The weak scholar in the end of ancient times

Chapter 34 What a crime

Most of the large families that moved north took the official road. They were unfamiliar with the terrain, had no locals to guide them, and could not get local information. Of course, it was safer to take the official road.

Therefore, the probability of passing a route like this, which deviates from the main road and is completely unknown to outsiders, is small. The cost of trial and error is too high and the loss cannot be borne.

Even if there were, they would only be small groups, and they would evacuate quickly if they found any problems. Small groups can only take limited supplies with them, which means that Wen Gu and his team might be able to find something useful here.

The two small groups, the He family and the Yu family, were already eager to try, their eyes almost glowing green.

These people were quick-witted, but their methods were too wild and inconsiderate of others. If they were simply allowed to search for supplies, they might cause trouble and even create internal discord within the team.

Not efficient, not united.

Wen Gu asked Xiao Liu and County Lieutenant Zhou to explore the road ahead first.

The two men had developed a tacit understanding. Xiao Liu waved his arm, directing Ma Tuan'er in the air to explore forward, while he and County Lieutenant Zhou kept an eye out for hidden dangers on the ground.

Wen Gu called He Da and Yu Er over again.

The two men were already impatient at this time. Seeing Zhou Shan and Xiao Liu moving forward, they also wanted to follow.

Wen Gu said, "County Lieutenant Zhou and Xiao Liu are only going to investigate from afar and won't enter the town. We don't know how many evil creatures are hidden inside. We are unfamiliar with the area, and we have children in our team, as well as a cart carrying supplies. We need to make a plan before moving forward."

The two had to suppress their impatience. They also had to consider their younger brother and niece.

Wen Gu continued, "The town ahead is likely to have supplies. This operation is extremely important. Our team is small, so we need to work together."

The two thought about it and nodded.

After entering the town, we all stayed together and worked together. They understood.

They were able to get a cow and a cart from under the noses of two major groups, the government officials and the grassroots forces, and it was not just their own strength.

"Mr. Wen, you have read a lot of books. What you said must make sense. We will listen to you." He Da expressed his opinion.

If what you say doesn't make sense, that's another matter.

Wen Gu smiled indulgently and said to He Da, "Now that everyone agrees, some tasks need to be assigned. Your younger brother can write and do math, so would you be willing to do the accounting work?"

He Da opened his mouth: "...Ah?"

Wen Gu patiently explained, "He's responsible for keeping the team's inventory and accounts, recording income and expenditure. After a unified operation, when the found supplies are distributed according to merit, he records everyone's distribution details for easy reference."

Of course He Da knows!

Just like the accountant in a big restaurant, he is the manager in charge of finances in a wealthy family.

He just didn't expect that Wen Shusheng would let his younger brother take on such an important job!

In the past, when I was in the county town and was called by the government officials, I was only responsible for copying some unimportant documents and letters. But now...

He didn't think that his younger brothers couldn't do the job well, but he was surprised at Wen Gu's trust in them.

He was very happy and felt that the scholar named Wen had a good eye and could see the talent of his younger brother.

Apart from the scholar named Wen, who else in this team can write and calculate?

There is no third person!
In this way, not only will the younger brother's status in the team be improved, but he will also be paid for doing this kind of work!
He grinned widely.

But there was also a slight disappointment. If I found supplies here, I couldn't keep too much for myself, or it would make things difficult for my younger brother.

Of course, compared to that, my own brothers are more important. As for supplies, it's good to be able to find them, since they are all in the team anyway.

Yu Er next to him had no objection to this.

There really wasn't anyone on their side who could handle this responsibility. Besides, He Xiaodi was different from He Da, not as cunning as He Da. Besides, Wen Shusheng had clearly stated that he could check the accounts.

He Da quickly called his younger brother over.

Wen Gu pried another charcoal pencil from Taoist Qing Yi and taught He Xiaodi how to hold the pencil and how to use it.

"It doesn't matter if your handwriting isn't neat at first, it will be fine with more practice."

After observing him for the past few days, I found that this little brother He has a pretty good ability to learn and adapt flexibly.

"First, make a list and get acclimated. We'll make other records once we officially enter the town to search for supplies."

He Xiaodi took on this important task with a serious expression on his face. Turning around, he couldn't help grinning again.

All his years of learning were now being put to good use, he was now trusted and could even earn a salary. The fatigue from the continuous journey had dissipated, and he was now full of energy!
Wen Gu looked at the spirited little figure and smiled with satisfaction.

That’s great. Another task has been assigned. Even if the number of staff increases several times in the future, he only needs to move his mouth.

Someone else will do the work.

After a while, Zhou Shan and Xiao Liu came back.

They did not enter the town, but only observed from nearby. In the season of withered grass and trees, various signs were easier to discern.

"There shouldn't be many living people or evil things."

In this case, they drove towards the town.

But I didn't go in directly.

Afterwards, the three small groups, each with two people, formed a six-person reconnaissance team.

County Lieutenant Zhou led the team to investigate the area on the edge of the town first.

The Yu family had previously obtained a bow. Yu Er's archery skills certainly could not compare with Xiao Liu, the hunter, but he could barely be considered a long-range combat force.

Zhou Shan led the reconnaissance team and quietly entered the town.

