Reborn in a small village in the 1990s

Chapter 16

However, it's not very safe to do it without legal procedures. We need to take some time to discuss it with the village and turn that vacant land into our own property before there's any possibility of anything going forward.

Zhao Da'e had already made up his mind, but he didn't show it. He continued drinking his tea.

Kuang Shouyi gave some more instructions and chatted about everyday things before getting straight to the point: "This time, when we caught Chu Mougui, Aunt... cough cough, Zhao Da'e, you deserve the most credit."

Kuang Shouyi was starting to have doubts about his life. He'd suddenly gained a little sister-in-law without even realizing it? And he could even call her that so fluently? It was truly outrageous.

How could a man in his thirties, who is usually serious and doesn't smile, be led astray by Zhao Da'e?

Kuang Shouyi sighed and continued, "According to the regulations, it has been decided that, in view of Zhao Dage's clever fight against the human traffickers, Zhao Dage will be awarded the title of 'Heroic Act' and will also be named one of the Top Ten Outstanding Youths of Longcheng City, with a cash reward of two thousand yuan."

Zhao Da'e covered his mouth: "Nephew, it's all what I should do. It's not that serious."

Kuang Shouyi said, "Perhaps it was just an unintentional act on your part, but the result is good, and that's good. There have been many human traffickers over the years, and this Chu Mougui is one of them. We need to catch them all, so it's only right to encourage you. Don't refuse."

Afterwards, Kuang Shouyi took out some certificates and awards and handed them to Zhao Da'e, and they took a group photo together.

Finally, he took out an envelope containing two thousand yuan and handed it to Zhao Da'e: "This is your reward."

"If you need anything in the future, just come to me, Zhao Da'e."

"There really is something. My grandma is still being held here," Zhao Da'e said somewhat awkwardly.

Kuang Shouyi shook his head: "Her problem won't work. No matter what, she should stay inside for a while. I heard that she did this behind your mother's back, while hugging your own sister. Many people have told me that she is innocent. But I don't think she is innocent."

"Well... she's my grandma after all, my sister's fine, and the family all thinks she already knows she was wrong, so let her go back," Zhao Da'e pleaded.

Kuang Shouyi reluctantly took out the calendar, glanced at it, and said, "Since you've pleaded for leniency, I'll give her a lighter punishment. But even with a lighter punishment, she still needs a week of education. Excluding weekends, that's five days. At the very least, it has to be five days. And for the next two years, she's not allowed to leave your Dongtaizi Village. If anything happens, we have to find her immediately."

Zhao Da'e did some quick calculations: "Today is exactly the fifth day."

Kuang Shouyi nodded: "You get off work at five in the afternoon, and you come to pick up your grandma and take her home. That's how you perform meritorious service, by pleading for her. You need to understand that your grandma did something wrong."

Zhao Da'e quickly said, "My grandma was just confused for a moment. She's getting old and just wants to hold her grandson. She's getting senile."

"Hmm." Kwong Shou-yee nodded.

He then gave a few more instructions and left early because he had to attend a meeting.

Zhao Da'e also packed up his certificates and other awards, holding them close to his chest. He hid the two thousand yuan in his underwear before leisurely emerging from the room.

As soon as he stepped out the gate, he saw his father, Zhao Tiesheng, waiting anxiously. Seeing Zhao Dage come out, Zhao Tiesheng asked eagerly, "What did you say?"

"I told her to let my grandma have dinner before going home. I was afraid she would go hungry."

"It's only noon? Why are you providing dinner?" Zhao Tiesheng asked, puzzled.

"Don't ask around. Just do as I say. Why are you asking about that?" Zhao Da'e glanced at Zhao Tiesheng. "I told you to come pick me up this afternoon, so just come. Don't ask so many questions."