【Local Desires Abound】(Episode 4) Author: Laughter from the Coffin

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Episode 4

Episode Synopsis:

The usually
honest

and simple Chen Dashan unexpectedly gets into a financial dispute with Lin Yan, leading Lin Yan to decide to sell the restaurant and divorce him. After communicating with Zhang Yong, Zhang Dong decides to return to the city to handle his father's inheritance.
Accompanied by Chen Yuchun and Chen Nan, this trip home is exceptionally enchanting...

Chapter 1,

Disordered Breathing is heavy and disordered; this is the most blissful moment for a man.

As Zhang Dong enjoys the moment with his eyes closed, his mind begins to wander: It is said that at the moment of climax,
humans are closest to the gods, but with this soul-stirring and bone-melting taste, why bother being a god? This feeling is even more wonderful than
being a god.

Of course, if it were a fairy...

Lin Yan gently licked Zhang Dong's penis, looking at him with a tender expression, seemingly imitating his
affection for her, wanting to give him a satisfying caress as well.

However, after ejaculation, the penis was unusually sensitive, and excessive stimulation caused discomfort.
Although still stroked Lin Yan's face and told her she could stop.

The only flaw was that she didn't swallow the semen after the oral sex, so Lin Yan ran to the bathroom to spit out the sticky substance in her mouth.

Zhang Dong was very disappointed by this, jumped up, and shouted angrily in a teasing tone, "You wicked woman, how dare you spit my
child and grandchild into the toilet and flush it away! It's one thing for a tiger to eat its own cub, but how could you do such an outrageous thing!"

"You bastard, who wants to eat your...?" Lin Yan said coquettishly, giving Zhang Dong a red-faced glare.

After their passion subsided, a steamy bath was inevitable. Naturally, Lin Yan ended up at a disadvantage,
her legs going weak from Zhang Dong's caresses as she gasped for breath.

After drying off, Lin Yan changed into a new nightgown, while Zhang Dong could only helplessly wear his shorts,
smoking a cigarette afterward.

After a period of foreplay, the excessive exertion left Zhang Dong's stomach growling. He stretched and
said, "I'm exhausted from driving all day. I need to eat and get some sleep."

"Go downstairs to sleep,"

Lin Yan said, giving Zhang Dong a flirtatious look as she tidied up the clothes on the floor. "Did you
think I'd let you stay here tonight? Yu Chun and my sister are coming over. I don't want to invite
a wolf into the house and give you, you big pervert, an opportunity."

"Oh, you're already complaining after you've had your fun," Zhang Dong said with a sly grin.

This was the first time Zhang Dong had seen Lin Yan willing to do housework, and for some reason, he felt a strange sense of satisfaction.

"Yes, I'm annoyed with you."

Lin Yan hesitated for a moment, then said with a hint of guilt, "Dongzi, I don't want my sister to be so tired.
I've arranged for someone to keep watch for us these next few days, so you can't sleep here tonight."

"Understood, I understand." Zhang Dong put on a reluctant look, but secretly he
felt relieved : Even if you're reluctant to let your sister be so tired, I'm also reluctant to let Chen Yuchun, who just lost her virginity, stay up all night with her.

Lin Yan brought it up first to avoid Zhang Dong saying anything that might arouse suspicion.

Lin Yan didn't know that Chen Yuchun and Zhang Dong had already slept together. Seeing Zhang Dong's feigned sullenness, her heart
softened, and she immediately leaned over and hugged Zhang Dong's arm, her full breasts pressing against his arm, saying coquettishly, "Dongzi
, don't be angry. There are no rooms upstairs. If there are, I'll sleep with you." "
The truth is, I'll be sleeping alone tonight." Zhang Dong immediately put on a very displeased look.

Lin Yan blushed and suddenly knelt down, pulling down Zhang Dong's pants. Looking at his limp member, she kissed
his testicles, her cherry-like mouth taking his soft manhood into her mouth. She said seductively and pitifully, "Good
brother Dong, I'll make it up to you, okay? I don't want to lose face in front of my sister, please."

Damn, what a seductive request! Lin Yan must be well-versed in the universally accepted art of seduction, and she uses it
so skillfully. Zhang Dong thought to himself, but for the sake of future sexual happiness, he could only endure it,
saying , "Okay, then I'll sleep in the guest room tonight."

"Dongzi, you're so good."

Lin Yan smiled gently, pulling up Zhang Dong's pants and kissing him.

"Call me husband." Zhang Dong was overwhelmed with excitement, and when he said this, his darker side was incredibly agitated
.

"Husband..." Lin Yan called out shyly, perhaps thinking of the nominal Chen Dashan, sounding
somewhat awkward.

"Go to sleep early, I'll go downstairs and check on things." Zhang Dong held Lin Yan tenderly for a while before reluctantly going downstairs
.

Lin Yan saw Zhang Dong off at the door, wearing a sexy nightgown, her breasts half-exposed, still radiating the afterglow of her orgasm.
Zhang Dong walked down the stairs dejectedly. There weren't many people downstairs anymore, and an old woman with a burly face sat behind
the counter .

Zhang Dong felt a pang of annoyance, but before he could speak, Lin Ling and Chen Yuchun walked in hand in hand, smiling, carrying
spicy hot pot. The bright red color clearly indicated that the flavor was extremely strong.

For some reason, Zhang Dong thought of that poor middle-aged man, and suddenly felt a chill
run down his spine. He lost the urge to have another affair with Chen Yuchun; the thought of that agonizing torment made his anus tighten.

"Brother Dong, aren't you going to sleep yet?" Chen Yuchun greeted him obediently. The usually lively Chen Yuchun unconsciously
became shy and timid when she saw Zhang Dong.

"Brother Dong, is your relative staying in your room?" Lin Ling, being quick-witted, immediately asked with concern.

Lin Ling was still holding the phone Zhang Dong had bought for her; judging from her attitude, the bribery was clearly successful.

Just as Zhang Dong was feeling smug, he sensed Chen Yuchun's jealousy and subtle resentment. A thought struck him, and he
immediately decided to buy her a phone the next day to prevent her from developing a habit of being overly jealous at such a young age.

Zhang Dong briefly explained the situation, and Lin Ling eagerly ran to the counter to get busy.

However, the rooms on the first floor were already full, leaving only a single room on the second floor. Besides a bed, it didn't even
have . Zhang Dong was immediately frustrated but helpless.

Lin Ling gave Zhang Dong the key and then pulled Chen Yuchun upstairs.

At this moment, Zhang Dong had a sudden inspiration. He gave Chen Yuchun some money and asked her to buy him a late-night snack.

Chen Yuchun, quick-witted, glared at Zhang Dong and ran out without asking any questions.

Lin Ling, however, didn't think much of it, carrying the snack back upstairs. Perhaps in her mind, what Zhang Dong and Chen Yuchun thought...
They didn't seem like two people who should have any connection.

Every room on the second floor was locked. Some
rooms were filled with the sounds of card games, drinking, and shouting, as well as the professional moans of women.

But in the room at the very end, a space of less than ten square meters, a different kind of erotic scene unfolded.

A bowl of noodle soup lay to one side. Zhang Dong sat on the bed, head tilted back, eyes closed, enjoying himself, occasionally uttering
obscene of discipline. His pants were pulled down to his calves, and his hard, enormous member was enveloped in the hot,
moist sensation—an extremely pleasurable feeling.

Chen Yuchun, beneath Zhang Dong, had already removed her top, her breasts exuding a youthful, sweet fragrance. Her long black hair was tied back,
her face flushed as she looked at Zhang Dong. Her cherry-like mouth held the huge penis, the awkward swallowing and sucking creating an indescribable
allure . Her small, delicate tongue diligently licked it, solely to elicit Zhang Dong's instinctive satisfaction.

A newly deflowered virgin will still experience some pain. Even with heightened desire, out of pity, Zhang Dong wouldn't
have sex with Chen Yuchun.

Oral sex was clearly not Chen Yuchun's forte; it had a slightly teeth-like feel and occasionally caused pain. However,
Zhang Dong found the sight of her kneeling beneath him quite pleasurable.

After a long while, the door creaked open.

Chen Yuchun emerged with disheveled hair and a flushed face, looking at Zhang Dong's
still-erect erection with a mixture of guilt and shyness. She said bashfully, "Brother Dong, I'm sorry."

"It's alright, Brother Dong has already enjoyed it very much," Zhang Dong comforted Chen Yuchun, thinking: "I just had oral sex with
Lin Yan , how could I possibly ejaculate so easily now? But it's not that Brother Dong looks down on you. Although it felt great,
you still need to practice more, otherwise, with this technique, oral sex is unlikely.

" "Brother Dong, you should go to sleep early. You must be very tired after driving all day," Chen Yuchun said reluctantly.
If she weren't so shy, she would have loved to stay and spend the long night with Zhang Dong.

"Okay, you should go to sleep early too." Zhang Dong gave Chen Yuchun a goodnight kiss.

Chen Yuchun smiled shyly as she left, clearly enjoying this little romantic gesture.

After watching Chen Yuchun leave, Zhang Dong closed the door and lay on the bed, listlessly playing on his phone and sending a text message
to Xu Hanlan. To his surprise, she was still awake and replied immediately upon receiving the message.

Zhang Dong and Xu Hanlan chatted about random things, including some slightly suggestive topics. Although she only responded
with chuckles, it was clear she wasn't averse to it.

Zhang Dong was wide awake, focusing intently on chatting with Xu Hanlan until she said she was going to sleep, at which point he
reluctantly said goodnight.

The moment he put down his phone and closed his eyes, Zhang Dong felt a little dizzy. The only thing he could curse was that no man
was any good. Not only were they greedy, but the worst were they also eyeing women in the bedroom and restaurants
—they were truly beasts.

Chapter Two: Simple Yet Harmonious

The hotel rooms had terrible soundproofing. The so-called rooms were partitioned by thin sheets of plywood; you
could hear a piece of paper flying through the air if you breathed a little loudly on one side.

