20demayo Chapter 62 We Have a House in the City!
Chapter 62 We Have a House in the City!
The tractor quickly chugged up and stopped in front of the yard.
Zhao Yuan helped Lin Fangfang out of the car.
Fan Bo opened the door, and everyone entered the courtyard.
Lin Fangfang looked through each room.
“Brother Yuan, this house is big and in a good location, but it’s too old, with thatched roofs. It will need to be renovated after we buy it.”
Lin Fangfang showed some dissatisfaction.
Fan Jianjun was a little nervous after hearing this. Zhao Yuan pulled Lin Fangfang aside and discussed something with her.
"Fangfang, are you not satisfied?"
Zhao Yuan asked.
"Brother Yuan, I'm satisfied, but I'm saying this so you can negotiate the price a bit more."
Lin Fangfang whispered in Zhao Yuan's ear.
"Brother Bo, Brother Jianjun, I'm sorry, my wife isn't quite satisfied. Brother Bo, are there any other courtyards we can look at?"
Zhao Yuan looked embarrassed.
“Brother Zhao, look, my childhood friend came back especially for this. The house is a bit run-down, but the yard is big and the location is good. Do you think we should discuss it with your wife again?”
Fan Bo was a little embarrassed.
"I'm very satisfied. I'll discuss it with Fangfang again."
After Zhao Yuan finished speaking, he pulled Lin Fangfang aside, and the two of them chattered away in hushed tones, so that Fan Bo and Fan Jianjun couldn't hear what they were saying.
After a while, Zhao Yuan walked towards Fan Bo and Fan Jianjun.
“Brother Jianjun, how about 2500 yuan? My wife can accept 2500 yuan.”
Zhao Yuan said with a hint of helplessness.
"Hmm... alright then. This price is really too low. I need the money urgently, and this location is a company-provided apartment, not a rural house."
Fan Jianjun was a little reluctant, but he still agreed.
So they all drove to the county housing management office and completed the transfer of ownership on the spot. Zhaoyuan took the property transfer documents and handed them to Lin Fangfang. Then they all went to the bank, where Zhaoyuan withdrew money and gave Fan Jianjun 2500 yuan.
After completing the formalities, everyone returned to the front of the courtyard, where Fan Jianjun handed over all the house keys to Zhaoyuan.
"Brother Zhao, come to my house for lunch today. Jianjun is taking the afternoon train back. Let's have a drink together."
Fan Bo said.
"Okay, Brother Bo. I won't stand on ceremony with you."
Zhao Yuan said.
"Jianjun and I will go back to my home first. You and your sister-in-law can leave now or come over later."
Fan Bo then asked.
"We'll come over later, we can do some cleaning today."
Zhao Yuan said.
After saying that, Fan Bo and Fan Jianjun walked back.
Zhao Yuan walked excitedly to the gate, took out his key, unlocked the gate, and gently pushed it open. With a soft creak, the gate slowly opened. The gate was wide enough that Zhao Yuan drove the tractor steadily into the yard. After the tractor came to a stop, he quickly got off and closed the gate again.
Standing in the courtyard, Zhaoyuan and Lin Fangfang gazed at each other, their eyes filled with happiness and anticipation. They couldn't help but embrace tightly, feeling each other's warmth. They skipped and jumped like children, their joy exploding like fireworks.
"Fangfang, we have a house in the city now!"
Zhao Yuan shouted excitedly, pecking Lin Fangfang's face repeatedly.
After saying that, he suddenly gave Lin Fangfang and Zhao Nana a tight hug and lifted them up together.
Their two lips touched, hot and wet.
Zhao Yuan put Lin Fangfang down. He quickly walked to the tractor, took off the cotton pad, and pulled Lin Fangfang into the room.
"Brother Yuan, what are you doing?"
Lin Fangfang's face flushed red.
"I'm so happy."
Zhao Yuan quickly placed the cotton pad on the bed, took Zhao Nana from Lin Fangfang, and stuffed the rattle into Zhao Nana's hand.
Zhao Yuan couldn't wait to press Lin Fangfang down onto the bed.
"Brother Yuan, this is so embarrassing in broad daylight..."
Lin Fangfang said in a sweet, coquettish voice.
Before Lin Fangfang could finish speaking, Zhao Yuan quickly pressed her onto the bed, covered her mouth with his, and the two became entangled in a passionate embrace...
