Chapter 62: The Perfect Suspect, Is Qu Wenbiao the Killer?

The news brought by Xu Changsheng immediately left Su Ming with a sense of surprise he couldn’t quite express.

A concurrent psychologist?

His only son studying abroad in the United States?

It’s important to note that opioid drugs are not regulated in the U.S. and are severely abused, with almost every household owning a few bottles!

Could it be… assisting in a crime?

However, due to the need for meticulous investigation, Su Ming didn’t make any immediate judgments.

Instead, he quickly left the meeting room and followed Xu Changsheng to the Criminal Investigation Technology Department.

As they walked toward the department, Xu Changsheng shared the current findings.

“Currently, after screening through many staff members at Shude Middle School, we’ve identified three primary suspects.”

“Other school staff had limited contact with Huang Yan and Zhang Wan.”

“Thus, the screening focused on those who knew the two well, had sufficient opportunity, and time to commit the crime.”

“These three individuals are…”

“The principal of Shude Middle School, Qu Wenbiao, the vice principal, Zhang Heng, and their former homeroom teacher, Liu Yan.”

“Among the suspects, Qu Wenbiao’s degree of suspicion is much higher than the other two.”

As they reached the Criminal Investigation Technology Department, Xu Changsheng waved his hand, signaling.

“Huozi, don’t check the surveillance footage yet.”

“Come, tell Xiao Ming about the three suspects we just screened.”

Then, Xu Changsheng turned to the other two veteran officers who had worked together for many years, and with a serious expression, said.

“Old Chen, Aqi.”

“For now, set aside the work at the technology department.”

“These days, go undercover and keep an eye on Skinny Dog’s wife and daughter, while also observing if there are any suspicious people loitering nearby.”

“I’m concerned…”

“As the investigation deepens, once we start looking into Qu Wenbiao, members of that drug trafficking organization may also take action.”

“And then…”

“Skinny Dog’s family and daughter will definitely be one of their targets. We must be prepared.”

After receiving the order, Old Chen and Aqi nodded and quickly left the department to stake out near Skinny Dog’s residence, watching for potential suspects.

At the same time, Wang Hu, with an excited expression, opened up the files on Qu Wenbiao and began to speak.

“Ming Ge.”

“We’ve just screened through identity databases, medical records, school websites, and party member information, and from all the information channels available.”

“The likelihood of Zhang Heng and Liu Yan being the suspects is much lower than Qu Wenbiao.”

“Because, from any angle, Qu Wenbiao fits your and Sheng Ge’s inferences much better!”

“Yeah, right now, at least 80% of the evidence matches!”

“80% match?” Su Ming raised an eyebrow, feeling a bit speechless with surprise.

After all, in many criminal investigations…

If a suspect matches 80% of the predictions made, it’s almost certain…

That this person is the criminal.

Because, despite the accuracy of the police’s deductions, there will always be some differences with reality.

So, having 70-80% of the match is already incredibly high, enough to make a bold arrest and interrogate the case details.

Su Ming frowned slightly and nodded, signaling.

“Huozi.”

“Tell me in detail how Qu Wenbiao matches our inferences so closely.”

Without hesitation, Wang Hu flipped to the next page, showing a yellowed, old color photo.

It was a high school graduation photo, and with a closer look, one could see Qu Wenbiao in his student years, standing in the center of the back row, making a peace sign in the photo.

The background…

Was the gate of his high school, with large characters clearly visible—Shengtian High School.

“This graduation photo was taken from Qu Wenbiao’s party member file,” Wang Hu pointed to the photo on the screen and continued.

“About thirty-five years ago, during the peak of Shengtian Village, Qu Wenbiao’s parents worked at a textile factory.”

“Qu Wenbiao himself also spent his student years there, so he must be very familiar with Shengtian Village and grew up here.”

“Next, here’s a series of photos.”

Wang Hu continued to click on his laptop, displaying a series of activity photos and interview pictures.

In these photos, the main subject was always Qu Wenbiao, but he was wearing a thin mask, covering his nose and mouth.

Meanwhile, all the people in the photos wore long-sleeved shirts, indicating that the weather wasn’t very warm.

Upon seeing this, Su Ming furrowed his brow and spoke slowly.

“Allergic rhinitis.”

“Qu Wenbiao must have severe allergic rhinitis.”

“Otherwise, he wouldn’t be wearing that pollen-blocking mask in these photos during activities and interviews.”

“After all, wearing a mask is better than sneezing repeatedly and making a fool of oneself during an interview.”

“Additionally, judging by the clothing, these events must have taken place in the spring, which is when pollen levels are highest.”

“Ming Ge, you’re really sharp.” Wang Hu remarked skillfully, opening the next image showing medical expenses.

“This is Qu Wenbiao’s medical record.”

“He visited Huaihai District People’s Hospital a few days ago, and the doctor prescribed him antihistamines like chlorpheniramine and cetirizine.”

“Based on the medication, we can infer it was to relieve symptoms of pollen allergies.”

“So, perhaps because of this…”

“When you and Sheng Ge went to the school, he wasn’t wearing a mask. It’s possible he was in a hurry and forgot to put it on.”

Then, Wang Hu flipped to the last photo, pointing to an internal school bulletin.

“And here’s the appointment and dismissal list.”

“Two months ago, Qu Wenbiao dismissed the teacher from the school’s psychological counseling office.”

“The reason given was…”

“Neglecting duties, rarely on shift, and the students couldn’t find him.”

“Then…”

“Three days after the dismissal, Qu Wenbiao decided to temporarily take over the position of psychological counselor until they found a suitable replacement.”

“But in reality…”

“I checked all the records, and Qu Wenbiao doesn’t have a psychological counselor qualification certificate.”

“The only possible knowledge of psychology he might have is from when he was in university, due to being a teacher training student, he might have learned a little.”

“But after all these years, he probably forgot it.”

“Although this is a minor issue, given all the current data, I believe Qu Wenbiao is indeed the most likely suspect!”

After listening to Wang Hu’s report, Su Ming frowned deeply, feeling a growing sense of doubt.

Could it really be Qu Wenbiao?

But…

Why would someone who uses the covert “Blue Whale Game” method for committing crimes be so nervous, constantly making phone calls?

And why call someone like Lin Tian, an experienced old detective, without worrying about exposure?

The most critical point is…

Based on the drug trafficking organization cases we just reviewed, this huge syndicate is extremely strict in selecting personnel. They wouldn’t choose someone with such poor psychological resilience as Qu Wenbiao.

Furthermore…

Without a foundation in psychology, Su Ming didn’t believe Qu Wenbiao could lead the “Blue Whale Game.”

No, this isn’t right!

It can’t be this simple!!!