"I……"

Chen Shili didn't want to go; this matter had nothing to do with him in essence.

If he doesn't go, no one can find fault with him.

But when he met the eyes of the villagers, Chen Shili finally decided to go and see for himself.

Let's see how it goes first.

If I don't go, I won't be able to explain it to the village or my family.

With such a big incident happening, we should at least inform the Shanghai Stock Exchange.

And then there's the matter of Wu You and Li Dabao. We can't really let Wu You take the blame, can we? If he gets tainted, he'll never be able to hold his head up high again.

Chen Shili planned to try to persuade her; if all else failed, Li Dabao would be a decent alternative.

She had already been seen naked. Who can say for sure what happened between the two of them in the room?

His reputation is already ruined, but it's better than getting punished.

After Chen Shili figured this out, he walked over to Wu You, wanting to take the opportunity to secretly talk to her.

Song Qinghe looked this way and that way, and then suggested, "Village chief, I think it would be better to separate the three of them to avoid them colluding. What do you think?"

"Yes, yes, you guys split up!" Lu Youqian spoke up first. If they managed to coordinate their stories, there wouldn't be much of a show at the police station.

Li Dabao glanced at Chen Shili, then at Wu You, and decisively stepped between them, interrupting their conversation.

He's the victim!

No one spoke up for him, so he had to speak up for himself.

Chen Shili was furious; he was indeed looking for an opportunity to do something.

But I haven't even spoken yet, have I?

The result was quite the opposite; he ended up digging his own grave.

He couldn't understand what he was lacking compared to Lu Zhaolin.

He also fell in love with her at first sight, so why did Song Qinghe treat him this way?

Chen Shili looked at Song Qinghe, his eyes and brows full of confusion.

Song Qinghe didn't have time to flirt with him; he was disgusting enough already.

Just turn your eyes away and pretend you didn't see it.

After noticing Chen Shili's subtle movements, Lu Zhaolin quietly blocked him from view.

Even now, Chen Shili still refuses to give up.

Lu Zhaolin narrowed his eyes. It seemed he needed to find an opportunity to teach him a lesson.

Lu Youqian's side was already urging them to leave, so they could get to the police station as soon as possible and have peace of mind.

Soon, all three of them were put onto the oxcart.

To prevent any accidents along the way, Chen Youqian specially found two brothers from two militia companies to go with him.

After they left, Lu Jinguang urged the people on the side to disperse.

Song Qinghe and Lu Zhaolin exchanged a glance and also decided to turn back.

Tian Xiu'e wanted to go and keep her company, but Song Qinghe refused.

I don't know how long I'll be in the countryside, so I can't let Tian Xiu'e stay with me all night.

If that goes on for too long, even the best relationship will break down.

Besides, she'll have to get used to it eventually.

No one will stay by anyone's side forever. What will you do if you can't stand on your own two feet?

Moreover, Song Qinghe was confident in protecting herself.

Tian Xiu'e had no choice but to give up, but expressed her concern that if Song Qinghe felt scared or needed anything from her, she should just say so and she would definitely help if she could.

Song Qinghe agreed and kept this kindness in her heart.

Regardless, it's a favor if someone helps you, and it's their right not to. She should remember that.

If I have the chance, I must find a way to pay it back.

As Song Qinghe walked back, she made sure to tell Lu Zhaolin that he didn't need to worry about her and that she would take good care of herself.

I lock the door when I sleep at night, so there's absolutely no need to worry.

Lu Zhaolin paused for a moment, but still agreed. He wasn't worried; he wished he could stay home with her.

However, before the two had any relationship, Lu Zhaolin never stayed overnight at his house, for fear of ruining Song Qinghe's reputation.

Now that the two are officially together, Lu Zhaolin has even more to consider.

He was worried about her; these days, reputation is more important than anything.

If any gossip spreads and embarrasses her, then it's my fault.

The two were nominally in a romantic relationship, but as long as they hadn't officially entered into a relationship and hadn't obtained a marriage certificate, it wouldn't work.

Lu Zhaolin would not allow anyone to cause trouble for Song Qinghe in any way, especially not because of him.

I wonder when they'll get married?