Chapter Nineteen: Master, This Case Is Not Suited for You

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“That girl is really impressive!”
This was the unanimous assessment of the Third Squad regarding Qu Tuotuo.
Well, excluding Yu Dazhang.
Only he had witnessed Qu Tuotuo holding a gun to confront kidnappers.
Compared to that incident, subduing a female suspect was just a minor event.
This time, the police-civilian cooperation was harmonious and successful, at least from Yu Dazhang’s perspective.
After exchanging polite words with the Third Squad members, Qu Tuotuo and Su Mi returned to the car.
“What exactly are you thinking?” Su Mi rested one hand on the steering wheel and turned to stare at Qu Tuotuo.
“Don’t tell me you’ve taken a liking to him.”
In her eyes, Qu Tuotuo and Yu Dazhang belonged to completely different worlds.
One was a privileged and proud young lady from a distinguished family; the other, a chubby, unremarkable police officer.
No matter how you looked at it, these two shouldn’t have any connection.
Even if some strange encounter occurred, Qu Tuotuo should be the one pursued.
But judging from earlier, it seemed Qu Tuotuo was the one taking the initiative.
“Don’t you think he’s cute?” Qu Tuotuo asked with a smile.
“Cute?” Su Mi doubted if her close friend had lost her mind, her expression pained as if with a toothache, and she couldn’t help but remind her:
“With that pig-like appearance, where do you see the cuteness? You’re Qu Tuotuo, you’ve got countless wealthy young heirs vying for you; any one of them would be better than him.”
Before Qu Tuotuo went abroad, Su Mi had witnessed how many rich heirs chased after her friend.
It was a lie to say she wasn’t jealous—what girl doesn’t want to be adored like a star?
But Qu Tuotuo was the exception, as if no man caught her eye at all.
Su Mi even wondered if she was pretending—facing so many excellent young men, she really didn’t fancy a single one?
But then… Qu Tuotuo left for overseas without a trace of hesitation.
Not only Su Mi was dumbfounded, but so were those rich heirs who had fervently pursued Qu Tuotuo.
They had never seen a woman be so straightforward.
They thought Qu Tuotuo was teasing them, but it turned out she simply didn’t regard them as worthy.
“Answer me!”
Seeing Qu Tuotuo remain silent, Su Mi grew anxious and raised her voice a bit.
Before, she was jealous; now, she genuinely worried for Qu Tuotuo.
“To be honest, although I’ve never been in a relationship, sometimes I do take a second look at handsome guys.”
Qu Tuotuo spoke slowly:
“I used to think I was a fan of appearances, but recently I realized, when you meet the right person, looks aren’t that important.”
“Well, you still shouldn’t choose someone so fat!” Su Mi’s hair almost stood on end with anger.
“Fat is fat,” Qu Tuotuo said lightly, a smile crossing her face as if recalling something:
“But I think the sly charm beneath that goofy exterior is quite endearing.”
Su Mi looked at her speechless:
“Tuotuo, that’s just perverted.”

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The next day, at the Criminal Investigation Third Squad.
The atmosphere inside was relaxed and cheerful.
Thanks to the success of yesterday’s operation, the theft ring had finally been wiped out.
All the main suspects along the criminal chain were arrested, and the stolen goods recovered smoothly.
The heavy burden weighing on the Third Squad had finally been lifted, allowing them a period of peace.
“Old Lu, you’re buying dinner tonight!” Captain Zhang Dong initiated the cheer.
Everyone immediately agreed:
“That’s right, tonight calls for a celebration.”
“Old Lu, since you led the case, the credit goes to you.”
“Yeah, Old Lu, consider this a celebration from your brothers.”
Seeing the team’s enthusiasm and with Captain Zhang Dong leading, Lu Zhongxin couldn’t dampen their spirits, so he smiled and agreed:
“Alright, I’ll host tonight. Everyone eat and drink to your heart’s content.”
The team cheered loudly, the atmosphere heating up.
The dinner lasted until the early morning, and Lu Zhongxin got drunk.
Yu Dazhang, as his apprentice, took the initiative to escort his master home.
After getting out of the taxi, he supported Lu Zhongxin up the stairs. Once inside, he fished out the keys from his master’s pocket and opened the door.
He knew that since Lu Zhongxin’s divorce, he had been living alone.
Being a criminal police officer had its downsides—when cases came up, there was nonstop overtime, often days without going home.
Unless the marriage was exceptionally strong, it was tough to maintain.
How many women could endure often being alone?
This was one of the reasons Lu Zhongxin chose not to remarry after his divorce.
After settling his master onto the sofa, Yu Dazhang went to the kitchen to boil water.
He intended to use the electric kettle, but a glance around the living room told him his master probably didn’t have one.
“Dazhang, don’t bother. Come over here and talk to me.” Lu Zhongxin slurred.
“I’m coming.”
Yu Dazhang returned to the living room and sat on the sofa diagonally across from Lu Zhongxin.
“Dazhang, by the day after tomorrow at the latest, I’ll be transferring to the First Squad. I want to take you with me. Are you willing to follow me?”
“So sudden?”
Yu Dazhang recalled that in the previous life, when Lu Zhongxin transferred to the First Squad, he had already been in the Criminal Investigation Squad for a year.
Why was it happening earlier this time?
And back then, Lu Zhongxin went alone—he didn’t bring anyone.
But perhaps it was for the better.
If his master went earlier this time, maybe that incident wouldn’t happen.
“This has been decided for a while now. We were just waiting for the theft case to finish,” Lu Zhongxin said, still slightly drunk.
Yu Dazhang thought for a moment and asked:
“Of course I want to follow you, but will the captain agree?”
This was very important. Yu Dazhang didn’t want to offend Captain Zhang Dong just to please his master.
He was new here; wherever he went, it was the same, but he couldn’t afford to make enemies.
He still had to make a name for himself in this area; he couldn’t be a laughingstock.
“Don’t worry,” Lu Zhongxin patted Yu Dazhang’s thigh:
“I’ve thought of everything. I’ve already talked to Captain Zhang. Otherwise, why do you think he made such a fuss today, telling me to treat everyone? Plus, the First Squad specifically requested you. They’re even willing to trade two rookies for you.”
That explained it... Yu Dazhang was relieved.
“Alright, I’ll follow you to the First Squad.”

