Chapter 44 The big-headed monster baby

　　I wrapped my arms around Ling's waist to comfort her, and Ling simply leaned against me, resting her head on my shoulder and closing her eyes to rest. Having had a sleepless night, her body couldn't take such a toll.　　I asked the bald elderly teacher to continue his story. The murder case at the solar power plant had piqued my curiosity, especially since it had happened in my hometown. I had no reason not to be concerned.　　Just then, someone else boarded the vehicle, and Blackie helped them get on.　　It was a mother and son. The mother was only in her early twenties, and her son was still in a swaddling cloth.　　I looked at this woman. She was an ordinary rural wife, with a small nose and small eyes. Though wrapped in a cheap cotton coat, her sturdy build was evident—the kind needed for rough farm work in our rural area. At that moment, her face was filled with sorrow as she stared blankly at the infant in her arms. The baby was fast asleep. From my vantage point, at first glance, I didn't notice anything unusual. But then I felt something was off and took another look,