With such thin plywood, you were afraid of tearing it if you just turned over in bed. How could anyone get a good night's sleep in such an environment ? Zhang Dong was already at his breaking point because the noise outside hadn't stopped
since dawn . Villagers who went out to sell their goods were busy all morning, some even leaving their goods in the rooms. The entire morning was filled with the chaotic and hurried footsteps and the sounds of things being moved. At noon, it got even worse. Their return was just as noisy; those who sold their goods were beaming with joy, their voices louder, while those who didn't were cursing. And noon was the busiest time for check-outs—packing, making phone calls… a constant stream of chaotic noise, almost driving Zhang Dong crazy. Unable to fall asleep no matter how hard he tried, Zhang Dong could only yawn and get up. After washing his face and shaking his dizzy head, he went downstairs, secretly vowing: "I absolutely cannot sleep here again tonight. Even sleeping in the corridor on the third floor would be better." Zhang Dong didn't consider himself a difficult person to please, and theoretically, he didn't need to be so picky about where he slept. However, this night had really worn him out. The noise was one thing, but the air seemed to be filled with the stench of stinky feet , enough to make one's liver and intestines ache. The villagers earned their money through hard work, and they would fall asleep as soon as they were tired, so this didn't bother them much. In fact, their snoring was more disturbing than the noise. What was even worse was that some of the men, after drinking too much, would seek out the older women who played the role of seduction, howling and screaming . Perhaps they had professional ethics, and their vigorous moaning was just to satisfy their clients, but the sound was truly terrifying. Zhang Dong thought: "Those older women are all quite old, and screaming like a pig being slaughtered isn't necessarily a matter of professional ethics ." Your awful performance is so bad, people won't believe it, and it might even scare your customers into developing impotence or other similar problems. You're not only yelling yourself hoarse, but you're also ruining someone's erection for life. Can you please stop doing things that harm others and yourself? Besides, your screaming was so horrific, I almost thought there was some kind of bloodshed, I almost called the police! Damn it, that's not the sound of moaning during sex, it's like you're butchering a pig! If I stayed another night, I would definitely break down. Zhang Dong went downstairs with a cigarette in his mouth and sat on the sofa in the lobby to clear his head. The counter was packed; it was check-out time, the busiest time of the day for the hotel. Lin Yan wasn't visible at the counter, but Lin Ling, wearing faded jeans and a purple top, her ponytail swaying in the air, her face slightly flushed and covered in fine sweat, looked youthful and charming. She was busy settling deposit slips. Chen Yuchun, dressed in shorts and a lace-trimmed blouse, possessed a captivating charm despite her young age. She was also helping out, deftly collecting and returning money; it was clear she was experienced in these tasks. "Cousin!" Suddenly, Chen Nan came running downstairs, panting. Upon seeing Zhang Dong, she shyly lowered her head and called out softly, then ran to the counter, saying, "Sister Lingling, everything in the room is complete." "Why are you checking rooms ? Who would steal junk!" The villagers immediately booed, feeling it was unnecessary and a waste of time. Lin Ling ignored them, giving them a disdainful look before continuing to work on the accounts. Chen Yuchun and Chen Nan quickly helped; during this busiest time of day, they dared not slacken their efforts. Even though their movements were a little clumsy, they managed to avoid any mistakes.

Seeing Chen Nan blushing and keeping her head down, Zhang Dong chuckled and shook his head helplessly, thinking: "This young
girl is still very naive. These places are full of used condoms, and sometimes the trash cans
are even more messy. It's really inappropriate for her to see this during room checks."

After the counter space cleared up a bit, Chen Yuchun ran up to Zhang Dong, her eyes glistening with tears, and asked, "Brother Dong,
are you hungry?"

"No. Have you eaten?" Zhang Dong subtly winked at Chen Yuchun.

Chen Yuchun immediately bit her lower lip and gave Zhang Dong a coquettish glare.

"Not yet,"

Chen Yuchun said obediently with a smile. "Auntie went to buy groceries this morning, so we shouldn't need to order takeout for lunch. Auntie
is cooking on the third floor now, we can eat together later."

Zhang Dong smiled, and as Chen Yuchun turned away, he secretly pinched her plump, round buttocks, naturally eliciting
a .

The midday check-out rush had ended, but it wasn't time to rest yet; they still had to clean the rooms. The thought of these three
delicate girls cleaning up the mess left by those smelly men made Zhang Dong a little annoyed. He immediately stopped them,
saying, "Alright, do you want to work yourself to death? Nothing's more important than eating. Let's rest first."

"Brother Dong, guests are coming this afternoon. If we don't clean now, it'll be too late,"

Lin Ling said, also exhausted, sipping tea and panting heavily, her chest heaving. While
not as voluptuous as her sister's, she was still quite a sight.

"Do we have to wash the sheets ourselves?"

Zhang Dong hesitated, feeling awkward about having these three delicate girls clean such a dirty
room .

"What else can we do?"

Lin Ling sighed, not particularly opposed.

Chen Nan and Chen Yuchun were the same; they were used to doing housework since childhood and didn't find washing sheets tiring. They had hired people to do it
before when they were busy, but those were usually shop owners from nearby stores or unemployed housewives in the area
. The prices weren't expensive, and these people were happy to do odd jobs and earn some extra money.

Finally, at Zhang Dong's insistence, Lin Ling had no choice but to outsource these tasks. It

was already past 1 a.m. when they finished, and everyone finally had time to eat and rest.

The third-floor floor, though rough cement, had clearly been mopped repeatedly and looked very clean.
The old shoes and other belongings piled up in the hallway had been neatly organized,
making the environment much tidier and more comfortable to look at.

The door to the room was open, and Aunt Ya had already taken all the sheets out to air them. When everyone came up, she
paused , then smiled kindly and gestured with her hands.

"Mom said the food is ready and told us to eat quickly so we don't go hungry," Chen Nan said, affectionately taking
Aunt Ya's arm.

Aunt Ya and Chen Nan, used to a hard life, didn't sleep well last night in Zhang Dong's room, afraid of breaking something.
Accustomed to their industrious nature, they couldn't stay idle; they got up early and cleaned the
entire place , leaving no corner untouched. Not only were the corners and usually overlooked areas spotless, but even the balcony
was washed several times.

Zhang Dong was speechless. If Aunt Ya weren't a clean freak, her diligence alone would have been enough to impress him.

Lin Ling blushed slightly; clearly, while she was usually diligent, she wasn't this meticulous.

There was no place to eat in the room, so the dining table was set up on the balcony.

The midday sun was at its most intense, thankfully there was a sunshade,
but it was still very stuffy; stepping outside, a wave of heat almost hit you in the face.

The three dishes and soup on the table were very bland; in this sweltering heat, most people wouldn't have a good appetite.

Aunt Ya was a thrifty woman who knew how to manage a household. She naturally understood what dishes to cook in season, even though she hadn't been able
to afford .

The meal was filled with laughter and conversation, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. After

the meal, all the women vied to wash the dishes, but Aunt Ya smiled and didn't let them do it, diligently taking over the
task herself.

They were supposed to take a nap afterwards, but they had things to do later, and no one was used to such a structured lifestyle.
So, after lunch, Chen Nan and Chen Yuchun went out hand-in-hand to buy some school supplies and magazines.
Lin Ling also had to go out, so the three women naturally went together. Fortunately, they got along well, and Chen Nan didn't mind Lin
Ling being a stranger; they quickly became acquainted.

Zhang Dong, on the other hand, became a mere decoration, but he was happy to have some free time.

Upon arriving at the lobby, Lin Ling locked the counter and gave some instructions.

Just as Lin Ling was about to leave, Zhang Dong called out to her, "Lingling, come here for a second."

"Brother Dong, is something wrong?"

Lin Ling walked over with a smile. It was too hot, and she was sweating a little. The thin fabric of her clothes clung to her pink
skin , and although it was hazy, it was still quite a sight.

"Take this." While Chen Yuchun and Chen Nan weren't paying attention, Zhang Dong secretly slipped two thousand yuan to
Lin Ling.

"What... what are you doing?" Lin Ling wasn't surprised. She glanced at Chen Yuchun and Chen Nan beside her and
vaguely guessed what was going on. "Here, take them and buy them some clothes," Zhang Dong instructed. "Also,
buy a few more for my aunt; she didn't bring many clothes with her."

Zhang Dong appeared carefree, but he was actually a meticulous person. Chen Yuchun's house had been completely emptied, and what couldn't be taken
was almost thrown away as trash. She didn't have many clothes when she worked at the old restaurant, and these past few days she had been wearing
alternating washing them at night, drying them the next day, and then changing. If it rained, she would probably be naked the next day.
As for Aunt Ya and Chen Nan, they didn't take two or three changes of clothes when they left, and the clothes they did have were very old, even
patched to the point of being unwearable.

Zhang Dong didn't know if Chen Yuchun and Aunt Ya had showered yesterday, but they were still wearing the same clothes as yesterday,
so he guessed that even if they had money, they wouldn't be willing to buy new ones.

"Okay, I understand."

Lin Ling nodded, then immediately changed the subject, smiling ambiguously, "What about my sister? Her clothes are all
cheap stuff from street stalls, aren't you going to buy her a few things?"

"I'll take her to the city to buy some when I have time."

Zhang Dong smiled slightly, then deliberately put on a stern face, "You little devil, you always bring up the wrong
thing! Do you think I'd forget something like this?"

Lin Ling made a face and put the money in her pocket.

Afterwards, Zhang Dong gave Chen Yuchun and Chen Nan money, instructing them not to skimp on the books and school supplies they needed.
Chen Yuchun was a little hesitant, and Chen Nan was also a bit embarrassed. In the end, Zhang Dong insisted, and they reluctantly
accepted the money.

"Brother Dong, we're going out."

Lin Ling and the other two girls went out shopping with great enthusiasm. Zhang Dong smiled and waved goodbye to them, then breathed a sigh of relief, thinking:
What a joke, going shopping in this heat? Putting aside everything else, shopping is a woman's activity,
and I wouldn't dare to join in.

There was no air conditioning in the lobby, only an old electric fan that was wobbling as if it were about to fall apart. At noon,
the air was very stuffy. The old woman at the counter had long since fallen asleep on the counter. This kind of heat only makes people
lazy, so lazy that you feel drowsy even if you don't do anything.

Zhang Dong lay on the sofa smoking. After a few puffs, his pocket kept vibrating. He took out his phone and saw
that was Lin Yan calling. He immediately grinned lewdly, thinking: Didn't she say she wasn't feeling well today and wanted to sleep in?
Looks like I exhausted her last night.

"Hey, Miss, finally decided to get up?"

Zhang Dong answered the phone, his words dripping with a roguish smirk.

"Hey, Dongdong..." Lin Yan's voice was languid, clearly still a little groggy from just waking up, her sweet, languid tone
making one's bones go weak.

Just that soft voice instantly made Zhang Dong's erection throb.

"Your servant is here."

Zhang Dong chuckled, thinking: Women are really strange. Lin Yan is clinging to me now, and she's even given me
such a weird nickname. This extremely cloying tone doesn't sound like a charming young woman; it's more like
a little girl experiencing her first stirrings of love.

"I'm hungry." Lin Yan's voice was muffled, sounding both coquettish and aggrieved: "You didn't even call me
to eat . Whatever, I'm starving, go buy me something to eat."

"No problem, what do you want to eat?"

Zhang Dong was secretly pleased, thinking: He who eats another's food is bound to do his bidding. This little wench dares to order me around; she
'll have to pay the price .

