As they approached the Shen residence, they heard the people in front of them singing, "The imperial edict has arrived!"

Now everyone present knelt in the snow. The Shen family members lowered their heads and listened to the sound of their feet stepping on the snow as they slowly approached.

Then, a huge crowd blocked the light ahead. A familiar voice rang out, "I've heard what Mai Gaochan of the Northern Territory said, and I'm pleased. I know it's Shen Qing's doing, and I know we can defeat him. So..."

Listening to the contents of the imperial edict, no one knew how excited Chen Yan was. He was shouting in his heart: He, he could actually wait for the day when he would be cleared of all charges.

It’s a pity that he was old, so the emperor gave him an honorary title instead and allowed him to live out his life in peace.

Other officials who held official positions, such as Shen Yu, were reinstated as Tongpan of Hezhou, and Shen Han was appointed as the magistrate of Guanghe County. The status of Juren and Xiucai of several others were also restored, and they were specially granted a house in the capital of Hezhou.

Not only the Shen family was shocked by the news, but the other people who had originally planned to join in the fun were even more so.

They really didn't expect that the Shen family would be demoted to the northern border. They didn't know what crime they had committed. Thinking about the achievements of the Shen family in Ning'an Town, they thought that they must be good people. Aren't there many people who were framed and demoted to the northern border these days?

Who knows, their ancestors may have come here for this reason. Seeing that the Shen family can restore their official positions, what they worry about most is whether the Shen family will abandon them?

"Mr. Shen's family, have you not accepted the order yet?"

"Yes, I thank the Emperor for his grace!"

Chen Yan almost tightly grasped the bright yellow imperial edict in his hand, which seemed to weigh a thousand pounds. Only when he heard the congratulations from the people around him did he calm himself down and stand up to thank everyone for their congratulations.

"I really didn't expect that the Shen Mansion would be able to offset its mistakes and restore its original rank because of the high wheat yield?"

"Now we have officials we know. Old Master Shen, please don't forget us, your neighbors!"

"Will the Shen family move out of Ning'an Town because of this?"

Finally, someone couldn't help but express their concerns. It can be said that many people in Linyuan County are now working for Shen's. If they move away and shift their center of gravity, they will definitely be seriously affected.

Seeing everyone's worried expressions, Shen Jia originally wanted to stand up and explain.

Although this matter came very suddenly, she would not decide so quickly about relocating her workshop. Now this workshop can be said to be the base camp of Linyuan County. It has many functions and is not suitable for easy changes.

Unexpectedly, before her, Shen Yan stood up and said: "We all understand everyone's concerns. I am still an ordinary citizen. Ning'an Town is such a good place for retirement, so I will naturally not move away easily."

Then he turned around and looked at Shen Jia to ask for his opinion.

Shen Jia immediately stood at the front and explained, "As our Shen's most important workshop in Linyuan County, we will naturally not move away. Please rest assured that if possible, our Shen's would like to become a century-old store in Ning'an Town."

After hearing this, everyone felt relieved immediately, because Shen's every move was closely related to them.

When the crowd dispersed, the Shen family returned to the house and looked at the bright yellow imperial edict in Shen Yan's hand. Only then did they feel that everything they had just experienced was not a dream.

Looking at everyone's expressions, Chen Yan, the head of the family, said:

"Since His Majesty has made the arrangements, our Shen family will naturally obey. What I just said about settling in Ning'an Town was not an impulsive statement, but a decision made after looking back on the past. It is stable here and your junior brother will take care of us, so there will be no problems.

As for you two, since His Majesty has bestowed you with official positions, you should take up your posts as soon as possible. You must remember the eight-character motto I gave you when you were serving as officials. From now on, you should serve the people wholeheartedly and be cautious in your words and actions."

Because the Shen family has achieved good results in Hezhou Prefecture, Shen Yu originally wanted to take his family to settle in Hezhou, but now it seems that he can't stop his father's decision.

Now that the officials who have been reinstated have been arranged, the most eye-catching one is Shen Ci, because he is now a Juren. If he wants to participate in next year's examination, he should start preparing early.

Then it would be best to resign from the position within Shen's Workshop as soon as possible so that you can concentrate on preparing for the exam.

Seeing that the eyes of the whole family were on him, Shen Ci, who had long been accustomed to being stared at by many people, felt a little numb on his scalp.

