Chapter 172: Whether It’s Nima or Mani, Give Me the Most Expensive One!
Chapter 172: Whether It’s Nima or Mani, Give Me the Most Expensive One!
Yang Mi’s family matter was completely resolved, and Tang Chen was now driving, ready to take Yang Mi home.
Actually, at first, Tang Chen also asked Yang Mi if she wanted to go home first to spend time with her parents or something, but Yang Mi said that Tang Chen had worked too hard for her family’s matter, so she wanted to cook something delicious first to help Tang Chen recover.
Tang Chen smiled and said that a grown daughter couldn’t be kept at home, then they arrived home. Yang Mi went to the kitchen to busy herself first, while Tang Chen sat bored in front of the computer watching movies.
Ring ring!
The mobile phone rang. Tang Chen picked up the phone and looked. It was another unfamiliar number. After answering, he asked, “Hello, who is this?”
An anxious voice came from the other end of the phone, saying, “Young Master Tang, it’s He Ping. Am I disturbing you?”
Tang Chen said “Oh,” and casually replied, “No, you’re not. Did you call me, Young Master, because something happened at the hospital?”
He Ping said nervously, “It’s not like that, Young Master Tang. With Brother Yu at the hospital, everything is normal. I’m calling you presumptuously because I want to borrow some money from you.”
Tang Chen heard this. So it was such a small matter. Coincidentally, a couple of days ago, because of the hypnosis incident, he had beaten him quite severely. He smiled casually and said, “Alright, how much do you want to borrow? Just tell me your card number, Young Master will transfer the money to you.”
He Ping said gratefully, “Thank you, Young Master Tang. I want to borrow a hundred thousand yuan, is that okay?”
“A hundred thousand yuan?” Tang Chen was slightly stunned, then said, “The money is a small amount, but why are you borrowing so much? Is there any difficulty at home?”
He Ping said with a bitter smile, “Young Master Tang, I won’t hide it from you. Xiao Fang and I have been in a relationship for a year and a half. Recently, she suddenly felt nauseous and kept wanting to vomit. After going to the hospital for a check-up, we found out she is pregnant.”
Tang Chen gave a faint “Hmm” and said with a smile, “That’s a good thing. The girl is carrying your child, you must take good care of her.”
He Ping said with a bitter smile, “Young Master Tang, it’s not that easy. I really want to take responsibility for Xiao Fang. After learning she was pregnant, I went home with her to meet her parents. I thought, if worst comes to worst, I could drop out of school and marry Xiao Fang. But when her parents found out, they were furious and scolded me harshly. I knew I was in the wrong and didn’t dare talk back. When I said I wanted to marry Xiao Fang, they directly stated, either give a hundred thousand yuan as a bride price, or forget about getting married. Young Master Tang, I come from a single-parent family. My mother raised me alone, and it wasn’t easy for her. There’s no way we can come up with a hundred thousand yuan in cash! So I wanted to ask you to lend me some money first. I will find a way to pay you back.”
After hearing this, Tang Chen immediately understood. It seemed Xu Fang’s parents were very snobbish. After learning He Ping was a poor student, they looked down on him even more. This was simply making things difficult for He Ping.
“Young Master can lend you the money, and you don’t need to pay it back. Young Master will go with you to meet her parents. I want to see what kind of parents could be so snobbish to this extent.” Tang Chen originally felt a bit guilty towards He Ping. Plus, as the boss, when a younger brother comes to you for help, you should help if you can.
He Ping was stunned, moved almost to tears, and said repeatedly, “Young Master Tang, thank you. I will definitely find a way to pay back this hundred thousand yuan to you.”
Tang Chen said indifferently, “It’s fine, it’s just a hundred thousand yuan. You know where I live, right? Come to my place tonight, I’ll drive you there.” After saying this, he hung up.
“Where are you going tonight?” Yang Mi came over from the kitchen at this moment carrying a bowl of egg drop porridge, placed it on the table, and asked with a smile.
Tang Chen sniffed the air, then pulled her into his arms and said, “Nowhere special. He Ping got his girlfriend pregnant, and now her family is unhappy about it. I’m going to check it out.”
Yang Mi said “Oh,” poked Tang Chen’s cheek with her finger, and said with a light laugh, “Really, like boss, like follower. He Ping is just like you, both hungry ghosts when it comes to lust. It seems I’ll have to keep an eye on you from now on. No condom, no action. I don’t want to get pregnant at such a young age.”
