Li Zhaodi’s curses were exceptionally foul, relentlessly smearing Xia Mingyu’s reputation with filthy accusations.
Although everyone enjoyed watching drama, Li Zhaodi’s vile language became too much to bear, making them unwilling to listen further.
Especially Zhao Jianguo—the Head hadn’t even gone far, and she was already hurling abuse here!
If Si Konghuai were to hear this, it would be disastrous!
“Li Zhaodi, I told you to shut up and reflect on yourself! Did my words go in one ear and out the other?!”
“It seems you truly want to be expelled from our Xitang Production Brigade. How could our brigade have someone like you? You’re the one committing evil deeds!”
“Mingyu is such a good girl—we’ve practically watched her grow up. Over the years, she’s taken care of you wholeheartedly. When has she ever been involved with any man?”
“While your son was away, she went out of her way to avoid any suspicion with every man! Saying such things—your mouth and your heart are utterly rotten!”
Zhao Jianguo scolded as he stepped forward, attempting to cover Li Zhaodi’s mouth.
If Si Konghuai were to overhear Li Zhaodi’s words and harbor doubts, it would ruin Xia Mingyu and the two children, Tuan Tuan Yuan Yuan, for life.
Thankfully, Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan looked exactly like Si Konghuai—otherwise, it would be impossible to clear their names!
“Exactly!”
“Ugh! You and your son are the worst in the entire brigade!”
Everyone chimed in to support Xia Mingyu, seizing the chance to curse Li Zhaodi, that detestable woman, a few more times.
“Don’t you dare insult my mom!”
At that moment, Tuan Tuan’s shout drew everyone’s attention.
They saw Si Konghuai, his face dark with anger, striding over with Tuan Tuan in his arms. His imposing presence and sharp, murderous glare were fixed on Li Zhaodi.
“You’re Li Zhaodi?”
“Malicious slander and spreading rumors about others are against the law—do you realize that?”
“You also conspired with your son in a fraudulent marriage and engaged in human trafficking. Not only will your son face legal consequences, but you too will pay for your actions!”
Si Konghuai delivered his verdict coldly.
“You! You—!”
The person who had informed Li Zhaodi about Tuan Tuan Yuan Yuan’s father arriving hadn’t mentioned that the children were the spitting image of their father.
So, when Li Zhaodi saw Si Konghuai’s face, she was struck speechless with shock.
She pointed a trembling finger at him, her expression frozen in place.
Ignoring her reaction, Si Konghuai continued sternly.
“Lu Ning, take her to the Public Security Bureau immediately. Today, I will see justice served for Comrade Xia—we cannot let a single villain go unpunished!”
“Team Leader Zhao, they are members of your Production Team. You should come along as well—your cooperation is needed.”
“Additionally, summon your Gongshe’s secretary!”
Si Konghuai issued his commands in an icy, uncompromising tone.
“Yes, Head!”
Without another word, Lu Ning hoisted Li Zhaodi over his shoulder.
Terrified once more, Li Zhaodi began to struggle.
“Let me go! I won’t go! I’m already paralyzed—what more do you want from me?!”
“You’re bullying the weak—picking on an old woman like me? What kind of heroes are you?!”
Annoyed by her resistance, Lu Ning swiftly knocked her out with a chop to the neck, restoring peace and quiet.
Si Konghuai’s anger still simmered. He signaled for Xia Mingyu to follow—they were heading to the Public Security Bureau right away, without delay.
Although Si Konghuai had already heard from Lu Ning that Li Zhaodi was truly harsh and Xia Mingyu had suffered greatly over the years, hearing about it was nothing compared to witnessing it firsthand.
Si Konghuai’s eyes were pitch-black, his rugged face tense, radiating coldness from head to toe. He pressed his thin lips tightly together, his mind now occupied by a single thought.
Punish this mother and son for Xia Mingyu!
“Alright.”
Xia Mingyu nodded, holding Yuanyuan as she followed along.
Originally, she had intended to have Si Konghuai secretly resolve this matter for her, but since they had already encountered each other, she might as well make a bold move this time, regardless of what others thought.
