Wu Sicheng made a sharp turn, then accelerated, and in the blink of an eye, the car was next to the thief. Wu Sicheng slowed down, and An Moxue pushed open the car door and jumped out. With a few leaps, she caught up with the thief and delivered a flying kick to his back.

The thief only heard the car sound and had no time to react before someone kicked him from behind. He fell forward and landed face down on the ground, choking on the ground. Two of his front teeth were knocked out, and his mouth was full of blood. He was in so much pain that he couldn't get up and felt like his back was no longer his own.

An Moxue stood there, one foot on the thief's back, watching him. Wu Sicheng stopped the car, got out, and stood next to An Moxue. Then they saw the woman who had shouted "Stop thief!" running over breathlessly, kicking the thief several times, snatching the bag from his hand, and kicking him a few more times in anger. Then she said to An Moxue and Wu Sicheng, "Thank you, comrades."

He grabbed the thief and said, "Let's go to the police station. Openly robbing and stealing on the street, do you think the law doesn't exist?"

An Moxue said with a smile, "Comrade, come with us! We are witnesses too."

The woman readily agreed, "Okay, thank you for your help!"

After the group got into the car, Wu Sicheng drove into the nearest police station.

After they finished explaining the case, the woman stopped them and said, "Thank you both so much for your help today. Let me treat you to dinner to express my gratitude."

"No need, it's nothing. We have other things to do, so let's skip the meal." After An Moxue finished speaking, the two of them got into the car and drove away without giving the woman a chance to speak.

The woman watched the departing car and muttered in disappointment, "I was hoping to make friends, but it seems I won't get the chance! That kick was fucking cool! No man involved at all."

An Moxue and Wu Sicheng were still talking about the security situation in Kyoto while they were in the car.

Looking at the crowds of people coming and going outside the window, An Moxue said, "It seems that for a long time to come, there will be a lot of petty theft, fights, and family conflicts."

Wu Sicheng also expressed his concern, saying, "These are minor issues. I'm afraid that some people will take advantage of this situation to make a fuss."

"No, I have to mention it to Grandpa when I get home and have him talk to his superiors about it. We need to take this seriously."

After finishing her meal and returning home, An Moxue finally had time to check on the progress of the renovation at her new house.

From afar, you can see that the gate has been repainted and the courtyard wall has been repaired.

Upon entering the courtyard, one sees newly paved blue bricks, new roof tiles, and freshly painted eaves and pillars. Up close, one can even smell the paint. The entire courtyard has been transformed, presenting a brand-new look.

When Ai Guo finally saw her, he started teasing her: "Mo Xue, you're really busy! We're here helping you fix the house, and you haven't even had time to show your face."

"What? You're not satisfied with all the good food and drinks? What else do you want? Don't push your luck!" An Moxue wasn't going to put up with him.

That's why they say the person who understands you best is none other than your best friend! Because she not only knows your temperament, but also your personality! She has your weaknesses figured out perfectly.

Guo Zhijia chimed in, mercilessly exposing him, "Mo Xue, ignore him, just do your thing. We just didn't expect you to be back at school, and we've had so much to do, we haven't had a moment's rest in days. He just heard from someone that there's a private restaurant in Qianmen Hutong that's launched a seafood feast, and he's got a craving for it, wanting to eat at your place, you big spender." After saying that, Guo Zhijia glanced in his direction and pursed her lips.

Ai Guo retorted, "Hey! Jiajia, that's not fair of you! If I'm going to eat, does that mean I'm the only one who doesn't eat? Pshaw!"

Guo Zhijia retorted, "Eat, eat, eat your big dummy! All you ever do is eat. You've been on this island for years and you still haven't had enough seafood, have you!"

Ai Guo muttered, "Can they be the same? The way the chef makes it and the way the fishermen make it taste completely different. Besides, we're not just eating seafood randomly on the island."

Chu Dongmei stood next to An Moxue and said, "Moxue, what have you been busy with these past few days?"

An Moxue watched Guo Zhijia and Ai Guo bickering and replied, "Some things about the case need to be kept secret, so I can't tell you. But it's finished now. He wants to go eat there. Do you have any connections? Private dining isn't something you can just host anyone."

Chu Dongmei covered her mouth and laughed, "Ai Guoguo is short of money, so he asked you for help!"

“Okay, let’s go! Ai Guo, go call Wen Tao and book another table. We’ll go tonight, how about that?” An Moxue said, taking out the keys from her pocket. “Let’s drive there.”

Ai Guo raised an eyebrow at Guo Zhijia like a victorious general, his eyes full of smugness, and took An Moxue's car keys and went out.

Chu Dongmei said, "Mo Xue, how can you resist eating and drinking so much? Let's split the bill tonight! This food and drink has cost a lot of money."

An Moxue said nonchalantly, "It's alright, I have more than enough money for a few meals. How's the house repair going? Let's go take a look."

As they talked, the three of them began to look around the house while chatting.

Chu Dongmei said, "Everything outside is finished, only the inside of the house is left to be finished, mainly the bathroom and washroom. After it's installed, it will need to be aired out for a while before we can move in. Mo Xue, looking at your house, I want my own house too. It must be very comfortable and pleasant to live in."

Guo Zhijia also said, "I'm envious, and I want a house like that too."

An Moxue looked around and said, "Then let's work hard! If we don't have it now, we definitely will in the future. At this rate, I'll be able to move in soon after school starts."

Chu Dongmei pointed to a corner of the second courtyard and said, "Ai Guo also found you a grape vine. It's as thick as an arm and looks like an old tree. He said he'll bury it there after he brings it back, so we can have a barbecue there in the summer and have a grape trellis to provide shade."

An Moxue looked in the direction she was pointing. "Let him do whatever he wants. This guy has always had inexhaustible energy, he's always so full of life. By the way, has Ai Dang come back?"

Chu Dongmei chuckled: "No, I guess her husband Jiang Wenhua is using something to keep her from coming back yet."

The three of them sat on a step, and An Moxue asked, "I've always wondered! What happened to that young policeman who was pursuing you back then? Why didn't you two end up together?"

Guo Zhijia opened his eyes wide and asked, "Dongmei, why haven't I heard you mention her before?"

Chu Dongmei had a lot to say, and looking at the two of them, she said, "Don't even mention it. He's a pretty good person, but my mom and sister-in-law are just... indescribable. I talked to him about it later and we haven't been in contact since. They already have two kids now."

An Moxue said, "Indeed, sometimes a good mother-in-law is much more important than a good husband. Family relationships are an indispensable part of marriage."

Guo Zhijia said, "What kind of man would I want to find to avoid all these troubles?"

An Moxue blurted out: "He has a house, a car, a job, and savings. He has no father, mother, siblings, or bad habits."

"Ah—" Guo Zhijia and Chu Dongmei stared at her in shock.