Courtyard House: Starting as an engineer, crushing a yard full of poultry

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"If I don't take a big bite out of her, how can I be worthy of all the years I've endured? Lou Xiao'e is such a useless woman, she can't even give birth to a child all these years. I definitely can't do without some compensation."

Xu Damao muttered to himself.

"Doctor, doctor, I need to pay my hospital fees. Please get me treated quickly."

Xu Damao shouted.

Lou Xiao'e returned to the courtyard house in despair, and without speaking to anyone, went straight into the house.

I tidied up my things a little; there weren't many.

Over the years, I haven't bought many new clothes, let alone anything else.

It wasn't even full of a small box.

Lou Xiao'e resolutely left the courtyard house with her suitcase and returned to the Lou family's small villa.

"How's your daughter? Xu Damao should have agreed, right? He's so short of money right now, I don't believe he'd turn down money that's practically handed to him."

Lou Xiao'e's mother inquired about the price.

"Don't worry, Mom, he agreed. We'll get a divorce first thing tomorrow morning, and I'll go with you."

Lou Xiao'e hugged her mother tightly.

The father, who was in the study, heard that Lou Xiao'e had returned, but said nothing.

I grabbed a few things from the drawer and turned to go to the Civil Affairs Bureau. If the money is right, the Civil Affairs Bureau can really be moved to the hospital.

Chapter 149 Having extraordinary connections

Civil Affairs Bureau.

"Find your Director Li; I have something to discuss with him."

Lou Xiao'e's father said to the staff of the Civil Affairs Bureau.

The staff at the Civil Affairs Bureau immediately recognized that the middle-aged man in front of them was the big boss behind the steel rolling mill.

He was very perceptive; he immediately got up and went upstairs to tell the bureau chief.

Finally, they brought Lou Xiao'e's father from downstairs up to the second floor.

The office of the director of the Civil Affairs Bureau is located on the second floor of the bureau, and he is in charge of all matters.

Upon seeing Lou Xiao'e's father enter, Director Li hurriedly welcomed him.

Such a wealthy person, if you establish a connection with them, they'll be quite extraordinary.

"Mr. Lou, you're a rare guest indeed. It's almost unheard of to see you at the Civil Affairs Bureau. What brings you here this time?"

Director Li asked with a smile.

“We’ve known each other for quite a while, and we’ve even had a few meals together. Let’s be frank, I do have something I need your help with.”

Lou Xiao'e's father said.

"If there's anything I can do to help you, Mr. Lou, please don't hesitate to ask."

As Director Li spoke, he brewed a pot of tea, poured a cup, and handed it over.

“It’s this case, number 420. My daughter wants to divorce her husband, but he’s in the hospital and can’t get out of bed. I’m hoping you can send two people from the Civil Affairs Bureau to the hospital tomorrow to process their divorce papers.”

Lou Xiao'e's father said calmly.

"This……"

Director Li feigned embarrassment.

"Director Li, don't talk about how difficult this is. Just three small yellow croakers. I hope to see our comrades from the Civil Affairs Bureau at the hospital tomorrow morning to process my daughter's divorce."

As Lou Xiao'e's father spoke, he took out three shiny little yellow croakers from his leather bag.

"With our friendship, everything is negotiable. Since you've asked, Mr. Lou, I'll definitely get this done. As soon as the Civil Affairs Bureau opens tomorrow morning, two comrades will be at the hospital to process your daughter's divorce."

Director Li, seeing the money offered to him, thought it was too good to pass up.

Besides, I'm the director of the Civil Affairs Bureau now. What's wrong with sending two people over to handle divorces?

It's just a matter of touching my upper lip to my lower lip, and I got three small yellow croakers as soon as I opened my mouth. I made a fortune.

"Then, Director of the Luggage Bureau, I won't keep you from working any longer. I have some other things to take care of. I hope you can get this done as soon as possible and complete all the necessary procedures."

Lou Xiao'e's father put down three small yellow croakers, turned around and left the office, walking out of the Civil Affairs Bureau.

