Ye Qiu and Captain Zhao slowly walked out of the Baicao Hall, their faces unusually heavy, as if shrouded in a thick layer of gloom.
Just moments ago, a mysterious figure had suddenly appeared, making the already convoluted case even more complex.
"In my opinion, this Li Wenxuan is definitely not acting alone; there must be someone behind the scenes orchestrating everything," Captain Zhao said sharply, calmly analyzing as he pondered.
Ye Qiu nodded in agreement and added, "That's right. I believe the owner of Baicao Hall, Uncle Wang, might know more about that mysterious person.
We should consider sending someone to quietly monitor him; we might catch some crucial clues."
Captain Zhao made a decisive decision and immediately began to deploy the necessary arrangements, quickly assigning capable subordinates to carry out the covert surveillance task on Uncle Wang.
Meanwhile, Ye Qiu and Su Mu did not pause for a moment; they pressed on in their pursuit of Li Wenxuan's whereabouts.
Su Mu held a compass in his hand, murmuring incantations as he focused intently on performing his exquisite divination technique, hoping to uncover traces of Li Wenxuan.
The divination clearly indicated that Li Wenxuan had not left the bustling Jianghai City as people expected; instead, he was quietly hiding in an abandoned factory on the outskirts of the city, a place rarely visited and overgrown with weeds.
This was not the first time criminals had taken refuge in abandoned factories, leading everyone to wonder: why do these derelict places always serve as havens for wrongdoers?
"Li Wenxuan is in the abandoned factory on the outskirts!" Su Mu said gravely to Ye Qiu.
His resolute eyes were fixed ahead, as if he could see through the thick fog to the hidden figure of evil within.
Upon hearing this, Ye Qiu wasted no time in relaying this crucial information to Captain Zhao.
On the other end of the line, Captain Zhao felt a surge of joy upon receiving the news.
He knew deep down that he had finally found a crucial lead, taking a significant step closer to successfully capturing the suspect.
Without hesitation, he swiftly mobilized a large number of officers and sped towards the abandoned factory like a whirlwind.
The police cars, flashing red and blue lights, snaked through the streets like a dragon, and soon arrived at their destination.
The police quickly sprang into action, surrounding the abandoned factory tightly, forming an impenetrable encirclement.
Then, a tense and thrilling carpet search officially commenced.
Officers carefully navigated through the desolate ruins, leaving no corner unchecked.
Time ticked away, and the atmosphere grew increasingly tense and oppressive.
Suddenly, an observant officer spotted a suspicious movement in a secluded corner of the factory.
Following his gaze, he saw a shadow curled up there—it was their long-sought target, Li Wenxuan.
However, unexpectedly, Li Wenxuan seemed to have already anticipated the police's plan of action.
Faced with the approaching officers, he showed no intention of retreating and certainly did not choose to surrender quietly.
On the contrary, a flash of determination and madness crossed his eyes as he suddenly pulled out a gleaming surgical knife from his pocket and lunged fearlessly at the police.
In an instant, chaos erupted as blades clashed and the scene descended into turmoil...
Seeing this unfold, Ye Qiu wasted no time and dashed forward, instantly engaging in a fierce struggle with Li Wenxuan.
Ye Qiu moved with agility and precision, while Li Wenxuan, despite his deep knowledge of medicine, appeared clumsy and slow in close combat.
As expected, it didn't take long for Ye Qiu to subdue Li Wenxuan completely with his superior fighting skills.
At that moment, a cacophony of footsteps approached rapidly; the police had arrived in response to the alarm.
Like tigers descending from a mountain, they charged in forcefully, swiftly pinning the still-dazed Li Wenxuan to the ground and quickly placing cold handcuffs on him.
Next, the officers began a thorough search of Li Wenxuan's body. As anticipated, they discovered a package of glimmering flying needles and several bottles of pungent mixed poisons.
Undoubtedly, these items were the deadly weapons that led to the unfortunate victim's demise.
"Li Wenxuan, at this point, what do you have to say for yourself?" Captain Zhao questioned sternly, his face filled with anger.
Li Wenxuan's complexion had turned as pale as paper, devoid of any color, and he stood there like a soulless statue.
He knew all too well that he was trapped with no chance of escaping his guilt.
After a brief silence, Li Wenxuan finally lifted his head slowly. His eyes were dim and lifeless as he weakly began to confess his crimes.
It turned out that the unfortunate victim had been Li Wenxuan's colleague; they both worked at the same research institution.
However, due to severe disagreements on an important academic issue, both sides held firm to their positions and refused to yield. Over time, this conflict escalated into an irreconcilable hatred.
Driven by resentment, Li Wenxuan impulsively chose extreme measures to resolve their dispute, leading to this heartbreaking tragedy.
For a long time, Li Wenxuan had harbored resentment towards the deceased. This bitterness accumulated within him until it ultimately compelled him to decide to take the other person's life.
In order to ensure his successful escape from legal repercussions, Li Wenxuan meticulously planned and executed this murder.
He specifically chose a rare and nearly undetectable weapon—the flying needle.
This flying needle was not only small and sharp, capable of easily piercing human skin, but it was also coated with a mixture of highly toxic herbs.
As a result, even a slight prick from the needle would cause the victim to succumb to poison within a short time.
After committing the murder, Li Wenxuan painstakingly transported the corpse to an abandoned construction site that had long been deserted.
This location was remote, overgrown with weeds, and rarely noticed by anyone.
He believed that hiding the body here would allow him to temporarily evade police scrutiny.
Moreover, Li Wenxuan understood that it would be difficult to erase all traces of his crime on his own.
Thus, he secretly contacted a mysterious figure for assistance in handling various potential complications that might arise afterward.
“Who exactly is this mysterious person?” Ye Qiu pressed eagerly. In response to Ye Qiu's inquiry, Li Wenxuan slowly shook his head and replied in a somber tone, “To be honest, I really don’t know who he is.
We only communicate over the phone.
Every time he appears, he wears a thick mask that completely conceals his face. Even his voice is deliberately disguised, making it impossible to discern any of his vocal characteristics.”
Although Li Wenxuan remained tight-lipped about the exact identity of this mysterious individual, the police, through their keen insight and solid investigative work, had already gathered ample evidence.
This evidence was sufficient to prove that Li Wenxuan was indeed the mastermind behind this chilling flying needle murder case.
With the arrest of Li Wenxuan, this once widely publicized and heinous criminal case has finally come to a resolution, and the truth is now revealed.
The city of Jianghai has returned to its former tranquil and harmonious atmosphere.
The streets are bustling with traffic, pedestrians hurry along; in the park, the trees provide shade as children laugh and play… everything seems unchanged.
However, for Ye Qiu and Su Mu, a lingering shadow of unease hangs over them.
Despite the fact that the murderer has been brought to justice, the mysterious figure lurking in the darkness remains at large, like a ghost hiding in some corner of the city.
This unknown threat weighs heavily on their hearts, leaving them restless and anxious.
That mysterious person continues to be a potential danger.
They know that the influence of the Xuanming Sect is far stronger than they had imagined.
New challenges await them.
They must continuously improve themselves to face even greater crises in the future. And what kind of turmoil will the hidden Xuanming Sect unleash?
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