Courtyard House: The Chef's Intelligence System

After the Jia family renovated their house, Jia Zhangshi couldn't wait to start asking matchmakers to introduce potential partners to her son.

Several matchmakers heard about this and even went to the Jia family's house to take a look.

The newly painted walls, the newly built kang (heated brick bed), the brand-new tables, chairs and benches, plus the small kitchen outside—goodness, everything is just wonderful!

Seeing the change in the matchmakers' eyes, Jia Zhangshi couldn't help but feel proud, boasting that the Jia family used to be a prominent and wealthy family!

The matchmakers rolled their eyes upon hearing this. They were all neighbors from the neighborhood; how could they not know what kind of family the Jia family was like?

New residents might be fooled by Jia Zhangshi, but what about the old residents?

Old Jia used to be a sedan chair carrier for deaf old ladies, while you, Zhang Xiaohua, were just a maid.

"A wealthy family? Who the hell are you bragging to..."

However, none of the matchmakers exposed Jia Zhangshi's true colors. She did whatever made her happy, and bragging wasn't illegal.

Now that the Jia family's house has been repaired, these are the conditions that have been presented.

It's a fact that Jia Dongxu earns 18 yuan a month; there's no way to fake that.

Income is a major weakness; it can't be hidden no matter how hard you try.

This is the capital city; 18 yuan is more than enough for the mother and child to spend as they please. But we can't just look at the present; we also have to consider the future.

It won't be long before Jia Dongxu's apprenticeship is officially recognized, and he'll be earning 27 yuan a month, making him a promising prospect.

This gave a matchmaker an idea. This matchmaker's surname was Qin, and she had a cousin in the countryside.

She went back home for the Chinese New Year, and wow, her cousin's daughter was absolutely gorgeous!

During the Chinese New Year, her cousin also asked her for help, saying that his daughter, given her circumstances, had to marry someone from the city, and asked her to help find a good family for her.

She was naturally more than willing, and even instructed her cousin not to marry their daughter off to anyone before receiving news of her.

Qin Huairu was naturally happy; what young man in the surrounding area wouldn't be confused by him?

But she wanted to marry into the city; she had been to the city before.

Having witnessed the city's prosperity, Qin Huairu had no interest in farming in the countryside anymore. Screw that!

Just like in later generations, a woman who has been won over by a high-quality man can drive luxury cars and use designer brands, and never have to worry about money.

But after the high-quality man leaves, do you think this woman can still remain calm?

The answer is no. Maybe she can find another high-quality man, or she'll be left single!

It's not wrong to pursue what you want, and there's nothing wrong with material things, but it's best if you get what you want through your own efforts, otherwise, if your foundation is unstable, you're prone to crashing!

Money acquired through unscrupulous means will never be as satisfying or reassuring as money earned honestly!

It's always best to be down-to-earth!

The matchmaker, Qin, recounted Qin Huairu's family background.

Both the Jia family mother and son, as well as Yi Zhonghai, couldn't help but frown.

Country folk?

Jia Zhangshi immediately frowned:

"Hey girl, isn't a country girl a bad match for our Dongxu?"

Upon hearing this, the matchmaker Qin was displeased and immediately unleashed her full power:

"Big sister, since you've put it this way, I won't hold back anymore."

"How many girls has your Dongxu gone on dates with before?"

"His reputation is ruined. If those girls hear that Jia Dongxu has been on so many dates and none of them have worked out, why would they come to him?"

"Hearing this, I wish I had two more legs and ran away as fast as I could. Who would want to come and go on a blind date with you!"

"Let's talk about your house. Although it's been renovated, it's still two rooms."

"If Li Jiuzhou from the front yard didn't have a girlfriend, and if Zhuzi from the middle yard weren't too young, I wouldn't have introduced my niece to your family."

The matchmaker, Qin, said a lot, leaving no room for embarrassment whatsoever.

Madam Jia's face looked very unpleasant.

Jia Dongxu wasn't much better off; he was in no good mood no matter how much people talked about him.

Seeing that the Jia family mother and son looked unwell, the matchmaker Qin resorted to her trump card, pulling out a photograph from her pocket:

"Dongxu, take a look at Huairu's photo first. If you're satisfied, I'll bring her to the hospital in a few days. If you're not, pretend I didn't come today."

Jia Dongxu took the photo and glanced at it. His heart started pounding.

He thought to himself, "My goodness, this girl is so beautiful!"

Jia Zhangshi and Yi Zhonghai also came over to take a look and both felt that there was nothing wrong with the photo.

Seeing their expressions soften, the matchmaker smiled and said:

"Let me tell you, Huai Ru is a girl who can handle everything at home; there's nothing she can't do."

"With a big bottom and plenty of food, if Dongxu marries Sister Huairu, you can expect to be holding your grandson next year!"

Hearing the matchmaker Qin say this, Jia Zhangshi was immediately delighted; the bright future was something she could dream about.

Especially her eldest grandson, she dreams about him all the time!

"Dongxu, what do you mean?" Jia Zhangshi asked.

Jia Dongxu did not hesitate:

"Mom, I think it's a good idea. Let's meet in a few days!"

Seeing her son say this, Jia Zhangshi said:

"Alright, young lady, please bring Miss Huairu over on your day off. I'll prepare the meal properly."

Madam Jia thought it was worth a look, to see what kind of person Qin Huairu was that made Qin the matchmaker so recommend her, praising her like a fairy.

So everyone in the courtyard knew that Jia Dongxu was going on another blind date on the next day off, and that his date was supposedly a country girl who looked like a fairy.

Of course, it was Jia Zhangshi who said it; she couldn't hold back and wanted to go out and brag a little.

The women in the courtyard scoffed at this, saying, "What fairy? What can a village girl be, no matter how pretty she is?"

And Li Jiuzhou's girlfriend is pretty?

They didn't say that, as it would easily offend Jia Zhangshi. They could simply slap Jia Zhangshi in the face when the young lady came to visit.

Li Jiuzhou was resting in the kitchen of Fengzeyuan, drinking tea and smoking while looking at the five thousand years of Chinese history.

It's as comfortable as it gets.

Just then, a notification sounded in my mind.

Dear host, Dog Seven has gathered some intelligence. Would you like to review it?

Li Jiuzhou was engrossed in reading a history book when he blurted out, "Check it out."

"Three days later, the absolute female lead of Love in the Courtyard will be online and go on a blind date with Jia Dongxu."

"Host, do you wish to intercept?"

"Hehehe..." Li Jiuzhou laughed. What the hell was he trying to steal? He already had Bingbing.

Thirteenth Aunt is nice, but not as fragrant as Bingbing!

He would be willing to accept them all if he could, but it's clearly impossible.

He doesn't have the ability, and society doesn't allow him to practice polygamy, unless he wants to die.

Of course, he can have affairs, as long as he doesn't get caught.

Thirteen Auntie, who wasn't the first to have sex, isn't appealing at all.

Li Jiuzhou was unwilling to engage in promiscuous relationships in this era; if he didn't handle it well, he would really be in trouble.

Thinking of this, Li Jiuzhou silently replied in his mind:

"I won't snatch it; whoever wants it can have it!"

"Received, Dog Seven!"

On the way home, Sha Zhu was very interested in Jia Dongxu's blind date and said he would wait at his doorstep that day.

He wanted to see just how pretty this girl was!

Li Jiuzhou just listened without saying much; he was also curious to see how Shazhu would react.