When Gu Zhengkai saw the gift Liu Zhanyu brought, he was puzzled and said, "What is this? I don't accept gifts."
Liu Zhanyu smiled and waved the things in his hand at Gu Zhengkai, "If you don't accept them, then I'll take them back. Let me tell you, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
These are just some snacks for your old man. Remember, make sure he tastes them himself. That's what I said.
As Gu Zhengkai opened it, he said, "What is this that makes you so serious? A local specialty?"
Liu Zhanyu didn't know whether Jiang Qiao bought this or made it herself.
"Anyway, you should take it back and hand it to your grandfather yourself."
"By the way, Lao Gu, there's something I need to discuss with you—"
Gu Zhengkai is Jiang Qiao's uncle, and he also had experience in underground struggles in his early years. There are some things he can keep from others, but he doesn't want to keep them from Gu Zhengkai.
However, aside from the fact that Jiang Qiao is still alive, this matter is far too important. If anyone on the Gu family's side exhibits any unusual behavior and it is noticed by someone with ulterior motives, he cannot guarantee that some people will not react excessively.
"Now that all the helpers are here, shouldn't we let those children go home? There's still a restaurant at home, isn't there? Don't let them ruin their livelihood."
In addition, we have made a new breakthrough today. The identity of Cobra has been confirmed, and the suspicions against Director Song and Director Jiang may be cleared.
If they're all fine, wouldn't it seem like there are too many people if the children stayed here?
Gu Zhengkai hesitated to answer this question, saying, "We haven't transferred many people to you. Even just running errands requires manpower."
Besides, it's still unknown when Xiao Song and the others will be released.
There are some things we both understand. Just because we have evidence doesn't mean they're off the hook. Don't forget, Jiang Qiao is still a fugitive.
Some people will use this as an excuse.
I can't make a decision about the children's future for now. Why don't you talk to Dong Kaizhen again when she comes back?
If she deems it necessary, then let the children go back. After all, she is their mother and has cared for them for so long; perhaps she has considered more things than we have.
Liu Zhanyu nodded. "That's true. I'll talk to Dong Kaizhen about this."
No sooner had he finished speaking than Dong Kaizhen knocked on the door and came in. "Hey, Lao Liu, what are you doing here? Hurry up and go back to work. I've already sent over all the documents. What to do next is up to you."
Judging from Dong Kaizhen's dark circles and listless appearance, she clearly hadn't slept much that night.
"Sister Dong, how's it going? Any breakthroughs?"
Dong Kaizhen smiled and said, "You'll see when you get there. I'm exhausted after a long night, so I need to get some rest."
"Zhengkai, when are you leaving? Do you need me to help you book your train tickets?"
Gu Zhengkai shook his head. "No need, our in-laws have already made the arrangements for us."
By the way, Lao Liu actually came over to discuss something with you—"
Dong Kaizhen looked at Liu Zhanyu and asked, "Are you talking about the children's problems?"
Liu Zhanyu smiled and nodded. "Now that Cobra's identity has been confirmed, I'm worried that the restaurants back home will be too busy to keep the kids here. The New Year is over, and our staff is in place. What are your thoughts on the kids?"
Dong Kaizhen waved her hand and said, "There's no rush. Before the end of the first month of the lunar calendar, there shouldn't be too many people eating at the restaurants. The people staying at home can manage for now."
My idea is to let them go back on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, so they can broaden their horizons while they're here.
Since Dong Kaizhen had made arrangements, Liu Zhanyu didn't waste any more words.
"Then I'll go back first and see if I can get the bureau chief and section chief out as soon as possible."
Dong Kaizhen was also most concerned about this matter. "Old Liu, if they don't agree, try to reason with them. The director's health is not good. Although Jiang Qiao helped him take care of his health before, Jiang Qiao was in a hurry to do things and didn't have much time to stay and help him take care of his health. I'm worried that he won't even be able to take his medicine during this period."
Liu Zhanyu sighed, "I know, I tried my best, but unfortunately Jiang Qiao isn't here. Otherwise, I would have sent her over."
Dong Kaizhen rolled her eyes at him. "Let Jiang Qiao come. Putting aside where this child is hiding, she can't show herself at this time. If she shows up, do you think we'll arrest her?"
Although the evidence is somewhat weak at the moment, the facts are still there. Don't even think about taking advantage of Jiang Qiao. Get to work quickly, and I'll be waiting for your good news.
Dong Kaizhen wanted to get something for Gu Zhengkai and the others to eat on the bus.
"No need. Zhixuan and Zhihong can both cook. If all else fails, you can buy food on the train. You should go and rest. Health is the most important thing."
"If anything comes up, we can keep in touch anytime. We're all family, no need for formalities."
Since Gu Zhengkai had said so, Dong Kaizhen didn't press the matter. She was getting old, and to be honest, she wasn't the same as before. Staying up late was torture for her; she really had no energy.
Before going to bed, Dong Kaizhen took some of the medicine that Jiang Qiao had prescribed. Seeing the medicine reminded her of Jiang Qiao. Although she didn't usually talk about it much, she knew very well that no matter what Jiang Qiao's whereabouts were, the only thing she could do now was to help Jiang Qiao clear her name and bring all these people to justice as soon as possible.
Thinking that Jiang Qiao was still pregnant, Dong Kaizhen clasped her hands together and prayed to the sky, hoping that the child would be safe and sound.
Gu Zhengkai was packing his luggage for the evening train. He picked up the bag of food that Liu Zhanyu had given him and couldn't understand why it was specifically given to his own father.
There are other elderly people in the family, so why not say to send it to all of them?
"Dad, is there anything else we need to buy?"
Gu Zhengkai thought for a moment and said, "You and Zhihong go buy some food. The two of you go together and take two people with you. You're not very familiar with the situation here, so don't make any mistakes. Zhihong, stay close to your older brother and the others."
Gu Zhihong nodded, turned and followed Gu Zhixuan out. Only after this trip did they realize how insignificant their power was.
When he arrived, he was full of ambition, wanting to demand Jiang Qiao's return. Jiang Qiao had been taken away and something had happened; he couldn't blame it all on his sister. Unfortunately, when he arrived, he didn't even see a proper high-ranking official, let alone seek justice for his sister.
As they walked, Gu Zhihong asked, "Brother, will my sister be able to make it back for your wedding?"
Gu Zhixuan couldn't say for sure about this matter. Although he knew that his younger sister was very capable, he still didn't know just how capable she was. Whether Jiang Qiao was hiding or had already been murdered, there was still no conclusion.
However, he couldn't say such discouraging things in front of his younger brother. "You have to believe in your sister. No matter how busy she is, she will make time to come back. It's just that the time isn't right yet. Don't worry, when you get back, you know what to say to Grandpa and the others."
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