novelraw Chapter 261 : It Seems Like Someone is Watching Us
Chapter 261 : It Seems Like Someone is Watching Us
Chapter 261: It Seems Like Someone is Watching Us
The private detective that Feng Pojun found was his war buddy, named Li Yang, with the nickname Old Yang.
After briefly describing the situation to him, he said over the phone that he could take this case, and quoted a price.
Feng Pojun didn't dare make the decision himself, so he consulted Chen Fan.
Chen Fan nodded, indicating no problem.
So the matter was settled.
Since this guy was in the south, he had to take a plane to come back. Chen Fan didn't bother waiting.
He directly handed this matter to Feng Pojun, letting him stay in Yunhai to coordinate with the other party, while he himself went back home that afternoon.
This winter vacation when he came back, Chen Fan bought a lot of things.
Since he had hinted to his parents during the summer that he was making money, so this time, Chen Fan could bring things home openly.
He bought new clothes, new phones, down jackets, and a bunch of nutritional supplements for his parents for the New Year.
As usual, his parents "scolded" him for spending money recklessly, but Chen Fan just smiled and didn't argue back.
He had realized now that since his parents were unwilling to buy a new house for the time being, he would decorate this old house better.
The second day after returning home, Chen Fan went out alone.
He took a vehicle to the county town and waited for a while at the station, and soon Su Ruochu also came by taxi.
After not seeing each other for a few days, Chen Fan went over and hugged her at once.
"Did your parents agree for you to come out this time?"
Su Ruochu blushed a little and said softly, "My dad is at work, and my mom is on a business trip and hasn't returned yet."
Chen Fan's eyes lit up, "So doesn't that mean I can do whatever I want today?"
Su Ruochu glared at him, "What nonsense are you talking? Didn't you say you wanted to buy furniture?"
"Let's go. To the mall."
Chen Fan smiled mischievously, holding her little hand and hailing a car, heading straight for the biggest mall in the county town.
After entering the mall, all kinds of home appliances dazzled the eyes, and Chen Fan felt a bit overwhelmed.
"What are you planning to buy?" Su Ruochu asked.
"TV, fridge, washing machine. We won't buy an air conditioner for now, I reckon these old folks won't be willing to turn it on. Let's buy two fans."
Chen Fan looked at Su Ruochu, "Dear wife, you pick for me. Consider it an early gift for my future in-laws."
That one sentence made Su Ruochu's little face turn red, and she shyly glared at Chen Fan, then put her hands behind her back and skipped ahead.
Su Ruochu was very serious and careful when buying things.
In Chen Fan's view, when buying things, just recognize the brand, pick one, pay, and leave.
But Su Ruochu would compare brands one by one, then ask Chen Fan in detail about the TV size he wanted, and consult the salespeople on all kinds of specifics.
For example, she knew Chen Fan lived in an old house in the village, so when buying a TV, she focused on inquiring about TVs that could withstand dirt and dust.
Standing by the side, Chen Fan watched Su Ruochu chat with the salesperson with a satisfied smile.
After Su Ruochu picked out the furniture, Chen Fan paid and got the receipt, and the mall would send someone to deliver them to his home in the afternoon.
After that, Chen Fan took Su Ruochu upstairs to the furniture mall and let her help pick out a sofa set and a coffee table.
Before leaving, Su Ruochu carefully selected two packages of tea and a scarf on the first floor. And she insisted on paying for them herself.
Chen Fan smiled and joked, "Buying for me? But this scarf seems a bit old-fashioned, doesn't it?"
Su Ruochu glared at him, "It's for your parents."
Chen Fan was stunned, then laughed, "Alright, now you're starting to learn how to curry favor with your future in-laws."
Su Ruochu's face turned red as she kicked him, but Chen Fan had already scampered away.
The home appliances and furniture they bought in the afternoon were gradually delivered to his home.
Since Chen Fan hadn't told his family in advance, it gave the old folks quite a scare.
They wanted to say their son was spending money recklessly again, but they didn't want to make a scene in front of outsiders.
The family was busy setting up the furniture and took the opportunity to do a thorough spring cleaning of the house.
After the TV installers left, Li Jinqiu finally looked at Chen Fan, who was fiddling with the TV remote control, and said, "Why are you spending money recklessly again?"
Beside her, Chen Jianye glared and said, "Enough. It's already bought, so it can't be returned."
"Besides, your son is making money now. Buying you some things is being filial."
Li Jinqiu still felt a bit concerned about the money.
"Even if he's making money, he can't spend it recklessly, can he? Our TV at home wasn't unusable..."
"Mom..." Chen Fan pointed at the shopping bag on the table.
"That's a gift my girlfriend bought for you two."
"Ah?"
Li Jinqiu was stunned for a moment, then quickly put down the broom in her hand and walked over quickly.
"It's a scarf."
"She also bought you some tea."
For a moment, the old couple didn't know what to say as they held the items, but the expressions on their faces were naturally joyful.
"This girl, she hasn't even come to our home yet, but she's already bought us gifts."
Chen Jianye smiled, "This shows she cares about you."
Li Jinqiu's face was full of joy as she tried on the scarf around her neck, then pulled her son and asked, "Didn't you say this girl is from our Luocheng? When will you bring her home for Mom to meet her?"
"Mom, we're still students. Why the rush?"
Chen Jianye spoke up from the side, "Don't listen to your mom's nonsense. As long as you two are good together, that's fine."
"But Dad still has a few words of advice for you."
Chen Fan quickly composed himself.
"Dad, please go ahead."
Chen Jianye looked serious, "You've started making money now. But behind that is your own ability, and even more so, luck."
"You must remember, no matter how much money you make in the future, don't lose yourself."
"Also, given our family's situation, for that girl to have taken a liking to you is your good fortune."
"No matter what step you two reach in the future, don't bully her. You must treat her well, understand?"
Chen Fan nodded seriously.
"Dad, I've taken it to heart."
This winter vacation, Chen Fan had originally planned to stay at home until the 15th day of the first lunar month before returning to school.
But right after the new year, on the 8th day, Chen Fan received a call from Ding Dian.
"Something happened to the club."
"Today, a group of people suddenly showed up, saying the club's fire safety didn't meet regulations, and ordered us to suspend operations and rectify the issue."
Upon hearing this, Chen Fan's brows immediately furrowed.
The new year period was the club's peak business season. Even closing for just one day would mean a huge loss.
And it was only the 8th day of the new year, yet someone was already coming to inspect the fire safety.
This was clearly someone deliberately targeting them.
"Don't panic, and don't argue with them. I'll be back in Yunhai tomorrow."
After reassuring Ding Dian with that line, Chen Fan hung up.
He explained to his parents that something had happened at the company and he had to return early.
This time, the old couple didn't stop him. Instead, they advised Chen Fan not to act impulsively when doing things outside, and to know his place.
The next day, dragging his luggage filled with all sorts of food packed by his mother, Chen Fan took a long-distance bus back to Yunhai alone.
After getting off, Chen Fan didn't return to school, but took a taxi straight to the club while dragging his luggage.
The club wasn't operating today, and there were still many customers gathered outside asking why it wasn't open.
A few middle-level managers of the club were patiently explaining to everyone.
Chen Fan took a glance, then entered through a side door.
In the office, he saw Ding Dian, who was angrily on the phone with someone.
It wasn't clear who was on the other end of the line, but after arguing with them, Ding Dian angrily hung up.
Turning around and seeing Chen Fan, before he could say anything, Ding Dian directly said,
"It seems like someone is watching us."