Police station, interrogation room.
In his previous life, Xiao Chen had entered the police station more than once, taking the blame for Xiao Ming’s drug use, street racing, and even assaulting traffic police officers.
He was so familiar with the procedures here that he could not be more accustomed to them.
Even the experienced officer Zhou Jun began to suspect that this kid might be a repeat offender.
But when Zhou Jun pulled up his file, it was completely clean, with no criminal record whatsoever.
After the statements were recorded and compared, Zhou Jun, relying on his experience, immediately judged that Xiao Chen had been wronged, while Xiao Qian’s testimony was nothing but speculation.
He called both parties together, set the statements on the table, and said, “Ms. Xiao, after our investigation, your bracelet was not stolen by your younger brother.”
“There must be some misunderstanding or another reason behind this.”
“Not him? That’s impossible. How did you investigate? No one else came to our house except him.” Xiao Qian found it unbelievable.
“He is your younger brother,” Zhou Jun explained patiently. “How is he an outsider?”
“Officer Zhou, aside from sharing the surname Xiao, I have no relationship with the Xiao family,” Xiao Chen corrected.
“I don’t have a brother like him. A country person, crude and unreasonable,” Xiao Qian said angrily.
“Enough.” Zhou Jun frowned. “Everything must be based on evidence. Right now, there is no evidence proving that your bracelet was stolen by your brother.”
“Go home and wait. If there is any development, we will notify you.”
“That’s it?” Xiao Qian could not accept it. She pointed at Xiao Chen. “He’s the thief. You’re not arresting him?”
“I’ve already said, everything requires evidence.” Zhou Jun tapped the table. “I don’t know what misunderstanding exists between you and your brother.”
“But he is your family, your brother. You keep calling him a country person and unreasonable. Do you think that’s appropriate?”
Xiao Qian glared at Xiao Chen. “He is still a suspect. I request that he be detained for 24 hours.”
“And I demand a search of his residence.”
Zhou Jun frowned again. According to procedure, it was not entirely unreasonable, but Xiao Chen was clearly innocent. Detaining him for 24 hours would be inappropriate.
Just then, his phone rang.
He glanced at the caller ID and his expression changed. It was the bureau chief.
He immediately stepped out of the interrogation room and answered the call.
“Old Zhou, do you have a student named Xiao Chen there?” the chief asked.
“Yes, Chief. What’s the matter?” Zhou Jun replied, confused.
“The General Bureau called. They want us to take care of him. If he’s fine, let him go as soon as possible,” the chief said.
“The General Bureau?” Zhou Jun’s heart skipped a beat. “Does this student have connections?”
“A big shot. Director Song from the General Bureau personally called. Don’t ask too many questions.”
After hanging up, Zhou Jun found it hard to calm down.
This ordinary-looking high school student actually had such backing?
He returned to the interrogation room. “The matter has been clarified. You may both leave.”
“I demand his detention,” Xiao Qian insisted.
“First, detention for 24 hours applies to suspects identified by the police, not suspects identified by you.” Zhou Jun’s face hardened. “If you continue causing trouble, you are wasting police resources. Go home.”
Xiao Qian was startled. With no better option, she reluctantly gave up.
She glared at Xiao Chen. “This isn’t over.”
After she left, Zhou Jun personally escorted Xiao Chen outside.
“Xiao Chen, you’re still in high school, right?” Zhou Jun asked.
“Yes, Officer Zhou,” Xiao Chen replied.
“If you encounter any problems at school, call me.” Zhou Jun gave him his phone number.
“Thank you, Officer Zhou.” Xiao Chen memorized it.
He looked at Zhou Jun, hesitating.
After being reborn, his memories of his previous life were incredibly clear, as if heaven had granted him a golden finger.
He remembered Zhou Jun. In his previous life, Zhou Jun had been a heroic anti-drug officer.
Unfortunately, during a routine inspection at a nightclub, he encountered drug traffickers and fought them alone, dying in the line of duty.
The date seemed to be within these few days.
“You look like you want to say something,” Zhou Jun said with a smile.
“Officer Zhou, do you have an operation tonight?” Xiao Chen asked carefully.
“Yes, we’re conducting a routine inspection at nightclubs later. Why?” Zhou Jun asked.
“Officer Zhou, can you listen to me?” Xiao Chen said seriously. “Wear a bulletproof vest and bring more people.”
“It’s just a nightclub inspection, not a drug raid. There’s no need for bulletproof vests, right?” Zhou Jun was taken aback.
“I don’t know how to explain it. But if you trust me, please do as I say,” Xiao Chen replied solemnly. “It’s best to treat this inspection as if you’re dealing with drug traffickers.”
Zhou Jun was stunned and wanted to ask more, but Xiao Chen had already left.
After thinking for a moment and recalling Xiao Chen’s background, Zhou Jun decisively took out his phone. “Xiao Zhao, for tonight’s nightclub inspection, bring more officers. Bring equipment and wear bulletproof vests.” Follow the newest chapters on novelping . com.
“Understood, Captain Zhou. But we’re just assisting with a routine inspection tonight. Is such a large deployment necessary?” Xiao Zhao asked.
“Bring them. It hasn’t been very safe lately. Better to be prepared,” Zhou Jun replied.
When Xiao Chen stepped outside, he realized that Song Ziyan had been waiting there the entire time.
It was already 4 p.m.
When she saw him, she finally relaxed. “Xiao Chen, are you okay?”
“I’m fine. Why did you come here?” Xiao Chen was surprised.
“I was worried about you, so I came to wait,” Song Ziyan said.
“Thank you for worrying about me.” A warm feeling rose in Xiao Chen’s heart.
He had always felt that this girl was different toward him, even in his previous life.
But he did not know why.
“Let me treat you to dinner. You waited half the day for me,” Xiao Chen suggested.
“Okay, okay.” Song Ziyan nodded eagerly. “Where are we going?”
“A good place. I’m sure you’ve never been there.” Xiao Chen smiled. “We’ll take the bus.”
“Okay.” Song Ziyan agreed.
They went to the bus stop. Song Ziyan searched on her phone for how to take the bus.
When boarding, she pulled out a 100 yuan bill and was about to put it into the fare box.
“What are you doing?” Xiao Chen quickly stopped her.
“I… I don’t have small change,” Song Ziyan said awkwardly. “Isn’t it self-service?”
“When was the last time you took a bus?” Xiao Chen took out his phone and opened the transit QR code on Alipay. “Just scan this. It’s 1 yuan for the full route.”
“Oh, I didn’t know.” Song Ziyan’s face flushed slightly as she quickly found the transit QR code and scanned it.
They rode for nine stops and got off at Wanjia Garden Antique Market.
Next to the market was a lively snack street. It was just past 5 p.m., when the vendors were opening for business.
To Song Ziyan, it was like discovering a new world. Stinky tofu, spicy hot pot, oden, grilled cold noodles…
She had never eaten these before. Her family had a private chef, and the food she ate was specially prepared.
When dining out, it was always high-end restaurants serving steak and French escargot.
This kind of street food filled with everyday atmosphere was truly her first experience.
“Xiao Chen, how did you find this place? This food is really delicious.”