Rebirth of an Old Farmer: Escape from Famine with Children and Grandchildren

Wang Cuihua snorted and turned away. She couldn't stand those who took advantage of Sun Wan and then gossiped about her behind her back.

"You little rascal, when we get to Huizhou, I'll show you how I'll deal with you!"

Old Mrs. Sun watched Wang Cuihua leave and said something harshly, with hatred in her eyes that seemed to be dripping with blood.

Song Ping trembled and hugged Sun Zhuo tightly in her arms.

Sun Zhuo had just finished the last drop of soup in his bowl, but he was still far from full. He shouted unhappily, "Grandma, I'm still hungry!"

His eyes were fixed on the empty bottom of the bowl in Old Lady Sun's hand.

Old Mrs. Sun was speechless for a moment.

"What are you hungry for?! Do you have a bigger appetite than a cow?"

Before she finished speaking, she suddenly raised her head and licked every last drop of soup from the bottom of the bowl. Then she rolled her eyes at Song Ping and pushed the bowl in her hand away, "Go wash the dishes!"

Sun Zhuo looked at his grandmother's skillful operation and pouted in grievance.

It’s not that he didn’t want to cry, but because water was as precious as oil during this dry season, he didn’t even bother to shed tears.

They rested by the puddle for several days until the thin stream of water completely dried up, and then Dashu Village set out on their journey again.

After going down the mountain, they set out on the official road to Tuzhou.

The more chaotic the world becomes, the more crowded the official roads become with people fleeing.

Many people couldn't help but look at Sun Wan and her group.

After all, the cart full of water and the horse pulling it were too conspicuous.

Many people had evil intentions, but after seeing Su Rongze and others holding big knives, they gave up.

Whenever there was any food or drink in the team, it was always given first to the young and strong men like Su Rongze. Therefore, after fleeing for several months, they became even stronger.

They were all muscular, holding big knives, with fierce eyes, and most people did not dare to act rashly.

In addition to Sun Wan's team, there is another team that is equally eye-catching.

They had a real horse-drawn carriage, which was completely different from the cart used by Sun Wan and her friends. It was obviously the vehicle of a wealthy family.

But the cart was pulled by two donkeys.

The people in the carriage were also dressed quite strangely.

Most of them were dressed like ordinary people, except for one little girl who was dressed elegantly, wearing a pearl hairpin on her head and brocade clothes.

They also noticed Sun Wan and her group.

During the break, the pretty little girl jumped off the donkey cart and walked over lightly.

She looked back and forth among the crowd in Dashu Village, as if looking for someone.

Soon, her eyes locked on Kou Zhong.

Kou Zhong scratched his head in confusion and turned away to avoid the little girl's gaze.

Unexpectedly, the little girl walked straight up to him, squatted down, tilted her head, with an innocent look on her face, and said in a gentle voice: "What's your name?"

As soon as the question was uttered, Kou Zhong's ears turned red.

Fifteen-year-old Kou Zhong couldn't resist this fresh and sweet taste.

He turned his face away in an almost embarrassed manner, and after a long while, he managed to utter two words: "Kou Zhong."

"My name is Xu Xiangxiang, you can also call me Xiangxiang!"

Xu Xiangxiang generously stretched out her little hand and looked at Kou Zhong expectantly.

Kou Zhong didn't understand what was going on, so he hesitantly extended his hand.

Xu Xiangxiang smiled, her eyes like crescent moons, and her delicate white hands tightly grasped Kou Zhong's big hands: "In this way, we can be considered friends."

"We'll be good friends from now on!"

Kou Zhong's face instantly turned red. Although others could hardly notice it, he himself could clearly feel the heat on his cheeks.

Xu Xiangxiang looked at Kou Zhong curiously, and suddenly took a step closer: "Your face... seems to be red?"

"No way!" Kou Zhong was startled and quickly took a few steps back. After standing there for a moment, he had to lower his head and run to the back of the carriage, pretending to be busy taking care of the horses.

Unexpectedly, Xu Xiangxiang didn't mind at all and followed closely.

However, when she noticed a pile of horse manure next to the horse's hoof, her expression changed slightly, and she stopped cautiously: "Brother Kou Zhong, do you need some water?"

When Kou Zhong heard this, his eyes lit up immediately: "Need it!"

"Miss Ma, do you have water over there?"

Xu Xiangxiang pouted, looking unhappy: "I already call you brother, why are you still so distant and call me Miss Ma?"

Kou Zhong scratched his head awkwardly: "Ma...Xiangxiang?"

Xu Xiangxiang finally smiled with satisfaction. She stood on tiptoe, looking innocent and naive. "Yes, we have plenty of water, but you have to exchange it for food."

Kou Zhong's heart tightened, and then he heard Xu Xiangxiang say, "One bucket of grain for... well, five buckets of water then!"

Kou Zhong's eyes widened: "Really?"

"The buckets are the same size, right? Ma... Xiangxiang, you're kidding, right?"

"Of course it's true!" Xu Xiangxiang smiled playfully, "Well, we're already friends, so of course I have to give you a friendly price!"

The people of Darong Village had been secretly observing the developments here. At first, when they saw the interaction between the young boy and girl, they smiled with the tolerance of elders, but after hearing this conversation, everyone began to feel uneasy.

Chi Dong and Kou Zhong were the closest friends. He quickly stood up and stepped forward: "Miss Ma, can you make the decision on this matter?"

"Your family would let you do this..." Chi Dong wanted to say "wasteful", but after thinking about it, he changed it to "act arbitrarily".

But Xu Xiangxiang, who had been smiling brightly at Kou Zhong just now, couldn't help but look gloomy when she saw Chi Dong approaching.

Especially when he saw Chi Dong's dark skin, a hint of displeasure flashed in his eyes.

"Of course it's true, and I have the final say in my family!" She raised her chin slightly, her eyes sweeping across the people in Darong Village, and she couldn't help but reveal a bit of arrogance, "All you have to do is bring the food."

As she spoke, she walked towards the big donkey cart and had a brief conversation with the people inside.

Then, three strong men got off the donkey cart. They looked towards Darong Village vigilantly and then waved.

The people of Darong Village immediately gathered together to discuss, and finally carried two large buckets of grain over.

When ten buckets of water were actually placed in front of the people of Darong Village, everyone finally believed this incredible fact.

In the past, exchanging one bucket of grain for ten buckets of water would be considered foolish, but in this drought year, it was undoubtedly a godsend!

Filling your stomach is more important than anything else. Whether it is water or food, it has become the key to life at this moment.

Wang Cuihua was a little dazed and asked Madam Chi beside her to pinch her: "Madam Chi, please help me confirm that this is not a dream."

Mrs. Chi did as she was told, half believing and half doubting.

"Ouch!" Wang Cuihua screamed, rubbing her arm and whispering, "I really met a living Bodhisattva!"

Sun Wan watched all this silently from the side, feeling somewhat helpless. She wanted to know what this little girl was up to.

Xu Xiangxiang came back again and walked straight towards Kou Zhong, ignoring everyone else: "How is it?"

"Brother Kou Zhong, I really didn't lie to you!"

At this moment, the heat on Kou Zhong's face suddenly disappeared.

He was closest to Xu Xiangxiang and could clearly see the contempt and disgust she showed towards Chi Dong and others in her eyes.