Chapter 1348: Chapter 1349: The Little Widow of the Courtyard 76 What is she planning? Zhao Gui didn’t want to think badly of Zhao Juan, but thinking about Zhao Lin now… No job, always slacking off, he doesn’t look like a good person. Zhao Gui didn’t know how many times he heard Zhao Fu and Zhao Qi arguing with Zhao Lin. Clearly it’s just him, but he’s fighting as one against four, Zhao Fu and the others don’t get any advantage. And that guy has befriended quite a few troublemakers outside, some say he’s involved in the black market. As for whether it’s true or not, Zhao Gui doesn’t know. Anyway, just based on his personality, he absolutely wants to keep his distance from Zhao Lin, if he can avoid getting close, he should. Unexpectedly, Zhao Juan and her husband actually got close to Zhao Lin. “She really has no brains.” “Forget about people like that.” Zhao Gui knows those in the black market are living quite comfortably now, but once the authorities act, who can escape? That foolish Zhao Lin will definitely get into trouble. Once he gets into trouble, can Zhao Juan and her husband escape? Zhao Lei can see them eating together, even treating Zhao Lin, and by then, even if Zhao Juan has no connection to the black market, can she escape unscathed? Zhang Yu looked at Zhao Lei in surprise, “I didn’t know.” “I don’t think it’s important, after all, her trouble has nothing to do with our family.” Zhao Lei actually prefers to see Zhao Juan in trouble. When Zhao Jian heard this news, he’s pleased, but unfortunately, there’s no evidence; otherwise, he would definitely report it. Zhao Gui didn’t know how he got back home, but he was in a lethargic state. Auntie Zhao looked at this state of Zhao Gui and approached him with concern, “Old man, what’s wrong? Is it Zhang Yu?” If it weren’t for the possibility that someone might overhear, Zhao Gui wanted to question his wife thoroughly, “Do you know Zhao Juan is close to Zhao Lin?” For original chapters go to ⓝovelFire.net “Close?” Auntie Zhao looked puzzled, “How is that possible? You know Zhao Lin mocked Zhao Juan a lot before.” “She even paid quite a lot for medicine.” Auntie Zhao knew very well how much Zhao Juan loved money and would certainly remember Zhao Lin. “But do you know they often invite Zhao Lin to eat out, even ordering meat, ordering two portions.” Zhao Gui got angry just thinking about it. What? Auntie Zhao hadn’t expected this; Zhao Juan never invited her real mom out to eat or gave her gifts, yet she treated Zhao Lin to a meal. “She never invited me for a meal, and I…” Auntie Zhao thought about all she gave Zhao Juan: food, necessities, and money — none of which were small amounts — yet received only complaints that it wasn’t enough, never gratitude. As for inviting her out to eat, that’s even more unthinkable. “How, how can she do this?” Zhao Gui looked at his wife, who kept muttering away about treating Zhao Lin but not her, feeling speechless. “I’m going to see Zhao Juan.” Certain things need to be addressed promptly; otherwise, there will surely be repercussions. From the window at home, Zhang Yu saw Zhao Gui rushing out, “Probably going to find Zhao Juan.” “Xiao Lei, are you sure?” Zhang Yu still felt it was surreal, “Didn’t Zhao Juan seem indifferent when she saw Zhao Lin last time at home?” “Why would she suddenly treat him to dinner?” And with meat! These days, having meat at a restaurant isn’t common. Is Zhang Yu short on money or coupons? No, she’s not, yet has she taken Xiao Lei to a restaurant to improve their meals? Not once, even going to a restaurant far from the courtyard worries Zhang Yu, fearing someone familiar might see them accidentally. “Not just once or twice.” Zhao Lei briefly described Zhao Juan and her husband’s behavior before Zhao Lin. Zhang Yu assumed Zhao Juan and her husband were at least equals before Zhao Lin, not arrogant but at least on equal footing. Didn’t expect Zhao Lin could instruct Zhao Juan and her husband, “Seems like he’s doing well in the black market.” “I see Zhao Fu and their family meals are just average too.” Maybe they secretly enjoy themselves sometimes, but they don’t hold back and always manage to find something nice. “How could Zhao Lin bring anything back?” Zhao Lei didn’t think Zhao Lin would bring anything back, “How much could he eat at the time?” Couldn’t agree more, “Selfish parents raise selfish children.” Afterwards, Zhang Yu and the two others never mentioned this matter again. Those thriving in the black market tend to be ruthless, and Zhang Yu doesn’t want to provoke them. The next day, at the middle courtyard, Zhao Gui sincerely apologized to Zhang Yu, “Little Yu, I didn’t expect Zhao Juan to manipulate you like that.” “I said she’s an adult, insisted on marrying Liu Ming back then, and now she wants to divorce, but I can’t give advice.” “After the divorce, there’s no place for her at home, and she can’t come back.” “With Xiao Jian at home, I have to think of him.” “I didn’t expect her to turn and manipulate Zhang Yu; I went to the Liu Family last night.” “I said, whether intentionally or unintentionally, I’ve failed to educate her as a daughter, and she’ll no longer have any dealings.” “Zhang Yu, I apologize.” Right in front of everyone, Zhao Gui bowed to Zhang Yu. Really? Zhang Yu was stunned by Zhao Gui’s gesture — what’s going on? How is there more to this? Surprisingly, followed by the bow, Zhang Yu was truly shocked by Zhao Gui’s action. She is, after all, a junior, she can’t accept this so casually. If word gets out, she’d surely face criticism. Initially, everyone thought it was an ordinary apology; they all smiled and watched, but Zhao Gui’s bow startled them too. After calming down, Zhang Yu realized Zhao Gui, a crafty old fox, truly lowered himself, “Uncle Zhao, Zhao Juan hasn’t really succeeded in scheming against me.” “No matter how bad she is, she’s still your daughter.” Zhang Yu really doesn’t want to bear the reputation of ruining a father-daughter relationship. “No way, she’s done something , can’t let it slide as before, thinking she’s still young and just letting it go.” To sever relations with that unfilial daughter, Zhao Gui spent quite an effort resolving this matter, why leave any trouble behind? Zhao Gui noticed Zhang Yu didn’t want any part of it, “I’m genuinely disappointed, just because people outside say Zhang Yu’s family has food stockpiled, she wanted to move into Zhang Yu’s house, taking advantage when they’re not home…” “I’m truly…” Zhao Gui covered his eyes, “I really don’t know how to say it; her mom used to send her food, drink, necessities, and money.” “But this girl never understood gratitude and instead thinks it’s our duty, saying we owe her.” “Why keep such a daughter?” Zhao Gui briefly mentioned the things he provided for Zhao Juan over the past two years. “Really an unfilial daughter.” Zhao Gui showed a deeply shaken expression.