In the dim interrogation room, Li Kui said in a deep voice, "I admit...… After hitting the person, I transported the body to the back mountain and disguised it as a hanging...…"

Suddenly, he shuddered, his bloodshot eyes opened wide, "But I really didn't know the girl was still alive at the time! When I hung her on the tree branch, I clearly..."

Wang Yang closed the notebook, leaving deep ink marks on the paper with his pen.

The veteran detective exchanged a weary glance with Zhou Yong beside him.

It is estimated that the driver in front of them may never understand that it was his hasty decision that turned an ordinary traffic accident into an unredeemable tragedy.

At the time, if he had called 120, or even if he had just stayed at the scene...what awaited him now would at most be a sentence of less than three years.

Three in the morning. As Wang Yang pushed open the iron door of the interrogation room, the cool night breeze carrying the scent of gardenias surged in.

He saw Zhou Yong leaning against the corridor window smoking, the ember flickering in the darkness.

Chen Biao tilted his head to chug mineral water, his Adam's apple rolling intensely with each swallow.

The three detectives simultaneously let out a long sigh, as if trying to expel the stagnant air accumulated over the past few days.

This case was like a challenging marathon: from the initial misled conclusion of suicide, to Jiang An's insistence on a re-autopsy discovering the triple injuries indicating a traffic accident.

20 minutes later, in the criminal investigation team's leader's office.

Wang Yang placed a steaming Longjing tea in front of Jiang An, and the ceramic cup made a crisp sound as it touched the glass tabletop.

On the other side of the meeting table, Zhou Yong put down the notebook in his hand.

He pushed up the glasses on his nose, speaking earnestly, "Mr. Jiang, honestly speaking."

"This set of methods for solving cases has truly opened our eyes."

"You're always able to find key clues in the most inconspicuous details, and establish a logical chain between seemingly unrelated evidence."

"This 'finding truth in minutiae' style of case handling is exactly the ideal state the Chuan City Criminal Investigation Team has pursued for years."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the colleagues present, and continued, "Unfortunately."

"Although we understand this principle, it's often difficult to grasp the essence in actual practice."

"It wasn't until we witnessed Mr. Jiang's investigative process firsthand that we truly understood how theory should perfectly integrate with practice."

"This realm of combining knowledge and action is truly admirable."

At this point, Chen Biao also put down his teacup, a hearty smile appearing on his dark face.

"It's really a matter of fate."

"If it weren't for last month's cross-province pursuit case, where Mr. Li led a team here to capture suspects?"

"And coincidentally caught the TV station live-broadcasting Mr. Jiang's advanced deeds report meeting, we might not have had the chance to cooperate even now."

He turned to look at Jiang An, with sincerity flashing in his eyes, "Some things really seem guided by destiny."

"I see this cooperation as an opportunity arranged by the heavens for us to learn."

Listening to the two leaders' praises, Jiang An slightly bowed and smiled humbly, "Mr. Wang, Mr. Chen, you're too kind to the Jiangcheng Criminal Investigation Team."

"Actually, although this case was complicated, with the strength of the Chuan City Criminal Investigation Team, given more time, it surely could have been solved smoothly."

"Your case-handling capabilities are well-known in the industry."

"Hahaha!"

Wang Yang's hearty laughter echoed in the meeting room, patting Jiang An's shoulder.

"Mr. Jiang, your words are making me feel embarrassed."

"I, as the team leader, know best our abilities at Chuan City's criminal investigation."

"Mr. Chen, Mr. Zhou, what do you think?"

Chen Biao and Zhou Yong nodded repeatedly upon hearing this.

Chen Biao picked up the conversation, "Mr. Wang, you're right."

"This case being solved so quickly is entirely due to Mr. Jiang's command."

"If it weren't for your timely pinpointing of those key clues, we'd probably still be going in circles at the crime scene."

Zhou Yong agreed, "Indeed, Mr. Jiang's ability to unravel complexities is truly beneficial to us."

Seated on either side of Jiang An, Wang Junjie and Zhang Yean exchanged a smile.

Wang Junjie gently said, "Mr. Wang, you're too humble."

"All detectives are family, mutual learning is expected."

Zhang Yean also added with a smile, "Exactly!"

"Our cooperation was so enjoyable this time, there will definitely be more opportunities for exchange in the future."

Wang Yang looked around at everyone present, revealing sincere emotions, "That's right!"

"If not for this camaraderie, we wouldn't be gathered here."

He raised his notebook, speaking lightly, "Since the case has been satisfactorily solved, I propose we have a celebratory feast tonight, to properly thank the Jiangcheng Criminal Investigation Team for their hard work during this period!"

"Great!"

Chen Biao immediately responded, excitement radiating from his dark face.

"Mr. Wang's suggestion suits me perfectly."

"Tonight, we must enjoy some drinks and have a good exchange of case-handling experiences!"

At half-past six that evening, in the V6 luxury room of the Chuan City Juxin Hotel.

A large round table that can seat twenty people adorned with exquisite flower arrangements at its center, surrounded by neatly arranged crystal clear goblets.

Jiang An, Wang Junjie, and Zhang Yean as the main guests sat at the head facing the door, while Wang Yang, Chen Biao, Zhou Yong, and other key members of the Chuan City Criminal Investigation Team sat on either side.

Including other members of the Jiangcheng Criminal Investigation Team, the room accommodated sixteen people, amid endless laughter and cheerful conversation, the atmosphere incredibly lively.

Waiters moved in and out, serving one enticing dish after another to the table.

The light from the crystal chandelier reflected on everyone's joyful faces, the crisp clinking of glasses echoed continuously.