80s Wife is Sweet and Sassy - Chapter 557

80s Wife is Sweet and Sassy 
Chapter 557 – A bet is a bet (2) 

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The women were still half-doubting, but since Chu Qiao had named the store, it was clear she wasn’t making it up. 

The sweater really cost 168 yuan.

“Tsk, I don’t even make 168 yuan a month. Xiao Chu, you must be doing really well if you spend more than a month’s income on a single sweater.”, One woman expressed envy.

“Section Chief Gu recently got sixty thousand yuan. That’s enough for Xiao Chu to buy hundreds of sweaters.” 

Another woman added, her tone dripping with sourness.

Chu Qiao wasn’t bothered. 

Let them be jealous, their envy was a testament to her better life. 

If she was struggling, they would not pity her and would most likely kick her while she was down.  

People often resent those who have more and mock those who have less. 

That was the way of the world.  

“Actually, it’s even more than that. My husband just sold ten machine tools, and his commission alone is substantial. He said the clothes I used to buy were too cheap and embarrassing for him. I agreed, so I specifically bought two expensive ones. I’m sure he’ll be delighted when he comes home from work.”  

Chu Qiao spoke cheerfully, her mood lifting even further as she watched the women’s expressions darken. 

While it was typically advised not to flaunt one’s wealth, everyone in the factory already knew about Gu Ye’s sales. 

There was no need to be modest, so why not let everyone see just how freely she could spend?  

“Yeah, Section Chief Gu is truly capable. What he earns in a month is more than what my husband makes in ten years.”  

“Xiao Chu is so fortunate. She doesn’t even have to work, yet she spends money like water, buying whatever she wants.”  

The air was thick with envy, but to Chu Qiao, it felt sweet. 

Her mood improved even more as she suddenly remembered something she had nearly forgotten.  

“I also feel that I am pretty lucky. My husband gives all of his earnings to me, he doesn’t spend anything on himself. I can spend it however I like. Oh, by the way, you haven’t forgotten about our bet, have you?” 

Chu Qiao smiled even more sweetly as she reminded the women.  

These faces looked familiar, she had just remembered the bet they made last month. 

If Gu Ye sold the machine tools within three months, they would each owe her ten yuan. Otherwise, she would owe each of them ten yuan.  

Xuan Hongxia had previously mentioned it to her and even promised to assist in collecting the money, but Chu Qiao had forgotten once more.

Today was the perfect time to settle accounts. She could use the money to treat herself to something nice.

The women’s faces instantly turned grim. 

In fact, after discovering that Gu Ye had sold 10 machine tools, they had a secret discussion, concerned that Chu Qiao would come and collect their bet.

But when many days went by with no mention of it, they relaxed, assuming Chu Qiao had either forgotten or didn’t care about the ten yuan.

To their amazement, she had not forgotten and was now demanding payment. 

Ten yuan! That was enough to buy more than ten pounds of meat. How could they bear to part with it?  

“Xiao Chu, that was merely a joke. You’re not really taking it seriously, are you?” One of them said awkwardly.  

Chu Qiao’s smile faded, and she replied sternly, 

“How could that be a joke? We made it perfectly clear at the time, if my husband sold the machine tools within three months, each of you would give me ten yuan. Otherwise, I would give each of you ten yuan. I even already prepared the money, but who knew my husband would be so capable and manage it in just one month? I remember there were five of you who made the bet with me, you four are here, and I’ll check upstairs for the other one later. Come on, a bet is a bet, we must keep our word!”  

She extended her fair, delicate hand, smiling brightly as she looked at them. 

Fifty yuan was nothing to scoff at, it would cover a lavish dinner for tonight.  

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