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

Chapter 834: Seize the opportunity again

Yi Zhonghai was upset at the moment and didn't want to say anything more. He angrily said, "I don't know what's going on!" and left without looking back.

Gu Nan looked at Yi Zhonghai's departing back and felt very happy. Then he turned around and continued to prepare for the competition the next day.

Back at the courtyard, Yi Zhonghai felt something was amiss. He knew that if he truly became a third-level fitter, not only would he lose face at the courtyard, but how would he face his students at the steel mill? They would undoubtedly doubt his abilities.

Yi Zhonghai thought about it and felt that there was only one solution now, which was to go to Gu Nan and ask him to give him another chance to compete again. With his own strength, he would definitely be able to become a level 5 fitter or above. Although he didn't know why his level suddenly dropped, he still had absolute confidence in his skills.

Fortunately, not many people knew about this matter, so it did not cause much stir in the courtyard.

Gu Nan knew that this kind of competition wouldn't be finished in a single day, especially on the first day. He couldn't rush, but needed to proceed steadily. Unexpectedly, the system's arrangement was actually quite effective. Qin Huairu became an apprentice, while Yi Zhonghai only achieved a third-level fitter, which was exactly what he had hoped to achieve by planning this competition.

In the afternoon, Yi Zhonghai went out to buy a lot of good things, and was seen by Qin Huairu. Qin Huairu looked at Yi Zhonghai carrying a lot of delicious food in his hands and couldn't help asking: "Uncle Yi, what's wrong with you? You bought so many things. Did you have guests at home?"

Yi Zhonghai looked at Qin Huairu with a worried look on his face, and said bitterly: "You know that I am only a third-level fitter now. Only a few people know about this at the moment, so I have to find Gu Nan to talk to him and see if we can think of a solution." As he spoke, he sighed, his eyes full of anxiety and helplessness.

Qin Huairu was naturally well aware of this matter, and in fact, she had originally planned to find a time to speak out about her apprenticeship. But when the words came to her lips, she hesitated again when she thought of the delicate and complicated relationship between herself and Gu Nan. After all, even if she didn't say it, the current situation was clearly that of an apprentice. Even if she told Yi Zhonghai, it probably wouldn't change anything, and might even cause more trouble.

Qin Huairu was filled with regret at this moment. She knew in her heart that this was clearly Gu Nan's revenge for her. But she didn't dare tell Yi Zhonghai about this. If Yi Zhonghai knew that all this was Gu Nan's revenge, then Yi Zhonghai might not help her family as wholeheartedly as before. So, she could only bury this secret deep in her heart and let it rot in her stomach.

Qin Huairu pretended to be calm and looked at Yi Zhonghai and said, "Uncle Yi, then you go. I'll go back first. There are still a lot of things waiting for me at home." After that, she turned around and left in a hurry, revealing a hint of panic in her footsteps.

Yi Zhonghai was so preoccupied with what to say to Gu Nan when he saw her later that he had no time to think about Qin Huairu's departure. He responded and headed straight for Gu Nan's house.

Gu Nan was busy in the kitchen at home, steam rising from the pot on the stove, the aroma of food filling the air. Today was a happy day for him, and he was in an especially good mood. Naturally, he wanted to show off his cooking skills and make a hearty dinner for Ran Qiuye and the children. He hummed a little tune as he expertly stir-fried the food in the pot, a happy smile on his face.

Yi Zhonghai came to the door of Gu Nan's house, and just as he was about to step in, he was stopped by Heizi at the door. Heizi is a big black dog raised by Gu Nan. He is strong and usually very wary of strangers. At this moment, it was staring at Yi Zhonghai with a fierce look, and a low growl came from its throat, as if warning him not to get close. Yi Zhonghai tried to take a few steps forward, and Heizi immediately pounced on him with his teeth and claws bared, scaring Yi Zhonghai to step back quickly. In desperation, Yi Zhonghai could only stand at the door and shouted towards the house: "Gu Nan, I am Yi Zhonghai, I have something to talk to you about, please come out." There was a hint of anxiety and embarrassment in his voice.

Gu Nan was chatting with Ran Qiuye in the house, enjoying a warm family time. At this moment, he heard Yi Zhonghai shouting outside. Ran Qiuye frowned slightly when she heard the voice, and looked at Gu Nan and said, "Gu Nan, what do you think Yi Zhonghai is doing here at this time? Did something happen at the steel mill?"

Gu Nan smiled, reached out and patted Ran Qiuye's shoulder gently, and said, "It's okay, I'll tell you if there is anything later. I want to see what Yi Zhonghai wants to do here." After that, he put down the work in his hands and walked towards the door.

Ran Qiuye didn't care much for the complicated affairs of the steel mill; she was more concerned about her own family. So, she smiled and nodded, then turned to look after the children playing nearby. She thought to herself that as long as Gu Nan could handle it, it would be fine. After all, she didn't know much about the steel mill.

Gu Nan walked out of the room and saw Yi Zhonghai standing at the door, looking at him with an embarrassed look on his face. He deliberately teased him, "Master Yi, I wonder what you want from me at this time? I'm busy eating, so I don't have time to serve you."

Yi Zhonghai looked at Gu Nan, forced a flattering smile on his face, and said, "Deputy Director Gu, I know I offended you in the past, and I apologize to you here. But the situation is different now. After all, we are neighbors living in the same courtyard, and we see each other every day. You see, I have become a third-level fitter now. How can I survive in the factory in the future? Can you, for the sake of our neighborly relationship, help me think of a solution?" As he spoke, he carefully observed Gu Nan's expression.

Gu Nan looked at Yi Zhonghai, the smile on his face gradually disappearing. He said seriously, "Master Yi, I don't have the final say on this matter alone. This is the assessment result unanimously witnessed by several workshop directors. Everyone can see it clearly. What's the point of you looking for me?"

Yi Zhonghai was about to continue pleading when he saw Liu Haizhong walking towards him. He suddenly realized it was inconvenient to talk here, so he looked at Gu Nan and smiled, saying, "Deputy Director Gu, how about we go to your house to talk about it? It's not very convenient here with so many people coming and going." His eyes revealed a hint of anxiety, hoping that Gu Nan would agree to his request.