104: Chapter 104 Sense of Achievement

Han Jingyang thought for a moment. "How about this: I'll also contribute five hundred thousand to make it an even million. If any villagers want to contribute, they can give a symbolic amount. If this fund really gets off the ground, I'll provide the bulk of it and contribute every year."

When these words were spoken, both Han Jiansheng and Han Bin were stunned.

However, Han Bin remained silent.

Han Jiansheng, however, asked in surprise, "Do you have that much money?"

"I've earned a bit lately, and there will only be more in the future. Otherwise, I wouldn't be in such a hurry to build a house."

"Don't force yourself."

"I'm not forcing myself, nor am I just trying to look impressive. Let the village's money be used for building roads, paving bridges, and supporting the households under the five-guarantees system and impoverished families."

"Good! As expected of our village's first top-tier university student, your awareness is impeccable. Let's have a few drinks later."

At this point, Han Jiansheng no longer had any doubts about Han Jingyang. He no longer treated him like a green youth but seriously discussed the matters of repairing the temple and establishing the scholarship fund with him.

Lunch was eaten at Han Jiansheng's house, and they indeed shared a few drinks.

Few people in the village received this kind of treatment, especially young people.

This meant that he truly regarded Han Jingyang as someone whose words carried weight and who acted reliably.

In other words, in the eyes of Village Chief Han Jiansheng, Han Jingyang was no longer a wet-behind-the-ears kid who couldn't be trusted with important matters.

Although status within the village wasn't particularly useful, it provided a sense of achievement.

After all, what do people live for in this world?

Isn't it just for a word of praise from others?

To be able to make an entire village give a thumbs-up meant one was truly someone of note.

After eating and drinking their fill.

On the way back, Han Bin, who had been very quiet, snorted. "You're quite the figure now, aren't you? Sitting with the village chief, drinking and talking business. Should you be the head of this household too?"

What was this?

This was pure jealousy.

Jealousy that his son had become successful.

Of course, those words couldn't be said out loud. Han Jingyang said with a smiling face, "It was just a coincidence. Who knew their news was so well-informed?"

"If our news wasn't well-informed, were you planning to keep it from us forever?"

"Yeah. It's not exactly glorious; if I could hide it, I definitely would."

"So you know it's not glorious. A prestigious Shanda University graduate coming back to the village after a year to be a Feng Shui Master—you're really something."

Fine, let the old man lecture for a while.

Otherwise, who knows how long he'd hold that breath in.

It wouldn't be good if he made himself sick from bottling it up.

They arrived home.

Unsurprisingly, Han Jingyang was nagged again by his mother and grandmother.

On the contrary, his grandfather Han Zhenshan waved his hand dismissively. "What's wrong with being a Feng Shui Master? In the past, that was a trade only learned people could do. As long as you have real skill, what does it matter what you do? Being able to earn money to support the family makes you a real man."

Han Jingxin only dared to ask quietly after the adults finished speaking, "Brother, do you really understand Feng Shui?"

"A little."

"Can you read faces?"

"No."

"Huh? Then you're not that good. People say masters are proficient in all five arts—Mountain, Medicine, Life, Physiognomy, and Divination. How come you only know Feng Shui?"

Proficient in Mountain, Medicine, Life, Physiognomy, and Divination?

What kind of person could have such great ability?

That would have to be someone like the legendary Earth Immortals.

How could such a person exist in reality?

Without a doubt, the young girl had read too many novels and was projecting fiction onto reality.

Han Jingyang irritably tapped his sister's head. "Have you gone crazy from reading novels? Focus. Classes officially start tomorrow morning, understood?"

"Why so mean? It's just because I hit the nail on the head."

"Oh? Try saying that again."

"Hmph, you want me to say it so I will? I'm not saying it. Blehh~"

Once his sister returned to her room, Han Jingyang's expression gradually grew solemn.

I didn't expect my reputation to have reached even the country folk.

What does this indicate?

