double-checking every piece of evidence. Everything was solid—ready to hand over to the prosecutor. The case could now be officially closed. “It wasn’t just me. It was everyone’s effort,” Mu Yu replied, her voice low. Ever since bringing Cao Xiufen and Shi Yanfang back, she had been subdued, listless almost, barely speaking, and had even stayed away from the interrogations. “Captain Wen, Yu is probably just worn out. She hasn’t had a proper rest these past few days,” Yan Yang quickly tried to smooth things over for her. “Well, let’s wrap it up here then. Yu, make sure you write the closing report carefully. That final step is critical—you mustn’t let anything slip,” Wen Fei reminded her. “Got it. I understand.” Mu Yu couldn’t bring herself to say more. She didn’t even glance back, just turned and left Wen Fei’s office. “Master, wait up! Should we head up to the rooftop for some air? Or maybe to the boxing room for a few rounds?” Qiu Feng caught up with her in a hurry. He knew why she was upset. As a woman, it was only natural that she would feel a sense of empathy with Cao Xiufen and Shi Yanfang. She needed a way to release that heaviness. It was nearly evening now, and outside the heat of the day would have begun to fade. “And how did you know those are the two pla