The life of Lao Liu since 1944

Both the shop assistants in Yongchang and the common people who came to buy grain were stunned.

The common people were fine, but the guys in Yongchang were even more panicked, as if they were going to quit their jobs. Everyone was panicked, and they were all whispering to each other in a panic.

The people stopped buying food, and they stopped selling food. The scene was in chaos.

Ma Wu and other managers quickly found Zhang Dalong to negotiate. After some consultation, they were somewhat helpless and more angry.

Ma Wu was the most irritable, and couldn't help cursing, "Damn Wu Youren, isn't this blatantly taking advantage of someone's misfortune? No wonder the young master would do something desperate like this. I would do the same if I were in your place."

Li Gui was a little worried, but he could do nothing about it. After all, his identity could not be exposed. "Yeah! It's a pity. It's such a good job."

Zhang Dalong comforted him, "Don't worry, just work hard! The young master said that he will not treat you unfairly. He will fulfill all his promises in the past, and you will not suffer any loss."

Afterwards, everyone went out to appease the servants. Everyone still recognized the young master's credibility. He never delayed paying wages, and even gave rewards for good work.

The houses that we promised to everyone are already under construction, and the money has been fully paid. We just need to wait until they are completed before we can distribute the houses.

After they calmed down the guys, everything was on track. Everyone was doing their own thing in an orderly manner.

When this news gradually spread among the people, the reaction was intense.

The originally quiet crowd suddenly became boiling with people talking about it. Some people opened their eyes wide, some jumped up with excitement, and more people laughed so hard that they couldn't stop.

Early in the morning, many people flocked to Yongchang Grain Store with their families, fearing that such a good thing would be gone in a flash.

They are well aware of Yongchang's reputation, knowing that the grain here is of good quality and at a fair price, and that the boss here is honest and responsible. This reputation was earned by Yongchang Grain Store through its business last year, winning everyone's trust and respect.

The situation on the scene was almost out of control. People rushed to buy food, and some even bought on credit to get the food first.

Trucks were constantly coming and going around, and even rickshaws were loaded with goods, shuttling madly among the crowd. This crazy scene not only frightened the people around, but also made business people, government officials, and garrison troops feel uneasy.

They were worried that the behavior of Yongchang Grain Store would affect their business and even threaten their supply. After careful inquiry, they found out the whole story and were furious.

In my heart, I cursed the officials of the Nationalist government for their excessive greed. They were also victims and suffered greatly.

But I didn't expect that this time he was so ruthless and asked for 50 yuan at once.

Many of them were smart enough to spot the business opportunities and came knocking on our door, seeking cooperation and hoping to get a piece of the pie.

Yongchang Grain Store welcomed all comers, reached cooperation with them one by one, and left with smiles on their faces.

The important officials of the National Government and the garrison commanders held an emergency meeting. They discussed this issue anxiously, with cold sweat on their foreheads and bubbles at the corners of their mouths.

They angrily questioned: "What is going on? Can anyone tell me why this is happening?"

Someone frowned and asked carefully: "Tell me in detail, Yongchang Grain Store looks like it's quitting. If there is a change in the grain supply, the city will be in chaos."

The answer they received shocked them even more: "Recently, hooligans, gangsters, and police officers have been extorting money from the projects that Yongchang Grain Store has started. Even some of our officials have asked for huge sums of money."

These words made everyone understand instantly. They were all smart people and thought about what happened in the past two days. They were extremely disgusted with these people's behavior. It's okay to be greedy, everyone has some. But please don't go too far! Now that something has happened, who will be responsible? This question hung in their minds and became a doubt that they could not let go of.

The head of the National Army was filled with rage, and he yelled, "That bastard did this, get out there, or I'll chop him off with my own hands!" His words boomed in the hall like thunder, making everyone's ears hurt.

"Yeah, who is so bold?" An equally angry official in the crowd asked back with confusion and dissatisfaction.

