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

The dinner table.

For the first time ever, the three women sat together.

Seeing Ye Chen busy with various tasks, each person had their own thoughts.

"There weren't many vegetables at home, so I cooked some porridge."

"We'll make do with some pickled vegetables and cornbread."

"I promise, give me some time, and I'll make sure you three eat meat every meal and grow up plump and healthy!"

Ye Chen placed the two plates on the table and said apologetically.

If only I had been more ambitious before, my family wouldn't be in such dire straits.

"Hmph, anyone can talk the talk, but how many of them can actually live a good life?"

"They even eat meat at every meal! Even the village head doesn't get that kind of treatment. I think some people are all talk and no action; putting it into practice is harder than climbing to heaven!"

Luo Ling is proud and arrogant, and she used to like to contradict Ye Chen.

At that moment, he subconsciously expressed his disdain.

But as soon as the words left her mouth, Luo Ling's heart skipped a beat.

Damn it, Ye Chen has finally started to get better.

Will saying this dampen his enthusiasm?

Fortunately, Qian Jiali reacted quickly and took over the conversation, looking directly at Ye Chen and speaking calmly.

"Ye Chen, you have to take things one step at a time. Luo Ling just doesn't want you to make any promises you can't keep."

"You know best what you were like before. If you're still the same, this place... probably won't last long!"

Ye Chen nodded, then awkwardly touched his nose.

That's absolutely true!

Three women nearly lost their lives trying to save themselves.

If you don't have the will to live, you're really pushing people to the brink of despair!

"When a person is about to die, their words are good. I've also had a close call with death these past two days."

"I've thought about some things, and I realize I owe you all so much. You've remained loyal and supportive, so I want to say sorry to you first!"

Ye Chen straightened his posture and stood up, bowing as he apologized.

Upon hearing this, the three women exchanged glances, their eyes filled with joy.

This attitude... it actually seems quite convincing.

Ye Chen has truly turned over a new leaf!

There's hope for the days to come!

"Brother Chen, the past is the past. The three of us will follow you. We don't ask for anything else, we'll be satisfied as long as we can make a living."

Tian Xiaohui was the gentlest of them all, and said softly.

Luo Ling grew a little anxious and quickly added, "That's true, but you can't just rely on words alone, can you?"

"Ye Chen, you keep saying you want to repent, why don't you make a statement right here today? What are your plans for the future?"

At this point, the three women stared intently at Ye Chen.

According to their plan, earning work points by joining the commune is the most reliable option at present!

Although Ye Chen alone could not support a family of four, as long as everyone worked together, things would get better and better.

Qian Jiali, being mature and composed, was afraid that Ye Chen would be at a loss, so she immediately spoke up to remind him.

"Ye Chen, you've been idle and haven't done much serious work. If you really want to live a good life, go find the team leader and find a way out for the commune!"

"No!"

But to everyone's surprise, when three pairs of eyes were staring intently at him, Ye Chen shook his head without hesitation.

"I can't go to the commune, and I have no plans to go!"

Qian Jiali and Luo Ling were stunned on the spot.

The bitterness that had been suppressed in my heart surged up uncontrollably.

After all, it was the wrong payment!

I originally thought Ye Chen had turned over a new leaf, but now it seems that it was just for show!

Otherwise, why would you refuse to join the commune to earn work points?

He clearly doesn't want to endure hardship; he clearly still wants to be that good-for-nothing!

"Last night... I offended the team leader. If I join the commune, not only will I not be able to earn enough work points to support my family, but I'm also afraid I'll be targeted and made life difficult!"

Noticing the change in their expressions, Ye Chen quickly began to explain.

Upon hearing this, Tian Xiaohui, who was standing to the side, shuddered and realized what was happening.

Because of himself, Ye Chen and Liu Changjun have become enemies.

The other party clearly made some harsh remarks before leaving.

The path of the commune is probably truly blocked!

"I...it's all my fault!" Tian Xiaohui's expression darkened as she explained.

Faced with the curious gazes of Luo Ling and Qian Jiali, he truthfully described what had happened the previous night.

"It's all my fault. I'm the one who dragged everyone down and even made it so that Brother Chen couldn't get into the commune!"

"Xiaohui, what are you saying? That bastard Liu Changjun is incredibly audacious. It's lucky Ye Chen didn't teach him a lesson!"

"That's right, Sister Xiaohui, Liu Changjun dared to bully you. Who cares what his status is? Don't even mention the team leader; even if he were the county magistrate, if I were there, I'd slap him!"

Tian Xiaohui was gentle and kind, and she took extra care of the two women who came later in the relationship.

Upon hearing that she had been bullied, Luo Ling and Qian Jiali immediately expressed their support, feeling both indignant and secretly relieved.

Fortunately, it wasn't that Ye Chen was incompetent.

There was a reason for it.

Having offended Liu Changjun, it would indeed be inappropriate to go to the commune to cause trouble.

"What should we do then?" Tian Xiaohui asked, frowning.

Luo Ling and Qian Jiali also frowned.

The safest path is now blocked. Ye Chen only knew how to drink and gamble before, and hadn't experienced much else.

Working in a factory is not an option, but starting a business in the city requires not only capital but also the business acumen!

He has no connections and no skills. In this day and age, can someone really be driven to his death?

"Don't rush!"

Seeing that the three women were panicking, Ye Chen immediately reassured them.

Ye Chen had already made plans for the future long before he even traveled through time.

"We are currently undergoing reforms, overthrowing communes and reorganizing townships, and Heihe County is the best example of this."

"With the leaders above freeing up their resources, the surrounding villages will definitely change as well. Once the commune is abolished, Liu Changjun won't be able to gloat for long."

"Besides, even if this hadn't happened, I never planned to join the commune. There are four mouths to feed in our family, and work points are divided equally among everyone. Even if I do more work, how can one person support a family of four?"

"So... what do you think?" Qian Jiali pressed.

"Our Shuangshu Village is located in a remote area, right next to the forest. Although we are poor, we also have great treasures hidden inside!"

Ye Chen explained, "In the old forest, there are herds of pheasants and rabbits, which are readily available meat. There are also many mountain treasures, such as angelica and wild ginseng. If you just find one, you can exchange it for enough money to eat and drink for half a year!"

"I have a hunting rifle at home, right? I'll take good care of it today, and I'll go hunting in the mountains first thing tomorrow morning."

"Once we're in the forest, how much we harvest depends entirely on our skills. I'm young, quick-witted, and strong; I can definitely support the three of you. Isn't that much better than the commune?"

"There are many wild animals in the mountains. Now in May, bears are most active, and there are also wild boars. I heard they're as big as tanks; if you were hit by one, even a cow couldn't withstand it. You can't go into the mountains!"

Luo Ling was well-informed and had a lot of contact with people, so she had heard many rumors about Lao Linzi.

Upon hearing Ye Chen's plan, he immediately stood up to stop him.

"You just got back from the brink of death. If anything else happens to you, the three of us... no, it's you who owes us. If anything happens to you, who will we three women turn to for repayment?"

"You can do anything, but absolutely not going into the mountains!"