After my stepmother was shot, I took my brothers to the countryside

Chapter 168 Xiao Ruzhang's Request

Stone was stared at by two pairs of curious eyes. He couldn't help but pull the corner of his mouth awkwardly and nodded.

"Yes, she is indeed living with me now. She said she has nowhere to go and doesn't dare to go home. So, I... I let her stay for now."

Shen Nian nodded slightly, a hint of understanding flashed in his eyes, as if he had foreseen the beginning of a certain emotional story.

Heizi, standing by, suddenly realized something and jokingly said, "I was wondering why you were staring at that hair tie just now. Turns out there's a woman hiding in your house. Shitou, you're usually quiet, but I didn't expect you to be so quick."

Heizi's words made Shen Nian laugh, and the atmosphere suddenly became a lot more relaxed.

"Brother Hei, stop making fun of me. I wanted to tell you from the beginning, but I didn't know how to start, so I kept putting it off. And the girl didn't say she had that intention." Shi Tou scratched his head, a rare look of embarrassment on his face.

"You have to report to me about supporting a woman? As long as she is willing and you are happy, it's no big deal." Heizi waved his hand, looking very open-minded.

Then, Heizi patted Shitou's shoulder and said with a smile, "Alright, stop being so fussy. We don't need so many polite words between brothers. What exactly do you want to say by saying this? Just say it directly."

"Brother Hei, what I want to say is, let me go to the police station tonight to report Li Chaocai! I want to do something for her." Shi Tou's voice was firm.

Heizi frowned when he heard this. He looked at Shen Nian, as if asking for her opinion. Shen Nian was silent for a while, then nodded.

"Okay, Shitou, then you go. But remember, leave after reporting. Don't stay in front of the police for too long, and don't let people know that it was you who made the report." Shen Nian warned seriously.

Shitou nodded: "Sister Xin, don't worry, I'll deliver the message and then slip away. I'm sure I won't leave any trouble for us."

"Oh right, Shitou, there's one more important point." Shen Nian suddenly remembered the conversation between him and Li Chaocai last night and added, "You mentioned the courtyard when you reported it."

She was saying that she always felt like she had missed some important information, and then it suddenly occurred to her. The yard! There was something very wrong with Li Chaoliang's yard!

"The yard? Someone is buried in the yard?"

Heizi's face changed slightly when he heard this. He used to see other people dealing with this kind of thing in Hong Kong City, so he immediately thought of the possibility of burying someone. He looked at Shen Nian with a questioning look in his eyes.

Shen Nian shook his head lightly, his expression solemn: "I'm not sure, I only heard them mention it, so I asked Shitou to mention it as well.

Shitou nodded and said, "Sister Xin, I understand. I will do as you say and tell the police everything."

After the discussion was completed, Shen Nian left.

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Shen Nian strolled leisurely along the street. Thinking that the things in his heart would be settled tonight, he couldn't help but relax a lot.

During this period of time, students are in class and workers are busy in the factory. There are not many pedestrians on the street, making the street particularly quiet.

Shen Nian was alone admiring the unique street scenes of the 1970s, the mottled walls, and the occasional ringing of old bicycle bells, all of which exuded a simplicity and tranquility that belonged to this era.

She couldn't help but sigh that no matter how the times change, this purity and simplicity will be missed by many people of this era in later generations.

As Shen Nian walked, she unknowingly arrived outside the town's primary school. She seemed to see a familiar figure at the corner ahead.

Is that Xiao Nanqing? Why is he here? Shen Nian's heart moved, and his pace involuntarily quickened.

"Nan Qing?" Shen Nian called softly, and the figure froze.

"Sister... Miss An?"

Xiao Nanqing turned around slowly, with a look of surprise and uncertainty on his face. He didn't expect to meet his sister Xiao An here.

Shen Nian took a few steps closer and stared at Xiao Nanqing: "Nanqing, it really is you? I thought I saw the wrong person. What are you doing here? How are grandpa and grandma doing?"

"I just came out for a walk and was about to go back. Sister Xiao An, do you want to go with me to see my grandparents?" Xiao Nanqing looked at her timidly.

Shen Nian nodded and agreed happily: "Okay, I haven't visited your grandparents for a long time, and I just want to go see them."

The two walked side by side on the street. Shen Nian asked Xiao Nanqing about his recent life, how his studies were going, and whether he had encountered any difficulties. Xiao Nanqing answered one by one, his words revealing his longing for life.

Soon, the two arrived at the Xiao family. Xiao Nanqing gently opened the door and led Shen Nian in.

"Grandpa and grandma, look who's here!" Xiao Nanqing raised his voice and shouted. This time, there was no timidity in his words, and they were filled with the usual joylessness.

Sun Yue'e came out upon hearing the voice, and when she saw Shen Nian, a kind smile immediately appeared on her face.

"Xiao An, why are you here?" She walked quickly forward, took Shen Nian's hand, and asked kindly.

"Aunt, I came to town to do some business. I didn't expect to meet Nan Qing on the street, so I thought of coming to see you." Shen Nian responded with a smile.

"Come on, come on, come into the house and talk to your aunt. I've been thinking about you lately!" Sun Yue'e took Shen Nian's hand and went into the house, and Xiao Nanqing followed closely behind.

As soon as she entered the house, Sun Yue'e shouted to Xiao Ruzhang with great joy: "Old man, please get up and take a look. Xiao An is here to see us."

Xiao Ruzhang's kind and hearty laughter came from the kang: "Old lady, my ears are very sharp. I heard it a long time ago..." Then he said, "Xiao An, you are here."

Shen Nian looked over when she heard the voice, and saw Xiao Ruzhan slowly sitting up from the kang with a warm smile on his face. His eyes, full of wisdom, were filled with joy for her arrival.

Shen Nian quickly responded: "Uncle, how are you feeling recently? I've been very busy recently and haven't had time to visit you."

"Okay, very good. Seeing you here, I feel more relieved. Nanqing, quickly pour a glass of water for your sister Xiao An." Xiao Ruzhan said to Xiao Nanqing.

Xiao Nanqing responded quickly and poured two glasses of water, one for Shen Nian and the other in front of his grandfather.

Shen Nian chatted with the grandfather and grandson about family matters. Shen Nian asked with concern if they had any food left at home. If not much, she would send some more over tomorrow.

Sun Yue'e smiled and said that there was still some food left from the last time she sent, enough to last for a while, so there was no need to send more for the time being.

After Sun Yue'e finished speaking, she was about to go cook, and warmly asked Shen Nian to stay and eat before leaving.

At this time, Xiao Ruzhang looked at Xiao Nanqing, seemed to have made up his mind, then turned to Shen Nian and said:

"Xiao An, actually, uncle has been waiting for you to come over recently. I have something difficult to talk about and I don't know how to ask for your help."