I Sent You to Take the College Entrance Exam, and You Ended Up Solving a Murder Case?! - Chapter 5

Inside the Audi.

Looking at her daughter’s absent-minded appearance in the rearview mirror, Kang Li, the mother, laughed and teased her.

“Feifei, was that boy you often mentioned, your deskmate Chen Mo?”

Wenfei’s face flushed red instantly.

“mom!”

“He looks quite energetic, and he also seems very composed.”

Kang Li nodded in satisfaction and then asked, “By the way, which university in Beijing did he get into? Is it the same one as yours?”

“No.” Wen Fei shook her head and said softly, “He applied to… Jinghua Criminal Police Academy.”

“What?”

The father, Wen Minde, who had been driving silently, suddenly slammed on the brakes.

“What school did he apply to?” Wen Minde turned around, his brows furrowed.

“Jinghua Criminal Police Academy…” Wen Fei was startled by her father’s reaction, and her voice became even softer.

Wen Minde’s face darkened.

“Become a policeman? No way! That profession is too dangerous. Dealing with desperate criminals all day long, who knows when…”

“Old Wen!” Kang Li glared at him, interrupting him.

She turned to look at her daughter, but her expression was completely different.

“What’s wrong with being a policeman? Being a policeman is great! It shows that this kid has a sense of justice and a sense of responsibility!”

“And that’s the Jinghua Criminal Police Academy, the best police academy in the country.”

“Graduation means becoming a government official, a secure job!”

Kang Li became more and more satisfied as she spoke, and patted Wen Fei’s hand.

“Feifei, you have a much better eye than your dad. This kind of boy will definitely be an outstanding person in the future!”

Wen Minde opened his mouth, wanting to refute, but was silenced by a glare from his wife.

He could only sigh helplessly and start the car again.

…

Time flies, and four years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Graduation ceremony of Jinghua Criminal Police Academy.

On the podium, a young man is giving a speech.

It was Chen Mo.

Below the stage, countless eyes were focused on him, some with respect, some with admiration, and some with amazement.

In four years, Chen Mo had become a legend in the college.

His academic performance was ranked first every year.

Combat, shooting, tracking, profiling… all subjects were performed at a top-level standard.

Starting in his junior year, he was granted special permission by his advisor.

As an intern, I assisted the Jinghua City Public Security Bureau in handling cases under the guidance of my mentor.

In just two years, he participated in solving more than a dozen major cases.

This even includes the infamous “Rainy Night Butcher” serial murder case that shocked the entire nation.

At the time, the Jinghua Municipal Public Security Bureau was overwhelmed by this case.

It was precisely because of Chen Mo’s amazing talent.

Only after producing an extremely accurate criminal profiling report were they finally able to identify the real culprit.

Because of this incident, he was awarded a third-class merit citation, an exception to the usual procedure.

His reputation had already spread throughout the Beijing police force.

Upon graduation, I was assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division of the Jinghua Municipal Public Security Bureau.

This is a place that countless police academy students would kill to get into.

They immediately extended an invitation to him, promising him excellent treatment and a high-ranking position.

Everyone assumed he would stay without hesitation.

However, Chen Mo made a decision that shocked everyone.

He declined the invitation from the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau and chose to return to his hometown.

Shucheng.

A little-known second-tier city.

In the supervisor’s office.

The elderly professor, well past sixty, was heartbroken and pointed his finger at him, cursing him.

“Foolish! You’re foolish! Chen Mo! Staying in Jinghua, your future is limitless!”

“Within ten years, you will definitely become one of the brightest new stars in the police force!”

“Go back to that small place, Shucheng? What can you do? You’re wasting your talent!”

Chen Mo simply stood there quietly, letting his mentor vent his anger.

He only spoke softly after his tutor had finished scolding him and gone to get a drink of water.

“Teacher, Uncle Dachuan is getting old, and my younger sister is about to take the college entrance exam. My family needs me.”

“Besides, gold shines wherever it is. I believe that I can do what I want to do in Shucheng just as well.”

Looking into his determined eyes, the old professor finally let out a long sigh.

“You little rascal… never mind, never mind.”

“You’re so determined, I can’t persuade you.”

“Remember, no matter what difficulties you encounter in the future, Jinghua will always be your support!”

After saying goodbye to their beloved teachers, they also hugged and bid farewell to their classmates with whom they had spent four years.

