Qin Yining said in a low voice with a grave expression, "Right now, the situation outside is very tense. Just now, Master Zhong sent someone to tell me that the capital has already been surrounded by Da Zhou's soldiers. Previously, our soldiers were guarding the outer city gates and didn't allow the commoners to go out. Now, our people are scared back into the city and are guarding the city gates tightly. Even if we want to let the commoners out, we can't."
When the entire family heard this, they were so nervous that their faces turned pale. They suddenly felt like dark clouds were pressing down on the city, and a building was about to collapse.
"What should we do? Isn't this country going to be destroyed?" The old madam was so scared that tears welled up in her eyes.
Mammy Qin hurriedly handed over a handkerchief to wipe the old madam's tears.
Second Madam said, "Sister Yi, if that's really the case, we should guard the courtyard to the death. If we want to move, where will we move to?"
Qin Yining said, "Second Aunt, what we should do now is not to guard the courtyard to the death, but to leave this place. Think about it, now that the city gates have been sealed, the provisions in the city will probably be supplied to the soldiers on the front lines first. Even so, we still have nearly 320,000 soldiers left. How much of the provisions have we consumed?
"The commoners' situation is even worse than the soldiers'. They can't afford to buy provisions, and they can't escape the city gates. If His Majesty can't come up with a concrete solution, I'm afraid that it will soon lead to a mass uprising! If the commoners turn into a mob, think about it. Where will they rush to first? The granary? The government? Or the wealthy families in the capital? "
"This, this is too scary." The Sun Clan's daughter clenched her handkerchief with trembling hands. "Our family still has guards …"
"Two fists can't fight four hands. Guards are also useless. " Qin Yining pursed his lips and said, "My father is a famous official, and I'm also following the imperial edict to cultivate. Our family's target is too high. If the mob rushes in, we won't be able to escape. Besides, there's another layer of consideration. "
Qin Yining looked at the old madam, Second Madam, and the Sun Clan. He said in a low voice, "Our family doesn't have much provisions left. If we guard here, not only will we have to face the mob's looting and revenge, what will we do after the provisions run out? Soon, we won't be able to buy food in the city. "
"Heavens!" Old madam was so frightened that she started crying. "There's a wolf in front and a tiger in the back. How can we live like this! This group of goddamn idiots, the old fatuous ruler hid the silver and didn't buy food for everyone. Wasn't it my son who thought of a way to solve the food problem? Not only are they ungrateful, they even want to take revenge on us! "
The members of the Sun Clan and Second Madam were so frightened that they started sobbing.
Miss Eight and Qin Huining were already in tears.
Han Second Young Mistress was only three months pregnant, and at this moment, she was so frightened that she started retching, causing everyone to be nervous.
Qin Yining hurriedly comforted them and said, "That's why I said we should quickly pack up our things before things get chaotic. Take the useful and valuable items and follow me to Mount Changchun."
They all looked at Qin Yining, their eyes filled with fear at the unknown future.
Qin Yining said, "I raised a lot of refugees in my garden on Mount Changchun. Does everyone still remember? I have been using Zhao Yun Agency's money to provide food for them. They are grateful to me. Everyone, follow me. Those refugees in Ning Yuan will definitely protect us from being attacked by the mob.
"The most important thing is that once we run out of food, we won't be able to buy food anywhere. We can still rely on the mountain to eat. Fortunately, it's not winter now. We can hunt in the mountain, dig for wild vegetables, fish in the river, and catch birds in the trees. We won't starve to death. "
Speaking up to here, Qin Yining relaxed and laughed, "Everyone can rest assured. I have lived like this on the mountain for six years. I am very skilled at hunting and catching birds. I can even feed our whole family. I will definitely not let everyone starve to death. "
Everyone was sobbing as they looked at Qin Yining, who was smiling optimistically. For the first time, they truly pitied him.
They had been living under the protection of the Family Qin. They had been living a carefree life.
When they heard that they wouldn't be able to buy food in the city, they panicked and didn't know how to make a living.
However, Qin Yining had to face this kind of hardship when he was eight years old. He didn't have food or water. He had to survive on the mountain alone. That kind of bitter life lasted for six years. It took up almost half of his young life …
And the most precious thing was that he didn't let himself be defeated by the difficulties. Instead, he survived and grew up to be a smart and tenacious girl.
The members of the Sun Clan hugged Qin Yining and sobbed.
"Sister Yi, my good child, my good child."
Qin Yining hugged the members of the Sun Clan and didn't know whether to laugh or cry as he comforted, "Mother, don't cry. To be honest, if our family goes to the mountain to make a living, our chances of survival will be very high. We have many people, and we can take care of each other. We also have the protection and support of the people in Ning Yuan. We have many people and strength. We won't starve to death. At least we won't have no one to talk to, right? "
After hearing the last sentence, the members of the Sun Clan felt even sadder.
Not only did their precious daughter have to survive alone in the deep mountains, but she also lived alone for six years. She didn't even have anyone to talk to …
The members of the Sun Clan hugged Qin Yining and cried to their heart's content. Old Madam and the others couldn't help but feel sad for Qin Yining. Even more so, they were afraid that they would have to live this kind of 'inhumane life'.
