Daming: Brother, there is no future for monks, let's rebel

The villagers responded one after another, with a determined light in their eyes. A middle-aged man, Li Dazhuang, was the first to express his opinion: "Your Highness, we will do whatever you say! As long as we can provide drinking water for the village, we can endure any hardship!"

Zhu Han smiled and nodded, and said to Li Dazhuang: "Brother Dazhuang, we see your determination. Next, we will divide into groups to conduct exploration. Each group will be led by an experienced old craftsman to ensure the accuracy and safety of the exploration work."

At this time, an old craftsman, Zhang Bo, stood up. He stroked his beard and said to the villagers: "Don't worry, I have been digging wells for my whole life, so I have some understanding of underground water veins. I will lead you to carefully explore one by one and never miss any possible water source."

Zhu Biao added: "Well, with Uncle Zhang here, we are more confident. However, the exploration work is hard and time-consuming. Everyone must remain patient and perseverant. I believe we will be able to find more water sources."

The villagers nodded, indicating their willingness to cooperate. Zhu Han turned to Zhu Biao and said, "Your Highness, I think we can divide the villagers into several groups, with each group responsible for an area. This will not only improve efficiency but also ensure the comprehensiveness of the exploration."

Zhu Biao nodded in agreement: "Uncle Han Wang's words make sense, then let's start dividing into groups."

The groups were quickly divided, and each group was equipped with the necessary tools and materials. Led by an old craftsman, they began to explore intensively. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao shuttled between the groups, giving guidance and encouragement from time to time.

In the afternoon, the sun was blazing, and the exploration work was still in full swing. Zhu Han came to a group led by a young man named Wang Ergou, and saw them wielding hoes and digging the land under their feet, sweating profusely.

"Ergou, how's the progress?" Zhu Han asked with concern.

Wang Ergou wiped his sweat and said with a simple smile: "Your Highness Prince Han, we just dug up a hard rock and are trying to find a way around it. Uncle Zhang said there may be water veins under the rock."

Zhu Han was delighted when he heard this. He squatted down and took a closer look. He nodded and said, "Okay, you guys continue digging, but be sure to pay attention to safety. If the stone is too hard, use a hammer to break it first."

Wang Ergou responded, "Okay, Your Highness Prince Han, don't worry!"

Just as Zhu Han was about to leave, he suddenly heard a cheer not far away. He looked in the direction of the sound and saw another group of villagers, led by an old craftsman, pointing excitedly at the ground and shouting, "Water! There is water here!"

Upon hearing the news, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao rushed over and saw a stream of clear water bubbling out of the dug pit. The villagers cheered and their faces were filled with indescribable joy.

"Great! We found another water source!" Zhu Han said excitedly.

Zhu Biao patted the old craftsman on the shoulder and said gratefully: "Thank you very much, old man. Your experience is really our precious treasure."

The old craftsman waved his hand modestly: "No, no, it's the result of everyone's joint efforts."

Zhu Han turned to the villagers and said, "Fellow villagers, this is great news! Our efforts have not been in vain. We have found the water source!"

The villagers gathered around, tears in their eyes, and their excitement was beyond words. A middle-aged man, Li Daniu, said with a choked voice: "Gentlemen, you are really our lifesavers! This water is the lifeblood of our entire village!"

Zhu Han waved his hands quickly and said modestly: "Fellow villagers, this is the result of our joint efforts. We have only done our part. Next, we will work together to make good use of these water resources so that the village can say goodbye to the days of water shortage."

Zhu Biao also took over the conversation and encouraged: "Brother Daniu is right. We should strike while the iron is hot and quickly make use of these newly discovered water sources. Uncle Han Wang, what do you think we should do next?"

Zhu Han pondered for a moment and said, "First, we must ensure that these newly dug wells are properly protected and managed. Second, we must organize manpower to continue exploring the surrounding areas to see if there are more potential water sources. Finally, and most importantly, we must teach the villagers how to maintain these wells so that they can serve the village for a long time."

