Siheyuan: The wife pays off the husband's debt, Huairu's mentality collapses

It was late at night, and a warm light shone through the Su family's courtyard, forming a sharp contrast with the surrounding tranquility.

Su Mu was sitting leisurely at the dining table.

Enjoying a golden and crispy roast chicken, paired with a few cups of homemade rice wine, and occasionally picking up a few peanuts with chopsticks and putting them into his mouth, his face was filled with satisfaction and comfort.

This rare leisure time is undoubtedly a bright spot in his busy life.

However, the tranquility was soon broken by a sudden knock on the door.

Su Mu couldn't help but frowned slightly, thinking to himself:

Who would disturb me at this late hour? I was a little puzzled.

He put down the glass in his hand, stood up and walked towards the door.

When I opened the door, the person standing outside was Yan Bugui.

The old man's shrewd face appeared particularly clear under the dim light from the door.

Su Mu half-closed his eyes, vaguely guessing the purpose of the visit, and a playful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"Uncle, what brings you to me so late at night? What's the matter?"

Yan Bugui didn't seem to notice Su Mu's displeasure.

He looked around casually, but his eyes could not hide his envy and jealousy of the sumptuous dinner on the Su family's table.

The aroma of the roast chicken and the few peanuts scattered on the table all stimulated his thrifty heart.

Look at the Su family, they live such a comfortable life.

It’s nothing like my own home, where there’s not even any meat for dinner.

But on the surface, Yan Bugui still maintained that amiable look.

He coughed lightly, trying to hide the turmoil in his heart, and then said with pretended concern:

"Oh, Sumu, I came to see how you are doing lately."

"I heard that you got a new refrigerator at home, so I guess the old one is no longer useful, right?"

When Su Mu heard this, he immediately understood.

This third uncle didn't come here to show concern for him at all. It was obvious that he was here to steal the old refrigerator.

He laughed secretly in his heart, but remained calm on the surface, and just responded lightly:

"Yeah, the new refrigerator just arrived, and I do plan to get rid of the old one."

When Yan Bugui heard that there was a chance, a gleam of greed flashed in his eyes, and he immediately struck while the iron was hot:

That's perfect, our refrigerator is old and we're thinking of getting a new one."

"Look, our neighbor, can you give us that old refrigerator for a low price?"

Su Mu cursed in his heart that this Third Master was really calculating, but he still maintained his demeanor on the surface. He shook his head slightly and smiled:

"Uncle, you know, although this refrigerator is not new, it can still be used for a few years."

"Besides, I'm short of money lately, and I'm planning to sell it to get some cash for emergencies."

When Yan Bugui heard this, his expression changed slightly, but was he not the kind of person who would give up easily?

His eyes rolled and he came up with another plan:

"Hey, Sumu, we are old neighbors. Why do you have to go out and trade with strangers?"

"Why not just sell it to me? I don't have to go out and look for it. It's more convenient for everyone."

Su Mu secretly laughed in his heart at how hard the old man tried to persuade him, but he had already made up his mind not to give in easily.

So, he sighed in embarrassment: "Uncle, how can I refuse what you said? But there is really no way. I have already promised others and received the deposit."

When Yan Bugui heard the word "deposit", his face became even uglier.

He knew that he would not be able to get what he wanted tonight.

But he still didn't give up and wanted to fight for it again: "Then... can the deposit be refunded? I can pay a little more and make sure you don't suffer any loss."

Su Mu shook his head and smiled more meaningfully: "Uncle, this deposit cannot be refunded casually.

"But if you really want the old refrigerator, I can keep an eye on it for you to see if that person will change his mind in the end."

"But then again, the chances are slim."

After saying that, Su Mu gently closed the door, leaving Yan Bugui alone outside, his face gloomy and his heart full of resentment and annoyance.

And Sumu inside the door continued to enjoy his delicious food and tranquility.

I secretly rejoiced that I had once again successfully avoided the "plot" of the third uncle.

Yan Bugui, who was refused entry, looked gloomy in an instant, and his shrewd little eyes seemed to be able to spit out fire.

This Sumu kid is clearly looking for an excuse and doesn’t want to give him the old refrigerator!

It's getting more and more cunning.

He always thought he was a smart man, but he didn't expect to be defeated in front of this kid.

"Humph, the deposit is not refundable, the chances are slim, those are all excuses!" Yan Bugui thought indignantly in his heart: "I think he is deliberately making things difficult for me, and doesn't want me to take advantage of this."

"He is so stingy that he eats so much that his mouth is full of grease, but he is not willing to share even the leftovers with others!"

The more he thought about it, the angrier he became, and his feet couldn't help but pace back and forth on the spot, as if he wanted to vent all his dissatisfaction on this innocent ground.

The night around him seemed to become darker because of his anger.

Even the occasional barking of dogs in the distance seemed particularly harsh.

"Sumu, ah Sumu, just wait and see!" Yan Bugui swore secretly in his heart.

"One day, I will let you know how powerful I, Yan Bugui, am!"

"Don't think you can stay so proud forever. One day, I will find an opportunity to let you have a taste of being schemed against!"

After saying that, he glared at the closed door fiercely and left.

At this moment, Su Mu thought of the two sisters of the Qin family, especially Qin Huairu.

That gentle yet tough woman, although the two of them have not made their relationship public over the past few days, the feelings between them have already taken root.

Thinking that they might not have had dinner yet, Su Mu couldn't help but feel a sense of pity.

He quickly packed up the roast chicken and remaining food on the table, and decided to bring some warmth to Qin Huairu under the cover of night.

I came to the utility room with familiarity.

After standing still, Su Mu knocked on the door lightly according to their agreement. The rhythm of three long, two short, and three long was particularly clear in the quiet night.

Inside the door, Qin Huairu was already having trouble falling asleep because of her longing for him.

The familiar knock on the door was like the sound of nature, causing her heart to beat faster and her cheeks to turn slightly red.

She quickly sat up from the bed, put on her coat, and tiptoed to the door.

After confirming that everything was correct, he quickly opened the door and pulled Su Mu in, fearing that he would alarm others.

"Brother Su, come in quickly!"

Her voice was full of surprise and eagerness.

As soon as she entered the utility room, Qin Huairu couldn't wait to throw herself into Su Mu's arms, as if only in this way could she truly feel his presence.

Su Mu hugged her tightly, feeling the warmth and attachment of the woman in his arms, and an indescribable tenderness surged in his heart.

Qin Huairu pressed her cheek against Su Mu's chest, listening to his strong heartbeat and feeling the long-lost peace of mind and warmth.

Her eyes sparkled with happiness, and her hands unconsciously wrapped around Su Mu's waist, pressing their bodies closer together.