Zhang Yi looked at Uncle You and said, "What I'm using is not a scheme, but a straightforward strategy."
"That group of people isn't entirely made up of fools—there are some smart ones among them. People like Li Jian and Chen Lingyu, their minds are full of twists and turns!"
"They must have figured out that my goal is to weaken their power."
"But so what? I've already demonstrated my strength, and I've used enough benefits to lure the idiots among them."
"And the proportion of idiots in a mob is far higher than that of smart people. Li Jian and Chen Lingyu can't control the discourse nor do they have enough strength to convince everyone."
"Most people, blinded by immediate benefits, will sever their own limbs. Just like Liu Yilong, who destroyed his own great wall by killing the general Tan Daoji."
Zhang Yi couldn't help but sigh, "Ancient emperors would do such foolish things, let alone the people in this little neighborhood at the corner of Tianhai."
Uncle You was taken aback.
His education level was insufficient to fully grasp what Zhang Yi was saying, so he could only look at Zhang Yi with a wise expression.
He scratched his head, "What you're saying… makes a lot of sense! Hehe… hehe."
He could only use a smile to cover his embarrassment.
Then, he changed the subject and asked, "But why make them grow crops? It's so cold, planting crops in this weather is impossible, right?"
Zhang Yi's gaze turned toward the door.
This time, Uncle You learned his lesson and proactively checked the surroundings before saying, "There's no one outside, you can speak freely now."
Zhang Yi smiled and said, "Some things are actually quite simple. Don't overthink them."
"I want them to grow crops simply to exacerbate their internal conflicts and consume their physical strength."
He shrugged, "After all, the only thing they can offer right now is worthless labor!"
Uncle You frowned in thought for a long time before finally squeezing out a sentence, "Is this the strategy of exhausting the soldiers?"
"That's the idea."
Zhang Yi narrowed his eyes slightly, "I didn't eliminate all the building leaders today. When we fight next, there will definitely be more people to kill. I must weaken their combat power as much as possible."
Zhang Yi said, leaning in closer to Uncle You, his expression serious.
"These people can't be trusted. The conflicts between us are irreconcilable, and sooner or later, we'll have to fight. So, we can't relax during this time."
"Also, everything I've said to you must remain confidential!"
After this exchange, Uncle You was deeply impressed by Zhang Yi's wisdom.
He nodded slowly and firmly.
"I understand! Zhang Yi, now our whole family's hope of surviving rests on you. Whatever you ask me to do, I'll do it!"
Zhang Yi smiled with satisfaction and nodded, "Good. Now let's proceed according to the plan and see how far they can go."
Zhang Yi only revealed part of the truth to Uncle You.
In fact, he had more backup plans that he hadn't shared with him.
Because Zhang Yi had already learned that someone in Building 25 had secretly colluded with people from other buildings.
An insider had previously attacked him, and they would definitely strike again!
Like the time the Wild Wolf Gang ambushed him in the snow...
Zhang Yi returned to his place and checked the surveillance on Zhou Ke'er's room.
Zhou Ke'er was now under even stricter supervision by Zhang Yi.
After all, with the big battle approaching, Zhang Yi trusted that Zhou Ke'er wouldn't be foolish enough to betray him, but caution was never a bad thing.
If he lost, his life was at stake!
No one would act carelessly in the face of life and death.
Zhou Ke'er's phone had been confiscated, and whenever Zhang Yi left, he locked her in her room and wouldn't let her out.
However, Zhou Ke'er was quite good at self-regulating.
She was an intelligent woman, knowing what to do and what not to do.
At least she wouldn't challenge Zhang Yi's authority, so whatever Zhang Yi asked her to do, she would comply obediently.
After all, she was the maid, and Zhang Yi was the master.
And the master's orders were absolute.
At that moment, Zhou Ke'er was in her room doing yoga.
She wore a pink low-cut tank top on her upper body, and her full chest moved up and down with her elegant movements, making people worry that the thin fabric wouldn't hold and might fall off.
Her lower body was clad in brown yoga pants, showcasing her perfect leg lines.
She executed a graceful split on the floor, with her straightened calves and curvy thighs clearly the result of regular exercise.
Zhang Yi walked to her door, took out the key, and opened it.
Zhou Ke'er looked up at him, beads of sweat covering her forehead, a strand of hair clinging to her skin, giving her an unexpectedly charming look.
"You're back!"
Zhou Ke'er was genuinely happy to see him. She bent her legs and stood up, her eyes filled with sincere smiles.
She knew Zhang Yi had been handling important matters today, and seeing his relaxed expression, it was clear that the talks had gone smoothly.
Zhou Ke'er walked over to Zhang Yi, wrapped her arms around his neck, and with bright eyes, asked, "How did the negotiations go?"
Her body was so full that just leaning in naturally pressed against Zhang Yi's chest.
The feeling was best summed up in one phrase:
One more look, and it would explode;
Come any closer, and he might melt!
Zhang Yi didn't feel melted at all, but rather, more solid.
He hugged Zhou Ke'er tightly, kissed her fiercely, and then pulled her to lie down on the bed.
"For the next few days, we'll be like this…"
Zhang Yi told Zhou Ke'er about the negotiation details.
It might not have had much meaning, but sometimes when men are doing big things, they want to confide in a woman.
"Things might be a bit chaotic in the next few days. You should stay at home and not go anywhere."
Zhang Yi squinted his eyes, and his tone turned cold.
"After a while, the trouble will be completely over!"
Zhou Ke'er rested against Zhang Yi's chest, not fully understanding, as Zhang Yi had only given a rough outline without touching on the important parts.
But she still showed a happy smile.
Because Zhang Yi hadn't sent her out to take risks, it meant he cared for her.
For a woman, nothing was more important than that.
"Zhang Yi, you must have carried a lot of burdens! And I haven't been able to help you at all. Sometimes, I really feel useless."
A hint of guilt surfaced in Zhou Ke'er's heart.
Zhang Yi looked down at her and thought to himself, I buy insurance not for its value, but in case something happens one day, it can be a safety net.
You, the chief physician, I hope I never need you!
Suddenly, Zhou Ke'er's face turned rosy, and her right hand went down.
"I can only do this for you now. At least I can help you relax. Don't accumulate too much negative energy!"