Great Swordsman
Ch.65 - Preparation

After the announcement was over, the crowd then dispersed. The residents of Tan Village started to claw their belongings and made their way towards the side of Xue Village, where they would put up a makeshift tent as a temporary residence.

Xue Song and Tan Shuang were the ones responsible for organizing them.Of course, the residents of Xue Village would also help, after all preparing a residence for a thousand people required no small amount of manpower.

“I didn't expect everything would go so smoothly.”

Tan Shuang heaved a sigh of relief when there was no rejection from the Xue Village party, he did not even receive the slightest bit of bias from the higher-ups of Xue Village. Previously, Xue Song helped him with all his might in arranging the location of the Tan Village's residence. Initially Tan Shuang thought that he would at least have a little trouble in the process, but it turned out that was not the case.

It seems like Xu Feng's reputation is very high in this village, thought Tan Shuang.

It was planned that they would create a new settlement right next to the Village of Xue, with walls connected together. This was an order from Xu Feng himself so no one dared to question it, everything was done as fast as lightning!

“Of course! This is the will of the Protector, there is no way there will be any errors.” Xue Song laughed bitterly, he was honestly also surprised when he realized Xu Feng's reputation in the hearts of those people.

After all, when he met every skilled craftsman and blacksmith and told them about this project, and that Xu Feng had asked for it, they immediately nodded excitedly and promised to finish it without any mistakes. Xue Song did not even need to spend a dime of tael coins as they refused to be given a salary.

They mentioned that this was their devotion and return to Xu Feng.

Two more days passed, the temporary settlement for the residents of Tan Village was almost finished thanks to the help of the Xue Village residents. After the temporary settlement is completed, the next project will be implemented, which is to rebuild Tan Village.

Thanks to the abundant timber resources in Seriu Malam Forest, the financial demands in this project are not too great. At least the remaining treasury of Tan Village was enough to cover all the costs.

“I think soon this village will become a city.” Zhao Quan spoke to Xu Feng when he realized the changes that had occurred over the past two days, however there were more and more refugees arriving at Xue Village. Population is increasing every day.

“Chairman Zhao, you praise too much.” Xu Feng smiled and did not take Zhao Quan's words seriously, the road to a big city was still too far away.

“You are too humble, your current strength has been able to attract thousands of people to come take refuge in you.”

Zhao Quan shook his head and reminded, he was honestly a little surprised why Xu Feng did not publicize his strength to the public. According to Zhao Quan, doing so would actually bring many benefits to Xu Feng and the Xue Village, he did not think Xu Feng would be so foolish as to not be aware of this.

During the contact over the past few days, Zhao Quan had already understood Xu Feng's character and was convinced that a smart person seemed unlikely to be unaware of it.

“Hahaha.. ” Xu Feng just laughed and did not reply, he understood the intent behind Zhao Quan's words. Xu Feng honestly had the same thoughts as Zhao Quan, it was just that he had been busy for the past few days because aside from coordinating the development tasks, he was also busy thinking about the solution of the consequences of growing population.

Food and clothing are the main highlights.

The two of them then chatted even longer before one of Zhao's carriage guards came and reported.

“Tua Zhao..” The bodyguards saluted Zhao Quan and Xu Feng before giving word that he saw the march of the Fallen Leaf Town army that was already not far from Xue Village.

The bodyguard had originally joined the Xue Village patrol squad on orders from Zhao Quan as his goodwill to Xu Feng. His task was to patrol along the journey to ensure safety for the refugees heading towards Xue Village. In the process of his task, he then noticed the whereabouts of the troop march and immediately hurriedly returned to inform Zhao Quan.

“Finally they are here too.” Zhao Quan sighed before telling the bodyguards to prepare the carriage. The location of the gathering point they had planned was at the crossroads between Xue Village and Huo Village, where Xu Feng had met the Three Black Swordsmen for the first time.

“Sure!” Xu Feng nodded, he would naturally not give up the chance to meet these great people from Fallen Leaf Town. And also, the One Eye Gang still had a debt that they had to pay.

Not too long later, the carriage was prepared and Zhao Jun who was originally meditating had also arrived. Before leaving, Xu Feng called Xue Song and Ding Xiang, saying that he would leave for a while.

Xu Feng was no longer worried that there would be a surprise attack on the village, he was sure that the bandits had already retreated from the border, after all they needed to regroup to prepare for the impending war.

The news brought by the patrols over the past two days also confirmed that. There were no more bandits they had encountered.

“Protectors, don't worry, I will protect the village no matter what!” Xue Song cupped his hands together and saluted when, his face was so solemn.

Xue Song knew that Xu Feng was preparing for a huge battlefield so his heart was a little agitated. Even the Seventh Stage could fall in the fight.

“I believe in you.” Xu Feng patted Xue Song on the shoulder.

Ding Xiang on the other hand remained silent, he just stood stiff and looked at Xu Feng.

“Have you considered it carefully?” Ding Xiang asked after being silent for quite a while, one could judge that the girl was being tensed from her voice and posture.

“Ya, I'm sure.” Xu Feng nodded slowly.

“You're absolutely sure?” Ding Xiang emphasized once again.

“Do not worry.. I can protect myself well.” Xu Feng chuckled and patted the girl's head gently.

Ding Xiang then fell silent for a moment before nodding weakly, “Be careful.”

“I will.. Just wait, I won't be gone long.” Xu Feng smiled and patted Ding Xiang's head once more before boarding the carriage.

“Don't worry miss, Xu Feng is a strong person, not much can hurt him.” Zhao Quan added from the top of the carriage, he looked at Ding Xiang with a smile on his face.

Hearing that, Ding Xiang's body relaxed slightly.

“Chairman Zhao, I hope you protect him.” Ding Xiang said and Zhao Quan nodded in return, he even promised for her.

Not long after, under the gazes of Ding Xiang and Xue Song, the carriage slowly left the Xue Village.

“She is a mature girl.” Zhao Quan sighed and spoke to Xu Feng. It is rare to find a girl who can support her partner fully.

“Of course.. I was the lucky one to meet him.” Xu Feng laughed softly.