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Chapter 121: The Steed

The victim appeared to be in her early thirties, with a sweet face and dressed appropriately. The half-exposed arm was pale, as if whitened like a peeled radish.

Jiang Yuan noticed her anxious expression and guessed that her case might not be too serious.

He had seen quite a few victims by now, and when it came down to a homicide, their expressions were always of sadness, numbness, and despair, seeking punishment for the offender as a way to regain their lost happiness.

On the contrary, victims who appeared very anxious usually were involved in cases that the detectives were not too worried about.

Of course, the two colleagues from the Image Investigation who were present seemed anxious. If it weren't for his newly acquired skill, Jiang Yuan might have been more likely to put down the egg and leave.

"Have a red egg, take a smoke," Jiang Yuan said with a cheerful approach, extending the basket.