Siheyuan: I will never tolerate gambling and drugs!

Xu Lin looked at the scene

He chuckled inwardly, thinking, "Does he really think he's that easy to bully?" Without hesitation, he spoke directly.

Ask for my opinion...

Xu Lin stopped mid-sentence and continued smoking. He took a deep drag, slowly exhaled, and rubbed his temple with the hand holding the cigarette. The men who had been beaten and tricked last time were familiar with this gesture.

This kid seemed to have done the same thing before he did something naughty last time. Their eyelids twitched, but they patiently waited for Xu Lin to continue.

Xu Lin deliberately kept quiet, took another drag of his cigarette, and then casually tossed the half-eaten butt away. Yan Bugui keenly noticed this detail and immediately lifted his buttocks, ready to rush out.

However, considering the occasion and his image as the boss, he sat back down, inwardly resenting Xu Lin's wastefulness and lack of tact. Fortunately, everyone was waiting for Xu Lin to speak, and no one noticed his actions.

Xu Lin, seeing that these people had waited long enough and that he had achieved his goal of toying with them, fearing that some of them would suffocate if he didn't speak soon, said something astonishing.

"Taking care of your ancestor is no big deal. Here's what we'll do: from now on, I'll take care of this ancestor of yours. No need to take turns; I'm the only one in my family anyway. Supporting your ancestor, who doesn't have many days left, shouldn't be a problem. After all, he's your ancestor."

As for the three old men offering a monthly subsidy of 1.5 yuan for their ancestor, I don't need it. Your ancestor is old and can't eat much. I can afford to cover his food expenses, but your ancestor...

Those present were initially shocked by Xu Lin's words, thinking they could finally teach this bastard a lesson. However, as Xu Lin kept repeating that the deaf old woman was their ancestor, and seeing that he showed no signs of stopping and was becoming increasingly incessant, their faces grew darker and darker.

Everyone was blushing, on the verge of losing their temper, realizing that this bastard was just going to hurl insults. Finally, when Xu Lin was halfway through his sentence, Liu Haizhong couldn't take it anymore, his face turning red and his neck bulging. He directly interrupted Xu Lin.

"That's enough, Xu Lin! You keep calling me 'your ancestors.' Are you swearing? Saying it once is enough, but you keep repeating it on purpose! Aren't you your ancestors?"

Just tell me if it's okay, if you have any objections or difficulties. Don't keep rambling on and on.

Xu Lin saw that someone couldn't hold back anymore, so he stood up and started criticizing.

"My Xu family genealogy is still running, these aren't my ancestors. These are the ancestors you recognize, they have nothing to do with me. You're asking me to support your ancestors, why can't I even speak?"

Besides, what did I say wrong? Just now, that old man was calling you "ancestor" so happily, and you listened with a smile and didn't object. So why can't I use that title to say I'm willing to support your ancestors...?

""you""

Liu Haizhong's hands trembled with anger, and he couldn't utter a single word for a long time. Seeing that Liu Haizhong was about to make a move, and fearing that Xu Lin might seize the opportunity to attack again and repeat the previous scene, Yan Bugui quickly stepped in to control the situation, putting on a smiling, benevolent expression and saying...

"Calm down, everyone. Xu Lin isn't wrong. Old Liu, sit down too, don't take it to heart with a young person."

Since Xu Lin has personally stated that he won't proactively offer to support the ancestors in the future, then Xu Lin will be responsible for their care from now on. Therefore, there will be no more rotation; it's settled then...

Just as Yan Bugui was about to finalize the matter, Xu Lin interrupted him.

"Let's get this straight first, since I'll be taking care of your ancestor from now on, the house in her backyard belongs to me. I'll take your ancestor back today, and we'll register it with the neighborhood committee tomorrow..."

Upon hearing this, Yi Zhonghai and the others immediately became anxious. They hadn't agreed to the offer of a house, and Yi Zhonghai immediately spoke up.

"Since you've said he's our institute's ancestor, how can we let you be the only one supporting him? That wouldn't be right. If outsiders found out, they'd think we're ganging up on the family of a martyr."

Let's stick to our previous agreement and take turns caring for the elderly. This will also encourage other residents in the compound to show filial piety and uphold the traditional virtues promoted by the organization.

After saying that, he gave Yan Bugui and Liu Haizhong a look, and Yan Bugui and Liu Haizhong realized what was going on and quickly tried to cover it up.

"Yes, yes, how can we rely on just a young person like you who just moved in? We've lived with our ancestors for so many years, it's not right for just one person to do it. Let's take turns, one family per year."

At this moment, the others in the courtyard, reminded by Xu Lin, also realized what was going on. "That's right, that old geezer still has three large rooms in his house. That's a lot of money. How to divide it definitely needs to be made clear. Everyone who's lived in this courtyard for so long has helped this old man; why shouldn't they get a share?"

Seeing that these people had taken the bait, Xu Lin spoke again, calmly saying...

"Then let's start from now on. We'll go to the neighborhood office to register our support for the elderly lady tomorrow. Only those who have supported your ancestors will be entitled to a share of their house when they pass away."

Those who haven't provided support, after your ancestors pass away, everything left behind will be irrelevant to them. I will have this certified by the neighborhood committee. I'll provide support for the first year; if your ancestors reach their end, don't try to claim my house then.

