The amount of money, far exceeding their usual wages, caused the two sheriffs' pupils to contract involuntarily.
Although the two had received related "gifts," their low positions meant they did not wield much power.
In addition, Gu Xinghe's words at this moment were almost straightforward and without any euphemism.
This was indeed something that White and Green found quite rare.
At this moment, the two of them noticed Gu Xinghe's seemingly unintentional actions.
He was adjusting his shirt cuffs slightly, appearing calm and composed even under interrogation.
It was as if they were completely unconcerned about whether they would suffer some kind of unfair treatment next.
But White, noticing Gu Xinghe's hand movements, found his gaze involuntarily following them.
Gu Xinghe was calmly adjusting his cuffs when it appeared that a uniquely styled cufflink had been placed on them.
The patterns on the cufflinks are exquisitely and beautifully designed, like a symbol of some kind of meaning.
After observing for a moment, White finally realized what was happening—
The emblem appears to be the same design printed on a bottle of fine wine that his boss received.
He still remembers how much his superiors cherished that bottle of wine.
He once boasted to everyone present when most of the police department members went to his home for a meal.
After recalling the relevant clues, more information naturally flowed into White's mind—
He then remembered how his superior had been extremely careful not to let anyone touch the wine bottle.
Yet he insisted on carrying that bottle of wine past everyone, making them observe it closely.
White, of course, didn't understand the rarity of fine wines at the time; to him, they were just newcomers brought in to serve as background figures.
But he did remember that, apart from many others who, like him, offered perfunctory praise.
Indeed, a large number of people are envious and jealous of the bottle of wine in their boss's hand.
So he secretly memorized what the bottle of wine looked like.
That's why he found the pattern familiar.
They were also able to realize the meaning behind the emblem on Gu Xinghe's body.
Just as White finally understood the meaning behind Gu Xinghe's current series of actions.
On the other side, they watched Green, who had been assigned by his superiors to work as White's assistant.
His performance was even worse, and his expression was even more eager.
He swallowed hard when he saw Gu Xinghe take out the banknotes and place them on the table.
It seems that he is willing to do whatever Gu Xinghe needs him to do in the future.
But seeing that his boss, White, was still deep in thought, he hesitated to accept the "gift."
He could only stare longingly at White sitting next to him.
At this moment, White, who had sensed Green's gaze, was temporarily ignoring him.
White suddenly realized that they couldn't accept the money Gu Xinghe was offering.
Rose Manor has its own emblem, and Gu Xinghe, who is sitting opposite them, can be considered to be "from a prestigious family".
Whether it's a murder or theft case, such a person seems unlikely to become the culprit.
Even if they were the masterminds behind it all, they would never have done it themselves.
At this moment, White was also relieved that they had not treated Gu Xinghe roughly or subjected him to torture.
Rather, he's more interested in how Gu Xinghe ended up being hired by Phil.
He was also surprised that he had been a companion of the victim in the murder case discovered this morning.
But suddenly, he thought of a reason—
Is it possible that Gu Xinghe, who is standing in front of him now, has taken a liking to that mysterious, never-before-seen genius painter?
In this situation, is it a deliberate attempt to get close in order to please the other party?
From the other party's perspective, it seems not impossible for them to engage in such recreational behavior.
That is precisely why, despite Green's eagerness as a newcomer, the two of them were even less able to accept the money.
Who knows if accepting it will become their "life-saving money" and then bring them retaliation?
However, given that Gu Xinghe is definitely not the final culprit.
White was also relieved that his previous words did not imply any intention to "rescue" him.
Fortunately, the other party's previous request was not related to anyone else.
Because if all else fails, then their police department still has three "criminals" with "conclusive evidence".
Having figured out all the causes and consequences, White first glared at Green, who had been looking expectantly beside him.
Then, seemingly quite firmly, he pushed the money that Gu Xinghe had placed on the table back in front of him.
"Mr. Gu Xinghe is too kind. Your character is so noble."
I certainly believe you are not the mastermind behind these two incidents.
Gu Xinghe had no intention of accepting the money that was being returned.
Although he was previously unhappy about having to spend money to solve the problem.
But aside from his immediate need to escape, he still had something he wanted the two people in front of him to help him with—
"Sheriff White is joking."
In addition, I would like to ask you to take me to see the body of the victim in the murder case that occurred this morning.
Perhaps I can contribute even the smallest bit of my strength to helping you find the killer?
"Just as I said, your noble character fills me with immense respect. Green and I will take you there now."
After saying this, White accepted the money placed on the table without any hesitation.
If he has a legitimate reason to accept it, he naturally won't hesitate or hold back.
Before the inexperienced newcomer Green could even process why White had initially refused the money but then suddenly agreed to accept it.
Gu Xinghe and White have already completed a deal that satisfies both parties.
Perhaps this is because most of the sheriffs have been reassigned to investigate the more widely publicized theft of artworks from the art exhibition.
Or perhaps it's because this place is rarely visited, so there's no need for extra manpower to guard it.
White and Green easily led Gu Xinghe into the morgue.
It's called a morgue, but it's actually just a temporary place to store corpses.
The police department will also arrange for the bodies of players, who are outsiders and whose bodies will not be claimed by anyone, to be burned soon.
White lifted the burlap sack covering the body, and Gu Xinghe could then clearly see the appearance of the deceased's corpse—
It was Qi Kangle, the player who hadn't returned to his hotel room last night.
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