"Two portions, okay? Sister Lan's coming over soon. I want braised pork fried rice, she can have whatever she wants." Lin Yan giggled.
"Dongdong, you're so sweet, give me a kiss, I'm going to wash my face."

The kiss was rather insincere; there wasn't even a quick "kiss" before the call ended. But Zhang Dong smiled indifferently and
immediately ran to the old restaurant.

The old restaurant was still bustling with people. Even though it was past mealtime, it was still incredibly busy. The waiters were all
running around like headless chickens, not even having time to greet anyone who came in. The courtyard was packed with people;
almost everyone was squatting on the stone steps eating. Many people had chopsticks but no food, swallowing hard as they waited for the food from
the kitchen .

Zhang Dong looked at it, stuck out his tongue, and thought: Goodness, how long will it take to get anything? This
business is ridiculously good; with a line like this, I probably won't live long enough to wait.

Then a thought struck Zhang Dong: I'm practically an acquaintance, and the future boss, so I shouldn't have to
wait with the others!

Thinking of this, Zhang Dong strode towards the kitchen.

Just as he reached the kitchen, the waiter at the door waved impatiently, saying, "
Wait outside. It's incredibly busy here. You'll be eating in a minute, what's the rush?"

Clearly, many diners were impatient or in a hurry, and the waiter was also getting a little frustrated.

Zhang Dong didn't mind the waiter's attitude and said with a smile, "I'm looking for Ah Fei."

"Looking for the master? He's inside." The waiter's attitude immediately improved.

The old restaurant still operated on the traditional master-apprentice system. Ah Fei was the head chef, and
many of the kitchen staff were his apprentices.

Zhang Dong was truly embarrassed. Cai Xiong had introduced Ah Fei by his real name, but it was just a smelly man's name, and Zhang Dong
couldn't remember it at all.

But this wasn't Zhang Dong's fault. He'd been called "Ah Fei" since childhood, and even Cai Xiong wasn't entirely sure when introducing him. Now,
few people knew his real name; but if you said "Ah Fei," everyone knew he was the head chef of the old restaurant. Even
when people wrote invitations for him, they'd simply write "Mr. Ah Fei's Residence" for convenience.

Inside the kitchen, Chef Wei and the cooks were working feverishly.

Ah Fei was scolding a cook when he saw Zhang Dong enter. He paused for a moment, then greeted him with a broad smile
, saying, "Oh, the new boss is here for an inspection!"

"Brother Fei, very busy, right?" Zhang Dong said politely.

Seeing that Ah Fei's behavior was neither overly attentive nor negligent, but rather just average, Zhang Dong wasn't stupid.
A quick glance revealed his understanding: Ah Fei was adept at interpersonal relationships, so his lukewarm attitude towards his new boss
was understandable. He knew his place in the old restaurant; no matter who the new boss was, no one would dare offend him, the head chef. Besides, although he had a fixed salary, Cai Xiong would give him red envelopes
during holidays . Zhang Dong had previously inquired, and this amount was roughly equivalent to one-tenth of his business, so a change of boss was negligible for , having almost no impact. Ah Fei was neither overly attentive nor trying to offend anyone. He was doing his job well at the old restaurant, and there was nothing he could do if Cai Xiong wanted to leave . As for the new boss, he was a little uneasy, but as the mainstay of the old restaurant, even with some anxiety, he didn't really care who the new boss was if his income remained the same. "These kids, they'll cause trouble if you don't keep an eye on them." Fatty chuckled, pulling out a cigarette with his greasy hand and offering it to Zhang Dong. He spoke with a tone of exasperation, "They say a young man's words are unreliable, and mealtimes are the busiest time. These kids can't be left unsupervised." Zhang Dong didn't mind, lighting his cigarette and smiling, "Fatty's right. Without you in the kitchen, it'd be complete chaos. Most people couldn't do this job." Zhang Dong's words weren't untrue. The old restaurant was thriving; the kitchen was incredibly busy at lunchtime . Without an experienced person to oversee things, mistakes were easily made. Although his words had a hint of flattery, Zhang Dong spoke with sincerity. Fatty laughed, "What's up, boss? Is this undercover visit for some instructions?" "Don't call me that, it's not even close to being settled yet!" Zhang Dong was very modest. He only felt at ease after the terms were agreed upon and his own affairs were settled. "It's all settled now," Ah Fei said modestly with a smile. The kitchen was noisy, and Zhang Dong and Ah Fei spoke softly, while the others were preoccupied with their own things and didn't hear them clearly.

The kitchen was filled with the stench of oil, and Zhang Dong couldn't stand it for long. He whispered, "Brother Fei, could you please
have someone prepare some food for me to take away?"

"Sure,"

Fei replied, immediately calling over a chef to prepare it.

Outside the kitchen, Zhang Dong chatted with Fei and learned that Ya Zai was also at the old restaurant.
Intrigued, Zhang Dong wanted to talk to them.

Fei didn't refuse, and took Zhang Dong to the small attic in the back. He probably felt it would be
a shame not to try and win Zhang Dong over.

The vegetable garden was usually busy in the evenings, so they didn't pay much attention to business at noon. Ya Zai would buy vegetables and prepare the ingredients early in the morning and then come
here to relax.

Ya Zai used to work at the old restaurant, and his relationship with Fei was like that of brothers;
he would occasionally help out when the old restaurant was too busy.

There were two or three more armchairs on the second-floor balcony, and the table was larger than before.
They . The charcoal stove was still burning, and the water was boiling. Both apprentices and
masters liked to leisurely enjoy a cup of tea there.

The mute boy was scrolling through his phone when he saw Zhang Dong arrive. He paused slightly, then smiled shyly, stood up, and said,
"Brother Zhang."

Zhang Dong felt a little embarrassed, realizing he was much younger than the boy. The mute boy was indeed honest, and although it's
customary to address someone as "brother" or "sister" when traveling, it felt strange to be addressed like that.

Fatty chuckled, sat down, and started making tea, saying, "Alright, mute boy, the boss is here
to assess your skills."

The mute boy smiled憨厚ly, sitting silently to the side. Though not a talkative person, he was very easygoing.

After offering cigarettes to Fatty and the mute boy, Zhang Dong glanced at the crowded customers below and began
chatting with them about all sorts of things, subtly trying to elicit some information.

The mute boy remained silent; Fatty, on the other hand, answered every question, talking about everyday matters, so there was no need for him to play any
tricks .

In fact, Zhang Dong was somewhat unfamiliar with the old restaurant, and his interest in learning more wasn't for any particular purpose. The conversation was lukewarm
, but the atmosphere was pleasant.

Not long after, the food was packed up. Zhang Dong, worried that Lin Yan might be hungry, didn't dare linger, so A Fei and the other man
got up and saw him to the door.

Zhang Dong glanced at the bustling old restaurant and then at the two chefs whose attitudes were lukewarm, and said,
"Brother Fei, Brother Ya, I'll be going back to the provincial capital in a few days. I'll have a proper chat with you when I get back."

After a few pleasantries, Zhang Dong took his leave and returned to the hotel. However, he was slightly taken aback when he entered.
Not only was Xu Hanlan's car parked outside, but Sister Li's car was too. It seemed Xu Hanlan
hadn't just come to visit; these young women were just looking for trouble.

He went up to the third floor, and sure enough, before even entering his room, he heard a burst of giggling laughter.

Xu Hanlan's laughter was gentle and melodious, while Lin Yan's laughter was charming and seductive, the combination incredibly alluring.
If , the auditory stimulation alone would be enough to make one's blood boil.

"Oh, Dongzi's here," Sister Li greeted him familiarly as soon as he entered.

Inside the room, Xu Hanlan, dressed in an elegant pink suit, stood with her feet crossed, her sheer stockings and dark brown high heels exuding a uniform
allure. Her hair was neatly styled in an updo, and her large eyes behind black-rimmed glasses flickered. Seeing Zhang Dong , she
simply smiled gently and said nothing.

Lin Yan, still a little fuzzy from just waking up, wore only a silk nightgown, her alluring curves barely
concealed .

Upon seeing Zhang Dong, Lin Yan smiled sweetly, but restrained herself from being overly affectionate due to the presence of others. Instead, she
tossed him a pair of slippers, half-jokingly saying, "The floor is very clean, don't step in it."

"Okay,"

Zhang Dong replied, looking slightly annoyed, but still secretly blew Lin Yan a kiss.

This small gesture, seemingly indifferent, carried a hint of illicit pleasure for both Zhang Dong and Lin Yan, who felt a secret connection.
Lin Yan, a lazybones, hadn't eaten yet, and neither had Xu Hanlan. As soon as Zhang Dong put the slippers down,
they began eating while drinking beverages.

The old woman was late, giving Lin Yan and the other woman some time to eat.

Sister Li kept grumbling, but it was just habitual, and she wasn't particularly impatient.

During their meal and casual conversation, Xu Hanlan suddenly looked up and quietly asked, "How did things go?"

"It should be fine. I'll personally go back to the provincial capital in a couple of days,"

Zhang Dong said casually, neither making a solemn promise nor feigning difficulty; this time,
there was no .

"Okay, thank you for your trouble."

Xu Hanlan's eyes darted around, but she continued eating without saying anything.

This wasn't the place for flirting, but thankfully the room had air conditioning, making it much more comfortable than outside.
The two beauties had barely finished eating when the old woman, apologizing profusely, pushed open the door and entered.

She washed her hands, and the Great Wall battle began again, destined to be another bloody affair.

With nothing else to do, Zhang Dong found it boring to sit and watch, so he simply left the room. He was already a little sleepy and went
straight back inside.

The room was brightly lit with the doors and windows wide open, though a bit stuffy despite the ventilation.

Even at this hour, the mute aunt was busy scrubbing the walls in the bathroom. Seeing Zhang Dong, she paused for
a moment, then gave him a gentle and kind smile.

Zhang Dong quickly greeted her, "Auntie, this isn't our own home, you don't need to clean it so thoroughly."

The mute aunt shook her head and gestured a few times.

Although Zhang Dong didn't understand what she meant, seeing her continue working without stopping, he simply
let her be. He knew that people like her couldn't stay idle; used to hardship, suddenly expecting her
to enjoy a comfortable life might make her uncomfortable.

The mute aunt was much more cheerful today, at least not as reserved as when she first met Zhang Dong.

Today, Aunt Ya was wearing an old-fashioned floral shirt, the kind of thing usually worn by people in their sixties or seventies in the countryside
. Although it seemed rather old-fashioned, the way she wore it exuded a traditional woman's wisdom and charm, which slightly surprised Zhang Dong
. Her unintentional gestures, and the subtle curves visible beneath the loose fabric, were alluring.
Even though she had given birth, she still looked young, her figure not overweight, even as captivating as a young girl.