At this time, an old craftsman, Zhang Bo, came forward and said respectfully to Zhu Han: "Your Highness, I am willing to lead a few young men to take charge of the maintenance and daily management of the well. Although we mountain people have not received much education, we are never vague when it comes to work."

Zhu Han heard this and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes: "Uncle Zhang, I feel relieved with your words. These wells in the village will be handed over to you and the villagers. However, we still have to consider the long-term and build some reservoirs to collect rainwater for emergency use."

Zhang Bo nodded repeatedly: "Your Highness Prince Han is right, and this is exactly what I am thinking. There is plenty of rain in our mountains. If we can build some reservoirs, it will really solve our big problem."

Zhu Han smiled and nodded, then said to the villagers: "Fellow villagers, Uncle Zhang's suggestion is very good. We should not only dig wells to find water, but also learn to store and use rainwater. In this way, we will never have to worry about water shortage again."

Upon hearing this, the villagers nodded in agreement, their eyes sparkling with longing and hope for the future.

"Uncle Han, since the folks are so supportive, let's strike while the iron is hot and quickly refine our next plan," Zhu Biao suggested.

Zhu Han nodded in agreement, then turned to the villagers and said, "Fellow villagers, we have to proceed in several steps. First, Uncle Zhang will lead a few young people to be responsible for the daily maintenance and inspection of the newly dug wells to ensure that they can continue to supply water. At the same time, we also need to continue to explore the surrounding areas to find more potential water sources."

Zhang Bo heard this and stepped forward, patting his chest and assuring, "Your Highness Prince Han and Your Highness the Crown Prince, rest assured. We mountain people dare not say anything else, but we are absolutely determined when it comes to work. The newly dug well will be handed over to us!"

The villagers also responded and expressed their willingness to help. A middle-aged man named Li Daniu stood up and said in a loud voice: "Your Highness, Young Master, the young men in our village are willing to do the work of exploring water sources! As long as we can find water for the village, we can endure any hardship!"

Zhu Han smiled and nodded, expressing his gratitude for the villagers' enthusiasm: "We appreciate your kindness. However, exploring water sources is no joke and requires certain experience and skills. We will invite several experienced craftsmen to guide us to ensure that the exploration work is both safe and efficient."

At this time, a white-haired old man, Mr. Li, slowly came forward. He had participated in well digging many times when he was young and was quite familiar with underground water veins: "Sir, although I am old, I still have some experience in well digging. If Your Highness and Mr. Li don't mind, I am willing to help." Zhu Han was overjoyed when he heard this, and hurried forward to support Mr. Li: "Mr. Li, it is a great honor for us that you are willing to come out and help! Your experience is very important to us, please be sure to give us more advice."

Zhu Biao also stepped forward to express his gratitude: "Mr. Li, with the guidance of a senior like you, our work will be twice as effective with half the effort. Please rest assured that we will fully cooperate with your work."

Afterwards, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao planned the next steps in detail, including the division of the exploration area, the organization of the exploration team, and the preparation of exploration tools. They also discussed with the villagers how to make rational use of existing resources to ensure the smooth progress of the exploration work.

After several days of hard exploration, they finally found a new water source in a hidden valley. When the first spring gushed out from underground, everyone was excited. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao held each other's hands tightly, their eyes shining with joy of victory.

"Uncle Han, we finally found it!" Zhu Biao shouted excitedly.

Zhu Han could not hide his excitement: "Yes, Your Highness. All this is thanks to the villagers. Without their support and efforts, we would not have found the water source so quickly."

The villagers gathered around, cheering and expressing their gratitude to Zhu Han and Zhu Biao. Old Man Li burst into tears: "Sir, you are really our benefactors! With this water, our village will be saved!"

Zhu Han quickly supported Old Man Li and comforted him gently, "Mr. Li, you are too serious. We are officials sent by the court, and it is our duty to help the people solve their problems. Seeing that the villagers can live a good life, we are happier than anything else."

Zhu Biao also took over the conversation: "Yes, fellow villagers. As long as everyone works together, there is no difficulty that we cannot overcome. Next, we must work together to make good use of the newly discovered water source so that the village can say goodbye to the days of water shortage."

