Rebirth 1983: Building My Business Empire
Chapter 269 - Chapter 269 Chapter 258 House

Chapter 269: Chapter 258 House Chapter 269: Chapter 258 House Lu Jiaguang returned home, pulled Wang Xiaojie into the room, and recounted what Lu Jiaxin had said to her, “Tomorrow, go tell Jiaxin that we don’t want the house or the money. And about the antique shop shares, we agreed to that just to reassure her, so make sure she understands we don’t want those either.”

Wang Xiaojie hung her head in silence.

Lu Jiaguang grew somewhat anxious and said, “Xiaojie, Third Aunt helped us out a lot back then. We’re just giving Jiaxin a little hand, how can we take her money?”

Wang Xiaojie looked up at him and said, “If her antique shop wasn’t making money, I would definitely not take it. But now that it’s profitable and she’s willing to share the dividends with us, why not?”

Without waiting for him to speak, Wang Xiaojie continued, “I can agree with you on other things, but not on this. I’m not being greedy. We can give up the shares, and I won’t take the dividends, but I do want a house.”

“Zhenzhen is already eleven years old, and she can only share a room with Xiao Zhang. It’s manageable now, but in a couple of years when she starts her period, do you realize how inconvenient that will be?”

Lu Jiaguang said, “When Lu Ping gets assigned a job, Lu Zhang can move into a room with Lu An.”

Wang Xiaojie immediately countered, “Then when Pingping comes back from work, he would have to return to his dormitory after just one meal. What if it’s far away? He can’t possibly live in a guest house forever. Besides, when it’s time for him to find a partner, what would the girl think if she sees that he doesn’t even have a bed at home?”

Previously, they had no choice but to make do, but now that they had an opportunity for change, why push it away? Moreover, they weren’t just taking Jiaxin’s house for nothing–they’d put in effort at the antique shop and owed favors, which would have to be repaid by her husband eventually.

Lu Jiaguang couldn’t refute her arguments, but the thought of Jiaxin buying a house for them to live in was something he wholeheartedly rejected.

Knowing his character, Wang Xiaojie said, “I know you care about face, so I’ll handle this. For the kids’ sake, I’m prepared to set my pride aside.”

If it were just the two of them, she definitely wouldn’t take the money or house. But the kids were getting older and would eventually bring partners home; the thought of not having enough space for them always worried her.

Lu Jiaguang, knowing she was also proud, said, “What are you talking about? Jiaxin is the one who offered; we’re not asking her for anything. Forget it, I’ll talk to her tomorrow.”

Wang Xiaojie couldn’t bear to let him do it, “No need, I’ll talk to Jiaxin. There are some other things I also need to discuss with her.”

“What matters that I shouldn’t know about?”

Wang Xiaojie, not wanting to prolong the conversation, turned off the light, “Let’s sleep, we have to get up early tomorrow!”

The next morning, Wang Xiaojie headed for Radiance Alley early, worried that if she went too late, Lu Jiaxin would be out running errands. Her sister-in-law was capable and always busy.

“Is Jiaxin still sleeping? How can she still be asleep?”

Second Sister-in-law Lu said with a smile, “The exams are over now, the kids should have some time to relax. Big sister-in-law, did you rush over here so early because there’s something urgent?”

“There’s something I need to discuss with Jiaxin.”

Second Sister-in-law Lu got along well with Wang Xiaojie and didn’t keep any secrets. She lowered her voice and said, “Big sister-in-law, Jiaxin told us yesterday that we should buy shops and houses if we have the money. If we don’t buy now, in a few years when prices soar, we won’t be able to afford them. Her dad and I have discussed it, and we are going to save up to buy a shop first; after making some money, we’ll buy a house. If you and big brother have the money, you should also buy a house, even a small one would do.”

Wang Xiaojie nodded and asked, “Sister-in-law, why aren’t you setting up your stall today?”

Second Sister-in-law Lu said with a face full of smiles, “It’s rare for Jiaxin to be back, so I’m staying home to cook. I’m busy every day; it’s good to take a rest for a couple of days, too.”

