The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 750 - 719: Realization, Looking for a House_1

Chapter 750: Chapter 719: Realization, Looking for a House_1

Jiang Lifang looked at He Tiantian with affection, her face breaking into a smile.

"You child, you’re thoughtful and caring, a good kid indeed," Jiang Lifang said, "Harmony brings wealth; we shouldn’t squabble with them. Fuss and fighting not only upset us but also make it difficult for the elders."

This was also why Jiang Lifang always gave way to Song Chunli, even though sometimes it wasn’t Jiang Lifang or the Second Wife’s fault.

"Mom, actually, when I say these things, it’s not because I want to stir up trouble between us and the First Wife. I just hope we can live a bit more comfortably, in a more spacious place," He Tiantian clarified, worried her mother-in-law might overthink it. She harbored no intention of confronting the people of the Old Mansion.

"I understand," Jiang Lifang said, "I know your temperament, you’re not one to cause strife; even if you didn’t speak up, I had the same intention. Your father-in-law will probably be transferred back to Yanjing in a few years, or even if he doesn’t return, he’ll become the governor of a province, so buying a house is imperative. Moreover, a big tree must eventually branch out, it’s better for the trunk and the branches alike."

One couldn’t live in a government-provided house forever, without owning a piece of property to pass on to the next generation.

"Yes, it’s good you understand me," He Tiantian said with a smile, now that she had her mother-in-law’s agreement, she could act freely.

On the sixth day of the new year, Huo Yingjie left to take Jiang Lifang away, and Huo Zhekun departed.

The fact that Huo Yingjie hadn’t gone back made Old Master Huo and Old Madam Huo very happy, but Song Chunli was somewhat annoyed, eager for He Tiantian and the others to return home sooner.

He Tiantian entrusted her child to Grandma Wang and Old Madam Huo while she and Huo Yingjie went to inquire about houses.

However, this matter couldn’t be done openly, to prevent Song Chunli from making sarcastic remarks to Old Madam Huo; it was better to wait until the purchase was complete before finding an opportunity to inform the elders.

"Brother Yingjie, what kind of house do you want to buy?" He Tiantian asked. Although Huo Yingjie was agreeable on most things, to emphasize that he was also the head of the family, she discussed everything with him.

Huo Yingjie smiled and said, "The scenery nearby is nice. I don’t want to buy a residence surrounded by many others, as those tend to be cramped, and restructuring them later would be highly inconvenient. Plus, you like the water. With a large courtyard, I could build you a nice swimming pool later."

"A swimming pool?" He Tiantian’s eyes lit up, "Yes, that’s a must. The courtyard must be large, ideally two or three sections, so that we can have our own space separate from my in-laws. It would definitely make it easier to remodel for a swimming pool."

"Yes!" Huo Yingjie nodded. "Ah, but I only have five thousand yuan..."

"Hehe, you’re serving the nation, unlike me," He Tiantian laughed, "The amount may not be much, but its significance is profound, your contribution is great. Besides, we are husband and wife; my money is your money. If you keep thinking like that, I might as well stop doing business and just live off our salaries, which could still support the family."

"Alright, I won’t say that anymore, my Tiantian is truly amazing," Huo Yingjie hurriedly said. He didn’t want He Tiantian to give up her life and aspirations for the family.

Having heard this, He Tiantian smiled broadly, "Whilst money is necessary, it isn’t everything. We earn money simply to live a good life and to help our friends and relatives; hence, there is no need to overvalue it. If we do, we’ll become slaves to money. What’s the point if you’re surrounded by money but have no friends or family?"

"Tiantian is so wise and insightful," Huo Yingjie said, hugging He Tiantian tightly and kissing her deeply.

He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie were not familiar with Yanjing, especially during this era, and in the short term, they couldn’t find anyone selling a house.

After searching outside for three days, they still hadn’t found a suitable place.

Huo Yingjie then went directly to Lao Lian, an undercover contact of Huo Zhekun.

"Young Master Yingjie, what can I do for you?" Lao Lian, now the director of the street office instead of a small leader in a reception house, had been promoted.

To some extent, Lao Lian’s position had risen.

If he worked hard, he might even climb higher.

"Uncle Lian, I’ve come to ask for your help with a matter," Huo Yingjie said politely, given that Lao Lian was around Huo Zhekun’s age and had stood by the Huo family through their most difficult times; he deserved Huo Yingjie’s respect.

"Hehe, Young Master Yingjie, Missus, just tell me what you need. I’ll do my utmost to help, no shirking," Lao Lian said with a smile, his wife brought them some tea.

Huo Yingjie didn’t hesitate, "I want to buy a house. The requirements are listed above. Please help me check if there are any for sale. If there’s a suitable one, notify my wife, and we would like to purchase it."

Lao Lian was taken aback but then thought about the Huo family’s situation; it was inevitable that the Huo Family’s Second Wife would need to buy a property outside.

"Okay, I’ll take a look," Lao Lian nodded, taking the paper with the requirements, "These kind of courtyards aren’t easy to find on short notice. It’s really about three things: close to the Huo Family Old Mansion, nice surroundings, and a large space, ideally a triple-sectioned house."

"Yes, that’s it," Huo Yingjie agreed, "Thank you, Uncle Lian, for your assistance."

"No problem, I’ve got it," Lao Lian assured him. Such a task might be difficult for others, but for him, a director at the street office, it was straightforward.

Afterwards, Lao Lian asked them to stay for dinner, and He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie left after the evening meal.

Lao Lian’s wife was sorting out the gifts that He Tiantian and Huo Yingjie had brought.

"Lao Lian, who were those visitors?" Lao Lian’s wife curiously asked, noting that everything inside the large gift box was high-quality, unavailable for purchase even if you had money but no tickets.

Lao Lian chuckled, "They are people from the Huo family upstairs, that is Huo Zhekun’s son, a talented young man. And the girl, Huo Yingjie’s wife, is no ordinary person; her grandmother owns big companies overseas, extremely wealthy."

"Wow, that’s really something to envy!" Lao Lian’s wife said, "What did they come to you for?"

"They asked me to find a house around the Huo Family Old Mansion in the city; they’re probably looking to move out," Lao Lian explained, "If it were anything else, I might not be of much help, but this task is quite simple for me!"

"Then do your best!" Lao Lian’s wife encouraged, "They value you so highly, help them wholeheartedly, and they will assist us when we need it."

"Yes, I’ve taken note," Lao Lian said, knowing his own capabilities were not grand, but he had always been a dedicated worker. His current position was all thanks to Huo Zhekun’s support, so he was determined to work diligently, confident of a favorable outcome.

With Huo Zhekun rising in influence, as his aide, Lao Lian was sure to rise with the tide and secure a decent position for himself.