Chapter 413

Chapter 413

Xiao Zhang was brimming with questions.

Wang Qinghe probably didn’t trust anyone else, so this is what happened.

As long as Wang Shoucheng got involved, this plan wouldn’t be in vain.

"Thanks for your help this time, Xiao Zhang," Wang Qinghe thanked him.

Without Xiao Zhang’s help, things would have been more troublesome for him.

"No biggie. It feels awesome helping you out, Brother Wang. Also, if it weren’t for your reminder, my brother and I would have gotten into serious trouble continuing that business. No matter how much we thank you, it’s not enough."

Thinking about what his brother found out yesterday gave him the chills.

Even people from other places knew that the black market business in their county was huge.

They took this chance to get out of the business, handing it all over to Wang Shoucheng.

Nobody could pin anything on his brother for selling grain. What they did for Brother Wang was a small favor compared to what Brother Wang had done for them.

"Brother Wang, there’s another thing," Xiao Zhang thought of what his little brother mentioned the other day and felt he should bring it up.

Wang Qinghe was puzzled. "What is it?"

"Old Wang’s family isn’t far from a friend of mine. He said that recently, there have been strangers showing up at Old Wang’s place. They don’t look like they’re from our county, and they dress quite properly.

There are two men, an old man and a middle-aged man.

They always bring some gifts when they come and leave soon after."

Xiao Zhang repeated his friend’s description word for word and even described the two men’s appearances to Wang Qinghe.

After listening, Wang Qinghe had a clearer picture in his mind. Sounds like He Quan and He Youde from the description.

But He Youde probably harbored a lot of resentment towards Old Wang’s family for ruining his plans. If it really was them, they probably needed Old Wang’s family for something again.

"I understand now. Old Wang’s family might be up to something soon. Keep an eye on them for me. If anything goes down with their family, reach out to Yu Cheng.

He’ll find a way to let me know."

"Don’t worry, Brother Wang. I’ll keep watch," Xiao Zhang patted his chest and guaranteed.

"Thanks," Wang Qinghe was very grateful to Xiao Zhang. Although he had helped Xiao Zhang before, Xiao Zhang had helped him even more.

Without Xiao Zhang’s help, he and Xiuxiu would have had a much harder time leaving the village.

"Brother Wang, you're thanking me again? That's too formal!" Xiao Zhang scratched his head, feeling helpless.

Brother Wang was great in every way, but he was too formal.

Suddenly, there was another knock at the door.

Hearing this, Xiao Zhang quickly got up. "That should be my brother coming to find me. Brother Wang, I’ll take my leave now."

"Let me see you off."

Wang Qinghe stood up to see him out.

At the front gate, Big Brother Zhang felt deeply grateful when he saw Wang Qinghe.

This trip to the provincial city had brought him news that left him even more frightened and thankful.

Their county's black market was actually that notorious!

"Brother Wang," Big Brother Zhang greeted him warmly.

Wang Qinghe was somewhat surprised by his choice of address but didn’t say anything, casually asking him about the follow-up on the black market dealings.

Big Brother Zhang pondered in his mind. Even though he and his brother would be working in the factory, if an opportunity came up, they’d still want to be involved.

After thinking for a long time, he felt that Wang Qinghe was not a simple man.

It may not seem like much now, but what happens later?

"Brother Wang, this trip to the provincial city made me realize how right you were before. Thanks to your help, we’re better off. From now on, my brother and I will follow your lead in everything.

If there's anything you need us to help with, we will do it without question.

We’d give anything except our lives."

Big Brother Zhang was trying to establish a connection with Wang Qinghe through this.

It wouldn’t hurt to help Wang Qinghe in the future. At least, his brother hadn’t lost out recently.

Wang Qinghe was even more surprised that Big Brother Zhang intended to help him. Seeing no hidden agenda, Wang Qinghe didn’t turn him down. He did need people to help him.

"Then I thank you in advance," Wang Qinghe said, already thinking about bringing them to the provincial city.

They couldn’t do much for him back in the county; coming to the provincial city would be better.

But before it was arranged, he couldn’t just ask them directly.

Xiao Zhang didn’t expect his brother to think the same as him, and he felt immense joy inside.

After exchanging a few more words, the Zhang brothers left.

Wang Qinghe closed the door and returned home.

Inside, Wei Pozi was chatting with the two kids and Bai Xiuxiu. Bai Xiuxiu felt only guilt as she looked at the two children.

Lately, she had been running back and forth between the He family and home with Qinghe, leaving little time to care for the kids. Her mother-in-law had been taking care of them.

The kids clung to her now, making her feel even guiltier.

When Wang Qinghe entered the room, he saw the two children clinging to his wife, begging her to tell them a story.

Seeing his family, his eyes softened.

"How about letting the two children sleep with us tonight?" Wang Qinghe also sat next to his wife and asked softly.

Bai Xiuxiu's eyes lit up. "I think that’s a good idea. It’s just one night and won’t delay our early morning. Mom, can Mingming and Yueyue sleep with Qinghe and me tonight?"

Wei Pozi chuckled at the suggestion. "That's great, or else the kids might become distant over time."

After discussing it, Wang Qinghe picked up the two children. "Don't cling to your mom. Dad will take you to wash up."

The family was getting ready for bed.

Meanwhile, over at the He household, someone couldn't sleep at all!

Qi Yingying sat on the living room sofa, mulling over the request her younger son had made.

She felt frustrated. How could she even mention this to Wei Wei?

The money Wei Wei had was compensation from Ji Feng and He Huihui.

Wei Wei was already heartbroken, and as her mother, borrowing money from her would just make things worse.

That wouldn't do.

But if she ignored He Cheng, he'd keep worrying about his wife's family.

And might end up doing something rash.

The thought gave Qi Yingying a headache.

Thinking about her natal family visiting her eldest son today made her feel even more upset.

Why did all these problems have to hit her at once?

"Mom? Why are you sitting alone on the sofa so late at night? You nearly gave me a heart attack," said He Ming, who had just returned. He thought no one was home and was startled to see his mother sitting on the sofa.

Qi Yingying looked at him. "Why did you just return?"

"Don't mention it. I went to my older brother's place for dinner, but he was busy cleaning the yard.

While eating, Grandpa came over.

He stayed all day, so I didn't finish until it was almost dark.

That's why I'm back so late."