As soon as he finished speaking, another official interrupted, "Who else could it be? It's the one who is usually the most unreliable and always causing trouble. He hasn't appeared in front of everyone in the past few days."

"I think that this incident may be because someone couldn't stand the bullying of Yongchang Grain Store and stood up for them! So they deliberately created such a mess to stand up for them." Another shrewd official analyzed. Hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.

"Do you know Yongchang Grain Store? The grain they sell is really cheap and good! One dollar can buy 20 kilograms of rice and flour. But if you try other places, you'll be lucky if you can buy 5 kilograms." An elderly person said with great emotion.

Everyone fell silent for a moment, with mixed feelings in their hearts. They didn't know what to say to comfort the angry leader or express their own emotions.

But soon, another member of the National Army team couldn't help asking, "What should we do now? There are tens of thousands of people in and outside the city waiting for food! Yongchang Grain Store is the only stable supply channel. There is no grain store like the second season in the Forty-Nine City. It is either very expensive or of poor quality."

"This matter must be dealt with quickly and severely. If it continues at this pace, once it's too late, Yongchang's grain will soon be gone."

"Yes! The news we received was already many days late. What happened to the people down there that only reported it now?"

A seemingly authoritative person urgently warned everyone, his voice echoing in the silent hall, every word full of urgency and weight.

Someone else said, "Let's not talk about these useless things for now. We all know what's going on down there. They all smoke opium and go to brothels. It's already fast enough to get the news out so quickly."

Everyone was silent for a while, and he went on to explain: "I heard that they are working day and night to buy grain on credit. If you are late, you may not be able to buy grain even if you have money."

Everyone started talking after hearing this, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense. At this time, a staff member walked into the room quickly and whispered something in the ear of an official. Although the voice was low, it was enough to make everyone present nervous.

After hearing this, the official frowned and waved his hand to let the staff leave. Then he stood up and said firmly, "I just received news that the Hong Gang came to Yongchang's construction site to cause trouble today. Twenty to thirty people were shot dead. Now the scene is very chaotic. The captain of the Yongchang guards is organizing people to destroy the Hong Gang's headquarters. What do you think?"

As soon as the voice fell, someone in the crowd immediately rubbed his scalp, looked devastated, and shouted loudly: "Damn it, these bastards are making trouble! The leader of the Qing Gang was killed, and the Hong Gang thought they were the boss of the city."

Someone calmly suggested: "Why not take this opportunity to help Yongchang destroy the Hong Gang and gain favor. This is a good opportunity." This proposal immediately received the support of the majority.

At this moment, a national army commander who had been silent suddenly stood up. His face turned pale and his voice was violent: "That's it! I will mobilize people right away and flatten the Hong Gang headquarters!" His voice was full of determination and anger.

Someone else added, glancing at the crowd with a cold gaze, "No one is allowed to tip off the Hong Gang this time. Otherwise, if you get into big trouble, no one will save you."

Everyone's scalps tightened when they heard the words, and they nodded and agreed in unison.

After the matter was settled, someone in the crowd suddenly sneered and said with disdain, "What about Wu Youren, this troublemaker? People are very dissatisfied with him. I heard that he asked Yongchang for 50 yuan!"

Someone immediately chimed in: "Report this to the commander and have him fired! This scoundrel does nothing but make money."

As soon as this sentence came out, the atmosphere at the scene became tense again. The faces of the people present were full of various emotions.

Some people looked solemn, thinking about their next move;

Some people looked excited, looking forward to the next changes;

Some people looked pale, obviously frightened by the sudden news.

But no matter what, things are irreversible.

In the end, everyone agreed to the plan and decided to remove him from his position.

Naturally, there are those who envy this useless person's position and wish that Wu Youren would be in trouble.

The fall of one power is bound to lead to the rise of another. Officialdom infighting is so cruel.

Only Wu Youren is a discarded salted fish, nothing to be afraid of.