The Story of a Destitute Noblewoman Farming

The next day, several people rode horses towards Hezhou Prefecture.

"General He, I know the prefect and the co-prefect of Hezhou. Since your cousin finally appeared in Hezhou, I think I can ask them for help and find him as soon as possible." Lu Zhan knew that he was looking for his cousin this time, so he told him his plan.

"Then I'll trouble you two. When I find my brother, I will definitely thank you."

"It's such a small thing, there's no need to thank me. If you want to thank me, we are still grateful for your help. After we find your brother, where are you going? I heard you plan to take a two-month break?"

"I don't know where to go yet. Maybe if we find someone, we can go south. The world is so big, but I'm all alone and have no home. It's so sad, so sad."

"Why don't you come back with us? The people in Xishan Village are very welcoming and it's very relaxing here. The scenery is also beautiful. My sister has always said that she hasn't had the chance to thank you. Why don't you come back with us this time? Our family will definitely treat you well."

"I've only met Miss Lu once, but we've corresponded countless times. I've really troubled her a lot. Since you say that, I'll go back with you once I find my brother. Actually, the person I should thank the most is your sister."

"Then let's not say thank you. Let's just go back to our hometown and relax." The three of them decided after discussing it.

After arriving in Hezhou Prefecture, Lu Zhan visited Lord Zhao and Lord Li respectively. After telling them their plans this time, Lord Zhao immediately sent someone to investigate.

"General He, I didn't expect you to visit our Hezhou Prefecture. We will definitely pay close attention to your brother's affairs. Fortunately, we have recorded all the outsiders from the period you mentioned, so it won't take much effort to find out."

Within two days, they found news about He Yue's younger brother He Feng. He Feng was only five years old this year. He was originally fled with his wet nurse, but the wet nurse fell ill and died on the way to escape. He Feng was so young that he could only remember his father and his own name. After being taken to Hezhou by the disaster victims, he stayed in Hezhou. Because he was an orphan, he was arranged to live in an orphanage.

Upon hearing the news, He Yue immediately went to the orphanage and found He Feng playing with several children.

"He Feng, do you still remember me? I'm your cousin." He Yue saw him, walked up to him and picked him up.

At first He Feng was a little scared, but when he saw the person coming, joy suddenly appeared on his face.

"Brother, brother, you finally found me. I missed you and my parents so much. They are no longer here." He Feng hugged his brother and cried sadly.

He didn't remember He Yue's name, but he still remembered his appearance. Thinking that all the children here had no parents, he felt embarrassed to continue crying.

"They are all gone, but you still have me. I will take you out right now."

"That's great! I have a brother again, and my brother is here to pick me up." He Feng shared the good news with his friends, and at the same time packed his small bag, which contained a set of clothes.

When the children saw his family coming, they looked at him with envy.

"Are these children all orphans from outside?" Yun Can saw the envious eyes of those children and thought about how he had also followed his brothers to his uncle's house since he was a child. Many emotions arose in his heart and he couldn't help but ask.

"They include not only children from outside the city but also local children. They are all pitiful people who have no relatives at home, and we cannot bear to watch them starve to death. After Lord Zhao took office, he had these children placed here, and the government allocated some money every month to provide them with food expenses."

When the person in charge of the orphanage heard that they were brought here personally by Lord Zhao's men, he hurried to explain.

"So what are they going to do next? Are there any follow-up arrangements?"

"I haven't heard of that, but it's very difficult for the government to come up with such a large sum of money every month. Besides, the older the children get, the more they'll need to eat. We're worried about that too. We can only hope to find some work for them when they're older, so we can earn some food for ourselves."

"Then I will tell Lord Zhao later that I will donate one hundred taels of silver so that they can eat better. When they grow up and can support themselves, they can live a better life." Yun Can took out the silver that the emperor rewarded him after he made a contribution this time. After he bought things, he didn't have much on him, so he took out this.

"I'll also take one hundred taels. They are all orphans and have a hard life. Lord Zhao is a good official. With this money, we can keep this orphanage going a little longer." Lu Zhan said as he took out the money.

"My two lords, you are truly the benefactors of these children. Children, come and kowtow to thank them. They have donated money to you, so that you can have better food in the future. Come and kowtow."

"Thank you, brothers." The children said happily when they heard the news.

"I will also donate some money. I hope these children can grow up safely." He Yue took out two hundred taels. It was not that he was stingy, but he knew that human nature could not stand the test. So he decided to go back and give the remaining silver to Lord Zhao. It was better for the government to give the money every month than to give it all at once.

After finding He Feng, they prepared to go to Chongshui. Before leaving, they all went to find Lord Zhao and told him about donating money to the orphanage. Lord Zhao was very pleased to hear about the good deeds of the three people. After he and Lord Li saw them off, they went back.

Lu Linlang received the news that Lu Zhan and the others were coming back, so she asked someone to wait for them in the county town. The two of them really returned home in glory this time, and it was probably a happy time for them, so she took the opportunity to make them even happier.

So she and the clan leader prepared gongs and drums, and when the two arrived at the village entrance, they would congratulate them. They should be praised for doing good things, and she also wanted to see whether the two had grown this time.

When Lu Zhan and Yun Can brought their people to the county town, the people arranged by Lu Linlang were waiting there.

Hearing that their sister already knew the news, the two of them couldn't wait to go back, so they drove towards Xishan Village.

At the entrance of Xishan Village, everyone heard that Lu Zhan and Yun Can had actually captured the biggest rebel, made a great contribution, and became a marquis. They couldn't help but feel excited, as this was a higher title than the Earl of Loyalty and Bravery.

This time, the villagers witnessed their departure with their own eyes. When the elders mentioned the two, they praised them highly and hoped that they would come back soon. They wanted to see the heroes who caught the rebels.

As Lu Zhan and his companions arrived at the village entrance, they heard the loud sound of gongs and drums. Everyone, whether old or young or working in the workshop, stopped what they were doing and ran over to watch.

"The great hero of our village has returned, the great hero has returned!" Villagers kept shouting, with joyful smiles on their faces.

Lu Linlang brought her younger brothers and sisters to welcome them personally. When she saw the two of them dismount at the village entrance and saw how energetic they looked, she smiled with satisfaction.

Then she saw He Yue and a little boy, and thought that this was He Yue's son. Congratulating her younger brother was important, but Lu Linlang was still a little curious about the purpose of such a big shot appearing in Xishan Village.