Reborn in 1979, with a female educated youth lying next to me.

"He ran away. I heard that when he was locked up, he kept denying that he did it. Later, someone else confessed, and his sworn brother was released."

After hearing Peng Tianliang's words, all the mysteries in Liu Jia's mind were solved.

Needless to say, Zhou Xiuli and her gang must have found a new scapegoat in the system and replaced their so-called "sworn brother" at a crucial moment.

But how did they manage to handle such a big matter?

These people are incredibly capable!

Liu Jia frowned slightly, and Peng Tianliang stopped talking.

Since Peng Tianliang entered the room, Li Zhenhe hadn't said a word. After finally waiting for the two of them to stop talking, Li Zhenhe suddenly realized that he didn't know what to say either.

"I don't understand what you're saying."

Peng Tianliang turned around and smiled at Li Zhenhe, "Cousin, that's all in the past, it's all over."

"Yes, let's turn the page on this and never mention it again."

However, Li Zhenhe just had to bring up the very thing he didn't want to talk about.

"So... what about your boyfriend? It's going to fall through, right?"

Liu Jia: "..."

Peng Tianliang: "..."

The atmosphere in the room suddenly became awkward, and Liu Jia wanted nothing more than to roll her eyes at Li Zhen on the spot.

You're riding high now, enjoying a blissful love life, so why don't you understand that Peng Tianliang is feeling depressed?

A typical example of someone who is well-fed not knowing the hunger of someone who is starving!

In the end, it was Peng Tianliang who broke the deadlock.

"After you left, I ran into Zhou Xiuli on the street once. She spoke in a mumbled way, saying something like thank you, but then saying she didn't need me anymore."

“I knew from that moment on that it was impossible for the two of us.”

“I’ve been a fool from the very beginning. Zhou Xiuli probably never liked me.”

After all that had been said, Li Zhenhe finally understood.

“Cousin, we can’t get stuck on this. Since he said that, it just means the time isn’t right yet. When the time is right, a good girl will be waiting for you.”

As he spoke, the corners of Li Zhenhe's mouth involuntarily turned up again.

Liu Jia sighed inwardly.

Needless to say, Li Zhenhe most likely thought of Zhou Caixia.

Not long after, Peng Shunnian returned carrying a piece of pork shoulder, showing off his skill in making pork stew with vermicelli.

During the meal, Liu Jia also had two drinks with Peng Shunnian.

When Peng Tianliang finished eating and was about to go to work, Liu Jia stood up as well.

"Master, Brother Li, you guys eat first. I'll see Tianliang off."

Peng Shunnian was taken aback.

"Why would you need to deliver it for just these two steps? He's not a child; he can walk there himself."

Liu Jia smiled.

“He calls me ‘Third Brother’ all the time. I can’t help him with anything else, but can’t I at least go for a walk with him? You guys have your drinks first, I’ll be back in a bit.”

Seeing that Liu Jia intended this, Peng Shunnian did not object.

So, Peng Tianliang and Liu Jia went out together.

On the way here, Liu Jia's expression immediately became serious.

"After daybreak, did Zhou Xiuli and the others look for you again?"

Peng Tianliang shook his head.

"After that, I never heard from Zhou Xiuli again. I didn't know her godfather either, so it was like we lost contact."

Liu Jia breathed a sigh of relief.

"That's good. Those people are very dangerous. You must stay away from them."

“I know, Third Brother, I’ve figured everything out. No decent person would dare to steal cables. They’re so bold, they must be doing something that’s suicidal.”

"I'm relieved that you think that way. We're not on the same side as them. As for Zhou Xiuli, just treat her as a passerby in your life."

Liu Jia didn't know what to say about Peng Tianliang's relationship.

In other people's eyes, he might not even be as good as Peng Tianliang.

At least Peng Tianliang was dumped; people can only say he's spineless and can't keep a woman.

Before, I had been a simp for several years, even marrying her, but I didn't dare to touch her until we got divorced.

If this gets out, even the ancestors in the Liu family's graves will probably crawl out!

However, there is one thing Liu Jia is certain of.

That is, the people around a person have a very strong influence on them.

As the old saying goes, stay away from petty people and befriend virtuous people.

Liu Jia thought of himself and Guo Xiaoyan in the past, and also of Guo Xiaoyan and Cao Xiangyang now, as well as Zhou Xiuli and Peng Tianliang.

"Third brother, thank you."

Peng Tianliang's voice came through, and Liu Jia finally snapped out of his daze, "Thank me for what?"

"If it weren't for you, I... would be inside by now."