……

Inside the office.

"Wow, as expected of Boss Lou, he's so generous. He just throws out three small gold bars for such a small thing. This money is so easy to come by."

Director Li said, fiddling with the small yellow croaker.

He then put the three small yellow croakers in his drawer and locked it.

He strolled out of the office and gave some instructions to his subordinates.

Upon hearing that this was the director's request, the subordinates dared not hesitate and completed all the formalities that afternoon.

Tomorrow at the hospital, all I need to do is sign a document and put my fingerprint on it, and the divorce will be over.

Lou Family's Small Western-Style Building.

"Alright, everything's taken care of. Go to the hospital at nine o'clock tomorrow morning. The staff from the Civil Affairs Bureau will come over to process your divorce. We'll leave here tomorrow afternoon and head to Hong Kong."

Lou Xiao'e's father spoke calmly.

"Alright, my dear daughter, there's nothing here for you to miss. Just get a good rest tonight. Tomorrow we'll be taking a boat, and the journey might be a bit bumpy. Get some rest, and Mom will go with you tomorrow."

Lou Xiao'e's mother comforted Lou Xiao'e.

"It's okay, Mom. You all prepare everything at home. I'll finish it tomorrow morning and come home with you right away."

Lou Xiao'e said firmly.

I didn't sleep a wink all night. (cgcb)

The next day.

Lou Xiao'e finished washing up early in the morning and went to the hospital before even having breakfast.

Seeing Xu Damao lying on the bed without saying a word.

"Xu Damao, you haven't forgotten what you said yesterday, have you? We're getting a divorce today. Don't lie in bed pretending to be dead. Pretending to be dead is useless."

Lou Xiao'e said calmly.

"The doctor said I can't get out of bed right now, so how can I go to the Civil Affairs Bureau with you to get a divorce? If you really can't, just call the Civil Affairs Bureau staff over to handle the divorce. Anyway, I can't get out of bed."

Xu Damao started acting like a rogue.

Lou Xiao'e didn't say anything, but glanced at the time on her watch.

Two minutes later, two well-dressed young men walked in.

"Are you Ms. Lou? We're here today to process your divorce from your husband."

The young man said politely.

"Yes, he has difficulty getting out of bed. I'm sorry to have troubled you to come all this way. I want to divorce him now."

Lou Xiao'e spoke expressionlessly.

"Divorce? I never said anything about divorce, nor did I agree to divorce you. I won't get a divorce, and I won't sign the papers. If you force me to sign, I'll call the inspection team."

Xu Damao continued his shameless rant.

“Mr. Xu Damao, we have completed all the divorce procedures. This is a notice for you, which clearly states that you received the compensation of 1,500 yuan from the Lou family yesterday.”

"If you don't want a divorce, please return this money to the Lou family now. If that happens, we won't let you get a divorce."

The young man took a piece of paper out of his briefcase and handed it to Xu Damao.

Xu Damao stared wide-eyed at what was written on the paper, his heart pounding with panic.

If I can't come up with 1,500 yuan, I will be forced to divorce you.

However, part of the money had already been given to the hospital for his medical treatment.

I don't have the money to pay this out myself.

"Mr. Xu Damao, if you have no objections, please sign and put your fingerprint on this divorce agreement. If you are unwilling, we will hire a lawyer, but you will not get any benefit from it. We hope you can think it through."

The two young employees sent by Director Li were also very well prepared.

After all, the two of them had also gained some benefits, so they were particularly concerned about this matter.

I spent the entire afternoon preparing.

It's fair to say that this marriage is no longer something Xu Damao can decide whether or not to divorce.

“Xu Damao, I don’t have time to waste here with you. Sign the papers now and we’ll cut ties. From now on, you go your way and I’ll go mine.”

Lou Xiao'e said somewhat impatiently.

Left with no other choice, Xu Damao had to sign and affix his fingerprint to the divorce agreement.

Chapter 150 Xu Damao Discharged from Hospital