Chapter 189

Chapter 189

Wang Qinghe, who had previously warned Xiao Zhang, now gave the same warning to Yu Cheng.

When real trouble arose, there was little difference between Yu Cheng and Xiao Zhang; in fact, Yu Cheng might even be more troublesome.

Although he didn't know what kind of trouble it would be, he felt that the black market business could no longer continue.

If he were to explain, he could only say it was a gut feeling combined with some of his own analysis.

Yu Cheng stared at Wang Qinghe, feeling extremely anxious.

After a moment, he forced a relaxed smile. "Did you hear from Xiao Zhang that I was planning to get into the black market? Xiao Zhang really needs to learn to keep things to himself. When did he tell you? I need to talk to him about this later."

"Wang didn’t tell me anything, Brother Yu. Your eagerness to make a big move in this county is written all over your face. The black market isn’t legitimate, and small-scale operations are manageable. But you, Brother Yu, can’t do things on a small scale. I don’t know what your family situation is, but I strongly advise staying away from the black market.

If you really get involved in the black market, our relationship will have to end."

Wang Qinghe’s tone was very serious.

Yu Cheng felt a bit angry, but mostly frightened.

He knew too much.

But agreeing so easily would make him lose face.

"Brother Yu, weren’t you going to see Xiao Zhang?" Wang Qinghe reminded him when he saw Yu Cheng still standing there.

"Yes, yes, I’ll go see Xiao Zhang first. Don’t worry, I won’t get involved in the black market." Yu Cheng left hurriedly.

After he left, Bai Xiuxiu expressed her concern: "Qinghe, do you think Brother Yu will still go to the black market?"

This Yu Cheng and business just don’t mix.

Wang Qinghe brought a cup of sugar water to his wife. "Don’t worry, he won’t. Xiuxiu, what should we have for dinner tonight?"

"Noodles. We haven’t had them in a while."

Bai Xiuxiu had been thinking about noodles for days. In the village, they couldn’t make hand-pulled noodles due to the lack of facilities.

They had been trying different foods these past few days, and today was the day for hand-pulled noodles.

"Alright." Wang Qinghe went to find the flour.

On the other side, after leaving the courtyard, Yu Cheng became clearer-headed.

Wang Qinghe’s words, along with recent hints from his father, telling everyone not to engage in illegal trading, especially not in the black market, came back to him.

His father, though a traditional patriarch, wasn’t usually so controlling.

The fact that he called a family meeting meant it was serious.

The seriousness of the situation made Yu Cheng break out in a cold sweat.

He had been having too much fun lately and almost forgot about it.

Now, Wang Qinghe’s words brought it all back.

This business really shouldn’t be done.

"Brother Yu? Why did you come out so quickly? I thought I’d arrived early and would have to wait outside in the cold." Xiao Zhang slowly walked down the alley and saw Yu Cheng.

His friend’s family was causing trouble, so he had to leave. He was wondering where to go next.

Unexpectedly, Yu Cheng was already coming out.

Xiao Zhang looked pleased and took the scale.

"Brother Yu, where are you going now? To see my brother? He’s waiting to meet you." Xiao Zhang asked tentatively.

Mentioning Xiao Zhang’s brother made Yu Cheng even more cautious. "No, I’m going back to the guesthouse. After I finish my business tomorrow, I’ll leave. Please tell your brother that the business deal is off.

I don’t want to get involved in the black market anymore.

I’m doing fine as it is. When I get home, I’ll ask my old man to find me a job to pass the time.

You and your brother have been honest with me. I also suggest you find regular jobs.

This money doesn’t feel right."

Yu Cheng’s words stunned Xiao Zhang.

This... such a quick change?

But Wang Ge said the same thing. It seems finding a regular job is necessary.

If Big Brother still wants to stick with the black market, I need to distance myself from it. If Wang Ge says it, it’s one thing, but now even Brother Yu agrees.

It’s too dangerous!

"Then I’ll take you back to the guesthouse, Brother Yu."

Early in the morning.

The weather was getting colder each day. Bai Xiuxiu and Wang Qinghe, with their two children, walked to the Wutong Street office.

Wang Qinghe pushed the bicycle, which carried the two children. The family of four was well bundled up.

Bai Xiuxiu walked alongside Wang Qinghe at a steady pace.

When they arrived, Song Chun was the only one in the office; she was always the first to arrive.

"I'll go in first. You should hurry back to work," Bai Xiuxiu said, leading the children into the office. From inside, she watched Wang Qinghe ride away before settling the children on a small stool next to her chair.

She smiled toward Song Chun and greeted her, "Good morning, Sister Chun."

"Good morning, Xiao Bai." Song Chun looked at her, hesitated for a moment, then reminded her, "Xiao Bai, you're new here and don't know much about Xiao Tang yet. Xiao Tang... well, just avoid any direct conflicts with her. If you keep your distance and ignore her, she'll lose interest eventually.

She's quite competitive and tends to say hurtful things."

Bai Xiuxiu nodded, pretending to take the advice to heart.

She had no good impressions of anyone who resembled Zhou Jiaojiao.

However, if Xiao Tang didn't provoke her, she wouldn't seek trouble either.

Soon, everyone else started arriving at the office.

Director Wang came in beaming.

"Everyone, come have some candy." She carried a three-pound bag of sugar.

She distributed handfuls to everyone.

"Aunt Wang, who gave this?" Xiao Tang had just arrived and couldn't believe she was getting candy without doing anything that morning, so she asked excitedly.

"It's from Xu Ling's brother and sister-in-law. After settling Xu Ling at home, they waited for me early this morning in my alley, insisting I bring this to thank all of us." Director Wang couldn't hide her joy when talking about Xu Ling's family.

Now everyone in the neighborhood knew that Xu Ling had successfully divorced.

This morning, two young wives even approached her, asking if she could help them and inquiring about Xu Ling's situation.

Clearly, they were considering making changes themselves.

At the mention of Xu Ling's family, Xiao Tang's expression changed abruptly.

"Their family?"

Director Wang glanced at Xiao Tang. "Yes, it's her family. Xu Ling is staying with her parents now, and someone is looking after the child. The neighborhood committee is already arranging temporary work for her."

Hearing this update, Bai Xiuxiu felt more at ease.

"Is anyone here? Please, someone help!"

Suddenly, a voice called out from outside.