Courtyard House: A System Connecting Two Worlds, Resources for the Nation

Xiao Dang and Huaihua noticed Banggeng running over and immediately took two steps back with the skewer of meat in their hands.

Although Bang-geng, as their older brother, hadn't forgotten them when he had good things before, these meat skewers were just too delicious!

Anyway, her brother can ask her aunt for more!

Qin Jingru was taken aback by Bang Geng's impolite tone. Her lips moved, and she subconsciously glanced at Zhou Feng.

The latter, who had been flipping the meat skewers, suddenly stopped for a second and then looked up at the stick.

The kid hadn't even realized what was happening yet; he stood there with his neck stiff, looking like it was perfectly natural.

He saw it all; his two younger sisters got meat skewers, so as the only male in the Jia family, shouldn't he get two skewers too?

Zhou Feng moved the meat skewers to either side of the grill, his tone relatively calm, revealing no emotion: "Who are you talking to?"

When Zhou Feng spotted him, Banggeng unconsciously swallowed.

His mother and grandmother had warned him more than once not to provoke Zhou Feng, but the barbecue smelled so good!

Besides, he's not messing with Zhou Feng now, he's messing with his own aunt!

Even if Zhou Feng is domineering, he can't interfere in his family's affairs, right?

"I...I'm asking my aunt for some skewers! And...I didn't ask you for any!"

Although his expression remained stubborn, Bang Geng's tone had softened.

Those who know him well know that this kid is probably about to back down.

But Zhou Feng had absolutely no obligation to indulge him, and whether he admitted defeat or not had nothing to do with Zhou Feng.

Seeing Bang Geng's fierce but cowardly expression, Zhou Feng's lips curled slightly, and he casually asked, "Is this meat your aunt's?"

"I don't care! She ate so many meat meals at my house before, and my grandma always let her go first. Now that she has meat, shouldn't I get a few skewers?"

Qin Jingru's face instantly turned ugly.

She had been eating at the Jia family's house for a while, and the Jia family had indeed been accommodating to her.

But all those meat, vegetables, rice, and noodles were taken from Zhou Feng and brought with her!

To be honest, it was the Jia family who took advantage of her. I never expected Banggeng to say something like that!

It has to be said that even Zhou Feng was somewhat impressed by such a brilliant joke.

Respecting derivative works requires using great jokes!

He really took the blame that was thrown at him by the fan site!

They easily demonstrated what an ingrate is and who is truly ungrateful!

"What did you say?"

Zhou Feng heard Bang Geng's reply but didn't argue with him further. Instead, he turned his attention to Qin Jingru.

After all, she's a relative, so it's better for her to handle it herself.

Qin Jingru nodded knowingly, and seeing that Xiao Dang and Huaihua had finished dividing the second skewer of meat, she gave each of them a skewer.

"Xiao Dang and Huaihua, be good. Your aunt is happy to give you these meat skewers. They're polite and know how to greet people. As for the others, forget about them. You two finish your skewers before you go home, so someone else won't take them."

Qin Jingru's actions and words did not mention the joke, but every sentence was directed at him, and the direction was very direct.

Even though Bang Geng was still a child, he understood what Qin Jingru meant.

"Why?! Why can they eat it, but I can't?"

Bang Geng stared wide-eyed, reaching out to grab the tray in front of Qin Jingru, but Bai Ling, who was standing nearby, quickly kicked him aside.

People of Bai Ling's status generally don't hit children, unless the child really deserves it.

"This child really doesn't understand any manners at all; I don't know how the Jia family raised him!"

This was the first time she had ever seen a child dare to snatch food from an adult's hand.

"He's the only son of the Jia family, so it's not surprising that he's been spoiled like this."

Zhou Feng pursed his lips, while Qin Jingru showed an embarrassed expression.

After all, they are her relatives; this is just too embarrassing.

Both Bai Ling's and Xiao E's families are well-educated, reasonable, and extremely capable.

