Returning to 84, hunting for wealth, one person feeding three families.

"Alright, let's eat first!"

"If you have something to say, say it after dinner. Xiaohui is back today, why make things awkward?"

"If you're really angry, then hold it in and talk about it after you finish eating."

At this crucial moment, Tian Zhenguo, the head of the family, finally spoke up.

The room fell silent instantly upon hearing this.

Qin Nan, who had initially been throwing a tantrum, had no choice but to back down and obediently sit down at the dinner table.

However, none of the family members noticed.

A hint of resentment flashed deep in Qin Nan's eyes.

She hid it well; it was fleeting, and in an instant, that emotion had vanished without a trace.

"Yes, yes, let's eat. I'll go to the kitchen and help serve the dishes."

Seeing this, Tian Xiaohui quickly found an excuse to meet Ye Chen in the kitchen.

Privately, he recounted what had just happened.

He even complained, "I just can't stand Qin Nan. Ye Chen, you must have heard what I said earlier. If my family didn't have these limited means, I would have kicked her out no matter what."

"If you didn't like it, why did you put up with it for so long?" Ye Chen asked.

Tian Xiaohui was a little embarrassed: "After all, I've been away from home for so long, it's not good to talk about others as soon as I get here."

"However, I really doubt Qin Nan's character. If I marry her, given my brother's behavior, who knows what kind of life he'll lead!"

"Since we're unsure, let's give it a try. If the person really isn't up to it, we can always start over. So, listen to me, I'll handle this!"

Ye Chen suddenly spoke up, saying that just now, Tian Xiaohui had a conflict with Qin Nan because of him.

Ye Chen heard it all clearly.

Originally, Ye Chen thought that the Tian family's affairs had nothing to do with him, but now he realized that Tian Zhenguo must have had some unspeakable reasons for targeting Tian Xiaohui back then.

Ye Chen felt that his family had treated him fairly well, and he finally decided that he had to take care of this matter himself!

Even if it's just for Tian Xiaohui's sake, I have to step forward!

"Hurry up and bring the dishes up, I'll be there to watch you later."

"With just one move, Qin Nan will be exposed for what he really is. You'll see then."

As Ye Chen spoke, he directly urged Tian Xiaohui.

Then, alone, he took out a handbag from his pocket.

He took out a stack of banknotes and counted them carefully.

Ye Chen picked up the ashes from the stove and wiped them on the lower right corner of the banknote.

Ye Chen acted as if nothing had happened last night and calmly walked out of the kitchen.

At the dinner table, Tian Zhenguo suddenly spoke up.

"Don't touch your chopsticks, let me try it first."

Then, he picked up a piece of venison and put it in his mouth.

When the old man looked at Ye Chen again, his originally stern expression softened.

"Alright, everyone, please sit down. Ye Chen, is this your first time at my house?"

"I accept you as my son-in-law. No matter what others say, you are my son-in-law from now on."

The reason Tian Zhenguo specifically asked Ye Chen to cook was to test him.

He naturally wouldn't easily believe the rumors circulating outside.

The best way to test whether a man is reliable is to cook him a meal!

In the context of the 1980s, just surviving required an immense effort.

Most men work hard outside the home; how many of them care about troubles at home?

The fact that Ye Chen could cook a whole table of food means that he had done something like this before.

This proves that he often helps Tian Xiaohui with housework!

A man who spoils his wife so much in his spare time is certainly not as awful as people say!

Ye Chen naturally understood what the old man meant, and touched his nose in annoyance.

Luckily, I used to cook a lot in my past life, otherwise I would have been exposed today.

However, no matter what, Tian Xiaohui's family hurdle has been overcome.

With her father-in-law's approval, Tian Xiaohui will be his for life!

"Dad, I'm relieved to hear that. Perfect timing, I brought a bottle of wine with me today, I'll get it now and pour you a glass myself."

For a moment, Ye Chen was so happy that his mouth stretched all the way to his ears.

He simply pulled out a bottle of wine from among the things he had brought.

Instantly, it attracted everyone's attention.

"Wow, this is Luzhou Laojiao, a famous brand in our county. Just this one bottle costs over ten yuan! Brother-in-law, you're really rich!"

Qin Nan exclaimed in surprise.

Upon hearing the price, Tian Zhenguo felt somewhat uneasy.

"This wine is so expensive... Is it appropriate for me to drink it?"

"Dad, the wine was bought for you to drink. Try it and see if you like it. If you like it, I'll have Xiaohui buy a case and send it over another day. You can drink it every day."

Ye Chen was very attentive, but halfway through his sentence, he noticed that there was no wine in the furniture.

"Qin Nan, you're practically a member of the Tian family now, so you know where everything is in the house."

"Go get two bowls for my brother-in-law. I'm going to have a good drink with Dad today."

Ye Chen did not get up, but spoke to Qin Nan. As soon as he said this, the whole family was stunned.

Qin Nan, however, didn't care at all; in fact, he was secretly pleased.

Ye Chen is a rich man now, and being able to be ordered around by others is a testament to his own wealth!

If she could, Qin Nan would be more than happy to have Ye Chen summon her every day!

Qin Nan nodded quickly and headed to the kitchen.

Ye Chen winked at Tian Xiaohui.

Tian Xiaohui was stunned, not understanding.

Three full minutes passed before Qin Nan returned from the kitchen, carrying two bowls in her hands, her expression somewhat subtle.

After putting down the bowl, Qin Nan was about to sit down when Ye Chen suddenly asked her a question.

"Hey girl, why did you take so long in the kitchen?"

"By the way, did you see anything in the kitchen? I seem to remember leaving something there?"

Qin Nan's expression showed a hint of panic, but she quickly regained her composure in a second.

"Brother-in-law, what are you saying? What else could there be in the kitchen besides bowls and chopsticks?"

"I just went to the outhouse on my way here, which took a little longer than expected. You must have misremembered."

"You misremembered? How could I misremember? I specifically put two thousand dollars on the stove and counted it several times!"

Ye Chen suddenly laughed, uttering a startling statement.

"Xiaohui, go check now, is the money still on the kitchen stove?"

So that was his plan!

He deliberately placed the money in a conspicuous place, hoping that Qin Nan would be tempted if she saw it.

If this woman has malicious intentions and takes the money, she will definitely be caught red-handed.

Based on her character, the Tian family probably wouldn't dare to marry such a woman!

"Okay, I'll go check it out right away!"

Having spent a long time with Ye Chen, Tian Xiaohui had developed a tacit understanding with him. Without saying a word, she ran straight to the kitchen.

In just a dozen breaths, Tian Xiaohui returned.

Empty-handed, he said, "Ye Chen, there's no money on the stove. Only Qin Nan went to the kitchen during this time. Could it be...?"