HCB Chapter 1840 Take me to see that corpse!
Chapter 1840 Take me to see that corpse!
Grandpa's words were like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, and the shock in the study lingered for a long time.
But there was no time to lose. Li Xiangnan forced himself to suppress the turmoil in his heart, quickly walked to his desk, picked up the phone, and dialed Guo Qian of the Municipal Public Security Bureau directly.
"Captain Guo! It's me, Li Xiangnan!"
Guo Qian on the other end of the phone seemed to be busy, and in the background noise, a large group of people could be heard outside the office.
"Consultant Li? What's wrong? Is there any new lead? Is it about Sun Qisheng?"
There was a hint of anticipation in his voice, but Li Xiangnan shook his head: "It's not Sun Qisheng, it's about the unidentified male corpse in the Mu family bombing case! My grandfather wants to go and see that body with his own eyes!"
"What? Old Master Li wants to come and see the body in person?"
Guo Qian's voice rose instantly, filled with disbelief.
His years of experience in criminal investigation told him that there were huge possibilities involved.
It's worth noting that more than two months have passed since the Mu family bombing, and the case remains unsolved. Even the identity of the body has not been traced, and the case has long been at a standstill.
If the old man can recognize the body, it could very well be the key to breaking the deadlock!
"Okay, don't worry, I'll arrange it right away. I'll go to the morgue to complete the formalities now. When will you arrive?"
"Let's set off as soon as possible!" Li Xiangnan glanced at his watch.
"Okay, I'll be waiting for you. This is a major breakthrough, that's great!" Guo Qian's voice couldn't contain his excitement as he hurriedly hung up the phone.
Wei Jingfei, who was organizing documents outside, saw his captain answer a phone call, immediately start dressing, and rush out. He couldn't help but come over and ask, "Captain, what's going on? What breakthrough?"
As Guo Qian dressed, he chuckled, "Advisor Li is about to bring his grandfather over to identify the unidentified male corpse from the Mu family bombing!"
"What? Old Master Li is here in person? I remember he went to the Northwest, didn't he?" Wei Jingfei gasped, his eyes widening instantly. "Hey, the Mu family... the old master is the Mu family's son-in-law! My god, is this case really going to be solved?"
His outburst jolted all the police officers in the criminal investigation team who were involved in the case into a frenzy.
Without saying a word, Wei Jingfei lay down on the table and began writing an application to identify the body. Guo Qian took the paperwork and prepared to go downstairs to lead him to the morgue.
As it happened, he bumped into Zhang Tiancheng coming downstairs. Seeing that he was in a hurry, he casually asked where he was going.
When Guo Qian mentioned that Old Master Li Dequan wanted to come and identify the body in person, Zhang Tiancheng was stunned.
"Old Master Li Dequan is coming in person?" He murmured a couple of times, then his expression turned serious. "This is a big deal. Xiao Guo, you will be in charge of receiving him personally. Make sure everything goes smoothly and coordinate well with the morgue staff!"
After he finished speaking, he waved his hand and said, "I'll personally greet you at the door!"
He knew that Old Master Li's influence was even greater than Song Qiankun's, so he dared not be negligent.
Meanwhile, Li Xiangnan put down the phone and called for his two grandfathers to prepare to take action, but was stopped in the living room by Yu Jingran, who had rushed over upon hearing the news.
"You've come all this way, how can you rush things over a meal?" Her face beamed with a loving smile as she took Li Xiangnan's hand without a word, her grip gentle yet firm. "The meal is all prepared, and they've already eaten. How could I let you all go hungry and stay with them? I made all your favorite dishes. Look at you, you've been working hard outside for months, and you've gotten so thin. It breaks my heart to see you like this! Have lunch first, it won't make a difference if we wait a little longer! Who knows when you'll be able to come to the Song family again!"
The old lady's words were full of affection for Li Xiangnan, this outstanding junior, which warmed his heart and made it impossible for him to refuse.
At this moment, Song Yi's mother, Leng Yanqiu, also came out from the inner room. She was wearing an elegant cheongsam, with a gentle and scholarly air about her. When she saw Li Xiangnan, her eyes flickered with complex and inscrutable emotions, including concern, appreciation, and... a trace of barely perceptible regret.