When we arrived at her home, not only were her parents living in the countryside, but her relatives in the city were also incredibly useless!

Standing next to him, Lou Xiao'e immediately noticed that Qin Jingru's expression was a little off. She stood next to her and grabbed her hand: "Sister Bai Ling is talking about the Jia family. You're from our Zhou family. What does it have to do with you?"

It has to be said that people really do grow.

If it were the old Lou Xiao'e, would she have been so sensitive to notice the problem with Qin Jingru's expression and so understanding in comforting her?

"Alright, let's go home. There's no food for you here! If you want meat, tell your mom to find some herself!"

Zhou Feng spoke directly, settling the matter once and for all.

Look at the children in this courtyard house, not one of them is as fair and chubby as Bang Geng.

Even Xiao Dang and Huaihua, who were standing next to him, were pale and thin, looking like a little pig and a little chick in comparison.

In such a barren era, Qin Huairu must have had some skill to raise such plump and healthy corn stalks.

If that's the case, why bother coming here to freeload off his meat?

Figure it out yourself!

Bang Geng's face flushed red instantly after Zhou Feng's words. He opened his mouth, wanting to use a few curse words he often heard to regain some face.

But after meeting Zhou Feng's gaze, the curse words seemed to get stuck in his throat, and he couldn't bring himself to say them.

But seeing his two younger sisters eating so heartily, he couldn't bear to leave. He could only stand there, not moving, his cheeks puffing out.

Huaihua felt sorry for him and wanted to give him a piece of meat, but Xiaodang grabbed it back.

This child sees things clearly. It's obvious that Zhou Feng and her aunt don't like her brother. If they give the meat to her brother and her aunt is unhappy, then they'll be at a huge loss!

Banggeng, who had been staring at the meat skewers in his sister's hand, naturally noticed Xiaodang's actions. He glared at her fiercely, but she pursed her lips, quietly took half a step back, and then pulled Huaihua behind her as well.

The two of them breathed a sigh of relief after finishing the meat skewers, and respectfully returned the iron skewers to Qin Jingru. Xiao Dang bowed slightly and said, "Thank you, Aunt and Uncle."

The adults present were stunned for a moment. Qin Jingru glanced at Bai Ling out of the corner of her eye and, seeing that the latter's expression had not changed, breathed a sigh of relief and reached out to rub Xiao Dang's head.

"Sweetie, Auntie has some chocolates here, you can have them!"

Lou Xiao'e's lips twitched slightly as she watched Qin Jingru pull out several Ferrero Rocher chocolates wrapped in gold foil from her pocket.

This chocolate is Qin Jingru's favorite. Zhou Feng is always busy with important matters when he goes to the future, so they don't feel comfortable asking him to bring too many snacks.

Therefore, every Ferrero Rocher that Zhou Feng brought back for Qin Jingru was her treasure, and she wouldn't even give it to Lou Xiao'e if she asked for it.

It seems that calling him "little uncle" really touched Qin Jingru's heart.

"This chocolate is meant to be peeled before eating. If your mom or grandma tries to take it when you get home, just tell them, and your aunt and... and your uncle will stand up for you!"

Qin Jingru's face was flushed, and she had a flattering smile on her face. She glanced at Zhou Feng, and after seeing that he tacitly agreed, she laughed even more unrestrainedly.

Of course, she said this because she knew the Jia family very well.

If we don't lay the ugly truth out in advance, these two kids probably won't even be able to keep their gold foil packaging when they get back.

Banggeng glared fiercely at his two younger sisters, then gave Qin Jingru a look.

This sounds like it's meant for his milk and his mother, but ultimately it still means he's not allowed to eat it!

This concubine is so biased, she's simply unacceptable!

Seeing his two younger sisters stuff chocolates into their pockets and head towards the middle courtyard, Banggeng couldn't stand still in the front yard and followed closely behind.