Era: I was a farmer at the foot of Yaoling Mountain

Chapter 152 Cause and Effect
"Thank you, Mr. Sun! I'll leave the recipe to you. I have all the herbs at home, so you don't have to worry about it."

"I can't do much to help. Just tell her to get more rest. I'm leaving now. I'll call my brothers to have dinner with me."

The two chatted for a while, and then Taoist Sun said goodbye and left.

Fang Wei knew some Chinese medicine. He looked at the prescription the other party had written and found that the medicine was moderate and mild, which could help to balance yin and yang, improve digestion, and have a calming effect.

He planned to kill a chicken at noon and stew it for Pan Lianhua.

In the morning, we continued to recall the bitterness and sweetness of the past, and then had the "recalling the bitterness and sweetness rice". After the meal, everyone got busy.

Fang Wei visited the experimental field. The experiment on the 10 mu (approximately 032 acres) of land was already in its later stages, and some progress was evident. He discovered that the sterile plant numbered "NG-" exhibited even better traits.

"It has excellent lodging resistance and disease and insect pest resistance, and the yield per mu is expected to be over 1100 kilograms. Other traits need further observation and are tentatively designated as key observation targets."

Fang Wei checked the planting records of the experimental field and became very interested in the sterile plants of this variety.

He decided to screen out the sterile plants of this variety, and then began to cultivate the sterile line and conduct pairing experiments on the restoration line.

He had a feeling that after a needle-in-a-haystack hybridization experiment, he would most likely be able to master a new variety of "hybrid rice" that would be of better quality than the [Nanguang No. 2].

He immediately found Fang Ping and asked him to arrange for someone to focus on observing this species.

"Captain, Captain, the Zheng brothers are about to fight with Chen Mazi. Go to Uncle Guan's house and take a look."

Just then, Fang Wenshu ran over panting.

He was running and shouting, and Fang Wei's face changed immediately.

It didn't matter what Chen Mazi was here for, but Zheng Hu and Zheng Bao couldn't act in public. Even if Chen Mazi was a nobody, he was still a commune leader, so they couldn't force him openly.

Fang Wei ran away and disappeared in a short while.

Fang Wenshu rubbed his eyes, thinking he was seeing things. How could a person run so fast? It completely overturned his understanding.

At this moment, the two groups were blocking Guan Chongyang's small courtyard, with the situation tense.

One side was composed of about ten people headed by Chen Mazi, among whom were two or three members of the working group, but most of them were idle people gathered together.

The other side was composed of militiamen led by Zheng Hu and Zheng Bao, who blocked the gate of the courtyard and prevented Chen Mazi and others from entering.

"Zheng Hu, Zheng Bao, you two brothers need to think clearly. I'm here to investigate on behalf of the commune. The masses have reported that Guan Chongyang has hidden gold and other prohibited items. If you don't let us in, you're obstructing public service."

Chen Mazi was very arrogant, jumping up and down and shouting.

Zheng Hu remained unmoved. He pointed at Chen Mazi and cursed, "There are so many leaders in the commune, and you think you can represent the commune by yourself? What's this investigation? I think you're just trying to take advantage of the situation."

"Bullshit! Look carefully, what am I holding? It's a red-headed document with a royal seal. If you don't move aside, you're obstructing us from performing our duties. You will be held responsible for any consequences."

"Are you trying to scare me? I'd be surprised if I believed you, even if you're using a piece of paper as a token of authority. I'm making this clear today: unless Secretary Xu comes in person, you can't even think of entering this door."

"Step aside!"

"No!"

Chen Mazi also became angry and prepared to force his way in.

Zheng Bao waved his hand and the militiamen raised their guns. The situation was about to get out of control.

"Stop! Huzi, Brother Bao, everyone, put down your guns first. Chen Mazi, tell your men to retreat. If you keep whining, you deserve to be beaten to death.

Damn, you guys are so bold, you actually want to snatch the militia’s guns when you get to the second team."

Fang Wei arrived at the right time, and as soon as he opened his mouth, he accused Chen Mazi and others of "stealing militia guns."

The Zheng brothers' eyes lit up, and they exchanged glances, thinking about how to "fire" reasonably.

"I told you to put your guns down, didn't you hear me? Do you have pig hair stuck in your ears?"

Fang Weiyi saw through the two brothers' plan at a glance. He was so angry that he stepped forward and kicked Zheng Hu, almost knocking him down.

This guy is good in every way, except that he sometimes acts without thinking. He was just trying to scare Chen Mazi and the others, but the Zheng brothers were just ready to start fighting.

