Chapter 1829: Chapter 1824: Ignoring Advice

"This is a great item!"

Upon hearing this enthusiastic remark, Cao Wei knew he was dealing with someone knowledgeable!

He realized he had made the right gift choice this time...

With a light smile, Cao Wei stepped forward and, feigning surprise, asked, "Housekeeper Cao, is this really a good item? I just picked it up casually by the roadside before. It didn’t cost me much at all."

Hearing Cao Wei’s explanation, he glanced at the surprised Cao Wei and quietly said with envy, "Bought by the roadside? Then you really struck gold, it’s truly a wonderful item. It’s incredibly good."

"Really? I don’t know much about it, keeping it with me would just be a waste, so how about I give it to you!"

"Oh, I couldn’t possibly accept that!"

Upon hearing Cao Wei’s words, he hesitated for a second and quickly shook his head.

Honestly, he really wanted to keep it for himself now.

But he knew that wasn’t right because it’s truly very valuable...

Cao Wei noticed the fleeting excitement in his eyes and realized he was thoroughly tempted...

Confirming this, Cao Wei calmly said in a soft voice, "Housekeeper Cao, you’ve always taken care of me. I always wanted to repay you, but never had a good opportunity. Now I’ve finally found a chance to express my gratitude, and if you refuse, I’ll really think you have something against me."

Housekeeper Cao glanced at Cao Wei and quickly waved his hand, "What are you saying! How could I have anything against you? You’re one of the outstanding young people in the family!"

"Since you think I’m alright, then take it! We should interact more in the future; I feel we have a lot in common."

"Well... alright then!"

He still wanted to refuse.

But he was really reluctant to...

So, he gave up refusing and decided to accept it.

Seeing his agreement, a hint of excitement flashed in Cao Wei’s eyes.

When you accept a gift, you owe something in return!

Cao Wei understood this principle and knew that Housekeeper Cao surely understood it too, so he was bound to return the favor.

With this in mind, Cao Wei watched as Housekeeper Cao approached.

"Cao Wei, what I’m about to tell you, don’t share with anyone else, understand?"

Seeing his solemn expression, Cao Wei quickly assured him, "Housekeeper Cao, rest assured, I’m not someone who talks too much. I won’t tell anyone!"

With a slight nod, Housekeeper Cao calmly said, "After you left before, the Family Head and the two elders discussed a lot, and now they’ve come up with a plan. This plan seems very complicated, so you must listen carefully later."

"Did the Family Head and the elders mention anything related to me?"

Cao Wei asked anxiously...

Sensing Cao Wei’s nervousness, Housekeeper Cao gave him a deep look and softly said, "No!"

At this point, he paused slightly and continued, "Don’t keep scaring yourself; you are one of the strong young people in the family. In the future, you might have the opportunity to inherit the position of Family Head, so you must master the art of concealing your emotions, understand?"

"Housekeeper Cao is right!"

Cao Wei nodded awkwardly.

He knew he had really been too nervous earlier and revealed too much.

"Showing your thoughts openly in front of me is one thing, but in front of others, you must be careful. This could be used against you!"

"Yes!"

"Alright, I’ll head off now. You should quickly get ready and go to the Family Head, it’s not good to keep them waiting too long."

"Yes!"

...

"Mastering the art of concealing emotions really seems important. In the coming period, I really need to find a way to improve my strategy."

After he left, Cao Wei murmured to himself!

He knew that previously he had revealed all his thoughts on his face.

This was not good, so he knew it had to change.

"After giving him the gift, his attitude towards me really changed. It seems we should really interact more in the future."

As he changed his clothes, he muttered to himself.

He knew if he hadn’t given that expensive vase to him earlier, he surely wouldn’t have said so much to him.

"In the future, I need to continue catering to preferences!"

Murmuring this to himself, Cao Wei quickly walked out of the room.

Five minutes later, he was back in the main hall.

Glancing at the solemn expression of Cao Ying, he quickly knelt, "Family Head!"

Although he knew Cao Ying wouldn’t hold him responsible before, he was still a bit nervous because Cao Ying’s presence was terrifying.

Cao Ying looked at him indifferently and said, "Well, I’ve almost figured out what happened before. You did make some mistakes, but it’s not punishable by death, so I’ll talk to you about this later. Now, you lead the way, and let’s go meet Hu Xiaobei."

"Family Head, although Hu Xiaobei might have some skills, he’s really not worth your personal involvement."

Upon hearing Cao Ying’s words, Cao Wei paused for a second and quickly responded.

In his view, Cao Ying personally getting involved was a bit over the top.

Hu Xiaobei didn’t qualify for that.

"Hu Xiaobei’s strength is far more terrifying than you imagine! Besides, I’m not going to confront him head-on this time, but to discuss some matters with him."

"Discuss matters?"

Curiously questioning him, Cao Wei looked at him...

"That’s right! Discuss matters!"

Cao Ying smiled lightly and revealed the plan he had previously discussed with the two elders.

...

"Family Head, if we let him join, it would be like seeking an alliance with a tiger!"

After hearing their explanation, Cao Wei quickly spoke.

He had previously interacted with Hu Xiaobei.

As a result, he knew how formidable Hu Xiaobei was.

He felt it was a huge mistake for these people to choose to cooperate with him.

Upon hearing Cao Wei’s urgent words, they smiled and said, "Your worries are unnecessary. Who the tiger is remains to be seen!"

They had lived for many years, experienced numerous situations, and did not believe they would lose to a young person.

"But..."

"Alright, we’ve already decided. Just lead the way properly!"

"Yes!"

Realizing he couldn’t change their minds, he sighed silently and refrained from saying more.

...

"Hei, Xiaobai, you’ve gained so much weight since the last time!"

At the edge of the backyard bushes, Hu Xiaobei looked at them lazily basking in the sun...

Hu Xiaobei wasn’t joking.

They were indeed much fatter than before...

Upon hearing Hu Xiaobei’s words, they exchanged a glance and, feeling greatly wronged, softly said, "Master, it’s not entirely our fault. It’s just that there are too many girls visiting our village!"

"Right, too many!"