Tang Chen held her tighter, kissed her red lips, and said, “It’s okay, even if you get pregnant, you’ll still be the most beautiful pregnant woman.”
Sweet words are always a woman’s biggest weakness. Yang Mi giggled, stood up from his lap, and said, “Stop with the smooth talk. Try my cooking.”
Tang Chen said “Hmm.” Actually, the happiness a man wants is this simple and plain.
In the blink of an eye, it was evening, around five something. Tang Chen hadn’t gone far after leaving home when he saw He Ping standing by the roadside not far from the door, waiting for him.
“Young Master Tang!”
“He Ping, you’re so early? Have you been waiting long?” Tang Chen walked over and greeted him. He Ping still had some bruises on his face from Tang Chen’s beating a couple of days ago.
“Not long at all. It’s only right for a younger brother to wait for his big brother.” He Ping subtly flattered him, which made Tang Chen feel quite pleased.
“Let’s go, get in the car. We’re going to your future in-laws’ place. But before that, you need to change your outfit.” Tang Chen said while opening the car door. This kid He Ping really didn’t know how to dress—a white shirt with sneakers? No wonder Xu Fang’s mother looked down on him.
He Ping didn’t understand why he needed to change his outfit, and Tang Chen didn’t explain. He directly took He Ping to a 24-hour department store, waved his hand grandly at the salesperson, and said, “Give me the most expensive Armani suit you have here. He Ping, go try it on.”
The salesperson’s mouth twitched, and she said, “Sir, the most expensive Armani here is eighty-five thousand yuan. Do you really want it?”
Tang Chen pouted unhappily and said, “Whether it’s Nima or Mani, give Young Master the most expensive one. He Ping, what are you standing there dumbfounded for? Go try it on.”
He Ping was already gaping, shocked by the price. He really wanted to say no, but after one look at Tang Chen’s expression, he obediently went to try it on.
Twenty minutes later, He Ping walked out of the mall wearing the over eighty-thousand yuan Armani suit with Tang Chen. This was the first time in his life he had worn such expensive clothes, and he felt uncomfortable all over.
Tang Chen, however, looked him over and said with a smile, “Not bad, not bad. Clothes really make the man. Wearing a famous brand, Young Master finally realizes you’re actually a handsome guy too. Although not as handsome as Young Master, it’s pretty good.”
He Ping said sheepishly, “Young Master Tang, I’m already very grateful that you’re willing to lend me money. You didn’t have to buy me such expensive clothes.”
Tang Chen said earnestly, “You don’t understand anything. You know, a man doesn’t have to be handsome, but he must have style, must have class. You’re Young Master’s younger brother, you need to improve your class too. Don’t embarrass Young Master.” He paused, then continued, “As for the money, don’t mention it again. Do I look like someone short of money to you? Enough talk, let’s go quickly.” After saying this, he got into the Extravagant Battle Car with He Ping.
Meanwhile, at Xu Fang’s home, Xu Fang, whose eyes were somewhat red and swollen from crying, was sitting on the bed sobbing quietly. This girl was indeed quite pretty. Although not as stunningly beautiful as Yang Mi, she had a pure and innocent feeling.
“Child, can’t you just listen to your mom? Forget about that boy quickly. You’re still too young. Tomorrow, Mom will take you to get an abortion.” Xu Fang’s mother was wearing a yellow down jacket, making her look like Teacher Song Dandan, with a pointy mouth and monkey cheeks, and a sharp, mean face.
“Mom, I won’t get an abortion. The baby is the result of mine and He Ping’s love. I want to have it!” Xu Fang said stubbornly.
Xu’s mother said with some anger, “Child, are you stupid? What nonsense about the result of love? You’re still young, you have your whole youth ahead of you. Why must you fancy that poor boy? Mom has been through this. Everything Mom does is for your own good. Would Mom ever harm you? Listen to me, get an abortion tomorrow, cut off contact with that pauper. If you don’t want to go to school, that’s fine too. Mom will find you a good match.”
Xu Fang shook her head and quickly said, “No, I won’t break up with He Ping. I love him! Mom, please just let us be.”
“Dream on!” Xu Fang’s mother was furious. Her heartfelt advice had gone in one ear and out the other for her daughter. She said angrily, “Whether you break up or not is not up to you. Unless he can come up with a hundred thousand yuan, don’t expect me to accept him!”
Beep beep!
Just then, the sound of a car horn came from outside.