In the courtyard, everyone is afraid of the little boy who is so smart!

Cheng Hai turned slightly, with a humble smile, and took the lead in breaking the silence, saying respectfully:

"Uncle, you are highly respected and I am a junior in front of you. The chance to speak first should naturally be yours. Please speak first."

When Cheng Si heard this, a simple smile appeared on his face. He was an honest man who was not good at speaking.

Being stared at by everyone and pushed aside by Cheng Hai, he was at a loss for what to do. He slowly raised his hand and scratched his head awkwardly.

His rough fingers shuttled through his hair, as if trying to find the right words. His mouth opened and closed slightly, but only some hesitant sounds came out:

"I...I...I don't know what to say. To be honest, I never thought that so many villagers would think so highly of me."

"So many people voted for me. For me, this is not only an honor, but also a heavy responsibility."

Cheng Si paused for a moment, his eyes revealing a hint of simplicity and sincerity, and continued:

"But I... I'm already in my 40s or 50s, and I've lived a dull life for most of my life."

"What our village needs now are energetic and motivated young people to lead us towards a better future."

"Cheng Hai is a child of our Cheng family. I watched him grow up, and I know him best."

"He is down-to-earth and treats every little thing seriously and responsibly. With such qualities, he will definitely be good."

"So, I want to give this rare opportunity to Cheng Hai and let him be the village chief."

"I believe he will be able to shoulder this responsibility and lead our village to prosperity."

After Cheng Si finished speaking, he gently reached out his hand and pulled the corner of Cheng Hai's clothes, with expectation in his eyes, signaling Cheng Hai to continue speaking.

Cheng Hai understood what he meant. He took a small step forward and stood more steadily in the middle of the crowd. Then he raised his head slightly and sighed softly.

As if he was sighing over this difficult situation. Then, his expression became solemn and serious, and he said in a steady and powerful voice:

"To be honest, I was also very surprised by the voting results. When I saw the number of votes for myself on the blackboard, my heart was filled with gratitude to everyone."

"I sincerely thank everyone for their love for me and my fourth uncle and for voting for me. I will always remember this trust in my heart."

"But at this moment, I must make my position clear. In my heart, you, Fourth Uncle, are the most suitable candidate for the position of village chief. Please do not refuse again."

Cheng Hai paused, glanced at the villagers around him, and continued:

"Everyone knows that I am currently working in a supply and marketing cooperative. The affairs of the supply and marketing cooperative are complicated and trivial."

"Every day there are a lot of goods that need to be counted and sorted, accounts need to be checked, and there are customers to be received. I have to stay there almost every day and dare not relax for a moment."

"Under such circumstances, I simply cannot spare enough time to serve as the village chief and properly handle the affairs of the village."

"But you are different, Fourth Uncle. You don't work at the supply and marketing cooperative, so you have more free time and can devote yourself to the construction and management of the village."

"So, Fourth Uncle, it is most appropriate for you to shoulder the responsibility of village chief. I believe you can lead our village to a better tomorrow."

When Cheng Si heard Cheng Hai's words, his brows slightly frowned, and he immediately said without thinking:

"Then don't go to the supply and marketing cooperative, just come directly to the village office. The position of village chief needs young people like you who are capable and have ideas."

“No matter how important the work at the supply and marketing cooperative is, it is not as important as the overall development of our village.”

His eyes were full of eagerness and expectation, as if he was determined to persuade Cheng Hai to give up his job at the supply and marketing cooperative and return to the village to take on the responsibility of village chief.

When Wang Jianguo heard this, his heart skipped a beat. He quickly waved his hands vigorously and said with an anxious look on his face:

"Hey, Uncle Cheng, that won't do. Don't underestimate Brother Cheng Hai's role in the supply and marketing cooperative. He is now like the chief steward of the supply and marketing cooperative."

"Every aspect of the affairs, big or small, depends on him."

"From the purchase of goods, he has to be very selective to ensure that the quality and price of the goods are suitable for our villagers."

"As for the sales and allocation of goods, he has to arrange the inventory reasonably according to the needs of the villagers and seasonal changes to ensure the uninterrupted supply of materials."

"If he leaves, the supply and marketing cooperative will be in chaos, which will have a huge negative impact on the daily operation and economic development of our village."

"Please don't refuse. I sincerely feel that you are particularly suitable to be the village chief. You have lived in the village for so many years. You must know the situation of every household very well."

"Your experience and prestige are our village's greatest wealth. With you in charge of the village office, everyone feels at ease."

Cheng Hai looked at Cheng Si and tried to persuade him earnestly.

"Yes, Fourth Uncle, the supply and marketing cooperative is an important step in the development of our village."

"Just think about it, it not only provides the villagers with daily necessities, but also promotes economic exchanges in the village to a certain extent."

"If I don't go, a lot of work won't be carried out smoothly, which is not good for the long-term development of the village."

"And you, with your prestige and experience in the village office, will surely be able to handle all the affairs of the village in an orderly manner."

"Both are for the good of our village, it's just a matter of division of labor, right?"

Cheng Hai's eyes were sincere and earnest, and his words showed a clear understanding and firm determination for the future development of the village.

After Cheng Hai finished his earnest words, he slightly leaned over, got close to Cheng Si, and whispered in a voice that only Cheng Si could hear:

"Fourth Uncle, just accept the offer and become the village chief. You see, Erhua is now at the critical age to find a wife, and I'm sure you have always been thinking about this."

"Think about it, if you were the village chief, your status and influence in the village would naturally be different."

"Once the girl's family hears that he is the son of the village chief, they will definitely look up to Erhua."

"Wouldn't it be easier for Erhua to find a wife? This would be of great help to the child's lifelong event."

These thoughtful and realistic words, like a precise key, completely touched Cheng Si's heart.

Cheng Si's originally hesitant face suddenly showed a hint of relaxation, and his lips moved slightly.

He seemed to want to say something, but in the end no sound came out. He just nodded silently to show his approval.

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