From humble beginnings to the pinnacle of life

Seeing her making such a fuss, I just thought it was outrageous.

I don't know what surprised her. Isn't this normal?

I couldn't take it anymore and said in a stronger tone, "Don't make so many demands. I've already been more than fair. If you can't accept it, go back to being your pampered princess and stop making fun of me."

Seeing that I was really serious and angry, Su Qing immediately backed down and muttered softly:

"Why are you being so fierce? If you're going to stay, can't you just talk to me properly?"

I completely lost my temper.

I was just trying to help her with her accommodation problem, but it's like I did something wrong.

I was too lazy to say much, so I quickly agreed.

Then he immediately took Su Qing to see the house and went to the hotel to pick up her suitcase.

Li Dong is an old buddy who used to work as a delivery driver; he has a straightforward and honest personality.

The house was in perfect condition and very clean. Although it was a bit small, it had everything you needed.

Su Qing was still looking around inside, her face full of reluctance.

At this moment, Li Dong pulled me aside into the stairwell, offered me a cigarette, and asked curiously:

"Brother Lin, wow! This beauty is your girlfriend? She's so gorgeous, like a movie star! You're so lucky!"

I smiled and shook my head, saying, "No, just a friend."

"Friend?" Li Dong was stunned for a moment. "Then this person's looks are just too good! This appearance and temperament are really top-notch."

I didn't talk much about Su Qing, and I wasn't surprised that others had such high praise for her.

When I first saw her, I was also amazed by her beauty.

She's the kind of person you can't forget after just one look at her.

Li Dong, being quite sensible, stopped gossiping and said seriously, "Brother Lin, don't worry, the house is absolutely fine. I paid for the air conditioner and washing machine myself, and it's fully furnished with all the appliances. The only thing is that it doesn't have a gas stove, but I don't usually cook, so I didn't install one."

"Okay, I think it's a good idea. You bought so much furniture and appliances, and you're subletting it to me at the original price of 450? Isn't that a good deal?"

Li Dong laughed heartily: "Brother Lin, you're being too polite! We used to run food delivery together, didn't you help me a lot? This is nothing, why should I be so polite?"

My heart warmed, and just as I was about to speak, Su Qing walked out of the room.

She still spoke in that haughty, high-and-mighty tone, saying indifferently, "The house is barely habitable, but it's too small. Just make do with it."

Upon hearing this, Li Dong's smile froze instantly, clearly embarrassed by her attitude.

I ignored her and turned to Li Dong, saying, "Brother, it's settled then. But I'm a little short on cash lately, so I'll transfer you one month's rent upfront, and I'll pay you back monthly thereafter."

Li Dong waved his hand dismissively: "It's no big deal, Brother Lin, don't worry about it. Just pay monthly, I also pay online every month."

After saying that, he leaned closer to me and lowered his voice to remind me:

"By the way, Brother Lin, I have something to tell you. This is public rental housing, and the policy doesn't allow subletting. The tenant is still in my name. You can live there privately, but don't tell anyone, or you'll get into trouble."

I understand. Public rental housing is strictly regulated, and unauthorized subletting is strictly prohibited.

However, such private subletting is very common and is considered an unspoken rule in the industry. As long as it is not publicized, there will be no problem.

I nodded solemnly: "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. Congratulations on moving to your new home!"

After seeing Li Dong off, I returned to my room and wandered around for a while.

This house is really nice, it even has a small balcony.

The key is that it's an apartment building with an elevator, and the transportation is convenient.

This price is a steal.

But Su Qing still looked dissatisfied, as if she found fault with everything.

I laid my cards on the line and told him directly, "If you choose to live outside, you have to accept all of this. Like I said, if you can't accept it, go back to being your pampered princess."

Su Qing immediately rolled her eyes at me and muttered under her breath, "I didn't say I couldn't stay, why do you keep bringing this up? You're so long-winded."

I didn't say anything more, and simply said, "Okay, then clean the room yourself. I'll go back to the station to get busy. Be on time for work tomorrow morning, don't be late."

After saying that, I turned around and prepared to leave.

Su Qing suddenly spoke up: "Wait!"

I turned to look at her, and I froze for a moment.

She was looking at me with a smile, her eyes sparkling, blinking her big eyes constantly, putting on a well-behaved and cute look.

As soon as I saw her look, I knew it was no good.

Without a trace of a smile on my face, I asked in a cold tone, "What?"

Seeing my cold expression, Su Qing immediately abandoned her usual domineering and arrogant demeanor, and said in a sweet voice, "Nothing, I just... want you to do me a small favor."

I felt extremely uncomfortable; I almost got goosebumps.

I frowned and said bluntly, "Just say what you want to say. Don't talk to me with that expression; it makes me uncomfortable."

She instantly regained her composure, rolled her eyes at me, and said, "Why are you so rigid? Can't I talk to you properly? Do I have to communicate with you with a stern face?"

"Get to the point, or I'm leaving."

She immediately put on a smile again, with a hint of ingratiation: "Okay, okay, I'll tell you. Look how messy this room is, the floor is covered in dust, could you help me tidy it up?"

"Clean it up yourself." I said firmly, leaving no room for negotiation.

Seeing this, Su Qing immediately leaned forward and pleaded sweetly, "Please, okay? After you finish cleaning up for me, I'll sing you a song, I promise I won't sing off-key!"

"I said, you clean it up yourself, understand?"

I'm not being heartless, nor am I deliberately making things difficult for her.

Since she has made up her mind to come out and experience the life of an ordinary person, she must learn to be truly independent.

Tidying up the room and other mundane daily tasks are her own responsibility, and I can't possibly do everything for her.

If I keep giving in and indulging her, she will never be able to endure hardship.

Seeing my firm attitude, Su Qing's face immediately fell, and she muttered in a low voice, feeling wronged:

"Why are you being so fierce... If you want to keep it yourself, then keep it yourself, you stingy person."

After saying that, as if she were sulking with herself, she grabbed a broom from the corner and started sweeping the floor vigorously.

It was obvious that he was venting his frustrations by doing chores; every stroke was tinged with sulking.

I didn't leave, but I didn't go to help either; I just watched her.

She swept the floor a few times, then couldn't help but glare at me. The more she thought about it, the more aggrieved she became, and she couldn't help but complain:

"You're a grown man, standing by and watching girls do dirty and tiring work, don't you feel embarrassed at all?"

With my hands in my pockets, I casually retorted, "What's there to be embarrassed about? You're the one living in this house, so cleaning is your responsibility."

Su Qing instantly puffed out her cheeks, hands on her hips, and exclaimed angrily, "I've never done any of this dirty or tiring work in my entire life!"

"If you can't stand it, go back to being your pampered princess. Nobody's forcing you to stay here and suffer." I shrugged.

Sure enough, upon hearing this, Su Qing immediately cowered.

Of course, I wasn't really idle either; I didn't forget what I promised her.

I didn't linger, turned around and walked straight out of the room.

Su Qing didn't call me back again, and continued to tidy up the house diligently, struggling with the floor.