Chapter 5
Confrontation
Song Yuhang lightly knocked on the door twice, and from inside came a vigorous voice saying, Come in. Only then did she push the door open and placed the completed case report on the desk.
Feng Ju was immersed in handling official documents, and next to him was a large enamel mug with the words Serve the People written on it. It was said to be a reward he received when he was awarded a third-class merit for his work, and he had been using it ever since.
Seeing that Song Yuhang neither spoke nor made any movement, Feng Ju looked up at her in surprise and asked, Whats wrong?
Song Yuhang moved her lips slightly.
He seemed to have understood something and put the pen back into its cap. I heard that you had a bit of a conflict with the new Forensic Doctor Lin on the way this morning?
Song Yuhang saw his gaze fall on her arm and glanced sideways, saying, Its nothing, just a scrape.
A few years ago, when we were chasing a fugitive across provinces, we had an intense fight with the criminals for half an hour, and you didnt get injured like this, Feng Ju, who had a gentle demeanor and wore glasses, even joked with her.
Song Yuhang lowered her head without saying much, but Feng Ju had already understood what she was thinking. You want to know why we let someone like Lin Yan into our city bureau, right?
This morning, they had a meeting and conducted an injury assessment. Lin Yan sent Duan Cheng to handle it, as she was only interested in dealing with the deceased and had little interest in the living.
While others were busy with their tasks, this young lady was holed up in her office, sipping the coffee Fang Xin made for her. Soft music played from her computer as she lay back in her chair with her feet propped up on the desk, a face mask applied to her face.
According to her, it was time for her midday skincare routine.
You didnt even notify me when you came back so I could pick you up.
A slow and leisurely voice with a hint of laughter came through the receiver.
While carefully pressing down the face mask on her nose to prevent it from lifting, Lin Yan spoke in a slightly sulky tone,
Forget it, youre so busy with work, how could you possibly have time to pick me up?
The man on the other end of the phone was wearing a white lab coat, and he stood outside the examination room, smiling lightly. I still have time to pick you up.
Lin Yan shivered all over. Hey, gross! Speak like a normal person.
The man couldnt hold back his laughter, attracting the attention of passing nurses. He cleared his throat and composed himself. Alright, when will you come to my place for dinner?
Lin Yuan must have asked you to call me, that old guy, right?
Dont speak ill of Uncle Lin. After all
Upon hearing that name, Lin Yan felt annoyed and took the phone away from her ear. Enough, if you bring up that matter, theres nothing for us to talk about.
Dont, dont hang up! If you wont do it for Uncle Lins sake, at least do it for my moms sake. After all, she often worries about you.
When Lin Yan was first brought back home by Lin Yuan, she was constantly bullied by Lin Cheng. He even threatened to run away from home if she was around. Unable to handle the situation, Lin Yuan had no choice but to send her to be fostered at Lin Ges home.
This fostering lasted for two years until it was time for her to go to school, and the Lin familys butler brought her back home again.
In terms of generation, Lin Ge could be considered her cousin. However, since they had grown up together, they couldnt bring themselves to address each other as cousin. Instead, they called each other Lin Ge and Lin Yan.
After her college entrance examination, she completely broke ties with the Lin family and only maintained occasional contact with Lin Ge. Over the years, her relationship with her supposed father had been lukewarm at best, and his presence was mostly felt through the inexplicably increased amount of money in her bank account every month.
She fell silent for a moment and then sighed nonchalantly, No, I wont go to your place. Lets have dinner together some other time.
Sure, but well have to make an appointment in advance. Im not sure if Ill have the time.
Come on, whats the deal? Anything going on? Lin Yan teasingly cursed.
Nothing, its just my moms idea. Its a blind date, you know. We have to meet and build some rapport from time to time.
Hey~ It seems like shes serious this time, the young lady whistled softly.
Lin Ge is seven years older than her and has been studying abroad for many years. After finally returning to the country, he gave up the job arranged for him by Lin Yuan and established a professional dental hospital. He currently serves as the director and chief of the dental department.
It was a time when his career was thriving, and also a time when his mother at home was eager to have grandchildren.
He let out a sigh from the other end, I wouldnt say shes serious. Were just getting to know each other as friends. I think the other person probably feels the same way.
And what about you? Youre not young anymore. Its time to consider your own lifelong matter.
Damn it, Im not that old! Im thirty-one and still in my prime!
After Forensic Doctor Lin angrily shouted this sentence, the air seemed to freeze for two seconds, and the music abruptly stopped.
A gaze fell upon her.
