Chen Lao frowned, looking at Er Zhu and then at the burly Qian Fugui.
Uncle Liu and Qian Fugui both looked at Chen Lao nervously, as if two people in a lawsuit were awaiting the verdict.
Er Zhu, however, remained calm. He gently patted Uncle Liu's shoulder to comfort him.
"Brother Qian, your village is the wealthiest in the entire town. Building greenhouses shouldn't cost much. You should handle your own affairs!"
After a moment's thought, Chen Lao looked at Qian Fugui and replied.
Qian Fugui's face instantly turned green. He wanted to argue but didn't know what to say.
For the first time, he felt that being the richest in town wasn't necessarily a good thing!
"Er Zhu has a kindness towards me, so no matter what, I will help him!"
Seeing Qian Fugui about to speak, Chen Lao cleared his throat and added.
As soon as Chen Lao finished speaking, disbelief filled Qian Fugui's eyes!
Er Zhu owed him a kindness!
Therefore, his plan was destined to fail!
Qian Fugui's face changed from green to white, then from white to black. His eyes fixed on Er Zhu.
A hint of regret and shock flashed in Liu Changfa's eyes, but he said nothing.
As the town mayor, he had to be fair and impartial. He certainly couldn't favor one over the other.
Besides, thinking about it carefully, it made sense. Lin Yuan Village was well-off, and integrated greenhouses wouldn't be a problem for them.
"Fugui, you'll have to cover the costs yourself. I have other matters to attend to. You can all leave now."
Before Qian Fugui could retort, Liu Changfa waved his hand impatiently and walked into the house with Chen Lao.
Watching the backs of Liu Changfa and Chen Lao, a trace of anger flickered in Qian Fugui's eyes!
It was all because of Er Zhu!
This fellow not only wanted to surpass his achievements but also steal his investment!
He would never let him off!
Qian Fugui glared fiercely at Er Zhu before turning to leave. Seeing Qian Fugui leave, the others also hurried away. Although Shiliu Village was strong, it was still far behind Lin Yuan Village.
Therefore, they still followed Qian Fugui's lead.
"Uncle Liu, let's head back too."
Er Zhu didn't even glance at Qian Fugui and the others. He helped Uncle Liu towards the luxury car.
With the road construction matter settled, Uncle Liu was as happy as a child. They chatted and laughed merrily all the way.
After dropping Uncle Liu home, Er Zhu headed towards his own house. As he turned the corner, he saw Liu Yan standing by his gate from a distance, looking very anxious.
"Liu Yan, are you waiting for me?"
As soon as the car stopped, Er Zhu leaned out the window and asked.
"Er Zhu, you're finally back! Hurry and come with me to town, something's happened at the fruit store!"
Seeing Er Zhu, Liu Yan quickly got into the car, urging him.
A flicker of confusion crossed Er Zhu's eyes, but seeing Liu Yan's anxious expression, he had no choice but to start the car again.
On the way, Er Zhu learned what had happened from Liu Yan.
It turned out there was a problem with the fruit store's rental. Liu Yan had already rented a shop, but the landlord had gone back on his word after someone offered a higher price.
This in itself wasn't a huge issue, but the landlord not only refused to return the deposit but also injured all the staff at Liu Yan's store!
Liu Yan was truly at her wit's end and had come to seek his help.
"Er Zhu, that landlord is difficult to deal with, be careful."
As the car stopped, Liu Yan suddenly thought of something and quickly reminded him.
Perhaps due to her haste, Liu Yan grabbed Er Zhu's hand. The warmth transmitted felt like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring ripples!
"Mhm, I understand."
Er Zhu was also taken aback. He nodded slightly and quickly withdrew his hand.
Seeing Er Zhu so calm, a hint of disappointment flashed in Liu Yan's eyes. She shook her head and smiled bitterly.
Perhaps she had never truly entered Er Zhu's heart, and thus, their deep affection was destined for a shallow fate!
Just as Liu Yan was feeling dejected, she suddenly remembered the fierce landlord. She quickly collected herself and got out of the car.
Now was not the time for romantic musings; the fruit store situation was more important!
As Liu Yan stepped out of the car, she was stunned by what she saw.
Five or six burly bodyguards stood in a line, and in front of them was a man whose eyebrows seemed almost connected.
He was the shop landlord, Ge Qiang!
And the martial artist who had knocked down her four or five employees with one punch!
"Liu Yan, this shop is already mine. What else do you want?"
The man who was in the middle of renovating the shop immediately put down his work upon seeing Liu Yan and impatiently waved his hand, trying to drive her away.
"I don't want this shop anymore. I'm here today to get my deposit back!"
Liu Yan glanced at the man from the corner of her eye, uttered these words, and then walked towards Ge Qiang.
Ge Qiang seemed to have anticipated Liu Yan's arrival. He sat calmly in his chair, his eyes unwavering.
"Liu Yan, I'm not returning that money. What are you going to do about it?"
Seeing Liu Yan's furious expression, Ge Qiang crossed his legs, acting like a stubborn pig unafraid of boiling water, and taunted.
"I'm giving you one chance to return it now."
Before Liu Yan could speak, Er Zhu stepped in front of her and said slowly.
"Hahaha, Liu Yan, you... you actually found such a scrawny monkey!"
Following the sound, Ge Qiang finally saw Er Zhu standing with his hands behind his back. Seeing Er Zhu, he felt no fear; instead, he found it utterly ridiculous!
This skinny monkey, any one of the bodyguards behind him could easily defeat him!
He had prepared because he heard Liu Yan was seeking help, but he never expected the helper to be so weak!
"What a moron!"
The man who had snatched Liu Yan's shop gave Er Zhu a contemptuous glance and mocked him sarcastically.
This girl seemed quite smart, but she turned out to be so foolish!
No wonder she was being bullied like this by Ge Qiang. Serves her right!
The man thought to himself, his gaze occasionally drifting to Liu Yan and Er Zhu.
Seeing Ge Qiang laughing hysterically, Liu Yan's face turned beet red, her eyes filled with anger!
Er Zhu, however, remained calm, looking at Ge Qiang as if he were an idiot.
Moron?
He would soon show him who the real moron was!
"Gazi, teach this kid a good lesson and show him our might!"
After laughing for who knows how long, Ge Qiang's face suddenly darkened. He gestured with his hand, and the smallest bodyguard behind him, holding up his fist, charged towards Er Zhu!
The bodyguard moved with incredible speed, so fast that Liu Yan could only see a blur!
And Er Zhu stood still, calmly observing the approaching enemy!
"Damn, he really is an idiot!"
Gazi thought Er Zhu hadn't moved because he hadn't reacted. He smirked and doubled his speed!
*Boom!*
The fist struck instantly. Just as the fist was about to touch Er Zhu's clothes, the scene that unfolded before Gazi's eyes left him utterly shocked!
Ge Qiang, even more so, sprang to his feet, his face turning green!