Chen Fang has argued with him countless times about this.

As the tide of the times surged forward, even those who sold tea eggs and newspapers were going into business; Chen Fang advised him, "Why don't you go into business too? Go into the food business."

You tell me, with Chen Fang's connections, how could she not make money just by casually trading rice, flour, rapeseed oil, sugar, and tea?

Once he has money, Xing Jianshu will buy an AK-47 and a Rifle for his younger brother, and they'll expand and strengthen their business!

But Xing Jianshu just wouldn't go into business!

Every time this matter comes up, people say, "Your Chen family is obsessed with money."

And what about him? He's desperately trying to become an official, isn't he just like that guy with bangs in Fatty's courtyard?

Chen Fang felt more and more that she couldn't go on living like this.

These past few years have been the most crucial time, as they determine whether she can be promoted from deputy section chief to section chief; but Xing Jianshu just had to step in and drag her down. If it weren't for her family stopping them, they would have divorced long ago!

Despite the divorce rumors, Chen Fang is quick-witted and shrewd, and the elderly couple still rely on her for advice.

After understanding her parents' demands, Chen Fang thought to herself, "We have to acknowledge our eldest grandson, and we can't abandon our daughter-in-law, so we can only try to work things out gradually."

Zhou Haiqin was so anxious that she wanted to speak several times, but she didn't know how to start. In her desperation, she kept giving Chen Yan meaningful glances.

Helpless, Chen Yan could only obediently act as her mouthpiece: "Whatever you say, let's keep it from Yu Li for now, okay?"

"We can't hide it!"

Chen Fang said firmly, "Second Miss, you're being foolish! How can this be kept secret? If Wen Li finds out, she'll fight Chen Kang to the death!"

Chen Yan was indignant: "So, from what you're saying, we should just lay our cards on the table and avoid a fight to the death?"

Chen Fang pondered, "We can't just lay our cards on the table."

The two of them were talking back and forth, which made Chen Rong quite anxious: "Third sister, do you even know what to do? What should we do?"

Chen Fang waved her hand: "Big sister, don't rush me, let me think about it."

The room fell silent instantly as everyone watched "Third Sister" deep in thought.

After a short while of slacking off, Chen Fang had an idea. She confidently told everyone, "I remember, Yu Li is closest to her aunt?"

Zhou Haiqin's eyes lit up: "That's right! How come I didn't think of that!"

Chen Yan blinked, puzzled. Wasn't she talking about Lou Xiao'e? Why is she suddenly talking about Yu Li's aunt?

Chen Rong didn't understand either, which made Zhou Haiqin feel exhausted. She kept saying that parents were biased, but even ten fingers aren't all the same length!

See? The eldest and second eldest aren't as smart as the third. Even the fat guy before he transmigrated wasn't as smart as the third. So, if Zhou Haiqin doesn't side with her, who else would she side with? At least she has someone to talk to when something happens.

However, Fatty is now recognized by the whole family as the "most intelligent person," but we can't rely on that intelligence anymore.

Zhou Haiqin immediately made a decision: "Second son, isn't Yu Qian under your command? Help me invite him home!"

Now that things have come to this point, Chen Rong and Chen Yan finally understood.

Chen Yan said sourly to Chen Fang, "Third brother is really smart. I'll tell my little brother first, and then I'll arrange for Lou Xiao'e to meet you as soon as possible."

"..."

These past two days, Chen Yan has been coming to see Fatty. Yu Li thought it was because the moving company had run into some trouble again, so she didn't take it to heart.

The two entered the private room. Chen Yan closed the door and said to the fat man, "Call Lou Xiao'e and tell her to bring the child to our house for lunch tomorrow."

The elderly couple were so eager to see their eldest grandson that they couldn't wait a moment longer.

Seeing the fat man nod, Chen Yan added, "Also, the third brother has given you an idea."

"Chen Fang? What kind of mischievous idea is she up to now?"

Chen Yan smiled mysteriously: "It's not really a trick. She suggested that Mom start with Yu Qian, and then secretly bring Yu Li's aunt to Beijing. Then..."

Chen Yan only had to make a sound before the fat man instantly understood.

To be honest, he really hadn't thought of this method.

The key point is that he didn't think that way. All the fat man was thinking about was how to beg Yu Li for forgiveness, and he even thought that he had to persuade Chen Mengqi first.

This time, Chen Fang actually gave him a great idea!

However, Chen Mengqi's work still needs to be done. If this young lady doesn't agree, then there's really nothing that can be done—like a tram taking the sidewalk.

The fat man also told Chen Yan about this: "Qiqi was practically raised by you since she was a baby, and she's closest to you. You'll have to talk to her a bit, Second Sister."

Chen Yan bit her lip, her face sour: "Little brother, you really didn't do a good job in this matter!"

Seeing that Chen Yan was unusually angry with him, the fat man had no choice but to plead softly, "Second sister~~ please help me..."

Chen Yan sighed and punched the fat man twice to vent her anger.

After finishing the beating without causing any real pain, he said angrily, "Just you wait, you better behave yourself for the next couple of days and don't go looking for Lou Xiao'e again!"

"..."

There are two sides to the story.

Bang Geng has been in the police station for almost three days, and the police officers are also very worried. They can only ask Niu Qin to make another trip.

Niu Qin was genuinely annoyed by these trivial and ridiculous matters. He had just graduated from police academy last year and was in the prime of his youth.

He was single-mindedly focused on solving major cases and fighting real criminals.

But after being assigned to the police station, I found that I was dealing with all sorts of trivial matters all day long.

Therefore, Niu Qin was in a very bad mood, and his attitude was not very friendly.

When he saw Qin Huairu, he said, "It's been almost three days already. If you don't pay the fine soon, we'll have no choice but to send Jia Geng to a labor camp."

Qin Huairu immediately exclaimed, "How can this be?"

"Why not? If you don't want Jia Geng to go to a labor camp, then your family should pay the fine! It's a small matter that can be solved by paying the fine, but you keep dragging it out. Do you really think we're easy to fool?"

Qin Huairu's eyes turned red: "Comrade, I'm already trying every possible way to raise the money. Please give me a few more days, no, just two days. I promise I'll pay the fine in two days, okay?"

Then came all sorts of complaints about being poor, like how her husband died young, she had many children, a widowed mother-in-law to support, and the whole family depended on one person's salary to survive...

Niu Qin was so tired of hearing these words that he was practically calloused.

This was only the beginning of the reform and opening up; there were many families like hers. Why is Qin Huairu the only one who is special?

Niu Qin remained unmoved, tossed out a "You decide what to do" and went back to his office.

When he got back, he reported to the police officer, "Chief, their family refuses to pay the fine. They keep crying poverty whenever the fine is mentioned. I don't know what to do. Could you please not call me next time?"