Blossom In Adversity - Vol. 2

C241. Dealing with the Tiger.

Chapter 241 Dealing with the Tiger

Xu Ying reported outside the door, "Miss, Wu Dong from the Wu family is here."

The timing of his arrival was quite coincidental. There was a coldness in Huazhi's eyes. Being so close and having such a big deal to handle, Hua Zhi did not believe that Wu Zheng only just found out what had happened. She could understand that Wu Zheng didn't want to confront Yushun directly, but inevitably, her impression of him took a big hit.

After all, she was a customer of An Tai. Even if they didn't prioritize her personal safety, their superficial efforts were too lacking.

Wu Zheng apologized as soon as he entered, "I am late, please forgive me."

Hua Zhi looked at Wu Zheng, who was dripping wet all over, even his hair was dripping with water, looking very disheveled, "Wu Dong, what happened?"

Wu Zheng smiled bitterly, "Cao Dahai had one of my boats sunk. When I received the news, I went to the pier, but before the boat was salvaged, someone came to report that he had a conflict with the young lady. I found it strange before, as even though Cao Dahai had always been at odds with us, it had never escalated to this point, but now it seems..."

Relieved that Wu Zheng was not just avoiding the situation, Hua Zhi felt more comfortable. However, upon hearing Wu Dong's words, she couldn't help but feel intrigued, "Did someone leak the information to him?"

"Yes." Wu Zheng gritted his teeth, clearly angry, "Cao Dahai wouldn't have gone this far if he didn't know the details of this deal. I have already sent people to investigate. I will not tolerate any betrayal!"

At this moment, Chen Er ran over, red-faced and out of breath. He made eye contact with Wu Zheng outside the door, and Wu Zheng excused himself and went outside, his expression not very pleasant, "What's so urgent that you have to say it now?"

"It's over! Cao Dahai fell! Yushun's place was turned upside down, the roof destroyed, and not only was Wu Dahai's limbs broken, but his third leg was also disabled. He doesn't look like he can survive. It was done by the young lady's people!"

Chen Er couldn't contain his excitement, his voice lowered, "Many people saw the lady with the veil hat do it!"

Wu Zheng clenched and unclenched his fists. Although he had never seen these women as easy targets, he also didn't hold them in high regard. Seeing their demeanor, even if they came from a prestigious family, they must have fallen on hard times, otherwise, why would they let a woman be the face of their business dealings?

Women like them couldn't get married in a place like Jingzhou, where they would be pointed at and gossiped about for the rest of their lives.

But at this moment, he was extremely grateful for his dignified attitude!

Wu Zheng's mind raced, "Watch over Yushun in her name."

Chen Er didn't understand why Wu Zheng wanted to use the young lady's name.

"Go quickly, before Li Xiang arrives."

Chen Er understood now that Wu Zheng was trying to seize the territory!

With that in mind, Chen Er wasted no time in running off. If they took over Yushun, their position at An Tai Fishery would be secure!

Wu Zheng took a few deep breaths and bowed deeply to Hua Zhi as soon as he entered, "Thank you, Miss, for eliminating a nuisance from our Shuiguang Village."

After seeing Chen Er's reaction and hearing the words "Cao Dahai fell," Hua Zhi believed that Wu Zheng had indeed been lured away by someone's strategy. Therefore, her attitude towards him also changed, and she gestured for Wu Zheng to sit down and talk.

"I'm quite curious about this Cao Dahai. What kind of person is he that even Wu Dong has to avoid him?"

Wu Zheng didn't dare to underestimate the woman in front of him, so he explained, "Let me tell you, Cao Dahai was a tyrant in the city of Jingyang. Later, due to conflicts of interest, he brought a group of followers from the city to our village and opened the Yushun Fishery. Over the years, he has bullied and oppressed many people, causing chaos in Shuiguang Village. Although our Wu family has been running a courier business in Jingyang since my father's generation, our ancestors are from Shuiguang Village. Later, some relatives came to my father, asking him to take action against Cao Dahai."

Wu Zheng sighed, "My father is old, and I dare not agree. I never learned even half of my father's skills, and I know that with my limited abilities, I am no match for the powerful Cao Dahai. At that time, the courier business had lost two shipments in a row, and the couriers were scarce. So, I decided to end the courier business and return to Shuiguang Village to open a fishery. This way, we have food to eat and can also protect our relatives. I'm not trying to praise myself, but because of our fishery, Shuiguang Village no longer has people being pressured to death by Cao Dahai. All I can do is this, given my limited abilities."

"Those who know their limitations can avoid harming themselves and others. Wu Dong is a good person."

Wu Zheng smiled bitterly and shook his head, unwilling to agree.

Hua Zhi took a sip of tea and asked, "So, Cao Dahai doesn't really have any background, he's just a bully?"

"Something like that. He does have some connections, but now that his people are gone and his operation is smashed, no one will stand up for him." Moreover, the person who took action didn't seem ordinary, and they wouldn't have the courage to do so.

This was good news for Hua Zhi. Even though she didn't hold Cao Dahai in high regard, hearing Wu Zheng say this still eased her mind. Less trouble was always a good thing.

"It seems like Wu Dong has other matters to attend to. Let us continue our discussion as agreed tomorrow."

"Of course." Wu Zheng stood up and bowed, "I will await your presence, Miss."

Hua Zhi got up and gave a slight bow. Xu Ying escorted Wu Zheng out, maintaining proper etiquette even though their strengths had been somewhat revealed.

Coming from the capital, Wu Zheng certainly had a sense of decorum, thought Hua Zhi. Though he had traveled extensively, he understood that arrogance followed by humility was more off-putting.

"Huahua, are you just going to let him go like that? He wanted to act in your name."

If not, do you want to take him down too? Hua Zhi touched her forehead lightly and called Wang Cheng over, "Go and see Xiao Liu."

The Sixth Prince hesitated for a moment but immediately understood Huahua's meaning. He stood up and said, "Let Wang Cheng stay, I have Chen Zhen and Chen Shi brothers by my side."

"Take them with you."

The Sixth Prince felt both happy and useless, dragging Huahua down. This wouldn't do. He needed to learn more and be more useful so that he could help Huahua in the future. After returning, he would have to work harder to improve his skills. Having many people protect him was not as good as being able to protect himself.

Hua Zhi walked to the window and looked down at the empty street, the surroundings quiet as if in the depths of the mountains.

She knew what Wu Zheng was up to, but why should she stop him?

If he really had the ability to swallow up Yushun, it would only benefit her. At least, she wouldn't have to worry about someone tampering with her source of goods.

On the other hand, Cao Dahai's fate was the best deterrent. Even if Wu Zheng became more reckless in the future, he would have to consider if he could bear the consequences.

All in all, it was good.