"Why aren’t you eating?" Xing Beichen asked, a bit displeased, with a stern face.

"Waiting for you, Shuangshuang said you definitely wouldn’t eat outside, so I thought might as well wait for you to eat together!"

The dishes on the table could truly be described as simple.

A vegetarian dish, a bowl of green peppers with a few slices of meat, then a fried egg, and a sour cabbage soup.

Four dishes cost Mu Shuangshuang one hundred coins.

Normally, it would definitely not exceed forty coins, plus there was an extra charge for rice, five coins per person.

But even with such extortion, there was no other choice.

Compared to those outside who can’t afford a single meal, they were much more fortunate!

"Let’s eat first, then discuss things after the meal!" Mu Shuangshuang said.

The three had good appetites, finishing all the food.

After the meal, they called for the waiter to tidy up the room.

Xing Beichen explained clearly to Mu Shuangshuang and Lu Yuanfeng about his meeting with the Prefectural Governor.

Mu Shuangshuang, after listening, remained silent.

Yet Xing Beichen kept looking at her, seemingly hoping to hear something useful from her.

After a while, Mu Shuangshuang finally spoke, "Let’s wait until tomorrow to see if there’s been another earthquake in recent days."

This time, the earthquake in Yulin County came suddenly.

Mu Shuangshuang didn’t know if this situation was occasional or habitual.

If it’s habitual, Yulin County might not be suitable for habitation; if it’s occasional, after the reconstruction, reinforcing the buildings might not be a big problem.

Although ancient times didn’t have advanced modern technology, relatively, they didn’t have skyscrapers.

Most were bungalows, with some commercial shops having two to three stories.

"I’ve inquired, ever since that night, no new problems have arisen, and it hasn’t rained since!"

"Not having rain is a good thing. In the current situation, if it rains, those without shelter would get sick, and that would be troublesome!"

Mu Shuangshuang could only use what she knew to explain some of the phenomena currently happening.

To Xing Beichen, Yulin County is also considered a very important place.

Not only does he need to find his father’s former subordinates here, but also help people here live a good life within his capability.

"By the way, I have an idea that might make those former subordinates volunteer!" Mu Shuangshuang said.

"What idea?" Xing Beichen looked eager.

"’Volunteers’! Tomorrow let the Prefectural Governor issue a notice to see who is willing to voluntarily help rebuild Yulin County. According to reason, Beichen, your father’s men should all have passion and integrity.

If they know that what they do can help others, they might come forward, who knows!

Plus, the grain we’ve asked the escort agency to ship will arrive tomorrow. You can announce in front of them to donate it. If they see it, they’ll surely know you are worth following, just like your father!"

Mu Shuangshuang’s words truly enlightened Xing Beichen.

Indeed, he had never met those people, but inherently they must be decent.

"How about this, Xing Beichen, let’s also donate those herbs.

The court’s money should be used to build houses for the people here!"

To Mu Shuangshuang, those five hundred taels were originally an unexpected gain.

Initially, her purpose was to use it for charity.

The remaining portion was intended for Lu Yuanfeng and Xing Beichen to maintain military relations.

Now, if this money could be spent to find those courageous former subordinates, it wouldn’t deviate from past intentions, and moreover... it can pave the way for Fengzi!

"Shuangshuang, this... Are you crazy? These resources were so hard to buy.

Do you know how much they’re worth outside now?" Xing Beichen was shocked.

He didn’t expect, Mu Shuangshuang would say donate the five hundred taels worth of resources.

That is quite frightening!

"Don’t bother flattering me, I have my purposes! If those people are found and teach you anything, Fengzi also has to learn!"

Mu Shuangshuang’s words had another meaning!

It meant those people should not only obey Xing Beichen but also listen to Lu Yuanfeng.

After all, Xing Beichen is the son of the War God, as long as he works a bit harder than normal, he would gain more than ordinary people!

Lu Yuanfeng is different, he is just one person, with a bow.

No matter how much he does, if superiors intend to suppress him, who knows if he’ll get his due recognition!

Since Fengzi chose to leave the military camp, it’s surely not simply for participation!

Xing Beichen agreed without hesitation.

"Shuangshuang, rest assured, I’ll inform them about this! However, there’s something you may not know, the Xing Family Army doesn’t only follow orders from the Xing Family.

They’ll listen to anyone with ability, this was my father’s words!"

Xing Beichen also had his own motives for bringing Lu Yuanfeng to the battlefield.

Lu Yuanfeng’s practical experience is more substantial than his, and now... the desired Northwest commander is Fengzi, not him!

Even if he goes, he might be overshadowed by Fengzi.

But it’s no worry, since he invited Fengzi, he’s not afraid of such a situation arising!

"It’s getting late, you two should get some sleep, I need to go to my room and rest!" Mu Shuangshuang said.

After speaking, she smiled at Lu Yuanfeng.

Just as she returned to her room, there was a knock at the door. Without opening the door, Mu Shuangshuang knew who it was.

Lu Yuanfeng appeared puzzled, and before he could ask, Mu Shuangshuang inquired, "Want to know why I proposed such a condition?"

"Yes!" Lu Yuanfeng nodded.

"Because you silly guy are too naïve!" Mu Shuangshuang said frankly.

Lu Yuanfeng, though smart, was sentimental, not a great strategist.

On the contrary, Mu Shuangshuang herself could handle every situation with calmness.

Unfortunately, she was a woman; entering military camps was inconvenient. If she were a man, following Fengzi in planning strategies might have been of great help.

But if she were a man, things between her and Fengzi wouldn’t have worked out!

Lu Yuanfeng looked at Mu Shuangshuang, his eyes flashing with light.

"Alright, don’t get emotional, I’m still waiting for your return to marry me!" Mu Shuangshuang joked boldly.

Suddenly, Lu Yuanfeng reached out and pulled her into his arms.

Beside her ear, she could hear his heart beating loudly. Mu Shuangshuang reached out and held onto his waist.

In a soft voice, "Fengzi, be cautious of others, especially outside!"

"Shuangshuang... I understand!"

Lu Yuanfeng also wrapped his arm around Mu Shuangshuang’s waist, his chin resting on her shoulder, breathing in her scent.

If possible, he really wished for time to stop at this moment...

"Alright, getting late, you should sleep early, tomorrow morning..." Mu Shuangshuang’s words weren’t finished.

Lu Yuanfeng opened his mouth, "Shuangshuang... I want to sleep in your room!"