Chapter 7 — After My Brother Passed Away, I Received a Mysterious Text Message

That phone call was like a bomb exploding in the quiet room. The surprise on Comrade Ly's face could not be hidden at all. He looked at me. Looked again at Truong Vien standing next to him. Truong Vien's face darkened. His eyes were filled with murderous intent, making my whole body cold. That's not the look a police officer should have. It's the eyes of a criminal when the plot is exposed. The phone was hung up. But the words just now still linger in the air.

"Truong Vien is So Minh's man."

Truong Vien rushed forward. Raised his hand to steal my phone.

"Who are you contacting?!"

His voice was both urgent and fierce.

"Give me the phone!"

I instinctively backed away. Tighten the phone behind your back.

"Stop!"

Comrade Ly finally reacted in time. He immediately took a step sideways. Between me and Truong Vien. It's a very clear protective posture. Subconsciously. He stood on the side of those who needed protection.

"Captain Truong, please calm down."

Comrade Ly's voice clearly showed tension.

"Maybe this is just a joke to confuse the investigation process."

Truong Vien glared at me fiercely. The chest rose and fell violently.

"Since she reported the case, there have been problems."

"Now this phone call comes out again."

"You think that's a coincidence?"

He pointed straight at me.

"She definitely has problems!"

I looked at him. Forcing himself to face those murderous eyes. I can't be afraid. I am the only witness. Also the only variable.

"What's my problem?"

I opened my mouth. His voice trembled with tension. But still sharp to the end.

"I'm just a sister who just lost her brother."

"I just want to know the truth."

"I don't know who is calling."

"I don't know if what he said is true or not."

"But I know your reaction is very unusual."

"Why are you so excited?"

"Or..."

I looked straight into his eyes.

"...he was right?"

That sentence was like a needle piercing Truong Vien's weakest point. He wanted to rush in again. But was stopped by comrade Ly.

"Captain Truong!"

This time his voice was much sterner.

"Pay attention to your identity!"

That statement finally worked. Truong Vien stopped. But the gloom in his eyes had almost turned into reality. He laughed coldly.

"Very good."

"Chu Tinh."

"You won't cooperate."

"So let's just follow the correct procedure."

He turned around. Go straight towards the office.

"Your brother's computer is important evidence."

"Now we will bring back the technical team to check."

I clenched my fists. Finally understood. This is his true purpose. No matter what happens. He also had to get that computer. Because inside... It's storing evidence that could make So Minh's body paralyzed.

"Impossible!"

I rushed forward. Put both hands in front of the office door.

"You can't take it away!"

"That's the last thing my brother left behind!"

I started playing the role of a family member who is losing control of her emotions. This is the only weapon I still have.

"Chu Tinh, please cooperate with the investigation agency."

Truong Vien's voice became cold and official.

"Obstructing people on duty will have consequences very serious."

"How can I know if it's accidentally broken after you guys take it away?"

"How do I know if the data inside has been deleted or not?"

"How do I know if you guys are really investigating the case, or are you helping the perpetrator destroy evidence?"

My constant series of questions made Comrade Ly's face change. He was starting to get really suspicious. A normal criminal squad leader, when faced with a situation like this, should have had his first reaction to reassure the victim's family and explain the working process. Not like Truong Vien. Full of attack. Just want to get the evidence immediately.

"What nonsense are you talking about!"

Truong Vien roared.

"Then you should call your superiors now."

I looked straight at him. Say every word.

"I request that another police officer be present."

"I want someone other than Truong to be in charge of this."

"Before the new person in charge gets here, no one can touch my brother's computer."

The whole room fell into silence. My request is like pushing Truong Vien into a corner. If he refuses. It means he is guilty. If he agrees. He also couldn't be sure whether the person sent was one of his own or not. I cornered him. Comrade Ly stood between the two people. Forehead is covered with sweat. He is just an ordinary area police officer. While Truong Vien is the captain of the city's criminal squad. Clamped between the two sides. Going forward is difficult, going back is also difficult. Right at that moment. Truong Vien suddenly laughed. The cold smile made my scalp numb.