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The next afternoon, Yu Dazhang received notice of his transfer to the First Squad.
Though it seemed like a transfer, it was really just moving through the door next door.
The two squads were adjacent, only their cases differed.
Yu Dazhang knew Lu Zhongxin’s purpose for moving to the First Squad this time. His rank and years of service qualified him; now all he needed were achievements.
To be promoted to captain, no one would respect you without results.
Where were cases most likely to yield results? Of course, the First Squad, which handled the most serious crimes.
On the surface, it was an ordinary transfer; in reality, it was a leadership-arranged opportunity to shine.
Of course, this was the fruit of Lu Zhongxin’s steady efforts.
If hard workers weren’t promoted, who would keep putting their lives on the line?
The master and apprentice were warmly welcomed upon arrival at the First Squad.
Captain Wei Qian especially brightened when he saw Yu Dazhang walk in.
“Welcome, welcome,” Wei Qian warmly ushered them inside:
“Old Lu, you know your way around here, feel free to do as you please. Dazhang, let me introduce you to the team…”
In the following days, Yu Dazhang gradually adapted to the First Squad’s work.
The team took good care of him as a newcomer, rarely having him work overtime and ensuring he had at least one day off per week.
This treatment was largely due to Yu Dazhang’s performance during the kidnapping case.
Wei Qian genuinely feared he couldn’t handle intense workloads and might request a transfer back to the Third Squad.
On the fifth day after Yu Dazhang’s arrival, a homicide occurred within the precinct.
A special task force was established, and the newly transferred Lu Zhongxin was appointed deputy leader.
The leader managed resource allocation, while the deputy handled investigations—an unwritten rule in the criminal police.
Why wasn’t the strongest investigator the leader?
Be realistic—without rank, other departments won’t take you seriously.
Yu Dazhang naturally followed Lu Zhongxin into the task force.
This homicide wasn’t complicated.
Zhang Yan, female, 19 years old, was found dead, with the autopsy indicating death occurred four days prior.
Cause of death: mechanical asphyxiation, with no other injuries.
The crime scene was a residential complex.
According to the homeowner, he didn’t know the victim; the house was rented to a middle-aged man named “Kong Lingjie.”
After the incident, investigators sought Kong Lingjie’s contact information but found his phone turned off.
At present, all clues pointed to Kong Lingjie.
After the case briefing, Yu Dazhang pulled Lu Zhongxin aside.
“Master, trust me—step down from the task force. Don’t touch this case.”
“No way!” Lu Zhongxin immediately grew anxious but kept his voice down:
“I came to the First Squad to handle homicide cases. What’s wrong? Are you scared?”
“It’s not that I’m scared…” Yu Dazhang scratched his head in frustration:
“It’s just this case is too dangerous.”
Lu Zhongxin raised his eyebrows in disbelief, barely recognizing this apprentice.
“You dared to wrestle a gun away empty-handed, and you’re scared of danger?”
Suppressing his anger, he decided to hear Yu Dazhang out.
“Have you figured something out?”
“Well…” Yu Dazhang hesitated: “Not exactly.”
Lu Zhongxin frowned deeply: “That’s enough. We’re criminal police—we deal with danger all the time.”
“But... I’m afraid you might die,” Yu Dazhang stammered, his gaze wavering.
“That’s enough!” Lu Zhongxin scolded: “It hasn’t even started, and you’re already cursing me to get beaten to death by the suspect. Say another word and I’ll kick you.”
With that, he pushed Yu Dazhang aside and strode out.
Yu Dazhang watched his master’s retreating figure, his eye twitching slightly.
Master, in the previous life, you committed suicide.