"Alright, brother-in-law," Lin Zhan said to the excited young Taoist, "Calm down. Did you collect all our debts?"
The young Taoist nodded. "Yes, brother, we collected everything. Equivalent to 530 million Lord-class crystal cores worth of supplies. We gave 20 million to Ancestor Han Xin, 20 million to Father, 30 million to Uncle Hu's armory, and 10 million to the brothers. We still have 450 million left."
"Oh, and the resources taken by Great-Granduncle haven't been fully sorted yet, but it's estimated to be no less than 100 million, mostly metal and medical supplies."
Lin Zhan smacked his lips. "Where did the extra 50-odd million come from? Who went out doing business again?"
Zhang Haoming shook his head. "That was Great Britain's bonus for Ancestor Yu. Ancestor Yu didn't keep any of it and gave it all to us."
Lin Zhan pondered for a moment, then said to the young Taoist, "Prepare 20 million worth of resources for my maternal grandfather. This new legion will be led by him and Marshal Jiang Zhongtian. Have Father drink and cause trouble, then act like he's in big trouble."
"Then, prepare another 50 million for Uncle Hu to expand the armory, aiming for an annual production of at least 80 million sets of military equipment."
"We have 380 million left. Set aside 180 million primarily for the production of military weapons and the research of new weapon types. Your grandfather's new legion, along with the funds from the Caesar family, should be sufficient."
"The remaining 200 million, prepare it all for me. I need it. After Great-Granduncle's supplies return, we'll keep the crystal cores. The metal resources will go to the armory, and the medical supplies will go to the An family. Also, send a warning to the An family that within 10 months, they must prepare rescue supplies for 50 million people and 300 million first-aid kits. If they make any mistakes, no one will be able to save them."
Zhang Haoming wrote down all of Lin Zhan's instructions. "Understood. Here are two storage bags, each containing about 100 million worth of supplies. I'll go handle this now."
With that, Zhang Haoming hurried out on his short legs.
Lin Zhan waved his hand at Lin Yi. "Discreetly spread the news that I'm crippled and senile. Also, have Great-Uncle and Third Uncle strictly guard against spies from various special zones. Increase reconnaissance on the Indian-3 special zone. And keep a close eye on the young masters of the other special zones in Gaowu. I want to know all their movements every day."
"Yes, young master. Don't worry," Lin Yi nodded and went to make arrangements.
Zhang Lingxiu, having woken up and tidied herself, came out and sat directly in Lin Zhan's lap, holding him tightly.
"Husband, I'm really afraid this is a dream, and you'll turn back into that state when you wake up."
Lin Zhan comforted Zhang Lingxiu. "Don't worry, my dear. It won't happen again. If I have any extreme behavior in the future, I'll tell you in advance. Besides, think about how interesting this experience is, right?"
"Interesting? Then I'll turn you into an idiot again and let you keep being interesting." Before Lin Zhan could finish, Lin Shanhe's roar came from outside the door.
Lin Shanhe, with his head wrapped in bandages and one arm in a sling, followed by Zhang Zhen, who winced with every step while leaning on a crutch, walked furiously towards Lin Zhan.
"Lin Shanhe, I'm telling you, if you dare lay a hand on my son, I'll break three of your legs." Ouyang Xinlan and An Rongrong entered with a group of women.
Lin Zhan looked at the miserable state of the two fathers and burst into laughter, gloating. "Isn't it like mountains are mountains and rivers are rivers, but touching my dad is like bumping into one? And as for someone who's ruthless and speaks little, that's my Uncle Zhen."
"You scoundrel! Ow, it hurts so much." Lin Shanhe and Zhang Zhen, who were about to get angry, were each slapped by their respective wives.
"How dare you speak to my son like that?"
"How dare you speak to my son-in-law like that? You made a mistake and you still dare to yell at the child. Do you not want to be well?" An Rongrong and Ouyang Xinlan shouted.
Zhang Lingxiu looked at the pitiful Zhang Zhen and said softly, "Dad, are you in a lot of pain with such severe injuries?"
Hearing his daughter's concern, Zhang Zhen said emotionally, "It's still my daughter who cares about me. Daughter, your mother hit me, and it really hurts, Dad."
Zhang Lingxiu let out a sigh of relief, looking reassured. "Ah, then I'm relieved. If it hurts, it means it's real. My husband is truly better."
Zhang Zhen was stunned. Lin Shanhe, grinning, said, "Hahaha, elder brother, your little cotton jacket is leaking. See? Xiu'er's eyes are full of that scoundrel of our family. Look how well-matched they are."
"You two little bastards, you cause trouble like this and still have the nerve to laugh." Lin Wu Fa entered with the little bun and Lin Xiang, his face full of anger as he looked at Zhang Zhen and Lin Shanhe.
Upon seeing them, Zhang Zhen and Lin Shanhe flinched, like mice seeing a cat. "Great-Uncle, Uncle Xiang, why have you two come?"
The little bun jumped from Lin Wu Fa's arms and ran into Lin Zhan's embrace. "Brother, I've found Great-Granduncle and Uncle Xiang. If Father and Grandpa Zhen don't listen, let Great-Granduncle and Uncle Xiang spank them until they're down. Then they can't bully you and Xiao Ming anymore."
Lin Shanhe looked at his beloved daughter, on the verge of tears. "Wait, what's this Xiao Ming?"
"Hahaha, brother, you're laughing at me? Your cotton jacket isn't leaking," Zhang Zhen gritted his teeth, taking revenge for the earlier jab.
Lin Wu Fa, with a dark expression, said to Zhang Zhen and Lin Shanhe, "You two dogs have gotten brave, haven't you? You dare get involved with those two little girls from the Qian family in the military camp? I'm telling you both, in the future, the entire Lin family will be run by Zhan'er and Xiu'er. Ya'er and Haoming can use the Lin family's resources. No one else matters. Don't you dare bring any extraneous people back from outside. If there's another time, I'll have Thirteen personally kill those two little vixen."
Lin Wu Fa then turned to Lin Zhan. "Zhan'er, do you think this is said correctly?"
Lin Zhan quickly stood up and gave a thumbs-up. "Great-Uncle, you're amazing. Your acting is top-notch."
Lin Zhan then turned to Lin Yi. "Sell this news at a high price to American spies. Also, tell Great-Uncle, kill three, leave one."
Zhang Zhen and Lin Shanhe were stunned by the situation. They then roared at Lin Zhan, "You ungrateful brat, you're even scheming against me this time?"