Reborn in 1981, starting by smashing my iron rice bowl.

Back when Wei Guohui was still teaching at the school, Liu Weidong called him Teacher Wei. Now that Wei Guohui is a county leader, Liu Weidong still addresses him that way. Compared to the sycophants Wei Guohui usually encounters, Liu Weidong's character is truly rare.

And now that Liu Weidong's sister is just like him, Wei Guohui is even more satisfied and can't help but nod inwardly.

After saying goodbye, Wang Shujuan left. Wei Guohui sat down by the bedside and said, "Weidong, you took too much risk today!"

Liu Weidong said, "To be honest, when I saw my senior brother was injured, all I could think about was that Wang Dashan absolutely couldn't get away. I didn't think about anything else."

Wei Guohui shook his head and laughed, "It's not wrong for young people to be passionate, but safety should always be the priority. We can't take such risks in the future."

Liu Weidong immediately nodded and said, "You're right. Actually, I was terrified afterwards. I rushed in on a whim, and looking back, it was really too dangerous. Luckily, my senior brother and I are both alright, otherwise it would have been too late to regret it."

Wei Guohui had come to remind Liu Weidong to be careful in the future. Seeing that Liu had taken his words to heart, he nodded with satisfaction and said, "I heard from Zhao Zheng's superior that if it weren't for your help, not only would that wanted criminal have escaped, but Zhao Zheng might even have been in mortal danger. You've really done a great service this time!"

"I dare not claim any merit; I only did what I was supposed to do," Liu Weidong said modestly, then looked troubled and said, "However... Wang Dashan is the village chief's nephew. Given the village chief's character, I'm afraid I'll face retaliation from him in the future!"

Wei Guohui's face darkened as he said, "He wouldn't dare! Wang Dashan deserved what he got. If his uncle retaliates against you later, just come to me directly, and I'll give you justice!"

Liu Weidong nodded and said, "I'm relieved to hear that. If the village chief retaliates against me, I'll go and complain to you."

Amused by Liu Weidong's words, Wei Guohui couldn't help but laugh and say, "Haha, okay, it's a deal!"

Wei Guohui, being a county official, was extremely busy with various tasks. Seeing that Liu Weidong was indeed not seriously injured, he was relieved and left quickly.

Even so, it had already greatly shocked everyone. The county magistrate had actually come to visit the injured Liu Weidong in person and even talked with him alone in the ward for so long, which showed that he valued this young man very much. He absolutely could not be neglected!

As a result, Wang Jianzhong became even more polite to Liu Weidong, and the doctors also came to inquire about Liu Weidong's well-being. Even the nurse who gave him the injection became much more enthusiastic.

A nurse of similar age to Liu Weidong was particularly kind to him. She not only subtly inquired about his family situation but also suggested that once he recovered, they could go to the city together, see a movie, and have a meal. In the nurse's words, it was about making friends first and getting to know each other better.

Because Liu Weidong always called Wang Shujuan "sister" in front of everyone, the nurse didn't hide anything from her when she said these things. Wang Shujuan felt a little annoyed, and she didn't even understand why.

Liu Weidong understood why the nurse said that, and he didn't formally refuse her. He simply said calmly, "Once I recover, I'll be going back to work and make up for the lost work points as soon as possible. I probably won't have time to go to the city!"

The young nurse was taken aback and said, "Earn work points in the fields? You...you're a farmer?"

Liu Weidong said with an honest and simple expression, "Yes, my family lives in Hexi Village. We've been farmers for generations! If we want to go to the city to see a movie, we'll have to wait until the busy farming season is over. I'll sell all the chickens we raise, and then we'll have money to buy movie tickets. Are you willing to wait for me?"

"No, no, thank you!" The nurse's expression changed immediately. She shook her head and hurriedly walked out of the ward.

But Liu Weidong, still clinging to hope from his hospital bed, shouted loudly from behind, "Nurse, wait for me! I'll come find you after I sell the chickens at home!"

The nurse panicked even more and ran away.

The nurses at the county hospital are all city residents with permanent positions. Given such good conditions, they certainly wouldn't hire a farmer. That would be like a beautiful flower stuck in cow dung! No wonder the young nurse ran away so quickly!

Liu Weidong sighed deliberately, "Sigh... why did this girl run away so fast? I still have so much to say to her!"

Wang Shujuan was simple-minded but not stupid. Now she had guessed what had happened. She glared at Liu Weidong and said irritably, "You're so full of tricks. You've scared that girl half to death!"

Liu Weidong said aggrievedly, "Sister, that's not right. I was just telling the truth. That nurse was just timid, so you can't blame me!"

At this point, Liu Weidong's expression suddenly changed, and he whispered to Wang Shujuan, "Oh no, my wound is hurting again, sister, you have to help me!"

Wang Shujuan understood what Liu Weidong meant, her pretty face slightly flushed as she glanced at the door, then leaned close to the bedside and let him kiss her.

Liu Weidong was very pleased that his sister was so cooperative. He hadn't expected their relationship to improve so much after the injury; it made the ordeal worthwhile!

Being in the hospital wasn't as comfortable as being at home, so after a day of observation, Liu Weidong insisted on being discharged and going home to recuperate.

Although the doctors advised Liu Weidong to stay for a few more days and wait until his stitches were removed before going home, Liu Weidong insisted on going home. The hospital could only arrange an ambulance to take him back to his village.

These days, ambulances rarely go to rural areas, so as soon as the ambulance arrived at the village entrance, it attracted a lot of attention. Everyone started whispering among themselves, thinking that something serious had happened in the village again.

It wasn't until the ambulance stopped near Liu Weidong's house that he limped out, supported by Wang Shujuan. The villagers who had come to see what was happening then realized that Liu Weidong had returned.

"Third Grandfather, Aunt Zhao, Uncle Liu, hello everyone, I'm back." Seeing everyone staring at him, Liu Weidong greeted the elders with a smile.

However, the crowd's reaction was somewhat strange. They wanted to smile at him but didn't dare, as if they were deliberately keeping their distance from Liu Weidong.

This puzzled Liu Weidong. He was the hero who captured Wang Dashan, and could be said to have made a great contribution to the village. It was one thing for everyone not to warmly welcome him, but why were they all so wary? This was really strange!

It was the third great-grandfather, with his extensive experience and greatest courage, who spoke first in the silence, asking Liu Weidong: "Weidong, do you still stand by your promise to buy matsutake mushrooms and pig burrowing mushrooms?"

"Of course it counts!" Liu Weidong said solemnly, "This is something I promised everyone at the village meeting, and I must keep my word!"

The Third Grandfather secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but before he could say anything more, Wang Deli and Wang Dahai rushed over. Both of them looked menacing, clearly there to cause trouble.