Chapter 190 190 I just feel that the future is a smooth road, full of...
Pang Le and Zhong Xiaoyu were really hungry. The dumplings had just been served and were still hot. They ate them voraciously with vinegar.
Guan Xia carefully moved the dumpling soup in the two people's hands to the side, fearing that they would accidentally spill it and burn themselves.
Finally returning home, even though Guan Xia had a lot of doubts in her mind, it did not affect her appetite. She was even influenced by Pang Le and Zhong Xiaoyu's eating habits. She ate two large bowls of food without realizing it, and her stomach was a little full.
After cleaning up the dining table and the kitchen, Pang Le and Zhong Xiaoyu plopped down on the sofa, staring blankly in happiness.
Guan Xia couldn't sit still any longer, so she simply opened her bag, took out her sketchbook, and handed it to Xu Nian, who had just come out of the kitchen and was wiping his hands.
Xu Nian quickly wiped his hands dry with a tissue, took it, flipped through it, and asked casually, "Why did you give me this? Did you go to the orphanage and find anyone suspicious again?"
As soon as Xu Nian finished asking the question, he discovered that there was a lot more used paper in the drawing book than before, and his expression became solemn.
Guan Xia knew from his expression that he was thinking about that criminal organization, so she quickly explained, "They are indeed suspicious individuals, but they have nothing to do with that criminal organization. I recently had some free time to review and reminisce about some people, and I felt something was amiss. However, I only caught a glimpse of them at the time, so I can't really tell what's wrong now. Anyway, I've drawn them down. Do you want to check them out sometime?"
Xu Nian's expression relaxed a bit. He carefully examined the newly drawn pictures one by one before he heaving a sigh of relief and closing the sketchbook. "Guan Xia, you've truly given our Pingjiang District Branch a great gift. I don't know how to express my gratitude. Thank you, thank you so much."
Guan Xia was just doing it casually, and she didn't expect Xu Nian's attitude to be so serious.
Seeing Xu Nian saying thank you several times in a row, Guan Xia scratched her cheek a little embarrassedly. After all, compared with Xu Nian and the others, the efforts Guan Xia actually made were insignificant, and she was not that selfless. She would also benefit from the arrest of these criminals. In addition to the bonuses that the Pingjiang District Branch paid her almost every month, she could also increase the strength of her halo. It was simply killing two birds with one stone.
Guan Xia watched Xu Nian take the sketchbook home and put it away with a very serious expression before returning to sit on the sofa and asking, "The case in Shangshuang City is over. What are your plans next?"
Pang Le and Zhong Xiaoyu were originally playing with their cell phones out of boredom. Upon hearing this, they put their phones down, sat up straighter, and looked at Guan Xia.
Guan Xia was still a little full of energy and couldn't sit still, so she simply stood up and said, "On the way back, I thought about it carefully. Although we haven't really been exposed to that criminal organization so far, even if we don't take over and don't investigate, they will inevitably notice us. After all, Meng Lan is one of their targets and is still under their observation. Meng Lan is my good friend. We have met several times this year. Before going to Shangshuang City, we even went hiking together. As long as they investigate a little, they will soon find that the Shangshuang City case is inextricably linked to us."
Speaking of climbing mountains, Guan Xia recalled everything that happened in the mountains, especially the girl who had just left and was related to her by blood.
Guan Xia couldn't help but analyze it in depth and frowned subconsciously.
While she was thinking, she heard Pang Le nod and say, "That makes sense. After all, our itinerary can't be faked. And on that previous mountain hike, except for Lu Tingfeng, almost all of us went out. If we were really noticed by that criminal organization, none of us would be able to escape. So while we are still hiding in the dark, we have to hurry and continue the investigation."
Zhong Xiaoyu leaned back on the armrest of the sofa and said nonchalantly, "Just check it out. Anyway, I have money, time, and fighting skills now. I can definitely fight them to the death."
Xu Nian nodded seriously, "I thought so too. That's why I applied as soon as I got back. I wanted to know as soon as possible what clues the task force had found during this period."
Hearing this, Guan Xia's attention was immediately diverted. She turned to look at him and asked, "So, was your application approved?"
Xu Nian shook his head. "The task force is still focused on Shangshuang City and hasn't returned yet. The process is slow, so it's probably going to take another two days. However, Director Ren gave me a hint that they did find some information, but it wasn't going very smoothly. At least they haven't found any breakthroughs yet."
Guan Xia wasn't surprised at all. He just couldn't help but let out a sigh and said, "After all, it's a criminal organization that's been entrenched for decades and has grown to a considerable size. It's definitely not that easy to eradicate. But now that Wu Xingxian is dead, we've opened a gap. It's a pity that he died so quickly, and we didn't have time to do anything."
Guan Xia felt regretful when talking about this. At that time, all their attention was on the more suspicious fake Wu Yingze. They also thought of Wu Yang through Wu Xingxian, but because the case was difficult, they were completely unable to get away. Later, no one expected that the criminal organization would react so quickly. It could be said that they took drastic measures and silenced Wu Xingxian without hesitation.
