The afterglow of the setting sun was like a thin veil that gradually disappeared into the horizon.

Night fell like a giant black curtain, silently enveloping the entire county.

Chen Dong hummed an off-key tune as he slowly rode his bicycle towards home.

My mind was filled with those sweet moments I spent with Chu Mengran at the amusement park.

My heart is filled with those pink memories, carrying the fragrance of first love.

Even when he got home, a smile still lingered on his face.

As soon as I opened the door, the enticing aroma of food wafted over, instantly dispelling the chill of the night.

Mother Li Huazhen, wearing a slightly faded but clean apron, walked out of the kitchen carrying a steaming plate of sweet and sour pork ribs in her hands.

Her face radiated a gentle smile, like the warm spring sun, a smile that seemed to possess a magical power, capable of sweeping away all the fatigue of the day.

"Dongzi's back! Quickly wash your hands and eat. I made your favorite dishes today."

Li Huazhen's voice was gentle and full of love.

Chen Dong nodded slightly, gracefully parked his bicycle, and walked slowly to the sink.

I turned on the tap and let the water wash over my hands.

After a quick scrubbing, he casually shook the water off his hands and sat down at the dining table with an air of nonchalance.

The family sat together, the warm yellow light shining on everyone's faces, creating a cozy and peaceful atmosphere.

Father Chen Jianguo sat at one end of the sofa, wearing a pair of old-fashioned black-rimmed glasses, intently reading the day's newspaper.

Sometimes he would frown slightly, as if he had seen some distressing news; other times he would nod gently, as if he agreed with certain reports.

He was completely absorbed in the world of the newspaper, oblivious to the commotion outside.

Second Aunt Chen Guilan was also busy, shuttling back and forth between the kitchen and the dining table.

They deftly placed plates of delicious-looking and fragrant dishes on the table.

He kept muttering to himself, "This dish has to be eaten while it's hot, otherwise it won't taste as good. Dongzi, eat more of this, it's the time when you're growing."

Auntie's two daughters, Daya and Erya, sat side by side at the dining table, like two well-behaved little angels.

My eyes were glued to the television screen, where a captivating animated film was playing.

Upon seeing something amusing, the two couldn't help but burst into cheerful laughter.

The little hands waved excitedly in the air, eagerly anticipating dinner so they could enjoy their meal while continuing to watch the cartoon.

As soon as Chen Dong sat down, the family officially began their meal.

At the dinner table, everyone chatted and laughed as they ate, creating a harmonious family symphony.

Seeing Chen Dong enjoying his meal, Li Huazhen was in a particularly good mood and asked with a smile, "Dongzi, where did you go today?"

"Look at you, all all sweet and happy. Are you hiding something good from us?"

Chen Dong was putting a bright red pork rib into his mouth when he heard his mother's words and paused slightly.

A faint smile played on her lips, and her eyes revealed a sense of composure as she said slowly, "I went to the amusement park with a friend."

"Oh? Who is your friend?"

Chen Guilan, with her sharp ears, immediately caught the key information. She put down her chopsticks and curiously leaned over.

His eyes gleamed with curiosity, and a mischievous smile played on his lips, as if he had already guessed some of what was going on.

"Mengran, one of my classmates."

Chen Dong's tone was calm, but a barely perceptible blush appeared on his face.

Her voice was steady yet gentle, and she raised her head slightly, no longer shyly avoiding everyone's gaze as before.

Upon hearing this, Chen Jianguo looked up from his newspaper and glanced at Chen Dong through the gap above his glasses.

His lips curled up slightly, carrying a hint of teasing characteristic of an elder.

"Young people should go out more and not stay at home all day. It's good to go out and have fun with classmates, relax and not let yourself get too cooped up."

Chen Jianguo was fairly satisfied with the female student named Chu Mengran when he saw her last time.

She's at least more like a woman who's ready to settle down and live a normal life than Shen Yue, that so-called school beauty goddess.

The family finished their meal in this warm and harmonious atmosphere, chatting and laughing.

Just as everyone was getting up to clear the table...

The silence was shattered when the black telephone in the living room suddenly emitted a sharp, piercing ring.

Chen Jianguo frowned, put down the bowls and chopsticks he was about to clear, and quickly walked to the phone.

He reached for the receiver and asked in a steady, strong voice, "Hello, who is this?"

A woman's anxious and flustered voice came from the other end of the phone, speaking very quickly: "Is this the Chen family? I'm looking for Boss Chen Dong."

Chen Jianguo looked puzzled, his brows furrowed into a deep frown, and asked again to confirm, "This is the Chen family home. You must have dialed the wrong number."

"What boss? I don't have any bosses here."

As he spoke, his hand instinctively prepared to hang up the phone, thinking that the other party had probably dialed the wrong number.

But the aunt quickly raised her voice and said, "I didn't dial the wrong number, it was for Boss Chen Dong."

"I'm an employee at the chicken farm. Boss, your second aunt has been forcibly taken away. Come quick!"

Chen Jianguo stared wide-eyed in surprise, turned to look at Chen Dong with disbelief, and shouted, "When did you become a boss?"

The relaxed smile on Chen Dong's face vanished instantly, replaced by a serious and sharp expression.

His eyes darted around rapidly, his brain racing as he considered all the possible scenarios.

A moment later, he walked quickly to the phone and took the receiver from his father.

He took a deep breath, his voice steady and calm.

"Auntie, what exactly happened? What were the characteristics of those people? Did they say anything? Tell me slowly, don't rush."

The female employee said anxiously, "Boss, several people from your second aunt's husband's family just arrived."

“They were all fierce-looking men. Without saying a word, they rushed into the chicken farm and forcibly dragged your second aunt away from where she was working.”

"I went up to stop them, but they pushed me a few times. I couldn't stop them at all. Boss, please come and take a look."

Chen Dong frowned and calmly analyzed, "Auntie, don't panic. I know who did it, and I'll handle it."

"Just stay at the chicken farm and keep an eye on it. If anything happens, contact me anytime, or call the police directly."

After saying that, he hung up the phone.

Chen Dong turned around, looked at his father with a firm and wise look in his eyes, and immediately recounted the whole story in detail.

Chen Jianguo's expression instantly turned extremely serious, and a sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

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