The Legendary Detective Catches All the Criminals - Chapter 52



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◈Episode 52◈

You can even sell your soul to the devil

Kim Han-gyeol asked while driving.

“Isn’t Hwang Gil-dong the culprit who murdered your sister-in-law?”

“Yeah, how did you know? I don’t think I told you yet.”

“Hey~ If it’s Chuck, then it’s Chuck. Didn’t all the radars focused on Hwang Gil-dong go off? Detective Shin said that guy was the most likely suspect. Is it by any chance connected to the gunshot report we had last time?”

“Yeah, I met the real Hwang Gil-dong back then. She gave me evidence, but he couldn’t be the one who killed my wife.”

“Wait a minute. Did you just say ‘her’?”

Shin Dae-seong answered calmly.

“Yes, Hwang Gil-dong was a woman.”

“Are you 100% sure? Just finding out that would be a huge result. The ‘Hwang Gil-dong Special Task Force’ at the main office has not found out anything in two years.”

“That’s right, I checked it myself.”

“How did you know? You can’t tell just by looking at a face. There are men who are prettier than women.”

“She is definitely a woman, and her biological age is under 30, so she couldn’t have been the one who killed my wife.”

“Did you find out Hwang Gil-dong’s age? I traced the phone number of the Chinese restaurant he called at that time, and it turned out to be Guatemala.”

“Did you look into that again······ The result is obvious.”

“Anyway, you’ve acquired a ton of information. Are you going to report it to Hwang Gil-dong’s dedicated team?”

“no.”

“why?”

Shin Dae-seong answered while looking at the navigation map.

“The Hwang Gil-dong Special Task Force will disappear soon.”

“I knew it. Of the twelve special case teams in the headquarters, he was the most useless. He was reduced to a pariah even in the headquarters.”

“Then what about the useless dedicated team at the main office?”

“I think of it as the ‘Babel Union Task Force.’ I felt it this time, but they are not doing anything.”

“I’ll just tell Detective Kim in advance. Before the Cold Case Unit is formed, the two task forces will disappear. We’ll just bring those cases in their entirety.”

Kim Han-gyeol’s reaction is more worrying than expected.

“Isn’t it just a headache? I think that if you do it right, you’ll get what you pay for, and the losses will outweigh the gains.”

“There are some good benefits for us too.”

“What is it?”

“I’m talking about the personnel of the special teams that are being disbanded. Among them are police officers with outstanding abilities. We have obtained the authority to bring them in first.”

“Detective Shin, do you have a plan?”

“Do I feel distant because I move according to a thorough plan? It seems like I lack a human side······.”

“No, I like it because it’s completely unplanned. Don’t we complement each other?”

“Thank you for your positive thoughts. That’s the side of Detective Kim that I like the most.”

“By the way, is Director Jeong okay?”

Shin Dae-seong doesn’t seem to care at all.

“Don’t worry. I’m not the type of person to be easily fooled.”

“How did he become Detective Shin’s informant?”

“I helped you with one thing.”

“What is it? Please tell me. I can handle anything.”

* * *

A national highway on the outskirts of Seoul.

The scene of a traffic accident involving a truck and a passenger car.

The dispatched traffic police investigated the circumstances of the accident.

“So······ you stopped the car you were driving, and then a truck came and hit you and it exploded?”

Jeong Pil-seung nodded and answered.

“Yes, on the surface it is.”

“The real reason is that you tried to kill the teacher?”

“That’s right. I’m a witness for the prosecution in the Babel Union trial. I guess they’re trying to win the trial by killing me. The couple here are probably part of the Babel Union execution team.”

A couple with rapper vibes waved their hands at the same time.

“Absolutely not.”

Jeong Pil-seung said with a glare.

“You admitted it like that earlier, didn’t you?”

A pink-haired woman complained to a police officer.

“This guy pointed a gun at me and threatened me. Is he crazy?”

“Is it a gun?”

Jeong Pil-seung shook his head and replied.

“How can a designated driver carry a gun? I was the one who was threatened with death. That woman tried to kill me with a knife. She tried to finish me off after the truck failed. Let’s search her body to see who’s telling the truth. Go ahead and search.”

The police searched Jeong Pil-seung’s body, but no firearms or other weapons were found.

“My innocence has been proven, so check out that couple.”

“Do you both consent to a body search?”

“No, I refuse.”

The pink-haired woman answered firmly.

If this were to happen, only Jeong Pil-seung would be wronged.

Kim Han-gyeol and Shin Dae-seong, who had been watching the situation, approached.

“The investigation must be fair. I am detective Kim Han-gyeol from Gangnam 2nd Police Station. I am in charge of the Babel Alliance-related cases. We will investigate these people.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

The police officers immediately backed off,

Kim Han-gyeol asked the couple, who were looking at him with awkward reactions.

