Chapter 348 Danny
eight pm.
Luke rides Harley to Daisy's house.
The lights were on in Daisy's house, and Luke was not in a hurry, so he smoked a cigarette before going in.
Luke walked into the room and saw Daisy walking down from the second floor, wrapped in a bath towel, "Just finished taking a shower?"
"I have been busy with the case all day, take a bath and relax."
"It's a pity, I wish I had come sooner."
Daisy walked to the tea table, picked up the red wine bottle and poured a glass of wine, "You drank a lot today, do you want another glass?"
"Why not?" Luke took the glass and took a sip of the wine.
Daisy took out a delicate bag from under the coffee table, "Happy Birthday."
Luke was a little surprised, "Thank you, how do you know my birthday is today?"
Daisy tilted her head slightly, "Please, I'm just busy with work, and I'm not stupid."
Luke opened the bag and inside was a delicate box with a crown logo printed on it, and when the lid was opened, it was a beautiful Rolex watch.
Black dial, gold hands, gold edge, leather watch, looks fashionable, grand and upscale.
Daisy took the watch and put it on Luke's wrist, "Do you like it?"
"Of course, I like it very much, but I have never been willing to buy it. Is it expensive?"
"It's not too expensive, only over three thousand dollars.
I originally wanted to buy you a more expensive watch, but considering that you have to perform tasks, I bought this one. "
Luke said, "I will wear it when I am on vacation.
I can't bear to scratch the gift you gave me. "
"No, I bought this watch for you to use at work. Don't worry about wearing it. If it breaks, I will give you a new one."
"I finally know why many men like to eat soft rice, I will always wear it." Luke put his arms around Daisy and kissed her on the cheek.
"You smell like alcohol, go wash up first, I have prepared other gifts."
"And presents? What?"
"You'll find out soon."
"You successfully aroused my curiosity."
Luke spent most of the day at the pet store today, so he really needs to take a good bath.
Luke came out of the shower, but Daisy was not in the bedroom, probably to prepare a gift, Luke was not in a hurry, and turned on the TV.
Watching TV while waiting for her.
A moment later, the door of the cloakroom opened. Daisy was wearing a thin, semi-transparent pajamas, and she could faintly see the graceful figure inside, black stockings and underwear.
Daisy is a big beauty in the first place, with a delicate appearance and a curvy figure, and wearing this dress, as long as a straight man can't control it.
Daisy walked to the bed, sat straight on Luke's lap, and whispered softly, "Do you like this gift?"
“All the surprises today can’t compare to this moment.”
It was past ten o'clock in the evening, and the two poker games were over.
Intermission.
Daisy went to the bathroom to wash up, and Luke lay in bed watching TV.
Luke can also be regarded as the management of the police force. Although the rank is not high, his position is more important.
He pays more attention to the news in Los Angeles now. It is not a trivial matter to be on the news, but as long as it is related to murder, it may involve Luke.
Luke changed several channels in a row, all broadcasting the same news.
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Danny Carter has been arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department for allegedly assaulting a 20-year-old female fan.
Americans love sports. The NBA has the most influence in the world, but basketball only ranks third in the United States, and rugby ranks first in influence.
In February of this year, the Los Angeles Rams just won the Super Bowl championship. This is also the first time the Rams have won the Super Bowl championship after 23 years.
Danny Carter is very eye-catching in the Super Bowl game, with a four-year extension and a salary of up to 80 million US dollars.
The bathroom door opened, Daisy came out in her pajamas, and lay on the other side of the bed, "You are also following this case, do you have any inside information?"
Luke laughed, "No, I didn't participate in this case, but I'm just curious. A rich and famous man like this should have no shortage of women. Why do you have to insist?"
"Maybe he's innocent."
Luke looked at Daisy's tender cheeks, "You are also his fan."
"No, I'm his lawyer."
"real or fake?"
"What's your tone, doubting my ability?"
"No, I just thought you were young..."
Daisy glared at Luke, "Lawyers rely on ability, not seniority, and I went to school early...can't I?"
"Of course." Luke changed the subject, "This is a big case, so there should be a lot of commissions, right?"
"Roughly estimated, there should be several million dollars, but money is not the most important thing, what is more important is the influence of the case."
"Then aren't you a little rich woman?"
"It's not as simple as you said. First of all, the lawsuit must be won. Secondly, I am just a lawyer in the legal team, and there are two other female lawyers who are older, more experienced, and more famous than me."
"Are they all female lawyers?"
“Yes, it is easier for female lawyers to gain the trust of the jury in this kind of lawsuit, and they are more convincing.”
Luke asked curiously, "Does Danny Carter have strong female fans?"
"He admitted that he had a relationship with a female fan, but on the premise of mutual consent."
"Do you trust him?"
"Of course, I'm his lawyer."
"What if you're not his lawyer?"
Daisy didn't answer directly, but looked at Luke, "Are you interested?"
"Of course, this kind of big star scandal is a news that the whole people pays attention to. Everyone will be curious. This is the best topic of conversation after dinner.
