Chapter 41

Inside the coffee shop.

Upon hearing Jin Yunho admit that he was the prosecutor from the TV, Lin Yuer began to act cautiously.

However, Xu Xian, who was angry, turned her face and formally said to Jin Yunho, "Do you have any other matters to discuss? If not, we will take our leave. Sister Yuer, let's go."

After saying this, Xu Xian pulled Lin Yuer, wanting to leave.

She had a very bad impression of Jin Yunho and did not want to deal with him anymore. Regardless of whether Jin Yunho was a prosecutor or not, she only followed her own feelings.

Seeing the two about to leave, Jin Yunho immediately stood up to stop them. He had finally found the right person, and he had not finished asking about the glasses. He would not let them leave.

He frankly revealed his true purpose: "Actually, I am not the brother of the owner, nor am I here to express gratitude. I came... to investigate a case."

Xu Xian pouted, saying nothing, but in her heart, she thought, "Miserly, untrustworthy, and now a liar!"

Lin Yuer's evaluation of Jin Yunho was exactly the same as Xu Xian's. However, out of caution, she still asked Jin Yunho carefully, "Investigate a case? What does this have to do with us? And... weren't you suspended?"

Jin Yunho smiled awkwardly, "Hehe... Yes, I was suspended, but I will continue to investigate this case. I won't let that serial offender get away."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yuer leaned back slightly, asking instinctively, "Serial offender? The reports said it was a simple case of sexual assault?"

Jin Yunho shook his head gently, "The current investigation shows that it is indeed a simple case of sexual assault. However, I found some suspicious points during my investigation. I believe the offender has committed multiple offenses. The glasses you found might be evidence left by another victim!"

"Ah?..." Lin Yuer opened her mouth wide in surprise, then turned to look at Xu Xian.

Xu Xian also lost her intention to leave, turning to ask incredulously, "The glasses I found?"

Jin Yunho nodded, "Yes, it's very likely. Could you tell me where you found the glasses?"

Xu Xian thought for a moment, pursed her lips, and nodded, "The night before last, we went to a barbecue restaurant in Tongque District. Oh, right, you were there too. After we finished eating, Sister Yuer wasn't feeling well..."

At this point, Xu Xian paused slowly, blushing and glancing at Lin Yuer.

"Ahem..." Lin Yuer coughed awkwardly, then hurriedly picked up her coffee and took a sip, her expression and movements very unnatural.

Seeing the two's strange expressions, Jin Yunho was a bit puzzled:

Not feeling well? Is it... her period?

Without letting Jin Yunho wait long, Xu Xian quickly gave the answer: "Because Sister Yuer wasn't feeling well... I... I accompanied her to a side alley to rest. It was in that alley that I found the glasses."

After Xu Xian finished speaking in a broken manner, she immediately lowered her head, picked up her coffee, and drank it all in one go.

"Phew, I lied for Sister Yuer, no need to be nervous, no need to be nervous." After putting down the coffee cup, Xu Xian repeatedly patted her chest, comforting herself.

After listening to Xu Xian's story, Jin Yunho was momentarily stunned.

Your sister! This isn't about her period at all, is it? Clearly, she had drunk too much. And what's so embarrassing about drinking too much that you need to make such a face?

The whole process was actually very simple: Lin Yuer had drunk too much, went to the alley to vomit, and Xu Xian accompanied her, finding the glasses in the alley.

However, due to Xu Xian and Lin Yuer's strange behavior, the complex-minded Jin Yunho took a while to figure it out, feeling both amused and exasperated.

After understanding the whole process, he didn't dwell on Lin Yuer's issue, given the urgency of the situation. Recalling Xu Xian's story, he quickly grasped a key point: Xu Xian found the glasses in an alley.

Another alley! Similar to the location where the offender committed the crime!

He asked urgently, "Do you remember which alley it was?"

Seeing Jin Yunho, who had been speaking calmly, suddenly become agitated and serious, Xu Xian was startled and timidly replied, "I... don't remember clearly, but I can find it."

Jin Yunho clenched his right fist tightly, feeling very excited. He asked Xu Xian excitedly, "Can you take me to that alley?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Xian hesitated. It was already past 10 PM, and she was a bit afraid to go to a dark and deep alley with a stranger.

