When Chen Lishu and Director Zhang approached, Li Zhiwei and the police officer surnamed Liu were already arguing fiercely.
"Stop acting like a big shot in front of me. I haven't killed anyone or set anything on fire. My legs are my own, and I go wherever I please!"
Officer Liu reached out, grabbed Li Zhiwei by the collar, and threatened, "On my turf, dragons must coil and tigers must crouch. Otherwise, if you push me too far..."
"Push you too far and then what?" Director Zhang asked, hands behind his back, standing at the doorway.
"Who's being nosy..." Officer Liu turned around angrily. Upon seeing Director Zhang, his expression faltered, and he immediately changed his demeanor, speaking respectfully, "Director, why have you come?"
Li Zhiwei seized the opportunity to shake off his hand. Seeing Chen Lishu appear at the door, he quickly walked over. "Are you alright?"
Earlier, he had seen Chen Lishu leave and not return for a long time. He was worried and wanted to go out and check, but the guy surnamed Liu not only blocked him but was also extremely arrogant, leading to their argument.
Chen Lishu shook her head. "I'm fine."
"If I hadn't come, I wouldn't have known this place had become your territory."
"Director, this kid was being difficult. I was just saying a few strong words. Everything was handled according to regulations."
"Handled according to regulations, my foot! That punk, whether he's called Er Biao or San Biao, he started the trouble. Look at your attitude, anyone would think he's your father."
"You!" If Director Zhang hadn't been there to control him, Officer Liu would have certainly thrown a punch and beaten this irritating brat severely.
"How is the investigation going? Young people get heated and have minor arguments; it's not a big problem. Once it's clear who is at fault, let them go."
With Director Zhang's words, Officer Liu dared not delay and nodded with a smile, "The investigation is almost complete. We'll release them now."
"You say release them and release them? Just for your attitude, I'm not leaving." Li Zhiwei turned around and sat back on his original stool, crossing his legs.
Officer Liu gritted his teeth at his rogue behavior. "Don't refuse a toast only to drink a forfeit. Hurry up and leave if I tell you to."
"I've drunk Maotai and Wuliangye, but I've never drunk this 'forfeit' you're talking about."
Director Zhang glared at Officer Liu and said to Li Zhiwei with a smile, "Young comrade, our staff did have a bad attitude. I will definitely criticize and educate him. The police station isn't a place for fun. Since you're fine, you should go."
"I'm telling you, I've eaten everything since I was a child, but I never take being taken advantage of. How do you plan to deal with that 'Biao' fellow?"
Er Biao stepped forward, placed a hand on Li Zhiwei's shoulder, and said with a smile that held a hint of threat, "Brother, let's both take a step back and save the police station some trouble. If you're too insistent, it won't be easy for you out there."
"He must compensate for the shop's losses. As for the physical altercation, I can be magnanimous, but your Officer Liu, I don't think he's needed."
Officer Liu scoffed, "This is a police station. When did it become your place to dictate things? Who do you think you are? Do you believe I can arrest you for obstructing official business and hold you for a couple of days?"
"I don't believe it."
Director Zhang frowned at Li Zhiwei's behavior. Originally, he had wanted to be more lenient with them because of Chen Lishu, but it turned out they were unreasonable troublemakers.
"Director, Director Wan from the Municipal Bureau is here." Just as Director Zhang was about to reprimand them, a police officer entered, followed by a man in his thirties.
"Director Wan." Director Zhang turned and saw the person he was waiting for had arrived, quickly stepping forward to shake his hand.
"Oh?" Wan Liansheng's gaze fell on Chen Lishu, and he couldn't help but exclaim, "Is that you? Do you remember me? We left the zoo after that incident without a chance to thank you."
Chen Lishu was surprised to encounter him here. She smiled politely and nodded.
When Er Biao saw Wan Liansheng greet Chen Lishu, his heart tightened. What this woman said was actually true!
Director Zhang also didn't expect them to know each other. What puzzled him was that if they knew each other, why didn't she directly state Wan Liansheng's name but specifically sought him out? Could there be something more...
"Brother." Li Zhiwei's voice cut through the air. Wan Liansheng thought he misheard. He turned his head to look at the person sitting with crossed legs on the stool inside and was immediately startled.
"Zhiwei, why are you here?"
Brother? Everyone present was stunned for a moment.
"You two?" Director Zhang felt his throat tighten. One he knew, and the other was a relative. He subconsciously glanced at Feng Pangzi, wondering what connection he had. As for Officer Liu, his forehead was already sweating profusely, like a burst dam.
Er Biao felt his legs tremble, and his vision darkened. He had truly run into a tough bunch this time. It was all his fault for being so impulsive! Wan Liansheng smiled and said, "This is my cousin."
...
"Lishu, little sister, you finally came out."
Zhang Xue and Wang Aixiang had tidied up the shop briefly and rushed to the police station entrance to wait. Seeing them finally emerge, they happily rushed forward.
"How was it? Did they say anything?" Zhang Xue asked worriedly, looking at them.
Li Zhiwei flicked his hair with his finger. "What could happen? We were in the right. Not only will they pay for the renovation, but they'll also be held here for ten to fifteen days."
Zhang Xue and Wang Aixiang breathed a sigh of relief. "It's good that nothing happened, good that nothing happened."
"Let's go, I'll treat you to a meal to calm your nerves. Order whatever you like." Chen Lishu waved her hand grandly, and the others happily began to discuss where to go.
Sun Ling, who had been waiting outside out of concern for Li Zhiwei, saw him come out and not even glance at her. The fingers at her sides unconsciously clenched into tight fists.
...
During the day, Lin Qi visited two construction sites, and Li Yuanchao also had his own matters to attend to. When they met in the evening, Li Yuanchao mysteriously pulled something out of his satchel and handed it to him. "See what this is?"
Lin Qi curiously took it and found it was an electronic watch. He couldn't help but ask, "Where did you get this?"
"I was introduced to a friend from the other side. These things are very sought after now. I heard they only cost a few yuan in Xiangjiang, but here they're a hot commodity. If we wholesale them, we'll make at least this much." Li Yuanchao held up two fingers as he spoke.
"And if we sell them retail, at least this much." He then held up one finger, forming a 'three'.
Such a high profit margin? Lin Qi's gaze fell on the electronic watch again, and he began to examine it carefully.
"According to reliable information, a fishing boat will dock tomorrow. They have goods on board, not just electronic watches, but other items too. There's nothing you can't imagine that you can't find. Want to go take a look together?"