Volume 1, Chapter 61: The Ultimate Scoundrel, Six Thousand Bucks!

Do not listen to a word he says! He just assaulted someone!
He will definitely be arrested and sent to prison!
He might even lose his life over this! Liu Haizhong shouted to the crowd.
Yi Zhonghai took over Liu Haizhong's words, smiled, and took two steps back. Little Su.
I am doing this for your own good.
You, Zhuzi, and Damao are all children of this courtyard, and the elder doesn't want you to fall out because of a fight.
If Damao and Zhuzi report this to the authorities, won't you be arrested?
On the surface, Yi Zhonghai seemed to be advising Su Jianshe.
In reality, his words were hinting at Xu Damao.
Xu Damao wore a ferocious look, glaring at Su Jianshe. Su Jianshe, just you wait!
I will definitely report this to the authorities today and have you locked up!
By that time, Chu Yan that... ouch!
Before Xu Damao could finish his sentence, a small pebble flew through the air and shattered two of his teeth.
Su Jianshe's move shocked everyone present.
They had only focused on the fact that Su Jianshe's family had plenty of money and food, completely overlooking the fact that his martial prowess was even more formidable.
Liu Haizhong glanced sideways at Xu Damao, then calmly walked over to Yi Zhonghai's side. Old Yi.
Things have reached this point, there is nothing more to say.
This child Little Su, we cannot control him, nor do we have the qualification to do so.
Perhaps it would be more appropriate to call the police directly and leave him to the authorities.
A smile played at the corners of Yi Zhonghai's mouth as he stared intently at Su Jianshe. Little Su.
You heard it too, your Second Uncle means the same thing.
The others in the courtyard must be thinking the same way, right?
As soon as he finished speaking, the people behind Yi Zhonghai raised their hands one after another, clamoring to have Su Jianshe thrown into prison.
Even Silly Zhu, who was under Su Jianshe's thumb, looked somewhat agitated.
But when he caught sight of Su Jianshe's hands, he wisely closed his mouth.
He couldn't say any more. If he kept going, he might lose his own life as well.
Having gained the support of the crowd, the smile on Yi Zhonghai's face was almost impossible to contain.
Little Su, are you willing to listen to the First Uncle's advice?
With a worried expression, Yi Zhonghai asked Su Jianshe solemnly.
Su Jianshe was momentarily stunned, but realization dawned on him immediately.
Was Yi Zhonghai trying to play the old trick of the good cop and bad cop?
At his age, he was still pulling such cliché stunts.
Feeling a sense of disdain in his heart, Su Jianshe suppressed a chuckle and asked, Then First Uncle, what do you plan to do?
Yi Zhonghai's pupils contracted; he had been prepared for Su Jianshe to talk back.
However, seeing that Su Jianshe seemed somewhat receptive, the hope in his heart reignited.
It seemed this organized effort was going very smoothly!
How about this...
Yi Zhonghai paused slightly and looked around. Look at this, these are all your neighbors.
Of course we don't want to see you locked up, do you?
You... you compensate Damao and Zhuzi.
And help the neighbors get through this winter.
Then when everyone sees how obedient you are, surely they won't give you a hard time anymore, right?
First Uncle! Xu Damao's eyes widened. My... my leg is in this state!
Tsk! Yi Zhonghai shot a look of disgust at Xu Damao.
Immediately, several people stepped forward, covered Xu Damao's mouth, and dragged him to the back.
Seeing the people who had been his teammates a moment before utterly disregard his life and death,
Xu Damao felt his heart turn completely cold!
Meanwhile, Yi Zhonghai, Liu Haizhong, and the others felt their hearts burning with intense excitement!
Seeing the thoughtful look on Su Jianshe's face, the crowd felt a surge of joy—there was still a chance!
Liu Haizhong squatted down and spoke to Su Jianshe in a conniving tone, Little Su, you beat Damao and Zhuzi into such a state. If you really get arrested, you'll be locked up for quite a long time. Little Chu just married you recently; can you bear to let her...
Before he could finish his sentence, Su Jianshe kicked him flat onto the ground.
You bunch of scoundrels are truly beyond saving. I actually planned to toy with you for a bit.
How is it that you don't even know how to speak properly?
Su Jianshe stood up. Supporting himself on the ground with one hand, Liu Haizhong retreated in utter astonishment. You... you were playing with us just now?
Su Jianshe massaged his brow and gave a bitter laugh. Are your brains flooded with water? Did you think I was some young master who had to pamper and spoil you?
Listen up, you old man surnamed Yi!
A chill struck Yi Zhonghai's heart; Su Jianshe's words felt like a knife cutting through it.
Su Jianshe looked down at everyone with contempt. And you lot, listen carefully. My house has fine wine, good meat, and plenty of food, but none of it has anything to do with you! Though, come to think of it, it does have a little connection, seeing as a lot of it was bought with the money you paid me as compensation.
Su Jianshe paced back and forth before the crowd, stopping right in front of Yi Zhonghai.
