I Got Rich in Period Fiction
Chapter 268: Turn Against Someone

Chapter 268: Chapter 268: Turn Against Someone

Qiao Qingyu didn’t know what Wu Peng was thinking, and she was also afraid of the sun since it was quite harsh today, so she picked up her straw hat and got off the tractor.

However, Wu Peng walked around the tractor with interest, patted the tires, and then the driver’s cabin. That’s when he discovered that this was no ordinary tractor; its driver’s cabin was actually bulletproof.

Wow, really cool.

It must have been He Xiuyu who gave it to Qiao Qingyu.

He really underestimated her.

By this time, Qiao Qingyu was already standing next to Mr. Wu. Wu Xiujie still sat submissively, not caring whether the dirt below would dirty his clothes. His legs were crossed, but the direction he was looking, Qiao Qingyu glanced and immediately knew what it was.

Wu Xiujie didn’t pretend to be profound and was very easygoing as he patted the space next to him, "Girl, do you want to sit for a while?"

In fact, Wu Xiujie always gave Qiao Qingyu a very cunning feeling.

But while being cunning, he seemed rather gentle.

Yet below that gentle facade, he seemed ready to turn his face and deny recognition at any moment.

That pretty much summed up Wu Xiujie’s overall impression on Qiao Qingyu.

Qiao Qingyu smiled and shook her head, "Sorry, Mr. Wu, I still have some things to take care of today."

"Are you heading to your grassland?"

"Something like that," Qiao Qingyu didn’t specify.

"Since you’re going to Barley Grassland, let’s go together; I just happen to have something to discuss with you."

Qiao Qingyu seriously said, "I don’t know what you want to discuss?"

Wu Xiujie didn’t answer her directly, but instead gazed into the distance for a while and sighed almost imperceptibly before standing up and saying, "Don’t worry, I won’t do anything to harm you."

Qiao Qingyu sneered inwardly. You would think of doing so, but how could you?

Wishful thinking.

Although Qiao Qingyu didn’t speak, her expression spoke for her. Qiao Qingyu was not usually like this, but she couldn’t help being influenced by Wu Xiujie whenever she saw him, and it must be said that Wu Xiujie was indeed a quite extraordinary person.

He knew how to provoke someone.

His sense of right and wrong was not strong, and he seemed to have no bottom line, so Qiao Qingyu really didn’t like dealing with him.

Qiao Qingyu was originally going to Barley Grassland anyway, and there was no need to make a detour for him. Besides, Qiao Qingyu wanted to see what Wu Xiujie was really up to.

When they arrived at the security line’s gate, they saw He Shan from afar. He Shan was stunned for a moment, not expecting Qiao Qingyu to come with Wu Xiujie.

Mr. He’s heart sank, wondering if Wu Xiujie now knew the truth.

It shouldn’t be.

Wu Xiujie believed the report wholeheartedly, and Wu Xiucai prioritized the safety of his daughter’s family while also burying his sentiments deep in his heart.

Now, just staying in Yun City and recuperating.

He had absolutely no contact with Han Xianglan or Qiao Qingyu.

However, He Shan knew that the old man had something in his hands, and it definitely related to the Buddha Cave.

He Shan even knew that the documents held in the briefcase that day surely contained the related information.

Frustrated by the lack of opportunities, but that was not very important now.

He greeted the few people with beaming smiles and welcomed them in.

Naturally, he first exchanged pleasantries with Wu Xiujie, then politely asked him what he was here for this time, "Mr. Wu, do you have any new information about the artifacts in Buddha Cave? If so, I warmly welcome it."

This was the shadow in Wu Xiujie’s heart, and as he watched the flurry of activities at the scene, his eyes suddenly darkened.

He fell silent.

Today he hadn’t brought his briefcase. Hands clasped behind his back, he looked at the objects inside but thought to himself, don’t think that just because it’s transported to Buddha Cave it’s safe.

It is yet to be known to whom the prize will fall, he simply didn’t believe that he couldn’t get a hold of anything.

After all, just last year, artifacts were secretly smuggled out of the country.

He knew, but he just wouldn’t say!

He was here today to negotiate terms with Qiao Qingyu and He Shan.

Wu Peng said cheerfully, "This time, we are here to discuss a matter with Qiao Qingyu, of course, whether or not it will succeed, Mr. He must also agree."

He hadn’t expected He Shan to be involved.

He Shan knew Wu Xiujie would not give up. Moreover, He Shan had indeed been waiting for Wu Xiujie for more than half a month, not expecting that he would be able to persist until everything was shipped away before coming out to find him.

"Mr. Wu, I am all ears to hear what it is."

He Shan gestured to Qiao Qingyu, indicating for her to hold off on speaking.

"Let’s go and take a look over there." Wu Xiujie didn’t say what the matter was, and, with hands behind his back, walked ahead.

The direction he was walking towards was the Willow Wood Forest that belonged to Qiao Qingyu, where the saplings had mostly thrived and were already thirty centimeters tall.

From a distance, it was a vibrant sight.

In contrast, the area ahead was truly barren.

Moreover, the problem was that near the wasteland, the growth of the saplings was significantly worse than inside.

The sand wind had a considerable impact on the saplings.

But it would be different if this area was all planted with barley grass or sea buckthorn.

After reaching this point, Wu Xiujie turned his head to look back, a glimpse of surprise flashed in his eyes, then he looked at Qiao Qingyu again, his fingers fidgeted a few times before he spoke, "I’ve been thinking these days. I have limited energy, after all, I’m getting old, and bidding for this wasteland was one thing but cultivating it is another..."

Everyone remained silent, waiting for him to continue.

Wu Xiujie was pleased with the response and went on, "Tearing up the contract is impossible, as we must uphold the spirit of the contract. However, I can sublet this wasteland. I wonder if Comrade Qiao Qingyu would be interested?"

Qiao Qingyu felt incredibly astute.

Just now at the security checkpoint entrance, she almost guessed it.

This old man wouldn’t be looking for her for anything else; surely, he wanted to sublet this wasteland to her.

Perhaps it was to exchange for something, barley grass seeds or Willow Wood saplings?

That she wasn’t sure of.

But since he mentioned her, Qiao Qingyu asked Mr. Wu, "Do you have specific terms? If so, I’d like to hear them."

Then she added, "However, subletting can be quite troublesome, I would rather directly lease an available wasteland. As you know, Xichuan lacks many things, but not barren sand land."

Wu Xiujie glanced sideways at Qiao Qingyu, knowing early on that this girl was sly, never engaging in a losing deal.

"What small matter would need terms? It’s just subletting. As long as we three parties agree, it’s easy to handle, just sign on it, you won’t incur losses, and furthermore, the cost is low, you’re actually getting a big bargain."

Qiao Qingyu certainly didn’t want such a bargain.

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