"Need not."

Tian Danxiong refused outright, saying, "I will handle it when it needs to be handled. You'd better not show your face in front of those people."

"Leave in a moment. Don't come back without my notification."

"what ever."

The middle-aged man thought for a moment and then asked, "Were the things left behind by General Yamada really sent to this godforsaken place?"

"This place is the most likely."

Tian Danxiong frowned deeply. "All the clues point to this place. It's just a matter of where the item was placed."

"If this is the case, and Shan Xiongjun is the only one here, isn't that a bit too few people?"

The middle-aged man finally revealed a serious expression. "I think we should arrange for some people to come in. Whether you're delivering messages or running errands, at least you'll have people to do things for you."

How many capable people do you have at your disposal?

This time, Tian Danxiong did not refuse. He thought about it seriously and said, "Could we arrange formal jobs for them and have them visit me as my relatives? That way, it won't attract attention."

"Try to arrange formal work as much as possible."

The middle-aged man smiled and said, "It won't be easy to get a good spot, but we should be able to squeeze one or two people into some less important places."

"Are these people trustworthy?"

"Don't worry, Lord Shan Xiong. They are all loyal to our Emperor and would never betray us."

"If something goes wrong, neither of us can afford the responsibility. We need to be careful."

"yes."

"Get the people in within six months."

"clear."

...

Half an hour later.

Tian Danxiong left first.

Not long after he left.

The middle-aged man pretended to be in a hurry and left in a rush.

They went unnoticed by anyone.

Return to the village.

Tian Danxiong put down what he had bought in front of Lin Jingyu's house.

"Lin Zhiqing, are you home?"

He stood respectfully at the door and called out, "Could you please come out for a moment?"

Lin Jingyu, who was about to go out to feed the chickens, felt uncomfortable when she heard his voice.

Although I didn't want to pay attention to the other person, I knew I couldn't arouse their suspicion.

She came out and casually asked, "Tian Zhiqing, what do you need me for?"

"Lin Zhiqing, I'm sorry to bother you."

Tian Danxiong spoke politely with a gentle smile on his face. "I came back from the county town and bought some meat. I wanted to make braised meat, but I forgot to buy some braising spices."

I wanted to ask Lin Jingyu if you still have any braising spices at home. If so, could you sell me some?

"A spice packet."

Lin Jingyu put down the chicken feed in her hand. "Tian Zhiqing, wait a moment. I think I used some last time and I think I still have some left. I'll get it for you."

"Yes, please."

"You are welcome."

Lin Jingyu quickly went inside and took out a spice packet from the kitchen.

He handed it directly to him, saying, "A spice mix isn't worth much; Tian Zhiqing, take it back and use it."

"Using things without paying is like taking advantage of someone."

Tian Danxiong chuckled and joked, "Looks like I need to give you something to thank you for."

"Need not."

Lin Jingyu waved her hand, "We're all educated youth, it's nothing to help out with a little bit of work."

"Tian Zhiqing, you go back to your work. I need to feed the chickens too, so I won't chat with you anymore."

"Okay."

Holding the spice packet, Tian Danxiong called out to her retreating figure, "Lin Zhiqing, thank you."

"You're welcome."

Lin Jingyu felt a toothache.

This Japanese guy is being too polite.

He had just returned to the front courtyard of the former educated youth compound when a shy yet charming young girl stood not far away. Seeing him, her face lit up with joy, "Tian, ​​the educated youth~"

"Comrade Zhang?"

When Tian Danxiong saw Zhang Zhaodi, a smile spread across his handsome face. "What brings you here? What can I do for you? Or is there anything I can help you with?"

"No, nothing."

Zhang Zhaodi blushed and whispered in response, "I just went up the mountain to chop a load of firewood and brought it to you."

"real?"

Tian Danxiong's smile remained unchanged as he walked up to her without her noticing. "Why are you coming up the mountain at this time? It's so cold. What if you get frostbite?"

"No way."

Hearing these words of concern, Zhang Zhaodi smiled happily and said, "Don't worry, Tian Zhiqing, I'm used to doing these kinds of work and I won't hurt myself."

"What a silly girl."

Tian Danxiong chuckled and shook his head, his tone as gentle as water, "I can't let you chop firewood for nothing. I'll give you the money later, consider it as me buying your firewood."

“No need to pay.”

Looking at the pale, handsome face before her, Zhang Zhaodi said with some heartache, "Tian Zhiqing, your health isn't very good. From now on, I'll chop your firewood for you."

"That won't do."

Tian Danxiong took another step forward and leaned slightly closer to her ear to speak, "I can't let you work for nothing. You still have to pay me. Otherwise, I'll feel bad about it."

"Tian, ​​Tian Zhiqing, I, I'll come find you again next time."

Zhang Zhaodi's face turned bright red, and she dared not speak to him anymore.

He turned and ran away.

Watching her disappearing figure, Tian Danxiong's smile vanished, and his eyes turned icy cold.

He quickly looked away and saw the firewood placed next to him.

His eyes flickered a few times, but he still moved the firewood to his designated spot and arranged it properly.

“Eh~”

Seeing the person gathering firewood, Zhang Wenxi couldn't help but ask, "Tian Zhiqing, you went up the mountain to chop firewood?"

"No."

Tian Danxiong smiled gently again, “When others help me chop firewood, I pay them for their labor.”

As you all know, my health isn't good, so this is the only way I can manage.

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