nt officials would be. These wastelands were of little use to them anyway.Fang Jinshu hurriedly asked, "What if it's buying wasteland"Wang Cunzhang was truly stunned."What did you say You want to buy...Fang Jinxiu had a sincere desire to cultivate her younger brother's abilities. The boy was naturally intelligent and a good candidate for studying. It would be a shame if he gave up his studies halfway because of these trivial matters.

"Alright, I'll continue to study hard with Mr. Qin."

Mu nodded, "Good boy, just listen to your sister-in-law's arrangements. When you grow up, there will be plenty of work for you to do at home."

Zong Bai nodded, seeming to be persuaded.

Yu Lian followed suit with a giggle, but the meal ultimately managed to silence everyone. They thought the hard days were over, but it had just begun.

The benefits of hurrying up with the construction of the manor weren't just these. After dinner, Fang Jinshu told Mu Shi and the others about some defense-related issues.

If the world truly descends into chaos in the future, and this small village becomes a paradise hidden from the world, how can we protect this haven

Even though Nomura's location is well-concealed, it has interacted with the outside world over the years, so it's not unknown.

The manor was built to better protect the family and the safety of the village. It can be said that the manor is the village's bulwark; without it, no matter how good things are in the village, they cannot be protected.

Hearing this, Zong Yu suddenly said, "Starting tomorrow, I want to cultivate a group of people who are loyal to me."

Fāng Jǐnxiù frowned. "From the village"

Zongyu shook his head. "From the villages we passed through."

Looking for someone outside

"Isn't the risk a bit too high"

Zong Yu said expressionlessly, "If they want to live, they have to sign a servitude contract with me, a death contract."

Fang Jinshi was stunned. She had forgotten that there was such a thing as a death pact in this world. Once signed, one's life would be completely handed over to the master. Even if the master killed them, the government had no right to intervene.

This is the harshest kind of sale contract, and the price for buying and selling is relatively higher.

Zong Yu went out to collect those who were about to die and brought them back to sign the death pact. Not only did he save a lot of money, but he also got a group of the most loyal and trustworthy subordinates who would never betray him.

Fang Jinshui nodded. "Okay, then I'll leave the matter of cultivating the hospital to you."

Zong Yu hummed in agreement. This was precisely in line with his previous idea of cultivating his own people.

He glanced out the door, "People Zhao Xingzhou sends, can't be trusted easily."

Fang Jinxiu smiled. Of course, she wouldn't completely believe outsiders, but how did she feel that A Yu was going out to sign a death contract as a slave back, and his purpose didn't seem so simple

She leaned close to Zong Yu's side and whispered, "A-Yu, are you still eating Zhao Xingzhou's vinegar"

Zong Yu blushed and turned his head away, "No."

Still putting up a front.

She can't stand having two Zhao Xingzhou by her side, and she even needs to go dig up more.

"Really not jealous" The previous conversation was a bit too heavy, making the whole family unable to laugh.

Fang Jinxiu wanted to adjust the atmosphere, so she playfully poked Zong Yu's face.

Zongyu didn't want to avoid it, but he was also shy. After being poked twice by his wife, his ears turned red, and his wheat-colored cheeks slowly flushed with a blush.

Fang Jinxiu's heart skipped a beat. "Oh my, how can there be such an unfeeling man in this world"

When there are other people around, he's innocently sweet as pie. The moment the door closes, though, he transforms into a passionate beast, driving you wild!

Fang Jinshui was just taking advantage of the fact that his mother and siblings were there, so Zongyu didn't dare to do anything to him. He teased him relentlessly.

Under this suffocating drought, the only solace one can find is in self-entertainment.

Everyone in the family was amused by Zong Yu's embarrassed look. They had never seen their eldest brother so flustered before.

Your sister-in-law is really amazing. Back then, no one dared to touch your older brother like that.

"Haha, so even Big Brother can blush." Yulian laughed out loud, but when Zong Yu gave her a glare, her laughter choked in her throat and she wilted.

"Ahem! Well, it's getting late. I'm going to bed now."

Soon the room emptied, Zong Yu's gaze landed on Fang Jinxiu. Now it was Fang Jinxiu’s turn to have no smile, she nervously clutched at her collar.

"Well, well, A-Yu, let's talk this out properly."

Before he could finish his words, the next second, Zong Yu picked him up and carried him on his shoulders.

"I was wrong, I was wrong!" Fang Jinshi hurriedly pleaded for mercy. Zong Yu didn't say anything, just patted his wife's buttocks lightly.

"Will I still be hired in the future"

Fang Jinshi blushed and shook her head frantically.

Based on past experience, if she still wants time to sleep tonight, it's best to flatter the man right now and agree with whatever he says.

Zongyu returned to the room and put the person down. He pinched Fang Jinxiu's face and smiled at her.

"Good boy, but there's still punishment to be had."

As soon as the man spoke, a short gasp of surprise, tinged with both shyness and resignation, came from Fang Jinshu.

Three young girls outside blushed and quickly walked away.erson a lesson.""But we are just two children. He is a high-ranking official in the court now. We have no way to deal with him, let alone avenge Grandmother.""Yuánbǎo, go back with your brother and do...