Reborn as a landlord in Shanghai

Chapter 98 Brothers Break Up

Chapter 98 Brothers Break Up

"What? I know, I came over to take a look."

Mao Xiaoyu hung up the phone angrily.

With domestic matters settled, Mao Xiaoyu felt there was nothing more to do. She was just waiting for her passport and travel permit to Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan so she could take a trip to Hong Kong.

But then something went wrong at the real estate agency!

Moreover, this matter is not about the tenants, but rather an internal matter of the company itself.

The ordinary tenants, because they had the help of the real estate agency, not only got their money back but also had their accommodation arranged. In addition, they knew that the area was going to be demolished, so everyone politely gave up their rented houses.

With only a dozen or so tenants, Mao Xiaoyu and Guo Xiaoyan initially thought the matter would be very easy. However, after the tenants moved out, the remaining employees proved to be a problem.

In fact, only three of their own employees lived in Mao Xiaoyu's house: Liu Yong, Li Gang, and Gong Fei.

Li Gang and Gong Fei fared better. They heard that they were going to move out of the house, and since there was a place for them to live, and they didn't have much stuff, they moved out quickly.

But Liu Yong is in trouble.

Because Mao Xiaoyu only has 32 rental properties in total, some of which were already occupied by tenants, and recently some more tenants have moved in, leaving only three or four properties that are not yet rented out.

The three or four houses were either too close to the street and too noisy, or too small and without a toilet. As for other issues, there weren't any problems.

After all, the air conditioners, beds, quilts, TVs, washing machines, and other items salvaged from the demolished houses can all be used. They can be brought into these houses and everything will be provided.

But when Liu Yong was asked to look at these three or four houses and choose one to stay in, he was picky and complained that one was no good. He refused to go and just stayed in the demolition house.

Ultimately, having no other option, Guo Xiaoyan stepped in. She originally intended to force him to leave, but Liu Yong became defiant, saying how close he was to Mao Xiaoyu, how he had lived there for so long and had developed an attachment to the house. She said that if he wanted her to move out, he could, but he would only ask for some compensation for emotional distress.

Hearing this request, Guo Xiaoyan found it really funny. She had never heard of developing feelings for someone while renting a house, let alone someone who hadn't paid any money.

Moreover, the other party had the nerve to mention Mao Xiaoyu. She was living in her brother's house and still wanted her brother to pay her. How could she have the nerve to do such a thing?

In the end, Guo Xiaoyan got tired of talking to Liu Yong and called Mao Xiaoyu directly, briefly mentioning the matter and asking Mao Xiaoyu what to do.

To be honest, Mao Xiaoyu was quite bewildered after receiving Guo Xiaoyan's call and hearing about Liu Yong's situation.

Of all the people in the world, I've never seen anyone so shameless, offering their own house to someone else out of kindness.

It's one thing for the other person to live there without feeling guilty, but after living there for a long time, when I ask them to move out, they still dare to say they've developed feelings for the place and ask for money.

How dare they ask for money?

This also made Mao Xiaoyu realize that it seemed she had to make a clean break with this so-called brother.

After all, my assets have been adjusted. Although I wouldn't say it was done in a completely lawful way, there's nothing to check on the surface. Even if someone checks secretly, it's just a minor issue and won't cause any big trouble.

If no one has any leverage over you, then what is there to be afraid of?

That's why Mao Xiaoyu said she was going to go and talk to Liu Yong again. If Liu Yong really didn't acknowledge their brotherhood, then Mao Xiaoyu had nothing to say. At that point, they would cut ties and leave.

Since she had nothing to do these past few days, Mao Xiaoyu stayed at home and spent her days studying stocks on the computer.

This also meant that Mao Xiaoyu's place was not too far from Liu Yong's place.

It's just a short walk of about ten minutes.

Therefore, after hanging up with Guo Xiaoyan, Mao Xiaoyu went straight out of her house and spent more than ten minutes getting to the house where Liu Yong lived.

Mao Xiaoyu arrived at the house where Liu Yong lived and saw Guo Xiaoyan waiting for her with an employee. Mao Xiaoyu went up and greeted her.

After confirming the situation, she asked the two to wait outside while Mao Xiaoyu went into the house alone.

