Siheyuan: I just came across and wanted to chase me away

Chapter 850: Neither of the two families backs down

Jia Zhang was not intimidated at all. She stared straight at Liu Haizhong and said tit for tat: "So what if you are the boss? But what does this matter have to do with you? This house does not belong to you alone. If you insist on acting arbitrarily, then let's make a big deal out of it and see if you can gain any advantage. Everyone is eyeing this house, and if a fuss really comes out, you won't have an easy time." Jia Zhang put her hands on her hips, looking undaunted.

After hearing what Jia Zhang said, Liu Haizhong knew that she did have some truth in her words. But asking him to give up his family's interests in this matter was absolutely impossible. He rolled his eyes and looked at Jia Zhang and said, "But it's absolutely impossible for only your family to want this house. How to divide this house requires everyone to discuss it together. As the eldest uncle, I naturally have to consider the entire courtyard and can't just favor your family."

Jia Zhang secretly groaned inwardly. She had originally thought that Liu Haizhong would go to work as usual today, so she could take the opportunity to do something about the house. But she never expected that Liu Haizhong would not go to work today and would suddenly appear here, disrupting her plans. This was the worst thing for her. Her original wishful thinking was suddenly dashed, and she was extremely upset.

Jia Zhang knew that if she continued to make a fuss like this, things would probably get out of control and it would not do her any good, so she suppressed her anger, forced an ugly smile on her face, looked at Liu Haizhong and said, "Uncle, do you think we should have a good discussion about this matter? What do you think we should do?" She had her own little calculations in mind, hoping that Liu Haizhong would relent and leave a way out for her family.

Seeing that Jia Zhang had softened, Liu Haizhong couldn't help feeling proud. He straightened his back, and his eyes revealed a hint of unquestionable dominance. He looked at Jia Zhang and said, "Okay, Jia Zhang, this matter has nothing to do with you. The deaf old lady's house in the backyard is mine from now on. You'd better go back to the middle courtyard honestly and stop thinking about this house." As he spoke, he waved his hand, as if he was driving away an insignificant fly.

When Jia Zhang heard what Liu Haizhong said, her eyes widened and she looked at him in disbelief. She had never expected Liu Haizhong to be so shameless as to blatantly occupy the house. She was so angry that she was shaking all over and shouted, "Liu Haizhong, even though you are respected as the master in this courtyard, you can't be so unreasonable! When did this house become yours? Why do you want to take it for yourself?" She put her hands on her hips, as if she was going to argue with Liu Haizhong to the end.

Liu Haizhong was not in a hurry, with that smug smile still on his face. He said slowly: "Ms. Jia Zhang, although this house is not inherited from my family, it is not your turn to get involved, right? The matters in this courtyard have to be decided by me, the eldest master. Don't waste your breath." He knew in his heart that he had some prestige in the courtyard, and Mrs. Jia Zhang didn't dare to do anything to him, so he spoke even more unscrupulously.

Jia Zhang put her hands on her hips, her eyes wide open, and looked at Liu Haizhong rudely, saying loudly: "Although you have the title of a big boss, you can't be so arrogant! You said it has nothing to do with our family. What's the matter? Are you related to the deaf old lady?" Jia Zhang's voice was sharp and piercing, echoing in the courtyard of the quadrangle, with a strong sense of provocation.

Liu Haizhong was about to open his mouth to refute when his heart suddenly tightened, realizing that this Jia Zhang was setting him up. He knew that the deaf old woman, or more accurately, Zhang Ying, was a traitor. If he accidentally revealed his relationship with her, it would be a big deal, and he might get into trouble.

Liu Haizhong quickly calmed himself down, looked at Jia Zhangshi, and said seriously: "Don't talk nonsense here! When did I say that I had anything to do with the deaf old lady? I mean, as the eldest uncle of the courtyard, I am the one who will preside over all matters, big or small, in this courtyard, and this matter is no exception. Don't be stubborn anymore. Besides, your son Banggeng is about to go to the countryside, and you know that I have three children. They are growing up and naturally need more houses to live in." As Liu Haizhong spoke, he tried to put on a righteous look, trying to overwhelm Jia Zhangshi with momentum.

Jia Zhang snorted coldly, looked at Liu Haizhong and threatened: "Don't take advantage of the fact that you are the boss and do whatever you want in this courtyard. If you continue to be unreasonable, I will spread this matter out and let all the neighbors in the courtyard know about it. Let's see what you will do!" Jia Zhang knew in her heart that these neighbors in the courtyard were not easy to deal with. If they were all involved, Liu Haizhong would definitely have some reservations.

Liu Haizhong was naturally aware of the morals of the people in the courtyard. They were like a pack of wolves. Once they smelled the scent of profit, they would definitely rush over. If this matter really got publicized, he really wouldn't get any advantage. After all, Yan Bugui in the front yard was not someone to be trifled with. He would definitely take the opportunity to intervene. Thinking of this, Liu Haizhong sighed helplessly and said, "Alright, alright, then tell me what to do about this matter?"

Seeing that Liu Haizhong's attitude had softened, Jia Zhang immediately showed a smug smile on her face and said, "I've already said that this house will be mine from now on. Don't even think about snatching it away." Jia Zhang's tone was firm, as if the house was already in her pocket.

Liu Haizhong frowned, looked at Jia Zhangshi, and said, "Remember, this is impossible. This house is not yours alone, how can it be given to you just by saying so? How about this, you go back and discuss it with your family, and then we'll see how to solve the problem. But you also have to understand that your Qin Huairu is just an apprentice now. It's hard to say whether the little money she earns can support your whole family. Don't be too greedy about this house."

After hearing what Liu Haizhong said, Jia Zhang was about to bring up Yi Zhonghai. After all, for so many years, the Jia family's dominance in the courtyard was largely due to Yi Zhonghai's status as an eighth-level fitter and his prestige within the courtyard. But when the words were on her lips, she hesitated. She knew that Yi Zhonghai was no longer the same person he used to be. He had been demoted from an eighth-level fitter to a third-level fitter, and his status within the courtyard had plummeted. Besides, he probably couldn't play any role anymore.