Chapter 613

[Good evening, viewers, and welcome to the nightly news.

I’m Tiffany Wheeler, a reporter in the New York office of CBS-TV.

Our station is following the latest developments in the New York serial splitter case.

This afternoon, the FBI was able to catch the serial killer, who is an extremist religious man. ……

The killing method is very cruel, killing three consecutive victims, including the wife of the mayor of New York and an international model, and brutally dividing their bodies ……]

“Cheers!”

Inside a bar in New York.

Luke and his colleagues from the FBI were sitting around, and the TV set hanging not far away was broadcasting the news of the cases they had solved.

The head of the FBI’s New York office, Negan Thomas, put down his glass and smiled, “You guys did a good job this time, catching the murderer within a week. I just got a call from the mayor who thanked you for your efforts and dedication.”

Michael asked, “Just lip service, no substantial reward?”

“Does getting you, the acting team leader, transferred count?”

Michael laughed, “Are you serious?”

“I can still take it back now.”

“No No No, that’s the best news I’ve heard all year, I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time.

I promise, this is definitely the best decision you’ve ever made.

I won’t let you down.” Michael picks up his beer bottle and clinks glasses with Negan Thomas.

Luke raised his glass, “Man, congratulations.”

“Congratulations, Michael.” The others offered their congratulations as well.

Amir teased, “I’m glad you won’t be losing any more sleep over this.”

“I’m not losing any sleep, I knew I would turn, all along.” Michael sounded certain.

Amir bristled, no one knew better than him how much Michael cared about the conversion, however, he didn’t flirt with the other man anymore and turned to say, “Although we caught the murderer, the Eternal Cult is far from over.

This sect has existed for at least five years, and it’s likely to be more than just the few dozen followers on the list.”

Negan Thomas replied, “You’re right, this Eternal Cult is indeed more complicated than imagined, and the believers are not just the dozens of people on the list.

Bloody Mike also used to believe in the Eternal Cult, but he doesn’t appear on this list.

According to my understanding, within these five years, the Eternal Cult had developed at least hundreds of believers and lured these believers into making donations, and some of them had no more use for their donations.

There are also some who have recognized the true nature of the Eternal Cult.

Many others have died.

None of these people above appear in the list.

And this list of believers is just the believers that the head of the Eternal Cult, Beram Solo, believes still have value and will continue to donate.”

Speaking of this, Negan Thomas also felt somewhat powerless, in fact, there were quite a few similar religions in New York, but based on the principles of freedom of belief and voluntary donations, it was difficult to manage them effectively.

Luke was only responsible for catching the murderer, and didn’t care much about the aftermath of the religion, and said with a smile, “Guys, I’m going back to Los Angeles in a few days.

Anyone want to hang out in LA? I’ll be your guide.”

Lois shrugged, “I’ve already taken my annual vacation this year.”

Amir said, “I’d quite like to go, but I’ll have to talk to my girlfriend and see what she’s got planned.”

As for Michael, he didn’t want to go anywhere right now, waiting with bated breath for a transfer.

The crowd chatted at the bar for two hours before leaving.

Before leaving, Negan Thomas tapped Luke on the shoulder, “Come to my office tomorrow morning, I have something to talk to you about.”

Luke nodded, “See you tomorrow.”

Back home, it was already ten o’clock at night.

Li Zhaofeng hadn’t rested yet and was sitting on the sofa in the living room watching TV.

He brewed a pot of tea and poured a cup for Luke.

Luke said, “Drinking tea at night isn’t afraid of affecting your sleep.”

“Used to it.” Li Zhaofeng put down the teacup and said, “I just watched the nightly news that the serial killer who killed and split the bodies has been caught?”

“That’s right, it’s an extremist religious man.

He had a rough life and a terminal illness, causing his brain to be a bit abnormal.”

“That’s right, a normal person wouldn’t split up the bodies.” Li Zhaofeng did not inquire more about the case and looked at Luke, “When you have time, tell me in advance and call your family to get together.

When you weren’t around, your grandparents often mentioned you.

Since you’re here, it’s not a good idea to not show up.”

“I also have this idea.” Luke thought about it and replied, “I have to go to the FBI New York office tomorrow, and there shouldn’t be anything else after that.

I’ll treat my uncle and aunt’s family to a lively party then.”

“That’s fine too.” Li Zhaofeng knew that his son wasn’t short on money right now.

Moreover, now that he had started working, he was considered a grown-up and had the ability to be on his own, which was better than making an offer himself.

Luke smiled and asked, “Dad, should we invite Auntie Chen?”

Li Zhaofeng also smiled, only the smile was a bit awkward, “She’s been busy lately, let’s talk about it next time.”

Father and son chatted for a while longer.

Luke was a little tired after investigating the case for a day, so he washed up and rested first.

The next morning.

FBI New York office, supervisor’s office.

“Knock knock.” A knock sounded outside.

