The days passed one by one, and soon, it had been half a month since the stock market began to decline.

During this period, the once resilient stockholders were utterly defeated, with stock prices dropping continuously.

The stock prices shooting up had taken less than a month and a half, but the speed at which they fell was even greater. Although they had already fallen significantly, Su Qing knew it was far from reaching its limit.

At least another half a month was expected before the stock market would enter a period of stagnation, with barely any fluctuations to speak of.

As a result, those hoping to make money in the stock market, including Su Qing, would likely find their plans dashed.

Even so, it wasn’t impossible to make a profit, just that the profit would be slower, and he couldn’t invest a large amount lest it be swallowed up. He could only invest a small amount and make a little profit, better than nothing.

Though the earnings weren’t substantial, it wasn’t a figure a regular worker could make. He saw this very clearly, and although he now had money, he wouldn’t completely abandon the stock market—just making some money for fun. Over time, even small amounts can add up to a decent sum, and anyway, he didn’t have anything else that required his energy.

In the blink of an eye, December arrived, and Jiangcheng City’s temperature plummeted to winter levels.

Upon waking up in the morning, there was a light snow outside the apartment. Fortunately, there was underfloor heating, making it nice and warm inside.

After these few days of cool-off, the online hype about him being the Stock God had cooled significantly. After all, that’s the nature of the internet—every day, there’s news that tugs at people’s hearts.

This celebrity had an affair, that idol got into a relationship, mixed with some societal news, an incident of someone getting beaten up, someone reporting someone under their real name, plus some family ethics news. With wave after wave of such assaults, no matter the event, it couldn’t withstand such an impact and would soon fade away in the online tide.

Of course, the rapid dissipation of his Stock God’s hype could also be attributed to the stock market’s continuous decline, with shareholders either abandoning ship to save their leader or unable to bear the losses and leaving, some losing everything.

At this point, the veteran stockholders and some financial institutions that were still hanging on were still smarting from their losses. With the market continuing to decline, not even the God of Wealth could do anything about it.

Initially, people were eager to have him come out and recommend some stocks. Many even wanted him to do a live stream to discuss the recent stock market trends, avoid pitfalls, or make some money. People were very enthusiastic at first, but as the market continued to fall, few wanted him to talk about the stock market anymore. They had given up hope.

"Phew~~" Su Qing exhaled a heavy breath of white mist standing at the police station’s door, wearing the black long wool coat Shen Yi bought for him. Despite the extra clothing, he still looked sharp.

Since solving the case of someone impersonating him for scams, he hadn’t been to the police station. The reason he came today was that Lin Chengcai had called, saying there was a case and he was needed as a criminal investigation consultant.

The man had just helped him out recently, so he felt it would be impolite not to come.

"This damn weather, why did it have to snow suddenly!" Su Qing sighed helplessly.

Just then, Du Qiang, dressed in his winter duty uniform, walked out. The black police uniform added a touch of solemnity to him.

Last time, he was wearing a standard long shirt, mostly just wearing a spring-autumn duty jacket outside when going in and out.

"Wow, looking sharp. It’s snowing, and yet your chest is open. Aren’t you afraid of catching a cold!"

Upon meeting, Du Qiang teased him immediately.

"What’s going on? Why did Captain Lin call me so early?" Su Qing stepped forward and asked.

"What else? It’s a homicide case. Let’s go, Captain Lin is waiting for you in the office!"

With that, they entered the police station’s gate.

As they walked, Su Qing couldn’t help but ask, "By the way, how’s my classmate doing?"

"He’s been handed to the Prosecutor’s Office. His family has a good attitude, actively contacting the scammed girls, returning the money and apologizing, even giving extra compensation. They’ve been forgiven, but he’ll definitely be detained, at least leaving a record. Word is, his family is trying to pull some strings, but I doubt it’ll work. This case is too high-profile, no one wants extra trouble."

Upon hearing this, Su Qing nodded. No matter how the situation was resolved, it had nothing to do with him. Even if released immediately, he wouldn’t comment. After all, as a half-involved party, maintaining a distance was appropriate.

Soon, they arrived at the office typically used by Old Zhao and Old Lin.

"Little Su, come on in, sit down!"

Seeing him enter, Lin Chengcai gestured for him to sit.

Beside him, Li Zijun was on the phone.

"Understood, alright, we’ll be there soon!"

"Master, Captain Zhao’s team has arrived at the scene and found a body. It initially looks like a suicide. What do you think..." Li Zijun put down the phone and said.

Hearing this, Lin Chengcai took a deep breath, "Now that Little Su is here, let’s go take a look ourselves. Get our things together, and let’s go."

"Yes" *3

He didn’t know what kind of case it was, but he knew Lin Chengcai and others would tell him.

As expected, in the police car, Lin Chengcai said, "Xiao Li, brief Little Su about the case to avoid going in blind."

Upon hearing this, Li Zijun, who was in the front passenger seat, nodded and said, "Talk about a place you’re familiar with. It’s where we’re heading now."

"Familiar? Where?" Su Qing asked.

"Jiangcheng University!"

Su Qing: ???

"Jiangcheng University? Sister Jun, are you sure?"

"What do you think?"

Hearing this, Su Qing gasped. He was indeed familiar with Jiangcheng University—it’s where Old Su worked.

Unlike his Science and Technology University, Jiangcheng University is a top-ranking university in Jiangcheng City, quite prestigious.

Then Li Zijun continued, "The deceased is a girl, a senior student. From Captain Lin’s initial assessment, it seems to be a suicide. The deceased was found in the restroom, hanged. However, there are rumors this girl had a bad reputation and seemed to have a special relationship with a male teacher at the school."

At this, Li Zijun shot him a glance, causing cold sweat to break out on Su Qing’s back. He burst out, "Whoa!"

He couldn’t be blamed for reacting so dramatically—it was primarily because Old Su was a teacher at that school. Li Zijun even gave him a special look—who wouldn’t be alarmed by that?

Before Li Zijun could continue, Su Qing hurriedly fished out his phone from his pocket and called Old Su.

"Hey, what are you calling for, brat?" Old Su’s voice came through.

At this, Su Qing couldn’t help but say, "Old Su...oops, Dad, did you know a female student died at your university this morning?"

Upon hearing this, there was a moment of silence from Old Su before he spoke, "Hmm."

"Do you know this student?" Hearing Old Su’s silence, Su Qing’s heart sank.

"She’s my student, why?"

Oh god, hearing Old Su say that, Su Qing’s mind instantly conjured up a teacher-student romance scenario.

He then asked shakily, "Dad, the police are already aware of this matter. I’m heading over now. Be honest with me, do you have any connection with this girl?"

"I told you she’s my student. Why? Do you think I killed her?" Old Su spat.

"No, it’s just that I heard this girl seemed to have a certain kind of relationship with a male teacher. You..."

Before he could finish, Old Su, on the other end, burst out in anger, "Send me your location!"

Su Qing: ...

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