Beachcombing: The beach is full of amazing seafood, but my wife won't let me get out of bed!

Chen Dapao sat on the ground, slapping his thighs and howling, while several old men and women around him joined in the commotion.

Wu Sui stood to the side and threw the cigarette butt in his hand on the ground.

He wasn't angry; instead, he grinned.

"Uncle Changgui."

Chen Changgui was having a headache from the noise, but when he heard Wu Sui calling him, he quickly responded.

"Ah Sui, don't worry, let me talk to them again."

"No need to say anything more." Wu Sui waved his hand, his tone very relaxed.

"Since Grandpa Chen thinks there's a gold mine under that saline-alkali land, then I won't buy these three acres."

As soon as these words were spoken, the previously noisy courtyard immediately fell silent.

Chen Dapao stopped howling, a hint of smugness flashing across his face.

Wu Sui continued, "That piece of land had been abandoned for more than ten years. I bought it because I wanted some space."

"Since the village is in such a difficult position, I won't force it."

"By the way, Uncle Changgui, let's also cancel the 20,000 yuan I mentioned sponsoring the village primary school."

Wu Sui spread his hands, his face completely indifferent.

"After all, we didn't even buy the land, so it's not entirely legitimate for me to pay this money, to avoid people saying I have ulterior motives, right?"

Chen Changgui's head buzzed.

School is about to start, and those dilapidated classrooms in the elementary school leak whenever it rains.

The town's education bureau is coming to inspect next month. If this money goes to waste, how will he save face? Will he still be eligible for year-end awards and commendations?

This is a genuine achievement!

Several village officials nearby also became anxious.

Women's Director Aunt Zhang grabbed Chen Changgui's sleeve.

"Village chief, this won't do! If the elementary school roof isn't repaired soon, where will the children sit to study when school starts?"

Accountant Li was so anxious he was stamping his feet: "That's right! This money is a lifeline! We can't let this opportunity slip away!"

Chen Changgui's facial muscles twitched violently twice.

He turned and glared fiercely at Chen Dapao, who was sitting on the ground.

Chen Dapao hadn't realized the seriousness of the problem and continued shouting while slapping his thigh.

"Did you hear that? He said he's not buying it anymore, Changgui, you can't approve this land for him."

"I'll criticize your mother's head!"

Chen Changgui suddenly swore, and he did it to his own second uncle.

Everyone in the room was startled.

He pointed at Chen Dapao's nose and started cursing.

"Chen Dapao, you old bastard, you're going to wipe out our village's lineage!"

Chen Dapao was stunned. He got up from the ground and went straight for Chen Changgui's nose, his fingers trembling.

"Changgui, you...you...you dare to insult me?"

"I'm talking about you. Do you even know what that 20,000 yuan is for?"

"That's for repairing the roof of the village primary school, and that's for buying new desks for the children."

"By stopping Ah Sui from buying land, you are stopping the children in our village from going to school."

As Chen Changgui spoke, he grew increasingly angry, his chest heaving violently, and spittle sprayed all over Chen Dapao's face.

"You still have the nerve to cause trouble here after all the mess your son got up to at sea?"

"I've approved this land today. Anyone who dares to object is a sinner against the entire village!"

"If you're going to die, then hurry up and I'll give you a grand funeral. If you're not going to die, then hurry up and leave."

He was so angry that he turned around and yelled into the office.

"Da Gang, Xiao Liu, are you guys dead? Get out here right now!"

Several young staff members quickly ran out.

"Get this old codger out of here!"

"From now on, he is not allowed to step into the village committee compound."

Chen Dapao was completely dumbfounded, struggling to shout, "Chen Changgui, how dare you! I'm your second uncle!"

"Even if you're my father, you're not allowed to leave. Take him out."

Da Gang and Xiao Liu didn't hesitate either; each of them grabbed one of Chen Dapao's arms, suspending him in mid-air.

Chen Dapao kicked his legs wildly and screamed like a pig being slaughtered, and was dragged out of the village committee compound.

With a "bang," the courtyard gate slammed shut, and the courtyard instantly became quiet.

Chen Changgui took a few deep breaths to calm himself down.

He turned to look at Wu Sui, his face immediately beaming with a smile.

"Ah Sui, I'm sorry you had to see this. I was just confused from anger. Don't take it to heart."

Wu Sui smiled and shook his head: "Uncle Changgui was also thinking about the children in the village. I understand. This matter was handled beautifully."

"Then... about donating money?" Chen Changgui asked tentatively, rubbing his hands together.

"The land will be approved, and the money will be paid in full." Wu Sui said decisively.

Chen Changgui slapped his thigh: "Great, that's great! Let's go inside and sign the papers."

In the office, accountant Lao Li had already prepared the paperwork.

Chen Changgui took the pen, quickly signed his name, and then stamped the village committee's official red seal.

Wu Sui took the document and looked at it carefully.

Three acres of saline-alkali land, plus the original stone house, make for a large enough area.

He signed it and pressed his fingerprint on it.

"Uncle Changgui, the formalities are complete. The money is at home. Let Uncle Li come back with me to get it."

"Alright, alright, Lao Li, you'll go with Ah Sui on this trip."

Wu Sui led Accountant Li home.

Along the way, many villagers witnessed this scene and whispered among themselves.

The news about what happened in the village committee compound has already spread.

Chen Dapao was thrown out, and Wu Sui successfully acquired the land and even donated 20,000 yuan to the primary school.

This made the villagers look at Wu Sui with new respect.

"Old Wu really went all out this time, donating 20,000 yuan without hesitation."

"He's successful now, making a lot of money, and he still contributes to the village. He's much better than Chen Fugui."

"That's right, that old bastard Chen Dapao deserves it. His son does awful things at sea, and he embarrasses everyone in the village."

Wu Jianguo was weaving fishing nets in the yard when he saw Wu Sui bring Accountant Li in, and he quickly put down what he was doing.

"Old Li, what brings you here? Please have a seat."

"Brother Jianguo, I'm here to collect the money for the land," Accountant Li said with a smile.

Hearing the noise, Chen Xue came out of the house.

Wu Sui walked to the table, picked up the handbag that had contained the money, and unzipped it.

He counted out five stacks and handed them to Accountant Li.

Chen Yang leaned closer in exclaimed, "Brother-in-law, you really donated 20,000?"

Wu Sui patted his head: "Kids shouldn't interrupt. Go help your sister-in-law cook."

Chen Yang rubbed his head and chuckled.

Wang Feng watched from the side, feeling a pang of sympathy in her heart.

"Second brother, why are you making such a big fuss? And you're donating 20,000 for nothing. That's no small amount..."

Wu Sui handed the money to Accountant Li, had him write a receipt, saw him out, and then patiently explained when he turned back.

"Sister-in-law, I'm donating 20,000 yuan not just for acquiring the land."

"Think about it, Xiaohu will be starting first grade in September, and Yaya won't be long either, less than two years."

"Now that the village primary school is repaired, they don't have to brave the wind and rain to go to town anymore, and we don't have to worry about it, right?"

Wu Jianguo nodded: "The second brother is right. Money is earned, not saved. This was handled well."

Wang Feng still felt a little sorry for him, but after hearing what Wu Sui said, she felt that it made sense. She sighed and turned to get some rice.