Chapter 331: Group Departure

As the Yuan family's carriage continued to move forward, it passed by a bustling area of ​​stalls.

Their carriage did not stop, but the shouting came into the carriage.

"Is anyone going to Lingnan?"

"Come, come, gather here, form a team and go together--"

"We're leaving when the group is full. If you can't catch this one, sign up for the next one..."

"No cheating, no price deduction, the Black Mountain Caravan will keep you safe on your journey—"

The Yuan family didn't look outside, they were going to Jiangnan.

But many other pedestrians on the road were attracted by it.

There was an open area out of the forest ahead, and we could see many people gathering.

The busiest area had a dozen or so tables, with several large signs hanging next to them:

【Montenegro】

The refugees looked at—

Oh, this looks so familiar.

Before escaping from Chang'an, who among them didn't know about the Black Mountain Restaurant?

Even if you haven't eaten at the Black Mountain Restaurant, you have eaten at the Black Mountain Restaurant, which is good value for money.

Not to mention that they also bought Black Mountain tea, Black Mountain cloth, and Black Mountain ink.

Wow, who would have thought that I would see Heishan Mansion’s business even when I was on the run?

Su Zhizhi was holding a small flag in her hand, her face beaming with joy.

Qiu Jinyu made some changes and painted on her face, making her look a little different from usual.

At this moment, Su Zhizhi was wearing ordinary people's clothes and looked like a smart hawker.

When someone came to ask, she actively explained:

"We have three options: all from Chang'an to Lingnan. The first one includes food and accommodation, as well as a carriage, but it's a bit more expensive."

Yuan Caiwei and Wuzhen each held a large map and showed it to others.

Su Zhizhi pointed at the red lines drawn on the map with a small flag:

"The second option also includes food and lodging, but there are no cars or horses, so you have to walk. The price is very affordable."

"The third option does not include food, lodging, or transportation, and is the cheapest."

Someone asked: "Which one is the safest?"

Su Zhizhi said:

"No matter which one, we will protect everyone's safety and maintain order on the road, and we will definitely not go the wrong way."

Someone said, "What's the point of going to Lingnan? It's such a poor and remote place, you'll just be feeding insects there."

At this time, a woman next to him spoke gently:

"That's wrong. Lingnan also has many good things. If it weren't for the outstanding people and the beautiful scenery, how could it produce so many good things?"

"Lingnan has a warm climate, and it produces fruits and grains year-round. With a small population and abundant land, the rent is low. Wealthy families with property in other places don't need to go there, but those with no relatives or land at home can achieve great things in Lingnan."

Pei Shu's appearance has also changed slightly, and she looks less eye-catching, but her temperament is still outstanding.

Listening to her speak is a pleasure and makes people feel comfortable.

Su Zhizhi pointed to a banner hanging on the stall, which read:

Lingnan welcomes you all

"We in Lingnan welcome you. Once you arrive, we will allocate land and register your household registration."

Some people came to ask about the situation and then left.

Some people stayed and paid the fee because they valued the safety on the road.

"After paying the fee, go over there and report your name and the number of people, then get your number plates. Once we have all the people, we'll set off directly. There won't be any delays."

Su Zhizhi pointed at the crowd behind.

The people in Heishan Prefecture discussed it and decided that since so many people were heading south from Guannei Road and Gyeonggi Road, it would be better to lead some of them to Lingnan.

Murong Di sent someone to send a letter back to Lingnan to Governor Gu and County Magistrate Song, asking them to make preparations in advance to accommodate a large number of people.

During wartime, many people did not actually die on the battlefield, but died while fleeing and seeking refuge.

They wanted to keep these people as safe as possible.

Moreover, many of these people brought their belongings, money, and the best skills from the capital with them. If they settle down in Lingnan, they will definitely contribute to the prosperity of Lingnan.

It is both human capital and talent.

This is a great opportunity to "grab people".

It just so happened that the caravan that had come from Lingnan was about to leave. Some of the caravan were new villagers from Black Bandit Mountain, all of whom had practiced martial arts and could easily deal with ordinary bandits.

Therefore, a caravan that was familiar with the route and had guards was sent to take the people fleeing south from Chang'an to Lingnan.

Of course, they have to pay money, but the price they offer is not high and most people in Chang'an can accept it.

If you really have no money, you can mortgage your belongings or do odd jobs in the team to repay the debt through labor.

The Montenegro stall was bustling with people.

Everyone was busy, shouting, explaining the route, collecting money, writing number plates, and counting people...

I was so busy that it was almost dark.

Yuan Caiwei said, "I've met almost half of the people in Beijing today."

Wuzhen ate the pickled mustard greens buns he brought with him:

"Amitabha, so many people have escaped."

Wuzhen was originally chanting sutras with his master and fellow brothers, but when he went to the kitchen to fetch water in the morning, he met Qiu Jinyu and was invited to come and help.

Wuzhen was very grateful to Heishan Mansion for saving his master, and when he heard that it was a good deed and they were giving people directions, he immediately agreed.

Wuzhen was very busy at the stall, and anyone who had something to do and couldn't move away would ask him to take over.

Wuzhen ate the steamed buns and shared the pine nuts in his purse with Yuan Caiwei and Su Zhizhi.

The pine nuts still taste very fragrant.

When Su Zhizhi felt the fragrance bursting in her mouth, the scene of her conversation with Wuzhen on Ciguang Mountain flashed before her eyes:

"Wu Zhen, what a miracle, what a coincidence. You said before that you hoped people from the capital would go south, and now they really have all gone south."

Wuzhen's eyebrows stretched out in surprise:

"Amitabha, what a coincidence."

Pei Shu was sorting out the account books nearby, listening to a few half-grown children talking, with a gentle smile on her face.

How can there be so many coincidences in the world?

She looked up at the endless stream of people, her thoughts drifting away.

Before leaving the palace, she arranged some people.

Those people should have told the creditors about all the debts owed by the Queen, right?

…

Chang'an City.

The majestic palace was deserted.

Helian Shuchi rode his horse into the palace and went all the way to the largest palace on the central axis.

Magnificent and magnificent.

Her riding boots stepped onto the white jade steps, and she walked into the hall step by step, reaching the highest position.

Helian Shuchi sat down on the golden dragon chair with one foot on the imperial desk, looking down at everyone in the hall:

"Is this the chair of your Emperor Dayu?"

"It looks good, but it's a bit hard. It would be more comfortable if you put some animal skin on it."