9. Self-recommendation

"What a pity, girl." A young policeman looks at Xiao Xiao's body. Shook his head slightly. I couldn't bear to cover her corpse with a cloth. Meanwhile. He noticed that he had his head in his mouth all the time. Tang Peng, who looked at the corpse without saying a word." Mr. You know her."

Tang Peng nodded. Shook his head again. Then he closed his eyes gloomily. Didn't speak. Beside. Liu Min gently put his hand on Tang Peng's shoulder. Wanted to say something. But he never spoke. In exchange for a heavy sigh. Li Han had already cried so much. I don't know why. It was the first time he had cried for a less familiar victim. In addition to being uncomfortable. It's more about that heavy self-blame. It's as if they are the real murderers who killed Xiao Xiao. This self-blame is too heavy to bear. Heavy on my heart. It's breathless

Unconsciously . He turned his head excitedly. glared at Tang Peng indignantly. Want to scold something. Can. A tear in the corner of Tang Peng's eye. But let the words that had already rushed out of the mouth. Swallowed it back. Li Han completely understood the self-blame that was pressing on Tang Peng's heart at this moment, and he didn't know how many times heavier. Tang Peng agreed to accept this commission at that time. Then maybe Xiao Xiao won't die. Why would Xiao Xiao be killed if he refused? And what did she mean by the words she said before she died?

It's all about everything. It weighed even more heavily on their hearts. The real and cruel are in front of you. But he doesn't give any answer. It's just bloody out there. It seems to constantly stimulate the acne in the depths of their souls

"Ahh Suddenly. There was a scream from the crowd behind him. Then a police car that drove like a drunken fist staggered over. At a moment's notice, he stopped less than a centimeter in front of the first suspect Wang Yajun, who was being questioned by the police. The other cops have long since jumped out of the way. Only Wang Yajun, whose soul was undecided, opened his mouth wide. looked at the police car with an exaggerated expression

The doors open slowly. Several policemen rushed out of it at once. As soon as they rushed out, they broke through the crowd of onlookers. Went straight to the place where there were few people, vomited wildly, and finally walked out leisurely from the cab of the police car, a man dressed in a sloppy police officer's appearance. The man leisurely took out a cigarette from his body. Slowly spit out a puff of smoke rings into the sky:

"My driving skills are getting better and better"

The other policemen looked at the man speechlessly. Helplessly, he straightened his standing posture. Respectfully saluted the man:

"Hello Sir Wu."

Wu Wenfei nodded at them. Lazy stretching. I inadvertently saw Wang Yajun in front of the police car looking at him with a stunned face. Wu Wenfei naturally took a puff of cigarette:

"Boy. Something."

Wang Yajun looked at the police car less than a centimeter away from him. swallowed several mouthfuls of saliva on his face:

"This officer. Where did you get your driver's license?"

"The guy in charge of the test is my buddy."

“”

"Yawn." Wu Wenfei ignored him. Stretching his waist and walking to Xiao Xiao's corpse. casually asked the surrounding police about the case. Then. He was a little surprised to find Tang Peng. I didn't feel a little secretly surprised and curious. Meantime. Tang Peng walked over to Wu Wenfei. And whispered something in his ear. Wu Wenfei immediately showed a stunned expression. Not for a while. I breathed a long sigh of relief again. And then ignore his own men. Sleepy walking back to the police car. And threw a sentence at those policemen:

"Call it a day. After taking care of the corpse and related matters, they will go back to their respective homes. Find your own mother. Our police will not intervene in this case for the time being."

Wang Yajun, who was the first suspect, and the other police officers were stunned with their mouths wide open. The onlookers were also stunned. looked at Wu Wenfei with dull eyes. And Wu Wenfei didn't care about them at all. Stomped into the police car on his own. drove back in a police car. Not far away. There was another scream from the crowd

Wang Yajun was stupid. So much has happened in just one hour. No one can digest it for a while. He looked at the shadow of Wu Wenfei driving away. Unconsciously . There's a kind of want to hit someone. I want to cry again

"Hello. My name is Tang Peng. It's a detective. Would you like to entrust me with the investigation of this case?"

