Courtyard House: My Time Travel is a Bit Too Strong

He paused slightly, then turned his gaze to Li Hanyi:

"Hanyi, after you return to Snow Moon City, first use the crystal core to temper your awakened power."

"Pay attention to whether any unusual phenomena occur during the breakthrough—the laws of heaven and earth on your side may not be the same as those of the main world."

"As for Xue Ru and me, we need to sort out the miscellaneous matters in the main world first."

"Once everything is settled, we'll head north together and head straight for Snowmoon City."

Finally, he glanced at everyone and asked calmly, "What are your plans?"

The women looked at each other for a moment, then shook their heads in unison, with no one objecting.

Before Lin Quan could speak again, the figures scattered like arrows released from a bow, their movements swift and decisive.

In just a few breaths, the once noisy and bustling living room was now empty except for Lin Quan and Chen Xueru sitting quietly facing each other.

She looked up at him, and he looked back at her—no need for words, he suddenly stood up, his voice crisp: "Let's go, bring the household registration book, let's go to the military control commission to get the marriage certificate now."

Chen Xueru had long anticipated this day, but when she actually heard him say it, her fingertips still trembled, and a look of surprise flashed across her face.

But only for a moment, and then she smiled, her voice clear and firm: "Okay, I'll go right now!"

Her eyebrows were slightly raised, and her eyes shone with a mixture of joy and eager anticipation.

"Brother Quan—"

Just as the two stepped out of the courtyard gate, a voice called out from behind them.

Lin Quan paused, turned around and looked—at the gate of the neighboring courtyard, Xu Damao with a horse face and Sha Zhu were grinning and waving at him.

Swish, swish, swish—

As soon as they came to a stop, their gazes were drawn to Chen Xueru's face as if by a magnet, staring blankly and dumbfounded, forgetting even to blink.

"Wow...this girl is really pretty!"

"Hiss... Where did Brother Quan find this fairy daughter?"

The two stood frozen in place, their mouths slightly agape, as if they had been acupunctured.

"cough."

Lin Quan frowned slightly and snorted coldly.

The sound wasn't loud, but it was like a cold blade cleaving through the air.

Xu Damao and Shazhu shuddered violently, as if they had fallen into a freezing cold pool, and cold sweat instantly seeped out from their backs.

Xu Damao's face drained of all color instantly, his Adam's apple bobbed, and he stammered, "Brother Quan... this... this is your sister-in-law?"

Lin Quan stepped forward slowly, a smile even appearing on his face, but his words were as cold as ice: "Da Mao, this time, I'll pretend I didn't see it."

"If you can't control your eyes next time—keeping them around might get in the way."

Before the smile could even reach his eyes, Sha Zhu's legs went weak on the spot, and beads of sweat rolled down his forehead.

The two of them didn't dare to glance at Chen Xueru again, their heads drooping faster than chickens pecking at rice.

"I've offended you! I've offended you! Brother Quan, please spare me!"

"Yes, yes, yes! My sister-in-law is an angel descended from heaven! Brother Quan, you are so kind!"

Lin Quan remained silent for a moment, and the oppressive aura emanating from him subtly subsided.

He raised his hand and patted each of them on the shoulder. The force wasn't strong, but it made their knees go weak.

Without saying another word, he took Chen Xueru's hand and turned to leave.

Only after the two figures had completely turned the corner did Xu Damao and Shazhu dare to straighten their backs and let out a long sigh of relief.

"call--"

The two exchanged a glance, their pupils still showing lingering fear.

Before the lingering fear had even subsided, Xu Damao spat, his face full of indignation: "Pah! I just glanced at him a couple of times? This bastard actually dared to show murderous intent!"

"That woman doesn't look like someone to be trifled with; she's probably up to no good..."

"This internet cafe will fall into my hands sooner or later, and then—I'll make him kneel down and scrub the floor!"

