The moonlight was cold, giving the words on the note a silver sheen, making it even more mysterious.
Shen Qiqi frowned slightly, curiosity tickling her heart like a cat's claws. What era is this? Are people still playing this kind of "escape room" trick?
"See you tomorrow at noon on the hillside behind the village?" she said aloud, with a hint of sarcasm in her tone.
Lu Qing also came over, glanced at the note, raised his thick eyebrows slightly, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes.
He said with a hint of jealousy, "Who is it? So mysterious? Are you attracted to our Qiqi's stunning beauty?"
Shen Qiqi rolled her eyes and slapped him in annoyance: "Stop talking nonsense! I don't think it's a good thing. Who knows if it's some old man who is jealous of my excellence and wants to have an 'in-depth discussion' with me." She said this, but her heart was itchy as if there was something growing in it, and she wanted to know the answer immediately.
The two returned to the room, and the dim light of the kerosene lamp danced on the wall.
Shen Qiqi put the note on the table and studied it carefully, almost taking out a magnifying glass.
The note was made of ordinary material and the handwriting was sloppy, nothing special about it.
While stroking the note, she frantically searched her mind for the possible "mastermind".
Who still plays the “guess who I am” game these days?
It's like playing Werewolf!
Lu Qing watched her from the side and began to feel curious. Who would dare to do something like this these days?
Could it be that he wanted to give his wife a "surprise"?
He rubbed his chin and decided that he must go and see tomorrow. If anyone dared to touch a hair of his wife, he would let that person know why the flowers are so red!
The next day, at the meeting to promote the cooperation project between the two villages, the atmosphere was not as harmonious as usual.
Representatives from both sides argued fiercely over the issue of resource allocation, their faces red and their saliva flying.
Village chief Lin and Aunt Qian each insisted on their own opinion and neither was willing to give in. The meeting room was as lively as a vegetable market.
"Why should you take half? Our village has provided a lot of labor!" Uncle Zhao stiffened his neck, looking unconvinced.
"You are inefficient at work, and you have already received enough!" Aunt Qian was not to be outdone. She put her hands on her hips, looking like she was right.
Accountant Sun stood there anxiously, his abacus practically falling apart from the way he shook it. He kept muttering, "What should I do? What should I do?" Uncle Lu sarcastically said, "I was told Qiqi was meddling in other people's business by organizing this inter-village exchange program. Now, isn't this what's happening?"
Seeing that the situation was about to get out of control, Shen Qiqi coughed lightly, and the crisp sound was like a breeze that blew away the smog in the conference room.
"Everyone, please be patient. We are all trying to live a good life. There is no need to damage the harmony over such a small matter."
She picked up the pen on the table and drew quickly on the paper, saying in a firm tone: "Resource allocation cannot be a one-size-fits-all approach. It must be adjusted according to the actual situation so that both parties can be satisfied." She explained the new allocation plan in an orderly manner, with clear ideas and well-organized logic. Every word was like a small hammer, knocking on everyone's heart.
"How about this... this... and this?" She pointed at the drawing.
Everyone looked at each other, all intimidated by Shen Qiqi's aura, and the quarreling noises just now gradually subsided.
Shen Qiqi put the plan down, crossed her arms, and had a meaningful smile on her lips: "Okay, does anyone have any questions?"
Just as she finished speaking, she heard Lu Qing ask softly: "So, are you planning to go to the hillside behind the village tomorrow, or not?"
As soon as Shen Qiqi's plan came out, the conference room fell silent.
Aunt Qian and Uncle Zhao looked at each other, and saw surprise in each other's eyes.
This plan is great!
Why didn’t I think of that!
The tense atmosphere before suddenly collapsed like a deflated ball.
"What's wrong with Qiqi's brain? It's smarter than the abacus beads!" Uncle Zhao slapped his thigh, and the wrinkles on his face were all smiling.
"That's right! This plan is fair, just, and open!" Aunt Qian also echoed, her tone full of appreciation.
Even Uncle Lu, who had always been sour, shut up and secretly gave a thumbs up.
He thought to himself: This third daughter-in-law is really capable. I really underestimated her before!
Accountant Sun was so excited that tears streamed down his face. With trembling hands, he fiddled with the abacus a few times, "Brilliant! Brilliant! This way, both villages will benefit! Qiqi, you've been a great contributor to our village!"
Shen Qiqi felt a little embarrassed by the praise, and she waved her hand modestly: "It's all for the good of everyone! Common prosperity is the hard truth!"
After the meeting, the villagers gathered around and expressed their appreciation for Shen Qiqi's plan.
Shen Qiqi stood in the center of the crowd, feeling like a general returning from a triumphant victory, radiating confidence.
She took a deep breath, feeling the full sense of accomplishment, and felt very happy.
In the evening, the setting sun dyes the sky golden red.
Shen Qiqi and Lu Qing walked hand in hand on the country road between the two villages.
The breeze brings bursts of floral fragrance, refreshing the heart.
Lu Qing gently held Shen Qiqi's hand and looked at her affectionately: "Qiqi, you are awesome! I am so lucky to have such an outstanding wife like you!"
Shen Qiqi looked back at him, a happy smile on her face: "You are great too! You have always supported and encouraged me silently."
Lu Qing suddenly stopped, pulled Shen Qiqi into his arms, and hugged her tightly: "Qiqi, I love you!"
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