Everything I bought on online shopping platforms was genuine.

Chapter 854 The Mute Bride?

Who would have thought that the father and son would be kicked out of their home on the first day of the Lunar New Year? It's quite a strange story.

Now look what happened! I didn't get the money, and I even got a beating. It's just ridiculous.

He was completely out of his mind at the time; it was a purely subconscious action. There was nothing he could do. Before, when he didn't have any pocket money, he had cooperated with his father many times. Although he always got punished in the end, his father always took the blame. This time, the father and son were both leaking electricity at the same time. If his mother still couldn't realize that her eldest son was involved, then she would be underestimating a teacher's intelligence.

Besides, with his current wealth of almost 100 million, it's shameful that he was kicked out for a few hundred dollars. It's so embarrassing.

"Ahem, son, how about you help your dad out? I'll pay you back if I win at cards today, how about that?"

Downstairs in the residential complex, after the father and son finished throwing out the trash, Old Lin couldn't help but speak up.

Lin Mo: "You, why did you have to show off yesterday? Otherwise, you could have kept two hundred."

Despite saying that, Lin Mo still transferred 200 yuan to Comrade Lao Lin. Don't ask why he didn't transfer more. It's just a game of cards, why transfer so much?
Gambling in moderation is harmless, but excessive gambling is harmful. It's okay to have some fun, but you should never let yourself get carried away.

"It has to be my son. I'm leaving now, Dad's leaving, see you tonight!"

After saying that, his father jogged out of the residential area and disappeared in a flash. Lin Mo had no choice but to get in the car. Since he couldn't go home, he could only drive around for a while.

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, there weren't as many people in the city as I had imagined, because I thought most people were in the countryside. However, there were quite a few cars in the city.

Lin Mo drove to Wanda Plaza, parked his car, found a KFC, ordered a coffee, and sat down to chat with Liu Ruyan while waiting for someone.

Of course, Lin Mo was pulled back into the group chat by Chuan Mei. Lin Mo, Miss Yuan, and Chuan Mei then sent out a lot of red envelopes.

Squad leader Wang and He Xiaoyue got really excited about it. Well, they had no choice but to help those who were still struggling after they got rich. The three of them had escaped the mire, so they had to lend a hand to their friends!

Old Zhao, on the other hand, surprisingly posted a message in the group during the Spring Festival to prove that he was still alive. The four of them chatted for a few minutes in the group, and then Old Zhao said he had something to do and left first.

Although this guy has been elusive for the past six months, at least he's alright, which puts the three of them at ease.

Professor Li and Professor Mu replied to his message, saying that everything was fine, and that the two elderly people, their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were all there, making the house lively. Lin Mo, as a student, would have to take a backseat for now.

Senior Sister Shen Qingnan remained aloof. She sent her a New Year's greeting, but only replied with an "Mm," probably because she was in a bad mood and was being pressured to get married.

At this point, it's best to leave it alone and stay away from that gas cylinder.

Meanwhile, Miss Yuan was staying at her maternal grandmother's house.

Miss Yuan had another fruitful day, and Ms. Zhao Yun beside her was also all smiles, but Young Master Yuan was completely miserable.

"Brother, forget it. You don't have the talent for this. If it weren't for the fact that you have a girlfriend this year, you wouldn't even get a hundred yuan!" Miss Yuan was holding several thick red envelopes in her hands, her small hands could hardly hold them, her big eyes were smiling like crescent moons, and she was very happy to see her brother.

Ms. Zhao Yun, who was standing nearby, also gained a lot from the conversation and couldn't help but advise, "Exactly, you insist on pretending. Everyone knows who you are. Are you the kind of person who would say such a thing?"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Hua sighed repeatedly and didn't want to pay any attention to the two of them.

There was nothing else to it; Yuan Hua had come to wish her grandparents a Happy New Year. She put her learning into practice and used the advanced technique of "retreating to advance" that Miss Yuan had used last night, but unexpectedly, it backfired.

The gist of it is that he deliberately lagged behind, waiting until Miss Yuan finished wishing her grandparents a Happy New Year and received her red envelope before he stepped forward, knelt down, and kowtowed.

Happy Chinese New Year, Grandma! Happy Chinese New Year, Grandpa!

"Grandma and Grandpa, what are you doing? I just missed you. I came to see Grandma, not to see money!"

"Hey? You really won't give it to me!"

Grandpa, I was wrong! Please don't give it to Yuanyuan anymore. My parents gave her mine too yesterday!

"Me, oh~~"

In Grandpa Jiang's words, it's like saying, "You don't want it? That's perfect, I'll buy some delicious food for my granddaughter."