My mother and uncle must be dying of curiosity. "
"So are you interested in joining this case?"
"What's the meaning?"
"Danny Carter has already hired three lawyers, and may invite a fourth, or even a fifth. I think there are enough lawyers.
Rather than having more defense attorneys, it would be better to hire a good detective.
If more new clues can be unearthed, it is more valuable than hiring a few more lawyers.
Interested? "
"Honestly... not much interest."
"Why?"
"He wants to hire a lawyer, not a detective, so what am I? Your deputy?"
"No, that's not what I meant.
You are responsible for investigating new leads in the case, and I am responsible for making these evidences play their due role in court.
Danny Carter has been living in Los Angeles, must have heard of your reputation, I believe he will be very willing to hire. "
"How about my commission?"
"It's the same as the lawyers in the legal team, what do you think?"
"Sounds good, but I need to talk to him first before deciding." Luke is not a lawyer, he has a moral bottom line, and will not help strong criminals get away with crimes.
…
seven in the morning.
Daisy gets up on time and washes up.
Compared with the past, she seemed a little excited today. This was the first time Daisy received this kind of celebrity case, whether it was popularity, influence, or commission, she had never encountered it before.
She was able to receive this case due to luck. Firstly, she relied on the relationship of the law firm. Danny Carter was originally a client of the law firm. Secondly, because of gender reasons, most of the male enhancement cases involved were female defense lawyers.
She wanted Luke to intervene in the case as a detective for many reasons.
First of all, Danny Carter has already hired 3 lawyers, and may hire more lawyers in the future, but Daisy thinks this case is not too complicated, 3 lawyers are enough, no more What's the use, it's better to hire a well-known detective like Luke.
Luke has solved several major crimes in Los Angeles. No one doubts his ability to solve crimes. With his joining, more clues that are beneficial to Danny Carter can be unearthed, and the help to the case is more obvious.
Secondly, Daisy is the youngest of the three lawyers, and it is almost impossible for her to defend in court, but with Luke joining, it is different. With the relationship between Luke and her, Luke found clues He would definitely tell her first that with Luke's help, she would have the possibility to appear in court.
This case has a high degree of attention, and her popularity will also increase.
The last point is that the commission for this kind of case is relatively high, even if it is shared by several people, it is still a considerable amount of income. Instead of letting outsiders share a piece of the pie, it is better to let Luke benefit.
Various thoughts flashed through her mind, and Daisy also made breakfast with this effort.
She usually eats a simple breakfast, milk, fruit, and a sandwich, but Luke eats a lot. With Luke here, she will also fry bacon and ham.
At the dinner table, the two chatted a few more words.
After dinner, Daisy went to the law firm, and Luke returned to the community.
After Harley drove into the community, Luke didn't go home immediately, but went to the UPS smart self-pickup locker on the east side of the community to pick up his things.
Yesterday, Luke's father also sent a birthday gift, but Luke was not at home, so the courier temporarily put it in the pick-up cabinet.
Luke opened the pick-up cabinet. It was a cardboard box 20 centimeters long, 10 centimeters wide, and 8 centimeters high. It seemed that the gift would not be too big.
Luke was not in a hurry. When he got home, he put Harley in the garage, sprinkled a handful of fish food in the fish tank, and watched the colorful little fish eat happily.
Luke watched a seemingly boring thing for two minutes.
The fish food was almost eaten, and Luke used the key to open the express carton. There was a gray cardboard box inside, and there was a transparent plastic bag outside the box.
Luke cut open the plastic bag and opened the box. Inside was a black spring-loaded telescopic knife. The handle was heavy, and there was a switch above the handle. Push it forward, and a sharp blade popped out with serrations on the back.
The switch moves back, and the blade retracts again.
Luke measured it with a ruler. The handle is about 12.5cm long, the blade is about 11cm long, and the total length is 23.5cm.
After retracting the blade, the handle is only 12.5cm, which is convenient to carry.
As a policeman, you will inevitably encounter accidents. You need an extra dagger and an extra self-defense tool.
…
Two o'clock in the afternoon.
Daisy led Luke to the Marriott Hotel.
The two got off the elevator and entered the corridor on the 7th floor. Luke asked, "Does the suspect have no residence in Los Angeles?"
Daisy corrected, "It's the client."
"Sorry, it's easy to say."
“He has a villa in Beverly Hills, but the villa is full of reporters, which is too inconvenient.
Lived in the hotel after being released on bail. "
"Where's his family?"
"He is divorced and has a child raised by his ex-wife."
“A famous and rich bachelor must have a colorful life.”
"That's right, the bail money is also very generous." Daisy complained, walked to the door, and rang the doorbell, "Ding dong."
After a while, the door opened.
Standing at the door was a black guy in his twenties, with thick lips and headphones hanging around his neck. He was less than 180cm tall, with broad shoulders and a muscular build.
"Hello, Attorney Ellis."
"Mr. Carter, let me introduce you, this is..."
Danny Carter interrupted Daisy, "No introduction.
