Los Angeles Detective

eight pm.

Metzker Bar.

Luke was chatting with a few police officers with a glass of wine.

Luke said, "Jones, is the gray pickup outside your new one?"

"That's right, the latest Dodge RAM1500 has a 6.2-liter Hemi V8 supercharged engine with a maximum power of 712 horsepower. It is matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission. It has an undeniable sense of control and is worth having."

Jones took out the key from his pocket and shook it, "Want to try the car?"

Xiao Hei smiled, "Captain Jones, are you advertising?"

"Yeah, that's what I told you, hurry up and replace your sissy car!"

Xiao Hei "..."

"Ha ha……"

Everyone burst into laughter.

Chen Kelin twitched the corners of his mouth with a half-smile, and walked to Luke's side, "Luke, I want to talk to you."

"Okay." The two walked aside, and Luke asked, "Is it about Olive Browning?"

"Yes." Chen Kelin nodded, "Let's change to a quieter place, and I'll treat you to supper."

"sounds good."

...

One pot beef restaurant.

This is a Chinese restaurant with red lanterns hanging at the entrance, Chinese menus and pictorials posted inside, and the decoration is also Chinese style.

At this time, it was already nine o'clock in the evening, and there were still two tables of customers left in the store.

Chen Kelin and Luke sat on the stall outside the store, when a Chinese waiter came over and asked, "What do you two want to eat?"

Chen Kelin motioned to pass the menu to Luke, "Luke, take a look."

Luke took the menu to check. This is a restaurant that specializes in beef, and said, "Here is your restaurant's signature dish, a pot of beef, a plate of peanuts, and a plate of cucumber."

Luke handed the menu to Chen Kelin again, "Take a look."

Chen Kelin was a little surprised when he heard the standard appetizers ordered by Luke, and said with a smile, "Can you eat preserved eggs?"

"certainly."

The wine was brought by Chen Kelin, who took a bottle of Guojiao 1573 from the trunk of the car.

There were only new guests at their table, and the dishes were served quickly, including three cold dishes and a beef pot.

The pot contained brisket, tendon, tripe, bullwhip, and beef balls, topped with a generous handful of green onions and cilantro.

Luke sniffed the scent. "Looks good."

Chen Kelin introduced, "This store has been in business for decades, and hand-made beef balls are their specialty."

Luke took a piece of bullwhip first, "It tastes good."

Chen Kelin smiled and poured a glass of wine for Luke, "I toast you, thank you for the new clues to the case."

Luke picked up the wine glass, smelled it, and took a sip, "It's the first time I drink Guojiao, and it tastes good."

Chen Kelin put down his wine glass, "I heard that you put two boxes of Wuliangye in the back of your car, is it true?"

"Who told you?" Luke was a little surprised.

Chen Kelin shrugged, "The police department has no secrets."

"This wine is good. I might put a case of Guojiao next time." Luke asked after taking a bite of the dish, "Kelin, you came to me today not just to thank you."

Chen Kelin poured another glass of wine for Luke, and said solemnly, "I want you to take over the kidnapping case of Olive Browning."

Luke asked, "Why?"

"This morning, Director Reid and I met the parents of the kidnapped, because the kidnappers asked for a ransom last time without a problem, and they lost trust in the Second Squadron.

They have learned about your situation and know that you have solved many major cases, and hope that you will take over the investigation. "

Luke was a little surprised. It was the first time that a family member of a victim offered to ask him to handle the case, "There are regulations in the bureau, and there are corresponding arrangements for which department will take over the case. I think it should be considered comprehensively.

The family members of the victim only know some superficial information and are not familiar with the internal affairs of the police station.

Moreover, the Second Squadron had handled the case of Olive Browning before and was more familiar with the case. "

Chen Kelin said helplessly, "You are right.

But the problem now is that the family members of the victim no longer believe in the ability of the Second Squadron to handle the case.

If the Second Squadron continues to investigate the case, they will feel uncomfortable, and the Second Squadron will also feel pressure.

On the contrary, the first squadron can go into battle lightly, and the second squadron will also assist you if necessary. "

Luke said, "I'm still an acting captain.

It's not good to let you, a genuine captain with more senior qualifications, assist me in investigating the case. "

"Some things cannot be seen on the surface. Although your qualifications are still young, your ability is beyond doubt.

You still have a bright future, as long as you make meritorious service, it's only a matter of time before you get promoted.

But I'm... very satisfied with my current position. "Chen Kelin hesitated to speak.

