Chapter 102 Foster Parents Arrive 1 Let him, her own father, go and give it to her...

Qiu Xiaoman was not surprised at all; not all mothers love their children.

Chan Pak-wai is an extremely selfish woman; even after becoming a mother, she doesn't possess much maternal instinct.

The reason Chan Pak-wai compromised tonight was simply because she didn't want to upset her two sons.

This woman, deep down, still favors sons over daughters, it's just not so obvious.

It's ironic that such a mother gave birth to three well-behaved children with upright values.

However, Qiu Xiaoman didn't want to say anything more. She ate her meal quietly, chatted with her younger siblings for a while, and then sent them home.

However, she did not expect that Shen Qinghuai would come to the alley to find her in less than an hour.

She had just taken a shower at the public bathhouse, changed into clean clothes, and was preparing to go to the newly purchased house to see Liu Kun.

She locked the door, stood by the roadside, and asked, "Is there anything else?"

"Here you go." Shen Qinghuai took out the telegram and said, forcing a smile, "Your parents are coming soon. It wouldn't be good for us to bother you then. But don't worry, I've already contacted the best orthopedic doctor here for your father, so his treatment won't be delayed."

Qiu Xiaoman didn't speak. She silently looked at the middle-aged man, almost wanting to laugh.

Life is unpredictable; who could have imagined that the man who once abandoned her would now be going to great lengths to please her?

She suddenly asked curiously, "Aren't you afraid that all this fuss over me will interfere with your earning money?"

"Xiaoman! Dad doesn't know how to answer. Anyway, Dad will show you that Dad is completely different now than before." Shen Qinghuai looked down at his daughter, who was a head shorter than him, and reached out his hands to hold her shoulders. But he was afraid that she would be unhappy, so he could only withdraw them and let them hang down at his sides.

As Qiu Xiaoman walked past him, she patted his shoulder and said, "Go back, it's getting late. You have four children waiting for you at home."

Shen Qinghuai subconsciously pressed down on that hand, gripped it tightly, and asked, "You care about them a lot? Would you like to meet them?"

"I don't care." Qiu Xiaoman pulled her hand away, put it in her pocket, and said in a deep voice, "But they are still children. Their mother has been arrested. If their father doesn't come home at night, they will be very uneasy. Go back. I'm all grown up now. It doesn't matter whether my parents care or not."

"I'm sorry, Xiaoman, I'm so sorry." The last sentence was too heartbreaking. Shen Qinghuai's eyes reddened. He took a deep breath and asked, "Are you going to see Liu Kun? I'll take you."

"No need, I'll just walk around and clear my head." Qiu Xiaoman turned around, glanced at his tearful eyes, and smiled slightly. "However, since you care so much, I'll tell you anyway. If you had this attitude when I came to you back then, we would definitely be a model father and daughter by now."

Shen Qinghuai understood. This was a veiled way of telling him that although he was a bit annoying, at least he had the responsibility of a father.

However, what's done is done, and he can't start over. He can only do his best in the present and wait for the future.

He silently followed Qiu Xiaoman until she entered the apartment building before returning home.

As for whether Xiaoman would stay in the new house to sleep, he wanted to give her some advice, but then thought better of it.

This child is very opinionated, so it's best if he doesn't interfere in some things, lest she feel offended, which would only worsen their already fragile father-daughter relationship.

Fortunately, he wisely went back, which pleased Qiu Xiaoman.

She stood at the window at the bottom of the stairs, watching the middle-aged man turn away alone, until his figure was completely swallowed by the night before she went into her new house.

Upon opening the door, one could see Liu Kun lying on the ground, struggling to reach a pack of tissues.

Qiu Xiaoman quickly helped him up and led him to the sofa, asking, "What's wrong? Where's the caregiver I hired for you?"

"The caregiver had some family matters to attend to and took two days off." Liu Kun was surprised that Qiu Xiaoman would come so late. He was very happy and asked with a smile as Qiu Xiaoman got up to get him some tissues, "I heard your police dog is taking an assessment today?"

"Who told you that?" Qiu Xiaoman handed him a tissue and sat down next to him.

Liu Kun curled his lips into a smile: "I have Shen Tenglong's phone number."

Qiu Xiaoman wasn't surprised: "You're very free. Get well soon and help me watch the shop."

"You want to open a shop?"

"I have that plan."

What shop?

"Pet supply store. Sells only supplies, not pets."

"I originally wanted to open one too."

"You're penniless right now, so don't even think about it. Just mind the shop for me. We'll consider other jobs once you're fully recovered." After all, his body is riddled with wounds, and it won't be considered fully healed for at least six months to a year.

For the first few months, he was bedridden and could avoid work assignments. But once he was able to get out of bed, we need to let him go out and do something. Otherwise, if he stays cooped up like this, he'll break down.

Seeing that she had arranged everything for his future, Liu Kun was even more touched and couldn't help but say cheekily, "Why do I feel like I'm your watchdog?"

"That would be wonderful." Qiu Xiaoman smiled, got up and went to the kitchen to check, "Have you eaten?"

"I ate some cookies." Liu Kun was in pain and could only lie down, staring longingly at the kitchen.

Qiu Xiaoman ignored him, quickly checked what ingredients were in the house, rolled up her sleeves, and went to work.

Half an hour later, a bowl of soft and fragrant fried rice with diced meat and eggs was ready, with some chopped green onions added. It smelled amazing.