The two lay on the bed, panting heavily, with Zhaoyuan holding Lin Fangfang in his arms.
"Fangfang, you deserve a lot of credit for getting this courtyard at this price today."
As he spoke, he turned over and pecked Lin Fangfang on the cheek again.
“After Zhaodi and Laidi have their holidays, you can bring the children to stay here. We’ll go buy some bedding and tables later, and it will be much more comfortable next time you come. I’m sorry I hurt you today. I was just too happy and couldn’t help it.”
Zhao Yuan stroked Lin Fangfang.
"Brother Yuan, it doesn't hurt. I like it very much. I'll do whatever you say."
Lin Fangfang pecked Zhao Yuan on the cheek.
They lay in bed for a while, then got dressed. Lin Fangfang tidied her hair, and the two drove the tractor to the supply and marketing cooperative.
Because he bought a lot of things, Zhao Yuan went to Hou Fengjiao for help.
"Sister Hou, I bought the courtyard yesterday and came to buy some things. I would appreciate your help."
Zhao Yuan said.
"Congratulations! What do you need? I've already told them. Just go ahead and buy it. I'll take care of the tickets later. This must be my sister-in-law. She's so pretty, and her child is adorable."
Hou Fengjiao said this as she hugged Zhao Nana and started teasing her.
"Sister Hou, thank you and Director Tu."
Lin Fangfang said.
"Don't mention it. Your Zhaoyuan deserves a lot of credit for Director Tu's promotion."
Someone called for Director Hou. Hou Fengjiao handed the child to Lin Fangfang and went to attend to her work.
Zhao Yuan bought palm fiber mats, cotton wadding, quilts, pots and pans, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and other necessities, filling a whole truck.
After paying, Zhao Yuan was about to tell Hou Fengjiao, but after looking around and not finding her, he left.
The couple drove the tractor back to the yard.
The two began tidying up the room, and after a while, the house felt habitable. Satisfied, they locked the door and went to Fan Bo's house.
Everyone praised the dishes Zhao Yuan brought. Fan Jianjun had to catch the afternoon train back to the provincial capital, so he only had two simple drinks at noon.
After dinner, Zhaoyuan took Lin Fangfang to the commercial building and bought her new clothes and shoes.
Lin Fangfang always refused to accept them, but Zhaoyuan would drag her along to choose clothes for her. As long as she found something suitable, he would pay for it directly, which made Lin Fangfang feel the pinch.
"Brother Yuan, it hurts my wallet to spend so much money."
Lin Fangfang said.
"Don't worry, I can still earn enough money to buy you some clothes. I earn money so you can spend it. I'm motivated to earn more if you know how to spend money. Come on, let's buy some more things for Zhao Nana."
Zhao Yuan took Lin Fangfang to the baby supplies store and bought two sets of clothes for Zhao Nana.
Lin Fangfang didn't say anything more; she would buy whatever Zhao Yuan said he wanted.
"Brother Yuan, let me buy you two sets of clothes."
Lin Fangfang said.
"No need, I have clothes to wear. Why would I dress up so smartly? It would attract unwanted attention, and I'm afraid you'd worry at home."
Zhao Yuan said jokingly.
"I'm going to buy a watch; it's very inconvenient not to have one."
The three of them went to the watch section and bought a Shanghai brand watch and a wall clock.
After buying the watch, the three of them strolled around the shopping mall and bought some candy to take back for Zhaodi and Laidi.
After shopping, Zhao Yuan took Lin Fangfang to the post office to inquire about installing a telephone. Installing a telephone required waiting in line and cost 2000 yuan, which was indeed too expensive, but it was too inconvenient to contact people without a telephone.
Zhao Yuan hesitated for a moment, but still gritted his teeth and paid the money, setting a date for the telephone installation.
Zhao Yuan then called Gong Xianjin from the post office. Gong Xianjin happened to be in his office, and the call was quickly connected.
Zhao Yuan told Gong Xianjin about the machine delivery, then discussed the payment details, and also purchased an additional packaging machine. He also inquired about Zhou Jiefang's reinstatement as a student.
After finishing everything, Zhaoyuan took Lin Fangfang and drove the tractor home.
The villagers stood waiting at the entrance of the bus station, and then everyone boarded the bus and headed towards Zhaojia Village.