Chapter 22: So Arrogant
As the voice sounded, a man in a navy blue round-necked, floral-patterned, straight-sleeved robe slowly walked in, followed by a black-clad attendant.

Su Liuyue turned her head to look and was slightly startled.

But the man who came in was tall and straight, with a handsome face and fine features. His phoenix eyes were slightly lowered, staring straight at her. Although his thin lips were slightly raised, it could not hide the coldness and sharpness deep in his eyes.

There was no extra decoration on his body except for a white jade pendant around his waist and a silver fish bag worn by officials above the fifth rank. However, the calmness and composure that came from being in a high position for a long time made people know at first glance that this man was extraordinary.

Su Liuyue looked at him calmly, stood up, saluted and said, "I am the guest invited by Lu Shaoyin. I wonder who this official is?"

The man walked to the main seat and sat down naturally, saying: "Before Lu Shaoyin left, he asked me to receive the young lady. Some time ago, Lu Shaoyin often told me about you helping him solve a case, so I have heard of your great name for a long time.

Feng Yang, go make a pot of good tea."

The black-clad attendant beside the man responded and left the room.

The man sat upright in his seat and said, "I don't know how to address you, young lady?"

"My surname is Su."

Su Liuyue raised her eyes and glanced at the man. "Sir... are you from Jingzhao Prefecture? I have seen that almost everyone in Jingzhao Prefecture wears official uniforms. It is rare to see someone like you wearing your regular clothes."

The man raised his eyebrows slightly and said, "I am the newly transferred Shao Yin to Jingzhao Prefecture. Because the transfer was urgent, the new official uniform has not been issued yet, so Miss Su can call me Shao Yin Ping.

Speaking of which, I have always been very curious about Miss Su's crime-solving skills. It just so happens that I have a difficult case on hand. It is the first case I am responsible for after being transferred to Jingzhao Prefecture. I wonder if Miss Su is willing to assist me in investigating the case?"

This sudden request surprised Su Liuyue.

There was a bit of scrutiny in her eyes. "Your Jingzhao Prefecture seems to be quite tolerant and open-minded. Can you just ask outsiders to help investigate a case?"

"How can inviting Miss Su be casual? Many people in the imperial city witnessed Miss Su helping Lu Shaoyin solve the case before."

Shao Yin Ping said slowly, "Miss Su, you don't know that after Shao Yin Lu told His Royal Highness the Crown Prince about this matter, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was also very interested in Miss Su. Because of the personnel changes in the new dynasty, Jingzhao Prefecture is now short-staffed, but there are still many matters to be handled every day. As long as they can help, it doesn't matter whether they are from Jingzhao Prefecture or not.
Miss Su, you can listen to me talk about the case and then decide whether to help me. I would like to ask Miss Su to help me investigate the recent series of female homicides."

Su Liuyue opened her eyes slightly.

This guy……

She was silent for a moment, then said, "I wonder if Lu Shaoyin has told Ping Shaoyin that the suspect you just arrested today is my cousin. Even so, is Ping Shaoyin willing to let me help investigate the case?"

In cases like this where relatives are involved, most people need to avoid suspicion.

Ping Shaoyin chuckled, his dark eyes fixed on the woman in front of him, "I am the one who is mainly responsible for investigating the case, Miss Su is just assisting, why should I be unwilling?"

Su Liuyue looked at him quietly for a moment, then suddenly twitched the corners of her mouth and said, "This case concerns the innocence of my cousin. There is no reason for me to refuse. Ping Shaoyin is willing to let me investigate the case with him, which is what I want most. I think Ping Shaoyin thinks so too, which is why he is so sure from beginning to end." Ping Shaoyin was slightly stunned.

Su Liuyue had already stood up, looked at Ping Shaoyin with a half-smile and said, "Now that we have reached an agreement, let's not waste time. I want to meet my cousin first to understand the situation. I wonder if Ping Shaoyin can agree?"

Feng Yang, who just came in with a pot of hot tea, said: "..."

But was he dazzled? He seemed to see a hint of arrogance and provocation in this woman.

Ping Shaoyin looked at Su Liuyue thoughtfully, then stood up and said, "Of course you can. Let's go. I'll take Miss Su over."

Just like that, the two of them walked out of the room one after the other in front of Feng Yang, who had a dazed look on his face.

After going out, Ping Shaoyin walked in front, and Su Liuyue followed him at a distance of three steps, observing the man in front of her unscrupulously, and said: "I have only heard some rumors about this case. I wonder if Ping Shaoyin is willing to tell me in detail?"

The man in front seemed to chuckle, "I thought Miss Su would first understand the case clearly before going to see your cousin."

Is this an accusation that she is too hasty?
Su Liuyue curled her lips secretly, "After all, he is my cousin. He was arrested for no reason. I can't help but feel anxious. Shao Yin Ping should be able to understand this feeling."

The man in front of her paused, turned around and looked at her with deep eyes, "For no reason?"

Is this a sarcasm?
After only a moment, he chuckled, retracted his gaze, and continued to walk forward slowly. "The people of Jingzhao Prefecture did not arrest Miss Su's cousin for no reason. So far, there have been three victims in this case. The murderer acted very carefully and cunningly. The first two victims were arrested when they were alone. No one knows who they had met or what happened before that. The victims did not know each other and had no connection.

There is only the third victim, and many people can testify that she had seen your cousin before she disappeared.

The three victims were all young women. The first victim’s surname was Huang and she was fifteen years old. Her parents sold tofu at the market and she was usually the one who brought lunch to her parents at noon. About three months ago, she disappeared while bringing lunch to her parents.

The second victim was surnamed Xu, sixteen years old, the daughter of a farmer outside the city. About two months ago, she went to the city with her mother to buy things and disappeared while waiting for her mother outside a store.

The third victim is the woman who had contact with your cousin. Her surname is Fang, she is 15 years old, and she is the daughter of a small businessman who came to visit relatives in Xinjing from another place. Seven days ago, your cousin sent her home. However, her family said that she did not go home that day, which means that she disappeared on the way home when your cousin sent her home.

Su Liuyue's eyes deepened slightly, and she said, "The victims are of similar age, from ordinary families, both women, and both died after disappearing. But based on these points alone, we can't be 100% sure that they are from the same case, right?"

Upon hearing this, Ping Shaoyin raised his lips and said, "As expected of Miss Su, you have summarized the similarities between these victims based on just a few of my words.

Of course, there are more similarities than just these few. These victims were killed and their bodies were dumped after they disappeared for a period of time. After the coroner's examination, they were beaten and abused by the murderer before they died, leaving many wounds on their bodies, and..."

Ping Shaoyin paused subtly before saying, "They have all been severely violated."

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