Chen Mo, alone, dragged his suitcase and boarded a flight to Shucheng.

In my mind, a clear stream of data quietly emerged.

[Host: Chen Mo]

Strength: 15 (normal person 10)

Agility: 16 (normal level 10)

[Mental Strength: 18 (normal person: 10)]

[Skills: Master-level hand-to-hand combat, Master-level firearms shooting, Expert-level criminal profiling…]

Four years of systematic training at the academy, coupled with several life-or-death combat experiences, have made his attributes far surpass those of ordinary people.

…

Shucheng International Airport.

Chen Mo hailed a taxi and headed straight for Chenjia Town.

More than an hour later, the familiar streets of the small town came into view.

He got off the bus at the alley entrance, dragging his suitcase, and walked to the familiar iron gate.

He took the key out of his pocket, inserted it into the lock, and turned it gently.

“Squeak—”

The iron gate opened with a click.

“Hey, isn’t this Xiao Mo? You’re back after graduation?”

In the neighboring courtyard, an old man poked his head out and exclaimed in surprise.

It’s my neighbor, Uncle Li.

“Yes, Uncle Li,” Chen Mo replied with a smile.

“Graduated? That’s great! Where are you planning to work?”

“Go back to work in the city.”

As Chen Mo spoke, he took out a cigarette case from his pocket, pulled one out, and handed it over.

Uncle Li happily accepted it, and Chen Mo took out a lighter and went over to light it for him.

“Click”.

Flames rose.

Uncle Li took a deep drag and exhaled a string of smoke rings.

“You’re so kind, coming back to our Shucheng right after graduation.”

“Unlike my son, who insists on staying in the big city, and you can’t see him all year round.”

Chen Mo lit one for himself and took a small puff.

He learned this habit from the veteran criminal investigators at the city bureau. It wasn’t a strong addiction, but it occasionally helped him calm down and concentrate.

He glanced at the closed door in the courtyard and asked, “Uncle Li, where are my uncle and aunt?”

“Oh, those two? They went to the county early this morning, saying they were going to buy you something. They probably won’t be back until the afternoon.”

“Okay, thank you, Uncle Li.”

Chen Mo stubbed out his cigarette and said goodbye to Uncle Li.

He pulled the creaking iron gate shut, locked it from the inside, and then dragged his suitcase into the living room.

The living room was spotless, the tables and chairs were neatly arranged, and the floor was so shiny it reflected light.

Chen Mo felt a warmth in his heart.

During the four years he was away from home, this place was clearly well maintained.

He placed his suitcase in the corner and, instead of unpacking, went straight upstairs to his room.

He took a hot shower to wash away the dust and grime of his journey and changed into a clean set of casual clothes.

As soon as I went downstairs, I heard a familiar “putt-putt-putt” sound coming from outside the courtyard.

It was Uncle Chen Dachuan’s old three-wheeled motorcycle.

Immediately following was Uncle Li’s loud voice and Uncle’s honest laughter.

“Da Chuan, your Xiao Mo is back, she’s inside!”

“Really? This kid, he didn’t even call ahead before he came back!”

Chen Mo opened the living room door and went out.

At the entrance of the courtyard, a man was getting off a tricycle; it was Chen Dachuan.

Beside him, a middle-aged woman carried several plastic bags, her face weathered, but her eyes full of smiles.

It’s Auntie, Shi Xiaoman.

“Uncle, Aunt, I’m back,” Chen Mo called out with a smile.

As soon as Shi Xiaoman saw him, her eyes lit up. She quickly walked over, grabbed his arm, and looked him up and down.

“Oh my, my little Mo! You’re finally back!”

She patted Chen Mo’s strong arm and then touched his face tenderly.

“You’ve lost weight; you must not have been eating properly while you were out.”

Chen Mo smiled helplessly.

He was in college, where the food standards were much higher than outside, so how could he possibly be thin?

“No, Auntie, I’m perfectly healthy.”

“You’re still strong!” Shi Xiaoman glared at him reproachfully.

“Have you had lunch yet? Judging by the time, you probably haven’t eaten.”

“There are airplane meals on the plane.”

“Can that thing fill you up?”

Without saying a word, Shi Xiaoman turned and walked towards the kitchen.

“Wait here, Auntie will make you a bowl of noodles with two poached eggs!”

Watching her busy figure, Chen Mo felt a warm glow in his heart.