The Life of a Son-in-Law in a Courtyard House

Taking advantage of the crowd, Yang Dalin followed someone and talked to them, naturally disappearing from the beggar's sight.

Yang Dalin observed from the shadows.

I noticed that the beggar would stop several well-dressed people several times to ask for things.

They seemed to be grumbling, but they still gave it all.

Normally, beggars would avoid these people.

Because they were afraid it might be some important person who could cause them trouble.

Beggars usually ask ordinary-looking people for things.

It's okay if we can't get it.

He might get a few scoldings at most, but they won't kick him out or anything.

As time goes by.

Yang Dalin was able to confirm that the beggar was one of the members of the theft gang.

Because those few were dressed very well, some were men and some were women, and some were even dressed as couples.

I passed by that beggar two or three times a day.

They gave it all to that beggar.

Even if those who were dressed up and changed their clothes, Yang Dalin could still tell from their figures that they were probably a group.

Those who were well-dressed were the ones who actually stole the items.

This beggar looks like he's dealing in money, or maybe he's a boss.

However, Yang Dalin found out when a sweeper passed by him.

The one who sweeps the floor is the boss.

Because the beggar quickly threw a small bag that looked like trash into the wooden dustpan used for sweeping.

The person sweeping the floor was wearing a mask, a hat, and a big cotton-padded coat.

He was also wearing a uniform jacket.

But Yang Dalin was certain that this must be their leader.

The beggars transferred all their money to him.

He collected the trash and quickly walked to the edge of the square.

Yang Dalin followed him directly.

It is still unclear how many people are on the other side.

Yang Dalin did not want to alert the enemy.

He just needed to follow the other party to find his hiding place.

Yang Dalin followed the other person, who soon arrived at a designated garbage dump in a corner of the train station square.

The man wearing a mask, who appeared to be the leader, greeted several of the cleaning staff.

Seeing him enter their workplace, Yang Dalin didn't follow him in but waited for him outside.

Since it was already evening, that person was probably about to leave work.

Sure enough, a short while later, the person took off his uniform and came out wearing his own clothes.

Even though he was still wearing a mask, Yang Dalin was still able to confirm that he hadn't mistaken the person for someone else.

The uniform jacket was off, but the pants, shoes, and hat were still on; the gait and physique were all correct.

He's the one who can't escape.

Yang Dalin followed him until they reached a small alley.

This person entered a large courtyard.

Many people in the courtyard greeted this man: "Old Wang, off work?"

"Yeah, I'm off work."

This person's surname is Wang. Yang Dalin didn't go into the courtyard; his mind and attention were always on him.

He went into what appeared to be a back room.

As soon as I entered, another old man inside coughed and said, "Cough cough, you're back, brother. Was it cold at work today?"

"I'm not cold, bro. I'm fine. Are you hungry? I'll go cook something right away."

After saying that, the man surnamed Wang quickly went to cook, because Yang Dalin soon heard the sound of chopping vegetables.

Are they brothers?

Are they really brothers or what?

Yang Dalin didn't know.

Just ask the neighborhood committee.

You can't ask the neighbors in this courtyard.

Otherwise, it would be bad if it aroused the other party's suspicion.

Yang Dalin left the alley and returned to the square, but the beggar was gone.

Those well-dressed people have also disappeared.

I guess they've "clocked out" too.

The boss has already gone off work, is the younger brother still at work? It's so cold, he's been freezing in the square for most of the day, who wouldn't be cold?

It seems the leader of this group is that Wang guy who does the cleaning.

Beggars are people who transfer money.

The few well-dressed and elegant individuals were the real thieves.

No wonder Brother Dou and his gang haven't been able to catch anyone.

These guys really know how to have fun.

Why would the police so easily suspect that a few well-dressed people who looked like officials were thieves?

That's the trick they're using.

Yang Dalin plans to keep watch for another day tomorrow.

Once we find out the addresses of these people, we can close the net.

Yang Dalin returned to the Public Security Bureau.

I was almost stopped as soon as I entered.

Fortunately, the security guard knew Yang Dalin.

Yang Dalin pulled on his scarf, revealing his face, and only then did the other person put him inside.

As soon as I got back to Brother Dou's office.

Good heavens, there were several people smoking inside, and the windows weren't open; it looked like the place was on fire.

They seem to be quite worried.

Upon seeing this situation, Yang Dalin did not go inside.

Call Dou Xiaolong and Wu Tiejun out.

I walked into another empty office.

"How's it going, bro? Any leads?"

Wu Tiejun asked anxiously.

Yang Dalin nodded: "Brother Wu, don't worry, we have some clues, but only the three of us know about them, so let's keep it a secret for now."

"And it's not completely confirmed yet. Tomorrow, find me a high-powered telescope so I can keep an eye on it. Once I'm sure, we'll close the net."

"Good, good, you really are something, kid."

A high-powered telescope, right? No problem, I'll bring it to you tomorrow.

Besides a telescope, is anything else needed?

Yang Dalin added, "Find me a good spot tomorrow, one that can overlook all the rooms upstairs or rooftops in the square."

The others are not needed for the time being.

"Let me know what you need."

Dou Xiaolong said, "No problem, I'll find you a room in the building opposite the train station. It'll be warm and not cold there."

Then I'll wait for your good news tomorrow. Come on, bro, it's been freezing all day, let me treat you to something nice.

I'll treat you to a good meal.

Yang Dalin borrowed the binoculars to cover his tracks.

He was going home to have dinner with his aunt that night, so he said, "Let's forget about it today, Brother Dou, let's wait until we actually catch the person."

Let's wipe them all out, then we'll celebrate."

"That's fine, let's talk about it after we catch them."

Yang Dalin and Brother Tian said goodbye to Captain Dou and the others before riding their bikes home.

Yang Dalin first saw Brother Tian off. Brother Tian, ​​unaware that Yang Dalin had already discovered a clue, asked him, "Dalinzi, find me something to do tomorrow. I've been drinking tea and reading newspapers in someone's office all day, and I'm really uncomfortable."

Yang Dalin said, "This is great, Brother Tian. You're living the life of a retired leader ahead of time."

Someone will pour tea, someone will light cigarettes, and meals will be provided too—how comfortable!

"No, that won't do. It's uncomfortable. Everyone else is busy, and I'm just sitting there. I don't know how they handle cases. I want to help, but I'm afraid of making mistakes."

I also listened to someone else interrogate a thief.

"I'm so bored. You have to talk to me about it tomorrow and arrange something for me, otherwise it's too awkward."

Yang Dalin had no choice but to agree: "Okay, I'll talk to Brother Dou and the others tomorrow."

I will definitely not let you be idle.

So you won't be too bored.

"Okay, you said it, you keep your word."

Yang Dalin sometimes felt that Brother Tian was like a little kid, which was quite amusing.

After dropping off Brother Tian and meeting up with Ma San, Yang Dalin took Ma San along a special route through the alleyway of the large courtyard where the man surnamed Wang lived. Once they heard his distinctive breathing to confirm that he was still there, they went home.

That night, Sha Zhu even asked him to play cards. Yang Dalin had been freezing all day and almost got completely chilled.

I didn't go, saying I was tired today and wanted to rest early.