Street Hustler and His Policewoman Wife-Chapter 72: Brother-in-Law, Are You Crying?

Chen Lie stared blankly at the TV.

Although the news had moved on to the next story, and Chen Xiao’s silhouette had long disappeared,

his eyes couldn’t tear away from the screen.

Lin Yao chuckled mischievously.

At this moment, she felt like she was looking in a mirror.

She thought to herself, it seems she underestimated Chen Xiao at the beginning not because she was foolish. After all, even Chen Xiao’s father was mistaken, wasn’t he?

Finally, Chen Lie came to his senses, looking at Lin Shanhu and said, "Is this true, old friend? We’re serious here, don’t be fooling me!"

Lin Shanhu immediately responded confidently, "Why would I fool you? That’s your son on TV, I don’t have a son."

"Haha, a son-in-law is like half a son. If he’s my son, he’s yours too!"

"Hehe, seems like someone still has a mischievous heart," Han Meixiang said, unimpressed, as she held a platter of dishes, prompting Lin Shanhu to wave his hands:

"At my age, don’t put that hat on me. But you’re right, old friend, a son-in-law is also a son. Now that Chen Xiao is so accomplished, we’re equally proud!"

Lin Shanhu was truly satisfied with Chen Xiao as his son-in-law now.

The satisfaction wasn’t just about material wealth, it was more about spiritual fulfillment.

Look at how formally the TV anchor praises him, and see that newspaper headline "Disappears with a flick of his sleeves", how suave!

This is his son-in-law!

Walking down the streets of Dongzhou in the future, if people know that he’s Chen Xiao’s father-in-law, won’t they respect him deeply?

The more Lin Shanhu thought about it, the more pleased he became, while Chen Lie couldn’t hide his beaming smile.

He still couldn’t figure out, in just a few months of not seeing Chen Xiao, how had he changed so drastically?

Previously, he was just a wandering loafer, and in a flash, he’s become the Great Detective who speaks for justice?

Chen Lie looked at the talkative Lin Yao and asked, "Yaoyao, tell your uncle about Chen Xiao’s situation, I still have some doubts."

"Oh, uncle, it’s normal not to believe it. These days, if I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes, neither would my parents. But now, we realize we misunderstood brother-in-law. He’s been secretly gathering strength, waiting for the right moment to support my sister!"

After Lin Yao spoke, Lin Shanhu also had a face of apology: "Yes, Chen Xiao sacrificed himself for Lin Xi’s future. Although I still don’t agree with his method, what’s done is done, I’m helpless. So, old friend, our Lin Family must apologize to your Chen Family now!"

"You just mentioned Xiaoxi went to some detective department? Does that mean she’s transferred to work there?" Chen Lie asked.

Lin Shanhu nodded: "Yes, and she’s especially valued by the leadership now."

"Hahaha, that’s good! No matter what Chen Xiao sacrificed, Lin Xi’s promotion is a good thing. Either way, she’s part of our Chen Family, hahaha!"

Chen Lie laughed heartily.

Though Lin Shanhu was accompanying him in laughter, while laughing, he felt something was off about Chen Lie’s words.

Just as he wanted to clarify, the door opened.

Chen Xiao was the first to enter, holding the door handle, his gaze already directed at the living room.

When his eyes met Chen Lie’s, emotions in Chen Xiao’s heart seemed to well up.

But after his throat moved repeatedly, he simply called out, "Dad, you’re here!"

Chen Lie nodded with a smile, "Yes... um, I’m here."

Chen Xiao asked, "Why didn’t you call ahead? Did you delete my number from your phone?"

"Why keep it? I remembered your number long ago," Chen Lie replied deliberately with a sullen voice.

Lin Xi tugged at Chen Xiao and also smiled as she called out, "Dad, whenever you visit, you can just make the most of him."

As she spoke, Lin Xi noticed a burlap sack on the ground, and brightly asked, "Dad, are these vegetables you brought from home?"

"Yes, your mom harvested them from the field this morning, and asked me to bring them while they’re fresh for you to eat."

"Thank you, Dad, thank you, Mom... Hehe, there must be cantaloupe, my favorite. Darling, go wash one for me, I want to eat now."

Chen Xiao nodded and bent down to grab a cantaloupe.

But as he opened the bag, a tear uncontrollably fell from Chen Xiao’s eyes.

Though he quickly collected himself, Lin Xi saw this scene.

Luckily, Lin Xi didn’t comment, and Chen Xiao took a deep breath, picking up the cantaloupe and went to the kitchen to clean it.

As he washed it, he thought about his father and mother.

From the look he exchanged with his father earlier, Chen Xiao knew his father likely understood his transformation.

Otherwise, his father wouldn’t have been able to smile at him.

But was Chen Xiao in the past completely abandoned by his parents?

No!

His mother would always look forward to him coming home for the New Year.

Every New Year’s Eve dinner, his father would pour him a glass of wine, saying, "Do well next year."

Now that Chen Xiao returned anew, he hadn’t yet called his parents.

Not because he forgot them, but because he wanted to wait until he’s thoroughly transformed, then personally invite his parents to visit, to nurture them.

The only unexpected part was the ripe fruits and vegetables in their family garden. Every year at this time, his mom would pick a bag of fresh produce and have his dad deliver them.

Finally, Chen Xiao washed and placed several cantaloupes on the coffee table.

He quietly grabbed a small stool, sitting aside watching Lin Xi and his father chat.

Watching them, Chen Xiao’s mouth curled up in a smile.

Suddenly, Lin Yao exclaimed, "Hey, brother-in-law, why are you crying?"

Chen Xiao quickly sniffed and cursed jokingly, "Get lost, I was just washing the melon and water splashed on my face."

Lin Yao frowned and mumbled, "Really?"

Lin Xi glared at her, then took a tissue to help Chen Xiao wipe.

As she wiped, she scolded, "Like a child, splashing your face while washing a melon."

Chen Xiao just knew to smile foolishly.

His father and father-in-law also had a knowing but silent look.

At this moment, his mother-in-law finally finished heating all the dishes and said, "Stop chatting, old friend hasn’t eaten yet."

Lin Xi also got up, turning to Chen Lie said, "Dad, eat first. The team has assigned me a case, I’ll accompany you for a walk later."

Old Chen was someone who understood priorities, so he nodded repeatedly: "Then hurry up, you can’t leave a bad impression with the leadership. Chen Xiao, go help Xiaoxi too!"

Lin Xi laughed: "Dad, the case I have is small, not worthy of our Great Detective Chen’s attention."

"Is that what you said? How dare you talk to Xiaoxi like that?" Chen Lie immediately became unhappy.

Chen Xiao smiled wryly, "Dad, I’m not a policeman. Some cases, without the detective department leadership’s consent, I can’t intervene."

Lin Xi threw Chen Xiao a mischievous glance, then waved and went to work.

Chen Xiao spread his hands, seemingly helpless against his wife’s tricks.