In his astonishment, Zhang Dong even began to fantasize that if Aunt Ya hadn't dressed so old-fashionedly, but instead wore
prettier clothes and had taken better care of herself, she would also be a very beautiful woman. Chen Nan, at such a young age, was already a beauty.
If Aunt Ya dressed up, even if she wasn't stunning, she would still be a pleasing beauty.

Seeing Zhang Dong staring blankly at her, Aunt Ya smiled shyly, turned her head away, and pointed into the room, seemingly
referring to something.

"Aunt, you go ahead with your work, I'll lie down for a bit."

Zhang Dong snapped out of his reverie and cursed himself inwardly: Why is my mind always filled with such lewd thoughts? There's no
shortage of women these days, why am I like a rutting boar, having to fantasize about everyone I see?

The room was very tidy, the windows were closed, the curtains were drawn, and the air conditioner was on. Zhang Dong looked around and
realized what Aunt Ya was referring to. All the dirty clothes he had changed out of had been washed and folded neatly, so clean that
Zhang Dong found it hard to believe.

Perhaps subconsciously, they were all family, so Aunt Ya didn't think much of it and continued cleaning in the bathroom.
Perhaps she was still a little uneasy, but she naturally treated herself as an elder.

Seeing that Aunt Ya didn't intend to leave, Zhang Dong felt embarrassed to ask her to come out, so he simply left the door open and
lay down on the bed.

The air conditioning wasn't working well, and it was a bit stuffy. Zhang Dong wasn't sure if it was just his imagination
, but he felt a strange, feminine scent lingered on the bed where Chen Nan and her daughter had slept the night before. His mind drifted , and he could almost picture
how erotic the scene on that bed must have been, how alluring Chen Nan and her daughter's legs were spread out in a seductive pose.

Just as Zhang Dong was lost in his fantasies, his phone rang, startling him.

At that moment, Aunt Ya came out. Seeing that Zhang Dong seemed to have something to say, she gestured a few times and then left, closing the door behind her.

The room seemed to cool instantly; the sealed space, besides feeling oppressive, also brought a sense of peace.

The phone kept ringing. Zhang Dong yawned, initially not wanting to answer, but seeing it was Zhang Yong calling
, he quickly perked up and said, "Brother, are you a ghost? I was just about to take a nap."

"Dongzi, how did things go?" Zhang Yong asked.

"It's being handled. What's up?"

Zhang Dong lit a cigarette to perk himself up. Zhang Yong wasn't the type to
call
and offer pleasantries. He'd been a rigid person since his school days, and he remained so after leaving home. When Zhang Dong's father was alive, he rarely called home except for holidays. If he did call, it was just a few simple, important words before hanging up, never
interested in casual conversation.

"I have a flight this weekend; I need to go back," Zhang Yong said bluntly. "You should also go
back . I might only have a few days free this year. We brothers can meet up then and take care of the
inheritance paperwork." "

So urgent?"

Zhang Dong was taken aback, thinking: Had his eldest brother changed his mind?

Zhang Yong, seemingly able to read Zhang Dong's mind, immediately snorted and said, "Don't overthink it. I said I'd give you
the things , and your sister-in-law won't object. It's just that I received news these past few days that the area seems to be slated for demolition. If
the paperwork isn't clear, it could cause a lot of trouble."

He paused, then added casually, "Also, you don't have many connections over there, and I'm worried you might get bullied.
This time I'm going back, I'll arrange a gathering with some old comrades. You can get to know them; it'll be good for you." "Brother,
what exactly is going on?"

Zhang Dong was getting anxious, thinking: Demolition? Are you kidding me! Although it seems like a good thing, if
all the houses over there are demolished, will I still be able to go back to live in the provincial capital?

Before, when Zhang Dong's father was alive, he still had something to hold onto; now that his father is gone, Zhang Dong really
doesn't want to stay in the provincial capital. Although he has many friends, everyone is busy with their own lives after growing up, most of them have families,
and they don't keep in touch much.

Back in school, Zhang Dong was a bully. He didn't have a single close friend, and
to this day, he'd never attended a class reunion. Those people still labeled him a delinquent, and
they wouldn't invite him to gatherings. Sometimes Zhang Dong would get so angry he'd curse, "I'm almost thirty and I'm still called a delinquent? My social skills can't
be that bad!"

Everyone says class reunions are for hookups, that a meal can rekindle old flames between couples, but
why are you all so wary of me? I was a virgin until I dropped out of school, what old flames do I have? Are you
afraid I'll seduce your wives?

Zhang Dong did have a few fair-weather friends, but they'd all gone their separate ways. He didn't have much of a proper job,
except for was basically idle
. Naturally, he didn't have any legitimate social interactions, and staying in the provincial capital would definitely drive him crazy.

What puzzled Zhang Dong even more was, which rich and powerful guy dared to demolish the old district? Although the area is full of old
buildings, it's in the city center, and the property prices are high. Many real estate developers shake their heads at the sight of it; there
's just too much money to be made here. Even if there's profit to be made, you absolutely can't do anything without the ability. "My comrade told me about this
,"

Zhang Yong hesitated for a moment, then his tone softened. "Dongzi, I'll
talk to you about the details when you get back. You can't just sit around doing nothing. I have a few comrades who are doing well. We can ask them
to help see if there are any good business opportunities. You can't keep playing around like this."

"Brother, have you been bitten on the head by a dog?"

Zhang Dong was stunned, thinking: What's wrong with my brother? Although he had always been worried about me
being idle , before, when he said he was going to do business, he was just trying to trick me into going to the Northeast. He was like a father to me,
even stricter than the old man. If I really fell for his trick, I definitely wouldn't have a good life.

Zhang Yong had always felt that doing business was an unstable endeavor. Even with opportunities to make a fortune, there was
always the risk of financial ruin. So, under the guise of finding a job, he actually wanted to force Zhang Dong to attend
some kind of night school or "social university" to get a diploma.

Although he didn't know the specifics of what it entailed, Zhang Yong seemed to have connections to secure a government-affiliated job for Zhang Dong.
Moreover, Zhang Dong's mother had sacrificed her life for the country, so having her name on his side provided some protection. In
Zhang Yong's view, this was the safest arrangement.

However, the thought of such a thing sent chills down Zhang Dong's spine. Studying was something he hated most.
At his age, he had already spent so many years in the workforce. Going back to school would not only leave him unsettled, but the sheer
amount would drive him crazy.

Therefore, Zhang Dong preferred to be constantly reprimanded rather than consider Zhang Yong's suggestion. Furthermore, Zhang Dong knew his own limitations:
he lacked education and had a bad temper. Although he was intelligent, he was completely unsuitable for the treacherous world of officialdom. Climbing the ranks
cautiously step by step was impossible for him; not only did he lack the patience, but he also certainly couldn't stand the system.
Too many constraints.

Being a low-level employee is bound to be stifling, and being a minor official involves too many interpersonal relationships and constant suspicion. By
the time they finally rise to power, they'll probably be old men with gray hair.

Zhang Yong's idea was to establish a basic foundation here, then use his connections to transfer Zhang Dong to the Northeast.
Under his protection, Zhang Dong could at least manage a minor official position.

However, while it sounded smooth sailing, Zhang Dong knew in his heart that just building that foundation would take at least three to
five years . After the transfer, he'd still be working like a laborer, and by the time he gained some power, he'd definitely
be in his early forties.

The thought of spending over ten years in an office reading newspapers, that monotonous, prison-like
existence , made Zhang Dong shudder.

"You deserve a beating!" Zhang Yong cursed, but wasn't actually angry.

Zhang Dong said, puzzled, "Brother, let's be frank. Your wife and kids are over there, and I think you'll
never leave; but I'm unfamiliar with the place and really don't want to go. If I really have to go to the Northeast, I'd rather
stay in Xiaoli Town; at least I've adapted to life here."

Zhang Yong sighed and said, "What's wrong with me here? Dad's gone, and I have a responsibility to take care of you. You're
always so idle; how will you ever get married and have children? Dad was worried about you when he passed away. A man only understands responsibility
when he has a family. If you keep playing around like this, when will it end?"

"Yes, brother, you're awesome! Blood is thicker than water."

Although Zhang Dong still smiled, he couldn't help but feel touched. He felt a little embarrassed that Zhang
Yong .

"Dongzi, I'm not joking with you," Zhang Yong said with a wry smile. "Your sister-in-law and I have been discussing
this for a while now. Since you don't want to come to the Northeast, I won't force you. Let's all compromise. At least you can't continue to be idle
like this ."

"Yes, I promise to make something of myself and live up to your expectations, brother."

Zhang Dong's hair stood on end. This was the prelude to Zhang Yong turning into a nagging monk.

Although Zhang Yong wasn't usually talkative, he couldn't help but nag when talking about his younger brother. More importantly,
after the couple discussed it, he was definitely worried like a parent, arranging Zhang Dong's future. So
once he started talking, it wouldn't stop for a while.

Sure enough, Zhang Yong launched into another long lecture, a righteous and righteous admonition.

Zhang Dong's head was spinning from being lectured so much, and he immediately surrendered,
saying, "Brother, you're like my own father! Please, can you keep things simple? What kind of grand plan have you and sister-in-law come up with for my bright future this time?"

"You little rascal,"

Zhang Yong interrupted, laughing and scolding him. After a moment's thought, he said, "I'm not going to tease you anymore. Originally,
your sister-in-law and I didn't approve of you going into business, but after Dad passed away, we thought about it a lot and realized that forcing you
to find a job in a government agency is unlikely."

"Yes, you and sister-in-law are my confidants."

Zhang Dong thought to himself: It's good that you understand your brother's personality! But given my brother's prejudice, isn't he afraid that I might go astray while doing
a good business? This seemed to be his biggest concern before.

"Stop being so glib,"

Zhang Yong said solemnly. "I'll try my best to help you find a way when we get back this time. Once your business is more
stable , you need to get married quickly. You know your father's temper; he's always been a bit sexist.
After you get married, you need to have another child, at least a son, so your father can rest in peace."

"I see,"

Zhang Dong suddenly understood. Zhang Yong and his wife were both filial, so this change wasn't surprising.
They probably felt guilty for only having one child. But Zhang Dong thought something was off; it seemed like Zhang Yong was
treating him like a breeding pig.

"So settle down!"

Zhang Yong sighed. "Your sister-in-law has been good to you, at least you've thought about Dad. You can't keep lazing around
like this . Do some business properly, get married, and have children. That way, your sister-in-law and I won't have to
worry about you all the time."

"Yes, we'll talk about it when we get back."

Zhang Dong stuck out his tongue. "It's hard to explain now, but I promise you I won't go down the wrong path again.
But you know my education and experience, so don't have too high expectations."

"Okay, see you this weekend."

