"We found a lot of hidden cameras in the house you bought. How do you explain that?"
Tang Ning suddenly questioned Lin Jichen, her beautiful eyes fixed on his, as if searching for any flaws.
Lin Jichen responded calmly, "It was the first house I bought and I let someone else live in it. I was worried he might damage the place or bring in unsavory characters. I also heard he wasn't of good character, so I installed some cameras to make sure he didn't use my house for illegal activities and to supervise his work."
This explanation was reasonable, and Tang Ning couldn't find any point to refute.
If it had been a woman, Lin Jichen might have been labeled a voyeur, but Xu Zikuai was a man, so there was no such suspicion.
"Hey, do you really need to interrogate him? Little Lin bought the house himself, he can install as many cameras as he wants. Don't wrong an innocent person," Ren Lan said, glaring protectively at Tang Ning.
Tang Ning didn't get angry. She nodded and said, "It's fine. Thank you for your cooperation. If there are any further developments, we might need you to come back and assist with the investigation."
"No problem, it's my duty," Lin Jichen agreed readily.
"Alright, you can go now. I'll drive you back," Tang Ning said, standing up to lead the way. Lin Jichen wanted to refuse politely but couldn't resist her insistence.
Lin Jichen guessed that Tang Ning just wanted to talk to him more, hoping to find some clues. After all, he was the only person connected to the case, but unfortunately, she was barking up the wrong tree.
He had nothing to hide and was completely unafraid.
Just as they were about to leave, a beautiful figure hurriedly arrived at the police station.
"Sister Xiaowei? What are you doing here?" Lin Jichen asked in surprise. The girl in front of him was Qin Xiaowei.
Qin Xiaowei, looking travel-worn, sighed in relief upon seeing Lin Jichen. "Tang Tang called me and said you were taken by the police. I rushed over from the company. Are you alright? What happened?"
"Auntie, you're here," Tang Tang ran over immediately.
"Tang Tang, be good. What's going on with Brother Lin? Tell me quickly."
"Brother Lin is fine. The police sister said she would take us back," Tang Tang replied.
"Really? Nothing's wrong?" Qin Xiaowei confirmed with Lin Jichen again.
Lin Jichen felt a warmth in his heart and smiled, shaking his head. "I'm fine. They just asked a few questions. The police are taking us back now."
"That's good. Now I can relax," Qin Xiaowei finally felt at ease. She had rushed over in the middle of a recording session upon hearing that Lin Jichen had been taken by the police.
"Hey, are you... Qin Xiaowei?" Tang Ning looked at Qin Xiaowei, somewhat surprised.
"Yes, do you know me?"
Tang Ning smiled, "I'm a fan of your music. Your songs are wonderful."
"Thank you. My friend didn't do anything wrong, did he?" Qin Xiaowei responded politely.
"No, we just wanted to ask him a few questions," Tang Ning replied.
Qin Xiaowei finally smiled, "I see. That's a relief."
"What is your relationship?" Tang Ning looked curiously between Qin Xiaowei and Lin Jichen. After all, Qin Xiaowei was a celebrity, and Lin Jichen was just an ordinary student. Why would she rush over upon hearing that he was taken to the police station?
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"We're good friends," Qin Xiaowei answered, her face slightly red, glancing nervously at Gu Qiuxue.
Many people in the police station recognized Qin Xiaowei and started whispering among themselves. Qin Xiaowei was becoming more famous, now a second-tier singer with rising popularity, showing signs of becoming a future diva.
Seeing more and more people gathering, Lin Jichen quickly said, "If there's nothing else, let's go back. Sister Xiaowei, come with us."
"Sure, I took a cab here anyway," Qin Xiaowei agreed readily.
They got into Tang Ning's car and headed towards Sunshine Community.
As soon as they got in, Tang Ning started chatting with Lin Jichen, trying to get some useful information. But Lin Jichen answered fluently and had no motive for the crime, nor was he connected to the case.
Tang Ning had to give up and switched the topic.
"Thanks for the heads-up last time. My brother was indeed trying to buy a gaming ring. My parents were furious, and I gave him a good beating and confiscated the ring."
Lin Jichen's mouth twitched, hoping Tang Ning's brother wouldn't hold a grudge against him. He was just cooperating with the police and telling the truth.
"I checked your records. You took a break from school to become a professional player?" Tang Ning asked.
Lin Jichen nodded, not denying it. It was easy for the police to investigate an ordinary student, and there was nothing to hide.
"You've got guts, giving up your education like that. Aren't you worried about your future? And..."
Tang Ning started lecturing again, making Lin Jichen feel helpless.
"Hey, Officer Tang, whether Little Lin takes a break from school is his own business. It's not illegal. Everyone has the right to choose. You're making a big deal out of nothing," Ren Lan said from the back, feeling annoyed. Gu Qiuxue also seemed displeased but didn't say anything.
Tang Ning paused, then smiled apologetically, "Sorry, I have a habit of lecturing. I used to work in a reformatory and often gave lessons to inmates, so I developed this bad habit. I'll stop now."
Tang Ning kept her word and didn't lecture anymore, driving them safely to Sunshine Community.
As they got out, Lin Jichen casually asked, "Officer Tang, was Xu Zikuai really shot?"
Tang Ning replied, "He's lucky. He didn't die."
"Oh? Shot but not dead?" Lin Jichen was surprised.
"Yes, the shooter hit his heart. He should have died, but Xu Zikuai's heart is on the right side, so he narrowly escaped death. He's still in critical condition, though."
"Oh, that's good," Lin Jichen nodded thoughtfully.
Tang Ning asked curiously, "You seem quite concerned about his fate?"
Lin Jichen quickly responded with a smile, "Of course. If he died in my house, it would become a murder scene. I'd be devastated."
Tang Ning laughed, "You're still so superstitious as a college student? No wonder you took a break from school. There's no such thing as ghosts."
"Haha, I believe in ghosts, even if we can't see them yet. Goodbye, Officer Tang."
Lin Jichen said half-seriously and then left.
"This guy, so superstitious," Tang Ning shook her head with a smile and drove away.
Lin Jichen and the others returned to the community.
Passing through the community, Lin Jichen noticed that the security guards had changed. The two frail old men were replaced by two middle-aged men.
He didn't think much of it, assuming it was due to the recent shooting incident, and the community had tightened security.
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