Courtyard House: My System - Artificial Human

Go back to the courtyard house first, then send the message to the silk shop.

Lin Weidong didn't divulge a single word or clue.

He overheard Tian Zao's encounter with Tie Dan and his companion at the silk shop, but he pretended to be surprised and unaware of the situation.

"These two actually got together? Not bad! I'll change my identity and accompany you to the banquet!"

"Honey, I'm here too!" Chen Xueru snuggled into his arms and rubbed against him.

"Alright! Everyone go, I'll arrange it!"

"Hehe... I'm not going to join in the fun!" Chen Xueru said coyly.

He then grabbed Lin Weidong's large hand and placed it on his lap.

"I wanted to ask if we could make these stockings? I feel like there's a huge market for them!"

Lin Weidong rubbed his hands together. Chen Xueru's judgment was sound, but it wouldn't work in the country for the time being.

"This product is made abroad, so it's not advisable for us to take the lead right now. We should talk about it later."

"Alright then... The main problem is that you always tear things up, so good stuff just won't last. That's why I was thinking of making them ourselves."

Lin Weidong thought to himself, "The supply boxes refresh every month. How many can I tear up if I just tear them up for fun?"

"Don't worry about that, I have connections. We have plenty of supplies for ourselves."

"Really?" Chen Xueru smiled broadly upon hearing this, and instead of struggling, she wrapped her arms around Lin Weidong's neck.

The next moment, a soft sizzling sound was heard, and it turned out that the black stockings on Chen Xueru's legs had become battle-damaged.

As the seductive music began to play in her ears, Tian Zao rolled her eyes coquettishly and hurriedly grabbed her books and fled, wanting to find another room to finish her homework first.

Chen Xueru is such a fanatic, she starts group buying anytime, anywhere, and Tian Zao can't stand it.

Even though she spent the most time with Lin Weidong, she wasn't as open as Chen Xueru, and Lin Weidong often had to take the initiative.

Chen Xueru, on the other hand... whenever Lin Weidong was home, she would change into pretty clothes and seduce him openly and secretly, she was very playful.

But she's just a novice and loves to play, and she'll have to put out the fire herself in a little while. Tian Zao felt a heavy responsibility when she thought about this, and she couldn't do it!

If Bai Ling were here, that would be great. Bai Ling is the most durable and can take on most of the firepower, while I and Chen Xueru can just play support roles and get by.

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In the small tavern near Qianmen, not far from the silk shop.

After reporting today's events to Master Niu, Cai Quanwu thought to himself, "I've done my part, so I don't need to go to the fight later, right?"

He disliked Fan Jinyou and had no intention of helping her.

However, Master Niu did not give him the opportunity to step down. After spending time together, he developed a good impression of Cai Quanwu and wanted to take him along in everything he did.

"Good job, Xiao Cai! I'll go get more people tomorrow. You keep an eye on Yi Zhonghai. That relative from the old film said that Yi Zhonghai is the most cunning guy in their compound. I reckon it's He Daqing, whom he's supporting, who's causing trouble this time!"

The front gate wasn't close to the courtyard house, and Niu Ye ultimately didn't understand the current situation inside. Based on his previous judgment, he pinned the blame on Yi Zhonghai.

Yi Zhonghai could never have imagined this.

He wandered around for most of the day without success, but when he returned to the courtyard, Yan Bugui gave him some ideas.

"Hey Lao Yi, you really got the right tricycle! It's so convenient! Even when there's no work, you can still ride around Beijing. We're stuck walking... How about I borrow it this weekend?"

"Don't laugh at me, Lao Yan, but this car is only rented for now, and the rental fees are tight! If I don't pay on time, they'll take it away. So, wait until I make enough money and it's completely mine before I lend it to you. Then you can use it as you please..."

Yi Zhonghai laughed as he went home. As he was thinking, he saw Gao Cuilan preparing to deliver food to the deaf old lady, so he took the initiative to take over the task.

He brought the food over, a smile on his face.

"Grandma, the weather's getting a bit warmer. How about I take you to the suburbs to see the scenery and get some fresh air?"

The deaf old lady's hand holding the chopsticks froze in mid-air, quite tempted, when she heard Yi Zhonghai speak.

"I rented a tricycle! It'll make getting around easier. I'll take you to see what Beijing is like after liberation."

"Well... I hope this won't interfere with your money-making, Zhonghai?"

"Hey! What nonsense are you spouting? There's no time like the proverbial 'You can't make money.' Besides, a day or two won't make a difference. I was just thinking that you've been cooped up in the yard all winter, so going out to see some scenery and get some fresh air will lift your spirits. As they say, 'A cheerful disposition leads to a long and healthy life!'"

"Oh dear! Well... then thank you for still thinking of this old woman, Zhonghai. Shall we leave tomorrow? Shall we call Cuilan?"

The deaf old lady was so excited she almost stammered; she couldn't have been more excited than she was.

Nobody wants to stay in a small house year after year.

It's not that she doesn't want to turn around, it's that her legs are too weak to walk far.

So it seems Yi Zhonghai made the right choice with this job! Now I can finally go out and explore!

"Of course, Cuilan and I will take care of you together! It's settled then, Grandma. You eat first, and I'll have Cuilan prepare some food tonight so we can eat tomorrow!"

"Zhonghai...Zhonghai! Don't trouble Cuilan to stay up all night. I still have some money here. You guys show me around, and I'll treat you to a meal at a restaurant!"

"Oh, ma'am, you still have savings? Alright! Then I'll thank you on Cuilan's behalf. Let's go out to eat tomorrow!"

Yi Zhonghai pretended to be surprised on the sea.

He was extremely pleased with himself. See? It was so easy to manipulate the old deaf man.

He had carefully calculated that it would take him at least several years to completely redeem the tricycle on his own.

Tomorrow I'll take the old deaf woman for a nice drive. Once she gets hooked, the money to redeem the car won't be far off, right?

The next morning, everyone in the courtyard witnessed a scene they would never forget.

The couple, Yi Zhonghai and his wife, laid soft cushions and quilts on the back of the tricycle and then kindly helped the deaf old lady sit down. They were busy taking care of her and making quite a scene.

Some people were curious and asked them where they were going.

Before Yi Zhonghai could speak, the deaf old lady said happily.

"Oh dear, Zhonghai and his wife are so afraid I'll get too cooped up at home. They insist on taking me outside for a walk, to see some scenery and get some fresh air. How can I refuse? Oh dear..."

The deaf old woman's tone was full of boasting, as if Yi Zhonghai had truly become her eldest son.

Actually, taking the elderly out for a trip and relaxation, without worrying about any calculations involved, is a truly filial act worth showing off.

Lin Weidong could see her mood through the status bar and knew that she was genuinely happy at the moment.

That's fine too. Let the old deaf man be completely tied to Yi Zhonghai.

Old Yi has lived up to expectations, and Lin Weidong gave him a thumbs up for this.

Not everyone in the hospital shared Lin Weidong's positive view.

Seeing the deaf old lady sitting in the car, laughing and showing off to the people next to her, a group of women, including Jia Zhangshi, Liu Haizhong's wife, and Yan Bugui's wife, were filled with barely suppressed jealousy.

I work myself to the bone at home, why doesn't anyone take me out for a stroll?

"This old lady has no children, yet she's enjoying herself in her old age? And someone even takes her out for fun? Tsk tsk tsk..."

Jia Zhangshi whispered to Liu Haizhong's wife, glancing at Yi Zhonghai's tricycle and becoming envious.