Approaching Science

With the evidence irrefutable, Wang He finally dropped his facade in the face of Jiang Su's interrogation and began to explain.

The story he told this time was completely different from what he had said before.

As it turned out, Wang He was none other than the biological son of Wang Heng, the crew member who had gone missing from the fishing vessel Windbreaker.

This easily explained how Wang He had passed the DNA test.

At the same time, since he bore a striking resemblance to his father, it made sense that he would be recognized as the missing crewman "Wang Heng" after meeting with the relatives.

Thirty-two years ago.

Wang Heng was an intern sailor, working as a deckhand on the Windbreaker.

Because the ship lacked strict supervision, violence and bullying were frequent occurrences on board.

As an intern, Wang Heng not only did all the dirty and exhausting work but was also constantly bullied and beaten by the older sailors.

During the voyage before the Windbreaker went missing, they had indeed encountered a school of cod.

Wang Heng had participated in the fishing operation as well.

However, due to his lack of experience and the physical exhaustion from the high-intensity labor, he had been careless while hauling the nets. A momentary lapse in focus caused the cable in his hands to snap under the improper tension.

The fishing net and the cod sank into the sea together.

The captain of the Windbreaker was furious, beat Wang Heng severely, and ordered him to be locked in the cabin.

That night, driven by hunger and thirst, Wang Heng pried open the cabin door and snuck out to find food.

As soon as he stepped out, he ran into Wang Li, the older sailor on duty who loved to abuse him the most.

In the ensuing struggle, Wang Heng accidentally killed Wang Li.

Extreme panic and confusion about the future flooded Wang Heng's heart, yet killing Wang Li also served as a release for the repression he had felt deep down.

Driven by a desperate urge to survive, Wang Heng lost his sanity and committed an act he could not even believe himself.

While the crew was fast asleep, he found a knife in the kitchen and spent the night slitting the throats of every single crew member on the Windbreaker.

Then, he cut the radio, causing the Windbreaker to lose all contact with the mainland.

Once he calmed down, Wang Heng was terrified and helpless. He dared not return, for he knew what awaited him if he did.

Thus, he steered the Windbreaker and sailed aimlessly across the vast ocean.

After the fuel ran out, he arrived at a small island nation, where he lived in seclusion and started a new life. He married a local woman, and years later, Wang He was born.

Wang He had studied dance and acting since childhood, aspiring to become a big star.

However, no one appreciated his talent; he hit wall after wall and achieved nothing.

An accidental discovery led him to his father's secret.

From that moment on, a bold idea sprouted in Wang He's mind.

With paranormal events currently a hot topic on the internet, he thought of a way to make himself famous overnight.

He would impersonate his father, sail the old Windbreaker back to Donglong Port, and use the identity of a "time traveler" to gain online attention and become a celebrity.

If the plan succeeded, it would be hard for him not to become famous.

To make the plan more perfect, Wang He begged his father to tell him his private secrets and past social connections.

Wang Heng had originally refused, but he could not withstand his son's constant pleading. Eventually, he gave in and disclosed his secrets and private life in detail.

Afterward, Wang He began his plan.

To create an eerie atmosphere for the return of the Windbreaker, he did not add fuel to the ship before departure. Instead, he set sail by taking advantage of the warm currents and seasonal winds blowing toward the southwest.

In the end, the Windbreaker sailed into Donglong Port, becoming the widely discussed "Donglong Port Ghost Ship Incident," which caused a public outcry and a sensation.

After listening to Wang He's explanation, Jiang Su finally understood the ins and outs of the matter.

Everything made sense now.

Because Wang He was Wang Heng's son, he passed the DNA test. Because he knew Wang Heng's past social connections and private life, and looked very similar to him, he passed the family verification.

The most critical point.

The Windbreaker was incredibly dilapidated, yet "Wang Heng" remained young; the answer to this mystery was now clear.

In Jiang Su's view, this plan was seamless.

As Wang Heng's son, he was indeed capable of pulling off such a switch.

Unfortunately for him, he had encountered someone who possessed analytical abilities.

Otherwise, if Wang He had refused to confess, no one would have ever known the truth hidden in the shadows.

After hearing Wang He's explanation, Jiang Su could not help but marvel in his heart.

At this moment, a notification sound rang in Jiang Su's mind.

[Night Watchman Mission: Donglong Port Ghost Ship Incident]

Mission Progress: Complete

Task Difficulty: Low

Task Rewards: 1000 Soul Power, 1000 Divine Power, Exploration Compass.

Next Mandatory Task Start Time: 4 days, 23 hours, 59 minutes (Optional tasks can still be accepted)

Seeing the task rewards, Jiang Su couldn't help but burst into laughter.

He had originally expected a fierce battle during the mission, but he never imagined it would be completed so easily in this manner.

Although the process was convoluted, once he obtained the true information about "Wang Heng," the clues updated, and the task system found him the answer through online information retrieval.

It could be said that the rewards for this mission were essentially picked up for free.

"How will you deal with me?" Wang He looked at Jiang Su at this moment, asking with a bitter expression.

"After I leave, someone else will come to question you. Just repeat your situation to them then. Since you've confessed, you'll just be sentenced to death; it's no big deal," Jiang Su grinned.

Hearing these words, Wang He was clearly terrified.

Since the mission was completed, Jiang Su had no intention of staying here any longer.

With time to spare for idle chatter, he might as well go back to mining, get stronger sooner, and then teach those young people who don't follow the code of martial arts how to respect their elders.

Thinking of this, Jiang Su walked to the window, glanced downward, and pushed it open.

Then, to Wang He's utter astonishment, Jiang Su leaped out, jumping down from the third floor.

Since he didn't use any Night Watchman abilities, Jiang Su wasn't worried at all about being erased by that mysterious person.

The cost of manifesting a Low-level Invisibility Talisman made his heart ache immensely.

Wouldn't it be better to spend that money on improving his own abilities?

That night.

The media reported extensively on the truth behind the "Donglong Port Ghost Ship Incident."

Officials even stepped forward to debunk the rumors, providing a series of evidence and a video of the person involved, Wang He, confessing, proving that this whole affair was nothing more than a farce.

The mysterious Donglong Port Ghost Ship incident, which had troubled a large number of netizens, was thus brought to light.

The netizens who had been constantly promoting the Donglong Port Ghost Ship incident online were also completely silenced.

The truth gave them a sense of déjà vu, as if they had just watched an episode of "Approaching Science."

Great thunder, little rain, and a ridiculous ending.

Tang Yu, who was behind the scenes, received the feedback that Jiang Su had completed the task and reviewed the entire investigation process through a playback.

The truth made him feel ashamed.

At the same time, seeing Jiang Su take the task rewards from his hands so easily, he felt like he had seemingly lost out.

However, thinking about how his worker getting stronger would create more benefits for him in the future, Tang Yu felt better again.

Thanks to Yu Sheng Ke Ban, Book Friend 168502110433510, and Meng Dening for the tips~

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