Chapter 65: Damn You, Fatty Huang, You Backstabbed Me!

“By the way, Young Master Huang!”

Huang He had just turned around and taken two steps.

Literally, just two steps.

Then he heard his name being called.

He froze on the spot, turned back, and gave Lu Qingqiang an awkward smile.

“I’m here, dear Lu Family little sister. What is it?”

“Since all the little animals on the mountain were generously provided by you, as an orphanage, of course we have to show our gratitude.”

“How about this: from now on, no matter when you visit the orphanage, our doors will always be open to you.”

“The animals you raised on the mountain—once they grow up, we’ll send a few your way so you can have a taste too.”

“And the fruits we grow, we’ll send you some as well.”

In addition, Lu Qingqiang was planning to have a banner made to express their appreciation to Huang He.

Yes, the banner needed to be custom-made as soon as possible, ideally finished before noon.

But she decided not to tell Huang He just yet.

Otherwise, it wouldn’t be a surprise.

“Hehe, you’re too kind, Lu Family little sister.”

“Fatty Huang, where do you think you’re going?” Lu Jianshen sneered when he noticed Huang He’s movement.

Based on what he knew about Fatty Huang, this guy was definitely trying to slip away.

Ha, he himself was staying behind to do manual labor for his sister.

Why should Fatty Huang get to sneak off?

Not a chance!

If you’re gonna screw someone over, screw your bros. That’s what bros are for—sharing the pain!

“Brother Shen, didn’t your sister just say we need to dig holes and plant trees?”

“I’m going to get the tools,” Fatty Huang quickly replied.

Since he couldn’t escape anyway, he might as well take the initiative and earn some brownie points.

Sure enough, as soon as he said that, Lu Qingqiang chimed in.

“Young Master Huang, wouldn’t that be too much trouble for you?”

“Not at all, not at all. It’s the least I can do.”

“Young Master Huang, how noble of you!”

“Come on, kids, give your Brother Huang a big round of applause!”

As soon as she said that, applause erupted across the mountaintop.

Huang He’s face flushed slightly, and he felt a surge of energy well up inside him.

Digging holes and planting trees? Bring it on!

If a girl and a bunch of little kids could keep digging and planting non-stop, how could a grown man like him not manage?

A man should never admit he’s not up to the task.

At worst, he could treat it as a workout to lose weight.

His parents had complained before that he was getting too fat.

If he kept gaining weight, they warned, he’d be at risk for all sorts of health issues.

If he could use this opportunity to slim down, he’d be quite the handsome guy.

Besides, the kids had just clapped for him.

If he didn’t work hard now, wouldn’t he be letting down their heartfelt support?

With a shovel in hand, Huang He spat on his palms twice, bent over, and threw himself into the work with high spirits.

“Second Brother, look at you, then look at Young Master Huang. So hardworking.”

“…” Lu Jianshen.

Damn you, Fatty Huang. You backstabbed me.

This damn guy actually grew a brain.

Hah, trying to out-farm me?

Fine, let’s see who outlasts who.

Finally, it was noon.

The two of them, drenched in sweat, could finally catch their breath.

“Let’s go, everyone down the mountain. Time to head home for lunch!” Lu Qingqiang’s voice rang out, followed by a chorus of cheers.

Su Tao even jumped three feet high, leaving Yuan Yuan and Doctor Feng dumbfounded.

This kid might have a future in high jump or trampoline sports.

“Hey, Sis, do you still need to carry wood down the mountain? Let me help you.”

Lu Jianshen, abandoning his usual slacker attitude, offered proactively.

“Second Brother, I misjudged you earlier. You really are my awesome second brother!”

Lu Qingqiang was momentarily dazzled by her roguishly handsome brother and had to look away.

She couldn’t help but wonder which poor girl would end up taming this troublemaker.

He really was unfairly good-looking.

Especially that unique, charismatic aura of his.

If he ever entered showbiz, he’d have girls of all ages swooning.

“Ahem, what can I say? You’re my little sister,” Lu Jianshen replied with a proud little hum.

After that, he cast a meaningful glance at Fatty Huang and went off to carry the wood.

Fine, let’s compete. Let’s see who can outdo the other.

“?” Fatty Huang.

What was that look from Brother Shen?

Showing off that he has a sister?

So what? It’s not like he doesn’t have a few good little sisters too.

Once down the mountain, Lu Qingqiang drove her small truck.

The kids rode in the shuttle bus.

The extra people rode in Lu Qingqiang’s personal car, driven by Zhang Qiang.

As for Lu Jianshen and Huang He, they had driven their own cars up, so they drove themselves back.

On the way, Lu Qingqiang called the company making the banner to check on the progress.

Thanks to the power of money, the fresh, hot-off-the-press banner was already done.

She didn’t even have to pick it up herself.

The company had arranged a courier to deliver it.

Just as Lu Qingqiang arrived at the orphanage, she got a call from the delivery guy.

After signing for the package, she tucked it under her arm and headed inside.

Before lunch, they had to unload the wood from the truck.

That had always been the rule.

So everyone gritted their teeth and got to work together.

Even Feng Xiao and Xu Ming, who had already eaten and were strolling around the orphanage, came over to help.

“Brother Shen, Old Huang, you’re back!” Feng Xiao greeted them.

“Old Feng, Old Xu, what are you two doing here? Don’t tell me you realized I was right earlier and decided to follow my lead?” Fatty Huang asked.

“…Yeah.” Xu Ming nodded.

“Yeah, what? Our Mingming came on his own to help Brother Shen’s sister with the farming.”

“If there’s still land left to plant on the mountain, we’re not leaving!” Feng Xiao insisted.

“Ah, right.” Xu Ming corrected himself.

“Is that so?” Lu Jianshen, now with a toothpick dangling from his lips, gave a lazy smile.

“Of course! If you don’t believe us, you can supervise us, Brother Shen.”

“Yeah, exactly.” Xu Ming chimed in.

“Alright then, I’ll be watching.”

The group chatted as they worked.

Before long, all the wood had been unloaded from the truck.

Everyone lined up to wash their hands with soap, then headed to the canteen.

Lunch was satisfying.

Just as everyone finished washing their dishes and was about to leave, Lu Qingqiang spoke up.

“Everyone, hold on a second. Let’s have a quick meeting~”

In an instant, all attention turned to her.

“Today, our orphanage received a heartfelt donation from Mr. Huang He.”

“All the animals on the mountain were provided by him.”

“As a token of our gratitude, on behalf of everyone at Jiang City Loving Heart Orphanage, I present this banner to Mr. Huang He.”

“To thank him for his kindness.”

“Mr. Huang He, here is the banner from our orphanage!”

“Please accept it.”

With that, Lu Qingqiang held the banner in both hands and slowly walked toward Huang He.

The people around them began clapping, cheering, and shouting in amazement.

The applause echoed on and on.

“!!!” Huang He.

“Σ( ° △ °|||)︴” Huang He.

“(???)!” Huang He.

— Translator’s Notes —

– banner: In Chinese culture, organizations often present custom-made banners or plaques to donors as a formal token of appreciation, which are typically displayed prominently to honor the contribution.