Afternoon, 2 pm.
After lunch at Old Yang's place, Dong Xuebing felt he had stayed here for two days and was about to leave with his mother. But Luan Xiaoping did not want to leave and told Dong Xuebing that she has a dinner with Yang Zhaode. Dong Xuebing did not say anything and knew his mother wants to stay here. Su Jia's parents live in the City and drove here. Dong Xuebing does not need to send her back. Only Su Jia had hitchhiked a ride from the TV station and does not have a car. So, Luan Xiaoping asked Dong Xuebing to send her back.
In the car.
The seatbelt squeezed Su Jia's already flat chest even flatter, almost as if it was gone. Dong Xuebing had never seen such a small chest and took a peek. Hmmm … it's still nice to have a small chest. But Su Jia turned and met his eyes.
Dong Xuebing could not keep it in time and quickly look at her ring. "Good jade should be matched with a beauty."
Su Jia smiled and rubbed the ring with her finger. "Thank you, Aunty Luan. If it's me, I can't bear to buy such an expensive item. Errr … I can't afford it."
Dong Xuebing laughed and asked. "Oh, Sis, where are you staying?"
"South of the city." Su Jia adjusted her seatbelt and giggled. "TV station's hostel."
"Oh, we are not far from each other. Come over to my place when you are free."
"No problem. I can't be bothered to cook. Don't chase me away if I go over to your place for a free meal."
"Are you scolding me? I don't dare to do that. I will surely treat you to a sumptuous meal."
Along the way, the two of them talked and laughed, and their relationship became more and more harmonious. Although they were not related by blood, the fact that they were cousins was almost on the table. Both of them were consciously trying to get closer to each other, so they naturally had a good chat. When they talked about work, Dong Xuebing realized Su Jia is not interested in politics. She is only passionate about journalism and hosting. That's why she had been working at the County's TV Station. If not, with her background, she can easily get a position in the Publicity Department at her age. Sister Su is very low-key.
County's TV station's hostel entrance.
Su Jia waved goodbye to Dong Xuebing, and he turned the steering wheel and drove off.
Two female colleagues who had just returned from working saw Dong Xuebing and laughed. "Eh, Sister Su, isn't that Chief Dong in the car?"
The other young woman also laughed and said, "Tell me quickly, how did he send you back? Where did you two go? Hmm? "
Su Jia pursed her lips and smiled sweetly. "I met him on the way and he gave me a lift. What are you guys thinking about?"
"Alright, alright. I think you are lying!" That young woman laughed. "Why didn't Chief Dong send me off? Last year, when I went to interview Chief Dong, I could not even enter his office. You better tell me the truth. Eh? The ring on your finger! "
The female colleague next to her said in surprise, "This is jade? Ice type? Glass species? Ah! It's incredible. "
The young woman covered her mouth in an exaggerated manner and grabbed her hand. "This is worth fifty to sixty thousand yuan, right? Chief Xiao Dong gave it to you? Not bad, Little Jia. I really couldn't tell! "
Su Jia cleared her throat. "That's right. An elder gave it to me."
"Stop making up stories. Who will believe you? Which elder gives a ring? Sigh … Xiao Jia's spring is here. "
Su Jia looked at her jokingly. "Why are you so jealous? Hehe … Sister Zhou, are you interested in Chief Dong? Do you want me to help you two get together? "
"Screw you. I have been married for a few years, and he will also not like me."
"Oh, why do you sound so sad, Sister Zhou?" Su Jia laughed. "Are you really interested in Chief Dong?"
Sister Zhou blushed. "Heh … How dare you make fun of me? You are asking for a beating! "
The few of them usually had a good relationship, so they didn't mince their words. As they talked, they started to quarrel.
… …
Slightly before 4 pm.
After returning to the County Party Committee Quarters, Dong Xuebing took a hot shower and walked out of the bathroom. He sat on the sofa and lit a Yuxi cigarette. Dong Xuebing's mother has found a place to settle down, and Old Yang is a good person. Dong Xuebing nodded. As long as his mother is happy, it's fine.
Dong Xuebing switched on the TV, and it's Yan Tai County's news program. This is last night's rebroadcast, and the host, Su Jia, is wearing a suit. She is different from her cheerful self earlier. She has a serious look on her face, and she is reporting about a house's heating pipe explosion. Dong Xuebing stared at her chest. It's not small, and it's about the size of a normal person. But she should have more than one padding or stuffed something inside. Huh? Why am I staring at her chest?!
Dong Xuebing felt he is thinking of women. If not, why would he feel sexy on such a flat piece of land?
Ring … ring … ring … just when Dong Xuebing was thinking of women, a woman called.
