Reborn as a Fake Heiress Marrying the Tycoon novel Chapter 810

Chapter 810: Not Just Feeling Guilty

Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

With a sense of caution, Zhang Yao opened the door, only to find Aunt Cui standing there once again. However, her demeanor had changed drastically from her previous domineering attitude. Now, she was all smiles, holding an apple in her hand. It was the first time Zhang Yao had seen her with such a friendly facade, which was quite a novelty. “Aunt Cui, what brings you here again?” she asked.

Aunt Cui polished the apple on her sleeve, carefully hiding the slightly rotten part in her palm. She extended the apple towards Zhang Yao, saying, “Take this apple for your mother. Don’t be shy with Aunt Cui. By the way, Zhang Yao, how did you come to know the influential person from earlier?”

Zhang Yao did not accept the apple. She had already noticed that it was nearly spoiled. It was a sad truth that when people were poor and weak, they would seek help but could not afford to offer anything valuable in return. She had seen this scenario too many times. However, the main issue was not the spoiled apple, but the fact that Aunt Cui was a person of ill repute. Zhang Yao did not wish to associate with her more than necessary.

She declined politely, “No need, my mother can’t eat cold food. You can take it back. As for the influential person from earlier, I met her while working part-time. She came to ask me about a local remedy.”

Zhang Yao did not mention her job, nor was she worried about Aunt Cui overhearing anything from her earlier conversation. The apartment building was filled with people, and the noise was constant. From the chatter of children to the quarrels of adults, the scolding of an old woman nursing her sick husband, the boasting of men, the gossip of women, and the clatter of pots and pans, the cacophony was endless.

Even if Aunt Cui lived next door, it would be difficult for her to hear the conversation clearly. Moreover, if she had heard everything, there would be no need for her to come and ask. Instead, she would have already started plotting to snatch the good job offered by the influential person.

Aunt Cui, quick-witted as she was, took back the apple with a laugh and took a big bite. However, she did not leave. As she continued to eat, juice splattering from her mouth, she pressed on, “Zhang Yao, you seem to be evasive. Many of us have worked part-time there, but we’ve never seen any influential people coming to ask about local remedies. If you have some special connections, you should share them with your neighbors.”

She was not a fool. The people living there were either rich or influential, and every household had several maids and workers. If it was just for a local remedy, would it be worth it for the master of the house to make a personal visit?