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"Yes!" Jia Zhang nodded in agreement.

Yi Zhonghai lived in the middle courtyard and was not very clear about what happened earlier.

But he was always looking for opportunities to get closer to Nan Yi, however, Nan Yi never walked with him after get off work and even bought a bicycle.

It seems that Nan Yi has everything he needs, which makes Yi Zhonghai a little troubled. How can he get close to Nan Yi?

He is now acting very cautiously, after all, he suffered a loss in the last incident with He Yuzhu.

Nan Yi is not familiar with him. Although he was the one who found the house, it was He Yuzhu who helped plan it in the end. It is not a good thing for him that Nan Yi is close to He Yuzhu.

He also hoped that Nan Yi could take over He Yuzhu's position in the steel mill canteen.

He Yuzhu doesn't live in the compound now, so he won't go against him for now, but in the factory, has he had any contact with Nan Yi? And Ma Feng, why hasn't he made any move yet?

……

Yan Bugui returned home slightly tipsy and handed the leftovers to his wife. The third aunt immediately asked, "How are they doing?"

“Hey, look who introduced them, the two of them get along pretty well.

"Yan Bugui seemed very proud, "I think this matter is almost done, but..."

"What's wrong?" the third aunt asked.

“But I pissed off Yi Zhonghai.

"Yan Bugui curled his lips, "Didn't you see how happy he was when Nan Yi came!"

"Now I introduce my girlfriend to him without Yi Zhonghai's consent. I don't know what he will think when he finds out!" Yan Bugui continued.

"Who cares?" The third aunt said disdainfully, "Yi Zhonghai has such a high salary, and there are only two of us in the family, and we live a comfortable life. What about our family?"

"That's right!" Yan Bugui slapped his thigh, "Yi Zhonghai didn't do anything good for our family. What he thinks is none of our business. We have to take care of our own lives.

"Hehe, if my guess is correct, Nan Yi will come to invite me again later or tomorrow.

" Yan Bugui is full of expectations.

The three aunts became interested and asked, "Why?"

"Just listen to me slowly..." Yan Bugui recounted the incident in detail.

After listening to this, the third aunt nodded approvingly, "Old man, you are really smart. Nan Yi is doing well. If you help our family more in the future, how much money can you save every month?"

After Nan Yi escorted Ran Qiuye back to the compound, he parked his bicycle in front of his door. Considering that the house was close to the street, he usually made sure that the bicycle and the door were locked for safety.

Then, he went straight to the central courtyard and came directly to the door of He Yuzhu's house.

"Master He..."

He Yuzhu came out of the house quickly and asked Nan Yi when he saw her, "Is the blind date over?"

“Just sent her back.

"Nan Yi's face was full of joy.

When He Yuzhu saw this situation, it seemed like good things come in pairs?

"Did it work?" he asked curiously.

"That's about it!" Nan Yi touched his hair subconsciously, "Come to my place, I have something else to ask you.

"Okay, I'll be there right away. You go back first!" He Yuzhu responded.

Nan Yi turned around and went back to the house, while He Yuzhu went into the house to tell Wen Li, then went out again and went to Nan Yi's house.

The old man in the front yard was sleeping. He was a little tipsy after drinking at noon and was planning to conserve his energy and wait for Nan Yi to invite him again.

He Yuzhu passed by the front yard and didn't notice any of this.

When he arrived at Nan Yi's house, Nan Yi had already opened the door to greet him, so He Yuzhu walked straight in.

Nan Yi had already pulled out his box, and when he saw He Yuzhu coming in, he immediately opened it.

“This is the last time I will sell these. Today, Mr. Ran, the teacher I met with on a blind date, is very interested in traditional culture, so I plan to keep them all in the future.

"Nan Yi explained.

He Yuzhu was not surprised by this, as these were Nan Yi's family heirlooms. Although Nan Yi's actions seemed wasteful, it was not a bad idea to keep them.

"OK.

"He Yuzhu then chose a painting, "Let's choose this one.

He is not proficient in calligraphy and painting and does not know how to sign his works, but he now buys huge quantities from commission shops, which requires him to change locations frequently.

He also planned to buy some more in the winter, so the price of two hundred yuan each was not expensive for him.

When He Yuzhu was about to leave, Nan Yi stopped him and said, "Master He, I have a few things I want to ask you.

"Well, go ahead!" He Yuzhu nodded and said, "Sit down and talk.

"Okay!" Nan Yi put the uneaten melon seeds and peanuts on the table, poured tea for He Yuzhu, and the two sat down immediately.

Nan Yi asked: "Is there any secret in this yard?"

"I feel like you usually only interact with the Third Uncle's family, and rarely communicate with other families. Is that right?"

