Wucheng, Maogouli.
That night, workers in twos and threes walked toward their homes carrying tools.
"Brother, after you came back last time, the government directly promoted you to the position of rural prime minister, rewarded you with hundreds of acres of land, countless money and grain, and two concubines at home. You are not enjoying the blessing at home, and you have worked hard to build roads. What?" asked the skinny man.
Although money is given for road construction, it is very small, and it can only ensure that there is enough to eat and a little leftover.
Although for the vast majority of civilians, this is already a benevolent government, it cannot be more benevolent, but for people with a little bit of wealth, there is no need to work hard from morning to night for this little money.
"Nai Gong is so good at eating. Others eat steamed buns for three days, but Nai Gong I finish it in one meal. I can't bear to eat it at home, but I can eat it freely when I come to build roads. The government's restaurants are full, and I am not at a loss, brother. It's worth saving anything you can." Xiongying said, rubbing his belly.
They all came from poor days. Even if they are rich now, they still don’t want to spend it.
"Well, that's right. For those of us, it's better to save a little." The thin man sighed.
"Besides, it's almost winter. Save some money to buy a pair of shoes for your baby. You can't just stay at home when winter comes. By the way, your sister-in-law is pregnant again. I hope she can give Naigong a daughter this time. If she comes again, You boy, Nai Gong is really exhausted."
The eagle was complaining, but the smile on his face could not be hidden at all costs.
"Congratulations, brother."
"Congratulations, brother."
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When everyone heard this, they all held their hands and expressed congratulations.
"Brother is right. When there is a war next time and the government recruits soldiers, I will definitely go to the battlefield and earn some honors to come back, so that my children will not be bullied in the future." The thin man clenched his fists and said solemnly.
"San'er, you don't even have a mother-in-law, how can you get a baby?" Everyone roared with laughter.
"Why are you laughing at me? Although I don't have a mother-in-law now, it doesn't mean I won't have one in the future. Just wait. After I get home, I will ask my mother to ask someone to arrange a marriage, just... let's just say the girl from Hedong." Three The child stretched his neck and said urgently.
"By the way, brother, we went together to participate in the selection of soldiers a few days ago, and you were the only one selected. Did the government send someone to inform you later?" someone suddenly asked.
"I heard that the soldiers who passed the selection this time all receive military pay. Even if they don't go to the battlefield, they get money and food every month, and they have ministers at home to help farm the land." One person said enviously.
"We just passed the first round. We have to go to Handan to participate in the second round. The specific time has not been notified yet. The county captain said that he will take us there then. It is said that General Lian Po and General Le Yi will personally select soldiers to form a regiment. Military pay is second only to Zhao Feiqi. Nai Gong’s goal is to join General Le Yi’s army." Xiong Ying said, patting his chest.
His military strength is not strong, and he was eliminated when the Guards were selected, but he has good archery skills and is very confident after passing the selection of the Shesheng Battalion.
"Eh? Brother, look, there is a horse parked in front of your house, and a group of people are surrounding the door. The village elders and the village chief seem to be here." San'er suddenly pointed to the front and said.
"What a majestic war horse. I'm afraid it's over seven feet tall."
"When I was in Shangdang, I heard an old man say that a horse over six feet tall is a horse, a horse over seven feet tall is a lion, and a horse over eight feet tall is a dragon. Even if this is not a dragon, it is the most majestic deer."
Everyone said in shock.
Zhao has many horses, but this is the first time they have seen such a majestic war horse.
"Could you be here to invite brother?" San'er said excitedly, as if he was the one being invited.
"Don't talk nonsense, there is probably something else going on." The eagle looked solemn and ran towards home quickly.
Such a majestic war horse is also equipped with stirrups and a saddle. Only Zhao Feiqi and the guards in Zhao State have this configuration. No matter who it is, it means that there is something very important.
"My beloved is back!" Qiang saw the approaching eagle at a glance.
"Father." When the two little ones saw their father, they excitedly ran towards their father and threw themselves into his arms.
"Are you the Eagle?" Zhao Feiqi looked at the Eagle and asked.
"Sir, I am the Eagle." The Eagle put the two children on the ground and said with cupped hands.
"You should have heard about Handan College, right?" Zhao Feiqi said.
"I've heard of it," said the Eagle.
After all, this is not a remote grassland, and the businessmen coming and going have already spread the news everywhere.
"Due to your outstanding performance on the battlefield, Your Majesty will reward you with a place to study in Handan College. It can only be used by yourself and your immediate family members. Sale and transfer are prohibited." Zhao Feiqi said.
"Enter Handan University to study?" Xiong Ying suddenly became extremely excited.
This is reading and literacy, something that only nobles can do since ancient times.
Even though knowledge declined during the Warring States Period, who of those celebrities were civilians?
A nobleman who doesn't have one, and is at worst a down-and-out noble.
However, now the Eagle has an opportunity to study!
"Not bad." Zhao Feiqi smiled and nodded.
"What can I learn?" asked the Eagle.
"You can learn whatever you want, and you will make your own choice when the time comes."
"I'll forget it, let's leave it to the children." Xiong Ying shook his head. Although he also wanted to study, he was more willing to give this opportunity to his children.
He also wanted to make some more contributions and win a place for his second son to study.
"The master." At this time, Qiang tugged on Xiongying's sleeve and whispered.
"What's wrong?" Eagle asked.
"The child is still young, otherwise... you can use this quota." Qiang whispered.
The eagle is not very old, only in his early twenties. In civilian families, people get married early and have children early.
"What about the child?" said the Eagle.
"After you learn to read and write, you will definitely make greater contributions. Are you still worried that your children can't read? Even if they can't enter the academy, you can teach them yourself." Qiang said.
"My mother-in-law is right." Xiong Ying nodded and looked at Zhao Feiqi, "Excuse me, brother, I have already participated in the conscription selection. If I pass the assessment, can I still go to Handan College to study?"
He made up his mind that if he could only choose one of the two, he would go to the Shesheng Camp selection and give up his spot to his son, and then find a way to win a spot for his second son and the child in his mother-in-law's belly.
"It is said that it is possible, but if you have to participate in legion training and study at the same time, it will be very hard." Zhao Feiqi said.
"I'm not afraid of hard work." Xiongying said, patting his chest.
"You decide these by yourself. This is the notice. Bring the notice and household registration to Handan College to register within one month." Zhao Feiqi took out a paper notice from his horse bag and handed it to Xiong Ying.
"Thank you so much, brother!" Xiongying took the notice, picked up the two children, and shouted excitedly, "I want to study! Your dad is going to study."