The town was quiet at this time, not much different from many small towns they had seen along the way. The various traces left on the streets and buildings looked like they had been there for a long time.

But they did not let their guard down.

"First, find a pharmacy and a grain store..."

Before Zhou Shan could finish his words, he heard a roar that was even sharper than a wild beast's. It was clearly the roar of an evil creature.

Not only that, but there were also the sounds of people shouting, but they couldn't make out what they were saying. The six of them suddenly changed color. They hid behind a shop and followed the sound. Without a clear understanding of the situation, they didn't dare to act rashly.

There was a figure running in front, holding a cloth bag in his hand.

As he ran, the man grabbed something from his bag and threw it behind him, chanting loudly:

"Heaven and earth have righteousness, which flows freely!"

Another handful of white particles was scattered.

"Below are the rivers and mountains, and above are the sun and stars!"

Another handful of particles flew out, with great force and momentum, as sharp as a peerless hidden weapon.

However, it is of no use.

Although the pursuing evil creature had slowed down a lot due to the low temperature, the one running in front was obviously in poor physical condition, and the distance between the two sides was still shortening.

The person running ahead was shouting until his voice was hoarse, but he was still excited:
"In human terms it is called Haoran, so full that it fills the universe!"

After a while of chasing each other, people and evil creatures were approaching Zhou Shan and his friends.

At this time, the six people also saw clearly what the man was throwing out.

The color is snow-white and the grains are full.

It seems, it seems, probably, it is very likely... glutinous rice!!!

The moment they saw it clearly, the six people were shocked and confused for a moment.

What kind of operation is this?
In the blink of an eye, handfuls of glutinous rice were scattered over there.

Sprinkle it on those evil creatures...

Falling on the filthy ground...

The six people felt their blood pressure suddenly soar.

"My darn thing!"

"Stop it now!"

"Kill them, kill them! Quickly shoot them all!"

"What a sin!!!"

Yu Er held the bow and arrow, and was so angry that he wanted to shoot indiscriminately in that direction.

At this time, Xiao Liu demonstrated his excellent hunter qualities, using real family techniques without any shaking of his hands.

The arrow flew out and pierced the throat of the evil creature in front, but it did not kill it immediately.

Uncle Yu, eager to show off, stabbed the evil creature with a spear modified from a farm tool, ending its life.

The man carrying the bag of glutinous rice was running out of breath. He came in front of the six people and performed a scholar's salute.

It was only then that it became clear that this man seemed to be a Confucian scholar who had not had a good life in this world, with sunken cheeks and a weak constitution.

"Thank you so much... for saving me!"

However, the six people looked at him angrily, as if they were enemies.

He Da's eyes blazed with anger. We were already competing with the livestock for feed, and this idiot was actually spreading sticky rice!
Those who waste food should be cut into pieces, and death is not a pity!
Zhou Shan had been a county lieutenant after all, so he suppressed his rage and asked stiffly, "What were you yelling about just now?"

Could it be a secret code to his accomplices?
The scholar paused and replied, "It's the 'Song of Righteousness', which wards off evil and dispels filth!"

He Da couldn't help but say, "I don't care what song you sing, is it useful? Just tell me, is it useful? So much glutinous rice, all wasted!"

As he said this, he tried to pull the rice bag, but failed.

The scholar blushed, clutched the glutinous rice bag with both hands, and stammered:
"I once read in a book that glutinous rice can ward off evil spirits. Today, I luckily found a bag of glutinous rice used for sacrificial offerings, but in a hurry... I don't know why it doesn't work..."

Xiao Liu immediately explained to him, "You know shit! Using sticky rice to exorcise evil spirits requires magical powers, and you don't have any! It's a complete waste!"

The scholar lowered his head in shame.

Yu Er, who was standing close by, twitched his nose and asked, "What's that smell?"

A little strange, yet familiar.

Hearing that he had a smell, the scholar lowered his head even lower, his ears red. He didn't notice at all that the other people in front of him had an even stronger smell.

At this time, County Magistrate Zhou said, "Let's withdraw first."

Since there is a local alive who can provide more information, it is better to make a plan first and then search the town with a purpose.

They took the scholar out of town. He tried to escape, but was surrounded by six people.

This Confucian scholar is also amazing.

Just now, when facing the evil creature, he scattered glutinous rice with great fanfare, thinking he was so generous. But now, he held the rice bag tightly. He Da tried to snatch it away several times, but failed. Only after Zhou Shan warned him did he stop.

Zhou Shan was worried that the scholar was plotting something and didn't know if he had any accomplices nearby, so he was cautious along the way and asked Xiao Liu to pay attention to the air alert.

However, no one followed.

After returning to the team, Zhou Shan briefly explained what happened.

I learned that the other party had found a bag of top-quality glutinous rice for sacrificial offerings today, but now only a small bag is left, less than one-third of the original. The missing two-thirds were all Yang.

Not to mention the other people in the team whose blood pressure soared after hearing this, even Taoist Master Qingyi felt a pang of blood in his heart.

He gritted his teeth and cursed, "You're a waste! You're completely useless..."

He caught a glimpse of Wen Gu next to him and swallowed it back.

(End of this chapter)