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Liang Siji felt a deep sense of satisfaction from the admiration of the people, a feeling he hadn't enjoyed in a long time, akin to being the center of attention. This overwhelming sensation excited him to the point of losing control.
This was even more precious than being revered from the very beginning; the sense of achievement was far greater.
This elevated sense of superiority straightened his back as he took on the pose of a righteous person and declared, "Please send out your leader to speak!" It was as if he alone embodied justice, as if he were the authority in the industry.
At that moment, the foolish crowd obeyed his commands, treating him as their leader.
The situation had reached a stalemate and escalated to a boiling point. Liu Qingxi considered that it was about time to act and exchanged a nod with Zhang Wuliang. The two agreed to step forward.
The young girl wore a light blue outfit, looking sharp and tidy. Her pants were rolled up, her hair braided, and her bright eyes shone as she stepped forward into the crowd, exuding an aura that did not resemble that of a malicious person at all.
Many had heard of Liu Qingxi's name, and quite a few had seen her before; however, there were still Many People present who had never encountered her.
Such a clear-eyed person could not possibly commit acts of cruelty.
Deep down, they were reluctant to believe what they saw: "She doesn't look like it; this girl has the face of a good child."
"Come on, what do you know? You can know someone’s face but not their heart. Who knows what she’s really like? The facts are right in front of you; you all saw the blood earlier. What else is there to doubt?"
"That's not right. I heard about her during last year's earthquake; she saved many people. The folks from Village didn't lose anyone that time, unlike our village where many were buried. When they were dug out, they were covered in blood and couldn't be saved."
Having experienced such a rare earthquake was unforgettable for them. The surprise that Liu Qingxi brought was astonishing.
Suddenly, how could someone who brought such joy possibly be...???
Liang Siji looked at the girl before him, around fourteen or fifteen years old, with a slightly immature face that gave no indication of possessing such immense power.
Despite being only fifteen, she had grown tall due to a rich diet and careful calcium intake; now she stood nearly 1.7 meters tall. Standing in front of Liang Siji, their heights were almost equal. Coupled with her strong presence, Liang Siji, who had lived most of his life, felt a twinge of fear.
But he forced himself to suppress the trembling in his heart and straightened his back. "Are you Liu Qingxi?" A hint of disdain flashed across the man's face. How could a young girl possibly possess such abilities? "You should just stay at home and rest, Young Lady. Is this kind of work something a woman can do? Why not go home and take it easy?"
Liang Siji had spent most of his life in construction, looking down on Liu Qingxi, a young girl. If it weren't for witnessing it with his own eyes, the common people would find it hard to believe this fact.
As soon as Liang Siji finished speaking, people began to murmur among themselves. "Yes, yes, she's a Young Lady; if she really had no ability, we wouldn't expect anything from her. Don't push yourself too hard."
"However, Miss Liu, let's be clear: even if you are a Young Lady, if you've made a mistake, you need to correct it and take responsibility. Knowing your faults and improving is crucial. If something goes wrong, you need to think about how to resolve it; if the authorities need to step in, then let them."
Liang Siji's words hinted at fairness and justice, but only he understood their true meaning. Upon hearing him speak this way, everyone expressed their dissatisfaction with Liu Qingxi.
" Miss Liu, since the problem has arisen, look at your attitude now. Even when lives are at stake, you're not rushing to help; you're just dragging this out. We bystanders can't stand it anymore; it's truly disheartening."
Some people still retained a bit of rationality and didn't act too aggressively, but others were less restrained. Those with fiery tempers stepped forward directly: "Why bother reasoning with her? Just drag her over to see the officials and let them decide."
"Exactly! An eye for an eye; she shouldn't be let off so easily!"
Liu Qingxi watched as people united against her. The smile on her lips did not reveal the panic within; it was as if everything was under her control.
Seeing her expression, Liang Siji felt even more uncertain and wished he could drag her away right then for his peace of mind. His words became increasingly pointed.
Many present were common folks with little knowledge and barely able to read; they were easily swayed by others.
Liu Qingxi was waiting for this moment. Liang Siji's triumphant smile was bright now but would soon turn grim; she was eager to see that.