I should even thank you, First Uncle. Six thousand yuan—your life savings! I can hardly believe you gave it all to me!
Su Jianshe smiled happily, while Yi Zhonghai grew so angry that his blood pressure skyrocketed. He pointed a trembling finger at Su Jianshe, unable to utter a single word.
Su Jianshe continued to provoke him: A lifetime of savings! Even without a son, it's more than enough to provide for your old age!
Six thousand yuan! Su Jianshe's tongue was truly venomous to the extreme!
A thief with no descendants, six thousand yuan, paired with that mocking expression of his—every single word drove straight into the depths of Yi Zhonghai's heart!
Let alone an ordinary person like Yi Zhonghai, even a man of iron could not withstand such provocation!
Look at the life Su Jianshe was living now, and then look at the life he himself was leading; look at Su Jianshe's home, and think of his own.
Before he crossed paths with Su Jianshe, his life had been relatively peaceful, and he even had a godson to show him filial piety. But ever since he tangled with Su Jianshe, his twilight years had become utterly desolate and lonely.
The more he thought about it, the angrier Yi Zhonghai became, and his face rapidly flushed crimson.
Suddenly, with a sound of spitting blood, Yi Zhonghai was so enraged that he coughed up blood directly, landing squarely on Su Jianshe's clothes.
Su Jianshe brushed off his clothes with an expression of utter disgust. Hey, old man, don't tell me you're about to be scared to death? With that, he even gave the collapsed Yi Zhonghai a gentle nudge with his foot.
Panting heavily, Yi Zhonghai widened his eyes. I only wish!
In truth, Yi Zhonghai really wished he could drop dead from anger at that moment. For a split second, he even thought about ending it all just to drag Su Jianshe down with him. But vomiting blood was merely the result of extreme agitation; once the blood was out, try as he might, Yi Zhonghai couldn't even manage to faint.
Old Liu! Yi Zhonghai forced himself into a sitting position, fixing a death glare on Su Jianshe while calling out to Liu Haizhong.
Liu Haizhong looked bewildered; Su Jianshe's hands were ruthless and his tongue even deadlier, actually managing to talk Yi Zhonghai into vomiting blood.
Wh... what is it? Liu Haizhong scuttled over to Yi Zhonghai's side with trembling steps.
Panting heavily, Yi Zhonghai took a long moment before squeezing a few words through his clenched teeth: Go! Go fetch Director Wang! Today, I am going to rid our courtyard of this major scourge, Su Jianshe!
At the mention of Director Wang, Liu Haizhong cast a furtive glance at Su Jianshe. Seeing that Su Jianshe was paying him no mind, he turned and bolted out of the courtyard.
Committing assault and driving Yi Zhonghai to vomit blood from rage—this time, Su Jianshe was completely finished!
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With Liu Haizhong leaving the quadrangle to fetch Director Wang, the courtyard instantly plunged into a dead silence.
No one had anticipated that the situation would escalate to this point, but this matter could not be left to rest easily.
Su Jianshe's actions had already sown discontent in every household, and with the bitter winter approaching, they felt their very survival was under threat.
Today, Su Jianshe had better give them an explanation!
Xu Damao had been carried to the back courtyard, but he struggled and crawled back out, his face twisted in a ferocious sneer as he looked at Su Jianshe.
Su Jianshe, you're finished! Completely finished!
That Chu...
Hmm? Before Xu Damao could finish, Su Jianshe's playful gaze shifted toward him. Go on, I'm listening.
Su Jianshe's reverse scale was Chu Yan. One only had to look at his missing teeth and injured shin to know.
Feeling the sharp pain in his gums and leg, Xu Damao hurriedly changed his tune: You're done for, Su Jianshe!
You assaulted people and even angered the elder so much he vomited blood!
Let me tell you, you aren't the only one who knows how to get physical, and the bigwigs at the station have even harsher methods!
You'll get what's coming to you soon enough!
Tell me, everyone, am I right?
Feeling somewhat guilty, Xu Damao looked back, eager to win the vocal support of the crowd.
Chanting slogans and cheering people on was harmless enough, and it could be counted as doing Xu Damao a favor.
Besides, the people in the courtyard were already consumed by jealousy and resentment toward Su Jianshe.
Seeing Xu Damao take the lead, their confidence swelled once again.
This time, they were determined to send Su Jianshe straight to the police station!
Damao is right! Su Jianshe, you might know how to fight, but you can't beat all of us!
All bullies are just paper tigers!
Right! Down with Su Jianshe, return peace to our quadrangle!
The indignant shouts of the crowd rose once more.
Su Jianshe! You brat! This time you're dead for sure! Jia Zhangshi stepped forward looking immensely smug.
Wonderful! Su Jianshe actually dared to use violence! He's done for!
Qin Huairu stared coldly at Su Jianshe. Little Su, apologize now, and maybe I can help you talk the others around.
Although Qin Huairu resented Su Jianshe, she desired even more for Su Jianshe to notice her.
