Chapter 17

With this business idea, Fang Chen instantly felt that he had opened a door to becoming rich. There were many things in the technological era. As long as he organized them well, there were many ways to cash out in this era where the foundation of life was backward.

The more he thought about it, the more Fang Chen felt that his future was limitless.

“Young… Young Master, did I… did I say something wrong? I’m a little scared when you… look at me like that,” Old Fang asked carefully. He quickly noticed that Fang Chen was staring at him. His eyes were shining like a wild beast in heat.

“Haha, no… You said it very well. Come, come, I still have a rabbit leg for you. Forget it, take mine and share it with Elder Xu. Give me the grilled fish in your hand. I’ll help you roast it. You guys eat well,” Fang Chen expressed his gratitude to Old Fang enthusiastically.

“Well… well…”

Old Fang really felt that something was wrong with Fang Chen. How could a master do work and a servant enjoy it?

“Don’t worry, eat in peace. I’m in a good mood. I’ll let you enjoy yourself today.”

Fang Chen took over Old Fang’s job without any explanation and started barbecuing happily.

Both Old Fang and Xu Mianfeng sensed the change in Fang Chen, but they did not know why he suddenly went crazy. After confirming that he was just snatching work, they did not care too much and happily enjoyed the fruits of his labor.

The three of them were quite satisfied with the barbecue. They wrapped up the leftovers and saved them for later.

After eating and drinking, the three of them continued on their way. After that, they saw some more refugees. However, this time, Fang Chen did not help them. After all, he knew that he really could not help them.

As they walked, they saw that the sun was about to set. They realized that smoke was rising from the chimney not far away. They were all excited.

“Aiya, Young Master, there’s a village ahead. We can change our taste now. Along the way, what I want to eat the most is hot porridge.” Old Fang realized that Fang Chen’s mood was better, so he spoke more freely.

“Hehe, me too. After all, barbecue is fresh, but it’s not nutritious without soup. We didn’t bring a pot or anything. It’s indeed a good thing to be able to enter the village and eat something like soup.”

Ever since Fang Chen found a way to earn money, he had been in a really good mood. Moreover, he suddenly felt that chatting with Old Fang could actually make him feel even better.

“Hehe, if Young Master likes to cook, we can just buy a pot when we enter the village. I promised Master to take care of Young Master. Forget about the rest, but we have to arrange for food and drinks,” Old Fang answered casually.

“Gee, Old Fang, why didn’t I think of buying a pot? You’re so smart.”

At this moment, Fang Chen really felt that Old Fang was a treasure chest. Especially some of his experience and ideas, they always made him feel enlightened.

“Old Fang, I realized that my understanding of you in the past was too one-sided. I have to apologize to you today. Moreover, I promise that from now on, we will not be master and servant but good friends. If you have anything to say to me in the future, feel free to say it.” Without waiting for Old Fang to respond, Fang Chen said seriously again.

Old Fang was completely certain that something was wrong with Fang Chen. He glanced at Xu Mianfeng, who was clearly surprised by Fang Chen’s words.

“Ah, well… Master, you’re not having another attack, are you?” Old Fang instantly panicked and asked worriedly.

Fang Chen’s eyes were filled with anger, but he quickly returned to normal and said casually, “Don’t worry, I’m doing very well now.”

Old Fang stared at Fang Chen for a long time. After confirming that there was really nothing wrong with Fang Chen, he nodded and said, “It’s good that Young Master is so young. Be it master and servant or friend, I will definitely take good care of Young Master.”

Fang Chen nodded. Hearing Old Fang’s flattery, he did not feel disgusted at all. Instead, he was touched.

As they chatted, they soon saw a mountain village surrounded by mountains on three sides. There was a small river in front of them. This kind of place with mountains and water was definitely the best place for some mountain people to live. Even if there were changes in farming due to disasters, there were mountains and rivers to temporarily support their families.

After going down the mountain path and crossing the wooden bridge over the river, the three of them entered the village on horses. Because they thought that ordinary families rarely had excess food, Old Fang suggested that they go straight to the most wealthy family in the village. This was definitely from experience. Fang Chen and Xu Mianfeng were both full of praise for Old Fang.

“Hey, this village is really strange.” After walking for a while and passing a few houses, Old Fang suddenly frowned and said.

Fang Chen and Xu Mianfeng looked at each other, obviously not noticing anything wrong.

However, both of them knew very well that one of them was the prince with a high status and the other was a powerful individual of a top sect. Neither of them had been out much and they did not know much about such farmers. They did not have much contact, so they naturally did not feel anything strange.

“Old Fang, what’s wrong?” Fang Chen was very satisfied with Old Fang now. Out of trust, he asked casually.

“Young Master, these farmers either farm or hunt and fish. They usually leave early and return late.

In that case, at least many men would be coming home at this time.

Even if all the men had gone home at this hour, there is no sign of anyone passing by. It is too much of a coincidence.

Of course, what puzzles me the most was that there are no children playing and playing along the way. That is most unusual.

After all, at this hour, in a place like this, children are the most irrepressible. Normally, when we come in, there will already be children surrounding us like we’re rare species.”

Old Fang did not say anything unusual. Fang Chen and Xu Mianfeng did not thought about it at first. When they heard it, they felt that he made sense. After listing a few things, the two of them also felt that this village seemed to be so quiet that it was a little strange.

“Be careful.”

Xu Mianfeng’s expression tightened, and he was obviously wary.

Fang Chen lost his initial joy and became cautious.

Of course, they had no intention of retreating from the village. Instead, they quickened their pace and headed towards the wealthy family they had their eyes on.

Compared to the other villagers who had simple courtyard walls surrounded by fences, the wealthy families had large courtyard houses with earthen walls. It could really be said to be a high gate courtyard here. It was unique.

Thud thud thud…

When they reached the door, Old Fang took the initiative to knock, but there was no question or response from inside for a long time.

“What’s going on? Surely there’s someone there?”

Fang Chen went to the door in surprise and tried to see the situation in the courtyard through the crack.

“No. I can sense someone’s there, but they seem reluctant to receive us,” Xu Mianfeng said affirmatively.

“Forget it. This house doesn’t accept visitors. Let’s find another place!”

Fang Chen tried knocking again, but the person inside did not move, so he gave up.

However, after trying a dozen more houses, no one came to open the door. Just as they were all feeling restless, the sound of crying came from one family’s courtyard.

Fang Chen and the others quickly went over and realized that it was a family with a relatively good status, with the house having tall courtyard walls. They quickly knocked on the door.

After knocking twice, they heard someone running out. Fang Chen and the others were delighted.

But as soon as the door opened, a man with bloodshot eyes rushed out with a kitchen knife.