The Fat Wife of the 1980s Awakens

They prayed secretly in their hearts that if Xu Xiufang disappeared without a trace, the storm would be able to calm down quietly.

Xu Xiufang was huddled behind a protruding rock on the river bank, holding her breath.

Her bright eyes watched the two of them leave through the slits, with complex emotions surging in her heart.

Once she was sure that there was no one around, she was as agile as a civet cat. She dug her fingers into the cracks in the rocks, and used her toes to find a solid foothold, climbing up bit by bit until she was completely free from the freezing cold river water and stood firmly on solid ground.

Her heart was beating like a drum, and she was glad that she had escaped.

At this time, reason told her that it was best to keep a low profile so as not to alarm Old Lady Xie and Zhou Xiaoyun and cause more unnecessary trouble.

Calling the police and making everything public became the thought that kept lingering in her mind.

Glancing down at the clothes that were clinging to her body, not only were they soaking wet but they were also covered in mud, she couldn't help but smile bitterly; this miserable appearance was really a big obstacle to her return home.

Xu Xiufang struggled to straighten her aching body and just as she was about to pedal away, she looked up and was stunned.

Not far away, Wang Yimin and Xie Yi were running towards this side in a hurry. Their figures were elongated in the sunlight, and they looked particularly anxious.

Xie Yi had sharp eyes, and even though the distance was still far, he caught sight of Xu Xiufang's wet figure at a glance, and his worry instantly swelled.

He took off his work clothes quickly, frowned, and walked over quickly, handing the clothes to Xu Xiufang. Although his tone was cold, it could not hide his deep concern.

After all, she was his nominal partner, and what surprised him even more was that the changes in her in recent times were almost unbelievable.

Xu Xiufang took the clothes and draped them over her shoulders without hesitation.

On the side, Wang Yimin had just moved away the large rock that was blocking his view, and he began to pant heavily, impatiently asking about the whereabouts of Old Lady Xie and Zhou Xiaoyun.

Facing Wang Yimin's question, Xu Xiufang pulled a bitter smile from the corner of her mouth, her eyes slightly turned to the side, unconsciously sliding towards Xie Yi, with obvious resentment in her tone: "Your mother and Zhou Xiaoyun, they conspired to sell me to a remote mountainous area as a concubine."

As soon as she finished speaking, a wave of regret spread in her heart, but she immediately firmed her eyes and added, "Believe it or not, I will go home to change clothes, and then call the police."

When Xie Yi heard this, an indescribable emotion stuck in his chest, making him feel suffocated like never before.

Wang Yimin had a look of sudden enlightenment, with shock flashing in his wide eyes. He pointed his trembling fingers at the conspicuous stone on the ground, as if he understood something.

"So that's how it is. Zhou Xiaoyun didn't allow us to investigate because they had already colluded with each other! I don't care whether you believe it or not, brother, but I do. Otherwise, how could they just disappear like that?" His tone was firm and unquestionable.

Xu Xiufang shook her head slightly. Her face was pale, but she was determined. "This kind of vile behavior happened in broad daylight and must not be tolerated. Fortunately, I know how to swim, otherwise..."

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but shudder, and the feeling of fear made her whole body cold.

Xie Yi's brows were tightly knitted together, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes.

"I'll go with you to call the police. Mother is old and easily influenced by others."

This sentence made Xu Xiufang feel a subtle touch in her heart. Although she was reluctant to travel with Xie Yi, considering the possible accidents that might happen on the road, she did feel more secure with him by her side.

After returning home, in order not to worry her sister, Xu Xiufang only briefly recounted what happened, and then went to the police station accompanied by Xie Yi.

After changing into clean clothes, Xie Yi pushed out his bicycle and said softly to Xu Xiufang, "Come on, I'll ride you."

His words were calm, and she was caught off guard by his sudden thoughtfulness.

So she decided to ask directly: "Why do you care so much about this?"

This question was not only out of curiosity, but also concealed a desire deep in her heart to know the man's true thoughts.

Xie Yi did not look at Xu Xiufang, but just frowned and fell into deep thought.

"This behavior has become so outrageous that they are stopping people at the entrance to the village. Will the children in the village have to live in an even more dangerous environment in the future?"

"Mother and Zhou Xiaoyun are both adults. They should understand that any action must bear the corresponding consequences." Although Xie Yi is not proficient in the law, he has some knowledge of it.

In his opinion, in the mother's case, if no substantial harm was caused, she would most likely only be punished with detention and education.

His words revealed a hint of calmness and rationality, and he tried to examine this series of irrational behaviors from the perspective of the rule of law.

Xu Xiufang listened attentively, and her heart was filled with ripples.

Xie Yi's words made sense. She echoed softly, "I hope this lesson will teach them a lesson and they will stop being so lawless."

The actions of the two have clearly violated the legal boundaries, and the final outcome will depend more on their attitude of admitting their mistakes and the ruling of the law.

Destroying that den of filth and corruption is undoubtedly a contribution to society and a redemption for past mistakes.

Afterwards, Xie Yi and Xu Xiufang walked into the police station side by side and narrated the entire incident to the police without reservation.

After taking detailed statements, the police gently told them: "Please go home and wait for news. Once the investigation results are available, we will notify you as soon as possible."

After confirming that all the formalities had been completed, the two men set out on their journey home with firm steps, feeling mixed emotions.

On the other side of the city, Zhou Xiaoyun followed closely behind the staggering figure of Old Lady Xie. The two were rushing to the hospital to visit Xie Fei who was lying on the hospital bed.

Zhou Xiaoyun was thoughtful and specially prepared a bag of brown sugar.

When Mrs. Xie caught a glimpse of the tightly wrapped brown sugar, the corners of her mouth couldn't help but rise, with an imperceptible flash of satisfaction in her eyes.

She quietly leaned close to Zhou Xiaoyun's ear and whispered in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "After we deal with that girl who gave me a headache and deal with her cleanly, the land behind the mountain will be a good place to live. At that time, I will personally arrange the wedding for you and Xie Yi, and set up a few tables of wedding wine for a lively occasion."

Zhou Xiaoyun believed it without a doubt, because she knew very well that as long as she became Xie Yi's wife, according to the previous agreement, the blue brick and tile house would naturally be returned to Mrs. Xie's name again.

However, Zhou Xiaoyun did not have high expectations for a lavish wedding.

After all, Mrs. Xie is a well-known miser and will not spend money lavishly easily.

She looked at Xie Fei crying helplessly on the hospital bed, and suddenly felt a sense of disdain in her heart. She secretly blamed him for his incompetence, for messing up everything and even sacrificing himself.