0p0 Chapter 104 A Naive Suspect
Chapter 104 A Naive Suspect
Municipal Public Security Bureau, interrogation room.
Qi Tongwei poured Shen Guoqing a glass of water. "Let's talk slowly now. If you're thirsty, just say so."
Shen Guoqing picked up his water bottle and took a big gulp. "Ask away, I'll tell you the truth about what I know."
Qi Tongwei was still a little unaccustomed to it; he wished all criminals were so quick to act.
Are you involved in the operation of Jin Xin 4S store?
"I wasn't involved; I was just putting my name on a friend's name."
What's your friend's name?
"Ma Hao"
It turned out he wasn't the rich guy Manager Hu had mentioned. Qi Tongwei felt like he'd heard the name Ma Hao somewhere before.
Do you have a photo of Ma Hao?
Shen Guoqing said nonchalantly, "Why would I need his photo, a grown man?"
How did you two meet?
"I met him at the Rose Garden Bar. He's a very generous person, and we hit it off after chatting for a while, so we ended up having drinks together."
Shen Guoqing answered casually, and Qi Tongwei observed that he did not seem to be lying.
"Do you know where he lives?"
"Why should I care where he lives or what he does? Anyway, we go to Rose Garden Bar for drinks. The female owner, Sister Hua, is very generous. She also knows Ma Hao. Everyone at the bar calls him Brother Hao."
This is getting interesting. Based on Qi Tongwei's observation, Sister Hua is no simple character; she dared to openly cripple one of his legs.
"Did you simply add Ma Hao's name as the legal representative because you got along well with him and often drank together?"
Shen Guoqing thought for a moment, "It's mainly because Ma Hao has read my book."
Qi Tongwei was a little surprised, "You've published a book?"
"What's with that look? You don't actually think I'm just a good-for-nothing who relies on my parents and older siblings, do you? I published a book three years ago called 'Love, Poetry, Freedom'."
Speaking of this book, Shen Guoqing is very proud because it incorporates his university days and his reflections after going abroad.
Unfortunately, it didn't make him famous as he had imagined. It only printed about 3000 copies, and Qin Ge paid for its publication.
Book titles in those days were very conservative, unlike the simple and direct titles of later generations.
How are the sales?
Shen Guoqing rarely sighed, "It's a long story."
Qi Tong couldn't help but laugh, "If you named it 'Love You Till I Die,' it might become a hit."
"Love Even If It Dies" is a great title; it immediately conveys that the male and female protagonists crave freedom and want to break free from societal constraints.
Shen Guoqing was completely oblivious to the fact that he was in the police station's interrogation room.
Qi Tongwei was speechless. What a misfortune for the family; a general's family has produced a worthless son.
"Now it seems that Ma Hao deliberately approached you and used you."
Shen Guoqing shook his head. "Sigh, I'm afraid that's the case. I really don't understand why they're so interested in money."
Qi Tongwei really wanted to slap him. Young Master Shen, you really don't know the hardships of ordinary people.
"Did you take any money from him?"
"No, I haven't received a single penny. He did often treat me to drinks, but I just thought it was just friendly interaction, so I treated him to drinks too."
Shen Guoqing was certain, his eyes filled with utter stupidity.
"By the way, since he's not from Shanghai, using my name makes it easier for the Industry and Commerce Bureau to verify his identity."
Qi Tongwei suddenly became curious, "So, do you work?"
"I'm not used to doing the same job for long periods of time. I want to experience life. Working long hours makes me feel restricted and not free at all."
Shen Guoqing spoke very seriously, as if he were completely immersed in the freedom he longed for.
Qi Tongwei was speechless. "If you don't work, how do you have money to go to bars? Bars aren't cheap. I can easily assume Ma Hao is just giving you money in a different way."
Shen Guoqing nodded and thought for a moment, "Ma Hao did pay more than me, so it's reasonable for you to think that way. But I really didn't know anything about the smuggling, and I've never been involved."
Qi Tongwei was getting a little frustrated. If it were someone who was stubborn, he could have threatened them.
"When Ma Hao was drinking, was anyone with him? For example, his girlfriend, what's her name?"
Shen Guoqing clenched his fists and tapped his thighs. "Oh right, I remember now. The last time we met, Ma Hao brought a girlfriend. She said she was a TV host, something like Yan Yan, and she spoke very gently."
Qi Tongwei suddenly remembered, "Is her name Liu Yanyan?"
"Yes, yes, how did you know?"
What a small world! Qi Tongwei has an impression of Ma Hao. It seems he was too simplistic in imagining Ma Hao as someone who cheats people out of money and sex. Ma Hao is involved in a big business of smuggling and even execution.
Are you sure Liu Yanyan speaks very gently?
"Yes, the soft, melodious Wu dialect is especially pleasant to listen to."
Okay, Qi Tongwei gave up arguing. "By the way, do you still have that book? Can I have a copy?"
"No problem, I'll bring it to you as soon as I'm out."
"You'll have to stay here until we figure things out. If you remember anything, be sure to speak up immediately."
"Okay, I'll treat this as experiencing life in detention."
Qi Tongwei had to admit he admired Shen Guoqing's attitude.
After the interrogation, Qi Tongwei immediately reported the results to Han Weiping.
"Based on the interrogation results, Shen Guoqing doesn't seem to be lying. What do you plan to do?"
"Director Han, I suggest continuing the detention. What if he's just experiencing the life of a movie star? Then we've all been fooled."
Han Weiping faced immense pressure after arresting Shen Guoqing, as he had to be cautious in dealing with the son of an old revolutionary.
"Then lock him up for a few days. What are you planning to do next?"
"Bring Liu Yanyan back for investigation, and we'll probably have to investigate the Rose Garden Bar as well."
Han Weiping nodded. Qi Tongwei's investigation approach was very clear. No wonder Old Ye recommended him. Most people wouldn't dare to bring Shen Guoqing back without solid evidence.
"Go ahead, just report back immediately if anything happens."
"Yes, Director Han."
The Shanghai TV station was almost closing time when Qi Tongwei, along with Tang Guozhong and Tian Xiaobing, rushed over.
After identifying themselves as police officers, the security guard let them in.
Upon encountering a female employee, Qi Tongwei immediately asked, "Hello, comrade, we are police officers. Do you know Liu Yanyan?"
The female employee paused for a moment, "I think I just saw her go to Director Chang's office."
Could you please take us there?
"This one……"
The female employee was in a dilemma because there were recent rumors that the deputy director, Chang Bo, was having an affair with Liu Yanyan. What if she caught them in the act?
"Excuse me, officer, I have a stomachache and need to go to the restroom."
The female employee ran away quickly.
Qi Tongwei keenly sensed that there was probably more to the story. Anyway, he had seen a lot in later generations, so he just had to think about the relationship between a male leader and a beautiful female subordinate in that way.
As Sha Ruijin said, the leaders all know about any female subordinates who are even slightly attractive.
Qi Tongwei asked his way along the way and naturally found Deputy Director Chang's office.
He knocked on the door, and an angry voice came from inside, "Who is it? Whatever it is, we'll talk about it tomorrow."
Qi Tongwei twisted the door open forcefully, revealing a sensual scene: Liu Yanyan, disheveled, frantically trying to put on her clothes.
Deputy Director Chang was only wearing a shirt with nothing underneath.
Qi Tongwei immediately made a decision that surprised Tang Guozhong and Tian Xiaobing.
He took out his camera from his bag and started snapping photos of the adulterous couple.