Zhang Yong was about to hang up when he hesitated for a moment before saying, "Oh, and bring your niece along
too. I want to meet her."

"Okay."

Zhang Dong thought for a moment. The start of school wasn't that urgent, so he agreed without asking.

Zhang Yong hummed in agreement and hung up.

Although Zhang Yong had been very serious, Zhang Dong knew that his brother and sister-in-law were more sentimental than he was. Otherwise, they
wouldn't have felt so guilty about their father's passing, and their thoughts wouldn't have changed so drastically.

Business? Become a patriarch? Zhang Dong lay sprawled on the bed, utterly clueless about what to do. The house he'd lived in for
over twenty years was being demolished; the place that held his childhood memories was about to be unrecognizable. Zhang Dong suddenly felt a pang of reluctance and
a sense of uncertainty about the future.

Lost and helpless, sleepiness washed over him. Zhang Dong sighed and closed his eyes.

Chapter 3: The Resolute Determination to Divorce

For the past two or three days, Zhang Dong had been idly passing the time.

Although he had reached a deal with Xu Hanlan and agreed on the price, it didn't count until the materials from the report were
retrieved .

Xu Hanlan had politely suggested moving to the villa, but Zhang Dong wasn't stupid. Aside from having someone go
and tidy up , he had no intention of moving there at all.

Chen Yuchun had bought many beautiful clothes, dressing up every day and flaunting herself in front of Zhang Dong.
Her youthful and alluring figure almost made Zhang Dong's nose bleed several times, but unfortunately, the restaurant was busy these past few days, and he couldn't find
any opportunity for a tryst.

Needless to say, Lin Yan's situation was even worse. Sister Li and Xu Hanlan were both very free lately, practically glued to their beds the moment they opened their
eyes , leaving Zhang Dong with no opportunity to make a move.

Aunt Ya and Chen Nan were staying in Zhang Dong's room; aside from helping with chores, they didn't go anywhere else. Under
these circumstances, it was even harder for Zhang Dong to find an opportunity for an affair. After all, the third floor was always bustling with people, and it was impossible to do anything improper. Since the living conditions downstairs were so poor, Zhang Dong simply slept on the floor in the third-floor corridor.

The mute aunt felt a little guilty about this and tried several times to ask Zhang Dong to sleep in the bed while they slept on the floor, but Zhang Dong
firmly refused each time.

As for Lin Yan, there was no point in counting on her for now. Although Zhang Dong always had opportunities to flirt with her and occasionally kiss
her, it wasn't really possible for him to sleep on her living room sofa. After all, Lin Ling was still living with her, and
as her older sister, she had to consider that. Although it felt a bit like burying her head in the sand, Zhang Dong couldn't do anything about it.

Calculating the days, it was about time to go back to the provincial capital.

Xu Hanlan seemed indifferent during this time, but Xu Lixin and her husband kept urging her. When she
came over to play mahjong, she would often ask casually, appearing not to be in a hurry, but she was probably getting impatient inside.

It wasn't that Zhang Dong didn't want to take advantage of so many benefits, but taking them so quickly seemed a bit too easy.
So every time Xu Hanlan asked, Zhang Dong would call and urge her several times in front of her.

When they finished checking out at noon, everyone had just caught their breath.

This morning, Aunt Ya got up early to go to the market and bought a plump grass carp as Zhang Dong had requested. At noon, she made
a mouthwatering sauerkraut fish dish, and, being a doting mother to Chen Nan, she also bought a lot of pastries.

Chen Nan and Chen Yuchun were overjoyed and immediately went upstairs to bring down the pots and pans, preparing for a small gathering in the living room.

After everything was ready, everyone sat down, enjoying the coolness brought by the new fan, eating and
chatting .

While eating the fish, Chen Yuchun kept cautiously watching Zhang Dong, and after a long pause, she couldn't help but ask,
"Brother Dong, are you really leaving tomorrow?"

Originally, everyone was chatting about everyday things, but as soon as she spoke, everyone's eyes turned to her. The Lin
sisters and Aunt Ya and her daughter all looked reluctant and had their own thoughts, while Lin Yan's eyes clearly showed more unease;
she had almost forgotten that Zhang Dong was just a passerby.

"I'm not leaving, I'm going back to take care of some things,"

Zhang Dong said, picking up a piece of fish. "The things Sister Xu asked me to do are almost done. After that, I
have to come back to take over those businesses, which will keep me busy for a while."

"Oh, how long?"

Lin Yan asked casually, but a hint of concern and anticipation flashed in her eyes.

"My brother is back, he'll probably stay for about a week,"

Zhang Dong thought for a moment and said. "Those procedural things are quite complicated, so I guess I won't have a peaceful time
when I come back. It'll be troublesome to go back and forth every few days to handle the formalities."

"Brother Dong, will you come back to live here again?" Chen Nan asked, biting her chopsticks, her eyes already slightly
moist .

Growing up in that impoverished family, without a father or siblings, this cousin who suddenly appeared
had become very important to Chen Nan in just two days. Although Zhang Dong hadn't spent much time with her,
his casual words were full of concern for her, making her feel a kind of kinship different from that of her mother.

"Probably."

Zhang Dong took a bite of rice and said, "But you have to come with me. My older brother wants to see you." "Me too?"

Chen Nan was a little dazed, imagining what her other older brother would be like. Earlier, when she had casually asked him,
Zhang Dong had described Zhang Yong as someone who would eat people, making her feel uneasy.

The mute aunt smiled gently. She gestured.

After "talking" with the mute aunt for a while, Chen Nan nodded and said, "Brother Dong, my mom said
we shouldn't be too shabby when visiting my brother and sister-in-law. Should we buy something? Is there anything we should be aware of there?"

"No, we can go empty-handed."

Zhang Dong thought: It's too polite to go empty-handed; it would be tiring for me to carry all the things I buy.

"Hmm, then I'll go with you tomorrow?"

Chen Nan was still a little uncertain, looking confused, which was extremely cute.

"Yes, no need to pack much. Just buy a few clothes in the provincial capital to change into."

Zhang Dong sensed the low spirits of Lin Yan and the others and immediately smiled, "We're only going back for a few days this time. Yanzi,
Lingling, do you want to come along?"

As Zhang Dong spoke, his face was turned towards Lin Yan, but his eyes secretly glanced at Chen Yuchun.

Chen Yuchun initially seemed a little disappointed, but when she met Zhang Dong's gaze, her heart warmed. Seeing that Zhang Dong
was secretly concerned about her, she immediately bit her lower lip and secretly chuckled.

"That's not a good idea! You're doing serious business, not going back to play."

Lin Yan was tempted for a moment, but immediately shook her head. She felt that with so many people going together, this
trip wouldn't really be a romantic getaway for just the two of them. Zhang Dong probably wouldn't be able to take care of everyone, and Xu Hanlan's matter seemed urgent
. This trip would definitely be too busy and lack romance, so it would be better not to go.

"That's right, I'm not going either."

Lin Ling shook her head sensibly and said, "I'm too busy to leave right now. Besides, if it were a trip,
it would be great if everyone went together, but you have business to attend to. Wouldn't it be incredibly boring if we went?"

Aunt Ya nodded in agreement.

Seeing this, Chen Yuchun was also somewhat tempted, but she didn't dare to say anything. Since the Lin sisters weren't going
, she naturally couldn't shamelessly follow along, especially since she couldn't find a good reason to go.

Zhang Dong glanced around and understood that Chen Yuchun and the others wanted to go to the provincial capital for sightseeing. However, Lin Yan was right.
They had business to attend to this time and would inevitably have to go to some places that required paperwork. Taking them along would indeed be inconvenient.
Besides Chen Nan was his cousin, so taking her was perfectly acceptable. If Zhang Yong saw Lin Yan with him, he might get carried
away and force her into marriage, which would be troublesome. Chen Yuchun was even more unacceptable. Zhang Yong always prided himself on being the embodiment of righteousness.
If he found out that he had seduced such a girl, he would probably skin him alive.

The women were momentarily disappointed. After all, they were in the prime of their youth, and who wouldn't want to see the outside world?
Skyscrapers and the hustle and bustle of the city held an unparalleled allure for them. While everything in the small town was peaceful
and pleasant, it couldn't compare to the vibrant and exciting life in the city.

The atmosphere became somewhat somber, and Zhang Dong didn't know what to say.

Just as everyone fell silent, the door creaked open, and Chen Dashan's honest
voice : "Oh, so many people."

"Brother-in-law's back!"

Lin Ling immediately stood up, but as she called him "brother-in-law," she glanced awkwardly at Zhang Dong, feeling a little uncomfortable.
Chen Dashan smiled woodenly. He had been busy these past few days, looking noticeably thinner and
more .

Behind Chen Dashan followed a young man in his early twenties, who gave off a bad vibe. He
had shifty eyes, and his gaze darted around as soon as he entered. When he saw the table full of beautiful women, his eyes lit up, and...
A lecherous glint appeared on his face.

"Auntie," the young man unexpectedly called out to Lin Yan as soon as he arrived.

"Xiao De's here, have a seat," Lin Yan said politely, though she seemed a little awkward. Everyone
made way, and the young man and Chen Dashan sat down, but neither spoke, creating a tense atmosphere.

Chen Dashan took out a cigarette but didn't offer it to Zhang Dong; instead, he smoked it repeatedly, his brow furrowing deeper with each puff. After
a long while , Chen Dashan seemed to have made up his mind. As he walked upstairs, he said, "Yanzi, I need to talk to you about something."

"Oh, okay,"

Lin Yan replied, seemingly unaccustomed to seeing Chen Dashan so serious, and followed him with a hint of panic.
The young man chuckled, went to the counter, and started playing on the computer, opening a drink as if he knew it all too well.
After the meal, Auntie Ya and Chen Nan began clearing the dishes, while Chen Yuchun swept the floor, both looking worried,
unsure of what Chen Dashan was up to.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Zhang Dong quietly pulled Lin Ling outside. Seeing her worry, he whispered, "
Is the person Chen Dashan brought his sister's child?"

"Yes, his older sister's child,"

Lin Ling said with disgust. "This kid is so young and already so troublesome. He's always causing trouble, and
his mother almost hanged herself a few times."

Zhang Dong lit a cigarette and began to inquire.

It turned out the young man's name was Xiao De, and he was Chen Dashan's older sister's child. His older sister had married and moved away a long time ago,
but less than ten years later, her husband died of uremia. The previous treatments had drained their savings.

To repay the debts, Chen Dashan's older sister worked day and night, neglecting to discipline her son who was just entering puberty.

Perhaps the trauma of his father's death and the family's poverty was too much for Xiao De. He was initially a decent student, but
after entering junior high, he started going astray, hanging out with a group of hooligans. He picked up smoking and drinking, and fighting at school became
commonplace. Once, when the discipline master reprimanded him, he lost his temper and slapped the master several times
. Needless to say, despite his mother's pleas, he was expelled.

