Chapter 27 The Lost Child
The supply and marketing cooperative in the county town was a two-story building with white walls and red slogans printed on them.
The main reason for this trip to the city was to buy a radio, a bicycle, a dial-up switch, and a speaker.
The county town supply and marketing cooperative has more inventory of "three turns and one sound" (transfer, maintenance, and transportation) than the staff quarters.
When they arrived, there were only two or three people ahead of them in line.
Aside from family celebrations, few families would proactively buy a bicycle, a turntable, a radio, and a speaker, since a bicycle can cover a family's expenses for a year.
This time, Lu Mingyue was given all the money and tickets when she went out. Afraid that the two children would be bored while waiting, she took them to buy candy.
The orange candies, which cost five yuan for one cent, were very popular with children.
Lu Mingyue waved her hand and bought a dollar's worth of snacks, which she chewed on when she had nothing else to do.
However, she also told the two children not to eat too much, at most two pieces a day.
It's the age when teeth are falling out, so you can't let cavities eat them.
"Hello comrade, we would like to buy a three-wheeled vehicle and a radio."
The so-called "three turns and one sound" are nothing more than a watch, a bicycle, a sewing machine, and a radio.
Upon hearing this, the sales clerk's eyes lit up. This was a big customer. She looked the two of them up and down for a few seconds, then smiled and took the watch out of the counter and handed it to them.
"Comrade, look, this is a new Plum Blossom brand watch that we just got. It has an exquisite design and is very suitable for women. Someone as elegant as you would be perfect to buy this watch."
The sales clerk showered Lu Mingyue with compliments, making her beam with joy. She waved her hand slightly and said modestly, "Oh, you flatter me."
That's what she said, but her eyes clearly said: That's right! I'm just that classy!
Actually, sales staff don't get commissions now; all their wages are fixed, and everyone gets the same share. There's no situation where you get more wages just because you work harder.
But since everyone was praising her sincerely, Lu Mingyue wasn't ungrateful and naturally accepted it humbly.
She pulled a handful of orange candies from her pocket and handed them to him, saying, "You've made me blush with all your praise. Have a piece of candy to sweeten your mouth."
The sales clerk thought it was just a routine service, but she was surprised to receive free candy, and her smile became even more genuine.
Lu Mingyue tried the watch on her wrist; it was a little big, but the salesperson said it was fine and they could adjust it for her.
The bicycle I chose is a 26-inch model, which is more suitable for women to ride.
Lu Mingyue usually rides the bicycle, so we chose a more suitable one for that reason.
They exchanged money for goods and quickly bought everything.
Because they arrived early, they managed to snag a piece of pork belly and two large bones.
Having not eaten well on the train, Lu Mingyue's eyes lit up as she looked at the pork belly, deciding to go all out later.
System: [Ding—]
[Please help the mother find her missing child.]
A mother who lost her child?
How did the system go from daily tasks to crime-solving mysteries?
The system remained silent. Of course, it wouldn't say that it was because it was addicted to crime dramas, and that it had also touched on various other shows, preparing to give its host a surprise.
Huo Zheng was moving the sewing machine when he heard the sound beside him, and his eyes widened slightly in surprise.
Has someone lost their child?
If something called a system cannot provide an opportunity, then their sudden appearance at the police station will inevitably make them suspects.
Lu Mingyue had the same idea, and she directly asked the system where to find this person.
System: [He's within five meters of you.]
Five meters?
Lu Mingyue looked around but found nothing unusual.
Just as she was about to look away, a woman with red-rimmed eyes and an anxious expression suddenly appeared in front of her.
Leilei chewed on a piece of candy, making a crunching sound as he bit down.
Suddenly, she was lifted into the air and before she could react, she was picked up and embraced.
Large tears slid down his neck and landed on his skin, leaving a burning sensation.
His eyes widened slightly, as if he didn't understand what was happening.
After realizing what was happening, she struggled quickly and shouted, "Dad, save me!"
Lu Mingyue got closer to him, shoved Yao Yao in her hand to Huo Zheng, and rushed forward to snatch Lei Lei back.
Leilei was so frightened by the strange woman who suddenly rushed up to him that tears welled up in his eyes. No matter how strong his personality was, he was still a five-year-old child and was bound to be caught off guard in such a situation.
Is Leilei alright?
Lei Lei felt himself falling into a gentle embrace, and a caring voice sounded above him. He blankly raised his eyes and met Lu Mingyue's worried gaze.
He said somewhat awkwardly, "No, I'm a man, so I wasn't scared."
Lu Mingyue laughed; she was still in the mood to joke, so it seemed there shouldn't be any major problems.
Huo Zheng held Yao Yao, protecting the mother and child behind him, and stared sharply at the crazy woman in front of him.
"Comrade, what do you intend to do to my child?"
His eyes narrowed slightly, a cold glint flashing within them, as he mentally considered the man's identity a thousand times over.
Qiu Ju couldn't help but shiver. He glanced at the little boy being protected behind Huo Zheng, his body trembling.
Her clothes were similar to those of her son, Dada, but upon closer inspection, there were some differences.
Tears instantly streamed down her face, falling in large drops like pearls.
So this really wasn't her son. Where did her son go?
She collapsed to the ground as if all her strength had left her.
Her eyes were lost and helpless, her whole being radiating confusion. She gripped her hair tightly with both hands, forcing herself to quickly recall where her son was.
Lu Mingyue and Huo Zheng exchanged a glance, feeling that this person was right, but why did he look a bit like someone who had lost their mind?
[System, could the person you're referring to be her?]
The system nodded: [Yes, this woman is so pitiful. She was swindled out of all her money by a bad man, who also stole her child.]
Lu Mingyue: [You mean the child was taken away by his father?]
The system covered its mouth; it didn't say anything.
This was a matter of life and death, and Lu Mingyue urged him not to play dead and to quickly reveal any information he had, otherwise, if the mission was not completed, they would both be in trouble.
Of course, the system is the worst off. If she fails to complete the task, she will at most go without food and water, but if the system fails to complete the task, it will be subjected to electric shocks.
system:!
Which system is as bad as his?
After finally managing to bind with a host, I'm still being threatened by them.
The system felt wronged.
[Host, please don't be so agitated. We can talk this out.]
It's just looking up information, right? Can't it just look it up?
A few seconds later, the system quickly returned and told Lu Mingyue the whole story.
It turns out that Qiu Ju was driven to this state by her husband.
Qiu Ju's husband is a newspaper editor. He is hardworking, down-to-earth, and a capable assistant in the eyes of his superiors and colleagues.
In the eyes of his relatives and neighbors, he is a good family man and a good husband.
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