The younger generation, starting from where the wind blows...

Chapter 77: A Little Conscience, But Not Much
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Holding the phone, Yang Muyi was stunned.

Buy a house and instantly become a landlord?

This development was quite unexpected.

On the other end of the phone, Liu Qing quickly explained, "Don't misunderstand, I didn't intentionally lead Chairman Gao to buy the apartment I rented. The agent found that apartment for her. The worst thing is that landlord. He just collected rent from me last month and said he would raise the price next year. He said if I paid next year's rent in advance, he could consider raising it less. Luckily, I didn't have the money, otherwise I would have fallen for his trick."

"He's selling the house but not refunding your rent?"

“I guess he initially planned to keep it a secret for as long as possible, but when he saw me during the apartment viewing, his expression was like he had seen a ghost. In the end, at Mr. Gao’s request, he returned three months’ rent and deposit to me.”

"So you're saying I'm now your landlord?"

"Yang Muye, you can't just abandon me after you've served your purpose! How can you bear to see me homeless?"

"You can move back to the school dormitory and quit smoking while you're at it."

"I'll pay the rent as usual, just please don't raise the price."

Liu Qing's tone immediately softened on the phone.

She would rather die than move back to live at school.

"Whether the price goes up or down depends on my mood, but you don't have to pay the rent yet; it can be deducted directly from your commission."

Liu Qing had already witnessed the ruthless nature of capitalists through Yang Muye, and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
At least Yang Muyi still had some conscience, even if it wasn't much!
After finishing the call, Liu Qing quickly walked back to Gao Yunyue's side.

"Auntie, I've already spoken to Mr. Yang about the house."

"He didn't give you any trouble, did he?"

Gao Yunyue asked with concern.

Liu Qing felt a warmth in her heart and quickly shook her head, saying, "No, no, President Yang is actually a very nice person. The argument before was all because of me."

Gao Yunyue nodded.

"Then let's go find them first."

"Auntie, it seems that Zixuan was taken back to the dormitory to enjoy the air conditioning by a girl that Mr. Yang knows. Mr. Yang himself also went back to the dormitory. He asked me to take you on a tour of the school first, and then call him after that."

Liu Qing immediately explained.

Gao Yunyue was somewhat surprised.

"Forget it, it's really hot outside today. You must be exhausted from running around looking at houses with me in high heels. Just take me to pick up Zixuan, and we can all have dinner together tonight."

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302 Dormitory.

Xu Hongdou was tying Zixuan's hair while she was sitting in a chair when a knocking sound came from the door.

Chen Nanxing went to open the door.

Upon seeing Liu Qing standing outside the door, he was stunned.

"Are you Zixuan's... mother?"

Liu Qing chuckled and covered her mouth with her hand.

Do I look that old?

"I'm sorry, I'm so sorry, I thought—"

"It's alright. I'm helping Zixuan's mother with some errands today, so I'm dressed a bit more formally. Hello, my name is Liu Qing. I'm a senior and the current president of the student union in the School of Business."

Liu Qing generously extended her hand.

Chen Nanxing stared wide-eyed in disbelief.

Liu Qing is dressed so maturely, yet she's only a senior in college.

The key figure is still the student union president of the business school.

Chen Nanxing now seriously suspects that all the male students in the business school like Liu Qing's type.

After shaking hands, Chen Nanxing was about to invite Liu Qing into the house.

Liu Qing stepped aside and introduced Gao Yunyue, who was standing behind her, to Chen Nanxing.

"This is Zixuan's mother."

Chen Nanxing's eyes lit up as he looked at the elegant lady in front of him.

Wow, Auntie looks so young.

No sooner had she finished speaking than her clothes were tugged.

It's Xu Hongdou.

After realizing what he meant, Chen Nanxing quickly corrected himself: "I meant that Auntie is really beautiful and takes good care of herself."

Xu Hongdou then took Zixuan's hand and led her to the door. "Go on, Zixuan, your mother is here to pick you up."

Zixuan waved her little hand: "Goodbye, Sister Red Bean!"

Chen Nanxing feigned jealousy: "What about me?"

Zixuan turned her head and said, "Goodbye, Sister Nannan!"

Gao Yunyue noticed that her daughter had changed her hairstyle, so she squatted down and asked her who had helped her comb her hair.

Seeing this, Xu Hongdou explained, "I saw that Zixuan's hair was wet from sweat, so I fixed it for her."

Gao Yunyue had actually noticed Xu Hongdou a long time ago, and was wondering if she was the girl who helped Yang Muye take Zixuan back to the dormitory to enjoy the air conditioning.

The case has finally been solved.

Gao Yunyue stood up, her eyes filled with curiosity.

"Your name is Hongdou?"

"Xu Hongdou".

"What a lovely name! I bet you're not an only child, are you?"

"Yes, I also have an older sister, her name is Hongmi."

"Is this your older sister? I thought you had a younger sister, and that you should often help her comb her hair."

"I do have a younger sister, but she's my cousin. We used to play together at my maternal grandmother's house when we were little, and my favorite thing to do was to comb her hair."

Actually, Xu Hongdou wanted to help her sister comb her hair, but Xu Hongmi wouldn't allow it.

No wonder.

Gao Yunyue nodded.

"Thank you so much for taking care of Zixuan today. Are you free tonight? I'd like to invite your dorm to dinner."

Chen Nanxing was about to agree when Xu Hongdou beat him to it.

"No need, no need, it was just a small favor, Auntie, you don't need to be so polite."

"Alright, I'll have Xiao Ye contact you later. Zixuan, say goodbye to Sister Hongdou and Sister Nannan."

Xu Hongdou deliberately squatted down to wave goodbye to Zixuan.

Zixuan broke free from Gao Yunyue's hand, ran up and hugged Xu Hongdou's neck, and kissed Xu Hongdou on the cheek.

Goodbye, Sister Red Bean!

Goodbye, Zixuan!

After seeing Gao Yunyue and Liu Qing off, Chen Nanxing had just closed the dormitory door when Xu Hongdou's phone rang.

The call was from Yang Muye.

"Xu Hongdou, has my mom left yet?"

"Just left."

"She invited your dorm to dinner tonight?"

"Yes, I declined."

Chen Nanxing tried to snatch the phone, but Xu Hongdou, who was already prepared, dodged it. In desperation, he could only shout into the phone:

"Yang Muye, Hongdou looked after the child for over half an hour, combing her hair and playing with her—"

Xu Hongdou raised her phone, threatening to hang up, and Chen Nanxing reluctantly shut up.

"Your sister is quite likable. Now I know why you're in such a hurry to start a business. You're afraid she'll fight you for the inheritance when she grows up, right?"

"Don't worry, if I really wanted to compete, she wouldn't stand a chance."

"So confident?"

"Just stating basic facts. By the way, why are you suddenly interested in my family matters?"

"Don't flatter yourself. I was just asking casually. Seeing your sister reminded me of the times I used to play with my cousin when we were little. It brings back fond memories."

"You have a pretty strong sense of empathy. Since you like my sister so much, why don't you just back her up in the future? But you'll need a suitable identity. How about I sacrifice myself—"

"roll!"

Xu Hongdou spat.

Yang Muye put away his joking tone.

"Okay, for your sake, if it really comes down to fighting over the inheritance, I'll definitely give in to her. Look how much I've already conceded, won't you give me some face too? You invite your dorm, and I'll invite mine, and we'll all go out for dinner together tonight?"

(End of this chapter)