Courtyard House: Wudang Disciple Sweeps Through the Compound

"Officer! Arrest this little beast!" Jia Zhangshi suddenly pushed her way out of the crowd, pointed at Chen Wenqi, and screamed in a ferocious voice.

"Look what he did to me and my son! He should be arrested and put in jail for ten or eight years to vent our anger!"

"Hmph, if we're going to arrest someone, we'll arrest you and your son first!" Captain Xu snorted coldly without any politeness, his sharp, hawk-like gaze sweeping over Jia Zhangshi and Jia Dongxu.

"I saw everything that happened in the courtyard just now. It was clearly your son who first falsely accused Chen Wenqi and even attacked him first. Chen Wenqi's retaliation was entirely in self-defense. Even if he accidentally injured you, that's your own fault, and you have no one else to blame!"

After hearing Captain Xu's righteous and stern words, Director Wang's face turned even uglier. He felt that he had completely lost face today and would probably never have the face to come to this courtyard to manage affairs again.

"Chen Wenqi, how do you plan to handle this matter?" Captain Xu ignored the various expressions on the faces of the people around him, turned to look at Chen Wenqi, who remained calm, and asked in a steady tone.

"I would like to ask you, according to the regulations, how is this kind of malicious framing of others usually dealt with?" Chen Wenqi took a step forward and asked in a humble yet assertive manner.

"If the circumstances aren't too serious, they'll usually be subject to three days of administrative detention; if the circumstances are more serious, then the appropriate punishment will be given based on the actual consequences," Captain Xu patiently explained to him in detail.

"Since that's the case, let's proceed according to the normal procedures." Chen Wenqi's tone remained calm, yet carried an undeniable firmness. "I will absolutely not accept any form of reconciliation. Thank you for your hard work, Officer Xu."

After listening to his words, Captain Xu nodded solemnly. Without saying a word, he took out handcuffs from his waist and swiftly handcuffed Jia Dongxu, who was still cursing and shouting.

Upon seeing her son handcuffed, Jia Zhangshi became frantic. She rushed towards Captain Xu, trying to stop him, shouting wildly like a madwoman:

"What right do you have to arrest my son? You must have colluded with that little bastard Chen Wenqi! I'm going to report you, I'm going to sue you for abusing your power!"

Captain Xu glanced at her without changing his expression and replied coldly, "If you want to report it, then go ahead. But I have to remind you, if it turns out that your report was false, you will also be subject to administrative detention."

Seeing that Jia Dongxu was about to be taken away by the police, Yi Zhonghai quickly stepped forward, forcing a fawning smile on his face, and pleaded for Jia Dongxu, "Officer, please calm down. This is just a minor misunderstanding. We can talk it out. There's really no need to take it to the police station."

"Whether it's a misunderstanding or not, it's up to Chen Wenqi, the person involved, to decide. Your opinion doesn't count." Captain Xu's tone remained serious, unwavering, leaving no room for negotiation.

Yi Zhonghai was met with a cold shoulder and a firm rebuff. Helpless, he turned around and looked at Chen Wenqi, his words carrying a subtle pressure: "Chen Wenqi, what are you still standing here for?"

"Tell Officer Xu to release Dongxu immediately. We're all old neighbors living in the same courtyard, seeing each other all the time. Don't you want to live a peaceful life in this courtyard from now on?"

After hearing his words, Chen Wenqi couldn't help but sneer. His gaze was sharp as a knife as he stared intently at Yi Zhonghai: "Yi Zhonghai, who do you think you are?"

My house is clearly privately owned, with the ownership clearly stated in black and white. How can you possibly kick me out of my own house? Why don't you ask Director Wang of the neighborhood committee if she has the authority to make people move out at will?

Besides, you're just a liaison officer in the courtyard. Do you really think you're the owner of this courtyard house?

Let me tell you, the legitimate property of the people is strictly protected by national law—Officer, am I right?

Captain Xu immediately nodded solemnly in agreement: "That's absolutely true."

He was secretly amazed; this young man was so knowledgeable about policies and regulations at such a young age, truly a promising young talent.

In fact, Captain Xu had another unspoken consideration: his promotion to deputy director of the police station was entirely due to Chen Wenqi's previous assistance in cracking that major enemy spy case.

However, he secretly thought that this kid's temperament was too sharp and outspoken. He would have to find an opportunity to give him a few pointers so that he could restrain himself and avoid causing unnecessary trouble.

Yi Zhonghai was speechless for a long time after hearing these words. He was both angry and annoyed, feeling that he had completely lost face as an "old man".

He was rendered speechless in public by a child who was only a teenager. How could he ever hold his head high in this courtyard house again?

