Xu Lanzhi went inside, greeted Tang Yongnian and his family, and then picked up Tang Qiqi to leave.

She said apologetically, "I'm so sorry, Yongnian Shu, Qiqi is too wild and has caused you trouble!"

Tang Yongnian said cheerfully, "Alright, Qiqi has told me everything. I'm happy that you're thinking of the villagers. You've conveyed what you asked Qiqi to say. Now that you're here, let's discuss the details and see if this can be done!"

Xu Lanzhi was completely bewildered and asked in surprise, "Uncle, did Qiqi say something nonsense to you again? Don't believe her, that child is always daydreaming!"

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Tang Yongnian assumed that Xu Lanzhi had changed her mind and was going to plant rice in Dashuwan, and he became anxious.

If Xu Lanzhi doesn't develop her business in her own village and instead goes to another village, the losses will be huge. Not only will the villagers not benefit, but others will also say that she is an incompetent village head.

So he put away his smile and said earnestly, "Lanzhi, if you have any difficulties, just tell your uncle. I think the same way as you. With grain in hand, we have nothing to fear. We still remember the hardships we suffered a few years ago. As long as you can guarantee that everyone can receive the rent on time and get more grain than they do now, I will persuade everyone to rent their land to you for unified cultivation!"

Xu Lanzhi finally understood what Tang Yongnian was talking about. She glared at Tang Qiqi, thinking how this little brat was truly lawless, using her name to talk to the village chief about this.

Xu Lanzhi smiled apologetically: "Uncle, Qiqi was just making things up. How could a woman like me have that kind of ability? Tang Qiqi, come with me!"

Tang Yongnian was displeased: "Lanzhi, I know your uncle is frivolous. Your second sister has two sons, and your second sister's husband is a hardworking man, but they are surnamed Lin, unlike the people from Tangjiagou." "We're all from the same lineage," he said. "Don't worry, your uncle will help you. It's settled then."

Xu Lanzhi was speechless: "Uncle, you've misunderstood. Qiqi made all of this up!"

"Xu Lanzhi, that's not very kind of you. Such a big thing, and you didn't teach her. What does a little kid like her know? Don't make a child take the blame."

"Just like you said, you prepare the rent and seeds, I'll talk to the villagers, then arrange for people to measure the land, make a register and draw up maps, and make sure the land is cultivated before spring planting!"

Xu Lanzhi smiled helplessly. It was too late to say anything now. If she refused again, Tang Yongnian would get angry.

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She understood Tang Qiqi's plan. It sounded wonderful, but the investment was too large, and she really couldn't bear to part with that much money.

But things are hard to say now, so we can only grit our teeth and use all our savings to complete the big project Tang Qiqi mentioned.

Xu Lanzhi asked with a complicated expression, "Uncle, do you really think this can work?"

Tang Yongnian patted his chest and said, "As long as you give me a written agreement, offering 500 wen of rent per mu per year, plus two shi of wheat per mu, I can definitely persuade them to dig up the field ridges themselves!"

Xu Lanzhi was on the verge of tears. This Tang Qiqi was truly audacious. In a good year, this acre of land could only produce a maximum of one shi of wheat, yet she was so generous, giving others twice the grain per acre and even paying an extra 500 wen. Even a fool would be willing to do that!

Tang Yongnian is a cunning old fox. Doesn't he know the market prices in the fields? By making him sign this contract, he's expected to be the sucker, but Tang is happy to play both sides!

Xu Lanzhi looked troubled: "Uncle, with your conditions, I'd be bankrupt. Let's just forget about it!"

Tang Yongnian said coldly, "The high-quality seeds you grow will boost your yield quickly. Besides, you've made a lot of money running your chicken farm. The villagers are all poor. Lanzhi, be generous. That's what you told Qiqi to tell me. Only in this way will everyone be willing to rent their land to you!"

Tang Qiqi, fearing that Xu Lanzhi would refuse outright, quickly interjected, "Mother, didn't you say that we're all one family in this village? We'd rather suffer a loss than let our family suffer. Why is it like this now? Grandpa, my mother has agreed, so I'll trouble you to get everyone together to discuss the land rental. My mother and I will go prepare the rent now!"

After Tang Qiqi finished speaking, she pulled Xu Lanzhi and dragged her outside. Tang Yongnian said, "There's no rush. We should eat some dumplings!" But he had already gotten up to see the guests off!

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Xu Lanzhi's heart was bleeding, but she could only force a smile and say goodbye!

Meanwhile, Tang Yongnian's wife, son, and daughter-in-law had changed their initial dissatisfaction with Xu Lanzhi to admiration.

As expected of someone who has made money, the conditions they offered were too tempting. They were all too surprised to say anything, for fear of confusing Xu Lanzhi and making it impossible to rent out the land, since their family owned more than ten acres of land!

Putting Tang Yongnian's family aside for the moment, Xu Lanzhi now wishes she could put Tang Qiqi back into her womb. This gentle and kind mother has been forced into becoming a shrew by Tang Qiqi!

With just a few words from her little mouth, Xu Lanzhi's hard-earned savings went down the drain.

Xu Lanzhi flung Tang Qiqi's hand away and cursed, "Tang Qiqi, you've really grown bold, haven't you? Who gave you the guts to use my hard-earned money to do favors!"

Tang Qiqi said calmly, "Mother, mind your image. You are the most knowledgeable, gentle, and virtuous woman in Tangjiagou. Making a scene in the street is not your style!"

"I have no style, but if I don't beat you up today, I'm not your mother!" Xu Lanzhi was still furious, but Tang Qiqi's words definitely had an effect. Her cursing voice was eight octaves lower as she dragged Tang Qiqi home in a hurry.

A villager asked, "Lanzhi, what are you doing? Qiqi is being naughty again!"

"It's alright, the child wet her pants, I'll take her home to change her!" Xu Lanzhi said with a smile.

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Tang Qiqi protested sternly: "Mom, why did you have to say I wet my pants? Tang Qiqi never wets her pants! I can't bear the shame!"

"Shut up, I'll deal with you when we get home!" Xu Lanzhi bluntly and forcefully stopped Tang Qiqi's protest.

Back home, Xu Lanzhi threw Tang Qiqi into the house, bolted the door, and angrily said, "Tang Qiqi, if I don't give you a beating today, you won't even know who your mother is!"

Tang Qiqi was extremely panicked. Xu Lanzhi had the qualities of a miser; she might really make a move today.

Tang Qiqi had no choice but to reveal her identity as Little Lucky Baby, saying while dodging, "Mom, have you forgotten? I'm the Little Lucky Baby sent by Heaven to bring good fortune to our family. How could I possibly cheat you? Didn't I already calculate it for you? I'll definitely break even within a year, and I'll make sure you earn back your little treasure!"

Xu Lanzhi chased after him, yelling, "Is this about money? You've made such a big fuss behind my back, don't you deserve a beating!"

Tang Qiqi couldn't run anymore, so she simply surrendered and obediently stood in front of Xu Lanzhi, saying, "Mother, hit me. It was my fault. I shouldn't have gone to see Grandpa Yongnian behind your back!"