You were made to take the blame and go to jail, but you weren't made a master of both medicine

Yao Zhiruo's father passed away from illness at a young age.

She lived with her mother.

When she was in school, she lived in the countryside and only went back to school on weekends.

Since Yao Zhiruo started working, she has brought her mother to the city.

She rented a large single-level apartment in the city.

Qin Ran arrived at the residential area according to the address given by Yao Zhiruo.

After getting out of the car, he opened the trunk and took out the gifts he had bought.

At the same time, Yao Zhiruo learned that Qin Ran had arrived, so she also came to the entrance of the residential area.

"Why did you buy so much stuff?" Yao Zhiruo said with a smile.

"It's my first time here, so I can't come empty-handed. It would be too embarrassing to come to your house empty-handed for a meal."

"That's too formal. Let me help you carry it."

Afterwards, Qin Ran and Yao Zhiruo walked into the residential area side by side.

As Qin Ran walked, she observed the surroundings and remarked, "This neighborhood has a pretty nice environment, and the landscaping is excellent."

"Of course, this is a high-end residential area."

"The rent here must be expensive."

Yao Zhiruo said, "It's quite expensive, it costs 15,000 a month."

Qin Ran's expression was somewhat strange.

A monthly rent of 15,000 yuan is really high for the average office worker.

However, housing prices in Xijing are indeed very high.

This is a prime location, and the property prices here are outrageously high.

Qin Ran asked, "Have you considered moving to another place to live?"

"Renting is expensive all over this area, it's the same everywhere. As for buying a house, I can't afford it," Yao Zhiruo said, pouting.

Qin Ran continued, "I'll give you two choices: neither buy nor rent a house."

"Really? Is there really such a good thing?"

"The first option is for you and your mother to move to the Black Emperor Group's talent apartment. I can help you apply for a larger talent apartment."

"The second option is that I own an empty house where your mother can move in, which will save you on rent. However, that place is a bit far from the Black Emperor Consortium."

The place Qin Ran was referring to was Yumen Pass Villa.

This villa was given to him by Tang Da.

He rarely went there to stay.

If Yao Zhiruo is willing to move in, he can make arrangements.

Yao Zhiruo seemed pleasantly surprised: "Thank you so much! I'll go back and discuss it with my mom."

"Okay, let me know when you've discussed it, and I'll help you make the arrangements."

The two chatted casually for a while and soon arrived at their lodgings.

Yao Zhiruo entered the password and opened the heavy door.

Qin Ran followed him inside.

The interior of this large, single-level apartment is very luxurious.

Wang Meijuan, who was cooking in the kitchen, heard the noise and went to the living room.

"Mom, this is Qin Ran, the high school classmate I told you about."

Qin Ran quickly greeted her, "Hello, Auntie."

"Hello, hello, please sit down. I'll go cook first." Wang Meijuan said and went to the kitchen.

Qin Ran and Yao Zhiruo sat on the sofa and started chatting.

Soon, Wang Meijuan had prepared a table full of food.

She invited the two of them over for a meal.

Upon seeing the large table of dishes, Qin Ran repeatedly praised, "Auntie, the dishes you made are making my mouth water, not to mention the taste."

"Oh, you're so good at talking. I'm just an ordinary housewife, not as good as those chefs. Please make do with this," Wang Meijuan said with a smile.

"You're too kind."

After taking their seats, the three of them ate and chatted.

Qin Ran hadn't had such a warm and cozy meal in a long time.

In fact, he longed for the warmth of a family.

Unfortunately, he has completely broken ties with the Qin family and will never have any contact with them again.

As for his family of origin, Gu Xinrou is still sending people to search for them, but so far there is still no trace of them.

This meal made Qin Ran feel the warmth of family.

He especially longed for an elder in his family.

This is something he could only dream of.

"Qin Ran, I heard from Zhi Ruo that you helped her get a job at the Black Emperor Group?" Wang Meijuan said as she put food into Qin Ran's bowl.

"Yes, I ran into her last time and helped her out."

"Thank you so much. If it weren't for you, my Zhiruo wouldn't have been able to get into such a good company."

Qin Ran smiled but didn't say anything.

Wang Meijuan's cooking suited his taste perfectly.

He ate with great relish.

After a satisfying meal, Qin Ran patted her stomach and said, "I ate too much today, Auntie. Your cooking is absolutely amazing."

"If you like my cooking, come often."

"No problem! I'll come to see you often from now on." Qin Ran said, then looked at Yao Zhiruo: "You can tell Auntie about what I told you before."

"Mom, Qin Ran told me before that we should..."

As Yao Zhiruo was speaking, there was a knock on the door.

She got up to open the door.

A man in a floral suit stood at the door, a bag tucked under his arm.

His name is Yang Wen, and he is the landlord's son.

Behind Yang Wen stood a large gold chain.

"Zhiruo, are you home today?"

"Is there something you need here?" Yao Zhiruo asked expressionlessly.

Yang Wen carried the small bag into the house.

The large gold chain followed behind.

Yang Wen was somewhat displeased upon seeing Qin Ran.

"Oh! We have a customer."

"Yes, is there anything I can help you with?" Yao Zhiruo asked.

Yang Wen, with a nonchalant air, said, "I'm here to tell you that starting this month, the rent has gone up by five thousand every month."

"A five thousand increase? Are you kidding me?"

"I'm not kidding. This is the city center, and rents around here are going up, so I have to raise mine too. But if you're willing to be my girlfriend, not only will I not raise the rent, but I'll also let you live in the house for free." Yang Wen said, raising an eyebrow.

Yao Zhiruo's face looked very pale.

She knew very well what kind of person Yang Wen was.

This guy is a playboy.

Moreover, he likes to rent out his house to young and beautiful girls.

Once they move in, he'll find a way to take them over.

Once he gets tired of it, Yang Wen will kick it to the curb.

Those girls will no longer live in his house.

After they moved out, Yang Wen rented the house to other beautiful women.

Previously, he had no regard for Yao Zhiruo because he had a target.

Moreover, Yang Wen knew at that time that Yao Zhiruo had a rich young master boyfriend.

Now that Yao Zhiruo has broken up with him, Yang Wen hasn't had any other targets lately.

He then set his sights on Yao Zhiruo.

Qin Ran glanced sideways at Yang Wen.

This guy doesn't look like a good person at all.

"You must be the landlord. You've come at the right time. Let me tell you that we're moving out of this place in the next couple of days," Qin Ran said expressionlessly.

Yang Wen sneered: "You're Yao Zhiruo's new boyfriend?"

"You can understand it that way."

"Judging from your clothes, you don't look like a rich person at all. You're a poor bastard. Do you think you can take Yao Zhiruo to live in a thatched hut with you?" Yang Wen said with a face full of disdain.

Qin Ran said, "Where we live is none of your business. Anyway, we're not renting this house."

At the same time, Yao Zhiruo walked up to Wang Meijuan, who looked suspicious, and said, "Mom, Qin Ran has a new place to stay. We won't be living here anymore."

"As long as you have a plan, the rent here is indeed too expensive."

Yang Wen's anger became even more pronounced after hearing this.

Actually, he came here today to coerce Yao Zhiruo into becoming his girlfriend by raising the rent.

But unexpectedly, a scoundrel suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

He also wants to move out with Yao Zhiruo and her daughter.

If Yao Zhiruo moves away, how will he win her over?

Yang Wen had a sudden idea and said, "It's fine if you don't stay, but before you leave, I need to check if you've damaged my house and furniture. If you have, you'll have to pay for it at the original price."