Siheyuan: Start with a big car

"Does he like me?"

"Does he want to propose to me?"

Following behind Li Yuanchao, Zhang Qian's heart was beating fast. Her cheeks were flushed, her eyes were full of shyness and expectation, and all kinds of thoughts were rushing through her mind.

Li Yuanchao led Zhang Qian towards the compound with brisk and confident steps.

When he reached the gate of the compound, he straightened his back deliberately to show off to Zhang Qian and nodded slightly to the guard at the gate.

Seeing this, the guards immediately stood tall and saluted Li Yuanchao with a standard military salute.

Li Yuanchao turned to look at Zhang Qian, with a smug smile on his face, and began to brag: "See? Our children from the compound are very famous in this area. This guard salute is not a privilege that everyone can have. Here, everyone has to follow the rules, and the children from the compound have the responsibility to maintain these rules, so they are naturally respected."

He gestured as he spoke, his words filled with pride.

Zhang Qian couldn't help but reveal admiration in her eyes as she listened to Li Yuanchao's words.

She had always admired Li Yuanchao's status, and now that she had witnessed this scene, she had a better impression of him. She bit her lips lightly and said with a little admiration: "Yuanchao, the children of your compound are really amazing."

Li Yuanchao looked at Zhang Qian's admiring expression, feeling more and more proud, and led her into the courtyard.

He continued to talk endlessly about all kinds of interesting things and rules in the compound, as if he wanted to show all the glory he had in front of Zhang Qian, trying to make her more deeply involved.

Guard Xiao Liu looked at the two men's backs, curled his lips secretly, and muttered quietly: "Zhong Yuemin is a guy who knows how to show off."

In fact, everyone in the compound knew that although Zhong Yuemin's father had a high status, he did not have any power.

This point is also reflected in the original novel, otherwise Zhong Yuemin would not have ended up in such a miserable state.

Zhong Yuemin brought Zhang Qian home and opened the door to find that his parents were not at home. The house was very quiet. He showed a little bit of hidden joy on his face and led Zhang Qian to pace around the house. He first came to the record player, gently opened the cover of the record player, and ran his fingers over the records, introducing the origins of various records. Then he pointed to the TV and said proudly: "This TV is a rare thing. Not many families can have it."

Zhang Qian was attracted by these novel objects in the house, with curiosity and amazement in her eyes. She nodded constantly while listening to Zhong Yuemin's introduction, and became more and more envious of Zhong Yuemin's living environment.

Then, Zhong Yuemin took Zhang Qian's hand and led her to the inner room.

Zhong Yuemin looked at Zhang Qian seriously. Zhang Qian's heart instantly rose to her throat and her cheeks were hot. She thought to herself, "Is he going to propose to me?" In this nervous and expectant mood, her eyes were full of shyness and expectation.

Zhong Yuemin cleared his throat and said, "Zhang Qian, I want you to do me a favor."

Before Zhong Yuemin finished speaking, Zhang Qian, who was filled with joy, thought that he was going to say the long-awaited words of marriage proposal, and nodded without hesitation: "Okay, I promise you."

Her heart was beating like a drum, she lowered her head slightly, and her hands unconsciously tugged at the corners of her clothes.
"Zhang Qian, help me seduce someone!"

When Zhang Qian heard Zhong Yuemin's words, she thought she had heard it wrong. She widened her eyes and looked at Zhong Yuemin in disbelief, as if the person standing in front of her was a stranger.

Seeing Zhang Qian's shocked expression, Zhong Yuemin quickly explained, "Don't get me wrong. The man I asked you to seduce is called Li Weidong. As long as you can make him dizzy and make him go to a ballet performance at a specific time, it will be done. This shouldn't be difficult for you, right? You're a ballet dancer, so you have a natural advantage."

Zhang Qian understood what Zhong Yuemin meant, and her expectations instantly turned into anger and disappointment. Her face flushed red, and she trembled with anger. She couldn't help but yelled: "Zhong Yuemin, who do you think I am? I thought... I thought you were sincere to me, but you actually asked me to do this! You disappoint me so much!" As she spoke, her eyes gradually turned red, and her eyes were full of grievance and anger.

Zhong Yuemin was a little panicked. He didn't expect Zhang Qian to react so strongly. He quickly reached out to pull Zhang Qian and explained, "Zhang Qian, don't be angry. This matter is really important to me. As long as it is done, I will definitely not treat you unfairly. Think about it, it won't take much effort for you. Just consider it as a favor."

Zhang Qian shook off Zhong Yuemin's hand, took a step back, looked at him coldly, and said, "Zhong Yuemin, stop talking. I really misjudged you.

