My Roommate Is a Detective Episode 19 Recap

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Lu Yao showered Gu Weiyun with exaggerated praise for his artwork, claiming it surpassed even Picasso and Monet, who would be ashamed to see it. Overwhelmed by the flattery, Gu Weiyun offered Lu Yao any painting as a gift. Lu Yao, however, specifically requested to take that one with him.

Later, Lu Yao immediately identified Xie Zhen as Ding Rongxian's murderer, citing the secretary's unusually coherent and detailed statement as a red flag, contrasting it with other witnesses who were typically in extreme confusion after such a traumatic event. To prove his theory, Lu Yao had Salim conduct an experiment.

He explained that Xie Zhen murdered Ding Rongxian using the principle of the "afterimage of the complementary color," a concept derived from Hering's opponent-color theory, much like the green surgical gowns worn by doctors to counteract visual fatigue from staring at red. He elaborated that by constantly bombarding Ding Rongxian with psychological hints through letters, making him believe he ruined Mo Lan's life, and then exploiting Ding Rongxian's hangovers and long-term quinine use, Xie Zhen created an illusion.

When Ding Rongxian, whose vision was fatigued from seeing red, saw Xie Zhen in a white trench coat, he perceived him as Mo Lan's ghost in green, causing him to panic and fall from the pagoda. Xie Zhen's last words, "Mo Lan, are you a human or a ghost?" were the result of this induced hallucination, which also served to mislead the investigation.

Xie Zhen tried to deny it, but Lu Yao countered, explaining how Xie Zhen used a specific rope technique (wrapping two strands parallel around a pillar and pulling one end to quickly retrieve it after descending) to quickly descend the pagoda after the murder, creating a false alibi of already being at the bottom. Lu Yao deduced Xie Zhen was an experienced rock climber from his posture and frequent wearing of hiking shoes.

Lu Yao then presented a series of evidence: a custom-made hat identical to one Mo Lan wore, a style long discontinued, for which Salim had found an order record for Xie Zhen. Xie Zhen claimed it was a birthday gift for a close lady friend. Next, Lu Yao showed a paint shop order for red paint, along with a simulated portrait based on the clerk's memory, which resembled Xie Zhen.

Xie Zhen claimed he dumped the paint because the color was too bright, and heavy rain had washed it away. Finally, Lu Yao revealed a threatening letter found on Xie Zhen's desk, written in Mo Lan's handwriting, instructing Ding Rongxian to meet at Yuning Pagoda. Xie Zhen admitted writing it but insisted he only meant to scare Ding Rongxian.

As a final piece of evidence, Lu Yao revealed the rope found near Yuning Pagoda, which bore Xie Zhen's bloodstains from his rapid descent, suggesting he scraped his hand. Lu Yao confessed that his suspicion of Xie Zhen was solidified by Xie Zhen's abnormal calmness and preparedness during initial questioning, including when Salim attempted to torture him, suggesting he had planned every counter-argument and knew he couldn't be held without evidence. Cornered by the irrefutable evidence, Xie Zhen confessed.

He declared he killed Ding Rongxian to save Shuren Middle School. He accused Ding Rongxian of corrupting the school by selling enrollment quotas at high prices and colluding with gangsters to induce and threaten innocent children into lying after a stampede incident, turning a prestigious institution into a haven for rich profligates. Xie Zhen stated he acted for the greater good of the school and its students, and would "die without regret."

Qiao Chusheng was deeply saddened by this confession, knowing he would have to face Xie Zhen's uncle. Qiao Chusheng went to meet Uncle Xuan, who immediately condemned him for arresting his nephew, Xie Zhen. Uncle Xuan praised Xie Zhen's act as "enforcing justice for Heaven" against a "beast," and accused Qiao Chusheng of "helping the evil." He demanded Qiao Chusheng hand over Lu Yao, threatening to retaliate if he refused.

Qiao Chusheng, however, staunchly defended Lu Yao, stating that Lu Yao was merely a subordinate and he, as the inspector, was solely responsible for the case and made him do everything. To emphasize his resolve, Qiao Chusheng took off his shirt and sliced his chest with a dagger, explaining that it was a gesture of respect as a junior, but also a declaration of his clear conscience in upholding the law.

He further explained that even if he wanted to release Xie Zhen, the Municipal Council would not allow it given the irrefutable evidence and the loss of life. He then challenged Uncle Xuan to pursue him if he still sought revenge, stating he was ready to face any consequences. Uncle Xuan, seeing Qiao Chusheng's determination, warned him that they had made a powerful enemy and that he would have to "pay his price" for this offense.

Qiao Chusheng had the apartment quickly renovated with twenty workers working around the clock. When Lu Yao and Bai Youning returned, Qiao Chusheng presented them with the bill. Lu Yao immediately protested, arguing that he didn't start the fire and shouldn't have to pay. Qiao Chusheng clarified that he paid for the decoration, but they were responsible for the new furniture, including the sofa, rug, and cabinet.

Bai Youning offered to pay for the sofa, but the argument quickly escalated into a physical fight over the expensive French-imported cushions. Unable to mediate, Qiao Chusheng quietly slipped away from the escalating conflict. As Lu Yao and Bai Youning's argument continued, Jiang Zhiqing arrived, surprising Qiao Chusheng who quickly left to report to Bai Qili.

