Ji Lin?

Lin Xian was surprised to hear this name.

*How did this turn into a Detective Conan plot? Can a shut-in like a detective really help the police solve cases?*

It felt like grasping at straws in desperation.

But...

Listening to what Chu Shanhe said, Ji Lin's abilities were recognized by the Donghai City Public Security Bureau, and he had indeed solved many difficult and mysterious cases, indicating that this person did have a certain level of reasoning and problem-solving skills, and a high one at that.

"There's a reason why the Donghai police trust Ji Lin so much."

Chu Shanhe saw Lin Xian's doubts and explained, "This isn't the first time Ji Lin has assisted the domestic police in handling cases. He used to operate abroad and helped our police solve many cross-border cases. So this time, the Donghai City police took the initiative to invite Ji Lin to join, and so far, the results have been quite good."

…

Listening to Chu Shanhe's story, Lin Xian didn't say anything.

He didn't doubt Ji Lin's abilities... The Donghai police were in a better position to judge this. Since they trusted Ji Lin so much, there must be a reason and results.

The problem was that Lin Xian was certain that Tang Xin wasn't the kind of promiscuous person that would sleep around.

Although this judgment was subjective...

However, with Tang Xin's death already full of mysteries and deliberate planning, and the cause of death being so outrageous, Lin Xian found it really hard to believe.

The key issue was...

Chu Shanhe had just said that the police had already found concrete evidence, and even identified the murderer.

So where did this evidence come from?

Was it that he had really misjudged Tang Xin... or was the evidence so flawlessly fabricated that even the Donghai police and Ji Lin hadn't noticed?

"Sometimes, people are blinded by appearances."

Chu Shanhe sighed softly and continued, "Even I, after so many years in the business world, often misjudge people. It can't be helped. People's judgments are always influenced by emotions, so they may not always make the right decisions."

"I know that Tang Xin's affairs may be difficult for you to accept, but police investigations must be based on evidence. Although I haven't seen the specific evidence myself... I believe that when the police finally announce the case details in the future, everything will be revealed."

"Lin Xian, it's a pity about your classmate, but the mistake isn't yours, you shouldn't feel so guilty, as if you were the murderer. Life is full of disappointments, and as you get older, you'll experience more and more of this... You have to think positively and not get stuck in a dead end."

As he spoke, Chu Shanhe motioned for Lin Xian to take out his phone. "Come on, let's exchange phone numbers. Like I said, you saved my daughter, and I definitely have to repay that favor. If you need any help in the future, you can call me. There's very little I can't handle in Donghai. As long as you ask, I'll do my best to help you."

Lin Xian nodded and exchanged contact information with Chu Shanhe.

He would still accept this favor... It was much more important than that bank card or that money.

Right now, in their cat-and-mouse game, the other side undoubtedly had the upper hand, and was even provoking him in an unreasonable way.

And his current strength was indeed too small. He had no superpowers, no influence of his own. If he wanted to win this game of hide-and-seek... it would be impossible without the help of some powerful external forces.

The most reliable and powerful existence in Donghai was undoubtedly the president of the chamber of commerce on the surface, and the godfather of the underworld in secret, right in front of him.

When the time came...

Chu Shanhe would be his trump card to turn the tables and win.

For now, Chu Shanhe's position seemed relatively reliable.

Lin Xian had originally suspected that Chu Shanhe was a member of the Genius Club, but with Xu Yun's death and the confirmation that Zhao Yingjun's invitation was fake...

The misunderstood Zhao Yingjun, and Chu Shanhe, who had silently funded Xu Yun for ten years, had instead become some of the few people he could trust.

…

After chatting for a while, Su Xiuying and Chu Anqing prepared the meal. The two of them came out of the tearoom chatting and laughing, and sat down at the dining table.

Chu Shanhe took out a bottle of good wine, wanting to have a few drinks with Lin Xian; Su Xiuying was perhaps also out of gratitude to Lin Xian for saving Chu Anqing's life, and was also very enthusiastic towards Lin Xian:

"Lin Xian, try this pork rib."

"Lin Xian, this fish is your aunt's specialty, eat more."

It had to be said that Su Xiuying's cooking skills were excellent, and every dish was delicious.

Especially this fish, although it was steamed, the texture and taste were better than any fish Lin Xian had ever eaten.

"It tastes really good."

After eating a bite of fish, Lin Xian praised sincerely.

"Oh, I told you the fish is my specialty!"

After being praised for her cooking skills, Su Xiuying was very happy and directly moved the fish plate in front of Lin Xian:

"I've always been good at cooking fish, but it's a pity... these two people at home don't like to eat fish, so my skills have no place to use, and they're almost wasted. Come on, eat more!"

Lin Xian was a little dumbfounded, he had met his connoisseur.

"Senior Lin Xian, I made this dish! Do you think it's delicious?"

Chu Anqing pointed to the slightly blackened Coke chicken wings with a smile, sticking out her tongue:

"I put a little too much soy sauce."

"It's also very delicious," Lin Xian said after taking a bite.

Coke chicken wings, as long as it was cooked long enough, it was actually quite difficult to make it taste bad, not to mention Su Xiuying's supervision, it couldn't be too bad.

Chu Shanhe was also drinking with Lin Xian, while chatting about daily trivial matters with a smile. The family was harmonious, very happy and beautiful.

Although Lin Xian was an outsider, he really liked the atmosphere of this family.

It was said that a harmonious family prospers, and this was fully reflected in Chu Shanhe. It was also no wonder that Chu Anqing was as likable as a pistachio. Only a harmonious family could cultivate such a girl.

Moreover, Chu Shanhe's family-oriented nature gave Lin Xian a new understanding of him.

It could be seen that Chu Shanhe had a very strong sense of family. He loved his daughter and his lover. Even if he was busy with work, he insisted on going home for dinner every day.

He had an extraordinary status in Donghai City, but he didn't put on airs at all at home. He would also quarrel with Su Xiuying, be speechless by Chu Anqing, and helplessly laugh while complaining about his family status and toasting with Lin Xian.

This kind of atmosphere... was not much different from Da Lian Mao's (nickname for a friend).

It was really heartwarming.

"Lin Xian, is your hometown in Hang City?"

Su Xiuying added a bowl of rice for Lin Xian and handed it over.

"Yes, Auntie, but not in the city, in the county below."

"Hang City has beautiful scenery," Su Xiuying said with emotion:

"But even though it's so close, I've only been there a few times when I was young. It's been many years since then... Lin Xian, are your parents still in Hang City?"

"Yes, they used to be workers in state-owned enterprises, but they retired after the restructuring and now do some small business at home," Lin Xian replied truthfully.

"Are you an only child? Do you have any siblings?"

"No."

Lin Xian shook his head. "I'm the only child in my family."

"Mom!"

Chu Anqing had been holding back for a long time! She put down her chopsticks and frowned at Su Xiuying:

"Mom, are you checking his household registration? Why are you asking so many personal questions!"

"Look at what you're saying, girl... Isn't this just chatting? What's so personal about it?" Su Xiuying glanced at Chu Anqing curiously, signaling her to shut up.

With that, she turned her head and looked at Lin Xian with a smile. "Are you dating anyone now, Lin Xian? Do you have a girlfriend?"

Ugh——

Chu Anqing choked on a mouthful of rice!