Genshin Impact: The Road to Reversal

White Wolf turned and explained, "I understand your concerns, but please bear with me." He continued, "While Mr. Scott has committed crimes, they were all forced upon him. We've investigated, and the 'bribes' he paid included not only the taxes he was obligated to pay, but also interceding for colleagues because they had a cooperative relationship and he had no choice but to do so for the sake of continued profit. Some of the money was then used as funds to be embezzled and sent to impoverished mountainous areas."

"No way, could he be so kind?" Kailin said in disbelief. "White Wolf, tell me the truth, did you take his money? Did you deliberately whitewash him to free him?"

White Wolf smiled slightly and said, "You have a truly vivid imagination. This is all documented. If you don't believe me, feel free to ask someone in town. Honestly, besides his reputation, he's also quite popular in the business community. And burning the poison is a great feat. Even if he's guilty, it can easily offset his faults."

"Ah? Then all our efforts have been in vain?" Karen said disappointedly.

"What about the fact that he led a group of people to collect debts this time? Are we not going to pursue the matter?" Zi Xuan asked.

"Yes, he himself admitted that these are fake accounts. Can't we use this as evidence to lock him up?" Karen agreed.

"Of course, but this also depends on the person involved's thoughts." Bai Lang said this, then turned his gaze to Lan Tianhui and said.

"Ah, me?" Lan Tianhui was stunned for a moment, then lowered his head in thought. "Sorry, we need to discuss this in detail."

"What are we still discussing? I'd just arrest them!" Karen said with her hands on her hips.

Zi Xuan nodded. "That's right, Dr. Tianhui, you can't be soft-hearted just because you care about the former's grudge. This guy brought so many people here to cause trouble, obviously wanting to drive you to death. If you don't teach him a lesson, who knows what other evil ideas he'll come up with to torment you in the future."

"Being kind to your enemy is being cruel to yourself," Mo Ming said.

But Lan Tianhui did not respond to them. He gathered with other research institute staff for a discussion and finally made a decision.

"Major General Bai, our institute has agreed not to hold him accountable."

"what?"

When these words were spoken, everyone was stunned, including Scott.

"Huh? Are you serious?" He looked at Lan Tianhui in disbelief.

"Of course." Lan Tianhui nodded.

Scott folded his arms and said, "Let me make it clear first, even if you do this, I won't be grateful to you."

"I understand that."

"Then you return it?"

"Because I also have something I want to ask Mr. Scott for help." Lan Tianhui said with a smile.

Hearing this, Scott put down his hands and then sighed: "Oh, I knew it wasn't that simple. Then tell me about it first."

Lan Tianhui nodded. "That's right. In order to better develop the planting industry in the desert, we have previously cultivated a batch of fruit seedlings. They will be officially transplanted in about half a year."

"Oh? It sounds like you want to do orchard business?" Scott became interested after hearing this.

"That's right. Everyone says Mr. Scott is a well-known tycoon in the business world. I wonder if he would be willing to cooperate with us. The commission is easy to negotiate. We can split it 30% and 70%."

As soon as the words fell, Scott's eyes widened.

"More, less?"

"Of course, considering the manpower and material resources required, I would like to trouble you for your help." Lan Tianhui said with a smile.

Hearing this, Scott did not reply to him immediately, but lowered his head to settle the account.

70%, and I only need to invest manpower and financial resources to get a return. In other words, this business can not only make back the previous losses but also make extra profits. No matter how you think about it, it seems to be a good deal.

"Are you really sure that you want to cooperate with me and will never regret it?" He looked at Lan Tianhui and confirmed repeatedly.

"Of course, after all, having one more friend is much better than having one less opponent, isn't it?" Lan Tianhui said.

"Okay, it's settled then! We'll work together. I'll invest some of the manpower and financial resources, and you'll invest in the technology! Whoever goes back on their word is a puppy!"

"No problem." Lan Tianhui smiled, then turned his gaze to Bai Lang standing beside him, "I will prepare our contract tomorrow. By then, I would like to ask Major General Bai to be our witness."

"No problem, I'll definitely keep you company." White Wolf nodded.

"Okay, it's settled then. I'll come back tomorrow, and I hope you won't break your promise then!" Scott put his hands on his hips, then turned around and left the woods with his thugs. As he left, he was so excited that he almost jumped up and walked. "Seventy percent, we're going to make a fortune this time!"

At this moment, Karen looked at his departing figure and felt helpless: "What a blind guy he is. You too, it would be fine if you didn't hold him responsible, but why did you cooperate with him, and asked for 70% of the profits right away?" She looked at Lan Tianhui and asked.

"Because I really need his help in business. I have inquired about it before. The transportation costs, manpower and material resources required are not enough with the existing experimental funds. So it is better to do him a favor. On the one hand, it resolves the conflict and adds a partner. On the other hand, it also finds favorable support for our next plan. So why not do it?" Lan Tianhui explained with a smile.

"You have a really good attitude. I would never let them go so easily." Karen said helplessly with her arms folded.

"Well, at least the current crisis has been resolved." Mo Yan said.

At this time, Lu Xi and Luo Hao walked over with smiles on their faces.

Lu Xi was the first to speak: "Yeah, it's worth it for staying up all night, although we are already used to it."

Luo Hao nodded: "Now that the matter has been resolved, it's time for us to leave."

"Ah? Are you leaving now? Then let me see you off." Karen said, putting down her hands.

Luo Hao shook his head: "No need, we still have some things to do in the defense zone where Bai Lang is."

"Things?" Kailin was stunned, then immediately responded, "Is this what you are talking about?"

Lu Xi nodded: "That's right. After all, Bai Lie is our comrade. Although we are saddened by the news of his sudden death, we haven't finished our work yet, so we didn't rush to bury him alive. But this time, we are here on business, so we must mourn for him."

His voice was a little low, which indirectly aroused everyone's sadness.

"Really? Fine then, but at least let me take you there. After all, this place is still quite far from the pass."

The two nodded: "Then please."

(Contract Mission, Interlude: Huilin's Chapter, End)