"Everyone, please don't panic. Things are not as you imagine; no one has died!" Liu Qingxi's voice rang out clearly like an oriole amidst the loud voices around her, strikingly distinct yet not unpleasant.
"What???" Her words surprised everyone as if they had heard a great joke.
"How is that possible???" Countless question marks swirled above their heads. What exactly was going on?
The onlookers were mostly puzzled, but as one of the parties involved, Liang Siji felt a sudden jolt in his heart, as if a heavy stone was pressing down on him, about to become the last straw that would break him.
"It’s impossible! I arranged this myself; there’s definitely been tampering. There’s no way everything is fine!" Liang Siji kept reassuring himself. "That’s right, no one knows about this matter. It must be Liu Qingxi, that shameless little wretch, who is deliberately doing this to cover up the truth. There must be someone below; otherwise, how could there be so much blood?"
So, Liu Qingxi's initial refusal to help was to conceal the facts and prevent anyone from raising questions. She must be putting on a facade now.
"Liu Qingxi, stop pretending. It's obvious whether there’s anyone below or not," Liang Siji said with a smug expression.
Upon hearing this, people nodded in agreement. From the beginning, Liu Qingxi and her group had been arguing: "We don’t believe it; otherwise, where did all that blood come from?"
"We saw it with our own eyes. Stop pretending; someone has already reported it to the authorities. Soon the officials will come; let’s see how you argue your way out of this."
"What is this Flowing Villa? It’s all a scam! We’ve never heard of it; how could anyone build such a thing? Who would believe it outside?"
Liu Qingxi faced another round of questioning from the crowd, and chaos erupted at the scene, completely beyond human control.
Liang Siji aimed to escalate the situation; only by doing so could he ensure that Liu Qingxi would never rise again and would roll out of Biqi Town for good, no longer his rival.
Behind the crowd, a man in his thirties revealed a sinister smile, as if victory was within reach. "Liu Qingxi, the pain I endured back then will surely be repaid to you double. How does it feel? What if you have a powerful master? You still ended up in my hands."
The man was none other than Ren Qiangsheng, who had been planning this situation for over a year. Now it was time for results; he needed to justify all the arrangements he made while away from home.
At that moment, far away at Ren Qiangsheng's home, a couple was cooking together—he was frying vegetables while she was making porridge, their love evident in their actions.
The man glanced at the woman while cooking. "Is that useless guy from your family not coming back? It’s been over two months now!"
The woman scoffed slightly. "What does it matter? Talking about him is just a buzzkill. He used to earn money just fine, but ever since he went to Lingjiang Province last year and came back like a different person, it’s infuriating to look at him. Isn’t it better without him around? What’s wrong? Are you starting to dislike me?"
The man quickly walked over and wrapped his arms around her slender waist. "How could that be? I like you more than ever! Just look at how well we’re living now without him around."
A large hand gently pinched the woman's waist, and the two exchanged a knowing smile as they walked out of the kitchen, one in front and the other behind.
This woman was none other than Ren Qiangsheng's wife. During his absence, this was the life she led.
If the vengeful Ren Qiangsheng saw the fire in the backyard, what would he think?
However, he did not know, nor could he know, because his heart was consumed by hatred, blinding him to the present and leading him further down the wrong path.
At this moment, in Biqi Town, Liu Qingxi's explanations were met with skepticism from the people. Liang Siji completely ignored his slowing heartbeat, believing that victory was his.
Yet... the turning point was still to come; true victory belonged to those who laughed last.
Liu Qingxi looked at the elderly man before her with a calm gaze. Adhering to the principle of respecting elders, she initially did not want to engage too much with Liang Siji. However, as he became increasingly unreasonable, she felt no need to spare him any courtesy.
"Lord Liang, as a junior, I should respect you as a senior, and I have indeed done so. However, your aggressive stance is something I cannot agree with. Before understanding the situation clearly, you should not make such arbitrary decisions."
"The previous few sentences were out of respect for you. What I say next may be hard for you to hear; this is what I truly want to express. As a senior, you do not exhibit any qualities of one. Making such hasty decisions without clarity makes me question your professional competence. I truly wonder what you've been doing all these years? If you don't understand something, then don't speak blindly."
