Chapter 274: Failed Attempt to Show Off

Chen Gui is a smart person, and he also thinks that to vent his anger, he would wisely advise himself to forget it.

Actually…

This is just an appetizer.

He's still clutching a big thunderbolt in his hand, holding it in, and needs to find a good moment to throw it.

He has to make Chen Gui blown sky‑high, overturning him, and also clear his name.

If it gets too big, drawing fire onto himself would be bad.

Wu An lay on the bed with his legs crossed, thinking up mischief.

After thinking about Chen Gui, he then thought of Chen Lao Da.

This time Chen Gui was just implicated, merely losing face, while Chen Lao Da was the one who got screwed the worst; once word gets out, he probably won't dare leave his house for days.

Now that Chen Gui knows, Chen Lao Da surely also realizes it's him behind this.

Anyway, his feud with the Chen family is long settled, out in the open.

Before, during several encounters at sea, the Chen family tried to stir up trouble.

If he does nothing, it will only let the Chen family get more brazen.

Now.

It also serves as a warning to the Chen family.

Let the Chen family know he's not someone to mess with.

From now on, if they want to cause trouble, they'll have to weigh the consequences.

He had planned to nap a bit, but after thinking it over and over, he ended up with no sleepiness at all.

He glanced at the time; it was already past 3 p. m.

He simply sat up.

He glanced around the room and saw it was a bit messy.

These past few days he's been busy, with no time to tidy up; taking advantage of having time today, he'll clean up.

Don't let the small house fool you—once he gets busy, he works until dark; his older brother called, telling him to come home for dinner.

Before he even reached home, he saw Lao Meng and his father sitting at the gate chatting, along with some neighbors around.

Seeing Wu An approach, they all smiled and greeted him.

Wu An even acted a bit embarrassed: "Uncles and aunts, you're too enthusiastic; I was thinking of coming over to say hello."

"Next time, don't do that; also give me a chance to show myself."

After speaking, he stepped next to his father, exchanged a couple of jokes with the others, and naturally blended in.

If someone tried to talk to him, he wouldn't let the conversation drop.

The topics they chatted about were all over the place.

From astronomy and geography to social politics, then to great‑power rivalry, and finally they chatted about some celebrity.

Anyway, they talked about anything and everything, especially the pointless stuff, just to exercise their jaws.

Wu An also eagerly joined in.

When his sister‑in‑law called from the courtyard, everyone finally went their separate ways, also letting the village folk who passed by their gate breathe a sigh of relief.

With so many people gathered, those passing by the gate still had to stop and say hello before they could go on.

If they left without greeting, they'd just be waiting for gossip.

He entered the courtyard.

His older brother had already brought the dishes to the table, and Wu Yingwei proactively opened two bottles of wine.

Wu An feigned ignorance, asking, "Dad, any good news today?"

Wu Yingwei chuckled and said, "Today Chen Gui took down the banner hanging at the village committee."

Hearing that, Wu Ping and Mei Yueqin started gossiping.

How did the banner just put up get taken down?

Wu Yingwei said, "The guy who delivered the banner ran into trouble."

"This also has to do with A An."

Wu An picked up a peanut, tossed it in his mouth—crunchy—and nodded, saying, "Sister‑in‑law, your peanuts are better than the restaurant's."

He didn't chime in.

He was waiting to hear his father help him show off.

To be honest, this feels even better than if he'd said it himself.

Wu Yingwei continued, "The person Wu An saved accidentally fell into the water; the Chen family stood by and did nothing, the incident blew up, even reaching the town leaders."

"The day Chen Gui took down the banner, he happened to be seen by the town leaders."

"Then those leaders called and ordered the banner to be taken down."

Wu An nodded slightly.

His father spoke well; continuing, it was his turn to be praised, and he had already prepared to receive the flattery from his older brother and sister‑in‑law.

He had already figured out how he'd hold the peanut later.

He had to stay calm.

But Wu Yingwei didn't say anything; instead he picked up his cup and drank, then after finishing he picked up some vegetables to eat.

Mei Yueqin couldn't help but say, "Dad, keep going."

Wu Ping also shouted, "Exactly, quit being coy—you said it had to do with A An, so what's the connection?"

Wu An also looked over, not speaking, but his eyes were full of meaning.

Dad…

You capable or not?

Can't you even do this little thing of helping me show off?

Wu Yingwei stunned: 'I didn't say that, it was A An who saved that person.'

Wu Ping stunned: 'Gone?'

'Just this relation?'

'I thought that person's mishap was A An's doing.'

'I waited in vain.'

Mei Yueqin also somewhat disappointed: 'Looks like there's nothing for A An here.'

Wu An's mouth twitched: '......'

He didn't expect Father's news to be so delayed, shouldn't have placed high hopes on Father.

Even Chen Gui knows this, Father actually didn't notice at all.

He quickly figured it out, Father is someone who likes to watch the spectacle; at the time watching the spectacle surely was enjoyable, so naturally he wouldn't delve into what really happened behind.

Chen Gui found out, also couldn't publicize, Father not knowing is normal.

He expressed understanding.

Unable to show off, he didn't feel bad at all.

It's just Father eating and smacking his lips, making him feel uncomfortable.

'Dad, what are you doing? This dish was clearly mine first.'

'Dad, can you not burp when drinking? It's all sprayed on my face.'

'Dad, I don't mean to target you, but can you pick vegetables for yourself? You almost picked into my bowl.'

'......'

Wu Yingwei slammed the table: 'A An, what are you doing? Looking for trouble?'

Wu An shrank his neck: 'Drinking, drinking, I'll toast you a cup.'

Eating and drinking well.

Wu An didn't stay long, returned to the old house.

After washing up, just as he lay on the bed a moment, Gu Anran sent a message.

Same as before, lying in the blanket chatting.

Also quite interesting, Wu An felt like a weird old man luring an ignorant girl.

On the other side.

At the wine table, cups intertwined.

Shen Nan's face flushed red, hearing everyone's flattery, occasionally bursting into loud laughter.

Chen Gui, as an elder, should have sat at the head, but now is sitting at the side.

This is no big deal, after all he's a guest, guest follows host.

But Shen Nan drinking, actually putting his arm around his shoulder, is he not treating this elder as anything?

Chen Gui smiling, heart feeling annoyed.

Looking at the wine table, a group of youngsters drinking, blowing their cowhides to a thunderous roar, then look at Shen Nan who drinks horse urine and forgets himself.

Chen Gui shook his head.

Can't bear to watch.

Can't even chat together.

Simply stood up, said it's too late to go back to sleep, after saying that he left, no one paid him any mind, Shen Nan didn't keep him, nor see him off.

His butt didn't even leave the chair.

Chen Gui lonely came out of the courtyard, glanced back, shook his head, then walked home with hands behind back.