Iren and Shannchyuan sat back on the living room couch. Iren's face radiated a very dense curious aura.
"What did Dahge talk to Miss Liuchiou earlier?" Iren's voice was so soft. It was as if he didn't want Yinqyueh to hear what he was saying.
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"Ah! While we were at the diner, Tsaehorng offered to let us live in his apartment until we found a new place to live."
"Dahge agreed right away?"
"Of course not. But after Shinnshiow was kidnapped, I don't think we have any other choice. At least for the time being."
"Where's the apartment?"
"I don't know yet. But it doesn't look too close from here."
"Shall we move there soon?"
"Not really. We'll stay here until the time our landlord gives us. At least until Shinnshiow gets home safely. Maybe I should talk to our landlord about this, too."
"Then Miss Liuchiou?"
"She will be moving into Tsaehorng's apartment today. Her safety is our priority."
"I don't think she should be alone in there."
"Tsaehorng's apartment must be safe. He must be living in an elite place with extra security."
"That's not what I meant ...," said Iren.
Shannchyuan stared at Iren for a while before opening his mouth again. "I have to stay here until Shinnshiow returns. This is my responsibility."
"Shyongge, Yihge, and I are here. Even tonight, Chioujen will come back to this house. You don't have to worry."
Shannchyuan thought for a moment. "I'll stay here. At least until the police come. Then we can talk about this again."
"Okay if you think it's the best thing," said Iren.
The two of them then sat on the sofa in the living room, watching television. Shannchyuan turned up the volume of the television as it broadcasted further news about the fire that broke out in Yuehming. Hearing the voice coming from the television, Yinqyueh ran out of the bedroom and sat down next to Shannchyuan. According to the latest news, the fire had been completely extinguished. Police and firefighters were still investigating the cause of the fire. Residents were allowed to re-enter the housing complex.
"It's good to hear that," said Iren.
"What time are we going there tomorrow?" Yinqyueh asked Shannchyuan.
"How about a little late," said Shannchyuan. "According to the original schedule, what time are you expected to get there?"
"Around noon," Yinqyueh said.
"Let's see how the Shinnshiow kidnapping case develops," said Shannchyuan. "Now you just continue to prepare the things you will bring."
"I'm done. I don't have much stuff."
Shannchyuan nodded. "That's settled. I'm glad to hear that."
"Is there anything else you still want to ask, Uncle?"
"Have you prepared food for Jenqyih? I mean, the food we brought from the restaurant earlier."
"Ah! I almost forget. Good thing Uncle remind me." Yinqyueh laughed. "I will prepare the dish right away. But, now, where is Uncle Jenqyih?"
"He went out for a while. He said he wanted to buy something," said Iren. "You stay here with Dahge. Let me prepare the food for Jenqyih."
Without waiting for Yinqyueh's approval, Iren stood up instanter. He walked into the kitchen whistling. Yinqyueh looked at Shannchyuan. Shannchyuan just nodded when he saw Yinqyueh's gaze. The two of them then continued to watch television. There was some news that was actually quite interesting. But because their minds were filled with the problems they were facing, they did not pay close attention to the news.
Less than half an hour later, Jenqyih arrived home. He was carrying a blue plastic bag. His face was so bright. Shannchyuan guessed that Jongli had said something encouraging.
Iren had already prepared the dishes for Jenqyih. He put the dish on the dining table. He smiled and waved when he saw Jenqyih's presence.
"Since earlier, you must have not eaten lunch. Iren has prepared your lunch. Go eat first," said Shannchyuan.
Jenqyih smirked at Shannchyuan's words. "This isn't lunch time. Maybe we should call it an early dinner."
Shannchyuan smiled. "Whatever it's called, you still have to eat."
"Okay!" Jenqyih nodded respectfully. "But wait a minute. I have to change first."
Jenqyih went into the bedroom and was inside for about five minutes. He came out in different clothes. With firm steps, he moved towards the dining table. He looked so excited.
"So many dishes." Jenqyih smiled broadly.
"Please eat." Iren laughed so widely.
"Okay! I'm eating now," said Jenqyih. After that, he guttled the dishes served on the table.
Yinqyueh changed the television channel. Her face was a bit sullen. With great care, Shannchyuan looked at Yinqyueh. He could understand the anger she was feeling right now.
"You don't have to worry. Everything will be fine." Shannchyuan clasped Yinqyueh's palm.
