Courtyard House: My System - Artificial Human

She cursed He Daqing in her heart for his sycophantic manner, but in reality, she was extremely envious of Lin Weidong, who was being treated to meals and drinks by others.

But Jia Zhangshi could only admire it; she would never dare to join in the fun at a place where Lin Weidong was present.

"Having a cadre status still has its advantages..."

Muttering to herself, Jia Zhangshi sat back down at the table to continue eating, but upon seeing this, she immediately became furious.

She pointed to the empty bowl of cornbread, her eyes filled with disbelief as she looked at Jia Dongxu.

"Where's the cornbread? Did you finish it all?"

"Oh? I thought you went to watch the excitement after you had eaten..."

After slurping up the last mouthful of noodle soup, Jia Dongxu looked up with an innocent expression and handed over the remaining half of a cornbread.

Without any hesitation, Jia Zhangshi snatched it away and took a big bite.

"Look at you, you're useless at everything and you eat everything. Can't you learn from Lin Weidong? Look at him, he doesn't even need his own grain, and people are always vying to treat him to meals! And look at the wife he married, she's obviously a cadre, and she brings so many things home during holidays. And you? Forget about buying anything for your family, you'd be lucky if you didn't take away my meager savings for my funeral..."

Upon hearing the name Lin Weidong, Jia Dongxu couldn't help but feel a surge of jealousy and didn't want to listen to his mother's nagging.

He used the excuse of going to the outhouse to run to the backyard to find his master and escape to some peace and quiet.

When Liu Haizhong heard that Lin Weidong had been invited to He Daqing's home, he couldn't help but feel jealous.

Although he finally managed to invite Lin Weidong to his disciple-acceptance banquet some time ago, it wasn't a private banquet after all!

Liu Haizhong was both envious and resentful. After sending his apprentice away, he pondered the matter and, feeling unbalanced, decided to go and join in the fun.

"Guangqi's mother, how many eggs are left at home? Pack me ten, I'm going out for a bit."

Liu Haizhong's wife didn't ask what was going on; she put down her chopsticks and started cooking.

Liu Haizhong got a raise in the past two months, and his family's financial situation has improved a bit, so ten eggs are nothing.

Liu Haizhong finished his rice in a few bites, picked up the eggs and left, with a pack of Double Happiness cigarettes he couldn't bear to smoke in his pocket.

In the front yard, Yan Bugui was immersed in the good news brought by Officer Wang and silently making plans.

Turning my head, I saw Sha Zhu rushing out and then rushing back, carrying a bag of meat and a lot of vegetables!

He quickly called out to stop them.

"Hey, you silly Zhu! What's up? Is there some good news at home today? Oh, and I heard your sister's starting school? When are you planning to go?"

He Yuzhu had no liking for anyone who called him by his nickname and didn't want to talk to them at all.

But who is Yan Bugui? Could he possibly make things awkward for him?

He adjusted his glasses with his hand and followed behind with a smile.

"Forget it, you probably wouldn't understand. I'll talk to your dad. Starting school is a big deal; we need to prepare early. I know everything about schools, and since we live in the same compound, I should give your dad some advice..."

Yan Bugui not only said these words to Sha Zhu, but also used them as an excuse for him to stay after arriving at the He family's house.

He kept nagging He Daqing, who was washing vegetables and tidying up.

"Old He, let me tell you, things are different now than before. There are so many more kids in school. If you don't get to know the substitute teachers, they might not even remember your child... But I can speak to them in this regard. When you buy something, I'll help you try to get on their good side..."

He Daqing knew perfectly well what was going on in his mind, so he gave a perfunctory reply.

"Well, thank you so much, Lao Yan. But this isn't urgent. I'll talk to you again when Yushui goes to school. I'm busy today, so let's talk later."

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In the courtyard, Lin Weidong listened to Liu Haizhong's boasting while waiting.

Old Liu has been living a pretty good life lately.

After several battles with Yi Zhonghai, he realized that strength lies in numbers. Taking advantage of the steel mill's expansion, he took on three more apprentices.

Right now, he's bragging to Lin Weidong about how filial his apprentice is to him.

Lin Weidong smacked him, saying it was a gift from his apprentice, but in reality it was a Double Happiness cigarette he had acquired himself, treating it like a stand-up comedy routine.

