The bizarre nature of this case far exceeded all their previous experience.
Many people vanished without a trace, as if they had evaporated into thin air.
They searched everywhere, leaving no stone unturned, but no matter how hard they tried, they couldn't find even the slightest trace of value.
This kind of clueless and bewildering situation is something they have encountered in their many years of investigating cases.
This was truly an unprecedented encounter, like an insurmountable chasm standing before them.
These past few days, the two of them have devoted themselves wholeheartedly to this difficult investigation, working tirelessly.
Like tireless hunting dogs, they conducted a thorough, carpet-style investigation of all kinds of people who had recently entered or left the capital.
Whether it's ordinary people busy making a living on the streets or high-ranking officials in the court, or powerful and influential figures.
Or perhaps they were dealing with those merchants who frequented the capital, skilled in calculation and worldly wisdom; they all conducted meticulous and thorough investigations.
They delved into each person's background, traced their family history, and investigated their kinship relationships.
They tracked everyone's movements, from their daily routines.
Every destination and person encountered during each trip was meticulously recorded, leaving no stone unturned in addressing any potential suspicious points.
However, even with their painstaking and meticulous investigation, it was still like searching for a needle in a haystack.
No one was found to be suspicious; everything seemed flawless, yet there was an inexplicable eeriness about it.
In the capital, they traversed almost every inch of the land, turning every possible hiding place upside down.
From seemingly ordinary houses in bustling, lively cities to long-abandoned courtyards in remote, desolate, and overgrown suburbs.
From dark, damp underground chambers filled with the smell of decay, to towering pavilions overlooking the entire capital city.
They searched every corner repeatedly, and no brick or tile escaped their eyes.
Strangely, there was no place that could accommodate so many missing people.
It was as if these people had truly been taken away by a mysterious and powerful force, disappearing completely without leaving a trace.
It was as if they had never existed in this world.
The only places yet to be investigated are the residences of high-ranking officials.
These mansions stood like insurmountable fortresses, blocking their path of investigation.
The mansion's gates were tightly shut, heavily guarded, demonstrating the owner's noble status and inviolability.
Due to the complex power dynamics between the other party in the court and the established rules of officialdom.
Even though they were extremely anxious, like ants on a hot pan, they couldn't easily take even half a step in.
Even so, they had exhausted all means of investigation, both overt and covert, for places in the capital city other than the residences of high-ranking officials.
Sometimes, they would openly lead a large group of constables to conduct searches.
With swift and decisive action, a comprehensive investigation was launched into every suspicious area, leaving no corner unchecked.
Sometimes, they would disguise themselves as ordinary citizens or traveling merchants.
They secretly and discreetly investigated, trying to find clues from those unknown details.
They roamed the streets and alleys, mingling among the crowds, listening to every rumor that might be related to the case, and observing everyone's words and actions.
However, despite such a painstaking and thorough search, they still found no unusual situation where someone had suddenly appeared in their home.
Everything seemed calm on the surface, but it concealed hidden secrets that were hard to fathom.
It was in this desperate situation, with no clue what to do, as if trapped in a dark labyrinth with no way out, that I found myself.
Faced with a dire situation where every road was blocked and every glimmer of hope was extinguished, the two racked their brains and pondered repeatedly.
After considering almost every possible method, he was forced to come up with this way to attract the attention of Prince Jinrui Zhao in the imperial court, only after being reminded by Minister Lin.
They were filled with anticipation, perhaps because of King Zhao's extraordinary wisdom and insightful observations, like the brilliant stars in the deep night sky.
With King Zhao's unique resources and those unknown yet incredibly powerful assistance.
To be able to find a glimmer of hope for this case that is shrouded in mystery and confusion, as if it were shrouded in a thick fog, to tear open a corner of the darkness, and to reveal the truth hidden behind the darkness.
To rescue those people who are still missing and whose fate is unknown, and to restore peace and tranquility to the capital.
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