Yinqyueh turned her head. She smiled. "I'm not too worried. I just want tomorrow to come soon."
Shannchyuan laughed. How about you go to sleep first? I'll wake you up when the call arrives."
"I don't want to!"
"All right. We'll just sit here," said Shannchyuan.
Yinqyueh suddenly stood up. He walked over to the frame where the doors and windows were attached. He looked out through the windowpane.
"Soon the sun goes down, brother Tsaehorng hasn't shown up yet," Yinqyueh said.
"Just be patient. Tsaehorng's acquaintances are high-ranking cops, so their men will definitely be eager to help us. Even though they haven't shown up here yet, I'm sure they must have started working," Shannchyuan said.
"Ah! This food is delicious," said Jenqyih. He had just finished eating.
"You two come here first," Shannchyuan said.
Iren and Jenqyih approached the living room in a flash.
"I'm going to explain the things we saw and experienced today. The things I didn't get to tell you guys earlier," Shannchyuan said.
Shannchyuan described in detail everything from the atmosphere at the station when they came out of the basement, the situation at the fire site, the painting exhibition Tsaehorng took part in, to the restaurant where Tsaehorng treated them. Iren and Jenqyih listened with solemn faces.
"So, what are our plans now?" Jenqyih asked.
"We will wait for the police to arrive. After that we will give some information to them. Then we'll wait for a call from the Shinnshiow kidnappers. Oh, and of course, we will wait for Chioujen to come home. I am sure he will be very surprised. So when he comes home, take him straight to the room. Explain briefly what happened." Shannchyuan looked at the faces of his two friends.
The two friends of Shannchyuan nodded.
They heard a car stop outside their house.
"Ah! That must be Tsaehorng," said Shannchyuan.,
Iren got up from the sofa and opened the door. He walked outside. In a moment, he was back with Tsaehorng and Yihshyong. But it was not just the two of them. There was still one more person who came to the house. She was a woman in her sixties. The woman was carrying several plastic packages. So sharp, a fragrant smell wafted from the plastic packages she was having.
"Ah! Let me introduce you first. This is the person who took care of me. Her name is Dihwuu Shyanmeei," said Tsaehorng. "You can call her Miss Dihwuu."
"Good evening Miss Dihwuu," said Shannchyuan.
"Good evening," said Miss Dihwuu.
"What is this?" Jenqyih pointed to the packages that Miss Dihwuu was carrying.
"Uncles and Miss Liuchiou must not have eaten dinner. Here I brought some dishes." Tsaehorng laughed politely.
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"Ah! I just ate," said Jenqyih. His face was like folded paper.
"It's okay. You can eat again," Yihshyong said.
"Good! Good! Incidentally, we haven't cooked at all," said Iren. He laughed out loud.
"Thank you," Yinqyueh said. "Let's go to the kitchen." He took Miss Dihwuu to the kitchen to prepare dinner for the evening.
Tsaehorng smiled. "Uncles and uncles. Don't worry! I already called the police. Now let's eat first. Then I will explain in detail."
Shannchyuan smiled. "All right! We'd better sit in the dining room right away. Wait for the food."
They all then moved from the living room to the dining room, which was located directly behind the family room. The dining table in the room, all this time, had really witnessed various important events. There, they chatted lightly about the things going on around them.
"Please call your driver. I want him to eat with us." Shannchyuan patted Tsaehorng on the shoulder.
"But, Uncle. Let him stand guard outside. If we have to leave soon, he can start the car right away."
"I think today he has proven himself to be able to act quickly. He is a very agile person. So that's not a problem," said Shannchyuan.
"Okay, Uncle!"
Tsaehorng left the dining room. Soon he was back again with the driver.
"Please have a seat," Yihshyong said. "We have dinner together."
"Thank you, Sir!" said the driver.
"What time will the police arrive?" Iren asked.
"Be patient, Uncle. After eating, I'll explain!" Tsaehorng answered Iren's question with a smile. In Shannchyuan's eyes, Tsaehorng's smile looked somewhat mysterious.
After about ten minutes of waiting, Yinqyueh and Miss Dihwuu came out of the kitchen carrying their dinner dishes.
"Dinner is ready!" Yinqyueh said in a thunderous voice. This was the first time Shannchyuan heard Yinqyueh make such a loud voice.
Soon after that, they all had dinner. The food was actually fantastic. But everyone's attention was not focused on the dishes. The cases they faced had really caught their attention.