"Let's not talk about it anymore. It's not a big deal. You have a long road ahead of you. Focus on your work, take good care of your parents, and don't let them worry about you. That will make your life worthwhile."

After saying this, Liu Jia stopped walking. "Alright, I won't nag anymore. You should hurry up and go to work, don't be late."

"Okay, I'm off then, Third Brother."

After Peng Tianliang finished speaking, he strode forward.

Liu Jia kept watching his figure turn the corner before turning back.

In the afternoon, Peng Tianliang and Liu Jia will go to the Qingcheng Supply and Marketing Cooperative again before heading back.

But who knew that as soon as Gazi's car stopped on the side of the road, someone started banging on the car door frantically.

"Who is it? Robbery or something? You'll have to pay for it if you break it!"

Liu Jia's face turned ugly, and he pushed open the car door.

Upon seeing the person in front of him, Liu Jia's heart sank.

It was actually... He Huiqiang!

Before Liu Jia could react, He Huiqiang grabbed Liu Jia's arm and said, "Brother, I've been waiting for you!"

"How...how did you know we'd come here?"

Upon seeing He Huiqiang, Liu Jia's reaction became somewhat unnatural, and he even stumbled over his words.

Beside him, Li Zhen's palms immediately started sweating.

Did they chase after us?

Or discovered something?

That's impossible. Liu Jia and I knew it perfectly well, but we didn't say a word.

Besides, Li Fulai and the others had never seen the person this man was talking about, so he couldn't possibly be here to cause trouble!

As Li Zhenhe was pondering this, Liu Jia had already gotten out of the car, but He Huiqiang still hadn't let go.

"I was just waiting for the right moment, but I never expected to actually meet you all."

"Is there something you need?" Liu Jia asked calmly, trying to control his emotions.

He Huiqiang let out a long breath, and the expression on his face finally softened.

“My brother, the doctor said he would need to rest for about half a year, but at least his life was saved. You are our benefactors, and I must find you no matter what.”

"How did you find us?" Li Zhenhe had been curious. If it was just a lucky guess, that would be one thing, but what if it wasn't?

The ability of the person in front of us... is truly immense!

He Huiqiang scratched his head and said, "I saw so many baskets on your truck before, and I figured you were going to sell them on the main road or give them to the supply and marketing cooperative."

"Now, the entire Qingcheng only has two main streets, and you can see the end of them at a glance."

"Since I couldn't see your car on the street, I waited here at the supply and marketing cooperative. I didn't expect to actually see you here!"

After He Huiqiang explained it this way, Li Zhenhe blinked.

"Now that your brother has woken up, why aren't you at the hospital taking care of him? What are you doing here looking for us?"

He Huiqiang looked at Liu Jia solemnly.

“My benefactors, I will keep my word. Even if I can’t find you now, I will find a way to contact you in the future. Fortunately, God did not let me make that trip in vain. Please take this.”

As they were talking, He Huiqiang handed over a white coarse cloth bag.

The bag was heavy; you could tell at a glance.

"what is this?"

"watch."

He Huiqiang spoke very softly, and after he finished speaking, he made a six with his right hand.

Liu Jia was stunned!

Six watches! How much are they worth?

In the past, Liu Jia might have accepted these things, since it was agreed upon beforehand.

But now, Liu Jia felt the watch in front of him was burning hot.

He and Li Zhenhe got lucky because of Li Fulai's ticket.

The He brothers were unlucky because of Li Fulai's loss of votes.

But by a twist of fate, they ended up saving the He Huiqiang brothers.

That evens things out.

If we accept the watch now, this matter will become impossible to resolve.

Liu Jia reached out and pushed the white coarse cloth bag back.

"Didn't we say before that the watch thing was just a joke? We were afraid of getting into trouble, so we asked a few more questions. You can keep the item; we won't accept it."

"How can that be? A gentleman's word is as good as his bond. I must keep my promise to you, or I'm afraid I'll suffer the consequences."

He Huiqiang was telling the truth.

Brother He Huitao has just woken up. If he goes back on his word and some retribution comes his way, then they will be in big trouble.

Even though I'm not superstitious, I still have to be careful at this time.

Liu Jiazhen wanted to curse, "I'm not a gentleman, okay? Why can't you get rid of this plague god?!"

After a brief standoff, Liu Jia suddenly made a concession.

"Here's what we'll do: I'll ask you a few questions, and if you answer them truthfully, that will be enough to repay the kindness we brothers have shown you, okay?"

He Huiqiang was taken aback. "You really don't want this watch anymore?"

"The same applies to our information exchange."

"Okay, ask away. I'll tell you anything I know."

He Huiqiang coughed heavily, instantly preparing to answer the question.