Living in the same courtyard, Qin Huairu could tell from daily observations that Su Jianshe was an exceptionally fine man.
However, upon hearing Qin Huairu's words, Yi Zhonghai furrowed his brow deeply. He had always called the shots in this courtyard; how could he allow someone else to butt in?
Especially since Su Jianshe had caused such a massive disaster today!
With the fruits of victory within touching distance, what did Qin Huairu mean by jumping out now?
Was she trying to seize power?
Huairu, is that something you should be saying?
Yi Zhonghai muttered in a low voice, audible only to Qin Huairu and Su Jianshe.
Qin Huairu's confident expression faltered for a moment, and cursing inwardly, she stepped back.
Su Jianshe merely shook his head in resignation.
Yi Zhonghai was a hypocrite who, having played the role of elder for far too long without encountering anyone daring to cross him, had now lost his composure entirely.
Yi Zhonghai, you're certainly full of confidence.
Do you feel like victory is already in your grasp?
Su Jianshe looked at Yi Zhonghai with a smile, his tone tinged with mockery.
Little Su, what do you mean by that? Yi Zhonghai's smile was even more radiant than Su Jianshe's.
I don't understand what you're talking about, but you've gotten yourself into a serious mess this time. If you turn back before Director Wang arrives, I might still be able to help you out.
Yi Zhonghai spoke with an air of grand authority; he had already pictured the remorseful expression Su Jianshe would soon wear.
At that moment, Chu Yan stepped out from the room.
She had been observing from inside for quite some time and had also caught wind of the news that Director Wang was on her way.
Since ancient times, commoners did not fight officials. Chu Yan approached Su Jianshe and asked with concern, Brother Jianshe, are you alright?
Su Jianshe waved a hand to indicate he was fine, then led Chu Yan inside to escape the biting cold.
The wind outside was howling fiercely; he wasn't foolish enough to stand there and freeze.
Once Director Wang arrived, he would give those old fogies a proper show.
The moment the two of them walked away, waves of envy surged through the crowd outside.
Silly Zhu and Xu Damao lay incapacitated on the ground, Liu Guangti was supporting his mother, and many of the younger men stared in stunned silence.
In terms of beauty, no one could rival Chu Yan; Qin Huairu and the others paled into insignificance by comparison.
Why did fate treat Su Jianshe so favorably, blessing him with such beauty, luxury, and endless food?
Why must the rest of them endure such hardship?
Bitterness filled the hearts of the younger men, almost bringing them to tears.
Qin Huairu's eyes were bloodshot with unconcealed unwillingness; she should have been the one pampered by Su Jianshe, not Chu Yan.
First Uncle, Qin Huairu sidled up to Yi Zhonghai, this time we must make Su Jianshe pay the price. You mustn't go soft on him.
Yi Zhonghai smiled with absolute confidence: Rest assured, I know what I'm doing.
Twenty to thirty minutes ticked by. Outside, the temperature had plummeted to minus ten degrees. Yi Zhonghai's nose was running from the cold, his eyes bloodshot as he stared fixedly at Su Jianshe inside the house.
Inside, Su Jianshe was leisurely sipping warm yellow wine, taking generous bites of meat and steamed buns, occasionally teasing Wangcai the dog at his feet.
Caught up in Su Jianshe's cozy contentment, Chu Yan had stepped up behind him to gently massage his shoulders, refilling his cup the moment it emptied.
With a warm stove, delicious food, leisurely amusement, and a lovely companion, the scene was the picture of warmth and comfort.
Yet, to the people freezing in the courtyard outside, it was a torment far worse than any punishment, their padded jackets riddled with holes.
The winter wind was as sharp as a knife, piercing right to the bone!
Their stomachs felt utterly empty, gnawed by agonizing hunger.
Resentment burned fiercely in the hearts of everyone in the courtyard.
Hmph! Why won't this brat just drop dead!
I really want to take a knife and finish this punk off!
Damn it!
Curses flew from various directions.
Silly Zhu lay sprawled on the ground, his hands buried deep inside his tunic, his snot frozen solid into ice.
At that moment, Silly Zhu was locked in an intense internal struggle.
The bitter cold urged him back inside for warmth,
Yet his hatred for Su Jianshe compelled him to stay put.
He couldn't get up—if he stood up now, he'd never bring Su Jianshe to justice!
Nearby, Xu Damao shivered uncontrollably, nearly losing all sensation in his limbs.
Stamping his feet, Liu Guangti complained: I'm not standing out here waiting anymore!
I'm freezing to death! You guys can wait if you want to! Damn it!
With that, Liu Guangti turned to leave.
His words acted as a catalyst, stirring the rest of the hesitant crowd.
The weather was simply too brutal!
Coupled with the sight of Su Jianshe leisurely drinking inside,
It was a double torture of body and mind!
Right then, Liu Haizhong's excited voice rang out from the distance.
Director Wang is here! Director Wang is here!
Old Yi, everyone! Director Wang has arrived!
Brilliant!
Yi Zhonghai slapped his thigh heavily—she was finally here!