Chen Jinmo didn't live in the family courtyard, but this area was filled with old buildings. It wasn't far from the family courtyard. There was a row of bungalows more than 100 meters across. Chen Jinmo's house was inside.
He had been in prison for more than six years, and all the things in his house had been emptied by messy people. After he was released from prison, he didn't have much money, so he got a set of bedding and laid it on the ground. The small bungalow was empty. There was nothing.
At this moment, Chen Jinmo was leaning against the corner of the wall, his eyes fixed on an unopened bag of instant noodles on the ground.
This was his last dinner. He had spent all his money. He didn't even have the money to buy a kettle. He didn't even have the right to eat a bowl of hot instant noodles. He could only eat them.
However, she was afraid that she would not have any food to eat when she went out to look for work tomorrow, so she could not bear to do so.
He had not paid the electricity bill in the house, so he could not turn on the lights. Fortunately, some moonlight could still be seen through the window. At this moment, Chen Jinmo felt very lonely.
When he found out that he had a daughter in prison, he planned to be a good person after he was released. However, the reality of society gave him a heavy punch!
Because of his criminal record, no matter what job he looked for these two days, no one would want him. Even if he wanted to move bricks at the construction site, they would not accept him!
Just as Chen Jinmo was thinking about what he should do and how he could find a way out, someone knocked on the door of his small house.
"Brother Mo? Brother Mo? Are you inside? Why isn't the light on at home?" Tang Xiaohu knocked on the door.
Chen Jinmo recognized Tang Xiaohu's voice because he had bumped into Tang Xiaohu on his way back. The two of them had even chatted for a while.
However, he was a little puzzled. Why did Tang Xiaohu come to his house so late at night?
"Yes." Chen Jinmo replied, then stood up and opened the door. He looked at Tang Xiaohu outside the door and asked with a slightly stiff expression,"Little Tiger…What's wrong?"
Tang Xiaohu was passionate enough. He grabbed Chen Jinmo and said,"Brother Mo, it's good that you're here. Let's go eat and drink.”
"Ah?" Chen Jinmo looked like he couldn't react in time.
"My brother and I happened to be having dinner at Brother Qiang's house. Brother Qiang, do you remember? The eldest of the three Gao siblings, the one who used to sell fish in the market!”Tang Xiaohu dragged Chen Jinmo out of the room and explained.
"Ah... Ah... Yes." Chen Jinmo nodded. He had some impression of Gao Qiqiang.
"Brother Qiang heard that you're back, so he asked me to look for you. He said that we haven't seen each other for a long time.”Tang Xiaohu grabbed Chen Jinmo and said.
Chen Jinmo was at a loss. After being dragged two steps, he quickly said,"Isn't it inappropriate?"
"What's not appropriate? Let's go. We're all waiting for you.”Tang Xiaohu looked very enthusiastic.
Chen Jinmo was also hungry, and he felt this enthusiasm. Memories of the past flashed through his mind, and he finally said,"Then wait a moment, I'll lock the door…"
Soon, Tang Xiaohu brought Chen Jinmo to Gao Qiqiang's house.
As soon as he opened the door, Tang Xiaohu shouted,"Brother Qiang, Brother Wen, Brother Mo is here!”
After he entered, he stepped aside and Li Shuwen saw Chen Jinmo standing at the door.
Chen Jinmo was tall and had shaved his head. He gave off a strange feeling of being out of place with his surroundings, as if he was somewhat cut off from society. He did not enter directly but stood at the door awkwardly. He nodded awkwardly at the people inside. His mouth moved, but he did not say anything because he did not know what to say.
Li Shuwen was not very familiar with him. At this moment, Gao Qiqiang stood up with a warm smile on his face. He walked forward and said,"Old Mo, hahaha, come in quickly. What are you standing at the door for? Xiao Sheng, go get a pair of chopsticks and a stool.”
"Alright, brother!" Gao Qisheng replied and stood up to get busy.
Only then did Chen Jinmo walk in nervously. He nodded at Gao Qiqiang and said,"Brother Qiang, it's been a long time since we last met. You're so energetic…"
"You're the one. You've finally escaped from the sea of suffering…" Gao Qiqiang patted Chen Jinmo's shoulder.
Tang Xiaolong gave way to his seat, and Gao Qiqiang pushed Chen Jinmo to sit there. Soon, Gao Qisheng brought over chopsticks and a stool. The six of them squeezed at a small table, and there was no space.
Tang Xiaohu enthusiastically picked up a piece of braised beef for Chen Jinmo and greeted him,"Eat, Brother Mo, let's eat and drink…"
Old Mo nodded. He picked up the braised beef with his chopsticks and took a bite. Then, his shoulders trembled and tears came out of his eyes.
"Hey, Old Mo, what are you doing?”Gao Qiqiang patted Chen Jinmo's shoulder and said softly.
"Brother Qiang…" Chen Jinmo raised his hand to wipe his tears, but he didn't know what to say.
"Come, come, come, let's drink!" Tang Xiaolong raised his wine glass and said.
The others also raised their wine glasses. Chen Jinmo clinked his wine glasses with everyone else, and then took a big gulp of wine.
"Today, let's celebrate Old Mo's release from the police station. From now on, he has a new life.”Gao Qiqiang said.
