Chapter 131: Compliments That Make Your Scalp Tingle

Well, it’s not impossible.

Su Qinghu was just thinking that with the authorities far away, if she coordinated with her mother-in-law and Xiao Huang, she could drive whenever she wanted. But then her father-in-law, Chen Bo, spoke up: “How about I go with you all next week? With more people, don’t say you didn’t have enough fun…”

“And Xiao Huang, if you dare to play both sides, you can go back and relearn what discipline means.”

With just a few words, Chen Bo completely blocked Su Qinghu’s way out.

This time, she really had no choice. “Dad, don’t worry, I definitely won’t drive this weekend.”

She couldn’t possibly do something that would affect someone else’s work to this extent, even if she didn’t have a conscience.

Seeing that she really wasn’t going to break the rules, Chen Bo thought for a moment and said, “I’ll allow you to drive the car to the compound today.”

This—

Su Qinghu nodded happily. “Okay!”

She knew this was just a carrot after the stick, but she couldn’t help being excited. What kind of car was this? Could just anyone touch it? Of course not! So every extra chance to drive it was a win!

Er Dan was amazed by Su Qinghu’s driving skills, looking at her with starry eyes. “Mom, you look even cooler driving than those people in the movies!”

Su Qinghu laughed and ruffled his hair.

This kid—he’s definitely number one at giving compliments!

Da Dan’s eyes were also sparkling, though he didn’t say anything. He just felt a swelling pride inside, almost wanting to shout it out.

“Get in, get in,” Su Qinghu called everyone to the car, took the umbrella from her father-in-law, folded it up, and got into the driver’s seat.

To make a good impression, she drove steadily and smoothly all the way to the compound, without a single bump.

After the security check and being let through, she drove straight to the house, unloaded the things into the kitchen, took a sip of water, chatted with everyone for a bit, and then headed to the kitchen.

She put away the seasonings she’d brought, prepped the duck and other meats, checked the food supplies at home, and got right to work.

She was quick and tidy, cleaning up as she cooked, leaving Mrs. Meng with almost nothing to do.

“Mom, you and Dad stay home, I’m going out to buy some cooked food,” Su Qinghu said, only to feel a burning gaze. She turned and, unsurprisingly, it was Da Dan.

Da Dan had a “what are you talking about, you just borrowed sixty cents from me and now you’re saying you’re going to buy food” look on his face. He met her gaze without backing down.

Was she planning to buy on credit?

Didn’t she know that no one at the nearby deli knew her? If she tried to buy on credit, her grandparents would definitely find out, and maybe the whole compound would know by the end of the day…

How embarrassing!

Su Qinghu smiled at him. “Da Dan, you and your brother keep your grandparents company.”

Please, she had her bankbook and ID in her bag. She could just go withdraw some money and buy some food on the way back. What was the problem?

There wasn’t one at all.

At most, she’d be gone a bit longer. If anyone asked, she’d just say her craving got the better of her and she stopped for a soda or popsicle.

Su Qinghu smiled gently. Ah, once you get used to having a thick skin, it just gets thicker and thicker~~~

Mrs. Meng wanted to go with her, but after being refused, she could only watch Su Qinghu leave on her own.

Su Qinghu drove off, went straight to the nearest bank, withdrew all the kids’ money, bought some cooked food and a few popsicles, and strolled back home.

Of course, her in-laws didn’t know she’d driven out.

She gave Xiao Huang a popsicle and a chicken drumstick, making sure he’d keep quiet, and then happily headed home.

On the way back, whether she knew them or not, everyone she met got a sweet smile in return.

Da Dan and Er Dan had been keeping an ear out for her return. As soon as they heard footsteps, Er Dan rushed to open the door for her.

Su Qinghu pulled out a popsicle for him, handed one to everyone in the living room with a smile, and then went to the kitchen.

In the summer heat, cold dishes were the star: chilled tofu skin, cucumber salad, meat jelly, white-cut pork, plus the cooked food and cold noodles. It was a comfortable and happy meal.

After dinner, Su Qinghu and her mother-in-law cleaned up, while the two kids played chess with Chen Bo. The house was calm, but full of vibrant, lively energy.

After chatting with her in-laws about everything under the sun, Su Qinghu finally took the kids home at 8:30. On the way out, she told her in-laws to come over next week for a barbecue.

Grilling skewers in the summer—nothing better.

After dropping everyone off, Xiao Huang drove away. Su Qinghu locked the courtyard gate from inside, turned around, and met Da Dan and Er Dan’s gazes.

She: “…What do you want to say?”

Da Dan: “Did you withdraw the money?”

“Yep, I did. Took it all out,” Su Qinghu replied as she unlocked the main house door. “Didn’t leave you a single cent.”

Da Dan got the answer he wanted and didn’t react much, just followed her into the living room.

Er Dan followed Su Qinghu in and out of the living room, and finally, as she urged them to shower, he asked cautiously, “Now that we have the shop, does our money still count as business capital?”

If not, he was going to cry—cry until she agreed!

Seeing his “if you don’t count it, I’ll bite you” look, Su Qinghu laughed. “We didn’t sign any agreement, did we?”

Er Dan instantly puffed up. Was his new mom going to go back on her word?

“If there’s no agreement, I can go back on my word anytime,” Su Qinghu teased. “And if I do, there’s nothing you can do about it.”

Er Dan looked at her miserably. “Aren’t adults supposed to set an example for kids? You said so yourself!”

“I did say that, but I can still change my mind,” Su Qinghu teased. “And if I do, I don’t have to compensate you for anything. If we had a contract, I’d have to pay you if I broke it.”

Er Dan’s cheeks puffed out. “So you want to be a swindler?”

“No, no,” Su Qinghu wagged a finger in front of him. “I have high moral standards, so from a moral standpoint, I won’t go back on my word. You can relax—the money still counts as business capital.”

Da Dan didn’t really care about all this. His only wish was to see her spend all the money, reflect deeply, and finally learn to budget properly.

Only Er Dan instantly lit up, showering her with praise: “Mom, you’re such a kind businesswoman! Your morals are so high! Your character is the best! No one can compare to you!”

Su Qinghu’s scalp tingled from all the compliments.

Ahem, well, it’s not that exaggerated…"