Returning to 84, hunting for wealth, one person feeding three families.

As Ye Chen finished speaking, the previously excited crowd fell silent.

Everyone began to ponder.

The development of the times has brought about many changes, such as the abolition of communes and the emergence of individual investment.

These changes have already caused considerable panic!

Everyone here is a capable person from their respective villages, with a lot of connections. They've heard that many people are eyeing this lucrative opportunity in Lao Linzi!

If everyone can truly unite, I dare not say anything else, but at least we can keep this business we have!

After a moment of silence, someone finally spoke up.

"Brother Ye Chen, why don't you tell everyone what the association's plans are?"

"We're all pretty laid-back people, used to being free. If we have to ask everyone to take attendance later, we probably can't manage it!"

Seeing that everyone was expressing their concerns, Ye Chen immediately spoke up.

"This is just an idea of ​​mine. How the association develops afterwards will depend on everyone's decision!"

"According to my plan, after the association is established, it will be responsible for unified acquisition and sales. Everyone can bring their hunted prey directly to the association, which will then negotiate with other merchants!"

"We were all operating independently before, and even if we had some resources, it wasn't much and couldn't affect the market at all. But if we come together, we'll become a force to be reckoned with!"

"As everyone probably knows, having more stock gives you the right to set prices. Even if you sell it for just one cent more, it's still for the benefit of everyone!"

As soon as Ye Chen said this, everyone's eyes lit up, and they felt that it made a lot of sense!

The hunters present were all well-traveled and knowledgeable, so they naturally understood Ye Chen's meaning.

Previously, some large merchants bullied their customers by driving down the purchase price to an extremely low level. The reason why those merchants dared to do this was because they thought that if you didn't sell to them, someone else would!

However, if the association can directly gather everyone, take all the goods in its hands, and then negotiate with the merchants, the other party will change their mind.

There's only so much stock. If you don't want it, someone else will. This way, you naturally gain the upper hand!

"Ye Chen, you're really something else! We country bumpkins never thought of these things. You're really quick-witted!"

"You know what, that's definitely a good thing. The amount of mountain delicacies we bring out from the old forest every year is definitely not small!"

"If it's just this requirement, I'd agree. We can all keep each other in check, so we won't suffer any losses!"

Many people have spoken out, and the association's statement has resonated with the public.

Seeing this, Ye Chen spoke again and revealed his second plan.

"Furthermore, I have another idea. The association won't interfere with what everyone does, but besides the unified sale of goods, everyone must pay a monthly membership fee!"

"Pay money? Ye Chen, you're not planning to take advantage of us, are you?" Upon hearing that they had to pay money, someone immediately stood up to object.

Ye Chen remained calm and waited until everyone had finished speaking before offering his explanation.

"This money, once collected by the association, won't end up in anyone's pocket; it will stay in the account and be used later!"

"Every time we go into the old forest, we're risking our lives. I believe our biggest fear is that we won't come back from there!"

"However, after joining the association, these concerns will naturally be covered by the association. The money paid each month is specifically for handling such matters!"

"If any hunter gets into trouble, the association will cover all expenses, including medical treatment, rehabilitation, and supporting their entire family—all from the money we collect!"

These words immediately caused an uproar, with everyone whispering and discussing among themselves.

Ye Chen was right about one thing: going into the mountains to hunt is a business that puts your head on the line!

Just like Old Li before, he almost lost his life for Li Yan!

The reason why everyone works so hard is for their families, right?

Every time I go into the forest, my biggest worry is that I might get hurt and my whole family would be left unattended!

Ye Chen's statement was essentially providing everyone with an alternative: everyone could go all out, and he would support everyone's families on behalf of the association!

All the last worries have been resolved. The only requirement is to put in a little more effort on a regular basis. All things considered, it's a worthwhile deal!

"Before, every time I went into the mountains, I was filled with anxiety. My family would cry and whine, afraid that I wouldn't come back and that the pillar of our family would collapse. If the association really takes care of my resettlement, we can finally rest easy!"

"That's right, our line of work is extremely dangerous. Sometimes we risk our lives, and sometimes we even lose an arm or a leg. We've been hunters for so long, who can say they haven't been at home recovering from an injury? When something happens, the whole family suffers along with us. I've had enough of this life!"

"If this is really guaranteed, we can go into the mountains without worry anymore. At least we won't have to live in fear. Even if someone passes away, there will be someone to take care of the children at home!"

Immediately, many people nodded in agreement.

Seeing that things were already halfway done, Ye Chen smiled and prepared to add fuel to the fire!

"To be honest, my only purpose in proposing the formation of this association is to become its president!"

"However, if everyone really agrees, I won't be stingy. Tian Cong, go to my house and get a burlap sack from under the bed!"

Ye Chen waved to Tian Cong halfway through his sentence. Tian Cong immediately stood up, and returned a moment later with a burlap sack on his back, which he threw onto the dining table.

In front of everyone, Ye Chen opened the sack, revealing stacks of ten-yuan bills!

"This totals 100,000 yuan. I make my living by working in the forest, but I also have good intentions, so consider this my way of giving back to everyone!"

"If everyone is willing, I will give this money to the association. Consider it our association's first pot of gold. If any family encounters misfortune again, this money will be a safety net, at least ensuring the continuation of our descendants!"

"No need to say anything more, I'm joining this association!"

No sooner had Ye Chen finished speaking than Brother Li stood up, his face flushed and his emotions running high.

"Brothers, what are you standing there for? With so many benefits, what are you still hesitating for?"

"Ye Chen has already made his stance clear. Ten yuan is more than we could earn in a lifetime. With this money as a safety net, he can support our wives and children. People can't just think about their own interests, can they?"

Ye Chen's magnanimous behavior immediately won everyone's approval. Coupled with Brother Li's exemplary actions, everyone nodded in agreement and approved the idea of ​​forming the Hunter Association!

"Brother Ye Chen, you're the most generous person I've ever met. I'm a stickler for principles; I only know how to follow good people. God bless you, you'll be the president from now on, and we'll all follow you!"

"That's right, Brother Ye Chen, with this amount of money you've come up with, I wouldn't want anyone but you to be the chairman!"

"The Hunter Association—we'll finally have someone backing us up! But what exactly do we do with this stuff?"