Ah, Xiao Ming, classmate Xiao Ming, he originally thought he would never have any interaction with this person again in his life, but unexpectedly, they could meet in such a way.

Actually thinking about it, it makes sense. After all, someone who wants to impersonate him to scam money online must be someone particularly familiar with him.

To prove he is Su Qing, naturally, it’s the photos. The photos circulating online are known to everyone, so they don’t have much persuasiveness. Then there is only one possibility, some people have photos of him that haven’t been posted online, using them for impersonation.

In this regard, the people at Zhang Chao’s wedding that day are very suspicious. After all, there were many people who took photos with him that day, both men and women, but only a few photos were posted online.

Moreover, at the beginning, they stated their identity in the comments section, claiming to be his classmates. Once the photos were verified, their identities were naturally confirmed.

Driven by interest, naturally, someone would contact them to ask for his contact information, or as long as they’re willing, they can privately message others. In this way, those people would naturally be more likely to believe them.

Now there are too many comments under that video. Even he can’t immediately find the important ones, making this matter very obscure.

Fortunately, in this information era, the police station’s tech department is very strong. Finding someone online isn’t that hard. You know, there’s even the profession of cyber police.

Some people are tracked down by the police just for making inappropriate comments in their own WeChat groups, let alone this kind of situation. Finding the person is literally too easy.

Otherwise, why would there be a saying that ’the internet is not a lawless place’?

If they really want to catch you, they can really come through the internet cables. It just depends on whether the police want to deal with you or not.

If this matter doesn’t have much impact or there are no victims reporting, the police naturally wouldn’t bother. But now this matter has already had a not so small impact, affecting his personal reputation and causing significant financial loss to the victims; just one report is enough to warrant a formal investigation.

According to the clues provided by the people who reported it, classmate Xiao Ming might even be sentenced to a fraud charge of up to three years, which is really absurd.

The few people were shocked to hear that there was actually an acquaintance involved.

"Are you sure, it wouldn’t be just a namesake, right?" Du Qiang asked on the side.

In response, Su Qing shook his head. He’s no longer the newbie who just joined the police station, needing to explain everything.

Now I am a consultant. If you trust me, then do it. If not, forget it. Anyway, as a consultant, my duty is to do my job well, analyze the case, provide opinions, and even display my abilities in some professional aspects, like my ’human lie detector’ ability. As for the rest, that falls under the police’s responsibilities.

"Relax, it’s likely him. Besides, this photo was taken by someone when I attended a wedding last month, so it can’t be wrong. Whoever has this photo must have been present, and among those who can still stay locally, they are likely my high school classmates," Su Qing said casually.

He recounted the story of attending his classmate’s wedding last month and pointed out the origin of the photo in the screenshot. The others naturally had no objections since they knew this deduction was largely accurate.

The four of them sat in the office discussing, while two young people sat shyly on the sofa beside them.

They are the station’s newcomers this year. One is named He Wendong, the other Yu Mingyuan. Both are police academy graduates; one is even Du Qiang’s junior alumni from the same university.

This November, after passing the public security exam, they were formally assigned here. Until today, they didn’t know that even getting into police academy doesn’t necessarily mean you can become a police officer.

Aside from some professional factors, they must be fresh graduates and pass the public security exam to become police officers, with only this one chance; pass and everything is set, fail and they have to find a job through the talent market or take the civil service exam like Wang Xing to get recruited.

"Alright then, since there’s a familiar person involved, let’s start with your acquaintance. Xiao He, Xiao Yu?" After confirming the information, Yan Lie spoke up.

"Captain Yan,"

"Captain Yan!"

Upon hearing the words, the two young people stood up instantly, appearing somewhat nervous. Even Su Qing could see their discomfort in the new environment.

But reflecting on when he first came, he didn’t seem to be like that, though he had to admit these two look evidently like they just stepped into society.

He used to not believe why others could tell at a glance that he just graduated from college, but it turned out to be really obvious.

"No worries, I’ve told you guys several times, no need to be so reserved. Later, you two will join us on a mission. Your task is to stay back with Consultant Su and help when necessary. If faced with intense resistance, remember to protect Consultant Su, understand?" Yan Lie instructed.

Upon hearing this, the excitement was evident in the eyes of the two young people.

"Rest assured, Captain Yan, no problem!"

"We will definitely take care of Consultant Su!"

Su Qing: ...

Looking at the way the two were looking at him, he felt they were treating him like a protected species. What a joke, you think I need your protection?

