The man had been feigning composure, but when his eyes landed on the stack of ten-yuan bills Wang Jianguo brandished, a flash of undisguised astonishment crossed his face. Clearly, he was rattled by Wang Jianguo’s display of wealth.
After a moment of hesitation, he seemed to make up his mind and slowly stood up. The movement was not fluid; it was plain that he remained on guard. He stayed slightly hunched, like a beast accustomed to lurking in the shadows—even when preparing to strike, he never forgot how to retreat to safety.
He took a few steps, dragging his feet but keeping them light, edging closer to Wang Jianguo bit by bit. As he approached, his eyes scanned the surroundings vigilantly, ensuring there were no hidden threats.
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