The Legendary Detective Catches All the Criminals - Chapter 38



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◈Episode 38◈

Declaration of war

In front of the main building of Gangnam 2nd Police Station.

Reporters flocked in again, competing for seats.

“These days, Gangnam 2 is no joke. They solved the Yoon Ga-hee case, and now they’re even catching the kidnappers?”

“You said you caught it while shopping at the mart?”

“Really?”

The number of reporters flocking to cover the story grew larger and larger.

“Why is Gangnam 2 so popular? Even if it’s a kidnapping case, it’s still like this······.”

“But today, it doesn’t seem like there are more entertainment reporters than social affairs reporters.”

“Is the kidnapped child a celebrity’s child?”

“come!”

With someone shouting, the reporters’ eyes turned to the main gate.

A police van arrived to arrest the kidnapper.

-Knock knock.

The van door opened, and Jeong Hyeon-dong, the mastermind behind the kidnapping incident, got out.

The reporters began to ask questions.

“Why did you kidnap a child?”

“Is it because of money? Is it because of resentment?”

“You said you killed your accomplice as soon as you received the ransom? Is that something a human being would do?”

In response to a question from reporter Lee Yeon-jin of Daedong Ilbo,

-Ugh.

Jeong Hyeon-dong glared at her fiercely.

It was an atmosphere where I could scream and run at any moment,

-Bam!

Kim Han-gyeol pushed Jeong Hyeon-dong’s shoulder as he stopped.

“Relax your eyes and move.”

“······.”

Jeong Hyeon-dong kept his mouth shut again and walked away, and the reporters’ questions poured in again.

“Is the kidnapped child the daughter of world-famous singer-songwriter Han Ji-seong?”

“Did singer Han Ji-seong have a child that she secretly hid? Detective Kim Han-gyeol, please answer.”

“Why are you asking me that?”

Kim Han-gyeol tried to enter the main building with Jeong Hyeon-dong,

-sudden.

Suddenly, Jeong Hyeon-dong stopped walking and turned around.

“There’s a crazy detective here. I’m definitely going to sue him!”

“Who is the crazy detective talking about?”

“Were you subjected to harsh treatment by that detective?”

“Are you detective Kim Han-gyeol?”

* * *

The main building lobby, where reporters are banned from entering.

Chief Lee Yong-gyun was waiting with a satisfied expression.

When the 3rd strong team came in, they welcomed us with both arms raised.

“My favorite Powerful 3 Team members, wow~ It reminds me of the old days. There were so many suspects that I couldn’t control myself.”

Team leader Park Dong-hee agreed.

“When I came back after eating, there was always a suspect being questioned in front of Senior Shin’s desk. I knew he was picked up from the street.”

Shin Dae-seong asked Chief Lee Yong-gyun.

“What happened to the rescued child?”

“He was rushed to the hospital and is receiving treatment. They said his health is good.”

“What about the other two accomplices?”

“The SWAT team has arrested him and is transporting him here. Will Detective Shin be interrogating him?”

“No, I will only support you when you need help.”

“That’s right, this kidnapping case is almost solved, and Detective Shin needs to wrap up the Hwang Gil-dong case.”

“There is one thing that concerns me.”

“I know. Those three guys conspired to put all the blame on their dead accomplice.”

“Yes, he died trying to free a child. You can’t blame someone for his death.”

“Don’t worry. That will never happen. Oh, and I heard there were civilians who played a crucial role in solving the kidnapping case?”

Shin Dae-seong said, gesturing behind him.

“I brought him here for questioning as a witness. This child is Yoo Jae-seong. He is the son of actress Shim Soo-jin. He overheard the conversation between the accomplices and reported it.”

“How can you be so smart! Our youngest is always playing games.”

“And these are Kang Yu-mi and Jo Han-seok. They also played a decisive role in arresting the suspect.”

Chief Lee Yong-gyun reached out to Kang Yu-mi.

“I saw the video the detectives sent you. You’re a stuntwoman, right? You really helped me out a lot.”

“I was just doing what I had to do.”

