"Why? Is there a problem with the money? "Meng Huimei probed.
Chai Hong was a little hesitant. How could money not be a problem? There was some money, but if it was too much, it would be impossible!
Without waiting for Chai Hong to speak, Zhao Baolin answered with certainty. "No problem! Sis, tell me how much it is. If it's about the same, we can pool the two children together. "
Zhao Baolin spoke readily, but Chai Hong jumped in fright. How could she not know how much money their family had? It was all in her hands … She secretly pinched Zhao Baolin, but he did not react. Chai Hong did not expose Zhao Baolin, so she could only wait for Meng Huimei to leave. At the same time, Chai Hong was looking forward to Zhao Baolin's solution to the money problem. If Zhao Yuhe could marry a wife, it would be great news! Especially when he married such a good girl.
Meng Huimei heaved a sigh of relief when she saw Zhao Baolin speak so readily. She said with a smile, "Brother, I'm relieved that you are so straightforward. To be honest, if you don't have the money, this matter would be difficult. Since you have the money, everything is negotiable. The two children already think well of each other. However, the parents of both families have yet to meet. This is what I mean. Find a time for you to go over, or they can come over and you can meet them. As for the exact amount, you can discuss it among yourselves. "
Upon hearing that, Zhao Baolin, who was still a little worried, immediately felt relieved. If the parents of both families could meet and come to an agreement, the matter would not be far off. Furthermore, he was relieved.
Hence, Zhao Baolin said, "Alright! It's decided. Sis, can you arrange a time? Let's go visit them. "
"Alright, I'll inform you of the exact time," said Meng Huimei.
After sending Meng Huimei off, Chai Hong pulled Zhao Baolin into the house and said, "Old Zhao, it's great to hear what you just said. I feel good too. But where will the money come from? I've asked around. It's impossible to get a wife these days without two to three hundred thousand. If they really want that much, how are we going to get the money? "
When Chai Hong said that, she nearly burst into tears.
"It's fine, it's fine. I'll think of a solution. We only have this child. Regardless, we can't let Yuhe be single. Otherwise, we won't feel at ease when we leave. "Zhao Baolin smoked as he patted Chai Hong on the shoulder.
"You have a solution?" Chai Hong was taken aback.
"Alright, don't worry about money. Have you forgotten what I did back then? He had traveled all over the world and had been to many places. He still had a few friends outside. I'll go look for them later. There's probably a way, "Zhao Baolin said.
"Now that things have come to this, I can only do so. If Yuhe can be with Xiaoran, I can be at ease. There's no need to worry even if he's dead, "said Chai Hong with a sigh.
Zhao Baolin nodded and said, "Alright, stop fooling around. I'm going out for a walk."
After Zhao Baolin finished speaking, he left the house. After leaving the village and seeing that there was no one around, he entered the nearby cornfield, took out his phone, selected contacts, and scrolled to a person named Wang Hu. Zhao Baolin stared at the name for more than ten minutes. Finally, he sighed and put away his phone. He took a stroll outside and went home.
In the few days that Meng Huimei was gone, Zhao Baolin and Chai Hong were restless. They were hoping that Meng Huimei would give them an answer, but they were also afraid that the answer would be a rejection. They were so worried that they nearly lost their appetite.
Finally, a week later, Meng Huimei called.
"Brother Baolin," said Meng Huimei.
"Sister, wait a moment. Let me catch my breath before you speak again. Just tell me the outcome. Regardless of whether it succeeds or not, just tell me the outcome. Big Brother can still take it … "Zhao Baolin was really nervous. The happiness of his child's life depended on this phone call. The phone in his hand made a cracking sound as if it was going to explode in the next moment.
"Brother Baolin, you know Yuhe's situation. The typical family would definitely not agree to it," said Meng Huimei.
Zhao Baolin immediately felt as though he had fallen into an ice cavern. His heart turned cold as he subconsciously tersely acknowledged. He was already awaiting his sentence.
"But this is your problem, Big Brother. No matter what, Little Sister has to do her best. After spending a week saying all kinds of good things to the point that her lips were worn out and the soles of her shoes were almost worn out, their family finally agreed. However, it was just a meeting. They did not agree to the marriage, "said Meng Huimei.
The moment that was said, Zhao Baolin immediately felt as though he had returned to the mortal world from hell. He saw hope again!
"Sister, there's nothing more to say. It's all thanks to you that this matter can succeed! I will definitely not mistreat you! "Zhao Baolin laughed happily.
By the side, Chai Hong also beamed.
"Alright, it's settled then. Come to the Liu Clan Village tomorrow. I'll wait for you there. I'll bring you to meet Xiaoran's family, your future in-laws! "said Meng Huimei.
Zhao Baolin nodded immediately.
After hanging up, before Zhao Baolin could laugh, Chai Hong came over and said, "We can't be going empty-handed tomorrow, right? We have to bring some money on our first meeting. How much do you think we should bring? "
"This …" Zhao Baolin was taken aback as he immediately called Meng Huimei.
"At least two thousand! If it's any less, they will be unhappy. You won't even be able to give them two thousand, "said Meng Huimei.
"That much …" Chai Hong's heart ached a little.
"Alright! Two thousand it is. "Zhao Baolin glared at Chai Hong and immediately agreed.
"Also, bring the deposit. If it's a success, quickly pay the deposit to prevent any undue delays," exhorted Meng Huimei.
"How much do we have to pay?" Zhao Baolin was a little worried.
"At least twenty to thirty thousand, right? Besides, the three gold coins are definitely needed. Prepare them as soon as possible. Don't feel the pinch. Xiaoran is their only child. No matter how much they want, won't it all be given to Xiaoran? Isn't what Xiaoran has your Yuhe's? Why would you feel the pinch if you give it to Yuhe? "asked Meng Huimei.
Zhao Baolin thought about it and found it reasonable, so he agreed immediately.
After hanging up, Zhao Baolin could not stay any longer. He immediately took his passbook to Songwu County to withdraw thirty thousand yuan. Looking at the last sixty-seven yuan left in the passbook …
Zhao Baolin silently prayed. "Please don't fall sick or suffer any calamities when you don't have money. May the heavens bless you …"
How was he to live without money? The only thing Zhao Baolin could think of was not to buy anything and just eat the vegetables from his vegetable farm. As for winter, carrots, cabbages, and potatoes could survive the winter. As long as he had time, he could work and barely survive the new year. He was afraid of falling sick. Once there was a calamity or an illness, his family would probably not be able to hold on.
Of course, Zhao Baolin comforted himself. If the money was given to Yuhe, Yuhe would be able to help if anything happened to the family.
With these plans in mind, Zhao Baolin once again gave up on the thought of calling Wang Hu.
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