The money was eventually borrowed, even though his money was all tied up in the stock market, he had to take it out. After all, he couldn't let old Su make a trip for nothing, right?

As for why 5000 was borrowed, it was because old Su comrade recently had his eyes on a new fishing rod, which was a bit pricey. It must be said, a man's habit of spending money on games knows no age.

There wasn't much news about last night's Qingshuiwa Platform incident. The locals just thought it was a regular anti-prostitution operation, though the foot massage parlor was indeed shut down.

The East City Public Security Bureau had been particularly busy lately. Apart from some civil disputes, the criminal investigation department was making rapid progress, achieving significant results. Not only did they crack several major cases, but there was also a major breakthrough in the anti-narcotics case, which was the top priority.

From when Jiang Dabao first spoke until the B-level wanted criminal Qiao Yuanshan was caught, it seemed as if a catalyst had been added—one thing led to another.

Not only had the local criminal forces been mostly uprooted, but there were also significant leads on out-of-province perpetrators. In due time, everything will come to a head.

Outside the interrogation room, Li Zijun watched as Qiao Yuanshan was being questioned inside and couldn't help but ask, "How's it going?"

"What else? He's a B-level wanted criminal with concrete evidence against him. When he first got here, he was quite tough, but it's been less than 20 hours, and he's said almost everything he needs to. I've already contacted YN, and they said they'd send someone over," Du Qiang laughed beside him.

Recently, because his mentor had fallen ill, he's been feeling a lot of pressure. Although he didn't need to take the lead, the pressure from above was tangible. Who would've thought, in just a few days, a new hope would emerge, and at this rate, his vacation wasn't far away.

"They can come, but only after we're done here can they take him away," Li Zijun said solemnly.

After all, Qiao Yuanshan was related to the case they were working on, and they couldn't just hand him over casually.

"Of course, don't worry, Li. But really, if every case could go this smoothly, it would be great. Li, why don't you ask your brother to come over again? There are still a few stagnant cases on hold here at the bureau!"

Upon hearing this, Li Zijun immediately felt a surge of anger and slapped Du Qiang on the head: "What are you thinking? Solving cases requires brains, get it?"

"I of course believe in science, but as long as a case can be solved, a little superstition isn't out of the question!" Du Qiang, having been slapped, quickly ran away, but couldn't help expressing his sentiment.

Though they all knew Su Qing had an extraordinary psychological insight, some colleagues privately joked that Su Qing relied on metaphysical skills, seemingly able to predict and assess everything.

"Superstitious nonsense, do you want me to tell Captain Zhao in the hospital tomorrow that instead of focusing on solving cases, you're just looking for shortcuts!" Li Zijun retorted angrily.

This was the criminal investigation department; the cases could not be easily influenced by outsiders.

Upon hearing this, Du Qiang quickly ran off, not wanting to provoke this feisty lady.

After Du Qiang left, Li Zijun couldn't help but think of Su Qing, wondering if that woman had come to bother him again; so difficult!

At that moment, her phone rang.

"Hello mom, what's up?"

"Coming home for dinner?"

"Mom, I've been busy lately~~~ alright, alright, I'll come back after work, okay?"

After hanging up, she shook her head helplessly, figuring a visit wouldn't hurt.

Meanwhile, at Li Zijun's home, Aunt Liu happily put down her phone and looked at Su Qing, who was holding a live fish, and said with a smile, "Alright, put the fish down. I've asked your sister Zijun to come back for dinner later. Today, eat at auntie's place. I'll make your favorite chopped pepper fish head."

"Old Li, old Li, Xiao Qing is here!"

Hearing this, Su Qing couldn't help but smile wryly. Being entrusted by old Su, after leaving the seafood market, he came to bring fish to Uncle Li's family.

Because both he and Uncle Li shared the same hobby, this time Uncle Li didn't have money for fish either. He had to lie that his fish was with Su Qing's dad, so Su Qing brought over a fish to prove he wasn't empty-handed.

Old Su couldn't swallow his pride, so he sent his son over. But once Aunt Liu saw him, she immediately insisted he stay for dinner, no stopping her.

When Li Zijun returned home from work, she was surprised to find Su Qing eating with her parents.

"Su Qing? What are you doing here?"

"Xiao Qing just came by. Hurry, wash your hands and let's eat," before Su Qing could say anything, Uncle Li interjected with a laugh.

Li Maoquan, his father's long-time friend, an avid fisher, and Li Zijun's father, was now in his fifties. He sat there in casual wear, with the demeanor of a retired cadre, and despite his large beer belly, one could still glimpse his former handsomeness.

Then he looked at Su Qing with a kind smile and said, "The last time the four of us ate together was when Xiao Qing was taking his university entrance exam, wasn't it? Ah, time flies, you've already graduated from college. I'm feeling old!"

"Oh come on, I think you're still young. Here, a toast to you!" Su Qing replied, utterly unfazed by the comment about the 'four of us', having grown accustomed to it.

"Oh come on, look at Xiao Qing, always knows what to say, hahaha!"

When he was younger, after getting scolded, Su Qing often ran here. Every time, he'd receive special treatment—whatever good food or toys they had were first given to him, much to Li Zijun's frustration.

In short, Uncle Li and Aunt Liu had a bit of the old-school preference for boys over girls. Coupled with the one-child policy of the time and Aunt Liu's subsequent health issues, they didn't have a second child. With no son in the family, they naturally showed favoritism towards this outsider.

But it was fortunate they didn't have a son; otherwise, Li Zijun's life might have been tougher.

When Li Zijun returned from washing her hands and saw her father buoyed by Su Qing's flattery, she couldn't help dismissively saying: "Bootlicker Qing!"

"Always flattering my dad. It's like I'm not as close to him as you are!"

As the saying goes, people tend to become what they hate the most. Su He was Bootlicker Su in his mouth, and he was Bootlicker Qing in Li Zijun's.

"Hahaha, funny, if it weren't for the fact that you two are a few years apart, I'd think the hospital swapped babies! Old Su and his wife have doted on you since you were little. Xiao Qing is closer to your mother and me."

"Oh right, Xiao Qing, have you found a partner since graduating?" Li Maoquan laughed and asked.

Upon hearing this, Aunt Liu also chimed in: "Probably not, have you seen it? Xiao Hui is so worried. By the way, girl, do you know any good girls? Introduce one to Xiao Qing."

[The calligraphy-loving Li Maoquan has a hidden agenda, always looking to strengthen family ties. You treat him as an uncle, but he wants to be your father.]

Su Qing: (#ﾟДﾟ)

"Does he need me to introduce someone? Big sister has someone on her mind for him. Mom, tell Aunt Hui that Su Qing already has a partner, they're even living together. She can expect a grandchild next year!"

Su Qing: (╯‵□′)╯︵┻━┻

What the hell!

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