After Transmigration, I Picked Up A Husband and Daughter
Chapter 200 Return to Position

Chapter 200: Chapter 200 Return to Position

Her eyes carried an undeniable determination, colliding with Zheng Jun’s crafty gaze, sparks flying.

Su Yu was well aware that Zheng Jun wielded overwhelming power in this small town, but she understood even more that some things, even if they offended the powerful, could not be ignored.

Su Yu deliberately slowed her speech, meticulously analyzing the value of Purple Ganoderma, her words not only meant to educate Zheng Jun but also to spread knowledge to the people present, awakening their sense of fairness.

Her fingers gently caressed the smooth surface of the Ganoderma, her words earnest and powerful, trying to awaken everyone’s sense of justice.

The farmer was initially just staring blankly at the scene but then seemed to come to an epiphany, joining in agreement.

His voice was full of simplicity and hope; even though he did not fully understand the intricacies, he felt the warmth and support conveyed in Su Yu’s words, as if he had grasped a lifesaving straw.

Faced with Su Yu’s relentless pressure and the gradual awakening of the surrounding crowd, Zheng Jun managed a smile that was awkward yet polite.

He knew if he mishandled the situation today, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Thus, he feigned generosity by raising his offer in an attempt to salvage some face, while secretly reminding himself not to underestimate this seemingly frail but razor-sharp young woman.

A trade that should have been unfair gradually leaned toward justice with Su Yu’s intervention.

This rare victory was not only about the monetary gain but also a small victory of people’s hearts turning towards light and righteousness.

"Five silver taels?"

The farmer’s voice trembled slightly with excitement, as if he couldn’t believe his own ears.

This young woman’s casual words were like a divine stroke, allowing him to exchange his inconspicuous mountain goods for a value far beyond what was expected.

"Great, great, this is really wonderful!"

He echoed repeatedly, his joy clearly overflowing.

Su Yu sighed inwardly, although somewhat reluctantly, seeing the farmer’s beaming smile, she decided not to say more.

After all, this transaction was none of her business, she had intervened initially out of compassion.

Since Zheng Jun was willing to compromise, she didn’t want to cling on any longer, risking the harmony they had achieved.

Zheng Jun noticed that Su Yu no longer objected, and his tension eased accordingly.

He signaled for Changsui to stay put, then pulled out the hefty five silver taels from his sleeve and handed them to the farmer.

The farmer’s hand trembled slightly as he took the silver, his face full of confusion: "Then... the money for my mother’s medicine..."

In his understanding, this money might be withheld by Doctor Shen for medical fees.

"Don’t worry, I have already prepared the medicine for you, packaged properly. Just come and get it at the next town market."

Zheng Jun’s words were gentle and reassuring.

Upon hearing this, the farmer was overjoyed.

This meant he could not only receive unexpected wealth but also get the medicine his mother needed for free.

Today’s luck felt like a rain of fortune from the heavens, filling his heart with gratitude and joy.

He earnestly expressed his thanks to Su Yu, then carefully packed the medicine, pocketing the heavy silver, and with a smile on his face, he set off on his way home.

As the farmer’s figure gradually disappeared into the distance, Su Yu’s lips curved in a smirk, and she slowly said, "Doctor Shen really does have a unique knack for business."

Zheng Jun caught the sarcastic tone in her words but did not take it to heart, responding indifferently, "Business is about mutual consent. If he finds the price unacceptable, he is free to find another buyer!"

Su Yu sneered and asked, "Isn’t Doctor Shen worried that no one will seek his services in the future by undervaluing like this?"

Zheng Jun did not wish to delve into such a query.

After all, due to a single remark from Su Yu, he had ended up paying five extra silver taels for no reason, which inevitably left him feeling somewhat frustrated—hardly in the mood to listen to her cold words.

The only reason he hadn’t completely fallen out with her was that he knew well that this lady might have greater opportunities hidden behind her, possibly earning him more favor and benefits in Master Liao’s eyes.

Therefore, he suppressed the displeasure in his heart and instead asked, "What brings you to me today, young lady?"

Although Su Yu felt disdain for Zheng Jun’s actions, she did indeed need something from him and had to temporarily set aside her prejudices.

"I want to inquire about someone from Doctor Shen—Biaozi. I hope Doctor Shen can be completely frank and tell me everything about him."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Jun answered without a second thought, "Of course, I shall hold nothing back regarding this matter."

From the words laced with disdain and caution from Zheng Jun, Su Yu gradually pieced together a portrait of Zhou Biao.

Zhou Biao—the name itself bore a brutal air. He had been notoriously involved in human trafficking in Clear Water Town for many years, casting a dark cloud over the town.

This man’s conduct was despicable, not only addicted to pleasures of wine, women, and wealth but frequently lingering in places of ill repute and never considering marrying or having children, as if his soul had been utterly corroded by greed and desire.

Even though the country had gradually stabilized in recent years and the lives of the people had progressively improved, reducing the tragedies of families forced to sell their children, Zhou Biao was like a cunning rat, always finding opportunities in the seemingly peaceful societal gaps to abduct innocent people to other places.

Many in the town harbored suspicions that those who suddenly disappeared had been taken away by Zhou Biao using shameful methods, but, lacking concrete evidence and because of Zhou Biao’s secretive operations, the government’s reach seemed forever unable to touch his filthy trail.

One reason Zhou Biao was wary of Zheng Jun was that he knew Zheng was backed by the powerful influence of Ning County. Although their relationship was not clear cut, it was enough to make Zhou Biao curb his usual arrogance whenever facing Zheng Jun, replacing it with cautious fear, lest he unintentionally provoke someone he shouldn’t.

Su Yu carefully pondered, aligning each detail in her mind like pieces of a puzzle.

Zhou Biao...Old Lady Zhao... sharing the same surname, and the familiar air Zhou Biao had around him—that resemblance in his demeanor and eyebrows to the members of the Zhou Family seemed to bring back memories from another life.

Indeed, they turned out to be siblings! With that, the hidden mastermind behind the troubles repeatedly caused to the Zhou Family, giving Su Yu and her family endless headaches, was none other than Zhou Biao. Indeed, birds of a feather flock together, what goes around comes around.

In the face of such outrageous actions, there was not a moment of hesitation in Su Yu’s heart—the seeds of revenge had already been quietly planted.

However, how to cleverly arrange and find the right opportunity for a fatal blow still needed careful planning.

She knew well that once the opportunity arose, she would not be soft-hearted but would make the villain pay the price he deserved.

Leaving Tongren Hall, Su Yu hurried her steps directly toward Willow Village.