This Captain Li is really dedicated to his work, isn't he?

However, in his police uniform, Captain Li looks even more handsome and impressive, causing the girls around to be momentarily stunned before their faces turn red in reaction.

Especially the group of girls who had earlier tried to get on good terms with Lin Sisi—they now looked even more excited, their eyes sparkling.

They hadn't expected Lin Sisi's family to be so well-connected.

Initially, they were worried that if Director Li came, Captain Li probably wouldn't. After all, according to Lin Sisi, Captain Li was always busy and might not be able to make it.

But to their surprise, not only did Director Li come, but Captain Li showed up too.

It was truly a delightful surprise.

A woman eagerly stepped forward to greet him. "Hello, Captain Li. Sisi mentioned that you're usually very busy, so it's such a pleasant surprise to see you here today."

"Yes, we're lucky to be here, thanks to Sisi," another chimed in.

Captain Li had just stepped out of the car when he found himself surrounded by several women. He couldn't help but frown slightly.

Hearing their words, he glanced over at Lin Sisi.

Lin Sisi felt a bit uneasy and couldn't help but avert her gaze, her eyes flickering nervously—a telltale sign of someone who had just lied.

"Captain Li, you must really care about Sisi! You even came straight here in your uniform—did you just get off work? That's so thoughtful of you!"

"Exactly, no wonder Sisi said you two are close," another added.

The group kept talking about Sisi, their flattering tone unmistakable.

Those nearby overheard and assumed that Captain Li was so eager to attend the wedding that he didn't even have time to change out of his uniform. They didn't think much more of it.

Sisi's parents were grinning from ear to ear, convinced that if Director Li came personally, then Captain Li must also be here for the wedding. They quickly stepped forward, greeting him enthusiastically, "Captain Li, you're here too! Are you here for the wedding? Our Sisi is truly blessed. Please, this way."

The Fu family exchanged puzzled glances, especially Fu Yang and his relatives.

They had known the Si family for over ten years, yet they had no idea they were connected to such influential people.

It was one thing for Director Li to attend, but why did they also know Boss Wang and Chief Zhang? And then there was Captain Li, who was famous in their circles for his dedication to work, never participating in social events. He was so committed that even if it were his own wedding, he might skip it for work. Yet here he was, attending this event, which left everyone bewildered.

Could Lin Sisi really be that influential?

Mrs. Zheng was overjoyed. "It seems Sisi is truly a blessing for our family, bringing us such a wonderful surprise!"

Her own family background was decent, but the Fu family had three generations of officials and were very proud. They had often spoken poorly of her behind her back, and now that she had finally found a wife for her son, the gossip had only gotten worse. They mocked her for choosing such an insignificant country girl.

If it weren't for the longstanding engagement between the Si and Fu families, well-known throughout the military compound, they likely would have canceled the wedding long ago to avoid embarrassment and protect the children's reputations.

Over the past few days, relatives had visited and hadn't held back from subtly mocking Mrs. Zheng's poor judgment, saying she chose someone who wasn't up to standard. Feeling frustrated, she finally felt a sense of satisfaction seeing the surprise on everyone's faces.

She turned to her husband to share her thoughts.

However, Commander Fu sensed something was off. The atmosphere felt strange, especially with Director Li and the others present. Having interacted with them when he was younger, he knew their personalities fairly well. Director Li, in particular, was the type who loved to be where the action was, never missing a chance to stir things up. His expression right now looked more like he was watching a show than attending a wedding.

Before he could respond to his wife, Captain Li spoke up.

"I'm here to see Lin Sisi."

Everyone immediately turned to Lin Sisi with envious gazes.

Lin Sisi was also taken aback, looking up in disbelief.

Looking for her?

Why?

Could it be that he fell in love with her at first sight after just one meeting?

Just as a shy and surprised expression flashed in her eyes, Captain Li continued, "But I'm not here to attend her wedding. I'm here to ask her to come to the police station and assist in an investigation regarding a missing three-thousand-yuan bride price."

"What?"

"Excuse me?"

Everyone's expressions froze in shock.

Lin Sisi stood there, stunned.

Si Nian's parents' smiles stiffened, and they looked up at Captain Li in disbelief.

Stammering, they said, "W-wait, Captain Li, you must be mistaken. What missing case?"

The couple's faces still held traces of their earlier delight, but now Captain Li's words had caught them completely off guard, leaving them struggling to process what it meant.

Everyone was stunned.

"A missing three-thousand-yuan bride price case? What does that mean?"

"I don't get it."

"So Captain Li isn't here to attend the wedding but to arrest the bride?"

"Did Lin Sisi do something wrong?"

"That can't be right, could it? Maybe there's some kind of misunderstanding?"

The crowd looked at Lin Sisi with confusion and curiosity.

Hearing the mention of the three thousand yuan, Lin Sisi felt her blood run cold, as if struck by lightning.

No, this can't be happening. The missing three-thousand-yuan case was supposed to be over, wasn't it?

Liu Dongdong had already provided her with an alibi, so why would Captain Li still be looking for her?

And why now, of all times, at such an important event?

Lin Sisi's heart raced, her mind in chaos.

She instinctively looked at the people around her and suddenly caught sight of Si Nian.

In that instant, something seemed to click, and her expression changed dramatically. "It's... it's you! Si Nian, to ruin my wedding with Fu Yang, you resorted to framing me? How could you be so cruel?"

Yes, it had to be Si Nian. Only she would go to such lengths to sabotage her like this!

The crowd immediately turned to look at Si Nian.

Could it be true? Had Si Nian, unable to let go of Fu Yang, really gone so far as to frame Lin Sisi just to ruin their wedding?

The Fu family members frowned as they gazed at Si Nian.

If this were true, it would mean this child harbored a deep darkness within.

Even Fu Yang looked at Si Nian with disapproval.

If Lin Sisi were to be arrested, it would be extremely embarrassing for him.

After all, on the wedding day, having the bride taken away by the police as a thief would make him the laughingstock of the event.

Even if he didn't care about Lin Sisi, the impact she brought was significant.

What Si Nian had done was truly malicious.

He frowned at Si Nian and, with growing irritation, demanded, "What on earth is going on?"

Si Nian's adoptive parents also realized what was happening. Hearing their daughter's words, they immediately glared at Si Nian with anger. "You wretched girl, what are you trying to do? You just can't stand to see our Sisi happy, can you?"

Si Nian, unfazed by the scene, replied calmly, "Uncle, Auntie, what are you talking about? How could the police arrest Lin Sisi and have anything to do with me? When the 3,000 yuan in dowry went missing, I wasn't even back yet. How could I frame her for stealing 3,000 yuan?"

Si Nian's adoptive parents were furious, "You wretched girl, stop spouting nonsense! How could our Sisi steal money?"

Lin Sisi came from a rural background and was already carrying a reputation that wasn't flattering. If people thought she had stolen money now, the Si family's reputation would be in tatters!

"Enough! I'm the police officer here, not you! Do you think we would arrest someone without evidence?"

Captain Li snapped, reprimanding them.