Reborn in 1979, with a female educated youth lying next to me.

"Why won't you speak up? Why should you let them frame you?"

When she spoke, Zhou Caixia did not deliberately lower her voice.

So before the words had even faded, many people around were already looking at Zhou Caixia.

Seeing Liu Jia standing next to Zhou Caixia, some onlookers' eyes gleamed with excitement.

Liu Jia frowned slightly.

Zhou Caixia suddenly turned her head and stared straight at those people.

"Oh no, it looks like the second daughter of the Zhou family is about to lose her temper. This girl has always been stubborn since she was a child. She speaks like a little cannon and doesn't mince words at all."

"We didn't say anything, so why are you staring at us like that?"

"Stop talking, or I'll catch you and start swearing at you, and you won't be able to handle it."

Seeing Zhou Caixia lose her temper, many people felt a chill.

Some people simply took two steps back, maintaining a certain distance from Zhou Caixia.

Zhou Caixia ignored all of that and then raised her chin and spoke again.

“I know that everyone feels that since the incident has already happened and been explained, it should just be over.”

"But have you all thought about this? If this unhealthy trend is not stopped, some people will become even more brazen in the future."

"Today they can frame Liu Jia and fabricate charges against him, but tomorrow they might come after you!"

"Right now you feel that this hasn't happened to you, and you don't want it to happen, but have you ever thought that when someone invites you, no one will stand up for you either!"

Zhou Caixia's impassioned speech left most people bewildered.

Take a closer look.

Everyone felt that what Zhou Caixia said seemed to make sense.

As the saying goes, "If it doesn't concern you, don't meddle."

But if you see others being wronged and no one stands up for them, what if one day you get into trouble too? Won't no one speak up for you either?

Many people frowned, and some began to whisper among themselves.

At first, Zhou Fengshou wanted to stop Zhou Caixia from speaking.

Unexpectedly, after Zhou Caixia finished speaking, Zhou Fengshou suddenly showed a relieved smile.

My daughter has grown up and is more sensible now.

Liu Jia is right; reading more books really does have its benefits.

At least the thoughts in my head aren't confused.

Before Zhou Fengshou could decide what to say, someone in the crowd said something.

"It's right to apologize for your mistake, but what about the impact on the victim?"

As soon as these words came out.

A large group of people echoed this sentiment.

"That's right. Zhang Dahai has had a change of heart and apologized now. If he hadn't come forward to apologize, would Liu Jia have had to take the blame?"

"Why hasn't he come out to apologize in broad daylight? He probably doesn't want to tell everyone what happened, right?"

"That's right. Now that things have blown up, they're coming out to clarify things. Where were they before?"

"Captain, this matter can't just be left like this. We need to give Liu Jia an explanation, and we need to give everyone an explanation!"

Zhou Caixia's words raised everyone's spirits to a new level.

For a while.

More and more people are speaking up for Liu Jia, while many others despise Zhang Dahai.

Even Liu Jia didn't expect things to develop this way.

Wang Liqiu, who was standing nearby, immediately started clapping when he saw this.

Liu Yutian and Zhang Guilan stood in the crowd.

At this moment, I don't know what to say.

The elderly couple were farmers who had lived honest and upright lives, never resorting to trickery or opportunism.

On one side was her own son.

On the other side was Zhang Dahai, who was crying and apologizing.

It seems that whatever they say is somewhat inappropriate.

So the couple simply shut their mouths and said nothing more.

Liu Jianye didn't come over from the factory, but Liu Xinxingguo and Qin Chunyan were fully aware of the current situation.

The two men had very serious expressions on their faces, and neither of them spoke.

Finally, Zhou Fengshou went to the front, stretched out his hands, and pressed down.

This is the posture Zhou Fengshou often used when holding meetings.

After people saw it, the surroundings immediately became quiet.

"Alright, everyone, please be quiet for a moment and let me say a few words."

"Something happened in our village today, and I believe everyone is now fully aware of what happened."

"To the team leader of Xili Village, I respect everyone's opinion. Zhang Dahai's matter is no longer a personal one."

"Because this matter has a significant impact, we need to study and make a decision."

"But don't worry, we will definitely give you a reasonable explanation."

After Zhou Fengshou finished speaking, someone suddenly started clapping.

Liu Jia smiled.

In critical moments, we still have to rely on Zhou Fengshou.

Liu Jia had already thought it through very clearly; it wouldn't be appropriate for him to go up to a scene like this.

This major task still needs to be undertaken by Zhou Fengshou.

Next, Zhou Fengshou said some words to comfort the villagers. By the time everyone left, it was almost 11:30.

On the way back.

Liu Xinguo quickened his pace and, as soon as he caught up with Liu Jia, anxiously asked, "Sanzi, are you alright?"

"It's alright, brother, don't worry, it's nothing serious."

Liu Xinguo's brows furrowed.

Despite causing such a commotion, it's still not a big deal.

This younger brother only knows how to say things that show tolerance.

Seeing that Liu Xinguo didn't believe him, Liu Jia smiled again.

"Brother, don't listen to their exaggerated nonsense. I'm perfectly fine. I even hit the sledgehammer. It's true."

“I just got back and I heard that you had a conflict with Zhang Dalaba’s family. Later I heard that you hit Da Chuizi.”

At this point, Liu Xinguo sighed.