Then. A mature voice suddenly came from Wang Yajun's ears. He turned his head. I found a man standing in front of me with a worried face. But a young man who exudes maturity all over his body. I was a little surprised:

"This. This one. What do you say?"

"I said. Are you willing to entrust this case to me?" Tang Peng paused. And one more sentence." It's free. I don't charge you anything."

Ten began the investigation

Wang Yajun was stunned. He looked at the stranger in front of him repeatedly. He couldn't figure out the whole thing that had just happened. Can. When he saw Tang Peng's confident and deep eyes. Unconsciously . The restless heart. I was able to settle down at once. As if the ferry, lost in the dark, stumbled upon a lighthouse for help:

"Yes, I don't know what's going on. So there's no way to give you any useful clues."

"No, you don't." Tang Peng interrupted him. Then he silently turned his head to look at Xiao Xiao's corpse. Those clues. Would come to us on their own initiative"

Tang Peng's voice just fell. Not as surprised as Wang Yajun. The PHS in Tang Peng's arms suddenly rang. That PHS is for the convenience of connecting with Jiang Rongqin. He specially "rented" it from Chen Weiwei, a "criminal adviser" (paid a deposit of 100 yuan and a telephone bill of 50 yuan in advance). Tang Peng picked up PHS:

“”

"Hey. Is it Mr. Tang Peng? I am your client, Jiang Rongqin. Pls about my case"

"Why call this number. Don't call Xiao Xiao."

"Ahh This"

"No one will ask the person directly in this situation. Will definitely call someone who is more likely to get information as soon as possible. What's more, there was a farce deliberately arranged in order to test the ability of the person concerned (Chapter 6) before, and there is no reason not to call your agent Xiao Xiao to inquire and call me directly."

“”

"I believe you already know about Xiao Xiao's murder, don't you?"

"I just got a call from the police"

Xiao Xiao's phone is still in her pocket. The police have not yet begun a formal investigation. This means that it is impossible to find your private number. And call you."

“”

"Miss Jiang Rongqin. Please forgive me for the tone I just had. But I really don't really like playing peek-a-boo. If you are nearby. Please show up. I have something I want to ask you face-to-face."

"I'm in the red sedan six hundred and fifty meters ahead of you on the left."

Look up. Sure enough, there was a small red car not far away. It's strange though. There seemed to be a familiar figure flashing next to the sedan. Then quickly flash into the crowd. Disappearing into the sea of people, Tang Peng frowned. There is a very bad feeling that comes to mind:

"Just now"

"Mr. Tang Peng. Do you suspect that Xiao Xiao's death was my fault?"

"I know you're not a murderer. Ms. Jiang Rongqin. I took this case, can you please come over. Take us where you originally planned to let us go."

"There are too many of you there. I'm not convenient to go over. Can I ask you to come over?"

"Yes." Tang Peng nodded. Agreed. The other party immediately hung up the phone. Tang Peng frowned again. and Wang Yajun casually said a few ins and outs. Wang Yajun insisted on going together. Tang Peng hesitated. exchanged glances with Li Han and Liu Min. Nod to each other. So they walked towards the red sedan together

(The following paragraph is my extra dedication.) Readers don't need to be linked to the main text)

Then. Tang Peng saw a strange young man sitting there lonely on a bench not far away for people to rest. The man had unkempt hair. Hanging his head, he looked at his feet in confusion. But there is a different aura from top to bottom. Out of curiosity. Tang Peng briefly explained to Li Han and Liu Min. And with a strange heart, he walked towards that one alone. Then he politely sat down at a proper distance from the man:

"I'm sorry. I took the liberty of interrupting it. You seem to have a lot on your mind."

The man lifted his confused eyes. looked at Tang Peng. He hung his head down again. Then he sighed heavily:

"Ugh."

"Huh. Don't mind the words. Can you tell me, a stranger?"

"I am in silent mourning for the children killed in the Zhouqu mudslide. Just for the kids."

“”

"Alas. In addition to the Zhouqu mudslide. There's one more thing that bothers me."

"What's wrong?"

"I feel like I'm a failure," the man shook his head. Scratch the unkempt hair with your hands." painstakingly wrote a film with a more unique style. Although quite a few readers like it. But I can't get the approval of the publisher."

