Chapter 9: Arm Yourself

The ancestral hall has three stories, and the exterior also has three stories, filled with people.

Someone in the crowd shouted something.

Patriarch

They have already heard that starting today, there will be a three-day banquet at the entrance of the ancestral hall to celebrate Mr. Zhang Heng's return from Nanyang and his reinstatement in the family genealogy

Alright, alright

Recitation, ancestral worship memorial!

If the head of the clan is like this, how much more so for others

The Mauser 1896 box cannon is cheaper, only 65 yuan

Inside the ancestral hall sat the clan elders, while the older generation of the prominent characters stood in the courtyard, and outside the courtyard were the pillars of the younger generation.

An Yu Yu remained silent

Now it is different, he has already shown his wealth. If we do not take the opportunity to establish the militia, I fear that some people may have ulterior motives.

Many people began to shout in unison, and countless individuals rushed to greet him.

As for the younger generation of the Hua family, they do not even have the qualifications to approach the ancestral hall, and can only look around eagerly.

During the ten-year grand ceremony, only two pig heads were displayed, unlike now, where not only are the three offerings gathered, but a theater troupe has also been invited, and a banquet with flowing dishes is being served

After the firecrackers, the performers began to take the stage for their performance

When you arrive here, just forget the old name

The old patriarch Zhang Dahai, leaning on his cane, gazed at everything before him, and the smile on his face never ceased.

Burn incense

Zhang Dahai nodded with a smile: "Eat meat, indulge freely, and have as much as you want"

Master, may I still be called An Yuyu?

This sum of money cannot be saved; with several hundred guns at hand, a little training will eliminate concerns about bandits and bullies. Only when safety is ensured can one think about the future

Zhang Zhenhu's response was straightforward and decisive, but after finishing, he couldn't help but ask, "Brother Heng, do we really need so many guns? This costs quite a bit of money, doesn't it?"

"He has arrived, Brother Heng has arrived"

I must apologize to you all

After Zhang Heng finished speaking about the three of them, he looked at An Yuyu, who resembled a little tiger, and said: "Your name is Xia Zhu, and 'Zhu' is an elegant title of ancient gentlemen, emphasizing integrity and character, which suits you very well"

Zhang Heng bowed his head in respect

A group of mischievous children, around six or seven years old, circled around Zhang Dahai.

I ... ...

At the age of 15, she was already considered a young woman in ancient times, and she certainly knew what a cave dwelling was

One must learn to accept one's fate

Brother Heng

Zhang Zhenhu recounted what he had learned

Burning paper

Wang Xiliu has changed her name to Chunliu, hoping that you can dance with the wind like the willows in spring, graceful and elegant

The descendants of Da Xian are quite good, they are understanding and well-behaved children

This time you have encountered me. Have you ever considered what your fate would be if you had met someone with a big head and big ears, or if you were simply sold to a cave?

An Yu's small face is pale

In times of chaos, what is most abundant is the presence of people with two legs; with the bright white dollars available, there is no fear of lacking someone to command.

The elders, each advanced in age, stood in the front row with the support of the younger generation

The elders of the clan sighed and pounded their chests in lamentation

The children are more excited than the adults

Indeed, for the past few decades, there have either been military disturbances or banditry issues, making it quite difficult for people to survive

Although An Yuyu is quite attractive, looks are worthless in chaotic times

The old and the young gather in groups of threes and twos, occasionally pointing and commenting on the characters on the stage, sometimes sniffing a couple of times, and glancing at the large pot set up nearby, following the scent.

The villagers of every household rose early in the morning

In that pot, what is being stewed is indeed meat

When he first returned, although he bore the title of a wealthy businessman from the South Seas, he did not reveal much in terms of actual wealth.

Zhang Heng asked again

As for the reality on that side, he still has some money on hand and is not in a hurry to use it

After speaking, Zhang Heng asked, "Can I pay on delivery?"

From a distance, Zhang Heng, dressed in a long robe and a traditional Chinese jacket, approached accompanied by Da Kui and Xiao Kui

Natural disasters and man-made calamities are indeed real

Leave it ? ''

The people from the foreign firm need not fear that we will withhold payment

The sky had darkened, and Zhang Zhenhu returned with a radiant complexion.

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Today marks the day when our clansman, Zhang Heng, returns to the family genealogy, and I would like to say a few words here

You can decide whether to stay or leave; a forcibly picked melon is not sweet. I also fear sleeping at night, wondering who might suddenly stab me twice.

Arrived

In the blink of an eye, three days have passed

Daguo Town is a poor place, where it is already a challenge to avoid hunger and obtain books, let alone have a few who have eaten their fill of meat.

