Traveling to Ancient Times: My Space Contains Weapons

Chapter 1496 Settlement 1 Return to Seoul

After hearing Chu Chen's words, everyone cheered.

What is care? They understand it all too well and are eager for it all too much.

In the Song Dynasty, there was a tradition that whenever a prominent figure emerged from a village, the government would take care of him, and the village that received this care would enjoy extremely good treatment.

First, all taxes were waived, and no more villains dared to lay a finger on the village.

At that time, the government will build a memorial archway at the entrance of the village to signify its status.

The fact that Chu Chen was able to secure this for them shows that as long as there is no change of dynasty, their Liexi Village will not be disturbed.

Moreover, the grain produced is entirely under their control, so how could they not be wealthy?

"Everyone, please be quiet and listen to me."

After the cheers subsided, Chu Chen continued, "As you all know, Fatty Tiger and Niu Zi followed me to Seoul and have also achieved a comfortable life."

"So now I have an idea, which is that I will take everyone to Seoul to work tomorrow for those who are willing to come with me."

"But there's one thing: you must obey."

Everyone was overjoyed upon hearing this; who wouldn't want to earn a lot of money? Only the old men looked deeply worried.

If all the young people go to Seoul, leaving only the old men behind, even if the treatment in Liexi Village is good, it will decline within a few years.

"However, I have a suggestion."

"My brothers and sisters who are the same age as me, I want to tell you a truth: the outside world is not as good as you imagine."

“The outside world is full of deceit and treachery, and murderers and arsonists are everywhere. It is far less peaceful than Liexi Village.”

"That's all I have to say. As for your choice, I won't interfere."

Chu Chen's next words brought joy to the elderly and made the young and middle-aged people fall into deep thought.

Indeed, although they did not go outside, some of them had been to the county town. People like them would feel out of place in the county town, let alone go to Hancheng.

While everyone was hesitating, Master Zhang stood up.

"Everyone, Chen'er is right. We old folks definitely don't want to go back, but Liexi Village needs young people too."

"Now Chen'er has found protection for Liexi Village and given us so much food. It can be said that as long as Liexi Village does not encounter natural disasters or man-made calamities that affect the whole country, it can become a prosperous place."

"So, everyone go back and think it over carefully, and give Chen'er an answer tomorrow morning."

Looking at the white-bearded Master Zhang in front of him, Chu Chen wondered why he hadn't realized before how sensible the old man was.

His words were a godsend.

He didn't know that the elderly people in the village shared the same thoughts as him.

No one wants to see Liexi Village become a hollow village in the next few decades. What use is shelter, wealth, or glory then?

The next day, Chu Chen got up early, while Fatty Tiger waited at the door even earlier.

Behind Fat Tiger stood a boy who looked about seventeen or eighteen years old.

Chu Chen knew that this was Gou Shengzi, a playmate who was a little younger than them.

Gou Shengzi was also a pitiful person. His father was carried off by a tiger while hunting in the mountains to improve the family's life.

His mother, worn out from overwork, also passed away, leaving him behind at a young age.

From then on, he became a true orphan, raised by his elderly grandfather until he was fifteen. After he turned fifteen, his grandfather also passed away, so he had to tend to his few acres of land on his own, barely making it to this day.

"Gou Shengzi is willing to go to the city with us, while the rest of us have chosen to stay in Liexi Village."

Chu Chen nodded after listening. People like this, who have no ties to them, are not really of much use in Liexi Village. It's better for them to go to the city.

Most importantly, this kid is enthusiastic and hardworking. He knows his situation, so he is very respectful to Chu Chen and Pang Hu.

"Brother Chen, I have no family left. I want to go out and try my luck with you."

Chu Chen nodded after listening: "Okay, let's pack up, have breakfast, and then we'll set off."

"Thank you for your guidance, Brother Chen. Don't worry, Brother Chen, I, Gou Shengzi, will definitely not cause you any trouble after I leave. I will do my best to serve you."

Chu Chen didn't answer, but stepped forward and patted him on the shoulder: "Go pack up, let Brother Fatty Tiger show you the world outside."

After saying that, he went into his own kitchen.

His mother had already prepared breakfast for him: "Chen'er, eat breakfast quickly, and leave early so as not to delay things in Seoul."

Chu Chen held his bowl and ate with particular relish.

Not long after, under the watchful eyes of everyone in Liexi Village, Chu Chen, along with Pang Hu, Niu Zi, and Gou Shengzi, and accompanied by Luo Wang and more than a dozen soldiers, embarked on the road back to Hancheng.

Two days later, a group of officials arrived at Liexi Village with a richly dressed gentleman.

If Chu Chen were here, he would definitely recognize that this was Magistrate Kang Ning and his entourage.

When Zhang Sanye saw the high-ranking official arrive, he immediately led a group of villagers to kneel and greet him.

As a result, Kang Ning, who was quick-witted and agile, grabbed him and said, "Old man, I'm late."

Having lived for decades, Master Zhang could easily see that this was the protection Chu Chen had mentioned.

"This old man is too kind, sir. How can I not bow to an official?"

"You're too kind, sir. I am Kang Ning, the magistrate of Xinjie County. I have come here on instructions from above to see the life in Liexi Village. May I ask, sir, which one of you is Mr. Chu Chen's family member?"

Master Zhang was overjoyed, but his face showed extreme shock. He pointed at Chu Ba and Ugly Mother and said, "Magistrate, these are Chu Chen's parents!"

After hearing this, Kang Ning immediately turned and walked towards Chu Ba and Ugly Mother.

The smile on his face was even more enthusiastic than when he saw his own father.

"Oh, Brother Chu, sister-in-law, meeting you today, you are indeed extraordinary. It is a blessing for Liexi Village and Xinjie to have given birth to such a worthy son as Mr. Chu."

Immediately afterwards, Kang Ning exchanged pleasantries with Chu Chen's parents and the villagers of Liexi Village.

After understanding the situation, he immediately ordered the road to be repaired first, followed by the construction of the protective archway. He also instructed his servants to unload the food and other gifts from the horses.

For a time, the entire Liexi Village was immersed in joy.

At that moment, Chu Ba and Chou Niang also rose to a high status, becoming the true leaders of the entire Liexi Village.

However, Chu Chen was completely unaware of all this. At this moment, they had already crossed the river and entered Hancheng with a group of people.

The first thing he did upon returning to Seoul was to send Fat Tiger to the brewing warehouse and give him the task of producing 10,000 catties of alcohol.

He then went into the winery to check on the sales performance over the past period.

"Brother Chen, you're back. This is the sales report for the past few days. It's all recorded here. Here's the money, please count it."