In a chaotic world of infrastructure development, a woman's path to survival after being reborn

The soldiers' cold refusal angered many civilians. Some of them had lost all reason and spoke up, saying, "Why can't we? We want to see the general, we want to know why, why we aren't given potato seeds. We are all citizens of the city, why are we treated like this?"

Those who say this usually like to stand out from the crowd, and now they oppose it without regard for anything else, even trying to incite others around them.

Because the potato seed harvest was so important, many people became anxious. They weren't as extreme as the person who had spoken earlier, but they still asked, "Why? Why won't you let us see the general?"

The scene was chaotic and noisy; even those inside the mansion could feel the commotion outside.

Having anticipated this scene, Su Li wasn't surprised. Hearing the discontent outside, she said to Mo Bei, "Take some men and get the situation under control. Tell them to go back and wait for news. As for those troublemakers who like to stand out, have them arrested and thrown into jail to reflect on their actions. They cause trouble at the slightest provocation. Do they think the General's Mansion is a marketplace?"

Having long been itching to take action, Mo Bei nodded immediately upon hearing this and beckoned the soldiers around him to head out of the mansion.

The soldiers who were originally guarding outside the mansion immediately stepped forward when they saw Mo Bei arrive with his men and said, "General Mo Bei, this group of people is causing a disturbance outside the mansion and we can't get rid of them no matter what we do."

Mo Bei led his soldiers out of the mansion, looked at the people who had become quiet because of their appearance, and sneered, "Weren't you very talkative just now? Why are you silent now?"

Upon hearing Mo Bei's words, several of the ringleaders remained arrogant and shouted loudly, "What? You've done such a thing and we're not allowed to say anything? We're all city dwellers. Why do those people get potato seeds while we don't? You're discriminating against us."

Staring at the group of people who were leading the commotion, Mo Bei didn't hold back. He gave a signal to a soldier beside him, who immediately drew his sword and dragged the group of people hiding in the crowd out.

The soldiers moved swiftly, giving no one a chance to react. The ringleaders were quickly arrested. The feeling of having a knife to one's neck was not pleasant, so the arrogant men from before didn't dare to utter a word.

The other civilians, who had not expected this scene, stood there dumbfounded, unsure of how to react.

Seeing that the scene had quieted down, Mo Bei then asked, "Does anyone else have other ideas?"

After this question was asked, no one dared to answer. Most people were terrified, fearing they would be the next to be arrested.

No one answered, which didn't surprise Mo Bei. He continued, "You didn't get any potato seeds. You should reflect on yourselves and look for the reasons within yourselves."

Upon hearing this, many people exchanged glances and then tentatively said, "Sir, if you tell us where we have done wrong, we will correct it, as long as you can give us some seeds."

Many people thought that since potatoes were so productive, they genuinely wanted to make changes. Seeing that Mo Bei's attitude showed no signs of softening, they couldn't help but kneel down before him and plead, "Sir, could you please have some kindness and give us some seeds too?"

Seeing the people kneeling before him, Mo Bei frowned and told them to stand up. Then he said, "I didn't say I wouldn't give you the seeds, but not now. Go back and wait for news. We will notify you to come and collect them when we have news."

"Don't linger here and cause trouble, or the soldiers won't be so polite."

Upon hearing this, the people realized they might also receive a share of the seeds, and their eyes widened in surprise. Without Mo Bei saying anything, they immediately turned and left.

After the people left, Mo Bei looked at the few people being held down by the soldiers. Seeing their terrified expressions, he didn't wait for them to beg for mercy and snorted coldly, "You guys can go to the prison for a few days. Since you like to cause trouble so much, then go cause trouble in the prison."

Mo Bei's serious expression was frightening. The men who were being held down by the soldiers with knives dared not utter a sound. They all regretted their actions.

The soldiers took the people away, and Mo Bei returned to the mansion to report. He said, "The people have been dispersed. I told them to go home and wait for news. The ringleaders have also been arrested. I'll put them in jail for a few days to make them behave."

Hearing Mo Bei's words, Su Li nodded and said, "You did a good job. That's how it should be. Be more assertive."

Seeing that Su Li didn't blame him, Mo Bei breathed a sigh of relief and then said, "Madam, I've told them to go back and wait for news. What are your plans?"

Upon hearing this, Su Li did not answer immediately, but instead asked, "Mo Bei, what do you think of these potatoes?"

Caught off guard by Su Li's question, Mo Bei paused slightly before answering without hesitation, "Very good. Potatoes are a great crop. With them, we won't have to worry about anyone starving to death anymore."

Hearing Mo Bei's words, Su Li said, "I think so too. Originally, I was thinking of distributing potato seeds so that everyone could plant them freely, but after what happened today, I feel that this idea is wrong."

Unexpectedly, Su Li said that, and Mo Bei asked with some confusion, "Why?"

"Because this thing is too important, we have to keep it in our own hands," Su Li explained.

Mo Bei wasn't too stupid. Hearing this, he immediately understood and exclaimed, "Madam, you're afraid that this seed will get out of hand."

Su Li nodded and then said, "I hadn't thought of this before, but today's riot by the people made me realize that now is not the best time to spread the word about the potato seeds."

Mo Bei understood immediately and nodded, saying, "It really can't be leaked now."

Since it can't be spread, there has to be another way. Thinking of the potato seeds that had been distributed earlier, Su Li thought for a moment and then said, "Mo Bei, there is something I need you to do now."

Upon hearing this, Mo Bei quickly asked, "What is it, Madam? Please give your instructions."

"Wait a moment, you go..." Su Li instructed in a low voice.

Having understood Su Li's meaning, Mo Bei thought for a moment and then said, "Understood."

……

Regardless of Su Li's current plans, the people outside are extremely concerned. Although they listened to advice and returned home, they felt uneasy whether sitting or lying down at home. It felt like hundreds or thousands of ants were crawling on their hearts, and they were all extremely anxious.

Out of their anxiety, some people couldn't resist their curiosity and went to the homes of people who grew potatoes, wanting to find out what was going on.