Brother Heng

Brother Heng, I have returned

You will escape back, and next time when there is no rice at home, he will sell you again

The years pass peacefully

Is there stock available

It is true that I have not provided you with a good life

Song Qiunan has changed his name to Qiuju, hoping that you can be as healthy, long-lived, and bring good fortune as the chrysanthemum

Zhang Heng maintains a calm demeanor

An Yu Yu looked completely bewildered

The cannon has been fired, the cannon has been fired

Ma Cuihua has changed her name to Dongmei, hoping that you will always be carefree and unaware of what troubles are

Grandfather, are we having meat to eat today?

Braised pork with potatoes, just the aroma alone is enough to make one's mouth water without even tasting it

Zhang Heng had a calculation in his mind: "I still think it's too little."

If you think you can stay, then stay; if you cannot stay, I can afford to lose twenty dollars, and I will not stop you

Is there a lot?

Under my leadership, the Zhang clan has been living in a state of complacency. Even this ancestral hall has been patched up on the east side where it leaks, and although I have contemplated a major renovation for several years, I have yet to realize it. I am not a good clan leader

The most important thing at present is to sort out the situation in the Republic of China; the beginning is always the hardest. Once the beginning is well managed, the rest will be much simpler.

Zhang Heng shook his head: "You may leave it, but you must call her Xia Zhu. As for whether you can reclaim your own name in the future, it will depend on your performance."

Understood, the Hanyang rifle costs 26 dollars, the German Mauser 1898 is 42 dollars, and the American model 1917 is 40 dollars. These three types are long guns, and with the purchase of a gun, 100 rounds of ammunition are included

Zhang Heng was not angry; he simply said calmly, "You should be very clear about what kind of person your father is."

The oldest among them is an ancestor from the Gao family, over one hundred years old, sitting on a raised bed

Zhang Heng asked a question

Indeed, it has been a long time since our Zhang family has been this lively; it seems we have struck gold.

An Yuyu knew she could not escape, biting her lip as she said: "I will stay, but I do not want to be called Xia Zhu, I am Yuyu."

The old patriarch's eyes were bloodshot

This ancestor was born during the Daoguang era and is now 103 years old, making him a venerable figure within the clan

Behind the old clan leader stood several elders of the clan

She has been preoccupied with the thought of not wanting to be sold, but when the moment arrives and she is given the chance to leave, she finds herself uncertain of where to go

If one purchases old firearms or obsolete stock firearms, the price can be somewhat cheaper. Taking the 1888 committee as an example, each piece costs only 16 dollars, and this is primarily used by warlords across various regions

Zhang Heng waved his hand to indicate that there were too many people, and it was simply impossible to respond to each one individually

One by one, following the parade of firecrackers, they joyfully picked up the unexploded firecrackers, and whoever collected the most was considered the most stylish one

The old patriarch looked at Zhang Heng with a beaming smile

I feel a sense of guilt in my role as the clan leader, so today, in front of everyone, I have a rather reckless idea...

Not to mention others, even Zhang Dahai himself usually does not consume much meat

The main item is the American-made M1911 officer's pistol, priced at 70 dollars

An Yu is somewhat resistant

An Yuyu decided not to leave, but she did not want to call Xia Zhu, as that name sounded too unpleasant

The old patriarch looked at Zhang Heng

Patriarch, everyone is aware of your hard work

Under normal circumstances, the return of clan members to the family tree can be witnessed by the clan leader and three elder clan members

Zhang Heng nodded slightly, and after a moment of thought, he spoke: "Tomorrow, you should go again and discuss with the people at the foreign firm. Just say that the Zhang family from Daguo Town wants to order 350 Mauser rifles, 50 M1911 officer's pistols, along with 50,000 rounds of ammunition, and ask the foreign firm to come over within three days"

Brother Heng

An fish's tears contain eye circles, after all, the arm cannot twist the thigh

Zhang Heng's treatment is comparable to that of a grand ceremony held once every ten years

Accompanied by the sound of firecrackers, the entire Daguo Town is filled with joy, even more lively than during a festival

Leave it ? ''

Zhang Heng immediately knew he had gained a lot and asked, "Have you found out clearly?"

Goo goo ga ga

Zhang Zhenhu replied: "Where there is cash, there is stock; the major trading houses are counting on this to make a fortune"

I, Zhang Dahai, have been the clan leader for thirty years

No, it is even more grand than the decennial celebration

A sensation arose among the crowd

Returning home is certainly not an option; the current situation is chaotic and perilous. Where can a young girl like her possibly go? Even if she doesn't perish from hunger on the way, the outcome is likely to be grim.