Parents are busy farming

The news of the arrival of the Yamen people spread throughout the village like a gust of wind, arousing heated discussions among the villagers.

Villager A said with emotion: "The status of the Ye family is really high! I remember when Lu Lizheng passed away, there was only one person in their family. Look at the Ye family, it's so beautiful!"

Villager B echoed: "Yes! It was a wise decision to let Ye Yongwang be the leader, and our village has benefited a lot."

Villager C nodded repeatedly: "That's right. Whether it's water diversion for irrigation, conscription for military service, or the education of the children in the village, we have received too many benefits."

Villager A pointed at a group of people coming from a distance and said enviously: "Look, there are people here again. They are probably here to do business with the Ye family. Look at the clothes they are wearing. Those are not things that we farmers can afford." Got up."

Villager B couldn't help but sigh: "One person has achieved enlightenment, chickens and dogs have ascended to heaven. The Ye family is already living a better life than other families. In this generation, the network of people is getting wider and wider."

At this time, Villager C interjected: "Whose family may this connection lead to in the future? I think the most powerful person in the Ye family is Miss Ye Wu. In the future..."

Villager A quickly interrupted him: "Okay, okay, stop talking, look at the guests coming out."

The eyes of the villagers were full of envy and awe. They had witnessed the glory of the Ye family, and they also looked forward to one day that they or their children could be honored by the Ye family.

The person who arrived this time was not a merchant, but the manager of Zhuangzi, Ye Zifen's shop.

They all came to express their condolences at the same time. This friendship is really rare.

What's even more surprising is that Zhao Cuier and Liu Menger also came together.

After Lu Zili learned the news, he came out to greet him personally.

He said in a slightly lower voice: "I am here to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone on behalf of Zifen. Zifen is on the way here. Everyone has worked hard along the way."

Everyone followed Lu Zili into the mourning hall to express their condolences. Their steps seemed heavy and solemn.

Ye Lan looked at Liu Meng'er from a distance and couldn't help but feel uncomfortable in her heart.

Zihong still hasn't come back, and they have been keeping this secret from Meng'er.

At this moment, Meng'er was looking around, seemingly anxiously looking for traces of Zihong.

Ye Lan took a deep breath, stepped forward, gently patted Liu Menger's shoulder, and motioned for her to follow him out.

A trace of doubt flashed in Liu Menger's eyes, but she followed Ye Lanshi out without hesitation.

When she came outside, Ye Lanshi's steps seemed a little hesitant, and her lips trembled slightly, as if she had a thousand words but didn't know how to say them.

Liu Menger looked at Ye Lanshi quietly, her firm eyes showing that she never considered herself inferior to others.

She knew that Ye Lanshi might have some prejudice against her, but for Zihong, she was willing to endure it.

Finally, Ye Lan made up her mind and said slowly: "There is something that Zifen has been asking us to hide from you, but I think you may have already suspected it. Zifen is not here today, so I decided to tell you. .”

Liu Meng'er's eyes never left Ye Lan's mouth. She had already guessed something in her mind, but she still wanted to hear Ye Lan say it herself.

Liu Meng'er's voice was calm and firm, "Just say it!"

Her eyes were firm and revealed a hint of helplessness, as if she was ready to face anything.

She knew that what Ye Lanshi said next might have a huge impact on her, but she bit her lip tightly, clenched her hands slightly, and silently told herself to be strong.

A trace of guilt flashed in Ye Lanshi's eyes. He lowered his head and whispered softly: "Zihong went out to sea with the fishing boat. He has been out for a long time. Zifen was afraid that you would worry and didn't let me tell you."

There was a little uneasiness in her voice, as if she was afraid that Liu Menger would be hurt because of this.

Liu Meng'er frowned slightly, and there was a hint of doubt in her voice: "Are there many people in the caravan?"

Her eyes were fixed on Ye Lanshi, as if she wanted to find the answer from his expression.

Ye Lanshi didn't know why Liu Menger asked this, but he still nodded gently.

He saw a flash of pain in Liu Menger's eyes, but she quickly hid it.

Liu Meng'er took a deep breath and tried to keep her voice calm: "I understand, I still have a lot of things to deal with right now, so I'll go back first."

Her steps were a little heavy, as if she was carrying the weight of the whole world.

After saying that, she turned and left, leaving Ye Lanshi alone, silently watching her leaving back, her heart full of worry and helplessness.

The people outside the door looked serious and seemed to be discussing something important.

Li Song said to Lu Zili and Pang Chao solemnly: "The boat going south will probably come back tomorrow. We won't be able to get through tomorrow, so I guess you two will have to go and check the situation."

Lu Zili and Pang Chao nodded silently, and Lu Zili said softly: "Okay! The things over there are indeed important. They from Feng County should arrive tomorrow. There are people at home to take care of them, so I can spare some time to go there."

Li Song breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Okay, then it's settled. Wang Sheng should also be there tomorrow. If the fifth lady doesn't come back, let's keep an eye on it more. By the way, the river water has risen again today, and it is estimated that the south Drainage is underway again. I have already passed the news to the county government, is the county magistrate here today?"

Lu Zili frowned and replied: "I'm here, but I came in a hurry and left in a hurry. I guess I went back to deal with things."

Pang Chao interrupted and asked: "Didn't Zifen say that he would bring the Bai family back last time? Will they come back this time?"

Lu Zili shook his head helplessly, "I don't know. I just followed Zifen's instructions and sent a letter to my uncle and the others. As for what they do, it depends on their own decision."

There was a hint of helplessness and worry in his tone, and he seemed not to be too sure about taking over the Bai family.

Pang Chao couldn't help but sigh, with a worried look on his face.

Li Song patted Lu Zili on the shoulder and comforted him: "Don't worry, Zili, we can only do our best and listen to fate. I believe your uncle and the others will make the right decision. They have been there for a long time, what should they do?" They know it."

Lu Zili nodded slightly, but his heart was still heavy.

The three of them looked at each other, and each could feel the anxiety and uneasiness in the other's heart. At this difficult moment, they can only pray silently and hope that everything will go smoothly.

The wind blowing gently outside the door seemed to be telling their worries and expectations.

Li Song said: "Okay! See you tomorrow! Let's go back first and you continue to work."