The journey of the only child of a peasant family to take the imperial examination

After the others left, Zhang Pingan said, "Those of you who have extra money, don't save it. Buy more food and herbs for later use!"

Chen Jianqiu went to the clinic to see Fatty Wu and Green Bean Eyes early in the morning. He had just come back and heard about this. His mood instantly became a little depressed. He had witnessed the cruelty of war and really didn't want to fight.

Especially if they win, it would be fine. If they lose, given the nature of those two groups of people in the north, the people will definitely not have a good life.

"Bones are exposed in the wild, no roosters crow for thousands of miles, and only one out of a hundred people survives. The thought of it breaks one's heart. Only those who have truly experienced war can understand it," Chen Jianqiu whispered.

"No matter what, save yourself first," Hua Wanli replied in a low voice.

After a moment's silence, Hua Wanli raised his head and continued to ask, "Do you think they will pretend to obey but actually disobey?"

Zhang Ping'an knew what he was talking about and shook his head. "Probably not. This is only the first time we've increased taxes, so it's unlikely. Giving them the list is just a warning. Otherwise, once the government reports arrive, they'll tip off the wealthy families, and they'll disappear, claiming illness and delaying payment, or transferring their assets and crying poor. Time is tight, and the burden will eventually fall on the rest of the people. I don't know what will happen in the future, but at least this time, we can't let them compromise."

"Oh, it's difficult. According to what Lord Qian said, the next tax increase is probably not far away," Hua Wanli sighed again. "I plan to have the escort agency escort my grandmother and mother to Ci County to celebrate the New Year together in the next two days. They will live with me in Ci County from now on. The world is not peaceful now, and I really don't feel comfortable leaving them in Lin'an."

"It's my duty," Zhang Pingan nodded.

After the chat, Hua Wanli and his friends went out to buy things.

Otherwise, food prices will definitely soar after the New Year.

Zhang Ping'an did not hide this matter from Qian Youyi. He told him quietly when he returned to the back office for lunch, and only asked him not to tell the elderly people at home, for fear that they would be worried too.

Let’s all celebrate the New Year happily first!

After leaving the yamen, Zhang Ping'an took a hundred-year-old ginseng and went to see Mung Bean Eye again.

After a day and a night of care from the doctor, Green Bean Eye's fever has subsided, but he is still not in good spirits.

Seeing that Zhang Ping'an brought a hundred-year-old ginseng to see him, he was in the mood to tease: "Oh, you've spent a lot of money today. Hundred-year-old ginseng is not easy to find. I'm flattered!"

After saying this, he started coughing without taking a breath, "Cough, cough, cough!"

Zhang Pingan patted his back to calm him down, rolled his eyes, and said unhappily, "You're still poor! You've suffered so much!"

"Ahem, cough, stop taking pictures. You're using so much force. Do you want to send me to hell right now? You're not gentle at all." The man with green eyes said weakly, covering his chest.

"It's what you deserve!" Zhang Ping'an finally slapped the guy hard and stopped. He thought, "He's just a jerk who doesn't know how kind a person is. It looks like he's fine now."

"I look weak, but actually I'm fine. The doctor has already used the best medicine. I'll be fine after lying down for a few days. Fortunately, those baskets of sweet potatoes are fine," said Green Eyes with a smile.

"You are a hero in this matter, and so are everyone else. I have written a letter to Lord Zhou, but he is probably busy now, so I'm not sure when he can reply to me," said Zhang Ping'an.

Although the situation at the front line was unknown, Lord Zhou, as the commander-in-chief, must have been too busy to handle everything. Moreover, the letter was sent to Lin'an by mistake, and Lord Zhou might not have even seen it.

Fortunately, these sweet potatoes can only be planted in February of next year when the weather gets warmer, so there is no need to rush.

"It doesn't matter whether I'm a hero or not. I'm not interested in a career in politics now anyway. Ahem, I'm lucky enough to be able to save my life," replied Green Eyes.

"Okay, stop talking. I just came to see you. Just lie down and rest. You definitely won't be able to go back for the New Year this year. Just rest up in Ci County and we'll talk about it early next year." Zhang Ping'an helped tuck in the quilt and supported Green Bean Eyes, half leaning on the bed rail.

"Well, okay, but it's boring to recuperate. Can you bring me some books?" said the man with green eyes with a smile, a hint of cunning in his eyes.

"Okay, whatever book it is, I'll have Chibao bring it to you later!"

"Just, see if there are any interesting geographical books or erotic books or something like that. Please send some to me. They are all men, you know," said the girl with green eyes, squinting.

Zhang Ping'an is really an eyesore. His handsome appearance after losing weight is ruined by this obscene expression.

"I see. You lie down. I'm going back to eat." Zhang Pingan stood up and said as he walked away, "I think you really should marry a wife to take care of you!"

"Goodbye, I won't see you off. It's still too early for you to get married," said the man with green eyes lazily, leaning on the bed.

Time flies, and it is New Year's Eve in a blink of an eye.

Green Bean's eye injury has almost healed and he can walk freely, but he still coughs from time to time. The doctor said that it is the cold that has damaged his lungs and he needs to take good care of himself, otherwise he will cough whenever it is cloudy or rainy.

He had no relatives in Ci County and felt miserable spending the New Year alone, so Zhang Ping'an invited everyone to his home to celebrate the New Year.

To be honest, he admired Green Bean Eyes from the bottom of his heart just because he braved all the hardships and brought back Annan rice and sweet potatoes.

"Look at this child, he has become thinner again. I think he should not go to sea anymore in the future. He should find a job in the government office or do business in Lin'an. Isn't that uncomfortable?" Xu helped to pick up the dishes enthusiastically.

"Thank you, auntie, that's enough for me," said Green Eyes quickly.

In just a short while, the bowls were all full. He was afraid that he would vomit again, which would not be worth it!

"It's okay, don't be polite, eat more," Xu said, treating it as a courtesy.

"Mom, let him help himself, otherwise the food will get cold in the bowl soon." Zhang Ping'an was really scared when he saw the green bean eyes, so he stretched out his hand to stop him.

"Oh, that's right. Okay, just pick it up yourself. Don't be so polite," said Xu with a smile.

They had a very enjoyable meal, and in the early morning the men went out together to set off firecrackers.

In the past, Zhang Laoer always took the lead, but now it is Zhang Pingan.

"Time flies so fast," Zhang Laoer couldn't help but sigh with a smile when he looked at his son who was taller than him when he walked in.

"Yes, Grandpa, Dad, go slowly and be careful with the threshold," Zhang Ping'an said, reaching out to support Old Man Zhang and his father.

When he was a child, Zhang Laoer had always been tall and strong in his mind. But before he knew it, his hair had turned gray and his body had become hunched.

"Haha, this family will depend on you from now on. I hope we can have more cubs next year to set off firecrackers with us," Zhang Laoer smiled.

The prime of life will never come back, and the morning of a day will never come back!

But as long as there is inheritance and hope in your heart, you will not be afraid of getting old or the passage of time.

Zhang Pingan had a lot of feelings in his heart, but he was very firm about one thing, that is, he must not fall down easily.