Afterwards, Xiao De became even worse. His mother begged and pleaded to find him a school that would accept him,
but it turned out he was a leopard that couldn't change its spots. He even got into a fight during the opening ceremony. Seeing the students fighting and even swinging chairs, one can imagine how

furious the principal, who was giving a passionate speech on stage, must have been. Naturally, Xiao De was expelled again without even attending a single class. His mother was heartbroken, but no school nearby would take him in. At that time, Xiao De, incited by some hooligans, did something shocking—he climbed over the wall into the girls' dormitory and slept with his so-called "girlfriend," sexually assaulting her in front of the other girls. Although Xiao De wasn't charged with rape afterward, his mother gave up and couldn't discipline him anymore. After that, Xiao De was constantly causing trouble, getting into fights, causing disturbances, and vandalizing other people's stalls. His actions became increasingly outrageous; at such a young age, he was already a seasoned veteran in the detention center, having been in and out several times. However, because of his young age and the relatively minor nature of his offenses, he didn't stay in jail for long. But each time he was released, he became even more outrageous, doing increasingly outrageous things. There were even rumors that he later stopped going home and moved in with two women working in the sex industry. Zhang Dong was horrified. He thought: This guy is incredibly capable; he can even manage to get those women to support him. With such talent, why doesn't he become a gigolo and instead gets into fights! "It's infuriating, isn't it? His mother doesn't care anymore." Lin Ling said, her anger rising. "When he's short of money, he comes to my brother-in-law every few days asking for more. And every time he goes to the detention center, my brother-in-law has to bring him money. And as soon as he gets out, my brother-in-law buys him this and that. I think all his bad habits are because my brother-in-law spoiled him." "Oh, so you dote on him?" Zhang Dong wasn't surprised. It's normal for an uncle to dote on his nephew, but he didn't expect Chen Dashan to be so indulgent . "Yes. The money for his driver's license test, his phone, and his motorcycle was all secretly given to him by my brother-in-law." Lin Ling couldn't help but smile bitterly. "You know my sister still owes Sister Xu so much money. Every time, my brother-in-law secretly gives it to her before telling her. They often argue about it." "So, judging from this situation, it's like a weasel paying respects ?" Zhang Dong glanced inside, looked at Xiao De's character, and roughly understood what was going on. These kinds of kids, frankly speaking, are plagued by an inferiority complex. Their families have experienced hardship, their pride is too strong, and they fear being looked down upon. So they do outrageous things to attract attention, easily swayed by hooligans, acting impulsively and recklessly. These people are usually envious of others' success and laugh at others' failures; they're lazy and only care about pleasure, with what's the use" mentality. "Night owls come into the house, they don't come unless there's a reason," Lin Ling playfully replied with an idiom, though her bitter smile held a hint of helplessness. Zhang Dong secretly glanced inside; Xiao De was sitting at the counter, playing on the computer and using his phone —the latest trendy gold model. It's quite something that Chen Dashan, burdened with debt and struggling financially, still had the money to buy Xiao De a phone; it seems he truly dotes on him. Lin Ling had mentioned Xiao De's name was Chen De, and Zhang Dong felt something was off, asking suspiciously, "By the way, is his sister 's surname also Chen?" Chen is a common surname in this area, so it's not unusual. However, Lin Ling shook her head and said, "No. When my brother-in-law's sister married into the family, it was agreed that the child would be adopted. My brother-in-law's father had already he doesn't call his maternal grandfather, he calls him 'Grandpa' directly; and he doesn't call his brother-in-law 'Uncle,' he calls him 'Dad.'" "Oh, I see." Zhang Dong suddenly realized why Chen Dashan was so attentive; it turned out this was his family's heir. As Zhang Dong was gossiping, a commotion suddenly came from upstairs, accompanied by Lin Yan's furious cursing. Chen De was slightly taken aback, but immediately lowered his head and pretended not to hear, clearly having been prepared beforehand. Everyone else was stunned. Lin Ling heard Lin Yan's agitated voice and immediately ran upstairs. Normally, it's not appropriate to interfere in other people's family affairs, but Zhang Dong couldn't care less at this moment and immediately followed. The door on the third floor was wide open, and broken glass bottles and tea sets were scattered on the ground. At this moment, Lin Yan was furious, her body trembling, her teeth clenched, two lines of tears streaming down her face. She glared fiercely at Chen Dashan, her clenched fists shaking uncontrollably. "Ring ring."

Hearing footsteps, Chen Dashan turned around awkwardly. He felt embarrassed when he saw Lin Ling, but he was stunned when he saw Zhang Dong following
behind , seemingly not expecting an outsider like Zhang Dong to appear.

"Sister, what's wrong?"

Lin Ling nodded and ran over to support Lin Yan, whose face was ashen.

Only when Chen Dashan turned around did Zhang Dong see a bright red handprint on his face. It seemed the blow was
quite forceful, as it had already caused some swelling.

Zhang Dong felt a pang of pain. This Chen Dashan was as thick-skinned as a wild boar; he
wondered if .

"What happened? Let's talk this out!" Zhang Dong coughed, speaking in a peacemaker tone,
but he felt something was off. He thought: what kind of husband and wife are arguing, and I, an adulterer, am trying to mediate?

"Chen Dashan, I said I have no money, and that's it! Get out!"

Lin Yan said angrily, tears streaming down her face. "I've turned
a . Don't you know we're still in debt? Where am I supposed to get this money now?"

"Don't get agitated, don't get agitated, let's talk this out."

Seeing that Lin Yan was almost driven mad, Zhang Dong quickly poured her a glass of warm water and handed it to her.

Lin Yan took the water, gulped down a few mouthfuls, and continued to glare angrily at Chen Dashan.

Chen Dashan lowered his head with some guilt, his voice almost trembling with tears as he spoke: "Yanzi, I know
the family is struggling, but I really have no other choice. Xiaode lost his father when he was young, and who else can he rely on if not me? I
swore before my father's spirit to raise him." "I don't care! That's your problem."

Lin Yan's chest heaved slightly with anger as she resolutely said, "You know better than I how much debt we have now! With
the little money you've earned, besides paying off the debts, honestly, have I ever bought anything for myself or for my sister
? You take all the savings you have to your sister's house. When we were still able to make ends meet, did I ever say a word to you?"
"Yanzi, that's not what I meant." Chen Dashan lowered his head with guilt.

"That's not what I meant! What did I mean then!" Lin Yan turned and went into the room, retrieved all the ATM cards and
passbooks , and slammed them to the ground. "Take them all! Check for yourself whether I, Lin Yan, have saved a single penny of my own money.
Here are all the cards and passbooks. Withdraw as much as you want. See if there's any money left in this house!" With that,
Lin Yan burst into tears in anger.

Lin Ling quickly comforted Lin Yan, and seeing that Lin Yan was so angry, she quickly gestured for Chen Dashan to leave.
Chen Dashan sighed and could only slink out of the room, gently closing the door behind him.

Zhang Dong naturally couldn't stay any longer and came out with Chen Dashan.

Chen Dashan went downstairs looking troubled, with Zhang Dong following behind, offering him a cigarette.

As Zhang Dong came downstairs, the mute aunt and her daughter, along with Chen Yuchun, all cast concerned glances at him. Only Chen De immediately stood
up , looking expectant, and asked, "Dad, did you get the money?"

"No." Chen Dashan shook his head, looking helpless. He sat down on the sofa in the living room, his body going limp, giving off
an extremely dejected feeling.

Chen De frowned immediately, then lowered his head to play with his phone, looking disappointed and angry.

Zhang Dong took in the expressions of Chen Dashan and Chen De, and sneered inwardly: It seems it's
normal for this guy to be disliked; he only thinks of himself and doesn't consider the feelings of others. Being related to someone like this is truly bad
luck

. Chen De didn't go up to ask Chen Dashan anything, nor did he offer any words of comfort.

Chen Dashan held his head, looking pained and helpless.

Zhang Dong poured a glass of water for Chen Dashan, and, with a gossipy nature, sat down next to him, starting to probe him for information.

At this moment, Chen Dashan looked haggard. Already appearing old, he seemed to have aged considerably in an instant, his eyes bloodshot,
and his voice hoarse when he spoke. He glanced blankly at Chen De, who was engrossed in his phone, sighed heavily, and
then slowly recounted the whole story.

It turned out that Chen De was a good-for-nothing, spending his days idly and without any sense of responsibility. Chen Dashan, as his adopted son, worried about him even more than
his biological father . After all, Chen De had been adopted into his family, and by rights, he was essentially the continuation of the Chen family line. Chen Dashan, being a traditionalist,
naturally felt obligated to discipline this child.

Chen Dashan was a filial son; this was evident in his decision to marry Lin Yan so that his father could rest in peace. His physical
disability made him even more steadfast in his belief that "of the three unfilial acts, the greatest is to have no offspring." Therefore, he raised Chen De no less than Chen De's
mother , and the amount of worry and money he spent was immeasurable.

At the end of last year, Chen De, through his mother's connections and pleading with his maternal relatives, got a temporary job at a company.
Perhaps he was tired of playing around, but he seemed to have settled down, and his worldly wisdom and smooth-talking
skills were appreciated by his superiors, who subtly hinted at the possibility of him becoming a permanent employee.

Chen De's mother had inquired and learned that a permanent position would cost at least 50,000 yuan, but she had been living on odd jobs and
her family savings were less than 1,000 yuan. Where would she get that much money? So, without hesitation, she went to discuss it with Chen Dashan. But ostensibly a
discussion, it was really just a request for money, after all, this child was the root of the Chen family.

During this time, it was said that Chen De had also started dating a girl from the city, and the two had been living together for some time; she was even pregnant
. Now, when the two families met, the discussion ended badly. The girl's side didn't have many demands, but at least
she needed a house; they couldn't continue renting and living a frivolous life.

Chen De's mother calculated that... Selling the property and buying a regular apartment would still leave them short by about 100,000 yuan. Adding
the wedding expenses, it would probably take at least 200,000 yuan to secure both a job and a family.

Now, as a widow and her son, they could only rely on Chen Dashan's help. Chen De's mother had even written an IOU,
saying things like her father, if he knew in the afterlife, would be at peace holding his grandson. She emphasized that her son needed to settle down and establish himself before he could grow up,
which indeed touched a nerve with Chen Dashan.

But Chen Dashan was overwhelmed. He
simply , but with Chen De and his mother's desperate pleas, he had no choice but to reluctantly come to Lin Yan.

In fact, Chen Dashan knew he couldn't possibly have that kind of money. The only possibility was mortgaging the house;
otherwise, he simply couldn't come up with that much.