The villagers nodded when they heard this, with determination and hope in their eyes. With the help of these two young masters, the future of the village will definitely be better.

Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood beside the newly discovered water source, looking at the gurgling spring, their hearts filled with emotion. Zhu Han turned to Zhu Biao and said, "Your Highness, we must report the situation here to our father as soon as possible, and arrange for craftsmen to come and build more wells and reservoirs to ensure that the villagers can get water in a long-term and stable manner."

Zhu Biao nodded in agreement: "Uncle Han is right. I will write a letter and send it back to the capital as fast as I can, asking my father to send craftsmen and supplies to support us."

At this time, a middle-aged man named Li Daniu came over and said with a simple smile: "My two lords, you are really the saviors of our village! This water is the lifeblood of all our villagers. If you need any help, just let us know!"

Zhu Han patted Li Daniu on the shoulder and said gratefully, "Brother Daniu, thank you for your support. Next, we will arrange for craftsmen to come and build the well, but before that, we still need your help to clean up this area to ensure that the craftsmen can work smoothly."

Li Daniu quickly agreed: "Don't worry, sir! The young men in our village have nothing but strength. Leave the cleanup work to us!"

Zhu Han smiled and nodded, then turned to the villagers who were gathered around and said, "Fellow villagers, in addition to the cleanup work, we also need some people to go to the neighboring villages to learn about well digging experience. Who is willing to go?"

As soon as he finished speaking, several young villagers stood up, their eyes flashing with eagerness to try. A young man named Xiao Shitou stepped forward and said firmly: "Sir, I am willing to go! I learn quickly and will definitely bring back good experience!"

Zhu Han nodded with satisfaction: "Okay, Xiao Shitou, this task is handed over to you. Remember, you must not only learn the technology, but also understand how they maintain the wells. This is very important to us."

Little Stone nodded heavily, his eyes flashing with determination: "Don't worry, sir, I will definitely live up to your trust!"

After making the arrangements, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao visited several households to learn more about their living conditions and needs. Every time they went to a place, they listened patiently, took notes carefully, and gave advice and encouragement from time to time.

In a simple farmhouse, they met an elderly woman. The old woman trembled and held Zhu Han's hand, her eyes full of tears: "My son, I won't live much longer, but I am worried about my grandson. He is still young, what will happen in the future?"

Zhu Han gently comforted him, "Don't worry, old man. We will do our best to help your grandson. The court will pay attention to the problems of lonely elderly people and orphans, and we will provide them with more help and support."

Hearing this, the old woman's eyes flashed with hope: "Really? That's great! Thank you, sir, and thank the court!"

After leaving the old woman's house, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao continued to move forward. They came to a barren field, where the land was dry and cracked, and weeds grew everywhere. An old farmer squatted on the ground, rubbing the dry land with his rough fingers, his eyes full of helplessness.

Zhu Han walked forward and asked softly, "Father, was this field like this before?"

The old farmer shook his head and sighed, "This used to be the best farmland in our village! We had a good harvest every year and fed so many people. But the drought has become more and more serious in recent years, and the crops can't survive."

Zhu Han was more determined to help the people there after hearing this. He turned to Zhu Biao and said, "Your Highness, we must act as soon as possible. In addition to building wells, we also need to guide the villagers to grow drought-resistant crops."

Zhu Biao frowned when he heard this, and a trace of worry flashed in his eyes: "Uncle Han, although drought-resistant crops are good, I am afraid that the villagers will find it difficult to accept the new planting method for a while, and I am even more worried that the harvest will not be as good as before."

Zhu Han nodded, and after thinking for a moment, he said, "Your Highness is right. This matter does need to be carefully considered. We can first find a few villagers who are willing to try, and the court will provide seeds and technical guidance. After they succeed, we can promote it."

At this time, a middle-aged farmer happened to pass by and heard the conversation between the two. He stopped and said with a simple smile: "My two lords, if there is such a good thing, I would like to be the first to try it. Our land is so dry that if we don't make changes, I'm afraid people will starve to death." (End of this chapter)