“What humility! How can that be something that can be done easily? There will be a brave citizen’s expression at the police station.”

“No, give it to my boyfriend instead. My boyfriend is a police officer candidate. If he gets the Brave Citizen Award, wouldn’t it help him on his police exam?”

“Don’t worry. I’ll make sure you both receive the Brave Citizen Award.”

“Really? Thank you.”

Chief Lee Yong-gyun showed interest in Jo Han-seok.

“You want to be a police officer?”

“Yes, that’s right!”

“Your spirits are really high. Have you ever taken a look at the chief’s office?”

“Really?”

“You can take a certification shot while sitting on the police chief’s chair. Jaeseong, please come with me.”

“Are there handcuffs there too?”

“Don’t worry, I’ll tell you to bring them all by type.”

Chief Lee Yong-gyun took Jo Han-seok and Yoo Jae-seong away, and Shin Dae-seong spoke to Kang Yu-mi, who was left alone.

“Can I talk to you for a moment?”

“Yes, please do.”

* * *

Team 3 Powerhouse sofa seat.

Shin Dae-seong asked Kang Yu-mi while handing her a coffee cup.

“Do you know Hwang Gil-dong?”

“Yes, I know. He’s a police stalker… He’s the guy who harasses the police and blames them for their mistakes.”

“Then, what about the man named Chae Jeong-hwan?”

“Who is that?”

Kim Han-gyeol held out his cell phone and showed me a picture.

“I work on special effects for movies and dramas. I’m particularly good at handling explosives.”

Kang Yu-mi looked intently at the photos on her cell phone and then answered.

“I think I remember it······.”

Shin Dae-seong asked quickly.

“Where exactly did you meet?”

“Well······ Maybe it was the special effects team. I only knew their faces, but I wasn’t close with them.”

“But why did this person suspect you were Hwang Gil-dong?”

“Huh~?”

Kang Yu-mi’s reaction is one of being unable to hide her bewilderment.

“I’m Hwang Gil-dong? How can you say such nonsense······.”

“We’re curious about that too. Why did Chae Jeong-hwan misunderstand you as Hwang Gil-dong?”

“I don’t know. No, am I in trouble? Should I call a lawyer······.”

“There is no need for that. We know that Ms. Kang Yu-mi has no connection with Hwang Gil-dong. We are trying to find out why such a misunderstanding occurred.”

“I don’t think there’s a reason for that. I also know a guy named Chae Jeong-hwan well······ Oh, that’s right!”

Shin Dae-seong asked quickly.

“Do you remember anything?”

“So when I first met that person······.”

Kang Yu-mi told the truth about what she remembered, and Shin Dae-seong and Kim Han-gyeol listened carefully.

“excuse me.”

A middle-aged man who looked like a lawyer came in.

Kim Han-gyeol immediately stood up and asked.

“What brings you here?”

“They said that detectives Shin Dae-seong and Kim Han-gyeol from the 3rd Violent Crimes Unit are here.”

“Ah······ I am Kim Han-gyeol, and this is Detective Shin.”

“I am the lawyer of singer Han Ji-seong.”

Kim Han-gyeol checked the lawyer’s business card and asked.

“Why do you want to come to us?”

“You don’t have to be so vigilant. It’s not that I came today for a bad reason. Han Ji-seong said she wanted to express her gratitude to you two. She’s currently at the hospital with her daughter. She said she’ll come visit me sometime.”

“I was just doing my job as a police officer. But do you really acknowledge that Ms. Han Se-ah is Mr. Han Ji-seong’s daughter?”

“Yes······ It can’t be helped. We have to hold a press conference soon to reveal the truth. A second Kim Hye-ran incident······ No, I’m sorry.”

“No. I didn’t have any bad intentions. But why did Han Ji-sung hide the fact that she was married and had a daughter? She was popular with the public, but she didn’t appear in advertisements and only made money through music?”

“I don’t know about that. Thank you for your hard work in catching the kidnapper. I’ll contact you later.”

“Just a moment.”

Shin Dae-seong called his lawyer over.

“Do you have anything left to say?”