Chen Jinmo clinked glasses with Gao Qiqiang again. Li Shuwen also smiled and said,"Brother Mo, do you still remember who I am?”
Chen Jinmo noticed Li Shuwen from the moment he entered the door, but he did not recognize him. After all, when he joined the army, Li Shuwen was still in junior high school. There was indeed a difference in age.
This made Chen Jinmo feel a little awkward. He shook his head gently, looking embarrassed.
"Brother Mo, this is Brother Wen, Li Shuwen. Do you remember now?" Tang Xiaohu hurriedly said.”
"Li Shuwen?" Chen Jinmo was stunned for a moment, then said,"The one with the best results gets a certificate every year…"
"Yes, it's me." Li Shuwen said with a smile.
Tang Xiaolong also said in a timely manner,"The two of us brothers are now following Brother Wen. We're making a lot of money. We started a company..."
When Chen Jinmo heard that the Tang brothers were obviously older than Li Shuwen, but they all called him brother, he also raised his wine glass and said,"Brother Wen, let me give you a toast."
"Alright, let's go!" Li Shuwen also drank a mouthful of wine generously.
As the few of them chatted, Chen Jinmo gradually understood the current situation. Li Shuwen was the Tang brothers 'current' big brother', but at the same time, he was in a relationship with the Gao family's younger sister, so his relationship with the Gao brothers was very close. More importantly, he could feel the atmosphere. Although Li Shuwen was young, he seemed to be the backbone of these people!
When he spoke, the others could not help but look at him and listen carefully!
"Old Mo, we all grew up together. When we're in trouble, it's only right for us to help each other. I heard from Xiao Hu that you've just come out, so you probably haven't found any work yet, right?”Gao Qiqiang asked.
When Chen Jinmo heard this, he nodded and said,"Yes, I'm still looking. It's not easy to find.”
"Then, I have a favor to ask.”Gao Qiqiang laughed.
Chen Jinmo did not decline and immediately said,"Brother Qiang, tell me."
"As for me, I have a fish stall at the farmer's market. I've been doing it for many years. Do you remember?”Gao Qiqiang asked.
"Ah, I remember." Chen Lone nodded.
"At the beginning of this year, I signed a five-year contract with the market. However, Little Sheng and I have opened a new shop that sells Little Smart Cards. I can't be separated now, and I can't leave the fish stall empty. So, I thought that if you don't mind, you can take my fish stall first. You don't have to pay a transfer fee or anything. You just have to pay the stall fee every month. The rest will be yours!”Gao Qiqiang patted Chen Jinmo's shoulder and said with a smile.
Chen Jinmo didn't know what Little Smart was, but it sounded more powerful than selling fish.
Of course, he also knew that if Gao Qiqiang's fish stall was transferred out, he would definitely be able to earn more. He said all this now to help and take care of himself.
Therefore, Chen Jinmo was very touched. He could have a job and support himself. Only then would he have the opportunity to take care of his daughter. Therefore, Chen Jinmo did not refuse and said directly,"Brother Qiang…Thank you so much."
"Sigh, what's there to thank? I still have to thank you.”Gao Qiqiang waved his hand and said indifferently.
"Work at the fish stall first and familiarize yourself with the current situation in society. If you feel that it's not suitable later, I still have some positions here. I want to find some trustworthy people to do it.”Li Shuwen said.
At that time, when the project in Qinghua New District started, someone would need to look after the workers. Chen Jinmo was quite suitable!
Chen Jinmo nodded and said,"Okay, thank you, Brother Wen. If there's anything, just call me.”
After drinking a few cups and eating some, Chen Jinmo finally blended into the atmosphere and relaxed a lot.
The few of them talked about their childhood and laughed from time to time.
" Other than Xiao Sheng and Shuwen, all of you are not young anymore. When you earn money and have a good life, you should start a family as soon as possible…" Gao Qiqiang pointed at Tang Xiaolong and said.
Tang Xiaolong smiled.
Chen Jinmo's mouth moved, and then he said softly,""I have a daughter…"
"Ah?" Gao Qiqiang was stunned for a moment. He really didn't know about this!
Chen Jinmo seemed to be unable to hold it in anymore. He looked at Gao Qiqiang and asked,"Brother Qiang, do you know about Huang Cuicui…"
"Huang Cuicui…" When Gao Qiqiang heard this name, his eyes were a little evasive and he didn't look at Old Mo.
The Tang brothers did not speak anymore. Li Shuwen watched Gao Qiqiang's performance and praised him in his heart. Good heavens, he really knows how to act!
"Cough…" Li Shuwen coughed lightly and looked at Chen Jinmo.""Brother Mo, what about Huang Cuicui…Actually, we called you here today because we have some intentions…There are two options now. First, don't ask anything. We should still eat and drink. Second…Things are very complicated. If you ask, we won't hide it from you, but it's very dangerous! It's not as simple as robbing a taxi back then.”
In the original story, Gao Qiqiang had used Chen Jinmo, but Chen Jinmo would have figured it out if he wasn't stupid.
Gao Qiqiang did this because he had to test Chen Jinmo. He did not understand Chen Jinmo.
However, Li Shuwen knew what kind of person Chen Jinmo was now, so it was better not to use him like this. If there was anything to say, it was better to be honest.
He believed that Chen Jinmo would make the choice he expected!
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