Chapter 161: With People Around, One Doesn't Panic

Gao Qiangqi said this, and everyone looked at him in unison.

Gao Qiangqi put down his tea cup, without beating around the bush, he said bluntly: "You handled this matter quite nicely, but you didn't just scheme against Guang Liangjun; you actually schemed against Lao Tan as well."

"You used Lao Tan as a pawn, and afterwards Guang Liangjun's hatred is also directed at Lao Tan."

"This is your plan, right?"

Wu An nodded.

Those present are not outsiders, so he doesn't need to hide anything.

That indeed is his plan.

After all, the one to whom the debt is owed is Lao Tan, the one applying pressure is also Lao Tan, and Guang Liangjun sold his boat at a low price to repay the debt, so naturally the resentment falls on Lao Tan.

And he, at most, is just an opportunist taking advantage of the fire.

Gao Qiangqi continued: "Lao Tan has been mixing around town for so many years, his current position isn't just for show; I can see that, and he can naturally see it clearly as well."

"If you dare to do that, it's basically offending him to death."

"You think Lao Tan suffered a loss, what will he do?"

Wu An's heart tightened.

Hearing Gao Qiangqi say that, it was like an awakening; he immediately became clear-headed.

He is still too young.

No.

He's just not the type to do bad things.

Gao Qiangqi watched Wu An's expression change, sighed, and said: "Don't worry too much; this matter isn't over yet, there's still a chance to make amends."

"When dealing with someone like Lao Tan, we shouldn't suffer a loss, nor should we make the other party feel uncomfortable."

"Otherwise, it will always be a hidden danger."

"This is also his consistent way of dealing with the world."

"This is also why he says so much to Wu An, treating him like a brother; otherwise, with an outsider, being shallow in words but deep in relations is a major taboo—even if he knows, he wouldn't say more."

Wu An nodded: "Brother Qiang, I've remembered."

Seeing Wu An's solemn expression, Gao Qiangqi knew he had taken it in, smiled slightly, and said: "Also, buying a house in the village."

"We took advantage of the village's Hu, we got a big bargain, so the village suffered a loss; although it may not provoke grudges, people will still remember you."

"If you do business in the village later and often show your face, someday someone might recall this and cause you some minor trouble."

Wu An deeply believed this.

He knew Gao Qiangqi's words were not alarmist.

But there was nothing to be done.

"The deed is done; besides, even if he knows trouble will come, this tasty morsel at his lips, he's reluctant to spit it out—he should eat it and will."

He asked: "Then what should I do to make amends?"

Gao Qiangqi smiled and said: "If you say it's complicated, it is; if you say it's simple, it is. When you do things in the village, there will definitely be people who want to follow along and share the benefits."

"You just need to unite this group of people."

"Specific matters still need to be looked at specifically."

Wu An, lost in thought, had also struggled in society for some years; Gao Qiangqi's words, he understood.

"Now that we know we've offended Director Chen, it's alright; this village isn't just about Director Chen."

"He runs a guesthouse in the village, which is an investment that can create benefits; with benefits, naturally people will look favorably on him and be willing to help."

"As for those we've offended, if we can find a way to resolve it, we do; if it's truly unsolvable, that's fine too—actually, this wasn't originally a deep grudge or great hatred."

"Even if we step back ten thousand steps,"

"He's not someone easy to provoke either."

"Now he has not only A Qing beside him, but also Lao Mai and Gao Qiangqi, with these two helping him plug gaps and devise plans."

After Gao Qiangqi finished speaking, he took a sip of tea, saw Wu An's smile appear again, and said: "Brother Qiang, after securing the house, we need to do the renovation."

"The interior needs to be demolished first, and the garbage needs to be cleared."

"We also need to purchase renovation materials and so on; there are quite a few troublesome matters."

"You say we hand these over to the village; can the village handle them well for me?"

"Probably can."

"Alright, then I'll go find Director Chen to ask; if Director Chen is willing, I'll entrust this to him."

Gao Qiangqi laughed and said: "Alright, I originally thought this was not bad; now I see it can succeed."

Wu An raised his tea cup: "Then thanks again to Brother Qiang's pointers."

"Also need to thank Lao Mai."

"Today's hard work and running around, you've worked hard."

Mai Hangyu was a bit anxious, asking: "Brother, if we hand this over to the village, what do I do?"

Wu An said: "You'll be the supervisor."

"Also, this guesthouse isn't just anything; it needs to be well designed."

"You also need to think: how to make guests staying here comfortable and happy, and most importantly, come up with a way... to make them willing to spend money."

Soon.

Food and drink were served.

"Today the house was successfully secured; Wu An felt elated, and with Gao Qiangqi also pointing out some hidden risks, he felt deeply grateful, naturally wanting to risk his life to keep company with drinks."

"From noon until past three in the afternoon, he walked out with a flushed face, clearly feeling a bit light-headed."

"He was drunk."

He could tell he was drunk, which showed he wasn't actually that drunk.

Mai Hangyu beside him was the one who was truly drunk, his whole body leaning on Lao Mai just to stand, shouting, "Another bottle!"

"Brother, keep drinking."

"I'm not drunk, I'm fine."

"Drink..."

Lao Mai angrily slapped him on the back of the head, and that might have been the last straw, making Mai Hangyu vomit.

Wu An greeted them and walked toward the motorcycle with A Qing.

Gao Qiangqi said, "A An, you've had quite a bit of drink; don't ride later."

Wu An answered.

He didn't sit up front, but swung himself into the cabin; leaning made him feel a bit better, just as he exhaled, A Qing started the vehicle, and the bumping almost made him vomit.

He really couldn't hold it in, just as he was about to tell A Qing to slow down, the vehicle screeched to a sudden halt, and A Qing shouted, "Brother, sister-in-law!"

Wu An stared blankly, wondering what nonsense.

Then Gu Anran's voice floated over: "A Qing, what's wrong with Wu An?"

"Did he drink?"

"His face is so red, how did he drink so much?"

Wu An forced his eyes open, saw Gu Anran swaying before him, waved and said, "Anran, good morning."

"It's almost dark, still early." Gu Anran saw his uncomfortable look, quickly helped him out of the vehicle, and said, "I can see you look awful—are you going to vomit?"

Wu An shook his head.

"This road is too bumpy; even if you don't want to vomit, you probably will. I have hot water here—drink a little to soothe your throat and you'll feel better." Gu Anran said, opening the cabin, helping Wu An out; Wu An was still conscious, with Gu Anran's support, he walked two steps steadily and then sat down.

Taking the warm water cup, Wu An smiled: "Thanks."

Gu Anran said unhappily, "If you can't handle it, drink less; drinking too much only makes you suffer."

"Huh?"

"After two lifetimes, besides my sister-in-law, this is the first time a woman has cared for me with this reproachful tone."

Wu An smiled and drank the warm water in the cup in one gulp.

"Comfortable."

He smacked his lips; it wasn't just an illusion—he felt the water… sweet.