It's hard for my elder sister. I rely on the mountains to farm and pay off my debts.

After all those who were close to the village head were controlled, Wang Wanzhi asked Song Zhi, "Sister, are we going back now?"

Song Zhi shook her head, "I can't go back."

"From what Li Zhuangtou said just now, the Chen family originally planned to attack us on the way back. It just so happens that the road back is mountainous and deserted, making it the perfect time to attack."

"Besides, Li Zhuangtou didn't send us over. Now the Chen family is either suspicious that the plan has been exposed or they will definitely keep a close eye on us. If we move now, it will play into their hands."

Wang Wanzhi's face turned pale, but she forced herself to remain calm and said, "Then I'll stay here. I'll gather the tenants on the farm and make a deal with them. With so many people on the farm, I don't believe the Chen family will dare to take action."

After saying that, she looked at Song Zhi and said, "Since the other party's target is me, they will not embarrass me. You two can go first."

Song Zhi thought more deeply. This was just wishful thinking. She was betting that the Chen family still had concerns, but what if the Chen family had no way out?

At worst, we can kill all the people who are in the way. As long as we silence them completely, we can then put the blame on the bandits and no one will know about it.

Of course, this is just the worst possible outcome that Song Zhi speculated. Since there is such a possibility, Song Zhi dare not be careless.

After a moment's silence, Song Zhi said, "We need to think of a good reason to invite the farmers here. Sister, you can't guarantee that these farmers will stand on your side."

"Although these farmers are tenants of your family's land, they have been oppressed over the years. They may be resentful of you!"

Song Zhi's words were blunt, but they were also the bloody reality.

As the head of a household, she has never shown favor to the farmers and even allowed her subordinates to oppress them at will. How could they be willing to work for her?

Seeing Wang Wanzhi's shoulders slump immediately, Song Zhi comforted her, "Don't be discouraged, sister. I said this to tell you that if you want them to work for you, you must let them see the benefits."

"Sister, why don't you call them over and settle the land rent issue first? Also, call the village head and let them choose one themselves. The most important thing is the child who was kidnapped."

"I still think we need to report this matter to the police. Although this action may implicate your Wang family, I don't think now is the time to consider such things. We must make amends for our mistakes."

Wang Wanzhi had already regarded Song Zhi as her backbone at this time. She nodded repeatedly at what she said, "Okay, I'll listen to you, sister. But I need to discuss reporting to the police after we return."

Song Zhi shook her head. "It's too late. We need to send someone back to report this to the authorities!"

After that, she looked at Zheng Hui and said, "Sister Zheng, you will disguise yourself as the master of the manor. I will ask them to take you to the town. Once you get there, don't rush to leave. Find a caravan and pay them to take you there."

Zheng Hui shook her head, "No, I want to stay with you!"

"Sister Zheng, we need to report this to the police immediately. We don't know if the Chen family will get desperate and attack us tonight. You're the only one who can save us from this!"

"Go back and report to the county magistrate what happened at the farm, especially the incident of the child being kidnapped. Ask him to send troops to support us!"

"We must take control of Chenjiazhuang tonight so that the kidnapped people can be rescued."

After saying that, she looked at Wang Wanzhi again and said, "Sister Wang, please send a guard to accompany Sister Zheng back, otherwise I really won't be at ease."

Wang Wanzhi ordered the head of the security guards beside her without hesitation to pick someone.

Zheng Hui knew that the situation had reached a point of no return, so she took out two porcelain bottles from her pocket and handed them to Song Zhi.

"This is a powder I made myself. The white porcelain bottle contains itching powder. Once you get it on your body, you'll feel extremely itchy, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and rapid breathing. The other bottle contains the antidote."

"If my sister is in danger, spread it to the enemy to give them a better chance of escape."

Song Zhi didn't refuse, but reached out to take it, "Thank you, Sister Zheng!"

After everyone had discussed it, Wang Wanzhi instructed the maid on the farm to call all the tenants over.

In less than a cup of tea, dozens of people were standing in the yard.

Song Zhi took a look and saw that most of these people had yellow hair and thin bodies, and it was obvious that they had not had enough to eat for years.

The farmers bent down and took a look at the elegantly dressed woman standing in front of the main hall door, guessing that she was probably the daughter of the master's family.

"Who is your Muramasa? Are all the people here?" Wang Wanzhi asked first.

A middle-aged man at the head stepped forward and said respectfully, "My dear Miss, I am Li Min, the village chief of Tianjiagou Village. All the villagers are here!"

Wang Wanzhi nodded and said, "I came with you today to discuss a few things."

"My grandfather issued an order a few months ago that only 50% of the rent on the farmland would be collected, but I heard today that you are charging 70%?"

When the villagers heard this, they were instantly in an uproar. They all wanted to complain to the young lady of the host family, but they didn't know what her attitude was. Now they saw her taking the initiative to ask.

The farmers knelt down one after another and told their stories.

"Miss, not only did Village Chief Li collect 70% of our rent, he also asked us to pay an extra two stone of grain. Those who couldn't pay were even robbed. Miss, please help us!"

Ivana Wang raised her hand to stop everyone from talking. "I already know what you said."

"This is because my Wang family has failed to discipline its subordinates. I have invited everyone here today to tell you that I will dismiss the village head. In addition, this year's rent will be waived, and the extra two stone of grain requested will also be returned to each family."

"As for the person who was kidnapped, I would like to apologize to everyone first. This person is not at the village, but was taken away by the Chen family. I have arranged for someone to report to the authorities. I also ask all villagers not to act rashly to avoid alerting the enemy."

The leading farmer stepped forward and said, "Miss, what do you want us to do? We will obey you!"

Wang Wanzhi glanced at Song Zhi and saw her nod.

She then waved, motioning Li Min to come forward, and asked in a low voice, "Do you know where there's a path leading to town? I need you to help me get these two people to town."

"Miss, this is easy. Starting from the mountain behind our village, we can cross a mountain and walk along the river for half an hour to reach the town. It's just a bit of a detour."

The leading farmer paused for a moment before adding, "But that path is hidden and rarely used, so it's very safe."

Wang Wanzhi nodded when she heard this. "In that case, you lead the way. I'll take the person to your farm, and you can find someone to send him away. Don't let anyone notice."

So Wang Wanzhi led a large group of farmers and walked towards the village.