Sure enough, Yin Li said the next moment, "In the future, more and more people will join the manor. Why don't we build some courtyards on the low hill over there? That way, we won't have people who come but have nowhere to stay."

Without a second thought, Loxi agreed, but added, "It doesn't need to be built to be luxurious, just habitable. I don't think we'll be able to live here for very long anyway."

Yin Li's expression hardened: "What do you mean?"

Luo Xi took a small sip of tea before asking, "The Prefect of Nanyue already intended to use me as an example. Do you think Du Hong will let us off now that Wei Qing and a few others have joined the manor as rebels?"

"I'm afraid that in a few days, he will urge Zhu Da to take action against us. Once he does, Rong Bai's identity will not be hidden for long, and we will naturally not need to stay here any longer."

After all, it's more convenient to do anything in the county town, where there are already existing city walls and houses.

Yin Li had actually guessed this when she learned Wei Qing's identity: "It seems we need to make plans early."

"In particular, the army needs to be trained better, but unfortunately, we don't have anyone capable of taking on this important task."

Although she is quite capable at training troops, she might be lacking when it comes to leading thousands of soldiers into battle.

Luo Xi understood what he meant, but didn't say anything. She knew her own limitations very well.

Whether before or after the apocalypse, she had no experience in this area, so naturally she wouldn't be arrogant enough to mislead others or herself.

"Even Xiao Yi won't do?"

Yin Li hesitated for a moment, but still spoke the truth: "He has the talent of a general, but lacks the spirit of a commander."

Some things can't be achieved just because you want them to.

Xiao Yi was his good friend, and he actually hoped that he could rise to a higher level, but Yin Li also knew that Xiao Yi was only fit to be a general.

“You’re quite honest,” Rose laughed.

What she admired most about Yin Li was that he was quick-witted and could recognize the situation clearly.

"Since that's the case, why don't you work with him from now on? I think an excellent general plus a clever strategist is not much worse than an outstanding marshal, is it?"

“This…” Yin Li’s eyes lit up, very tempted: “But Manager Zhou can’t take over the civil affairs side.”

Luo Xi looked at him and reminded him, "Strategist, have you forgotten that a Wei Qing has just arrived at our manor? He is a county magistrate who is willing to be labeled a rebel for the sake of the people."

“I think no one is more suitable for this position than him, and the people will like him very much.”

Yin Li chuckled. Indeed, Wei Qing was a suitable candidate. To be honest, there weren't many people like Wei Qing who never forgot their original intentions. Even he himself had changed long ago.

Meanwhile, Wei Qing, after settling in, was also discussing this matter.

"What do you think the boss will tell us to do?"

They weren't going to eat and drink for free when they came to the resort.

Gu Yuan glanced at the group and guessed, "Probably just some trivial matters?"

"The manor isn't very big, and with a capable strategist like the advisor, we certainly won't need to do much."

"Could it be... that they'll make us farm?" Wen Hao's expression was strange as he recalled the illogical behavior of the head of the farm.

"..."

Everyone fell silent.

In the end, Gu Yuan suggested, "Brother Wei, why don't you talk to the chief and tell him that the weather is really not suitable for farming right now?"

Wei Qing was well aware of this, and just as he was about to speak, a woman's voice rang out from outside: "Is Young Master Wei here? The chief invites you."

When Wei Qing and the others came out, they saw that it was Liu, the chief's most capable maid: "It's Liu, I'll go over right away."

If I'm not mistaken, the head of the gang must have assigned him some tasks.

Liu Xiaoyu stepped aside and then said to the two people next to him, "Young Master Gu and Young Master Wen, shall we join you too?"

"Us?" Gu Yuan and Wen Hao were somewhat surprised, but immediately said with delight, "Please lead the way, maid."

Rosie invited all three of them at the same time after careful consideration.

She could tell that Gu Yuanwenhao and Wei Qing were the closest, and Wei Qing, being the kind of person he was, was unlikely to be a bad person.

"Alright, have a seat. Once everyone's here, we'll get started."

Wei Qing and the other two then realized that there were not only the three of them in the room, but also the Ninth Master who had saved them, the strategist Yin Li, the steward Zhou they had seen in the fields, and the last one was a tall, handsome young man who should be a military general.

How can such a small mountain village have so many people?

Just then, a loud, boisterous voice came from the back door: "Hey boss, don't you know I've been really busy lately? Why did you call me over?"

"You have no idea how annoying that Zhu Da is..."

Before he even arrived, a whole host of complaints burst into the lobby.

"What a cheerful person!" Wei Qing looked over in surprise, his eyes widening involuntarily. "Rong, Magistrate Rong?"

Isn't this Rong Bai, the notorious playboy of Nanyue County? What's he doing here?

Rong Bai wasn't surprised to see Wei Qing. His family's business was all over the place, and although their information network wasn't as extensive as that of the Red Mansion, it wasn't bad either. He knew a little about the Wei family's affairs.

Therefore, Wei Qing had already been told by his subordinates that he was coming to the manor with his men.

"Oh, isn't this Lord Wei? Welcome, welcome." He hopped over familiarly and hooked his arm around Wei Qing's neck.

Wei Qing was completely stunned: "Master, what's going on?"

Gu Yuan and Wen Hao were also stunned. So, Wei Qing wasn't the only official who had become an outlaw, and he was actually quite happy about it.

“It’s just what you think,” Luo Xi said. “Rong Bai and the Rong family are now on our side, but not many people know that yet, so don’t tell anyone.”

Wei Qing and the other two: "..."

This is truly unexpected.

"Don't worry, boss, we will keep our mouths shut."

Luo Xi then introduced Xiao Yi to the three of them. After exchanging greetings, they began to discuss business.

"I think you all know what status Wei Qing and his group had when they entered the manor."

"Then, once Du Hong gets the news, he certainly won't give up easily, and we may have to fight again."

Wei Qing looked ashamed once again: "Chief..."

Before he could finish speaking, Luo Xi interrupted, "And before that, Du Hong had long wanted to capture me. He not only gave Rong Bai orders repeatedly, but also sent Zhu Da to supervise the battle."

She looked at Rong Bai: "Zhu Da is currently living in the county government office, and Rong Bai is dealing with him."

The group instantly understood that regardless of whether Wei Qing came to the manor or not, they could not let things go peacefully with Du Hong.

Upon hearing Luo Xi mention Zhu Da, Rong Bai started complaining again: "Boss, when are you going to get rid of this guy? I'm so fed up with him."

Not only do they go to him every day to urge him to fight, but they also find fault with everything. Now, the servants in the manor all look miserable whenever they mention him.

“Of course it’s now, otherwise why would I call you over?” Luo Xi glared at him irritably.