Qin Yining comforted his mother and Old Madam. Before he could stop them from crying, Second Master, Third Master, Qin Yu, and Qin Han also returned.
When they saw the womenfolk hugging each other and crying, they thought that something big had happened. After hearing Qin Yining's explanation, they heaved a sigh of relief.
Second Master said, "Sister Yi and Eldest Brother are indeed father and son. Eldest Brother also said the same thing and told us to come back quickly. Taking advantage of the fact that the city hasn't become hopelessly chaotic, we should quickly pack up and go to Changchun Mountain to seek refuge with the refugees that Sister Yi is raising. The commoners will remember Sister Yi's kindness. Other places won't care about this, but those refugees will definitely protect our family. "
After hearing Qin Huaiyuan's words, Old Madam no longer hesitated and immediately said, "Since we are going to escape, let's release the newly bought servants. We don't need their ransom money. If they follow us, we won't be able to raise so many people, right? "
However, Qin Yining shook his head, "Even if we release them, how can they find new jobs in this kind of world? If they don't have a job, won't they starve to death? Let's bring them up the mountain. Even if they have to eat chaff and swallow vegetables, at least they have a way to survive. It doesn't make sense that our Family Qin can coexist peacefully with the refugees on the mountain, but we can't tolerate our own servants who have served us for so long. "
"Sister Yi is right. Let's go together as a family." Second Master also said, "Our Family Qin can't do such a heartless thing. If this spread out, how can Eldest Brother keep a foothold in the army? Don't forget, those guards are also people. They also have relatives in the city. Who knows which one of their relatives is in our family? It's better not to cause any complications. "
Hearing Qin Yining and Second Master's words, Old Madam's face and ears turned red. She awkwardly waved her hand and said, "Alright, alright, alright. I'll listen to you. This old woman has become muddle-headed. Don't pay attention to me."
This was the first time that Old Madam had said such self-deprecating words to admit defeat. Qin Yining and Second Master couldn't help but look at each other and let out a sigh of relief in their hearts.
At this critical juncture, it wasn't appropriate to cause any more trouble. If Old Madam was obstinate in going about things the wrong way, they would have to waste their time trying to make peace. There would only be benefits and no harm if Old Madam was no longer obstinate.
Everyone quickly gathered their family members and packed their luggage. Qin Yining specially instructed everyone, "Lock up the valuables that aren't easy to move and put them in the cellar. As for the rest of the furniture and decorations, don't think about leaving them behind. Bring some practical clothes. Not only summer clothes, but also autumn and winter clothes. If this war crosses into the new year, we still have to spend the winter on the mountain … "
The entire family went to prepare with worry. They also dismissed the craftsmen who were in charge of renovating the back residence.
Everyone from each branch and courtyard gathered together to have a small meeting in low voices. When it was midnight, Second Master had already taken care of the night patrols. Family Qin's family brought their servants and drove a carriage out of the Marquis of Anping's Estate, which had long been reduced to ruins, towards the outer city.
Qin Yining, Ji Yun, Qiu Lu, Bing Tang, the Sun Clan, and Mother Jin all anxiously sat in a large carriage.
The Sun Clan's daughter couldn't stop crying. Mother Jin consoled her in a low voice from the side. Bing Tang and Qiu Lu, who had been affected by the Sun Clan, were also on the verge of tears.
Qin Yining laughed and said, "Mother, don't be sad. In one's life, misfortune and fortune always depend on each other. There are three ups and downs until one grows old. Don't worry, even if we can't live in luxury, your daughter will definitely not let you starve. "
Sun Clan's daughter shook her head, "I'm worried about your father, your grandmother, and your aunt."
Qin Yining laughed, "You don't have to worry about that. Father is in the army, so naturally, he won't be the first to starve. Moreover, with father's intelligence, he won't let himself be at a disadvantage. Grandmother, you don't have to worry either. I think that grandmother will definitely find a way to bring the entire family to Baochang or the coastal area. "
Sun Clan's daughter thought about it. Qin Yining's words made sense.
She took a few deep breaths before saying, "You're right. They'll be fine. As long as they're alive, there will be a chance to see them again."
"That's right. Mother, you just have to take good care of your body. Your daughter will take good care of you. "Qin Yining held Sun Clan's hand and shook it affectionately.
Sun Clan's daughter smiled with relief and tears in her eyes. She held Qin Yining's hand tightly in her own.
Mount Changchun was located in the outer city of the capital. It was 40 li away from the inner city, and there was still some distance between it and the southern city gate of the outer city. It was backed by Mount Changchun, and there was even a spring on the mountain. It was a good place to live in seclusion and recuperate. Because this place was occupied by the imperial family, there were very few people around, and the common people didn't dare to come here easily. Therefore, Qin Yining's family members were allowed to go up the mountain without any obstructions.
Master Zhong had been waiting in front of the gate for a long time with a few people on the mountain.
Seeing Qin Yining help Sun Clan's daughter out of the carriage, Master Zhong hurriedly led people to greet her, "Boss, you're here."
Behind Master Zhong were a tall middle-aged man, a woman in her early twenties who was dressed in men's clothing, and an old man in his seventies who was wearing an old scholar's robe. When they saw Qin Yining, they knelt down and kowtowed.
"Greetings, benefactor!"
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