Zhao Lin felt a strong sense of accomplishment and satisfaction in his heart. He raised his knife and walked up to Chai Jie. "We have witnesses, what else do you have to say?"
Chai Jie bit his lip and said nothing, looking away.
"Take it to the county government office."
Zhao Lin waved his hand and ignored him. He turned to Gao Xiaoliu and Duan San and said, "You guys should go too."
"Sir, you said you would let us go."
"Please give me a way to survive."
Gao Xiaoliu and Duan San pleaded.
Zhao Lin said seriously: "It's not that I don't keep my word. You are the key witnesses and you must appear in court to testify during the trial."
"The crime can be mitigated by making amends, do you understand?"
They both lowered their heads at the same time.
Carrying the evidence, Zhao Lin, Liang Song, Tao Erleng, and He Qingquan led Chai Jie and others to the county government office.
Zhao Lin found a pen clerk to record the confessions of Gao Xiaoliu and Duan San, signed them, and then notified the prison boss to take the three of them into prison together.
"Zhao Captou is very promising at a young age. He is really extraordinary. I admire him."
He Qingquan raised his thumb and said with a smile.
These words were not all flattery. He originally thought that Zhao Lin was dragged to hold the vat, and he was afraid that he would suffer as well under his control.
He didn't expect that Zhao Lin was really capable. He didn't know what means he used, but within two days he had both stolen goods and stolen goods, which was beyond his expectation.
"He Lao is too lucky, it's just luck."
Zhao Lin was in a good mood, but he was not carried away.
It is important to catch the murderer, but only when the finishing work is done well can the whole thing be considered complete.
He invited a medical officer to identify the knife found in Chai Jie's house.
"Yes, the blade is slender and has a very small curvature. It matches the shape of the murder weapon I drew based on the wound."
The medical officer confirmed that it was correct, and Zhao Lin went to the execution room to ask for the file and add the latest progress in handling the case.
"He Lao, I can't use the brush very well. Please help me write for you."
He Qingquan was getting older, and it was not his turn to be arrested. He often did chores, but he was good at handwriting.
The two discussed recording the key incidents, confessions, and the origin of the evidence in the investigation.
As for the details of the investigation, such as how he found the evidence through hearing, he will not mention it.
"Mr. He, you have rich experience. Do you think this case can be convicted?"
He Qingquan said with a smile: "The arrester is worrying too much. There is a solid case, even if the gods come, they will recognize it!"
"That's good."
Zhao Lin was relieved. This was the first case he had handled, and it was also the key to gaining a foothold in the Yamen.
He read the file from beginning to end again and found that the only thing missing was a motive.
Although it was the county magistrate's responsibility to try cases, he was also curious as to what could be the reason for a person to do such an unconscionable thing, worse than a pig or a dog?
Just because of family property?
Zhao Lin suddenly remembered that Chai Qihong also had a widow.
He originally planned to go find the deceased's widow to find out the situation if there was no progress in the case, but he didn't stop when he was busy.
Now that the case is out, I can take the time to ask.
After sorting out the files and returning all the evidence to the warehouse, it was time to collect the items.
Zhao Lin came to Liuhe Gate as usual, and when he entered, he saw two new faces in the yard.
They are all young people of sixteen or seventeen years old, with slender figures and strong bodies. They are good candidates for martial arts at first glance.
"Hello, Senior Brother Zhao."
The two newcomers took the initiative to say hello.
"Two masters... hello brother."
Zhao Lin responded politely.
Yuan Cheng came over and whispered: "They are very talented. They can come to our Liuhe Sect and have something to do with you."
Zhao Lin thought he was joking, "I learn martial arts from my master, what does that have to do with me?"
Yuan Cheng smiled and said, "Don't believe me. The fact that you have been practicing bone training for half a year has been spread among the martial arts schools in the county. They come here because of your reputation."
Zhao Lin was startled, "That's right. It's just half a year. It's an exaggeration. In fact, it took me seven months..."
After chatting for a while, Zhao Lin walked to the practice area, grabbed two huge iron sand bags, and jumped on the plum blossom pile to practice his muscles.
Because of his extraordinary strength, ordinary iron sand bags are no longer sufficient for his practice.