Although I, Zhang Qian, come from a poor family, I am not a casual person. I would never do such a thing! "

After that, she turned and walked out the door
Just as she was about to reach the door, Zhong Yuemin's voice sounded coldly behind her: "Zhang Qian, you'd better think it over carefully. If you don't do what I say, I will go to the dance team tomorrow and sue you for having an affair. Do you think you can still stay in the dance team? You will definitely be expelled."

His tone was full of threats and his eyes revealed a hint of ruthlessness.

Zhang Qian's body suddenly froze, as if she was nailed to the spot.

She never thought that Zhong Yuemin would be so despicable as to use such despicable means to threaten her.

Before she could come to her senses, Zhong Yuemin continued, "Also, you have to return all the gifts I gave you over the years, such as beautiful clothes and exquisite jewelry. You don't think you can take them for free, do you?"

Zhang Qian slowly turned around, her eyes full of anger and unwillingness, tears welling up in her eyes, and she said in a trembling voice: "Zhong Yuemin, how can you be so shameless? You gave me those gifts voluntarily, but now you use this to threaten me. Aren't you afraid of retribution?"

Zhong Yuemin was unmoved. He crossed his arms, looked at her coldly, and said, "Don't tell me these big truths. I just want to ask you, do you agree or not?"

Zhang Qian felt a surge of despair in her heart. She knew that with Zhong Yuemin's temper, he might really do those things.

I have finally established myself in the dance team. If I get expelled because of this incident, what will I do with my future life?
Seeing Zhang Qian's wavering expression, Zhong Yuemin knew that the threat had worked, so he struck while the iron was hot and said, "Zhang Qian, as long as you help me complete this task, I promise to marry you immediately.

When you become a daughter-in-law in the compound, who in the dance team will dare to look down on you? Who can still bully you? From now on, you will follow me and enjoy the good life, and you don’t have to worry anymore.”

Zhong Yuemin's words were like a ray of light that suddenly appeared in the darkness, which gave Zhang Qian a glimmer of hope in her desperate heart.

She raised her head and looked at Zhong Yuemin with tears in her eyes, with a conflict in her heart. On the one hand, she hated Zhong Yuemin for asking her to do such a shameful thing; on the other hand, the temptation of becoming a daughter-in-law of the compound and escaping the current predicament was too great.

Thinking of the cold stares and exclusion she had suffered in the dance team over the years because of her background, and thinking that she might be able to live a stable and prestigious life in the compound in the future, Zhang Qian gritted her teeth, but ultimately could not resist the temptation. With a trembling and helpless voice, she slowly said, "Okay... I promise you, but you must keep your word."

When Zhong Yuemin saw Zhang Qian agreed, he immediately showed a satisfied smile on his face. He walked forward and gently held Zhang Qian's hand, vowing: "Don't worry, I, Zhong Yuemin, always keep my word. As long as you get this done, I will marry you in style."

However, Zhang Qian did not see the barely perceptible cunning that flashed across Zhong Yuemin's eyes.

It was already very late at this time, and the lights in the house were dim. Zhong Yuemin looked at Zhang Qian with a lecherous look in his eyes, revealing a malicious intent. He licked his lips and said softly: "Zhang Qian, it's so late, you should stay here."

Zhang Qian frowned slightly, and a trace of panic flashed in her eyes, but she quickly calmed down. She covered her stomach with a painful expression on her face, and made an excuse: "No, Yuemin, I suddenly feel uncomfortable in my stomach. I feel very uncomfortable. I have to go back quickly."

After saying this, without waiting for Zhong Yuemin's response, he turned around hurriedly and walked out the door in a hurry.

Zhang Qian knew very well that if she gave her body to others now, Zhong Yuemin would definitely look down on her.

Zhong Yuemin looked at Zhang Qian's back and spat fiercely. If he hadn't planned to ask Zhang Qian to help him, he would definitely stop Zhang Qian at this time.

Zhang Qian's problem was solved, and Zhong Yuemin came to the outside of the courtyard with his hands behind his back the next day.

He stood at the gate of the courtyard, glancing into the yard from time to time, as if waiting for something. Not long after, Yan Jiecheng walked out of the yard. When Zhong Yuemin saw him, he immediately stepped forward and stretched out his hand to block Yan Jiecheng's way.

Yan Jiecheng was stopped unexpectedly. He looked up and saw that it was Zhong Yuemin. His heart skipped a beat and his face turned pale instantly.

He subconsciously thought that Zhong Yuemin was here to ask for the new energy vehicle ticket. His legs couldn't help but tremble slightly. His voice was filled with fear and flattery. He hurriedly said, "Zhong... Brother Zhong, don't worry. I will definitely find a way. Give me some more time and I will definitely get the ticket for you."

