The system only arrives when you're old? Then let's create a super-rich family!

His analysis was clear, logical, and well-reasoned, instantly resonating with many of the clan elders.

An elderly clansman nodded slowly and echoed in a deep voice:

"What the patriarch says is absolutely right. I also think that this matter is mostly a fabrication by the Qin family."

"There has never been a precedent for a national-level international project route passing through remote, impoverished mountain towns. Before the official list of cities along the route is released, all the trending rumors are nothing more than one-sided hype by the Qin family. We only need to wait for the official announcement, and the Qin family's lies will be exposed!"

"To put it bluntly, the Qin family is simply unwilling to let hundreds of billions of yuan go to waste, so they are deliberately creating pressure to force us to compromise."

Many clansmen nodded in agreement.

They all believed that this was just a move by the Qin family in a fit of anger and embarrassment, and should not be taken seriously.

But at that moment, a younger member of the family, who had been paying close attention to the outside business world for many years, suddenly spoke up, his tone serious, expressing a completely different concern.

"Seniors and patriarch, I think this matter may not be entirely false. We cannot let our guard down."

"I've looked up information about the Qin family online. This family is domineering and arrogant. All the wealthy families that messed with them have been expelled from their ranks without exception. The Sun family of Donghai, whose market value is nearly 900 billion, was also brought down by the Qin family overnight. It's clear that the Qin family's actions are not necessarily an act of anger, but more like a revenge against the Shi family."

"The fact that they could wipe out even a top-tier wealthy family with a net worth of 900 billion so easily shows how terrifying their methods are and how deep their foundation is. This time, their all-out online campaign may not just be a simple act of venting their anger; they are most likely truly determined to use this trillion-dollar project to break the Shi family's position in Qingshui County and finally get their revenge!"

The moment these words were spoken, the entire room fell into a deathly silence.

Everyone's face was filled with deep solemnity.

The Sun family of Donghai, with a market value of 900 billion yuan, just disappeared?

If the Qin family truly possesses such extraordinary means, then this trillion-dollar investment scheme is far more than just a simple publicity stunt; it is very likely a truly decisive and deadly plan!

Shi Huai's gaze was deep, his fingertips lightly tapping the table as he calmly spoke, breaking the silence.

"Regardless of whether it's true or not, let's assume the worst-case scenario: that the Qin family is targeting the Shi family this time."

"Things have come to this point, further words are useless. Tell me, how should the Shi family deal with the current situation?"

As soon as the words were spoken, a seasoned elder immediately stood up, his expression solemn, and cupped his hands in greeting, saying:

"Master, the current situation is extremely difficult!"

"News just came from our clansmen below. The entire Qingshui County is in an uproar. Every household in the towns and villages is keeping their lights on late at night. People are all gathered to discuss and trend on social media. Everyone is tacitly agreeing that the trillion-yuan investment has been implemented and the county is about to take off. Everyone is hoping to get rich from the demolition and become wealthy."

"In this situation, blocking is definitely not the solution."

"In my opinion, the Shi family only has two paths to take right now."

The man paused briefly, looked around the room, and slowly announced the first path.

"First, return that 100 billion to the Qin family, apologize, and get them to cancel their investment plan to protect the Shi family's position in Qingshui County."

As soon as he finished speaking, a flash of hostility crossed Shi Huai's eyes, and he denied it without even thinking.

Give in? Return the money? Admit your mistake?

The Shi family has been entrenched in Qingshui County for a thousand years, ruling hereditarily and reigning supreme in the region. They have never bowed down or submitted to any outside forces.

Does the Qin family, a mere newcomer to the world, deserve to make Shi Huai bow down?

His expression was cold and arrogant as he pressed on in a chilling voice, "What is the second path?"

Seeing that the head of the family disliked this choice, the man did not hesitate and continued:

"The second option is to go with the flow and wait for things to change!"

"Let the Qin family build momentum and promote investment, while our Shi family outwardly conceals its strength and avoids direct confrontation, while secretly controlling the overall situation and taking advantage of the Qin family's trillion-dollar project to share the profits and make money."

"However, this move carries enormous risks: the project's implementation will inevitably attract foreign capital and official influence, breaking our ethnic group's monopoly; once the people taste the sweetness of sudden wealth, their desires and ambitions will grow, making it extremely difficult to suppress public sentiment and consolidate rule in the future."

A young member of the tribe, looking puzzled, couldn't help but ask a question.

"But the Qin family knows we are their rivals, how could they allow the Shi family to share in the project's profits and profit from it? They will definitely guard against it closely and prevent us from interfering!"

Upon hearing this, the elder instantly revealed a sinister smile, his tone filled with absolute confidence and control.

"If they won't allow it, then let the project never come to fruition!"

"The territory of Qingshui County is ultimately under the control of the Shi family!"

"On construction sites, one person dies in an accident today, equipment breaks down tomorrow, and materials are cut off the day after; during demolition and land acquisition, people are secretly incited to make exorbitant demands and add layers of charges, creating a large number of holdout households."

"Man-made obstacles create countless delays and stifle progress; even the slightest oversight can drag a project out for five or ten years!"

"As long as the project is not fully completed and implemented, the so-called urban upgrades and benefits for all are just empty promises!"

"Once the Qin family's trillion-yuan investment is officially announced and approved, there is absolutely no possibility of it being withdrawn easily. If the investment is forcibly withdrawn, it would be deceiving the authorities and fooling the people. These blames will be placed on the Qin family, and have nothing to do with my Shi family! Qingshui County will remain Qingshui County as it is today, and my Shi family will remain firmly in control."

"At that time, the Qin family will either have to grit their teeth and continue to pour money into filling the hole, or they will be forced to hand it over to the authorities, and in the end, the Shi family will be left to reap the profits."

"The Shi family can't stop the Qin family from investing, but in Qingshui County, whether the project can proceed smoothly is up to the Shi family."

Upon hearing this, the elders suddenly understood, and their eyes lit up with a sharp light.

Yes! The investment is the Qin family's business, but the implementation, construction, people's livelihood, and land acquisition are all Shi family's territory!

The saying "Even a mighty dragon can't suppress a local snake" has never been wrong throughout history!

Shi Huai sat upright in the main seat, listening quietly to all the plans. His tense face finally relaxed, and a confident and cold smile appeared on his lips.

He slowly raised his eyes, his gaze sharp as a knife, exuding domineering power, and gave the order in a deep voice.

"Well said."

"The sky over Qingshui County has always belonged to the Shi family; it's not up to outsiders to change it!"

"Since the Qin family wants to rely on their wealth and power to forcibly break the Shi family's ruling position."

"Then let them pay a little more!"

"Make arrangements, whether it's demolition projects or construction projects, make arrangements for them, and let those fools ask for exorbitant prices."

"I'd like to see how much money the Qin family will send to my Shi family just to save face."