Chapter 679: Chapter 670: Case in Progress

Never expected this, these people acted quite early. Just as something happened, someone contacted his mom, you have to say, pretty impressive.

Of course, thinking about it carefully, it’s indeed his issue. After all, when something like this happens in any family, they immediately look for someone. Now with phones being so convenient, it’s just a phone call away, no need for so much hassle.

"Mom... what’s going on?" Su Qing quickly asked.

Hearing this, Zhou Hui frowned, thought for a while, and then said, "It’s nothing really, your aunt called me this afternoon, just some casual chat. She asked about your job, and specifically asked if you’re working at the Jiangcheng Public Security Bureau. At the time, I didn’t think much of it, didn’t expect there could be something like this."

At this, old Su quickly asked, "Did you promise her anything?"

"How could I? Besides, she didn’t say anything specific, just asked around. We chatted for a while then hung up," Zhou Hui explained.

As soon as she finished, Su Qing recalled the narration in his mind.

[Your Aunt Zhou Xiu’s in-law’s relative is one of the parties involved in this case, they’re trying to test the waters and will come asking for help when the time is right.]

[Additionally, someone involved is a relative from your family, and when the time comes, they will plead with your family. Moreover, Li Zijun appeared at the scene, making the situation on their side even more serious. Most importantly, you are now famous, so you might encounter some relatives with no sense of boundaries asking to borrow money. If you lend it, it’ll be gone, so be prepared.]

Listening to this internal monologue, Su Qing felt uneasy; he never thought he would encounter such a situation himself. After all, he’d only seen this kind of thing on television, but fate has a way of surprising you.

Moreover, he suddenly felt that he hadn’t emphasized the severity enough when talking to Li Zijun earlier; it seems she’s also going to face some trouble.

As he was lost in thought, the old comrade Su heaved a sigh of relief and said, "It’s fine, it’s fine. Remember, if they call again about this matter, you mustn’t agree to anything casually. Remember, don’t agree to anything. If you can’t refuse, say it’s up to me and our son, and we’ll discuss it when we’re back."

No wonder old Su is a college teacher; at least when it comes to major issues, he knows how to handle them and has some foresight.

Then old Su looked at his son and asked, "Do you have any thoughts on this?"

Upon hearing this, Su Qing took a deep breath and nodded, "Mom, Dad is right, we should try not to promise anything as a family. You know, Zijun and I are just ordinary police officers; we don’t even hold leadership positions, so we can’t really speak on such matters. Plus, I’m not officially part of it, just a consultant. As for them asking us to pull some strings, that’s even less likely, trust between people needs to make sense."

The internal narration mentioned that this matter is related to his aunt’s family, someone from his aunt’s husband’s family committed an offense.

Honestly, if someone from his aunt’s family were in trouble, since they are close relatives to his mom, he wouldn’t mind lending a hand. Even if they couldn’t get out, at least he could offer advice, help them get a lighter sentence.

That’s just how society operates nowadays; it’s very relationship-based. Although he doesn’t mind, his parents’ involvement is inevitable.

But if it’s a relative from his aunt’s in-law’s family, even if they’re close to his aunt, there’s a layer of distance, which makes a difference.

He understood that if his aunt really asked for help, Su Qing could only say that this relative was overstepping boundaries.

Of course, he didn’t express this thought because he knew his parents would not agree. To them, relatives are relatives, and if possible, they would try to help.

Unless really incapable, it’s tough for them to outright refuse.

"Don’t worry, I understand this, no need for you to teach me," Zhou Hui retorted, slightly embarrassed, mostly because, without the reminders, she might have agreed casually.

"Dear, it’s not just about that. As our son said, this is a significant matter. Given our son’s current situation, we have to be cautious," old Su advised.

Though in everyday affairs, Zhou Hui called the shots in the household, when it came to major issues, it was usually old Su making the decisions.

Upon hearing this, mom Zhou Hui pouted, seeing this, Su Qing quickly added, "Mom, if someone inquires about money recently, please don’t agree right away, if it’s hard to refuse, just mention that the money is with Dad and me, and we need to discuss."

He heard the narration’s warning, once the money is lent, it’s gone, which wasn’t making sense to him. He couldn’t recall any relatives having such bad repayment habits.

"Alright, alright, got it, don’t worry, your mom isn’t silly. Except for your dad, your sister, and you, who else could get money out of me?" His mom Zhou Hui responded, somewhat exasperated.

[The rebellious mom might be a money-hungry person, but she’s easily persuaded. Without your reminder, given her current savings and your capacity, she might easily lend out tens of thousands, especially to closer relations.]

Su Qing: ...

He had to admit, previously he hadn’t realized how generous his mom was, easily lending out amounts like tens of thousands, really?

Fortunately, his reminder might prove useful this time. He’s certainly glad he returned home for this, otherwise, they might unknowingly get overwhelmed by it.

At home, Su Qing explained the case Li Zijun handled in detail to his parents, leaving them stunned. Previously Zhou Hui thought her good son was involved in some online scams, but now she sees her son is much better behaved!

Not just now, even in the past, apart from academics, he didn’t cause any trouble. Back then she was quite dissatisfied, but now looking back, her son is indeed quite outstanding. It turns out, only through comparison can differences become apparent.

After chatting a bit more with his parents, Su Qing drove back, something Zhou Hui fully supported, as spending time with his girlfriend was important. After all, it affected when she’d get a grandchild.

And Su Qing felt reassured, at least with old Su at home, he could keep things under control, and at worst, hold things together till he returned.

The next day, after dropping Shen Yi at her company, Su Qing again went to the East City Public Security Bureau to catch up with Li Zijun and stay updated.

Indeed, last night Li Zijun found out that her parents had received several calls, all from people trying to leverage connections, given her family’s obligations to visit home during festivities, it was natural some connections were maintained.

Most of her relatives were aware of her work, so her family’s phone rang much more than Su Qing’s, especially since she had shown up in the county yesterday, pretending ignorance was impossible.

"Du, where’s Zijun?" As soon as he got to the police station, Su Qing met Du Qiang and asked.

Hearing this, Du Qiang quickly pulled him aside.

"What’s wrong? What’s going on?"

"What’s wrong, you ask? Li’s sister is on the brink of collapse with the hassle. From that case she handled yesterday, the parents involved have all come, and it seems some even know her personally!"

Su Qing: ...

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