Although Qin Yining was the master of the farmstead, when he saw these familiar faces that he had helped before, Qin Yining felt much more at ease.
"Benefactor, why did you come here personally? It's not easy to travel when the earth dragon overturns, "said Chief Zhang.
"That's right, Benefactor. It's very dangerous on the road. Besides, you don't know this, but the earth dragon overturns once every few days. I don't know what's going on," said Madam Ding, the wife of Chief Zhang.
Qin Yining asked with concern, "Is everything alright in our farmstead? Is anyone injured? "
"Sigh, a few houses were destroyed, and more than ten people were injured. The mother of one of the houses was hit by a falling beam, and she passed away immediately."
Qin Yining sighed and said, "Sigh, it's natural and man-made disasters. The ones who suffer are the commoners."
Madam Ding said, "Benefactor, you are kind. Back then, it was all thanks to you that we were able to keep our lives. We are already lucky to be able to settle down in the farmstead, have food to eat, clothes to wear, and a house to live in. We can even spend the new year peacefully. Benefactor, you have already done your best for us. Don't be sad. "
Chief Zhang also said honestly, "That's right. Our farmstead is still in a better state. It's all thanks to Master Zhong building us sturdy houses. Most of the houses are fine after the earth dragon overturns. "
"That's good." Qin Yining sighed and said, "I came here this time under Wang Ye's orders. The national treasury is empty, and Your Majesty did not provide any food or money for disaster relief. I believe all of you know about the tragic situation in the city. I can't bear to see so many people starve. Do we still have any extra food in our farmstead? "
"Benefactor, there was a disaster last year, and we only managed to harvest one crop this year. We do have food, but not much. We do have some sweet potatoes."
Qin Yining said, "Leave enough food for everyone in the farmstead. Help me load the rest into the carriage. I'll send it back to the congee stall in the city later. I hope that more people can survive."
Chief Zhang nodded and immediately went to do it.
Madam Ding wanted to say something but hesitated.
Qin Yining smiled and said, "Mrs. Ding, if you have something to say, just say it."
"Ah, benefactor, I know it's not my place to say these words. Benefactor, you're kind and only want to save more people. They're such a big court, can't they take out a single coin? I think someone saw your kindness, benefactor. As long as you came here and saw the suffering commoners, you would naturally take out money to buy food. This is one of the reasons. "
"Secondly, our ability is limited. Even if you donate all your food, it's impossible to save a lot of people. When they see the number of casualties, no one will be surprised.
They will remember how much you donated, but they will only see how many people died. Sigh! I also know that these things belong to you, but I just can't bear to see my benefactor suffer. "
When Qin Yining heard this, he smiled emotionally and said, "Thank you for your straightforward words, Mrs. Ding. I understand what you mean. I will carefully consider this matter. Also, Wang Ye will probably think of a way to solve the food problem. I just want to do my best to save as many people as possible before he thinks of a solution. "
"You're a kind person. It was because of your kindness that we were able to survive. We will do as you say. "When she said this, Madam Ding felt that she was really despicable. Could it be that only Qin Yining was allowed to use money to save her? Now that he wanted to save other people's lives, she was still acting like a villain.
Qin Yining rested in the room for a while while the people in the farmstead started to make preparations. Because the road conditions were bad, it was difficult for the carriages to travel, so the food was carried on the backs of the mules and horses. All the food added together was enough to fill a large carriage.
Qin Yining pulled Chief Zhang to the side and asked in a low voice, "We've packed so much. Do the people in the farmstead have enough to eat? Don't donate your rations just because of a word from me. "
Chief Zhang's heart was filled with warmth. "Benefactor, don't worry. We'll follow your instructions and leave our rations. You don't have to worry. However, I heard that there's already an epidemic in the city. Benefactor, you're always walking around there. You must be careful! "
Qin Yining nodded with a smile and said, "You too. Take good care of the farmstead. Don't be in a hurry to do anything during this period of time. Just focus on living well. As long as we're alive, we'll have plenty of time in the future. "
"Yes!"
Qin Yining didn't dare to delay any longer. Since they had some food, they had to send it back immediately. Saving people was like putting out a fire. She didn't want to see the people sacrificed in vain because of an incapable ruler.
The road was extremely difficult to travel. Fortunately, this group of people were all horses. If they encountered difficult roads, they could just lead the horses over carefully.
However, even so, it was already afternoon by the time they returned to Yang County.
Pang Xiao was worried about Qin Yining and had been waiting at the city gate. When he saw Qin Yining and his group returning with the horses with rations tied to their heads, a smile appeared in Pang Xiao's eyes. However, he felt even more heartache.
"You're back." Pang Xiao smiled and went forward to welcome them.
Qin Yining dismounted from his horse and said with a smile, "I didn't expect you to come back first."
"Yes, we came back in the afternoon. How was it? Are you tired after riding a horse for so long? "
"I'm fine." Qin Yining walked side by side with Pang Xiao towards the yamen. He chuckled softly and said, "It's just that the saddle is a little abrasive. I didn't think so in the past. Now that I've been living like a prince, I've become delicate. "
"How are you delicate? You're a delicate and soft lady, yet you have to suffer with me. "Pang Xiao brushed her messy hair with his large hand.
The two of them stood under the shade of a tree and watched their subordinates lead the horses forward.
When there was no one else around, Pang Xiao lowered his voice and said to Qin Yining, "My Spies discovered that the entire area around the old capital has been surrounded by the Dragon Stallion Army. They should have been brought here by Your Majesty. In particular, there are people rushing towards Yang County. However, they were delayed by the bad road conditions. However, I believe that the troops will arrive soon. "
Qin Yining was shocked when he heard this. "So, the treasure is really in Yang County?"
"Yes. Otherwise, Your Majesty wouldn't have done this. However, we still don't know where the treasure is hidden. We also don't know where the Qingtian Alliance stands on this matter. Are the marks they left behind the location of the treasure? "
Qin Yining said helplessly, "Since they know that the troops have been mobilized, and Your Majesty has secretly rushed over, we can't let our guard down. Even if we're curious, we can't go and investigate. Otherwise, we'll get into trouble and the losses will outweigh the gains. Right now, the most important thing is to think of a way to help the disaster victims. The little things we have won't be able to support us for long. The imperial court also doesn't have any rice, so we have to start with the large families. "
Upon hearing this, Pang Xiao smiled bitterly and said, "Those large families are all dissatisfied with the Da Zhou imperial court. Moreover, the rich are heartless. I went to talk to one of them, but it was to no avail. We have to think of a more suitable method in the future."
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