The two exiled criminals from Wanjiacun Village must have had a long-standing grudge against Wanyou. On the day they returned, they were driven out by the villagers.
But they dared not confiscate the items. Each of them carried two large bundles and rushed to the county government office to "weep" and give their account.
The county magistrate received them on their behalf, arranged for the two to stay temporarily at the temple, and immediately sent someone to Wanjiacun to listen to Wan's opinions, while also sending someone to Fengjiacun.
Wan You simply couldn't believe that Fengjia Village would agree to take in the two of them. After all, they had made several attempts to cause trouble, but Fengjia Village hadn't allowed them to. Even getting involved in business with relatives and friends was forbidden for the people of Wanjia Village...
Just when he was annoyed by these two troublemakers, he was overjoyed to hear from the constable that they should have their household registrations changed.
Whoever wants to take them, who cares where they die!
After the procedures in Fengjia Village were completed, it was still not dark. After the relevant records for the transfer were supplemented, the county magistrate reported to the county magistrate.
The original plan was to let the two rest at the temple for a few days before reporting to Fengjia Village...
Unexpectedly, Magistrate Deng sent someone to inform the two to set off immediately and rush to Fengjia Village overnight.
Although Magistrate Deng felt that it was a bit too hasty, he still did as instructed.
The two arrived at Fengjia Village in the early hours of the morning. Not wanting to disturb the village chief and villagers, they took out their bedding and spent the night by the sea.
The next morning, the two packed a few things and then went to find the village chief's house.
Upon hearing this, the village chief sent his eldest son to find Ruan Qian.
Ruan Qian suggested that the two be temporarily settled in the stone house. Ruan Qian and the third brother went over to check that the luggage the two had brought was sufficient for simple survival, and then the second brother brought some food.
The two had barely settled in when a large group of people arrived from the direction of the village entrance.
The village chief led a group of people down to investigate, and Ruan Qian, the Song family, and the Fan family followed. They discovered that those who came were all newly registered residents of Fengjia Village.
Even just looking at their clothing and belongings, there are significant differences.
Some people travel by horse-drawn carriage, while others walk; they wear coarse linen clothes, not much different from those in Fengjia Village.
The villagers heard the commotion and rushed over.
The recent influx of people to the village, all visiting Village Chief Feng to request residency, has been witnessed by many villagers, who have brought gifts of various sizes...
Before Village Chief Feng could catch his breath and discuss the situation with the villagers, he was surprised that the group of people arrived so quickly.
The villagers, hearing that there were at least a hundred people on the other side, couldn't help but whisper among themselves.
Some villagers complained and whispered among themselves, "If the village's land is contracted out, how will we have enough money to distribute?"
Some villagers whispered that the village chief might have accepted bribes from them...
......
Ruan Qian stepped forward and suggested separating the two.
Village Chief Feng immediately identified himself and had his two sons lead the group to the place where he had discussed with Ruan Qian the day before, where they were settling the new villagers.
However, this address has not yet been discussed with the villagers, and we need to explain it to them and solicit their opinions.
Ruan Qian gestured for the Fan brothers to follow, as the other side had more people and they should accompany the Feng brothers.
Ruan Qian reminded him to have the third brother bring the two people in the stone house over as well.
Ruan Qian's eyes lit up.
This is going to be interesting!
After everyone left, the village chief explained to the villagers on the spot.
He frankly explained why he agreed to accept these people, his and Magistrate Deng's situation and considerations, as well as the registration and transfer of gifts to the county government.
The villagers, who had been somewhat agitated, calmed down a little, but were still worried that so many more people were now sharing the benefits that were originally supposed to be allocated to everyone...
The village chief will discuss with Magistrate Deng the proposed changes to the documents. Instead of distributing the land contract fees directly, the funds will be used for children's education, villagers' medical care, and opportunities to learn skills. The villagers are indeed thrilled!
Money can be earned through labor within a community, but medical care and children's education are clearly more beneficial.
Although they haven't realized how rare it is for them to learn a skill.
The villagers understood that they only agreed to accept these people after the village chief had made arrangements for their future. Fengjia Village was weak and couldn't afford to offend even the most powerful figures; if they refused outright, they risked offending everyone and making future business difficult...
But some villagers asked, "Village chief, these people have connections. What if they cause trouble or don't participate in village affairs?"
Other villagers chimed in, saying that honest, hardworking people like him would only think the worst.
Ruan Meng spoke up, "Since they have connections, why can't we use them to our advantage and sell what we've made?"
"Contributing to the village doesn't necessarily mean working hard all day. Everyone can use their strengths and achieve good results."
"Even if we take a step back and assume we have a grudge against anyone, as long as we expand our business, won't they be envious? Even if they are lazy and don't participate, we will still earn more for our efforts, and no one will give them an extra share. So what's it to us?"
The villagers nodded repeatedly. Ruan Meng reminded them, "However, now that they've been registered as citizens, it's a fact, and they're also people from Fengjia Village. Let's not hold any prejudices and get along well in the future."
"The fact that they are eager to come in shows that they have aspirations for life, just like us now, we all want to make a good living. When business stabilizes in the future and we are short-staffed, we will need other people."
"Besides, don't they know all sorts of people? Maybe if something happens in the village, they'll be able to help out."
The people of Fengjia Village admire Ruan Meng. She is capable, insightful, and knowledgeable in medicine. The changes that Fengjia Village has undergone are mainly due to her.
Ruan Meng said there was no problem, and the villagers felt reassured and stopped worrying.
Moreover, Ruan Meng had analyzed the pros and cons. It was simply a matter of having more people to share the opportunities for her child to study, receive medical care, and learn skills. These opportunities could be given to others.
The people of Fengjia Village felt relieved, but then Fan Zili suddenly ran back to report the news.
"Village Chief, Brother Ruan, Little Sister, something terrible has happened! Those people are about to start a fight!"
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