Zhu Huaishan ordered two thick large bags specially for his use.
A curious apprentice took advantage of Zhao Lin's absence and wanted to take a look at it, but found that he couldn't even carry one.
The case was solved, and Zhao Lin was particularly energetic in practicing.
After a breakthrough in martial arts, the body's metabolic capacity becomes stronger, and the speed at which the spirit beast map releases white mist also accelerates.
This further improved Zhao Lin's three special abilities: strength, speed, and hearing, which in turn promoted the evolution of his body, forming a two-way positive feedback.
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The next day, Zhao Lin came to Chengfa's room early in the morning and handed the file to Chengfa Officer.
"Please allow me to make it easier for you to announce the announcement."
When handing over the dossier, he put a small piece of silver he had prepared in advance into the other party's palm.
This is what He Qingquan pointed out to him.
The Chengfafang is responsible for arranging reports and reporting various matters to the county magistrate for processing.
Which matters come first, which matters come last, and which matters are put aside for another day, are all decided by the Chengfa Fang.
Officer Chengfa was a little surprised, but he didn't say anything. He opened the file and saw that it was a murder case. He immediately closed it and said, "Don't worry, I will be the first one to submit it today."
He wouldn't dare to postpone such an important case even if he had the courage to do so, but since he had collected the money, he would put it first.
Zhao Lin said "thank you" and walked into the lobby to wait for the morning session.
After a while, the Yamen staff arrived one after another.
Standing next to Zhao Lin were Liang Song, He Qingquan and Tao Erleng, and the four of them formed a small group.
Sun Zhang, Shi Dahai and Jin Liqun and other East District detectives stood far away, intending to draw a clear line with them.
As soon as the morning meeting time arrived, Magistrate Liu appeared on time.
The Chengfa official came out and said loudly: "Today, 328 people from each room and class should have arrived, but 301 actually arrived. Among the 27 people who did not arrive, five were injured and injured. We went to the countryside to call for payment." The nine people with money and food have not returned..."
After hearing this, County Magistrate Liu said "Hmm" and asked, "What are you cooking for this morning?"
Official Chengfa said: "The first thing is to arrest Zhao Lin, the head of the East District..."
After collecting the money, the official paused when he read Zhao Lin's name, "The murder case of timber dealer Chai Qihong was solved. All witnesses are available. The murderer has been put in jail."
After speaking, he held the file and presented it with both hands.
"oh?"
Magistrate Liu raised his eyebrows and took the file and read it immediately.
As if someone stepped on his tail, Sun Zhang suddenly turned back to look at Zhao Lin, followed by Shi Dahai and Jin Liqun.
Zhao Lin looked at his nose with his eyes and his heart with his nose, pretending not to see it.
Magistrate Liu was familiar with the case, so he skipped the previous article and looked at the newly added part by Zhao Lin.
"I didn't expect that the real murderer was the son of the deceased."
Magistrate Liu sighed after reading and looked down the hall, "Is Zhao Lin here?"
Zhao Lin came out of the queue, strode forward and said: "My subordinates are here!"
County Magistrate Liu praised: "You did a good job and wrote the file well."
Zhao Lin said in a deep voice: "This is my subordinate's responsibility."
Magistrate Liu nodded with satisfaction, and just as he was about to speak, the chief clerk came over and whispered a few words in his ear.
"Have you just been on duty for two days?"
Magistrate Liu made a sound in surprise, and when he looked at Zhao Lin again, there was a sign of approval in his eyes.
"President Li, you have to make good use of such talents. As for those people who are full of food and reserve their seats to fill their positions, don't let them occupy their positions."
The last sentence he said was to Li Qiuyuan.
Li Qiuyuan hurriedly said: "Your Majesty is right, I will clean up my subordinates now."
Magistrate Liu took another look at the file and said, "Since the criminal has been captured, he will be arraigned today."
Official Chengfa reminded: "Today is not the day for trial."
The yamen only hears cases every ten days in the San, Liu and Jiu Sheng halls.
County Magistrate Liu remembered that today was the eighth day of the Lunar New Year, and said with some regret: "Then let's do it tomorrow!"
