Siheyuan: Start with a big car

Yan Jiecheng snorted coldly and said, "Yan Jiekuang, what are you thinking about? What three hundred yuan? Not a cent! Get out of here!"

Are you kidding? He doesn't even have 300 yuan in total now, how could he possibly give it to Yan Jiekuang?

Yan Jiekuang said coldly: "Yan Jiecheng, this is my money, I need you to pay it back now! If you don't give it to me, don't blame me for being rude!"

Yan Jiecheng folded his arms, looked at Yan Jiekuang calmly, and said: "Oh, Yan Jiekuang, you have really grown up. You dare to bar your teeth in front of me! Let me tell you, I just won't give it to you, what can you do?"

You have to know that Yan Jiecheng has been his older brother since he was young, and Yan Jiekuang always listens to whatever he says.

Now seeing that Yan Jiekuang dared to confront him, Yan Jiecheng felt as if he was insulted.

Yan Jiekuang didn't expect Yan Jiecheng to be so unreasonable. He gritted his teeth and said, "Yan Jiecheng, I'll give you one last chance. If you are willing to give me the money, then we'll forget about it. If you don't, don't blame me for being rude."

"I want to see what you can do?"

Yan Jiecheng thought he had Yan Jiekuang in his hands and didn't take Yan Jiekuang seriously at all.

Yan Jiekuang gritted his teeth and shouted, "Neighbors, come and take a look! Now the people in the Yan family have become scoundrels!"

The neighbors in the compound had heard the quarrel between the two, but they thought it was a family matter and did not want to get involved. At this time, Yi Zhonghai, who had been hiding nearby, came out and shouted, "Neighbors, this is not a private matter! If you don't help, other neighbors will not help you if you have any problems in the future!"

These words directly hit the neighbors' soft spot, and everyone came out.

Yan Jiekuang was delighted and quickly told his neighbors about his grievances.

"If you ask me, it's Yan Jiecheng who is being unreasonable this time! In any case, Yan Jiekuang has made such a great contribution to this family, so how can we not give him some of the money when we divide it?"

"Yes, that's several hundred dollars, all of which was embezzled by Yan Jiecheng!"

"If everyone is like Yan Jiecheng, what reputation will our compound have?"

Hearing the residents' discussion, Yan Jiecheng panicked and quickly explained: "Everyone, I am the boss of the Yan family, and I have the final say in this matter!"

Yi Zhonghai snorted coldly: "Yan Jiecheng, what you said is not right! You are indeed the boss, but you have to be reasonable in everything. As the boss, you should be more responsible, otherwise how can you make the younger brothers and sisters obey you?"

How could Yan Jiecheng be a match for Yi Zhonghai?

After a few words, he was speechless. He wanted to take action, but seeing Sha Zhu standing next to him, he didn't dare to move at all.

At this time, several old neighbors in the compound found the third uncle and said, "Third uncle, we know you are frugal, but you can't just do whatever you want when it comes to dividing the property with Yan Jiekuang. After all, even if Yan Jiekuang divides the property, he is still your son. If things get badly tangled because of this, and you become enemies in the future, do you think it's appropriate?"

The uncle wanted to explain, but the aunt advised him: "Old man, listen to your neighbors. Harmony is the most important thing in family affairs."

Seeing this, the third uncle could only sigh: "Okay, I agree to give some money to Yan Jiekuang, but you also know that the family has no money for the time being."

Yi Zhonghai walked in and said with a smile: "If you don't have money, you can write an IOU! These old neighbors and I can act as middlemen."

Hearing this, the uncle was so angry that he almost fainted, but he finally nodded and wrote a note. Yi Zhonghai and several neighbors signed it.

Although Yan Jiekuang did not get the cash, he had the IOU and could collect the money at any time, which achieved his goal. Yan Jiecheng lost a large amount of property for no reason and was so angry that he gnashed his teeth.

"Yan Jiekuang, since the family has been divided, you are no longer a member of this family. Leave now!"

After saying this, Yan Jiecheng began to pack up Yan Jiekuang's things and wanted to drive him away. Yan Jiekuang then realized a serious problem - he had nowhere to go now!
Of course, Yan Jiekuang could live in the dormitory of the steel mill, but the environment was very poor. Yi Zhonghai smiled and said, "Yan Jiekuang, don't forget that you are also an employee of the steel mill! Logically, the factory should give you a room."

Yan Jiekuang frowned and said, "Master Yi Zhonghai, you know that the housing allocation in the factory has been very tight in recent years. Not to mention me, some old masters didn't get one."

Yi Zhonghai smiled mysteriously: "Yan Jiekuang, I happen to be an old acquaintance of Director Chen of the Housing Management Section. If I come forward, he will definitely give me face."

Hearing this, Yan Jiekuang's eyes lit up: "Master Yi Zhonghai, if you can help me, I would be very grateful!"

