Chen Jianye felt a bit more at ease; if Deng Shoucheng hadn't offered an explanation, he would have had to explain himself.
Otherwise, if he let these old aunties spread rumors by word of mouth,
soon the story of him, Chen Jianye, killing seven or eight people at the Rolling Mill would spread throughout the entire district.
“Comrade Chen Jianye, take us to the Jia family to have a look.”
Deng Shoucheng said kindly.
“Everyone, follow me.”
Chen Jianye walked at the forefront.
Leading the Public Security and Security Guard, he bypassed the Middle Courtyard steps and headed straight for the Jia family.
Qin Huairu, with her big belly, was holding Ding Dang's hand and strolling in the Courtyard.
Seeing a group of Public Security personnel following behind Chen Jianye, Qin Huairu felt a little scared and quickly pulled Ding Dang to her side.
Deng Shoucheng's gaze fell on Qin Huairu.
Although Qin Huairu had a big belly, her figure had not become plump, and her chest was even more swollen.
With an oval face and rosy complexion, she looked delicate and weak.
Frankly speaking, Deng Shoucheng had to admit that Qin Huairu was indeed very beautiful.
He glanced at Chen Jianye beside him again.
A young man in his twenties, he enjoyed this kind of thing.
As for whether she was pregnant or not, when young men's blood was boiling, they didn't care about such things.
“This woman is the Jia family's daughter-in-law, Qin Huairu.”
“This girl is her second daughter; her eldest son should still be at school, and she has another posthumous child in her belly.”
The Old Public Security Officer introduced her to Deng Shoucheng.
He and his Public Security apprentice had been here once before and had an impression of Qin Huairu.
“Comrade Police, you, you......”
Qin Huairu pulled Ding Dang, her face full of confusion.
“The agreement signed between the Jia family and the Security Section appeared at the Security Section today.”
“Zhang Shi said her savings and the agreement were in a cloth bag, so we specifically came to investigate.”
Deng Shoucheng precisely explained the situation.
“Then, then have you found anything?”
A hint of surprise flashed in Qin Huairu's eyes.
If the lost money could be found, it would naturally be the best outcome.
“We have sorted through the entire matter and haven't found much.”
Deng Shoucheng's face showed a hint of apology.
At the same time, he closely observed Qin Huairu's and Chen Jianye's expressions.
He needed to verify his guess.
If it was true, he could only feign ignorance.
Qin Huairu's gaze moved back to Chen Jianye, revealing a hint of hope: “You brought Jianye here, are you suspecting.....”
At this point, Qin Huairu couldn't continue speaking.
However, everyone understood what she meant.
Deng Shoucheng, however, felt that Qin Huairu's expression indicated concern for Chen Jianye.
Firstly, there was affection between the two parties.
Secondly, Qin Huairu might be worried that if Chen Jianye got into trouble, he would expose her, the real perpetrator.
“Chen Jianye obtained the agreement between the Jia family and the Security Section, but he got it from someone else, so the Jia family's theft case has little to do with him.”
Deng Shoucheng replied calmly.
“Oh, so that's how it is.”
Qin Huairu licked her lips, feeling a little disappointed, forcing a smile.
“Our main purpose in coming here this time is to explain the situation to you. We have been following the Jia family's case.”
“We will definitely try our best to help you recover the stolen money.”
Deng Shoucheng said sincerely.
“Thank you, Comrade Police.”
Qin Huairu said politely.
“Alright, let's go back.”
Deng Shoucheng turned and left.
Seeing the person was enough.
“Leaving already?”
Hong Shengcai looked bewildered.
“What, are you still planning to search the Chen Family?”
Deng Shoucheng joked.
“No, not that. If we were to search the Chen Family, others would surely think that Comrade Chen Jianye stole the Jia family's money, which would be detrimental to the unity of the Courtyard residents.”
“Comrade Chen Jianye, you're not married yet, are you?”
Hong Shengcai asked with a smile.
“No.”
Chen Jianye replied.
“If Team Leader Deng were to search your home, you'd probably have a hard time finding a partner in the future.”
Hong Shengcai chuckled.
Chen Jianye said nothing to such an uninteresting joke.
