My older brother said I'm invincible.

Chapter 46: Become famous
The farm was quite lively.

Zhang Sengyuan stood aside, completely bewildered by the situation.

The man had asked him to register, but he refused, saying he needed to meet with Sanlangjun in person. The man wasn't angry and told him to wait there. The two chatted for a few more minutes, and Zhang Sengyuan learned that the warrior in front of him was named Zhang Du, and that he was a close friend of Sanlangjun.

A moment later, another group of people rushed over, and as soon as they saw Zhang Du, they couldn't help but burst into tears.

Zhang Du seemed to be used to it, asking for names, addresses, and what had happened, which he then recorded.

Within an hour, three groups of people came.

The more Zhang Sengyuan looked at it, the more suspicious he became.

This looks more like they've come to the government to file a complaint!
After the third group left, Zhang Sengyuan finally couldn't hold back any longer. "Master Zhang, why are so many people coming to Third Master for help? Theft and thieves are one thing, but why are they coming to Third Master for the improper distribution of oxen in the village?"

Zhang Du gently shook his head.

His eyes were sharp, and he said unhappily, "The village chiefs and wardens are all used for guarding the village, leaving only the township officials. When the people encounter problems, they can't go to the township officials to report, and even if they do, they may not pay attention. If they don't come to Third Master, who else can they turn to?"

"It's only the first day, and including you, eleven people have already come to see Sanlangjun. They don't even know Sanlangjun; they've only heard of him once from others, yet they're still willing to come and ask for help. You can imagine how difficult their situation is."

Upon hearing his words, Zhang Sengyuan immediately clenched his fists. He was also somewhat indignant and subconsciously said, "Even if those scoundrels like the village head were here, they wouldn't care. They're all lackeys of the powerful, none of them are popular. The higher-ups set an example; if the higher-ups don't treat people like human beings, the lower-ups will too."

He said a few words unconsciously, then realized his mistake and quickly shut up.

Zhang Du suddenly stood up and stared intently at him.

Zhang Sengyuan was greatly surprised.

Oh no, I've said too much. Has my identity been discovered?
Just as he was about to explain something, Zhang Du suddenly slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "You're absolutely right!"

If that big beast doesn't even treat people like human beings, what chance do these little beasts have of treating them like human beings?

"We'll kill all these bastards sooner or later!"

Zhang Sengyuan was dumbfounded.

If he had any reservations before, he was now basically certain: Third Young Master had indeed rebelled!
This rebellion is so open and aboveboard that the government has even set it up!

Zhang Sengyuan and Zhang Du had much to say about these matters concerning ordinary people. Their backgrounds were remarkably similar: both came from well-off families who could afford education, but their families went bankrupt rapidly after the emperor ascended the throne, leaving them all alone.
The two chatted happily, just like old friends.

Dasang Village.

The village was unusually lively, with children running and jumping as they rushed towards the village entrance.

Almost all the villagers had gathered.

Li Xuanba rode his horse, with his knights behind him. Not far away, seven men, all wounded and bound, knelt on the ground, their faces pale. This group was the bandits who had extorted money from the village.

"Gentlemen, the thief has been caught, you need not be afraid."

He then looked at the old man in front of him and patiently comforted him, "Old man, the doctor has already bandaged your son's injuries. The rest is up to fate. Don't worry, he may recover."

The old man stood there blankly, somewhat at a loss.

Yesterday, a hunter from Mengcun came and, after exchanging some things, started talking about this soldier from Xinxiang.

There are four townships outside Guancheng City and one township inside the city. Changwu Township is located on the side facing Yeniu Mountain. It is the farthest from the county seat and is mostly connected to mountains, which leads to a constant stream of banditry. They have tried many methods, but instead of alleviating the problem, it has only gotten worse.

Dozens of villages in Changwu have suffered from this for many years, enduring untold hardships.

After learning about the "Third Young Master" from the people of Meng Village, the old man chose to risk angering the nobleman by seeking his help, just in case it worked.
He never expected it would actually work.