She looked up and saw Officer Song standing at the door. The backlight made it difficult to see her expression, but it seemed like she had been standing there for a while.
Does this person walk without making any sound?
Miss Lin rolled her eyes, Enough, someone is here. I wont talk to you now.
Um, excuse me, do you have gauze or alcohol or something like that?
Lin Yan scrolled through her phone contacts, looking for her evening date, not even lifting her eyelids.
I dont know, Fang Xin.
Fang Xin lifted her head from the pile of paperwork and adjusting her glasses, Whats wrong, Lin Jie?
Song Yuhang repeated once again, Alcohol, gauze.
As if afraid they didnt understand, she added, I need to treat a wound.
Fang Xin quickly stood up, Sure, we have some in the cabinet inside the autopsy room. Ill go get it for you.
The forensic autopsy room was just a wall away. Fang Xin brought out the items and handed them to her, saying, Let me help you, Captain Song.
Its fine.
As Song Yuhang spoke, she casually found a chair and sat down. She rolled up her sleeves above her shoulders, took a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, and awkwardly picked out some small gravel embedded in her skin.
Fang Xin couldnt bear to see such gruesome things, and her face turned pale. On the other hand, Song Yuhang seemed unbothered, not making a single sound.
Lin Yan typed messages to her evening date while saying nonchalantly, Some people dont jump out to play the hero, and yet they have no real courage to handle anything.
This remark was a bit too much, and Fang Xin looked at the two of them with a worried expression, afraid they might start fighting at any moment.
Unexpectedly, Officer Song still made no unnecessary moves. She treated the wound herself, threw the used cotton swabs and gauze into the trash can, and twisted the cap of the alcohol bottle back on before handing it to Fang Xin.
Thank you.
While Fang Xin went to the next room to put something away, by the time she returned, the two of them were already staring at each other wide-eyed.
Lin Yan still had a face mask on, and when she suddenly lifted her head, it almost scared Fang Xin out of her wits.
Song Yuhang remained as calm as ever, as if she was indifferent to everything around her. If she had been born in ancient times, she might have been a martial arts master who came and went without a trace, wearing white robes and carrying a sword, indifferent to fame and fortune.
But here and now, it was a bit intimidating.
Staring at the expressionless face before her, Lin Yan asked.
Is there something on my face?
Song Yuhang leaned forward.
She was already a head taller, and as they got closer, a faint scent of laundry detergent filled the air.
Lin Yan kicked the table with her foot, pushing her chair back a few steps. Officer Song, its not appropriate to gaze at me so affectionately in the office, is it?
Song Yuhang stood up straight, her arm already bandaged. One hand was in her pocket as she looked at Lin Yan and said, According to Article 7, Clause 3 of the Regulations on the Dress Code for Peoples Police Officers of Public Security Organs, police uniforms must not be worn with additional garments, sleeves rolled up, hems tucked in, or trousers rolled up.
Lin Yan glanced at the uniform jacket draped over a nearby chair, then lowered her head to look at the two open buttons on her collar and her rolled-up trouser legs. She slowly formed a puzzled expression with her fingers, mimicking the ? sign.
Fang Xin quickly patted her own police uniform and smoothed her hair to show a neat appearance.
Except for work requirements and special circumstances, police officers should wear standard leather shoes, rubber shoes, or black leather shoes. The heel height for female police officers should not exceed four centimeters.
Lin Yans seven-centimeter heels, studded with diamonds, seemed to challenge the heavens and could easily blind Fang Xins eyes.
Miss Lins face was full of disbelief, as if she was looking at an alien creature.
Song Yuhang took a step back. Also, nails must not be colored, and no colorful hair dye or jewelry is allowed.
??? Song Yuhang, are you even human? No, are you a woman?
Indeed, it seemed that Officer Song wore the police uniform year-round and never dyed her hair. Her shoulder-length hair was always tied up, revealing a distinct and sharp facial features.
As for jewelry, she probably considered them unnecessary luxuries.
From both physiological and psychological characteristics, I am. As a forensic doctor, that question is rather unprofessional.
Lin Yan almost choked on her own blood, as she struggled to find words to respond.
She had never encountered someone who could leave her speechless like this before.
She really wanted to open up Song Yuhangs skull and see if there was nothing but rules and regulations inside.
Despite looking only a few years older than her, why did she speak and act so rigidly and old-fashioned?
First of all, what I wear and how I wear it is my freedom, even if I am a police officer, no one has the right to interfere.
Yes, but within the police force, we must abide by our regulations.
Lin Yan coldly chuckled, standing up and looking at her. The face mask fell from her face, and she deliberately crumpled it into a ball and threw it at Song Yuhang, hitting her shoulder.
