Los Angeles Legendary Sleuth

Once Darcy was poisoned by the Veson brand mineral water, the police would trace it back to Shanyuan Supermarket, mistaking that he had bought the poisoned mineral water there himself.

They would consider Darcy a random victim of the poisoning case.

In this way, Markway could smoothly escape the police investigation."

Xiao Hei lamented, "This guy is really ruthless. To kill one Darcy, he ended up killing four others, including a twelve-year-old boy.

He must be sentenced to death. Such a person is too terrifying."

Susan asked, "What about his motive for the crime?"

"Darcy made a name for himself and was invited to appear on television. He was on the verge of skyrocketing to fame.

Darcy wanted to ditch Markway, his agent, and the two had a conflict over interests.

Markway is homosexual, and Darcy might have provoked him with his words, making it even more unbearable for him.

Struck by both his interests and his pride, Markway got so furious that he chose to poison Darcy.

As for the matter of purchasing poison online, everyone knows about that, so I won't go into detail."

Susan flipped through the files and sighed, "This case involves multiple victims, and with Markway refusing to confess, we need to prepare for the trial.

We must gather as many clues and evidence about the case as possible. There's a lot of work ahead for everyone."

The deputy chief chuckled, "I bet Reid is going to complain about the budget again when he sees us."

Susan took off her glasses, "Then you find a way to make Markway confess."

"I'll try my best. I'll give it a shot."

"Good, let's stop here for now." Susan stood up, "Luke, come to my office."

...

The two entered the captain's office one after the other.

Susan gestured for Luke to sit down on the chair opposite her.

"Captain, did you need me for something?"

Susan, seated across the table, didn't speak immediately but took a sip of her coffee, "I'm going to be transferred."

Luke was somewhat surprised. Although he knew he was up for promotion, there were three squads in the Robbery and Murder Department, and it wasn't certain that Luke would have to succeed as the captain of Squad One.

"Where are you transferring to?"

"The General Bureau's Internal Affairs Department."

"You are being promoted, congratulations."

Susan previously worked in the Detective Bureau's Internal Affairs Department.

"Thank you."

"But why are you moving back to Internal Affairs?"

"Actually, before coming to the Robbery and Murder Department, I was supposed to transfer to the General Bureau's Internal Affairs Department, but there was an unexpected issue..."

"What issue? Was there a problem within the Robbery and Murder Department?"

"No, I had a personal issue." Susan hesitated, then spread her hands, "Actually, there's nothing I can't talk about.

It has to do with my son.

My son was also a police officer.

He violated some of the department's regulations. I could have helped him if I wanted to.

But I didn't do that... He was dismissed from the police force.

Because of this matter, our relationship became very tense.

He felt that I was too rigid, too doctrinaire, always talking about regulations, and completely failing to understand the difficulties of frontline officers dealing with suspects." Susan sighed lightly,

"At the time, I didn't think I had done anything wrong.

I acted according to the law and the department's regulations.

My colleagues praised me for being impartial, but I could feel their alienation.

That period made me start to doubt myself...

Later, there happened to be an opportunity when the captain of Squad One in the Robbery and Murder Department was transferred away.

At that time, the investigative style of Squad One was a bit outrageous, known as a thorny division, and Reid wanted someone who could take charge of Squad One and standardize its investigative methods.

So, I was transferred to Squad One.

Now, Squad One has undergone significant changes, and with a standout candidate like you for captain, it's time for me to leave."

Susan said sincerely, "I have recommended you to Reid, and I believe you will do even better than I did."

"Thank you, Captain." Luke showed a grateful expression.

Even if Susan hadn't recommended Luke, Reid might still have let Luke take over as captain, but with Susan's endorsement, it was as good as certain.

In a way, her opinion was very important.

If she didn't think Luke was suitable, then it was very likely that Luke would not be able to take over as captain of Squad One;

if, supposing Reid insisted on Luke's appointment, any problems that arose after Luke took over would be Reid's responsibility to bear.

So, this was the best outcome.

Luke asked in return, "Captain, have you got what you wanted?"

"I guess so." Susan said, "For nearly twenty years, I've been working in Internal Affairs, and although I don't want to admit it, there are many differences between us and rank-and-file officers...

This time, serving as the captain of Squad One in the Robbery and Murder Department, I got the opportunity to further engage with suspects and truly experience the difficulties faced by frontline officers in handling cases.

I knew about these difficulties before, but knowing and experiencing them feels different.

This period of work has been very important to me; it has given me the confidence to approach the work in Internal Affairs with a better attitude and a more comprehensive perspective."

Luke asked with a smile, "If I make a mistake in the future, will you cover for me?"

Susan paused for a moment, "Make fewer mistakes."

"Thank you."

Luke was quite satisfied with this response.

...

Eight o'clock in the evening.

Mezque Bar.

"Cheers." The investigation of the case had come to a pause, and everyone gathered at the bar to relax.

In addition to the few from Squad One, Luke also called David over.

After putting down his glass, David asked, "I heard you guys caught that poisoner bastard?"