Tang Xiaobao said, "I admire what Grandpa said. Yes, a gentleman loves money but gets it in a proper way. But, uncle, I don't think there's anything wrong with how this house came from. In my opinion, this is what you deserve."
He took the initiative to narrow the distance between them and shamelessly changed his address to calling him uncle.
Zhong Shanming smiled bitterly.
"As far as I know, your family still lives in the staff compound in the old city, with a total area of less than 80 square meters. In the entire Yanjing City, your housing should be the worst. Moreover, there are four people in your family, three generations of grandparents and grandchildren. It must be inconvenient for you to live in such a small house. I heard that Xiaoxue has always wanted to have a study and a room where she can practice singing or dancing. With this villa, your conditions will be greatly improved. I think you really need this house. Moreover, Guo Xiong promised that they will pay the property fees for ten years at a time, so you don't have to worry about the property fees within ten years." Tang Xiaobao advised.
Zhong Shanming wanted to speak, but Tang Xiaobao waved his hand: "Uncle, please listen to me."
"You and Grandpa have been considered upright throughout your lives. Even when Yaya's family wanted to help you, you always refused. But over the years, besides being praised for your integrity, what else have you gained? I believe that you must have encountered many unfair treatments in life. You must have been looked down upon and treated coldly because of your poverty, right?"
Zhong Shanming sighed and did not answer.
"A gentleman loves money but gets it in a proper way," Tang Xiaobao said. "That's true, but this house was given to your family as compensation by Guo Xiong, and I think the compensation is reasonable. With Xiaoxue's qualifications, she will definitely make a name for herself in the entertainment industry in the future. Her achievements are limitless, but just last night, she almost died in a car accident. She was injured while trying to help the victim's family catch the driver, which is exactly in line with your teachings. She is upright and brave, so she deserves respect from society and compensation. When she stood up, I believe she certainly didn't expect this outcome, which is even more valuable."
After a pause, Tang Xiaobao said, "I know that my uncle is worried that the entertainment industry is in chaos and that Xiaoxue will suffer because of it, but I promise my uncle here that if Xiaoxue is wronged or bullied in the entertainment industry, you will only ask me for help. I promise you that I will always protect her. I also believe that with Zhao Haiyang and I here, no one will dare to make plans against Xiaoxue. She is Yaya's cousin, which means she is my cousin. I will never let anyone who wants to make plans against her go. Moreover, if she enters the entertainment industry, I will spread the word about the relationship between her and me, which will definitely scare many people away."
Tang Xiaobao was extremely confident. He had sensed Zhong Shanming's concerns and worries before, so he gave Zhong Shanming a reassurance.
"Thank you, Xiao Tang." Zhong Shanming said with some emotion.
"Don't thank me. We're all family, and this is what I should do." Tang Xiaobao said, "Let's get back to the matter of this house. Xiaoxue is destined to make a lot of money and achieve great success in the future. This house is what she paid for with her life. If I were to say, her dignity is far more than this villa can compare to. This is all a bargain for Guo Xiong."
"But--"
"No buts." Tang Xiaobao said, "I'm just asking you, do you need this house?"
"Our old town is going to be renovated soon, and we'll be able to get houses once the houses are demolished." Zhong Shanming still insisted.
Tang Xiaobao frowned and said, "Forget it. I've heard from Uncle Luo that it's still too early for your area to be demolished. It may not be realistic within three years. And Grandpa is so old. He hasn't had a good life for so many years. Do you want him to live in your staff compound at such an old age? And Xiaoxue, have you considered her feelings? And aunt, she hasn't had a good life since she married you. If you think this villa is too expensive, just sell it and buy another one. The remaining money can be used to support Xiaoxue's studies. Studying in Yanjing is not cheap. Even if I want to support her, I guess you won't agree, right?"
There was some hesitation and pain in Zhong Shanming's eyes.
Tang Xiaobao struck while the iron was hot and said, "The most important point is, you must know what Guo Xiong does. Everyone knows his money is ill-gotten gains. Since it's ill-gotten gains, why not accept it? Just think of it as robbing the rich to help the poor."
"Then I will really accept it?" Zhong Shanming was finally moved.
"You definitely have to accept it." Tang Xiaobao said with a smile, "If you don't, Guo Xiong will probably be unable to sleep and will come to your house every day to kneel and beg you to accept it. You don't want to see that face of his every day, do you?"
"This guy is quite annoying. Just now in the hospital, with so many people present, he had the nerve to kneel down. It made me so embarrassed." Zhong Shanming couldn't help laughing.
Tang Xiaobao heaved a sigh of relief when he saw that the matter had been settled. He smiled and said, "People like him only know how to bully the weak and fear the strong. I guess it won't be long before he's finished."
"Why, even if I take over the house, you won't let him go?"
Zhong Shanming was stunned.
Tang Xiaobao said, "Uncle, don't you think it's too easy for him to just let him go? I heard that a few years ago, during a demolition fire, a family of seven died. Although there was no connection between that case and Guo Xiong, I think it's connected to Dacheng. If we don't deal with this kind of person, more people will be bullied by him. We should extort money from him, but we can't let him go. Besides, even if I am willing to let him go, the government won't let him go. Who made him so unlucky to have such a trouble-making son? Speaking of which, Xiaoxue is also a great hero. She is indirectly helping the people get rid of this harm."
Zhong Shanming was stunned when he heard this: "Really?"
"real."
"Okay, then I'll think about it again. As for your grandfather, I'm afraid I won't be able to convince him." Zhong Shanming said worriedly.
Tang Xiaobao smiled and said, "Don't worry, I heard that he likes Yaya the most, right?"
"That's true. Over the years, we have been angry with Yaya's father because of my sister's accident. But to be honest, we don't treat Yaya as an outsider. We love her very much. My father loves her the most. If she is willing to speak out, your grandfather will definitely listen." Zhong Shanming said with a smile.
Tang Xiaobao clapped his hands and said, "Let's do it this way. I'll have Yaya talk to Grandpa later. Even if it means pestering him, he'll have to agree."
Zhong Shanming nodded and finally accepted the key. He suddenly frowned and asked, "By the way, how is my dad's illness?"
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