bookrandom Chapter 204 Fast? How fast?
Chapter 204 Fast? How fast?
Li Xiangyang and Zhou Guangming carried the unconscious person back, remaining highly vigilant the entire way.
Although this dangerous individual has been subdued, no one can guarantee that he doesn't have other accomplices.
After walking for about an hour, we finally met up with the others.
At this moment, the group of people who had poisoned the food were all tied up tightly, squatting on the ground, their faces filled with resentment and anger, cursing under their breath.
Along the way, Li Xiangyang and the others escorted the person back to the village with heavy hearts.
Some things are better left to the people who are in charge.
As soon as the group entered the village, they encountered several law enforcement officers riding old-fashioned bicycles on a path at the edge of the woods.
“It’s the county’s law enforcement bureau,” Zhou Guangming said.
Several people got off the bicycle, and the one leading them was Old Zhao.
Upon seeing the situation, his gaze immediately sharpened.
"Good heavens, we've been looking for these people for ages!" Old Zhao said, carefully examining the faces of each of the bound people.
"What happened?" Li Xiangyang asked.
Old Zhao pulled several wanted posters from his bag and unfolded them in front of Li Xiangyang: "This group of people fled from inside the Great Wall and committed many crimes there. I didn't expect them to hide here, and even dare to poison people in the mountains."
"You guys have done a great job this time!" Old Zhao patted Li Xiangyang on the shoulder. "These guys are absolutely vicious; catching them is definitely a service to the people."
The other law enforcement officers have begun processing the scene and carefully registering the seized firearms and ammunition.
"Old Zhao, what should we do with these people?" Zhou Guangming asked.
"I've already sent someone to call the county using the commune's phone; they'll send someone to pick them up soon. Keep these people in custody for now; the higher-ups will decide what to do with them."
As Old Zhao spoke, he pulled out a notebook, "By the way, I've written down all your names; you're all credited for this."
Just then, the person who had been knocked unconscious by Li Xiangyang gradually woke up.
Upon seeing the scene before him, his face instantly turned deathly pale.
"It's over..." he muttered to himself, a hint of despair flashing in his eyes.
Looking at this person, Li Xiangyang felt a mix of emotions.
Such people don't deserve sympathy, because no matter what they've been through, they chose their own path.
No matter who it is, anyone who breaks the law and commits a crime will ultimately face the full force of the law.
"Let's go." Old Zhao called out, leading a few men to escort the group of criminals towards the commune.
As they walked away, Li Xiangyang breathed a sigh of relief.
Whether it's merit or not doesn't matter; the fact that no one was poisoned is already incredibly lucky.
"Let's go home," Li Xiangyang said to Zhou Guangming and the others. "It's getting late."
The group walked towards the village, and no one spoke along the way.
It was getting late, and Li Xiangyang dragged his tired body home.
Before I even reached my doorstep, I saw Li Xiaoyun pacing back and forth, clearly having been waiting for quite some time.
Seeing Li Xiangyang return, Li Xiaoyun quickly went to greet him: "You're finally back! I've been waiting so long!"
As she spoke, she reached out and patted the dust off Li Xiangyang's clothes.
"I'm sorry to have worried you." Li Xiangyang quickly took out his keys and opened the door.
Once inside, Li Xiaoyun deftly lit the oil lamp.
Under the warm yellow light, her face was full of worry.
"I'm fine. I just caught a few people who were poisoning people in the mountains with Zhou Guangming and the others," Li Xiangyang reassured him.
“You,” Li Xiaoyun shook her head, “you need to tell me beforehand about dangerous things in the future. My heart is pounding here waiting for you.”
Seeing her earnest expression, Li Xiangyang took out his keys from his pocket and placed them in her hand. "I'm sorry, it's my fault. After all, you're the lady of this house from now on; you can't come home without a key."
Upon hearing this, a blush appeared on Li Xiaoyun's face.
Looking at her shy expression, Li Xiangyang felt a surge of warmth in his heart.
Every day after his rebirth made him cherish the girl in front of him even more.
Seeing Li Xiangyang's gentle gaze and the mud and sweat covering his body, Li Xiaoyun said with concern, "Wait here, I'll go boil some water for you."
Li Xiangyang grabbed her hand: "No need for that, just a quick wipe will do."
“That won’t do,” Li Xiaoyun insisted. “It’s so cold, you’ll easily catch a cold if you’re all sweaty. Besides…” Her voice trailed off, a blush rising to her cheeks, “We’re getting married soon, you can’t fall ill.”
While Li Xiaoyun went to boil water, Li Xiangyang sat on the kang (a heated brick bed) and slowly took off his gear.
"The water is boiled."
A moment later, Li Xiaoyun came in carrying a basin of steaming water. "Quickly wipe yourself down, don't catch a cold."
Li Xiangyang took the towel, preparing to wipe his face, but Li Xiaoyun snatched it away, saying, "Let me help you."
Her movements were very gentle, and as she wiped, she reminded him, "Look at you, you've scratched your face. Be more careful next time."
Listening to her endless stream of concern, Li Xiangyang suddenly said, "Xiaoyun, our wedding is just around the corner, and the house in the city is all set up. You haven't been there yet, so why don't we go take a look tomorrow? Also, I can pick out a few things for your dowry while we're at it."
Hearing this, Li Xiaoyun blushed even more and lightly slapped him: "Who asked you to choose the dowry?"
After helping Li Xiangyang wipe his body, Li Xiaoyun was about to pour water when Li Xiangyang hugged her from behind.
This action made her stiffen, but she quickly relaxed.
"Are you sleepy?" Li Xiangyang asked softly. "You're still waiting for me so late."
"I'm not sleepy." Li Xiaoyun nestled in his arms, her voice soft. "I know it's dangerous in the mountains, and I won't feel at ease until you come back safely."
"Xiaoyun, I'm so lucky to have you. The future is long, and I'll definitely treat you well."
Li Xiangyang held Li Xiaoyun tightly, and it took him a long time to calm down.
Li Xiaoyun did the same, turning around after a long while and looking up at him: "I know. But you have to promise me that you'll tell me beforehand if you encounter anything dangerous in the future."
“Okay.” Li Xiangyang nodded solemnly. “It’s getting late, I’ll take you home.”
"No need, it's just a few steps," Li Xiaoyun declined.
"It's so late, how can I let you walk alone?" Li Xiangyang had already put on his cotton-padded coat. "Besides, it's only right to see my fiancée off."
Li Xiaoyun blushed and said nothing more.
The two walked side by side under the moonlight. There were few people on the road, only a few scattered windows in the distance emitting faint lights.
Li Xiangyang walked ahead, holding an oil lamp to light the way for Li Xiaoyun.
They arrived at the educated youth settlement not long after.
Li Xiangyang waited until Li Xiaoyun entered the house and saw that the light in her room was on before turning around and leaving.
After walking a few steps, I heard the sound of a door opening behind me.
"Wait a minute." Li Xiaoyun chased after her.
Li Xiangyang turned around: "What's wrong?"
"Tomorrow..." Li Xiaoyun hesitated for a moment, "Are we really going to the city tomorrow?"
“Of course,” Li Xiangyang said with a smile. “Don’t you want to?”
"No..." Li Xiaoyun lowered her head, "It's just that I feel it's a bit too fast."
"Fast? How fast?" Li Xiangyang said seriously, "You have no idea how much I've endured these past few days."