klisemfg Chapter 446, Part 3: Gu Jiapigou
Chapter 446, Part 3: Gu Jiapigou
Upon hearing the sound, Lu Yao quickly got up and dressed.
The boy who loves himself is back.
Although annoying, it still has its uses; we still need it to pull the electricity.
As soon as Shi Shouyin entered the outer room, he bowed to Jiang Guizhi:
"Happy New Year, Auntie! I'm wishing you a Happy New Year!"
Jiang Guizhi was taken aback.
He immediately recognized him; he didn't see this person in the wool coat very often, and it all came to mind right away:
"Oh, Director Shi, what a distinguished guest! Come in, please!"
Director Shi asked, "Is Xiaoqian awake? May I have someone bring in the gifts?"
He appeared so polite.
Lu Yao had already gotten out of bed and put on his shoes.
The speed at which he dressed, almost like a soldier, startled Xiaoqian, who was reading a book nearby.
"Brother, when did you get up? How come you were out of bed in the blink of an eye?"
As soon as the door opened, Shi Shouyin walked in with a big smile on his face:
"Brother Lu, Happy New Year!"
Turning around, I saw Lu Xiaoqian:
"Happy New Year, Xiaoqian!"
With that innocent-looking smile, anyone who didn't know him would think he was a very kind and approachable person.
Two henchmen followed behind, carrying things inside.
These are all specialties of Liaochun.
There were two roast chickens, and the aroma was irresistible as soon as they were brought in.
"This was made by the most famous chef at our Liaochun Zui Baxian Restaurant. Try it in a bit! I also brought you two bottles of Moutai."
At that time, although Moutai was not being speculated to be priced exorbitantly, it was still not something that ordinary people could afford.
The kid brought two bottles with him.
Even when giving gifts to superiors, you probably don't need to bring this much stuff.
They placed a large pile of gifts on the cabinet lid and then told the person carrying the gifts to go outside and wait.
Lu Yao remained expressionless:
"You're back just in time; I need your help with something."
"What is it? Just tell me."
After being beaten by Lu Yao, Shi Shouyin dared not mention liking Lu Yao again, but he still seemed to feel very close to him.
He took out the Da Zhong Jiu and handed it to Lu Yao.
Lu Yao and he didn't need to be polite:
"I want to get electricity installed in Jiapigou, but I don't know anyone at the power company. Could you help me contact them?"
"Okay! Everyone's at work today, how about I take you there in a bit?"
Lu Yao smiled. This kid really is a good dog, always ready to help others in need.
"Okay, you go back first, I'll come over after I eat."
Shi Shouyin waved his hand: "Then why do we have to go separately? Let's go together. I'll wait. You eat."
As he spoke, he slid off to the edge of the kang (a heated brick bed) and leaned his back against the wall.
Jiang Guizhi gestured for Lu Xiaoqian to put the food on the table, then brought in dumplings:
"Come on, Director Shi, have some dumplings."
Shi Shouyin quickly waved his hand: "No, no, no, I've already eaten, you guys eat."
Jiang Guizhi, however, refused to agree.
They brought so many things so early in the morning, how could we not let them have a meal?
Quickly pull him over to sit down.
Shi Shouyin looked at Lu Yao:
"So...should I eat it or not? My aunt wants me to eat dumplings."
Lu Yao couldn't help but laugh: "Whatever, eat if you haven't eaten yet, stop pretending!"
Shi Shouyin immediately laughed:
"Auntie, let me serve it to you."
He went out to help Jiang Guizhi carry the dumplings, plate by plate.
"Brother, your plates are all chipped. Next time I come, I'll bring you a set of Jingdezhen porcelain from my place."
Jiang Guizhi was delighted by his attentiveness.
I never imagined my son had such a big influence.
As a housewife, she was unaware of the dangers of the world and believed that anyone who was good to her son was a good person. She was truly close to Shi Shouyin.
They also wanted to invite outsiders to eat together, but Shi Shouyin refused.
Lu Yao was indifferent to Shi Shouyin, and Shi Shouyin didn't care at all.
Lu Yao went out to set off firecrackers for the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, and Shi Shouyin followed with the firecrackers.
She was as attentive as a little follower.
When eating dumplings, everyone praised Jiang Guizhi's skills in making the filling.
After eating, Lu Yao originally wanted to visit the Ding family before leaving, but since Shi Shouyin was there, he decided not to go and simply put on his clothes and went into the city with him to run errands.
There were still two jeeps escorting them from the outside.
Hou Yu and the others bowed and saluted when they saw Lu Yao.
Once in the car, Shi Shouyin and Lu Yao sat in the back seat.
Shi Shouyin reiterated his old point:
"Brother, the New Year is over. Have you thought about coming to help me out? I've already visited Jiapigou three times!"
Lu Yao shook his head: "I've already said that I don't want to leave the countryside for the time being. It has nothing to do with how many times you've come here."
Shi Shouyin scratched his head, looking quite regretful.
"It would be a waste of your abilities if you didn't come. I had something important I wanted you to do for me, but never mind."
"What is it?"
Shi Shouyin hesitated for a moment, as if he didn't want to speak, but in the end he did:
"Do you know that Dong-ge got into trouble the year before?"
Lu Yao shook his head: "I live in the countryside, so I don't know much about things in the city. I don't really like Lin Dong; he's too much of a show-off!"
"That's true, I don't like his pretentiousness either, but... he is indeed quite capable."
"What could possibly happen to him?"
"He was arrested by the police. You know Mei Ping and the others, haven't you heard? The county hospital bombing the year before was quite a sensation!"
Lu Yao's heart sank.
This kid's got some good information.
Mei Ping had ordered that Lin Dong's arrest not be revealed to the outside world, and even news reports said that all the criminals were dead.
Since Shi Shouyin knew he wasn't dead, did he also know that he had captured Lin Dong himself?
After all, many people from the Public Security Bureau saw him participate that night.
If he could find out that Lin Dong was not dead, it's hard to say he didn't know anything else.
"Is the bombing you mentioned related to Lin Dong?"
Lu Yao asked questions while observing Shi Shouyin.
It was clear that Shi Shouyin had no intention of testing him.
He said directly, "Brother Lu, although we haven't known each other for long, we've been quite frank with each other..."
Lu Yao cursed inwardly, "Who the hell is confiding in you? I came to the city today to see Lin Dong, hoping he can expose you."
Shi Shouyin continued:
"I know about your deeds. You saved Mei Ping, so you should be acquainted with her. Could you help me find out if Lin Dong really did cause a terrorist incident at the county hospital? I won't let him get away with it. But I want to see him and persuade him to confess properly."
Lu Yao laughed and said, "You know Director Mei, why don't you go yourself? I'm just a lowly militiaman, my voice carries no weight!"
Shi Shouyin sighed again:
"I called Director Mei and told her that Lin Dong wasn't arrested and that he's dead. I'd like you to help me ask her again through you."
"So, if I ask, shouldn't I say the same thing?"
Shi Shouyin shook his head: "Not necessarily. I feel that she said that because she was wary of me, because my information is very accurate. Lin Dong is indeed not dead and is in the Dabei Detention Center."
"Who told you that?"
"Someone on their side! I can't say their name."
Lu Yao looked at Shi Shouyin, and the two stared at each other. Shi Shouyin's eyes flickered slightly.
Lu Yao understood.
This kid is really testing me.
I want to see my own stance.
He had already confirmed that Lin Dong was not dead, and had asked Mei Ping, but Mei Ping naturally wouldn't give him any information.
He's not sure yet whether I'm on Mei Ping's side or on his side.
He must be eager to know, so he simply asked me to do him a favor.