Despite saying this, Yi Zhonghai still wanted to try his luck with the deaf old woman. He was utterly fed up with this kind of life. If he could get some money from her, he could pay back his cousin's debt ahead of schedule. Otherwise, if something unexpected happened, he would lose his job.
After finishing the wild vegetable soup, Yi Zhonghai went to the deaf old lady's house alone. Watching the deaf old lady eating cornbread, Yi Zhonghai couldn't help but swallow hard.
But the deaf old woman dragged the things directly in front of her. The meaning was clear enough.
Yi Hai, needing a favor from her, didn't dare to go too far. He immediately went to the deaf old woman's side, knowing she was deaf in one ear. If he spoke to her from the other side, she wouldn't hear anything.
"Grandma, could you please help me again? I'm barely making ends meet. If something happens to me, how will I take care of you in your old age?"
The deaf old woman acted as if she hadn't heard a thing, continuing to forcefully swallow the cornbread. If she found it too difficult to swallow, she would drink a few sips of warm water and then continue eating. She completely disregarded Yi Zhonghai.
Seeing the deaf old woman's condition, Yi Zhonghai felt somewhat displeased. However, the situation was beyond his control, and no matter how dissatisfied he was, he dared not do anything. All Yi Zhonghai could do was raise his voice and repeat himself.
This time, the deaf old lady finally reacted. After finishing three cornbread buns, she licked her fingers before looking at Yi Zhonghai.
“If I still had money, would I be at home eating cornbread? If it weren’t for you, would I be in this situation? If I were still a recipient of government assistance, I wouldn’t have to worry about food. I lost all my assets when I compensated Sha Zhu last time. Now I only have a hundred or two hundred yuan left. If I don’t keep some money for emergencies, do you expect me to rely on you?”
"You're not even 50 yet, how dare you ask a 70 or 80-year-old woman like me for money? If I lend you the money, when will you ever be able to pay it back? If I get a headache or fever, am I supposed to just stay at home and wait to die?"
"Don't even mention it. As for you and the Jia family, if I actually believed your nonsense, I must have gotten my head stuck in a door. You and the Jia family are barely surviving right now. How can your words be convincing? If you don't keep some money on you, you'll starve to death sooner or later."
Upon hearing the deaf old woman's words, Yi Zhonghai's expression changed repeatedly. Yi Zhonghai knew that his current state was all because of the Jia family; if the Jia family hadn't schemed against him, he wouldn't be in this situation.
It's impossible for Yi Zhonghai not to feel hatred, but he's drowning in debt and doesn't even own a house. If he doesn't stay with the Jia family, he has nowhere else to go.
This suddenly gave Yi Zhonghai a lot of ideas. The Jia family now had two more useless people, so there was no point in him staying at home. He might as well move to the backyard and live with the deaf old lady. That way, he would be more at ease.
As long as I can get out of this temporary job situation in time, there will be hope for the future. As long as I can accomplish something great, I can change my current predicament.
With a belly full of worries, Yi Zhonghai casually exchanged a few words with the deaf old lady before turning around and returning to the Jia family home.
Seeing Yi Zhonghai's expression, it was clear that he hadn't gained anything. Since she knew Yi Zhonghai hadn't succeeded, Jia Zhangshi didn't want to waste her breath.
The others paid no attention to the Jia family's trivial matters. Sha Zhu stayed home all day with his wife. He Yushui sulked alone in her room.
It was no secret that Wei Hua frequented the supply and marketing cooperative every day. Many people had encountered him there. Many of them had been young once and naturally knew Wei Hua's purpose.
Seeing Wei Hua and Miao Xiaomiao getting along so well, it's no wonder He Yushui was heartbroken. As soon as she saw that Wei Hua wasn't home in the front yard, He Yushui knew he'd gone to see Miao Xiaomiao again.
The thought of Wei Hua being taken away by someone else brought tears to He Yushui's eyes. He Yushui couldn't help but sigh; even the most precious affection couldn't compare to the weight of her heart.
Everyone could see her feelings for Wei Hua, but Wei Hua remained unmoved and instead chose Miao Xiaomiao.
To avoid being too heartbroken, He Yushui focused all her energy on her studies.
However, Wei Hua's romantic journey wasn't particularly smooth. He initially thought Miao Xiaomiao hadn't accepted him because they weren't very familiar with each other yet. But when Wei Hua arrived at the supply and marketing cooperative today, he appeared quite disappointed.
