Rebirth: The Courtyard Bride Is Cool and Radiant

Chapter 505: Chapter 505 You Have Confirmed It With Me Three Times Already

Afterwards, Chu Xinming, afraid his wife might say something more unpleasant, kept serving her food to prevent her from stirring up trouble at the dinner.

Even so, Jiang Yuli couldn’t keep quiet. "Yunyi, could you ask your fiancé to talk to his friend about charging us less rent for that apartment? After all, it’s empty anyway."

Upon hearing this, Yunyi paused her serving. "Aunt, it’s already difficult to find a place in Beijing. They’re letting us stay there temporarily out of consideration for Jingrui. You should ask around about the rent in that area; they’re not asking for much."

How interesting. Did she really expect to live in someone else’s house for free?

As soon as she finished speaking, Jiang Yuli responded, "It’s just a temporary arrangement. It won’t be long before the screw factory distributes housing. That apartment is just sitting empty anyway..."

Before she could finish, Chu Yucheng interrupted in a stern voice, "Second Daughter-in-law, don’t covet what you shouldn’t."

This second daughter-in-law of his was truly unpresentable. Before they left, he had repeatedly admonished her to eat more and speak less, but she seemed to think speaking up would make her look capable. She was utterly shameless.

Jiang Yuli suddenly remembered what she had promised her father-in-law and said somewhat awkwardly, "I didn’t mean anything by it. We’re just thinking of ways to save some money since living expenses in Beijing are high. Please don’t take it the wrong way."

Yunyi had actually intended to let them use the apartment. However, Jiang Yuli was being far too eager; her intentions were practically written all over her face. She was inherently rebellious; the more someone wanted something from her, the less inclined she was to let them have it. If Jiang Yuli kept making a fuss, she would decide to give the apartment to the main house’s family instead. Then Jiang Yuli could only watch, unable to get it, which would infuriate her. Yes, that was a good idea. Besides, the Chu Family’s Second Grandfather’s only grandson was from the main house, so it would be perfectly justifiable.

「Huo Family」

Jiang Jingya repeatedly asked her son for confirmation, "Are you sure my daughter-in-law is coming over tomorrow night?"

Huo Jingrui replied somewhat irritably, "You’ve asked me three times already."

Jiang Jingya glared at him. "It’s because I don’t trust you! I just want to confirm with you, and you’re already getting impatient."

Sitting opposite, Huo Jiayuan couldn’t help but snicker. This annoyed Huo Jingrui enough for him to tap her on the forehead with his chopsticks. "I’m the one getting scolded, what are you so amused about?"

Huo Jiayuan covered her forehead. "I’m your own dear sister! How could you be so rough?"

Huo Jingrui calmly picked up a mouthful of stir-fried radish and pork with his chopsticks. "You were gloating over my misfortune, so why can’t I give you a little punishment?"

While the family members were bickering, they heard Lu Fengning’s voice, "Grandma, I’m back! Did you miss me?"

As she spoke, she pounced over.

Jiang Jingya quickly put down her bowl and turned to catch her, fearing the excitable girl would jump onto the dining table. "How old are you now? Can’t you be a bit more composed?"

Lu Fengning pouted coquettishly. "Well, I missed you!"

Following her into the room, Huo Weiyu laughed and teased, "Every time it’s the same excuse. I’m embarrassed for you."

Lu Fengning began to laugh somewhat sheepishly. "Some things are better left unsaid! I wasn’t even embarrassed until you insisted on pointing it out, making me embarrassed too."

This comment set off laughter around the room.

Huo Jiayuan laughed while slapping the table. "Big sis, our Fengning’s skin is getting thicker by the day!"

Huo Weiyu put down what she was holding and replied, "No kidding. It’s so exasperating."

Upon hearing her own mom and aunt joining forces to tease her, Lu Fengning was displeased and wrapped her arms around Jiang Jingya’s neck. "Grandma, look! They’re ganging up to bully me."