A moment later, He Yushui came running in calling for people and also revealed some information.

"What? Rainwater, you're saying Old Man Yan is also at your house?" Liu Haizhong had just stood up when he heard this and repeated it with disdain.

Lin Weidong was speechless at the unexpected visitor, Yan Bugui.

When he arrived at the He family's house, he burst out laughing.

Old Yan really can't tell the difference between the big and small kings.

Even if you want to organize a banquet, you don't have to report to me like Liu Haizhong did, but at least give the He family something, right?

At least Liu Haizhong contributed ten eggs and a pack of cigarettes, and you just shamelessly offered up?

"Hey! Teacher Yan's here too? You guys chat first, Lao He."

He Daqing was waiting for his attitude. As soon as Lin Weidong finished speaking, he took a tough stance and started to drive people away.

"No, no, Lao Yan just came over to chat because he was bored. Well, Lao Yan, you can go back now. I'll talk to you about Yu Shui's schooling another day. I have something important to discuss with Xiao Lin today!"

He Daqing's failure to directly expel Yan Bugui was actually due to Liu Haizhong's fault.

At that time, Liu Haizhong brought in eggs, hoping to join the banquet, and said that he had already spoken to Lin Weidong about it.

He Daqing thought Lin Weidong wanted to join in the fun with a large crowd, but now it seems that Yan Bugui is not qualified.

"Hey! Want to join me for a drink? I'll tell you a story to liven things up!"

Yan Bugui's gaze lingered on the two bottles of wine Lin Weidong was holding, filled with reluctance.

Even if he was shameless, Lin Weidong didn't want to be taken advantage of by him.

His silence was an attitude, and Liu Haizhong immediately stood up.

"Today's not a good day, Lao Yan. We really have important business to discuss. Let's drink another day!"

"Um... okay, okay, you guys drink up."

Two people in a row tried to persuade him to leave; Yan Bugui did have some sense of shame.

He forced a smile and left, glancing back every few steps.

As dusk deepened outside the courtyard, Yan Bugui felt increasingly frustrated.

These two don't take themselves seriously at all. He's the only teacher in this department, after all!

Yan Bugui, still seething with anger, had just reached the front yard when he saw Yi Zhonghai's figure at the door.

"Oh, Lao Yi's back? Wait a minute, let me help you carry it."

It was difficult for Yi Zhonghai to ride his tricycle in by himself; he usually relied on Yan Bugui for help.

He was just wondering why Yan Bugui had abandoned his post today.

"Where have you been, Lao Yan? Come on, have a smoke and lend me a hand!"

"Hey! It's all because Officer Wang came to the courtyard today for a home visit to encourage He Daqing to study. I was thinking of giving him some advice, but who knew he wouldn't appreciate it..."

Yan Bugui, who had been holding back his frustration for a long time, finally had something to say, and Yi Zhonghai's question was just right.

The two pushed the tricycle into the yard and started chatting while smoking.

Yi Zhonghai felt increasingly distressed as he listened.

Damn it! The He family is just like the Jia family, they're both ungrateful wretches!

One or two of them betrayed themselves!

Just wait and see!

He lowered his head to hide his displeasure and listened to Yan Bugui's endless chatter.

In contrast, although Yan Bugui is also opportunistic, at least he does things for money and can be persuaded to do things if there is a little benefit. This relationship needs to be carefully managed.

Unable to have children, Yi Zhonghai no longer cared about Yan Bugui spreading rumors about him; instead, he took it even more seriously.

In the end... Yan Bugui's account wasn't wrong.

Yan Bugui was naturally unaware that he was taking the blame for Jia Zhangshi.

Aside from the students at the school, no one has been willing to listen to him talk so much for a long time.

With the weather warming up and making it easier to stay indoors, Yan Bugui decided to indulge in his love of talking.

Moreover... Yi Zhonghai placed the cigarettes on the car frame and smoked them freely; he was also reluctant to leave.

Yi Zhonghai also had plans. He had been leaving early and returning late lately, and news from the hospital had been scarce. He needed to find out more.

He offered Yan Bugui another cigarette and inquired.

"Old Yan, what's up with that Officer Wang today? My wife told me he's in charge of women's issues. Why is he making home visits to persuade students to go to school?"

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