If Chen Mazi was beaten to death in broad daylight, it would be a big deal. No one present would be able to escape and everyone would be finished.

Zheng Bao and others then put down their guns, not daring to look at Fang Wei's eyes.

There was a hint of murderous intent in Fang Wei's eyes, which was a very rare situation. Even Zheng Hu kept his mouth shut and said nothing.

"Bring your documents here, Chen Mazi. You'd better follow the rules when you work in Team 2 from now on. Otherwise, if you get beaten to death, there will be no one to help collect your body."

Fang Wei glanced at Chen Mazi coldly. Chen Mazi felt a chill on his back and even forgot to say anything back.

Later, he handed the piece of letterhead to Fang Wei.

Fang Wei took a look and saw that it stated the cause of the incident and asked the second team to assist in the investigation.

Before, Chen Mazi didn't take the second team seriously at all. When he arrived, he planned to rush into Guan Chongyang's house to search, but he was blocked outside the door by Zheng Hu and others.

"Does Secretary Xu of the commune know about this?"

Fang Wei held a piece of paper and pondered for a moment before asking.

"No, why are you always asking Secretary Xu? I have an official letter here. You should actively cooperate instead of asking questions."

Chen Mazi came back to his senses. He was a little angry and embarrassed because he had just been suppressed by Fang Wei's aura.

"Nothing, I was worried that someone was plotting something behind the commune and Secretary Xu's back, so I wanted to find out.

So, I will send someone to the commune to clarify. If it is normal official business, I will not stop it."

It was impossible for Fang Wei to let Chen Mazi enter the yard smoothly. According to common sense, Chen Mazi and others should contact the team cadres first after arriving at the second team, and then take action.

But Chen Mazi knew that Fang Wei and Guan Chongyang had a good relationship, so he wanted to take action first, but the situation ended up being stuck.

Fang Wei now seized this opportunity and deliberately disgusted the other party.

"You! It's up to you. If you want to ask, just do it quickly."

Chen Mazi tried hard to suppress his anger and chose to give in.

There was nothing we could do if he refused to give in. It was his fault. Why didn't he say hello to the cadres of the second team when he came?

Fang Wei winked at Zheng Hu, who understood immediately and went to the commune with Deng Yuanen. However, when they arrived, they couldn't find Xu Guangsheng, who said he had gone to a meeting in the county and hadn't returned.

I waited for a full hour before I finally saw the real person.

"Secretary Xu, here's something happening..."

Zheng Hu told the whole story truthfully. When Xu Guangsheng heard it, he couldn't help but slap his forehead.

"Come on, I'll go with you to Team Two."

Xu Guangsheng didn't even have time to drink a sip of water before following Zheng Hu and Deng Yuanen on their way. At the gate of Guan Chongyang's courtyard, the two groups waited for several hours before anyone arrived.

"Secretary Xu, you're finally here. These people from Team Two are simply barbarians. Not only are they obstructing official business, they're also ready to use guns."

Chen Mazi, the villain, was the first to complain and directly put the blame on the second team.

Xu Guangsheng was too lazy to pay attention to him and walked to Fang Wei's side.

"Captain Fang, the commune did receive a report, so we're here to verify it. Our people adopted the wrong method. I apologize to you. Let's investigate further."

"Okay, let's check it out. But first, let's make it clear that people can go in and investigate, but they can't damage the facilities in the house, and they are not allowed to take other people's things."

Fang Wei had to give Xu Guangsheng face, and this matter had to come to a conclusion after all.

He was just a small production team leader and could not withstand the pressure from others. The best he could do was to fight for a relatively fair investigation process.

Xu Guangsheng nodded and looked at Chen Mazi and others with some disgust.

These people were all newly emerged "upstarts," many of whom were former members who had been idle. They were waving the banner of infallibility, but they had actually messed up the commune.

"Did you hear everything? Keep your hands off me, or else you'll be rude to me. Go in, finish your investigation quickly and go back soon."

After Xu Guangsheng finished speaking, he took the lead and entered the yard.

Fang Wei, Zheng Hu, Zheng Bao and others also walked in. They had to keep an eye on these people to prevent them from doing anything unexpected.

Guan Chongyang was sitting in the room, and Sun Zhaodong was accompanying him.

After Fang Wei came in, he winked at Taoist Sun, and he left reluctantly.

"Guan Chongyang, someone reported you for hiding something. Where is the thing? Hand it over."

"No, there's nothing at home."

"You still dare to quibble? Search me."

"casual."

What followed was a thorough search of the house. With Zheng Hu and others watching, these people didn't dare to do anything reckless, but they still turned the house upside down.

As a result, nothing was found.