"Xiang Nan is here!" Her voice was gentle. Her gaze lingered on his face for a moment, and she looked him up and down. "Grandma is right. How many meals do you eat at the Song family's house all year round? You've done so many important things recently and helped the family a lot. Now that you're here, take this opportunity to have a meal. No rush!"
"Auntie! I understand," Li Xiangnan scratched his head and said frankly, "I'll stay for dinner, and go to the police station afterward!"
"That's more like it!" Leng Yanqiu's tone became even gentler. "No matter how busy you are, you have to take care of your health! Your grandfather and the others are used to being on the go. I don't know how many times I've told them on the phone to eat on time. Look at you three, you've all lost weight! How can you keep going like this!"
She mentioned three names at once, making Li Dequan a little embarrassed.
Especially Song Qiankun, who lost face after being pointed out by his daughter-in-law, softened and said, "Yanqiu, you're right. We'll definitely eat on time when we go out in the future!"
Yu Jingran glared at him, "There's a future?"
"Hahaha!"
Everyone burst into laughter.
Leng Yanqiu's attitude towards Li Xiangnan clearly showed a concern that went beyond that of an ordinary elder. It was a special feeling of seeing her daughter's ideal man and being extremely satisfied with him, yet unable to express it due to reality. It was as if she was also depicting the shadow of a son-in-law who had not been able to get what he wanted when she looked at Li Xiangnan.
"Grandpas, let's go this afternoon then. Thank you, Aunt Leng and Grandma Song!" Li Xiangnan replied humbly.
This lunch was spent amidst the warm, caring atmosphere and subtle undercurrents of emotion within the Song family.
During the meal, Yu Jingran kept serving food to Li Xiangnan and showing concern for his well-being.
Leng Yanqiu played the role of a typical "mother-in-law," asking Li Xiangnan about everything, big and small, in his work and life, and praising him in her words.
Song Yi sat beside her mother, her gaze occasionally meeting Li Xiangnan's, a hint of shyness and joy in her eyes.
Although Li Dequan and Song Qiankun were concerned about the case, they relaxed slightly in this atmosphere.
In the afternoon, two cars drove into the police station compound one after the other. As soon as the cars came to a stop, Director Zhang Tiancheng, who had been waiting there, along with several key police officers including Guo Qian and Wei Jingfei, quickly came to greet them.
The car door opened, and Li Xiangnan got out first, helping his grandfather Li Dequan. Together with Song Ziming, they also helped Song Qiankun upstairs, and together with Song Cijiu and Song Yi, they walked upstairs.
Upon seeing so many people, including members of the Song family, Zhang Tiancheng and the others felt as if they were facing a formidable enemy. They quickly went to greet them, their attitude respectful yet tinged with nervousness.
"Old Chief, it's great that you've come in person. I'm Zhang Tiancheng, the Director of the Municipal Bureau!" After introducing himself, Zhang Tiancheng immediately greeted Song Qiankun: "Old Song, you've come too!"
Li Dequan simply nodded slightly, his gaze calm and composed, exuding an aura of authority without anger.
Song Qiankun waved his hand familiarly, "Director Zhang, let's skip the formalities and get down to business!"
Zhang Tiancheng repeatedly agreed, bowed and led the way, saying solemnly, "The formalities have all been completed, and the morgue has been arranged. Please follow me!"
The group went up the steps, through the building, and down to the morgue on the basement level.
The atmosphere grew increasingly heavy as they walked deeper into the area.
Then, nobody spoke.
The corridor was dimly lit, quiet except for the sound of footsteps and slightly heavy breathing.
Guo Qian stepped forward first, pushed open the heavy, cold iron door, and bowed, saying, "Old Li, the body is inside!"
At this moment, a chilling cold air rushed out from inside the door.
Li Xiangnan stared intently. In the center of the room, a stainless steel mortuary was covered with a white shroud, which vaguely outlined the shape of a human figure.
Everyone held their breath and focused their attention on the white cloth.
Li Dequan paused slightly at the doorway, took a deep breath of the cold air, his eyes sharpening, and slowly moved towards the male corpse that held the answers to countless mysteries…