I know Captain Luke Lee and have read his news. He is a real tough guy. "
"I also watched your game, the fastest player in the game."
Daisy laughed, "You two gentlemen, can you flatter each other after entering the room?"
Danny Carter stepped aside, "Please come in.
Sorry, the house is a little messy, and I don't want people to come in and clean it right now. "
Daisy said, "You are right, the fewer people you contact now, the better."
"I know, be careful with your words and deeds." Danny Carter sighed and sat down on the sofa, "I regret it to death, I shouldn't go home with her that day.
Officer Luke, can I call you that? "
"Just call me Luke." Luke is now helping him investigate as a detective.
Some time ago, Ortie had already applied for a detective certificate for him, which was endorsed by the Pinkerton Detective Agency, so there was no need for Luke to bother.
"Me too, just call me Danny.
Luke, I know you have handled many big cases. Is a case like mine a piece of cake for you? "
"Danny, before officially accepting your commission, I want to talk to you first."
Danny Carter shrugged, "OK, what are you talking about?"
"I heard from Ellis' lawyer that you were accused of participating in a strong case?"
"Yes."
"What is the name of the person who sues you?"
"Billie Warwick."
"When did you have contact?"
"The evening of November 18."
"Have you known each other before?"
"No."
"Did you have **** on the night of November 18?"
"Yes."
"Did you force her?"
"Absolutely not.
She said that she is my fan, likes me very much, and is also very enthusiastic.
Invited me to her house for a cup of coffee, and a relationship started naturally. "
"Then why did she call the police?"
"I don't know, I regret it now, I shouldn't have trusted her."
Luke kept staring at the other party, and didn't see signs of lying on the other party's face.
In other words, he is innocent.
"OK, let's talk about delegation."
Danny Carter breathed a sigh of relief, "Thank you for your willingness to help me.
I need your expert support right now, if you are not willing to help...I will be very helpless. "
Daisy has already negotiated about the entrustment and commission. Luke intervenes in the case as a detective consultant, and also occupies a lawyer's seat. He can get the same percentage of commission as Daisy.
Of course, this is only on the surface. In fact, Luke does not need to be commissioned by the law firm, and his income is much higher than that of Daisy.
"Danny, I want you to describe how you came into contact with Billie Warwick. The more detailed the better."
"What a bad memory..." Danny Carter took a sip from the wine glass on the tea table,
“We had training that day, and after the end we went to the bar for a drink. Our team had an agreement not to drink too much alcohol. I just had a beer and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of the bar.
At the bar, I met Billie Warwick, who claimed to be a fan of mine, and we had a good chat.
I bought her a drink and we danced together on the dance floor...
It felt good at the time. "
"What time did you arrive at the bar, which bar?"
"Camwell Street, West Bar, I arrived at about eight o'clock and left the bar at ten o'clock."
"Is there surveillance in the bar?"
"I don't know very well."
"Did anyone see you two together?"
"Yes, my two teammates."
"Where did you guys go after you left the bar?"
"It's not easy to take a taxi in that place, so I proposed to drive her home, and she agreed.
In the car, we chatted happily.
I asked her if she had a boyfriend and she said she was single.
I drove her to the door of her house, she took the initiative to invite me in for coffee, parked the car at her door, and went home with her. "
Danny Carter picked up the cigarette, lit it and took a sip, "We had another drink, the atmosphere was great...
I kissed her, she didn't say no, and played poker. "
"Where did you guys play poker?"
"On her couch."
"How long did it take from the kiss to the end?"
"Seven or eight minutes."
"Did she resist verbally or physically at that time?"
"No."
"How long was the physical contact?"
"I was very excited at the time, and it only took two or three minutes."
"Is there any genetic material left?"
"Yes."
"How many times?"
"just one time."
Luke felt a little abnormal. How could such a young and strong guy have only one encounter with a beautiful girl he just met?
"What happened after that?"
"We went to her bedroom, she went to take a shower, I played with my phone on the bed, and then, I heard a familiar sound of a car...
I went to the window to check and my car had been taken away.
It's my new Porsche 911, and when I chase it out...my car is gone, I can't even see the tail lights. "
"What time was it?"
"About eleven o'clock."
"Did you call the police?"
"Yeah, I called the police and then went to deal with the stolen car.
The next morning I was working out in the yard and the police came to my house and thought they had found my car.
Turns out it wasn't the same cops at all, the new cops asked for my name and said Billie Warwick had called the police and claimed I had strengthened her last night.
I explained to them, but they didn't listen at all, and took him directly to the police station.
I swear to God, I'm telling the truth, I didn't force anyone, Billie Warwick absolutely voluntarily. "
Luke Q&A, "When did Billie Warwick call the police?"
"The morning of November 19th."
"Did you find your car?"
"No. That's what got me mad too, my car was stolen and the police didn't respond at all.
Someone falsely accused me, and the police arrested me directly.
Luke, can your Robbery and Murder Division take over this case? "
"It may be possible if something happens to Billie Warwick."
"Are you joking?"
"No, I'm serious."
(end of this chapter)