Some words could be written down, serving as evidence to protect one's family in a crisis. But some things could only be spoken aloud, and Mr. Shi knew his time to speak had come.
"Yes, Manager Wang from Liu's Pharmacy in the eastern district." Once the words were out, Mr. Shi found it much easier to continue. "I imagine you're familiar with him as well."
Grandma Shen nodded slowly. "If my old mind isn't failing me, that would be Wang Shaoyao's father. The Xu family..." '...boy's biological maternal grandfather.'
When Mr. Shi saw that she not only recalled the man instantly but had also made the connection, he let out a sigh of relief.
'That's good.'
'The rest will be easier to say now.'
