At this point in the conference, many smart people had slowly come to their senses. This final donation was probably Yi Zhonghai's real purpose.
As for the small rewards in front, it was obvious that they were bait for everyone. The key was that those were rewards given by the street office. Yi Zhonghai did not actually give anything. At most, he would help everyone lead the way.
But now, they were in a difficult position. Yi Zhonghai had already made his stance clear. He was also taking the lead in donating. If everyone did not donate, it would seem like they were violating the tradition of helping each other.
While the others were still thinking, it was Silly Zhu who was the first to jump out.
"Since Grandpa Yi has donated, then I will definitely follow. How about this? My family's burden is not heavy, so I will donate ten yuan too. Everyone, don't just look at it.”
Silly Zhu, this guy, not only did he donate ten yuan, he even used words to make fun of everyone.
What did he mean by 'home' wasn't something he could say with his mouth? Didn't he just say that they were farting? This guy's stinky mouth hadn't changed at all.
Just as everyone was hesitating, Qin Huairu and Jia Zhangshi appeared with a few children.
As soon as he came up, he bowed and thanked Yi Zhonghai and Silly Zhu. He even wanted the children to kowtow to the two of them, but Silly Zhu stopped him.
This guy had put on a good show for this donation event. He even used the old shrew Jia Zhangshi.
This was great. Under the eager gazes of Qin Huiru and Jia Zhangshi, everyone could not hold on any longer.
"I have a lot of family members and a heavy burden. I'll donate five yuan.”
"Thank you, Second Grandpa. You've really helped our family a lot. Children, come over and thank your Second Grandpa.”
"There's no need for that."
As soon as the money was placed on the table, Qin Huairu's gratitude arrived. She was about to ask the children to come over to thank her, but Liu Haizhong stopped her.
An old man donated ten yuan and the child did not thank him. How could he donate five yuan?
"Everyone knows our family's conditions. I'll donate two yuan.”
"Thank you, Third Uncle."
Since First Uncle and Second Uncle had already donated, even if Third Uncle was unwilling, he had to express his gratitude.
Seeing Yan Fugui slowly put down the two yuan, Wang Jianjun could imagine his feelings at this moment. He must have regretted being the third uncle.
He didn't expect that he would still have to take money out before he could get much benefits.
"Xu Damao, the few elders and I have already donated, but you're still sitting there without moving. What's the meaning of this? Do you not want to donate?"
"Who said that? After all, this is taking money out. Shouldn't we discuss it with my wife? Do you think everyone is like you, an old bachelor?”
In fact, Xu Damao did not want to donate at all. Just now, Lou Xiao'e wanted to donate but was stopped by him.
"Then donate it. Why are you talking so much nonsense? Don't worry, everyone knows that you're afraid of your wife. Don't be embarrassed.”
Being mocked by Xu Damao as a bachelor, how could that idiot not retaliate? With just two sentences, he described Xu Damao as a henpecked man.
In this era, men were the true heads of the family. If anyone was labeled as being afraid of his wife, they would not be able to raise their heads when they went out.
"What do you know? I'm just respecting my wife. Forget it. If I can't explain it to you, I'll donate two yuan too.”
"Xu Damao, it's just two yuan, and you have the cheek to take it out?”
"What's there to be embarrassed about? I'm different from you. I have a wife to support and a child to support in the future. I don't dare to be as generous as you.”
"You're the only one who's raising a wife and children. Who knows what you're going to do with this money?”
Silly Zhu more or less knew about Xu Damao's affairs outside, so what did he mean? Others might not understand, but Xu Damao definitely understood. Just as he was about to retort, Yi Zhonghai spoke.
"Alright, Silly Zhu, stop arguing with Xu Damao. Everyone is donating now. You can find an opportunity to slowly resolve your small conflict in the future.”
Seeing that Silly Zhu and Xu Damao were getting more and more ridiculous, Yi Zhonghai had no choice but to stop them. Otherwise, if the two of them really fought, the donation event would be over.
"Thank you Da Mao and Xiao Er. Silly Zhu, you should speak less.”
Qin Huairu thanked Xu Damao and his wife while saying something to Silly Zhu. Qin Huairu's words were very effective on Silly Zhu. He instantly shut up.
"Alright, the donation activity will continue. Whoever wants to donate more, come up now. The sooner you donate, the sooner everyone can go home and rest. It's really hard to stand being outside for too long in this cold weather.”
The moment Yi Zhonghai said this, everyone instantly understood. If they didn't donate money today, they wouldn't be able to leave.
This time, everyone really couldn't drag it out any longer. So, they donated 20 cents and 30 cents. Soon, a pile of wool tickets was donated on the table.