The moment these words were spoken, the entire courtyard erupted in chaos. The three stewards had considered dividing the deaf old woman's house, but it was a matter they couldn't discuss openly. Now that Xu Lin had brought it up directly, the three were instantly at a loss; agreeing was one thing, but refusing was another.

He agreed. Everyone knows Xu Lin's medical skills; killing an elderly woman silently wouldn't be too difficult for him. If the old woman dies during this time, and the house is already registered with the local authorities, it will definitely belong to Xu Lin.

If they didn't agree, they had already said what they wanted to say, and the three of them had agreed that Xu Lin would be the first to arrive. Opposing now would be a slap in the face, but if they objected and the others stood up for Xu Lin, they would still be in a difficult position.

Thinking of this, Yi Zhonghai hated Xu Lin to the core. Previously, the entire courtyard was under his control. But when Xu Lin arrived, not only did he beat him up without a word, but he also completely disregarded him, severely impacting Yi Zhonghai's authority and retirement plans.

Just as the situation reached a stalemate, with everyone hesitating, an old voice came from the backyard.

"I'm not dead yet, and they're all starting to plot against my house."

The deaf old lady had been eavesdropping the whole time. Of course, she wanted Xu Lin to support her. She had seen how poorly Xiao Yushui was being fed lately. But ultimately, in the courtyard, she still relied on Yi Zhonghai and the others for support, so she had to step in to help her out.

That Xu Lin didn't take her seriously at all. She knew she wouldn't feel secure relying on him. It was precisely this misjudgment that caused the deaf old woman to miss her chance to enjoy her twilight years.

"I'm not going anywhere. I have my own home and I receive welfare. I don't need anyone to support me. The three old men in charge usually take pity on me and give me some food, which I eat a couple of bites of. I remember anyone in the yard who takes pity on me and gives me a couple of bites of food."

Anyone who tries to take over my house, I'll fight them to the death!

After speaking, she glanced at Xu Lin. The implication was clear. Xu Lin, of course, knew that the old woman was siding with Yi Zhonghai.

"Old woman, you're their ancestor. They only acknowledge you because they don't have any ancestors in their family, but I don't. I'm not after your house either. But ultimately, a house is just an external possession. However, the three managers discussed having me take care of you in your old age."

You can't say, "I'll take care of you until you pass away, and then those three will secretly divide up the house and everything else." If they can get a share of your house, why shouldn't I, who did all the work, get one?

Or are you all secretly planning to use the pretense of taking turns caring for the elderly to extort money from me, the newcomer?

The deaf old woman finally realized that Xu Lin was not someone to be trifled with. She glanced at Yi Zhonghai and the other two, her reproach evident in her eyes.

Now that everyone in the hospital has seen through her bias towards Yi Zhonghai and his group, and Xu Lin has already made his point so clearly, it will be difficult for her to ask for help from the hospital staff in the future.

Okay, okay.

This matter may not end there. This old woman isn't going anywhere. I'll stay here, and I'll remember who gives me food. How the house is divided can wait until I'm dead; no one is allowed to covet it now!

He turned and left without giving anyone else a chance to speak. Xu Lin then seized the opportunity to shout at the top of his lungs.

"Deaf old lady, who exactly are you planning to give this house to? It can't just be left to Yi Zhonghai alone..."

Get out!

The deaf old woman shouted angrily, then quickened her pace and disappeared from sight. Everyone else's gaze towards Yi Zhonghai changed; even Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui's expressions turned grim.

Seeing that the entire college meeting had turned out this way, Yi Zhonghai didn't know what to say. He simply waved his hand and said with a livid face.

"The second matter, let's leave it for now. I've discussed it with the other two gentlemen, and we'll discuss it at a large meeting. That's all for today. Everyone go home and prepare for tomorrow's discussion about the joint public-private ownership of the steel rolling mill."

Xu Lin, however, persisted, shouting at the top of his lungs.

"No, don't end it yet!"

Old Yi, Old Liu, Old Yan

I was even willing to support your ancestors, so I don't want the house anymore. We'll all go to the neighborhood committee tomorrow to sign a voluntary relinquishment agreement. Even if it ends up falling on us, we'll donate it to the neighborhood committee, okay?

Hearing this, the three quickened their pace and left without looking back from this troublesome place. Seeing that the three managers had left, the others also dispersed. Xu Damao, standing to the side, looked at Xu Lin with shining eyes.

Wow, that's awesome, bro!

For so many years, I've been driven to despair by their biased support, feeling utterly helpless. I admire your skill in handling this.

Xu Lin waved his hand. Having read the original story, he knew the grievances this kid had suffered, and sometimes it was indeed understandable that they took sides.

"Alright, go to sleep early. With all the hard work your family has done for the Lou family over the years, I believe there's a good chance you'll get a permanent job at the steel mill after it becomes a joint public-private enterprise. Stop with the nonsense."

Xu Damao was even more shocked upon hearing this. After all, it was his father who had called him over privately and told him not to talk about it. Xu Lin knew he was definitely shocked, but he didn't dare to ask any more questions. He only said a few more words before going back.

Xu Lin washed up and went to bed. However, his mind was still preoccupied with Tan's alluring beauty that afternoon...

She has to be a young married woman~