Reborn in 1977, starting with severing ties with family.

Jiang Sen and Wang Haiyang came up with a plan on their way back.

They each took out fifteen yuan.

I had promised Zhao Erhu and the others that I would share the money from the mushrooms I picked and sold.

If we give each of them ten dollars right now, we guarantee they'll want to keep making money.

We'll talk to them about going up the mountain later.

When going hunting in the mountains, invite the three of them along. Of course, make sure to tell Zhao Erhu and Zhao Guangming to whisper something behind each other's backs, and also make sure to get the guns.

After we hunt the game, we'll just give it to the three families.

They found Zhao Erhu, whispered for a while, and then gave him thirty yuan to distribute to Erluzi and Heizi.

As for how much he would give to the two of them, Jiang Sen didn't care.

When asked to borrow a gun from Zhao Guangming to go hunting in the mountains, Zhao Erhu readily agreed.

Jiang Sen and Wang Haiyang only turned back after he left.

Back at their lodgings, Mao Jun and Hu Zhiqing were roasting potatoes by the stove, each holding a book and reading.

A few days ago, after Dashanzi and the others came, Jiang Sen told him about the resumption of the college entrance examination, and Dashanzi also started reading.

Naturally, he wouldn't forget Sun Guohong and Shao Jiajia.

As for the rest, let nature take its course!

"You're back?" Ho Chi Thanh asked with a smile. "I roasted some potatoes, they'll be ready in a bit."

Jiang Sen smiled, picked up a stool, sat down, and said, "Captain, I need to discuss something with you!"

"What's all the mystery about? Just tell me!"

Ho Chi Thanh was in a great mood.

Everything changed after Jiang Sen arrived.

In the past, we would fight with the people of Jiazi Village at the slightest disagreement.

Arguing is a common occurrence.

They also blocked their food and supplies.

In the dead of winter, there was no firewood. I wanted to go into the mountains to collect some, but the villagers wouldn't let me go up.

Now, not only have relations improved, but the village has also allocated land for them to build houses, saying that they can live with the villagers in the spring.

Their attitude also changed completely.

Now I am not only the leader of the educated youth team, but also the deputy village head. Although I can't manage the villagers, I can manage the educated youth.

But with an office, there's no longer a need to sit on the ground outside to hold meetings and encourage everyone.

They also occasionally indulge in a meat dish.

I also received news that the college entrance examination would soon be reinstated.

These days seem pretty good.

Therefore, he was deeply grateful to Jiang Sen.

Jiang Sen didn't keep anyone in suspense and recounted what he had discussed with Wang Haiyang.

After speaking, Ho Chi Thanh frowned and pondered.

Mao Jun, on the other hand, seemed to have perked up.

"I think this is a great idea! It will not only make winter easier for everyone, but also allow us to exchange more cloth and cotton. Look at how many people here have cotton-padded coats that have all the cotton gone, leaving only two layers of skin. They're not as warm as a thick sweater!"

Hu Zhiqing was not a pedantic person, but he was worried that doing things this way might cause trouble for Jiang Sen and Wang Haiyang.

Hearing this, Jiang Sen patted Wang Haiyang on the shoulder, "What trouble? He'll handle it! Right?"

Wang Haiyang didn't mince words and nodded directly, "At least, it won't cause trouble for the farm. We're not doing anything wrong; we're just struggling to survive and relying on our own efforts! It won't escalate to the point of causing trouble."

"What if someone reports us for speculation and profiteering?"

Jiang Sen said, "I'm not afraid! We're not really speculating or profiteering. We're exchanging our hard-earned money for supplies through legitimate channels, within the bounds of the policy. I'm not afraid of going to Kyoto."

Having said all that, Ho Chi Thanh made up his mind.

The practice of gathering wild produce to change their diet is not something that has been around for just a day or two.

I even had some wild boar meat today!

Oh, right, Captain Luo, the new captain at the team headquarters, also ate some.

"Alright! However, I can speak to the village about borrowing guns on your behalf. As for the person to take the lead..."

“Captain!” Jiang Sen said, “There’s really no need for such formality. The village doesn’t plan to let them all know. Otherwise, if there’s only one pheasant, should we give them a head or a leg? We’ll decide that ourselves. As for the candidates, Wang Haiyang and I will pick them. They have to be brave. Those who are timid won’t do. If they see a wild boar, they’ll turn around and run away. Not only will they delay things, but they might also hold others back and put others in danger.”

"Okay! We'll do it your way!"

After finishing their business and eating roasted potatoes, Jiang Sen and Wang Haiyang went out again.

He already had someone in mind.

Dashanzi was among them, because he knew how to shoot and was well taken care of on the mountain.

And then there's Wei San.

It can be considered as giving him a hand, making him even more devoted to her.

Adding himself and Wang Haiyang, that makes four candidates.

If Zhao Erhu called up Erlvzi and Heizi, seven people would be enough.

Too many people can actually cause problems.

That’s it!

They went to find Dashanzi and Wei San, explained the situation, and the two agreed without hesitation.

But as he was leaving, Wei San stopped Jiang Sen and asked in a low voice, "Do you still want to continue with what you asked us to do?"

Jiang Sen said, "Normally we just need to keep an eye on things, but now it's snowing heavily everywhere, and cars can't even get through on the roads. Even if they wanted to do something, they couldn't."

Wei San finally breathed a sigh of relief.

After that, Jiang Sen went to the village with Wang Haiyang.

Zhao Erhu was already waiting for them at the entrance of the village committee.

"Is it all done?" Jiang Sen asked him.

Zhao Erhu grinned and patted his chest, "Definitely no problem! But..." He hesitated again.

"Speak up!"

"That's right, my dad asked me to ask you if I can bring my brother along."

Good heavens, this Zhao Guangming not only brought Zhao Erhu up the mountain with him, but also Zhao Dahu.

Isn't this just trying to get an extra advantage?

Eight people is no problem either.

Jiang Sen nodded in agreement, "Of course, no problem. However, I must make it clear that since this was our idea, the game we hunt will only give one-third of the spoils to your village."

"Why isn't it half?" Zhao Erhu was a little unhappy.

“Think about it! There are so many of us educated youth. We’ve already agreed to exchange some of our resources for small items like needles and thread. If we give you half, what will we have left?” Seeing that Zhao Erhu was still a little unhappy, Jiang Sen continued, “Besides, when we get back the goods, won’t you also get some benefits? One-third for the three families isn’t bad! Don’t you think so?”

Zhao Erhu was swayed by the "benefits".

Jiang Sen gave him thirty yuan today, but he only gave five yuan each to Erluzi and Heizi, keeping twenty yuan for himself.

That’s twenty dollars!

That's more than a month's salary for an average worker.

He thought for a moment, then finally nodded. "Okay! But I need to talk to my brother about this first, otherwise I'll definitely get a beating if I tell my dad!"

"I don't care what you say. We'll go up the mountain together, and only we'll know how much prey we catch."

Zhao Erhu nodded. "Okay! When are we going?"

"It's late today. We'll meet at the entrance to the mountain after breakfast tomorrow morning."

"Then I'll go back first!"

"There are four of us here. Don't forget your guns, and make sure you have enough bullets!"

"Don't worry, I know what's going on!"

Watching Zhao Erhu's departing figure, Jiang Sen and Wang Haiyang walked back.

Wang Haiyang said, "I never would have guessed you were like the Big Bad Wolf! Little bunny, open the door... haha!"

Jiang Sen thought about it for a moment and realized that he did indeed have the potential to be a wolf in sheep's clothing.