"I don't know the specific thing though. But. If only because of this thing. Hehe. I don't think it's really necessary."

"Alas. You don't understand," the man sighed again. Then shake your head. Look up at the sky. There seemed to be tears in the corners of his eyes." It's been three years, alas. I had a lot of fun joking with the readers. Say what if this book is published. If it can be changed into a manga or a TV series, how can I not know it? These jokes were made for three years. These longings have been dreaming for three whole years, and you really can't understand how I feel. Tell me how to face them. How to face those who silently support this one. Those who have been dreaming of publishing. Readers who have always regarded the characters as friends. I feel like I'm so useless I can't get this published."

"Isn't it possible to publish it at your own expense?"

"No money"

“”

"Alas. Blow after blow. Rejected again and again," the man shook his head slightly. Tears actually rolled down." You really can't relate to my feelings. It seems to be burdened with the expectations of many people. But they were disappointed again and again. Obviously a good one. But it has never been recognized. It's true. You can't understand it. I can't experience the feeling that my hard work has been wasted again and again."

"That's the status quo of China's literary scene, or else. It's not that we haven't had a Nobel Prize winner of the Nobel Prize even though we haven't seen you. But judging by your expression and tone. It's really hard work." Tang Peng gently patted the man's shoulder. Go on." Any work that has the creative effort in it deserves respect. From what you said, you can probably guess that you have been said something nasty by the publisher again. I'm not good at comforting people. But. No amount of dark clouds can obscure the sun forever. There will always be times when the rain passes and the sky is clear. Someday. Your work will meet people who appreciate it. It's gold. It's always going to shine."

The man turned his head sideways. looked at Tang Peng seriously. Then he smiled slightly:

"Thank you, guy"

"And. On the matter of publishing. There's someone more depressed than you."

"Who."

"It's the author who wrote the story of me and Cheng Shuai's stupid person."

“”

"What does the author say about it. All day long, I always make excuses not to update. I always say I'm busy. Hehe. I don't know what he's busy with. However, I know that the character in the online game he played called 'New Wonder World' had risen to level 120 in a short period of time. And most of the time, readers meet him in the group when he just wakes up, and he always says that he has a headache. also flirts with female readers at every turn. And he likes to mess around and despise people."

“”

"But he's writing this story about me and Cheng Shuai. It really took a lot of effort and maybe it was luck. It's been published several times. But it could not be published for some objective reasons. So. The author is greatly in this matter should be about the same as your situation and mood. It's even depressing."

“”

"There are times. We really don't have a way to force the outcome. At the same time as unacceptable. We should also enjoy the joy of that effort. Hehe. Didn't you say that quite a few readers like you. In fact. I think that's enough. After all. The quality of a film is not up to the editors of the publishing house. It comes down to the bottom line. It's for readers. Readers love it. Enough is true indeed. Many readers want to be able to physically hold the feeling they like. But. This feeling is also derived from liking this one. In fact. It's you're putting too much pressure on yourself. Readers. It's just a simple hope to support you. It doesn't have to ask for anything. I think. There is such a group of readers. You're in luck. I'm also very happy."

The man was stunned. Two lines of tears suddenly flowed from his eyes:

"Thank you, guy. Thank you very much."

Talking. The man slowly stood up. Gently wipe away tears. Prepare to leave. Tang Peng stopped him. I couldn't help but ask:

"I'm sorry. Excuse me a little longer. I don't know why. It always feels familiar to you. Also very kind. Can you know your name. What to call you."

The man stopped. There was no turning back." It doesn't matter what the name is. As for what to call me. Hehe. Whatever you want. But you've already called it just now. Alas. Died of a headache. I knew that I would have gone to find that guy Cheng Shuai. Headache. When did I flirt with a female reader. And how does he know I'm lazy to play games and sleep oops. Died of a headache. Despise those who make small reports"

"Ahh Tang Peng stood up suddenly. But the strange thing is. The man was in just a few seconds. has disappeared without a trace. As if it had never been there

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Tang Peng and others got into Jiang Rongqin's car. Along. Everyone was silent. The atmosphere was extremely oppressive. It's very uncomfortable. Maybe to lighten the atmosphere. Jiang Rongqin seemed to open his mouth unintentionally and said:

"That. Something about Xiao Xiao"

"Do you drive all by yourself?" Behold. Tang Peng asked suddenly.