Yi Zhonghai looked at Yan Jiekuang and smiled proudly - he believed that it would not be long before Yan Jiekuang would really become his "son".

Yan Jiekuang was thinking about the room allocation, and before he could rest, he urged Yi Zhonghai. Yi Zhonghai said, "Yan Jiekuang, remember, it costs money to ask others for help."

Yan Jiekuang smiled awkwardly: "Master Yi Zhonghai, this doesn't seem right, does it?"

You know, Yan Jiekuang was educated by his third uncle. As an old teacher, his third uncle usually taught him to be an honest person and do things in accordance with the rules, and never taught him these "evil ways".

Yi Zhonghai patted Yan Jiekuang on the shoulder and said, "You are too young! Even if there are vacancies in the factory, who will the leaders give it to? It must be someone with good connections! How do you build connections? Of course, give gifts!"

Yan Jiekuang thought about it carefully and felt that it made sense, but he added: "But some leaders don't accept gifts! Take Director Chen of the Housing Management Section for example. I have asked around and he is an upright person. When someone gave him two fish, he simply kicked the person out."

Yi Zhonghai laughed loudly: "Yan Jiekuang, you are stupid! How can a leader like two fishes?"

"But I don't have any valuable gifts. After all, I haven't received the money yet."

Yi Zhonghai said proudly: "Giving gifts is a technical job, and most people can't learn it! In view of our special relationship, I will teach you!"

Yan Jiekuang knew that Yi Zhonghai wanted to teach him the "way of dealing with the world", so he quickly said: "Master Yi Zhonghai, thank you so much!"

Yi Zhonghai smiled and said, "Before you called me 'Master', I didn't mind it; now I want to teach you something so important, and you still call me 'Master', isn't that inappropriate?"

Yan Jiekuang is not stupid. He knows clearly the purpose of Yi Zhonghai helping him—to make him his "son who will take care of him in his old age".

Of course he refused before, after all, he had a biological father.

But now it is different. He has split up his family and was "expelled from his master's school", and he is in urgent need of help. Yi Zhonghai has a wide network of contacts in the steel mill and is experienced in handling affairs. With his help, he may become a leader in the future.

Thinking of this, Yan Jiekuang gritted his teeth and said, "Uncle Yi Zhonghai, from now on, I am your nephew!"

Yi Zhonghai was not very satisfied with the title of "uncle", but he was not in a hurry.

People's bottom line is broken slowly. He believes that as long as Yan Jiekuang accepts his help, it is only a matter of time before he becomes his "own son".

"Good nephew! Since you call me uncle, I will definitely help you with this matter! Come with me today and see what I can do!"

Then Yi Zhonghai took Yan Jiekuang to the Trust Store. Yan Jiekuang was very surprised: "Uncle Yi Zhonghai, why are we here? All the things sold here are second-hand goods."

Yi Zhonghai shook his finger and said, "Yan Jiekuang, you don't understand, do you? When giving gifts, you have to cater to the person's preferences, so that you can get twice the result with half the effort! Director Chen is an upright person, but he has a hobby - he likes antiques."

Yan Jiekuang's eyes lit up instantly - for the first time, he felt that following Yi Zhonghai might really help him have a bright future.

Afterwards, Yi Zhonghai picked an antique plate and asked Yan Jiekuang to find some soil and plant a peony in it. Yan Jiekuang was puzzled: "Uncle Yi, didn't you say that Director Chen likes antiques? Why did you give him a pot of flowers?"

Yi Zhonghai laughed: "This antique plate is worth 10 yuan! If I give it to you directly, will Director Chen accept it?"

Yan Jiekuang shook his head: "Definitely not." "But giving this pot of flowers is different - outsiders will see this as just an ordinary pot of flowers, not worth much!"

Yan Jiekuang suddenly realized and nodded quickly.

In order to show off his abilities in front of Yan Jiekuang, Yi Zhonghai took him to Director Chen's house without stopping.

Director Chen opened the door and saw Yi Zhonghai, and frowned on the spot: "Yi Zhonghai, why are you here?"

Yi Zhonghai smiled and said, "Director Chen, I know you may have misunderstood me, but we worked together before, and it was me who used my connections to help you settle that matter."

Hearing this, Director Chen's face suddenly changed.
He once made a small mistake, and Yi Zhonghai helped him cover it up through the relationship with the deaf old lady.

Although it was just a small favor, it can even be said that if Yi Zhonghai hadn't helped back then, it would have been enough to solve the problem.

But if they help, then they help.

Director Chen has been in the department for so many years, he must understand this.

Yi Zhonghai brought this up at this time as a secret reminder: if you don't remember their friendship and drive the person away, he will expose the matter to the public.

Director Chen thought about it and decided to open the door and let the two in. Yi Zhonghai winked at Yan Jiekuang, who immediately handed over the flower pot.

