Chapter 5

"Just give a little compensation, even if you accidentally hit a cat or a dog, you still have to pay some money."

Zhang Xinda said casually, "But I said it's just a minor injury, so it's not necessary. What's the point of a thousand yuan?"

"Yes, you handled the situation well, showing your capability."

Shen Ruyu, the mother-in-law, praised with a smile.

As the person involved, Xu Bin's face turned black. Zhang Xinda still had a condescending tone and said, "Xu Bin, you need to have some ambition. Stop fooling around all day. Do you know how difficult it is for me to find you a job? I even have to treat people to meals and drinks."

"That's right, you don't even thank your brother-in-law properly, always causing trouble."

Shen Ruyu also joined in the scolding.

"Alright, that's enough. Let's just drop the matter."

Yao Xin played the good person, but her words were also sarcastic, "Xu Bin, you're helpless and alone. Our family didn't ask for anything, and yet you became our son-in-law. At the very least, don't bring shame to our family, okay?"

"Understood, big sister!"

After enduring so much, Xu Bin just nodded his head.

Yao Nan brought out the fruit, and Yao Xin immediately pulled her to the room. It was likely another round of lecturing from the older sister.

"Make tea for your brother-in-law. Look, how concerned your brother-in-law is about your affairs. He specifically came to visit you. You don't even appreciate it."

Shen Ruyu grumbled.

Xu Bin made tea, silently cursing to himself, "He dares to say he came to see me, but he has nothing to offer."

The eldest daughter's husband, Zhang Xinda, was a playboy. He was the one who was idle and unemployed, but his father was the principal of a school, and his mother was the chief physician of a major hospital.

His reincarnation was exceptionally fortunate. He only worked occasionally, spending money recklessly, the epitome of a prodigal son. He had even spent a hefty sum to pursue Yao Xin. Their wedding was said to be grand, and Yao Baichuan and Shen Ruyu felt that their daughter had married into a prestigious family.

The influence of official positions was inevitable. Even though Zhang Xinda was a playboy and unemployed, his family's status gave them face when they went out. That's why they were so satisfied with this eldest son-in-law.

After drinking a cup of tea, Zhang Xinda became restless, "Mom, let me see your hand!"

Shen Ruyu extended her hand, complaining, "What's there to see? My old and wrinkled skin is all dried up."

"Who said that? Mom, your hand is even smoother than a young girl's. Your skin feels like silk."

Zhang Xinda said flirtatiously, grabbing her soft wrist and saying, "Mom, it's a waste that you don't wear any jewelry on your hand."

Shen Ruyu immediately sighed, "The jewelry I have is old and worn-out. It would be embarrassing to wear them. I don't have the extra money to buy new ones."

"Mom, I saw a beautiful bracelet last time, but unfortunately, it was already reserved by someone else."

Zhang Xinda continued to caress his mother-in-law's hand attentively, saying with a smile, "Jewelry stores only sell mass-produced items. When my friend's high-end store has customized designs, I will pick a beautiful piece of jewelry for you, Mom."

"Really?"

Shen Ruyu was overjoyed, immediately regaining her composure and saying, "We just got married, and it's a time for spending money. Raising children will also require a lot of expenses. We can't spend money recklessly."

"How can it be considered spending money recklessly when it's filial piety to Mom?"

Zhang Xinda became even more enthusiastic as he continued to caress her.

Shen Ruyu was radiant, treating Xu Bin as if he were invisible, of him.

"Ding... Basic functions development successful. Displaying now."

"Ding... This function can only be used with people you know, it is ineffective for strangers."

Xu Bin was dumbfounded and stunned, rubbing his eyes to confirm that what he saw was not an illusion.

A line of text appeared above Zhang Xinda's head: Favorability 0, disdain, contempt.

Above Shen Ruyu's head, it showed: Favorability 20% (worse than strangers, deeply despised).

At this moment, footsteps could be heard on the stairs. Their hands quickly separated, and they listened to the unclear conversation between the two sisters.

Likewise, there were displays above their heads as well. Yao Xin's head showed: Favorability 50% (regarding her as a maid doing housework, similar to a stranger).

His wife, Yao Nan, was blushing, and above her head, it showed: Favorability 75% (a dull couple, maintaining stability due to first love and long-distance relationship, monotonous sexual partners).

In a daze, these notes suddenly disappeared, and Xu Bin felt slightly exhausted.

"The display mode consumes energy when activated and is hidden during normal times, but it will give reminders when there are changes in favorability."

Xu Bin thought it was quite good. Otherwise, if he kept staring at the numbers above their heads, he would appear crazy.

"What are you talking about, Mom!"

As the eldest sister in the family and a well-traveled person, Yao Xin had a sweet mouth that could even coax Shen Ruyu into smiling. It was said that she also got along well with Yao Baichuan and Shen Ruyu.

Yao Xin and her husband said they came to visit Xu Bin. After eating, they left with empty hands, and Shen Ruyu went out to play cards.

The house suddenly became quiet. Yao Nan finally breathed a sigh of relief and snuggled in Xu Bin's arms, whispering, "Honey, brother-in-law said that Xin Hui's security guard has a good future after becoming a regular employee, and his uncle is a senior executive there who can help us."

"He dares to talk as if a security guard is as good as gold."

Thinking of Zhang Xinda touching his mother-in-law's hand and seeing the smug look on her face, Xu Bin felt uncomfortable and cursed, "He's the one who's idle and unemployed. I don't know where he gets the nerve to lecture me."

"Don't get angry, my love. That's just how she is. Just ignore her."

Yao Nan leaned against Xu Bin's chest, gently saying, "If it doesn't work out, we can talk to my mom again and rent a place for ourselves."

When she said this, her eyes sparkled, as she also longed for the intimacy of a couple's world.

"Let's not talk about this anymore. It will only lead to more scolding. Your mom will definitely say it's reckless spending."

Xu Bin knew too well about his mother-in-law's double standards. Moreover, now that he had those tasks from the system, it was definitely better to be close to the water source. Only a fool would move out.

"I'm used to it, but I'm sorry for making you endure!"

Yao Nan said, reaching out to touch Xu Bin's face.

At this moment, Xu Bin felt a little dazed, looking at the ugly woman in his arms transform into a beautiful wife. Even her appearance was more beautiful than Suzuki Airi, and her eyes were filled with tenderness and love.

The body he held felt noticeably softer and more sensuous, no longer the dry and thin feeling from before.

After adjusting for a day, looking at this beautiful and enchanting face, and smelling the faint scent of a woman, Xu Bin's desire was ignited. His eyes stared straight at her.

Yao Nan blushed and lowered her head, a bit surprised, "What are you looking at? Is there something on my face?"

"A little beauty!"

Xu Bin said, raising his hand to gently lift her chin, and kissed her as Yao Nan looked at him with surprise.