This group of people who had returned from Stanlow had arrived at the gate of Hope Village.
When they saw the familiar "guard" at the door, many people's eyes turned red again.
Only when they could really see that the people in this territory were people did they feel like the dust had settled.
The residents of Hope Village who came after receiving the news saw this scene when they came out.
But what flashed in everyone's eyes was unbearable.
Not for anything else, but because these people look really miserable.
All of them were skinny and skinny, none of the clothes on their bodies were in good condition, and some of the exposed flesh still had obvious whip marks... It looked like they had been abused to this degree.
At this time, a group of people also noticed the residents of Hope Village. Although they did not look the same as them, they were all human beings, so they were definitely the same.
One of them took courage and said, "We came back from Stanlo, and Hope Village exchanged us."
Hearing this, the residents of Hope Village were a little surprised. Some people hesitated and said, "Stanlo Village? Isn't that the territory of the orcs?"
"Yes, we were kidnapped by orcs before and used as slaves."
"I thought we would never be free again, but I didn't expect that after your victory this time, you would be willing to exchange the spoils for us."
"If there's anything we need to do, just ask."
"We just hope you will let us stay in Hope Village."
"..."
After hearing these people's words, the residents of Hope Village reacted one by one.
They had heard that other races would plunder human resources and use them as slaves, but that was all hearsay, and today they really saw it.
No wonder they are so miserable!
Also, how can life be good if you are a slave in the hands of orcs?
However, it was the territory that exchanged these people back? That’s one of our own!
Zhou Bai was also among them. Seeing the miserable appearance of them, old and young, he was glad that he had made the choice to exchange them.
Then he looked at the cautious look of these people and said directly, "Hope Village is currently short of people and does not refuse to accept residents. As long as you can afford to pay."
"How much do you need?" Someone couldn't help but ask, with anxiety on his face.
"Tourist status costs 10 copper coins per day, and resident status only costs 10 silver coins." Zhou Bai said, "Even if you don't have it now, you can get it quickly. For those who collect wood and stone in the territory, 1 unit of wood will cost 1 copper coin, and 1 unit of stone will cost you 10 copper coins." 2 copper coins, currently unlimited."
The price Zhou Bai said made everyone happy.
With such a low price, it is indeed easy for them to enter Hope Village. Even if they cannot become residents, they can still become tourists. As for residents, they can just save up slowly.
As long as their health recovers, it will be a matter of time before they make money.
Not to mention, Hope Village actually collects these resources without limit.
Immediately, someone spoke.
"We can go collect it now, but we may need your help to sell it? Is that okay?"
The person who asked was also cautious.
Hearing this, other people also reacted one after another.
These people are not like them.
At least for now, it's even worse than them!
….
They are not even prepared to take a break and start working again. They are probably penniless!
After thinking about it, someone spoke up.
"No problem, but you should eat something first and rest before you go!"
"Look, some of you have families with you, so it's not appropriate to be outside here."
"Let's lend you some money first and enter the territory first, and you will pay us back later?"
"..."
Everyone said something to each other, which instantly confused this group of people.
It's really because they have never seen such friendly residents. They borrow money for free.
It's all been said.
After the initial touch, a thought couldn't help but arise in their minds.
Is there a scam here?
As soon as the idea came up, it was quickly suppressed.
If it's a territory where the details are unknown, maybe they should be more vigilant.
But this territory, having just given up easy loot, saved them.
The residents in this territory should not have any bad intentions towards them.
"Thank you." In the end, many people chose to accept the help.
There is really no other way.
They don't eat well, sleep well in the orc territory, and have to face heavy labor every day when they wake up. Over time, their bodies can no longer bear it. They can persist here because they rely on their strength. The strength is supporting it.
If they continue to collect resources, it will indeed be easy to lose them outside.
And it's a loan now, and they will definitely pay it back when they recover.
After they agreed, someone on the scene started borrowing money without hesitation.
After lending it out, some people took the opportunity to take others inside.
Fortunately, you can also learn more about the world through these native residents.
There is strength in numbers, and in a short time, more than two hundred local residents were divided up and brought to Hope Village.
And after they entered Hope Village and looked at the prosperous territory, they couldn't help but stare straight at each one.
Is this...still a village?
Smelling the aroma coming from the commercial street, many people's stomachs began to growl.
However, many people still tolerated it and avoided it, as if they would stop being hungry as long as they didn't look at it.
However, some children in the team couldn't help it and stared straight at it without blinking.
"Mom, it smells so good!" A little girl couldn't help but muttered to her mother.
As a mother, Miranda couldn't help but feel a sore nose when she heard this.
"Be good, I'll take you to eat again when I have the chance."
"Okay." The little girl responded obediently. Having lived in the territory of the orcs, these children have long known how to read words and emotions. Only by being obedient can they survive.
Zhou Bai stood aside and couldn't help but sigh, but in the end he still didn't buy them food.
You can tell at a glance that these people are in a state of starvation for a long time. This situation is not suitable for eating too greasy food.
In this way, this group of people walked along the avenue in the territory, and soon arrived at the restaurant.
The restaurant is large enough and serves white porridge. It is indeed a good place to temporarily accommodate people.
….
As soon as they entered the restaurant, these people were arranged to sit down, and soon a bowl of gruel and steamed buns were placed in front of everyone.
Even such simple eating is extremely rare for them, and it is also the most suitable at this time.
I could hold it back in the commercial street before, but I couldn't hold it back at this moment.
Most people in the entire restaurant couldn't wait to eat.
And a small number of people endured and took care of the weak people and children first.
Miranda was one of them. Even though she was very hungry at this moment, she fed her daughter immediately.
"Mom, it's delicious."
"If it tastes good, eat more."
"Mother, you eat too."
"Yeah." Miranda responded, her eyes turning red unconsciously.
The child followed her in the orc territory and really suffered a lot.
In order to protect them, the child's father had died in the orc territory.
Now that she is safe, she will raise her children well no matter what the cost.
At this moment, the minds of these returning people were filled with only two words: hope.
Not only the hope of Hope Village, but also the hope of this territory for them
brings hope.
They were given a new life!
(End of chapter)
Have a happy summer
