Chapter 82 Supermarket Case
At 12:30 noon, Xia Lili and Uncle Li picked up their parents on time, and the family went straight to the restaurant they had booked.
When I pushed open the door of the box, my brother Xia Xubai was already sitting inside waiting. Hearing the noise, he tilted his head slightly and a gentle smile appeared at the corner of his lips.
Standing at the door of the box was my brother’s personal assistant, Yu Shou.
He has a tall and straight figure, a righteous air, and a square face that makes him look intimidating without even getting angry. At first glance, he looks like a serious bodyguard, but in fact, he is very meticulous.
Yu Shou has been practicing martial arts since he was a child and comes from a military family. At the age of 29, he is very skilled and takes care of Xia Xubai's daily life and travel.
The day before yesterday, Xia Lili and her brother were having hotpot, and Yu Shou actually produced a hair tie and a disposable apron from his pocket. His service was as professional as that of Haidilao.
The dining table in the private room was filled with dishes and the aroma was everywhere.
Xia Lili picked up a piece of her parents' favorite dish and put it into their bowls. She couldn't help but ask, "Mom and Dad, are you really not considering moving to a villa?"
Xia Xubai also put down his chopsticks and gently advised, "The villa has three floors, so there's plenty of space. You don't have to worry about disturbing my creations. Besides, we can grow vegetables and flowers in the yard. Don't you like these things?"
Chang Yue, your mother, smiled and shook her head, her tone gentle but firm: "The suburbs are too far away, transportation is inconvenient, and there's not even a decent vegetable market. When we were in the county, we knew everyone and could visit and chat anytime. If we moved there, wouldn't your father and I be bored to death?"
Xia Lili thought about it and agreed. Her parents were only in their early fifties, the perfect age for restlessness. The police compound was bustling with people their own age, and it was more suitable for them than a suburban villa.
"Okay then." She compromised, but still reminded us worriedly, "But if you miss us, just call us anytime and the driver will pick you up right away. If you want to stay for a few days, just pack a suitcase and come. The room will always be reserved for you."
"Okay, okay!" Father Xia Lintian responded cheerfully, his smile never relaxed since they met. "You two siblings are truly promising. Your mother and I must have accumulated blessings for several lifetimes to have children like you."
His tone was full of pride, and he couldn't help but sigh, "I didn't expect that I would be able to drive a luxury car and live in a big house so soon, thanks to you. My life feels like a dream."
Upon hearing this, Xia Xubai reached out and touched his sister's head. His beautiful fox eyes curved, and his voice was gentle: "It's mainly because our Lili is so powerful."
Chang Yue looked at her children across from her, feeling warm inside. Her son, in particular, had become much more cheerful and no longer as silent as before.
She knew that this must be Lili's credit.
Xia Lintian stared at his son for a few seconds, then suddenly smiled and said, "Hey, why do I feel like our son has become more handsome again? Doesn't the Internet say that 'red energy nourishes people'? It seems to be true!"
Xia Xubai's ears turned slightly red after being praised so bluntly by his father. He lowered his head and smiled a little embarrassedly, "Dad, we're all family. Praising me like this... is really corny."
The family was having a great time together, their laughter echoed in the box, warm and happy.
After lunch, the family of four came to the police family compound.
The family compound looks like an old-style residential area from the outside, but it is located near the Yangcheng Public Security Bureau. The location is very good, only seven or eight minutes' walk to the subway entrance. There are vegetable markets and large supermarkets around it, and it is very popular.
The community has good greenery, fitness equipment, a senior activity center, where you can play table tennis, chess, and even a badminton court.
Xia Lili took her parents for a walk around the community and was very satisfied with the conditions there.
The residential complex had a typical two-elevator, six-unit structure, and the elevator operated smoothly. Reaching the third floor, Xia Lili pulled out her key and opened the door to Room 302.
The three-bedroom apartment, approximately 90 square meters, was ablaze with simple decor, featuring white walls and wooden floors. The living room featured a beige fabric sofa and a wooden coffee table, while the dining room held a folding table with four chairs.
All three bedrooms are equipped with basic furniture - the master bedroom has a double bed and wardrobe, the second bedroom has a desk and single bed, and there is a small room that can be used as a storage room.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a refrigerator and a gas stove, and the bathroom is clean and bright.
"Is this really the house allocated to us?" Xia Lintian and Chang Yue walked around the house several times, their fingers gently stroking the smooth walls, their tone full of surprise.
Xia Lili handed them the key with a smile: "Of course it's real!" She looked around: "But it seems that we haven't bought all the daily necessities yet."
"There's a big supermarket nearby," Xia Xubai suggested. "Now's a good time to go shopping."
"Great!" Xia Lili's eyes lit up. "It's been a while since our family has gone to the supermarket together."
Chang Yue felt warm at heart when she heard this, and she remembered that the last time the whole family went to the supermarket was during the Chinese New Year two years ago.
"I saw a 'Bai Jia Deng Huo' supermarket on the way here," Xia Lintian said, "How about we go there?"
Xia Lili checked her phone and said, "It's very close, and parking is convenient. Let's go with this one!"
Life assistant Yu Shou drove the family of four to the "Baijia Denghuo" supermarket.
The Baijiadenghuo Supermarket is very large and has two floors.
The "Baijia Denghuo" supermarket is a two-story square building with a light yellow exterior wall and a dark blue sign. There are several rows of shopping carts at the door.
A poster of "Autumn Sale" is posted on the glass door, and there is a promotional display at the entrance. The colorful discounted products attract customers.
Walking into the supermarket, you will see neatly arranged shelves under bright white lights and the floor covered with beige non-slip tiles.
The first floor is the fresh food area and daily necessities. The vegetable area is filled with the fragrance of soil, and the refrigerator is emitting wisps of white steam.
The second floor is for food and household items. The shelves are filled with a wide variety of goods, and promotional information is played on the radio in a loop.
There was a constant stream of people queuing in front of the cashier counter, and the "beep" sound of the code scanner came one after another. It seemed that business was quite good.
In order to improve purchasing efficiency, the family of four decided to divide the work and cooperate.
Chang Yue clapped her hands with a smile on her face, and began assigning tasks like she was giving candy to children when they were little: "I'm going to buy some fresh fruits and vegetables, and pick out some handy kitchen utensils."
She gently adjusted her husband's collar and said, "Old Xia, I'll leave the household necessities to you. Remember to choose unscented tissues. Xubai and Lili don't like scented ones. And remember to choose hangers with anti-slip strips..."
Xia Lintian stood at attention and saluted: "Yes, Master."
When her eyes fell on Xia Lili and her sister, Chang Yue's voice softened unconsciously: "As for you two older friends..."
Chang Yue took out a bank card from her wallet and stuffed it into Xia Lili's hand, "Let's go to the snack section and buy some!"
"No need to save money for me! Mom's treating today!"
She held up three fingers in a serious tone, "Everyone has a task of at least 300 yuan. You are not allowed to go home if you don't complete it."
Xia Lili and Xia Xubai smiled at the same time.
This familiar scene reminded them of the same thing.
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