Renting a young, attractive woman to take home for the Chinese New Year infuriates the entire villag

Village chief Liu Qiangjun took a puff of his cigarette and nodded in agreement.

"Jianjun is right."

"It's all about human effort. Chenchen has already earned so much money outside and has so many resources at his disposal, why can't he lead the village to prosperity?"

"These days everyone talks about letting some get rich first and then helping others get rich. We all live in the same village, we're all neighbors. Chenchen has the ability, he can't just get rich all by himself and leave us all behind, can he?"

As soon as he said that, people around him immediately chimed in.

"Yes, we're all from the same village."

"He grew up here when he was a child. He can't just become successful and then forget about us."

"We're not trying to take advantage of him, we just want to do something with him."

"If tourism doesn't work, other things will too. You need connections to open a factory or start a project, right?"

The crowd chattered amongst themselves, and soon the atmosphere became lively again.

Zhang Jianjun watched as the village chief solemnly led the way, and suddenly felt that something was wrong.

He was just casually mentioning that Jiang Chen could help everyone make money, but how come these people are starting to plan what Jiang Chen should do as they listen?

He quickly coughed, trying to steer the conversation back on track.

"That's not how you put it."

"Our village really doesn't have any existing tourism resources. Even if we were to develop it, it would be Chenchen who provides the money and experience; what does it have to do with us?"

"So many people come to the village, coming and going. They need space to eat and park. If things aren't handled properly, it will affect our lives."

The villagers fell silent again.

"What should we do then?" After a long while, someone asked hesitantly.

"That's right. Tourism isn't an option, and setting up a factory might not work either. We can't just let Chenchen give us his money for nothing, can we?"

"How about we have Chenchen build houses for the villagers?"

Zhang Jianjun was taken aback: "What?"

What are these people thinking?

"Let's build a building," the man said matter-of-factly.

"Isn't there a vacant lot in the village? Let's build a few buildings and everyone can move in. Chenchen can pay for it, so the villagers will have a place to live, and people from outside won't have to come to the village. Wouldn't that be great?"

Someone immediately chimed in, "Building new apartments is too much trouble. Why don't we just have Chenchen buy out that new housing development in the county and give each of us an apartment in exchange?"

"Houses in the county are so convenient; it's close to grocery shopping and medical care. I heard that the housing development in the south of the city hasn't sold out yet, so it's perfect for one apartment per family."

"One apartment per family won't do. There are two of us in my family, and we can't all live together. Besides, who lives with their parents after getting married these days? Even if we don't want one apartment per person, we should at least have a house to go around."

Seeing that the villagers who were just discussing tourism resources were now talking about how to divide the houses, Zhang Jianjun's mouth twitched as he listened.

He originally just wanted to take advantage of the situation, but he never expected these people to be even more ruthless than him. How did things turn out that Jiang Chen was building houses for the entire village in the blink of an eye?

Zhang Jianguo couldn't help but feel a toothache.

I've been shameless enough, and you guys are even more shameless than me.

"No, you're overthinking it..."

Before he could finish speaking, a middle-aged man squeezed next to him and eagerly grabbed his arm.

"Brother Jianjun, why don't you talk to Chenchen about this? You two are close, he'll definitely listen to you."

The other person nodded in agreement.

"Yes, just say you're from the same village and want to ask him for help."

"Let him build a house in the village or buy a house in the county town. He can choose one, but he has to give an explanation."

Zhang Jianjun's face stiffened for a moment.

No, if you want to die, then die on your own. Don't drag me into it.

I was trying to relay a message, but I didn't mean to relay these kinds of messages.

He felt as if he had achieved his goal, yet also as if he hadn't quite reached it.

"Jianjun, say something!"

Pushed by someone next to him, Zhang Jianjun snapped out of his daze and quickly said impatiently, "How am I supposed to say that?"

"Just tell the truth."

"Chenchen is so rich now, what's one or two properties to him?"

"Brother Jianjun, talk to him. Everyone in our village will remember your kindness. My son is waiting to get married, but we can't afford a house in the county. If we can really get this exchange, I can save money on the wedding house."

"I'm leaving this to you."

The man patted Zhang Jianjun on the shoulder, his eyes full of expectation.

"no……"

Zhang Jianjun opened his mouth, as if to say that he had not agreed.

But the people around him had already gathered around, bombarding him with their opinions.

"Jianjun, when you talk to Chenchen, mention my family first."

"My family is large, so we need a larger apartment."

"My family doesn't want the county town, we just want the building built in the village."

"Could you ask for me if it's possible for one household to have two units?"

Zhang Jianjun stood in the middle of the crowd, his cigarette almost crumpled in his hand.

He looked at the eager faces, and a layer of sweat slowly appeared on his forehead.

No.

Are you trying to kill me, or do you think I'm some kind of wishing turtle in a wishing well?

Just then, village chief Liu Qiangjun walked over and patted Zhang Jianjun on the shoulder.

"Jianjun, you'll have to handle this. You have connections with Chenchen. Just convey the villagers' wishes to them first, whether it works out or not is another matter."

"Brother Qiangjun, this..."

"Don't worry, everyone will remember your kindness." Liu Qiangjun didn't even wait for his reply before turning around and calling out to everyone: "Don't crowd yet. Later, take stock of everyone's population and needs, write it down clearly, and give it to Jianjun."

The crowd immediately sprang into action.

"There are three people in my family, I'll write that down first."

"My son is getting married in two years, so he should be considered a separate household, right?"

"I won't be picky about the houses in the county, as long as they face south."

"Don't go to a high floor, my legs aren't good."

"If you're going to do something, do you want an apartment with an elevator? What's with all this talk about legs? You're like a wild boar that can't eat fine chaff."

Zhang Jian suddenly realized that his early return to the village might not have been to act as a liaison, but rather to serve as a tool for these people.

But she had already said that she had a good relationship with Jiang Chen. If she didn't agree now, not only would she lose the prestige she had worked so hard to build, but she would also be eaten alive by these people.

But if I say it, Jiang Chen might turn around and leave, and he might even kill me.

Jiang Chen is rich, but he's not stupid.

After hesitating for a moment, he suddenly realized he was overthinking things.

Her original goal was to build a good relationship with Jiang Chen and then find a way to get some money out of him through that relationship.

Why should I have to relay the message myself?

Even if it's just a message, there's no need to actually do the work for them.

You could easily keep it a secret from both sides.

Tell Jiang Chen that these people are delusional and insist on getting something in return. Tell him to go live in the county or just ignore the villagers.

Then, invite Jiang Chen to his son's restaurant for a meal, and find a way to get him to invest in his son's restaurant. That way, his goal will be achieved.

If Jiang Chen could hate the people in the village, move out with his parents, and give me the villa built in the village, wouldn't that be even better?

As long as I benefit, why should I care about the people in the village?

Thinking of this, he smiled at the people around him and said, "Let me make this clear first, I'm just passing on a message. Chenchen hasn't agreed to the house, and I can't agree on his behalf. Don't put me in the middle, making me look bad from both sides."

"That's right, that's right. We didn't say we wanted it now. We just wanted you to ask first."