He is no longer the newbie from before, knowing these kind of arrest missions are almost without danger, merely a process of finding someone and bringing them back.

In such scenarios, as long as they show their police identities, the suspects almost never dare to resist. After all, there aren’t that many desperadoes.

Besides, no matter what, I’m also a man. There’s Li Zijun, a woman, by the side, protect her, not me, Su Qing thought rolling his eyes.

Seeing this, Yan Lie didn’t mind and said directly, "Don’t overthink it. After all, you’re a consultant, not a cop. This was originally police work. It’s just Zhao and Old Lin were arranging things randomly. I’m just taking precautions.

Also, Xiao Qiang, in a while, you’ll join me in the arrest and handcuffing. Xiao Li, you will be by the door or assisting. Any problems?"

Compared to the newbies’ excitement and anxiety, the experienced veterans handled it with much more ease.

"Got it!"

"Okay!"

The two didn’t even stand up while speaking, as these minor tasks were as simple as eating and drinking to them, something they were all too familiar with.

"Alright, in that case, I’ll go to the information department, use the network to track their position." Saying this, Yan Lie was about to stand up.

Su Qing waved his hand, "No need, I know where he is. He mentioned it during the last gathering, the Nanhe Community."

"Are you sure?"

"Trust me, there’s no way I’m wrong. Even if he’s not there, I know where he lives, and if necessary, we can go to his hometown," Su Qing waved dismissively.

Considering the consultant’s ability, Yan Lie nodded his head.

Actually, Du Qiang and Li Zijun could handle this task by themselves. But because there were two newcomers and they were bringing someone in, the veteran Zhao sent Yan Lie over as the group leader to ensure everything went smoothly.

Soon, six people in two police cars set off.

"You two arrived late, so you might not know about Consultant Su. The online sensation ’Stock God’ is him, but let me tell you, he’s strategically brought in by our Team Leader Zhao and Team Leader Lin through the bureau chief Liu, after several attempts. They’ve cracked several major cases together, so learn from him when you can," Du Qiang said while driving, addressing the two newcomers.

"Consultant Su, we’re new here, so if there’s anything you need, just let us know," Yu Mingyuan spoke from the back seat.

"Yes, yes, I know about you, Consultant Su. You’re trending online lately. I didn’t expect to see you in person," He Wendong quickly added.

Even though their words were smooth, you could sense their nervousness.

In response to this, Su Qing, sitting in the passenger seat, sighed and self-mockingly said, "You two don’t have to be so polite. What’s with the ’consultant’ title? I haven’t even earned a police uniform after so long, and I can’t compare with you full-time officers. I’m just a year senior to you, so just call me by my name.

And really, if you want to learn, learn from Qiangzi. I’m just a half-baked guy, perhaps even less knowledgeable than you. I don’t come around often, so don’t pick up any bad habits from me!"

Even though he said this, the more he downplayed himself, the less careless the two became, as they’d been around long enough to hear about his achievements. In just a few months, he’d helped crack numerous major cases, earning the nickname ’Human Lie Detector.’ It was hard not to know about him.

After all, the police bureau is only so big, in the same department, and with only so many people.

"Haha, Susu, who’d have thought you’d become a veteran in just a few months? You’re way ahead of me back in the day. Even now, I’m still kinda half-baked myself. Once we train new members, we can enjoy the same privileges my mentors did. Just thinking about it sounds nice!" Du Qiang laughed.

Although he wasn’t the latest addition to the police bureau, in the forensics department, his experience was indeed limited. There were newcomers in other departments, but they had no relation to him. This time, the arrival of two newbies gave him a taste of being a mentor.

Su Qing could easily read Du Qiang’s intentions but chose to ignore them.

Soon, the cars reached their destination, with two police vehicles parked at the entrance of the community.

"Eh? Isn’t this where you used to live?" As they got out, Li Zijun asked.

Indeed, this was Su Qing’s birthplace, where he had lived for several months. He found out that Xiaoming was renting here from the people around.

"Yeah, I only found out last month."

"What? You lived here too?" Du Qiang asked.

"What’s wrong with that!"

As they were talking, a sudden question came from beside them.

"It’s you? Why are you back again?"

Upon hearing this, they turned around, and Su Qing immediately saw the neighbor Old Wang with a vegetable basket and greeted him:

"Oh, Brother Wang, long time no see. Is anyone kicking doors lately?"

[The extremely stable Old Wang from next door saw you coming and felt instantly cheated.]

Su Qing: ???

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