Recalling that five people died overnight, Guan Xia became even more alert, and at the same time felt a sense of urgency.
Guan Xia added, "Here's my plan. Although the case in Shangshuang City is closed, it's also reopened. We should hurry up and investigate all the areas we want to investigate. Then, when Brother Jiang and the others return, and Xu Nian's application is approved and he shares the information from the task force, we can analyze where to start targeting that criminal organization."
Guan Xia paused and continued, "And there's Meng Lan. If we're exposed, given the criminal organization's style of operation, Meng Lan's situation will be very dangerous. I'll discuss with Meng Lan in the next two days to come up with a plan to give her a very reasonable and legitimate reason to come to Yongquan City, so as not to arouse the suspicion of the criminal organization."
After Guan Xia finished speaking, Xu Nian was the first to nod and said, "Okay, although most of our squadron's personnel are in Shangshuang City, we still have a few auxiliary police officers in the branch. I will apply to Director Ren for a few more people to investigate the several directions we suspect as soon as possible."
Pang Le then said solemnly: "Then I will be responsible for running errands for Guan Xia and acting as a bodyguard, just like before."
After the three of them finished speaking, Zhong Xiaoyu looked at Guan Xia, then at Pang Le, raised his hand and asked, "What about me? What should I do? Should I also be Guan Xia's bodyguard? Or should I go with Xu Nian to conduct the investigation?"
Guan Xia couldn't help but laugh and said, "You are our secret weapon. Of course, you can only use it at the most critical moment. We are busy these few days, so you should take a good rest. Who knows, you may be of great use one day."
Guan Xia really thought so. From today onwards, every day they would be racing against time. As long as the criminal organization didn't find them, they could conduct the investigation safely and without worries. Once they focused their attention on them, their peaceful days would be gone forever.
After briefly discussing the plans for the next few days, Xu Nian raised his wrist to check the time, then stood up and said goodbye.
Guan Xia walked him to the door. While changing his shoes, Xu Nian suddenly looked up at Guan Xia and asked, "What did you think of just now? Your expression is so serious."
Meeting Xu Nian's concerned gaze, Guan Xia was stunned for a moment before realizing what he was asking.
After hesitating for a few seconds, Guan Xia spoke hesitantly, "I just thought about what happened when we went hiking with Meng Lan. I'm still a little unsure whether the murderer and my blood sister happened to run into us by coincidence or were they being used."
Guan Xia's words were rather euphemistic, but Xu Nian was still very perceptive and heard it. He asked tentatively, "Are you worried that the girl is being used? If we are exposed, she might be in danger?"
Guan Xia did think of this. If it was in the past, she might not care. After all, she had never spoken a word to that girl. She acted as if she didn't want to have anything to do with her. Even if that criminal organization was crazy, they would not threaten her with such a person whom she wanted to avoid. But with an accident like today, she was no longer sure.
After all, the girl was beyond her expectations. Even though Guan Xia didn't like her, she had to admit that she was well-educated, kind, simple, and clear-headed. She was like a beautiful flower that had never experienced wind and rain, and faced the world sincerely. Guan Xia still didn't want to have anything to do with her, but she also didn't want such a beautiful girl to encounter any accidents because of her.
Facing Xu Nian's question, Guan Xia hesitated for a second, but still nodded and admitted frankly, "Yes, no matter what, she is just an innocent ordinary citizen. I don't want her to be involved."
Xu Nian thought for a moment and said, "I understand. Don't worry, I will raise this with the task force. I believe they will pay appropriate attention to her after careful consideration."
With Xu Nian's words, Guan Xia felt relieved and said thank you sincerely.
Xu Nian smiled and said you're welcome, then opened the door and went back home.
I returned home after more than forty days. At first glance, nothing seemed to have changed, but if I looked closely, I would find a thin layer of dust everywhere.
So after packing the suitcase, Guan Xia started cleaning.
Pang Le and Zhong Xiaoyu naturally would not just stand by and watch. They also found cleaning tools and started working together with Guan Xia, dividing the work.
After mopping the floor, Guan Xia picked up the rag and went to wipe the study. As she was wiping, Guan Xia recalled some things from the past. When Pang Le passed by the study, she called her and asked casually, "By the way, I forgot to ask you all this time. How are you and Shi Lu doing? Is it going well? If so, should I have dinner with him?"
After all, it was Pang Le's habit that whenever she changed her boyfriend, she would solemnly introduce him to Guan Xia. Although the two had only known each other for a few years, they had eaten together quite a few times.
Guan Xia had just remembered and asked casually, but Pang Le's expression didn't change. Instead, he said in a teasing tone, "I'm so sorry, you can't have this meal, but don't worry, next time, next time I will definitely call you."
Guan Xia was a little surprised. Pang Le's words were not straightforward, but she understood. She asked in surprise, "What do you mean? Is things not going well between you and Shi Lu? But I think he cares about you very much."
