Chapter 530: A Magnanimous Approach

Chapter 530: I’m a Magnanimous Person (Update 3)

“Nine researchers are developing an anti-cancer drug,”

“The research will last for four months.”

“They get three days off a month, with free food and drink; the only requirement is restricted freedom.”

“Every day, the research results are confiscated, and communication during the experiments is forbidden…”

Outside the Interrogation Room, Xiao Yu mulled over the clues in the statement as he left the Detention Center.

Suddenly, a figure blocked his path.

Just before colliding, Xiao Yu halted and looked up.

A man in his thirties, well-dressed and refined, smiled as he addressed Xiao Yu: “Are you Comrade Xiao Yu?”

“And you are?”

Xiao Yu, confused, was sure he did not know the man who claimed to be looking for him.

“Hello, my name is Yang Yuhui.”

The man beamed, “I’m from the Academy of Sciences.”

Xiao Yu was taken aback. “Academy of Sciences… I’m Xiao Yu. What do you need from me?”

“Could we talk privately?” Yang Yuhui gestured toward a side area.

At the Detention Center’s entrance, it wouldn’t be wise to converse with the door blocked.

Borrow a moment?

Xiao Yu laughed, “My hard drive was confiscated by my sister—how can I lend a hand?” The two walked and talked.

“Here’s the thing.”

Yang Yuhui’s smile deepened. “I’ve come to ask for a favor—to arrange a meeting with Yao Zhengqi.”

“Arrange a meeting?”

Xiao Yu stopped in his tracks and stared at Yang Yuhui.

“That’s right.”

Yang Yuhui continued with a smile, “Yesterday, I came to Bincheng and arranged a meeting with Yao Zhengqi through Penang University to discuss an investment in a research project. What Yao Zhengqi is developing could greatly benefit the Academy of Sciences, the nation, and the people.”

Xiao Yu chuckled.

He thought, Oh boy, this guy is clearly just a keyboard warrior.

He was putting on airs yet again, preaching high morals.

“And then?”

Xiao Yu’s smile faded as he looked at the man with a calm demeanor.

“Uh!”

Yang Yuhui was momentarily taken aback, at a loss for words.

He had known that the mere label ‘Academy of Sciences’ usually carried significant weight.

Few organizations would dare show disrespect.

After a brief pause, Yang Yuhui recovered and sized up Xiao Yu.

“Hmm, very young. Must be one of those impulsive youngsters.”

Young people—everyone was young once, after all.

“Perhaps you haven’t grasped the significance of my visit.”

Yang Yuhui explained with a gentle smile, “What Yao Zhengqi is researching…”

“An anti-cancer drug?”

Xiao Yu cut him off.

This wasn’t a matter of courtesy.

It was a decision not to waste any more time.

Yang Yuhui was again momentarily speechless.

“Before you mention ‘arranging a meeting,’ have you considered something important?”

Xiao Yu’s expression remained impassive as he asked, “Are you saying that in this case, eight lives were lost?”

Yang Yuhui fell silent.

“I can assure you responsibly…”

Xiao Yu’s face grew stern. “Until the case is fully investigated, aside from the assigned personnel, no one has the right or clearance to meet any suspects involved.”

Yang Yuhui’s expression darkened slightly. “Are you sure? Not thinking about the consequences?”

“Absolutely sure.”

Xiao Yu smiled. “But if you talk to me like that, be prepared to pick a fight in the future. If I ever slip up… feel free to hit me.”

With that, he ignored the anger creasing Yang Yuhui’s face.

Xiao Yu turned and walked away.

After meeting the suspect Yao Zhengqi,

he discovered a professor—or perhaps just someone pretending to be one.

And after encountering Yang Yuhui, he realized that even the Academy of Sciences has its share of small-time thugs.

Seriously, what are these clowns all about?

Xiao Yu prided himself on being a magnanimous person.

How could he stoop to engage with such people?

He pulled out his phone and dialed Wang Dong. “Wang, look up someone named Yang Yuhui from the Academy of Sciences. Find out what’s going on—he actually came over threatening me. If there’s trouble, bring National Security!”

“Got it!”

Wang Dong’s amused chuckle echoed through the phone.

Threatening a National Security team leader?

This bizarre situation was a first for Wang Dong as well.

It was ridiculously amusing—excusing his rather unrefined laugh…

After hanging up, Xiao Yu grinned widely.

Really, he was a magnanimous person.

And he never held grudges.

It was just that some people didn’t really know him…

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Xiao Yu didn’t pay much mind to Yang Yuhui from the Academy of Sciences.

He immediately returned to the crime scene—the laboratory.

It had been ravaged by fire and explosions.

Rescue efforts by the fire brigade had rendered the scene almost completely destroyed, making the investigation extremely challenging.

No matter how tough it got, Xiao Yu had to find someone.

Using the suspect Yao Zhengqi’s statement,

he learned that nine researchers were working in the laboratory.

So why were there only eight bodies at the scene?

Where did the missing person go, and who were they?

The identity of the missing researcher remained unknown

because the eight bodies had been burned beyond recognition.

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A full process involving autopsies, DNA sampling, and comparing the identities of the nine researchers would reveal who was missing.

This missing person is also highly suspected in the crime.

“A crime?”

Yes—in an investigation by the Criminal Investigation Team’s officers,

it was initially determined that both explosions in the laboratory were man-made, not accidents!

They discovered that the catalyst for the first explosion was none other than… Wang Cheng.

“Not bad,”

Xiao Yu, now back at the lab, stared in mild surprise at his reddening, excited apprentice. “How did you figure it out?”

“Back when I was at the police academy, I spent my free time messing with chemicals and even taught myself a bit about them.”

Wang Cheng grinned broadly, showing his teeth. “I found trace amounts of quinic acid and dimethylmercury in some partially intact materials. These substances don’t belong in a pharmaceutical lab!”

Though Xiao Yu didn’t fully understand, it didn’t stop him from patting his apprentice’s shoulder. “Good work!”

“Hehehe.” Wang Cheng chuckled guiltily.

Looking at his apprentice’s shoulder badges—already marking him a second-level officer—Xiao Yu smiled in admiration.

His apprentice was truly impressive; as a mentor, he couldn’t afford to drop the ball.

Activating Falcon’s Eye, Xiao Yu left the laboratory.

After a quick stroll around, behind the lab’s back door he discovered a set of footprints.

“Did they leave from here?”

Xiao Yu narrowed his eyes. “And how exactly did you get out?”