Courtyard House: He Daqing Forces Qin Huairu into Marrying at the Beginning

They won't even put in much bait, how can they expect the fish to bite?

Yan Bugui's stinginess is well-known; he certainly wouldn't spend money on fish bait. He'd be lucky to find a worm in the grass nearby.

"You can't say that about the Qing Dynasty."

You won't go poor from eating or dressing, but you will if you don't plan ahead.

Even the smallest mosquito leg is still meat.

"My technique is good, so using less bait isn't a big problem."

Yan Bugui said in a very serious tone.

His shrewdness is the foundation of his character, and he will not easily change it.

"I'm not talking to you anymore, or the fish will really get away."

He Daqing smiled slightly and did not try to persuade him further.

"It is easier to change mountains and rivers than to change one's nature." Yan Bugui's personality was formed over many years.

He rarely realizes this until his children betray him.

The two sat calmly on the ground, watching the movements on the water's surface.

With nothing to do, He Daqing stuck his fishing rod in the ground, took out a handful of peanuts, melon seeds, and candy from his pocket, and went to the back to distribute them to his wife and daughter.

Sitting on the side for too long can get boring, so you need some snacks to pass the time.

He Daqing was eating sunflower seeds on the grass behind when Yan Bugui suddenly turned around and let out a cheer.

"It's on the hook, Daqing! Come and see, a fish has taken the bait."

He Daqing ran to the water's edge in two quick steps, and looked at the bobber bobbing in the water with a look of excitement on his face.

Yan Bugui clicked his tongue as he reeled in the fishing line.

"I told you, technique is more important, bait is secondary."

If you want me to teach you, I don't need much, just ten thousand yuan will do.

Yan Bugui was in such a hurry to speak that he didn't realize something was wrong for a moment.

He Daqing pulled out his fishing rod and slowly began to reel in the line, all the while making a sarcastic remark.

"Old Yan, I think you forgot your glasses when you went out today."

"This……"

Lifting the fishing rod, Yan Bugui looked bewildered and embarrassed as he saw that the hook was empty.

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He wanted to show off his skills, but instead he slapped himself in the face, the sound echoing loudly.

Yan Bugui has really lost face this time.

He Daqing reeled in the fishing line, and a plump carp gradually came into view.

"Look at this carp, it must weigh at least three pounds."

Looks like I'm lucky.

"Old Yan, where's your fish?"

He Daqing held the carp firmly in his grasp, then turned around and mocked Yan Bugui.

The carp was very fierce; it started struggling even before it was off the hook.

He Daqing's hand slipped, and he almost lost his grip.

"Da Qing, look at you, you come out fishing without even bringing a bucket. Don't let the fish get away."

"Why don't you put it in my bucket?"

Yan Bugui quickly changed the subject.

They were trying to use the bucket as an excuse to salvage their last shred of dignity.

"Does one fish really need a bucket?"

"Just find something and string it together."

No sooner had He Daqing finished speaking than Qin Huairu rushed over with a willow branch in her hand.

"Brother Daqing, this is for you."

Qin Huairu was prepared. When she used to catch fish in Qin Family Village, she didn't have buckets to hold the fish. She would just string together some tough plants and carry them home.

"It came at just the right time."

He Daqing took the willow branch, strung the fish together, and handed it to his wife.

"Being able to catch this fish makes the trip worthwhile."

"Brother Daqing is amazing."

Qin Huairu's eyes gleamed; she could have an extra meal tonight.

I wonder how my husband will cook this carp—steam it or braise it?

Just thinking about He Daqing's cooking skills makes me feel like everything he cooks will taste delicious.

Chapter 28 Unexpected Discovery

The sweet sight of He Daqing and his wife made Yan Bugui feel dizzy.

We're all about the same age, so why are our lives so different?

As a teacher, Yan Bugui had a certain arrogance about him, and he never really looked down on He Daqing, who wielded the ladle.

I never expected to be completely crushed today; I can barely breathe.

"It's getting late, I'll head back now."

Yan Bugui quickly packed up his fishing gear, grabbed his small bucket, and ran away.

It's one thing to not catch any fish, but it's another to find that the bait on the hook is also gone.

That was half an earthworm that Yan Bugui had painstakingly dug out; he lost a fortune.

Watching Yan Bugui flee in panic, Mr. and Mrs. He Daqing couldn't help but chuckle.

Looking ahead, this old miser still dares to pretend.

With their catch secured and a good harvest for the day, and having had their fill of fun, He Daqing and his family headed home.

He Yushui had been craving fish for a long time and kept asking her father to cook fish for her that night.

Seeing He Yushui's antics, Qin Huairu even wanted to give her another younger brother or sister.

On his way home, while passing through a certain alley, He Daqing suddenly saw Yi Zhonghai.

Yi Zhonghai was dressed in a blue cloth shirt and wearing a hat. He bent down, holding a cigarette, seemingly asking someone for directions.

He Daqing's mind raced, and he immediately realized the key point.

The area nearby is where Liu Wu lives, so it seems that Yi Zhonghai hasn't given up looking for clues.

He stopped his bicycle and turned to his wife and daughter sitting behind him, saying, "Huai Ru, I suddenly have something I need to take care of."

"Take the rainwater with you and go back first."

He Daqing would never let Yi Zhonghai succeed.

Jia Xudong's happy life must not be ruined by his unscrupulous master.

"Okay, Brother Daqing, you go ahead."

Be careful on the road.

Qin Huairu got out of the car and earnestly gave her instructions.

Qin Huairu believed that her husband's sudden departure must be due to something important, and she didn't ask too many questions.

"You all be careful too, and pay attention to safety."

In broad daylight, Beijing is quite safe.

After giving his instructions, He Daqing turned and chased after Yi Zhonghai.

Yi Zhonghai had not given up searching for Liu Wu these past few days. After several twists and turns, he finally found the target's residence after a lot of effort.

I rushed over to find someone while I was off work today.

Arriving at Liu Wu's courtyard, Yi Zhonghai tidied his clothes and went to knock on the door.

Is Liu Wu home?

"Dong dong dong."

A crisp knock sounded on the door, and after a while, there was no sound from inside.

The gate to the courtyard opened a crack, and a weasel-faced, buck-toothed young man with a receding hairline peeked out.

"who are you!"

Yi Zhonghai forced a smile, took out a pack of Daqianmen cigarettes from his pocket, and handed one to the young man.

"I am Yi Zhonghai from Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill. I have important matters to discuss with Liu Wu today."

The buck-toothed youth frowned, refusing even the cigarette offered to him, and impatiently shooed it away.

"Liu Wu isn't home, you should go back right away."

"I really have something important to ask for your help."

Yi Zhonghai shamelessly continued to beg.

If Liu Wu cannot be found, Jia Xudong's trail will be cut off.

"I already said, he's not here, so get out of here!"

After the buck-toothed youth finished speaking, he slammed the door shut without any hesitation.