Chapter 594: I Won’t Leave Until the Case Is Solved!

Upon hearing this.

Chen Xiao glanced at Master Liu and stood up.

Nodded towards Old Gui, who went out first.

Chen Xiao: "Master Liu, I have some other matters to attend to. Thank you for the information you provided today."

Master Liu hesitated but eventually swallowed his words, transforming them into:

"No problem, take care of your business."

Chen Xiao left the clinic with a smile and spoke briefly to Huang Zhao before departing.

Once in the car, Chen Xiao immediately asked:

"What did Guo Qing say?"

"President Guo said the newspaper has already published the news and advised us to leave the clinic promptly, as reporters might be on their way for inquiries."

"Alright, I suppose by now the clinic is probably swarmed with people?"

Chen Xiao said indifferently, and Old Gui did not respond much, preparing to drive away.

But just as the car started moving, two cars suddenly darted out from the side.

Old Gui instinctively stepped on the brakes, a fierce look in his eyes.

Chen Xiao remained calm, watching those who got out of the cars. After giving Old Gui a look, he understood and stepped out of the car.

But those people ignored Old Gui and went straight to the rear window, asking:

"President Chen, is it true that you came to Shencheng City to investigate a missing woman case?"

"President Chen, has your investigation made significant progress?"

"President Chen, it’s been reported that you arrived in Shencheng City five days ago. Even the Yang Lake Phantom Case, which is of a high caliber, was resolved by you in just a few days. Now it’s been five days for this case, are you in the final stages of the investigation?"

One case.

Nowadays, even in times of highly developed online information, it takes a sensational impact across the internet for people to become interested in a case.

As for now, not only one case but even several or a dozen of cases combined can’t compete with the media fervor of a celebrity pouting for the camera.

Chen Xiao doesn’t believe that he, as a case solver, can garner that level of interest.

Initially, Guo Qing wanted to create momentum not among the public but to establish an image in the minds of official leaders.

So, why are reporters here now?

Chen Xiao can guess with his toes that it’s orchestrated by someone with ulterior motives.

Because Jin Peng is the witness.

Jin Peng must have crucial clues!

Thus, the journalists seeking out Chen Xiao indicate that the Qi Family has officially started making moves.

Looking at the microphones and cameras pointed at him, Chen Xiao smiled and said:

"I know you have many questions, but if I answer them inside the car, wouldn’t it seem like I’m disrespecting everyone?"

The reporters were evidently surprised by Chen Xiao’s words.

Yet, seeing Chen Xiao’s sincere smile, the journalists couldn’t help but feel touched.

As journalists.

They are often disliked by interview subjects.

Thus, receiving respect is not a frequent occurrence for them.

Watching Chen Xiao step out of the car, ready for their interview, the reporters’ tone mellowed, becoming less urgent and oppressive.

"Thank you, President Chen, for your understanding. But seeing how relaxed you are, the case must be progressing quite smoothly!"

One reporter smiled while another quickly echoed:

"Well, look at who President Chen is! Although he is a company president, he is renowned in Shencheng City as the Master Detective!"

"Yes, indeed, President Chen is among the rare Master Detectives our city has seen!"

Chen Xiao waved his hand with a smile: "Please don’t exaggerate my achievements; I’m afraid there hasn’t been much progress recently."

Upon hearing this, the reporters paused:

"No way, President Chen—didn’t you resolve even the Yang Lake Phantom Case in a few days? A small missing person case shouldn’t be too difficult?"

"Exactly, it’s just a missing person case. Isn’t it a piece of cake for President Chen?"

Chen Xiao sighed: "I’m sorry, everyone, but I might need to explain a bit here."

"Missing person cases are never simple or easy to get to the bottom of. Plus, the case I’m investigating dates back six years, making it even more challenging."

"May we ask who the missing person you are investigating is?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao seriously glanced at the female reporter who inquired, smiled and replied:

"Her name is Zhu Nianying. She disappeared while she was a little over twenty. Years ago, she came to Shencheng City alone, from more than a thousand kilometers away, in West Origin City."

"Her original family was a nightmare for her, so she relied on her resilience and effort to survive in this city."

"But just as her life was beginning to turn brighter, she mysteriously disappeared."

"Then I was commissioned by her teacher, who once provided her with a meal and taught her, to officially start investigating this case."

"So the information you have isn’t wrong; I did arrive in Shencheng City five days ago. However, not long after arriving, I personally made a trip to West Origin City."

"I just recently returned to Shencheng City!"

Chen Xiao briefly explained the case, prompting the reporters to ask:

"From what President Chen is saying, the case doesn’t have clear clues or substantial progress yet?"

Chen Xiao nodded: "Yes, after visiting the two places and investigating for several days, honestly, clues pointing to Zhu Nianying’s whereabouts are practically non-existent."

"How can that be? A living person cannot just vanish from this world, right?"

Chen Xiao showed a bitter smile: "Perhaps my capabilities are too limited. But since I accepted Zhu Nianying’s teacher’s commission, I am determined to fully investigate this case!"

"I’ll say this in your presence—until the case is clear, I won’t leave Shencheng City!"

Chen Xiao said earnestly, and the reporters’ professional instincts prompted them to capture this moment.

Old Gui appeared appropriately before Chen Xiao, apologetically saying:

"Everyone, if you hope for the missing person to return home soon, please grant President Chen some more time!"

Chen Xiao nodded in agreement: "Yes, everyone, I’m sorry I can’t share too much as I don’t fully understand myself. If possible, I hope to leverage your influence to help find Zhu Nianying sooner!"

Chen Xiao’s sincerity led the reporters to nod:

"Rest assured, President Chen, if we find any clues, we’ll inform you first."

Chen Xiao quickly shook his head: "No, not me, but the police!"

With that, Chen Xiao waved: "Time is limited, I must continue my investigation!"

"President Chen, go ahead."

"President Chen, good luck!"

"President Chen, we believe in you!"

Listening to the reporters, Chen Xiao got back into the car and closed the window.

Yet, at the moment the car window closed, the seriousness faded from Chen Xiao’s face, replaced gradually by indifference.

He eagerly anticipated what kind of clue Jin Peng would throw out today, to bring his reputation in Shencheng City as a detective to a sudden fall!