Chen Mazi did not give up. He even searched the beams and stove, but still found nothing.

"Secretary Xu, he's not being honest. Can we take him back and question him slowly?"

Chen Mazi came up with a more vicious trick and wanted to take Guan Chongyang away.

If this person is taken away, it is hard to say whether he can come back safely.

"No! You don't have the authority. Besides, the house is so small, where can he hide the things?"

Xu Guangsheng rejected Chen Mazi's request and prepared to lead the team back to the commune.

Chen Mazi still refused to give up and asked people to knock on the walls and the ground to see if there was any hidden dark room in Guan Laotou's house.

The result naturally disappointed him. How could he find something that didn't exist in the first place?
In the end, Chen Mazi and his men left in disgrace, and the militiamen "escorted" them out of the village.

Xu Guangsheng didn't go with those people. He turned his head to look at Fang Wei and said, "Come with me for a walk and see the economic forest you have cultivated."

So the two of them left Guan Chongyang's house and headed towards the forestry area.

The vast expanse of green that greeted him brightened Xu Guangsheng's mood. He'd been so upset lately that a layer of white hair had grown on his temples, which was noticeable from the side.

"This is our forestation area. Further up, there's a chestnut forest. We'll see benefits from it next year or the year after."

Seeing that the other party was staring into the distance silently, Fang Wei took the initiative to speak and break the silence.

He did not blame the commune for what happened today. At this stage, people like Chen Mazi were causing trouble, and even Xu Guangsheng was powerless to do anything about many things.

"I've read your Second Team's work report, and it's indeed made great progress in recent years. Comrade Fang Wei, your Second Team is responsible for cultivating high-quality rice seeds for the entire county. You must not slack off, no matter what. Remember this!"

Xu Guangsheng turned his head and glanced at Fang Weiyi.

This young man has created one miracle after another and is the county's treasure. Can I protect him in the storms to come?
"I know. Food is the most important thing for the people."

Fang Wei didn't think too much about it. He had the support of the members and the help of various production teams, so he was not afraid of the conspiracy of Chen Mazi and others.

He believes that what Xu Guangsheng said is very correct. We should never forget our roots at any time, and we should always work hard on agricultural production. The research on hybrid rice will continue to move forward.

"Captain Fang, you are from this village and grew up here. Do you know what the grudge between Chen Mazi and Guan Chongyang is?"

"Years ago, Chen Mazi used today's excuse to bully Old Man Guan. Their feud must have started back then, right?"

Xu Guangsheng didn't talk much about work, but changed the subject and asked about the origin of the grudge between Guan Chongyang and Chen Mazi.

Fang Wei's heart moved, and he felt that the other party would not bring up this topic for no reason.

"That's the result, not the cause. I don't know where their grudge comes from, but it's definitely not as simple as it seems. You're the captain, so please pay more attention to this matter, okay?"

"Okay, I'll pay attention."

After Xu Guangsheng finished speaking, he turned around and went down the mountain.

Fang Wei asked Deng Yuanen to send the other party back to the commune by tractor. The more he thought about it, the more he felt something was wrong, so he went to find Guan Chongyang.

"Old man, think carefully, before Chen Mazi first bullied you, did you two have any conflicts?"

Given his relationship with Guan Chongyang, he could just say whatever he wanted to say; there was no need to hide anything.

Guan Chongyang was stunned for a moment, then replied:
"I've never dealt with him before, so where does the grudge come from? Chen Mazi grew up with his mother. No one in the village knows who his father is, and I've only met him a few times."

Guan Chongyang traveled all over the country when he was young, and only settled in the village permanently after the founding of the People's Republic of China.

Back then, he could only go back to the village a few times a year. How could he have any connection with a child who was called a "bastard"?
Fang Wei was also puzzled, and finally could only attribute it to Chen Mazi's character problem. Once he made an enemy, he would hold on to it tightly.

"Master, your house will be completed soon, but I hope you can stay with Master Guan for a while longer. It's better to be safe than sorry."

He immediately stood up. Sun Zhaodong happened to be there too. He gave some instructions and left.

Guan Chongyang was still thinking hard. He also felt that something was wrong. The first time Chen Mazi brought people, he almost emptied his house. He didn't cause trouble for the other party, so why did the other party still force him?

"Brother, you used to help people with feng shui and yin and yang, so you have to bear the consequences. If you think about this aspect more, you may gain something."

Taoist Sun was a cultivator after all, with a clear mind. He suddenly spoke up and pointed out Guan Chongyang.

Guan Chongyang suddenly raised his head, and the fog in his mind seemed to be torn open, and something was about to come out.

(End of this chapter)