Chapter 1375 - 681: Growing Worse? Finally at Ease_2

At this moment.

Lan Mengzhou’s expression became increasingly solemn.

And it seemed she was somewhat displeased.

The girl, however, was helpless and couldn’t help but sigh.

"Officer, I really never intended to harm anyone. I was completely forced into this. I can assure you, I have no reason to lie."

Seeing the other person’s miserable expression, on the verge of tears.

Luo Fei quickly offered comfort.

"Don’t worry, miss, I understand that anyone would be frightened by such a situation. But it’s alright, we, the police, will do our utmost to uncover the truth, sparing no effort."

Luo Fei’s words surprised the girl.

"Officer, are you really saying that? You’re willing to believe me?"

"Of course, I believe you, but that’s one thing. It’s also true that you surrendered a bit late after aiding in assaults multiple times, so we have to impose some penalties on you accordingly. I hope you understand."

Luo Fei’s words made the other person nod repeatedly.

"Officer, I understand. I indeed have a responsibility in this matter, and I should bear part of it. I won’t evade or shirk it."

Seeing the other person agree, Luo Fei finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Almost simultaneously.

He received a call from the hotel’s lobby manager.

"Mr. Luo, since this incident was exposed, we’ve preserved all the evidence, including the check-in information of the two individuals, and I’ve kept everything saved."

"And also the surveillance footage within the hotel, we’ve done preservation processing."

"Thank you for your willingness to actively cooperate with the police investigation. This is indeed significant for us."

Upon hearing Luo Fei’s words.

His tone was full of expectation.

The hotel lobby manager, however, seemed a bit tense.

"Officer, to be honest, I’m actually a bit worried. You know the impact of this incident is really bad. If someone with ulterior motives uses this matter, it might affect the hotel’s reputation."

Detecting the other person’s embarrassment, and even some shame, appearing a bit at a loss.

Luo Fei quickly reassured.

"Madam, rest assured, we will exert all efforts to investigate the truth, ensuring you don’t suffer unjust blame."

Luo Fei’s reassurance somewhat relieved the other party.

"Mr. Luo, then we’ll rely on you for this matter."

"But speaking of which, actually, in another room last month, our hotel cleaning lady noticed something unusual. We thought it was just trash, so we didn’t pay much attention..."

Upon hearing this.

Luo Fei was inevitably surprised.

"Why didn’t you report it immediately back then?"

At this moment.

Luo Fei also hesitated.

Feeling perplexed inside.

And the other party also seemed embarrassed.

"Officer, we found it odd at that time too. But since the cleaning lady spoke about it only half a month after the incident, we didn’t rush to investigate until recently, when the family of the guest called."

"It was then we realized something was wrong."

Upon hearing this.

Luo Fei said.

"Call the cleaning lady to the Major Crimes Unit office immediately. I need to question her."

Detecting the unusual tone from Luo Fei, clearly something had happened, the situation seemed complex.

The others had no choice but to agree.

"Mr. Luo, remain calm. We will arrange it immediately."

As the call ended.

After a while.

Luo Fei received a call from a middle-aged woman.

"Officer, I sensed something wasn’t right at the time. Because I saw the drainage in room 509 was clogged with yellow, jelly-like substances. I couldn’t tell what it was, so I didn’t dare to speak outwardly."

Upon hearing her words.

Luo Fei said.

"Madam, that could possibly be part of a human body, possibly fat tissue."

"..."

There was silence on the other end of the phone, followed by a retching sound.

"Officer, the thing is, back then the occupant of the room was a young girl. However, she never appeared again. But our hotel’s lobby manager wouldn’t allow me to say anything about it outwardly, instead telling me that if I spoke about it, I’d face consequences."

"She also told me to cooperate with the police. If anyone asked, I was to say she disappeared after checking out. As for the surveillance, it was edited. It wasn’t the footage from the day she checked out. In other words, the person checking out was not her but a young man claiming to be her boyfriend, named Wang Mingliang."

Upon hearing her words.

Luo Fei said.

"With that in mind, it’s quite evident now that the suspect might be the girl’s boyfriend?"

Normally, in such cases, it’s usually committed by someone acquainted with the victim.

Otherwise, in a hotel, if someone loudly called for help, the criminal would be discovered, and there wouldn’t be no news until now.

"Speaking of which, officer, the surveillance footage caught the man carrying a gym bag during the three days he was there. I didn’t notice anything unusual, only that there was a constant smell of disinfectant on him."

Such information.

Made Luo Fei slightly frown.

"I understand. I’ll have the technical department investigate this issue soon."

After a while.

As Su Jianfan’s investigation results came out.

He shared what he knew with Luo Fei.

"Mr. Luo, your earlier judgment was correct."

"That man indeed entered and exited the hotel several times after the girl checked in. From the verified information, the bag he was carrying likely contains parts dismembered after committing the crime."

This information left the cleaning lady terrified.

"Officer, if I reveal the truth, will I face danger too?"

Upon hearing her speak, her tone conveyed genuine anxiety.

Luo Fei said.

"You shouldn’t. Moreover, it’s been more than half a month, this suspect is likely no longer in the area."

Just as Luo Fei finished his sentence.

Su Jianfan said.

"Mr. Luo, according to the surveillance connection with our local security reporting system."

"Your suspicion is indeed correct. Also, we identified the person’s face, and we found someone closely associated with him who also had an intimate relationship with the victim, frequently interacting on social media."

"Understood. Bring him to the Major Crimes Unit, I have questions to ask."

Luo Fei spoke, his tone somber.

Su Jianfan nodded in acknowledgment and turned to leave.

Not long after.

Luo Fei heard sounds of commotion outside the Major Crimes Unit office.

"Officer, I’m innocent, I did nothing wrong. It was Wang Mingliang who framed me and threatened to kill me if I spoke out! I’m a victim too!"

Hearing this voice.

While pushing the door open, Luo Fei saw.

At this moment, a man was waiting outside, full of grievances, looking like a victimized person.

Noticing Su Jianfan’s somewhat skeptical look.

Luo Fei conceded.

"Sir, I understand you are the boyfriend of the deceased Jiang Mei, and also her manager?"

Seeing Luo Fei’s skeptical glance.

The person felt compelled to answer.

"Officer, I admit my relationship with my girlfriend wasn’t great before, and we argued. But I never thought of doing anything to her. I swear to the heavens, this matter has nothing to do with me. I didn’t do it!"

Seeing the person’s righteous demeanor acting all serious.

Luo Fei said.

"Is that so, sir? But I heard personally. Your relationship with Jiang Mei was not great; the two of you even had a big argument. Afterward, you specially apologized to her for this matter. And the cause of this argument was your wife’s visit to your office, publicly throwing a cup of coffee in her face?"