Jin Yunho noticed Xu Xian's concerns and tried to persuade her, "You may not trust me, but please trust the profession of a prosecutor.

The offender in this case is currently on the run, but the police believe he is only responsible for one case and do not take him seriously enough. However, I know he is likely a serial offender. Allowing such a person to remain at large poses a great danger to society, and more women may fall victim to him.

Additionally, this might be the last case I handle as a prosecutor, and I want to give it a perfect ending.

So, for the safety of other women and as a final request from a soon-to-be-retired prosecutor, please agree to help me."

Jin Yunho, now suspended, could not use official channels and could only try to appeal to Xu Xian's emotions.

"..." Faced with Jin Yunho's request, Xu Xian was torn for a long time.

Participating in the 'serial offender case' and helping Jin Yunho identify the scene was something she instinctively wanted to avoid.

She was not very brave, in fact, she was quite timid. She would scream at the sight of bugs and tremble at scary things.

The same was true when she accompanied Lin Yuer to the hospital. On the surface, she appeared very calm, but inside, she was also afraid of pain and timid. However, she was more aware that illness needed to be treated, and she used her inner principles to convince herself.

She was afraid, afraid that she might also be harmed by the offender. But at the same time, thinking about what Jin Yunho said, she wavered.

After a moment of silence, Xu Xian sighed, then tightly pursed her lips, her cheeks slightly red, and said with a sense of determination, "Alright, I agree to help you!"

She chose to believe Jin Yunho, for the sake of the victimized woman and the safety of other women, she nodded in agreement.

At the same time, her perception of Jin Yunho changed a bit. She thought, "Maybe he's not a good person, but as a prosecutor, he is quite dedicated."

Seeing Xu Xian finally agree, Jin Yunho was delighted, but Lin Yuer was seething with anger.

Through several interactions, Lin Yuer had a very poor impression of Jin Yunho and subconsciously did not believe his words.

While Xu Xian was thinking, Lin Yuer had been trying to signal her with her foot under the table, telling her not to agree to Jin Yunho's unreasonable request. However, Xu Xian, who was deeply in thought, did not receive her 'signal' and actually agreed to Jin Yunho's request.

This made her both angry and helpless.

She was angry at Xu Xian's 'naivety' and helpless because the situation was already decided.

Since Xu Xian had already agreed, she could not persuade her to change her mind. After all, Jin Yunho still held the title of prosecutor, and for an idol like her, it was not wise to offend such a high-ranking official.

"Well, it looks like I have to go with them, to keep an eye on little Xian. I hope that guy just wants her to identify the alley."

Lin Yuer thought to herself, feeling quite helpless.

Jin Yunho, hearing Lin Yuer's request to go along, noticed her wary expression and smiled bitterly.

It seems I've been misunderstood again. This girl is suspicious of my motives.

Jin Yunho shook his head, dispelling these temporary concerns unrelated to the case, and set off with the newly 'armed' Xu Xian and Lin Yuer to the alley Xu Xian mentioned.

His speech earlier had an effect. Now, most of the South Korean public was discussing the prosecutor's shooting incident, criticizing him, and calling for demonstrations and his dismissal by the Supreme Prosecutors' Office.

Although this public attention was not a good thing, the final decision on his punishment was gradually shifting to the hands of the public. Under such public pressure, the Supreme Prosecutors' Office could only follow the public's opinion.

The public currently does not understand the details of the case or the danger posed by the offender, which is why they are so critical of him.

If he can prove the danger of the offender, the situation will change. The public will understand him and, out of guilt, forgive his excessive use of force. At that time, the Supreme Prosecutors' Office will again yield to public opinion and exempt him from punishment.

At this point in his plan, Jin Yunho had no choice but to succeed.

Either he finds evidence tonight to prove that the offender has committed multiple offenses and demonstrate the danger he poses.

Or, he will not only be dismissed but also face severe condemnation from the public. His career and reputation will be ruined.

"Phew, whether I succeed or fail depends on tonight." Jin Yunho took a deep breath, clenched his left fist, and encouraged himself.

The car, carrying the three of them, headed towards the barbecue restaurant from three days ago.

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Second update delivered. The third update will be around 7:30 PM.

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