It’s no wonder that Yan Jiecheng was so scared. Ever since he was fired from the sawmill, Yan Jiecheng’s life has become particularly difficult.

If Zhong Yuemin dealt with him again at this time, he would be in big trouble.

Zhong Yuemin looked at Yan Jiecheng's panicked look, waved his hand, and said, "Don't panic, I'm not here to see you today about the new energy vehicle ticket."

Upon hearing this, Yan Jiecheng's tense nerves relaxed a little, and a smile immediately covered his face. He said flatteringly: "Brother Zhong, as long as it's not that thing, it's fine. For other matters, just tell me, I will definitely do it for you!"

Zhong Yuemin nodded with satisfaction, took out a ballet ticket from his pocket, handed it to Yan Jiecheng, and said, "I want you to find a way to give this ticket to Li Weidong."

Yan Jiecheng took the ticket with a puzzled look on his face, and looked at Zhong Yuemin, wondering what Zhong Yuemin was going to do. But he didn't dare to ask more, and just nodded and said, "Okay, Brother Zhong, I'll take care of it."

Seeing this, Zhong Yuemin gave a few more instructions: "Be careful and don't mess this up. Make sure Li Weidong receives the ticket and make sure he feels that it comes naturally. Don't let him get suspicious."

After saying that, Zhong Yuemin turned around and prepared to leave.

At this time, Yan Jiecheng suddenly called him, with a pitiful look on his face, and stammered, "Brother Zhong, you see this is not an easy thing, I have to spend some money running around, right? Can you give me some task funds, not much, just ten yuan will be fine."

Zhong Yuemin was furious when he heard this. He turned around and yelled at Yan Jiecheng, "You kid, you haven't even done anything yet and you're already asking for money! Ten dollars? Why don't you just rob it? You still need money for such a small thing. Don't you want to do it anymore?"

Yan Jiecheng was not a fool. Seeing that Zhong Yuemin went to so much trouble to ask him to do this, he thought that there must be a big purpose behind this ticket.

He rolled his eyes, pretending to be embarrassed, and said, "Brother Zhong, you don't know that I had a very unpleasant quarrel with Li Weidong before, and we had a complete falling out. If I go to his house empty-handed to deliver the tickets now, it will definitely not work, and he will not pay any attention to me at all.

At least you should bring some gifts to ease the relationship a little, right?

But I really have no money in my pocket now, please understand me."

After hearing what Yan Jiecheng said, Zhong Yuemin felt a little troubled.

He knew that what Yan Jiecheng said made some sense, but he really didn't want to let this kid get away with it. After hesitating for a moment, he gritted his teeth and said, "Okay, okay, there's really nothing I can do about you.

I'll just give you five dollars, considering how urgent the matter is. Don't push your luck any further."

As he said this, Zhong Yuemin reluctantly took out five dollars from his pocket and stuffed it into Yan Jiecheng's hand.

Yan Jiecheng took the money and immediately smiled brightly. He nodded and bowed repeatedly, saying, "Thank you, Brother Zhong! Thank you, Brother Zhong! Don't worry, I will definitely get it done for you."

Zhong Yuemin looked at Yan Jiecheng's greedy look and couldn't help but snorted coldly, threatening: "Yan Jiecheng, I'm warning you, if you take this five dollars, you have to do the job well for me.

If you dare to play any tricks, or mess up this matter, you know the consequences. When the time comes, I will make you pay for it!"

When Yan Jiecheng heard this, his smile froze on his face, and he quickly put away the money and said carefully: "Brother Zhong, don't worry, although I, Yan Jiecheng, don't have any great skills, I can still do this.

Just wait for my good news."

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Yan Jiecheng was so happy when he got the money, as if these five dollars could make him own the whole world in an instant. As he walked home, he was thinking about how to keep the money for himself. As for buying a gift for Li Weidong, he had already forgotten about it.

After returning home, Yan Jiecheng went straight into the house and found two salted fish from the pile of miscellaneous items in the corner.

Just as he picked up the salted fish and was about to go out, he was seen by the old man who was correcting homework nearby.

The third uncle put down the pen in his hand, stood up quickly to stop him, his eyes wide open, and shouted angrily: "Yan Jiecheng, what are you doing? I spent a lot of effort to catch this salted fish, is it easy for me? You said take it, what are you going to do?"

Are you kidding? Not to mention that Yan Jiecheng has disappointed him terribly now, even in the past, the third uncle would not be willing to give the fish away.

He is Yan Laoshao! (End of this chapter)