Gene Fusion System: Crime Hunter-Chapter 538 - 265: The 3rd Missing Person

Chapter 538: Chapter 265: The 3rd Missing Person
After reaching the ventilation duct, Luo Fei and Zhao Donglai leaned against the entrance, one on each side.
The space inside wasn’t very large, making it somewhat inconvenient for two people to crawl inside together.
So Zhao Donglai decided to act separately from Luo Fei.
One of them went inside, while the other kept watch outside.
The space inside the duct was quite stuffy. Although it was a vent, since it generally didn’t extract air, there was no air circulation in this area.
Mostly, it relied on an external exhaust fan functioning, so the air here was not flowing freely.
However, within this oppressive space, Luo Fei could detect a faint scent of blood; there was no doubt about it.
The mysterious adept had abducted the person from right here!
After shining his phone’s light and fumbling inside for a few steps, Luo Fei suddenly noticed some congealed bloodstains in the corner, which seemed to have dripped from Liang Deng.
Further ahead, it became brighter, suggesting he was nearing the exit.
There were basically no clues to be found here; the perpetrator likely took Liang Deng and fled through this route. This explained why there was no trace of them on external cameras.
But this was the third floor. To take someone out through a vent, acting alone—truly, it was a feat of great skill and daring.
One had to admit that this time, they were indeed up against a master.
Returning to the entrance, Zhao Donglai was still fixated on the marks left by the break-in with a blank stare.
"What’s the matter, Captain Zhao?"
"To sneak into a hotel, then silently abduct someone from the restroom, what kind of enemies have the employees of Wenshan Six Mines made?"
Zhao Donglai was continuously in shock.
Over the past year or so, he had witnessed Luo Fei’s extraordinary abilities, solving countless cases single-handedly, not to mention demonstrating incredible proficiency across various fields.
Especially in action, he was decisive and fierce!
But this time, the mysterious figure had raised Zhao Donglai’s vigilance, feeling that only Luo Fei could subdue him.
The difficulty of the case had increased yet again...
It’s one thing if there are no clues or hints, but the real trouble is dealing with someone formidable. Even if they meet face-to-face later, they might suffer a loss.
"Hmph, I fear the grudge might not lie with these employees but with Manager Jiang Yanbo."
"Captain Zhao, don’t you find Director Zheng’s opinion of this person quite odd?"
Luo Fei’s sudden reminder caught Zhao Donglai’s attention.
He then recalled Zheng Changjun’s story about his old friend in the office, a man who secured his position as a mine manager through his own merit and held it for over twenty years while maintaining his reputation until retirement.
Such a formidable figure was seen by Zheng Changjun as having mixed merits and demerits, with perhaps some ineffable secrets.
"Now that you mention it, there indeed seems to be a problem."
"It’s hard for someone who climbed to such heights not to have blood on their hands or be tainted. It seems Director Zheng already knows something about Jiang Yanbo, or at least has suspicions."
Luo Fei nodded.
This analysis matched Director Zheng’s last-minute instructions to them.
No matter the outcome, they had to give the other party a fair explanation.
That meant when the truth of the case was revealed, prosecution and punishment wouldn’t be an issue; it was what he deserved.
"Exactly, since the director has already spoken, we might as well go see the soon-to-retire mine manager and check if he holds any undisclosed secrets."
"If there are any hidden stories involving Feng Jianyi, Liang Deng, we might find some clues, otherwise, the next victim could appear."
"Hmm."
The two came to an agreement and then left the hotel, heading straight to Jiang Yanbo’s residence.
Although their suspicion of Jiang Yanbo was still in its early stages, he would undoubtedly provide some clues.
Even if it was merely admitting to past mistakes.
At the very least, it would provide Luo Fei and his team with a direction for their investigation. Currently, in regard to the disappearances of Feng Jianyi and Liang Deng, they were utterly at a loss. The mysterious person left no identity clues when abducting these two related to Wenshan Six Mines.
To prevent further miners from getting involved, they must act swiftly!
On the way to Jiang Yanbo’s residence, Luo Fei received a message from the team.
"Leader, we’ve checked the mysterious person’s identity features, but nothing is clear, he was thoroughly covered up, leaving his true identity indiscernible."
"Alright."
Luo Fei took a deep breath, a trace of helplessness in his eyes.
It seemed the opponent had everything planned from the start, leaving no chance for them, apart from a shadowy figure, there were no flaws.
"No worries, we’re not completely out of options yet."
Zhao Donglai said from the side.
"As long as Jiang Yanbo cooperates with the investigation, we can still gather intelligence. Even if he’s reluctant to discuss his past, the issues of Feng Jianyi and Liang Deng must be addressed."
"Let’s hope so..."
Listening to Zhao Donglai’s reassurance, Luo Fei felt the case seemed more peculiar but could not pinpoint the source.
Was it Jiang Yanbo’s past transgressions or debts?
Or was it something secretly orchestrated by Feng Jianyi and Liang Deng?
After all, such lucrative operations at the mine often saw officers and leaders colluding frequently, though since it was merely profiteering, it generally didn’t have a significant impact, unless it involved a murder case!
At this thought, Luo Fei had some plans forming in his mind.
Upon arriving at Jiang Yanbo’s residence, Luo Fei and Zhao Donglai met the old mine manager, who was already in his sixties.