Winning Hearts Comes First
A foodie protagonist versus a loyal dog-like suitor—this is an inspiring tale of solving crimes. It follows the main character, Fang Wenxuan, as he cracks one murder case after another. Alongside earning various honors and accolades, he also gains the unwavering devotion of a steadfast companion. Of course, this loyal suitor is always trying to turn the tables, but our protagonist, blessed with endless luck and resourcefulness, always has a way to keep him in check. Come, step into this story and see just how the main character tames his devoted companion.
Winning Hearts Comes First
Chapter 1
“Ring, ring, ring…”
The simple chime of the desk phone sounded especially piercing in the captain’s office of the Criminal Police Division.
Sitting in his office chair, Captain Cheng Fei glanced at the caller ID—it was the station chief. He immediately picked up the receiver, his expression turning grave. “This is the city bureau’s Criminal Police Division. Captain Cheng Fei speaking. What’s the situation?”
“Captain Cheng, it’s Chief Gu from the station. We’ve received a report from the 110 Command Center: a civilian found a woman’s head wrapped in a black plastic bag by the West City River. We request support from the Criminal Police.”
“Understood. We’ll be there immediately.” Cheng Fei hung up, sprang from his chair, and strode into the main office, raising his voice so all could hear, “All teams, grab your equipment and head to the crime scene. There’s a case by the West City River.”
Without waiting for a reply, Cheng Fei led the way out of the office. The technicians, forensics team, medical examiner, and criminal police quickly followed.
Two unmarked police cars and a police van sped toward the scene. They arrived in short order.
The perimeter had already been cordoned off by the local police, but a crowd of curious onlookers had still gathered.
“Where’s the victim?” Cheng Fei demanded as soon as he stepped from the vehicle, addressing Chief Gu, who hurried over to meet him.
“This way, Captain.” Chief Gu led the way, explaining as they walked, “So far, only the head has been found. The others are
