The Stepmother’s Counterattack: Raising a Child in a Bygone Era
Chapter 721 - 720 She Zheming Reported

Chapter 721: Chapter 720 She Zheming Reported

"My second uncle’s family is extremely satisfied with She Zheming and said they want to invite you for a meal, to properly thank you for arranging this match for Qiuxia."

Shen Mingzhu gently declined, "There’s no rush for now, I’ll simply have the matchmaker’s drink when they get married."

Pei Wenping replied cheerfully and relayed to Shen Mingzhu the praises She Zheming had received from Qiuxia and her family:

"...I truly think Qiuxia is blessed in disguise. Officer She is far superior in every aspect compared to that Jiang fellow; not to mention the looks, just his deputy captain status alone puts him streets ahead of Jiang."

That remark was indeed true.

Whether ancient constables or modern police officers, they are regarded as highly desirable and awe-inspiring professions.

Although Jiang Xinsheng was a college graduate and held a relatively respectable job, he paled in comparison to She Zheming.

She Zheming’s only flaw was his age, but still, he was well-matched with Pei Qiuxia.

Zheming, highly regarded by Shen Mingzhu and Pei Wenping, however, encountered trouble.

Someone reported him to the police supervisory department for bending the law for personal gain and sheltering a perpetrator; he was suspended and had to face an investigation by the department.

Qiuxia was also asked to cooperate with the inquiry at the police station.

After the investigation, as she exited the police station, Qiuxia saw Zheming leaning against a white Jeep, a cigarette between his fingers, seemingly waiting for her.

She walked towards him with heavy steps.

In the short distance of fifty meters, she thought a lot. Having only met him a few days ago, she had caused him such trouble, this marriage was most likely doomed. Had she known, she would have endured and not argued with Jiang Xinsheng that day.

"I’m sorry."

Approaching him, she spoke first.

Zheming discarded his cigarette and looked at her with a smile, "Sorry for what?"

"It’s my fault that you’re in this situation; if it wasn’t for helping me..."

Zheming interrupted her, "Then treat me to a meal, as an apology."

"Now?"

"Yes, you didn’t forget to bring your wallet, did you?"

Qiuxia hurriedly said, "I brought it."

"Great, then get in the car."

Once in the car, Qiuxia asked Zheming what he’d like to eat.

Zheming let her choose the place. "I’m not picky; I can eat anything."

Qiuxia paused silently, then named a restaurant and nervously asked if he would be punished because of the report.

Zheming didn’t directly answer her question but countered, "If I truly get suspended, you won’t leave me empty-handed, right?"

Qiuxia’s heart pounded violently.

She seemed to understand what Zheming meant, but wasn’t completely sure.

Zheming didn’t press her for an answer but switched the topic to the investigation: "What did you tell the inspectors?"

"I told them I didn’t know you."

Zheming glanced at her, "You really didn’t recognize me?"

Qiuxia blushed slightly from his question, "I didn’t recognize you at first, not until you showed your police badge."

After answering, she then asked Zheming what he had told the inspectors.

"I have sharp eyes; I recognized you immediately and told that to the inspectors as well."

Pei Qiuxia looked worried, "You shouldn’t have said you knew me, doesn’t that just prove that you were bending the law for personal gain, deliberately protecting me?"

She Zheming smiled. "I was handling family matters, not official duties. Whose personal gain could I have possibly been bending the law for?"

Seeing Pei Qiuxia stunned, She Zheming explained, "I was off duty that day, from beginning to end, I was mediating as a private citizen, not handling the case as a police officer. Do you understand?"

Pei Qiuxia hesitated. "Didn’t you show your police badge?"

"Hmm, he asked who I was, and I showed him the name on my police badge, nothing wrong with that, right?"

Pei Qiuxia looked at him for quite a while, then suddenly chuckled, "Hmm, nothing wrong."

"Finally, you laughed. I thought you were about to cry just now, got scared? Don’t tell me it’s your first time at the Public Security Bureau?"

Pei Qiuxia ignored his teasing. "The position and achievements you have now came from handling one case after another, shedding who knows how much blood and sweat. If I were the cause of you getting demoted or suspended, I would really feel ashamed."

Hearing her say this, She Zheming also turned serious. "Don’t worry, it’s nothing serious. At most, I’ll get a reprimand, but actually, I should thank you."

Pei Qiuxia was puzzled.

"If it weren’t for this, I wouldn’t have had the chance to take a vacation."

Pei Qiuxia couldn’t help saying. "Are you always this busy?"

"Yes."

She Zheming’s smile faded, his tone turning more solemn, "Not just now, but in the future too. Being in our line of work, it’s destined that we can’t be qualified husbands or fathers."

"I know."

She Zheming smiled again. "Then why haven’t you run away? It’s not too late to change your mind."

"A harmonious family always requires one person to make sacrifices, concessions, and compromises. You policemen risk your lives to protect the lives and property of the people, and although I’m not as great and selfless, I am also willing to do my best to protect and support a small family."

The man, standing nearly six feet tall, a staunch character who never shed a tear even when vicious criminals nearly severed his hand, now had his eyes slightly reddened by these words.

The atmosphere of mutual respect between the two broke down due to Pei Qiuxia’s heartfelt words, becoming much more intimate.

After eating, She Zheming dragged her to the department store and bought a gold necklace under the pretense of tying her down, preventing her from running away.

...

Back at the food factory, Pei Qiuxia told Shen Mingzhu and Pei Wenping about She Zheming getting reported.

Pei Wenping, after hearing it, angrily slammed the table. "It must be that Jiang guy. Not only is he fickle, but his methods are so sinister. Fortunately, you didn’t marry him. His character is too low."

Pei Qiuxia remained silent, likewise convinced that Jiang Xinsheng was behind it.

At that time, only the three of them were near the restroom door. Even if outsiders had seen them, no one would risk offending the police by meddling.

"He can’t even clean his own mess, yet he has the audacity to report Xiaoshe. Just wait, I have ways to deal with him."

After graduating, Jiang Xinsheng joined a foreign company in sales. Although he made a considerable income, his networking and expenses were enormous. To reduce costs, Jiang Xinsheng often exploited loopholes to over-report his expenses, many of which he learned from Pei Wenping.

Pei Wenping, as a professional finance personnel, shouldn’t have indulged in such unethical practices. However, considering Pei Qiuxia was getting on in years, she wanted the young couple to save money quickly to settle down.

...

"Xinsheng, you seem quite happy these past few days, any good news?"

"Mm, the projects I’ve been handling recently are going smoothly. If nothing goes wrong, my year-end bonus should at least double."

"Wow~ you’re amazing!"

Yao Chuchu beamed with joy, busying herself with serving him food and ladling soup.

Jiang Xinsheng guiltlessly enjoyed his girlfriend’s attentions, but his mind drifted to his ex.

She Zheming, knowing he had been reported for protecting Pei Qiuxia, must be fuming. Maybe this incident could even cause a rift between them.

Pei Qiuxia, Pei Qiuxia, I didn’t want to take drastic measures—it’s all your own doing!

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