Chen Yan looked at his silent grandson and asked, "So what's your decision now? You were supposed to take the imperial examination five years ago, but now you have the chance next year. You can decide for yourself whether to take the imperial examination or the workshop."

Although their Shen family had suffered a major setback in officialdom, after becoming familiar with the workshop's business, Shen Ci understood the role of power even more, and also understood why his sister Shen Jia chose to cooperate with the powerful Yan family.

For this reason, he had decided to help Shen Jia keep an eye on the rear. Now that he had the opportunity to take part in the imperial examination, he would never give it up.

Only with a backer could Shen Jia focus on his development, so facing everyone's gaze, he answered with a firm look:

"My grandson is preparing to participate in the imperial examination next year, which will be a testament to the training he has received over the past decade. As for the affairs of the workshop, I will discuss them carefully with Jia Niang and hand them over to others."

Shen Jia also said: "Of course, the scientific examination is more important. My granddaughter will manage the internal affairs of the workshop herself."

Hearing that the parties involved had their own plans, it was difficult for others to say anything. Therefore, the changes after the arrival of the imperial edict were all settled.

After all the affairs in Linyuan County were settled, the Shen family's eldest branch set out for Hezhou Prefecture.

The Shen family's grandparents, Shen Yue, and Shen Min continued to stay in the Shen Mansion in Ning'an Town, and the servants also stayed there. Second uncle Shen Han went to Guanghe County to take up his post, and he could go home to reunite with his family from time to time.

Because Chen Yuan and Fuqiu went to Hezhou earlier than them, Shen Jia wrote a letter asking them to help buy a few slaves and tidy up the mansion given by the emperor.

When the four arrived at the Chen Mansion in Hezhou, the house had already been cleaned and was waiting for the arrival of the owner.

Seeing Chen Yuan and Fuqiu accompanying a strange family to the house, the servants immediately understood that these people were their masters. They bowed their heads and greeted with greetings: "Master and Madam, Young Master and Young Miss, hello!"

The sounds that came one after another made Shen's mother feel infinite emotion. She hadn't felt this kind of scene for many years, and she was still a little unfamiliar and uncomfortable.

Shen Jia looked at Chen Yuan and his sister with concern and asked, "You two set out a month earlier than us. Now that you've bought a house, where are you living? And how is your progress with the caravan?"

"I used the savings my younger sister and I had accumulated over the years to buy another house near the Zhenwei Pavilion. If I had known that the young lady was living here now, I would definitely not have chosen that place.

As for the caravans, I'm still gathering information. There are quite a few caravans in Hezhou, and there's still a lot to learn."

"Once you've bought it, just settle down and feel at ease. If you have any important matters in the future, just come here and find me. As for the caravan, just keep it in mind. Although the caravan's affairs are urgent, we must proceed steadily and cautiously.

I'll probably be heading to Quanningwei soon to take care of some things. For the time being, please take care of yourselves. If you find yourself struggling to make a decision, please write directly to the coal shop in Quanningwei and I'll reply promptly."

Shen Jia naturally would not forget what she had promised Yan Xu. After dealing with the matters of Zhenwei Pavilion and the caravan in the next few days, she should go to Quanningwei to see if there is a suitable coal mine there.

The two were also a little surprised. Quanningwei could be said to be the place closest to the border. Most of the people stationed there were soldiers and military households, and the level of danger was also the highest.

It can be said that when the war broke out, the first place to be attacked was Quanningwei, and Shen Jia was going to Quanningwei. Both of them showed worried expressions on their faces.

It was still a cold winter day, and who knew whether the Xiongnu would attack at this time. Thinking of this, Chen Yuan advised:

"It's not even early spring yet, and the Quanning Guard in the north is the most dangerous. Jia Niang should consider this carefully."

"This time we are collaborating with the Yan family, so safety is naturally not a problem. You don't have to worry."

Cooperating with Yan Xu was no secret among the senior management of Shen Corporation, so the two of them felt relieved after hearing it. Yan Xu's name was so useful in the Northern Territory.

Just when Shen Jia was about to take Xu Zhao and the coal-carrying convoy to Quanningwei, she suddenly received a letter from the owner of Duobao Pavilion, asking her to wait at the city gate tomorrow and someone would escort her to Quanningwei.

This way she doesn't have to wait here for the coal transport team, and she will have special protection. It's a good choice.

