Free Web NovelChapter 270: Chapter 267: Calm Down, What Is This?_1
Hearing Mr. Qu’s words, there was nothing left unclear, and several people crowded around.
Mr. Qu simply printed out all the chat records. After reviewing them, everyone shivered with trepidation. Xu Dayuan’s face turned solemn as he looked towards Mr. Qu.
"The other number, you can track down the registration phone number, right?"
Mr. Qu nodded.
"While you were looking at these, I already found out that this registration phone number belongs to Chang Yuzhang. However, this person deleted everything very cleanly. I suspect Chang Yuzhang changed his phone, unlike Zhang Wei. He deleted the chat records, but the system can automatically back up. He had this setting on and didn’t even know it."
At this point, Mr. Qu paused and blinked, looking at Xu Dayuan.
Xu Dayuan appeared to understand. It seemed that Mr. Qu’s operation was somewhat irregular.
However, this case was severely lacking in evidence, especially since the murder was carried out by Chang Yuzhang alone. If Zhang Wei were to stonewall and vehemently deny everything, it would be tough to close the case. Even if it were submitted to the prosecutor’s office, it could easily be sent back.
"Later, I will give you the two suspects’ phones. Can you retrieve the previous backup data on their phones?"
"That’s possible."
Receiving a positive answer, Xu Dayuan waved his hand.
"Let’s go. Let’s all listen in. This time, Zhang Sannian, you come with me. We’ll take it one by one, starting with Zhang Wei. Mr. Qu, work quickly. I need ironclad evidence." ƒreewebɳovel.com
Liu Yongxin, uncharacteristically not singing a different tune, eagerly followed Zhou Ning to the observation room. The group watched as Zhang Wei already sat in the interrogation chair, his expression rather calm.
He probably knew about Chang Yuzhang being brought in for questioning yesterday and understood that since the case wasn’t closed, they would bring him in for questioning. Such a calm attitude indicated he had extraordinary mental strength, befitting his previous career as a lawyer.
Just as he was thinking this, Mr. Bai brought over a phone encased in an evidence bag. Zhou Ning took it and handed it directly to Mr. Qu. Mr. Qu, clearly excited, plugged in a data cable and began to rapidly type on the keyboard.
Mr. Zhao felt a twitch in his cheek as he watched Mr. Qu’s fingers. With that speed, he couldn’t even see the fingers’ movements; the afterimages were already appearing on the keyboard.
"Hey, Mr. Qu, did you rent those fingers of yours? Are you in a rush to return them? Director Xu asked you to be quick, but goodness me! People would think you’ve learned some kind of magic technique the way the keyboard is about to smoke. And isn’t there a silent model of this thing? The clattering noise is killing me!"
Liu Yongxin slapped Mr. Zhao away with the palm of his hand. Although Mr. Zhao was dissatisfied, he didn’t dare to talk back to Liu Yongxin.
"Why are you hitting people, Uncle?" freewёbnoνel.com
"Stop your nonsense. Mr. Qu likes to hear that sound. The clattering makes him feel comfortable and work faster. If you think you can do better, go ahead."
Mr. Qu chuckled. In fact, compared to the R&D center at Qin University, he really enjoyed the atmosphere in the lab. Although the pressure was great, working there truly felt comfortable.
"It’s done. I’ve printed it out. Who will take it in?"
Looking at the contents printed by the printer, Liu Yongxin quickly snatched them up and stuffed them into Zhao Xinli’s arms. Zhao Xinli pursed his lips, unable to come up with a retort, and hurriedly delivered the documents to the next-door interrogation room.
Xu Dayuan took the printed materials and Zhang Wei’s phone, nodding at Mr. Zhao.
From the moment he entered the interrogation room, he just stared at Zhang Wei. Not a word was asked, and the two stared at each other for several minutes. While Zhang Wei was unaware of what sort of cop he was facing, Xu Dayuan was simply biding his time.
Xu Dayuan placed the materials on the table, lit a cigarette, and instead of sitting, he stood directly in front of Zhang Wei.
He preferred this angle, looking down at the suspect. It seemed insignificant, but from the suspect’s perspective, it felt very oppressive. With hands handcuffed and forced to look up at Xu Dayuan, the suspect’s momentum was effectively diminished.
"Zhang Wei, right? We’ve already done the interrogation, and I don’t want to waste time. Let’s get straight to the point. Tell me, why did you get divorced from your ex-wife, Yi Xiuli?"
Zhang Wei was somewhat surprised, his ears twitched. Then he slightly lowered his head and did not make Xu Dayuan wait long. After a moment of contemplation, he looked up at Xu Dayuan and said.
"I signed as a guarantor for someone, and that person was unable to repay the debt, so I ended up shouldering the debt. I didn’t want to drag my wife and children into this, so as soon as I got the news, I quickly went through with the divorce proceedings. It was a way to preserve some of the assets, I suppose."
He spoke without giving anything away, and Xu Dayuan raised an eyebrow before continuing,
"Carrying the debt to avoid burdening your ex-wife and children seems like a sound reason. However, looking at your records, you divorced on September 29, 2010, and married the deceased, Xia Lirmin, on December 3, 2010.
That doesn’t quite match what you’re saying. To remarry just over sixty days after a divorce, did you find true love, or were you seeking someone to share the burden of debt with? Which one was it?"
