Chapter 186 The Greatest Peace of Mind
Shen Yi was somewhat surprised: "I've only been gone a short time, how much has changed?"
"Yes. Once I get to the army, I'll have plenty of time to tell you all about it!"
"good!"
Liu Zhixia leaned gently on Shen Yi's broad shoulder, and the two quietly gazed at the scenery at the foot of the mountain. At this moment, no words were needed; just having him by her side was the greatest peace of mind.
The comrades around him also wisely buried themselves in their food, and no one disturbed this rare moment of peace.
After everyone had filled their stomachs, Aunt Zhou, along with Zhao Dongmei and Lu Kai, came up to clean up the mess.
Judging from their reluctant expressions, they were clearly prepared to part ways.
"All assemble! Take the prisoners and prepare to evacuate!"
Shen Yi stood up, took Liu Zhixia's hand and walked to the front of the line, his eyes full of reluctance, yet he had no choice but to let go.
Shen Yi looked at her with reluctance: "You're leaving now. Take care of yourself."
Liu Zhixia nodded gently: "Yes, you too. Remember to wear more clothes when it gets cold."
The two stared at each other for a long time, their eyes locked in a longing gaze. Finally, Xu Zhigang couldn't help but interrupt: "Stop being so lovey-dovey! You've done a great service this time, so your application to join the army is definitely in the bag! Let's go quickly. He Shijie still has accomplices. The longer we stay, the less safe the village will be."
Shen Yi's expression hardened, and he nodded, saying, "That makes sense. Wife, Aunt Zhou, we're leaving!"
Lu Kai also looked at Aunt Zhou and Zhao Dongmei, his eyes firm: "I'm leaving first. As for our matter... if you're willing, then do as I say!"
Aunt Zhou nodded with red eyes: "Yes! Be careful!"
Watching the convoy leave, Aunt Zhou took a deep breath and turned to instruct the villagers: "Everyone, tidy up, especially the embers, make sure they're all extinguished! This mountain can't withstand another fire!"
After carefully cleaning up the site, the villagers descended the mountain in a large group.
As soon as we entered the village, we saw that a feast had been set up at the entrance, and the aroma was irresistible.
"This is……"
A villager explained cheerfully, "The Liu family set this up! They said it was to thank everyone for saving the fourth son!"
Aunt Zhou smiled: "This family is always so polite."
Liu Xiangyang came forward and greeted them warmly: "Everyone, you've all worked hard! There are still some hot buns at home, so please have something to eat first! The main meal will have to wait a while!"
One villager joked, "We have to wait! Xia just came down from the mountain, and she's spoiled our palates. We're all waiting to eat her cooking!"
Liu Zhixia readily agreed, "No problem! I'll go back and prepare right away, and make sure everyone eats and drinks well!"
Zhao Dongmei rolled up her sleeves: "I'll help too!"
When the two returned to the Liu family home, Xu Zhihong had already recovered and was busy with people in the yard.
Upon seeing them return, Xu Zhihong asked anxiously, "Is everything settled?"
“It’s all taken care of!” Liu Zhixia said to Zhang Xiuying while helping out. “Mother, Shen Yi had an urgent mission and left without having time to say goodbye to you and Father.”
Zhang Xiuying waved her hand, her face clear: "We don't need to stand on ceremony with family. We're already very grateful that our son-in-law came to save our lives. They're doing something important, and we can't hold them back!"
Liu Zhixia looked around but didn't see Liu Shouren.
Where is Dad?
"Your father is still busy at the Lu family's place. Your son-in-law arrested He Shijie, and your father was afraid that things would get complicated if he waited too long, so he immediately took people to take those three from the Lu family to the commune to see how the higher-ups would handle it."
Liu Zhixia's heart tightened: "I'll go take a look!"
“Okay, then you can go with Aunt Zhou.”
After Aunt Zhou hurriedly ate two steamed buns, the two rode their bicycles to the commune.
Just as they arrived at the commune gate, they saw Liu Shouren leading the villagers to bring the Lu family of three over.
When Liu Shouren saw his daughter arrive, he hurriedly asked, "How did it go? Did you catch it?"
"They've caught him. Shen Yi and the others have taken He Shijie away. Although the Lu family members weren't directly involved in the kidnapping, they were accomplices, so it's best to hand them over to the commune."
Upon hearing the commotion, Secretary Qi of the commune came out and frowned slightly when he saw the three members of the Lu family bound hand and foot: "What's going on? Why are they tied up like this?"
Upon seeing an old acquaintance, Lu Jianping immediately clung to the opportunity as if grasping at a straw, shouting his innocence: "Old Qi! Help! Widow Zhou has become lawless since becoming the team leader! We didn't do anything, yet they tied us up!"
Lu Huaiyuan also cried out, "Yes, Uncle Qi! The Liu family, relying on their money, have instigated the villagers to persecute us! There's simply no law!"
Gu Mansheng cried even harder, her face streaked with tears: "Leader, you have to do us justice! We were just staying at home obediently, and these bandits rushed in and tied us up!"
After hearing this, Secretary Qi scoffed, "It's utterly absurd!"
Lu Jianping, thinking that Secretary Qi believed him, was overjoyed: "Old Qi! I knew you were a keen observer! Quick, arrest them all! I strongly suspect that the Liu family has been corrupted by capitalism and is leading the whole village in sabotage!"
The villager who was holding him was furious and kicked him hard: "Bullshit! The Liu family led the whole village to prosperity, and everyone remembers their kindness! But when you, Lu Jianping, were the brigade leader, how much of the people's wealth did you plunder? And you still have the nerve to turn around and accuse us?"
Lu Jianping immediately fell to the ground, throwing a tantrum: "Ouch! They're hitting people! They dare to beat people in the commune! Is there no law anymore?"
Lu Jianping lay on the ground, pointing at the villagers with a victim's expression: "Old Qi! Did you see that? They dared to hit people right in front of you! They have absolutely no respect for the law!"
Lu Huaiyuan also chimed in, "These troublemakers, relying on their connections, don't even respect the commune! They must be severely punished!"
The villager who had started the fight was frightened by Secretary Qi's stern expression and stammered, "It's...it's Lu Jianping who's such a scoundrel! His whole family is no good, please don't believe their nonsense, leader!"
Gu Mansheng snorted coldly and said sarcastically, "You think you're right to beat someone up in public? We're the bad guys because we're tied up? What kind of world is this! Hurry up and help my father up!"
The villagers were startled by her shout and were about to help her up when Liu Zhixia stepped forward and blocked their way.
“Gu Mansheng, stop pretending. Your uncle He Shijie has already been arrested. Now the Lu family is just a few grasshoppers left after the fall. We brought you to the commune today because we have solid evidence.”
"What?!" Gu Mansheng was struck dumb, her eyes widening in horror. "My uncle has been arrested? That's impossible! Where is he?"
"He's already been taken away for investigation, and he's probably confessing his crimes right now," Liu Zhixia said coldly.
Upon hearing that his patron had fallen, Lu Jianping's eyes darted around, and he immediately distanced himself: "Xiaoman is now our Lu family's daughter-in-law. She should follow her husband wherever he goes. What business is it of ours if her uncle breaks the law? Liu family, stop trying to hold us accountable! We are innocent ordinary people!"
He then shifted his focus, turning his attention to the Liu family: "It's you who, relying on your measly money, run rampant in the village! Old Qi, quickly arrest these capitalists and thoroughly investigate them! You must give us justice!"
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