Wang Yuanchao escorted me into the station without suspicion from any of the officers. In the lockup, I noticed Xiaotao sitting in one of the cells, reading a book. I tapped the door gently, drawing surprise from Xiaotao. But when she wanted to speak, I gestured for her to remain silent.

I was glad to see Xiaotao doing well. "Don't worry, we are trying to clear your name!" I whispered.

"I'm not in a hurry. I’ve finally got some good rest these past two days,” she smiled. “My dad is worried and he's going to ask the city leaders for help. But I warned him against going through the back door. Otherwise, I might really become a suspect... "

"Take care, alright? We’ll meet again in a couple of days."

"You too!"

Wang Yuanchao placed me in the innermost detention room. He stood...