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That evening, Huo Zhekun and Jiang Lifang returned home and were overjoyed to see their son, daughter-in-law, grandson, and granddaughter.

Grandma Wang still remembered what happened that morning, so she quickly told Huo Zhekun to keep an eye on it.

“Aunt Wang, I’ve noted it down. Tomorrow I’ll talk to the colleague in charge of public security and ask him to launch another crackdown,” Huo Zhekun said. “Now that the economy has developed, people have more freedom of movement, which has also provided criminals with more ways and means to commit crimes.”

“Dad, I think you’re wrong,” Huo Yingjie said. “Putting aside everything else, back in Qijia Village, the management was quite strict. You needed a letter of introduction to go anywhere, and the checks were very thorough, but didn’t a murderer still manage to escape!”

"That's not all. Two large tombs were discovered in the back mountain of Qijia Village, and tomb raiders were spotted on both occasions. Crime will always exist; it doesn't increase because of economic development," He Tiantian said. "Instead, we need to strengthen our investigative capabilities, improve our laws, and govern the country according to law!"

"Rule of law?" Huo Zhekun's eyes lit up when he heard this phrase. It seemed that these four words had great potential!

Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian exchanged a wry smile, guessing that their father was probably thinking about how to make a splash in his career again.

"Oh, they were pitiful. Those two children were brought to our hospital, and it wasn't until I got off work that they gradually woke up from their coma," Jiang Lifang said. "Fortunately, the children are of normal intelligence and haven't become mentally disabled."

"That's good," He Tiantian said. "These four children represent four families!"

"Yes, thankfully they've been found," Jiang Lifang said with emotion. "I hope they can find their parents soon."

Originally, it was thought that this matter would end there, but unexpectedly, it led to the discovery of a human trafficking ring, resulting in the discovery of dozens of people and the rescue of over a hundred.

The city of Nanshi was commended for solving a major case, but that's another story.

Before school started, He Tiantian went to check out the shop.

Sanfeng Bridge will open on the eighth day of the Lunar New Year.

When He Tiantian went over, she gave everyone a red envelope containing 18.88 yuan, which meant: I want to get rich!

"Thank you, leader," Sun Sihao said with a smile. Although the amount of money was not much, it was He Tiantian's thoughtfulness, and he wouldn't receive such a benefit in other organizations.

For an ordinary employee, this amount of money could buy a nice set of clothes, or even ten days' living expenses for a family.

"Thank you all for your hard work. May you receive plenty of salary, bonuses, and red envelopes in the future," He Tiantian said with a smile, hoping to inspire everyone's enthusiasm for work in the new year.

"Yes!" Everyone applauded.

"Alright, everyone, let's get back to work!" He Tiantian nodded, then looked at Sun Sihao and Qian Shikun, "Uncle Sun, Uncle Qian, come to my office, I have something to say to you."

“Okay, let’s go into the office first,” Sun Sihao said. He also had something to discuss with He Tiantian: he had already found a suitable location for the new store.

I arrived at the office.

He Tiantian personally poured tea for Sun Sihao and Qian Shikun.

"Sweetie, what's wrong? Tell me first," Sun Sihao said. He Tiantian was the big boss, so even if he had something to say, he would wait until she finished speaking before he spoke.

He Tiantian smiled and said, "Actually, it's nothing major. I just wanted to ask about the progress of our branch."

“There are many residential areas in the south of the city, and the income level of people there is relatively high compared to other places. Opening a shop there will definitely make money,” Sun Sihao said. “I’ve also gone there to look at some shops and found two. If you have time, we can go and take a look later. If they’re good, we’ll decide on one. The renovation can be completed in a month, and we can open for business next month.”

He Tiantian nodded. She had also wanted to open a shop in the south of the city before, which coincided with Sun Sihao's idea. She said, "Okay, after lunch, let's go take a look together."

Then He Tiantian looked at Qian Shikun, who had a big smile on his face.

"Uncle Qian, Aunt Qian, and your son, are they still in Nanshi?" He Tiantian asked. "If they are, I'd like to invite them to dinner."

"Yes, yes. But I can't let you treat me, I will. You're coming back from Nancheng this afternoon, so come straight to my house for dinner, okay?" Qian Shikun said. Because he had borrowed money from He Tiantian to renovate the house, his son and wife were not disappointed when they returned.

"Hehe, then we'll go bother you tonight." He Tiantian laughed, readily accepting Qian Shikun's invitation. "By the way, it's been so many years, how have we been getting along?"

“We get along very well. Thinking about the ridiculous things I did when I was young makes me feel ashamed,” Qian Shikun said. “It’s rare that my wife doesn’t hold it against me and has forgiven me. Moreover, she said that she won’t go back to Hong Kong; she will stay with me in Nanshi. My son and daughter-in-law still have work there and will be going back after the Lantern Festival.”

"That's wonderful," He Tiantian said with a smile. "So, it's true what they say, 'Young couples grow old together.' By the way, haven't you thought about going to Hong Kong?"

“I’ve thought about it!” Qian Shikun said. “I don’t want to be separated from my wife and son, and I also want to see my grandchildren often. But my wife is homesick. Nanshi is her hometown. She likes it here and doesn’t like the climate in Hong Kong. Since she wants to stay here, we won’t go anywhere else. While we’re still young, we can still save up some money for our children.”

"Hehe, no matter what, I'm happy for you," He Tiantian said. "If you encounter any difficulties, you can talk to me."

"Okay, I won't stand on ceremony with you," Qian Shikun said. With family around, the courtyard came alive, and as soon as he got off work, he wanted to go home immediately because someone was waiting for him there.

Huo Yingjie stood not far away, not saying a word, but looking through the account books.

It must be said that He Tiantian has a good eye for people and her shop management is excellent, with clear accounts.

After having lunch with the employees at the shop, He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie, led by Sun Sihao, went to look at shops in the south of the city and finally chose a family.

“This one is suitable, but the owner only rents it out, not sells it!” Sun Sihao said. “The owner of the other place said he would consider selling it if the price was right.”

He Tiantian thought about it and realized that buying the land would be a good investment given its future value.

"Let's buy it. It'll save us from having to raise the rent every few days when our business is booming," He Tiantian said. "If there are other people selling nearby, we can buy them too, for future use."

"Okay, I understand!" Sun Sihao said. "It's getting late, I need to go back and pack up before going to Lao Qian's house for drinks and dinner."

“That’s right. Let’s go back and change our clothes and prepare some gifts.” He Tiantian agreed. It’s not good to be unkempt and empty-handed when visiting for the first time.