But when she saw Yan Xu outside the window at the city gate the next day, she thought her eyes were blurry and asked doubtfully:

"Could it be that General Yan specially escorted us to Quanningwei? That would be a waste of his talent."

Looking at the fair face exposed through the window, Yan Xu's eyes were dark and unclear, hiding the undercurrent surging within, and the corners of his mouth were tightly pursed.

"It's on the way, and for such a distinguished guest, it wouldn't be a mistake for me to personally take the lead. Go! Let's go!"

Without waiting for Shen Jia and the others to react, he immediately urged the team to move forward. He also asked a guard to take over Xu Zhao's driving job, and then they drove all the way to their destination.

Following the soldiers forward, Shen Jiacai felt that she had experienced a long-distance journey in ancient times. Although she was riding in a carriage, she felt that it was more tiring than riding a horse, and her bones were almost broken by the shaking.

In addition, the further north you go, the more you see the scenery along the way, with the yellow earth covered in snow, never changing.

She felt that not only her body could not bear it, but her spirit had also suffered a certain degree of pollution.

Unable to bear the depressing atmosphere, Shen Jia leaned her head against the window frame and looked from back to front. Suddenly, she found Yan Xu riding a horse in front of her right.

He has a tall and majestic figure, and his profile looks as if it was carved by a knife or an axe. He has a heroic appearance. No wonder he is considered one of the most worthy men to marry by the women in the North even though he has an intimidating aura.

Perhaps Shen Jia's envious look of admiration was too much, Yan Xu suddenly turned around and stared in Shen Jia's direction.

Shen Jia was also frightened by this guilty look. He immediately raised his head and hid in the carriage. He quickly closed the curtain and pressed one side of the curtain with his hand to prevent it from fluttering in the wind and blocking the view from outside the window.

Xu Zhao was also startled by her sudden action and asked in confusion, "Is there something scary outside?"

Shen Jia couldn't say that he was caught peeping at a beautiful woman, so he forced himself to say, "The wind outside is a bit cold, so I just wanted to get some fresh air. It's a bit cold."

When Yan Xu outside saw this scene, the corners of his mouth curled up slightly, and then immediately returned to normal. If someone saw it, they might think it was an illusion.

He pulled the reins in his hand, slowing down the horse's pace, and gradually brought it to the same level as the carriage where Shen Jia and the others were.

In this way, they arrived smoothly at Quanningwei, a place managed entirely by the Yan family.

This place is close to the north, and the houses are more substantial than those in Hezhou. Almost no one goes out in this weather. The most popular place is the coal shop run by Shen Jia and Yan Xu. In the eyes of everyone in Ningwei, this is a must-visit place in winter.

The crowded crowd could be seen from afar, and it was only after Yan Xu introduced it to Shen Jia that he knew about it.

However, Yan Xu changed the subject and asked about the matter he was most concerned about, "What preparations should you make in advance before you go to explore the existence of the coal mine?"

"The fellow villagers who are most familiar with the local environment, and the guards who provide security."

Although there is a system, she cannot search for coal mines aimlessly, and she also needs something to conceal her tracks, otherwise Yan Xu is not an easy character to deal with.

Thinking of this, she looked up in the direction of Yan Xu, feeling the cold wind whistling past.

Seeing Shen Jia's cheeks flushed by the wind, Yan Xu shouted to Yan Zhou, who had been driving Shen Jia all the way:

“You take two people with you to protect Miss Shen these days. As for the fellow villagers, go directly to the local area to find them and follow Miss Shen’s instructions along the way.”

"Yes, General!"

Then the two teams parted ways. Yan Zhou looked at the delicate Shen Jia, thinking that she was the savior of his men, and immediately said:

"We've been so tired from the journey, and to prevent any problems with our health, Miss Shen, let's rest here for two days. After that, I'll bring over some fellow villagers who are familiar with the surrounding environment. Is that okay?"

"You guys take care of the arrangements."

Then Yan Zhou took the two of them to the inn to rest. Shen Jia couldn't help but fall asleep in her clothes when she entered the room. She only now realized that the space in her carriage was still too small and not even one person could lie down in it. She would have to modify it in the future.

“Knock knock knock!”

A knock on the door woke Shen Jia, who was about to fall asleep. She got up with her aching body and asked, "Who's outside?"