Free Web NovelChapter 1053: Chapter 520: At a Loss for Words? Taking Full Responsibility (2)
The older sister spoke, genuinely feeling a surge of anger.
But seeing her flushed face, almost fuming with rage.
Luo Fei said.
"Sister, it’s not wrong for you to want your daughter to excel. However, you’ve been too strict with her. It’s indeed caused her some trouble. Even if you don’t want to admit it, there’s no denying it."
Luo Fei spoke.
His tone was indifferent.
But his face was composed and unhurried.
Showing no mercy to himself.
The older sister was practically about to explode with anger.
"Officer, then what do you think? What should I do?"
"Do you really need to ask? Of course, you should admit your mistake and try to get your daughter to forgive you. I also believe that after some communication between you two, you can understand each other. That way, there won’t be any more conflicts."
But Luo Fei’s honest tone made the older sister almost laugh with rage.
"Officer, so after all this time, you think I’m wrong and want me to apologize to my daughter?"
"Sister, this is not the police station. We only ask what we want to know."
"So, rather than the grudges between you and your daughter, I’m more curious about the clues she holds. That’s what’s really helpful for us police officers."
Luo Fei’s reminder.
Suddenly made Xia Xiyi shudder.
"Mr. Luo is right. Since I have decided to report the other party, I should fully commit to this responsibility."
"I need to be responsible for what I say, not try to evade it."
Xia Xiyi said, suddenly turning to look at her mother.
Seeing her mother’s resolute expression.
The old mother felt she almost couldn’t recognize her anymore.
"Child, you’re becoming more and more disobedient!"
Just seeing her mother looking at her somewhat puzzled.
A hint of confusion also appeared on her face.
Xia Xiyi said.
"Officer Li, could you please let my mother step outside? After all, what I’m going to say next is related to the case."
"I also need to be responsible for what I say. So, I need to speak with Mr. Luo alone."
Seeing Xia Xiyi being very serious.
Her tone was also very earnest.
Li Yu had no choice but to instruct the older sister.
"Sister, your daughter is right. She does need to speak with Mr. Luo alone. So, if possible, I hope you can step outside."
Li Yu said, giving the older sister a meaningful glance.
Although she was reluctant, there were already quite a few people in the restaurant looking over.
The waitstaff had been glancing over for a while.
If it weren’t for Luo Fei being a police officer, they probably would have asked them to leave by now.
So she had no choice but to lower her voice and harshly remind her.
"I’ll be waiting for you outside!"
As the older sister turned and left.
Xia Xiyi felt somewhat embarrassed.
"I’m sorry, Mr. Luo, for causing you trouble. I need to apologize to you here."
"It’s all right. I understand it must be very difficult for you. Even in such a situation, you have to bear everything alone."
Luo Fei’s words made Xia Xiyi fall silent.
She was also a bit surprised.
"I didn’t expect that Mr. Luo would know?"
Seeing Xia Xiyi’s disbelief.
Unexpectedly, Luo Fei understood her.
Luo Fei just smiled.
"Miss Xia, isn’t that a very common thing?"
"After all, some parents probably won’t understand you. So deep down, I sympathize with how difficult it is being alone."
Luo Fei’s words made Xia Xiyi’s nose sting, almost bringing her to tears.
Her fists were clenched.
Seeing her unwillingness and awkwardness.
Luo Fei continued to gently guide her, talking for nearly half an hour.
Only then did they leave the restaurant.
"Mr. Luo, how did the conversation go?"
Almost simultaneously, as Xia Xiyi and Luo Fei exited the beverage shop.
He even bought two extra drinks.
Only then did he tell the older sister.
"Sister, your daughter is remarkable. She’s really strong. And what she’s been through is beyond your imagination. I must say, she’s truly outstanding."
But.
Seeing Luo Fei hesitating.
The older sister sternly said.
"Officer, as my daughter’s guardian, even if I can’t fulfill her obligations, I have the right to know what she has been through, right?"
"That way, I can better help her, can’t I?"
But before Sister Chen could finish.
Xia Xiyi already had a stern face.
"Mom, there’s no need. You can’t help with this. It’s better if you don’t complicate things for me."
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"Xia Xiyi, what did you just say?"
Seeing Sister Chen about to snap.
She raised her hand as if to strike.
Luo Fei also said.
"Sister, haven’t you ever had an embarrassing moment?"
"Can you honestly say you’ve never kept any secrets from your daughter?"
This question.
Left the older sister momentarily speechless.
Because she knew.
She indeed hadn’t been entirely honest with her daughter, unable to share everything without reservation.
"Mr. Luo is right. I have kept things from my daughter, and that’s my fault."
Seeing the older sister on the verge of speaking, lips pursed.
Luo Fei said.
"Since you have things you don’t want your daughter to know, feeling embarrassed or ashamed, she also has the right to maintain her privacy. You need to respect her to some extent."
"Besides, since our police have gathered enough evidence, we will do our best. You’re not involved in the investigation, and we have no obligation to explain the victim’s privacy to you."
Luo Fei was very clear on this point.
He also understood.
Even if he explained everything to the older sister.
She might not understand her daughter.
Instead, she might blame her.
For causing her worry.
Even saying some excessive things.
Which Luo Fei couldn’t accept.
What he wanted was to protect the victim’s emotional stability.
Not to let Sister Chen add fuel to the fire.
"Officer, thank you."
Realizing this.
Xia Xiyi deeply bowed to Luo Fei.
Her face was full of gratitude.
Seeing her face full of gratitude.
Luo Fei just smiled.
"It’s nothing, Miss Xia. If the investigation yields results later, we will definitely communicate with you first thing."
Seeing Luo Fei calm and composed.
And speaking with such determination.
Xia Xiyi felt a surge of warmth in her heart.
At this moment.
She truly felt that she had found a solid support.
Thanks to Luo Fei.
She didn’t crumble completely.
But, as Xia Xiyi was turning to leave.
Li Yu couldn’t help but frown.
"This poor Xia Xiyi sure has it tough."
"Let’s go. We’ve got the evidence, no need to stay."
Luo Fei knew.
For a girl like Xia Xiyi.
What she needs the most.
Is family support and care.
But, her mother doesn’t understand. Thus, she can’t give her daughter what she truly needs.
However, that wasn’t something Luo Fei could interfere with.
At most, he could offer words of comfort. Beyond that, there was little he could do.
"Mr. Luo, where are we heading?"
Almost simultaneously, with Li Yu’s reminder.
Luo Fei smiled.
"Questioning Mr. Huang directly wouldn’t be convenient. He probably won’t tell the truth. But if we approach from a different angle, the situation might change?"
Hearing Luo Fei’s words.
Li Yu had a vague understanding.
And couldn’t help but be curious.
"Mr. Luo, do you have other informants?"
"Not certain. But the young girl’s words just now did remind me."
