Chapter 369: Chapter 369

Gong Ruini and the others didn’t find it strange to see Li Jian Country, treating his arrival as normal.

They knew this guy couldn’t hold out; the villagers would keep looking for Li Jian Country to discuss how to handle this matter.

What women’s committee, what accountant, none of them wanted to wade into this mess; in the end, it fell to Li Jian Country to take the burden.

"Hello, Uncle Li." After greeting Li Jian Country, Gong Ruini and the others returned to their rooms, leaving the main battlefield to him and the others.

These days weren’t easy for Li Jian Country, not only due to home troubles but also because the village women frequently came to him, adding to his pressure.

But no one pitied him; he brought it on himself.

Gong Ruini and the others stayed here, worried about getting caught in the tail end of the storm, especially since Zhao Gang had said he wouldn’t be helping Li Jian Country with any ideas.

Seeing Li Jian Country now, they suddenly remembered how he once came to discuss things with Zhan Jing; it was like night and day, making Gong Ruini sigh repeatedly. Latest content publıshed on NovєlFіre.net

"Nothing to pity," Zhao Xuran sincerely thought there was no need to pity someone like Li Jian Country.

"Back when our family was stepped on in the mud, he didn’t stand up," Zhao Xuran could only say some matters clearly revealed a person’s character.

Pity Li Jian Country? Zhao Guangran was angry, giving Gong Ruini a glare, "Someone like that really isn’t worth pitying; pitying him is less useful than copying notes well."

Since Zhao Gang brought back the news that college entrance exams might be reinstated, the whole family had mobilized, preparing for the possible exams.

They had to copy practice papers several times, plus a version with answers and solutions—but the recipient was simple, besides Cai Ming’s favorite, no one else.

As for whether to share with some educated youth in nearby villages, Zhao Gang and the others hadn’t decided yet; honestly, some of those youths’ behaviors were nauseating.

Ever since Zhao Gang fell on hard times, the long-forgotten Tong Juan and others resurfaced, persistently making their presence known and showing their most annoying sides.

If it weren’t for Cai Ming being quite a qualified teacher and having the principal’s support, Tong Juan’s constant interference might have pushed them out of teaching.

Of course, some support from Li Jian Country and the village committee also discreetly backed Cai Ming’s position.

As for why they supported Cai Ming, Gong Ruini speculated it was because Cai Ming didn’t really want to break with Zhao Gang; what if Zhan Jing really refused to treat anyone?

"Alright, why discuss these things," Zhao Xuran looked up, addressing Zhao Guangran, who seemed ready to launch into a lengthy discussion with Gong Ruini.

Alas, at crucial moments, his big brother always intervened, much to Zhao Guangran’s dissatisfaction; his brother always protected Gong Ruini in every way.

He finally got a chance and thought he could give Gong Ruini a good lecture; unexpectedly, sigh.

"See, my brother treats you well." Zhao Guangran helplessly said to Gong Ruini.

Gong Ruini laughed happily, "Brother Xu Ran is the best."

The feeling of having someone to rely on was great; of course, one should smile smugly. But to ensure future support from this pillar, Gong Ruini naturally had to use her recently acquired skills.

Gong Ruini stepped forward to Zhao Xuran’s side, "Brother Xu Ran, let me give you a massage."

Hohoho, ever since learning that Zhan Jing knew massage and manipulation, Gong Ruini studied hard to be a dutiful daughter. This came in handy during the busy farming season to help Gong Tao and Cai Meina relieve fatigue and quickly recover energy.

Of course, Gong Ruini often used this trick to please Zhao Xuran. Naturally, she couldn’t forget her own brother and two younger companions; with their support, her days could pass with ease.

"Sure, my shoulder has been quite sore recently." Zhao Xuran put down his pen and paper, swung his arms, indicating discomfort in his shoulder.

Zhao Xuran knew that usually, Gong Ruini didn’t massage people every day, just picking individuals. After massaging him, she wouldn’t massage Gong Ruwen. Today, he snatched Gong Ruwen’s spot, so how could he not be happy?

Gong Ruwen continued to ignore Zhao Xuran’s provoking gaze—truly, how could a 12-year-old be so adorable?

This moment allowed Gong Ruwen to see that Zhao Xuran, worthy of being Zhao Guangran’s brother, was adorably childish once he got immature.

Zhao Xuran had no intention of understanding Gong Ruwen’s thoughts; to him, no matter how Gong Ruwen thought, it was pure jealousy.

Jealous people would naturally be dissatisfied with the victor, unable to stop the failure-bound minds from being offended.

"Alright." Gong Ruini didn’t care about the exchange between her own brother and Zhao Xuran, "Brother, I’ll also give you a massage later."

"Great." Gong Ruini’s words made Gong Ruwen smile smugly; Zhao Xuran was proud before, but now he realized he wasn’t unique.

Zhao Xuran’s smile slightly faltered; he thought he was the special one—only to find there was no special treatment, sigh, what a miscalculation.

Zhao Guangran, seeing his big brother crestfallen, smiled happily, thinking—let him help Gong Ruini all the time, now knowing his status wasn’t as important as he thought.

Zhan Banxia, upon hearing even Gong Ruwen had a share, was anxious, "Sister, do we have a share too?"

Zhan Zisu looked pitifully at Gong Ruini.

"Yes, yes, except Brother Guangran, you all have a share." Humph, I saw your smug and excited smile just now, now see if you can keep smiling.

What, everyone got a massage except him? Zhao Guangran was quite displeased, not accepting this kind of bullying.

"Ni Zi, isn’t this a bit much?" Zhao Guangran, though often saying Gong Ruini picked up this skill to curry favor, had to admit her massage was increasingly exceptional.

While Gong Ruini argued with Zhao Guangran, she also occasionally massaged him; after all, he put in considerable effort copying test papers, deserving some reward.

"I’m not overdoing it, but I can’t help it; I’m small and not very strong. Ask if anyone is willing to give up their spot." Gong Ruini deftly passed the ball, leaving Zhao Guangran to sort it out himself.

Zhao Guangran surveyed the room and except for Zhan Banxia’s two younger brothers possibly agreeing, he really didn’t know who would concede to him.

Sigh, he thought, do little kids even need a massage? They haven’t even put effort into copying papers; Zhao Guangran felt he had to snatch a spot from Zhan Banxia’s siblings.