The door opened, and Liu Yong was seen skipping work and watching TV in the living room.

Liu Yong glanced sideways at Mao Xiaoyu, a strange smile playing on his lips. He didn't stand up to greet the guest, but instead remained glued to the television.

Mao Xiaoyu didn't say anything, and simply sat quietly in the living room, watching TV with Liu Yong.

Time passed little by little until the last episode of TV was finished.

Mao Xiaoyu then said quietly, "Liu Yong, is there any point in doing this?"

"I don't understand what you mean. What do you mean by 'meaningful' or 'meaningless'?" Liu Yong asked, feigning confusion.

"We're brothers, let's not play dumb. Since Ji Fei and Li Gang have both moved out, you should move out too. I need to hand over my new place, I don't have time to dawdle," Mao Xiaoyu said.

"Ji Fei and Li Gang moved because they had better places to go, but what kind of place was assigned to me? Is this a place for a human to live in?" Li Yong said angrily.

"Other families of three can live together for ten or twenty years and it's fine, so why can't you live alone? Besides, there's air conditioning, there's a washing machine, there's a bed, there's nothing there except a toilet. What else do you think the house needs? And the toilet isn't far away, what's wrong with going to the toilet just a couple of steps away? You're not a girl, you don't have to be so fussy," Mao Xiaoyu said, still trying to finish her sentence.

"Others are others, and I am me. I don't care if others are used to it or not. I don't like living in that kind of house. I like the house I live in now. Besides, I've lived here for so long and I'm so attached to it. So I can't bear to move away." Liu Yong started acting like a rogue.

"But these houses are going to be demolished. Even if you're reluctant, they'll have to push it down when the time comes. So even if you're reluctant, you'll still have to leave. How about this: if you don't like the houses I arranged, you can rent somewhere else. I'll pay half the rent. What do you think?" Mao Xiaoyu made another concession.

"I'm poor. I can't even afford half the rent. Unlike you, Boss Mao, who only spends a few hundred dollars. How about this: rent me a better place and waive the rent. That way, I can move," Liu Yong said.

"Okay, I'll arrange for someone to find you a place. Once we find one you like, you can move in. How about that?"

Mao Xiaoyu took a deep breath, suppressing her anger, and for the sake of that little bit of affection in her heart, she finally reluctantly said...

"You don't need to look for a place, I've already found one. It's 3000 a month, 36,000 a year, payable annually, plus a 3000 deposit, so it's 39,000. They're waiting for me to bring the money over there, so just give me the money and I'll use it to pay the rent," Liu Yong said to Mao Xiaoyu earnestly.

"Liu Yong, are you kidding me? How much do you earn a month? Why are you renting such a nice place? 3000 yuan per square meter, that's a really nice place!" Mao Xiaoyu's voice suddenly became louder.

"Hey, you think 3000 yuan is too much? You make tens of millions or even 30 million yuan from demolition compensation, how come you don't think it's too much? I only used 3000 yuan of your money, and you're still upset about it? Is this what you call a brother?" Liu Yong said, even more angrily than Mao Xiaoyu.

Seeing Liu Yong's shameless face, Mao Xiaoyu felt really exhausted.

The money I earn is my own, what does it have to do with you, Liu Yong? Why should I earn money for you to use?

Moreover, Mao Xiaoyu knew that this kind of person was impossible to appease. She might have given him 39000 yuan to get rid of him now, but in a few days, he might cause other trouble, and she would have to spend money to get rid of him again.

In the end, such a person will only become a bottomless pit, constantly sucking blood from himself.

Thinking of this, Mao Xiaoyu took a deep breath.

Knowing that if he continued talking, he might really break off his friendship with Liu Yong.

However, Mao Xiaoyu herself also had her own decision.

"Liu Yong, do you really want things to go through this? Don't forget, we've been brothers for over ten years. Are you really willing to let things turn out like this?" Mao Xiaoyu probed one last time.

Upon hearing Mao Xiaoyu's words, Liu Yong's face turned pale and then red. Finally, he gritted his teeth and said, "Pay up. I'll move out as long as you pay."

Mao Xiaoyu stared blankly at Liu Yong for a couple of seconds, then finally stood up and said with a mocking expression, "Pay my ass, Liu Yong, you've got a big face. 4 yuan a year? Did you get your head stuck in a door? You're really overthinking it. I'm just saying this now."

