Murder warrants a death sentence, but accidental killing might only lead to a few years in prison. Wang Xiang wasn't familiar with most things, but he had heard others explain the intricacies of this matter.
So when Liu Jinghui mentioned murder, Wang Xiang's face instantly changed. He hurriedly said, "It really was an accident. After the person died, we didn't know what to do. Wang Yuxian said that the police would definitely check the surveillance footage once they arrived. Then he said he knew there was a well down there and told me to hide it inside."
Wang Xiang's bottom line had been broken down step by step. Initially, he had been thinking about how to evade punishment. Later, he was prepared to admit to some minor crime. By now, he was even starting to think that being an accomplice in accidental manslaughter might be acceptable.
Even so, Liu Jinghui continued to press him relentlessly.