Her eyes were filled with a mocking expression, full of cynicism and malice.
I wont comply with them. What can you do about it? Are you going to hit me or report me? Let me tell you, the city government still owes my family construction fees. Do you know how many government officials in Binhai Province depend on my familys support? Try moving a finger against me and see what happens.
The face mask fell to the ground by her feet.
The air became heavy with silence.
Fang Xin was shocked and dared not even take a breath. For a moment, there was nothing but the quiet sound of their breathing and the ticking of the clock on the wall.
Song Yuhang took a gentle step forward.
Lin Yan didnt back down; she stared back at her intensely.
When Song Yuhang was about to take another step forward, she was firmly held back.
The inexperienced young girl looked brave and resolute, as if she was prepared to sacrifice herself heroically: Officer Song, please dont, stop it!
Lin Yan subtly swallowed a gulp of saliva.
The person across from her gently pursed their lips, almost making her think it was an illusion.
Dont be nervous, I wont hit you. I just feel that since you are not interested, you should give the position to someone else who needs it more.
With one sentence, Miss Lin was infuriated again: Whos nervous?! Whos nervous?! Which eye of yours saw me being nervous?!!
After her furious outburst, the room fell into complete silence, and even Fang Xin couldnt help but burst into laughter, quickly covering her mouth.
You swallowed a gulp of saliva just now, your right hand clenched into a fist, toes turned outward, your whole body tensed up, and your jaw lightly twitched. Its a defensive posture. If I were to attack, you would retaliate, but youre not sure if you can win, so you didnt strike first.
I f***ing I Lin Yan was so angry that she rolled her eyes, spouting incoherent words and almost foaming at the mouth. She grabbed a copy of Forensic Medicine and lunged at Song Yuhang.
Fang Xin tightly held her back. Stop, Lin Jie, dont do it! You cant beat her. Officer Song is always the top in the yearly military training!
Items on the table scattered all over the floor, but Song Yuhang took a step back, completely unharmed.
She took out a stack of neatly wrapped RMB from her pocket and placed it on the table: Here, take it back. Dont exceed the speed limit in the city from now on.
I Lin Yan grabbed another book and threw it at her.
Song Yuhang slightly tilted her head, avoiding it as she wiped her face, no longer saying much, and turned to leave.
Lin Yan wanted to chase after her, but Fang Xin firmly held her back.
She had never been so furious in her life. Even when she was a mischievous six-year-old, she had beaten Lin Cheng to the point of losing teeth. Later, although she had also suffered punishment from her stepmother, as a member of the Lin family, she naturally carried an aura of superiority. Who dared to advise her otherwise?
People either kept their distance or eagerly fawned over her.
For the first time in her life, she felt a sense of defeat from another woman. The last time she felt like this was nearly twenty years ago.
After Song Yuhang left, Fang Xin carefully brought her a cup of coffee. Lin Jie, dont be mad at Officer Song. Although she can be a bit rigid at times, shes actually a very nice person
She must have her reasons for acting that way. Although Ive only recently joined the forensic department, Ive heard that the former chief forensic doctor, who has passed away, was her long-time partner and even a former classmate. Hedied while on duty.
Although she may not say much and continues to work as usual, deep down, she must be more sorrowful than anyone else.
I Lin Ye wanted to say something, but her gaze fell on the desk in front of her. The moderately sized desktop was filled with traces of the deceased.
Forensic medicine books were scattered everywhere, a few sticky notes were placed on the computer screen, and there was a yellowed old photograph.
It was taken with a Polaroid camera, so the pixels werent very clear. The photo depicted two young people standing together, one of whom had just had a heated argument with her.
At that time, she was still young, wearing a brand new uniform, with a bright and clear expression, a faint smile on her lips, and two four-cornered stars adorning her shoulders.
It was a time of youthful innocence.
Lin Yan pursed her lips and said, Forget it, Im a magnanimous person; I wont bother with her.
As Song Yuhang walked outside, she let out a sigh, thinking about what Feng Ju had just said.
Lin Yan is a stubborn and willful person, disregarding rules and regulations. If she didnt have some real ability, she wouldnt have been able to enter our city bureau. Just treat her as an external staff member; she probably wont conform to our ways. I know you always see things clearly and cant tolerate any nonsense, but dont take it too much to heart.
For some reason, she felt that Feng Jus mention of Lin Ye carried a hint of indulgence and helplessness.
Perhaps she was overthinking it.
Song Yuhang shook her head, turned around, and walked away briskly.
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