Traveling through the millennium: creating a prosperous dynasty with you

These people who were doing the hardest and most exhausting work had to endure merciless beatings and abuse from the supervisors every day. No one dared to look up at them. Xu Zhen keenly realized that these people were all honest, well-behaved poor people, and he couldn't help but feel sympathy for them. He gently pulled An Chen beside him and said in a low voice, "Look at these poor people. They are the people of Anguo. Look at their skinny bodies that are just skin and bones, but they still have to work hard day after day. Untie their ropes first and get them some food to fill their stomachs."

An Chen nodded his agreement without hesitation, and An Yi and Chen Xu untied the ropes on everyone's hands. Xu Zhen took out several large baskets of steaming meat buns from the space, as well as three oversized thermos buckets filled with thick and sweet porridge, and nearly 200 large bowls.

The tempting aroma of meat filled the air, and finally one person mustered up the courage to secretly raise his head and take a peek. However, after only a quick glance, he quickly lowered his head, as if he was too scared to take another look because he had been beaten before.

Seeing this, Xu Zhen quickly comforted them, "Don't worry, these foods are prepared for you."

More than 100 pairs of eyes looked at them blankly, then looked at the food, licked their cracked lips, and couldn't help swallowing their saliva.

Xu Zhen picked up a big bun and turned to hand it to an older man. The old man stared at the big meat bun with a look of desire, as if it was the most delicious food in the world. However, although his eyes were attracted by the bun, he still didn't dare to reach out and take it.

Xu Zhen sighed helplessly. She understood the fear and doubt in these people's hearts. So, she decided to reveal her identity to dispel their concerns. She said softly, "Don't be afraid, everyone. I am the Princess of Chen, and the one standing next to me is the King of Chen. We came here specifically to rescue you. Everyone, fill your stomach first. Only when you are full will you have enough strength to go home. Come on!"

Her voice was firm and sincere, hoping to give these frightened people some comfort and trust. After that, she smiled and handed the bun to the old man again, and motioned for others to eat as well.

The old man looked at the little girl in front of him with suspicion, wondering if the little girl was making fun of them! After a long while, he came to his senses and realized that the little girl had just said something important.

He slowly raised his head, stared at Xu Zhen, and asked with a look of disbelief: "Are you serious? Did the prince and princess...really come to save us? Are they kidding us?"

Seeing the old man's suspicion of her, Xu Zhen nodded firmly and answered decisively: "You are all already in such a miserable state, why should I make up lies to deceive you? Everything I said is true, we are indeed here to save you!"

Next to the old man was a burly man with dark complexion, thick eyebrows, big eyes, and a stubbled face. He frowned, turned his head to look at the old man and said, "Dad, I think what this girl said is very true. If they are not noble people of status, how could they come to such a deserted place to rescue us?"

Others also began to whisper. This little girl looked very young, but she had a righteous spirit that made people feel that they could trust her. The old man quickly pulled his son to kneel down. When others saw them kneeling, they followed suit.

"We, the common people, greet the prince and princess!" Everyone shouted in unison. The sound was so loud that it echoed throughout the dark room.

Xu Zhen felt a pang of pain as he watched them, each of them pale with hunger and shaky in body. However, at this moment, their cries were as deafening as thunder, as if they were about to break through the sky. From these voices, he deeply felt their deep desire for freedom, a desire that was so ardent and so firm.

Xu Zhen took a deep breath and said loudly: "Okay, fellow villagers, everyone must be starving. Come, fill your stomachs first, and we can talk later."

After that, she turned to look at the prince beside her, and the two exchanged glances. Then, Xu Zhen continued, "The prince and I have something that needs your help. Come and eat quickly." Her eyes swept over everyone, revealing determination and trust.

The old man and his son are well-known in this area for their skilled craftsmen, especially their iron-making skills. Unfortunately, they have been abducted and brought here for many years and have lost their freedom. Despite their predicament, the father and son have always helped and cared for everyone. Because of this, everyone is grateful to them and is willing to listen to the old man's advice.

The old man picked up a steaming big bun and ate it without hesitation. Unconsciously, a feeling of sadness surged in his heart and tears began to well up in his eyes. Finally, the big tears could no longer be held back and slid down his cheeks, just dripping onto the bun in his hand. The old man did not stop, but put the bun mixed with tears into his mouth, chewing and swallowing silently...

When everyone saw the old man pick up the buns and start eating, they all breathed a sigh of relief and began to line up consciously, ready to go forward and get the buns.

From their behavior, we can tell that they must have been strictly disciplined and often severely punished. Otherwise, how could they, starving to death, unconsciously line up in such an orderly manner to receive food?

It can be seen that punishment and beatings have been deeply imprinted in their souls, making them dare not do anything that violates the rules.

Chen Jing firmly protected Xu Zhen from beginning to end. She wanted to rush to Xu Zhen to stop him several times, but was stopped in time every time. The princess quietly walked over and told her: "These ordinary people are the most innocent and pitiful people. They are powerless and can only be slaughtered. We are also ordinary people with parents, brothers and sisters, and those kind and simple people are also our relatives."

After listening to the princess' words, Chen Jing couldn't help but fall into deep thought. She deeply realized that the princess's love was not limited to one person or a group of people, but was for everyone. The princess was like a selfless goddess, interpreting what true love is with her actions. In contrast, Chen Jing felt that she had so much to learn from the princess. She secretly vowed to work hard to become a loving, kind and selfless person like the princess.