Chapter 4, Contentment

Uh ... I live near Prince William's castle ... Is it far from here

Chen Tian picked up a sausage and was about to bring it to his mouth when he noticed Alice's strange gaze, a stare fixated on the sausage, along with her mouth poised to devour it

Chen Tian picked up the black bread and took a big bite

That kid, do not let me run into you again, your methods are surprisingly ruthless

Alice's home is actually just a few very ordinary cottages, one of which is inhabited, and another that is half kitchen and half storage, quite rudimentary. In Chen Tian's view, it is even worse than their family's stable

Oh, poor child, how did you end up so far away? It takes a whole day to reach Prince William's castle from here! Even on horseback, it would take most of the day! At this moment, Alice's mother also approached. "Why haven't you eaten? We, being a poor family, don't have much to eat, so let's make do with what we have!"

"How did you come out? You are still very weak! It's fine, they said they are here to see Prince William," Alice said with some concern as she saw him come out.

Alright, Alice, let's leave the sausage for your father! He has worked all day and needs to eat more! Be good and take Gigi back to the room to rest

Chen Tian touched his face; it still hurt. However, recalling his performance that day, he felt quite surprised. He believed that what he needed most at that moment was willpower, that indomitable spirit, which is also the spirit of Germany. Therefore, he decided that after returning, he would enroll in a military academy to strengthen his will.

My father has gone to work and won't be back until evening Where do you live

It smells so good

Oh! I think I'm fine now, no need to trouble yourself, I can come down!

Chen Tianxia got out of bed and took a few steps. It seemed that he had not sustained any serious injuries, only that his head still ached a bit. Why did that brat have to hit him in the face instead of anywhere else? How infuriating!

Mother, he has woken up

A little girl with blonde hair ran out of the room while shouting.

Oh! My name is Jianlu https://m.hetushu.com.com Ji, you can call me Jiji! What about your father?

It is just something I rarely get to eat

Hehe, I have a very small appetite! Let Alice have these few sausages!

"Guard, I am here," he said calmly, his voice not loud, yet both Alice and her mother were astonished

Not long after, a sound of hooves came from outside the window, followed by a chaotic scene of chickens flying and dogs barking. He walked to the window and saw that it was a small group of cavalry, holding several portraits and asking around. He was very familiar with the cavalry's uniforms; they belonged to his family's guard. This was good news, as he could now go back and take a bath

"Little one, come and eat! You must be starving!" Alice's mother brought in a bowl of black bread, a bit of butter, a few very small sausages, and a bowl of vegetable soup

Soon, the young girl led a middle-aged woman into the room

Oh! I remember now, it seems I was hit by a kid! ... Later ...! ... Oh, my head hurts so much!

Perhaps he truly is a youth unaware of the taste of sorrow! Chen Tian lay on his bed in a daze, reflecting that whether in this life or the previous one, he and Tu Shu had hardly experienced any hardships since birth; everything had already been prepared for them at home. In contrast, some people have to bear the pressures of life from a young age. While others are at work, they too are working; when others finish work and go out to enjoy themselves, they may still have to take on part-time jobs to support their families. Sometimes, fate is indeed unfair, but each person's attitude towards life is something they can decide for themselves. Chen Tian suddenly realized that he had always been happy, and thus every day now should be cherished. When he grows a bit older, he is determined to boost Germany's economy, ensuring that the people here become prosperous. Coincidentally, he is studying economic management at university, which will allow him to apply advanced economic concepts from a century later. When he grows a bit older, he is determined to boost Germany's economy, ensuring that the people here become prosperous. Coincidentally, he is studying economic management at university, which will allow him to apply advanced economic concepts from a century later

Sausages are rarely available to eat

Alas! At this moment, the people of China are gradually stepping into a dire situation! I truly hope that in the future I will have the ability to rescue the unfortunate people under the decaying Qing Dynasty. Just thinking about my homeland makes my head ache again.

Well, we usually eat this! Do you really not even have access to black bread? That's quite unfortunate. By the way, what is your name?

Wow! Why is it so hard? Wow! It tastes so bad! Chen Tian nearly spat out the black bread that he had almost bitten into. However, upon seeing the surprised expressions of Alice and her mother, he couldn't help but chew a few more bites, closing his eyes as he swallowed it down.

You are awake! We were really scared when Alice called us to see you! Such a small child, yet covered in injuries. It's all right, it's all right! You must be hungry; I'll bring over some food in a moment. You have already been asleep for two days!

As Chen Tian pushed the small plate of sausages in front of Alice, the little girl happily picked one up. However, her mother slapped her hand and then took the entire plate of sausages away, leaving the little girl pouting by herself

"Alice, do you usually eat this dark bread at home? It's so hard!" Chen Tian put down the sausage and started chatting with the little girl, as he was genuinely curious about how the people in this village lived.

After returning this time, I must sincerely thank Alice's family, whether by inviting them to stay at the castle, as this place is truly inadequate, or by giving them a substantial sum of money so that they can build a large house for themselves.

Chen Tian felt quite surprised. Not to mention how luxurious his current noble life is, even in the previous world, their family had fish and meat every day. In his impression, it seemed that only the impoverished during difficult times would go months without tasting meat. How could such a situation exist in Germany, a country considered wealthy even in Europe?

Chen Tian arrived at the entrance of Alice's house, where Alice and her mother were also standing

Uh ... Alice, what is wrong with you

Chen Tian opened his eyes and looked at the gray ceiling above him

Oh! It's nothing. Alice, thank you for your care, I will repay you!" Chen Tian walked past her and continued towards the cavalry

Alice's kitchen is right next door

Well, this vegetable soup is finally quite good! The sausage should be acceptable as well

Chen Tian slowly recalled everything that had happened before

Where is this? What has happened?

Chen Tian sat up, only to realize that his whole body was in pain

"It's nothing, this sausage is really delicious! Hurry and eat!" Alice laughed and then mumbled another sentence