Jiang Rongqin was stunned. A slight hint of hesitation flashed between his eyebrows. But the tone is unhurried:

"Not often. There is a driver. Occasionally, I will drive myself. Hehe. For example, when there is a tricky case that is difficult to articulate and entrusted to a detective."

"You don't seem to be too saddened by the death of your agent."

Jiang Rongqin's side was silent. And in the car, except for the unwitting Wang Yajun. Li Han and Liu Min were both taken aback. They obviously felt that Tang Peng was different from before. That aggressive tone. And is equivalent to bluntly telling the other person that he is suspicious of the way of speaking. They couldn't get them to combine the person in front of them with Tang Peng.

"Xiao Xiao is a good helper. Also a good girl" suddenly. Jiang Rongqin opened his mouth and said. And slowly turn your head. None of the people in the car were taken aback. Because what they see is a smiling face with teary eyes. And. The look. It's not pretended." Mr. Tang Peng. I understand what you think of me. It can be understood from the tone but you don't understand me. I really don't understand. I didn't grow up from a different background than you. From a young age I had to learn to be strong on my own. You have to learn to keep your feelings hidden. Learn to keep a smile when you're at your worst."

After speaking. Jiang Rongqin turned around and continued to drive. Tang Peng didn't speak again. Everyone was silent again. But this time. The atmosphere is no longer oppressive. Somewhat subtle. Mixed with their own complicated hearts. and a touch of sadness

The car stopped in front of a villa near the outskirts. Jiang Rongqin politely stepped out of the car. Tang Peng and they were greeted out of the back door. There were no tears on his face. Some are just charming smiles. Li Han finally combined the person in front of him with the goddess in his mind. The impulse of adolescence made him can't help but burst into tears:

"Ahh My goddess of the river. I'm a big fan of yours. Woo woo woo. Please. Sign me. Give me your ** set. No. Give me your signature."

Li Han's explosive convulsions. The bodyguards who were present, including Yan Yi, who came down to pick up Jiang Rongqin's return, were all taken aback. hurriedly and habitually blocked in front of Jiang Rongqin. I'm afraid that Li Han will make some drastic moves. Liu Min hurriedly stepped forward to set up the excited Li Han. At the same time, he couldn't stop apologizing to Jiang Rongqin at this time. Tang Peng suddenly asked Jiang Rongqin:

"Can you tell me, please? Now how many meters is the car from the door of your villa."

"Ahh Jiang Rongqin was stunned. Looked at the car. I looked at the villa again. Shook his head." It's about 20 meters. I do not know. Excuse me. I'm a person with a vague sense of distance. Excuse me. Is there something going on?"

Tang Peng frowned. Shaking his head, he said:

"It's fine. This Mr. Wang Yajun is my client. I'm sorry to bother you to prepare a room and some related matters for him too. Because it seems inconvenient for him to go back to his house now."

"Yes." Jiang Rongqin looked at Wang Yajun. Nodding.

"Of course." Jiang Rongqin's bodyguard Yan Yi glared at Wang Yajun. Clenched his fists." There's no way we're going to let go of Xiao Xiao's killer."

"What." As soon as Wang Yajun heard this. Immediately shocked and angry." What do you mean?"

"I already know about Xiao Xiao. Don't know what your purpose is though. What you want to do. But I'm never going to let you touch the violin."

"Ahem." Jiang Rongqin deliberately coughed beside him. Then he pulled down his face and glared at Yan Yi angrily.

Yan Yi immediately stopped talking. Politely stood aside to receive Tang Peng and others into the villa. just whispered to Wang Yajun in the end:

"I will never let you touch a single hair of Miss Jiang."

Wang Yajun gave him a blank look. I don't know what he's trying to express at all. I don't even know what I did to make the other person so angry. It's hard to say anything. had to follow Jiang Rongqin's villa helplessly and depressed