"Could it be that someone is trying to frame Ma Xiaolin and make her the scapegoat?" Wang Xiao asked out of the blue.
"That's possible, but it's not easy to pull off. The timing is too precise. Not only do they need to know Chen Zihe's medication time, but they also need to know the time of their date. Unless they're very close, it's hard to be so precise, "Han Bin said.
Zhao Ming's imagination went wild. "Is it possible that Chen Zihe committed suicide? Whether it's medication time or medication time, no one knows it better than him. "
Han Bin laughed. "It's a bold idea, but it lacks evidence and motive. What's in it for Chen Zihe? What's his motive?"
Zhang Shungu said, "Could it be Song Hongmian? She hates Ma Xiaolin and knows Chen Zihe well. If she wants to, she can influence Chen Zihe."
Li Qin retorted, "Your speculation is even more baseless. You can't suspect Song Hongmian just because they're close. How many people would kill their own child? It's not unheard of for a mother to kill her own child, but it's very extreme. Unless there's concrete evidence, there's no need to think about it. "
Ding Xifeng waved his hand. "Alright, there's too little evidence now. It's not enough to deduce the real culprit. First, investigate the victim's whereabouts during the time of the poisoning, and at the same time, investigate the victim's relationships as soon as possible. Han Bin, question Ma Xiaolin again. If there's no problem, let her go. "
"Yes."
Ding Xifeng glanced at his watch. "I still have a meeting to attend. Captain Han will arrange the specific investigation."
After that, Ding Xifeng and Han Bin exchanged a few words in a low voice before leaving the conference room.
Han Bin cleared his throat. "Let's continue with the meeting. I'll arrange the specific tasks …"
…
City Public Security Bureau, Third Interrogation Room.
Ma Xiaolin was brought into the interrogation room.
Due to the latest test results from the technical department and forensic science department, Ma Xiaolin's suspicions were reduced. She was only sitting in the interrogation chair, but she wasn't handcuffed.
She wasn't old, and perhaps because of her haggard appearance, she had a maturity that didn't match her age.
"Ms. Ma, did you get used to last night? You can tell me if you need anything. "
"I want to get out of here as soon as possible. I shouldn't be here. I should be by Chen Zihe's mother's side to deal with her funeral. Although I don't like him either, I want to send Zihe on his last journey. I believe this is what he wants to see. "
"I can understand your feelings, and I will do my best to help you. At the same time, I hope you understand that we don't treat you as a suspect. It's just that you have a close relationship with the deceased, so we need to follow the rules and conduct routine questioning. "
"I understand. Ask away. I also want to know who poisoned Zihe."
"Thank you for your understanding. Let's get started." Han Bin flipped through the notebook. "What does Chen Zihe do?"
"He's a security guard."
"Working as a security guard somewhere."
"In a bar."
"What's the bar's name?"
"FOAH Bar."
Han Bin wrote it down in his notebook. "What are his working hours?"
"Between eight and three in the morning."
"What do you do?"
"I work as a clerk in a company."
"What company? What about working hours? "
"Ling Shuang Clothing Company. We work from nine in the morning to six on weekends."
"Your jobs are quite stable."
"It's alright. I'm a girl, and I don't have that much ambition in my career."
"Do you know Chen Zihe's friends?"
"A few."
"Can you tell me their names?"
"Xu Youbin, Hao Jiang, Ma Baoyan … I can't remember the rest. Men have their own social circle, and women have their own girlfriends. I don't like to go out with him. "
"Do they have nicknames or pet names?"
"Yes."
"They're quite close, and they usually call each other by their pet names. Xu Youbin's nickname is Big Nest, Hao Jiang's is Lei Zi, and Ma Baoyan's Dragon Bao."
"Yesterday, between 1: 50 and 5: 50 pm, where were you?"
"I was in the northern district."
"What did you do there?"
"I went to Pingtan Public Cemetery."
"Be more specific."
"When I woke up in the morning, Chen Zihe was still sleeping. He's used to working at night and sleeping during the day, but I'm different. My schedule is more normal. I tidied up the house and left at around 12 am. I went to the Sichuan Noodle Restaurant near the neighborhood to have a bowl of noodles. Then, I took a taxi to Pingtan Public Cemetery. When I got there, it was already 2 am.
