Just then, Er Zhu returned home and saw the half-open door, knowing something was amiss.
A flash of light in his eyes revealed the sobbing Li old lady and Li Li with a greedy expression.
Er Zhu curled his lips and strode into the house.
He'd been too busy lately and had forgotten about this scoundrel!
"Er Zhu, you're here! I want all of this!"
Li Li, who was about to enter the house, suddenly saw Er Zhu. He arrogantly pointed to the valuable belongings, his entitled demeanor making Li Mei wish she could disappear into a crack in the earth!
Li old lady wiped away her tears, gave an embarrassed smile, and slowly stood up.
Kneeling to her daughter was already humiliating; she couldn't let Er Zhu know about this.
"Li Li, I've met shameless people before, but never anyone as shameless as you!"
Er Zhu didn't even glance at Li Li. His eyes were fixed forward, his gaze icy cold!
"What are you talking about? Is my sister, such a beautiful flower, meant to be slept with for free?"
"I'm telling you, Er Zhu, you owe me your whole life!"
Li Li frowned, shouting at Er Zhu with brazen audacity, as if there were something illicit between Er Zhu and Li Mei.
*Boom!*
Without further words, Er Zhu threw a punch. Li Li didn't react and fell to the ground.
Er Zhu's face was expressionless, but a cold glint flashed in his eyes!
Li Li's words echoed in his ears, and Er Zhu's anger simmered.
How could he say such shameless things? This guy didn't deserve to be called human!
Li Mei stood aside, filled with shame and fury, trembling with anger!
Those words were too insulting!
Li old lady stood by, hunched over. She knew Li Li's words were excessive, but he was her son!
"Ouch, Er Zhu, you just wait!"
A pained cry came from the ground. Before Li Li could get up, Er Zhu punched him again!
Instantly, Li Li's left cheek swelled visibly. He almost fainted from the pain!
"Try insulting Sister Mei again!"
Er Zhu pointed at Li Li, who was writhing on the ground, and roared.
Li Li looked at Er Zhu's icy eyes, flinched, and a flicker of fear crossed his face.
He had forgotten; Er Zhu was a martial artist!
Even Brother Biao from town recognized him as an elder brother. He couldn't afford to offend such a person!
Thinking this, Li Li endured the intense pain and slowly sat up.
"I'm sorry, I won't say it again. I don't want anything anymore. It's all yours!"
Li Li covered his swollen face, shaking his head frantically and begging for mercy, a stark contrast to his arrogant demeanor just moments before.
"Er Zhu, Xiao Li has apologized, so don't hold it against him."
Seeing Er Zhu truly angered, Li old lady hurried over and pulled Li Li up, plastering a smile on her face.
Although Er Zhu was furious with Li Li, he was good to the old woman. Moreover, if he dared to lay a hand on them, she and Xiao Li would be taken care of for the rest of their lives.
Er Zhu glanced at Li old lady, naturally understanding her intentions. He quietly lowered his hand and looked at Li Mei with concern.
Sister Mei, truly a woman who evokes pity.
"Li Li, I'll say this one last time: Er Zhu and I are innocent. If you dare to speak nonsense again, don't blame me for tearing your mouth apart!"
Just as Li old lady was about to help Li Li into the house, Li Mei, uncharacteristically, stopped him.
"Sister, I know I was wrong. I was talking nonsense. I promise I won't say it again."
Looking at Li Mei's angry eyes and enduring the pain, Li Li repeatedly begged for forgiveness.
Money was important, but life was more important!
Hearing Li Li's words, Li Mei stepped aside, making way for them.
Watching Li Mei's dejected back, Er Zhu took her hand and led her into the house.
"Er Zhu, for A Mei's sake, help Xiao Li too."
As soon as Er Zhu entered, Li old lady impatiently stated her purpose.
"Mother, Er Zhu is not related to us. He has no reason to help Xiao Li. Don't make things difficult for Er Zhu!"
Before Er Zhu could speak, Li Mei preempted him and refused.
After what had just happened, Li Mei had decided; such a brother was not worth keeping!
"Sister, what are you saying? Even if there's nothing between you and him, surely the kindness of so many years isn't fake."
"If it weren't for you, Er Zhu would have died long ago. How could he be so successful today!"
Li old lady, unable to find the right words, was pushed aside by Li Li, who snatched the conversation.
Li Mei frowned. She opened her mouth several times to retort but ultimately said nothing.
"Xiao Li is right. Gratitude is paramount. I will help!"
Seeing Li Mei's dilemma, Er Zhu stepped forward and spoke slowly.
Getting rich was simple for him!
Li Mei was stunned and was about to advise Er Zhu when he raised his hand to stop her.
"There's a wild bee on the mountain behind your village with high medicinal value. If you raise bees, you'll definitely make a lot of money!"
"We'll be building a traditional Chinese medicine factory here soon. You can sell your honey to us then."
Seeing Li Li about to speak, Er Zhu continued.
Li Li's eyes darted. Although he had some doubts, remembering Da Shanzi's words, he said nothing.
Er Zhu's current comfortable life was proof enough. This must not be a lie!
"Okay, but you have to teach me. Those wild bees sting."
After much thought, Li Li finally agreed, but he had a condition.
"Yes, you don't need to worry about that."
Er Zhu nodded slightly and looked towards Lijiazhuang village thoughtfully.
They acted immediately. The next day, Er Zhu and Li Li went to the back mountain of Lijiazhuang village and captured many wild bees.
Beekeeping techniques were simple. Within half a day, Li Li had basically mastered them. However, the wild bees were too fierce. No matter how careful he was, his face was covered in stings.
Seeing her son's swollen face, Li old lady felt immense sympathy, but bee stings were their nature; there was nothing anyone could do.
"Er Zhu, save me! I'm dying!"
Li Li clumsily held the beehive, groaning in pain as he looked at the dense swarm of wild bees.
Li Mei stood by, covering her mouth and suppressing a chuckle, feeling incredibly pleased.
Her brother was truly an idiot!
"There's no cure for this. You'll have to endure it for now."
Er Zhu cleared his throat, unable to resist a slight upward curve of his lips.
Actually, he did have a way to relieve the pain, but he didn't want to, and he wouldn't tell him.
He thought it was fine for him to be stung by bees like this.
"I'm not raising them anymore! I want to plant medicinal herbs too! I want to plant cherries!"
Not long after, Li Li couldn't bear it anymore. He angrily pushed the beehive away and shouted.