Although Chen Kelin didn't speak clearly, Luke understood what he meant, which should be the so-called 'workplace ceiling'.

Except for a few extremely good Chinese, most Chinese will meet.

Luke picked up the wine glass and clinked glasses with Chen Kelin, "I will seriously consider it."

...

next morning.

Reid talked to Luke formally, hoping that the first squadron could take over the case.

Things have come to this point, and Luke didn't hesitate any longer, agreeing to take over the case of Olive Browning's kidnapping.

He began to understand the situation of the case in many ways.

First, Luke went to the Second Squadron to meet Chen Kelin, asked him about the case, and got the case file.

In the afternoon, Luke invited Olive Browning's parents to the police station to take notes.

A black couple entered the conference room, and Luke stood up and said, "Mr. Browning, Ma'am, I am the captain of the First Squadron of the Robbery and Murder Division, and I am now in charge of investigating the kidnapping of Olive Browning.

I invite you here today to learn more about the case. "

The black husband came over and held Luke's hand, "Hi Captain Lee, I'm George Browning, the father of Olive Browning."

"Please sit down, both of you."

George Browning said, "Captain Li, I have known you for a long time.

Since my daughter's accident, I have been paying attention to the dynamics of the Los Angeles Police Department. I know that you are a very powerful police detective and have solved many major cases. You also rescued the deputy mayor's daughter.

Thank you very much for your willingness to take over my daughter's case and let us see hope again. "

Luke said seriously, "Mr. and Madam Browning, thank you for your trust. I will do my best to investigate the case."

Mrs. Browning choked up, "Thank you, I thank you for Olive."

Luke nodded and said, "I want to know about the process of Olive Browning's disappearance. It's very important. The more details the better."

George Browning recalled for a moment and said, "It was the night of July 9th. Olive's classmate celebrated her birthday. She went to her classmate's house to attend a party. It was agreed that the party would end at ten o'clock, and I would go to her classmate's house to pick her up." she.

But at 9:10 in the evening, Olive called and told my wife to pick her up.

My wife was in the bathroom and I answered the phone. I asked her what happened and she wouldn't tell.

I realized at the time that the situation was wrong, because we had made an appointment before, and I was going to pick her up from my classmate's house, but now not only was it ahead of schedule, but her mother was also asked to pick her up, which is very abnormal.

I asked her if she was in danger? Is there anyone nearby?

She said no and hung up the phone. "George Browning sighed, with a painful expression on his face, "My wife and I drove to her classmate's house immediately, but when we got there, we didn't find her.

Classmates at the party said they saw her go out on the phone, and no one saw her since. "

"It just happened without warning, my wife and I were in a panic, and just as we were about to mobilize people to search for it, my cell phone rang and it was my daughter's number.

I answered the phone, and it was not my daughter who spoke, but a man's voice.

He said that Olive was in his hands, don't call the police, and don't tell others, otherwise he will tear up the ticket directly.

Then, let me prepare one million dollars, and wait for his call, as long as I get the money, I will release him.

After that, I hung up the phone. "

"One million cash is not a small amount, can you afford this money?"

"I run a freight company, and the economic situation is not bad. I can make up the money in two days."

"When did you call the police?"

"On the matter of reporting to the police, my wife and I had a disagreement. She was worried about her daughter's safety and wanted to pay a ransom to save her life.

And I'm worried that the kidnapper's words don't count, and they will still tear up the ticket after collecting the money, so I am more inclined to call the police.

In the end, our husband and wife compromised with each other, and while raising money, we secretly called the police.

The second squadron of the Robbery and Murder Division is responsible for the investigation of the case.

The next morning, the robbers called on a disposable cell phone and asked my wife to drop one million cash in Sokri Park at 10pm and only allow her to go alone.

I followed Captain Chen's instructions and asked my daughter to answer the phone. I heard my daughter calling for help, and that was the last time I heard her voice.

After Captain Chen knew about the situation, he began to deploy surveillance in Sokri Park in advance.

My wife also followed the robbers' instructions to pay the ransom, but the robbers never took the money, and there was no news of my daughter.

I still don't understand why things become like this? "

Luke asked, "Did you hear from the robbers again during this time?"

"No. We always thought Olive... was murdered.

Thank you for bringing another message from Olive.

I know she's probably in a bad situation right now, but at least she's alive. "

Mrs. Browning sobbed softly, "Captain Li, please save my daughter, you are our last hope...

