Chapter 87: Taking Advantage of Seniority
Chen Zhu curled her lips. It was indeed common for the old man to take advantage of his age to bully others. If someone died over that little bit of food, it would not be good for her to stay on this island in the future.
However, they must ask the person behind the scenes who has the courage to take the key to their house directly. Besides Grandma Cheng, is there anyone else who also has the key?
Huo Jinzhi held the back of her hand, patted it twice, and then went in on his own: "If you die here, it will be suicide out of fear of punishment, and you will still be held legally responsible."
He was not afraid of Grandma Cheng's desperate behavior. Life and death were only a threat to these young people. Huo Jinzhi had brushed shoulders with death more times than Grandma Cheng had been alive!
Hearing this, Grandma Cheng's eyes widened, staring at him helplessly, her voice becoming even sharper: "You're courting death. I'm old, how can I be caught!"
"Then you should just commit suicide out of fear of punishment. I believe that we can always follow the clues to find your accomplice. If you are willing to be honest, perhaps things can turn around." Huo Jinzhi said it bluntly, and even pointed out a way for Grandma Cheng to get a lighter punishment.
Cheng Zhuoyue's eyes lit up, and he said urgently, "That's right. If you can expose your accomplice, we will consider giving you a lighter sentence. You just stole some food, so your crime doesn't deserve the death penalty."
In cases like this, lock him up for a period of time and give him a lesson. If the family members have a good attitude, then compensate him with the money and ask the person who reported the case to issue a letter of apology.
Chen Zhuyi had no grudge against Grandma Cheng, so as long as he gave her satisfactory compensation, the matter could be easily suppressed.
"I..." Grandma Cheng lowered her head, hesitant for a moment.
Huo Jinzhi sneered again, as if he already had all the evidence: "Their door has a special key. Just ask someone who knows how to do it, and we won't need your evidence."
Because of the special nature of Shen Zhuyi's house, the key she owns is rare on this island, and anyone who makes such a key will definitely be impressed.
Grandma Cheng was so frightened that she eagerly seized the opportunity and said, "I'll tell you everything. I don't know where this key came from, but... I just said that this key can open the door of Shen Zhu's family."
"I was thinking, Teacher Shen and I already have some conflicts. She has so many delicious foods at home, I just brought some back and treated it as a bad habit..."
At this point, Grandma Cheng's eyes darted around, looking around and looking at Cheng Zhuoyue pleadingly, and she solemnly assured: "I'm not lying to you, I've only done so much!"
"Do you think we are fools?" Huo Jinzhi's tone became increasingly impatient. He reached out and pulled Cheng Zhuoyue out: "Since she doesn't want to talk, then let's find someone who is willing to talk."
Grandma Cheng was confined to a chair and watched them leave together. She was panicked and immediately struggled, muttering curses.
When Chen Zhu saw Huo Jinzhi bringing Cheng Zhuoyue over, he blinked and said, "Are you not going to ask any more questions? It won't be too difficult for us to find someone who knows the key at this time, right?"
As long as you have a copy of the key and some iron, you can make it. The skill requirements are not high.
It can be said that many people have this ability, the only difference is whether they are willing to use it.
"Just wait for her to speak. You keep an eye on her at all times. Don't let the old lady really die here. It will be difficult for you to explain." Huo Jinzhi didn't intend to waste any more effort. He shook his head and gave Cheng Zhuoyue an order.
Darkness is the most likely to breed panic in people's hearts.
Grandma Cheng was sitting here, thinking a lot about what she had experienced. She was still struggling, and her skinny wrists could not get out of the restraints. Now she finally realized that she was wrong.
There were also shrill cries of begging for mercy coming from the room, which was a huge drain on Grandma Cheng's physical strength.
"Wait a few more minutes." Huo Jinzhi assessed Grandma Cheng's physical condition and stopped Cheng Zhuoyue who wanted to go in.
The cry for help gradually became weaker, and Huo Jinzhi nodded and gave Grandma Cheng a cup of salt water to replenish her strength.
"I said...it was all done by the female educated youth. She gave me a packet of medicine powder and this key, saying that with the medicine powder, the mad dog wouldn't bite me." Grandma Cheng took a long time to calm down, and her tone was filled with deep hatred.
Chen Zhuyi heard everything clearly from outside and quickly walked over and asked, "Is that Liu Zhaodi?"
"It's her, that's it!" Grandma Cheng nodded heavily in agreement, still choking up, "She said it was you who caused my two grandsons to no longer want to follow us. You just love to stir up trouble, and I was blinded by your greed..."
"This is the first time I've come to someone's house to steal something. I... really know it's wrong."
Speaking of this, Chen Zhu's pupils narrowed. This was not the first time he had been robbed. It seemed that those times must have been caused by Liu Zhaodi.
"As long as you help me identify her, I won't bother with you." Chen Zhu thought about it and didn't rush to tell her the problem. He also took the initiative to give Grandma Cheng a chance.
Cheng Zhuoyue next to her frowned, but seeing that Chen Zhuyi did not expose her lies, he simply turned a blind eye.
"I'm willing! I'll do anything as long as you don't lock me up here!" Grandma Cheng nodded quickly and agreed eagerly. She couldn't wait to leave here.
Cheng Zhuoyue immediately untied her and let Grandma Cheng have a good rest. It was still some time before dawn, so it was a good time to rest.
When it was time to go to work, Grandma Cheng's face was still a little pale, but she was obviously in much better condition. She took the initiative to take everyone to the Youth League Home.
Porridge was cooking on the stove, and white smoke was already rising. Grandma Cheng angrily banged on the door several times. The old woman's temper was completely unbearable at this moment. She shouted, "Is Liu Zhaodi here?"
Dong Wencai came over to open the door with sleepy eyes. Niu Chenggong followed her over. Seeing Cheng Zhuoyue, Huo Jinzhi, and Chen Zhuyi standing beside them, he frowned and looked at Grandma Cheng's aggressive look. His tone was a little bad: "What do you want to do here?"
Liu Zhaodi was still cooking in the kitchen. She called out to everyone, "The food is almost ready. You can come and eat now."
After she finished greeting them, she finally noticed Chen Zhuyi and Grandma Cheng. They didn't show any panic as if they were caught. Their eyes were full of calmness. They smiled and drove the guests away: "We didn't make that much food, and there's not enough for so many people. How about... come back after dinner?"
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