Traveling through the farm, I just want to earn money by farming

Country people eat to have fun, so there is constant laughter.

"Brother Changjiang, the village chief said that your family wants to build a school for the village? What are the rules?" Xu Minglang was impressed after hearing this, so he asked directly.

Chen Changjiang took a bite of food and, upon hearing Xu Minglang's question, put down his chopsticks and replied, "Young Master, this matter was also raised by Qing Ning. You can ask her for details. Or you can ask these guys, they all know the answer."

There are two tables arranged at the main table today. Since they came to the main table, the seats were divided into male and female seats. Qing Ning was at another table.

Seeing this, Xu Minglang looked directly at the boys from the Chen family.

Qing Yu took over and explained, "Uncle Xu, this school accepts children aged three to fifteen, regardless of gender. After receiving their initial education, they can choose where to go. Those who are admitted will be supported by the village, and those who are not admitted will be taught by skilled teachers. The villagers of this village will donate some silver every year to support this. If students from other villages want to attend, they can pay a little more than two taels, and the same goes for the rest."

"Your village is really united. You are going to do something big. Why don't you count me in as one and let me contribute as much as your family contributes. Will the village chief and the elders dislike you?" Xu Minglang sighed and continued.

These words startled the people at the table for a moment. The village chief and the elders looked at each other, not knowing whether to respond.

Seeing their hesitation, Xu Minglang spoke up, "Village heads and elders, don't overthink it. Although this school is being built in your Chenjia Village, you're also willing to accept students from outside. This is no longer just a private school. Furthermore, if there are truly talented people in the future, they will serve the country. So, although I'm donating to build your school, I'm actually contributing to our dynasty. You should accept this kind gesture."

"Young Master, you are so kind. We in Chenjia Village have accepted this kindness. Don't worry, we will carefully record the money donated by each household. The uses will also be detailed and announced to the public every year to let everyone know that we will never be greedy." This was the rule set yesterday, and the safekeeping and expenditure of the money will be supervised by the village chief, clan leader, Qing Ning and two villagers. These villagers will be replaced every three years.

"It's rare that you can think so carefully." Xu Minglang praised.

Old Lady Xue at the table heard their conversation and discussed it with Zhou and Ming. They decided that each of them would donate two hundred taels of silver to the school as a donation to buy books. This was also their intention, and they did not let the village chief and others refuse.

The village chief led the villagers to express their gratitude to the few people.

Zhou Yuerong thought of something and asked, "Village head, can this school accept students from the county?"

The village chief replied, "Yes, yes. If you don't need enlightenment, you will need to pass Mr. Wu's examination before you can enroll."

"That's good. Mr. Yu Wu is a great talent. I can't even ask for him to come." Zhou Yuerong couldn't hide her joy after getting the confirmation. She went back and told her husband to let Shu'er come to study, and let Luo'er come with him.

Seeing this, Ming had her own thoughts. Although her home was some distance away, it didn't matter. She had a house here anyway. She would write a letter to the one at home today and ask her children to come over.

Xue Mingxiang was excited when she knew that Yu Wu was the one teaching the class, but she also knew that she couldn't stay, so she could only envy him.

Mrs. Xue saw her granddaughter's expression and understood what she was saying. She said softly, "Xiang'er, when we return from visiting relatives, we can stop here and stay for a while. We can go back in time for the New Year. You can also relax and enjoy yourself here."

Xue Mingxiang smiled when she heard this and replied softly, "Thank you, grandma, for loving your granddaughter!"

Madam Xue smiled and nodded, patting her hands gently.

For a moment, the atmosphere of the banquet was lively and noisy. The villagers were simple and honest and did not care about those empty rituals. These nobles were also eating for the first time. Whether it was to follow the local customs or to show their true nature, they all ate happily and casually.

The village banquet lasted for a whole day, with lunch and dinner. After lunch, the villagers were responsible for cleaning up and washing up. Xu Minglang and the others were in high spirits and said that they would not return until after dinner. They followed Old Man Yu to the Chen family courtyard.

The yard was originally quite spacious, but it suddenly felt crowded with so many people coming. The Chen family was busy moving tables, chairs, stools, boiling water and making tea.

"Sister, we are really sorry to bother your family. Our arrival here has caused you trouble." Old Madam Xue was kind. She saw that although the yard was old, it was clean.

Old Lady Chen immediately smiled and replied, "Madam, what you said is true. It is an honor for our family to have distinguished guests like you come to our home. How can it be considered a trouble?"

"Don't be busy, elder sister. Let's talk about family matters."

"It's not busy. Let the younger ones do the work. Otherwise, why would we have so many children?" Old Mrs. Chen was not at all shy and moved a stool to sit down.

"Xiang'er, Luo'er, you two go play with the siblings. You don't have to stay here. Just follow the rules."

"It's my grandmother (my ancestor)"

"Sister, how many people are there in your family?"

Seeing that Mrs. Xue was indeed friendly, Old Lady Chen told them all about the situation at home and some interesting and unusual stories, which made them listen attentively.

"Hello, young gentlemen and ladies." Xue Mingxiang is indeed a lady from a noble family, her demeanor and manners are truly elegant.

Because there were guests at home, the brothers and sisters were all very well-behaved. Although they felt bored, they were patient. When they saw Xue Mingxiang and Xue Luo coming over, they greeted each other.

The elders in the family found them standing aside and found them a bit annoying, so they let them play by themselves. After getting rid of them, they happily left the house with their people.

"Sister Xiang, Sister Luo, let me take you out to play." Qingning was so happy as soon as she went out.

Xue Mingxiang and Xue Luo are also aunt and niece, so they didn't correct Qingning's way of calling her and just let her do it.

"Were the snacks we had at the spring banquet that day made by your family?" Xue Mingxiang's voice was soft and gentle, very pleasant to the ear.

Qing Ning pulled Qing Ke over and said, "Yes, the snacks that day were all made by my eldest sister. She's very skillful with her hands. She's made some new snacks these past two days and I'll bring some back for you to try."

Xue Mingxiang saw that Qingke was about her age and had a natural and youthful appearance. She was delighted and said, "This sister is so skillful and has a truly kind heart!"

"Miss, you are too kind. These food ideas are all my own. I just made them according to the recipes."

"To be able to transform what you learn on paper into something tangible and to do it so well is something that not many people can match. There's no need to be so modest, sister."

"That's right, Sister Xiang is right. Although I know the recipe, I just can't make it, so it still depends on my eldest sister's own ability."

After hearing this, Qingke glared at her helplessly. Her little sister was just like that. She only saw the good in people.

"Qingning, didn't you say you would take us out to play? Where are we going?" Xue Luo was now thinking about letting go and kept urging her.

"Hey, let's go to the stream behind the village to catch crayfish and stone crabs." Qing Ning had been thinking about it for a long time but couldn't eat it.

When they heard this, they all agreed. The stream was not deep, so they were not worried.