The thought rekindled, but he still dared not act rashly, for the lesson he had learned last time was profound.
He won't make a move unless he's absolutely certain of success.
And then there's Xu Damao. Don't let his current smugness fool you; we'll get him sooner or later. Yi Zhonghai decided to let Xu Damao enjoy his moment for now.
"Oh my, it seems our compound is about to have a happy occasion. This is great news! It's been so many years since our compound has had a celebration." Yi Zhonghai handed out cigarettes to everyone, and you couldn't tell from his expression that he was actually quite ruthless.
Liu Haizhong nodded, a cigarette between his fingers: "When the time comes, Lao Yan should write a few more couplets and auspicious characters so we can make the courtyard more festive. We need to inject some vitality into the courtyard while Da Mao is getting married. We can't let it stay so lifeless forever."
"Okay, I'll take care of it."
Yan Bugui took a puff of his cigarette and looked at Xu Damao, "I'll get Second Uncle a couple of candies to sweeten his mouth later."
Xu Damao, with a cigarette dangling from his lips, said smugly, "Is that even a problem, Second Uncle? Of course, we'll have to prepare cigarettes for you too."
"That's okay, that's okay."
Yan Bugui nodded hurriedly.
"Wow, it's so lively." Sha Zhu came back. He originally wanted to say something unnecessary to tease these people, but when he saw Wang Dabao was also inside, he swallowed his words.
Yan Bugui narrowed his small eyes: "Silly Zhu, Da Mao is getting married soon. You should give a generous gift to share in the joy. Who knows, you might bring a partner home next month."
"Let's forget about taking advantage of his good fortune, but I'm sure I can do it when it's your turn, Second Uncle."
Sha Zhu's words made Yan Bugui so angry that his hand holding the cigarette trembled.
How old is Yan Bugui? Does this mean they're hoping he'll lose his wife and children and find another wife?
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