After crossing, I was miserable.

Chapter 272 Family Meeting

After a day of thinking, everyone has considered their future, and most people still choose to return to their hometown, after all, that is where their roots are.

Only those who have no parents, wives or children around, or have no relatives or hometowns to miss, or those who want to completely get rid of their farming identities will stay, but they are only a minority.

However, some disputes occurred among the patriarch.

"Dad, I don't want to go back. Can you let me stay here?"

The person who spoke was the youngest son of the middle-aged patriarch, who was only twelve years old.

He is in his youth, full of vigor and vitality.

Despite the long and arduous journey of fleeing famine, he received more love and care because he was the youngest in the family.

Compared to the suffering endured by his other brothers and sisters, he did not suffer too much.

During this difficult period, he witnessed many heartbreaking scenes: people were starving and emaciated; villages were abandoned and fields were barren...

However, these hardships did not befall him too much.

On the contrary, his family always tried their best to protect him and keep him from hunger and cold.

He gradually grew up in the process, his heart filled with love for life and longing for the future.

Especially the time he spent in this villa allowed him to experience a different way of life.

"We're all gone, why are you staying here? Don't you want to go back? Don't you miss your mother?"

The middle-aged patriarch said with his teeth itching in anger.

Of course he knew what his youngest son was thinking. Although this place was not as wealthy as the others, the food and clothing here were no better than those in the mountains.

Moreover, this is the capital city, the place closest to the emperor. Who wouldn’t yearn for it?

It seems that staying here is a way to stand out.

If possible, he also hopes that the whole family can stay in this place.

After all, compared to returning to their hometown to endure endless suffering and torture, it would be much better to let them continue to work here and sell themselves into slavery!

Because here, at least they can guarantee their basic survival needs; once they return to their hometown, they will have to start all over again...

But if it was his second son, he would consider it.

The eldest son was honest and simple-minded, and he looked exactly like him.

This kind of character means that they are only suitable for farming honestly and doing some down-to-earth work.

The second son was born with a special affinity with books, as if those densely packed words were not just stiff and boring pictures to him, and he still had some affinity with reading.

Compared with the eldest and the third child, the second child has a more eager thirst for knowledge.

But he thought about it carefully again. If he wanted to stay in this place for a long time,

They had to sign the so-called indenture, which meant that the second son would become a slave.

However, once one becomes a slave, taking the imperial examination becomes a luxury.

After all, according to the law, slaves were expressly prohibited from participating in such selective examinations.

As a result, his son's career seemed to be out of reach, which went against his original idea.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help feeling frustrated and helpless.

After thinking about it, I decided that the youngest son was the most suitable candidate.

Although this youngest son is young, he is much smarter and more intelligent than his peers.

His little head hides many thoughts that are difficult for others to detect.

These ideas may not be obvious on weekdays, but at critical moments, they can often play an unexpected role.

Just like this time, after learning that the imperial court had posted a notice,

It was his youngest son who came to remind him to find Butler Zhou as soon as possible and tell him about his family's situation.

This greatly increased Butler Zhou's favorability towards their family.

In fact, I already had the idea of ​​staying at that time.

But then again, this youngest son does cause some headaches at times.

Relying on his little cleverness, he often speaks without thinking and talks nonsense.

This made him appear a little too indulgent and unruly in front of his family and friends, and made everyone worry about his future.

After all, it is difficult for a person who cannot control his words and actions to gain a foothold and succeed.

The most important thing is that I am afraid that his mouth will bring him trouble.

In this capital city where there is a dignitary every three steps and a big boss every five steps, every inch of land is shrouded in power and wealth.

He was afraid that he would be alone here without anyone to take care of him, and he wouldn't know what to do if anything happened in the future.

What if this child gets used to the various temptations in the capital and is dazzled by them?

Then he might become complacent and forget his original intention.

By then, he may lose his way and fall into confusion; or he may become arrogant and look down on others, losing respect and understanding for others.

If this continues, the consequences are unimaginable!

The most important thing is that he became a slave. Wouldn’t his children also be slaves?

Are we going to give up the future of our children and grandchildren for the sake of the present wealth?

“No, absolutely not.

How can I explain to your mother that our family cannot return together? "

The patriarch gritted his teeth. Although he also felt that staying here would definitely provide more development than staying in the village, the safety and healthy growth of his youngest son was still the most important.

When the younger son heard his mother mentioned, he also felt guilty.

"Okay, I get it." The younger son walked away dejectedly and returned to his room to pack up his things.

In fact, the eldest and second sons wanted to persuade the girl, after all, the mistress was indeed smarter and more intelligent than them.

In the past, Butler Zhou would take him to solve any problems.

But seeing his father's expression, he didn't dare to go up and say anything. He slowly backed out and returned to his room to pack his things.

As night falls, the lights are on.

After the Lantern Festival, a notice was issued that the villa would be temporarily closed for a period of time due to the large flow of people.

After dinner, Zhou She came to Qian Duoduo's residence. He wanted to report to Qian Duoduo about the comings and goings of these people.

Along the way, Zhou She was thinking about how to better express his ideas.

At the same time, I was still a little nervous about meeting Qian Yi.

When he arrived at the door of Qian Duoduo's study, he took a deep breath, sorted out his thoughts, and knocked on the door gently.

"Come in."

It is the door that opens in spring and summer.

"Butler Zhou,"

Zhou She nodded slightly as a greeting.

When I saw that only Qian Duoduo was left, I felt a little conflicted.

"how?"

However, when it comes to work, Zhou She never makes any mistakes.

"We have received a total of 3,105 refugees, and now 273 of them are leaving to return to their hometowns.

Fifteen more people are leaving, saying they want to find their relatives.”

When Qian Duoduo heard this, he smiled disdainfully.

Seeing that she didn't say anything, Zhou She continued:

"The remaining twenty-seven people were willing to stay and sign the indenture."

Zhou She also knew that there wouldn't be many people left, but he didn't expect it to be so few.

"And one more thing,"

"explain,"

"The clan leader's youngest son approached me privately and expressed his desire to stay.

But the clan leader disagreed, so he wanted to stay secretly. He wanted to leave the money from his indenture to his family.

"Have you asked the clan leader?"

“Yes, I was also afraid of any trouble, so I went to talk to the clan leader.

The clan leader is afraid that this child is young, unstable, and might cause trouble."

Qian Duoduo nodded slightly.

"What do you think? What about this child?"

"He is a little clever and quick-witted. He is also very hardworking and never lazy.

It’s just that I’m a little young and lack some experience, so I’ll be able to hone my skills in the future.”

"Have you told this to the clan leader?"

"Yes, in the end the clan leader meant to see if you want to keep him. If you think the child is suitable, he will let the child stay. If you think the child is average, he will let him go."

Qian Duoduo thought about it,

"Stay. After they leave, we'll be short of people, so let him help you.

By the way, also tell Butler Qi to train an assistant.

I'd better transfer you out as soon as possible."

"Yes."

“When will the others be available?”

"Yes, Miss. They are in training now. You can start work anytime after they leave."

"Okay, I understand. Let's go down first."