Courtyard House: My System - Artificial Human

"Old Liu, what's going on? What's the reason for this?"

Yan Bugui asked, peeking into the messy house.

I had a gut feeling that something big must have happened, since the He family father and son had almost completely destroyed the Liu family's property and Liu Haizhong hadn't said a word!

Big events mean big opportunities!

Upon seeing him, Liu Hai's heart stirred; this matter had caused quite a stir!

If they can't contact Lin Weidong because they don't want to share the credit, can't they at least call on Yan Bugui?

Old Yan is the kind of person who'll run away as fast as he can if you give him a little something.

Alas! What a miscalculation!

But it's not too late now, anyway, this matter can't just be left like this.

Liu Haizhong was secretly plotting something, but he forced a smile and took out a cigarette to light for Yan Bugui.

The two ran towards each other, whispering to each other for a while before bursting into laughter.

Then, the two walked together toward the Xu family's house.

Xu Fugui glanced at them and continued puffing on his pipe, not even bothering to greet the two. This guy with bangs was a complete idiot.

"Old Xu, here's what we'll do: give me that photo, and I'll give you five yuan! How about it?"

As soon as Liu Haizhong opened his mouth, his foolish tone immediately made Xu Fugui laugh.

"I don't know what you're talking about. What photos haven't I seen? Your business with He Daqing has nothing to do with me. Don't come looking for me."

"Ten bucks! Old Xu, just consider it a favor. I promise I won't forget you later, you'll see in a couple of days!"

Xu Fugui didn't even flinch when he heard this, completely ignoring his nonsense.

Does this guy with the bangs think no one knows his little scheme? Doesn't he ever take a piss and look in the mirror? Is he cut out to be an official?

He's always thinking about trivial things, he's not generous with his money, and most importantly, he's completely incompetent.

Xu Fugui's silence and indifference deeply wounded Liu Haizhong's pride. He made a mental note of Xu Fugui's actions and, with a livid face, tugged at Yan Bugui.

Yan Bugui leaned forward, forcing a smile as he advised, "Old Xu! You're hoarding evidence of enemy spies, you're going against the police station! Last time you weren't here, Xiao Lin explained it to me clearly: if they find out, you'll be in jail too! You might as well give the stuff to Old Liu, we'll testify for you!"

As soon as Yan Bugui opened his mouth, Xu Fugui was at a loss for words. When did this guy become so eloquent? Where did he learn it from?

Although he didn't quite believe Yan Bugui's nonsense, he didn't want to get involved.

Xu Fugui tapped his pipe and pointed towards the direction of the deaf old lady's house in the backyard.

"To tell you the truth, I didn't bring any photos. This was told to me by the deaf old lady. You should go find her!"

Xu Fugui felt no guilt about betraying the deaf old lady; the old woman had even threatened him before, so he told her to let them fight like dogs.

Liu Haizhong was skeptical, but no matter how much he pressed him or how much Yan Bugui threatened him, Xu Fugui insisted that he didn't have the photo and that it was in the hands of the deaf old lady.

Left with no other option, the two had to leave.

Xu Damao, lying behind the curtain on the bed, heard everything clearly and couldn't help but feel a little itchy, so he went closer to his father.

With no outsiders listening, Xu Fugui, unable to resist his son's curiosity, briefly explained what had happened.

Upon hearing this, Xu Damao jumped up in a panic.

"Dad, if that's the case, then you're finished too, aren't you? The photo shows He Daqing, but you're the one who took the picture!"

"Look at your pathetic self!" Xu Fugui scoffed, puffed on his pipe a couple of times, and said nonchalantly.

"I've already found out all about this. It's nothing at all. Back then, how many ordinary people were coerced into cooking and having their pictures taken, and they were arrested? How many people were arrested?"

"What's all that fuss about with bangs? Isn't it just a waste of time and effort?"

Xu Damao laughed, surprised that his father had already made arrangements and asked about everything.

However, he couldn't laugh for long. If that's the case, then the He family is also fine. How can he be happy if the He family isn't in trouble?

"Dad, then what's the point of keeping the photos? He Daqing was so fearless just now."

"Alright, stop getting involved in this. Your father has his own plans." Xu Fugui noticed that his son's mind had become muddled ever since he confronted Sha Zhu.

Does He Daqing really think he's as rich and smart as Xu Fugui? If he were truly useless, would He Daqing allow Liu Haizhong to make fun of him like this?

It may seem like they're making tough statements, but in reality they're handling things cautiously and don't dare to make a fuss.

What does this show? It shows that He Daqing is afraid! Not only is he afraid, but he's also stupid and cowardly. He doesn't even know to go and ask him himself!

Once this is over, we need to make sure we get some benefits from He Daqing!

Xu Fugui was scheming to himself, and Xu Damao, who had returned to bed, was also plotting in his mind.

He Daqing was indeed afraid; he was family and knew his own family's affairs.

Back then, to survive, let's not even go out of our way to fawn over others...

But he really puts his heart into cooking, afraid that people might not be satisfied with the food and cause him trouble. Sometimes when he's caught and questioned, he has to flatter them a bit.

He was unaware of how much outsiders knew about his affairs, nor did he know when Xu Fugui had the photos. To be honest, he had been photographed with quite a few people over the years.

In the past, it was fine as only Xu Fugui knew about it. He knew Xu Fugui's personality and had long been prepared to suffer losses.

The key is that someone with bangs has snuck in; this guy is a fool, and his brain is different from ordinary people.

He Daqing was so worried that he smoked several cigarettes in a row.

He Yushui was choked by the smell and also sensed that something was wrong at home, so she ran to the door and squatted down with the silly brother who was keeping watch, and asked him cautiously.

"Brother, what are you and Dad busy with? What happened to our family?"

"Hey! It's nothing serious, don't worry, Dad and I are here!"

He Yuzhu patted his chest, not wanting his sister to worry.

In fact, he still doesn't understand what happened. He had just returned and found that his father was not there. His sister told him that he had been called away for drinks by Liu Haizhong in the backyard.

He went over to look for him, only to overhear Liu Haizhong arguing with his father.

He found a fire poker to help, but his father initially wouldn't let him in, saying he needed to talk to Liu Haizhong.

In the end, they couldn't reach an agreement. In his opinion, it would be better to teach the Liu family a lesson.

Having experienced what happened back then, he gained a new understanding of his father's temper. He believed that with his father and himself working together, dealing with the Liu family would be a piece of cake.

Hearing the rustling sounds from the brother and sister, He Daqing hardened his heart, took the money from the bedroom, and headed straight for the Xu family's house in the backyard.

This matter needs to be resolved as soon as possible. My son is 15 and learning a trade, and my daughter is 6 and will be able to start school soon. If he falls ill, this family will fall apart.

Xu Fugui, unwilling to let his immature son get involved in the matter, kicked Xu Damao out.

While Xu Damao was idly strolling around the courtyard, he saw the He siblings sitting on small stools by the door, looking as if they were facing a formidable enemy. He sneakily approached them.

At the deaf old lady's home, Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui's persuasion plan did not go smoothly.

The old lady may not have any other skills, but she's a master at pretending to be deaf and dumb.

They tried everything, from kind words to harsh ones, but the old lady didn't even flinch.

They even had someone call Yi Zhonghai and his wife over to support them.

Liu Haizhong was having a run of bad luck, and he clenched his fists, wishing he could beat everyone present to a pulp.

……

When Lin Weidong finished tidying up Tianzao and returned.

The courtyard house was already engulfed in flames of war.