Street Hustler and His Policewoman Wife

Chapter 189 189: Shit, I Fucking Forgot the Omens!

Chen Xiao still returned to Dongzhou during the night.

But the reason he left was because Chen Xu had made the move first.

Originally, Chen Xu said he would leave the next day, but after paying respects to his ancestors, the Chen family packed their bags.

Seeing there was nothing to linger for, Chen Xu returned to Xiangdu during the night as well.

As he watched them leave in the distance, Chen Xiao even sent Xiaoji and Xiaoji Knife Man to the highway entrance just to double-check that Chen Xu's convoy had left Lanshan County.

Upon receiving the final update, Chen Xiao returned to Dongzhou under his mother's disapproving gaze.

However, Chen Xiao didn't go back home. Since Lin Xi was out investigating a case, Chen Xiao drove straight to the detective team to wait.

Zhang Xian was slurping instant noodles at the station.

It wasn't clear if he ate too much instant noodles or if his appetite was off tonight.

From behind, Chen Xiao noticed Zhang Xian got nauseous and wanted to vomit several times.

"Yo, what's up with you, Captain Zhang? Pregnant?" Chen Xiao teased.

Upon turning around, Zhang Xian nearly hurled the noodles at him: "Get lost! You try eating instant noodles every night and see if you don't get nauseous."

"Why not order some food?"

"Why waste money on that? Instant noodles are convenient. By the way, why are you here? Weren't you going back to Songshanping?"

Chen Xiao shrugged: "Things were wrapped up over there, so I came back. Xiaoxi and Sister Liang are still out?"

"Yeah, but they should be back soon," Zhang Xian replied, tossing the tasteless noodles aside. Then he asked excitedly:

"A friend of mine working in the city told me there was a meeting this afternoon. It's said that Guo Zhengchang might invest in Dongzhou."

"How could you get ahold of news like that?"

"Joking, who do you think I am? Do you think I only know cops? Let me tell you, I have friends all over Dongzhou!"

"That's Captain Zhang for you!" Chen Xiao deliberately flattered, but his eyes were wary.

Zhang Xian definitely had ulterior motives.

"So, do you think there's a high chance Mr. Guo will invest in Dongzhou?"

"How would I know? I'm not a Guo Family member."

"I reckon it's likely to happen, so you need to celebrate! Celebrate our Chen Xiao, Mr. Chen, for benefiting the Dongzhou people!"

Chen Xiao chuckled: "Captain Zhang, you've got it wrong, haven't you? You're the public servant. I'm just a civilian doing good for the people. You, as the public servant, should treat me!"

Zhang Xian said nothing, silently opening a drawer as if he was looking for something.

Chen Xiao squinted: "Captain Zhang, what are you looking for? Let me help!"

Zhang Xian muttered to himself: "Where's that little shoe I put in the drawer? It's time someone wore that little shoe!"

Chen Xiao quickly closed all the drawers, smiling: "Fine, fine, I'll treat you all to a late-night snack when Sister Liang and Xiaoxi return, okay?"

Zhang Xian slapped his forehead: "Silly me, how could I possibly fit a shoe that big in the drawer? But I'll invite, you pay. It wouldn't be right for the people to treat; I'd be embarrassed!"

"Shameless!"

Chen Xiao was extremely disdainful.

Just then, Lin Xi and Liang Yan returned, and upon hearing Chen Xiao cursing, Lin Xi asked with a laugh:

"What's happening? Captain Zhang, are you bullying my Chen Xiao?"

Zhang Xian laughed heartily: "No way! It's Chen Xiao who insists on treating me to a late-night snack. Do I even have the time for that? I'm always busy as heck! But in honor of you, Xiaoxi, Liang Yan, go change clothes and I'll treat you to something good!"

"Okay!"

Liang Yan immediately turned to change her clothes.

Lin Xi got the hint as well, and said with a grin: "I'm going to change, too."

Once both of them had changed, the four headed to Dongzhou's night market street.

Zhang Xian showed no restraint, ordering a big table like he hadn't eaten in days.

After eating, Zhang Xian even shouted to the owner: "Boss, two bottles of beer!"

Chen Xiao asked in surprise: "Not driving?"

"Liang Yan will drive me back later, plus I have an announcement to make in a bit."

Chen Xiao nodded slightly, and soon the beers were opened by Zhang Xian, who handed one bottle to Chen Xiao.

"Cheers to me, from now on the detective team at Hongshan Branch is all up to Liang Yan and Xiaoxi."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao looked delighted: "Getting promoted?"

Zhang Xian nodded: "Yes, but I'll still manage the branch's criminal investigations afterward."

"I see, then do I have to call you Director Zhang in the future?"

"Go, go, go, don't forget to add 'Deputy' in the middle when you call me."

Given Zhang Xian's words, it seemed the promotion was set in stone.

And judging by Liang Yan's silent smile, it further indicated the news was already out there.

Chen Xiao raised the bottle, smiling: "Let's drink it all!"

"Cheers!"

Zhang Xian was obviously in high spirits.

Chen Xiao felt the same.

Though he had disdain for Zhang Xian, the latter's help since they met was of great value.

Most importantly, Lin Xi quickly got independent case investigation opportunities because Zhang Xian and Liang Yan were there.

By all means, he should treat this meal, he should drink this beer.

The two men cheerfully downed the beer, both exercising moderation.

After the group happily finished their late-night snack, Liang Yan drove Zhang Xian home, while Lin Xi checked the time and said as she wrapped her arm around Chen Xiao's:

"Hubby, walk with me by the river, it's perfect to help digest after eating so much."

Chen Xiao nodded: "Let's go, then."

The night market street wasn't far from the riverside.

Though it was late, Dongzhou's riverside was once dubbed a holy land for romance.

Even at such an hour, you could still see young couples there.

They enjoyed the river breeze, most whispering, sharing their inner passions.

Of course, there were always the odd couple, while everyone whispered sweetly, they were loud and noticeable.

Hands cupped as megaphones, shouting toward the river: "xxx, I swear I'll make you the happiest woman in the world!"

This call didn't attract disdain; instead, many joined in with blessings.

Seeing this, Lin Xi's eyes seemed to sparkle like stars, and Chen Xiao felt a pang of dread. Just as she turned her head to speak, he quickly hugged her and said:

"Dear, I just remembered the shrimp is still in the car. If it stays too long, it won't be fresh!"

Lin Xi knew exactly what he was thinking, huffing as she was about to speak—but just then, a man in a hat approached, head down, asking:

"Hey there, handsome and beautiful, want a disc?"

"All kinds available: Western flair, Oriental civilization, you name it, we have it!"

"What, not interested? I've got epic films about humans stopping beast invasions!"

"Rest assured, it's late so I'm doing some final business, recoup the costs but not taking advantage!"

Lin Xi chuckled at the man's earnest pitch.

Chen Xiao, on the other hand, was perplexed.

A disc?

What disc?

Who watches discs anymore?!

Hold on... actually, quite a few people still do these days!

But selling discs to cops? This guy must have skipped checking his horoscope before heading out.

Yet in the next second, the man suddenly looked up in horror, exclaiming: "Damn it, I'm screwed, I forgot my fortune!"

With that, he turned to run.

But Chen Xiao clutched his shoulder tightly at that moment, eyes glinting with rare surprise, unable to hold back tears of joy!