Chapter 1223: The Crooked Strategy It wasn't just Xiao Ying and Hong Yu who came—Zhao Feiyan arrived as well, and even Dan Dan called in Liu Tingting. Now, Lu Yun looked at his entire team of wives, all sharp and efficient, and felt truly delighted. He quickly waved at Xiao Ying and the others, who were still stunned, saying, "Don't just stand there—come on, get busy with the business! We'll never catch up on the money we're making." Shi Yu laughed out loud at Lu Yun's words. Though Xiao Ying and the others didn't quite understand what was going on, seeing Shi Yu also getting involved, they exchanged glances and hurriedly moved into the counter area. Xiao Ying and the others had often helped at Liu Guo's small convenience store, so once inside, they were familiar with their duties and smoothly sold a variety of student supplies and snacks. Gradually, fewer students visited the convenience store. Those who had been trying to coast by, learning that Lu Yun had become the store's owner, now settled down and could only manage to take advantage of the time when there were many students—gently brushing off the girls' attentions. As the student numbers dwindled, one by one, they began to leave as well. Dan Dan was taken aback and quickly shook her head, saying, "Cloud brother, I don't need your money. After all, how much do we really make at our small grocery store each day?" "Ha, you've even mentioned us, haven't you? Since it's ours, I'll give you some money to buy some nutritious products—won't that be a bit excessive? And please know, this money isn't for you—it's specifically for my future mother-in-law's health." As Land Yun spoke, he gently pressed his mouth right against Dan Dan's ear, his hair carrying a delicate fragrance. Land Yun couldn't help but deeply inhale the scent. Upon hearing Land Yun's words, Dan Dan blushed furiously and stammered, "Then I can't accept it either. My auntie isn't particularly well-off either. You should give it to her instead." "I can already take over this small grocery store—my auntie will certainly have no shortage of funds. That's settled then. Twenty yuan a day, you see? Think about your own health—your body has been working hard these days. You should definitely buy some nutritious food and take good care of yourself. If we keep going like this, "Li Yun teased, "Alright, I'll head back to class now." "Dan Dan..." Dan Dan turned and called out. "That's settled," Li Yun smiled comfortably. "To be my woman, you'll just have to be attentive." After giving a polite greeting to Xiao Ying, he took Xiao Yu, Shi Yu, and Fei Yan back to the classroom. There is an intangible thing called dignity. If Lu Yun simply pulled out a few tens of thousands of yuan and could immediately lift Dan Dan’s family out of hardship, Dan Dan would still refuse. Though their lives were tough, Dan Dan, ever since childhood, had always reminded herself in her heart that she must rely on her own hands to improve her family’s circumstances. Even after their relationship had been firmly established, by nature, she would never accept money from Lu Yun without making a request. To avoid making Dan Dan uncomfortable, Lu Yun devised this solution, thereby also conveying to her that his wife would never go without work—she must earn her own living. Working at the convenience store, naturally, became one of the best ways to achieve that. Yet, the small convenience store's income is limited, so Lu Yun can currently only pay salaries to Dan Dan and Ting Ting. As for Xiao Ying and the others, whose families have more comfortable living conditions, they're unlikely to mind these expenses—much less the modest twenty yuan per day that Shi Yu, the daughter of a wealthy family, would consider. "Hey, life is getting more delicious by the day!" Lu Yun felt energized—what could be more exhilarating than earning money and being surrounded by so many girls he truly likes? Back in the classroom, for the entire duration of the lesson, Lu Yun was completely immersed in the grand vision he had crafted, barely listening to what the teacher was saying. That way, at least Shi Yu wouldn't have to sacrifice her studies. His least favorite class of the morning was the one taught by the crooked, grilled chicken—ever since the crooked grilled chicken entered the classroom, Lu Yun had a growing sense of unease spreading through him. Hmm. Was this old, featherless chicken going to bring bad luck to him? Lu Yun’s intuition has always been spot-on, and this time was no exception. As Lu Yun was beginning to feel uncertain, Wei-Neck Chicken’s voice cut in, directly addressing him: “Lu Yun, over the past few weeks, I’ve noticed you’ve significantly reduced your off-task behaviors during class—now you’re no longer distracting your classmates. To prepare for the upcoming mid-term exam, I’m going to adjust your seat again.” Insert! Lu Yun silently sighed, feeling uneasy. He and Shi Yu had just stabilized their relationship—now this seat adjustment? What in the world is going on with you, Old Wei-Neck Chicken? “Wang Min, switch seats with Lu Yun.” Wei-Neck Chicken’s voice came again. Wang Min? Oh my goodness! Isn’t Wang Min the very person sitting next to Wang Da-Pao—the solid, dependable guy? To be paired with that slow-witted colleague of Wang Da-Pao’s? You’ve got to be kidding me—what’s the plot you’re pulling here, old guy?