After Zhao Qingyan finished speaking, she didn't care how the women and children reacted.

Anyway, she's opened the door; whether they can get out or not is not her concern.

After wandering around the mountain village for a while, they found a place where the grain was hidden in a very secluded spot.

This unconsciously reminded Zhao Qingyan of the saying "a cunning rabbit has three burrows".

As Zhao Qingyan had predicted, about fifteen minutes later, people from the convoy began to arrive from the foot of the mountain.

Seeing the bandits bound like dumplings all over the courtyard, they were at a loss for words to express their admiration.

I never imagined that this seemingly frail-looking boy would have such high combat skills. He wiped out an entire village by himself.

"Uncle, shouldn't we send someone to the nearest government office to report to the authorities and have them take over these bandits?"

Killing him outright would be fine, but it would be rather disgusting.

"It would be more valuable to send them all to do hard labor in the mines."

Cheng Yidao was stunned by Zhao Qingyan's words. How could she say something so horrific? Going to work as a laborer in a mine? How could she say that?

Everyone knows that working in a mine is a life-or-death struggle; almost no one comes out alive. If we're talking about toxicity, this kid is the most toxic.

However, he no longer dared to underestimate Zhao Qingyan, and he listened to her every word. So he sent the best rider to the government office to report the news.

Now there's another problem: now that they've reported it to the authorities, these people have to stay put.

They could only leave after the government took over the area, which delayed their journey.

Just as Cheng Yidao was struggling with his decision, a sound came from the backyard, a loud, clattering sound, and faintly accompanied by crying.

Just as someone carrying a knife was about to go to the backyard, Zhao Qingyan stopped him.

Then she went into several rooms, and came out of each room carrying a pile of clothes.

Finally, they gathered all the clothes together and carried them to the backyard, while having the caravan members turn around so their backs were to the yard.

About fifteen minutes later, several women and children came out of the backyard one after another.

One look at their ill-fitting men's clothing and you know what they've been through.

Upon arriving in the courtyard, the women and children first kowtowed to Zhao Qingyan in gratitude for saving their lives.

Upon seeing the bandits bound like dumplings, the women became agitated.

He grabbed whatever was on the ground and started hitting the bandits, not even sparing the tied-up old women and other women.

Cheng Yidao was a little puzzled.

"Young Master Zhao, why are they attacking those women?"

Zhao Qingyan sneered.

"Not everyone who wears clothes is human. Those women, who are either the mothers of bandits or the women of bandits, have bullied these girls quite a bit."

So they deserved to get beaten up.

Cheng Yidao said "Oh," indicating his understanding; he really deserved it.

What's this called? Heaven is watching what people do; retribution may be delayed, but it will come. Look at them now, aren't they all getting their just desserts?

The women really went all out; in no time, both the unconscious and conscious bandits were covered in blood, the scene was extremely bloody and disgusting.

Zhao Qingyan saw that the women had vented their anger enough.

Although these bandits committed all sorts of evil deeds and harmed them, it's still not worth it for them to have nightmares again because of the lives they've taken.

Zhao Qingyan stopped everyone.

"That's the kitchen over there. There's rice and noodles inside. Go and cook some rice first, and eat your fill."

Also, see that box? There's some silver in there. Each of you should take twenty taels for yourself. As expected, the government should send people to take over this place tomorrow.

"Do you want to leave on your own, or wait for the government to take over and then leave with them?"

One of the women, being the bolder one, stepped forward and said,

“Young master, you saved my life and are my benefactor. I want to stay by your side and serve you like a slave.”

This sentence was like stirring up a hornet's nest.

Aside from the innocent child, the other women also knelt down before Zhao Qingyan, saying they wanted to serve her like slaves.

Zhao Qingyan frowned slightly. It wasn't that she was narcissistic; with her current face, she definitely had the charm to seduce young girls.

In novels, it's always said that if your savior is good-looking, you'll repay them with your body; if they're not, you'll be their slave in the next life.

Why does he suddenly want to be treated like a slave, still wanting to stay by his side?

No, these girls are all up to no good. Zhao Qingyan doesn't think she can bear the thought of them turning their love into hatred once they find out she's a woman.

"Everyone, get up. I was just helping you out, you don't need to be so polite. Besides, my family has plenty of cattle and horses, and we can't afford to feed all of you."

I think you should all go home or stay with your relatives. I have things to do and can't take you with me.

The boldest girl spoke again.

“My benefactor may not know this, but my family has strict rules of etiquette, and we place great importance on the reputation of women.”

Even if I went home, my grandfather would surely either make me hang myself or send me to a nunnery to end my remaining years.

Fanghua doesn't want to die; she only wants a place to stay, and she begs her benefactor to grant her wish.

The women launched into a tirade, each sharing their grievances. None of them seemed inclined to go home.

Zhao Qingyan felt a bit overwhelmed.

"What skills do you all have? Can you embroider?"

The women nodded in agreement.

Zhao Qingyan thought about it for a moment,

"Since you are unwilling to go home, then wait until the county government officials arrive tomorrow to reissue your household registration documents."

I'll find a security escort agency to take you to Dongfang Embroidery Shop in Qingyang County.

The manager there will take you in. From now on, work hard at the embroidery shop and you can earn a living for yourself.

The woman, who called herself Fanghua, was pleasantly surprised.

"My benefactor, will that embroidery shop really accept us?"

Zhao Qingyan smiled and said,

"Yes, I will write you a letter later and you can take it with you. The person in charge will make arrangements for you when they see it."

And these children, those who can go home can go home, and those who can't go home will come with you to the embroidery shop. The manager will take them to the orphanage.

Okay, the women stopped crying.

Zhao Qingyan also felt much more relaxed. Fortunately, these women just wanted a place to stay, not to seduce her.

Cheng Yidao had been observing from the sidelines, and he had a rough idea of ​​what was going on.

That Dongfang Embroidery Shop has some collaborations with us, and the embroiderers there produce quite remarkable works.

Cheng Yidao had a rough idea of ​​who owned the embroidery shop, but he still found Zhao Qingyan's behavior strange.

Finally, his gaze unconsciously fell on Zhao Qingyan's Adam's apple. Zhao Qingyan felt Cheng Yidao's scrutiny, and a single glance from her made him cough in fright.