Flip the table and divide the family property! Take his wife and daughter into the mountains and eat

In the early morning, the aroma of cornmeal porridge and pickled vegetable shreds wafted through the Zhao family's courtyard.

Although the meal was simple, Lin Xiu's complexion was much rosier because of the big meat dumplings she had eaten the night before. She was wiping the rice grains from the corners of Niu Niu's mouth, and the atmosphere of the family of three was warm and peaceful.

However, this warm atmosphere was quickly shattered by a violent banging on the door.

"Bang! Bang! Bang!"

That wasn't knocking; that was kicking the door, with a menacing air of wanting to tear the door apart.

"Open the door! Open the door now! The supply and marketing cooperative's inspection team is checking! If you don't open the door, we'll break it down!"

Lin Xiu was so frightened that the bowl in her hand fell to the ground with a "crash" and shattered. Her face turned deathly pale, and her body trembled instinctively: "The boss... it's Director Sun... he hates people buying and selling things in secret the most, he's here to make an example of someone..."

Zhao Shanhe's eyes suddenly turned cold. He pressed down on Lin Xiu's hand, which was trying to pick up the broken pieces, and patted it reassuringly: "Don't move, it's okay. I'm here."

Zhao Shanhe got up, slowly walked into the courtyard, and unlatched the door.

The door had barely opened a crack when a tremendous force slammed in, nearly knocking Zhao Shanhe off balance.

The leader was Sun Dana, the director of the Kaoshantun Supply and Marketing Cooperative.

He was dressed in a Zhongshan suit, with his hair slicked back and shiny. Behind him were four militiamen carrying old-fashioned rifles and wearing red armbands. They looked like a pack of hungry wolves that had broken into a sheepfold.

"Director Sun, you've brought your troops here so early in the morning. Are you here to wipe out bandits?" Zhao Shanhe leaned against the doorframe, showing no intention of making way, and looked at the other party with a half-smile.

Stop grinning at me!

With his hands behind his back, Sun Dana scanned the yard with his beady green eyes, finally fixing his gaze on the half-eaten frozen pork on the windowsill and the flour sacks piled in the corner.

Upon seeing these things, a flash of greed crossed his eyes, which quickly transformed into a cold, businesslike expression as he pointed at Zhao Shanhe's nose and cursed:

"Zhao Shanhe, someone has reported you for engaging in speculation and profiteering! You're illegally reselling state-controlled goods! You're a good-for-nothing, you don't work, where did you get the money to buy flour and pork? It must be ill-gotten!"

With that, Sun Dana waved his hand and roared at the militiamen behind him:

"What are you all standing there for? Search! Confiscate all supplies of unknown origin! Cuff this speculator!"

"yes!"

Several militiamen rushed into the house like wolves, one of them even reaching out to shove Lin Xiu, who was standing at the door holding a child.

"Get out of the way! Don't block my way!"

Lin Xiu was pushed and stumbled, almost falling over. Niu Niu was so frightened that she burst into tears.

"court death!"

The anger in Zhao Shanhe's eyes exploded instantly.

He took a sudden step forward, grabbed the militiaman's wrist, and twisted it hard!

"Ah!" the militiaman screamed, nearly dropping his gun.

At the same time, Zhao Shanhe roared:

"Black Dragon! Azure Dragon! Anyone who dares to touch my wife and children, bite them to death!"

"Woof! Roar—!"

Two giant dogs that had been lurking in the shadows suddenly sprang out.

Especially the Azure Dragon, whose massive body resembled a small calf, pounced directly in front of Sun Dana, baring its white fangs and emitting a deep rumble from its throat.

As long as Zhao Shanhe gives the order, it will absolutely tear the throat of the fat man in front of it to shreds without hesitation.

Sun Dana was so frightened that his legs went weak and he almost collapsed to the ground. His previous arrogance vanished instantly, and he shouted, his voice trembling with fear:

"Zhao... Zhao Shanhe! You dare unleash your dogs to commit violence? This is violent resistance to law enforcement! Believe me or not, I'll have the police arrest you and put you in jail!"

"Sun Dana, listen to me carefully."

Zhao Shanhe pointed to the things filling the yard, his voice as cold as iron:

"These things are my payment from the county-run restaurant; Section Chief Song Weiguo delivered them personally. You trying to double-cross me? You're not afraid of breaking your teeth! Want to arrest me? Go get a warrant from the county first!"

Upon hearing Song Weiguo's name, Sun Dana's heart skipped a beat.

But looking at the half-eaten pork, his greed took over again. Song Weiguo was gone; now there was no way to prove anything! He'd just steal it first!

"Bullshit! Don't try to intimidate me with your connections! I bet you stole it!"

Enraged, Sun Dana drew his pistol and pointed it at Zhao Shanhe: "Shoot that dog to death! I refuse to believe he's gone too far!"

Just when the two sides were on the verge of drawing their swords and blood was about to be drawn.

"Beep—beep—!!"

A sudden, piercing blast of car horns echoed at the village entrance like a lifeline.

Immediately afterwards, the familiar 212 Jeep rushed over like a madman, screeching to a stop behind the crowd, kicking up snow dust that splashed all over Sun Dana.

Before the car had even come to a complete stop, Song Weiguo jumped out, drenched in sweat, and scrambled towards them.

"Stop! All of you, stop! Let's see who dares to touch Brother Zhao!"

