Courtyard House: Inheriting the Restaurant, the Jia Family Wants to Get It for Free

"You silly child,"

"Don't be so impulsive in the future."

"You're in the right today, but what if you make a mistake someday and someone catches you red-handed? Then everything you have will be over."

Officer Wang sighed and said earnestly.

She was genuinely trying to remind Cheng Shuhai.

She admired this young man; he was capable, decisive, and knew how to take care of his younger sister. She didn't want him to go astray because of his ruthless actions.

"Thank you for reminding me, Officer Wang. I've got it."

Cheng Shuhai nodded, his attitude very sincere.

He knew that Officer Wang was doing this for his own good.

Seeing that he had taken the advice to heart, Officer Wang nodded in satisfaction.

Then, her face hardened, and she waved to the police officers behind her.

"Take Liu Haizhong away! Bring him back to the station for a thorough interrogation!"

"yes!"

Two police officers stepped forward, one on each side, and lifted up Liu Haizhong, who was still dazed on the ground, and dragged him out of the courtyard like a dead dog.

Liu Haizhong didn't even realize what was happening until he was dragged out of the hospital.

With the departure of the police and Liu Haizhong, this farce that began in the evening finally came to an end.

The neighbors in the courtyard also dispersed in twos and threes.

But everyone was excited because today's gossip was so explosive, and people kept glancing in the direction of Yi Zhonghai's house.

Everyone is curious about what choice Tam Chiu-ti will make next.

............

Yi Zhonghai's home.

The room was dark, with the lights off.

Tan Zhaodi sat alone on the edge of the bed, staring blankly at the ground. Her tears had all dried up, leaving only a numb expression on her face.

The words of those people in the courtyard kept echoing in her mind.

"Congenital stunted growth..."

"I'll never be able to have children in this lifetime..."

"So it was because Yi Zhonghai himself wasn't good enough..."

The thought of this caused her repeated, sharp pains in her heart.

All the grievances and self-blame of the past years have become a joke at this moment.

She felt like a fool, the biggest fool in the world.

"Squeak!"

The door was pushed open.

The deaf old lady walked in, leaning on her cane.

She looked at the distraught Tan Zhaodi, a glint of light flashing in her cloudy eyes.

"Zhao Di."

The deaf old lady walked to the bedside, sat down next to Tan Zhaodi, sighed, and patted the back of her hand.

I know you're feeling wronged.

Tan Zhaodi stiffened for a moment, then remained silent.

"Old Yi was in the wrong in this matter."

"He kept it from you for so many years, causing you so much suffering. Anyone would find it unbearable."

The deaf old woman spoke very softly, with a hint of reassurance.

She first went along with Tan Zhaodi's words, shifting all the blame onto Yi Zhonghai to gain Tan Zhaodi's approval.

Sure enough, upon hearing this, Tan Zhaodi's shoulders began to tremble slightly, and suppressed sobs once again escaped from her throat.

Seeing that there was hope, the deaf old woman continued, "But Zhao Di, have you ever thought about it? Old Yi... he's suffering too."

"He probably only realized his impotence later on, and what could a grown man do with such an unspeakable problem?"

"If he were to tell the truth, would he ever be able to hold his head up in the factory or in the yard? His life would be completely ruined!"

"It's wrong of him to keep it from you!"

The deaf old lady began to persuade her.

Tan Zhaodi didn't speak at this moment, but instead focused her gaze on the deaf old lady.

"Think about it," the deaf old woman pressed, "how has Lao Yi treated you all these years?"

"How many men in this compound beat their wives when they're drunk? Has Lao Yi ever laid a finger on you?"

"He's given you everything you need, from food to drink, and all these years, has his love been fake? Is this affection fake?"

Tan Zhaodi's mind began to uncontrollably replay every detail of her life with Yi Zhonghai.

Indeed, aside from having children, Yi Zhonghai was impeccable in every other respect towards her.

The overwhelming hatred in her heart began to waver slowly.

Seeing the change in her expression, the deaf old woman immediately changed the subject and began to talk about practical issues.

"Zhao Di, I know you're furious right now, thinking about running away or divorcing him."

"But if you leave, where can you go?"

"To put it bluntly, but realistically, without him, you'd have trouble even eating and drinking in the future!"

These words were like a bucket of ice water poured over Tan Zhaodi's head.

Yes.

divorce?

It's easier said than done!

She had neither a job nor a place to live; without Yi Zhonghai, even survival would be a problem for her.

The harsh reality brought her to her senses instantly.

"Then... what should I do...?"

Tan Zhaodi was completely disoriented and asked in a tearful voice.

She now completely regards the deaf old lady as an elder she can rely on.

"Silly child." The deaf old woman had achieved her goal. She patted Tan Zhaodi's hand kindly. "Life must go on as usual."

"Old Yi is in such a bad situation right now because of that little bastard Cheng Shuhai, that's exactly when he needs you."

"Think about it, he's completely ruined now. From now on, he can only rely on you."

The deaf old lady gently patted Tan Zhaodi's hand.

"And after feeling so guilty this time, won't you be the one calling the shots in this family from now on?"

"He feels guilty and will treat you even better from now on, treating you like royalty."

"Once he's promoted to senior fitter and earns a higher salary, you can adopt a child, and life will be better again, won't it?"

The deaf old lady painted a beautiful picture for her.

First, he showed her his power, making her realize the cruelty of reality.

Then, entice her with benefits, letting her see hope for the future.

After this series of combined attacks, Tan Zhaodi's last bit of resistance was completely worn away.

All she can think about now are the words the deaf old woman said.

Yes, Yi Zhonghai will have to rely on me from now on.

From now on, I'll be in charge of this family.

He feels guilty, so he will definitely treat me better.

Thinking of this, Tan Zhaodi's heart gradually calmed down.

She wiped away her tears, nodded gratefully to the deaf old woman, and said, "Thank you, ma'am, I know what to do."

As the deaf old woman looked at her eyes, which had become compliant again, a barely perceptible hint of smugness flashed in her cloudy eyes.

nailed it.

Her hopes for retirement are now secure.

As for Cheng Shuhai...

The deaf old woman's eyes instantly turned cold.

That little beast ruined her entire plan and caused Yi Zhonghai such a terrible situation.

She'll remember this debt!

A gentleman takes his revenge, even after ten years.

I, this old woman, have plenty of time to slowly wear you down!