An ox cart suddenly drove into the quiet little mountain village.

At this time, every household had finished dinner and were about to go to bed, with only the occasional barking of dogs being heard.

The ox cart passed through the quiet village and stopped in front of a small bridge. A couple in their twenties and a boy of eight or nine years old picked up the bags on the cart and got off.

The man paid the fare and asked the driver again: "Is that the yard across the bridge?"

The driver was from Xiahe Village, a place he often visited. He took the fare with a smile and nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, that's Butler Qin."

The driver was curious and asked, "Are you her relatives?"

The couple shook their heads and had no intention of answering. They thanked the driver and led their curious son towards the courtyard on the other side of the river.

It's a lively time at Qin Yao's house right now.

Dinner was served a little late today, as the children at home had homework to do and the adults were busy with work. They just finished dinner and sat at the table to digest their food. Except for Awang, the rest of the family of six were unable to move.

The four brothers and sisters of Dalang were discussing what kind of discussion Sanlang and Si Niang's exquisite new hairstyles had caused in the school. Liu Ji had just learned new knowledge for a day, and when he heard this, he felt his mind was restless and dizzy.

He was just about to shout and go back to their own room to make some noise when a strange voice sounded outside the door.

There were two knocks on the door, and a gentlemanly male voice said loudly:

"Chief Steward Qin, I am Song Yu, the servant that Master Song ordered me to come and report. I was delayed on the way for some time and have just arrived. I hope that Chief Steward Qin will open the door and let me, my family and I, personally apologize to you!"

The family of six in the main room looked at each other and fell silent instantly. Then Liu Ji and the four brothers and sisters all looked at Qin Yao who was lazily lying on the chair.

After all, the person the other party was calling was Chief Steward Qin.

When Qin Yao left the county government office yesterday, he reminded Song Zhang not to forget what he had promised. He left in a hurry at that time and only heard Song Zhang say from afar that he would arrange it on the declaration day.

But today, no one came from morning to night, and she thought that Song Zhang was delayed by some affairs and had no time to make arrangements.

Unexpectedly, he actually did what he said.

Although it is now completely dark, it will be tomorrow in two hours.

But all in all, it is within the commitment.

Qin Yao stood up and called Awang to open the door first.

The door opened to reveal a young couple with a little boy about the same age as Jiro.

The three of them behaved intimately and looked like a family of three.

Song Yu led his wife and children into the house, and as soon as they saw Qin Yao, they knelt down together.

"Your humble servant Song Yu, with my wife Li and son Xiao Lai Fu, come to pay respects to the Madam, the Master, the three Young Masters, and the Young Miss!"

After saying that, the three of them kowtowed firmly together.

The four brothers and sisters of Dalang who were following behind Qin Yao saw Xiao Laifu's hard knock and subconsciously wanted to step out and pull him.

However, although they thought so, the four brothers and sisters did not act rashly.

After staying with A Niang for a long time, under Qin Yao's words and deeds, the four brothers and sisters have learned to think twice before acting.

Song Yu took out two indentures from his bag, raised them above his head, and presented them to Qin Yao.

"Madam, this is the indenture of my family. You are now their master. If you need anything, Song Yu and his wife, Li, will do their best to handle it!"

Qin Yao raised her eyebrows and looked down at the two indentures Song Yu handed over.

The light in the courtyard was dim. Liu Ji took out the candlestick from the house at some point and immediately held it up so that Qin Yao could see clearly.

These are two indentures, and Qin Yao's name is written on the indentures.

With these two indentures, the fate of Song Yu and his wife will be in Qin Yao's hands.

She wanted them to live and not die. She could sell them to others at any time. Even if the family of three ran away, she could use this indenture to bring them back with the help of the government.

This couple, two living people, have become her private property.

Because they were slaves, the lowest class in Sheng State.

This was the first time in Liu Ji's life that he saw such an indenture. His eyes moved back and forth between the paper and Song Yu's family of three, feeling both curious and unbelievable.

Song Yu's family of three were dressed neatly and tidy. Their clothes were all made of cotton and did not have a single patch on them.

The three of them are still healthy and strong, which shows that their food was not bad in the past.

If a man like this were to be in Liujia Village, he would look more stylish than the common people in Liujia Village. How could he look like a slave at all?

If Song Yu hadn't revealed his identity himself, who would have known that he was a slave?

And listen to the way he speaks, he is actually quite knowledgeable.

If the occasion was not inappropriate, Liu Ji would really like to ask: Do the nobles nowadays have such high requirements for slaves?

Of course, as a master, he cannot show weakness.

At Qin Yao's nod, Liu Ji raised his hand and told Song Yu and his family of three to get up from the ground. "The first rule of our family is that you are not allowed to kneel."

But not including me, the eldest master. Liu Ji was so upset that he burst into tears.

Song Yu and Li immediately nodded and said, "Yes."

There was no surprise, no questions asked, just complete obedience, making people feel that they were trustworthy.

Qin Yao gave the indenture contract to Awang first, and motioned for Song Yu and his family to follow her into the main hall.

"Awang, cook three bowls of noodles for Song Yu and the others." Qin Yao ordered.

By the way, he introduced the family of three: "This is Awang. He is responsible for all matters at home. If you have any questions, you can go to him first."

The Song Yu couple immediately called out to Awang politely and flatteringly, "Butler Awang."

Li said, "Madam, I'd better go by myself, and follow Butler Awang to get familiar with the kitchen at home."

Song Yu also said, "Madam, I came late and disturbed the Madam, the Master, the Young Master and the Young Ladies. It was originally our fault. Madam, not only did you not blame us, but you also took care of us. I am very grateful. How dare I trouble Butler Awang again?"

"It just so happens that Mrs. Li is a good cook, so let her prepare it. White flour is too fine and will cost too much. Three bowls of whole grain porridge will be enough."

Li looked over with a flattering and tentative attitude.

Qin Yao narrowed her eyes slightly, "You don't have to test me. I'm in the countryside, so there aren't that many rules here, and I can't afford to follow them."

"I don't know how you are treated in the Song family, but here, you eat what I eat, you wear what I wear, and you use what I use."

Qin Yao added solemnly: "I want someone who can help me with the work, not a slave to serve me."

Having said that, he motioned for Awang to continue doing as he said, then turned around and strode into the main room.

Liu Ji pulled out a throne for her. Qin Yao sat down and he sat on another one.

Although the couple sat in the same seat, Song Yu and Li could tell at a glance who was the boss of the family.

Qin Yao gave Dalang a wink, and the four brothers and sisters, who had been behaving well, finally moved and enthusiastically stepped forward to greet Xiao Lai Fu. They were all children of the same age, and the five of them quickly started playing together.