When Sun Dana saw that Song Weiguo had really arrived, and that an elderly man wearing a black woolen coat and gold-rimmed glasses had gotten out of the car behind him, followed by two bodyguards, Sun Dana was immediately struck by the sight.

This is quite a spectacle; it's clearly someone important.

Sun Dana's fat face instantly changed color, his previous ferocity turning into a fawning smile: "Oh, it's Section Chief Song? It's a misunderstanding, all a misunderstanding! We're just conducting a routine inspection..."

Song Weiguo completely ignored him, shoved aside the militiamen blocking his way, rushed to Zhao Shanhe, grabbed his arm, and his voice became hoarse with anxiety:

"Brother Zhao! Help! This is a real disaster!"

At this moment, the elderly man in the woolen overcoat approached. His eyes were red-rimmed, clearly from recent crying. He looked at Zhao Shanhe with a hint of pleading:

"Mr. Zhao, this is Jin Wanfu. I ate your snow frog yesterday and was amazed by its deliciousness. But I received an urgent telegram from Hong Kong early this morning that my father had suffered a stroke and was on the verge of death. Only the bile of the wild 'Iron-backed Bear' from Changbai Mountain can keep him alive."

Jin Wanfu immediately had his bodyguard open the leather suitcase he was carrying.

"Whoosh—"

A collective gasp of astonishment instantly filled the air.

Inside the box were stacks of brand-new RMB banknotes, and even more enviable were the colorful foreign exchange certificates!

"Here is 10,000 RMB and 5,000 foreign exchange certificates."

Jin Wanfu's voice trembled as he shouted to the crowd:

"Whoever it is! As long as they can help me get this 'King Bear's Golden Gallbladder,' this money is a deposit! After it's done, I'll also give them an imported truck! Furthermore, I'll apply to the county to issue them a 'Special Trade Expert' certificate!"

boom!

The whole place erupted in chaos.

Ten thousand yuan? What does that mean? That's twenty years' salary for a worker back then!

Not to mention the foreign exchange certificates and trucks!

Sun Dana's eyes instantly turned red, as red as a rabbit figurine.

Greed made him forget the fear he had just felt, and he also forgot about Zhao Shanhe's dog.

Before Zhao Shanhe could speak, Sun Dana stepped forward first, patting his chest and shouting:

"Boss Jin! Our supply and marketing cooperative will take this job!"

Sun Dana pointed at Zhao Shanhe with a contemptuous look and said to Jin Wanfu:

"Boss Jin, don't be fooled by this kid. He's just a good-for-nothing who got lucky and caught a few birds. Hunting a bear? A fierce golden bear? That's a life-or-death situation!"

"Our supply and marketing cooperative has a dedicated militia hunting team, equipped with six rifles and experienced veteran hunters! No one in the surrounding area could do this!"

Jin Wanfu hesitated.

He really needs to be absolutely certain.

The militia had more men and guns, which did seem more reliable than Zhao Shanhe going it alone.

Looking at Sun Dana's greedy face, Zhao Shanhe slowly took out a cigarette, lit it, and said coldly:

"Sun Dana, I won't stop you if you want to die. The Iron-Backed Bear is a mountain god that has become a spirit; its skin is thick and tough, bullets can't penetrate it. With the heavy snow blocking the mountains, it's starving and going crazy. You're taking so many people there, making a fuss, to deliver some snacks to it."

"What utter nonsense are you spouting?!"

Sun Dana jumped up and pointed at Zhao Shanhe's nose, cursing loudly:

"Zhao Shanhe, don't think I don't know your tricks! You just want to pocket this bounty for yourself! You're trying to scare us away so you can collect the reward yourself!"

"A mountain god who's become a spirit? Bah! It's just a beast! I have a gun, I don't believe it can withstand bullets!"

After speaking, Sun Dana turned to look at Jin Wanfu, his face beaming with smiles:

"Boss Jin, time is of the essence! Your father's illness can't be delayed! This kid is so hesitant; he definitely won't go. Just give me the task, and I'll take some men into the mountains right now and deliver the bear bile to you tomorrow!"

Jin Wanfu couldn't wait any longer. Saving lives was urgent.

He glanced at Zhao Shanhe, then at the overwhelmingly powerful Sun Dana, gritted his teeth, and made his decision:

"Alright! I'll leave it to Director Sun then!"

But he was, after all, a shrewd businessman, and just to be on the safe side, he looked at Zhao Shanhe again:

"Mr. Zhao, since you're knowledgeable in this field, please come along. Even if it's just as a guide, or... in case Director Sun's side fails, it'll be an extra layer of protection. As long as we get the gallbladder, I'll still pay you!"

Upon hearing this, Sun Dana was displeased, but in order to prevent Boss Jin from going back on his word, he could only respond with a sarcastic sneer:

"Alright, let him come along! Let him see what a proper army hunting looks like! Otherwise, he might wet his pants and we'll have to carry him back!"

"Zhao Shanhe, you and your two dogs can carry our rations! Hahahaha!"

Sun Dana led the militiamen out, laughing arrogantly.

Zhao Shanhe watched their retreating figures, then glanced at Jin Wanfu, who looked anxious.

He didn't argue, nor did he get angry. He simply took a deep drag on his cigarette, a chilling glint in his eyes.

"Okay, I'll go with you."

Zhao Shanhe turned and went back into the house, picked up the gleaming hunting knife, and whispered to Lin Xiu:

"Boil some water. We'll use it to wash bear bile when I get back."