Moreover, the other party acted so quickly. After he led everyone to the bandits' hideout, those bandits who usually acted arrogantly were terrified and turned to run away. If they couldn't outrun them, they knelt on the ground and surrendered, begging for mercy.

The bandits probably had never seen a local militia consisting entirely of cavalry.

After catching the robber, he returned to check on his son's injuries and left some food for him.

The old man was at a loss for words; he had never met such a kind and benevolent person.

"Third Master! I will never forget your kindness!!"

"No need for that, we still have much to do, so I'll take my leave."

Li Xuanba led everyone away quickly.

The villagers escorted them all the way to the main road. Watching the knights disappear into the distance, the villagers finally relaxed and began to talk loudly, their expressions filled with excitement.

"This is a true benefactor!"

"As expected of the Prefect's son, to raise such a son, our Prefect must be a benevolent and virtuous man!" "Changwu Township is finally saved!"

The crowd chattered amongst themselves, seemingly forgetting the heavy corvée labor and taxes for the time being, and smiles appeared on their faces that had been absent for a long time.

The group headed towards the farm, and Li Xuanba seemed quite happy.

He enjoys helping others.

But after seeing the situation in the countryside, he couldn't laugh anymore. Many things in the countryside were worse than he had heard before, and the biggest problem was that 'no one cared'.

When the people encounter problems, no one cares. The old man just now was the village head of Dasang Village, but even he couldn't solve the problem. You can't even see those local officials.

"Old man."

Liu Chounu was taken aback. "My lord, what's wrong?"

"I want to learn to ride a horse."

"Alright, I will teach you how to ride a horse when we get back."

Why have conditions in the countryside deteriorated to this extent?

Li Xuanba suddenly asked a question that seemed to have no beginning or end.

Liu Chounu pursed his lips. "I don't know about that. If someone as learned as Third Master doesn't know, how could an old man like me know? However, it was like this in the past, so it's not surprising that it is like this now."

"past?"

"Yes. When I was born, the countryside was like this. Then, over the next few decades, many emperors came and went, and even the country changed, but it remained the same."

"But I heard that during the reign of Emperor Wen, the country prospered and the imperial court was wealthy."

"Maybe that's what they all say, but I've never seen it myself."

Li Xuanba slowly raised his head, seemingly talking to himself, "Things will definitely be different from now on."

The group moved quite quickly, and when they returned to the farm with the captured bandits, Zhang Du and Zhang Sengyuan, who had heard the commotion, were already standing at the door to greet them.

Upon seeing Zhang Sengyuan, Li Xuanba was overjoyed and immediately dismounted to greet him.

"These are also friends I've known in the city before!"

No one found it strange anymore; the young master seemed to prefer associating with people of humble origins.

The group entered the farm. The warriors went to rest, while Li Xuanba took Zhang Sengyuan's hand and led him into his own courtyard.

Just as he was about to exchange pleasantries, Zhang Du preemptively handed over the large list of people seeking help.

Li Xuanba sat in the seat of honor, glanced down at the scene, and was greatly surprised.

"There are so many?"

Zhang Du frowned. "My lord, I've asked around. The head of Changwu Township stays in the city all the time and never comes to the countryside to handle matters. The villagers can't find him at all, and they can't solve any problems they encounter."

"Previously, they wanted the villages to unite and form a force to patrol the area and eliminate bandits, but the person who proposed it was accused of treason and arrested. After that, no one dared to do it again, and the bandits here became increasingly unscrupulous."

Li Xuanba fell into deep thought.

"Everyone has just returned; how can they possibly have the energy to go out and do anything again?"

He thought for a moment, then looked at Zhang Du, "Senior brother, I still have to trouble you."

"Just give the order, my lord."

"Go into the city and find Wei Jun, and ask him to recruit some more men for me."

"it is good!"

Zhang Du left in a hurry.

Zhang Sengyuan, who was standing nearby, quickly said, "Young master, if you need manpower, I have some here."

Li Xuanba looked at him, his head throbbing even more.

There are just too many things going on right now.

There's still the issue of 'eight hundred people' that needs to be resolved!

(End of this chapter)