Negan Thomas, who was sitting behind his desk, looked up, “Come in.”

The door opened and Luke walked in from outside, “Good morning Supervisor Thomas.”

Thomas stood up, smiled and walked over to the couch, inviting Luke to sit down, “Coffee or tea?”

“Coffee.”

Negan Thomas poured two cups of coffee and handed Luke a cup, then, also sat on the sofa on one side, “This is a friend’s coffee beans that he grew in his own manor, and every year, he would give me some, how do you taste?”

Luke took a sip and nodded his head, “Not bad, fine texture and fragrant flavor.”

In fact, in Luke’s opinion, black coffee all tastes pretty much the same.

Negan Thomas put down his coffee cup and said, “It’s hard on you this time, coming all the way from Los Angeles to assist us in the case.

It is also fortunate that with your assistance, the case can be solved so quickly.”

In Luke’s opinion, this case was not very complicated, only because the murderer was particularly cruel, similar to the way Bloody Mike committed the crime five years ago, coupled with the special identity of the deceased, which had a great deal of influence, that’s why Neagan Thomas would be so calm and asked him to come from Los Angeles to assist in the investigation of the case.

Negan Thomas continued, “This time you have recovered a lot of gold from the suspect’s home, probably worth more than three million dollars.

All of this money will be given out as rewards to the agents who participated in the investigation.

Among them, you also received a reward of five hundred thousand dollars, which will be directly credited to your account.”

“Thank you for your generosity, Supervisor.” Luke couldn’t help but feel that Negan Thomas was as generous as ever.

Previously, he had assisted Negan Thomas in arresting the Asian Gambling King, and purchased a ten million dollar mansion for thirty percent of the price.

This time, he solved the split body case and received an equally generous bonus.

“This is what you deserve, when are you going to return to Los Angeles?”

“Since the murderer has been caught, I believe Michael will take care of the subsequent matters.

I’m going to take care of some personal matters and leave in a couple days.”

Negan Thomas was silent for a moment, “You can wait two more days if there’s no rush.”

Luke asked rhetorically, “Anything else, Supervisor?”

Negan Thomas rubbed his hands together and said, “I have a business friend who has recently run into some trouble and needs a security consultant.

I recommended you to him.

Of course, it’s up to you.”

“A security counselor?” Luke spread his hands, “You do know that I’m only good at investigating cases, not good at protecting people.”

“This friend of mine has professional bodyguards, and if he just needed protection, he wouldn’t have asked me for help.”

Luke said, “So what can I do?”

“This friend of mine wants to acquire a large dock in Los Angeles.

You should be well aware that the terminal’s cargo sources and customers are complicated and will involve people from all walks of life.

His acquisition plan may affect some people’s interests.

Ever since he had the intention of acquiring the terminal, he has been receiving some threats one after another.

Some people even threatened to directly kill him if he dared to set foot in Los Angeles.

Although he hired bodyguards to protect him, it’s hard to solve the fundamental problem, and even if he succeeds in acquiring the Los Angeles pier, he still has to face the problem of whether or not the pier’s business can operate normally.”

“He wants to hook up with the LAPD through me.”

Negan Thomas didn’t answer positively, “If you’re interested, I can make an appointment for the two of you and you can talk amongst yourselves.”

“OK,” Luke and Negan Thomas chatted for a bit longer, then left.

Negan Thomas took out his cell phone and made a call, “Hey, it’s Negan.”

“Hey old buddy, I was expecting your call?

I heard that you’ve caught the murderer of the mayor’s wife?” A middle-aged man’s voice came from across the phone.

“It’s just a small case.” Negan Thomas made a perfunctory remark and continued, “I’ve already found the relationship you asked me to find.

The other party is in New York right now.”

“That’s great, I’d like to talk to the other party in person as well.

Is he from the FBI or the LAPD?”

“His last name is Lee, i.e. he’s a criminal investigation consultant for the FBI and a captain in the LAPD.”

The man on the other side of the phone questioned, “Captain? Isn’t that too low a position?”

“Some people can’t look at the position alone, even if you know the chief of the LAPD, the other side can’t personally go to the pier with a gun to chase away the troublemaking assholes for you.

You’re not short of friends in high places, so why don’t you just go to some guy who can do the job?

For small things, he can handle it for you.

Big things, he can either contact the LAPD or get help from the FBI’s Los Angeles office.”

The man on the other side of the phone said, “I see, he’s like a bridge.

I guess it’s not an ordinary person who can be able to serve in both the FBI and the police department at the same time.”

Negan Thomas said, “He’s young and has a lot of potential.

As far as I know, the top brass of the LAPD and the top brass of the FBI’s Los Angeles office appreciate him.

That includes me as well.”

The cell phone spoke solemnly to the man across the room, “Thanks, old buddy.

I’ll take this very seriously.

Wait for my good news.”

Negan Thomas teased, “Be careful not to die in Los Angeles.”