“As long as there’s been contact, there must be clues—evidence, that is. It’s just…” Sheng Zexi frowned. “Right now, we don’t know where the evidence is or what it might be!”
Gu Jianing pursed her lips and thought for a moment. “There’s got to be a way. Let me think about it and see if there’s any method to obtain the evidence.”
In any case, people like the Lin family absolutely could not be allowed to remain.
“Alright, let’s have breakfast first. Oh, and keep this newspaper safe. Don’t let anyone see it,” Sheng Zexi reminded her.
Gu Jianing nodded. “Got it.”
After breakfast, Xingxing and Yueyue, accompanied by Amber, went to day care.
Meanwhile, Sheng Zexi was temporarily away from home due to the recent severe typhoon incident.
Some people had been punished, while others had been commended.
Naturally, among those praised and rewarded were Sheng Zexi and his wife, Gu Jianing.
Today, Sheng Zexi had gone to receive the commendation and rewards.
Originally, Gu Jianing was supposed to attend as well, but she was still in her postpartum confinement period and couldn’t go.
So, Sheng Zexi accepted the honors on her behalf.
The severe typhoon had been predicted by Gu Jianing three days in advance.
Initially, the residents of Huansha Island had no idea.
But because of Zhang Jianjun’s rumors, the islanders had all found out.
At first, everyone only knew Gu Jianing as an exceptionally skilled doctor at the county hospital and its deputy director.
Now, they also learned that she could predict the weather—even more accurately than the meteorological department.
What had started as a rumor, with the actual arrival of the typhoon, catapulted Gu Jianing into near-legendary status.
Now, if Gu Jianing were to say anything, most people would likely believe her.
Everyone knew that Dr. Gu was incredibly capable—her skills were comprehensive, and her words were almost never untrue!
This time, Sheng Zexi and Gu Jianing had made significant contributions.
Their efforts in preparing for the typhoon had saved many islanders’ lives and minimized property damage on Huansha Island.
As such, their rewards were substantial.
Given the scale of their achievements, coupled with Sheng Zexi and Gu Jianing’s special status, Commander Lu had reported the matter to higher authorities.
Because of this, the commendation and rewards were delayed until today.
“Zexi, you and your wife have done an outstanding job.”
“Originally, you both deserved even greater rewards, but the higher-ups said they’d give you some now and reserve the more significant ones for when you arrive in the capital,” Commander Lu said, patting Sheng Zexi on the shoulder.
“As for what those rewards will be, I’m not entirely sure myself. But rest assured, the higher-ups won’t shortchange you two.”
Sheng Zexi nodded in understanding.
He had a rough idea of what his reward would be once he reached the capital.
Yesterday, he’d received a call from his father in Beijing, who had mentioned this very matter.
After Commander Lu reported the incident, his father had also learned about it.
Of course, his father also knew about the near-miss involving Xingxing and Yueyue.
The old man had been furious, berating Sheng Zexi over the phone. As for the culprits—Zhang Qiumei and those R-country operatives—his father had no intention of letting them off easily.
Upon hearing the news, he had immediately contacted his old friend Commander Lu and insisted they be “properly dealt with.”
Naturally, Commander Lu had agreed.
Later, his father also brought up how the couple had predicted the typhoon, saving countless lives and property on Huansha Island.
“…After deliberation by the higher-ups, you and your wife will both receive promotions.”
“However, these promotions will take effect after your transfer to the capital’s military district.”
“It’ll be a few more months. Just be patient.”
Regarding this, Sheng Zexi was quite satisfied.
In the past, he hadn’t been particularly eager for power or status—he simply sought to live with a clear conscience. Even if there were no rewards, it wouldn’t have mattered to him.
But now, perhaps because there were more and more important people around him, Sheng Zexi had come to realize that only with greater power and higher status would he have the ability to protect those he cared about.
So, he wanted that promotion!
He would strive tirelessly for this goal, pushing forward until he reached the very top!
While Sheng Zexi was receiving his commendation, Gu Jianing remained at home, still in her postpartum confinement.
However, her physical condition was actually quite good.
She didn’t need to stay in bed all the time.
After feeding Tuantuan, she began browsing through the system mall, searching for something useful.
“Let me see if there’s anything here that can help me find evidence of the Lin family’s connection to R-country…” Gu Jianing murmured, her eyes scanning the system mall’s offerings.
As she searched, she actually stumbled upon something quite promising.
It was a cockroach!
What was so special about this cockroach?
First, it wasn’t a real cockroach—it just had a cockroach-like shell.
Second, this cockroach could fly!
It could reach heights of up to five meters.
Additionally, it was incredibly strong. Despite its short, tiny limbs, it could lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
For a cockroach, that was downright miraculous.
Of course, the most important feature was that this cockroach allowed the user to attach their vision to its eyes and remotely control its movements. It could go wherever the user wanted and do whatever the user commanded.
This wasn’t about possessing the cockroach’s body—it was about vision-sharing and remote control.
After reading the description, Gu Jianing was stunned.
“This is practically the ultimate tool for home espionage!”
After all, even if someone suspected their home had been infiltrated, who would ever suspect a cockroach?
And even if someone showed up while the cockroach was searching, who would pay attention to a lone cockroach in the corner?
Even if it was discovered and stepped on, the cockroach wouldn’t die—because it wasn’t real.
“System, I want to exchange for this cockroach!”
Seeing that it only cost 5 points, Gu Jianing—now flush with points—immediately made the exchange.
Soon, a cockroach appeared in the palm of her hand.
Having grown up in the countryside, Gu Jianing wasn’t afraid of cockroaches.
Now, as she examined it up close, she realized just how lifelike it was.
“How do I bind it?”
She checked the instructions and finally found a fingerprint sensor on the cockroach’s back.
She pressed her thumb against it.
The next second, Gu Jianing’s vision shifted.
She was now seeing through the cockroach’s eyes.
Since she had been holding the cockroach in her palm to examine it, its field of vision was fixed on her.
So when she switched perspectives, she was suddenly staring directly at her own face.
It was a flawless, point-blank visual strike!
“Ah, my face is truly beautiful,” Gu Jianing mused narcissistically.
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