Today I went to the pickle factory to discuss business, which was also arranged by Liu Jia.

But I never expected to encounter this kind of thing after I came back.

After finishing what I was doing, it was already late.

Liu Xinguo told Liu Jia that the reason he didn't go back to his parents' courtyard to ask was because he was worried they would overthink things.

But my heart was always in my throat.

With something like this happening again tonight, how could Liu Xinguo not be worried?

“Sanzi, Zhang Dahai is no good, but the fact that he was able to gather everyone together and explain things clearly shows that he is afraid of you.”

Qin Chunyan hadn't said a word since she caught up, but finally managed to interject when Liu Xinguo stopped talking.

"Don't worry, sister-in-law, no one will dare to bully our family again!"

Qin Chunyan's eyes reddened after hearing this, and then she nodded heavily.

It was getting late, and everyone went home one after another.

Liu Jia didn't say anything more to Liu Xinguo and his wife.

Since the matter is already mostly resolved, there's no point in saying anything more.

Knowing they had to go to work the next morning, the government began urging Liu Xinguo and his colleagues to go back and rest early.

But when he got home, Liu Yutian was waiting for Liu Jia in the north room.

Making his parents worry was not Liu Jia's idea.

But since it had already happened, Liu Jia could only try to put it in a lighter tone.

So before Liu Yutian could speak, Liu Jia spoke first.

"Dad, it's not as big as you think. Get some rest."

"Just like Uncle Zhou said, this is no longer a personal matter; it has become a village matter. Let Uncle Zhou handle it."

"I'm fine with anything. Now that everyone understands the truth, that's all I ask for."

Liu Jia finished explaining everything at once.

Liu Yutian opened his mouth, but didn't know what to say.

Finally, Liu Yutian said in a hoarse voice, "Sanzi, you've grown up. I believe you have a plan for what to do in the future."

"But there's one thing you must remember: don't be too flamboyant, and be humble."

"The protruding rafter is the first to rot; that's an old saying."

Liu Jia nodded solemnly.

These words, coming from Liu Yutian, must have been something he had thought about for a long time.

The nail that sticks out gets hammered down first, just like the saying "the nail that sticks out gets shot."

Liu Jia also understood that Zhang Dahai's resentment towards him was simply due to jealousy, just like when Erlaizi schemed against him back then.

Liu Jia could handle someone who harbored resentment towards him and tried every means to trip him up.

Just like when we sent the second prince in.

Now there's Zhang Dahai.

This time, Liu Jia let Zhang Dahai off the hook, turning a blind eye and letting the matter pass.

But what about next time?

Who can guarantee that, apart from those two people who resent them, no one else in the entire Xili Village is envious?

If there are too many jealous people, and you resort to this method, things will likely become increasingly out of control.

Everyone's mouth speaks louder than gold.

Especially in the village, people can drown from spittle; Liu Jia had experienced this firsthand.

Therefore, the only solution is to keep your wealth hidden.

This will at least save me a lot of trouble.

"Don't worry, Dad, I've remembered what you said."

"That's good. It's already late at night, you should get some rest too."

Liu Yutian stood up and went back to his room.

……

Liu Jia lay on the kang (a heated brick bed), tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep.

It stands to reason.

I've been up all day, and my legs are so heavy I could barely move. I should have been fast asleep by now that I'm in bed.

But for some reason, Liu Jia suddenly felt particularly energetic.

The images in my mind flashed by like movie clips.

The village is small, but there are a lot of things to do.

Previously, I was a leader who had led thousands of people.

It's a complete waste of brains to waste time and energy on a scoundrel like that!

Liu Jia was somewhat irritated, but when he saw the calendar on the wall, he finally felt a sense of relief.

School will start soon.

When I go to university and get away from this environment, I won't have to suffer from this internal conflict anymore.

It's not that I look down on rural areas, but rather that the difference in the level of education we reach is significant.

Liu Jia was also aware that he would definitely waste his energy on other things at that time.

But it will definitely be more valuable than it is now.

Thinking about going to school, Liu Jia suddenly thought of Guo Xiaoyan again.

At first.

He relentlessly clung to Guo Xiaoyan, hoping to show her his sincerity and persuade her to change her mind and not divorce him.

At the time, Guo Xiaoyan even made sarcastic remarks about herself.

Liu Jia turned over and frowned slightly.

What did Guo Xiaoyan say back then?

She said, "Liu Jia, don't waste your time here. It's no wonder you'll never get into university."

If you get into university, what will I lose to you?

He didn't say much, but the sarcasm was very strong.

Liu Jia could naturally understand that.

However, at that time, Liu Jia's mind was filled with thoughts of Guo Xiaoyan.

Even when Guo Xiaoyan mocked him, Liu Jia felt it was a happy thing.

Unknowingly.

Liu Jia's mouth was pursed into a grimace.

Why was I so foolish in my past life?

It's so pointless to spend all day with a woman who rolls her eyes at you and still be so happy about it.

but.

Liu Jia remembered Guo Xiaoyan's words very clearly.

What will she lose to herself once she gets to university?

When the matter was brought up again, Liu Jia suddenly began to think that if this was considered a bet, Guo Xiaoyan had already lost.

What kind of bet should I bet?

At this moment, even Liu Jia himself did not realize that the corners of his mouth had turned up.