It indicates that the heat generated by my actions is extremely high.

Shen Yuhai warned me before that too much heat isn't necessarily a good thing and told me to keep a low profile.

I also sent my family to Qiongdao for a vacation.

But in this past week or so, besides Xue Xinming popping up, nothing has happened. Not a single person has come looking for trouble.

So the question is: is it that truly no one is looking for trouble?

Or are those looking for trouble hiding in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity?

I'm not afraid of them coming for me.

But if they move against my family...

No, I have to be on guard.

But I can't be in two places at once, and I can't protect everyone perfectly. I can only find ways to enhance my family's ability to protect themselves.

It would be best if everyone had an item with the 'Turning Misfortune into Blessing' skill.

Other protective items should also be arranged as soon as possible.

The more, the better.

Only by arming my family first can I boldly venture out into the world.

A sense of urgency suddenly rose in Han Jingyang's heart.

Treasure hunting!

The more, the better!

The 12th.

9:30 AM.

Han Jingyang waited for the tutor he had hired for his sister.

It was none other than his counselor, Zhou Yuanyuan.

He and Zhou Yuanyuan had a very good relationship. He had even brought her home before graduation, which had once caused a misunderstanding with his mother.

In fact, the two of them did have some feelings for each other.

But their statuses were a bit awkward.

So, through a series of missed chances, they had drifted apart.

Han Jingyang was later pursued by Sun Xiaoqian, while Zhou Yuanyuan remained single. To avoid suspicion, the two hadn't met for nearly a year, even though they were in the same city.

Han Jingyang looked Zhou Yuanyuan up and down. As she approached, he opened his arms. "Long time no see. How about a hug?"

Zhou Yuanyuan rolled her eyes. "Men and women should keep their distance. Please maintain your distance, student's parent."

Han Jingyang laughed heartily. "Sister Yuanyuan, thank you for your hard work this summer."

"It's no trouble. I should thank Boss Han for giving me a job. Otherwise, I'd have to spend this summer handing out flyers for extra cash."

"..."

Han Jingyang was choked into silence.

When did this gentle, smiling woman learn to be so sarcastic?

She used to be so cute.

She would smile at everyone, speak gently, and always have a sweet and cheerful expression.

Now...

Time really is a butcher's knife.

While grumbling internally, Han Jingyang led Zhou Yuanyuan through the door.

After entering, Zhou Yuanyuan immediately reverted to her original self, incessantly calling out greetings to the parents and grandparents, being as gentle as could be.

Wang Yunzhi was grinning from ear to ear. "Jingyang didn't tell me the tutor he hired was you! Oh, dear, you haven't visited in so long. Sit down, have some juice first. Oh, and have you had breakfast? Xinxin, come here quickly, the teacher is here."

Han Jingxin ran out, her face full of joy. "Sister Yuanyuan!"

Zhou Yuanyuan took Han Jingxin's hand and said gently, "You have to be well-behaved for the next two months."

"Mhm, I promise to be good."

"Are your final exam results out yet?"

"They're out, but they won't be announced until the 14th. But I've definitely improved; I feel like I did very well."

"That's impressive."

"Heehee, my brother helped me tutor, but unfortunately, he's a busy man. He spends all day thinking about making money and only occasionally finds time to guide me."

What does it mean to be a real sister?

This was it.

They bickered at home, but in front of outsiders, she wouldn't say a single bad word.

He hadn't doted on this little girl for nothing.

He'd place that Jiaqing-era Famille Rose 'Cheng Men Li Xue' water pot in the study later to activate the 'Persistence in Learning' skill as soon as possible, striving to give his sister a breakthrough this summer.

On Zhou Yuanyuan's first day of teaching, Han Jingyang didn't go anywhere and stayed home to keep her company.

This lasted until after dinner.

Han Jingyang drove Zhou Yuanyuan back to her dormitory.

On the way, Zhou Yuanyuan suddenly asked, "Jingyang, did you change careers to become a Feng Shui Master?"