Su Yu smiled and said, "I'll be taking the college entrance exam next month. I'll be living at school then, and my brother can stay in my room. If Teacher Li is worried about anything, I won't refuse if the price is a few yuan higher than the market price."
This statement reveals two things: she's about to take the college entrance exam, and she has no direct financial relationship with Director Yan. Giving her more money isn't meant to cause gossip.
Director Zhou's wife lowered her guard. To be honest, she was tempted. Before, she hadn't dared to bring it up because of face-saving and because of Old Zhou and his wife. But now, after Su Yu's analysis, she was eager to try.
If they keep arguing and making a scene, how will they live the rest of their lives?
"I'm just worried that the old lady won't agree."
“Okay. My house is close to the school, and my aunt and I are doing this so it'll be convenient for our child to go to school. She should agree. I'll try to talk to her nicely. It's best to resolve this matter as soon as possible. Teacher Li doesn't need to talk to Director Zhou. I didn't go into the house earlier to avoid him. I'm about to take the college entrance exam, and I don't want people to think I'm doing this for some ulterior motive. If you want me to do something for some ulterior motive, just think of it as me not being able to sell my house and wanting to find a buyer.”
It's impossible for the house to be unsellable; Director Zhou's wife knows the market. Hearing Su Yu say this, she felt that Su Yu was an honest person. "Su, then I'll leave this to you. If it really works out, I can't guarantee that Old Zhou will be very grateful to you."
"No need for thanks. I'll be happy if Director Zhou is in a good mood and can lead our department to great success soon. Well then, Teacher Li, I'll be going now."
After Su Yu finished speaking, she went to Li Mei's house.
Watching Su Yu leave, Director Zhou's wife's heart also tightened.
She thought for a moment, then went inside.
At Li Mei's house, Old Mrs. Zhou had been waiting impatiently for a long time. If Li Mei hadn't stopped her, she would have gone back to talk to her son and daughter-in-law about the matter.
Seeing Su Yu return, she couldn't wait to ask, "So, did you agree?"
“She agreed, Auntie. Your daughter-in-law is very filial. My child has to go to school far away, so it would be good to find a place closer to the school for him to study. That's why she agreed.”
"real?"
Su Yu said, "Yes, Auntie, when you go back, just mention it to her that it's inconvenient for the child to go to school. Then let your daughter-in-law handle the rest. Once she takes the initiative, she can't bring up the house purchase again. Auntie, you have to listen to me, stay calm, and don't make a fuss. You must make her take the initiative to be filial to you."
"Then does that mean I have to move out?" Old Mrs. Zhou suddenly said.
“Auntie, what’s wrong with moving out? You can live in your own house and leave an inheritance for your grandson. Besides, you two can cook whatever you want to eat, even pig brains every day. Director Zhou is so filial to you, how could he not give you living expenses? You can even save some money for your grandson.”
Hearing these words, Old Mrs. Zhou felt relieved. She could finally leave an inheritance for her eldest grandson. She wouldn't be a freeloader anymore; she would own her own property. She wouldn't have to worry about her grandson living under someone else's roof. She could even save money for him. How wonderful!
“Okay, let’s do it this way. Su, you’re a really good girl. If you ever have any trouble, come to me and I’ll have my son help you.”
Su Yu quickly waved her hand, "No need, no need, Auntie. If you really appreciate my kindness, please help Sister Mei out. I just happened to be tutoring her daughter and that's how we met. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to help you today."
Hearing this, Li Mei felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She hadn't been able to help at all.
Grandma Zhou said, "I'm very grateful." Then she prepared to leave.
Su Yu smiled and said, "Auntie, you haven't taught me how to make pickled vegetables yet."
Grandma Zhou immediately laughed, "Oh dear, I forgot about the important matter."
After noting down Old Lady Zhou's method for making salted vegetables, Su Yu and Li Mei saw her off.
After the old lady left, Li Mei pulled Su Yu aside and said, "Why did you talk to her like that? Is it really going to work out?"
Su Yu said with a bitter face, "Sister Mei, no, I was originally going to help you appease the old lady, but I didn't expect it to get so big. I had no choice but to sell my brother's house."
"..." Li Mei stared at her with wide eyes.
Su Yu said, "Forget it, you've already helped out. Don't go out and do this. This is a favor you've done for yourself, it won't be worth anything if you go out and do it. Anyway, once I go to school, you should work hard in your department. Maybe I'll need your help in the future."
Li Mei held her hand and said, "Su, if such a thing really happened, I would definitely remember your kindness."
After finishing her business, Su Yu picked up her bag and left. Before leaving, she instructed Li Mei to take the problems Tian Yuanyuan had done to the office, so she could help her come up with a few more problems the next day. Li Mei was extremely touched.
As soon as Su Yu stepped out of the compound gate, Secretary Song pushed the cart out.
Why did you come out?
"I watched you enter the compound, and I've been keeping an eye on you from upstairs the whole time." Secretary Song patted his car. "It's so late, I'll give you a ride. Get in."
Su Yu looked around and then sat down in the back seat with a smile.
Secretary Song smiled and gave it a push, then started riding.
At Old Song's house, Song's mother was cooking. She brought the dishes into the house and found that her son had gone out. She asked, "Old Song, where's our son?"
"They've gone out," Song's father said, peering out the window.
"Where are you going out to?" asked Song's mother.
"Something's happened," Song's father said, walking over with his cane. "The Zhou family didn't have a fight today. I just heard a shout, why haven't we heard anything since?"
Song's mother was displeased. "What are you saying? You only feel happy when people start arguing?"
"No, it's just that it feels strange."
"It's best not to argue; harmony in the family brings prosperity."
The Zhou family was already eating at this time.
Grandma Zhou kept piling food onto her grandson's plate as she ate. Director Zhou's wife, watching from the side, was furious, but she didn't want to cause any more trouble.
After finishing serving the food, Grandma Zhou looked at her grandson with a pitiful expression. "Our Tao Tao has it so hard. He has to walk so far to school, it's so inconvenient. And the house is so cramped. If only we could have a house outside."
Upon hearing this, Director Zhou frowned. "Mom, everything's fine at home..."
His wife quickly pulled him aside, saying, "Old Zhou, Mom's fine, why are you so angry? Talk to her calmly. When talking to older people, you have to be patient and reasonable."
Director Zhou: "..."
Director Zhou's wife then said to Old Mrs. Zhou, "Mom, I think there's some truth to what you just said. After dinner, I'll talk to Old Zhou. I definitely support you. Okay?"
Grandma Zhou felt very pleased. "Well done, my daughter-in-law is the most filial."
"..."
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