“What are your names, sir?”

The couple made eye contact for a moment, and then the woman spoke first.

“I am ‘Han Ruri’······.”

“I am ‘Go Yong-taek.’”

“What kind of job do you have? Judging from the way you dress, I think you’re in the entertainment or art field.”

The pink-haired Hanuri answered.

“We work for a legal firm.”

“Both sides claim to have been threatened by the other party. We have no choice but to search their belongings.”

“Just a moment!”

Han Ruri said, blocking Kim Han-gyeol’s approach.

“We’ll take care of it ourselves.”

“Well, is that so?”

The rapper-like couple started pulling out their hidden weapons, and there weren’t just one or two.

-Tung, tung, tung~.

Kim Han-gyeol even exclaimed, “It’s amazing.”

“Wow, an axe just came out of a girl’s back dance.”

“Men like knives, don’t you see? Jackknifes, cleavers, hunting knives······.”

The number of weapons they threw on the ground was about a dozen.

Kim Han-gyeol asked, shaking his head.

“What are these things used for?”

Yong-taek Ko, wearing a gold necklace, answered.

“It’s for self-defense.”

“You call this self-defense? This is beyond the level of a gangster’s tool.”

“I admit it’s excessive.”

“Turn around and put your hands on your head. I will check for any other illegal weapons.”

The rapper-like couple followed Kim Han-gyeol’s instructions.

Kim Han-gyeol searched Ko Yong-taek’s body, and a female police officer thoroughly examined Han Ru-ri’s body.

No more weapons came out.

But it’s not something that can be left alone like this.

“Mr. Ko Yong-taek and Ms. Han Ruri, you are under arrest for illegal possession of weapons. You should appoint a lawyer······.”

-Click.

Kim Han-gyeol handcuffed Ko Yong-taek, and Shin Dae-seong approached the pink-haired Han Ruri.

“You have to go with me to the police station.”

“Okay. Can I call a lawyer?”

Shin Dae-seong answered with a bright smile.

“Yes, we are looking forward to seeing which lawyer will come.”

-Click.

* * *

Gangnam 2nd Police Station, 4th floor investigation room.

Rooms 402 and 403 were mainly used to separate two suspects for questioning.

In room 402, Ko Yong-taek was sitting alone, and in room 403, pink-haired Han Ruri was with the Babel Union lawyer.

The investigation has not yet begun.

The Babel Union lawyer looks very angry.

‘What the hell happened?’

‘I’m sorry. I think we got the wrong idea.’

‘What does that mean?’

‘The goal that Attorney Choi told me is too dangerous. I don’t think it will work this time.’

‘What do you mean, tell me so I can understand?’

‘The designated driver who is the prosecution’s witness. He was the problem solver for the legendary gang ‘Phoenix’ in Koreatown?’

‘It doesn’t matter who it is. We’ll take responsibility for the aftermath, so do whatever it takes.’

‘Am I speaking English? The Phoenix Fixer is absolutely not to be messed with!’

This is when Han Ruri’s voice gets louder as she gets excited.

-Thud!

Shin Dae-seong and Kim Han-gyeol opened the door and came in.

The conversation between Han Ruri and Babel Union lawyers was also abruptly interrupted.

Shin Dae-seong sat down on the chair and greeted me.

“I see you often, Attorney Choi Yoon-ho?”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“Doesn’t the Babel Union’s legal team only defend its employees?”

“Mr. Han Ruri and Mr. Ko Yong-taek are employees of Babel Union affiliates.”

“Do you know what charges Attorney Choi’s clients are facing?”

“Isn’t that illegal weapon possession?”

“Additionally, there was the addition of contract killings.”

“The charges are so ridiculous that I can’t help but laugh.”

“Really? The prosecution witness I told you about just escaped death. Is this a coincidence?”

“Are you suspicious of me too?”

“It is not a doubt, but a conviction. I will use this incident as an opportunity to bring about the downfall of the Babel Union.”

“Hoo hoo hoo hoo.”

Attorney Choi Yoon-ho said with a laugh of disbelief.

“Is your dream too grand? For a mere detective to say such a thing? The prosecution and police have been anxious because they couldn’t catch the Babel Alliance. However, they haven’t achieved any results and have instead been demoted.”

Kim Han-gyeol said, gritting his teeth.

“It’s frustrating, but it’s true. Many people have been stripped of their clothes under false pretenses of responsibility for an unreasonable investigation. It’s currently more of a sanctuary than the presidential office. If the Babel Union headquarters could be searched and seized, there are plenty of police officers who would sell their souls to the devil.”

Attorney Choi Yoon-ho did not lose his composure.