Handcuffed, Jia Dongxu was so enraged that his face was contorted in anger. He roared hysterically at Chen Wenqi, "Chen Wenqi, you little brat, you just wait!"

"Wait till I get out of the police station, I'll skin you alive!"

Chen Wenqi immediately turned to face Captain Xu and said calmly, "Officer, you heard everything clearly, didn't you?"

"He still shows no remorse and has even openly threatened my personal safety. Wouldn't that make his crime even more serious?"

Captain Xu immediately raised his leg and kicked Jia Dongxu hard in the back of the knee, shouting sternly, "Behave yourself!"

"If you dare to spout nonsense again, you'll be in big trouble!"

He then cleared his throat and announced solemnly, "Alright, the right and wrong of this matter are now crystal clear."

"Jia Dongxu first maliciously framed others, and then openly threatened and intimidated them, which was extremely egregious."

"I'm taking him back to the police station for questioning right now. There's no room for negotiation on this matter."

He paused briefly, then turned his gaze to Chen Wenqi, his tone softening slightly: "Also, I have an important matter to announce to everyone today—Chen Wenqi, come to the front."

Although Chen Wenqi had some doubts, he still quickly stepped forward as instructed.

Captain Xu deliberately raised his voice and said loudly, "I came here specifically to commend Comrade Chen Wenqi for his heroic act of bravery yesterday."

"He stepped forward in the critical moment and successfully protected the people's property from significant losses."

"For this reason, the police station specially sent me here to publicly commend and reward him!"

Upon hearing this, the entire courtyard erupted in chaos, as if a pot had been boiled over, and a deafening clamor once again filled the air.

The faces of everyone present were filled with astonishment and disbelief.

Chen Wenqi's mother, Zhou Shuqin, had just finished get off work and walked to the gate of the courtyard when she saw the chaotic scene inside and was somewhat confused.

She quickly stepped forward, grabbed a passing neighbor, and asked them questions in detail, finally understanding the whole story.

It turned out that Jia Dongxu had falsely accused Chen Wenqi of engaging in speculation and profiteering, but his attempt backfired, and he was arrested on the spot by the police.

Zhou Shuqin felt both angry and relieved, and felt extremely pleased.

But when she heard that her son had been commended for his act of bravery, her first reaction was not joy and pride, but rather her heart clenched instantly.

My mind was filled with worry about whether my son had encountered any danger or been injured during his act of bravery.

"Chen Wenqi, this is an honorary certificate and bonus awarded to you by the police station. You did an outstanding job this time, and you are a role model for everyone!"

Captain Xu smiled and patted Chen Wenqi on the shoulder, then handed him a red, gold-embossed certificate and a thick kraft paper envelope.

As Chen Wenqi solemnly accepted the certificate and envelope with both hands, the people standing in the courtyard nearby immediately showed various expressions.

Some people's faces were full of envy, some people's eyes revealed undisguised jealousy, and some people secretly gritted their teeth, their hearts full of resentment and indignation.

But Chen Wenqi didn't care at all about these envious or jealous looks. Let others be jealous as they please, as long as they don't bother him, he can't be bothered to pay attention.

He accepted the certificate of honor and the bonus with utmost respect, his face displaying an upright and dignified expression, and said in a loud voice, "Officer, you flatter me too much."

"As a young person in the new society, it is my bounden duty to act bravely for a just cause, punish evil and promote good, and eliminate harm for the people."

Upon hearing this, Captain Xu couldn't help but twitch his lips slightly. He secretly wondered what exactly these "five good qualities" meant, as he had never paid attention to the official definition.

However, he didn't point it out on the spot. Instead, he smiled and said, "Young man, you are indeed good. You should study hard and be a good person. If you encounter any difficulties that you can't solve in the future, just come to Jiaodaokou Police Station to find me."

Captain Xu was actually saying this to those people in the courtyard who had ulterior motives.

Having been a policeman for so many years, he had long since developed a keen eye. With just one glance, he could tell that many people in this compound were not good people. After today's incident, there was no guarantee that someone would retaliate against Chen Wenqi in secret. That's why he said those words, which could be considered a veiled warning and admonition.

"Okay, I've got it all in mind. Thank you so much, Officer Xu." Chen Wenqi nodded solemnly and replied earnestly.

"Then I'll take the men back to the station first. Jia Dongxu, come with me to the police station!" Captain Xu reached out and tugged at the handcuffs on Jia Dongxu's wrist, speaking in a deep voice with a blank expression.

Seeing that her son was really about to be taken away by the police, Jia Zhangshi suddenly lunged forward again, grabbing Captain Xu's arm tightly and refusing to let go, wailing and screaming like a madwoman, "You can't take my son! I'll fight you to the death!"