Liu Kun was utterly dumbfounded. He took the spoon and struggled to sit up, which aggravated his wound. Not wanting Qiu Xiaoman to look down on him, he could only endure it without making a sound.

Seeing this, Qiu Xiaoman simply found a cushion, pulled him to lean against the sofa armrest, and made him half-recline.

She found a small stool, sat down next to him, scooped up a spoonful of fried rice, and commanded, "Open your mouth."

Liu Kun ignored her, took the spoon, and was about to feed Qiu Xiaoman the spoonful.

Qiu Xiaoman snatched the spoon away and shoved it into his mouth without giving him a chance to resist, scolding, "Stop playing these pretentious games with me. I'm only eighteen this year and I don't want to be in a relationship yet. Besides, you're already in your mid-twenties. In my opinion, you're practically an old man. Please have some self-awareness and don't act like a peacock showing off its feathers."

Liu Kun was taken aback by her reaction and felt embarrassed. Not knowing how to save face, he could only hold his rice bowl and eat silently, spoonful by spoonful.

After he finished eating, Qiu Xiaoman washed the dishes and chopsticks, then helped Liu Kun up and took him to his bedroom to sleep.

When Liu Kun sat down, he lost his balance and fell directly onto the bed. Luckily, Qiu Xiaoman reacted quickly, otherwise she would have fallen on top of him.

She was a little angry. She straightened her clothes and said with a sullen face, "Did you do this on purpose?"

"Absolutely not." Liu Kun was truly wronged. His body was covered in wounds, and even the slightest movement caused a burning pain. He simply couldn't control his balance and didn't fall on purpose.

However, Qiu Xiaoman's suspicion was understandable, since he had insisted on feeding her earlier, which had made her angry.

With this prior record, it's no wonder he's being suspected. He could only force a smile and say, "It really hurts, otherwise would I have been lying on the ground? I didn't even know you'd come over."

That's true. Qiu Xiaoman forgave him. After all, she knew how many injuries he had and where they were. Besides, these injuries were all caused by him trying to help her.

She is not a heartless person.

As she left, she gave a warning: "If one day I take a liking to you, you'll receive a very clear signal. Now, you'd better be sensible, act as a watchdog, and don't get any ideas."

Liu Kun forced a smile: "Woof woof!"

His stupidity made Qiu Xiaoman laugh in exasperation. She turned back and pinched his cheek hard before leaving without looking back.

Liu Kun covered his cheek, which had been pinched red, and was even laughing in his dreams.

This is good. At least she only has a human-shaped watchdog now, and he is content.

*

The day after arriving at the base, Qiu Xiaoman received a new mission.

Old Meng called her over and said earnestly, "Xiao Qiu, this time it's a police force from another region asking us for help. Director Wen wants you to go with Comrade Wu Shirong to provide support. Take a look at the case files and choose two suitable dogs to take with you."

Qiu Xiaoman was surprised by the bad timing; it seemed she wouldn't be able to pick up her adoptive parents when they arrived.

Forget it, let's just leave this to Shen Qinghuai. He's so eager to please her, he certainly won't neglect her adoptive parents.

She took the case file and glanced at it. Good heavens, it turned out to be a major robbery and murder case.

The other party is an entire criminal gang, with an estimated number of more than ten members.

This group of people has been committing crimes in Northeast China since the end of last year. They traveled south along the Harbin-Changchun-Chenzhou railway line. A while ago, they attacked the security department of a mine in Shanxi. Inside the mine was the wages that were to be distributed to all the workers that month, totaling more than two million yuan.

After a fierce battle by the security team, three robbers were killed or wounded, while the rest escaped and stole a box of cash. Their whereabouts are currently unknown.

However, local police have narrowed down the area, and it is preliminarily estimated that the group of fugitives are still roaming around the Taihang Mountains, looking for an opportunity to escape.

Qiu Xiaoman lit the ash almost without hesitation.

Firstly, Grey is a native mountain dog, best suited for combat in the wild; secondly, she needs Grey to participate in more real combat so that envious people like Fang Jiadong can see that the reason her dogs can get such high scores is because they have genuine skills.

As for a despicable person like Fang Jiadong, let him be angry all he wants; who cares?

Captain Meng had no objection to her choice of dog, but reminded her, "Two other people from the base will be going with you, so you can choose another one."

"Then let's go with Nuomi Tuanzi. He's a pet dog, which is very deceptive and won't easily arouse suspicion." Qiu Xiaoman had her plan, because police dogs have characteristics that are different from ordinary dogs, such as walking with their heads held high and their eyes sharp and majestic.

This could easily alert the enemy, and since glutinous rice balls have an extremely cute and soft appearance, most people wouldn't be on guard when they see them.

Team Leader Meng nodded: "Okay, get ready, you'll be setting off with Deputy Team Leader Qu and Lu Zhiqiang in a bit."

"Okay." Qiu Xiaoman turned around and went to take the dog.

Once in the police car, she called Shen Qinghuai: "Are you busy these days? If not, could you pick me up from the station?"

Shen Qinghuai was deeply hurt. What was going on? They actually made him, her own father, pick up her adoptive parents at the station?

Doesn't his daughter know he'll get jealous?

He was unhappy, but he was even more afraid of upsetting his daughter, so he could only sigh and say, "Alright, I'll go."

"Yes, please. I have to go on a field trip and I don't know when I'll be back. In the meantime, please take care of my parents, Mr. Shen. Thank you."