I trade in both worlds

Although Xu Qiwei is young, he can also feel the heaviness of this burden.

He held Xu Jin's hand tightly and whispered, "Uncle, can we help them?"

Hearing this, Xu Jin felt an inexplicable sense of responsibility. He turned around and exchanged glances with Xu Zhun. The two of them had a tacit understanding and decided to do something.

First, do your best to help these fishermen: "Uncle Chen, I want to collect all the dry goods in your village, but I may not be able to take so much at one time. Can you help me deliver it to Guoyue County? I will pay for the travel expenses, and I will pay the balance when I return to Guoyue County."

When Uncle Chen heard Xu Jin's proposal, his eyes instantly turned red, and he was so excited that he could hardly speak: "Sir, I...I...I will take you to discuss it with the village chief."

"Let's go." Xu Jin nodded and motioned Chen Da to lead the way.

Chen Da led them to a relatively tidy courtyard and knocked on the door. A moment later, an old man with a weathered face came out. He was the village chief of Dashi Fishing Village.

When the village chief heard Xu Jin's purpose, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but then he regained his composure.

He knew very well what such an opportunity meant to the village, but at the same time he was also worried that there might be fraud.

"Sir, I appreciate your kindness. But this matter is of great importance and I need to discuss it with the villagers." The village chief's tone revealed caution.

Xu Jin nodded in understanding and suggested, "Then we will wait for news at the inn in Huangshi Town. If the village is willing, send someone to inform us before noon tomorrow morning. You don't have to worry about the travel expenses and transportation. I will arrange it."

The village chief looked at Xu Jin gratefully and nodded: "Okay, I'll go and gather the villagers to discuss it."

After Xu Jin and others watched the village chief leave, they wandered around the village under the leadership of Chen Da.

They saw that although the fishermen lived in hardship, they still remained hardworking and kind.

Although the children were hungry, they still maintained their love and curiosity for life.

These scenes made Xu Jin and others more determined to help these fishermen.

After strolling for a while, Xu Jin and others returned to the carriage.

Xu Qiwei looked through the cracks in the car window at the children outside who were about his age but were wearing ragged clothes and shivering with cold, and his heart was filled with endless pity.

His heart was deeply touched. He turned his head uncomfortably and looked at Xu Jin, his voice trembling a little: "Uncle, I want to help them."

Hearing this, Xu Jin's eyes fell gently on Xu Qiwei, and he gently patted Xu Qiwei's shoulder, saying in a gentle but firm tone: "Weiwei, how do you want to help them?"

Xu Qiwei tilted his head and thought for a while, then said sadly: "Uncle, I want to buy some cotton clothes for the village. I heard from the children in the village that many children in their village have no clothes to wear. They can only hide on the kang at home all day and can't go anywhere. I want them to wear warm clothes and go out to play."

When Xu Jin heard this, a hint of approval flashed in his eyes. He turned to look at Xu Zhun, and the two exchanged a knowing look.

"Good boy, your idea is very good." Xu Jin said softly: "Tomorrow we can go to the pawnshop in town and buy some old clothes. If it's not enough, we can go to the county to buy."

“Although the old clothes are not as warm as the new ones, they can at least protect them from the cold wind.”

Xu Qiwei frowned slightly after hearing this. He was obviously a little dissatisfied with the suggestion of "old clothes" and asked tentatively: "Can't we buy new ones?"

He blinked and looked at Xu Jin with some confusion, not quite understanding why he bought an old one instead of a new one.

"Of course not." Xu Zhun spoke at this time, his voice calm and rational: "First, we can't buy so much new cotton in such a hurry."

"Second, with the money for one new piece of clothing, we can buy three or four used pieces of clothing. This way we can help more people and it's more economical. Do you understand?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Qiwei nodded thoughtfully, as if he understood something.

As night fell, the lights in Huangshi Town gradually lit up. Xu Jin and his group arrived at a simple but warm inn.

Sitting under the dim oil lamp, the three of them couldn't calm down for a long time.

"Brother, do you think we can really change anything by doing this?" Xu Zhun asked softly, with both expectation and a hint of uneasiness in his eyes.

Xu Jin was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke: "Maybe we can't change the fate of the entire fishing village, but at least we can bring a little warmth to these children."

"You know what? Sometimes, a small act of kindness can plant the seeds of hope in someone's heart. Perhaps, these seeds will take root and sprout and grow into towering trees in the future."

Hearing this, Xu Zhun nodded, with a determined light flashing in his eyes: "You are right. Then let us work together to plant the seeds of hope for these children!"

Xu Qiwei listened to their conversation thoughtfully.

That night, the three of them had their own thoughts, but they all held the same belief - to do their best to bring a little warmth to this cold winter day.

On the other side, at the seaside of Dashi Fishing Village, the night was as dark as ink, with only the village chief's house brightly lit, as if it was a touch of warmth in the endless darkness.

The villagers gathered one after another, everyone's face was filled with solemnity and tension, and a depressing atmosphere filled the air.

"Village chief, can this be accomplished? We have tried it before, but those merchants are all very shrewd. They drive down prices so hard that we can't breathe." A middle-aged fisherman spoke first, his tone full of doubt.

"Yes, if they are scammers, all our useful information will be gone." Another woman continued, with anxiety flashing in her eyes.

The village chief looked around at the villagers with worried faces, and felt mixed emotions. He understood their worries, because they were afraid of being cheated and hungry over the years.

Every attempt is like a gamble, and they can no longer afford to lose.

But he also knew that if he didn't seize this opportunity, the situation in the village would only get worse.

Winter is approaching, food reserves are insufficient, and the children's nutrition is insufficient. The whole village is shrouded in an atmosphere of despair.

"Everyone, please be quiet and listen to me." The village chief stood up. His voice was not loud, but it carried a power that could not be ignored.

"Mr. Xu and his men came from afar and made such a suggestion, which at least shows that they are willing to help us. Moreover, they are willing to pay for the travel expenses first, which shows that they are sincere."

He paused, his eyes piercing as he scanned everyone present: "If we continue like this, how are we going to get through the winter? How are our children going to survive? We can't just stay passive like this. We have to take the initiative to find a way out."