Seeing her mother pacing, Gu Fei asked, "What's wrong? Is there no place to cook?"
Mrs. Chen sighed. "There aren't enough stoves. I was thinking this isn't a long-term solution. A day or two is fine, but sharing a kitchen and a courtyard... everyone's bound to get on each other's nerves. I think it's only a matter of time before trouble starts."
Gu Fei nodded. "Don't worry, Mother. Tomorrow, have Father ask Liu Zhuangtou if there are any houses for rent nearby. We can rent a place to live in for now."
Gu Zhang, who was standing nearby, said, "Let's not wait for tomorrow. I'll go ask right now. It's not like there's any food to eat anyway."
Gu Fei thought for a moment. "Father, while you're at it, could you also ask if there's any land for sale around here?"
Gu Zhang nodded. "Alright, I'll ask about both."
Gu Fei brought out a piece of cured meat and a packet of brown sugar. "Father, take these with you."
Mrs. Chen smiled. "Little Fei is growing up."