After all, she ultimately needed to rely on Si Konghuai to completely settle things with this mother and son.
Although everyone was puzzled as to why Si Konghuai, who had already left, had turned back, the prospect of witnessing some excitement immediately stirred their enthusiasm. Who doesn’t enjoy seeing villains get their comeuppance?
And so, a crowd noisily trailed along, surging toward the Public Security Bureau.
Coincidentally, the bureau chief was present. He had taken this matter very seriously and had already interrogated Qiao Hongye. However, Qiao Hongye remained tight-lipped, refusing to admit to anything other than the marriage fraud.
The chief was at a loss about how to proceed, especially since Qiao Hongye was a military man.
Seeing such a high-ranking official like Si Konghuai arrive, he trembled as he explained, “Head, it’s not that I wanted to investigate…”
“Enough. Follow my arrangements. I’ll interrogate him personally.”
“Take your men and find out who Qiao Hongye conspired with five years ago to attempt assault against Comrade Xia.”
“Lu Ning, call Qiao Hongye’s superior and obtain his testimony. Then…”
Si Konghuai raised his hand to cut off the chief’s rambling, assertively taking charge of everything.
Si Konghuai, tall and imposing with a stern demeanor, exuded an aura of authority as he issued commands, earning both admiration and fear from those watching.
Yuanyuan widened his eyes and whispered in awe, “Wow, brother, he looks so impressive!”
This father seemed pretty good!
Tuantuan also stared intently at Si Konghuai. Truth be told, he admired him too—after all, both adults and children are drawn to strength.
Moreover, Si Konghuai was protecting Xia Mingyu and seeking justice for her.
But hearing Yuanyuan’s remark, Tuantuan felt a bit displeased, as if his own status was being threatened.
Tuantuan saw himself as the pillar of support, the one responsible for protecting his younger brother and mother.
“So, is he more impressive or am I?” Tuantuan pouted, asking Yuanyuan with a hint of jealousy.
“Of course, brother is the most impressive!” Yuanyuan threw his arms around Tuantuan, praising him like the best of brothers.
The bond between twins is no simple matter, especially after the four years of hardship they had endured together, relying on one another for survival. Even a biological father couldn’t replace the other’s place in their hearts.
Satisfied, Tuantuan couldn’t help but break into a smile.
The two little ones weren’t exactly quiet with their conversation. Xia Mingyu covered her face in embarrassment, feeling that her children were a bit too self-assured and overly affectionate. Couldn’t they pick a better time and place?
Si Konghuai, who had been emanating a murderous aura, nearly laughed aloud upon hearing the brothers’ innocent chatter.
His heart softened, and he couldn’t resist reaching out to ruffle the fluffy little heads of Tuan Tuan Yuan Yuan. Then, in a gentler tone, he said to Xia Mingyu, “I’ll head into the interrogation room first. Wait here for a while.”
“Alright.”
The crowd was disappointed to learn that the interrogation wouldn’t be conducted in front of them. Besides, they still had work to do in the afternoon.
Everyone had to rush back in a hurry, leaving behind only some elderly people and children who didn’t need to work. They found a spot to sit and watch the excitement, never tiring of the spectacle.
Xia Mingyu also found a place and brought Tuan Tuan Yuan Yuan over to sit down.
It was at this moment that she noticed how bulging all of Tuantuan’s pockets were.
“Tuantuan, what’s in your pockets? Why are there so many things?”
Xia Mingyu casually asked and was about to reach into Tuantuan’s pocket.
Oh no, the money was still in the pocket!
Tuantuan was instantly alarmed. He quickly covered his pockets and hugged Xia Mingyu’s arm to stop her from reaching in.
When Si Konghuai brought him back, they happened to run into Li Zhaodi scolding Xia Mingyu. Then, he immediately stepped forward and brought everyone to the Public Security Bureau. Both of them had forgotten about the money, so it was still on Tuantuan.
What should they do? If Mother found out, they would be in big trouble!
Tuantuan panicked, his dark, bright eyes darting around nervously.