Dong Xuebing saw Yu Meixia's number and remembered he had not visited her these few days. He cleared his throat and answered. "Sister Yu, it's me. Haha … what a coincidence. I was about to call you as I miss you. Can I have dinner at your place tonight?" How can it be so coincidental? No one will believe this. But Dong Xuebing knows Yu Meixia is easy to coax, and he likes her silly look.
"Xiao Bing, I … I don't think I can make it today." Yu Meixia replied.
"What's wrong?" Dong Xuebing could hear people talking over the phone. "Are you outside?"
Yu Meixia replied softly and nervously. "I … I don't know when I can return, and someone from State Security invited me to a teahouse."
Dong Xuebing paused for a second. "State Security invited you for tea?"
Yu Meixia nodded. "Not only me. A few other people invited them."
Dong Xuebing knew Yu Meixia will not lie and asked. "Why did they invite you all away? What international crimes did they commit? Are they spies? "
"I … I don't know. They did not say anything and only asked us to help them." Yu Meixia replied nervously.
"Don't worry …" Dong Xuebing is still worried. "Tell me which teahouse, and I will go over now."
After writing down the address, Dong Xuebing put on his coat and bag and drove to a small teahouse not far from Hua Mei Estate. Dong Xuebing does not know why Yu Meixia is being investigated, and he wonders if it has something to do with him. Dong Xuebing's BACK and STOP's secrets are too weird, and it's not strange for someone to investigate the people around him. Could it be because of him? Dong Xuebing's heart was racing as he thought about this.
The teahouse is only two stories tall, and it has a vintage vibe.
After parking his car, Dong Xuebing walked into the restaurant. He asked the waiter for the location of a small private room upstairs and entered it. Everyone in the room looks at Dong Xuebing. Yu Meixia, a middle-aged couple, and a young man in his twenties are sitting nervously behind a table. There are three men in casual clothes outside, and they should be the State Security officers Yu Meixia mentioned. The one standing in front should be the leader of the trio.
The leader frowned and looked at Dong Xuebing. "Who are you?"
"Xiao Bing!" Yu Meixia quickly stood up and knocked into the table, causing her cup to spill. "Ah … I'm sorry … I didn't do it on purpose."
Dong Xuebing could tell Yu Meixia is scared and walked over to pat her hand. "Don't be afraid. I am here."
Yu Meixia bit her lips and nodded.
Dong Xuebing turned around and smiled. "This is my Sister. Come, have a cigarette." He took out his Yuxi and passed it to the leader.
The man in casual clothes blinked and doesn't know if he should smoke. "Leader?"
The leader did not take the cigarette and replied emotionlessly. "We are investigating this case, and all unrelated personnel should leave."
Dong Xuebing laughed. "I will not disturb you all. Oh, are you all from the City Bureau or the Provincial Bureau?"
The few officers ignored Dong Xuebing.
Yu Meixia whispered into Dong Xuebing's ear. "I think they are from the Provincial Bureau, and they had shown us their IDs earlier."
Provincial Bureau? Dong Xuebing asked suspiciously. "My Sister is a law-abiding citizen. Are you all looking for the wrong person?"
The leader stared at Dong Xuebing coldly. "Do we need to tell you what we are investigating? Get out! If you continue to disturb us, we will chase you away! "
What's with your attitude?! Dong Xuebing is furious. "What if I don't go out?"
State Security officers have a strong influence on the civilians, and Yu Meixia quickly pulls Dong Xuebing back. She is afraid the State Security officers will arrest him. "Xiao Bing …"
The two plainclothes officers don't want to waste time with Dong Xuebing. One of them looks at Yu Meixia, the middle-aged couple, and the rest. "This case is special, and we must keep it a secret. Alright. Hand over your mobile phones, school bags, and IDs. We need to investigate something."
The middle-aged couple placed their wallets and handbags on the table nervously.
Yu Meixia also put her hand into her pocket to take out her mobile phone.
But Dong Xuebing felt something is wrong. Hand over their mobile phones and wallets? What procedure is this? Dong Xuebing immediately stopped Yu Meixia from handing over her belongings and frowned. He looks at the three officers from State Security. "Can you all show me your IDs before you investigate? Huh? "
The middle-aged couple heard Dong Xuebing's words and replied. "We had seen your IDs, and they are from State Security."
Dong Xuebing laughed. "I had not seen your IDs before. Can you show them to me?"
The leader replied coldly. "Obstructing our work? Fine. Hand over your mobile phone! We suspect that you are also involved in this case! "
Yu Meixia's face turned pale. "Comrade, no. This has nothing to do with Xiao Bing." She turned to Dong Xuebing and said. "Xiao Bing, you can leave first. Don't … don't worry about me." She is afraid of getting Dong Xuebing into trouble.
Dong Xuebing ignored her. "I will repeat myself! Show me your IDs! "
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