"If Dad finds out, we're definitely in big trouble."
Although Lin Heping was also tempted, he still retained some rationality.
"You're so stupid, you won't believe me." Xiaoju rolled her eyes, then looked around and whispered her suggestion to him, "I reckon getting your sister-in-law out will only cost half the money. Remember to hide the other half and don't take it out."
"We'll see," Lin Heping said, not immediately agreeing.
Xiaoju pinched him hard, exasperated, "How can you be so useless? Last time I asked you to follow Dad, you not only didn't find anything, but you almost broke your leg."
Lin Heping's eyes flickered slightly, and he pushed her away, saying, "Alright, I'm too lazy to waste my breath on you."
After saying that, he got on his bicycle and rode away.
Xiaoju stomped her foot and muttered a couple of curses.
Lin Wanwan was released in the evening.
Considering Xiaoju's personality and temperament, Lin Heping still couldn't resist a little greed and immediately gave the money to Xiaoju upon returning home.
"You're good to be obedient." Xiaoju hid in her room counting money, and the more she counted, the wider her smile became.
Lin Heping had an ulterior motive: "I've gotten the money back for you, now when are you going to give me a son?"
The couple has been married for almost a year, but there's still no good news about the woman's belly.
Xiaoju was very easy to talk to at this point, saying, "I'll give birth when I get back."
As expected, she had good judgment. The Lin family didn't seem like much before, but it turns out they are quite powerful behind the scenes.
We need to hurry up and have a son, otherwise when Lin Ping'an reaches marriageable age, he will take the title of the eldest grandson of the Lin family, which would be a loss.
After Lin Wanwan returned, she was severely scolded by Lin Dashan for half an hour.
She was resentful, but dared not speak.
"When we go to the Lu family tomorrow, don't mention your mother's matter," Lin Dashan said, getting down to business after he had finished being angry.
Lin Wanwan felt a little guilty, but remembering that she still had leverage over Lu Yunzhang, she became more resolute and said, "I understand."
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Lin Xiaoxiao heard the knocking and went to open the door.
Seeing Zhu Yuqi's haggard face outside the door, she couldn't help but laugh, "Have you been fleeing famine these past few days?"
Zhu Yuqi rolled her eyes helplessly and handed her the things in her hand, "I went to the South Island, here, these are local specialties I brought back for you."
Lin Xiaoxiao took it and glanced at it; it was all seafood and dried fruit.
She travels all over the country on missions, yet she never forgets to bring her things; she's truly her best friend.
"This feeding is so incredibly happy, thank you so much to our beautiful and generous Zhu Yuqi."
Lin Xiaoxiao, beaming, pulled her along, "Have you eaten? If not, let's eat together?"
Zhu Yuqi slumped her shoulders and said weakly, "I haven't eaten, but I don't want to. I haven't slept for three days. I'll go back and catch up on some sleep."
"What kind of tasks has Director Fan given you? You haven't slept for three days." Lin Xiaoxiao looked at her heavy dark circles and complained, "Then you should go back to sleep."
Zhu Yuqi, like a ghost, floated to the next room, opened the door, and closed it in one smooth motion.
Lin Xiaoxiao carried the things in and put them in the kitchen.
Qin Yushen had already prepared the meal and served her a bowl of soup.
They didn't ask a single question about the person who lived next door or the relationship between that person and Lin Xiaoxiao.
He knew that Lin Xiaoxiao's current profession was similar to his, or even more secretive.
Lin Xiaoxiao took a sip of soup, her brows and eyes relaxing. "It's delicious, you should have some too."
Qin Yushen tasted it from her bowl and said, "It's a bit too salty. You should put less salt next time."
Since Lin Xiaoxiao became pregnant, Qin Yushen has been cooking with less oil and salt to ensure the food is healthy and nutritious.
After Lin Xiaoxiao finished her soup, she told him about what happened that day.
From meeting Song Shaohua to getting Xu Fen and Lin Wanwan into the police station.
Upon hearing this, Qin Yushen's expression changed from solemn to proud. He couldn't help but pinch Lin Xiaoxiao's cheek, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly. "So smart."
Lin Xiaoxiao waved her fist. "Hmph, if it weren't for the baby in my belly, I would have beaten them to a pulp long ago."
Qin Yu praised her without reservation, "My wife is the best. Remember, if anyone insults or bullies you, just fight back. I'll back you up."
If his wife doesn't even have the right to be flamboyant in Beijing, then how much of a failure would he be as a husband?
"Smack~" Lin Xiaoxiao kissed him, her porcelain-white face full of smiles, "Of course."
You can't afford to be at a disadvantage when it comes to food.
Qin Yu held her hand tightly, the warmth of their fingertips mingling together, and a smile flowed between them.
After dinner, Lin Xiaoxiao was pulled around the yard to digest her food.
She rubbed her face, still feeling a chill despite wearing a light jacket. "It seems unusually cold today. I wonder if it's going to snow tomorrow?"
It's almost New Year's Day, and Beijing hasn't had a single snowfall yet.
Qin Yushen touched her face with his warm hand, but it felt cool to the touch.
"It's likely to snow. Let's go back inside."
The snow started falling two hours later.
Lin Xiaoxiao was still awake at that time. Listening to the rustling wind outside the window, she actually became more alert.
She sat up in bed, the warm blankets instantly filled with cold air. "I'll go see if it's snowing."
Don't blame her for being excited; it's just that kids from the South haven't seen much of the world.
Qin Yushen draped a thick cotton-padded coat over her, not dampening her sudden excitement.
Opening the room door, Lin Xiaoxiao exclaimed in surprise as she used the small nightlight in the corridor to light up the room.
The entire courtyard seemed to be covered by a huge white curtain, and the world was dressed in silver.
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