Death Sentence, I Bound to Solve Crimes

Top scammer Shen Ye is framed, sentenced to death with a reprieve. In desperation, he awakens the crime-solving system: solve real cold cases to reduce his sentence and extend his life, failure deducts lifespan. Skilled in social engineering and psychological manipulation, he uses criminal thinking to crack serial cases, gathering allies in prison while navigating police and dark forces. As old cases are overturned and disguises torn away, Shen Ye solves crimes to survive while hunting the mysterious mastermind 'Ghost Hand' who framed him. Starting as a prisoner, he uses the crime code to judge all hidden filth.