Siheyuan: Silly Pillar is Kind

After safely sending Gao Ran home, Sha Zhu rode his old bicycle and rushed to where Wang Li was.

However, Wang Li had not yet returned home from get off work, so Sha Zhu began to think: Since Wang Li had always wanted to have a bicycle of her own, and now all he had left were the gold and silver jewelry given by the old lady, if he wanted to realize this wish, he might have to sell some of it! Having made up his mind, Sha Zhu resolutely turned around and returned to the courtyard.

After returning to the courtyard, he hurriedly picked up some gold and silver jewelry and set out again to Master Kang to exchange them for the required funds.

I walked into the house and looked around to find that it was empty and there was nothing. I couldn't help but sigh that the house was really bare!

In fact, in a situation like this, we can just ask the three aunties to help clean up... Fortunately, the three aunties are not only hardworking and kind, but also very warm-hearted and took the initiative to clean the windows and wash Shazhu's dirty clothes...

After thinking it over, I feel that even if I go out to purchase various items right away, it seems that the time is too tight and I won’t have time to arrange everything. It would be better to wait until Zhang Ran marries into the family and then make plans!

I stepped out of the house, got on my bike, and headed straight towards the place where the house was being built. From a distance, I saw Master Kang shouting and directing everyone to organize and pack up the construction tools.

It looked like they were about to finish their work for the day. When Shazhu approached, Master Kang hurried forward and greeted him warmly, "Hello, Boss! All the foundation work has been completed today, and we can officially start laying the brick walls tomorrow. The construction is progressing rapidly, and it is estimated that in just two months, you will be able to happily move into your new and comfortable big house!"

"Master Kang, you've worked so hard! I came here today because I have something else I want to discuss with you." After saying this, the two of them walked to a secluded place together.

Sha Zhu asked straight to the point: "Master Kang, I still have some small yellow croakers and other things left. I wonder if I can exchange them for some RMB?"

Master Kang answered without hesitation: "Of course! Nowadays, whether it is jewelry, earrings, or items for socializing or giving as gifts, these things are very much needed. And the market demand is huge, it can be said that we will take as many as we can get!"

Sha Zhu was very happy after hearing this, and then said, "That's good, I still have five silver fish and five gold fish here, I'll give them to you at the same price as last time."

However, Master Kang seemed a little embarrassed at this time. Seeing this, Sha Zhu hurriedly asked: "What's wrong, Master Kang? If you have anything to say, just say it directly."

After hesitating for a moment, Master Kang finally spoke up and said, "In that case, Boss, according to the rules, I should take 10% of the money as compensation for this transaction. Last time, they just paid me my normal wages. After all, from ancient times to the present, gold and silver can be used to pay wages, and there is no such thing as commission. But the situation is different this time, so..."

Sha Zhu thought about it for a moment, then nodded in understanding: "Okay, 10% then. But we still have to follow the old rules. If anything happens in the future, it has nothing to do with me!"

"Don't worry, boss, just wait for good news." Master Kang responded confidently.

Just a few steps after they walked out of the door, they ran into Song Jia who came with Wang Li. They looked like they had just got off work, but their faces were filled with relaxed and happy smiles. They walked and talked, and soon walked into the house.

"Zhuzi, why are you here?" Wang Li asked first. "Building a house is a big deal, of course I have to come and take a look!" He Yuzhu replied with a smile.

Wang Li rolled her eyes at him and said angrily, "Huh, you just talk nonsense every day. You just came here once and you still have the nerve to say that you value it!"

At this time, Song Jia on the side interrupted and said, "Oh, Comrade He Yuzhu, you are really amazing! It's such a big house, and you can start rebuilding it immediately. It's really admirable!"

He Yuzhu was very happy after hearing this, with a smug look on his face, but he said modestly: "Haha, it's nothing! Not worth mentioning!"

Then, he invited them warmly: "I wonder if the two beauties have eaten yet? How about I invite you to have a meal together?"

Hearing this, Song Jia couldn't help but feel a little moved, but still looked at Wang Li, as if waiting for her opinion. Wang Li quickly waved her hand and refused: "It's such a waste of money to eat out! This house has already cost a lot, where can I have the spare money to go out to eat!"

Suddenly, as if remembering something, Wang Li turned to He Yuzhu and asked, "By the way, how is the money for the house being handled?"

He Yuzhu patted his chest and answered confidently: "Don't worry, I have already paid it all! Don't worry about it. In fact, the main reason I came here today is to take you out for a delicious meal and reward you well!" Before he finished speaking, he opened his arms and wanted to hug Wang Li.

"Get out of my way! There are so many people watching us!" Wang Li pushed He Yuzhu hard. She widened her eyes and asked in confusion, "Where did you get so much money? It's not common to have such a large amount!"

He Yuzhu frowned, and seemed reluctant to talk about this topic. He waved his hand and said, "Okay, let's talk about this later. Let's go eat first." Then he turned to Song Jia and said, "Comrade Song Jia, what do you want to eat? I'll treat you today."

Wang Li saw this and realized that He Yuzhu might be too embarrassed to tell the source of the money because there were so many people around, so she didn't ask any more questions. At this time, Sha Zhu looked at Song Jia, then moved his gaze to Wang Li, and said with a smile: "Don't look at her, I'm treating you today, so let Wang Li accompany you. You tell me what you want to eat and we'll go eat it!"