Including the donations from the previous few people, it was almost fifty to sixty yuan. Qin Huairu was still able to hold on, but the old lady Jia Zhangshi's eyes were about to fall on the money.
This money came too easily.
At this point, in the entire courtyard, except for the deaf old lady who didn't come out at night, Wang Jianjun was the only one who didn't donate.
Everyone knew that he had a conflict with the Old Merchant's family, so they did not say anything. They thought that the assembly of the whole academy could end, but some people were unwilling.
"Jianjun, although you had a conflict with the Jia family in the past, it's been so long. As the saying goes, it's better to let go of enemies than to keep them. Why don't you express your gratitude today and treat it as resolving the resentment between the two families?”
After Yi Zhonghai said this, some people frowned. They felt that Yi Zhonghai was being a little too lenient, but some people agreed. They felt that Yi Zhonghai was thinking for Wang Jianjun. After all, who could guarantee that they would never have to ask for help in their lifetime?
However, it was impossible for Wang Jianjun to forgive Jia Zhangshi. Unless Jia Zhangshi was willing to kowtow in front of his father's grave and apologize, it was impossible.
"First Uncle, thank you for your kindness, but the conflict between me and the Jia family won't be resolved so easily. I said it last time that I won't have any contact with the Jia family, so I won't donate this money no matter what.”
Wang Jianjun's words were firm and decisive, without any intention of compromise.
"Why are you so stubborn? Then tell me, what can I do to forgive the Jia family?”
Although Yi Zhonghai was angry that Wang Jianjun did not give him face, he was now playing the role of a peacemaker. He could not let his temper get the better of him. He could only try his best to persuade him.
"It's not impossible to reconcile. I'm just a junior, so it's easy for me to reconcile. However, in order to save my father, he sacrificed his life. Not only did the other party not appreciate it, but he even jumped up and scolded me. I can't take this lying down.”
"Unless Jia Zhangshi and Jia Dongxu kneel in front of my father's grave and kowtow to him to admit their mistakes, slapping him while saying that they are not humans but beasts, there is no room for discussion.”
After listening to Wang Jianjun's conditions, Yi Zhonghai knew that there was really nothing he could do about the relationship between the two families. With his understanding of Jia Zhang's family, it was impossible for him to do so, and so was Jia Dongxu.
Sure enough, while he was still thinking of an excuse to persuade Wang Jianjun, Jia Zhangshi was already jumping up and down.
"Impossible. Wang Jianjun, just give up. If you don't want to reconcile, then don't.”
"Actually, I think so too. With your family's character, I can't wait to get as far away from them as possible. First Uncle, if there's nothing else, I'll go back first.”
Seeing that the entire academy's meeting was about to end like this, Yi Zhonghai really hated Wang Jianjun for not knowing how to appreciate favors.
Just as he was thinking about how to teach Wang Jianjun a lesson, someone was a step faster than him.
"Wang Jianjun, we are all living in the same courtyard. Can't you be a little more magnanimous? Jia Zhangshi is still an elder, how can you say those words?”
Seeing that Silly Zhu had taken the initiative to jump out, Yi Zhonghai was relieved. After all, he did not have to step in. Anyway, this was how it was done in the past.
"Don't persuade others to be good before they suffer. If you don't understand this principle, go down and learn it. If you let others be magnanimous for no reason, be careful not to be struck by lightning in the future.”
"Besides, Silly Zhu, I want to ask, what does my conflict with the Jia family have to do with you? You should figure out your position before you talk to me.”
Wang Jianjun wasn't Xu Damao. If you dared to stab him, he would beat you up.
"I just can't stand your despicable behavior. What's so great about bullying a family? If you have the ability, come at me.”
"Hehe, don't talk so highly of yourself. You're not worthy. Who doesn't know that you're a schemer? It's just that everyone is too lazy to say it.”
"Ah... Wang Jianjun, shut up. I told you to talk nonsense. If I don't teach you a lesson today, I won't be a fool.”
After being exposed, Silly Zhu couldn't hold it in anymore. He wanted to use force to solve it like before. As he spoke, he rushed towards Wang Jianjun.
"Wait, let me make things clear first. First Master, if Silly Zhu wants to make a move, I'll ask if you want to do anything.”
"This is a private matter between the two of you. I can't interfere. Who asked you to be the strongest without a door?”
Yi Zhonghai couldn't wait for Silly Zhu to teach Wang Jianjun a lesson. How could he stop Silly Zhu? He just said it nicely.
"Alright, that's enough. Everyone can testify for me. If Silly Zhu makes the first move today, don't blame me.”
Wang Jianjun stood there and waited for Silly Zhu to come over.
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