Reborn in a virtual world, before the house was taken away

Upon hearing Ge Wentang's question, Feng Qingqing didn't think much before gently shaking her head. She didn't intend to send Lü Yulan to a lower-level position. Rather than leaving her in the shadows, she preferred to keep her close at hand so she could intervene promptly at the slightest sign of trouble.

In her opinion, Lü Yulan had learned a lesson this time. If she could stop for the time being, that would be the best for her. If she continued to cause trouble, she would retaliate in kind and never let her get away with it.

I wonder if Lü Yulan, who has suffered such a big loss this time, will stop now. Feng Qingqing scoffed lightly, "Probably not. We'll just have to see how she causes trouble later."

"No need, thank you Brother Ge. I will handle these things. If I can't handle them, I will definitely ask you for help in time. Besides, I believe the brigade will give me a reasonable explanation."

Seeing that she said that, Ge Wentang did not insist any further and silently nodded to indicate that he understood.

About ten minutes later, Feng Qingqing finally finished making the ointment. She looked at her finished product and smiled slightly. After all, this was a significant improvement over the first one she made.

Seeing that it was done, Ge Wentang's smile stretched from his mouth to his ears, his eyes fixed on the ointment, wishing he could snatch it with both hands right now. Feng Qingqing also saw through his intention, just smiled lightly, and went into the house to find the things to put the ointment in.

Since there weren't any extra earthenware pots, Feng Qingqing used bamboo leaves to pack three days' worth of food for Ge Wentang. Judging from Ge Wentang's expression, it seemed as if she hadn't given him enough. Feng Qingqing found it somewhat amusing and had to explain:

"Let Grandpa Ge try it first. If it works, we'll continue using it. If the effect is not obvious, then I'll have to adjust some of the ingredients."

After listening, Ge Wentang looked away from the ointment and sincerely thanked him. He then took out five yuan from his pocket and gave it to Feng Qingqing. Feng Qingqing was startled; although doctors usually charge a small consultation fee, she hadn't expected him to give so much. She quickly waved her hand and explained:

"These are all herbs I collected from the mountain. I can't charge that much money. Just give me 50 cents."

Upon hearing that the price was so low, Ge Wentang insisted on paying one yuan, and Feng Qingqing ultimately had no choice but to accept six mao (0.6 yuan) for the medical fee.

Only then did Ge Wentang return home satisfied.

As soon as Ge Wentang left, Hu Fangming came over and immediately shared with Feng Qingqing everything she had heard at noon that day.

Especially regarding Lü Yulan, Hu Fangming, being a fellow educated youth, paid particular attention to this matter, as did the entire educated youth compound.

It is said that after Lü Yulan was sent back to the educated youth compound by the commune's educated youth office, she went back to her room to rest and did not go to work in the afternoon.

When Feng Qingqing heard Lü Yulan mentioned, she interjected:

How did the educated youth view Lü Yulan's situation?

Speaking of this, Hu Fangming also looked conflicted, but she still answered Feng Qingqing's question first:

"Well, I feel some sympathy for her, and they all believe that Lü Yulan was framed and coerced."

They all lived in the same courtyard, and everyone knew what kind of personality and character Lü Yulan had.

Feng Qingqing nodded, not too surprised, since anyone who knew Lü Yulan even slightly would know there was something fishy about this.

Hu Fangming paused for a moment, glanced at Feng Qingqing, and hesitated, seemingly unsure how to begin. Feng Qingqing knew what she wanted to say:

"Just ask what you want to say, why make that kind of scene?"

Seeing that Feng Qingqing didn't seem to be greatly affected, Hu Fangming mustered up the courage to continue speaking:

"It's all over the brigade, saying that Lü Yulan accused you of plotting against her. You have no idea, some people said some really nasty things, especially the brigade leader's wife. She was so happy she couldn't see her eyes. She and a few others spread the word the most."

Upon hearing this, Feng Qingqing's eyes turned cold. She knew there was discussion, but she hadn't expected the team leader's wife to be the most vocal. It seemed she would have to find something for her to do.

Hu Fangming said with some concern:

"What do you suggest we do? If this continues, your reputation will suffer. We need to clear things up. How about we go talk to the brigade leaders, especially the brigade leader? As the brigade leader, how can his own wife ruin your reputation like this? Does he have something on his mind about you? I don't think he can even manage his wife, let alone be a brigade leader."

Hearing Hu Fangming's worried and angry words, Feng Qingqing was moved. She walked over and patted Hu Fangming's hand, signaling her to calm down and that she had her own way of dealing with them.

Feng Qingqing knew that because she was now a health worker at the clinic, and given the reputation that Wu Da Niang and others had spread, most people only heard the gossip and didn't actively speak up, at least not openly. It was mainly the team leader's wife and her close relatives and friends.

Feng Qingqing carefully questioned Hu Fangming about who was spreading the rumors the most. After listening, Feng Qingqing remembered them all. Although she did not actively harm others, her attitude towards those who were malicious towards her was that revenge was a dish best served cold.

Seeing Feng Qingqing's confident demeanor, Hu Fangming felt a little relieved. After all, those old women were really too rude when they spoke. Even as an observer, she was trembling with anger after hearing them, let alone Feng Qingqing herself.

Feng Qingqing called Hu Fangming over, leaned close to her ear, and whispered a few words, telling her to find a child to spread the word and not to reveal herself.

Upon hearing this, Hu Fangming's eyes lit up, and as if remembering something, he quickly looked at Feng Qingqing:

"You don't know, besides the brigade leader's wife, Jiang Yun spread rumors about you the most. She even said that you've been... well, you know... since you were a child. Anyway, that woman is really wicked and can't stand to see you doing well."

Feng Qingqing nodded to indicate that she understood, and at the same time told Hu Fangming to be careful when relaying the message.

Hu Fangming said excitedly:

"Don't worry, I'm not stupid. I guarantee I'll handle this perfectly. Just you wait and see."

For dinner, the two of us made stir-fried cabbage together. It was sour and spicy, and went very well with rice.

After finishing their meal and cleaning up, Feng Qingqing gave Hu Fangming a large handful of fruit candies. Hu Fangming didn't stand on ceremony, took them, put them in his pocket, smiled, said goodbye, and went back.

After returning to her room, Feng Qingqing sat quietly for a while, lost in thought. If you asked if she had any worries, the answer would be no. She just felt that this was what made life interesting; otherwise, wouldn't life be too uneventful and stagnant?

Suddenly, she heard a soft knock on the door. Feng Qingqing snapped out of her daze, quickly stood up, and went to open the door.

When she opened the door, she saw He Yong'an. His hair was probably standing on end from being in the wind for a while, and he was breathing slightly out of breath. When he saw Feng Qingqing open the door, he quickly slipped into the yard and then turned around to look at Feng Qingqing with a worried expression.