Courtyard houses: Those who are capable are rewarded, and many children bring many blessings.

"You two, stop overthinking. He's like a mule that's easily swayed. Just go along with him more often, that's better than anything else. With your limited understanding, you think you can make him listen to you? You're dreaming. Also, Xiao Guan, I'm reminding you out of sisterly affection, the boss really dislikes you scheming against him behind his back. You can try the Niu family's rules sometime."

"The Niu family still has family rules?" Zhao Baishe, Guan Meinu, and Zhao Yazhen looked at Lin Yongmei in disbelief.

Lou Xiao'e was also bewildered: "Sister Lin, you're not kidding, are you? How come I didn't know?"

Yes, Lou Xiao'e was with the boss when she was in the north, and she didn't even know that the other women doubted the veracity of Lin Yongmei's words.

Lin Yongmei glanced at them disdainfully: "You think that just because he spoils you at home and has never argued with you, he's definitely a good husband?"

Let me tell you something: I've personally witnessed him kill someone, and he did it with his own hands. Furthermore, I know that he's killed more than one person.

Xiao Guan, don't think that just because your boss spoils you now, you can act recklessly. What if one day he thinks you're disrupting family harmony, or plotting against him behind his back...? You're still too young. You need to learn more from your mother. Xia, let's go."

"My factory is still under construction and can't be left without people, so I'm leaving first." Lou Xiao'e didn't want to get involved in this matter either.

For a while, only Zhao Baishe and her sister, along with Guan Meinu, were left.

"Sigh! Let's not talk about this anymore. Since we've chosen this path, we have to accept our fate. Ah Zhen, let's go too."

Ms. Guan sat motionless on the living room sofa, her expression shifting repeatedly: "Was what I did really wrong?"

Besides, Niu Dazhuang is now a respectable and well-mannered man.

Sitting opposite Lin Ajiao, a big star from Frog Island and one of the two Lins who were favored by Qiong Yao in her previous life.

"Ms. Lin, what I'm about to say is not meant to be disrespectful to you."

Sitting opposite her, Lin Ajiao nodded slightly, indicating that she understood.

"I'm a pretty direct person. I know it's a bit abrupt to ask you such a private personal question on our first meeting, but I'm also a decisive person."

"Mr. Niu, it's an honor to receive your invitation. Your name is not only a household name in Hong Kong Island, but also quite famous in Frog Island. Please feel free to speak your mind."

"I'm that famous, which wasn't my intention. Let's get straight to the point: as far as I know, you don't have a serious boyfriend right now. Have you thought about your own life?"

"Of course I've considered it, but I just haven't found the right one yet."

"Ms. Lin, you're already a very famous star, but you haven't made that much money, have you?"

"Well, Mr. Niu, you're quite direct. Compared to you, we're all beggars."

"So, do you want to continue your career in the entertainment industry, or...?"

"It depends. If my future partner comes from a well-off family and can support me, I might consider leaving the entertainment industry. Mr. Niu, aren't you married yet?"

Niu Dazhuang shook his head. "I not only have a legal wife, but I also have more than a dozen women in my household now."

Lin Ajiao was capable of handling such ups and downs; although she was very disappointed inside, she didn't show it on her face.

"That's how all big bosses are these days, so don't feel embarrassed about it."

"Hehe, Miss Lin, you're so kind. Would you like to come to my house for a visit?"

"That's not really appropriate, considering it's our first meeting!"

Niu Dazhuang held up an index finger. "Since we've come this far, I'll be frank. 100,000 Hong Kong dollars each. If you perform well, there will be extra rewards. In ten years, I'll give you an asset that will allow you to retire comfortably." After saying that, Niu Dazhuang picked up his coffee, took a sip, and waited for the reply from the other side.

Lin Ajiao's character was proven in Niu Dazhuang's previous life; that so-called big brother in the entertainment industry was quite the womanizer.

Lin Ah Jiao retired from the entertainment industry to stay home and raise her children. Although her son wasn't very well-behaved, she didn't have any scandals or get a divorce.

The beautiful woman opposite him blushed slightly. After thinking for a moment, she said, "Mr. Niu, this is so sudden. I wasn't prepared at all. We don't even know each other yet. I think..."

"I know all the dirty stuff in the entertainment industry. I don't care about your past, as long as you don't cheat on me after you're with me."

"I...that's not what I meant. If I agree so hastily, it would be irresponsible to both of us. You might like the me on TV, not necessarily the me in real life. Besides, I don't know anything about you..."

"Heh, you're afraid I'm that bastard Ao Li, aren't you? He married the most beautiful woman on Frog Island, divorced her after only a few months, and then went on to badmouth her in the newspapers..."

"You know that too."

"Don't worry, I'm not that kind of person. If you want to know me, come to my house. You can hear what they have to say. I promise I won't do anything against your will until you agree."

"This isn't a good idea!"

"There's nothing wrong with it. Just think of it as visiting my home. You can leave anytime if you don't want to..." The lack of explicit objection meant tacit agreement.

"It's settled then!" Niu Dazhuang said in an irrefutable tone.

She still had to maintain a semblance of composure: "This...this is way too fast!"

"Hehe, I'm all about efficiency. Otherwise, I'd rather eat... Look at my stinky mouth, it's so uncivilized."

"Mr. Niu is a man of strong character. Everyone has their moments of rudeness! Don't be surprised if I start swearing in the future."

"Hahaha... Ah Jiao, you can call me Old Niu from now on, and you can also call me Dead Old Niu if you're unhappy."

Before leaving the coffee shop, Niu Dazhuang put on a baseball cap, and Lin Ajiao put on a face mask...

After getting into the Audi, the two of them removed their disguises.

Lin Ah Jiao said resentfully, "When I tell people outside the industry, they say I'm being pretentious. They say fame brings trouble, and being a celebrity isn't a good thing at all. I haven't even made much money yet."

"Who says otherwise? I rarely go out these days. You know, a nouveau riche like me, being followed and photographed by tabloid reporters all the time. Is there no other news to tell?"

"Brother Cow... Brother Cow." Just that one sentence from Brother Cow on Frog Island almost made Da Zhuang's bones melt.

Although they are both from Frog Island, Lin's parents were the ones who arrived there earlier, and they all speak with a mainland accent.

Therefore, Lin Da Mei Nu's accent doesn't sound like that of Lin A Jiao, whose family has been born on Frog Island for generations.

Also, when Lin was a teenager, she would come to Hong Kong Island during summer vacation and speak fluent Hokkien.

"What's wrong?"

"Nothing much, I just really enjoy listening to your 'Frog Island' taunts! What do you like?"

"Brother Niu, you're being too enthusiastic! I can't handle it!"

"Haha, you can't handle it anymore, good. Tomorrow, you go out with them and don't skimp on the money, consider it a gift."