Just as Tang Qingshan was vehemently criticizing Xu Lanzhi, many people saw Xu Lanzhi and Wang standing at the door.

Everyone shut up, and Tang Qingshan, with his back to the door, remained completely unaware.

They were still teasing Xu Lanzhi, saying, "She wants to be a rich young lady who treats money like dirt, so we have to do everything we can to make it happen!"

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"Brother Qingshan, stop talking!" someone kindly reminded him.

"Okay, that's enough, let's keep playing. I'm betting big, what about you guys?" Tang Qingshan was so engrossed in the game that he didn't notice the strange atmosphere at all.

"Brother Qingshan, you're living a very carefree life!" Xu Lanzhi said casually.

Tang Qingshan felt a chill run down his spine and turned around in fright, saying, "Sister-in-law, Aunt, what brings you here?"

Xu Lanzhi's eyes were sharp, and she sneered, "If I hadn't come, how would I have known that Brother Qingshan was helping me with my work!"

"Sister-in-law, you've misunderstood. That was just a joke. We've all been working the whole time, and we just came in to rest because we were tired!"

Xu Lanzhi snorted coldly: "It's tiring enough. Gambling, drinking and eating meat, and making fun of me. How can I not be tired? Brother Qingshan, you've worked hard these past few days. Go home and rest. For your father's sake, I won't pursue the number of people you inflated and the time you wasted. But I'm too stupid to need someone as shrewd as you!"

Tang Qingshan never expected Xu Lanzhi to go so far as to fire him. He was so frightened that he immediately knelt down and pleaded:

"Sister-in-law, please, give me a chance, I'll change!"

Wang scolded directly, "If it weren't for your father's sake, would your sister-in-law have assigned such an important job to you? It's too late to regret it now!"

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Tang Qingshan can't afford to lose this job; it would be a huge loss of money and face.

He knelt down and walked to Xu Lanzhi, weeping bitterly, saying, "Sister-in-law, I suddenly became arrogant and ignorant after having some power. I deserve to die. Please give me this chance for my father's sake. I will definitely do my best!"

Xu Lanzhi said with an air of superiority, "Brother Qingshan, my temple is too small to accommodate a Buddha like you. Uncle Yongnian will personally go and apologize. You should leave!"

Tang Qingshan knelt for a long time, pleading for a long time, but Xu Lanzhi seemed not to hear him. She simply said to the others, "Fellow villagers, I believe that the price I have given is absolutely fair to everyone. If you want to do it, then do it diligently. If you don't want to do it, there are plenty of people from all around who want to make money here!"

Xu Lanzhi didn't argue, make a fuss, or curse. Her gentle words were sharp and chilling!

Everyone was terrified and quickly put down what they were holding, trying to slip away!

Xu Lanzhi said slowly, "Everyone who gathered here to gamble today, go find Erzhuzi tomorrow to settle your wages, and don't come back again!"

The men quickly pleaded, "Madam Xu, we were misled by Tang Qingshan. He insisted on dragging us into this. Please forgive us this time, and we'll never dare to do it again!"

"Please leave, everyone!" Xu Lanzhi said decisively, leaving no room for negotiation!

Those people knew that further discussion was pointless, so they could only sigh and leave.

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Xu Lanzhi only now expressed her anger and grievances. She had always thought of everyone and didn't want to wrong the villagers. Her kindness was described as foolish and rich.

She didn't care about the money; she was heartbroken that her kindness had been trampled on so casually!

Madam Wang was startled by Lanzhi's appearance and, fearing that she might do something rash, quickly comforted her, saying, "Lanzhi, don't be angry. I'll go and scold those ungrateful wretches. From now on, I'll personally keep an eye on them for you, and I guarantee they won't dare to cheat or slack off again!"

"Mother, I'm fine!" Xu Lanzhi quickly calmed down and walked out with a stern expression. She said to a worker next to her, "Go and call Erzhu here!"

The man hurriedly put down his hoe and ran towards Erzhu's house as if fleeing.

Before long, Erzhuzi came running up, panting. He asked breathlessly, "Sister-in-law, you were looking for me!"

"I asked you and Tang Qingshan to keep a close eye on things for me, and this is how you do your job, letting him do whatever he wants? Do you all think I, Xu Lanzhi, am a fool?"

Erzhuzi suddenly became flustered: "Sister-in-law, I was wrong about this. I talked to Qingshan twice, and he changed some things. I thought we were all from the same village and didn't want to make things too awkward, so I didn't tell you!"

Xu Lanzhi said angrily, "So you're all good people and I'm the only sucker? Fine, I remember how the villagers took good care of us when we were a widow and orphans. Although there were some gossips, my seven daughters are all alive and well. I'm grateful, so I always think of you first and help you out. And this is how you help me with my work!"

Xu Lanzhi's words made everyone feel ashamed and guilty. These days, everyone has been thinking about how to take advantage of Xu Lanzhi's family, and no one has thought about how much Xu Lanzhi's family has sacrificed for everyone.

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Feeling guilty, someone said, "Madam Xu, you're right. We've let you down. I'll make amends by not charging wages for the next few days and focusing on planting the wheat!"

"Yes, Madam Xu, we'll make up for our mistakes. Please give us another chance. We promise to do a good job this time!"

Erzhuzi also pleaded, "Sister-in-law, everyone here is hardworking, but they've been led astray by a few people. Please loosen your grip and let everyone keep going!"

Xu Lanzhi looked sharply at Erzhuzi and asked, "Can I still trust you?"

Erzhuzi felt guilty and his face flushed as he said, "Sister-in-law, I won't be a pushover anymore. Don't worry, I'll definitely take good care of this base for you. Please give everyone another chance!"

After a long while, Xu Lanzhi said, "Erzhuzi, you said it yourself, so I'll trust you one more time and you can come over to Jianchang too!"

When Liu Jianchang heard his aunt calling him, he rushed over.

Xu Lanzhi said, "From now on, the management of the planting base will be handled by Erzhuzi and Jianchang. If everyone works diligently, I will certainly not treat you unfairly. But if anyone tries to slack off or cheat, I will not tolerate it."

Especially you two, Erzhu and Jianchang, need to take responsibility and keep a close eye on things, otherwise I'll kick you out first!

Erzhuzi, don't always think about being a good person. Ability is more valuable than favors. Jianchang, don't just focus on farming. I brought you here to supervise everyone. If they're not doing well, you need to point it out promptly. What's the use if only you are doing well?

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Erzhuzi and Liu Jianchang readily agreed.

Xu Lanzhi then addressed everyone, saying, "I've said everything I needed to say today. Tang Qingshan embezzled public funds; please take this as a warning. I, Xu Lanzhi, am not afraid to spend money, but I absolutely will not support idlers!" (cascoo.net)

After saying that, he helped Wang Shi up and said, "Mother, let's go back!"

Wang was still in a daze when she realized how amazing Xu Lanzhi was. She didn't throw a tantrum or curse anyone, and everyone was convinced by her words. She truly deserved to be called Madam Xu!