I haven't seen you pass by here often!

Now you've seen it.

[You said you weren't here for the money.] In short, Young Master Yuan felt like he had been completely fooled, unaware that his little tricks were useless against Old Master Jiang.

Miss Yuan fully understood the meaning of the struggle for the heir apparent, and naturally understood what it meant to have one monkey tied up in one way.

She could use this trick on Old Yuan because she was usually disobedient, but suddenly became sensible during the New Year, which naturally pleased her father. Whether it was true or not, she put on a good show.

But in front of her maternal grandparents and paternal grandmother, she has always been a well-behaved child, so she doesn't need to pretend. If she did, it would be a flaw.

Moreover, it would be strange if her grandparents were to fall for her brother, who only comes a few times a year.

"By the way, how's your relationship with your girlfriend going? Have you settled things yet?" Ms. Zhao asked.

Upon hearing this, Miss Yuan quickly raised her hand: "That's about right. My mother said that we'll get engaged in the first month of the lunar calendar and get married on May 1st, or at the latest, October 1st this year. There's no way we can delay it!"

"That's great news! My aunt will be overjoyed!" Zhao Yun said with a smile.

To this, Miss Yuan said proudly, "Tch, the credit for this success goes entirely to my friend. By the way, I just sent Xiaoyue 10,000 yuan separately. Remember to transfer it to me! Otherwise, on our wedding day, I'll make her stand on the table to eat, and see how embarrassed you are!"

Yuan Hua:
It has to be said that although He Xiaoyue didn't have a boyfriend and her earning speed couldn't compare to that of Director Wang and the class monitor combined, she made a great contribution by helping Yuan Hua chat with his current boyfriend and even bringing up topics like looking at his legs. Naturally, she received many benefits.

At this moment, He Xiaoyue was happily looking at the numbers in her WeChat Wallet and grinning like an idiot.

Meanwhile, Lin Mo finally met the person he was waiting for.

"What's up, buddy? You asked me out on the first day of the Lunar New Year? Did you regret it and want to see what the class beauty looks like now?" Lao Wan asked curiously as soon as he sat down.

Fortunately, it was afternoon. If it were morning, he wouldn't have had time to come out, since he would have to visit relatives and friends on the first day of the Lunar New Year!
Hearing this, Lin Mo rolled her eyes at him: "Get lost and stay somewhere else. I just didn't want to talk to you, so I asked you to come out and stay for a while!"

"Later? The two of us?"

"Otherwise, how do we gather a few more people to fill a table?" Lin Mo said helplessly.

To this, Lao Wan waved his hand: "It's not that bad. So, what are we going to do later? Watch a movie?"

"What the hell am I supposed to do watching a movie with a guy like you? These days, most of the people in the movies are couples. It would be so intrusive for two men to go," Lin Mo spat.

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, there are an unusually large number of couples and blind dates. No matter how bad a movie is, it's always packed to capacity, not to mention those movies that are actually of good quality.

He did want to go check it out, but when he checked his phone, there were no tickets left, so he had to give up!

Hearing this, Lao Wan curled his lip: "Brother, I don't want to hear you say that. I gave up my time with my blind date to come and be with you, and I can't even watch a movie?"
Without you, I'd probably be holding hands with my blind date in the movie theater by now.

Upon hearing this, Lin Mo immediately became interested: "Damn, you went on a blind date? I didn't hear you mention it!"

"Isn't it normal to go on blind dates? Besides, they've only met once, and they haven't even made an appointment yet!" Old Wan said with a laugh.

Seeing his worthless appearance, Lin Mo knew that the other person must be quite good-looking, and couldn't help but ask, "So, you've taken a liking to him?"

"Hmm," Old Wan nodded, "The girl is incredibly beautiful, but she's a little disabled, she's mute, but I don't mind!"

As she spoke, she pulled out a photo from her phone. Lin Mo glanced at it and exclaimed, "Wow, he's really good-looking! No wonder you agreed. It's good that he can't speak properly; at least we won't argue after marriage!"

Only married men know how wonderful a beautiful but mute wife truly is.

Before Lao Wan could even reply, his phone beeped.

Lin Mo then noticed that Lao Wan's expression changed from happy to distress at a speed visible to the naked eye.

"What's wrong, bro? What happened?" Lin Mo asked.

Upon hearing this, Lao Wan sighed and said, "I told my mother that I've taken a liking to that girl, and I don't care even if she's mute. I asked my mother to ask the matchmaker."

The matchmaker said, "The girl wasn't mute; she just didn't like me, that's why she didn't talk to me."

Lin Mo:
(End of this chapter)