Qiao Chusheng informed Bai Qili about the apartment renovation and the cause of the fire, which he suspected was Bai Youning's accidental fault, expressing concern for the couple's lack of self-care. More importantly, he reported Jiang Zhiqing's presence. Bai Qili, wary of Jiang Zhiqing, instructed Qiao Chusheng to closely monitor him, fearing he might mislead Bai Youning and Lu Yao. Meanwhile, Jiang Zhiqing found Lu Yao amidst his argument with Bai Youning.

Jiang Zhiqing, a former colleague from Cambridge, immediately offered Lu Yao a ticket to Guangzhou. He revealed his purpose was to take Lu Yao back to help establish a school there to train military talents for China, as the country was in peril and facing potential war. Lu Yao initially refused, citing his studies in mathematics and medicine, and his disinterest in fighting, claiming he was a "complete egoist."

Jiang Zhiqing passionately argued about China's precarious state, emphasizing the urgent need for individuals with Lu Yao's talents to contribute to the nation's defense. He also tried to appeal to Lu Yao's pride, mentioning his father's disapproval. He gave Lu Yao a few days to consider his offer. A distraught Bai Youning informed Lu Yao that her mentor, Mr. He, had been murdered the previous night.

She recounted the doorman's fragmented account: a phone call from Mr. He crying for help and exclaiming "He is back!" before the line went dead, after which the doorman found him deceased. Bai Youning expressed profound grief, revealing that Mr. He had "taught her how to write news step by step" and was "more like a father to her in the spiritual sense." She implored Lu Yao to find the killer, prompting Lu Yao to offer comfort and assurance.

The following morning, Qiao Chusheng, Lu Yao, and Bai Youning entered the newspaper office through a back door, as the front entrance was locked. They found Mr. He dead in his messy office, a limited edition Parker pen, which he cherished for writing, plunged into his neck. The room was in disarray and filled with books, indicating he had been packing to move to a new office. During his meticulous examination of the scene, Lu Yao noticed a ten-year-old newspaper.

He realized the newspaper, which contained a prominent article written by Mr. He titled "Wicked woman who murdered her husband is finally executed today," was deliberately left at the scene by the murderer, as it would have been impossible for the dying Mr. He to place it so neatly with his severe neck wound. The date on the newspaper was April 14, exactly ten years after the execution of the "wicked woman," suggesting a ten-year anniversary revenge.

Lu Yao concluded this was a "copycat case," mimicking a past event. The murder caused a stir at the newspaper. Tong Li, a head reporter, openly discussed her intention to leave for "Ta Kung Pao", subtly mocking Bai Youning by suggesting she was only suitable for a typing job. This led Bai Youning to suspect Tong Li was the killer, motivated by jealousy over Mr. He's favoritism towards her.

However, a delivery man arrived, bringing mangoes and Dahongpao tea, which Mr. He had ordered for Tong Li from Guangzhou. He also handed Bai Youning a lengthy rejection letter from Mr. He regarding her article. Distraught by the meticulous critique, which even pointed out punctuation errors, Bai Youning declared she was cutting ties with her deceased mentor.

Lu Yao, however, comforted her, explaining that Mr. He's detailed feedback, even on punctuation, was a sign of his faith in her potential, acknowledging her sensitive subject matter and boldness as strengths that others lacked. Drying her tears, Bai Youning recounted the sensational "singer's murder case" from ten years prior.

She explained how Ye Ying, a once-famous singer, had murdered her husband, who died from carbon monoxide poisoning, and attempted to kill her nine-year-old daughter with sleeping pills to elope with her lover. Although the daughter survived after falling into a coma, Ye Ying steadfastly denied her involvement due to a lack of direct evidence. Mr. He, then a novice reporter, delved deep into the investigation, publishing a series of special reports that exposed details of Ye Ying's private life.

These reports were eventually admitted as secondary evidence in court, leading Ye Ying to confess under immense public and legal pressure, resulting in her execution. Lu Yao immediately suspected Ye Ying's daughter might be seeking revenge, as she was now old enough.

However, Bai Youning quickly debunked this, having learned that the daughter was living abroad as the hostess of a renowned art salon, currently preoccupied with a Gauguin exhibition and confirmed to be out of the country for several months. Despite this, Lu Yao asked Bai Youning to compile all of Mr. He's articles related to that case from ten years ago.

Bai Youning then suggested an alternative suspect: Chu Ming, the son of a prominent flour tycoon and the fourth young master of the Chu family. She argued that Mr. He, as a journalist exposing wrongdoing, was bound to make enemies, and Chu Ming was an "innocent victim" in the Ye Ying case. Chu Ming, a well-known eligible bachelor, had fervently pursued Ye Ying when she became famous at sixteen, but she married someone else and left the entertainment industry.

When she returned years later, he resumed his pursuit. After Ye Ying's murder of her husband came to light, Chu Ming was implicated in reports as her accomplice. Unable to bear the immense public pressure, he vanished, and his family's flour business plummeted as a result. Bai Youning suggested that if she were in his shoes, she would harbor deep resentment towards Mr. He. Qiao Chusheng, acknowledging the potential motive and noting that the Chu family, though affected, was still powerful, decided they should visit the Chu family to investigate further.

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