bookbashuk Chapter 42 Shameless People
Chapter 42 Shameless People
Xu Sui grew up as an orphan, struggling and learning in society, and has seen many shameless people.
Faced with Sister Wang's shamelessness, she simply shouted at the top of her lungs.
"Help! Someone is shamelessly threatening me and trying to steal my new big iron pot!"
In an instant, all the doors on the entire tenement building opened a crack. Some people walked over openly to see what was going on, while others stood far away at their own doors.
Some opened their doors and looked this way, but didn't come out.
It's human nature to love watching a spectacle, and in no time, Xu Sui and Sister-in-law Wang were surrounded by a large crowd, mostly women, children, and the elderly.
"What's going on, Xu Sui? Weren't you the one shouting just now?" Zhang Xiufen, who had been gossiping about Xu Sui behind her back, glanced at the two of them, her eyes finally settling on the almost brand-new large iron pot. She had a pretty good idea of what was going on.
Xu Sui nodded. "Yes, it's me."
"Sister-in-law Wang wanted to take my big iron pot. I told her I wouldn't give it to her and that I wouldn't do anything illegal or disorderly. But she said she would report me for speculation and profiteering."
"This kind of thing can't be reported so easily. I'm not someone to be trifled with. Since she's trying to smear me, I might as well call everyone over to judge the matter."
Sister-in-law Wang's face changed instantly, turning pale and then red.
She pointed at Xu Sui sharply, gritting her teeth, and said, "What nonsense are you talking about? It's obvious that you're moving away and want to sell this big iron pot to me for speculation."
"I was just about to report you, but you've turned the tables and started smearing me with dirty water."
"You shameless Xu Sui!"
Xu Sui calmly said, "Wang Cuihua, don't deny it."
"Your family has been living in the residential compound for so long, yet you haven't bought a single pot. You keep borrowing pots from your neighbors on the same floor."
"Can you honestly say with your hand on your heart that you weren't after my things because we're leaving, and that you wanted to buy them from me at a cheap price?"
"Otherwise, with your family's resources, you wouldn't have gone several months without being able to buy a pot if you just gritted your teeth."
Xu Sui turned to look at everyone present, her voice clear and powerful enough for everyone to hear.
"Everyone, listen to what I'm saying, is it reasonable?"
"Although Wang Cuihua's family has only lived here for a few months, everyone who has spent these months with her should know what kind of person she is. When it comes to taking advantage of others, no one on the entire floor can compare to her."
"You... what nonsense are you talking about? I didn't, I didn't!" Wang Cuihua wanted to tear Xu Sui apart, but there were so many people around, and Xu Sui was standing right next to so many people.
She won't get any advantage by taking action in public.
In an instant, everyone's eyes fell on Wang Cuihua's flushed and ugly face.
Yes, this family has only been living in the residential compound for a short time, but they are a difficult pair to deal with. If people don't lend her an iron pot and a kitchen knife to cook, she will play the victim and threaten them at the same time.
Most people would choose to lend her things to avoid the hassle.
Compared to Wang Cuihua, who has a long history of misconduct, Xu Sui's words are more credible.
Moreover, if it were them, they would also try to ask Xu Sui if they didn't have an iron pot at home.
Those gazes were like needles, piercing Wang Cuihua's body. Many people pointed at her and gossiped about her.
She couldn't stand it anymore, glared at Xu Sui, turned around and ran back into her house, slamming the door shut.
The excitement is gone.
The people gathered around gradually dispersed.
Xu Sui carried her family's large iron pot and a thermos full of water back into the house.
I pushed open the door and went inside.
She looked up and saw a man struggling to carry a basin full of water to wash his feet, trying to hob out with the help of a cane.
Xu Sui was stunned for a moment, but after realizing what was happening, she quickly went up to help carry the basin.
"Didn't you say I'd pour it? Your leg isn't healed yet; what if it gets worse?"
Qin Yunzhou, leaning on his cane, avoided her hand. "It's alright, I can handle this little thing."
"Besides, I need to be familiar with myself and take care of myself."
"You have your own things to do too; you can't always stay by my side and take care of me."
Xu Sui's hand paused slightly in mid-air, and after thinking about it, she realized it made sense.
His leg condition has stabilized, and now he just needs to rest and recuperate.
There's a long road ahead, and after returning to her hometown, she plans to find a job; how could she possibly take care of Qin Yunzhou?
"Okay, but don't rush it. Take it slow, do what you can, and remember to call me if anything happens."
"Okay, you go to sleep first. I'll go back after I pour the water." Qin Yunzhou nodded, leaning on his cane and carrying the foot-washing water, slowly walked outside.
His left foot is fine, but his right foot is injured and he can't walk normally. Although he's not used to it, he can barely maintain his balance and walk with the help of crutches.
"I'll wait for you. If anything happens, I'll be happy to lend a hand." Xu Sui was still worried and followed Qin Yunzhou at a distance.
Qin Yunzhou paused for a moment, then turned back to look deeply at Xu Sui. His throat bobbed unconsciously for a few seconds before he swallowed back the refusal that was about to come out of his mouth.
"Alright."
Actually, it's not necessary.
He has always been in good physical condition. Losing a leg has affected him, but with the help of crutches, he can still move around easily.
Even on a summer night, the wind still blows hot.
The tenement buildings were already crowded and poorly lit, hot in summer and cold in winter.
Xu Sui followed behind Qin Yunzhou, watching him limp as he carried a basin in one hand, yet still managed to walk outside with the help of a cane.
He exuded the uprightness and discipline of the military, and even with his injured leg and limited mobility, he still gave people a very upright and reliable feeling.
Not long after, the foot bath water was poured out.
Qin Yunzhou carried the basin back into the house with a limp, then bent down and put the basin away.
At that moment, a plain white handkerchief, carrying a faint fragrance of a woman, suddenly landed on his forehead and gently wiped it, the movement soft and delicate.
He looked up and met Xu Sui's fair and bright face. They were very close, her face was close to his, and they were just a hair's breadth away from touching each other.
Qin Yunzhou could even clearly see the fine downy hairs on Xu Sui's face, her thick, curled eyelashes, and downwards... her soft, rosy lips...
He was momentarily stunned, his heart tightening slightly, as if the faint, clean scent of soap emanating from Xu Sui filled the air around him.
"Okay, there's no more sweat on your face. Go back to your room and get some sleep. I'm tired."
A moment later, Xu Sui put away her handkerchief, yawned, and very naturally took the initiative to help the man beside her toward their bedroom.
Speaking of which, this house was their wedding room, and the bright red duvet cover and quilt on the bed were all prepared for their wedding.
The two of them should have moved in long ago.
Unfortunately, an accident occurred.
That's why they're sleeping alone in their new house tonight.
I returned to the bedroom and closed the door.
Xu Sui helped the person sit on the bed.
The small room was dimly lit and quiet, with only the sounds of a child crying and an adult scolding coming from next door.
Xu Sui ignored Qin Yunzhou and turned around to open the wardrobe. She took out her pajamas, found a corner, and changed into them.
Qin Yunzhou's face felt as if it were on fire. He quickly looked away, no longer wanting to see the woman's slender, white waist.
He found that Xu Sui seemed very casual with him, without any sense of wariness.