Courtyard House: New Life, New Silly Zhu

Chapter 72 Proposal

After He Yuzhu finished his introduction, Yan Bugui introduced Yang Lifang.

"Uncle, this comrade is named Yang Lifang. She's a saleswoman at the supply and marketing cooperative and also my girlfriend," He Yuzhu said, introducing Yang Lifang with a hint of pride.

The job of a sales clerk is not one that just anyone can do. In some cases, sales clerks are even more sought after than ordinary workers, and they were later known as the "Eight Great Jobs".

Upon hearing He Yuzhu's introduction, Yang Lifang took two steps closer to He Yuzhu and said with a smile to Yan Bugui, "Teacher Yan, hello, my name is Yang Lifang, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Yan Bugui was even happier to hear Yang Lifang call him "teacher": "Hello, hello."

After Yan Bugui finished speaking, Yang Lifang said, "Teacher Yan, just now you called my boyfriend He Yuzhu 'Silly Zhu'?" Yang Lifang's tone was slightly puzzled.

He Yuzhu glanced at Yang Lifang and sensed that his partner probably wanted to say something.

Yan Bugui was a shrewd man, and when he heard Yang Lifang say that, he immediately knew what she wanted to say.

"Girl, it was a slip of the tongue," Yan Bugui immediately interjected. "He Yuzhu wasn't originally called Shazhu. It was a nickname his father gave him, so we neighbors got used to calling him by that nickname."

Yang Lifang maintained her smile and said, "Oh, I see. But, Teacher Yan, as a cultured person, it's not a good habit for you to call others by nicknames."

Now Yan Bugui understood that this girl didn't want to correct the matter; she probably wanted to use her words to tell the people in the courtyard.

"Hehe, yes, yes, as a teacher, I shouldn't call Zhuzi that. I'll change it in the future."

"Thank you, Teacher Yan. But I still think our Zhuzi is at the age where we should be talking about marriage, so it's not appropriate to call him by his nickname anymore. Don't you think so?"

"Yes, you're right. It's one thing to call him 'Silly Pillar' when we were kids, but we should change it now that we're older."

"Thank you so much, Teacher Yan. No wonder you're the person in charge of the compound and also a teacher."

You're still quite understanding; after all, "Silly Zhu" is a nickname his father gave him, but others can't call him that.

Yan Bugui smiled and nodded, as if acknowledging Yang Lifang's words. Then he looked at He Yuzhu standing to the side and said with a smile, "Zhuzi, you really married a good girl. Treat her well."

He Yuzhu nodded in agreement, thinking to himself that his partner was really something else.

After delivering the rainwater to the side room, He Yuzhu escorted Yang Lifang to her dormitory.

"Xiao Fang, I only realized today how sharp your tongue is," He Yuzhu said with admiration.

Yang Lifang glanced at He Yuzhu and asked with a smile, "So, Brother Zhu, why do you think I'm good with words?"

"Are you testing me?" He Yuzhu asked, though he used a question, but his tone was one of certainty.

"Just now you not only made it clear that Yan Bugui could no longer call me Shazhu, but you also used his status as a teacher and the head of the courtyard to pressure him, making him tell everyone in the courtyard that they are not allowed to call me Shazhu anymore, right?" He Yuzhu looked into Yang Lifang's eyes.

"Brother Zhu, it seems you're quite smart, so why do you sometimes act so naively?"

Yang Lifang asked, puzzled.

He Yuzhu felt a little embarrassed by these words. He couldn't very well say that he had been arrogant in the past and thought that after he changed, people would stop calling him that.

However, He Yuzhu didn't say anything, but Yang Lifang continued, "Brother Zhu, do you know? There are people like you in our village too."

Yang Lifang paused slightly before continuing, "There was a kind old man in our village who was nice to everyone. Sometimes people would call him by nicknames, the kind that were insulting, but he wouldn't get angry. Over time, he got used to it, and eventually, people got used to bullying him. You know, in the end, he jumped into the river because people looked down on him and mocked him. Even his family was bullied."

"I'm not saying this to blame you. I just want to tell you not to be too kind. If someone bullies you, you have to fight back. That way, you won't be bullied." After saying this, He Yuzhu was silent for a moment before saying, "I understand, Xiaofang. Don't worry, I won't let anyone bully us. Trust me."

After they finished talking, the two arrived at the entrance of the supply and marketing cooperative's dormitory. He Yuzhu looked at Yang Lifang and said with a smile, "Xiaofang, it's getting late, you should get some rest."

Yang Lifang nodded and walked towards the dormitory. He Yuzhu looked at Yang Lifang and couldn't help but call out to her, "Xiaofang, wait a minute."

Hearing He Yuzhu's words, Yang Lifang turned to look at him, her puzzled expression exceptionally beautiful. He Yuzhu looked at Yang Lifang, took two steps forward, hugged her, and said, "Let's get married in a while, okay?"

Yang Lifang stiffened slightly as He Yuzhu hugged her, but she was quickly drawn in by his words. She looked up at him, remembering his gentleness and thoughtfulness, and felt a warmth in her heart. She said, "Okay, I'm willing."

He Yuzhu chuckled foolishly as he returned home. Lying in bed, he couldn't sleep, his mind filled with images of Yang Lifang.

To his surprise, Yang Lifang agreed, and he felt incredibly lucky. He had initially thought his words had been too outrageous and was even considering apologizing.

Now it seems there's no need for that at all. Yang Lifang agreed to his request, and now he just needs to figure out how to tidy up the house to welcome his future mistress.

The next morning, it was another sunny day, and He Yuzhu got up early.

Last Sunday's banquet finally made him famous, and today he has been invited to host another banquet.

After skillfully tidying up all the kitchen utensils, He Yuzhu knocked on the door and called out, "Yushui, I'm going out now."

When I get home in the evening, I'll cook something for myself for lunch.

Just as she finished speaking and was about to leave, He Yushui opened the door to the side room.

"What's going on today, so early?" Today is Sunday, and He Yuping usually sleeps in late every Sunday.

He Yushui said excitedly, "Brother. It's Sunday today and Sister Yang isn't working either. We agreed yesterday that she would teach me how to knit today."

Seeing He Yushui's excited expression, He Yuzhu said with a smile, "Go ahead, be careful. Also, your sister Yang will be your sister-in-law from now on."

Upon hearing this, He Yushui jumped up with joy and shouted, "Great! I have a sister-in-law now! Great!"

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He Yuzhu looked at He Yushui, shook his head with a smile, and turned to leave the courtyard.