As Guan Xia was talking, she thought about her recent travels all over the country. Her expression changed slightly and she said, "Could it be because of me..."
Before Guan Xia finished speaking, Pang Le interrupted her, "Don't let your imagination run wild. It has nothing to do with you. It's because he and I are not suitable for each other."
Guan Xia didn't understand. "Aren't you attracted by his beauty? What's appropriate or inappropriate about this? Could it be that he suddenly became ugly? Or gained weight?"
Guan Xia tried to recall Shi Lu's appearance as she spoke, but she had not met Shi Lu very often, and every one of Pang Le's boyfriends was very handsome, so she only had a vague impression of him.
Seeing that the two of them couldn't finish their conversation for a while, Pang Le simply went into the study to help Guan Xia clean the cabinets and replied, "It's not that I've become ugly, that's right, you know how adults fall in love. For careers, love is just a seasoning. Neither I nor he has that much time. Maybe at the beginning, I was attracted by his beauty and it was a bit novel, but after a long time, we couldn't see each other often, so naturally I stopped thinking about him."
Guan Xia paused, looked at Pang Le and asked, "So, there's no chance for you two?"
Perhaps remembering Shi Lu's handsome face, Pang Le nodded a little sadly, but after a few seconds he said with relief, "It's not impossible. He's just too busy with work. I used to be willing to accommodate him, but I got impatient after a while. Also, I was patient when I was new to him, but once I was no longer affected by his beauty, I felt that everything about him was flawed. I haven't told you yet that he's actually quite traditional. Although he likes my face, his ideal partner is still a good wife and mother, so that he can focus more on developing his career."
As Pang Le spoke, he flicked the rag and complained, "He likes it, and I like it too. His career is important, but doesn't mine mean it's unimportant? In comparison, I've even won glory for my country. Why can't he be a good husband and father?"
Pang Le snorted and continued, "Anyway, I was already quite fed up with him before I actively worked with you to solve the case. He also mentioned that he wanted to establish a relationship with me, but after thinking it over, I felt that his handsome face could not make up for his somewhat awful personality to me, so we broke up."
Pang Le spread his hands and thought of something, then said, "Oh, right, there's your story involved here. Do you still remember that Dong Lu? He's the one who climbed the mountain with us and had dinner with us. He seemed like a nice and ambitious guy."
Pang Le described it in such detail that Guan Xia easily recalled it. She nodded and said, "I remember. What's the matter? I remember I borrowed a picture album from him."
Pang Le clapped his hands and said, "Yes, that's him. Wasn't he interested in you before? I tried to stop him, but then one time when I was having dinner with Shi Lu, maybe the atmosphere was too good and he was too relaxed, so he told me something from the heart. Do you know what he said?"
Guan Xia looked at Pang Le, who seemed a little angry, and asked curiously, "What did you say?"
Pang Le curled his lips and said, "He actually told me that you can give it a try with Dong Lu. You are completely Dong Lu's ideal type. If you two can be together, he will definitely treat you very well. Apart from anything else, he will be very loyal to you and will not let you lack money to spend."
Guan Xia was a little puzzled, "You want me to have enough money to spend? I don't lack money in the first place."
Pang Le said, "Isn't it? It's as if being loyal is some rare virtue. Isn't it normal for a couple to be loyal to each other during the time they're together? If you put it that way, I'm pretty loyal too. At least I've always broken up peacefully with every partner, and I've never cheated on my partner twice."
Pang Le said, "To be honest, Lawyer Dong's so-called ideal type is just someone who is beautiful, rich, and has free time. He can plan everything around her. This is no different from Shi Guangbo's previous idea of finding a good wife and mother. These men are too realistic, so I find it boring. Even if he is handsome, it can't make up for his character flaws in my opinion. So let it be. Seriously speaking, it's not bad now. Everyone in our crime-solving team is good-looking, especially Lu Tingfeng. He's so pleasing to the eye that I can even eat a few more bites when I'm looking at a face like that."
Guan Xia didn't know whether to laugh or cry when she heard this, and asked him hesitantly, "Are you trying to take advantage of Lu Tingfeng's beauty again?"
Guan Xia just asked casually, but Pang Le shook his head almost like a rattle as if frightened. "No, no, no, I just admire, admire, just like Xu Nian, purely looking, I won't touch, Xu Nian is difficult, Lu Tingfeng is also difficult, but the reason why they are difficult is different, Xu Nian is too bold, and Lu Tingfeng is too dedicated. I suspect he is the type who will easily dislike someone, but once he likes someone, he will fight to the end. I am still young, and I don't want to hang on to one tree. I also want to look at other trees."
Pang Le spoke with great confidence, but Guan Xia couldn't help laughing. Although they had experienced so many things together during this period, Pang Le had not changed at all. He was still the cheerful, lively and optimistic person as before.
Guan Xia felt relaxed after chatting with her. She felt that the future was smooth and full of hope.
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