"Oh right, it's not that you're speaking blindly; it's that you fail to recognize your own mistakes while putting on airs as an elder. Aren't you just jealous of me? Jealous of my abilities that you lack? Jealous of my numerous business opportunities? But one cannot live like this. You may choose not to work hard, but you cannot blame others for being diligent when you reap the consequences of your own laziness."
"I despise your approach. If I were you, I would have found a hole to hide in long ago without feeling embarrassed."
Liu Qingxi's words offered Liang Siji no mercy at all; it was like a resounding slap across his face, leaving him pale and flushed.
"You've been in the construction industry for so many years; do you really have no understanding of Feng Shui gossip or site selection? I truly doubt your capabilities."
Liu Qingxi's certainty left him speechless. In that moment, people only saw the young girl's boldness and were struck by her slender figure illuminated by sunlight, which brought them unparalleled shock.
Their mouths agape in astonishment reflected the impact Liu Qingxi had on them; she seemed to come forth against the light, utterly pure and holy.
Gulldong... The sound of swallowing was too beautiful! It was not just about appearance, but the kind of shock that radiated from within.
Liang Siji looked at the scene before him, the choice of people turning against each other was exactly the same as when they faced Liu Qingxi, all joining forces against her.
"You! You! You!" His fingers trembled slightly as he pointed at Liu Qingxi, unable to utter a single word in his anger.
"What about me? Is my truth not a fact? Do you know what just happened? Do you understand the meaning behind that blood that emerged?" Liu Qingxi's momentum changed dramatically.
However, Liang Siji was determined not to admit his mistake: "You're just making a fuss. If you have the ability, send someone down to check!"
"Are you sure?" Liu Qingxi asked with a half-smile.
"I... I'm sure!" Yet his words lacked conviction.
"Heh heh!" Liu Qingxi chuckled lightly: "Since Lord Liang wants to test, let's test it. This way, you won't think I'm taking lives recklessly. But before that, I need to invite someone to witness."
"Sure!" Given how things had escalated, attracting the attention of everyone in Biqi Town, Liang Siji was not afraid of any tricks from Liu Qingxi with so many witnesses present.
The young girl nodded slightly and said to the young man behind her: "Go and bring that person here!"
At this moment, people began to wonder who Liu Qingxi wanted to invite. The only person in Biqi Town who could speak on such matters was the elder, Liang Siji.
In response to their curiosity, Liu Qingxi simply smiled and remained silent: "Once the person arrives, you'll know. They will surely convince you all. I, Liu Qingxi, act with integrity and have never feared anyone."
Liang Siji snorted coldly: "Who wins and who loses is still uncertain."
"Indeed, it is uncertain!" Liu Qingxi repeated, but it was not a question; it was a statement of certainty.
Yes, she would not lose; she had never lost. In her dictionary, there was only victory.
Especially when facing someone like Liang Siji, there is no need to be polite.
The scene shifted from the earlier commotion to a now quiet atmosphere, with everyone staring at the two people in confrontation, one male and one female, one old and one young, neither willing to back down.
At that moment, a person hurriedly approached, led by several teenagers from Ten Li Pu, with a light sheen of sweat on his forehead. " Miss Liu, why did you call me here in such a hurry? What's going on? Why are there so many people?"
Clearly, the newcomer had not grasped the situation yet.
"Boss Qian, here's the thing," Liu Qingxi explained the whole story to him. "Lord Liang is certain that someone has died below. I value human life, and I thought you, as the owner of the house, have the most authority to appoint this notary. Otherwise, it will be very difficult for Qingxi to clear her name of White Out!"
It turned out that the person invited was none other than the owner of the house, Boss Qian. He had been out on business and had not heard about such a significant event until he caught wind of it on his way back.
As for someone dying, how could that be possible?
"Alright, I'll act as this notary. Miss Liu, Lord Liang, you can rest assured; this house belongs to me, and I am the one who least wants anything to go wrong."
No one opposed his arrival or his witnessing; Liang Siji had nothing to say either.
Thus, the verification could begin!
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