Even though Cheng Chao was on vacation, he couldn't find peace and quiet when faced with this situation.
He had exchanged a few words with Jian Dan here, and he also had his own considerations. Naturally, he hoped that everything would be fine here. What they were thinking of was just a way to protect themselves. In the current environment, it was hard to say whether these things would be a credit or a piece of meat in someone else's eyes.
That's a good idea, but the process needs to be carefully considered and refined.
Perhaps there is another, more convenient and safer way.
However, looking at Jian Dan's face, which had regained its energy, I still wanted to confirm with her.
"We all thought it would be difficult for us to get into the deep mountains, and it would be difficult for others as well. But now it seems that the deep mountains are not safe either. If we delay any longer, what if something else happens to the gold mine?"
Or, could it be that others among them have also discovered this situation and have already spread the news?
Jian Dan was taken aback; she hadn't expected that.
"Are you worried that neighboring countries will find out and go there to guard the border beforehand, and since it's right on the border, you're afraid of a conflict?"
Cheng Chao nodded.
"Yes, since ancient times, there have been countless disputes over border matters, not to mention the immense wealth involved. What does it matter if we tear off the mask of respect? Only what we can actually obtain is the real benefit."
"Huh? So what are you thinking?"
"Is it enough to just hold onto the goods, or do you want to fight them again and demoralize them further?"
Cheng Chao had a look on his face that said, "Are you stupid?"
"Am I a warmonger? Anyone who initiates border clashes will face a military court."
She didn't quite understand the simplicity of it, but her main point was to stick to her rebellious spirit to the end. She felt a kind of helpless frustration at Cheng Chao's straightforward and naive way of speaking.
"Are you stupid? You think you can negotiate a war?"
You have to let them make the first move, right? Even if you're in the wrong, you have to find a way to put yourself on the side of being right.
"No, to me, it sounds like you're trying to incite me to make a mistake."
"Is there?"
She paused briefly, then said, "Yeah, so where did her fighting spirit come from?"
"Hehe, I get angry just talking about them. Do you want me to make you beat them up?"
Cheng Chao understood her personality quite well. He looked her up and down twice, but still didn't budge.
"Come on, I always feel like you're up to no good."
If this matter isn't resolved by then, and we end up making a scene over this, I'll be devastated.
As they say, if the other side really has a larger share, even if a reconciliation is eventually reached, think about it, wouldn't all those things have to be divided up?
Although, in principle, it's not actually within our territory, since it's already been discovered, are you willing to just hand it over?
Cheng Chao was not one to blindly follow the rules, especially since he was guarding the border and had a particularly keen awareness of the sensitivities between nations.
"If it were you, would you be willing to give up what you've already got to someone else?"
"That won't do!"
This question is simple and straightforward.
"What's in my hands is mine. You want it out? No way."
She instantly understood what Cheng Chao meant, and waved her hand dismissively.
"Oh, don't worry, let them investigate. If they can find it, they'll be amazing."
However, to discover this under those conditions and keep this great secret without uttering a word, those few people are truly remarkable.
I really admire that simplicity.
"If they had just revealed a little bit, they would have been willing to give you whatever riches and honors you wanted. Why would you be in such a state of hunger and cold now?"
To be honest, such a huge temptation is tempting even to me.
Cheng Chao was filled with anxiety. He had just calmed down and confirmed that he had tampered with the thing so that no one could find it.
But if even she's envious of this, what kind of treasure must it be?
It was him; his heart was pounding involuntarily, and he became more serious and cautious than before.
"Just pretend you don't know anything about this, and don't do anything about it."
I'll go back and discuss it. We also need to contact the border authorities to closely monitor their recent activities in the mountains. No matter what, we must be fully prepared and have a worst-case scenario in mind.
"Fine, fine, you're in charge."
With Cheng Chao, whom they knew so well, the limits of simple probing became increasingly lenient.
After several years together, she had nothing to hide. She believed that Cheng Chao was aware that she had a secret, but he couldn't help but not ask or tell her, and he never pried into it. Sometimes she would wonder what she would say if he really asked.
Who knows how long it's been? Cheng Chao stubbornly endured it. Several times Jian Dan noticed that he stared at her for a long time, but after a while, he acted as if nothing had happened.
If this happens a few more times, he might be able to resist asking, but even Jian Dan might not be able to hold back from saying anything.
"Don't just sit there. I know you're anxious. Go back to the meeting and decide what you need me for. Then tell me."
I promise I won't go up the mountain anytime soon, okay?
"......"
Cheng Chao was also a little confused for a moment.
"Have we mixed up our roles?"
With the Lunar New Year approaching, this side business has done well this year, and the whole village of Liujiatun is filled with a strong festive atmosphere.
Not only in Liujiatun, but also at the town's supply and marketing cooperative and the pre-Lunar New Year market, the difference from previous years was evident. The number of villagers coming in was more than double that of previous years, and their faces were filled with hopeful joy as they chatted and laughed, exchanging goods or simply taking money to buy daily necessities.
Those who care about the elderly and children will buy some soft, fluffy steamed sponge cakes and half a pound of fruit candy.
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