In years of famine and drought, their village even rejected fatty meat.

Chapter 576 Good times are yet to come

The villagers of Chenjia Village not only received 500 coins per month in wages, but the price of grain was also very cheap, and the price of meat was relatively low. Every villager in Chenjia Village could eat their fill and stay warm, making it seem like a paradise on earth.

In contrast, in Liangzhou, where Shen Yue lived, even before the cold disaster struck, most people were starving, and their clothes were patched and mended, with a single garment worn for many years...

Compared to the wealthy villagers of Chenjia Village, the people of Liangzhou lived as if they were in a slum.

"Ai-ge'er, is this the kind of life the people of Qingzhou live?"

One day, while having dinner with Chen Ai's family, Shen Yue asked the question that had been bothering her.

Upon hearing this question, Chen Ai's family laughed and replied, "How could that be! The people of Qingzhou are not much better off than the people of Liangzhou. Since the cold disaster struck, the entire population of Qingzhou has been starving."

"Then why is Chenjia Village so wealthy?"

Shen Yue pressed for an answer.

"It's because of Brother Dao!"

When talking about this, Chen Ai's family showed a devout expression: "Dao Ge'er was very good to us. He not only fed us, but also hired us to work and paid us wages. If it weren't for Dao Ge'er, we would still be starving."

"Is that Daoge'er?"

Shen Yue's eyes showed understanding. During her time in Chenjia Village, the two titles she heard most often were "Brother Dao" and "Mr. Chen". When everyone mentioned these two names, a devout smile appeared on their face, just like that of Chen Ai's family.

Shen Yue was unaware of why Chen Dao was still able to provide such generous treatment to the villagers of Chenjia Village despite the impact of the cold disaster.

Of course, she didn't actually know the answer to that question. All Shen Yue knew was that she had finally escaped hunger and poverty. Living in Chenjia Village, she no longer needed to endure the days when she couldn't even get enough to eat.

More importantly, through her mother's introduction, Chen Ai successfully got a job in a garment factory, earning five hundred coins a month.

On the day she received the five hundred coins, Shen Yue couldn't help but burst into tears. With this money, she would never have to go hungry again.

Moreover, this money isn't a one-time payment, but rather a monthly payment!

"Father, Mother, if only you were still alive!"

At this moment, the images of her loved ones appeared in Shen Yue's mind. If her parents had not died in the war, but had fled to Qingzhou like her, she would probably be able to reunite with her family and live a happy and fulfilling life.

Unfortunately, her parents have already passed away, and all Shen Yue can do now is take care of herself.

After receiving her wages, Shen Yue returned to Chen Ai's home, intending to give the money to Chen Ai's parents as repayment for the food and expenses she had incurred at Chen Ai's home over the past month.

Chen Ai's parents directly refused.

"Moon, we're all family, there's no need to be so calculating."

Chen Ai's mother waved her hand and said that after a month of getting along, they had already regarded the sensible Shen Yue as family, so naturally they would not accept her money. In fact... Chen Ai's mother had a vague idea of ​​treating Shen Yue as her daughter-in-law. In this world, how could one accept money from a daughter-in-law?

family?

Shen Yue blushed slightly upon hearing this word. She and Chen Ai had long harbored feelings for each other, which was why she hadn't suggested moving out after getting a job and receiving her wages. She was simply too reserved, like a young woman, to say it out loud.

Seeing Shen Yue's blushing face, Chen Ai's mother seemed to realize something and seized the opportunity to say, "Yue'er, I've seen the affection between you and Ai-ge'er. How about... we pick a time and get married right away?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yueteng's ears turned bright red. She stammered for a long time before blurting out, "It's all up to Mother to decide," and then fled in panic, running into her room as fast as she could.

Upon seeing this, Chen Ai's parents exchanged a glance and laughed. Shen Yue's answer had already explained everything, and that word "mother" completely revealed Shen Yue's thoughts.

Thus, Chen Ai and Shen Yue's marriage proceeded smoothly. Half a month later, their wedding was successfully held, and many familiar villagers from Chenjia Village came to attend the wedding and offer their blessings to the newlyweds.

To this day, Chen Ai and Shen Yue have been married for more than four months. Although there have been some minor conflicts in their married life, it is still quite happy.

Shen Yue also successfully became pregnant with Chen Ai's child. After Dr. Su Shihua's diagnosis, Shen Yue was already more than three months pregnant, and the child would be born in about seven months.

"This wheat is growing really well! It looks like our village is going to have another bumper harvest this year!"

Standing by the edge of the farmland, Chen Ai said with a smile on her face.

"Yes, I've never seen wheat ears as plump as these."

Shen Yue nodded in agreement. She had farmed before, or rather... in the Xia Kingdom, most ordinary families' children, even girls, had never been unfamiliar with farming.

It was precisely because she had experience farming that Shen Yue was able to say those words.

The wheat in the fields of Chenjia Village was far superior to any wheat she had ever seen before. The plump ears of wheat looked like heavy fruits, and one could tell at a glance that the yield must be considerable.

Not only Chen Ai and Shen Yue, but also other villagers who came to watch were overjoyed.

"This wheat is growing really well! Our village has had another bumper harvest."

"These wheat ears are so plump; one acre can yield at least 500 jin of grain!"

"Too few! I think we could produce at least 800 jin."

"Why do I feel like it weighs a thousand pounds?"

"No matter what, our village is sure to have a bumper harvest this time!"

"Yes!"

"..."

Every villager's face lights up with genuine joy when they see the wheat growing well in the fields.

Although all the wheat belonged to Chen Dao, the villagers all knew that Chen Dao was never a stingy person; on the contrary, he treated the villagers very well.

With wheat available, Chen Dao's villagers have access to a sufficient supply of low-priced grain, which is great news for both the villagers and the migrant workers who come to Chen Jia Village.

"This wheat is growing really well!"

Su Qiaoxi also arrived. Standing beside her grandfather Su Shihua, she gazed at the golden wheat in the fields and uttered this exclamation.

Although she knew nothing about farming, she could tell from the villagers' discussions and the smiles on their faces that Chenjia Village was sure to have a bumper harvest today.

"Yes! With this batch of wheat, the price of grain in Chenjia Village will definitely come down a bit more."

Su Shihua stroked his beard and smiled, "The good days for Chenjia Village are yet to come!"