The Public Security Bureau receives a lot of civil dispute cases every year, many of which involve family ethics. It is generally recommended that both parties mediate well, and it is best to reach a settlement.
Zhang Tong and Li Hu have been working in this bureau for many years, and have long been accustomed to it. Most of the time, they just talk and deal with things. Who would have thought that today, an ordinary money dispute case would actually involve the director.
"How was the matter handled? Huh?" the director asked in a loud voice. The two mediators understood even though they were confused, and did not explain the reason for a long time.
"Are you all mute?!"
The director was secretly anxious and angry, and wanted to rush up and pry open the mouths of the two of them. If this matter was not handled well, he might not be promoted in the future. He looked around and his eyes fell on He Nian, and he called out:
"This little comrade, can you tell me?"
He Nian now has a backbone. He is like a child in school. Someone comes to support him when he is bullied. He immediately accuses:
"The two police officers did not agree to send the bracelet for appraisal and insisted on asking my mother to pay compensation. They also said that if they continued to pester, it would hinder the work..."
With a "bang" sound, the director slapped the table, almost knocking over the tea cup, and cursed:
"Isn't it too easy for one day? With a little bit of power in your hands, you start to use official power to bully the people?! Can you appraise it? Can't you get out tomorrow!"
Zhang Tong and Li Hu were covered in cold sweat. Being scolded was a small matter, but losing their jobs was a big deal.
"Yes, yes, yes, it's all a misunderstanding. If I can check it, I'll get it checked out right away."
Sudden changes.
Liu Yan was obviously a bully. She was acting rude just now. Now she didn't dare to say a word. She grabbed her man Wang Zhijie's arm and winked.
Wang Zhijie said stupidly: "What wink did you give me? The police comrades told me to send it for identification."
Liu Yan didn't understand what fingerprint identification meant. She only knew that the bracelet wasn't worth that much money. If it was found out, asking her for 100,000 wouldn't be extortion, which was illegal, so she suddenly panicked.
"Comrade police, you see, these are all neighbors, so there is no need to go to such trouble. How about we just pay 40,000 yuan as we said before? I haven't finished my work at home yet..."
"That won't work!" The director waved his hand, leaving no room for negotiation. He said seriously:
"The police pay attention to fairness and openness in handling cases. If you want people to pay compensation, you can't just talk in vain. If you want it to be true, the money must be paid. For the same reason, if this thing is false, it must be severely punished!"
Hearing this, Liu Yan almost collapsed on the ground, not to mention regretting it.
About thirty or forty minutes later, the two parties compared their fingerprints and found that there was no fingerprint of He Minglan on the bracelet. They also found someone to identify it. The entire set of jade was estimated to be less than thirty thousand yuan, with the necklace and earrings being the least valuable.
Not only will Liu Yan not receive "compensation", she will also be punished for extortion and intentional defamation.
"Oh, I can't count, comrade policeman. You can't believe what a kid says. That bracelet was passed down from home. I don't know how much it costs..."
In the mediation room, Liu Yan burst into tears. Wang Zhijie was scratching his neck and his face turned red. He didn't expect that his wife was telling a lie. What face would he have if the news spread? Who dares to ask him for goods?
The matter was settled. The director secretly breathed a sigh of relief and looked at the big Buddha at the door with a smile on his face:
"See how this matter is handled..."
"Didn't you say that you also beat people?"
Chu Xijin's voice was not loud, but he had a strong aura of calmness and authority. The only people in the mediation room who knew his identity were the director and He Nian, and the rest thought he was sent by the local government to inspect the work.
"False! It's unjust, comrade police. There is no conscience in heaven and earth to beat anyone!" Liu Yan had long since lost her momentum, her eyes were red, and she sat on the ground begging for her husband's forgiveness.
"It's not up to you to decide whether someone is beaten or not. The neighbors all have eyes. There is video to prove it!"
The police will handle the rest of the matter. There is no need for them to stay at the police station all the time. If necessary, the police will come to the door and take notes. The chief politely sends the person outside to the yard.
"Don't worry, this kind of thing will never happen again. I will ask them to review it later."
Chu Xijin didn't say anything. He looked down at the watch on his wrist and turned to ask the New Year greetings: "Are you hungry? Find a place to eat first?"
He Nian touched his hungry belly and did not dare to do anything intimate, so he could only tell with his eyes.
"Exceptionally hungry..."
The couple was brought into the car by their son in a daze. Only then did He Minglan vaguely realize that something was wrong. How could a "big man" who could make the chief smile smile be driving in front of him?
This SUV has been modified for off-road use, and the back seat is spacious and comfortable. He Minglan recalled the familiar and natural conversation between the two in the backyard of the police station, and she had a strong premonition.
Could this be the "boyfriend" my son is dating?
Apparently having realized something, He Minglan couldn't calm down, but now was obviously not a good opportunity to speak, so she could only look at her husband but hesitated to speak.
He Cen also had a slightly condensed expression on his face.