He Yuzhu was stunned. Nan Yi had only been here for a short time, but he had already noticed all this?

No, Nan Yi’s position is too remote, it is impossible for him to have a deep understanding of others. Maybe someone leaked the information to him?

The most likely one is the Third Uncle, and maybe Xu Damao as well.

"Who told you?" He Yuzhu asked, "If you don't tell me, I can't make random guesses. It's not good to talk about others behind their backs.

Nan Yi thought about it, then repeated what Xu Damao and the Third Uncle said.

He Yuzhu nodded slightly, indicating that he understood.

Xu Damao didn't say much, but Third Uncle...

The third uncle might reveal it, but Nan Yi would have to pay the corresponding price.

He Yuzhu felt that it was inappropriate to get involved, especially since the third uncle was willing to speak up, which showed that he valued Nan Yi's identity as a chef.

He Yuzhu usually takes good care of Nan Yi, and the third uncle sees the benefits from it, so his attitude towards Nan Yi is so positive.

As for the interpersonal relationships in the compound, except for Yi Zhonghai's thoughts which were difficult to understand, He Yuzhu had a general idea of ​​the dynamics of other people.

As for Yi Zhonghai, his ideas were obviously out of the ordinary.

It is also unclear what kind of experiences he had that led him to take such action.

He Yuzhu thought for a moment and said, "You'd better ask Uncle San directly about this matter.

When Nan Yi heard that He Yuzhu was unwilling to talk more, he suddenly became anxious.

“Master He, although we have known each other for a long time, I can see that you are a kind-hearted person.

"Nan Yi said: "You are willing to help!"

“Master Nan, I say this for a reason.

"He Yuzhu hurriedly stopped Nan Yi and said, "It is not appropriate for me to tell you this. Yi Zhonghai and I have a grudge against each other, but the third uncle does not.

His words would be more fair.

“I’m not shirking responsibility or afraid of trouble, it’s just that Yi Zhonghai and I don’t get along, and things here are very complicated.

"He Yuzhu added.

"How about this..." He Yuzhu suggested after thinking for a moment, "Invite Uncle San to come over for a drink tonight, and he will definitely tell you the details.

“The Third Uncle has some minor shortcomings, but he is a teacher after all, and he has certain principles.

So it’s best for us in our courtyard to get along well with him.

"After all, you're going to live in the courtyard for a long time, so you have to build good relationships with the masters, right?"

“I think Uncle Three is very suitable.

If you take private work outside, you can give the things you receive directly to him. Because of this little thing, he will tell you everything without reservation.

"Once you have a general understanding of the situation, I will tell you about the conflict between me and Yi Zhonghai, so that you will understand everything. How about that?"

Nan Yi nodded slightly after hearing this, "Well, after all, I went a little too far.

I'd be grateful if you told me!"

“It’s not that serious. I have my own considerations. I can’t live in my father-in-law’s house forever.

"He Yuzhu smiled and said, "I plan to move back when my son is three years old. By then, he can go to kindergarten and won't need anyone to take care of him during the day.

“After living here for a while, I still have to interact with the people in the hospital.

If we have a good relationship, we can be a significant force.

“Don’t underestimate the three masters in the hospital. They have the final say on small matters, but we have nothing to fear from big ones.

Nan Yi felt a little strange. Are the three uncles really that powerful? What are they specifically responsible for?

Nan Yi had never encountered a similar situation before and it was really hard to understand.

When He Yuzhu was about to leave, Nan Yi stopped him again: "Master He, regarding the private work, could you please introduce me to it?"

When He Yuzhu heard this, he understood that Nan Yi was indeed anxious. Since he didn't want to sell his old things, his only source of funds was private work.

“Okay, I’ll mention it when I go to work tomorrow, but this may require the help of other masters.

“He Yuzhu did not refuse, obviously seeing that Nan Yi was eager to get married.

Nan Yi quickly thanked him: "Thank you so much!"

“There will be plenty of opportunities in the future.

"After He Yuzhu finished speaking, he stood up and left, and Nan Yi walked him to the door.

After He Yuzhu left, he calculated that the leftovers at home should be enough to entertain the third uncle in the evening.

Before dinner, Nan Yi invited Yan Bugui again.

Yan Bugui felt refreshed after his nap and went to the banquet in high spirits.

Nan Yi cooked three dishes, took out the half bottle of wine left over from lunch, filled it for Yan Bugui, and then said, "Third Uncle, I really want to ask you for advice today.

“Haha, no rush, take your time, let’s drink and talk.

"Yan Bugui raised his glass," I feel like I have a good relationship with you, so I'm willing to give you some pointers.

