The next stretch of road was silent between the two, as Chen Yang was deep in thought about the matter.

By the time they reached the edge of the village, Chen Yang had thought of a solution.

"Kexin, could you please gather all the villagers, young and old, for a meeting as we did in the other villages today? Let's explain the real reason behind the Gu Family's land acquisition. As for my situation, I'll find a way to resolve it," Chen Yang said.

Wu Kexin trusted that Chen Yang could handle the matter well.

So she didn't ask much and readily agreed with a nod.

"Okay."

"Hmm, let's go."

The two returned to the village and went to the village committee office together.

Upon arriving at the village committee, Wu Kexin got busy immediately, instructing people to inform all villagers to come for a meeting after dinner.

Meanwhile, Chen Yang went through the cabinet in the office, taking out all the contracts related to the land leased by the village.

He identified and sorted them one by one.

Busy with their tasks without interrupting each other, they were done by the time night fell.

"Chen Yang, everyone has been notified. The meeting is scheduled for seven-thirty in the evening," Wu Kexin told Chen Yang.

At this point, Chen Yang had also organized the contracts.

He grouped the contracts for the previously leased land used to build greenhouses and other related documents into one set.

The contracts for acquiring the entire village's land formed another set.

"Alright, I've pretty much finished my work here too. Let's go downstairs to prepare dinner; it's good to handle important matters with a full stomach," Chen Yang nodded with a smile, leading Wu Kexin downstairs to make dinner.

After they finished eating, the timing turned out to be just right.

The courtyard of the village committee had already filled with the men, women, and children of Liuxu Village.

Indeed, as expected by Wu Kexin, the news of the Gu Family offering high prices to purchase nearby lands had spread like wildfire.

Before the meeting even began, discussions were in full swing among the villagers.

Most of the villagers' discussions were relatively mild, focusing merely on the nature of the matter.

But Widow Wei, who had past grievances with Chen Yang, started talking about him directly.

"Sigh, I wondered why he was so keen on purchasing our land last time; turns out he had foreseen it long ago. Businesspeople really are unscrupulous," Widow Wei sneered, seemingly mocking Chen Yang.

Many villagers who heard this had unpleasant expressions on their faces.

Although they didn't want to think this way, the stark reality made them unsure of how to react.

Only Wang Hong, Li Xiaoe, Uncle Niu, and Old Master Xiao, who had good relations with Chen Yang and knew he wasn't such a person, spoke out to defend him.

"Widow Wei, can't you watch your mouth? Doesn't everyone know what kind of person Yang Zi is? How could he trick us!" Wang Hong chastised Widow Wei righteously.

Upon hearing this, Widow Wei's sneer grew more contemptuous as she looked at Wang Hong as if she were an idiot.

"You must be brainwashed, Wang Widow. The facts are crystal clear, right before your eyes, yet you defend him. Do you take us for fools?" Widow Wei said with her hands on her hips, showing no signs of backing down.

As if the matter was a foregone conclusion.

"Brainwashed or not, all I know is Yang Zi isn't like that. He's brought so many benefits to our village; there must be some misunderstanding," Wang Hong stated firmly.

"I agree with Wang Hong's view. Doesn't everyone know what kind of person Yang Zi is? There must be some misunderstanding. Chief Wu called us here today clearly to clarify things; otherwise, why bring us over?"

Uncle Niu echoed Wang Hong's words.

Following that, Li Xiaoe, Zhang Xueying, Old Master Xiao, and many others - most of the villagers chose to believe in Chen Yang.

Initially still blustering and making biting remarks, Widow Wei saw how everyone still supported Chen Yang and immediately fell silent.

Afraid to provoke public anger.

With Widow Wei silent, peace returned to the scene.

Before long, Wu Kexin emerged from the building and began organizing the meeting for the villagers of Liuxu Village.

Following Chen Yang's approach, Wu Kexin briefly explained the Gu Family's true purpose in acquiring the land.

Villagers on site were thrilled upon hearing that Liuxu Village was set to receive significant development opportunities, promising them a better life.

Just as the atmosphere was fervent and everyone was excited, Widow Wei suddenly scoffed and made a cynical comment on the side.

"Huh, opportunities are nice, but how much does that really have to do with you all? Let's not forget, we no longer hold the land. Even if redevelopment and construction are on the horizon, at most, we'll get a house and not a penny more."

Widow Wei's words were indisputably venomous.

Instantly dragging down the excitement and enthusiasm of all villagers to a freezing point.

Moreover, it stirred up resentment against Chen Yang, causing many villagers to start forming grievances in their hearts.

"Widow Wei! Can you stop talking?" Wang Hong quickly reprimanded Widow Wei.

"Exactly, nobody considers you dumb if you stay silent!" Li Xiaoe also couldn't stand Wei's sarcasm and told her to quiet down.

But Widow Wei hadn't forgotten what happened last time.

With such a good opportunity, how could she easily keep silent? She was determined to continue her sarcasm.

"Heh, amusing indeed. Some people can pull such tricks on their fellow villagers, and yet I'm not allowed to speak up about it?" Widow Wei retorted with a biting tone.

"You…"

Wang Hong, upon hearing this, felt greatly annoyed and wanted to debate Widow Wei thoroughly.

But was restrained by Wu Kexin standing on the steps.

"Enough, Wang Hong; don't argue with her now. The meeting is still ongoing. Discuss things after we're done." Wu Kexin stopped Wang Hong.

At the same time, she couldn't help but glance twice at Widow Wei.

Of course, with Widow Wei speaking the way she was, Wu Kexin certainly didn't give her a friendly look.

After throwing a stern glance, Wu Kexin continued speaking to everyone.

"I know what concerns everyone the most is the land issue, and that's precisely why I called everyone here today!"

"Recently, everyone's mostly transferred the land to Chen Yang, and now that it's appreciated, it's natural to feel uneasy. I understand that."

"However, please trust that Chen Yang didn't deceive anyone; it's all a misunderstanding."

...

Wu Kexin earnestly explained on Chen Yang's behalf.

Rather than justifying, she laid out the actual situation.

Clarifying that Chen Yang hadn't wronged anyone, and it was all a misunderstanding.

After clearing up the matter, Wu Kexin elaborated on the concept of shares in Chen Yang's company with the land.

"Rest assured, each family will receive an appropriate share of the profits. The land will be proportionally turned into shares, and dividends will be distributed to every household!"

Wu Kexin stood on the steps, talking at length.

It was only when she spoke the final sentence that the scene erupted in applause.

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