Seeing the flower pot, Director Chen frowned: "Yi Zhonghai, why did you give me the flower pot?"

Yi Zhonghai smiled and said, "This flower pot is not ordinary. You will understand if you take a closer look."

Director Chen took the flowerpot and quickly discovered the clue. His eyes widened and he touched the plate. He instantly realized that the plate was very expensive.

"Oh, this flowerpot is so elegant! Old lady, quickly put the flowers away, this is a gift from Yi Zhonghai!"

After the flower pots were placed, Director Chen looked at Yi Zhonghai and said, "Why did you bring this young man here?"

Yi Zhonghai smiled and said, "This young man is Yan Jiekuang, he is very good, but he is in trouble now - he just separated from his family and needs a room."

Director Chen frowned and said, "Yi Zhonghai, you know, there is a shortage of houses in Beijing now, and the factory hasn't distributed houses for a long time."

Yi Zhonghai laughed twice: "Of course I know, that's why I came to ask you! Don't worry, you helped me this time, if you have any problems in the future, just ask me!"

Director Chen's face changed, he looked at the flower pot again, and suddenly laughed, "Look at my memory! There is another room in your compound!"

After hearing this, Yan Jiekuang frowned: "Are you talking about the room that has not been occupied for a long time? I heard that... that room seems to be not clean."

Director Chen suddenly laughed: "Why are young people so superstitious? That room is the largest in the compound, but the old worker who lived there before passed away, so the residents spread rumors. If you don't dare to live there, then wait a little longer."

Yi Zhonghai glanced at Yan Jiekuang and said, "Yan Jiekuang, I have seen many storms. Those claims of being 'unclean' are all groundless and cannot be taken seriously!"

Yan Jiekuang already trusted Yi Zhonghai very much at this time, and nodded quickly: "Director Chen, I will listen to you and take that room!"

Director Chen nodded with satisfaction.

The news that Yan Jiekuang was going to move into the "unclean" house spread quickly. When Auntie No. 3 heard about it, she quickly found him and asked, "Yan Jiekuang, what are you doing? Don't you know there's something wrong with that house?"

Yan Jiekuang waved his hands at the three aunts: "This is my own business. It has nothing to do with you."

The third uncle was also paying attention to this matter. Although he thought Yan Jiekuang was a worthless person, he was his son after all.

The third uncle persuaded him, "Yan Jiekuang, if you really have no place to live, you can stay at home temporarily. I will definitely not chase you away."

The Third Master had good intentions, but Yan Jiekuang did not appreciate it. He waved his hand and said, "No need. I can handle my own affairs myself."

After saying that, Yan Jiekuang turned and left.

The third uncle frowned as he looked at his back: "I think this kid must have been fooled by Yi Zhonghai."

The third aunt sighed and said, "Old man, I think we can't take this matter lightly. Let me put it this way, if there is a chance, we should find a way to explain it clearly to Yan Jiekuang and clear up the misunderstanding."

The third uncle nodded and said, "This is the only way."

Afterwards, Yan Jiekuang moved directly into the dilapidated house.

Yi Zhonghai seemed particularly active. He not only helped him move, but also helped him clean.

When the residents in the compound saw him like this, they all knew that he had ulterior motives, but considering that the matter had nothing to do with them, everyone just pretended not to see anything.

In the evening, the residents in the compound took a walk in the compound after dinner.

After washing the dishes, the third aunt wiped her hands, walked over, holding a sheet and was about to go out the door.

When the third uncle saw the third aunt's look, he frowned and asked, "Old woman, what are you going to do?"

The third aunt pointed outside the door and said, "Our Yan Jiekuang just moved today. He forgot his bed sheet at home. I'm going to take it to him now."

Hearing this, the third uncle became angry and stood up and snatched the sheet away.

"I forgot it at home. This is our bed sheet. Now that he has separated from our family, it is no longer his."

"Hey, old man, what are you doing? Yan Jiekuang is still our son?" The third aunt didn't understand.

The third uncle snorted coldly and said, "I finally understand. Yan Jiekuang is just like Bang Geng, an ungrateful person. Why did we raise him to this age for nothing?"

"Didn't you say last time that you wanted to explain everything to Yan Jiekuang?"

"What's there to explain? Do I, as an elder, need to explain it to him?" The third uncle frowned.

Seeing this situation, the three aunts sighed helplessly.

At this time, Yan Jiecheng came over and said with a smile: "Dad, Mom, what's there to quarrel about? Even if Yan Jiekuang is gone, don't I still have me? Don't worry, I will take care of you two in your old age."

At the beginning, Yanjian City was also angry about Yan Jiekuang's affairs.

But he soon realized that after Yan Jiekuang left the family, both his uncle and aunt would pay more attention to him.

His spring will come. (End of this chapter)