coobybook Chapter 1194 The Old Master Pays
Chapter 1194 The Old Master Pays
Upon learning that her second sister-in-law and second brother were coming back, Liu Meilan asked the captain to take the yacht to pick them up.
Liu Yiwen was delighted that his sister was so thoughtful, and he stood on the deck of the yacht with Wang Miaoxiang, watching the sunset together.
Upon arriving at Sifang Island, they went home to drop off their belongings and then rode their tricycle to pick up their child.
When Dazhuang and Xiaozhuang got out of school, they were as happy as two little piglets when they saw their parents coming to pick them up. They rubbed against their parents' legs with grunts.
One minute they wanted chicken legs, the next they wanted grilled sausages... In the end, each person only got one piece of candy, which was orange-flavored.
After picking up all the children, Liu Yiwen rode his tricycle, with Wang Miaoxiang sitting beside him, and the whole family went home.
Zhang Xiufang told Grandpa Liu about building the house.
Grandpa Liu took this very seriously and personally contacted the construction team to discuss the matter.
"If you're going to build one, build it well! You can have many houses, but they must be safe and sturdy. The interior decoration should also be as good as possible, so it can last at least twenty or thirty years. We can always redecorate when it gets old!"
Zhang Xiufang was both amused and exasperated when she saw Old Master Liu ignore her and directly tell the construction team his requirements.
"Grandpa Liu, you're so old, don't worry about me! I'll handle the house construction with the construction team! They're a reputable team on our island, they won't deliberately build it badly."
Grandpa Liu shook his head. "Building a house is such a big deal, how could I, as an elder, not pay attention? You have to work and take care of the children, where would you find the energy? On the contrary, I'm just an old man with nothing to do, and I live not far from home, so I can keep an eye on things for you!"
"Grandpa Liu, please don't overwork yourself! Otherwise I'll feel bad and guilty!" Zhang Xiufang urged. Since she couldn't stop him, she could only advise the old man to take care of his health. "Boss, I've retrieved the money. Here's 10 for you!"
The construction team leader smiled and waved his hand, "The old man has already paid the advance payment! You can pay the rest after the house is built!"
Zhang Xiufang was stunned by these words, then turned to the old man, her voice urgent, "Grandpa Liu, if I hadn't earned a penny before, I might not have refused your help. But now I've earned a lot of money, enough to build my house!"
Grandpa Liu waved his hand, "Keep your money as it is, as your own savings in the future! I'll pay for the house construction! You always say you treat me like a grandfather, but I treat you like a granddaughter. Now that you're getting married and need to build a house, as an elder, of course I have to do my part!"
"I'll say the same thing: if I didn't have it, so be it! But since I do have it, how can I be stingy? Ever since you brought Chongyang to the island, you've been so thoughtful and attentive, taking such good care of me. Chongyang has also brought me a lot of joy."
"If you don't want it, then you don't treat me like your grandfather! I'll be very sad. I'll feel like you're treating me like an outsider, not like you're one of your own!"
After hearing the old man's words, Zhang Xiufang's nose tingled and tears streamed down her face. "Grandpa Liu, in my whole life, besides my husband, the only other people who have truly been good to me are you and the Liu family. You really treat me like one of your own!"
Grandpa Liu chuckled, "Of course! We're family, so there's no need for formalities! I have a pension, but aside from giving my kids red envelopes, I don't really need it. I also save all the pocket money my kids give me. Keeping it in the bank won't have any more children, so I'm using it to build a house."
"With a nice house, your home with Hu Jian will be even better. Then the four of you can live a good life together. If you have children in the future, I'll even help you take care of them!"
Zhang Xiufang was moved to tears and speechless.
The construction team leader smiled and said, "You've got two good things combined, making it even better! Don't worry, I'll definitely build a good house with solid materials!"
Grandpa Liu nodded, "Then I'll leave it to you! Whether it's above ground or underground, use the best!"
The construction team leader readily agreed, "Okay!"
When Liu Yiwen returned and learned about this, he immediately transferred 50 yuan to his grandfather's account, saying, "Grandpa, I'm busy with work and don't have time to keep an eye on things. Please take care of Xiufang's family while they build their house!"
Grandpa Liu was beaming and full of energy. "Absolutely!"
He just spent 10 and then made 50; he even made a profit.
When Hu Xiaoli saw Zhang Xiufang, she quickly ran over and asked, "Aunt Zhang, is this where we're building our house?"
Zhang Xiufang nodded, "Yes! We'll build you a sunroom on the second floor!"
Hu Xiaoli smiled broadly, "Great! I bought a lot of stickers, I'm going to cover the walls with them! I'll put the prettiest stickers in Aunt Zhang's room!"
Zhang Xiufang nodded, "Okay!"
When Hu Jian returned and learned that the house was built with money from Old Master Liu, he quickly took out his treasured wine and personally delivered it to him.
"Grandpa Liu, you've shown such great care for Xiufang and me! We don't know how to thank you enough! I brought some good wine, please have a drink!"
Hu Jian poured the old man a glass of wine.
Grandpa Liu picked up the glass, took a sip, and said, "It tastes really good! I don't need your thanks, just live a good life with Xiufang! Xiufang has had a hard life, but she's a very good person and beautiful!"
“I truly consider Xiufang my granddaughter! Before you two get your marriage certificate, let me make this clear! I have never doubted that you, Fujian, are intelligent! Xiufang may not have a formal education, but that doesn’t mean she lacks ability or culture!”
“You absolutely cannot look down on her for this, and you certainly cannot bully her just because her family lives far away! From the moment she came to our family, she has been my granddaughter! If you two can get along well and be happy after you get married, then continue. If you are unhappy because of various differences in values or personalities, there is no need to force it!”
Hu Jian poured the old man another glass. "Grandpa Liu, the reason I fell in love with Xiufang was because she was a good person. After spending six months together, I'm absolutely certain she's the one I want to spend the rest of my life with. If I, Hu Jian, ever do anything to betray Xiufang, may I be struck by lightning!"
Grandpa Liu smiled and nodded, then drank another cup.
The old man wanted to drink more, but Liu Yiwen stopped him.
Liu Yiwen picked up his glass, "Grandpa, please drink less! I'll drink with Hu Jian!"
Grandpa Liu was still enjoying himself, but he had already exceeded his alcohol limit for the day and couldn't drink anymore.
Hu Jian raised his glass and drank another glass with Liu Yiwen.
Liu Yiwen smiled and said, "Hu Jian, my elder brother isn't home, but I can still speak up about family matters. Sister Xiufang is also my sister, and Chongyang is my nephew. Please treat them well!"
Hu Jian quickly assured Liu Yiwen, "Absolutely. No matter what I say now, it's useless. Just watch my actions later. If I do anything wrong, you three brothers can beat me up!"