After that, I walked around Pingtan Public Cemetery and took a taxi to leave at around 5 am. After that, I met Chen Zihe at the mall. We met at around 6 pm. After that, we walked around the first floor, but we didn't find anything nice to wear, so we went upstairs to eat. "
"Why did you go to the cemetery?"
"Something personal."
"What is it?"
"Hmm … My dad is seriously ill, and … he doesn't have much time left. I think … helping him find a quiet place is the last thing I can do for him. "Speaking up to this point, Ma Xiaolin's voice choked, and she couldn't help but wipe away her tears.
"I'm sorry to bring up something sad."
"It's okay. It's human nature to grow old and die. I'm slowly getting over it."
"Do you know where Chen Zihe was yesterday afternoon?"
"He mentioned it when we were eating."
"Go ahead."
"He slept until around 12 pm, and then he asked a friend out for dinner. His mother called to say that she had steamed some rice cakes and asked him to get it. After that, he went to Wanda Mall to meet me. This is what he said when we were chatting. I don't know the details. "
"How is he recently? Did he get sick? "
"No, he's always been in good health."
"Did he take any medicine or health supplements?"
"Yes, because he often stays up late, he often takes cod liver oil."
"What brand?"
"I didn't look carefully."
"Did he buy it himself?"
"No, he's a careless person. Sometimes, he doesn't even remember to eat it, let alone buy it. Usually, it's his mother who buys it for him. "
"Song Hongmian?"
"Yes."
"What's the relationship between Song Hongmian and Chen Zihe? Are there any conflicts between them? "
"How should I put this? Everyone has conflicts. It depends on what kind of conflict it is." Ma Xiaolin combed her hair behind her ear. "Song Hongmian retired and has nothing to do all day. All she does is hang around Chen Zihe. She doesn't like him, and Chen Zihe doesn't have a good temper. Both mother and son quarrel with each other.
But quarreling is one thing, but there's no major conflict. At least, I haven't heard of it. "
"Ms. Ma, have you been living with Chen Zihe?"
"Yes."
"We want to search Chen Zihe's residence to see if there are any clues related to the case in his belongings."
"Go ahead. He's dead. What can't we search?" Ma Xiaolin sighed and pursed her lips. "Captain Han, how long do I have to stay here?"
Han Bin looked at his watch. "I'll get someone to help you get the paperwork done within an hour."
"Ah!" Ma Xiaolin was a little surprised. "I can leave?"
Han Bin smiled. "We're not a charity. We can't always provide you with free food and accommodation."
Ma Xiaolin's mouth twitched. She wanted to laugh, but she couldn't.
"On behalf of the Criminal Investigation Unit, I thank you for your cooperation. I also promise you that we'll catch Chen Zihe's murderer as soon as possible."
"Thank you. Thank you for your responsible attitude. I'm relieved to leave Zihe's case to you."
"Let's call it a day. Take a rest. I'll get someone to take you through the paperwork and send you home in a police car."
"No need. I'll take a taxi."
"You're welcome. We still have to search Chen Zihe's belongings. Please lead the way."
After leaving the interrogation room, Han Bin returned to his office for a cup of tea. Then, he called Wang Xiao over.
"Captain Han, you were looking for me?"
"How's the investigation on Chen Zihe's phone going?"
"I'm sorting it out."
"I'll get Sister Li to keep an eye on it. You go to Chen Zihe's house and see if you can find any clues related to the poisoning case. Also, according to Ma Xiaolin, Chen Zihe has been taking a health supplement called 'cod-liver oil' because of his night shift. You have to pay attention to it. "
"Yes, I'll bring someone over in a bit." Wang Xiao responded. Then, he changed the topic. "Captain Han, the deceased's mother, Song Hongmian, is here. I'm about to give her a statement. What do you think?"
"Go to Chen Zihe's house and search. I'll give Song Hongmian a statement. I have something to ask her."
"Yes."
According to Ma Xiaolin, Chen Zihe had been taking cod-liver oil. Song Hongmian bought it. If the cod-liver oil was poisoned, then Song Hongmian would be the biggest suspect.
Although most mothers wouldn't harm their children, there were always exceptions.
Han Bin met Song Hongmian in Team One's office. She had dark circles under her eyes and messy hair. She looked like she had aged a few years.
"Captain Han, do you have any clues about my son's case?" Song Hongmian's voice had become a lot hoarser overnight.
Han Bin said, "Madam Song, please sit down and talk."
