After fleeing famine, I have thousands of acres of fertile land

The next day at noon, after lunch, everyone went to the threshing ground in groups. Many children were already playing there.

Ye Qing did not participate in the settlement of accounts, she believed that the village head could handle it.

After waiting for a while, the sun rose to the top of the head of the village, and the village head came with the accountant. As soon as the village head appeared, the crowd quieted down.

Ye Lizheng knew that everyone was looking forward to dividing the money, so he didn't say anything more and just announced the start.

Ye Lizheng asked the three accountants to report the accounts first, and only started to divide the accounts after everyone knew the specific income.

"Today we will divide the money we have. We will do as we agreed, 20% to 80%. We will keep the money for the village first and give the rest away."

No one had any objections, as this was agreed upon in advance.

"There are also ox carts used in the village, which are counted as one laborer."

"We have no objection to this, but without the bullock cart, we can't do so much work."

"There is one more thing. This idea was proposed by Ye Qing. It is her credit that we can make money. Give her an extra thirty taels of silver. Do you agree?"

"We all agree with the village head. We just hope that if there are any benefits in the future, Qingya will not forget the villagers."

The head of the village is satisfied that the villagers are not greedy. He also has another purpose, which is to let the villagers know that the village will not treat unfairly those who have made contributions.

The village head looked at Ye Qing and said, "Qingya, don't think it's too little. The village is not well off this year. I will give you less first, and when we make more money in the future, I will give you more."

Ye Qing didn't expect that she would be given extra money. Her original intention was to let the family earn more.

Ye Qing was a little touched. The villagers were all hardworking and grateful. He hoped that if he had any ideas in the future, he would lead everyone to get rich together.

"Grandpa Village Head, it's already a lot. I didn't do anything." Ye Qing said modestly.

Seeing that Ye Qing had no objection, the village head proceeded to the next item.

"There's not much charcoal left in the charcoal shed. The remaining charcoal will be sent out after the New Year, and then we'll distribute that part when all is done."

The village head waited for a while and when no one objected, he started to let everyone line up to receive the money.

Several young men following the village head carried several large baskets with lids down from the ox cart.

There was a loud crash when the basket fell to the ground, and someone shouted, "Is it all money?"

The crowd was silent for a moment, then they started to discuss, and some people pushed forward to get a clearer look.

The village head shouted loudly, "Everyone line up, don't push forward."

The villagers were not so excited. They quieted down again and waited for their names to be called.

The first one to step forward was Wang Wu, "Wei Lao San, how much money can I get?"

Wei Hong looked up and flipped open the account book. "A total of ten trees from your family were cut down. Three people from your family participated in the charcoal burning activity, right?"

"Yes, yes, ten very thick trees."

"Ten trees will cost you two taels of silver. You and your father will each get five taels, and your sister-in-law will get two taels. The total is fourteen taels."

"That's a lot. I thought five taels of silver would be good enough."

"By the way, just sign here and take the note to Ye Wenzheng to collect the money."

Wang Wu took the note and went to Ye Wenzhen happily.

Ye Wenzheng took the note and gave him the money. He asked Wang Wu to sign the bill and went home with the money.

The people behind looked on with envy, comparing themselves with Wang Wu in their hearts. There were people who worked more than Wang Wu and had more people working at home, and they laughed out loud at the thought.

Everyone lined up patiently, chatting while looking at the people in front of them getting paid. Some people would envy those who got more.

The team moved slowly forward and the sun slowly moved westward.

Those who received the money walked home with a smile on their faces, and would chat with acquaintances if they met them. "His aunt, how much money did you get?"

"I got three taels, so I can be proud of myself. I am also a person who can make money. This is all thanks to Qingya. If anyone dares to say anything bad about Qingya in the future, I will tear his mouth to pieces."

"Who says it's not true? Let my child learn more from Qingya in the future, maybe he will be able to open his mind."

The two men reached home while talking. They hid the silver first, leaving only some copper coins outside.

My family received more than ten taels of silver, which is more than I could have saved in my entire life. I will buy a few acres of good land after the New Year and send my children to school.

Boss Ye and his family arrived a little late and stood at the back of the line. They felt itchy when they saw the people in front of them walking away with bags of money.

Ye Laoer's family was at the front of the line. After receiving the money, they said hello to Old Man Ye and left.

Old Man Ye just picked up his second son's purse. Although he didn't ask how much was in it, he guessed it was at least twenty taels of silver.

Old Man Ye was happy because his children had made money and he wouldn't have to worry about them anymore.

Finally, it was Ye Lao Da's family's turn. Ye Dalang and Niu Che each got six taels of silver. Ye Lao Da was the team leader, so he got a little more, eight taels.

Old Man Ye was the master chef and worked the longest, and he also earned eight taels of silver. Ye Qing earned two taels, and Zhou earned three taels. The total income of the whole family plus the extra income of Ye Qing was more than sixty taels of silver.

"Qingya, what do you want to eat? Mother will make it for you." Zhou felt the silver in her hand and felt dizzy.

Seeing Zhou's happy expression, Ye Qing took the opportunity to make a request, "I want to eat braised pork."

"Okay, I'll make it for you. We'll eat it tonight." After saying that, Zhou realized that the meat left at home was prepared to be eaten on New Year's Eve.

Seeing Zhou's reaction, Ye Qing quickly hugged Zhou's arm and acted like a spoiled child, "Mom, make less. Let's taste it. I don't even remember what braised pork tastes like."

Zhou looked at her little girl's face, which finally became a little rounder, and she stopped worrying. "Okay, let's do less tonight, and everyone can have one."

Ye Qing happily ran to share the good news with his brother. After hearing this, Ye Dalang took a ladder, took out the wrapped pork belly from the basket hanging on the beam, and gave it to Zhou.

Zhou felt that her life had been sweet since she settled in Wu'an City. First, the family was divided, and although the sisters-in-law got along well, it was still not as comfortable as being the head of the family.

The children were sensible and raised poultry to earn money for the family. In the summer, the money earned from lobsters and snails was used to buy wasteland. When Dalang got married, Erlang learned a craft, and Wulang studied well, his life would be more comfortable.

In the evening, Old Man Ye and Mrs. Li ate braised pork in red sauce, feeling very happy. The braised pork was fat but not greasy, and melted in the mouth, so even those with bad teeth could chew it.

After dinner, Boss Ye took out the red paper and said, "Wulang, you write the Spring Festival couplets for our family this year."

Ye Chenjing nodded in agreement. He had been practicing calligraphy for more than half a year, and his teacher praised him for writing better than before.

"Go to bed quickly and write again tomorrow morning." Zhou was worried that the light was too dim and would hurt her eyes.

Ye Lao Da first prepared water for Old Man Ye and Li to wash their feet, and then he went to wash himself. After washing, he helped to pour out the water before going to bed.