Loli handed a surveillance screenshot to Lin Fan; the picture showed a middle-aged man.

"It's him!" Lin Fan blurted out.

A few days ago, on the subway, Lin Fan encountered two men fighting with a couple. Later, he learned that these two men were Martial Artists, both disciples of Hongmen. At that time, because Lin Fan intervened, the two men even thought Lin Fan was also a Martial Artist and asked if he wanted to attend a gathering.

The two men introduced themselves: one was named Li Chenghu, the other was Hong Jinmao.

At that time, Lin Fan only listened casually and didn't take it to heart. He thought it was a chance encounter and likely wouldn't meet these two again.

How did this matter bring in this Hongmen disciple?

Hong Jinmao is part of the Martial Arts world, and Ye Tianyu, who escaped, moves like a Martial Artist as well. This is starting to make sense.

Lin Fan said, "What a coincidence. I know this Hong Jinmao; he's a Martial Artist and a Hongmen disciple. Are you friends with him?"

Lin Fan looked at Big Fool.

Big Fool said, "Yes, he is my friend."

Lin Fan said, "Tell me how you met. He visits you more frequently than your parents. You have a good relationship."

Big Fool said, "What does my relationship with Brother Mao have to do with this? Why are you asking?"

Loli said coldly, "Cut the crap. Just tell us!"

Big Fool glanced at Loli, finding her much more stern than Lin Fan. Not as easy to talk to.

"Fine. Brother Mao and I have been good friends for many years. Since my mom is elderly and can't visit, he's been visiting on her behalf." Big Fool said.

Lin Fan asked, "What do you talk about when you meet with Hong Jinmao?"

Big Fool said, "We just talk about my family situation. My mom is old, I'm in prison, and I've asked Brother Mao to look after her. My mom always worries about me, so after visiting, Brother Mao would take my situation back to her. It's that simple."

Lin Fan said, "It seems Hong Jinmao is indeed a good friend."

Big Fool said, "Of course, my relationship with Brother Mao is rock solid."

Lin Fan smiled slightly, "You sound convincing. Unfortunately, you're lying."

Loli didn't understand. Big Fool sounded genuine; how did Lin Fan know he was lying?

Lin Fan's Insight is truly impressive.

Big Fool said with a bitter smile, "Officer, why do you keep saying I'm lying? I'm not lying. Everything I've said is true."

Lin Fan said, "Fine, whether you're lying or not, we will check later. I can ask Hong Jinmao and your mom, and we'll know. Maybe you colluded with Hong Jinmao to lie, but I believe your mom can't hide anything."

Big Fool's expression changed, "Officer, my mom is old. Please don't disturb her. This matter has nothing to do with her. She's just an elderly lady."

Lin Fan said, "If you don't want me to disturb your mom, tell me the truth and save everyone trouble. Ye Tianyu has escaped, so there's no need for you to hide anything."

Loli snorted coldly, "If it turns out you were involved in Ye Tianyu's escape, you will face charges for withholding information and conspiracy. Your sentence will increase. You said your mother is old and sick. If you don't want her to never see you free, keep lying! Your only way out is to cooperate with our investigation and seek leniency."

Big Fool was silent.

Lin Fan turned and said, "Forget it, I don't think he will say anything useful. Let's go find Hong Jinmao; there's definitely something odd about him."

Loli nodded, looking coldly at Big Fool, "You've missed your only chance to reduce your sentence. When we uncover the truth, prepare for a longer sentence!"

The two were about to leave.

"Wait!" Big Fool suddenly raised his head and stopped them.

Loli said, "What is it?"

Big Fool's expression changed abruptly; he no longer seemed like a clueless fool. His eyes gleamed with intelligence.

Indeed, his foolishness was just an act.

"My escape with Brother Yu has nothing to do with me; I'm just a messenger!" Big Fool said. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

Loli frowned, "What do you mean?"

Big Fool said, "Last August, Hong Jinmao found me, asking me to help him with something for a considerable reward. I have no skills; I usually work on construction sites and don't earn much. At that time, my mom was ill and needed surgery, which cost a lot. I was helpless. For the money, I agreed to Hong Jinmao's request."

Loli asked, "What did he ask you to do?"

Big Fool said, "He wanted me to go to prison."

"What?" Loli was taken aback. Hong Jinmao wanted Big Fool to go to prison? Why?

Big Fool said, "I didn't know what he wanted either and thought he was joking. But when he threw a thick wad of cash in front of me, I knew he meant it. So, I agreed."

Loli scratched her head; someone actually paid to go to prison. What kind of situation is this?

Big Fool said, "After my mom's surgery, I followed Hong Jinmao's plan and committed a robbery. Everything went as planned. I got caught and soon sentenced and imprisoned here. At the time, I still didn't know why Hong Jinmao wanted me in prison. It wasn't until the first prison visit that Hong Jinmao asked me to relay a message."

Loli asked, "Ye Tianyu?"

Big Fool nodded, "Yes."

Loli frowned, "You mean Hong Jinmao put you in prison just to relay messages to Ye Tianyu? Why not visit Ye Tianyu directly?"

Big Fool shrugged, "I don't know."

Loli asked, "What messages did he have you pass to Ye Tianyu?"

Big Fool said, "Most times, it's just a sentence: All is well. Until three days ago, during the visit, a different message this time: They're coming."

They're coming!

Indeed, the short person was not lying. The conversation between Big Fool and Ye Tianyu was about "They're coming."

"Who's coming?" Lin Fan asked.

Big Fool shook his head, "Who knows? Hong Jinmao just said those four words, and I passed them directly to Brother Yu."

This time, Big Fool wasn't lying. Lin Fan asked, "How did Ye Tianyu react upon hearing the message?"

Big Fool recalled, "He repeated those words, his expression changed; he seemed a bit panicked but quickly regained calm. I didn't think much about it then, but today Brother Yu escaped."

Lin Fan and Loli exchanged glances, it seemed Ye Tianyu's escape was connected to those four words: They're coming.

This matter has many unresolved issues. Why did Hong Jinmao use Big Fool as a messenger instead of contacting Ye directly?

Who are the "they" that are coming?

Lin Fan said, "We need to ask Hong Jinmao. If I'm correct, Ye Tianyu will surely contact Hong Jinmao after escaping."

This Hong Jinmao being a Martial Artist adds a mysterious flavor to this affair.