The Life of a Son-in-Law in a Courtyard House

Lying on the kang (a heated brick bed), Yang Dalin reflected on what he had said that day.

Sha Zhu hasn't gotten on Qin Huairu's broken boat yet, so we can still try to win him over. Giving him a hand is only because I felt so sorry for him when I watched the TV series in my previous life.

Also, Sha Zhu can still listen to what others say now. He doesn't get anxious like he used to when others mention Yi Zhonghai, the deaf old lady.

These companies aren't really that close anymore.

Sha Zhu isn't really stupid; he just won't listen to reason, no matter how good or bad.

The deaf old lady is indeed old. If she really cared about Sha Zhu, she should have been worrying about his marriage when he was eighteen or nineteen.

If the deaf old lady were truly wealthy and genuinely treated Sha Zhu like a grandson, and was willing to spend money, she could easily find him a good wife early on.

I guess this old lady doesn't have much money left, otherwise she wouldn't have had Sha Zhu carry her to sell grain coupons in 1965 so that she could give Bang Geng and the others New Year's money.

Even if she had some gold or silver, she probably left it to Yi Zhonghai, who then gave it to Qin Huairu.

Sha Zhu probably didn't know any of those things. In the end, the deaf old lady only left Sha Zhu a house.

As a result, before Sha Zhuzi could even move in, he became a "bang geng" (a derogatory term for someone who is foolish or idiot).

So today, I'll say a lot to Sha Zhu and try to sabotage Yi Zhonghai's plans, since Yi Zhonghai has tried to help Yan Bugui several times.

If he gets close to Sha Zhu, Sha Zhu will become his fighter. In the future, Sha Zhu alone will be able to take on one or two old men.

I'll be more secure in this courtyard. I'll try to win over Xu Damao someday. Then I'll be like a green dragon on the left, a white tiger on the right, and Mickey Mouse in the middle.

In the courtyard, I can stand steadily by myself.

Xu Damao is a truly despicable person, but even a truly despicable person can be used.

Why waste it? Even trash has its uses.

Lost in his thoughts, Yang Dalin fell asleep without realizing it.

I woke up around 5 a.m. the next day and quickly checked in.

"Ten catties of braised beef and ten catties of Wuchang rice."

Not bad, not bad, we have food every day. There are only two today, which is pretty good. For this price, they're probably worth tens of yuan each.

With this system in hand, I have the world at my fingertips. Good days are just around the corner. Keep up the good work!

Yang Dalin went out to work with Grandpa Qi again.

These past few days, Yang Da has clearly felt that the chubby guy at the station has been treating him much better. Every time he comes, he tries his best to arrange work for his team.

Later, Yang Dalin handed the chubby boy a pack of cigarettes and learned that it was Deputy Captain Wu of the Railway Public Security Bureau who had put in a good word for him.

Good, good. Deputy Captain Wu is thinking of me. That's nice.

I'll go talk to him myself later and try to build a relationship.

Their relationship is getting closer.

I'll need their help to take care of me in this area from now on.

And the political commissar of that branch office, he's also worth delivering two pounds of beef to.

I should pay more attention to petty theft in the train station square in the future, report it more often, and give the other party's subordinates some credit.

A sedan chair carried by many people; cultivate good karma, and good fortune will surely follow.

People today are different from people in the 21st century.

They are more grateful, more pure, and more honest.

Unlike many people in later generations, who are too cunning and selfish.

There's no way around it; people get fooled and cheated so many times that they naturally become more cunning.

They are all lessons learned in blood.

When Yang Dalin finished his work early in the afternoon, he asked Grandpa Qi to wait for him a moment.

He planned to go to the branch office to thank Deputy Captain Wu for his care.

Grandpa Qi originally wanted to come along, but Yang Dalin told him to wait outside, otherwise how would he get his things out if he followed?

If I go to give a gift myself, what should I do if Uncle Qi also has to contribute?

Several police officers in the branch office knew Yang Dalin, so Yang Dalin easily found Deputy Captain Wu's office.

It's not time to leave work yet, and they often work overtime, including night shifts.

But it's different from freelancers like Yang Dalin who can leave work anytime, anywhere.

Deputy Squad Leader Wu's office has four desks, so it seems that it is not just his office.

That makes sense; a branch office action team can't possibly have only one deputy captain.

The office conditions nowadays are not comparable to those of later generations; it is normal for several deputy battalion commanders to squeeze into one office.

It seems that giving gifts individually is not a good idea, so I'll have to "sell" myself.

Deputy Captain Wu was looking down at the case file.

Hearing someone call his name, he looked up and said happily, "Dalinzi, what brings you here? Come and sit down. Would you like some tea? I'll pour you a cup."

Yang Dalin was forced into a chair by Wu Tiejun.

Yang Dalin casually hung the full satchel he had brought to one side.

"Deputy Captain Wu," Yang Dalin began, but Wu Tiejun interrupted him.

"Don't call me deputy captain, just call me Brother Tiejun from now on, Brother Jun is fine. What's up? Do you need me for something? Just say it!" Wu Tiejun was very straightforward.

Yang Dalin waved his hand: "It's nothing, I'm not thirsty. I'll just say a few words and leave. No need to trouble you to pour me tea. I don't need any help. I've been quite well taken care of while working lately, so I came to thank you."

Upon hearing this, Wu Tiejun immediately said, "There's no need for thanks. We should be thanking you. Without your sharp eyes, we wouldn't have been able to catch the human traffickers, rescue so many children, or have so many members of our team make contributions. You are a good comrade who acted bravely and righteously. Shouldn't we give you some consideration?"

Don't be shy, I'll personally take you home when your and Uncle Qi's rewards come in.

"Oh, by the way, the parents of those abducted children asked me for your address. The kids were observed at the hospital a few days ago, and I expect someone will come to thank you and Uncle Qi in the next few days. Please tell Uncle Qi about it; just let him know."

Upon hearing this, Yang Dalin was surprised to hear that the parents were expressing their gratitude. He quickly stood up and said to Wu Tiejun, "Brother Jun, this won't do. We're doing a good deed and acting bravely. We can't accept their thanks. Why don't you tell those parents that you're the ones who worked the hardest? Just thank me and Uncle Qi. It's nothing, not worth mentioning."

As soon as Wu Tiejun mentioned Yang Dalin, the other two deputy captains looked at Yang Dalin with curiosity.

This kid is a lucky star. Maybe we should befriend him. Old Wu is so lucky; he just stumbled upon a huge achievement. Who wouldn't be envious?

Wu Tiejun pressed him back into the chair: "Dalin, I can't control this. The parents should thank you; that's their freedom. You're not part of our system; you're just an ordinary citizen. Besides, without you, their child might have really been abducted."

Their gratitude is spontaneous. As for the gifts they want to give you, that's up to you; I can't interfere.

When Yang Dalin heard about this, he still looked troubled.

But secretly, they were overjoyed. Whether or not they received gifts was unimportant; what mattered was a good reputation.

Furthermore, it's best not to accept gifts from parents, as it would damage your image as a helpful person.

In this day and age, having a good reputation is the most important thing.

This also saves the group of people in the courtyard from envying and being jealous.

Especially considering that Yan Bugui lives across the street.

Yang Dalin had no choice but to say with difficulty, "Alright, Brother Jun, I'll talk to Uncle Qi and my family later."

"Oh, right, I came today for two reasons: first, to thank you, and second, to exchange some things with you."