Song Jia was not pretentious and agreed readily: "Okay, Comrade He Yuzhu, then I'll give you a chance to please me, so that it won't be in vain that I said a few good words for you in front of Wang Li just now." After saying that, the corners of her mouth rose slightly, revealing a mischievous smile.

"How about we go eat hotpot?" Song Jia suggested.

"Okay, that's settled! Let's go!" He Yuzhu agreed readily.

However, when they walked out of the door, they encountered a new problem - there was only one bicycle. Although three people could squeeze together, in this era, unless they were in a relationship, girls would not easily sit on the back seat of a bicycle. What should they do?

"Zhu Zi, you ride your bike first. I want to walk there with Song Jia." In her heart, Wang Li didn't actually want Song Jia to ride in Zhu Zi's bike.

"Okay, then I'll go over and reserve a seat." Sha Zhu walked into the room and found that there were not many people inside.

Although this restaurant is not very famous, it is economical and affordable. Just a plate of meat costs a person's entire day's salary, so ordinary people rarely come here.

Wang Li and Song Jia chatted as they walked along the way.

Song Jia said to Wang Li with envy: "I heard you mention before that He Yuzhu's family conditions are average, it turns out you have been hiding something. Now, a house has exposed everything. You can live in a new house right after getting married, it's really enviable! And now our family is still squeezed into one room, and my brother can only sleep in the living room."

"Actually, I didn't know He Yuzhu had so much money. If you hadn't come to my house and put so much pressure on me, I would not have easily agreed to be with He Yuzhu." Wang Li had a smug look on her face, with her head slightly raised, as if she was quite proud of her current status.

"That's right. You are of such a noble status, so naturally you have to live in a new house after getting married." Song Jia agreed.

"I went on a blind date yesterday. When I asked about the man's family situation, I found out that he could only live in a side room, and his job was very ordinary. So I'm still undecided whether to agree to this marriage!" Song Jia continued to complain.

"Well, as long as the house is big enough to live in, don't have such high demands," Wang Li comforted.

"At the beginning, I just made a small request to He Yuzhu, hoping to have a room of our own, but I never expected that he would just rebuild a brand new house without saying a word!" Song Jia widened her eyes, her face full of disbelief.

"That house is very spacious and can be divided into three rooms. If you are willing, I can help you talk to He Yuzhu and ask him to arrange another room for you." Wang Li suggested with a teasing smile.

"Okay, who doesn't want to live in a new house? I'll talk to He Yuzhu about it later."

"Hmph, never mind, just go ahead and talk to him. I want to see if He Yuzhu has the courage to agree to it." Wang Li raised her chin, put on a proud attitude, and responded confidently.

"Oh, our queen is so majestic and powerful! I would like to congratulate her!" Song Jia changed the subject and congratulated Wang Li in a joking tone.

The two walked to the door of the hot pot restaurant with laughter and joy, but who knows how much sincerity there is in Song Jia's words just now! Sha Zhu saw them coming from a distance and hurriedly greeted them. Song Jia stared at the table full of sumptuous dishes and couldn't help but exclaimed: "There are so many dishes, how can the three of us finish them?" "It doesn't matter, eat slowly!" Sha Zhu said while enthusiastically inviting them to prepare the dipping sauce. He knew very well that these two girls looked petite, but in fact they had big appetites. I'm afraid that one pound of mutton each would not be enough to fill their stomachs!

"Brother Zhuzi, where do you live now?" Song Jia changed the subject, her mouth as sweet as honey. Sha Zhu answered without hesitation: "I live at Wang Li's place." As soon as the words fell, Song Jia and Wang Li immediately looked embarrassed. Wang Li kicked Sha Zhu hard and scolded: "What nonsense are you talking about! I'm asking where you lived before you lived with me." Then she quickly added, "Bah! What do you mean by living with me? You have never lived with me at all. Don't say that in the future."

Song Jia stared at Wang Li with eyes wide open, a look of disbelief on her face: "Are you covering my ears to steal your bell?"

Sha Zhu laughed softly, "I used to live in No. 95, Nanluoguxiang. The main house in the middle courtyard of that quadrangle was my home."

Song Jia curiously asked: "Brother Zhuzi, what do your parents do for a living? Do you have other brothers and sisters?"

After a moment's silence, Sha Zhu replied, "My parents passed away a long time ago, and I only have a younger sister left at home. My sister is 5 years old and very cute!" Hearing this, Song Jia couldn't help feeling a little disappointed, but still nodded.

Wang Li noticed the change in Song Jia's expression and sighed in her heart. She had never thought that He Yuzhu would treat her so wholeheartedly. At this moment, hearing her best friend's envy, the corners of her mouth involuntarily rose, revealing a gratified smile.

After dinner, since this place was not far from Song Jia's home, the two did not see her off. They got on their bicycles and drove towards Wang Li's residence.

Song Jia looked at the figure gradually going away, her eyes flashing with complex light, as if she was thinking about something. On the other side, Wang Li and Sha Zhu returned home. As soon as they entered the house, Wang Li hurriedly helped Sha Zhu take off his coat, put on comfortable slippers, and then turned around to boil water to make tea.

After Wang Li returned home, she gently massaged He Yuzhu's shoulders, while Sha Zhu smiled with enjoyment. "Look at you, you're so silly!" Wang Li said coquettishly. "Why are you so proactive today?" Sha Zhu asked curiously.

"It's all because you made me proud today! In the technical department, I was better than Song Jia in every way, but ever since she found out about us, I know exactly what she was thinking. She just wanted me to marry you, and then find a better man to suppress me!"