I know it is not a duty that he takes pleasure in doing, but... for the good of all of us, he is doing so. [ a pause, and xie lian huffs, a quiet little laugh. ] ...I would've rathered to be the one to do it, but we thought it best to protect my role just in case.

I wish you the best of luck this evening. I hope you will be able to find evidence that can help - it feels like we are starting to narrow down upon them.