Wu Li pointed at Xu Zhengyang as she spoke.
She wasn't afraid of any county officials or village leaders; she was prepared to make a scene even if the King of Heaven himself showed up today. The higher the official, the better—it would make it more difficult for Xu Zhengyang to back out. She expected him to take charge.
County Magistrate Zhao frowned in confusion as he looked at Wu Li.
Wu Li had no idea about Xu Zhengyang's actions against the road bullies. If she had known, she would have realized that her demands were entirely unreasonable.
Xu Zhengyang could casually spend dozens of dollars to deal with road bullies and improve Hehua County. Would he really be so heartless?
"Aunt, in front of the county magistrate and the villagers, don't make false accusations!
You've borrowed money from us several times; did I ever refuse to give it to you? Did you ever pay back a single penny?
Just now, when you asked for money again, my brother said he'd give you four cents and five cents. Isn't that enough for weddings, buying cars, or houses?
You complain it's not enough! You…"
Chen Bixia finally exploded. She pointed at Wu Li, tears streaming down her face, as if she wanted to shout out all her grievances.
But Wu Li wouldn't let her succeed. As soon as Chen Bixia spoke, they were all exposed, so she intentionally raised her voice, overpowering Chen Bixia's. She even charged at Chen Bixia, grabbing and hitting her.
"Ahhh!~~"
Many people understood that Chen Bixia had something to say, but Wu Li's loud yelling interrupted her.
At this moment, there was a loud slap!
A hand landed on Wu Li's face, making her fall back and hit Xu Lichun's car.
Wu Li was stunned by the slap.
"Damn it!"
Chen Xin swore angrily and kicked at Xu Zhengyang with his small shoes.
Xu Zhengyang kicked him in the stomach.
Chen Xin flew backward.
Wu Li and Chen Xin never expected Xu Zhengyang to resort to physical violence.
They weren't afraid of causing trouble; they were small-town folks, so fighting was normal, especially when they felt they were in the right.
But Xu Zhengyang, a young entrepreneur in the eyes of the county magistrate, acted unpredictably. He didn't care about the usual norms and was ready to fight.
Chen Zhenghe didn't even consider stepping in. Xu Zhengyang walked towards him with a raised hand.
Chen Zhenghe recoiled in fear.
Xu Zhengyang ignored the onlookers and said to Chen Bixia:
"Sister-in-law, finish what you were saying just now. Let's see if anyone dares to speak up again!"
Only Chen Xin and Wu Li knew the force behind Xu Zhengyang's slap and kick. They didn't want to experience another hit, as if Xu Zhengyang's strength could break their bones.
County Magistrate Zhao was stunned.
He didn't expect Xu Zhengyang to act out in front of him. This young man seemed overly passionate, making the situation awkward for Zhao.
Chen Bixia, who was also holding back years of grievances, continued:
"You complain about the money being too little, and you want to arrange for your son to work in my brother's big company as an accountant.
Do you even know what kind of person your son is? Lazy, addicted to gambling! Is he worthy? He even complains about having to start work early in our breakfast stall!
You keep saying you raised me; have I ever eaten a single grain of rice from you?
When my father passed away, how did you treat us? You occupied our eleven acres of land and never gave us a single penny!
When I got married, you secretly asked my brother for an additional one hundred and eighty for the bride price. Why should you?
My brother, in his anger, didn't give you the four cents and five cents. Isn't it your own greed that led to this?
I didn't want to pursue this further, but seeing you act like this, trying to ruin me, how can I be happy?"
Chen Bixia's grievances finally erupted.
She was a woman, and her heart wasn't made of stone. She kept track of who was kind or unkind to her over the years.
The crowd, including the county magistrate, could understand clearly.
Wu Li wanted to say more, but seeing Xu Zhengyang's menacing gaze, she was frightened.
Yet she was still furious and felt an unbearable resentment.
She felt like the hundred dollars Xu Zhengyang donated should have been hers, just because she hadn't used the right methods.
Suddenly, Wu Li stood up, crying and pleading:
"Bixia, your words just now made me realize my mistakes! I shouldn't have treated you like this; I'm sorry!"
She knelt down in front of Chen Bixia.
Even if Chen Bixia had a soft heart, she knew it was Wu Li's ploy. Still, she couldn't bear to watch Wu Li kneel before her, so she hurriedly helped her up.
Chen Zhenghe also came forward and said:
"Yes, good niece, I realize my mistakes. It's all my fault. If I hadn't had to quit my construction job due to injury, we wouldn't have ended up like this. I apologize, can you not hold it against me?"
His words hinted that he had previously worked in construction.
"Zhengyang, if you still have some family affection, please give me the construction contract."
He didn't wait for Xu Zhengyang and County Magistrate Zhao to respond and directly asked Xu Zhengyang.
County Magistrate Zhao looked at Xu Zhengyang with some helplessness. After all, it was Xu Zhengyang's money, and if he felt soft-hearted, Zhao would have to consider it.
But Xu Zhengyang sneered.
"Using connections in front of the county magistrate? Are you out of your mind?
You complain about the money being too little and make a scene at my doorstep. Is this how you treat your relatives?
County Magistrate Zhao, I don't want anyone to use my brother's and my name to tarnish our reputation. So don't worry about any favoritism. The bidding should proceed normally, and no special treatment should be given to these people."
"Understood!"
County Magistrate Zhao nodded firmly.
At this moment, Chen Xin's teeth were nearly grinding to dust, his eyes full of malice. He had made up his mind to make Xu Zhengyang pay in blood. He wanted all Xu Zhengyang's money and Lin Yourong—today!