Chapter 944

Zhou Tong said it's fine.

Su Yang also didn't continue questioning, returned to the Zhou family's old residence, and saw Zhou Laozi, the old lady, and the old Zhou couple already waiting at the door.

Behind them were other members of the Zhou family, this being the highest enthusiasm and reception etiquette shown to Su Yang and the old Su couple.

Although Old Su had always been honest and straightforward his whole life, seeing the whole family waiting at the door for him, he naturally could feel it and also understood how much they valued him.

Old Su hurried forward to greet them as soon as he got out of the car.

Zhou Weiguo came forward first: "Su Lao brother, you and your sister-in-law have come; we should have personally come to pick you up, but due to work reasons, time is a bit tight."

Qiao Yindi also said: "Elder brother, sister-in-law, happy New Year."

Su Lie said: "It's nothing, it's nothing; actually Su Yang wanted us to come before the New Year, but we've been dilly-dallying."

Su Lie then paid New Year's respects to Zhou Laozi and the old lady.

Zhou Laozi was also very enthusiastic: "Ah, this is your first time coming to Jingcheng; we should have gone to the airport to meet you, really a lapse in etiquette."

Su Lie hurriedly said: "How could we trouble you? Although we're not acquainted and haven't traveled far, fortunately we have Big Army looking after us all the way."

Upon saying that, he pushed Sun Chengjun forward.

Su Yang introduced everyone: "This is my friend Sun Chengjun and his girlfriend Ning Shu Yue."

Upon hearing the name Sun Chengjun, Zhou Weiguo, who had turned to go back inside, stopped his steps, looked him up and down, and said: "You are Sun Chengjun, not bad; I've heard your name. Your work is solid, you have a distinguished appearance, and at first glance you're the kind of responsible cadre."

Hearing that, Sun Chengjun was completely dazed. He had indeed seen leaders of this level before; after all, when he went to handcuff Zhao Ruilong, Zhao Dagong was at home.

At that time he was on a mission, prepared to be scolded from head to toe, yet there were no other thoughts. Moreover, Zhao Dagong cannot compare to the current Zhou Weiguo; one was already past his prime, while this one is at the height of his power.

Moreover, receiving praise from Zhou Weiguo meant something; he understood it all too well, yet at that moment he actually didn't know what to say.

Or Ning Shu Yue reacted quickly: "Why don't you hurry up and thank Uncle Zhou? What are you standing there for?"

Sun Chengjun then reacted, hurriedly saying: "Thank you, Uncle Zhou."

At that moment, Zhou Laozi also heard Sun Chengjun's name clearly, and he amiably patted Sun Chengjun's shoulder and said:

"Not bad, not bad; to speak of it, you are our family's benefactor. If it weren't for your loyalty and righteousness, daring to draw your gun against your superiors and uphold this justice in your heart, we might not have seen Su Yang."

Ning Shu Yue said: "Thank you, Grandpa Zhou; this is what he should do. As a people's policeman, isn't he supposed to protect us? He's just not good with words."

The old man laughed: "Hahaha, because he's not good with words, that's why you're here. You're not bad either, very good."

Zhou Ruohan said: "Grandpa, you shouldn't keep blocking people at the door; can't you let them come inside?"

The old man then laughed and said: "Oh, look at me, I'm old and thus talkative, never stopping. Hurry inside, hurry inside; I've prepared a meal for you, hurry and eat a bit."

After entering, the old man remained very enthusiastic, personally accompanying Su Lie and his wife while they ate.

Ning Shu Yue and Sun Chengjun also ate together, but they were rather restrained and couldn't relax.

Ning Shu Yue was somewhat better, but Sun Chengjun was so nervous he could hardly hold his chopsticks. Su Yang also didn't say much, simply ate a few bites, then said to Zhou Laozi and everyone: "Grandpa, eating with you makes everyone uncomfortable; I might as well take them out to eat, and meanwhile take them for a stroll."

Zhou Laozi said: "Sure, but you must make sure they eat and drink well, and try some of Jingcheng's specialties."

Afterwards, they had someone bring wine and greeted Old Su.

Old Su at this point was completely dazed, his mind a bit slow to react, but his hands and feet were still nimble; he ate whatever dish there was and drank whatever wine there was. With Zhou Weiguo accompanying him, he wasn't overly uneasy, after all they were already acquainted.

After Sun Chengjun and the others came out of the courtyard, he took a deep breath, then said to Su Yang: "You really understand me; just now that meal was clearly delicious, yet I couldn't taste a thing."

Su Yang laughed: "Actually everyone is like that, so it's better to just take you out for a meal alone. Well, Jingcheng really doesn't have any specialties; douzhi, for example, to me is hardly different from swill, we people can't stomach it at all. As for bao du, it's completely tasteless; roast duck? It's just so-so, certainly not like the authentic kind of old times, and of course I haven't even eaten the authentic version before."

Zhou Ruohan said: "You've said it all, but I don't believe Jingcheng lacks specialties; yang xie zi is great. Come on, I'll take you to eat yang xie zi; if you want to eat hotpot lamb, that's fine too, and later we'll go stroll around the nearby area."

Ning Shu Yue said: "Yeah, it's best to go near Wangfujing; I happen to be buying a set of clothes for Sun Chengjun, otherwise, as a groomsman, you'll embarrass yourselves."

She actually said this to Zhou Ruohan; the meaning is naturally self-evident. Earlier, the tensions between them had long since dissipated as Su Yang and Zhou Ruohan's relationship progressed. But at this point, she felt it would be better to say it tactfully herself; the effect would be better.

Zhou Ruohan laughed and said: "You can't let this money be a burden on you; when the time comes, you'll be responsible for picking, and when it's time to pay, let Su Yang handle it."

After getting in the car, they really went straight to Wangfujing, first having a meal of lamb shank hot pot, then buying Sun Chengjun a very well-fitting high-end suit.

Of course, when it came time to pay, Ning Shu Yue still insisted on paying; as she said, buying clothes for Sun Chengjun was a matter of course, and if someone else paid, she would feel uneasy; moreover, she had never bought clothes for Sun Chengjun before, so this could also be considered a gift for him.

In the evening, they still found a relatively quiet bar and had a few drinks.

Finally, Su Yang arranged for Sun Chengjun and the others to stay at a hotel not far from home.

Zhou Tong, as usual, played the role of driver; on the way home, Su Yang directly asked:

"What's the matter? You can tell me now. I'll definitely help you solve what can be solved; for what can't be solved, I'll shamelessly find someone to help you solve it. Anyway, you come to me for help mostly because you're embarrassed to ask your family for help, or because your family simply can't help you, right?"