You have one day to get out of my house—and don't go to the real estate agency either, you're not fit to work for me—I'll have Guo Xiaoyan calculate your salary, and you'll get it today—.

Our temple is too small for us to worship such a great Buddha as you. — Where did you come from? Where are you going? — I'll reimburse you for your travel expenses. — I'll have Guo Xiaoyan give you an extra 500 yuan; this is my last token of my appreciation to you.

From now on, you walk your narrow bridge, and I'll walk my sunny path—let's avoid each other; we can't afford to. Also, don't ruin my reputation when you get back—or I'll show you what I'm capable of.

Upon hearing Mao Xiaoyu's blunt words, Liu Yong's face turned pale and then red, and the look in his eyes when he looked at Mao Xiaoyu was vicious and unfamiliar.

This made Mao Xiaoyu feel like she had done the right thing. Keeping someone like this around was like having a snake around. You might not feel anything usually, but it could bite you at any time. So the best thing to do with someone like this is either to get rid of them or to kill them.

"Mao Xiaoyu, do you believe I'll petition and sue you? Tell me, are the things you did legal?" Liu Yong said viciously.

"Whether something is legal or not is not up to you to decide, but is determined by the law. As for what I did, whether it was legal or not, I have already consulted with relevant parties, and everything was done in accordance with the contract; there was nothing illegal about it."

"So if you want to petition and sue me, go ahead. But there's one thing I need to tell you: if you sue me, I'll sue you back for defamation. After all, spending so much money on private lawyers every year is useless; I might as well use it on you." Mao Xiaoyu said disdainfully.

"You—" Liu Yong stood up, pointing his finger at Mao Xiaoyu's nose, momentarily at a loss for words.

"Stop pointing fingers and gossiping. Do you have any morals? I treat you like a brother, but you don't treat me like one. Since that's how it is, then forget it. I can't afford to have a brother like you. That's all I'm saying. Pack your things today, and if you don't leave by tomorrow, I'll call the police."

"After all, you don't have a lease agreement. If the police come, you'll be considered to have illegally occupied the property. In the end, you'll not only be taken to the station, but they'll also put a record on you, which will affect your descendants." Mao Xiaoyu said bluntly and ruthlessly.

"Mao Xiaoyu, don't push your luck." Liu Yong was like an enraged leopard, his hair practically bristling.

Mao Xiaoyu looked at Liu Yong calmly and said, "Whether you bullied me or I bullied you, let's all be honest. You came here with Ji Fei and Li Gang, and they both work diligently. Why aren't they like you?"

You're just overambitious, always seeing mountains higher than the next and wanting to climb them, but you don't even consider whether you have the ability. Alright, I'm too lazy to argue with you anymore. I've already told you what happened, that's it. If you don't leave, the police will take you away.

After saying this, Mao Xiaoyu didn't bother with Liu Yong anymore, stood up, and left.

When they got outside, they saw that Guo Xiaoyan and another employee were still there.

Mao Xiaoyu didn't say anything and simply closed the door.

Then I heard the sound of things being smashed and broken inside the house.

"Let's go, let's talk about it downstairs."

Mao Xiaoyu spoke to the two people behind her as she walked ahead.

"Settle Liu Yong's wages later. He won't need to come to work anymore. Give him an extra 500 yuan as compensation for his travel expenses. As for the house, come again tomorrow and tell him to get lost. If he still doesn't leave, call the police and report that someone has illegally entered a private residence."

Remember, once Liu Yong moves out and there are no more tenants in the demolished house, just cut off the water and electricity, and pay the water and electricity bills. As for the usable parts that can be demolished, use them in our other houses; as for the unusable parts, just sell them.

"Remember, write down all these things, and calculate how much it costs later. Let me know when you're done, and I'll settle the bill with you." Mao Xiaoyu said to Guo Xiaoyan as they walked.

"Understood, Mr. Mao," Guo Xiaoyan replied immediately.

"In that case, you two go back to the agency, I'll head back." Seeing that they had come downstairs, Mao Xiaoyu stopped and said to the two of them.

After the three parted ways, Mao Xiaoyu returned to her house.