Chu Fan was very curious about why an old man he had just met would generously give him mushrooms and wild vegetables. After all, Chu Fan had been a farmer on Blue Star, and he felt very close to the old man's "simple" attitude. It was as if he had returned to his hometown and felt the pure mutual help and care among the villagers.

The old man was willing to give Chu Fan the mushrooms and wild vegetables he had painstakingly picked. It was a deep emotion that could not be expressed in words. This emotion was not just because of the exchange of material things, but also a kind of spiritual communication and mutual understanding.

Of course, it’s not all well-intentioned. In fact, there are two reasons for this situation.

On the one hand, women like Chu Fan and Mu Xi were dressed very gorgeously and looked different. Their clothes revealed an aristocratic atmosphere, and Chu Fan talked to him so casually, which made the old man feel respected.

The old man thought Chu Fan was a good young man who was not only well-dressed but also humble in attitude. Therefore, he was willing to give him the mushrooms and vegetables he had picked with great effort as a token of his appreciation, hoping that this gift from nature could express his gratitude.

Another aspect is that mushrooms and wild vegetables are not worth much money, but if they can leave a little impression in the heart of a noble person like Chu Fan, then perhaps one day in the future, this meager gift can be exchanged for unexpected rewards.

The old man is well versed in the ways of the world. He knows that in interpersonal relationships, a little kindness can sometimes start a long-term friendship, and may even become an opportunity to change one's destiny at a critical moment in the future.

Of course, even if he didn't get any response from these mushrooms and wild vegetables, the old man wouldn't feel the slightest bit disappointed, because these items were originally picked in the mountains, and he didn't spend too much time and effort on them. As for those items that could be sold, he had already sold them long ago and would never have kept them until now.

You should know that if a person needs help from others in the future, he or she must first suffer some small losses in the beginning, so as to gain the favor of others and have the possibility of receiving help from others in the future. If you are too picky from the beginning, how can others be willing to lend a hand?

Of course, some might argue that the other party might not complete the agreed-upon transaction after obtaining your property. In this case, the problem may lie in how you initially selected and evaluated the other party.

Furthermore, if you place too much trust in a complete stranger and give him or her too much money all at once, this can actually create unnecessary risk for both parties. Because the foundation of trust isn't strong at that point, both parties will be concerned about whether the other person is setting them up for a trap. After all, the one giving the money is afraid the other person will run away, while the one receiving the money is also concerned about being exploited.

The process of building trust between two people who originally didn't know each other usually starts with some seemingly insignificant interactions. Over time, as both parties begin to understand each other, they slowly begin to let down their guard and gradually build a true trust relationship.

Of course, these views are just the personal opinions of Chu Fan, an ordinary citizen. He actually has no chance to come into contact with those people with high social status and great influence. Therefore, Chu Fan does not have a clear understanding of the inner thoughts of these big people and their behavior.

But Chu Fan knew in his heart that if he had been lucky enough to get help from a noble person when he was on Blue Star, then his life might not have been so difficult, and he would not have to go through so much hardship and effort and finally die suddenly in bed and travel to this world.

Of course, these are just some of Chu Fan’s memories and insights. After all, in this complex world, everyone has their own goals and pursuits, their own dreams and plans.

In real life, it is impossible for everything to go according to one's wishes. Everyone has to face various challenges and difficulties, and needs to work hard and strive continuously to achieve their goals.

Chu Fan gazed tenderly at the kind old man before him. The fresh mushrooms and lush green vegetables in his hands made him feel warm. He smiled and politely said to the old man, "Grandpa, you've painstakingly gathered these wild vegetables and mushrooms in the mountains. It must have taken a lot of effort. How can I accept these precious gifts from you?"

Although Chu Fan was tempted to accept the mushrooms and wild vegetables from the old man, he knew that as someone he had just met, accepting a gift directly might seem a bit abrupt and might even give the impression that he had ulterior motives. Therefore, he had to decline appropriately to show courtesy and respect.

As for why Chu Fan wanted to take the mushrooms and wild vegetables from the old man, it was because Chu Fan believed that he was now capable of repaying this favor. If the old man needed his help in the future, he would lend a helping hand without hesitation.

After hearing Chu Fan's words, the old man waved his hand, seemingly unconcerned with Chu Fan's refusal. He responded in a relaxed tone, "Ah, young man, these things are just a piece of cake for me, it's really no big deal.

There are so many mushrooms and wild vegetables in the mountains. My family picked up a lot of them. We can't eat them all, and it would be a waste to take them back. If you don't mind, please accept them. Just consider it a small token of my appreciation."

Chu Fan still did not accept the old man's mushrooms and wild vegetables at this time. He politely responded: "Old man, do you think I am the kind of person who lacks these things? I appreciate your kindness, but I really feel embarrassed to take your things for free.

You should keep it for yourself, maybe you can sell it for a good price. If the old man gives me these mushrooms and wild vegetables to eat, and there is nothing to eat at home in the future, then it will be my fault. "

The old man said in a kind and elderly tone, "You are so polite, child. How can there be so many people in Wei who are starving? Although in some remote areas, some people may still have a hard time, this is Kaifeng City. Under your majesty's wise governance, the people have a relatively stable and comfortable life."

Furthermore, His Majesty has specifically instructed the government to teach the people how to grow the latest crops, namely the legendary sweet potatoes and corn. I heard that the yield of these two crops has increased several times compared to previous years, so everyone's life has become much better.