“Listen to what your fellow detective says. Didn’t you have a hard time getting back on the job? You should continue your life as a detective until you catch the real culprit who killed your wife.”

“The culprit who killed my wife isn’t in the Babel Union?”

“Surely you made the Babel Union your enemy because of such a ridiculous idea?”

The smile disappeared from Shin Dae-seong’s face.

“I shouldn’t have thought that way… Attorney Choi should have been more careful. What happened to Song Tae-chang’s alibi that he promised?”

“I’m sorry. I have a lot to worry about. I’ll let you know right away.”

“It’s late.”

“yes?”

“Mistakes must be compensated for. You must provide an alibi for Song Tae-chang and the entire Babel Union.”

“What, what did you say?”

“You don’t have much time, so hurry. Otherwise, the Babel Union Legal Team may raid and search you.”

Attorney Choi Yoon-ho responded with a frown.

“Are you threatening me now?”

“It’s not a threat to reveal the crime. I have a strong support force in the form of the 3rd Violent Crimes Unit. We will reveal the fact that the dead truck driver had contact with you.”

“It looks like the entire Power Team 3 wants to be demoted?”

“There is a group promotion scheduled for one rank. If you don’t believe it, find out for yourself.”

“······.”

“Oh, I have some news for you to enjoy. The ‘Babel Union Task Force’ at the headquarters has been disbanded as of today.”

“!”

“Why don’t you like it? Why are you reacting so flustered? Did you have a spy in the special task force?”

“I feel strangely like I’m being interrogated.”

Shin Dae-seong responded calmly.

“Anyone who has committed a crime must be investigated and pay the price. Lawyers are no exception.”

“I don’t know what you believe in and how confident you are. It’s not like 20 years ago, Detective.”

“As I said before, I trust my colleagues from Team 3. Attorney Choi Yoon-ho would be the opposite.”

“yes?”

“Han Ruri next to you won’t betray you. But what about Ko Yong-taek in Interrogation Room 402?”

“!”

“Isn’t that a difficult style to manage? And on top of that, he’s blaming you for burning down his car. Aren’t you anxious because you don’t know where he’ll end up?”

“Mr. Ko Yong-taek will continue to exercise his right to remain silent.”

-Thud!

The interrogation room door opened, and detective Choi Jang-soo stuck his head out.

“Detective Shin?”

“Yeah, what’s going on?”

“This is Yong-taek Ko, in investigation room 402.”

“Shouldn’t we investigate this yet? It’s a special request from Attorney Choi Yoon-ho.”

“He called me first. But he keeps asking me to order raw fish without any sense. What should I do?”

“If you’re hungry, order some seolleongtang or Korean food. There must be a cheap sushi place too?”

“I can’t eat food that doesn’t suit my taste. I declared that I would rather not eat such food. There are people who resist with the right to remain silent, but this is the first time I’ve seen someone who says they will go on a hunger strike.”

“······.”

Not only the detectives from the 3rd Strong Investigation Team, but also Attorney Choi Yoon-ho and Han Ruri showed absurd reactions.

Shin Dae-seong took out the card.

“Whatever he wants to eat, buy him whatever he wants.”

“Can I use my personal card in a public investigation?”

“It also includes my personal information. And the members of Team 3 of Strong Force also order some delicious food.”

“Really?”

“I’m rich. Don’t worry about it and eat whatever you want. And in war, physical strength is important. Until this incident is over, eat the best.”

“Thank you! If you feed South Korean detectives well, they can fight without getting tired.”

* * *

The war between the 3 powerful teams and the Babel Alliance.

The location of the 2nd Criminal Investigation Division 3 Violent Crimes Unit was reminiscent of a battlefield tent.

The team members lying dead on their desks looked like they had stayed up all night last night.

Detectives from other teams also passed by cautiously.

“I can’t make any noise······.”

“The suspects who were investigated were also careful in their answers. They were more concerned about the 3rd Violent Crimes Unit than the detective in charge.”

“Won’t you die from overwork like that?”

“I feel like the complete opposite. I feel like a bunch of zombies who are saving their strength. If they sense a human presence, they’ll wake up and attack.”

Shin Dae-seong came in quietly.

-Rustle.

He took a piece of paper out of his pocket and spoke softly.

‘A search and seizure warrant has been issued for the Babel Union Legal Team. Is there anyone who wants to go with us?’

At that moment, all the detectives from the 3rd strong crimes team who had been asleep opened their eyes at the same time.

Immediately, they rushed towards Shin Dae-seong like zombies thirsting for human blood.

“Me! Take me!”

“No, take me!”

The search and seizure of the Babel Union is a dream for any active police officer. It was said that even the soul can be sold to the devil.