I beg you. "

"I'll do my best." Luke asked a few more questions and sent the couple off in person.

Through the transcripts for the Browning couple, as well as Chen Kelin's description and files, Luke has a general understanding of the kidnapping of Olive Browning.

After the No. 2 Squadron received the alarm, it began to secretly investigate the kidnapping of Olive Browning, and also made notes for those who attended the party that day.

According to the classmates who attended the party that night, they did see Olive Browning leaving the party in a panic, but they didn't know why she left.

The No. 2 Squadron made notes for those who attended the party, and no suspicious persons were found.

As for the suspect who did not come to get the ransom after asking for the ransom, the police have never found out the reason.

Disposable mobile phones also cannot find out the user's identity.

Eventually, all leads fell apart and it became an unsolved case until a squadron spotted Olive Browning on a pornographic video.

After Luke learned about the case, he combined the three people's descriptions and files, and found nothing suspicious. The Second Squadron had checked everything that should be checked, and it would take time and effort to check again. Check properly.

Therefore, Luke focused his investigation on the pornographic video, in which the man wore a mask and the girl's face was clearly visible.

There were three girls in those pornographic videos. Except for Olive Browning, the identities of the other two girls have not been clarified. Luke guessed that the two girls might also be missing persons.

It is likely that the three girls were kidnapped and held hostage by the same gang. Finding out the situation of the other two girls will also help the investigation of the case.

After Luke arranged the task, a squadron split up to investigate.

Soon, the police found out the identity of another girl through the comparison of the face database.

Name, Tayana Haney

age, 11

skin color, white

Residence, Los Angeles, 128 Verge Community

Time of disappearance, June 5, 2022 (already found, case withdrawn)

The Whistleblower, Connor Haney (father-daughter relationship)

Seeing this information, Luke was pleasantly surprised. This girl has been found, and maybe she can provide some valuable clues.

...

half an hour later.

128 N. Virge Community.

Luke and Jenny got out of the car one after the other. The reason why they took Jenny to investigate was because it would be more appropriate to have a female police officer on this occasion.

There was another car parked not far away, and Xiao Hei and Jackson sat in the car and watched.

After finding Tayana Hanni's information, Luke couldn't help but wonder why Tayana Hanni was able to return home safely?

It is precisely for this reason that Luke is a little more vigilant.

"Boom..." Jenny knocked on the door.

After a while, the door opened, and a middle-aged Caucasian woman stood at the door, "What do you want?"

Jenny asked, "Excuse me, is this Tayana Haney's house?"

"Yes, who are you?"

Jenny flashed her police badge, "lapd, we want to know about Tayana Hanni's situation."

"Understand what? I don't understand."

"What's your relationship with Tayana Haney?"

"I am her mother."

"As far as we know, Tayana Hani was missing in June, and we are here to verify the situation."

"Oh, it was just a misunderstanding, the child played a prank and then she came back by herself. We have educated her and it will not happen again in the future."

Luke asked, "Did your daughter come back by herself?"

"Yes."

"Do you remember the specific time of disappearance and time of return?"

"It's been a few months, I don't remember exactly, maybe three or four days."

"Did Tayana Hanny tell you what happened to you while you were away?"

"In fact, the matter is very simple. She felt that my husband and I preferred my younger sister, so she ran away from home in a fit of anger. Later, she ran out of pocket money and came back by herself.

She herself had nothing to do, but the whole family was worried about her. "

"Is Tayana Haney home? I want to talk to her."

"She went to play at a friend's house and hasn't come back yet."

"Ma'am, we'd like to speak to her in person."

"Sorry, although my daughter is back, it's not a good memory.

I don't want her to have similar thoughts anymore, so please leave.

Thank you for your concern for my daughter, she is fine now. "After the woman finished speaking, she directly closed the door.

Faced with this situation, Jenny was a little confused, "Captain, what should we do now?"

"Let's go first." Luke and the two got into the car and drove away from the Verge community.

Not far away, Xiao Hei has been observing the situation here, took out the walkie-talkie and asked, "Captain, what happened?"

"Tayana Hani's mother was home and she had no clues of value and did not want us to see her daughter.

You continue to watch around, confirm Tayana Hanni's situation, and report to me in time. "

"Yes, sir."

Luke recalled the conversation just now, and could feel that the woman was hiding something.

What is the other party hiding, does he know that his daughter has shot a pornographic video?

Is Tayana Haney really back safe and sound?

If she really came back, why would the kidnappers let her go?

Doubts came to mind one by one.