The wild boar hunted by Lianyi and the others gave the tenants on the farm a good meal of meat, which made them more energetic. They harvested all the crops before the end of the month, and then started the remaining processes such as threshing and drying.
Everything was going on in an orderly manner, and God was kind to him. The sun was shining brightly for ten days in a row. When Su Wu collected all the grain that the tenants should pay into the grain store, the autumn harvest was completely over.
What is left is some finishing work, which can also be completed by the husband and older children at home. The women have time and want to go to the nearby Liangshan Mountain before winter. Looking for some food, they mainly want to hunt some prey so that they can have meat to eat. They are reluctant to spend money to buy it, but they can still think about the ownerless prey on the mountain.
Lianyi naturally would not stop him, but only reminded Su Wu to let everyone entering the mountain go together and not be alone. After all, there are wild animals in the mountains.
"Miss is still thoughtful, I will tell them."
Su Wu nodded and said, every year after the autumn harvest, the villagers of the nearby Wenjia Village and their Zhuangzi Shang tenants would go to the mountains to stay for about ten days. What they could hunt all depended on their luck. In previous years, there were also injured people, but the temptation to eat meat was too great. , there are still people willing to take the risk into the mountains.
After the autumn harvest in Wenjia Village on the other side, some people gathered at the village chief’s house and talked about going hunting in the mountains.
"Village chief, this year we still have to organize people to go hunting in the mountains, not just to eat meat, but also to prepare for the coming year. The reason Wen Erniang was killed by a wild boar is because these animals have multiplied too much. It’s too fast. If we don’t clean it up, there will be more wild animals destroying our fields next year.”
A woman in her forties with a relatively serious appearance said.
"You are right. I have been thinking about this matter for the past two days. The autumn harvest just happened to be over. Soon someone will come to the village to collect tax grains. When this matter is over, we will organize the women to enter Once a mountain ”
Village Chief Wen is over 50 years old. He has a more ordinary appearance and has wrinkles around the corners of his eyes and nose. However, because he has been working in farming for a long time, his body is still quite strong, his eyesight is bright, and he has attended private school for two years. The villagers are still very Convince her.
So after she said this, the matter was basically settled, and then someone went down to notify that at least one person from each household should contribute. After all, if you want to eat meat, it is impossible for you to not contribute.
Of course, if he really doesn’t want to help, the village chief won’t force him. If he wants to eat meat, he can just spend money to buy it. The money gained will be regarded as emergency money for the whole village. It is fair and equitable, and the villagers have no objection.
After Wen Zhaoming received the news, he weighed it for a long time and decided to join the hunting team himself.
At first, there were only him and his sister in their house. If he didn't go out, he would have to spend money to buy meat. If people knew that he had money, those with evil intentions would stare at him. If he doesn't let go, even if he has money in his hand now, he can't use it.
Secondly, during the autumn harvest, because he was a brother and his family had no land, he did not participate in the autumn harvest. He also hunted some prey in the mountains. Some people had already suffered from pinkeye, so he did not want to be too high-profile.
San Lai was organized by the village this time, and it was considered a major event for the village. He had to contribute neither money nor efforts. As time went by, the villagers' compassion for the brothers and sisters was completely worn away, and they would receive even less care. .
After all, there are hundreds of people in the village, and it is impossible to take care of their brothers and sisters all the time. They have hands and feet and can support themselves. After thinking about it, Wen Zhaoming went to sign up. The village chief was a little surprised:< br>
“Brother Ming, this trip takes a long time, can you keep up with the team?”
“Village Chief Auntie, my archery skills are not bad, and I have been hunting in the mountains recently. There are some small things, but I don’t dare to go deep alone. This time I can go deep with everyone, maybe I can hunt good things, and my sister and I can have a good year.”
Wen Zhaoming stood there and said calmly.
"What about your sister? You can't leave her alone at home!"
The village chief continued to ask.
"I will ask my neighbor Wen Wubo to help take care of Yueyue for a few days. When I come back, I will give a piece of meat to Wubo."
Before coming, Wen Zhaoming had already told his neighbor Well, Uncle Wen has a good temper, mainly because he has meat to catch, and anyone will be willing to let him go.
"Okay, since you have already made a plan, just follow along."
The village chief finally nodded, and it was not easy for the child.
After receiving the approval, Wen Zhaoming also breathed a sigh of relief. , then returned home and explained to his sister.
Wen Zhaoyue was obviously a little unhappy, pouting and said:
"Brother, can you not go?"
"Then do you want to eat meat?" "Yes!"
"Then brother must go, otherwise you won't be able to eat meat."
"But I I heard from Uncle Wu that it is very dangerous in the mountains."
Wen Zhaoyue said, blinking her dark eyes.
"It will definitely be dangerous if I go alone, but this time I am acting with the villagers, so it is much safer, but you have to stay at Uncle Wu's house until I come back."
Wen Zhaoming explained patiently.
"Can I wait for my eldest brother at home?"
"No, I don't worry about you being alone at home. What if my brother-in-law comes again?"
Wen Zhaoming said immediately.
"Then I will listen to my elder brother."
After the matter was finalized, Wen Zhaoming began to prepare for entering the mountains. He had to prepare weapons, food, clean water and warm thick clothes. But it's very cold.
In the early morning one day later, the village chief’s eldest daughter Wen Jiahong and two old hunters in the village led a team of forty people into the mountain with the first ray of light in the morning. After seeing off the women, Wenjiacun also returned to peace.
Lianyi had just had a few comfortable days here when the two waiters who came to deliver her winter clothes rushed to Sujiazhuang together with an uninvited guest.
Zi Yan and Zi Su had long faces, glaring angrily at Tang Zijun who was sitting in the carriage carrying quails, wanting to rush up and give him a slap.
"Some people don't know why they are so thick-skinned. They don't even spare those who observe filial piety, and they don't care about the most basic etiquette, justice and integrity."
Zisu said unforgivingly.
"Okay, just say a few words. He has to tell you whether he can see the lady!
If someone sees it, I don’t know how to arrange it. The two of us are usually close to each other. The lady who was serving her didn’t even bring one with her, which shows how much she cherishes her feathers. How can he not make her lose her head?”
Zi Yan was also very annoyed and lost her composure for the first time. Two sarcastic remarks.
"I"
Tang Zijun only said one word and his eyes turned red, as if he had been greatly wronged. Unfortunately, neither of them bought it.
Zi Yan winked at Zi Su, who understood and nodded. The carriage became quiet again, with only Tang Zijun's voice remaining. Unfortunately, no one took pity on him. As time went by, , he couldn't continue acting, so he could only peek at the expressions of the two people from time to time.
Three days later, when the carriage stopped at Sujiazhuang, Tang Zijun was so excited that he was about to get off the car when he was stopped by Zi Su, who said rudely:
"You It’s best to stay here honestly. You can go in when the lady wants to see you.”
"But."
"Shut up, don't make me hit someone!"
Zisu raised his fist directly, he was not afraid of the opponent.