After wearing it: I traded a pig for a man.

"Anhe, go find your grandpa and grandma first. Your aunt will make you something delicious." Jiang Yun Ning couldn't do anything herself, so she could only try to get him to leave.

Jiang Anhe nodded, then glanced at the group again. Seeing that they were just cooking and hadn't done anything to Jiang Yunning, she felt relieved.

Because Wang Dahe was there, the food was served on the large dining table in the main room.

A portion was left in the kitchen for the six people to eat.

"What is this? Why is it both sour and spicy? I feel so good after eating it!" Wang Dahe said in surprise.

The thing in the bowl was long and thin, somewhat translucent. It looked like noodles, but not quite.

"Hot and sour noodles," Jiang Yun Ning said with a smile.

Since becoming pregnant, Liu Yuzhi has been prone to vomiting no matter what she eats, except for strong-flavored foods, which help her a little.

Liu Yuzhi didn't touch the chicken soup next to her, but kept picking up spicy chicken pieces and slurping up hot and sour noodles with three large spoonfuls of chili.

"Brother Wang, I'm planning to find a shop in town to sell hot and sour noodles. What do you think?" Jiang Yun Ning asked him.

Wang Dahe nodded repeatedly: "Of course, no problem. Winter is coming soon, it's a sure thing."

After the meal, everyone's bellies were round and full.

After exchanging a few more casual words, Wang Dahe got up and left.

When they come down to conduct official business, they stay directly in the town, waiting until they have finished visiting several nearby villages before moving to another location.

Before leaving, Jiang Yuning packed him another two jin of vermicelli.

As soon as the courtyard gate closed, Dongmei and the others quickly and efficiently cleared the dining table.

"Girl, why did you buy so many all at once?" Wang Cuihua felt like there were suddenly six more people in the house, and she didn't feel comfortable talking to them.

Jiang Yunning explained, "Mother, Brother Wang said that next year's convicts will be sent to the drought-stricken areas in the west, where many people have died. I'm worried that there will be many refugees after the weather warms up. The three men I bought all know how to fight."

Jiang Laosan kept sucking on his pipe, remaining silent.

"What? It's that serious?" Liu Yuzhi also started to worry.

If there really are refugees, the world will be in turmoil again. We've finally found a peaceful life, and I really don't want to be living in fear again.

"Father, Mother, Yun Ning, should we stock up on some food?" She touched her belly, which wasn't showing yet, and became increasingly worried.

Jiang Laosan nodded: "We'll get it. This thing isn't afraid of breaking, it's better than being clueless when the time comes."

"But if we're the only ones stockpiling grain, it will definitely attract the attention of the villagers." Jiang Che frowned and turned to look at Jiang Yun Ning: "So it would be best if the whole village could stockpile grain."

Jiang Yuntian was a little confused. He had just recovered from the news that there would soon be refugees, and then he heard Jiang Che say that the whole village should stockpile grain.

"What? Make the whole village stockpile grain? How is that possible? Why would they listen to us?" Jiang Yuntian scratched his head, looking worried.

Jiang Yun Ning didn't speak, but just pursed her lips and pondered.

The food in the space is enough to feed twenty people for three years. Moreover, the space can continuously replenish food, and there is no shortage of chicken, duck, fish, or meat. She also bought a lot of daily necessities and even prepared a full range of herbs.

But Jiang Che is right. If the whole village goes hungry and becomes emaciated, then...

Those who can get enough to eat will only become someone else's granary.

The village has over a hundred people, not to mention that people from other villages might come to rob it.

There's no chance of winning in a head-on confrontation.

"It's all just speculation. Maybe the refugees won't even pass through here. Even if we really want the villagers to stockpile grain, we'll have to wait until after the New Year and spring to find an opportunity to talk to the village head."

When the time comes, let the village headman take charge.

"Yes, but it's always good to be prepared." Jiang Che nodded. "Don't worry, I'll protect you."

Jiang Anhe was so sleepy that his head was starting to throb, and he couldn't quite understand what the adults were saying.

"Miss, it's getting late, the hot water is ready." Granny Zheng was pushed out by several people, and looked at Jiang Yun Ning with some nervousness as she spoke.

They had just arrived at the Jiang family and were not familiar with the family's rules or the relationships within it. All they knew was that Jiang Yun Ning had bought them.

Jiang Yun Ning then realized she hadn't introduced them yet: "Granny Zheng, please come in. Let me tell you about the family relationships."

Granny Zheng nodded repeatedly and beckoned the people outside to come in.

"This is my father, my mother, my eldest brother, my sister-in-law, and my nephew. This is my husband," Jiang Yun Ning introduced them one by one.

"Granny Zheng, you mainly stay with my mother. Dongmei, you can read, so you'll stay with me. Chunyan, you take care of my sister-in-law. She's pregnant, so someone needs to help her. You can divide the household chores, such as laundry and cooking."

"Yes, young lady."

The three people whose names were called bowed their heads in response.

Wang Cuihua said somewhat shyly, "Daughter, I'm not used to having someone with me."

Liu Yuzhi nodded as well.

Although life at home has improved, it's still a bit strange to have people do chores for us.

Jiang Yun Ning turned around: "Mother, sister-in-law. You'll have to get used to it eventually."

Before the two could speak, she looked at the three men.

"Cai, Fu, Chang happy, the three of you will guard the gate and the yard. You'll also be responsible for the heavy lifting like chopping wood, sweeping the yard, feeding the pigs, and running errands."

"Okay, girl."

After giving all the instructions, Jiang Yun Ning was also a little tired: "You can stay in the two rooms next door. There are blankets inside."

The group agreed and walked outside.

"Girl, we, we..." Jiang Laosan was at a loss for words, and didn't even understand his own feelings at that moment.

He admitted that Jiang Yunning was right, and that the family needed help.

But suddenly there were six strangers, who were there to serve them, and they felt a little uncomfortable.

"Father, I know what you want to say." Jiang Yun Ning stood up: "We have a long life ahead of us. You and Mother should learn to enjoy life."

Jiang Che followed beside her: "I want to bring wealth. They get up early to practice martial arts."

Jiang Yun Ning nodded, having no objection.

No sooner had the two left the main room than Granny Zheng entered with a basin of warm water, bowing respectfully to Jiang Laosan and Wang Cuihua: "Master, Madam, this servant will assist you with your washing up."

Wang Cuihua was stunned for a long time before she realized that someone was calling her. She immediately jumped up from her chair and exclaimed, "Oh dear, this won't do, this won't do!"

Liu Yuzhi was secretly enjoying the commotion when Chunyan came in carrying water: "Grandpa, Grandma, which room do you two live in?"

Upon hearing this address, Liu Yuzhi's smile froze instantly, and she waved her hands repeatedly, saying, "No, no, no, I can do it myself!"

In the courtyard, Dongmei brought over a bowl of water but didn't see Jiang Yunning. Just then, Jiang Che opened the door and came out: "Young Master! Is the young lady inside?"

Compared to the awkwardness of Wang Cuihua and the others, Jiang Che showed no discomfort whatsoever, as if he was born to be served.

He nodded and took the wooden basin directly: "Yes, just give it to me. I'll take care of her when I'm around. If I'm not, you can bring it to her."

Dongmei paused for a moment, then immediately bowed her head and replied, "Yes, sir. I've got it."