I trade in both worlds

The clan leader stood on the high platform in front of the ancestral hall. His voice was deep and powerful, penetrating the noise of the crowd: "Today, we, the Xu family, gathered here for a common goal - to establish a clan school. Reading can enlighten people, improve their lives, and change their status. Although our Xu family is not rich, we cannot let our descendants live in ignorance forever. I hope that clan members who have the conditions can contribute money and effort, and those with limited conditions can also contribute their own strength to jointly establish the Xu clan school."

As soon as the patriarch finished speaking, a whisper sounded among the crowd. Various questions began to emerge and surge towards the patriarch like a tide. Issues concerning their own interests caused the tribesmen to discuss them.

"Can all children in the tribe go to school?" asked a thin member of the tribe.

The clan leader smiled and nodded, and replied: "Yes, all the children in the clan, regardless of gender, have the opportunity to enter the clan school. We established the clan school so that all the descendants of the Xu family can go to school. For those who are talented, the clan will fully support them to take the imperial examinations."

"Does the child have to pay tuition to go to school?" another tribesman asked, with a hint of worry in his voice.

His family's annual income is barely enough to feed themselves, with little surplus. If he has to pay tuition, it will be a considerable expense and he may not be able to afford it.

The clan leader shook his head and said firmly: "No need. Our Xu family established the clan school to benefit future generations, not for personal gain. Therefore, children do not need to pay tuition to go to school."

"However, in order to maintain the normal operation of the tribal school, we will collect a certain amount of grain from each household as tuition every year."

"This way, we can ensure the normal operation of the clan school without placing too much burden on the clan members."

After listening to the patriarch's explanation, everyone's doubts and worries gradually dissipated.

They all nodded in agreement, and some even began to discuss how to contribute to ethnic studies.

Seeing that no one had any other questions, the clan leader raised his palm and pressed it. After everyone was quiet, he continued, "Okay, everyone can register with Jianli based on their actual situation and how much they are willing to pay."

"Those who have financial difficulties at home can come and help when the house is built in a few days. Those who are strong can move bricks and lay bricks, while those who are weak can just pick up stones."

After saying that, he waved his hand and said, "Go ahead."

Those standing in the front began to walk towards Xu Jianli one after another, and Xu Xu and Xu Jizong also followed the crowd forward.

The clan school had begun to be planned and built, so Xu Xu stopped caring about it. Now he was just waiting for the school to be built and for the twins to be enrolled after the teacher arrived.

Xu Zhuang is vigorously building a clan school, and the modern twins have graduated and started their summer vacation.

Xu Xu planned to take the children out to play for a few days, mainly because she wanted to take a plane, which she had been thinking about for a long time.

"Mom, are we really going to take a plane to go out and play?" Xu Qiwei held Xu Xu's hand, with anticipation glittering in his eyes.

Xu Xu smiled and touched his son's head, saying gently, "Of course."

"Sister, where are we going to travel by plane?" Xu Jin and Xu Zhun also gathered around and looked at her excitedly.

"Well, I'm still thinking about it. Why don't we ask Sister Qing?" Xu Xu said, took out his cell phone and dialed Xu Ziqing's number.

After the call was connected, Xu Xu told Xu Ziqing his ideas and asked him if he had any good suggestions.

Without thinking, Xu Ziqing said directly: "If you take your children out to play, the first choice must be the Castle Park. There are all kinds of fun rides and cartoon characters that children like. I believe they will have a lot of fun."

Xu Ziqing had never been to the Castle Park, and was thinking about taking this opportunity to go there together.

"Castle Park?" Xu Xu thought of the castle park he saw in the short video.

She thought of the castle park she had seen in the short video. The colorful rides, cheerful music, and the smiles on the children's faces made her feel that it was a park suitable for children.

"Castle Park?" Xu Xu repeated, then looked at the children around him, "Do you want to go to Castle Park?"

When Xu Jin, Xu Zhun and Xu Qiwei heard this, they immediately shouted impatiently: "I want to go to the castle park."

Looking at their excited expressions, Xu Xu decided to go to the castle park to give the children an unforgettable travel experience.

"Okay, let's go to Castle Park." Xu Xu continued to ask Xu Ziqing: "Sister Qing, how should I book the plane ticket next?"

"Wait a minute, I want to go too. I'll ask Lin Feng if he wants to join us. I'll get back to you later." Xu Ziqing said and hung up without waiting for Xu Xu to reply.

After a while, Xu Ziqing called back: "Xu Xu, Lin Feng said he wants to go together, and my brother also said he wants to bring his girlfriend with him, do you mind?"

Xu Xu shook his head subconsciously, remembering that Xu Ziqing couldn't see it, and said, "I don't mind. It's more fun with more people."

"Okay, then take a photo of your ID and send it to me, and I'll book the flights and hotels for you."

"Okay." Xu Xu hung up the phone, found his ID card and household registration booklet, took a photo and sent it to Xu Ziqing, and transferred 50,000 yuan to her as the cost of their trip.

Xu Ziqing also accepted it readily and replied, "Refund if you pay more and pay less if you pay less."

In the next few days, Xu Xu began to busy himself preparing travel items under the guidance of Xu Ziqing.

She bought travel suitcases, clothes and shoes for the children, and prepared a variety of snacks and toys to ensure they would not be bored during the trip.

Finally, the day of travel arrived.

Xu Xu took a taxi to the airport with a few children. Along the way, the children excitedly watched the planes with tablets, and the car was filled with laughter.

As soon as he got off the car, Xu Xu saw Xu Ziqing and his group waiting at the entrance of the airport arrival hall.

Xu Ziqing also saw Xu Xu and hurried over to help pull the twins, while Lin Feng helped carry the luggage and held Xu Qiwei's hand.

Seeing Xu Ziqi coming over, Xu Xu hurriedly shouted, "Brother Xu, please help me open the stroller."

After putting Xu Tiantian in the stroller, Xu Xu breathed a sigh of relief: "Luckily I have you guys."

After saying that, he looked around and asked in confusion, "Didn't you bring any luggage? And where's your girlfriend, Brother Xu?"

"Over there, Sister Yuanyuan is watching over the luggage." Xu Ziqing pointed back.

Xu Xu leaned over and saw a tall, fair-skinned woman standing next to the luggage, waiting quietly.

She was wearing a simple white dress, with long hair draped over her shoulders and a faint smile on her face. She had a pretty face. Although she was not particularly beautiful, she had an outstanding temperament and was very attractive, giving people a gentle feeling.