Wang Xiaojie had asked for a half-day off from her leader and had to go back to work in the afternoon. She’s someone who can’t sit still, so when she saw Second Sister-in-law Lu doing laundry, she picked up a broom and began to clean. When Lu Jiazong returned from buying groceries, she grabbed an old hen to slaughter, planning to make old duck soup later on.

Lu Jiaxin actually woke up a little after six, as her biological clock wouldn’t allow otherwise, though she was at an age when sleep was irresistible. She fell asleep again after waking and when she opened her eyes next, it was already eight-thirty.

Upon seeing her, Second Sister-in-law Lu immediately wiped her hands and walked over, saying, “Jiaxin, there’s red dates porridge with buns and steamed bread in the pot. I’ve also made mutton dumplings and three-delight dumplings; what would you like to eat?”

Ordinary households didn’t have such a variety for breakfast; this was to cater to her tastes. Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “Just a boiled mutton dumpling, and make some smashed cucumber salad. I haven’t eaten that for a long time and have been craving it.”

“Okay, I’ll get it ready for you now.”

Seeing Wang Xiaojie coming over didn’t surprise Lu Jiaxin. Lu Jiaguang cared about appearances and might refuse the house, but for a woman, children mattered more than life itself, let alone face.

“Sister-in-law, have you had breakfast? If not, please ask Second Sister-in-law to cook some more so we can eat together.”

Wang Xiaojie indicated she had already eaten, “Jiaxin, you go freshen up, we can talk about my issue later. I make smashed cucumber salad better than your Second Sister-in-law. I’ll help her.”

“Okay,”

After breakfast, Lu Jiaxin took Wang Xiaojie to the study and poured her a glass of water as well.

After receiving the water, Wang Xiaojie held the cup, took a moment to gather her thoughts, and then said, “Jiaxin, about what you discussed with your eldest brother last night, he told me everything when he got home. Jiaxin, your brother feels that he shouldn’t expect a reward for helping you out. I think he’s right, but… this time, your sister-in-law is going to be thick-skinned. Jiaxin, I want the house.”

After saying that, she quickly added, “Don’t worry, just this once. If the antique shop has issues in the future, your brother won’t stand by and do nothing, but let’s not talk about shares and dividends anymore.”

Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “Sister-in-law, what are you talking about? Xiao Qiu helps manage the clothing store, so I give her a thirty percent share, which she deserves. It’s the same for my brother; without him stepping in to solve the trouble, not only would the items not be secured, the shop would have to close, which would be a great loss.”

“Just giving money, I’m afraid it might implicate the antique shop. I don’t mind much, but I worry about affecting my brother’s future. If I give you the house, people may only say a few sour words.”

There is actually another downside, which is that the other siblings might feel unfair if they don’t know the full story, and that’s something for the couple to resolve.

Wang Xiaojie took Lu Jiaxin’s hand, her eyes reddening, and said, “You child, what am I supposed to say to you? Your brother and I haven’t really done much over the years, but you, you’ve always been so considerate of us.”

Lu Jiaxin disagreed with that, “How have you not? If it hadn’t been for my brother and Fifth Brother looking out for me, I wouldn’t have even needed to wait for the college entrance exams; I would have been harmed by that venomous woman.”

Wang Xiaojie dabbed at her tears and took out a thick envelope from her bag, “Jiaxin, here’s three thousand six hundred yuan, which your brother and I have saved. The house doesn’t need to be too big, five rooms will be enough.”

Lu Jiaxin pushed the money back to her and said, “Sister-in-law, you better put that money away quickly. My brother and Big Aunt are not in good health; they might need money at any time.”

“Sister-in-law, the antique shop has acquired a few good items this year, and those few items could sell for a good price in Hong Kong. You don’t want dividends, just a house; it seems like I’m getting the better end of the deal.”

Old Man Sun had already acquired several treasures. As long as they’re authentic, just one item could sell in Hong Kong for hundreds of thousands, more than a tenfold increase. If they were to share dividends, a twenty percent stake would amount to one or two hundred thousand, more than enough to buy a house.

Wang Xiaojie was not ignorant of the way things worked; she said, “Not everyone can sell items in Hong Kong; many are deceived. Jiaxin, you take it, otherwise, your sister-in-law won’t feel right about it.”

Unable to refuse further, Lu Jiaxin accepted it and planned to have Xiao Qiu return it to her when they parted.

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