Binjiang Police Affairs-Chapter 323 - 229: I’m Also a Fixed Asset_2

Having a house of our own in the city center!

Han Xiangning smiled again and said, "My mom mentioned that the walls need to be painted, ceramic tiles need to be laid on the floor, and the yard needs a good cleaning. She even suggested that when we have time, we should go to the new furniture city at Gangzha to look for some decent furniture together."

Han Yu asked in a low voice, "That sounds almost like a renovation. How much will that cost?"

"It’s our home; we can’t skimp on the necessary expenses," Han Xiangning glanced at him and then covered her mouth, giggling, "Besides, it’s not us who will be paying."

"It’s not just People’s Hospital undergoing housing reform; the Meteorological Bureau is doing the same. The three-bedroom we are living in now, we still need to buy it from the state. Your parents don’t have much money, we can’t keep spending theirs."

"We won’t spend their money."

"Then whose money are we spending?"

"Your parents know we’re buying the dorm from People’s Hospital; they told me over the radio that they’d help us with the renovation and purchasing furniture, I declined. Then they went on the radio and told my brother-in-law to find someone to help us with the renovation and also asked your sister to join us in furniture shopping when she has time."

My brother and sister-in-law are doing well in their home textile business; not only have they built a small western-style building back in Lingbei, their hometown, but they have also bought a commercial property in Sansing and recently even switched to a new minivan.

Our parents don’t need to worry about Han Shen anymore, and despite our strong opposition, they didn’t switch to a bigger boat; they do have some money on hand now.

Then, all the hard work and money earning from boating, isn’t it all for the children?

Han Yu was touched, not knowing what to say, when Han Xiangning suddenly asked, "San’er, Aunt called my dad this morning again, asking my dad to check with you how the task entrusted by Secretary Lu is progressing."

Han Yu was troubled and smiled bitterly, "I haven’t gotten around to it yet. Besides, even though I’m a police officer at Linghai Police Bureau, I was assigned near the riverbank right after starting work, then went to learn boating. I’m not familiar with the leaders on land; only know Minister Lei from Four Factory Military Department and Minister Liang from Sanhe People’s Military Department."

Asking the younger sibling to introduce business indeed put him in a difficult position.

But he owed Secretary Lu a favor for handling a case in Liangzhuang, and his aunt is working under Secretary Lu, depending solely on him for her official appointment.

People are looking for no one but his aunt.

His aunt is more anxious than anyone; she calls every two to three days to check on progress.

Han Xiangning didn’t want to disappoint her aunt and playfully tugged at his arm: "You know more people than just Minister Lei and Minister Liang."

"Who else do I know besides them?"

"It’s not appropriate to ask Director Yang and Commissioner Ding for this kind of thing, but you can look for Chairman Li. He is your former chief, and your master had even saved his life before."

"Chairman Li has already retired."

"Even in retirement, he is still a city leader of Linghai, and he knows all those town leaders."

"Fine, only if there’s no other way, I’ll go to Chairman Li."

Han Xiangning hesitated for a moment, then muttered, "Actually, there is someone else you could speak to."

Han Yu asked puzzledly, "Who?"

"Lin Xiaohui."

"What for?"

"Yu Zhen told me their company just bought several hundred acres of land; they just finished building the first phase of the factory, and they’re about to start constructing an office building and more factories for the second phase."

"It’s been years since I contacted her; how do you expect me to bring this up?"

"Last year, I said I’d invite her to dinner, and we never got around to it. If you’re too embarrassed, I’ll talk to her and explain that it was me who was petty back then, not letting you contact her."

In this matter, Han Yu dared not "shift the responsibility," he hastily said, "Don’t say it was you who stopped me from contacting her; that has nothing to do with you."

"Really has nothing to do with me?" Han Xiangning smiled and asked him.

"Really, it has nothing to do with you. I’ve been too busy with work and couldn’t spare the time. And besides, I have you now; why would I need to contact her?"

"That’s more like it."

Nearly fooled; good thing he reacted quickly.

Han Yu was quietly pleased, when Han Xiangning patted his arm, "Set aside why the contacts were cut off, but you have to take the matter of your aunt seriously. It’s not just about her. Although my dad has never dealt with Secretary Lu, he has always respected him. If you can do something for Liangzhuang, my dad will have face when he goes back to his hometown."

"I understand."

"If you understand, then go do it, don’t be embarrassed."

"Alright, I promise I’ll get it done."

While they were talking, a surveillance boat slowly passed by.

Han Yu quickly adjusted his police uniform and asked Xiao Yu, who had just walked to the bow of boat 001, to hurry down and help with the mooring.

Director Tang, in his early fifties and never having served in the military, transferred from Hanwu, was an old port authority. He jumped off the boat, smiling and teasing Han Yu and Han Xiangning, "Xiangning, Salted Fish, made you lovebirds wait, didn’t I?"

"Director Tang, I’ve just arrived too," Han Yu quickly saluted.

Even though the Port Supervision Bureau is not a paramilitary managed organization, they still adhere to military etiquette.

Director Tang saluted back, then firmly shook Han Yu’s hand and asked with a smile, "Comrade Salted Fish, do you know why I had you wait a while, and why I chose your 001 for inspection?"

"I don’t know, please instruct, Director Tang."

"There are no instructions, just commendations."

"What commendations?"

"If it’s just about commendations, then there are many to give. You’ve worked hard during this period, assisting us in handling so many cases of fire on the water; I need to submit a commendation for you to the city police bureau."

Director Tang boarded 001 with Han Yu, and looking back at Han Xiangning and a few accompanying staff members climbing aboard, he patted Han Yu’s arm again, "Today, I especially want to commend the pilot guiding task you completed last week.

The owners of the Yasade freighter, through their ship agency, keep expressing their gratitude to us. The owner mentioned that the Yasade’s main engine design has defects and appreciated our understanding and consideration during piloting, praising your professional standards."

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