Chapter 22: Stealing a Chicken, Losing the Rice
Su Tang's words were suggestive, and everyone understood even if she didn't say it.
If that fire spread to other places, people would die.
After being reminded by Su Tang, everyone stopped talking.
When it comes to human lives, no one wants to be branded with a bad reputation.
Hu Lili suddenly looked up, a trace of panic and resentment flashing across her face, and she subconsciously retorted: "You...you are slandering me!"
Su Tang ignored her rebuttal and continued, "What you did has gone beyond the scope of neighborhood conflict."
"The amount of property burned was not small and the nature of the act was serious."
"Being released on bail and paying the fine is your responsibility. It doesn't mean the matter is over, nor does it mean I have to forgive you. As for whether you stay or go..."
Su Tang paused, his eyes swept across the crowd, and finally fell on Hu Lili's face, his tone firm.
"This is not something I can decide, and it can't be changed by you crying and kneeling here."
"Without rules, there is no order. Your behavior has seriously affected the order and safety of the family compound. It is up to the organization to decide whether you are still suitable to continue living here."
When these words were spoken, not only Hu Lili was stunned, but even the onlookers were a little surprised.
Yes, Su Tang is not the leader of the family compound. Whether she accepts the apology or not is completely different from whether Hu Lili can stay.
Hu Lili did this purely to use moral kidnapping to force Su Tang, so that Su Tang would give in under pressure and thus influence the decision of his superiors.
Su Tang kicked the ball away directly, clearing himself and pointing out the unreasonableness of Hu Lili's behavior.
It is good to be educated, to be clear and organized, and to speak neither humbly nor arrogantly.
“You…you…”
Hu Lili pointed at Su Tang, shaking with anger, and the pitiful look she had been trying so hard to maintain was almost breaking.
At this moment, a serious voice came from outside the crowd: "What's going on? What are you all doing here?"
Everyone looked back and saw that it was Director Li from the Family Compound Management Office and two staff members from the Street Office, who had obviously rushed over after hearing the news.
Director Li frowned and swept his eyes across the chaotic scene, finally landing on the embarrassed Hu Lili and the calm Su Tang.
"Director Li."
Hu Lili felt like she had grabbed a life-saving straw and wanted to rush over and cry to him.
Director Li frowned and raised his hand to stop her. "Comrade Hu Lili, it's you again. Haven't you learned your lesson from what happened before? Instead of reflecting on your actions during your bail period, why are you causing trouble in public?"
Zhang Cui immediately stepped forward and recounted what had happened at a rapid pace.
The focus was on the fact that Hu Lili knelt in public and attempted to morally blackmail Su Tang.
If you dare to do it, don't be timid to take responsibility. Today, Zhang Cui must let Hu Lili know how powerful she is.
Director Li and the colleagues from the subdistrict office looked gloomier as they listened.
In their view, Hu Lili's behavior is simply incorrigible, and she is still trying to disrupt public order and use public opinion to exert pressure.
It's simply opportunistic and restless.
"Comrade Hu Lili!"
A female comrade from the subdistrict office spoke sternly with an unhappy look on her face.
"Your behavior has seriously violated the family compound management regulations and public order and good morals. You have shown no remorse during your bail period and are even trying to use this method to interfere with others and force your superiors to make a decision. This is simply absurd."
After the female comrade finished speaking, Director Li looked at Hu Lili with a look of disappointment.
"We were still considering whether you should stay or go."
"But given your behavior today, we believe you have completely failed to recognize your mistakes and lack the basic qualities to continue living in the family housing complex."
"The comrades from the street office are here. We will immediately report your situation and your behavior today truthfully. The Street Office and the Security Department will make the final decision!"
Hu Lili was struck by lightning and her face turned pale as paper in an instant.
She didn't expect that the tragic drama she carefully planned not only failed to achieve its purpose, but instead became the last straw that broke the camel's back.
"No! No! Director Li, I was wrong! I really know I was wrong! Please give me another chance..."
Hu Lili was completely panicked and started crying. This time she was really desperate.
"Please come back to the management office with us first."
Director Li waved his hand impatiently, signaling the two young staff members who followed him.
The two men immediately stepped forward and lifted up the limp and crying Hu Lili.
The crowd was completely silent. Those who had just spoken up for Hu Lili were now silent as a mouse, with embarrassed expressions on their faces.
Su Tang's words just now and Director Li's handling of the situation clearly showed that Hu Lili had brought all of this upon herself.
Su Tang is the one who is right and is being harassed.
Director Li looked at Su Tang and softened his tone: "Comrade Su Tang, I'm sorry to have frightened you. We will deal with Hu Lili's issue seriously."
"You did the right thing. Such unreasonable and devious behavior, attempting to achieve one's goals through crooked means, must not be tolerated."
Su Tang nodded slightly: "Thank you, Director Li, sorry for the trouble."
Director Li then addressed the crowd, saying, "Disperse! Next time you encounter something like this, distinguish right from wrong. Don't be misled by appearances, and don't join in the commotion and pressure! Go back!"
The crowd then dispersed in twos and threes, and many people looked at Su Tang with a bit more admiration and fear.
This young lady from Shanghai looks gentle, but she is sober and principled when dealing with things.
He resolved the crisis with ease and got rid of the trouble completely.
Awesome! Really amazing.
Zhang Cui breathed a sigh of relief and patted Su Tang on the shoulder: "I was so scared! You're really amazing! You stunned her with just a few words and even called Director Li and the others over!"
"That's good now. Hu Lili definitely won't be able to stay. Bah, she deserves it!"
Su Tang shook his head, revealing a trace of fatigue: "I just don't want to get entangled with her. People like her will only bring trouble if you get involved with them."
She looked at the sky and felt helpless. It had taken so long.
"I have to go to the hospital right away."
"Yes, yes, you should go quickly, business is more important."
Zhang Cui spoke quickly, fearing that Su Tang would walk too slowly.
Su Tang went back to the house, packed up briefly, picked up his bag and walked out of the yard quickly.
Not long after I walked out of the gate, I bumped into a strong chest.
Su Tang exclaimed and looked up, and it was Lu Xiao.
He was wearing casual clothes, obviously having just returned, with a slightly frown on his face.
His sharp eyes swept over Su Tang's somewhat messy temples and slightly hurried expression.
"I heard Hu Lili is causing trouble again? Where is she?"
Lu Xiao's voice was low and a little tense. He looked Su Tang up and down to make sure she was not injured.
"It's okay. Director Li and the others have taken them away."
Thinking of yesterday's embarrassment, Su Tang spoke quickly and wanted to walk around him after he finished speaking.
But Lu Xiao grabbed her wrist.
His palms were warm and strong, with thin calluses, and Su Tang's heart skipped a beat for no apparent reason.
"etc."
The man's hawk-like eyes locked on her, but he noticed the tips of her ears had quietly turned red.
"Are you really okay? She didn't touch you?"
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