Chapter 27 Taking Advantage of the Vulnerability

Despite the surprised and questioning looks from everyone, she did not show much emotion on her face.

Instead, she continued in a more composed tone, "Uncle Liu, don't disbelieve me. On my way back from Hong Kong, I happened to run into some business friends."

“They are all businessmen from the south who come to purchase medicinal herbs. They are quite well-known there and have their own processing plants or sales networks. I talked to them about this, and they expressed great interest, especially in our local medicinal herb resources, which they are currently lacking.”

"Based on their needs, even if the whole village worked at full capacity, let alone all the fruits and medicinal herbs we grow in a year, we could only barely meet about a third of their demand! As long as we can grow them, we won't have to worry about finding a market!"

Upon hearing this, Liu Wangfu, who had been half-believing and half-doubting, widened his eyes and was speechless for a moment.

The other villagers in the house also looked surprised.

No one expected that this usually low-key young woman would be able to attract such a large client base.

Qiao Manqing was also very clear in her heart that she was not just talking nonsense.

Her mysterious spatial system allows her to exchange resources for various items in demand in the market at any time.

Even if there is a real shortage, the gap can be temporarily filled.

Today's meeting must truly convince the villagers.

She made a silent resolution in her heart—today she must establish trust with the village chief and all the villagers.

Only by winning the trust of the villagers can she legitimately carry out larger-scale planting projects in the future, and gradually wash away the unsavory reputation that the original owner of the body carried in her previous life.

Fang Wanyu, sitting to the side, pursed her lips and muttered something under her breath.

"How dare you mention Hong Kong City!"

"Do you think everyone else is stupid? Who would believe you know any boss over there!"

For a moment, many people cast meaningful glances at him.

The atmosphere became slightly awkward.

Qiao Manqing frowned and retorted, "What's wrong with mentioning Hong Kong? Everyone makes mistakes, are we not allowed to correct them?"

Everyone makes mistakes sometimes; the key is whether you have the courage to start over. Why can't we give someone a chance?

"As the saying goes, a prodigal son who returns is more precious than gold. I, a girl, have turned back, and it's out of genuine kindness from the bottom of my heart!"

Liu Wangfu was preoccupied with finding a market for his apples and pears.

How could he possibly care about the bickering between these young girls?

He stood by the yard, head down, pondering the situation of the village's orchard, his brows furrowed in deep thought.

His mind was entirely focused on how to expand sales channels.

I had no time to care who was arguing about what.

He interrupted their argument by speaking directly.

"Manqing, if that's really the case, then Uncle will do as you say!"

Liu Wangfu looked up at Qiao Manqing, who was speaking, and felt a little wavering.

"Although this girl is usually quite stubborn, she always has her own reasons for doing things."

Qiao Manqing slammed her hand on the table, and a thin layer of dust immediately rose up on it.

"Uncle Liu, we can sign an agreement. If we really can't sell them, I'll make up the difference!"

"I can afford this debt."

Liu Piaopiao and Fang Wanyu's expressions changed instantly; they never expected that this "bitch" would dare to make such a guarantee!

The two exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with shock.

"What on earth is this woman planning? She's taking such a huge risk and she seems so confident of victory!"

"Village Chief Liu."

Fu Li'an suddenly spoke.

"Since Wan Yin dared to make such a guarantee, she must have something to be sure of."

He slowly glanced at Qiao Manqing.

"I don't know her personality, but she never makes empty promises or boasts."

"Besides, apples and pears are indeed more reliable than cherries, and medicinal herbs can provide long-term benefits."

He added as he analyzed.

"From an investment return perspective, this is also a good choice."

Upon hearing Fu Li'an's words, Liu Wangfu slapped his thigh in exasperation.

"Okay! It's settled then, we'll do as Wan Yin says!"

Village Chief Liu immediately made up his mind.

"With your opinions on the matter, I have nothing to worry about."

Qiao Manqing immediately signed the document and handed it to Liu Wangfu.

She picked up a calligraphy brush and wrote her name on the paper with a graceful, flowing motion, then steadily handed it over.

"Uncle Liu, this is the agreement. You can keep it safe."

"Uncle Liu, is there anything else you want to say? If not, I'll take him with me now."

Qiao Manqing turned her head to look at the other end of the room and asked with a smile.

As she spoke, she casually took Fu Lian'an's hand.

Fu Lian was taken aback.

The sudden contact left him momentarily stunned.

Her hands were small and soft, and holding them stirred a flutter in one's heart.

Liu Wangfu said with great joy, "It's all gone! Wanyin has solved a big problem for our village tonight!"

"I'll definitely praise you a lot at the village meeting tomorrow!"

"Thank you, Uncle Liu! We'll head back now!"

She said it with a smile.

"I'm about to fall asleep if I stay any longer~"

As soon as she finished speaking, she grabbed Fu Lian and ran outside.

That was his wife in his past life!

A name he could never escape in his life had suddenly appeared before him, catching him completely off guard.

Once they were outside the village chief's courtyard, she immediately let go of him.

Fu Li'an looked down at his empty palm, his brows furrowing slightly.

"You should go home now and stop hanging around with the girls."

Qiao Manqing walked and talked, her steps light and her tone relaxed, completely unaware that the man next to her had darkened his face and his eyes had turned cold.

Fu Li'an's face gradually darkened.

"Even though I was the one who pursued you and forced you to get engaged, now that we're engaged, you have to wait for me to come back with a clean slate, understand?"

Qiao Manqing said this without turning her head, her tone becoming more serious.

Sigh, saying this feels somewhat forced and awkward, and I'm really embarrassed to say it out loud...

But he couldn't remain silent, because he vaguely sensed that in this era, if some kind of rule wasn't established early on, Liu Piaopiao might take advantage of the situation.

This is the only way to bind him with morality.

He dared not reveal the truth rashly, fearing it would shock the world and arouse suspicion.

"Qiao Manqing".

"Huh? What?"

She stopped and turned to look at him, asking with a puzzled expression, "Why are you suddenly so serious?"

Why are you running so fast?

Fu Li'an's voice was very low.

Qiao Manqing was taken aback for a moment, then asked in return, "What, you're reluctant to leave?"

She said it as a joke, seemingly to ease the tension.

The moonlight shone on his face.

Fu Li'an's face was half hidden in shadow and half exposed to the cold moonlight.

He took a few steps closer.

"Didn't you just tell me not to look at other women? Now you're in such a hurry to leave?"

Qiao Manqing's heart skipped a beat, her cheeks flushed slightly, but she forced herself to remain calm and said, "Isn't it because I'm afraid someone's soul will be stolen?"

He took a step closer, and the two were almost as close as they could possibly be.