“Singer Han Ji-sung said she wanted to repay us? If so, there is a way.”

* * *

The next day.

Gangnam 2nd Police Station briefing room.

Reporters were swarming around, leaving no room to set foot.

This is the largest number of reporters since the establishment of Gangnam 2nd Police Station. Even 10 years ago, when police corruption caused a huge social problem, it did not receive this much attention.

That is because world-renowned singer-songwriter Han Ji-seong held a press conference here.

Reporter Lee Yeon-jin of Daedong Ilbo asked.

“Why did you hide the fact that you have a daughter?”

“I never had a childhood. I always had to live in the public eye. I wanted my daughter to have a normal life. My beloved wife is the same. I wanted to protect her from the excessive attention of the public.”

“How did you meet your wife?”

“It was 8 years ago······.”

Behind Han Ji-seong were Shin Dae-seong and Kim Han-gyeol.

Kim Han-gyeol had a very awkward atmosphere.

‘Detective Shin, please think again. Are we really doing the right thing?’

‘Is detective Kim also certain that the culprit in the Yoon Ga-hee case is Chairman Jeon Young-sook?’

‘Of course! Even if you threaten me with a knife to my neck, I will shout that I am Chairman Jeong Yeong-suk.’

‘That’s why I doubt if Hwang Gil-dong is real. And yet, I’m tired of the police’s incompetence in just standing by. If we want to take the initiative and investigate, we need shock therapy.’

‘This is not just a simple shock, it is a declaration of war. If Hwang Gil-dong gets angry, we don’t know what he will do. And if he openly criticizes the police superiors, isn’t it obvious what kind of repercussions there will be?’

‘I know, but there’s nothing I can do right now. In situations like this, there’s something Detective Kim often says, right?’

‘Ah······ In times like this, it’s better to ask for forgiveness than permission?’

‘yes!’

The reporters’ questions continued.

“The detectives at Gangnam Police Station 2 did a great job in this kidnapping case. But I heard that the kidnapper actually sued the detectives from Violent Crimes Unit 3? He forced them to tell him where Miss Se-ah was.”

“This is truly absurd. I will do everything I can to help that detective not suffer any disadvantages. And I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to the two detectives. Detectives Shin Dae-seong and Kim Han-gyeol, please come forward.”

As those behind them stood up,

“Wow~.”

-Clap clap clap clap clap!

There was an outpouring of enthusiastic cheers and applause.

In particular, Chief Lee Yong-gyun clapped his hands the most vigorously. Kim Han-gyeol, watching this, felt like he was committing a sin.

Shin Dae-seong took the microphone and spoke.

“Hello. This is detective Shin Dae-seong from the 3rd Violent Crimes Unit of Gangnam 2nd Police Station.”

“I am Kim Han-gyeol.”

Kim Han-gyeol quickly greeted them and looked straight ahead.

Then Shin Dae-seong opened his mouth in a calm voice.

“My partner and I are here to brief you on the Byeolgwan-dong explosion incident. First, the guy who claimed to be Hwang Gil-dong is a fake.”

“On what basis do you say that?”

“I will take your questions later. Second, I cannot help but lament the special team’s ability to not even know that Hwang Gil-dong is fake. I urge you to disband the special team immediately and form a new special team.”

The reporters began to write their articles, murmuring loudly.

“The 3rd Strong Team will not look for a new suspect, Yoon Ga-hee. This is because the culprit is Chairman Jeon Yeong-sook. Also, I am warning the fake Hwang Gil-dong… Just wait a little. I will catch you before the two weeks you suggested.”

The reporters’ murmur grew louder and their hands tapped their laptops faster.

“And I tell you, Hwang Gil-dong, do not threaten the police in the future. If there is any corruption of the police or any wrongful arrest, tell me directly. I am willing to listen to you at any time.”

Chief Lee Yong-gyun’s face became increasingly gloomy, and only the bases became excited.

“This is a series of great hits! A declaration of war on the fake Hwang Gil-dong of Gangnam 2nd Police Station, the incompetent police task force, and the real Hwang Gil-dong······.”