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After talking with the village chief of Jinhe Village, Village Chief Tian gathered a group of villagers and followed Ruan Mumu and Qiao Tinghao to the foot of Jiushi Mountain to clean up the training ground.

"Hey, Xiaojun, what's that cart you're pushing called?" Ruan Dashan, carrying a hoe, was walking on the road to Jiushi Mountain when he saw Ruan Xiaojun pushing a wheelbarrow and asked curiously.

Ruan Xiaojun said proudly, "This is called a 'dumping cart' by Mumu. It's much more convenient for hauling things than those flatbed carts and wheelbarrows."

"Then why don't you give it a try?" Ruan Dashan looked eager to try.

Ruan Xiaojun leveled the wheelbarrow, took the hoe from Ruan Dashan, and let him push the wheelbarrow. Since someone else was doing the work, why not?

"Hey, Xiaojun, this cart is so easy to push, it's effortless! Hmm, these wheels are unique too, where do carts like this come from?" Ruan Dashan asked curiously.

"As long as it's useful, don't ask too many questions," Ruan Xiaojun replied.

The two quickly arrived at the foot of Jiushi Mountain, where many people had already arrived. Qiao Tinghao and Ruan Mumu had already begun arranging for people to clean up the site.

"Xiaojun, Mumu is really capable now. What kind of man will be worthy of such a capable girl in the future?" Ruan Dashan whispered to Ruan Xiaojun.

"Get to work, what are you asking around for? Mu Mu is still young!" Ruan Xiaojun rolled his eyes at Ruan Dashan.

After everyone had assembled, twenty group leaders were chosen to lead their teams, each with twenty people. The sheer number of people—several hundred—created a truly spectacular sight.

"Everyone, just do as I say. Clear out a running track on this flat area. Also, level out the area inside the circle. This is our most important training base. We'll also clear out another area later to set up obstacles."

"Another group of people will be sent up the mountain to make two paths that can accommodate three people walking side by side. They will be very useful later..." Qiao Tinghao arranged the division of labor among the group.

"Everyone must cooperate actively in this work. This work is for our own benefit, so no one is allowed to slack off. Anyone caught slacking off will be kicked out of the village," the village chief declared authoritatively.

"Okay!" the villagers responded loudly, their voices startling the birds in the forest into scattering.

"Oh no! I've been so busy these past few days that I think I forgot to ask Uncle Donghuai to make a batch of long benches. Brother, you stay here and watch over them while I go look for Uncle Donghuai. I think I just saw him," Ruan Mumu exclaimed.

"Don't worry! I mentioned him to you yesterday, and he should be coming to see you tonight," Qiao Tinghao reassured him.

Since their conversation, their relationship has become much closer than before, because they both know that they are not related as siblings. However, they are both too young to be in a romantic relationship here.

After learning that Ruan Mumu had once secretly harbored feelings for him, Qiao Tinghao doted on her even more.

Looking at the pretty and lovely girl, he felt it was a pity that he hadn't met her back in military school. If he had met her then, perhaps it would have been another wonderful relationship!

He has a different face here now. I wonder if Mumu prefers his old self or his current self? Although he doesn't look bad here now, he still prefers his old appearance.

The only thing that makes him feel fortunate now is that they are younger than before. He is still the same age as Mumu, so he still has many opportunities, which makes him feel at ease.

"Brother, what are you thinking about so intently? I've called you three times already," Ruan Mumu said, patting Qiao Tinghao on the shoulder.

Qiao Tinghao was jolted awake by Ruan Mumu's pat and quickly asked, "What's wrong, little girl?"

Before, when Qiao Tinghao called Ruan Mumu "Yatou" (丫头), it was because he felt she was young and calling her "Yatou" showed affection for his younger sister. Now, when he calls her "Yatou," it suddenly feels like a special nickname for her, and he unconsciously feels a bit doting on her.

Seeing that Qiao Tinghao seemed a little off, Ruan Mumu asked suspiciously, "Brother, are you alright?"

Qiao Tinghao looked at her helplessly and said, "You silly girl, what could possibly be wrong with me? I'm just mentally working out a training plan!"

"Should we move our shooting range to a different location? I'm worried that if they're all lined up together, some unscrupulous people might use it against us." Ruan Mumu asked with some concern.

“You’re right to have concerns,” Qiao Tinghao agreed.

"Mumu, it's perfect that you two are here. Let's find somewhere else to talk." Doctor Liu came hurrying over, a little out of breath. Yesterday he went to Xiyang County. Ruan Mumu asked him to look at shop locations there, planning to open a pharmacy and a daily necessities store.

"Uncle Liu, what's wrong?" Ruan Mumu asked quickly, seeing his anxious expression.

“Such a large-scale training program might be inappropriate. I saw the village chief when I came back just now. He said that you have joined forces with the people of Jinhe Village for training, which brings the total to nearly a thousand people. If the imperial court finds out about this, they might convict you of a fabricated crime…” Doctor Liu said worriedly.

He knew that person better than anyone else. No matter how small the disturbance, he would immediately investigate thoroughly, but when it came to truly important matters, he would just let them slide without a second thought.

"You actually forgot such an important thing, Uncle Liu, do you have any suggestions?" Qiao Tinghao was surprised, but then he realized that the emperor was worried that someone was raising a large army, which might be detrimental to the court.

"You should train separately! It's really not appropriate to have such a large-scale operation. The people from Jinhe Village and our village can train in shifts, and we should choose two more training grounds," Dr. Liu suggested.

"Uncle Liu, it seems you're quite an extraordinary person! Are you some kind of master who's hiding here in seclusion?" Ruan Mumu said jokingly.

Dr. Liu smiled but said nothing.

"Looks like I guessed right. I've always felt that Uncle Liu has a different aura. I'm very curious! When will you tell me, Uncle Liu?" Ruan Mumu asked again with a smile.

"Let's talk about this later. Let's get the training sorted out first! I need to go home and change my clothes. I just got to the village and came straight here to find you." Doctor Liu didn't say much more and hurried away.

Ruan Mumu looked at Qiao Tinghao and said in a low voice, "Brother, Uncle Liu is right about this. Let's go talk to Grandpa Village Chief right away. We can still make it to Jinhe Village now. Go and drive the carriage over. I'll wait for you here." Ruan Mumu urged.

"Alright, let's not delay. Once you've settled things here, I'll go catch the carriage and pick up the village chief. Then we'll head straight to Jinhe Village." Qiao Tinghao hurriedly left.

"Big brother, come here for a moment. I have something to do and I need to go out with Third Brother. Keep an eye on this place..." After Ruan Mumu finished giving her instructions, Qiao Tinghao drove over in his carriage.