Xia Wan stood with her hands on her hips and her head held high, trying to provoke the tall, thin man in front of her: "Why should I? I'm going to get through here today, so if you know what's good for you, get out of my way! Otherwise, don't blame me for being impolite!"

Her eyes were clear and bright, like the brightest star in the night sky, as if they could see through everything, yet they also carried a hint of cunning and excitement, always ready to strike!

The tall, thin man seemed very impatient. He rolled up his sleeves, posing as if he was about to hit someone, and muttered curses, "You motherfucker..."

However, just then, a voice suddenly came, interrupting what the tall, thin man was about to say.

"Monkey, what's going on?"

A young man slowly emerged from the alley, silencing the tall, thin man before he could speak. However, when the young man saw Xia Wan, a look of surprise crossed his face.

Xia Wan frowned and looked over, meeting a pair of smiling and surprised eyes. The young man had broad shoulders and a narrow waist, wearing a white shirt and military green trousers. He looked gentle and refined, completely out of place in this dark alley.

Most importantly, she felt that this person looked familiar, and should be someone the original owner knew very well.

Unfortunately, she searched her memory for a long time but found nothing.

As she was thinking, she heard the person on the other end speak: "What? Don't you recognize me?"

As he finished speaking, Xia Wan finally recalled the man in her mind; he was Yao Li, the only son of her godparents.

Xia Wan chuckled dryly, "Hehe, how could that be? I just didn't expect my brother to be here."

Shouldn't her brother be working at the supply and marketing cooperative? What is he doing in this dark alley at this hour?

Speaking of which, this older brother was quite good to the original owner. He used to send her things often and never lacked anything good from her. It's just a pity that the original owner was only thinking about pleasing the Qiao family. Those things were taken back by the original owner and directly put into the pockets of the Qiao family.

Later, Yao Li realized that she didn't need the things she gave away, and they were just going to benefit other people, so she simply stopped giving them away.

Xia Wan listened to Qiao Chunsheng's words and became increasingly distant from her godparents, and naturally, she didn't get close to her godbrother either!

"What are you doing here?" Yao Li noticed the difference in Xia Wan the moment he saw her.

Yesterday, I heard his mother say that Wanwan has come to terms with things, her personality has become much more cheerful, and her mind is working better.

Seeing her today, I can see a big change! The little girl is finally not stupid anymore; all her mother's daily, mystical prayers at home were worth it.

Xia Wan felt a little uncomfortable when he kept staring at her and explained, "I was just wandering around and ended up here!"

Yao Li glanced at her, then said, "What do you want? Come in with me!"

"Brother Li, is this your sister?"

The tall, thin man couldn't help but glance at Xia Wan. She was really beautiful, but not very bright. Was she really Li Ge's sister?

"Okay, keep a close eye on him. You're called a monkey, not a leopard, so don't be so impetuous!" Yao Li patted the monkey on the shoulder.

He left with a sentence, gave Xia Wan a look that said "follow me," and then walked into the alley on his own.

Xia Wan was stunned for a moment, and became even more curious about the inside. Was this where her brother lived?

However, I still kept up with my pace honestly. I had to satisfy my curiosity so I wouldn't have trouble sleeping at night.

After turning a corner in the alley, Xia Wan finally understood what this place was like after seeing the scene inside!

No wonder that monkey outside wouldn't let her in; so this is the legendary black market! She hadn't even considered that possibility; she thought it was some kind of human traffickers' hideout!

Xia Wan glanced at Yao Li, who was walking forward calmly, and quickly walked a few steps to his side: "Brother, is this the black market? You're not working, so you've started selling things in the black market? Does my godmother know?"

Yao Li turned to look at her with a half-smile: "You've certainly gotten bolder, even knowing about the black market? Your family doesn't know about this business of mine, so don't let it slip!"

Xia Wan said smugly, "Of course, haven't you seen pigs run even if you haven't eaten pork?"

The original owner might not have known about the black market, but as someone from the 21st century who was well-versed in various period novels, she did have some understanding of it!

"Tch, what kind of analogy is that?" Yao Li slapped her on the head and laughed, "Don't come to places like this again. If you want anything, just tell me, and I'll bring it back for you!"

Xia Wan understood; her brother wasn't here to sell things, but seemed to be a minor boss in this black market.

She was led into the house at the very end of the alley. The people standing at the door were quite respectful to him, calling him "Brother Li" repeatedly, and some even seemed to be fawning over him.

"Come in and have a look!" Yao Li waved to her as he entered, sitting in the chair at the front. "I've already prepared everything you need for your trip to the countryside. I'll mail it to you once you board the train!"

Xia Wan exclaimed in surprise, "Brother, you knew I was going to the countryside? I've already prepared everything and mailed one of the items. Brother, you don't need to mail it anymore!"

"Why are you being so polite with me? Didn't you say you'd come to your senses? Qiao Chunsheng has already been arrested, so don't hold any hope for him! From now on, write home if anything happens. You can't afford to become more and more distant from us!"

Yao Li gently flicked her forehead, his eyes growing warmer and more affectionate.

He had watched this younger sister grow up. She was a clever little girl when she was young, but somehow she became dull-witted after getting sick once, and her mind became completely unresponsive!

But now it's all good. He seems to have returned to normal. He doesn't speak as slowly as before. That's great!

"I'm not being polite with you. Once I get to the countryside, I'll write to you if I need anything!"

Xia Wan strolled around the house, satisfying her curiosity, and then, unable to resist her older brother's enthusiasm, she took a watch and put it on her wrist!

There's nothing I can do but repay her later. Anyway, her godmother's family has been so good to her, they won't lose contact with her!

After the initial excitement wore off, Xia Wan left, but couldn't help thinking about how she lacked the essential space for a time traveler.

There's no other way; I still need to earn more points and pin my hopes on the system's in-game store!

I went to the supply and marketing cooperative this afternoon and prepared gifts for my godmother's family. I'm boarding the train tomorrow, and I still have to maintain the necessary relationships.

"You silly girl, you came all this way, why did you bring so much stuff?" Sun Hui scolded her as she saw her carrying large bags of things.

"Keep your money safe; you'll need it for many things in the countryside!"

Xia Wan put down her things and put her arm around her: "I have enough money, godmother, don't worry! This is my way of showing my respect to you and godfather!"

"Come over here last night, this is what I've prepared for you. See if there's anything you're missing?" Yao Jianye sat in front of a pile of things and beckoned to her.