"Wasn't the other girl with you?"

Lin Yu shook her head: "She's an educated youth, working in the production brigade. I came to Haicheng to visit relatives."

The older brother nodded. He had no intention of prying into other people's privacy, so he didn't ask any more questions.

The two sat and chatted, and Lin Yu learned from him that he was on a business trip to a neighboring city.

The two places are not far apart, less than an hour by train, so I only brought a briefcase.

I also know that Luo Ping's wife has now returned to Haicheng from Beicheng.

"She was studying in Beicheng at that time, and after she came back, she started working at the hospital."

Seeing the smile on his face when he talked about his wife, Lin Yu said, "You two have such a good relationship."

Luo Ping smiled sheepishly: "We're classmates, we've known each other for many years."

They had an emotional foundation; they gradually came together because they shared common interests.

Feelings deepen over time, like brewing a fine wine.

With someone to chat with, the remaining hour-long drive didn't seem so long for Lin Yu.

It seems like we hadn't said much before the train arrived at the station.

Before getting off the bus, Luo Ping wrote down an address for her: "Come visit my home sometime and see your sister-in-law."

He didn't know why, but he just felt a strong connection with the child.

I want her to come over so my wife can see her.

Lin Yu sensed Luo Ping's friendliness towards her and smiled as she accepted the note.

She understands social etiquette.

We've only met by chance; why would I go to someone else's house for a meal without a reason?

However, a few polite words are still necessary.

As soon as Lin Yu exited the train station, she saw Luo Ping get into a car.

He suspected that this person held a high position in the company.

Not everyone can afford to ride in the company car.

The only people she knew were Lu Yunfeng and Ou Manqing, whose father owned an official car.

For example, Dingxiang's husband from the machinery factory, although he is the director of the logistics department, does not have a company car.

This shows that Brother Luo is probably not from the same world as me.

Lin Yu had no interest in currying favor with the powerful and wealthy; she only wanted to live her own life, which strengthened her resolve not to bother Brother Luo.

I haven't been back to Haicheng for several years, but the changes here haven't been that significant.

It should be said that throughout the 1970s, people's lives did not change much.

Most of the clothes were still gray and drab, and the popular style of clothing was a polyester shirt.

There were also many people wearing green military uniforms.

Haicheng is a big city, and large groups of bicycles are very common.

Lin Yu breathed in the long-missed air and boarded the bus with practiced ease.

Hearing familiar dialects and seeing the same scenery as always, I didn't feel much of a sense of belonging.

This was her former hometown, but it will not be her future hometown.

After getting off the bus, I took the letter of introduction to the guesthouse.

Fortunately, her uncle was the brigade leader, and he gave her a letter of introduction for visiting relatives this time, with a very flexible timeframe.

Lin Yu booked a room for three days and then went inside to put her things down.

This guesthouse has a nice environment and a private bathroom.

Lin Yu took a shower and changed clothes, finally feeling a bit more relaxed.

After putting her luggage in the room, Lin Yu strolled out the door.

First, we'll eat at a state-run restaurant, then we'll detour to visit an old friend.

I just don't know if the old place is still there.

Following her memory, Lin Yu turned left and right through the alley until she finally arrived at her destination.

There was no one there.

It's like an ordinary alley; people only pass by, no one stands or squats waiting to make a deal anymore.

Lin Yu sighed. Times have changed, and it's normal for things to change after she's been gone for several years.

Haicheng is a big city, and the crackdown on these underground transactions will not be light.

Lin Yu felt regretful for not being able to see his old friend, and was also somewhat worried about his safety.

She frowned and turned to leave, unaware that she had already been noticed.

In the quiet alley in the afternoon, Lin Yu's ears twitched.

There was the sound of her footsteps following behind.

She walked forward nonchalantly, pretending not to have noticed anything.

In the alley, a girl walked slowly, followed by a man.

Anyone who sees this person would think that he has ill intentions.

The man followed her to the corner, only to find that the girl had vanished!

A voice came from behind: "Are you looking for me?"

Before the man could even turn his head, he was kicked and sent flying, crashing into a wall by the roadside.

Lin Yu grabbed the man by the collar: "Following me? What do you want?"

At that moment, she had some doubts in her mind: was she being watched?

The man bumped his waist and was in so much pain he wanted to roll around, while a girl grabbed his collar, making him tremble with fear.

"Grandma, have mercy! I didn't mean any harm."

Lin Yu narrowed her eyes: "Tell me, what do you want to do?"

"I noticed you've been standing in our usual spot for a while, so I thought I'd ask if you'd like to buy anything."

Lin Yu sneered, "You followed me, hoping to ask if I wanted to buy anything? Do you think I'm stupid?"

Perhaps this person did have this thought at first, but it's hard to say whether he saw himself as just a girl.

Thinking of taking advantage of the situation.

It has to be said that Lin Yu guessed correctly.

The man said his name was Da Mao and that he was an underling of the boss of the free market.

Seeing Lin Yu looking around in their usual spot, he guessed that the other party had a need.

I wanted to ask, but seeing that the other person was a little girl, I couldn't help but feel malicious...

"So, beating you up this time is worth it."

Lin Yu grabbed him by the collar and punched him twice more.

What's most hateful is this kind of man who specializes in bullying girls. If it weren't for the law, Lin Yu would have wanted to cripple him.

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