Xie Yan was delighted. Her third uncle called the police in the morning and the police arrived around noon. This efficiency and speed of response were extremely fast.

Xie Yan and the other two told the police in detail how they discovered the baby girl, including how she heard the crying in the mountains, how she found the baby girl, and how she decided to bring her home.

After hearing this, the policemen showed expressions of approval on their faces.

"You've done a great job," a police officer said. "We'll investigate."

Xie Yan nodded to show her understanding.

She knew that this was the police's duty, and the three of them cooperated with the police to complete the recording of their confessions and provided the clothes the baby girl was wearing when she was found as evidence.

After recording the statement, the police did not take the baby girl away immediately.

They were quite moved when they saw how Xie Yan, Xie Anming and the other two were taking good care of the baby girl.

Although these three children are young, they have already demonstrated extraordinary courage and sense of responsibility.

"Xie Yan, Xie Anming, Xie Anyi," an older police officer said, "We've learned what happened. You've done a great job. But now we need to take this matter further. We need to find the baby girl's parents. Before that, we need to find a temporary home for her."

Xie Yan's heart was in her throat. She vaguely felt that the police's next words might be related to her.

"We've considered that you found this baby girl and have been taking good care of her, so..." The police officer's words were tentative, "We'd like to know if you're willing to take care of her temporarily until we find her biological parents?"

Xie Yan looked up at Xie Anming and Xie Anyi, both of whom had a determined glint in their eyes.

Although they are young, they have already made up their minds.

"I do." Xie Yan answered firmly.

However, at this moment, Xie Jianming, the third uncle of the Xie family, walked into the yard.

He heard about the police's visit and rushed over to see what was going on.

When he heard the police's words, his face instantly turned gloomy.

"No!" Xie Jianming objected firmly. "You don't understand our family situation. We simply can't take care of this child. Besides, what if her parents come looking for us? How are we going to explain?"

Xie Yan's heart sank. Xie Jianming refused so directly that the police were afraid they would not give the baby girl to them for raising.

She looked at Yang Qin who was standing next to Xie Jianming, hoping that her grandmother would stand up and say something, but Yang Qin remained silent and just looked at the things in front of her quietly.

"Uncle San, we can do this," Xie Yan tried to convince Xie Jianming. "We'll take good care of her, just like we would our own sister. Besides, the police officer said this is just temporary care, and we'll take her away once we find her parents."

But Xie Jianming was obviously unmoved. He shook his head with a firm attitude.

"No, that's not possible. Our family can't take this risk."

The policemen looked at this scene and felt helpless.

"Mr. Xie, please understand," a police officer said patiently, "Our police station is in a difficult situation and we can't accommodate the baby girl for the time being."

Xie Jianming still shook his head, his attitude not softening at all.

Just then, Yang Qin finally spoke.

Although her voice was cold, every word was enunciated clearly.

"Sanwa, just let her stay in my house." Yang Qin said slowly, "These three children are all caring. Since they are willing to take care of this child, it shows that they are responsible. Besides, although our family is not rich, one more child will not starve."

Xie Jianming looked at Yang Qin in surprise. He seemed to have not expected that his mother would stand up to support Xie Yan.

He opened his mouth, wanting to retort, but in the end nothing came out.

When the police saw this scene, they felt relieved.

They knew that with the support of the old man, the matter would be half successful.

"Thank you, grandma!" Xie Yan looked at Yang Qin gratefully.

Yang Qin touched Xie Yan's head lovingly, then looked at the policemen.

"Comrade police officer, we are willing to take care of this child," Yang Qin said, "but please find her parents as soon as possible. We don't want her to suffer here."

The police nodded solemnly and said they would do their best.

"Xie Yan, please take care of this child for the time being," a police officer said. "We'll find her parents as soon as possible. If we can't find them, we'll proceed according to the procedures. Okay?"

Xie Yan nodded: "Okay, Uncle Police, I will definitely take good care of her."

She thought of a possible problem: if the baby girl's parents really couldn't be found, what would she do? Would she be sent to an orphanage?

A strong feeling of reluctance welled up in Xie Yan's heart.

She looked at the sleeping baby girl. The tender little face made her heart melt. She felt like she was seeing her daughter from her previous life. She didn't want to lose this little life that had become a part of her life.

Xie Yan decided to consult the police about this issue. She mustered up her courage and said, "Uncle police, I want to ask, if the baby girl's parents really can't be found, will she be sent to an orphanage?"

There was a hint of uneasiness in Xie Yan's voice.

The policeman looked at Xie Yan. He didn't understand what the child wanted to ask.

"Don't worry, little Xie Yan. If we can't find the baby girl's parents, we'll proceed according to the procedures," the officer patiently explained. "However, before sending her to the orphanage, we'll prioritize whether there's a suitable family willing to adopt her. If you and your family are interested, you can apply to us."

A glimmer of hope suddenly ignited in Xie Yan's heart.

She stared at the police with wide eyes, her voice filled with excitement: "Really? Then can our family adopt her?"

The policeman smiled and nodded. "Of course you can, but adoption requires meeting certain conditions and procedures. You need to discuss with your family to see if you meet the requirements for adoption."

Xie Yan was so excited that she almost jumped up.

At this moment, there was a sudden noise in the small yard.

Xie Yan and Xie Jianming hurried out to check the situation, only to see Aunt Xiang San running towards them in a hurry, looking anxious.

"Comrade police, please come and take a look! Xiang Lao Da's daughter is biting people everywhere, and we don't dare to get close to her!" As soon as she saw the police handling the case, Aunt Xiang shouted.

When the older policeman heard what Aunt Xiang San said, his brows furrowed slightly and he immediately realized the urgency of the situation.

He quickly turned to the young policeman beside him and said, "Xiao Li, come with me to check out the situation."

The young man named Xiao Li nodded and immediately followed the pace of the older policeman.

"Auntie, could you please take me there?" the older policeman turned and said to Aunt Three.

Aunt Xiang nodded quickly and explained as she led the way, "Comrade police, you have to be careful. That kid is like crazy now, biting everyone he sees. I have no choice but to come looking for you because I just heard you were here."

The group passed through the narrow mountain road, circled around a small hill, and finally arrived at Xiang Lao Da's home.

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