Courtyard House: Starting as a mediocre engineer

At this moment, Zhuang Zhongchen vaguely sensed that although his memories had completely merged with those of the original body, this fusion was still primarily based on his body before the transmigration. It was simply that everything was recorded in his mind. He would certainly know the important things, but the specific details required patient and careful review.

Even so, the time he had spent in the time travel was far too short to have a chance to thoroughly review everything. Therefore, he was completely baffled by Qin Huairu's unusual behavior.

If the original owner's memories are correct, just over ten days ago, Jia Dongxu had an accident at the steel rolling mill and tragically died in a workplace accident. After that, the image was hung on the wall, becoming one of the main characters in "Birds Fill the Courtyard."

Furthermore, human life was relatively cheap in those days. Within just a few days, under the arrangement of the steel mill and Uncle Yi Zhonghai, Jia Dongxu's funeral arrangements were all completed. Apart from the Jia family, everyone else in the courtyard returned to their normal lives.

Oh, it seems I still owe the Jia family 3.4 yuan. It was Qin Huairu's sewing work. The original owner of this body considered herself a college student cadre; she seemed to have the airs of a young master but not the life of one. Always generous with her money, too lazy to do those household chores?

But... he even owes the Jia family money? He completely ignores Jia Zhangshi's tantrums? He's really something else!

However, Zhuang Zhongchen's bewildered expression led to a misunderstanding by Qin Huairu.

You know what, Qin Huairu looked pitiful, on the verge of tears, exuding the alluring charm of a mature woman. She quickly moved closer, buried her head in Zhuang Zhongchen's chest, and said softly, "You jerk, are you going to turn your back on me after you've done your thing? How am I supposed to face anyone now? Waaah!"

Zhuang Zhongchen: (⊙_⊙)

At this moment, words simply cannot describe Zhuang Zhongchen's shock. Great Sage! What kind of incredible plot twist is this?!

Fortunately, Zhuang Zhongchen still retained some of his "scumbag" traits. Quick-thinking, he pulled Qin Huairu into his arms and softly comforted her, "How could that be? My sweetheart."

"You heartless man. You never called me baby before. You called me... called me... It's so embarrassing. Waaah." Qin Huairu twisted her body and kept acting coquettishly.

"..." Zhuang Zhongchen was speechless, but sweet words flowed from his mouth without warning. "Huai Ru, that's not important. You know me; I've always been sincere towards my women."

"Hmm. What about the baby? I'm almost three months along. Didn't you say that the boy would be named Huai Shu (槐树, meaning Locust Tree) and the girl Huai Hua (槐花, meaning Locust Flower)?"

(⊙_⊙)

Damn, there's so much information! Zhuang Zhongchen felt a little dizzy. Wait, did the original owner already dig such a huge hole?

"Of course I'm reliable. You and the child are in my hands from now on." Since he was going to be killed anyway, Zhuang Zhongchen simply closed his eyes and patted his chest to assure him.

"Hmph, then I'll trust you one more time." A sly glint flashed in Qin Huairu's eyes. She stood on tiptoe and kissed Zhuang Zhongchen. "You rascal, then I'm leaving you and the child. I don't ask for any title, I'll always keep my body for you."

"Hehe." Zhuang Zhongchen stroked Qin Huairu's belly. Unexpectedly, the pretty widow deliberately stuck out her belly.

"I won't say any more, there are too many people around." Qin Huairu struggled to leave, throwing several flirtatious glances. She suddenly called out, "Chenzi, do these clothes need mending? Sanmao's about the same, right?"

"Yes, yes!" Zhuang Zhongchen reacted just as quickly. Suddenly, he noticed that Qin Huairu was staring at the leftover food on the table, especially the meat dishes.

This was the last year of the three-year period of hardship. Ordinary families rarely saw meat, so they were particularly craving it.

Zhuang Zhongchen waved his hand readily: "If you want them, you can take them all."

We can't care if the innocent-looking woman is sucking our blood and losing her fans. At a time like this, let's give Qin Huairu and the baby in her belly more nutrition!

Qin Huairu smiled sweetly and said happily, "You don't need so much. I'll save some for you. You haven't had breakfast yet, have you?"

"what ever."

As Qin Huairu was carrying several pots of leftovers, preparing to leave, she swayed her hips and turned back with a flirtatious glare, giving him a big eye roll...

……

After finally seeing off Bai Lianhua, Zhuang Zhongchen was drenched in sweat.

What the hell happened? Did the original owner of this body have an affair with Qin Huairu before? And was even Huaihua her child?

However, upon closer examination, it's now 61. In the original story, the events of "Qin Man Siheyuan" begin in 65. Considering the timeline, this is quite plausible. Perhaps the original owner of this body did indeed cuckold Jia Dongxu.

Furthermore, there were no paternity tests in those days. Jia Dongxu and Jia Zhangshi also died one after another, and as long as Qin Huairu didn't say anything, no one investigated, and the truth was kept hidden forever. Even Huaihua had no idea.

Furthermore, the original owner of this body had already suffered from alcohol poisoning and should have died in 61, right? Therefore, in the original story, the courtyard house had long forgotten about the original owner, right? There is no trace of "Zhuang Zhongchen" at all.

Of course, the absence of any trace does not mean that "Zhuang Zhongchen" does not exist, nor does it mean that this event did not exist.

As for how they got together? You could guess even with your ass, right?

It's clear from the original story that Qin Huairu has always been a sucker for good looks. Even Jia Dongxu, before her death, was at least the most handsome man in the courtyard.

On the contrary, she dragged things out for four whole years with He Yuzhu, who was a simp. She even introduced Qin Jingru to him, indicating that she had no interest in this greasy and slovenly old man. Even after the two eventually married for various reasons, Qin Jingru still refused to have her IUD removed, and subconsciously, she still strongly resisted He Yuzhu.

Therefore, seeing an idol like Zhuang Zhongchen is like dry wood meeting a raging fire, isn't it?

Okay! Anyway, it's all the pretty widow's fault. The innocent girl is just a charming little vixen!

It's really not my fault. I'm only 19, bro! I'm still a kid!

Fortunately, he had bought a lot of staple food from the restaurant yesterday, and with the leftovers, Zhuang Zhongchen finished his breakfast in a few bites.

After washing the dishes and chopsticks, Zhuang Zhongchen filled a basin with water and dried himself off.

It's clear that the original owner of this body cared quite a bit about her image as a cadre. Therefore, she had a few decent clothes at home.

He put on a white shirt, trousers, a belt, and finally a pair of leather shoes. Looking in the mirror, Zhuang Zhongchen nodded in satisfaction.

Although this outfit is very simple, and aside from being clean, it has virtually no other redeeming qualities, I'm still a natural clothes hanger; I look handsome in anything!

After waiting quietly for a while, I found that the beginner's task was not completed.

Zhuang Zhongchen smiled slightly; he wasn't particularly disappointed. If sending leftovers to his woman and children was considered a good deed? The system's beginner quests were way too easy!

Realizing it was almost time, Zhuang Zhongchen slipped a pen into his shirt pocket. Then, carrying his leather briefcase, he walked briskly towards the door…