Qian Liulin thought that if he took a tougher stance, Song Lili might relent, but he found that Song Lili's attitude was even tougher than his.
After a long standoff, with Song Lili showing no signs of softening, Qian Liulin knew that his plans had failed.
He couldn't help but smile bitterly to himself. It seemed that Song Lili truly understood what he was going to do and knew what the consequences would be.
He sighed, "Lili, I... maybe my tone was bad just now, but I just want to tell you, they..." If possible, he still wanted to save everyone.
"Brother Qian," Song Lili interrupted Qian Liulin again, "I know very well the value of the people you're talking about, I don't need you to tell me again."
This catastrophe initially affected the cultural sphere, so those who were sent here at this time must be people with exceptionally high cultural literacy.
Their value is obvious without needing to think about it carefully.
However, even if she knew this, she didn't intend to sacrifice herself to protect them.
"What I just told you is my bottom line. If you agree, then send it over. If you don't agree, then forget it. I don't accept bargaining."
As she spoke, Song Lili was about to get up. Her own future was uncertain, and she couldn't guarantee anything for others either.
As soon as Song Lili stood up, Zhang Qinghua also stood up, showing his support for Song Lili's decision.
The atmosphere became tense again, leaving everyone else feeling somewhat at a loss.
Song Lili looked at Qian Liulin calmly and said, "Brother Qian, even if I said I could protect them, would you believe me?"
Qian Liulin suddenly froze on the spot as if struck by lightning. Yes, can a guarantee really make it certain?
Was he confused in his haste?
"I've given you my biggest promise. If you're not satisfied, there's nothing I can do." Song Lili said and left. As for the decisions of others, she had no say in them.
As Song Lili was about to walk out the door, Qian Liulin sighed deeply, "Girl, come back. I agree."
In an instant, Qian Liulin understood: those who make promises without any substance are the least trustworthy, while Song Lili is the most reliable.
"Alright, go ahead and say it." Song Lili sat back down in her original seat.
Qian Liulin knew that their cryptic conversation had left the others confused, and they needed an explanation.
"Well, I have a few elders who might be staying here for a while, so I'd like to ask you to take care of them for me."
“They are old and can’t take much hardship, and their health isn’t very good either, which is why I’m asking you for help.”
Qian Liulin ultimately didn't tell the truth, but Song Lili understood; these things shouldn't be said carelessly, and the fewer people who know, the better.
Li Weiguo knew from Song Lili's attitude earlier that this seemingly easy thing might not be so simple, so he became much more cautious.
"Comrade Qian, rest assured, we will do our best to take care of them."
Yang Weimin didn't speak, but he nodded in agreement. Song Yongren didn't say anything at all, because there was no room for him to speak here.
Zhang Qinghua looked at Qian Liulin and said, "Lili's decision is my decision."
Qian Liulin listened to Zhang Qinghua's words, then looked at the two of them in surprise, and a deep smile appeared in his eyes.
"Alright, then I'll leave it to you all." Qian Liulin bowed deeply to everyone.
"Brother Qian, tell me, how many people are there?"
"There are four people in total, the youngest is fifty years old and the oldest is sixty years old. Lili, Brother Qian is entrusting these people to you."
“Hey…you mustn’t…” Song Lili stopped Qian Liulin, “I don’t have that much power, don’t talk nonsense.”
She didn't want to take responsibility alone; the pressure was too much.
"No, Brother Qian, I believe in you. I'm afraid only you have the ability to protect them. Please." Qian Liulin bowed again.
If he initially wanted to give it a try because he was more familiar with Hongqi Village compared to other villages and had a good impression of Li Weiguo, then...
After what just happened, Qian Liulin became certain that Song Lili was the most clear-headed one, and that if she could protect herself, she could also protect the old man.
Therefore, Qian Liulin believed Song Lili.
Song Lili didn't want these burdens to weigh on her. "Brother Qian, I can only say that I've tried my best. You know, there are things I can't do." It's better to be upfront about these things.
"I know," Qian Liulin knew perfectly well.
"All I can tell you is that I will do my best to cook what I promised you."
"Thank you so much already." Qian Liulin was somewhat dejected, thinking about what he had heard recently, and felt that the road ahead was bleak.
"Brother Qian, are there still people like this? Also, could you get rid of that Song Yi for me? He's a troublemaker, and it's not safe to keep him around."
"How did you know?" Qian Liulin looked at Song Lili in shock.
Song Lili smiled slightly, "I didn't know before, but now that you're here, I know."
"Okay, I'll take care of it. I'll leave Wu Ying to you to look after."
"Okay, but you'd better tell Wu Ying not to keep testing me. Maybe I'll consider it."
At this moment, Song Lili was like a devil possessed, making even the worldly-wise Qian Liulin unable to handle her.
"I understand, she definitely won't do it again." Qian Liulin suddenly laughed, a very pleasant laugh.
"That would be best." Song Lili raised her chin proudly, like a proud peacock.
Even though the deal was settled, apart from Song Lili who knew everything, only Zhang Qinghua had some vague guesses. Everyone else was still confused.
"Alright, those team leaders should be back soon. Let's head back too, and I'll find you some local specialties when we get back."
Having finished explaining everything, Song Lili prepared to leave.
Suddenly, she remembered that there was something important she hadn't said yet: "If anyone else comes in the future, you'd better find someone who knows how to treat illnesses."
For the sake of those elderly people, after all, they are not young anymore.
"Okay, I understand." Qian Liulin could only nod at this point, and he admired Song Lili very much.
"Well, that's all for now. I won't be coming again, Brother Qian. Goodbye."
Everyone else followed along, completely bewildered, wondering what the point of their presence was.
Everyone from the boss's group came out, and Daqing immediately rushed over, "Are you all done? What did you say? Tell me quickly."
Song Lili glanced at him. "No one's coming, right?" If someone overhears, it won't be good for the elderly person who's coming.
"No." Daqing nodded firmly.
“Tell them not to tell anyone about this. This is important, for their own sake and for the sake of those elderly people.”
Otherwise, if word gets out, it will be implicated later.
Zhang Qinghua was surprised to hear this, but he still nodded.
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