"Captain Han, I'm not here for anything else. I just want to ask about my son's case. You don't have to worry about me. Don't delay the investigation."
"You're here at the right time. I also have a few questions to ask you." Han Bin said to Huang Qianqian, "Go get Madam Song a glass of water."
"Okay," Huang Qianqian answered and quickly poured a glass of water.
Speaking of which, because of the sudden case, Huang Qianqian and Zhao Ming's matter was temporarily put on hold. Han Bin didn't ask anymore. Now that he saw her, he remembered it again. However, it wasn't the time to talk about it.
"Madam Song, did you see Chen Zihe yesterday?"
"Yes."
"When did you see him?"
"My Zihe loves to eat rice cakes. I steamed some for him. In the afternoon, he came to my place to get it. He stayed for half an hour before leaving."
"What time did he arrive and leave?"
"He arrived around two o 'clock and left at two-thirty."
"Was there anything unusual about him at that time?"
Song Hongmian thought about it. "I didn't see anything unusual."
"Did Chen Zihe have lunch with you at noon?"
"No, he ate with a friend."
"Which friend?"
"Da Nei."
"Are you sure?"
"Yes, I asked him about it. He ate at a northeastern restaurant, and the two of them drank wine at noon. I could smell the smell of chives, and he said he ate the San Xian potstickers," Wang Yao said.
"Is this Da Nei's name Xu Youbin?"
"Yes, I think that's the name. I'm old. I wouldn't have remembered it if you hadn't mentioned it."
"As far as you know, has there been any conflict between Chen Zihe and Da Nei?"
"I haven't heard of it. My son is a bit rebellious. He always thinks I'm too nosy and doesn't like to talk to me about these things."
"Other than Da Nei, did your son see anyone else today?"
"Ma Xiaolin. They agreed to have dinner together tonight. They said they were going to eat barbecue. What's so good about that? It's not healthy and expensive."
"Has your son been sick recently?"
"No."
"Has he taken any medicine or health supplements?"
"Yes, my son has been taking cod liver oil, but it's not because he's sick. It's because he often works night shifts. I bought it for him to prevent it."
"Did you buy all the cod liver oil?"
"Yes."
"What brand?"
"An Australian brand called Makew. This brand has been around for many years. It's very good. It's all natural and has almost no side effects."
"Captain Han, are you suspecting that my son was poisoned by the cod liver oil?"
"You don't have to think too much. We're just asking."
Song Hongmian said, "My son has been eating this cod liver oil for two to three years. There's no problem. Besides, if there's a problem with the quality of the fish oil, I wouldn't let my son eat it. Am I right? "
"Yes."
Han Bin picked up the pen on the table and twirled it. "Does Chen Zihe often go to your house?"
"Yes, we're a family. My house is his too. How can we be so clear?"
"You live in Chen Zihe's house too?"
"Of course. When I'm a hundred years old, all the houses will be his … Sigh, what's the point of saying this now?"
"Do you have Chen Zihe's belongings in your house?"
"Yes, quite a lot."
Han Bin nodded. "It's like this, Ms. Song. We've encountered some difficulties in the investigation of the case. We'd like to search for some of Chen Zihe's belongings to see if we can find any clues related to the case. So, we'd like to search your house. "
"Search my house?"
"Yes, didn't you just say that it's also Chen Zihe's house and that there are his belongings in the house?"
Song Hongmian opened her mouth and sighed. "Alright, go ahead and search. My son is gone. What else do I care about?"
"Thank you for your cooperation."
"However, search and evidence collection are two separate matters. Don't destroy my son's belongings. He's already gone, but he left these things for me. I don't want to lose these things."
"Don't worry. After the investigation, we'll return them to their rightful owners."
Song Hongmian asked, "Captain Han, is there any progress in the investigation of my son's case?"
"There's some progress, but the police have rules. It's not convenient for us to disclose it for now."
"I'm Zihe's mother. You can't even tell me?"
"I'm sorry."
"What about Ma Xiaolin? Did she kill my son?"
"At present, there's no evidence that the murderer is Ma Xiaolin, nor has there been any discovery of her motive."
"Motive?" Song Hongmian muttered as if she thought of something. "I heard from Zihe that he had a personal accident insurance policy with a very high amount. The beneficiary is most likely Ma Xiaolin. Does this count as a motive?"
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