Los Angeles Legendary Sleuth

"Wasn't your goal revenge? Why say you want to save more people?" Luke picked up on the implication; when a person's motive changes, their method of committing a crime also changes. Fresh chapters posted on NoveIꜰire.net

Thomas Colley's gaze flashed with sharpness, "What I despise isn't just Kerman Pharmaceutical Company, but also this unethical system of test subjects. I wanted to use Rochelle Horn's death to draw more attention to this industry of test subjects."

"Only then can this industry possibly be abolished, which is my ultimate goal."

"Was the letter reporting the illegal human experiments by Kerman Pharmaceutical Company also mailed to the TV tower by Rochelle Horn at your behest?"

"That's right, only in this way will Rochelle Horn's death garner more attention, and more people will resist Kerman Pharmaceutical Company and the system of test subjects.

So far, it seems to be working quite well.

The people of Los Angeles are quite just; I believe they will soon take to the streets." A smile appeared on Thomas Colley's face.

Luke moved on to the next question, "Why kidnap Lydia Kuni's daughter?"

"If possible, I'd like to apologize in person to that girl. I never intended to harm her, it was just a last resort," Thomas Colley spread his hands, explaining,

"Rochelle Horn's death, though damaging to Kerman Pharmaceutical Company's reputation, I felt wasn't enough. I wanted to destroy their experimental results too, hence the idea to set fire to Kerman Pharmaceutical Company's lab building.

We needed an insider to lead the way, so we kidnapped Lydia Kuni's daughter. Actually, even if you hadn't rescued the little girl, I would have sent her away in a couple of days."

Blackie mocked, "You're such a kind person, I almost doubt if putting you in that chair was a mistake."

"I know you might not believe it, but I'm telling the truth."

Luke crossed out another question, "Why kill Walda Becker?"

Thomas Colley rubbed his chin, "That guy deserved to die. He was never a good person, always greedy for profit.

But then again, if he hadn't been greedy, he wouldn't have done this with me.

However, I didn't have that much money to give him, or rather, I'm not as wealthy as he imagined, so under those circumstances, I had to take him out.

Otherwise, he'd surely create trouble, and the whole plan would fail, rendering Rochelle Horn's death meaningless."

"Were there any others involved in your plan?"

"No, too many people would increase the risk of leaks."

Luke summarized, "So, the Rochelle Horn murder case, the kidnapping of Lydia Kuni's daughter, the arson at Kerman Pharmaceutical Company, and the murder of Walda Becker were all orchestrated and executed by you."

"Yes," Thomas Colley nodded forcefully, "I believe it's worth it. Kerman Pharmaceutical Company has been punished as it should be, and more people are now noticing the inhumane job of test subjects.

Even though I've been caught, my goal has been achieved.

Trust me, without the job of test subjects, the world will be a better place."

Blackie said, "Listen, I don't like the job of test subjects either, and I know it can harm some people.

But you also need to know that developing new drugs is to save people; once a drug hits the market, it can save more patients.

From a certain perspective..."

Thomas Colley's voice suddenly raised, interrupting Blackie, "Birth, aging, sickness, and death are parts of life. If one falls ill, they can be treated, but don't over-treat.

The human body has a degree of self-healing; overusing medication only makes the body weaker.

If it's a disease that truly can't be cured, then face death calmly.

Lying in bed, life sustained by drugs, is that meaningful?

Moreover, all human lives are equal; no one has the obligation to be a guinea pig for curing others' diseases.

This is unethical and should incur divine punishment."

Thomas Colley stared at Luke and Blackie, seemingly seeking their approval or expecting them to refute him.

Luke shrugged, "I'm not interested in this profound topic. Save it for the court to tell the jury and the judge.

If you can convince them, perhaps you won't have to go to jail."

Thomas Colley spoke with determination, "I will!"

Then, Luke packed up and left the interrogation room with Blackie.

Blackie caught up to Luke, pointing at his head, "Captain, do you think this guy's got a screw loose?"

"No, he's quite clear-headed."

"Then what do you make of what he just said?"

Luke sneered, "Full of lies."

Blackie frowned, "What do you mean?"

"Forget what he just said. His spiel was just to misdirect you."

"Could it be that Walda Becker wasn't killed by him?"

"Walda Becker was likely killed by him, but there's truth and falsehood in his words. He must be hiding some crucial clues..."

The reason why Luke didn't expose the other party during the interrogation was threefold: First, the other party had already confessed.

Second, to lull the opponent into a false sense of security, making them think the police believed his words, to see if he'd slip up.