Just in time for lunch, Chu Xijin drove to a pretty good restaurant. The private room environment was relatively elegant and quiet. He pushed the menu over, poured two more cups of tea and placed them in front of his father and mother, and said formally:
"Uncle and aunt, I am Xiaonian's boyfriend. My name is Chu Xijin. You can just call me Xiaochu."
Even if the other party does not have that kind of relationship with his son, he still has great kindness to the He family. He Cen greeted him with a smile:
"Hey, little Chu, sit down quickly. I'm going to trouble you today."
On the side, He Nian held He Minglan's hand and touched the fine calluses in her palm. He felt distressed and helpless. He felt that his mother was sometimes too kind and talkative, but he couldn't blame him. He could only advise:
"Mom, don't always be so kind and help anyone. Have you forgotten that time before?"
A few years ago, Liu Yan asked her family to borrow an electric car. As a result, she hit an old lady in the market that day. Liu Yan cried and said that the car was not hers.
Later, He Cen came forward and finally reconciled with his family. Liu Yan compensated the old lady several hundred yuan. After that, she complained that she had no money. He Cen repaired the electric car himself, and the matter was later forgotten.
"Nian Nian, it's my mother's fault that she didn't think carefully. I didn't expect that Liu Yan would beat her neighbor and extort money..."
He Minglan was not in a good condition. She even cried when she was at the police station. There seemed to be a few wrinkles at the end of her eyes. Her voice became softer at the end. She saw her son's eyes falling on Chu Xijin again and said apologetically:
"Xiao Chu, I'm really sorry for causing you trouble."
He couldn't help but say something to celebrate the New Year, so Chu Xijin appropriately handed over the recipe:
"Xiao Nian, let uncle and aunt eat first."
The waiter soon brought out the ordered dishes. He had been busy for most of the day. Although no one had lunch yet, no one had a strong appetite.
He Minglan looked at the happiness and dependence flowing in her son's eyes, and suddenly felt a little relieved. She also came from that age, and she could see that the relationship between the two was real.
I didn't expect that the person my son was looking for would be such a handsome, tall, and capable person. No matter how picky I was, I couldn't find anything wrong with him.
The couple is usually not very talkative, but this time it was related to their son's life-long event, and they still had many questions they wanted to know.
Their son has just entered college and entered the society. As for their partner, who is almost ten years older, they are not people who are greedy for money, nor do they want to be a wealthy and powerful family. The debt they owe can be repaid in the future. What they should worry about is their children. Will be worried.
For example, what are the two's future plans? Although it is too early to say something now, it is still best to ask questions in advance.
He Minglan thought about it again and again, but couldn't help but ask the question that worried her most:
"If you make this choice, it is equivalent to not having children. Will you regret it in the future..."
"Auntie, this is actually a matter of independent choice. In the final analysis, as long as you can choose a responsible life for yourself, then it is right. I never feel that it is not perfect if I don't have children. Of course, I respect Xiaonian's wishes. If he likes Children, you can also consider adopting one in the future."
"You are much more mature and stable than Xiaonian. He may think of many issues simply." He Minglan sighed slightly and said no more.
Chu Xijin paused and then continued: "...You are right to worry. I am indeed not suitable for Xiaonian in terms of age. I completely understand that in these years I have only been busy with my career and have very little personal time. You don't have to worry about us progressing too fast in this regard, I am serious about Xiaonian, and my parents are also very satisfied..."
He couldn't say anything during the New Year greetings on this occasion. He looked like he was lowering his head and sipping the soup, but in fact his ears were perked up.
The gentleman is so awesome, he looks calm in the face of danger. If it were him, he would probably stutter.
Chu Xijin answered sincerely, and his conversation was gentle and polite, making communication very comfortable.
The couple could tell from the words that he cared deeply about his son and knew him as well as they did. All their doubts were answered in detail and without any worries.
They are not unreasonable people. As long as they explain it clearly, they can understand that sexual orientation is innate. If your son likes men, he should like men. Every family does not live behind closed doors. As long as they live well, they I feel relieved.
The meal was considered a complete success. After a short silence, He Cen asked:
"Xiao Chu, I heard that you came here to work, so I didn't delay your business. According to uncle, if you are not busy, you might as well stay one more day and let your uncle and aunt entertain you well. I will ask you to take more care of me in the future."
Chu Xijin agreed: "I'm not busy, so I won't bother you."
Not to mention how happy he was to celebrate the New Year, he secretly pursed his lips and smiled. His parents agreed that his relationship with his husband would not be mentioned, and he could stay with him for one more day.
The police called in the afternoon and there were still some things that needed to be verified and recorded. He Cen went to the hospital for a checkup and took a X-ray. There was nothing wrong with his health.
The results of the police station's investigation were released on the same day.
Liu Yan was suspected of attempted extortion of a large amount of money and maliciously slandered others. She was sentenced to 15 days of controlled detention and fined 2,000 yuan. Her husband, Wang Zhijie, beat the victim. He should apologize to the victim and provide certain financial compensation.