The group only met Qin Huairu once, said a few words, and then left the Courtyard.
“Leader, are you leaving already?”
“Come to my house for a drink of water.”
First Aunt mimicked Yi Zhonghai's usual words for entertaining leaders.
“No need, you all go about your business.”
Deng Shoucheng smiled and waved his hand.
The group walked out the door.
“Comrade Chen Jianye, come here for a moment.”
Deng Shoucheng suddenly beckoned to Chen Jianye.
“Team Leader Deng.”
Chen Jianye walked over.
“I am Public Security, and also an ordinary person. I don't want to do anything sinful.”
“Qin Huairu is heavily pregnant; it's not easy for her. You should be careful and not go too far.”
Deng Shoucheng solemnly instructed.
“Team Leader Deng, I don't understand what you mean.”
Chen Jianye looked bewildered.
Deng Shoucheng, however, did not reply and walked directly towards the sidecar motorcycle.
The group got on the sidecar motorcycle, preparing to return to the Rolling Mill.
“Send Comrade Chen Jianye directly to the Workshop.”
Deng Shoucheng said.
“Alright.”
Hong Shengcai agreed, then said loudly: “Team Leader Deng, don't leave yet, I still have something to ask you.”
“I can't leave, don't worry.”
Deng Shoucheng said with a smile.
Hong Shengcai sent Chen Jianye to the Workshop entrance and hurried back to the Security Section.
'What the hell is this all about?'
Chen Jianye stood at the Workshop entrance, complaining.
He also didn't understand what the Public Security's arrangement meant.
Especially the words Deng Shoucheng said to him after exiting the Siheyuan (Courtyard) gate.
It left Chen Jianye a bit confused.
At the Security Section entrance.
Hong Shengcai waited for the Public Security's sidecar motorcycle to arrive.
“Team Leader Deng, what exactly is the situation with this case? You have to give me the lowdown.”
“Otherwise, I can't report to our Leader.”
Hong Shengcai said quickly.
“I'm just stating my guess; it might not be accurate.”
Deng Shoucheng first tactically shielded himself.
“Old Deng, we're old acquaintances, no need for this. Just tell me quickly.”
Hong Shengcai urged.
The other two Public Security also pricked up their ears, ready to hear Deng Shoucheng's opinion on the case.
“I suspect that the Jia family's daughter-in-law, Qin Huairu, and that Chen Jianye, might have an unclear relationship.”
Deng Shoucheng whispered.
“Hiss! Jia Dongxu has been gone for less than a month, their speed is too fast!”
Hong Shengcai was very surprised.
“Phew! If that's the case, then it makes sense.”
The Old Public Security Officer let out a long breath; many things that he couldn't understand suddenly became clear.
The Young Police Officer's eyes flickered, repeatedly deducing in his mind.
This was an opportunity to learn from the bureau's big shot.
“Perhaps when Jia Dongxu was still alive, they already......”
Deng Shoucheng paused here.
Some things didn't need to be fully said; the intended meaning was already very clear.
“Tsk tsk, so they're quite adventurous.”
Hong Shengcai's lips curled into a playful smile.
“I'm just suspicious; it's not necessarily correct. Based on the information we currently have, this possibility is quite high.”
Deng Shoucheng added.
“I understand, I understand. I won't tell anyone else about this.”
Hong Shengcai chuckled, then got to the point: “So, what should we do about this case?”
“Qin Huairu is heavily pregnant, and Zhang Shi is quite old. Most likely, she will come to work at the Rolling Mill in the future to support the Jia family.”
“If we expose this matter, it won't be a good thing.”
Deng Shoucheng finished stating his view, expressing his stance: “Public Security hasn't found any clues, so we'll maintain the status quo. As for my personal guess, without concrete evidence, I will not record it.”
“I understand. The Security Section won't take any action either.”
Hong Shengcai made a judgment instantly.
Deng Shoucheng was unwilling to commit a sin, and he, Hong Shengcai, also didn't want to commit a sin.
There was no need to cause the Jia family to be ruined.
One should accumulate more virtue for their descendants.
Moreover, Zhang Shi's money, in Qin Huairu's hands, was still within the Jia family, after all.
