She was not only grateful to Tieju for helping her find her wallet, but also grateful to Tieju for not exposing her lie.

And thinking back to the situation at that time, Yinyin couldn't help but feel that she was too reckless.

If a weak girl like her were to meet a vicious person who not only robbed her of her money but also her body, she would be left with no tears to cry and no one to turn to for help!

What if something really happened to her, how would her parents bear it?

In short, don’t be so impulsive next time.

"You're welcome, Yinyin, you're too polite. You've said thank you so many times!" Tieju was helpless.

She really felt that she had only done a small thing and was not worthy of such gratitude.

Moreover, Yinyin also invited her to visit her home.

Yinyin's parents were also very kind and polite to her, which made Tieju feel a little unworthy.

"Okay, Aju, I declare that you will be my best friend from now on!" Yinyin hugged Tieju's shoulders with a smile, "Good friends won't be polite to each other."

"Okay!" Tieju agreed with a smile.

Yinyin took out the gift box from her schoolbag and hid it.

"Okay, let's go out for dinner!"

……

Sunday

Yinyin is off today and wants to go play with Tieju, but she is worried that her father will not agree.

She hesitantly found her mother and wanted her to go to Chen's father to sound out the situation.

"Go by yourself!" Chen's mother didn't want to get involved between the father and daughter.

"Mom, you can't be so cold and heartless." Yin Yin pouted and refused, "Mom~~"

The sound of "Mom" was so sweet and tender, but Chen's mother didn't buy it and continued doing her own thing.

She was sitting in the yard, mending a piece of clothing.

Yin Yin stamped her feet angrily, "Go ahead, I just don't believe it. How can my father be so unreasonable?"

"My father is well-educated and cultured, and he is very reasonable!" When she said the latter sentence, her tone was raised to ensure that everyone in the room could hear it.

After saying that, she encouraged herself in her heart and walked towards the main room.

Chen's mother in the yard smiled and shook her head, saying, "Little girl, you are quite cunning."

……

"No!" Chen's father refused.

As his daughter grew older, her appearance became more and more stunning. If it weren't for her studies, Chen's father wouldn't want her to go out.

He has been thinking these days whether he should find someone trustworthy and marry his daughter off.

While he is still here, you can take more notice of him!

He hadn't been out for years, and he didn't know which families around him had good young men, otherwise...

"Dad," Yinyin complained. When she was young, she could play at the neighbors' houses after school. But in the past two years, her father has been watching her more and more strictly. "Tieju has come to my house many times to look for me, but I haven't been to her house once."

"How rude of you to tell that to others?"

Chen's father still refused and waved his hand to signal Yinyin to leave.

"Tieju lives in Tiejiaji, not far from our home. We can take the tram right outside, which is convenient and safe..."

"Tiejiaji?" Father Chen interrupted his daughter after hearing her words, "Iron Chief? What is the relationship between Tieju and Tie Chief?"

"What is Iron Palm?" Yin Yin was confused and didn't know what his father was talking about.

"What does Tieju's family do?"

"Aju said her father, Master Tie, was the cook for the workers in the freight yard. She usually performed on the streets, and when she had free time, she would help with the cooking." Yinyin recalled what Tieju had talked about and nodded affirmatively. "Also, many workers rented houses from Aju's family. Her father was kind-hearted. If he saw a family in need, he would delay collecting the rent and even give them free meals..."

Father Chen smiled, "That's right, it's the Iron Master!"

"Dad, who is the Iron Sect Leader you are talking about? Is it Master Tie?" Why does he have the title of Sect Leader?

"Don't ask so many questions, little kid!" Father Chen put away his smile and said with a fierce look, "Aren't you going to go play with Tieju?"

"Really?" Yinyin was overjoyed. She didn't know why her father suddenly changed his attitude, but this didn't stop her from being happy.

"You must be home before dark!" Chen's father set a time for Yinyin to go home. "If you forget the time while having fun, you can't go next time!"

"Okay, okay," Yin Yin agreed readily, not wanting to delay any longer. It was already afternoon, and they could only play for two or three hours. "I'll remember that!"

After saying that, she ran out in a hurry.

"You are so impulsive and have no manners!" In the room, Chen's father scolded Yinyin.

Yinyin had already run out, so she had no chance to hear what he said.

Even if I heard it, I wouldn't take it seriously. My dad loves to preach and should have been a teacher.

……

There are not many people in the alley in the afternoon. Most of them are busy preparing three meals a day. Some who have a rare free time will take a nice nap at home. Only some children are energetic and play tirelessly in the alley.

Sunlight shines through the gaps between the leaves, creating patches of light on the ground. A gentle breeze blows by, bringing a touch of coolness.

Yinyin was wearing a jacket and skirt in a refreshing color, carrying a small white bag, and her steps were as light as a deer.

After exiting the alley, walk a few steps and you will see the tram stop.

Yinyin was lucky, the tram arrived in just two minutes.

……

After more than ten minutes, Yinyin got off the tram, walked through a gatehouse, and arrived at Tiejiaji.

In Shanghai, prosperity and poverty coexist.

In the corners of the city, there is a slum hidden where the people at the bottom of society live.

Walking into the slums, narrow streets are lined with dilapidated houses, their walls creaking and their doors and windows worn out. The roof tiles are broken, and whenever it rains, the houses leak. Sewage and garbage are everywhere, and the streets are filled with a foul odor.

The residents here live in poverty, with most relying on odd jobs for a meager income, struggling to make ends meet. Children wearing ragged clothes play in garbage dumps, their faces devoid of smiles, only filled with helplessness and confusion about life.

Deep in the slums, there is a small square where residents gather.

During this short journey, not only did Yinyin look around curiously, but people passing by were also observing Yinyin, either directly or secretly.

The girl was so outstanding that no one dared to come forward and greet her.

Yinyin stopped and looked around. Where did Tieju live? She seemed to have heard her say something like, "Walk ten steps east, then turn a corner..."

She saw an older woman washing clothes nearby. While washing clothes, she looked at Yin Yin. The moment her eyes met Yin Yin's, she quickly looked away.

"Sister, do you know where Tieju lives?" Yinyin walked forward with a smile and asked politely.

The eldest sister raised her head, "Ah, Tieju? Her house is on the east side, the innermost building..." She wiped her wet hands on her clothes uncomfortably.

"What do you want to do with Tieju?" The eldest sister told Tieju's address, and then she remembered to ask Yinyin why she came.

"I'm Tieju's friend, and I'm here to play with her."

"Oh, then you don't have to look for her. I'll call her for you." The elder sister immediately became enthusiastic when she heard it.

"Ah?" So many houses and people?

"Tieju?" After the eldest sister said that, she shouted loudly, which scared Yinyin.

"Tieju? Tieju, come out quickly, your friend is looking for you!"

All the eyes, whether from downstairs or upstairs, made Yinyin blush instantly.

She wanted to cover her face!

Sister, there’s really no need. I can go to Tieju’s house to find her.

"Tieju? Tieju..." She called out several times, but no one responded. Yinyin didn't get anxious yet, but her elder sister did. She turned to Yinyin and said, "You must not have heard me. I'll speak louder..."

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