No one is stupid, everyone immediately knew that Yang Huaming was also one of those evil-minded businessmen who hoarded goods.

"No wonder Xiaojuan and I, two popular hot drinkers, are wearing gold and silver jewelry all over their bodies. After doing this for a long time, it turns out that they are doing this kind of shady business, and they are getting the money through deception!"

"That's right, you still want to make a fortune by selling it at a sky-high price. You are more greedy than that mosquito and leech sucking blood. Bah!"

"Seeing the relief food from the government, these black-hearted businessmen are anxious, haha, unless their price is a few percent lower than the government's, otherwise, I would rather buy from the government than let these black-hearted businessmen take advantage of our blood and sweat.

money!"

"That's right, come on, let's go to the town to buy some rice and bring it back."

After ridiculing Yang Huaming, the villagers dispersed and went to town one after another.

Yang Huaming was left standing alone under the old maple tree, so depressed that he wanted to plunge into the pond in front of him.

What do you mean by stealing the chicken but losing the rice? This is it!

I regret it!

Qingshui Town, on the first day, the government transported three hundred catties of rice, three hundred catties of wheat flour, and other agricultural and sideline crops that could fill the stomach.

The quantity was not too large and it was sold out in just two hours.

But the government promised that this was just the beginning.

Tomorrow and the day after tomorrow, the sales will continue to ensure that people will not have money in their pockets but cannot buy rice.

On the first day, the merchants in the town who had goods in hand remained on the sidelines.

The next day, when they learned that Wanghai County was also organizing food sales, these merchants couldn't sit still.

The third day, the fourth day...

The touting activities have been going on continuously.

Many ordinary people have bought enough food to prepare at home, so that they can survive the lean period and wait until the first season of summer rice matures.

The common people feel at ease, and their demand for rice is no longer as fierce as it was a year ago.

The merchants could no longer hold back, so they took out the rice they had hoarded and sold it off.

At first, I wanted to resist, but the price was a little higher than the government price.

As a result, there was no one at all.

The common people lined up leisurely, preferring to wait for the government's relief grain the next day rather than rushing to buy expensive rice from the merchants.

The merchants had no choice but to bite the bullet and lowered the price again, reaching parity with the government's price, but they still couldn't sell much.

Because everyone no longer has a rigid demand for this area.

I have hoarded so much rice. If I don’t sell it now, I will wait until the new rice comes out in summer.

The old rice from the next year cannot be sold at a good price.

Moreover, it costs money to take care of it every day. It is fire-proof, moisture-proof, and rat-proof, so you can’t afford it.

Many businessmen really had no choice. They gritted their teeth and endured the pain of cutting their flesh, so they had to start selling rice at a reduced price...

…

Looking at the dry and plump rice that was refilled in his family's granary, Yang Huazhong's heart dropped completely.

"Qing'er, this move is a bit dangerous."

Yang Huazhong patted his chest and said, "Some time ago, when I looked at our empty granary, I didn't dare to say anything, and I secretly broke into a cold sweat."

"You said that if those unscrupulous businessmen don't take the bait, then we and our restaurant will be in trouble."

"Fortunately, they finally took the bait. Hahaha, now our food is not only back, but also purchased at a low price. It's great, great!"

Hearing Yang Huazhong's words, Yang Ruoqing was also filled with emotion.

That's right, the relief food distributed by the government was basically her secret work on Yang Huazhong's ideological work.

He took out all the food from the granary at home and borrowed a batch of food from Zuo Junmo to support the scene.

With the help of Magistrate Zou, he sold it to the common people in the form of government officials.

There are several purposes. First, to appease the people and stop them from panicking.

Second, put pressure on the unscrupulous businessmen. You can hoard goods and we can drain the profits from the bottom of the cauldron.

In addition, the government also issued a formal announcement that the war in the north has subsided and anyone who spreads rumors of war will be punished!

"Qing'er, I will send back the rice from Brother Zuo's side tomorrow?" Luo Fengtang asked Yang Ruoqing for his opinion.

Yang Ruoqing nodded happily, "I borrowed one thousand catties of rice from Brother Zuo. I will give him back one thousand two hundred catties."

When she was desperate to fight, Zuo Junmo did not hesitate to donate all the food stored in the family's warehouse.

This kindness of providing help in times of need cannot be expressed by just two hundred kilograms of rice.

"Hey, your fourth uncle has no tears left to cry now." Yang Huazhong suddenly sighed.

"I heard from your father that he hadn't eaten for two or three days and fell on the bed very sick."

"That's your own fault." Yang Ruoqing was not sympathetic at all.

"I've told him twice, but he still can't get over his greed. As a result, other businessmen in the town started selling rice one after another, and he was still holding on to his illusions."

"Is this good? If you put eighty taels of silver into it and get eighty taels of silver out, that's pretty good!"

Yang Ruoqing shook her head. She didn't want to comment on Yang Huaming anymore and was speechless.

Because some people will not look back even if they hit the south wall. Only when their head is broken and bleeding, can they know the pain. One word: yes!

During the Lantern Festival, Ping'er came back as scheduled.

"Qing'er, look, this is the clothing material I pulled for Bao Bao and Dazhi. The best cloth shop in Yuncheng has a new piece of clothing material from the Western Regions."

"I fell in love with this one at first sight. It has this pattern and color. The double-breasted spring shirt really shows off the skin color. It will definitely be good for the baby to wear..."

Ping'er's face was dusty, but she couldn't hide the excitement on her face.

This made Yang Ruoqing feel that Ping'er seemed to really regard this place as her home now. The excitement and joy after returning could not be faked.

"Qing'er, look, the material for these clothes is for Third Uncle and Third Aunt..."

"Ping'er, it's really a waste of money for you to buy so many things." Yang Ruoqing said.

Ping'er smiled like a flower and shook her head, "It's okay. It's been you and your whole family who have taken care of me and Huahua for more than a year."

"Compared to how nice you all are to me, what does it matter if I buy this thing?" she asked.

Yang Ruoqing curled her lips and saw a pair of new men's shoes exposed inside the baggage.

The back of the shoes is blue, the edges are white, and the soles are lined with hemp thread.

These shoes are definitely very comfortable to wear on your feet, because you can tell they have been made with care.

"These shoes belong to my eldest brother, right?" Yang Ruoqing suddenly asked.

Ping'er was startled for a moment, and followed Yang Ruoqing's line of sight to see the shoes. Her pretty face immediately turned red, and she subconsciously wanted to close the bundle.
Chapter completed!