Diary of a Criminal Investigator

Chapter 735: Chapter 735: The Racetrack Investigation

Early the next morning.

Lu Chuan got the DNA test report he wanted.

"There are no matching records in the system."

Although the DNA test on the cigarette butt was completed, no matches were found within the public security system.

However, Lu Chuan already had some suspicions.

The cigarette butt found at the scene was carefully examined by Lu Chuan; it was a Heaven and Earth cigarette stub.

This type of cigarette is very expensive, costing 100 yuan per pack; ordinary people wouldn’t smoke such cigarettes.

After some thought, Lu Chuan returned to his office and called Lu Yao.

"Third Brother?"

"Chuan? What’s up?"

At this moment, Lu Yao was tuning a race car at the race track.

According to annual tradition, a few races are scheduled at the track after the Spring Festival.

Lu Yao had been busy with this recently.

In fact, among this group of second-generation rich kids, there are few who foolishly flaunt their wealth.

As for those ridiculous stories of grabbing women, they don’t happen either.

The law doesn’t care whether you’re rich or not.

Besides, with money, what kind of girl can’t you find?

In the past, one might blindly study models or celebrities.

Now, with streamers and short videos, there’s a variety to choose from.

Lu Chuan has been a criminal policeman for over two years now and hasn’t encountered a case involving a second-generation rich criminal yet.

"Third Brother, I want to ask you something. Do you know anyone at the Tang Group?"

Tang Group?

"Of course, I know them. I bought several supercars from them. Why? You looking to buy a car?"

"No, I recently came across a case involving the Tang Group. I’d like your help to arrange a meeting with someone in charge over there."

"Well... I probably can’t get Tang Guojin, but how about this: his son, Tang Hao, is coming to race here this afternoon. You want to meet him?"

"This afternoon? What time?"

"At one-thirty."

"Alright, Third Brother, I’ll be there in the afternoon."

After hanging up, Lu Chuan leaned back in his chair.

He didn’t rashly go to investigate the Tang Group.

For one, Tang Guojin, being the head of the Tang Group, isn’t someone you meet on a whim.

With his status, even if I’m a captain from the High-tech Zone’s Criminal Investigation Team or a head of the Criminal Investigation Team, I’d still need an appointment to meet him.

The Tang Group is a major player in Haizhou City and also a significant taxpayer.

Tang Guojin himself holds a high status in Haizhou City.

He’s someone who can converse with decision-makers in Haizhou City.

The fingerprints of him and Li Manyu being on those 3 million is another matter.

Considering their wealth, even if they said they just threw the money away, then what?

For someone like Tang Guojin, tossing away 3 million is like an ordinary person tossing away 30 cents.

However, Lu Chuan felt things definitely weren’t that simple.

No matter how wealthy the Tang Group is, they wouldn’t casually throw 3 million into an empty house on Old Street.

Something must have happened here.

The Race Track.

Lu Yao looked at the two sturdy men following behind Tang Hao, his eyes filled with surprise.

"Damn, where did you get these bodyguards? So impressive!"

Tang Hao waved his hand: "I don’t know either; my dad arranged them."

"Come on, everyone here playing around is worth millions. Who can’t afford a couple of bodyguards? Just have them wait over there."

Tang Hao, however, shook his head: "It’s real business, not for show. Besides, they won’t listen to me. Let’s just carry on as if they aren’t here."

Lu Yao thought for a moment but didn’t insist.

He could tell at a glance that the two were likely ex-military.

"Alright, let’s grab some food first. I’ll introduce you to a friend this afternoon."

Tang Hao’s eyes lit up: "Damn! Is there a girl?"

"Get lost, who said anything about girls? It’s my little brother..."

In the afternoon, Lu Chuan arrived promptly at Lu Yao’s race track.

"Chuan, over here!"

Lu Yao spotted Lu Chuan from afar.

Lu Chuan hadn’t come in a police car but had gone home to get his sports car instead.

After all, the race was being held there that afternoon.

Lu Chuan came to get an understanding and to better fit in with the crowd.

"Chuan, let me introduce you. This is Tang Hao from the Tang Group."

"Haozi, this is my cousin Lu Chuan. Unlike us, he works in the system as the captain of the Criminal Investigation Team, with over a dozen commendations!"

During lunch, Tang Hao had heard from Lu Yao that he’d introduce him to a friend.

Originally, he thought it was some rich kid from a consortium or company.

He didn’t expect it to be Lu Yao’s cousin, who’s the captain of the Investigation Team.

"Tang Hao, nice to meet you, Lu Chuan."

"Captain Lu! Nice to meet you, Tang Hao!"

The two shook hands, marking their acquaintance.

"Captain Lu, I’m a straightforward person. Do you have something on your mind?"

Tang Hao wasn’t dumb.

Lu Chuan reaching out through Lu Yao meant it wasn’t about racing.

Considering his police identity, it must be something else.

Lu Chuan naturally didn’t hide anything at this point.

"There is indeed something. Let’s talk inside."

You may not trust the integrity of second-generation rich kids, but don’t underestimate their intelligence.

After all, just from the money-making perspective, with parents as capable as theirs, how far off could their children be?

But most of the time, when money can solve problems, there’s no need for these people to rack their brains.

"Tang Hao, recently while the High-tech Zone’s Criminal Investigation Team was investigating a theft case, they discovered a clue."

"In an old house on Old Street in the South Suburb, they found 3 million yuan in cash."

As Lu Chuan spoke, he carefully observed Tang Hao’s expression.

However, the other party remained mostly shocked and didn’t show any obvious expressions.

Lu Chuan continued: "Given the large amount, we took it seriously and examined the travel bag containing the cash and the fingerprints on it."

"We found... your father’s and mother’s fingerprints on it."

It wasn’t until this moment that Lu Chuan saw a flicker in Tang Hao’s eyes.

But the other party didn’t say anything directly.

Instead, he took out a pack of cigarettes.

Pulling one out, he offered it to Lu Chuan: "Captain Lu, do you smoke?"

Lu Chuan accepted the Heaven and Earth cigarette Tang Hao offered him, realizing who had left the cigarette butt at the old house.

It turns out, the one who delivered the money was Tang Hao.

"That bag of money... was it you who delivered it?"

Tang Hao looked up, puzzled at Lu Chuan.

Lu Chuan lit his lighter, holding it out to Tang Hao.

The other party lightly cupped his hands and leaned over.

After lighting his own, Lu Chuan said: "We found three cigarette butts at the scene; they were all Heaven and Earth cigarettes just like the one you’re smoking."

"A lot of people smoke Heaven and Earth, don’t they?"

"Sure, but the travel bag has your father’s and mother’s fingerprints, which means they packed the money."

Tang Hao chuckled: "Can’t it be that my dad delivered it himself?"