It was late afternoon and Yi Zhonghai hadn't returned yet, but the news that Qin Huairu had become his apprentice had already reached the courtyard.
The neighbors in the compound didn't react particularly strongly to the news; they were just a little confused as to why the two families, who had clearly fallen out, had gotten back together.
But just because they can't understand something doesn't mean Aunt Yi can't think of it either.
Based on her understanding of Yi Zhonghai, her man would never do anything that wouldn't bring him benefits.
Qin Huairu is a widow, and the two families are at odds. What benefits do you think she could offer?
Sitting alone in the main room, Aunt Yi grew angrier and angrier, wishing she could run to the opposite door and cause a scene.
But now that Yi Zhonghai hasn't come home, she can only sit there and wait for her husband to return, to see how he will explain himself.
While Aunt Yi was still angry at home, Yi Zhonghai and Qin Huairu also returned to the gate of the courtyard house after get off work.
When the door god Yan Bugui saw the two return, he would inevitably step forward to try and take advantage of them.
Anyway, whether there are any benefits or not, let's just try our luck first.
"Hey! Old Yi's back. I heard you took Qin Huairu as your apprentice. How about it? When are you planning to hold an apprenticeship banquet so we can all come and celebrate with you?"
Seeing that Yan Bugui was using the same old tricks again, Yi Zhonghai almost spat a mouthful of phlegm in his face.
I kindly invited you to dinner last time, but you brought a bottle of fake alcohol, which ruined the meal.
It's only been a few days, how dare you come here with the nerve to freeload again?
However, before Yi Zhonghai could say anything, Qin Huairu chimed in first.
“Uncle Yan, this isn’t a formal apprenticeship, but rather an assignment from the workshop, so there’s no need for formalities.”
It has to be said that Qin Huairu is impeccable in every way except for her poor work at the factory. In a single sentence, she solved all the problems with a combination of scolding and criticism.
"Oh! I see. Well then, congratulations! Huai Ru, you should cherish the opportunity to learn skills from Lao Yi."
Yan Bugui was a little disappointed, but not much. After all, he didn't expect to make a living just by talking; it was just a habit.
"Alright, Lao Yan, you go ahead with your work. I'll head back if there's nothing else."
Yi Zhonghai wasn't going to waste any more time arguing with this old man, so he quickly said goodbye and headed towards the Intermediate People's Court.
Because he knew there was a shrew waiting for him at home!
If this matter isn't handled properly today, who knows what kind of trouble the person inside will cause?
Soon, Yi and Qin passed through the hanging flower gate and arrived at the central courtyard.
"Master, do you think I should go and visit your wife?"
Seeing that the Yi family hadn't made a move, Qin Huairu asked somewhat guiltily.
"No, no, you should go back first! Your master's wife is in poor health, so don't go and upset her."
It seems that family members know best about their own affairs, and Yi Zhonghai quickly persuaded Qin Huairu to leave.
He then exhaled a long breath, took a moment to adjust himself, and then headed home.
As Yi Zhonghai had expected, when he got home, the first thing he saw was his wife's ashen face, glaring at him angrily.
"Xiulian, what are you up to now? Who has offended you this time?"
Yi Zhonghai was asking a question he already knew the answer to, feigning innocence.
"Yi Zhonghai, what's with that vixen? Aren't you going to explain?"
Aunt Yi didn't hold back and started cursing right away.
"You mean Qin Huairu? Xiulian, isn't there some misunderstanding? This was an assignment from the factory. It's not appropriate for you to call her a slut right off the bat, is it?"
Yi Zhonghai was still trying to defend himself, but to his wife, Aunt Yi, it was simply a joke.
"Factory assignment? Yi Zhonghai, you're kidding me! Although I've never worked in your factory, as an 8th-grade worker, if you don't want to be assigned here, will the factory force you to?"
"Besides, doesn't the factory know the principle that men and women shouldn't touch each other? And she's a widow. Even if the factory doesn't know, don't you know? There's always gossip around a widow's house, don't you understand?"
Hearing his wife's series of questions, Yi Zhonghai suddenly felt a headache coming on.
The factory certainly knows these principles, and he definitely understands them too, but what can he do? Who told him to…
"Sigh!" Yi Zhonghai couldn't help but sigh.
"Xiulian, believe it or not, I really didn't intend to take her as an apprentice, but now the factory has already made arrangements, and she hasn't done anything wrong, so going back is definitely out of the question. What do you suggest we do?"
Yi Zhonghai was very sincere at this moment. In short, there was only one principle: returns were not an option, and the rest was up to you.
Aunt Yi is in a dilemma now. If you suggest going out and making a scene, it might not be appropriate.
After all, anything that hasn't happened yet is no different from spreading rumors.
You might say you'll just ignore it, but deep down you're not willing to give up.
However, Aunt Yi was perfectly clear about one thing: Qin Huairu's purpose in doing this was probably related to money.
If she doesn't get the money, she probably won't have any feelings for her man.
So no matter what, you must keep this money in your hands.
"Yi Zhonghai, since you say so, I will no longer interfere in your affairs, but there is one thing you must do."
Seeing that his wife had finally relented, Yi Zhonghai had no reason to disagree and quickly nodded.
"From now on, you must hand over your entire monthly salary to me for safekeeping. If there are necessary expenses, you can ask me for the money. Can you do that?"
Aunt Yi didn't stand on ceremony and cut off all financial ties with Yi Zhonghai.
Because as long as he has no money, the widow won't bother him.
Yi Zhonghai was very resistant to her unreasonable request, but he couldn't refuse. Fortunately, he had some savings.
"Xiulian, I thought it was something serious. It's only right that you manage the money! Don't worry, I'll give you my salary book from now on, and you can collect it on my behalf."
Yi Zhonghai is a ruthless man. Knowing he couldn't avoid it, he simply relinquished all power to gain his wife's trust.
A family crisis came to an end when Yi Zhonghai handed over his pay stub.
What Yi Zhonghai didn't know was that by handing over his pay stub today, he was also setting the stage for a major event that would happen later...
At the same time, the Jia family across the street also had a pair of eyes watching their every move.
After a long silence, a smug smile finally appeared on her lips.
"Sis, stop looking and come eat."
Hearing her cousin urging her, Qin Huairu had no choice but to stop her surveillance work, walk to the table, and start eating.
But faced with the mediocre food at home, Grandpa Banggeng couldn't help but complain and even went on a hunger strike, causing a huge mess...
Two days later, Qin Yi and his partner had become increasingly in sync, often understanding each other with just a glance.
At this moment, Qin Huairu also bared her fangs and began to cry, saying that her family had no money and could not even afford to pay the child's registration fee, hoping that her master could lend her some.
Yi Zhonghai knew the woman was lying and was somewhat unwilling.
But who is Qin Huairu? She skipped the part about shaking the sun and let Yi Zhonghai personally experience its enormous softness.
And so, relying on the power of those headlights, Qin Huairu achieved her first victory and successfully earned 5 yuan.
Gradually, after the first time, there was a second, a third... but that was all.
Yi Zhonghai, too, slowly lost himself in this temptation, gradually heading towards the abyss...
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