Chen Dashan's face twisted with embarrassment as he finished speaking, giving a bitter laugh, unable to think of any other solution.

"What do you plan to do?" Zhang Dong asked in a deep voice.

Zhang Dong believed he had a good eye for people. Since an honest man like Chen Dashan had spoken up, he certainly
wouldn't give up easily. Moreover, Chen Dashan was old-fashioned and stubborn. He was willing to go bankrupt so that his father could rest in peace.
Now that his family line was involved, he would not compromise easily.

"I...I'll come again tonight."

Chen Dashan sighed, stubbed out his cigarette, and walked outside.

Chen De didn't say anything, and followed without even saying goodbye.

Chen Dashan always had a dull and honest expression, but as he left, Zhang Dong clearly saw
a rare determination in his eyes.

This time, Chen De and his mother had pleaded to this extent, so it seemed he would definitely not refuse. For this money,
he would probably do anything, no matter how bad the consequences. Zhang Dong smoked and pondered. After all, an honest person can be difficult to deal with
once they get angry. He wondered if Chen Dashan would use some extreme methods to resolve this matter.

The atmosphere became somewhat oppressive after this incident. Chen Nan and Chen Yuchun were busy at the counter; the mute aunt
was inquiring about the details. Besides sighing, she understood that every family has its own troubles, and Chen Dashan
was only he was forced by money.

While Zhang Dong's mind was still racing, the sound of high heels suddenly came from the doorway.

Xu Hanlan, dressed in a suit, walked in. Sensing the atmosphere, she paused, then asked, "What's
wrong? Why does everyone look so upset?"

"Sister Xu," Chen Nan and Chen Yuchun greeted her obediently. Aunt Ya also smiled and nodded.

"You're here." Zhang Dong knew there would be another mahjong game that afternoon, but he wondered if Lin Yan, in her anger, would still
be able to play. The commission from these games was a crucial source of income for her.

"What happened?" Xu Hanlan frowned slightly. Although Zhang Dong's tone was calm, she sensed a hint of
frustration.

"Come on, let's talk upstairs." Zhang Dong sighed and led Xu Hanlan upstairs.

On the third floor, the door to Lin Yan and her sister's room was tightly closed. There was no sound from inside, and they didn't know what was going on.

Zhang Dong led Xu Hanlan to the balcony, sent a text message to Lin Ling, and then recounted the
whole story.

"I've heard of this kid."

Xu Hanlan frowned slightly and said, "He got arrested two or three times before when he was fighting and causing trouble. Every time,
Yanzi asked me to help take care of him. Yanzi isn't stingy with Chen Dashan either, but this time Chen Dashan is really
asking for an exorbitant amount ."

"Yeah, he has to rely on his uncle for everything, so his aunt is definitely not happy."

Zhang Dong said with a hint of sarcasm, "Chen Dashan is worrying more than his own father. Right now, even his mother
can't manage him. If it weren't for this uncle, would Chen De be a bachelor for life? I think his sister is so powerful that Chen Dashan
will definitely try every means to get this money."

"He'd have to have the money to get it!" Xu Hanlan gave Zhang Dong a charmingly disdainful look and said, "You
know . She still owes me money. If she wants to raise this money for Chen's family to get married and have children, she'll have to sell this restaurant
. Otherwise, there's no other way."

"I see..."

Zhang Dong frowned, pondering Chen Dashan's plan. He thought: It seems Chen De and his mother aren't
stupid. They probably know Chen Dashan can't raise the money from Lin Yan. Are they trying to force Chen Dashan to
sell the restaurant? But although Chen Dashan invested money in the restaurant, the house belongs to Lin Yan and her sister. Even though they're married
, are they really going to sell the house to benefit Chen De, leaving Lin Yan and her sister to starve?

Chen De and his mother are really shameless. They clearly know Chen Dashan won't refuse, yet they still pull this stunt.
It seems they really want the restaurant. They can't come up with the money unless they sell it. Chen Dashan must have
considered this before making this request. Damn it! Has this guy lost his mind? Zhang Dong couldn't help but curse.

Zhang Dong thought to himself: Chen Dashan is serious. He wouldn't just brush off his sister and son with a simple "no money. "
He's come to tell Lin Yan first, and if things don't go well, he'll probably demand a share of the inheritance, at least taking his rightful
share. For the sake of the Chen family line, he's going all in.

"Chen Dashan is probably serious,"

Xu Hanlan agreed with Zhang Dong, saying, "He seems honest, but he's very stubborn.
Even if breaks ties with Lin Yan, he'll still come up with this money. This guy is really crazy for this nephew."
"Yes, that's why Yanzi is so angry,"

Zhang Dong sighed, "Isn't this pushing the two sisters into a fire pit? There's still a
debt outside; there's no other way but to sell the house."

Zhang Dong and Xu Hanlan exchanged glances. Although it was someone else's business and not their place to interfere, they felt that Chen
Dashan's actions were somewhat excessive.

Before they could even exchange a few words, Sister Li and that repulsive old woman arrived, leaving Zhang Dong and his companion
little time to discuss the matter.

The bedroom door remained closed, and Lin Ling waited in the living room. Upon seeing Zhang Dong, she immediately whispered, "Brother Dong,
my sister is tired from crying and says she wants to sleep for a bit. She wants you to play for her."

"Hmm, comfort your sister a bit more,"

Zhang Dong sighed and nodded. He knew these wealthy women were a significant source of income for Lin Yan,
so he couldn't afford to offend them. He could only offer them a chance to teach their son a lesson.

The four of them sat down separately. The old woman continued her grumbling, Sister Li's words remained barbed,
and Xu Hanlan quietly focused on playing cards. Zhang Dong, of course, wouldn't mention this trivial matter. As soon as he sat down, he aggressively
won the first hand.

Perhaps it was because he was in a bad mood, but even though Zhang Dong knew his position was awkward and he had no right to be angry,
the thought of Chen Dashan still filled him with rage. He played mahjong with a dark face, not uttering a single word, his fierce appearance
actually intimidating the two constantly nagging old women.

Sometimes gambling is strange; after an afternoon of playing, the old women and Sister Li left, their faces dark and cursing,
while Xu Hanlan won a little, and Zhang Dong became the biggest winner.

When the game ended, it was almost seven o'clock. Xu Hanlan stood up and couldn't help but stretch, her
figure becoming incredibly alluring. Zhang Dong was immediately captivated and couldn't help but grin at her.

Xu Hanlan blushed, gave Zhang Dong a charmingly glaring look, and said irritably, "Go downstairs and see if Lin Ling
and the others have eaten yet? I'll go wake Yanzi and comfort her. No matter how angry you are, you still have to eat."

Zhang Dong thought: If I need to comfort Lin Yan, I can do it myself.

However, with Xu Hanlan around, Zhang Dong had no choice but to obediently go downstairs.

Downstairs was bustling with activity. Lin Ling and the others were busy behind the counter, while Aunt Ya was helping to hand out things.

Zhang Dong pushed through the crowd of people checking into the dorm and asked with concern, "Have you eaten yet?" "Yes,
Aunt Ya's cooking is delicious," Chen Yuchun said shyly with a smile.

Chen Nan teased, "Of course it's delicious! You little glutton, you've finished all the food. You didn't even
leave any for Dong-ge and Yan-jie."

"It's okay, you're still developing, eating your fill is the most important thing," Zhang Dong chuckled, his gaze casually
sweeping over Chen Yuchun's well-developed chest, earning him a playful glare from her.

After Chen Yuchun's first time, Zhang Dong was worried her wound would get infected, so he bought her some anti-inflammatory medicine. This kind of medicine
always makes you hungry easily, so Chen Yuchun eating so much was actually a good thing, proving her digestive system was
excellent.

The counter was busy, and there wasn't even time for a chat or a laugh. Zhang Dong didn't disturb them, running to the side to call
A-Long to tell him he was going back tomorrow, and then calling Da-tou to confirm the status of the documents.

After Zhang Dong finished these two calls, Xu Hanlan had already come downstairs, with Lin Yan beside her. Her beautiful face looked
somewhat haggard, her eyes red and swollen, showing signs of crying.

The usually carefree Lin Yan now looked truly pitiful, and Zhang Dong felt incredibly sorry for her, wishing he could rush over
and hug her to comfort her.

Their eyes met, and perhaps seeing the concern in Zhang Dong's eyes, Lin Yan felt a warmth in her heart. She shook her head and forced a
smile , indicating that she was fine.

The three of them got into Xu Hanlan's car. There weren't many restaurants in town, so they chose to eat at the vegetable garden
. As they entered the garden, they ran into the mute boy. He smiled憨厚ly and immediately offered to cook himself. Perhaps
noticing Lin Yan's bad mood, he didn't say much.

They found a quiet spot, and then four or five seafood dishes, perfect for both rice and drinks, were served.

Just as Xu Hanlan was about to order tea, Lin Yan shook her head, looked at Zhang Dong, and said softly, "I want to
drink. Can you keep me company?"

"Sure," Xu Hanlan didn't stop her. She had some good wine in the trunk of her car and immediately brought out
a bottle with a high alcohol content.

Lin Yan picked up her wine glass, sighed, and said, "Don't worry, I'm fine now.
What ? I won't get angry over him anymore."

With that, Lin Yan downed most of her glass of wine and began coughing violently.

Seeing this, Zhang Dong and Xu Hanlan joined her in drinking. After all, Lin Yan was stubborn,
and it was better to let her vent than to comfort her.

After finishing her glass, Lin Yan finally spoke. It turned out that while she was resting that afternoon, Chen Dashan had called again.
Although he spoke tactfully, his attitude was firm. If Chen Decheng couldn't come home this time, he would be letting his father down in
the afterlife , so he had to help resolve the matter no matter what.

"Solve it? This is forcing you!"

Xu Hanlan sneered. "A grown man with no ability whatsoever, relying on a woman to make all the decisions.
It seems Chen Dashan has no other choice but to force you to sell the house."

"He even calculated it for us."

Lin Yan sighed. "After the house is sold, besides paying back your money, he'll get
his share. With land prices rising in the new city, there will be some surplus, enough for my sister and me to buy a smaller
house."

"Did he calculate it, or his sister?"

Zhang Dong couldn't hold back any longer, angrily cursing, "That mother and son are so damn outrageous! The money
isn't theirs, yet they've calculated it so meticulously for others. They probably already consider Chen Dashan's money
theirs. Leaving you, Lin, some money to buy a small house is already a favor."

"Yes, Chen Dashan doesn't think things are so self-evident." Lin Yan sighed, not cursing,
seemingly numb to Chen's relatives.

"Yanzi, what are you planning to do?" Xu Hanlan asked with concern.

