Chapter 6: How Did He Do It?

【Ding, congratulations to the host for successfully signing in for the case!】

【System reward: Ability – Fighting Expert!】

【Mission assigned: Solve the Warehouse Murder Case!】

【Deadline for case resolution: Three days!】

【Bonus reward if completed within the time limit: System skill – Falcon Eye!】

【If the mission fails within the time limit, the system will retract the granted abilities!】

【Countdown for the mission’s deadline begins…】

Xiao Yu was momentarily speechless.

As he listened to the system’s announcements echoing in his mind, he simultaneously felt an extraordinary transformation within his body.

An overwhelming surge of ‘fighting techniques’ flooded his senses, forcefully integrating into his brain and body, etching deeply into his marrow.

This was the first time since acquiring the system that Xiao Yu had embraced its powers. Turning an ordinary person into a ‘fighting expert’ instantaneously, felt like something straight out of a movie.

It was undeniable. The way the system bestowed its rewards was nothing short of miraculous, with an operation that felt almost magical.

Xiao Yu could sense the profound change within himself at this very moment. He was no longer the same as before.

Filled with a newfound, intense urge to fight, Xiao Yu was exhilarated, almost on the verge of exclaiming with excitement, “I can take on ten!”

“Back to earth now?” 

A large hand landed on Xiao Yu’s shoulder, giving it a reassuring pat.

Startled, Xiao Yu turned to Guo Qiang, flashing a wide grin. “Master, are you working on this case we’re looking at?”

In investigations, there were protocols to be followed. Cases were assigned to specific individuals, and one couldn’t just intervene haphazardly.

For a murder case like this, the brigade would undoubtedly form a special investigation team.

“Yeah, Deputy Team Leader Liu is leading it, and I’m one of the six members assisting,” Guo Qiang confirmed with a nod.

Xiao Yu’s mind raced with possibilities. 

“Master, is it possible for me to take a look at the case file?”

In his past life, he had graduated from a reputable police academy and later solved numerous high-profile cases. Armed with a wealth of theoretical knowledge, clear logic, and strong deductive skills, he had cracked countless cases.

To solve a case, one must first delve into the case files, understanding every detail of the incident. Then comes the investigation and the actual solving of the case.

Pondering for a moment, Guo Qiang nodded, “Sure, once we’re back at the station, I’ll let you have a look.” 

Access to case files was restricted and governed by strict confidentiality protocols, particularly for sensitive cases like drug and smuggling operations. Any leak of information could have serious repercussions.

However, this particular case didn’t warrant such secrecy, which was why Guo Qiang felt comfortable agreeing to Xiao Yu’s request.

Utilizing the professional skills honed in his past life, Xiao Yu began a meticulous inspection of the crime scene.

Crime scenes are universally known to be treasure troves of clues. The traces left behind can generally be categorized into two types:

The first type includes physical evidence such as hand and footprints, fingerprints, marks, tools, and equipment.

The second type involves technological evidence, like surveillance footage, which plays a pivotal role in modern criminal investigations.

Criminals’ mistakes aren’t always found in the most obvious places; often, they are hidden among these varied traces.

As Xiao Yu conducted his investigation, Guo Qiang watched, slowly transitioning from surprise to utter amazement.

From being initially shocked, he moved to a state of near disbelief.

In his eyes, Xiao Yu, diligently working the scene, bore no resemblance to a novice just out of the police academy.

To the onlookers, Xiao Yu’s conduct was not that of a rookie but rather that of a seasoned criminal investigator. His methods and mannerisms in examining the case were exceedingly proficient, seemingly surpassing even those of his mentor, Guo Qiang.

Snapping out of his initial shock, Guo Qiang recalled reviewing Xiao Yu’s file earlier that morning. His expression turned complex as he pondered over it.

Xiao Yu, meanwhile, was fully immersed in his element. He saw no reason to conceal his ‘professional abilities.’ Criminal investigation and case-solving were part of his ‘personal skills’ spectrum. Often, extraordinary talent alone could serve as an explanation.

In a bid to ‘conceal’ his exceptional nature for future endeavors, Xiao Yu had already established himself as a prodigy back in the police academy, excelling with top grades and proving himself a natural fit for police work.

In every mock case-solving exercise organized by the school, he was the figure others aspired to emulate. With such a stellar record, his file alone could leave anyone bewildered.

Abruptly, Xiao Yu’s steps halted, his attention drawn to the plaster line on the ground.

The outline traced by the plaster line represented the final position of the victim’s body at death. Many might question the usefulness of documenting the deceased’s final pose. However, in some cases, a corpse can tell truths that a living person cannot – it doesn’t lie.

By examining the victim’s last posture, one can technically deduce the events that unfolded during the attack.

What exactly drew Xiao Yu’s attention? It was the peculiarities in the victim’s final position. There were no signs of struggle, no evidence of movement – it was as if the person had simply collapsed on the spot.

What was amiss here?

Unless the victim had died instantaneously, it was unusual for there to be no natural physical reactions during a fall. For instance, under normal circumstances, a person’s arms or hands instinctively extend or open in an attempt to break the fall and protect the body.

But in this case, the victim had done none of that – he had just fallen directly. Moreover, there were no traces on the ground indicating any post-fall movement or twisting of the body. This lack of defensive response was curious and telling.

Falling into unconsciousness or death immediately?

Xiao Yu’s brows knitted in thought. Something wasn’t adding up.

According to what his master had relayed, the victim had died from multiple severe blows to the head. If the victim had died right away, why would the perpetrator continue to strike?

Another question arose. In the event of a blow to the head, wouldn’t the victim’s head have moved from the impact? Yet, the ground showed no signs of any such movement.

There could be only two explanations.

The first was rather far-fetched: Did the victim stand still, allowing the assailant to repeatedly strike the head? How could that be possible?

The second explanation seemed more plausible.

“Master,” Xiao Yu said, inhaling deeply before turning to Guo Qiang with a knowing smile. “Is this truly the original crime scene?”

Guo Qiang was dumbfounded.

He stared at his apprentice in disbelief. Had Xiao Yu, based on the scant evidence at this apparent body dump site, deduced that this wasn’t the primary crime scene?

How did he manage that?

It seemed impossible!