"It's perfectly fine. We can just try to call it and see. If it does not work, we will arrange temporary accommodation for you until we find your family." The female police officer stated in a reassuring tone.
"Yes, let's try it." Chang Shuchun agreed, nodding slowly.
The female officer allowed Chang Shuchun to use the station's landline. With a shaking hand, Chang Shuchun carefully pressed the digits one by one. After a moment of silence, the line began to ring. That meant the number was indeed still in service. A few seconds later, someone on the other end picked up.
"Hello..." A deep, resonant male voice echoed through the receiver.
"Senior Brother Weizhe..." Chang Shuchun called out, her voice barely a whisper.
"You... Shuchun? Is that really you?" Lou Weizhe, the man on the other end, asked in a state of absolute shock.
"Yes. It is me." Chang Shuchun admitted softly, tears welling in her eyes.
