Chapter 2079: Let Ruan Chengqian Be the Village Chief

Chapter 2079: Let Ruan Chengqian Be the Village Chief

Shu Yu smiled and said, "I came here today to clarify this matter with you, so you don't have to wait in vain. It's getting late, and I'll be heading back soon."

As she spoke, villagers who had heard of her arrival and had previously intended to sign the contract had gathered.

Upon hearing that County Princess didn't plan to continue the cooperation due to the absence of the former village chief, the villagers became anxious. "County Princess, please don't leave. We can accept a lower purchase price."

Shu Yu just smiled but firmly didn't change her decision.

At this moment, one of the clan elders behind Third Master suddenly spoke up. "County Princess, you might not be familiar with our village's residents. Perhaps you think our village is full of people like Ruan Hai, and that's why you don't trust us even if we choose a new village chief. But you trust Ruan Dalai, right? Otherwise, you wouldn't have made him the manager of your workshop."

Shu Yu glanced at that clan elder, and she already guessed what he wanted to say. It seemed that Ruan Chengqian was correct in stating that he had been preparing for years to pull Ruan Hai down. Whether it was the villagers or the clan elders, some of them were now on his side.

Still, she pretended not to understand and nodded, "I indeed trust Ruan Dalai."

The clan elder smiled and continued, "The family of Ruan Dalai, you've met them, County Princess. What do you think of their character?"

Shu Yu thought for a moment and replied, "They are sincere people."

By now, Third Master understood what the clan elder meant. He immediately said, "County Princess is right; Ruan Chengqian's brothers are all sincere people. When they established the oil pressing workshop in the past, it benefited many villagers. In recent years, they've been living well themselves and have always helped other villagers facing difficulties."

Some clever villagers quickly caught on and shouted, "Yes, I've wanted to say this for a long time. When selecting a new village chief, Ruan Chengqian is the most suitable candidate."

"I agree. When the clan elders mentioned gathering at the ancestral hall earlier, the first person that came to my mind was Ruan Chengqian."

"Hey, I was going to suggest him too. A few months ago, when my father fell and couldn't get up, it was Ruan Chengqian who carried him back. If it were Ruan Hai, he would have turned a blind eye."

"Moreover, Ruan Chengqian was the first to discover the body. He helped us uncover the culprit who was stealing our crops. His contributions were significant."

"He is fair and just in his daily life. He even helped resolve the conflict between Fourth Uncle and Sixth Aunt at the village entrance."

"Oh, you're all choosing him? I was planning to choose him too."

Shu Yu sighed inwardly. While some villagers might be saying these things because of her presence, it was undoubtedly the result of Ruan Chengqian's efforts over the past few years.

Third Master smiled at Shu Yu and said, "County Princess, you see, everyone agrees to choose Chengqian as the new village chief. Since you believe in his character, why not let him be the intermediary?"

Shu Yu rubbed her temples. "Are you selecting a village chief so hastily?"

"Of course not. He was already one of the candidates for the new village chief."

Shu Yu shook her head. "Selecting a village chief is a matter for your villagers. You should consider the interests and future development of your village. I can't interfere just because of me. Otherwise, if you regret it later or find it unsuitable, I'll become the villain."

Third Master was stunned by her response. He hadn't expected her to disagree.