"Li Qin, I'm entrusting you with the task of cooking for this group of people. Go and select some people to be in charge of cooking from now on."
Chenxi was overjoyed. My cooking squad was established, and I even had a cooking squad leader!
Li Qin's eyes were bright. She dared to stand up because she wanted to have the opportunity to stand in front of others and stop her grandparents, father, and siblings from being bullied.
"As for who to choose, that's entirely up to you. They must be efficient and good cooks. If anyone dares to find fault, you can report it to me for handling!"
"yes."
Li Qin breathed a sigh of relief; she had done the right thing.
After Li Qin went downstairs, she discussed the selection of personnel with her family. Chen Xi looked at Di Yingxue and said, "Sister Yingxue, you can just follow me. Don't worry about anything else for now. Just listen to my instructions!"
It's not advisable for Di Yingxue to have too much contact with others for the time being. After Shen Xi shouted those words through Zheng Yang, the expressions of the people in Qingshui Village showed that Di Yingxue had other matters to attend to, which would be discussed after they were completely resolved.
"Okay." Di Yingxue didn't say another word.
"Qing'er".
Shen Qing was very excited when she heard her older sister call her: "Big sister."
"Qing'er, go and select a few people to be in charge of teaching others to read. Don't slack off!"
Everyone in the Shen family is literate; even the three-year-old little sister can recite a few lines of the Three Character Classic.
Through observation and memory, Shen Xi learned that Shen Qing was a very shy girl, but she was extremely strong. However, because of her mother's scolding, she never dared to show her overwhelming strength in public, which made her somewhat introverted. Even when she was bullied, she did not dare to fight back.
Throughout the fights she was forced into, she dared not use her full strength. This time, Chenxi gave her an opportunity to change her personality.
Shen Qing was both excited and timid: "Big sister, I... I'm afraid I won't do it well."
Shenxi patted her head: "Qing'er, don't be afraid of not doing well. You have to dare to do it. Our Shen family's children can't be pushovers. They have to dare to speak and act!"
Shen Qing looked up and saw her older sister's encouraging gaze, which invigorated her. In the past two days, she had witnessed her older sister's prowess and, while admiring her, also wanted to become like her.
"Yes, I will follow your instructions, elder sister!"
And so, literacy classes have started! She can't tolerate such a high illiteracy rate. Who knows what will happen in the future? But people who are both literate and skilled will always have a better chance of survival.
"Zhao Rong." Shen Xi called out to Zhao Rong, who was not far away.
"exist."
Zhao Rong stepped forward; he had been eagerly awaiting Shen Xi's instructions.
"From now on, you will be in charge of everyone's martial arts training. Remember, everyone. You will train every night. As for how long the training will last, you can decide based on each person's physical condition, but don't overdo it!"
"yes!"
The reason why Zhao Rong was chosen to do this task, rather than Zheng Ankang who was more skilled in martial arts, was mainly because their approaches were different.
These hunters, like Zhao Rong, use simple methods, mainly killing animals and hunting, which are more suited to modern jungle life.
Zheng Ankang follows the orthodox martial arts path, which requires a very solid foundation in martial arts, and is not suitable for the current situation. Of course, if there are any promising talents among them, he can be trained separately.
With Zhao Rong as our instructor, we'll be able to fight even if we encounter ferocious beasts in the future.
As for who Zhao Rong would choose to assist him in teaching, that was Zhao Rong's own business.
After arranging these matters, Shen Xi lowered her head and pondered. Talented people were scarce, and she still had things that needed to be done, but it was difficult to find suitable candidates.
Seeing that Chenxi didn't speak for a while, Fifth Uncle thought she was tired and said softly, "Xiaoxi, you must be tired. Rest for today. If there's anything else, you can deal with it tomorrow!"
Shenxi shook his head and asked, "Fifth Uncle, do you know who is the most meticulous, upright, good at accounting, literate, and has a strong personality?"
Fifth Uncle laughed: "Yes, your Eighth Uncle is one!"
"Eighth Uncle?" Shen Xi remembered that there was an Eighth Uncle, who was said to be an accountant, but she didn't know anything about his character or personality.
Fifth Uncle nodded: "Your eighth uncle, I watched him grow up since he was a child. He used to be an accountant in the provincial capital. He is knowledgeable and experienced. I can guarantee his character. He is definitely not a slick person."
As for the former village chief, Uncle Wu's character is beyond reproach, so the people he recommends should be quite good.
This eighth uncle is named Shen Rongxuan. He is the fifth uncle's cousin, but he is more than twenty years younger than the fifth uncle. He is now almost forty years old. He is tall and big, and speaks in a steady and measured manner.
Shen Xi was very satisfied with Shen Rongxuan who had come to stand in front of her. She hadn't even noticed his demeanor at first glance.
"Uncle Ba, I'm really in trouble with you this time!"
Shen Rongxuan smiled broadly: "Xiaoxi, you're too kind. We're all just trying to live. We're so grateful to you for leading us on this path. If you need anything, just let me know and I'll do it."
Shenxi laughed and said, "Then I won't stand on ceremony with Uncle Ba. I want Uncle Ba to be in charge of logistics. From now on, all the food will be managed by Uncle Ba. If we get anything else in the future, Uncle Ba will have to manage it. So many people's food, drink and toilet needs will all be taken care of by Uncle Ba."
Don't underestimate this logistical work; if it's not done well, it will definitely cause chaos.
Shen Rongxuan did not refuse and readily agreed.
Shenxi smiled and said to Zhao Rong, "The capable should do more. You are not only responsible for teaching martial arts, but you are also in charge of managing all the able-bodied men here. You should select a group of men to be the vanguard. No matter what happens, the able-bodied men in the vanguard should be at the forefront."
Zhao Rong did not refuse. At this time, refusing would be a disrespect to the leader's approval. Since the leader has approved of you, of course you should do more to show your abilities.
Then Chenxi announced the results of all the appointments, letting the team leaders choose their own people and report back to her after they had made their selections.
The crowd immediately surrounded the team leaders. If they were chosen, it would prove they were capable; if they weren't, who knew what they might be assigned to do.
Shen Xi ignored all of that. She watched with amusement as Shen Qing was surrounded and looked helpless, thinking to herself, "Qing'er still needs more training!"
After all, Shen Qing is in charge of academics. Being chosen by her proves one's ability and makes one a scholar among this group!
Shenxi glanced at Di Yingxue and beckoned her to a quiet spot—her bed. Yes, Shenxi now had the first outdoor bed of this era, pieced together from that carriage. Some people are insightful and quick-witted, and they built this bed for Shenxi.
Shen Xi sat down on the bed with satisfaction, patted the bed board, and gestured for Di Yingxue to sit down.
Di Yingxue felt uneasy, but she eventually sat down with the child in her arms.
Children are easily disturbed; five- or six-year-olds are already asleep.
Chenxi smiled and said, "Put the child down. He'll be more comfortable sleeping there. Just put him with my little sister."
Shen Yue had already fallen asleep, lying on the makeshift bed, sleeping soundly.
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