"I apologize, Mr. Wang. I, Han, was foolish and offended you. I beg for your forgiveness!"
"To express my apologies, I, Han Song, am willing to offer all of the Han family's companies in Willow Town, just to appease Mr. Wang's anger!"
Unable to meet the furious gazes of the powerful figures present, Han Song bowed respectfully to Er Zhu, his voice trembling slightly.
"Hiss..." This declaration sent a ripple of astonishment through the room!
The Han family's companies in Willow Town accounted for nearly ninety percent of their assets, valued at a staggering eight billion!
Han Song was truly willing to pay a hefty price to save his life!
Listening to the discussions around him, Han Song clenched his fists, his eyes filled with anger and unwillingness. He was deeply reluctant to hand over the business he had spent a lifetime building to an outsider. But who could he blame but Han Mingsheng, that imbecile!
Thinking of Han Mingsheng, Han Song wished he could go to the ancestral hall and kill him, that way he wouldn't have to suffer such a great loss!
"Then thank you all. Brother Lin, besides the Han family's assets, all the other families' assets are yours."
Er Zhu scanned the assembled powerful figures and accepted without hesitation. Then, as if struck by a sudden thought, he looked at Lin Sheng.
"Huh?"
Lin Sheng blinked, a flicker of surprise in his eyes. He looked at Er Zhu in disbelief.
"Er Zhu, are you serious? Those assets are worth billions!"
Lin Sheng widened his eyes, pointing at the powerful figures not far away, his expression filled with incredulity.
"Yes, I know. Regardless of what happened today, I have to thank you. Billions are nothing major."
Er Zhu nodded slightly. He recalled the pictures Lin Sheng had sent him that morning and the words Lin Sheng had spoken to clear his name just now, and a warmth surged in his heart.
In such a situation, anyone else would have doubted him, but Lin Sheng had stood by his side the entire time. These were things he deserved!
He, Wang Er Zhu, was never a greedy person, especially when it was just a matter of billions...
"Brother Er Zhu, thank you. I, Lin Sheng, swear again, I will follow you to the death for the rest of my life!"
Hearing Er Zhu's words, Lin Sheng excitedly grasped Er Zhu's hand, his eyes brimming with gratitude and admiration.
He had never met anyone so generous, nor had he ever imagined Er Zhu would give him so much!
Billions! That was equivalent to the entire assets of an ordinary family!
Furthermore, with these resources, Er Zhu could move up one rank in the provincial rankings. Yet, he had given it all to him!
This immense kindness would be etched in Lin Sheng's memory forever!
Seeing Lin Sheng's childlike joy, the other powerful figures looked on with envy. If they had known this would be the outcome, they should have believed Lin Sheng. Even if they didn't gain any assets, at least they wouldn't have lost their own!
They had initially thought the Han family was the big tree, but now they realized the true big tree was this Wang Er Zhu, whom they had never truly regarded before!
"Mr. Wang, my Miao family is also willing to follow you to the death. I, Miao, do this not for money, but because I admire you!"
As Er Zhu was about to leave, Elder Miao suddenly knelt on one knee. He clasped his fists and said with utmost sincerity.
"I, Miao, have long admired you. I just never had the opportunity. Today, I finally have the chance to see Mr. Wang's true self, and I will not let it pass!"
Perhaps fearing Er Zhu might misunderstand, Elder Miao added earnestly.
Seeing this scene, all the powerful figures present were stunned. Elder Miao was actually kneeling to someone!
Elder Miao was a prominent figure whose stomp could shake Willow Town! He was kneeling to someone, and that someone was a young junior!
No matter how capable Er Zhu was, they felt Elder Miao's actions were excessive. But seeing Elder Miao's sincere gaze, they could only feel shock and then admiration.
The ability to bend and yet remain strong – that is the mark of a true man!
"Elder Miao, how can you kneel to me? You are too kind to this junior!"
Er Zhu said as he helped Elder Miao up. Although Elder Miao had once harbored ill will towards him, he had not collaborated with Han Song. Er Zhu was not one to dwell on grudges, so he harbored no resentment.
"Mr. Wang, please consider my seventy-odd years and agree to my request."
Seeing Er Zhu did not immediately agree, Elder Miao forcefully shook off Er Zhu's hand, indicating he would not rise unless Er Zhu agreed.
"I agree. I am honored that Elder Miao does not look down on me. I, Wang Er Zhu, will strive even harder."
Er Zhu smiled slightly, glanced at Lin Sheng and then at Elder Miao. While Elder Miao was contemplating, he gently helped him up.
Seeing this, Han Song's mouth twitched as if he wanted to say something. But recalling his own actions, the words that reached his lips were forced back down.
Indeed, if he had known this day would come, why would he have acted as he did? He had always considered himself wiser than Elder Miao, but in reality, he was far inferior!
The other powerful figures also wished to follow Er Zhu, but thinking of their dwindling assets, they felt too embarrassed to speak.
"Alright, let this matter rest. No need to mention it again in the future. As for my identity, I hope you all will keep it confidential."
After a few more pleasantries with Elder Miao, Er Zhu waved goodbye to the crowd. Then, as if remembering something, he added a reminder.
Normally, the identity of the richest man was not something to be kept secret. However, the Chen family in the capital was a powerful clan with vast networks. He was not yet strong enough to confront the Chen family, so it was better to remain low-key.
"Yes, yes, yes. Rest assured, even if someone held a gun to our heads, we wouldn't say a word!"
As soon as Er Zhu finished speaking, the assembled powerful figures nodded repeatedly, as if any delay would offend him.
"Good. Then Elder Miao, Brother Lin, I'm heading back."
Er Zhu didn't even glance at the other powerful figures. He nodded to Elder Miao and Lin Sheng and prepared to leave.
It was almost dark, and Sister Mei would surely be worried. He should return as soon as possible. Thinking of Li Mei's anxious face, Er Zhu quickened his pace.
"Er Zhu, don't go! You've given me so much, I haven't had a chance to repay you properly!"
As Er Zhu was about to leave, Lin Sheng grabbed his arm, looking at him with a beaming smile.
Er Zhu had given him so many assets; he had no other way to repay him but to treat him to a meal. Besides, he hadn't had a good talk with Er Zhu in a long time.
"Elder Lin, don't try to snatch Er Zhu away from me! Er Zhu, I must entertain you grandly tonight!" Just as Lin Sheng was about to speak, Elder Miao grabbed Er Zhu's other arm and also invited him enthusiastically.
"Yes, Brother Er Zhu, come back to the Miao family with me. This is our first gesture of sincerity!"
Before Er Zhu could speak, Miao Xiaoqian, who was standing nearby, also came forward and said in a coquettish tone.
"No, I have matters to attend to in my village. I appreciate your intentions. We'll have plenty of opportunities for meals in the future."
Just as Lin Sheng was about to speak again, Er Zhu glanced at Miao Xiaoqian, his tone turning somewhat cold.