Rebirth 78: Hunting for Treasure in the Mountains, Spoiling My Wife and Daughter to the Heavens

Prostitution?

Four words.

The shock level of this incident in that era was no less than that of marital rape in later generations!

Don't be fooled by the fact that men and women back then could be far more lively and unrestrained than in later generations when they got into a frenzy.

But no one dared to speak out about it openly.

You should know that back then, even having an affair would result in being paraded through the streets!

Lu Weiguo's opening remarks were a bombshell!

The mere mention of prostitution shocked everyone!

"Lu Weiguo, don't talk nonsense! How dare you utter those four words?"

At this moment, Zhang Dexing was genuinely starting to panic.

He led a bunch of lackeys and went on a rampage in the county town for several days!

However, they all swore they wouldn't say anything more before they came back.

How did Lu Weiguo know about this?

Perhaps they weren't talking about him?

Didn't he drive the oxcart to the county town today?

Go to the county town?!

Zhang Defa's heart pounded, breaking through 180 points!

His voice trembled as he spoke.

"Nonsense? How do you know I'm talking nonsense? Or are you suppressing the voice of the people!"

"Pah! Don't jump to conclusions, that's not what I meant!"

"Me, labeling him?" Lu Weiguo chuckled and walked step by step toward Zhang De.

"Our brigade holds meetings to listen to the voices of the people. Now I have something to say, is that not allowed?"

Lu Weiguo walked up to Wang Defa and then pointed at Zhang Dexing.

"Security team leader, I am now filing a formal complaint against the village's resident cadres for failing to set a good example."

He engaged in prostitution and promiscuous relationships in the county town.

puff!

Upon hearing this, Wang Defa nearly spat out a mouthful of blood.

The others were immediately in an uproar!

Who should be reported?

Report Zhang Dexing?

"What's going on? Are you saying he's with Widow Liu from the next village?"

"You know about this too, but it was consensual between them. It was a single man and a widowed woman, so it doesn't really count as those kinds of things."

"My goodness, Lu Weiguo is really bold. I'm embarrassed just hearing those words."

Several aunties gathered together, their faces flushed, and they looked at Zhang Dexing with strange eyes.

"Lu Weiguo, do you have any evidence? If not, then that's slander." Wang De was stunned for a moment.

I recalled their actions a few days ago.

Upon arriving in the county town, Zhang Dexing led them to the black market.

Five or six people then split up and took action.

They didn't gather at the entrance of the county town until three days later.

Even if it was an inside report, there should be no evidence.

Only then did he muster his courage and adopt an upright demeanor.

"Evidence? Do we really need evidence?"

Lu Weiguo said I glanced at Liu Dazhuang's military overcoat.

He smiled and looked at Zhang Dexing.

"Evidence is definitely needed! Otherwise, it's defamation..."

Before Wang Defa could finish speaking...

Zhang Dexing suddenly blocked Wang Defa's path, bent over, lowered his head, and looked at Lu Weiguo with a pleading expression.

"Comrade Weiguo, I know you have a problem with our village not allowing hunting in the mountains."

If you have any opinions, just say so. You see, the village chief and I respect everyone's opinions the most.

The decision just made was indeed ill-considered; matters like reporting should be reconsidered more carefully.

Zhang Dexing became increasingly uneasy as he spoke, especially since they were standing so close together.

He got a good look at the military overcoat Liu Dazhuang was wearing.

There was a plum blossom pudding on the chest of the military overcoat, which the young wife sewed on in front of him.

"Oh? I have no objection to the village's collective decision. I'm the kind of person who always follows the leader's orders."

I was referring to the whistleblowing.

Lu Weiguo looked at Zhang Dexing with amusement, without mentioning those four words, and just squinted at him.

"Don't go too far!" Zhang Dexing whispered in Lu Weiguo's ear. "I don't know how you know that young woman, but you really have evidence! Be lenient, or you'll be in trouble!"

"Are you threatening me?" Lu Weiguo's voice was also not loud.

"What do you want?!"

At this moment, Zhang Dexing also realized what was happening.

This isn't reporting someone; this is negotiating!

"What do you want? Don't you have a brain?"

Lu Weiguo countered with a question.

These are negotiation techniques from later generations, suitable for everyone.

Never reveal your purpose.

"Hmm? Not hunting?"

Zhang Dexing thought for a moment and then said.

"With your brain, I don't know how you even got into high school. It's none of your business if you go hunting in the mountains!"

"Do you have to go up the mountain yourself to catch it, or do you know a local deity?"

Lu Weiguo looked at this with disdain.

However, he had a general idea of ​​Zhang Dexing's background.

With this level of ability, they're still being sent to the countryside for training, and then they're being promoted to leadership positions after a short period of transition.

The person behind this is no ordinary person.

"That..."

As Zhang Dexing spoke, he suddenly remembered that Huang Guangzu had been busy finding a land foundation for Lu Weiguo these past few days.

I heard that Lu Weiguo is going to build a brick house, so he has high requirements for the foundation.

Moreover, because Liu Dazhuang's house caught fire, the house that was originally planned to be built in the spring was scheduled to start construction soon.

Could it be this?

Applying for land is a right of every villager. As long as your family meets the requirements, no one will stop you.

Or do you want to apply for more land?

You should have said so earlier. This is such a small matter; it could have been resolved with just a word from me.

Is it really necessary to go to such lengths?

"I understand. You want to build a house, right? Let's go inside and talk. It's nothing serious, I'll agree to anything!"

"You said it yourself."

Lu Weiguo laughed when he heard that.

Then he said loudly, "Sorry everyone, I got a little excited just now. Our village cadres are definitely good officials who serve the people, and they absolutely cannot do things like prostitution or soliciting prostitutes for free!"

After saying that, Lu Weiguo put his arm around Zhang Dexing's shoulder.

They walked toward the duty room where Zhang Dexing lived.

Everyone stared wide-eyed, somewhat bewildered.

What's going on? All talk and no action.

Or did the two of them discuss some terms?

Regardless of the reason, Zhang Dexing's bad character has become deeply ingrained in people's minds.

The crowd dispersed.

Lu Weiguo watched as Zhang Dexing brewed a teapot full of loose tea leaves.

"Lu Weiguo, just tell me your conditions. I'm open to discussing anything. But that matter... could you please not bring it up again?"

Sugar and tea leaves—this kind of treatment is considered top-notch even in a county town.

It can be said that Zhang Dexing has shown the utmost sincerity.

"You said it yourself, it's about building a house. I'm not an unreasonable person. As long as I build the house, you should provide all the necessary paperwork, including the foundation and land deed, and stamp them all in advance. I'll pretend I don't know anything about your petty nonsense."

Oh? ?

Do I need to get the paperwork stamped in advance?

He saw a trick in that sentence.

But all I could think about was how he got something for free.

My brain just can't process it.

I walked out the door, feeling completely bewildered.

He took out a blank land deed, stamped it, and handed it directly to Lu Weiguo.

"He's definitely a young leader! He's got guts!"

Holding the blank land deed, Lu Weiguo finally felt relieved.

You should know that the bricks he bought had neither proper documentation nor were they obtained through legitimate means.

At this crucial time for supporting national development.

If an individual wants to build a brick house, it's not simply a matter of having money!

Without an application from the commune or connections with leaders, you can't just buy bricks whenever you want.