Throughout, Xu Hanlan hadn't mentioned the debt,
even It was clear she and Lin Yan had a close relationship, which was why she had stayed by Lin Yan's side.

"Let's sell the house," Lin Yan said after much deliberation, her face contorted with pain. This house
was their only refuge, their only source of support.

"You really plan to sell it?"

The usually gentle and polite Xu Hanlan suddenly became annoyed. "Why do you care so much about Chen Dashan!
He is his nephew, but these things are none of his uncle's business. Just insist you have no money, and see
what he can do! Chen Dashan can't hold a knife to your throat and demand it!"

"That's right, there's no such thing," Zhang Dong couldn't help but curse, thinking: Chen Dashan is so easily manipulated by his sister
and son ; doesn't he understand how important this house is to Lin Yan and her sister?

"This is the only way right now."

Lin Yan seemed relatively calm, shaking her head weakly. "Since Chen Dashan has brought
it , he's definitely made up his mind. After all these years of marriage, I know he's good-natured, but
stubborn. There's no room for negotiation."

"No way! Why should we let that Chen De get away with this?"

Xu Hanlan was also quite angry, speaking without restraint. "If he were a good kid,
that would be one thing, but don't you know what kind of person he is? At such a young age, he's good for drinking, gambling, and whoring—he's a hopeless
case, lazy and good-for-nothing. He expects you to support him no matter what. What kind of world is this!"

"I understand," Lin Yan said calmly. "That's why I'm thinking of
selling the house."

"Yanzi, you really need to think this through."

Zhang Dong hesitated for a moment, and although his words were a bit harsh, he
could
n't help but speak up. "If we sell the house, what will you two sisters do? Buy a small apartment and squeeze together, then go work for others? To put it bluntly, you probably haven't experienced that kind of hardship, and what good jobs are there in this town? Earning a little money will
exhaust ."

"I understand that," Lin Yan said. "But things have come to this point, it seems we have
no choice . Zhang Dong, Sister Lan, this isn't an impulsive decision; I've considered it for a long time before making this decision."

"Hmm, tell me your thoughts," Xu Hanlan sighed and poured wine for all three of them.

Lin Yan looked worried and said, "Actually, Chen Dashan said on the phone that if I wanted, he would
divorce and didn't want to hold me back. He borrowed about 100,000 yuan from some old friends. If I give him another 100,000 yuan,
he can write an agreement that he won't want any of the house or anything else."

"Oh, this guy, he just asks for 100,000 yuan." Xu Hanlan sneered and said, "His Chen family..."
"These relatives are shameless! Do they really think money grows on trees? Didn't they consider how Chen Dashan will live after
borrowing and then withdrawing it all?"

Zhang Dong agreed with Xu Hanlan's statement.

Chen De and his mother were indeed very selfish. Not only did they not consider the situation of Lin Yan and her sister, but Chen Dashan also had some
health problems. They emptied their savings and borrowed money again. How would they live in the future? Did they really expect that precious
incense offering to support him?

Zhang Dong was confident in his judgment of people. Chen De seemed very mean and selfish, not caring about family ties or the kindness of others.
His mother's ability to come up with such an idea and offer advice proved that she was no better. This mother and son
were birds of a feather, selfish and self-serving, never considering others.

"That's why I agreed to Chen Dashan's request." Lin Yan said with a look of disgust, "I'll let it go this time, but what
about next time? You all know about his sister and that Chen De. Right now, they need money for marriage and work. I'm afraid they'll need money for a car and living expenses later . When they have children, they'll need money to raise them, and money for their schooling... When will
this endless fuss end?" "That's true." Xu Hanlan was slightly taken aback, not expecting Lin Yan to think so far ahead. "So since Chen Dashan proposed a divorce and wrote an agreement, after thinking about it carefully, I actually feel relieved ." Lin Yan shook her head and sneered, "Let him keep Chen De if he wants, but I, Lin Yan, am not stupid. If we keep letting them bleed us dry like this, they'll probably drain all our savings. Chen Dashan dotes on that guy and listens to his sister completely. I'm afraid this will never end." " Have you made up your mind?" Zhang Dong asked with concern. This was a big deal for Lin Yan. Although he could be concerned, it seemed inappropriate to offer advice at this time. "Yes, what else can we do if we can't make ends meet?" Lin Yan smiled, appearing relieved yet somewhat indifferent. She said, "I don't have Chen Dashan's magnanimity, and I don't need to support his sister and that nephew. They're already making such exorbitant demands. If we don't draw a clear line, am I supposed to support their whole family in the future? Will his sister even have to come to me for medical ? What a joke, I don't have that much money." At this point, Zhang Dong and the other two had no appetite for food, only occasionally picking up a bite. However, once they started talking, they drank quite quickly, finishing more than half a bottle in no time. Xu Hanlan's face was slightly flushed, and Lin Yan's originally pale face also became much rosier, making her look very charming. "Actually, Yanzi's consideration is correct." Xu Hanlan thought for a moment and agreed, "Chen Dashan listens to his sister completely and spoils this nephew rotten. If we don't sever ties with him this time, I'm afraid we'll be entangled by his family and won't have a good life in the future." "How did you talk to him?" Zhang Dong pondered for a moment and asked the key question. "After selling the house, I gave him 100,000 yuan, and then we went our separate ways." Lin Yan's eyes dimmed. She wasn't sad because this abnormal marriage was ending, but she was reluctant to part with the hotel . "How is it?" Xu Hanlan looked at Zhang Dong. "Let nature take its course." Zhang Dong thought to himself: Why are you looking at me? I can't make any decisions about this. Besides, even if I wanted to help, Lin Yan would have to be willing. This matter involves her husband and in-laws, so it seems like it's not my place to speak. The atmosphere was somewhat oppressive, but Lin Yan, having made her decision, felt a sense of relief. However, the house was ultimately shared by her and Lin Ling, and although she had decided to sell it to get rid of the Chen family, she didn't know how to tell Lin Ling. After dinner, Zhang Dong and the other two discussed their plans as they returned to the restaurant. Since Sister Li had brought someone to play mahjong, Lin Yan and Xu Hanlan, having nothing else to do, joined in . After all, the situation was settled, and they couldn't afford to become depressed and stop eating and drinking. The evening was relatively quiet. Chen Nan and Chen Yuchun chatted and laughed at the counter, while Lin Ling sat on the sofa reading. Zhang Dong hesitated for a moment, then approached Lin Ling and said, "Lin Ling, I need to talk to you about something." "Oh, okay." Lin Ling was somewhat surprised, immediately put down her book, and followed Zhang Dong. The two stood at the restaurant entrance. Zhang Dong lit a cigarette and recounted the whole story, including the phone call from Chen Dashan . Seeing Lin Ling's uncertain expression, Zhang Dong hesitated for a moment before revealing Lin Yan's decision, including her thoughts and helpless concerns. Lin Ling, being relatively inexperienced, listened and then lowered her head in silence for a long time, unable to make up her mind. Zhang Dong naturally understood Lin Ling's dilemma. On one hand, Chen Dashan had raised her for so many years, and she still had a certain good impression of her brother-in-law ; on the other hand, she probably felt no less disgust for Chen De and his mother than anyone else, leaving her confused and even somewhat lost. Zhang Dong said softly, "I think Chen Dashan is a good person, but his sister is really no good. Your sister's decision to end things quickly is the right one. After all, how much money can you earn to support them if things continue like this? You know how shameless that mother and son are." "My sister really wants to divorce my brother-in-law?" Lin Ling looked pained, but she felt somewhat embarrassed as she said this, because in her eyes, Zhang Dong was Lin Yan's lover. "Besides this, I'm afraid there's no other way." Zhang Dong felt a little awkward. He was just passing on a message, so why did it seem like he had slept with someone's wife and was trying to break up their family? "Let me think..." Lin Ling leaned against the wall—her face blank, her delicate appearance pitiful, and the grievance in her eyes heartbreaking. Zhang Dong almost wanted to hug her. Zhang Dong smoked silently, not disturbing Lin Ling, knowing she should weigh the pros and cons. "I'll listen to my sister about this." Lin Ling thought for a long time, and as she walked inside, she said softly, "I'll listen to whatever my sister wants. Anyway, my sister won't hurt me. Chen Dashan is her husband, and I believe she must have considered it for a long time before agreeing." "Hmm, good that you understand." Zhang Dong immediately breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Lin Ling was reasonable. In fact, Lin Yan's decision was her own; she seemed somewhat numb, but her biggest concern was Lin Ling's feelings. Lin Ling's ability to think this way proved she was very sensible, knowing that Lin Yan had indeed sacrificed a lot to raise her. Zhang Dong and Lin Ling entered the restaurant one after the other. Lin Ling appeared somewhat downcast, and her expression was noticeably so when she sat back down on the sofa to read.

Somewhat distracted, though outwardly appearing carefree, Zhang Dong knew that the family upheaval had made her emotionally vulnerable.
If Chen Dashan and Lin Yan divorced, it would be like losing a family member.

"What's wrong with Lingling?" Chen Yuchun asked quietly. They knew a little about what had happened today, but
being dependent on others , they naturally didn't dare ask too much.

Chen Nan also cast a concerned glance, but she wasn't familiar with Lin Ling and felt embarrassed to ask.

"I don't know. Nan Nan, have you packed your things?" Zhang Dong looked at Chen Nan and couldn't resist
pinching her little nose.

"I've packed. I don't have much." Chen Nan smiled sweetly, clearly enjoying being
pampered by her brother.

"How many days are you going?"

Chen Yuchun pouted, her tone somewhat reluctant, but to Zhang Dong, it sounded more like a young wife's
lament.

"Come back as soon as possible." Zhang Dong thought for a moment and said, "Yu Chun, why don't you come along too?"
"Okay!" Chen Yu Chun was overjoyed, but then lowered her head in slight annoyance, saying, "Sister Yan isn't
going, and they all said you're going on important business. What would I do with you?"

"Hehe, I'm busy. You can keep Nan Nan company when you're free." A sly smile flashed in Zhang Dong's eyes,
but he immediately put on the face of an older brother who cares for his younger sister. "Okay! Yu Chun, then we
'll have company on the road." Chen Nan giggled and affectionately grabbed Chen Yu Chun's arm and shook it.

Zhang Dong smiled gently. After all, Chen Nan was still young, and it was her first time traveling so far.
He would probably be very busy in the provincial capital. If Chen Yu Chun could keep her company, he would have less to worry about.

More importantly, there weren't many opportunities to do anything reckless during this time. As long as he had her by his side,
he could do whatever he wanted when Chen Nan wasn't around! Thinking of this, countless erotic
scenes , and his smile turned lewd.

Although Chen Yuchun was still chatting and laughing with Chen Nan, she could tell
what . She gave Zhang Dong a coquettish glare, her allure sending a shiver down his spine.

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