Xu Damao was shouting and spitting as he spoke, but Sha Zhu glanced at him sideways, a sneer creeping onto his lips:

"Lin Quan just left, and you're already acting up?"

"Why didn't you say a word when he was standing here?"

He spat out a mouthful of phlegm, but Sha Zhu ignored him and strode away.

"Idiot Zhu! I may not be able to touch Lin Quan, but I can certainly crush you!"

"You blockhead, I'm going to teach you a lesson today!"

Watching that swaying figure, Xu Damao was so angry that his teeth itched and his knuckles clenched so tightly they cracked.

Indeed, Lin Quan may look like a lonely orphan, but once you step into his yard, just look at the rows of gleaming, gold-edged plaques of merit on the front wall—who would dare to reach out? Who would dare to utter a sound?

Making a move on him? That's like lighting a candle in the toilet – courting death!

But there was this self-proclaimed moral saint, whose brain was filled with who knows what kind of mush, who dared to reach out to Lin Quan. As for what happened between Xu Damao and Sha Zhu after Lin Quan left, nobody cared anymore.

On the way to Xue Ru's silk shop, Chen Xue Ru, arm in arm with Lin Quan, couldn't help but ask, "Sister Zhu Qing mentioned the courtyard house next door a couple of days ago..."

"Those two were from over there."

Lin Quan made no attempt to hide anything, simply nodding slightly, and then, in a few words, described each of the lively characters next door.

As Chen Xueru listened, her eyes widened and her mouth opened slightly, her face filled with astonishment—she never imagined that just a wall could put together such an absurd play!

Life is tough these days, and many people are going hungry, especially in those large tenement courtyards, where a few troublemakers are bound to emerge.

Even though it's prickly, it still retains a sliver of humanity, not daring to shatter that final layer of paper.

But what about the courtyard house next door?

To secure their retirement, they'd even scheme against their own parents.

Wanting to become an official is like trying to cook your own stove without even getting it heated.

If you're willing to take a small advantage, you'll have long since lost your integrity and discarded your face.

And then there's that necromancer, always eyeing widows' homes...

Any one of them would be a "genius" that is hard to find in the surrounding area!

After listening, Chen Xueru's expression changed several times, and finally she chuckled:

"I never would have guessed, everyone next door is a star..."

Seeing the smile on her face, Lin Quan laughed heartily.

"Isn't he a star? His acting is so realistic, it's a real treat to watch."

Before the words were even finished, the two had already strolled to the entrance of the silk shop.

After efficiently explaining the matters at the shop, Chen Xueru picked up her household registration book and followed Lin Quan straight to the Military Control Commission.

Once inside the building, Lin Quan, familiar with the layout, led her straight into Director Wang's office.

Outside the door, Director Wang was engrossed in a mountain of documents, his pen scratching softly.

Thump, thump, thump—

Lin Quan raised his hand and tapped three times lightly. She looked up at the sound, and before her gaze fell, Lin Quan had already led Chen Xueru across the threshold.

Before she could speak, Lin Quan greeted her with a smile, "Aunt Wang!"

She then stepped aside and gestured, "Xue Ru, this is Director Wang from the Military Control Commission. From now on, you will also call her Aunt Wang."

Chen Xueru immediately responded gracefully and crisply, "Aunt Wang!"

Director Wang, who had been scrutinizing the two, smiled instantly upon hearing the form of address, and the fine lines around his eyes smoothed out.

Anyone with eyes can see that this relationship is far beyond what can be faked with polite words.

She and Lin Quan's parents were old comrades-in-arms who had fought together, and she had long treated Lin Quan like her own son. Her biggest concern was whether the child would have someone to take care of him in the future.

Now that I see Chen Xueru is poised and elegant, with clear and honest features, and she's a small business owner who grew up right under my nose, why should I think too much?

Lin Quan could protect her, and she could keep Lin Quan calm.

This is a done deal.

Having made up his mind, Director Wang's lips curled into a smile:

"You two came together today, is it about the courtyard in the back of the silk shop?"