The courtyard house, without the script of Sha Zhu.

Yi Zhonghai, on the other hand, only felt that he was in a vague sleep.

It felt like I had returned to my younger self, to the moment when I first met Li Mei.

The next day, at the moment when the first rays of dawn shone in.

Yi Zhonghai was still marveling at how wonderful his dream had been yesterday.

But the feeling was so real that he subconsciously opened his eyes the moment he did so.

He then saw Qin Huairu standing right next to him.

She was currently clutching part of the blanket, quietly sobbing in that corner.

Scattered across the bed sheet were tiny, bright red plum blossoms.

In that instant, Yi Zhonghai felt as if his brain was about to explode.

Upon realizing what was happening, he became excited all over.

He actually got to enjoy his future apprentice's wife ahead of time?!

That feeling of reality last night wasn't a dream!

But this excitement lasted only a moment. After calming down, Yi Zhonghai quickly realized a problem.

To be precise, if someone were to come and expose this matter, not only would he be almost certainly doomed, but his reputation, his job, and everything he had painstakingly planned would also vanish.

So, Yi Zhonghai hurriedly put on his clothes in a disheveled manner, then looked at Qin Huairu, who was sobbing in the corner, and gently began to comfort her.

"Huai Ru, I really did drink too much last night."

However, Qin Huairu did not answer. Instead, she continued to sob softly while recalling the previous night.

Even though she had mentally prepared herself, Yi Zhonghai was old, but the time was still pitifully short.

It only lasted a mere five minutes.

As for that little bit of blood? It was naturally some chicken blood that she had asked her cousin to get for her.

Originally, I planned to fool Jia Dongxu, but now that I've run out, I'll have to find someone to get some more.

Returning to the present moment, she couldn't help but curse inwardly.

"Old man, hurry up and pay up!"

Afterwards, she couldn't help but recall that night with Cao Wei, and even felt a surge of excitement.

Although she was not very skilled at first, the joy of learning new knowledge after she became proficient was unparalleled and is something she still finds hard to forget.

Yi Zhonghai's face turned pale when he realized his words had no effect. But soon, as if realizing something, he gritted his teeth.

Then he took out more than 300,000 yuan from his pocket and placed it next to Qin Huairu. Then he whispered to comfort her.

"Huai Ru, take this money and use it to nourish your body."

"Don't worry, I'll make it up to you later."

Qin Huairu, however, was somewhat unwilling at this moment.

You should know that Cao Wei not only gave her a full 500,000 yuan, but also gave her a wonderful experience for one night.

Now it's Yi Zhonghai's turn.

They only gave me this little bit?

Realizing that this wasn't her first time, Qin Huairu could only nod.

At the same time, he began to make calculations in his mind.

Even though she hadn't married into the family yet, she had already given Jia Dongxu three green hats.

But if you want to make a living, you have to wear a green hat sometimes.

Moreover, he now has leverage over Yi Zhonghai.

She could use that as leverage to make herself more financially secure, which might make it easier for her to support her family later.

Or perhaps Yi Zhonghai will even fund the purchase of another house for the Jia family.

Ultimately, we must play the long game to catch the big fish.

Realizing this, Qin Huairu quickly stopped sobbing.

Pretending to be a frightened little rabbit, she looked at Yi Zhonghai with red eyes and murmured something.

"Master Dongxu, you absolutely cannot tell anyone about this, or I don't want to live anymore."

Yi Zhonghai nodded hurriedly, but for some reason, he looked at Qin Huairu's appearance.

It's been so many years since Er Yi last got up early, but now there are already signs of it.

After seeing Qin Huairu put away the money, he quickly spoke up to express his opinion.

"Don't worry, Huairu, I'll take good care of your family then."

"that…"

Looking into Yi Zhonghai's eyes, Qin Huairu decided this time that she didn't want him to touch her again.

She deeply understands a principle: if you give too much, it becomes worthless.

However, looking at the disappointment, and even a hint of gloom, that flashed in Yi Zhonghai's eyes.

She ultimately decided to apply some of the modern knowledge she had learned to Yi Zhonghai.

While feeling blissfully ecstatic, Yi Zhonghai couldn't help but sigh and ask curiously.

"Huai Ru, how did you learn this?"

"My mother said that we can only do *that* when a woman is pregnant, because she's afraid the man might start thinking about other women."

Upon hearing this, Yi Zhonghai could only marvel at how ingenious the rural people were at having fun.

After enjoying the blissful experience of not having to move at all.

Looking at Qin Huairu, who was so young but already possessed a mature charm.

He felt a sense of resentment that the other party had married his apprentice.

But for the sake of his retirement plans, he had to put the idea aside for the time being.

After the two left the room.

Mr. and Mrs. Qin, who had been discussing it all night and were preparing to lower the price, suddenly found that Yi Zhonghai had changed his attitude.

The dowry, which had been somewhat delayed, was agreed to immediately, and the person even kindly offered to explain.

"Well, I just felt sorry for you guys, and after thinking about it all night, I've decided to compromise."

This attitude surprised Qin's parents, but they quickly nodded with great joy.

Although I don't understand why Yi Zhonghai would change so much in just one night.

But receiving the money is the most important thing.

After agreeing on the bride price, the next step was to discuss the date.

After a brief negotiation, Yi Zhonghai took one last, reluctant look at Qin Huairu.

Only then did they return to Beijing.

After returning to Compound No. 95.

Yi Zhonghai also came to the Jia family, and as expected, after he mentioned the dowry of 100,000 yuan...

Jia Zhangshi immediately started arguing.

"Are you kidding me? She's just a worthless country bumpkin who wants a dowry of 100,000 yuan? You couldn't even sell her whole family for ten yuan. Lao Yi, let's just find someone else."

Upon hearing this, Jia Dongxu immediately became anxious, as he had taken a liking to Qin Huairu at first sight.

Just as he was about to speak to Jia Zhangshi, Jia Dongxu saw the suggestive look in her eyes and couldn't help but look at Yi Zhonghai.

"Master, I..."

In the past, even for the sake of his retirement, Yi Zhonghai wouldn't have so readily agreed to spend that much money. After all, besides the bride price, the wedding itself is a considerable expense.

However, even though he thought he had tasted the first soup of Qinhuai, he only hesitated for a while before agreeing readily after Jia Dongxu promised to take care of him in his old age.

Next, when the conversation turned to ingredients and cooks, Jia Zhangshi, for some reason, suddenly looked at the Cao family.

"Speaking of which, isn't that little bastard a chef too? Let him cook for Dongxu, and we can save some money, right?"