Liu adopted an official tone, but Ye Cheng wasn't afraid. He met Liu's gaze and took a step forward.
"Director Liu, Zhang Xiuqin is a widow. She has a son who is underage and has just had heart surgery. If you arrest his mother and something happens to the child, can you take responsibility?"
Zhang Xiuqin is the sole guardian of this minor; we can request bail for her.
When Ye Cheng mentioned that Widow Zhang had a son, Liu Suo didn't care. Even if he was the only guardian, he wasn't afraid. There were plenty of children like that in the village. The neighbors could help take care of him; he wasn't a city kid.
But the child has a heart problem, so he's a bit hesitant. If something happens to the child, even if he's following the rules, the village will definitely make a fuss, and he might lose his job.
Although he knew Ye Cheng's words made sense, Director Liu was a leader, and he couldn't let a young man intimidate him. He straightened his face and looked at Ye Cheng, saying...
“The case is a case. If your family is having difficulties, your village can help solve them. Once we've investigated and found out the truth, we'll release her as soon as possible. You should go back and talk to the village about what to do. Don't waste any more time here; it's almost midnight.”
Liu's tone had softened considerably. He thought it best to send Ye Cheng, this hothead, back quickly, as he sensed that this guy was no pushover.
Hearing Liu Suo's words, Ye Cheng suddenly smiled.
"Officer Liu, she has always taken care of her child herself, no one else can take care of him. I will ride my bike back now, bring the child here, and leave him in your duty room. You can decide what to do, whether to lock the child up or let the mother out."
With that, Ye Cheng turned and left.
Liu was at a loss for what to do. Could this guy really be that reckless?
But considering their fight last time, it's hard to say.
Outside, the motorcycle had already started. Liu panicked and immediately rushed out.
"Hey Ye Cheng, don't go! We can talk about it."
Seeing Liu rush out, Ye Cheng stopped pretending and got out of the car. He started offering cigarettes and went over to persuade Liu, adopting a humble attitude.
"Director Liu, I know you're in a difficult position, but there's compassion even outside the law. This child is so young, isn't he pitiful?"
You're the local official in charge of this area. People in the city are people, and so are people in our town. We all rely on you, Officer Liu, right? You have to stand up for us and give us your back.
Liu was initially a little annoyed, but Ye Cheng's words, which flattered him as a local official, made him feel somewhat embarrassed.
"Hey, Ye Cheng, I'm just a small police station chief, nothing special. How can I be considered a public official? The public officials are the mayor and the party secretary."
"Director Liu, we can't rely on those high-ranking officials. In our eyes, you are the highest-ranking official. If you don't care about us, who will? Right?"
"You," Liu said with a smug smile, pointing at Ye Cheng, "Alright, go and complete the formalities later, and take the person back. But you have to be ready to come whenever we call you.
"That's right, that's right, Director Liu, don't worry, we are law-abiding citizens, and besides, it's not a big deal, we won't run away." Ye Cheng patted his chest to assure him.
"Alright, go ahead."
With a wave of his hand, Director Liu immediately sent someone to help complete the bail procedures and obtain Ye Cheng's contact information. Only then was Ye Cheng allowed to leave the police station with Widow Zhang.
Before leaving, Chen Shichao also came out and gave Ye Cheng a thumbs up.
"Brother, you're amazing! You even managed to persuade our Chief Liu."
"Brother Chen, it's all because of you. I have people from our village here, that's why I feel confident."
Chen Shichao laughed heartily at Ye Cheng's words, "You really are something else. With someone like you in our village, there's hope for the future."
After exchanging a few pleasantries with Chen Shichao, Ye Cheng had Widow Zhang sit on the back seat, and the two rode towards the village.
As night fell, the motorcycle carried two people along a country road.
Widow Zhang hasn't said a word since she came out. She was a woman who had been interrogated by several policemen for two hours, and she was completely dazed.
After the car had been driving for a while, Widow Zhang finally came to her senses. She leaned closer to Ye Cheng and rested her head on his back.
As he leaned closer, Ye Cheng immediately felt something on his back, but he was too embarrassed to move, so he could only offer a few words of comfort.
"Auntie, don't worry too much, it's nothing serious."
Widow Zhang said softly from behind, "Acheng, thank you. I feel at ease with you here."
These words terrified Ye Cheng. He didn't want to get involved in this matter anytime soon, so he quickly replied...
"Auntie, we're all from the same village, we should help each other out."
Widow Zhang chuckled from behind and straightened up. "Are you scared? Don't worry, your aunt knows who she is and won't overthink things."
However, if you wish.
Widow Zhang lowered her voice and leaned closer, "Auntie can help you too, no status required."
These words made Ye Cheng feel hot all over. Damn it, this middle-aged woman really knows how to seduce people.
"Auntie, let's not talk about that anymore. Tell me, what did the police ask you?"
When it came to serious matters, Widow Zhang stopped acting recklessly. She straightened up and said, "I just want to know if I sold it, what things were put in it, and whether I have a business license or something."
But don't worry, Cheng, I didn't say you taught me.
Ye Cheng calmly said, "Auntie, don't worry, it's okay even if you tell. It's not a problem with us burning it. Some people are allergic, so I told you that each of you can only buy two catties."
"Ah Cheng, will we still be able to sell these crayfish in the future?" Widow Zhang was a little worried, as this was a good business opportunity.
"Yes, but it will have to be paused for a while. Don't worry, this thing will be sold all over the country in the future."
That's right. From now on, all over the country will be eating crayfish during the season. As for rhabdomyolysis, people will go to the hospital if they need to. Chinese people have never been afraid of these things when it comes to food.
“If we can’t sell for now, then we won’t make any money. I still owe you 30,000 yuan.” Widow Zhang was a little worried. The way to make money that she had finally found was gone. How could she not be worried?
"Auntie, there's no rush to pay back the money you owe. I don't need the money right away. As for making money in the future, let me think about it some more and try to find you a long-term business."
The two talked for a while and soon returned to the village.
As soon as she got back to the village, Widow Zhang rushed to get her child. It was already late at night, but Aunt Qian's house still had the lights on.
"Aunt Qian, Aunt Qian," Widow Zhang called softly twice.
"Xiuqin? You're back?" came Aunt Qian's joyful voice from inside.
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