These are two living lives.

Chen Xiao hung up the phone and jumped down from the car roof.

The business van following behind also arrived.

The three burly men were a bit nervous, as they clearly saw that there were still many wads of cash in Lin Yanran's handbag.

In this era, someone who could carry so much cash couldn't be an ordinary person.

They were just ordinary farmers, and the other party not only drove two luxury cars, but the one that came later also seemed to be part of their group.

"Uh, this… I'll give you the money back," the burly man in the lead said, feeling a bit guilty.

Chen Xiao looked at the tractor and saw that the two calves were already on their last breath, probably unable to make it to the veterinary station.

He pulled another wad of money from Lin Yanran's bag and stuffed it into the burly man's arms.

"Sorry, I had an urgent matter just now and needed phone signal, so I couldn't move the car. This money will be compensation."

Tens of thousands of yuan were nothing to Chen Xiao.

The profit generated by informing Su Tang a few minutes earlier would be in the millions.

But the three farmers didn't know that three tens of thousands of yuan in their hands already far exceeded the value of the calves.

It felt a bit hot to the touch.

"I, I'll just take one ten thousand yuan..."

Chen Xiao smiled without speaking and turned to get back into the car.

Immediately after, the three cars started, maintaining a steady speed as they drove towards Lan County.

"B-Big Brother, what's the background of these people? Are there such awesome figures in our county?"

"Look at that license plate, it's from the provincial capital, not simple."

"Sigh, this young man is domineering, but he handles things properly, and he's generous."

"Uh… So, are we still going to the veterinary station?"

The leading burly man looked back at the two poor calves that were severely injured when the cattle shed collapsed.

"Sigh, pitiful, they probably won't survive."

The other two's eyes lit up, "Big Brother, braised or stewed in sauce?"

The burly man glared, "Get lost! These are two living lives, they're not dead yet."

"However… we can buy some barbecue ingredients to prepare for later."

...

After returning to Lan County, Lei Yong and Lin Yanran set off for the provincial capital to pick someone up and buy a car.

Chen Xiao thought for a moment and said to Wang Li, "Mom, why don't you and Dad go back to the Hotel first? I'm going out for a walk. Give me your ID card."

Wang Li looked puzzled but still handed it over, "What do you need my ID card for?"

Chen Xiao took it and said,

"It's useful, don't ask. Just eat well, drink well, and have fun with Dad."

Wang Li, uneasy, gave a few more instructions.

Chen Xiao and Lei Ting got into the car and slowly drove away from the Hotel.

Chen Xiao was thinking about another problem.

Now that he had money, his mother would definitely urge him to marry after graduation.

And he, in this life, couldn't possibly get married.

It seemed he had to find a way to avoid this problem in advance.

But… how should he do it? Did he really have to arrange a fake wife?

"Boss, where are we going?"

"Oh, to Green Oasis Garden."

"Okay."

Lei Ting didn't ask what they were going to do; he had already memorized the map of Lan County in his mind these past few days.

He was naturally clear about the location of Green Oasis Garden, a high-end residential area in Lan County.

Upon arriving at the community entrance, Chen Xiao got out at the sales office entrance.

Green Oasis Garden was a project completed last year, and its location, facilities, and landscaping were all very good.

However, sales were not good because the price of 3200 yuan per square meter had no advantage over the average price of 1500 yuan in Lan County.

A customer finally arrived from a luxury car, and the beautiful saleswoman immediately latched onto him.

There was no need for a careful look; Chen Xiao's demeanor alone spoke volumes.

"Sir, are you looking for a multi-story building or…?"

Chen Xiao said, "That four-story villa building on the southernmost side is quite good."

The beauty smiled, "Sir, you really have good taste. This building was just released today, with units ranging from 80-120 square meters."

Chen Xiao didn't expose her trick. What the heck, just released today?

In this era, when real estate hadn't yet overheated, sales were not as booming as they would be a few years later.

As long as you got the pre-sale permit, you could buy whichever building you wanted; there was no such thing as holding back sales.

"Is there a discount for buying more?"

The beautiful saleswoman was stunned. She often heard this phrase in wholesale markets.

But in a sales office, it was quite rare.

"Yes!"

"Of course, there is! Sir, how many units would you like?"

The sales office lady asked with an expectant face.

"Hmm… how many units are there in this small villa building of yours?"

The beautiful saleswoman's heart began to pound, and she excitedly said, "This four-story villa building has a total of eight units, with a total area of 800 square meters. They are all exquisitely furnished, ready for immediate move-in."

After speaking, she looked at Chen Xiao with anticipation.

And Chen Xiao did not disappoint her. After thinking for a moment, he uttered the words she had been desperately hoping for.

"Alright, if the price is right, I'll take them all."

The beautiful saleswoman's pretty big eyes instantly lit up, and her whole demeanor immediately became radiant.

"B-Boss, please have a seat. I'll go find the manager right away."

Chen Xiao nodded. Before long, the manager rushed over, welcomed Chen Xiao into his office, and offered all sorts of attentive hospitality.

And he offered a sincere price of 3000 yuan per square meter.

800 square meters for 2.4 million yuan.

All five or six parking spaces at the entrance were given for free, and five years of property management fees were also included.

These things didn't matter much to Chen Xiao, but the other party's sincerity satisfied him.

He handed his ID card to the saleswoman and paid promptly.

The beautiful saleswoman was so excited that if Chen Xiao had just stuck out his face a little, she would have unhesitatingly given him a kiss.

A sales volume of 2.4 million yuan meant a commission of tens of thousands of yuan.

This was her annual salary.

Chen Xiao ultimately didn't give her this chance, mainly because her looks were still a bit lacking; at most, she could only be considered an 80-point beauty.

Perhaps he was destined for romance today. After avoiding the beautiful saleswoman in the sales office, he ran into a girl who made his heart tremble as soon as he came out.

"Xu Xiaolan."

"Huh?" Suddenly hearing someone call her name, Xu Xiaolan was startled, then realized it was Chen Xiao and couldn't help but smile, "Chen Xiao, what a coincidence, are you on vacation?"

In his previous life, there were only two girls who truly moved Chen Xiao's heart.

The first was Xu Xiaolan. She was his only white moonlight during his youthful years, but she hurt him deeply.

The second was Tan Cheng, a goddess who was out of reach.

Because he was hurt so deeply by Xu Xiaolan, when he met a girl who moved his heart again many years later, his courage to pursue her was not as strong.

However, these were all regrets Chen Xiao carried from his past life.

This life was already different.

He was no longer the timid and confused teenager, nor was he the miserable office worker who only focused on working hard with his head down.

Looking at Xu Xiaolan's bright big eyes, Chen Xiao smiled and said,

"Yes, I'm on vacation. I didn't expect to run into you here by such a coincidence."

Xu Xiaolan said, "I haven't been back to Lan County for a long time, so I came to visit."

Her voice was still so clear and pleasant, every note could stir Chen Xiao's nerves.

Xu Xiaolan's beauty was natural.

Her facial features were exquisitely flawless.

Her family's financial situation wasn't very good, and she hadn't used any expensive cosmetics.

Yet, her skin remained fair and delicate, with a tenderness like that of a newborn.

Every frown and smile was captivating, like a budding lily, fresh, elegant, and serene.