He had originally planned to take Miao Xiaomiao to the movies that evening and then express his feelings to her. However, when they arrived outside the supply and marketing cooperative, he noticed that Miao Xiaomiao and another man were behaving somewhat strangely.
At first, Wei Hua thought that this might be Miao Xiaomiao's older brother or a relative. But after watching them chat for several minutes, Wei Hua felt that something was wrong. He used his spatial abilities to check and realized that he had been completely deluding himself.
This was a fact that Wei Hua found hard to accept for a while. He had originally thought that he, having transmigrated, would become the protagonist of this world.
Now I realize I was completely arrogant. The man who was in contact with Miao Xiaomiao, while not as handsome as me, was far superior in other aspects, at least in the eyes of others.
The other party was not only wearing a Zhongshan suit, but also a watch and gold-rimmed glasses; his demeanor suggested he was no ordinary person.
Wei Hua didn't blame Miao Xiaomiao for choosing this man. Because Miao Xiaomiao had nothing to do with her.
He was indeed pursuing Miao Xiaomiao, but Miao Xiaomiao was not obligated to agree to his advances. Miao Xiaomiao also had the right to pursue her own happiness.
The story is absurd, but reality is cruel. Just because He Yushui pursued him, does that mean he has to accept her?
Just as Wei Hua was about to turn and leave, the man wearing gold-rimmed glasses noticed him. Then he took Miao Xiaomiao's hand and walked over.
"You must be the man Xiao Miao was talking about! Let me introduce myself. My name is Zhong Yi, and I'm an editor at Xinhua News Agency. I'm also a freelance writer."
"I heard you work as a fitter in a steel rolling mill. When you have time, could you share your work experience and observations with me? I'm thinking of writing an article about workers, and I think your steel rolling mill is a great example."
Hearing the man's words, Wei Hua felt an urge to punch him. Despite the man's polite manner, his words were full of provocation and contempt.
Even Miao Xiaomiao, who was standing nearby, sensed the tension between the two sides. To prevent them from fighting, Miao Xiaomiao immediately pulled Zhong Yi away.
Compared to Wei Hua, Miao Xiaomiao favors Zhong Yi more. Although Zhong Yi is less attractive than Wei Hua, her background and family circumstances are far superior. Moreover, Zhong Yi's literary skills are also much better than Wei Hua's.
Miao Xiaomiao pulled Zhong Yi away from the supply and marketing cooperative to avoid them arguing. If they did argue, it would affect her reputation to some extent.
Finally seeing Miao Xiaomiao holding his hand, Zhong Yi completely ignored Wei Hua. What could be more interesting than toying with an innocent young girl?
Watching them leave chatting and laughing, Wei Hua went home alone. Before going home, Wei Hua bought a bottle of wine.
Upon returning to the courtyard house, he immediately retreated into his private space and started enjoying hot pot all by himself. While eating delicious food and drinking fine wine, Wei Hua quickly forgot about everything else.
A week later, Wei Hua suddenly smiled, a truly joyful smile. The system's voice echoed in his mind once more.
Wei Hua had thought he and Zhong Yi would never have any more contact, but who knew that Zhong Yi would want to take revenge on him? At this moment, Wei Hua realized that he had been too conservative.
Since I already have my own system, why should I be cautious? I'm not afraid of being schemed against. Anyone who schemes against me will face retribution.
Looking at the rewards Zhong Yi had revealed, Wei Hua fell into deep thought. He could understand the other rewards, but this marriage certificate surprised him.
Just as Wei Hua finished reading the contents of the marriage certificate, the comrades from the neighborhood committee led a young woman into the courtyard.
When Wei Hua saw the girl in front of him who looked almost exactly like Gao Yuanyuan from his previous life, his eyes lit up. Yang Tao was even prettier, younger, and had a better figure than Gao Yuanyuan from his previous life.
With such a beautiful girl, who needs Miao Xiaomiao? Men don't fall in love at first sight; it's just lust.
"Comrade Weihua, a young woman carrying a bundle has come to us, saying she is your fiancée. We would like to confirm this with you."
"Comrades, thank you for bringing her here. I do have a marriage contract with her, but it was signed when we were children, so I almost forgot about it after so long."
"Since that's the case, then Comrade Yang Tao will stay at your house for now, and you two should get your marriage certificate done as soon as possible."
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