Reborn in the 80s, Get Rich by Eating Melons-Chapter 693: when it comes to fighting, Gu Hongwei can’t beat her.

Tong Yao could tell from their intimate interaction earlier that they had made progress, so it didn’t surprise her at all to hear Gu Hongwei’s words now. It was a relief knowing that they had made progress in their relationship.

Si Chen was right, they really did need a push in the right direction.

Thinking about this, Tong Yao squinted her eyes and chuckled. "Finally you two are together! You two might not have been in a hurry, but those of us watching were. It’s a good thing you didn’t miss each other. Lovers finally get together. Miaomiao must be thrilled to hear this news."

Having heard her words, Gu Hongwei also smiled, "Before, I thought I had nothing and didn’t want to drag Jinnian down. I was afraid that if the business didn’t take off, it would ruin her life."

Gu Hongwei was in a different situation than others; he really had nothing. If it were just him, he could take risks without any psychological burden, but after starting a family, he would have reservations. This may be somewhat selfish thinking, but it’s indeed what he believed.

Having a wife could easily distract him.

Upon hearing this, Guo Jinnian quickly responded, "If I’m not scared, why should you be? I’m willing to face difficulties with you. We’ve suffered before, so we can start over if necessary. I don’t believe that the two of us, with our intelligence and courage, could end up starving. If it really comes to that, we can work in Yaoyao’s shop. We won’t go hungry."

Guo Jinnian doesn’t have a dependent mentality, but she knows that if one day she falls into poverty, Tong Yao would definitely help her, either by lending her some start-up funds or finding her a job.

On the other hand, if Tong Yao ever faced a difficulty, she would do her best to help. She’s not scared, so why should Gu Hongwei, a grown man, be so timid?

Isn’t it just returning to the starting point?

As long as their hearts are together, they have nothing to fear.

Gu Hongwei didn’t utter a word. Guo Jinnian’s ideas were too simple. He had seen couples in the village arguing over trifles. Poverty often leads to sadness in a marriage. He couldn’t even provide a basic living for Guo Jinnian. What could he offer her in marriage?

Not to mention, he needed at least to provide Guo Jinnian with a home, right?

With this in mind, he changed the subject, "There is a new property development in ’Bright Future.’ After you’re better, I’ll have Yaoyao accompany you to see some houses. If we’re going to get married, we need a house."

Guo Jinnian was over the moon, but she pretended to be reserved, "I’ve just agreed to date you, who said I’m marrying you? Why would we look for a wedding house? Besides, you haven’t even proposed."

Tong Yao couldn’t hold back her laughter, "You both discuss the wedding at your own pace. I’ll head back to prepare for the midday meal. I have free time lately, so once you’re better, I’ll accompany you to see the wedding house."

Upon hearing this, Guo Jinnian hastily said, "Yaoyao, make sure to eat plenty, and make up for my share."

Tong Yao laughed, "I’ll have Enzhen prepare your portion. She’s been staying at home for a month and must be going insane. Once you’re better, we can all go out and have fun together."

Han Enzhen is a fun-loving person. Luckily, Tong Yao and Guo Jinnian had visited her several times over the past month, or she might have already run out of patience.

Gu Hongwei walked Tong Yao to the door and watched her leave before closing the door and going to feed Guo Jinnian.

Having experienced last night, Guo Jinnian wasn’t as awkward this time. She ate heartily. After eating and drinking enough, she felt that Gu Hongwei should not miss the Full Moon Wine Ceremony.

"Why don’t you go to the gathering at noon? As long as you bring back some food for me, it’s fine. If we don’t go, we might give off a cold vibe. I will undoubtedly take a nap at noon. By the time I wake up, you will be back. If I need help, I can ask the nurse to lend a hand. If you’re really worried, hire a caretaker for me."

While Gu Hongwei was eating his breakfast, he shook his head in refusal. "I’ve already told Fu Sen over the phone that you’ve had surgery and I need to take care of you, so I don’t have time to attend."

Guo Jinnian curiously asked, "When did you call? How come I knew nothing about it?"

Gu Hongwei replied, "When you were still asleep."

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Guo Jinnian was wondering if he had seen her sleeping face, "I heard that Fu Sen had tears in his eyes when Enzhen was giving birth. He said he didn’t want to have a second child and one was enough. Tong Yao really is fortunate, having twins. She doesn’t have to worry about not having a son or a daughter. Luckily, I was clever enough to become the godmother right away, so I don’t have to worry about not having a son or daughter in the future."

Before Gu Hongwei could respond, she added, "You better not have patriarchal thoughts. I hate people who favor boys over girls."

Guo Jinnian’s parents favor boys over girls, and she hated that more than anything due to her own experiences.

Gu Hongwei responded, "Now you’re not shy at all. You just said you hadn’t agreed to the proposal, but now you’ve planned out whether to have a boy or a girl. Have you decided how many children you want to have?"

After years of trials, Gu Hongwei had lost his youthful innocence and became more mature, like a savvy businessman. However, they had hardly ever been apart for an extended period over the years, and they had grown accustomed to each other.

Guo Jinnian blushed at his words, feeling somewhat embarrassed and wronged, "I’m already half past my prime. If I keep being reserved, you might belong to someone else. Your company is full of young, educated, and beautiful girls. They all have eyes on you, the big chunk of meat."

By the end, her words were laced with jealousy.

Gu Hongwei put down his chopsticks and looked at her, "If you hadn’t suddenly contracted appendicitis, you would have gone on a blind date by now, right? Maybe by the time I heard the news, you would be about to get married. Guo Jinnian, while I’m preparing to propose and buy a wedding house, you’re preparing to go on a blind date and get married behind my back. Do you think it’s appropriate? Who’s being wronged now?"

She had been feeling wronged just now, but Gu Hongwei’s words made Guo Jinnian feel like she was the one in the wrong.

"I... I didn’t know your feelings, right? Your company is filled with young girls, it was bound to make me insecure."

Gu Hongwei saw that Guo Jinnian was lacking confidence in herself. Instead of exposing her, he said, "You have Tong Yao and Si Chen as your back-up. They are much stronger than any young girl at the company. I couldn’t beat you, and I couldn’t oppose your backers. So, it should be me who worries about these things, not you."

Guo Jinnian suddenly realized, her eyes lighting up, "Right, how could I forget? I have a status too, huh! Everyone grows old. Those girls will also age. Gu Hongwei, you better treat me well or be prepared for my domestic violence."

When it came to physical altercations, Guo Jinnian definitely had the upper hand.