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

Regardless of whether Yi Zhonghai's last words were true or false, Yang Dalin felt they were quite in line with Yi Zhonghai's style.

He couldn't be too harsh on Yi Zhonghai either.

Nodding, he said, "Uncle Yi, if there are no natural disasters and the rations are the same as before, and everyone isn't so short of food, then your approach is acceptable."

But think about what the situation is like now.

Have you heard of any other cases where people have died over a single pound of grain?

Have you ever heard of brothers falling out over a small amount of grain when they divided their property?

Have you ever heard of elderly people in some villages who would rather go deep into the mountains and starve to death than let their children miss out on food?

Now that you think about it this way, do you still think today's matter is trivial?

I'm helping you nip the problem in the bud.

If any family is truly in need, I will help them. However, when it comes to scrambling for food, no one, adults or children, should do so outside our yard.

Otherwise, something terrible would definitely happen. In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures are needed, which is why I drew my gun.

I hope you understand my good intentions.

And my brother, Ma San, you've probably heard of him before. He even dared to cut his own stomach with a knife. If I don't stand up for him, do you think Yan Jiecheng will…”

Yang Dalin tricked the two of them.

Yang Dalin didn't want to let this trivial matter cause a rift between him and Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong, who usually behaved quite well.

Otherwise, since she often travels for work, if Yi Zhonghai were to cause trouble, Aunt Qi would be in a bad mood.

Unless Yang Dalin directly euthanizes these two people.

However, it's unrealistic to condemn two people to inhumane status over something so trivial.

These are real, living people, not the demonized Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong from other novels.

These two people aren't that bad.

If they were truly despicable, Yang Dalin would have dealt with them long ago.

We've managed to wait until now.

Furthermore, Yang Dalin had asked He Yushui if the living expenses He Daqing sent arrived on time every month, though the amount varied and was not very stable.

It's probably He Daqing's savings that were sent.

There's still some every month; He Daqing sent it to Yi Zhonghai, who then passed it on to Sha Zhu.

Yi Zhonghai did not embezzle this money.

I don't know why many novels about courtyard houses portray Yi Zhonghai as embezzling He Yushui's child support payments.

If that's true, and Sha Zhu knew about it, would he still take care of Yi Zhonghai in his old age? Good heavens, it would be strange if he didn't kill Yi Zhonghai.

Sha Zhu is reckless, but he also has some cleverness; he's not truly stupid.

His nickname "Silly Pillar" comes from the fact that before liberation, he went to sell steamed buns and was chased by soldiers all the way, but he didn't throw away the buns.

Then someone bought him steamed buns with counterfeit money. When he got home and handed the money to He Daqing, He Daqing saw that it was counterfeit and said, "You're such a fool."

That's how the nickname was passed down.

If you think he's really stupid, you'd be sorely mistaken.

He disciplined Xu Damao and the fat apprentice several times. Does he really look stupid?

Therefore, Yang Dalin also treated Yi Zhonghai as a normal person, without any preconceived notions.

After all, Liu Haizhong and others had voluntarily lent him money.

Liu Haizhong plays a character who is both stupid and wicked in TV dramas, but in reality, he is not that stupid.

This guy is definitely power-hungry, but he's a true teacher when it comes to his apprentices.

Although he would scold and beat his apprentices, he later trained one who became a factory manager.

He is a truly skilled teacher.

His eldest son hadn't been beaten much, and he planned to use more resources on him to support him in his old age.

It's true that he doesn't really love his second and youngest sons much; I've occasionally heard that he beats them.

This is their family matter, and Yang Dalin won't concern himself with it.

Even if someone is killed, what does it matter to me?

Just be polite to yourself.

Many people have this problem: they are very impolite to their family and close relatives, but very polite to strangers.

Upon hearing Yang Dalin's words, Yi Zhonghai paused for a moment and nodded. Everyone had heard about Ma San's matter: "What you're talking about, your Uncle Liu and I have also heard about it."

The issue of food security is indeed something we must pay attention to.

You've handled it this way, I support you, and we'll be more careful in the future.

Alright, it's getting late, time to go back to sleep.

Let's consider this matter closed for now.

After saying goodbye, Yi Zhonghai turned around and went home.

Seeing that his master had gone home, Jia Dongxu greeted Yang Dalin and left as well.

Liu Haizhong nodded, didn't say anything more, and turned to leave.

Sha Zhu and Xu Damao surrounded Yang Dalin, and Sha Zhu said, "Brother, you were really awesome just now."

That's awesome, that's how you should do it.

Look at the two old men, neither of them has anything to say.

Where's that gun you were holding? Show it to your brother!

Oh, congratulations on becoming a certified driver!

"This will make it easier for my brother to ask you for things from now on."

Yang Dalin said with a smile, "No problem, thanks Brother Zhu. If you need anything in the future, just let me know in advance, and I'll definitely help if I can."

As for the gun, there are regulations that prohibit showing it to others.

"Besides, you're in the security department, and you've never fired a gun during militia training. What's so special about that?"

Sha Zhu saw that Yang Dalin wouldn't let him see, and knowing the rules, he didn't insist.

Xu Damao chimed in, "That's right. We've all fired guns before. Why are you borrowing them randomly? They're weapons, after all."

It's right that Dalinzi doesn't want you to see it.

"Congratulations bro, on becoming a full-fledged driver! But you were really something just now, overturning those two old men's decision and giving Yan Jiecheng a good beating. Bro, if you ever need anything in the future, don't forget to help me out!"

Yang Dalin listened to Xu Damao's words and realized that the guy had some ulterior motives, but Yang Dalin didn't care for the time being and nodded: "Of course, I will definitely help if I can in the future."

As long as you are in the right.

Alright, you two brothers, go back and cuddle with your new brides to sleep. I'm going back to bed now.

Xu Damao was more cunning than Sha Zhu, and Yang Dalin also made a sarcastic remark.

Whether you're in the right or not, how the hell am I supposed to help you?

Yang Dalin said goodbye to the two and went home to sleep.

When Yi Zhonghai returned home, he lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep.

Wen Xiumei asked him, "What's wrong, Lao Yi?"

Is it because you felt embarrassed by Da Linzi tonight that you're upset?

Yi Zhonghai sighed deeply: "No, that's not true. Originally, the Yan family was indeed in the wrong. He came to me to plead for them before the meeting, otherwise I wouldn't have sided with him. Let Da Linzi deal with them properly and deter those who like to take advantage of others in the courtyard."

I do not mind.

I just envy the Qi family.

I envy Qi Yulan for having such a wonderful child.

Look at the meeting, Dalinzi stood up for his family without saying a word. What a good kid.

He's only been here a short time, but he's already become a full-fledged driver.

"The driver makes a lot of money; their family's life will only get better and better."

Upon hearing this, Wen Xiumei sighed and said, "Yes, Yulan is a blessed woman."

Many people used to say that once her two daughters got married, their inheritance would be completely squandered.

Look at Yulan now, she'll be living a good life from now on.

"Old Yi, is it us?"

Yi Zhonghai asked, "Is it something?"

Should we also go to the shelter and find a child to take home?