Nan Yi secretly smiled in his heart, and at the same time thought that this third uncle was quite interesting.

“I am humbly seeking advice.

"Nan Yi raised his glass and clinked it with Yan Bugui's. They both drank it all in one gulp, then picked up their chopsticks and started eating.

Yan Bugui tasted the food with satisfaction and praised: "Nan Yi, this dish of yours is really unique!"

"Not even close, as long as you like it.

Let’s have a drink together when we have time later.

"Nan Yi then asked: "Third Uncle, does the uncle have any problem?"

"Old Yi has no children, so the issue of providing for his old age has become a major concern for him.

"Nan Yi was not unfamiliar with Yan Bugui's words, as Xu Damao had mentioned them to him before.

Moreover, there is a conflict between Yi Zhonghai and He Yuzhu. This was not only hinted by Xu Damao before, but He Yuzhu himself also revealed some information today.

“He used to have an apprentice, who was Qin Huairu’s husband, but unfortunately he is no longer with us.

"Yan Bugui raised his glass and took a sip," This makes Yi Zhonghai feel very difficult. Now it seems that the most suitable person to take care of him in his old age in this compound is He Yuzhu.

“He Yuzhu’s father is still alive, but he ran away with the widow and has not returned for many years.

"He Yuzhu is considered to have no one to take care of him, but there have been frictions and several conflicts between the two of them..." Yan Bugui explained the relationship between the two in detail. The relationship between them was very cold, and it was almost impossible for He Yuzhu to provide for Yi Zhonghai in his old age.

"You show up at this time, and Old Yi is particularly enthusiastic towards you. What do you think he wants?" Nan Yi was surprised. It turned out that Yi Zhonghai was attracted by his conditions and thought that he was suitable for retirement?

If no one else told him, Nan Yi might not have really noticed this. After all, he had not been here for long. He originally had a good impression of Yi Zhonghai. He thought he was a nice person, warm-hearted, and always emphasized respecting the elderly and uniting neighbors.

Yan Bugui looked at Nan Yi in silence and said with a smile: "Hey, do you understand now?" Then he said: "The old man is an eighth-level fitter, why doesn't he adopt a few children?"

"Who knows what he's thinking?" Yan Bugui shook his head. "When He Yuzhu's father ran away from home, Yi Zhonghai often went to drink with him, but He Yuzhu was only seventeen years old at that time and had a very hot temper.

"When he first moved into the compound, he taught a lot of kids his age a lesson. Can you imagine his temper?"

"His father left without a word, can he let it go so easily?"

"Yi Zhonghai once advised him to go find his father, but guess what happened the next morning?" Yan Bugui asked with interest.

After hearing this, Nan Yi asked curiously, "What happened?"

"Zhu Zi didn't go!" Yan Bugui said happily, "It was a critical period for the public-private partnership of the steel mill, and the rating and assessment was about to be carried out.

If Zhu is gone, not only the rating problem, but even the job position may be affected.

“After a trip, he might not even be able to work as an apprentice.

“When Zhuzi woke up, he realized that if he left, the rating opportunity would be lost.

"Yan Bugui continued.

"So that morning, Yi Zhonghai went to visit again, and when he heard that Zhuzi decided to stay, he immediately became nervous. How do you think he would react?" Nan Yi felt a chill in his heart as he listened. He Yuzhu missed the rating, which meant that his life might be greatly affected.

“Moreover, the inheritance his father left behind when he left included five million in cash, the first set of currency, and grain and vegetable reserves, all of which were kept secret from Zhuzi and his sister.

"Yan Bugui added.

“If he had just left without looking for his father, no one could tell what would have happened to the money and supplies.

' There was a hint of uncertainty in his words.

Nan Yi frowned involuntarily and began to doubt Yi Zhonghai's character.

Yan Bugui continued, "But he has a disciple named Jia Dongxu. Why do you treat Zhuzi like this?"

"If Zhuzi acts on impulse, it's really hard to predict what our future life will be like!"

Nan Yi asked, "What do you think he is planning? After all, doesn't he just want to find a disciple to take care of him in his old age?"

"I'm not sure about this, we can't just guess, right?" Yan Bugui shook his head slightly and suggested, "Come on, let's drink.

"when--"

After the two clinked glasses, Nan Yi drank it all in one gulp. It seemed that the wine seemed a bit bitter to him.

Yan Bugui patted Nan Yi on the shoulder and consoled him, "Don't take it too seriously. After all, you just arrived and he hasn't formally contacted you in the past few days.

Once you really integrate into it, just observe slowly.

"We need to see how he will act. We must always be prepared, especially at the full house meeting.