Chapter 125 Those who apprehend criminals are commended.
"Exchange it," Xu Nuoyan confirmed.
[Exchange successful. Host's current points: 70 gold coins.]
"Open the store," Xu Nuoyan murmured.
A semi-transparent screen, visible only to them, suddenly appeared before their eyes, displaying a dazzling array of product images and names.
[Portable UV Disinfection Stick (5 Gold Coins)], [High-Efficiency Hemostatic Spray (8 Gold Coins)], [Small Automatic Seeder Blueprint (15 Gold Coins)], [Threshing Machine Improvement Blueprint (12 Gold Coins)], [Simple Water Purifier Filter (3 Gold Coins)], [Soil Conditioner (Small Portion) (10 Gold Coins)], [Primary Nutrient Solution (Strengthening Body) (20 Gold Coins)], [Three-Day Weather Forecaster (25 Gold Coins)], etc.
The mother and daughter were dazzled by the sights, but the high prices made them hesitate.
70 gold coins seem like a drop in the ocean.
Xu Nuoyan scrolled through the pages of the high-tech mall and noticed that many of the product pages were grayed out.
Upon closer inspection, I realized that items priced over 70 gold coins would not be displayed.
Those items that were beyond their gold coin budget were now hidden behind a fog, their full appearance unknown.
Just then, Xu Nuoyan's gaze was drawn to the [Ladies' Mechanical Watch (with basic mechanical schematic diagram) (30 gold coins)].
Remembering her daughter's bare wrist, she gritted her teeth and said, "Exchange this watch!"
[Exchange successful. Item has been delivered to your storage space.]
A simple little wooden box appeared in Xu Nuoyan's hands.
Upon opening it, a small and exquisite silver-white steel watch lay quietly inside, with a dark brown leather strap, a simple dial, and a blue second hand that moved steadily.
More importantly, there was a small stack of papers with detailed mechanical diagrams pressed down at the bottom of the box.
The mother and daughter exchanged a glance and both saw the surprise in each other's eyes.
Xu Nuoyan picked up the blueprints and flipped through them, but couldn't understand the complex lines and symbols at all.
"System, why do the exchanged items also come with blueprints?" Xu Nuoyan asked in his mind.
[Host, this auxiliary system aims to promote the development of basic technologies in dimensional civilizations. The blueprints provide an explanation of the underlying principles of the exchanged items, which can be studied and researched by individuals with relevant knowledge, with the aim of promoting localized applications and innovation.]
Xu Nuoyan understood, carefully put away the blueprints, then took out the watch, took her daughter's wrist, and gently put it on her wrist.
"Ah Li, Mom doesn't have anything good to give you. Just wear this to tell the time, it'll be more convenient." Her tone was apologetic.
The cool touch against her wrist warmed Xu Zhili's heart as she looked down at the simple yet incredibly precious watch of this era.
She raised her wrist and shook it, then smiled and said, "Mom, it looks so good. I don't feel wronged at all. With you by my side, even the hardest days are sweet in my heart."
She affectionately took her mother's arm and rested her head on her mother's shoulder.
Six days later, on the morning of the same day, it was time to start work.
Xu Zhian, as usual, sat obediently in the house, waiting for her sister to come home from work.
Xu Zhili thought to herself that it was time to consider sending An'an to school; keeping her cooped up at home all day wasn't a solution.
However, it's only the end of June, and Xiangyang Brigade is far from the elementary school in the neighboring brigade, so it would be too much of a hardship for the children to travel back and forth every day.
Perhaps... we could think of a way to get the brigade to set up a literacy class? But this idea is just a thought, and there's no plan yet.
Xu Zhili was busy hoeing the furrows when she heard a commotion coming from the edge of the field.
Looking up, I saw Captain Xie walking towards us with several other people.
Leading the group were five soldiers in military green uniforms, their shoulder insignia indicating their officer status.
Beside them were two police officers dressed in green-on-top, blue-on-bottom uniforms (the style of police uniforms at the time), their expressions serious.
Xu Zhili's heart skipped a beat. She put down her hoe and looked at Xie Jianguo, who was approaching, with a puzzled expression: "Uncle Captain, what's this...?"
Almost simultaneously, Xie Yunze also rushed over from another plot of land upon hearing the news. He moved as fast as the wind and instinctively stood half a body length in front of Xu Zhili, looking at his father with a wary and questioning gaze.
Xie Jianguo's face was beaming with joy.
He intended to walk directly towards Xu Zhili, but was blocked by his own son, who was like a "wall." He was both amused and annoyed, so he reached out and shoved him aside, saying, "Silly boy, move aside! It's a good thing."
"father?"
Xie Yunze was startled by the push and muttered a dissatisfied remark, but judging from his father's expression, it seemed that it really wasn't a bad thing.
Xie Jianguo ignored him and walked a few steps to Xu Zhili, beaming and speaking loudly: "Little Xu, great news! Great news indeed!"
He stepped aside and introduced them: "This is Minister Li from our commune's armed forces department, and this is Team Leader Ye from our county's public security bureau. They came to Xiangyang Brigade specifically to thank you and Comrade Yun Ce on behalf of the organization!"
Minister Li of the Armed Forces Department, with a resolute face, stepped forward, stood ramrod straight, and gave Xu Zhili and Xie Yunze a crisp military salute in a loud voice.
"Comrade Xu Zhili! Comrade Xie Yunze! You two assisted the local authorities and the garrison in successfully cracking a major case that attempted to undermine national security."
"On behalf of the stationed troops, I would like to express my highest respect and heartfelt gratitude to you."
Team Leader Ye from the Public Security Bureau also stepped forward, his expression solemn, and shook hands firmly with Xu Zhili and Xie Yunze respectively.
"You two young comrades are remarkable. Your courage and alertness at the critical moment provided us with crucial clues to promptly combat criminal activities and protect the safety of the people. You have made a great contribution."
"Whoa!"
"What big case is it?"
"Are these two kids really that capable?"
"The arrival of officers from the military and public security must mean we've done a great service!"
The villagers working in the fields had already gathered around, and upon hearing this conversation, they instantly erupted into a buzz of discussion.
Everyone's faces were filled with shock and curiosity, and they craned their necks to hear what was going on.
What incredible good deed did these two young comrades do?
Minister Li looked around at the excited villagers and said in a steady and powerful voice, "Fellow villagers!"
"Comrades Xu Zhili and Xie Yunze did not back down when they discovered suspicious situations. Instead, they promptly and bravely reported to the organization and actively cooperated with the investigation. They made indelible contributions to quickly and thoroughly uncovering the saboteurs hiding among us."
"With their actions, they safeguarded our country's security, protected our Xiangyang Brigade, and protected the peaceful lives of all of us. They are outstanding and excellent role models for us to learn from!"
Team Leader Ye picked up the thread and added, "It is precisely because of the awareness and contributions of the two comrades that we were able to crack down on this criminal gang that had long threatened social stability and attempted to sabotage socialist construction. The organization highly praises your performance!"
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