Returning to 84, hunting for wealth, one person feeding three families.

The next morning, Ye Chen brought three women to the old house.

As soon as I crossed the threshold, I felt my view suddenly open up.

The three-story building in front of me was designed entirely by Ye Chen, reflecting 21st-century aesthetics!

The building is beautiful and grand. Although it lacks embellishment and appears somewhat simple, it feels exceptionally stylish and avant-garde.

In the courtyard, there is a pond and a rockery; Ye Chen even specially set aside a garden area.

Stone tables and chairs are placed in the garden.

If they weren't sure this was their home, the three women would have thought they had stumbled into a paradise!

"This house is so well renovated! Let's keep up the good work and try to move in before the Lunar New Year!"

"I'm going to town to buy furniture today. I'll definitely decorate the house nicely afterwards!"

"Then we'll plant some flowers and plants in the garden; that will truly be a place of birdsong and fragrant blossoms!"

The three women made their comments as they toured the place.

Seeing the happy smiles on the three people's faces, Ye Chen felt extremely satisfied.

All my hard work has been for this moment, hasn't it?

Ye Chen immediately urged the three of them to hurry into the city to handle their business, with the balding man leading the way.

Then, the contractor was called over on the spot to settle the remaining payment.

He even called Tian Cong and Li Yan over and told them the exact types of furniture they needed.

They asked the two to hurry up and help with the purchase, and once everything was ready, the three of them would head into the mountains immediately.

As a result, everyone was busy and enthusiastic, while Ye Chen, who was in charge, was idle.

"Ye Chen, are you home?"

Ye Chen sat in the courtyard, brewed himself a pot of tea, and enjoyed the rare tranquility.

Just then, a shout came from outside the courtyard. Hearing this, Ye Chen quickly went over.

Luo Guanzhong walked over with a smile on his face, wearing a well-tailored suit that made him look exceptionally elegant.

For some reason, when Ye Chen looked into Luo Guanzhong's eyes, he always felt that there was a hint of weariness in them!

Noticing such details, Ye Chen couldn't help but feel a little suspicious. Luo Guanzhong had also invested a lot of money in the Clivia.

Logically speaking, with the price of Clivia soaring this time, Luo Guanzhong should have made a fortune.

What trouble could have caused the other party so much distress that they even came to our door alone?

"Uncle, let's sit inside. The house isn't ready yet. Let's talk in the yard!"

Considering their relationship, Ye Chen took the initiative to invite them over, and the two sat down at the stone table.

Without outsiders around, Luo Guanzhong appeared much more haggard, and he picked up his teacup and shook his head repeatedly.

Ye Chen did not speak first, but instead competed with Luo Guanzhong in patience.

Previously, Luo Guanzhong underestimated Ye Chen, and even when Ye Chen came to visit, he colluded with Zhang Shaoyang to put on a big show for Ye Chen.

Although Ye Chen didn't hold a grudge for a long time, a thorn remained in his heart!

Now that Ye Chen has finally seen Luo Guanzhong in trouble, he naturally won't indulge him.

If you have any difficulties, just tell me. Then you'll be the one asking me for help!

"Cough cough..."

After a long stalemate, Luo Guanzhong finally couldn't hold back any longer. He coughed lightly and then explained his troubles.

"Ye Chen, I've come here this time because I need your help with something."

"I've run into some trouble; I've been set up by someone, and right now I'm a little short on cash. Could I borrow some from you first?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen raised an eyebrow.

He had previously calculated the costs for Luo Guanzhong, and according to the other party, the investment in acquiring the Clivia miniata was nearly 50 yuan.

Judging from the current situation, even if Luo Guanzhong were to make a move now, he would be able to obtain at least two million in cash!

Two million in the 80s would be comparable to hundreds of millions in assets in the 21st century.

What exactly did Luo Guanzhong do to cause him to run out of funds?

"Uncle Luo, if you want me to help you, you should at least explain the situation clearly, right?"

"What exactly happened this time? What happened to the money you made from investing in clivia?"

"Sigh!" Luo Guanzhong's expression immediately turned dejected when this issue was mentioned.

After shaking his head for a long time, he finally explained the truth.

It turns out that he had mortgaged several of his factories to the Zhang family in order to raise funds.

On the surface, the other party said they would fully support Luo Guanzhong, but behind the scenes they were secretly scheming.

The factories were run haphazardly by them, completely ruining their reputation.

Just two weeks ago, the Zhang family came knocking on Luo Guanzhong's door again, demanding that he repay the money, and they wouldn't let him waste a single moment!

Luo Guanzhong didn't rush to invest in the orchids, but after seeing no return for a long time, he finally decided to sell them directly.

After finally paying off the Zhang family's debts, they missed out on the surge in clivia prices!

"The factories I currently own require a large amount of capital to operate. All the existing machinery needs replacing, and my employees are constantly causing trouble!"

"The Zhang family is despicable and shameless this time, betraying us halfway. If I get the chance in the future, I'll make them pay!"

"Ye Chen, please help me this time for Luo Ling's sake. You're the only one I can turn to right now!"

As Luo Guanzhong finished speaking, two lines of tears even streamed down his face, his heart filled with regret.

Ye Chen remained calm, but in his heart he had a different opinion of Luo Guanzhong.

Originally, it was thought that Luo Guanzhong was quite capable to accumulate such a large fortune, but now it seems that the Zhang family could easily manipulate him.

Luo Guanzhong was clearly a good-for-nothing!

"Uncle Luo, I have something I'd like to ask you. What were the circumstances like when your ancestors took over the Luo family?"

"Back then, the Luo family was quite famous in the provincial capital, much more so than we are now!" Luo Guanzhong replied, clenching his fist.

Ye Chen finally realized what was happening!

After all that fuss, it turns out that the Luo family's wealth was entirely due to the legacy left by their ancestors.

It has absolutely nothing to do with Luo Guanzhong!

The saying goes, "If you doubt someone, don't use them; if you use someone, don't doubt them." Since Luo Guanzhong chose to listen to his own words, he shouldn't have continued to contact the Zhang family!

Now, he is both believing what he says and cooperating with his enemies.

No wonder the Zhang family targeted him; it was clearly out of revenge!

"Uncle Luo, how do you plan for me to help you?"

After much deliberation, Ye Chen finally spoke.

Luo Guanzhong immediately perked up and hurriedly explained, "Ye Chen, I urgently need funds to get the factory running. A conservative estimate is at least 50 yuan!"

"If you can help me raise this money, I promise I'll never interfere in Luo Ling's affairs again!"

Ye Cheng had initially felt sympathy, but upon hearing these words, his face darkened.

Luo Guanzhong's meaning was clearly that he still wanted to use this matter as a threat. Just based on this statement, why should he help him?

"Uncle Luo, you agreed to my marriage with Luo Ling before, and we've already registered our marriage."

"Isn't it a bit inappropriate for you to still be using this as an excuse?"