The Life of a Son-in-Law in a Courtyard House

Yang Dalin felt a chill run down his spine. He was short, had a large buck tooth when he smiled, and smelled faintly of salted fish. The gap between his big toe and second toe was larger than that between most Chinese people.

Taken together, this really resembles the characteristics of the Japanese.

However, Yang Dalin's acting skills were so good that the other party did not expect that a sixteen or seventeen-year-old boy could see through anything.

Yang Dalin said calmly, "Doctor, your skin is all red from where I stepped on it. I'll go buy you some medicine. What kind of medicine do you need?"

The other person snatched the socks from Yang Dalin's hand, not noticing anything unusual about Yang Dalin.

But the other person suddenly took off his shoes and saw his feet, which made him a little nervous.

Dr. Lin, probably not wanting his fellow villager to spend money, said, "We're all from the same hometown, it's no big deal if I step on it. I'll just apply some ointment myself later."

"Why are you so impulsive, my fellow villager? If you're going to ask about my illness, just ask. And then you stepped on my foot! Really!"

Yang Dalin kept apologizing: "I'm so sorry, fellow villager. I just wanted to come forward to greet you. I've never met the doctor before, and in my haste, I took the wrong step."

"Why don't you tell me what medicine you need? I'll go buy it for you. Otherwise, I'll feel bad."

Dr. Lin put on his socks, gently rubbed his toes, and grimaced, enduring the pain. Yang Dalin was now closer and could see the other man's teeth more clearly.

The other person frowned, but didn't call out aloud, saying, "You're quite something, young man. Buying medicine is fine, I'm a doctor myself, I can get it for free. I don't need to make you spend any more money. By the way, where in Luxi are you from?"

Yang Dalin quickly replied, "Oh, I'm from Junxian County. Do you know Junxian County? We have hundreds of years old pear trees there, and it's famous for its pears."

Dr. Lin nodded and said, "Oh, Junxian County, I know it. The pears there are very famous. I heard that the earliest pear trees were planted during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty?"

Yang Dalin didn't look at him, but lowered his head and said as if embarrassed, "Not only that, but I've heard from the older generation that Kangmazi has existed since the early days, and the largest one is almost three hundred years old."

Dr. Lin replied, "So early? I really didn't know."

Yang Dalin continued, "Yes, it's a pity we can't get them out, so we can't get a good price for them."

Fellow villager, where are you from?

While gently massaging his feet, Dr. Lin said, "I live not far from your hometown, in the neighboring county. Have you ever been there?"

Yang Dalin had been there many times in his previous life, but in this life he only passed through once when he was fleeing famine, so of course he knew that place.

In this era, many people never leave their county town in their entire lives, let alone the neighboring county.

Even though it's a vast plain where the roads are easy to travel.

So he started by saying, "I passed by when I came to Beijing, but I haven't been there at other times. I've only heard that they have eight delicious dishes there."

Upon hearing this, Dr. Lin chuckled and said, "Yes, there's the 'Eight Bowls of Halal Cuisine.' I haven't had it since I was a child in my hometown, even though I've been in Beijing for many years."

Yang Dalin then asked him, "Has the fellow villager never gone back?"

Upon hearing this, Dr. Lin seemed lost in memories and said, "Yes, I came to Beijing during the war. There was no one left in my hometown. It's been many years, and I haven't been back since."

By the way, how did you get to Beijing?

Did you come with your family?

Yang Dalin glanced at the other patients in the ward, leaned close to his ear and whispered, "I came here as a refugee. You can't say that. I carried heavy bags at the train station."

Dr. Lin clearly knew why he had whispered it in his ear, and couldn't help but snort inwardly.

The arrogant Chinese are now reaping the bitter fruits of their actions.

But his expression remained flawless: "I was wondering how you could be so strong and pass by my hometown."

Okay, I'm all done and need to go home soon. You watch over your brother; his wound is almost healed, it's nothing serious.

Yang Dalin quickly supported the other man's arm: "Fellow villager, are you sure your foot is alright?"

"Are you sure you don't need me to get you some medicine?"

Dr. Lin waved his other hand and said, "We're from the same hometown, and you didn't do it on purpose. I can just apply some medicine myself. You're not old, and it's not easy for you. If you ever need anything, come find your fellow villager. My name is Lin Shangnan, what's yours?"

Yang Dalin told him, "My name is Yang Dalin."

Lin Shangnan nodded and looked Yang Dalin up and down: "Okay, I'll call you Dalin from now on. You don't need to worry about me. If you need anything, come to me. I'm leaving now."

If Yang Dalin really didn't know Lin Shangnan's background, he would have thought he had met a good fellow villager.

They look a lot like little Japanese devils.

Yang Dalin casually escorted the other person to the door.

Lin Shangnan insisted that Yang Dalin not continue to see him off.

Yang Dalin helped Ma San to bed and listened carefully. It seemed that the other person hadn't gone far and had gone outside again.

Yang Dalin remained calm, but Ma San said, "Brother Dalin, your fellow villager is quite something."

Yang Dalin patted his thigh: "Yeah, that's for sure. People from our village are honest and straightforward. Take good care of your injury these few days, don't run around, and don't cause trouble for my fellow villager."

Ma San nodded: "Understood, Brother Dalin. We're from the same hometown, so I'll definitely cooperate well in recovering."

Yang Dalin said, "It's good that you know. If you're alright, I'm leaving now. I haven't gone home for dinner yet."

As he said this, Yang Dalin heard the doctor's footsteps outside the door.

Ma San said, "Okay, Brother Da Lin, take your time and be careful on your way back."

Yang Dalin said, "Okay, I got it. I'm leaving now, goodbye."

When Yang Dalin came out, the doctor was no longer outside.

However, Yang Dalin knew he hadn't misheard.

So that doctor definitely had a problem.

Otherwise, why would he be eavesdropping on what Ma San was saying?

Yang Dalin left the hospital pretending nothing had happened.

On his way home, Yang Dalin only looked back when turning corners; otherwise, it was no different from a normal journey home.

Yang Dalin wasn't sure if anyone was following him, so he didn't dare to make any moves.

When entering the courtyard, Yang Dalin made a point of stopping his car and talking to Grandpa Qi for a while.

I also listened carefully to what was happening outside the door.

Only after things calmed down did Yang Dalin return home.

Back home, Yang Dalin was still the same as before.

Chat with family, have meals, and talk about interesting things at work.

The next morning, Yang Dalin signed in for two special pills.

One is Shunfeng Pill, and the other is Qianli Pill; it makes perfect sense.

One of them gave Yang Dalin super hearing, and the other gave him super eyesight.

However, it's not that exaggerated; it only works when Yang Dalin concentrates his energy in one direction.

For example, if Yang Dalin were standing in the yard looking at the Yan family, even if the door was closed and they were talking quietly, Yang Dalin could hear them if he concentrated. However, there was a distance limit; someone with exceptional hearing could not hear more than 100 meters away.

The more soundproofing materials you use, the worse the effect will be.

However, for sounds from other directions, the response will be similar to normal.

We won't let Yang Dalin misinterpret the sound of an ant carrying food as the movement of a giant object, otherwise he won't be able to sleep at night.

Even a clairvoyant wouldn't be that powerful; in unobstructed conditions and with good lighting, it could clearly see a person's face a kilometer away.

If the light is dim or there are obstructions, then it won't work.

This is already pretty impressive; Yang Dalin signed in to this very early on.

That makes me even more suspicious of Dr. Kobayashi from yesterday.