"I was laid off at that time, and it was my lowest point. But I still had a storefront under my mother’s name, so I wasn’t left with nothing. Meeting Xia Lirmin was unexpected. I never thought I’d remarry. She was special, and although my capabilities were limited, I still wanted to give her the best."
Xu Dayuan nodded, not dwelling on the issue, but instead, he picked up a paper cup and flicked his cigarette ash into it.
"Do you know Chang Yuzhang?"
Zhang Wei slightly tilted his head, his face bearing a puzzled expression.
"Officer, please explain carefully, I didn’t quite catch that name."
Xu Dayuan lifted a photocopied ID card, holding it directly in front of Zhang Wei.
"Chang Yuzhang and Xia Lirmin were high school classmates, insurance agents, and also her first boyfriend. According to the results of our investigation, after your marriage, the frequency of them checking into motels was at least once a week. You’re saying you don’t know this person?"
Zhang Wei shook his head blankly.
"He looks somewhat familiar, but I can’t recall right now. I probably saw him at a gathering over the New Year, but I don’t remember clearly. Officer, Xia Lirmin is dead. If she did anything wrong, I can forgive her, but please, don’t bring it up like this. I don’t want anyone disturbing her spirit; after all, the dead are gone."
Zhang Wei hung his head slightly, Mr. Zhao let out a sigh.
"Fuck, if it weren’t for the chat logs, who would know someone could be this cold? Just look at that expression; even top-tier actors can’t reach this level. Mr. Qu, this software of yours isn’t cutting it in its fourth version; the marquee isn’t showing anything at all."
Mr. Qu looked resentfully at Mr. Zhao.
"Mr. Zhao, can we not call it the marquee? You’ve led me astray. Last night when I chatted with Doctor Lu, I blurted out ’the marquee,’ and Doctor Lu gave me an earful."
Mr. Zhao couldn’t stop laughing, patting Mr. Qu on the shoulder.
"Buddy, my bad."
Mr. Qu glanced at the interrogation room and then back at the comparison frame on his computer.
"I’m still confident in version four, but this kind of thing depends on whom it’s used on. Don’t forget, Zhang Wei was once a lawyer; these people have exceptionally good psychological quality. If we could read a person’s mind just from their expression, we wouldn’t need to work in this field."
Liu Yongxin nodded in agreement.
"I support Mr. Qu this time. Zhang Wei’s composure is not just because he was a lawyer; I think he has already simulated all possible questions we could ask many times at home, like exam prep. He was thoroughly prepared."
Inside the interrogation room, Zhang Wei bowed his head as if the mention of Xia Lirmin was still difficult for him to accept, his shoulders trembling slightly.
Watching his performance, Xu Dayuan became interested. He approached Zhang Sannian, found the photocopy of the insurance policy, and handed it directly to Zhang Wei, signaling him to take a look.
"You must be familiar with this. Look at the names signed on it, especially the agent’s name—it clearly states the agent is named Chang Yuzhang. You’re telling me he looks familiar, but you don’t recognize him?
How much is your insurance premium? Why did you buy such a large personal accident insurance policy for a stay-at-home wife? And the signature on this policy, is it really signed by Xia Lirmin herself?"
Zhang Wei’s eyes widened, he tried to push up his glasses, but the handcuffs limited his movement, veins bulging on his forehead.
"Can’t I buy insurance for my wife? Which law prohibits it? Besides, I also bought insurance for my ex-wife and children. Just because Xia Lirmin died, does this insurance policy make me a suspect?"
Zhang Wei’s chest heaved visibly, like a trapped beast. Unable to break free from his restraints, he continued,
"As for Xia Lirmin being a homemaker, it was because she was falsely accused while working as a cashier and I couldn’t comfort her, so I asked her to resign. Although I have debts, I have always worked hard to earn money to give her a better life. As long as she liked something, I would fulfill her wishes without fail.
May I ask, since when has treating my wife well become an original sin? As for the signature you mentioned, I support handwriting experts to verify whether it is indeed written by Xia Lirmin.
As for the agent you’re talking about, I never paid attention to the names or faces. The insurance was arranged by Xia Lirmin herself; I just suggested raising the coverage. I always thought, if you’re going to buy it, buy the best and most expensive one; there can’t be any mistake in that.
Ha! I never thought that would be under suspicion. You’re incompetent and can’t find the real murderer, so you’re trying to pin the blame on me. Preposterous!"
Xu Dayuan laughed, his smile filled with delight, even clapping a few times.
Zhang Sannian, who was sitting next to the recorder, was familiar to Zhang Wei. However, he had never seen this very tall police officer, but the silver olive branches and a flower on his shoulder were striking.
He didn’t know who this person was, but their rank was undoubtedly not ordinary. He recognized the insignia—it was a Third-Class Police Supervisor. Qindao is a sub-provincial city, and there were only a few with such a rank, so it was certain that this person wasn’t the chief of the Rudong Municipal Public Security Bureau.
Xu Dayuan’s laughter made Zhang Wei increasingly uneasy; his gaze continuously scanned Xu Dayuan, trying to figure out what he could have said to excite him so much.
Excitement, indeed!
Suddenly, Xu Dayuan stopped smiling and threw a stack of papers in front of Zhang Wei.
"Did you buy insurance policies with a maximum death compensation of 4.5 million for everyone? Since you say you don’t know Chang Yuzhang, then what is this?"
