The group of people who had returned from Stanlow had already arrived outside the gates of Hope Village by this time.

When they saw the familiar "guards" at the door, many people's eyes turned red again.

It was only when they really saw that there were people in this territory that they had a feeling that the dust had settled.

And the residents of Hope Village, who rushed to the scene after receiving the news, saw this scene when they came out.

But what flashed in everyone's eyes was unbearable.

Not for anything else, but for these people to look really miserable.

They were scrawny and bony, none of the clothes on their bodies were good, and some of the revealed flesh and skin still had obvious whip marks...... At first glance, it was abused like this.

At this time, a group of people also noticed the residents of Hope Village, although they did not look the same as them, but they were all humans, so they must be right.

One of them plucked up the courage and said, "We came back from Stanlow, and we hope that the village will exchange us back."

Hearing this, the residents of Hope Village were a little surprised, and someone hesitated, "Stanlow Village? Isn't that orc territory?"

"Yes, we were taken captive by the orcs and used as slaves."

"I thought we would never be free again, but I didn't expect that after your victory this time, you would be willing to exchange us for loot."

"If there's anything we need to do, just say it."

"We just hope you can let us stay in Hope Village."

「……」

Hearing the words of these people, the residents of Hope Village reacted one by one.

They had heard of other races plundering human resources as slaves, but they had heard of it, and they had seen it today.

No wonder they are so miserable!

Also, how can life be good as a slave in the hands of orcs?

However, was it the territory that exchanged these people back? That's your own person!

Zhou Bai was also among them, looking at their miserable appearances, and he was glad that he had made the choice to exchange them.

Then he looked at the cautious appearance of these people, and spoke up directly, "Hope Village is currently short of people, and it will not refuse to accept residents, as long as you can afford to pay."

"How much do you need?" Someone couldn't help but ask, with apprehension on his face.

"Tourist status is 10 copper coins per day, and resident status only needs 10 silver coins." Zhou Bai said, "Even if you don't have it on you now, you can get it quickly, and the wood and stone collected in the territory are 1 unit of 1 copper coin for wood, and 2 copper coins for 1 unit of stone, which is currently unlimited."

The price Zhou Bai said made everyone happy.

With such a low price, it is indeed easy for them to enter Hope Village, even if they can't become residents, they can become tourists, and as for residents, they can save slowly.

As long as they recover physically, it is a matter of time before they make money.

Not to mention, Hope Village even collects these resources in unlimited quantities.

Immediately, someone spoke.

"We can go collect it right now, but we might need your help selling it?" Is that okay?"

The person who asks is also cautious.

Hearing this, others also reacted one after another.

These people are not like them.

At least for now, it's even worse than them!

….

They are not even prepared to take a break before starting work, they are afraid that they will be penniless!

Thinking about it, someone spoke.

"No problem, but you can eat something first and rest before you go!"

"You see that some of you are still dragging your family, and it is not suitable to be out here."

"Shall we lend you some money first, enter the territory first, and then you will pay us back?"

「……」

Everyone, you and I said it one by one, and I was confused in an instant.

It's because they've never seen such friendly residents borrow money for free

It's all spoken.

After the initial touch, a thought couldn't help but rise in their hearts.

Is there a scam here?

As soon as this idea came out, it was quickly suppressed.

If it's a territory that doesn't know the details, maybe they should be more vigilant.

But this territory, having just given up the low-hanging fruit, saved them.

The inhabitants of such a territory should not have any bad thoughts about them.

"Thank you." Eventually, a lot of people chose to accept help.

I really can't help it.

They don't eat well in the orc territory, they don't sleep well, and they have to face heavy labor when they wake up every day.

If they go to collect resources, it is indeed easy to fall outside.

And now it's borrowed, and when they recover, they will definitely pay it back.

After they agreed, someone on the scene did not hesitate to start borrowing money.

Some of them also led people inside after they lent them.

It just so happens that you can also learn more about the world through these natives.

There is a lot of strength in numbers, and in a short time, more than 200 local residents were divided up and brought to Hope Village.

And after they entered the Hope Village and looked at the prosperous territory, they couldn't help but look straight at each other.

This...... Or is it still a village?

Smelling the fragrance from the commercial street, many people's stomachs are "growling".

However, many people still endure to avoid it, as if as long as they don't look at it, their stomachs will not be hungry.

However, some of the children in the team couldn't help it, and looked straight at it, looking at it without blinking.

"Mother, it smells so good!" After all, a little girl couldn't help it and muttered to her mother.

And Miranda, as a mother, couldn't help but sour her nose when she heard this.

"Well, I'll take you to eat again when I have a chance."

"Okay." The little girl responded obediently, having lived in the territory of the orcs, these children have long learned to observe words and feelings, and only by being well-behaved can they live.

Zhou Bai stood aside and couldn't help but sigh, but after all, he still didn't buy them food.

At first glance, the state of these people can be seen as a state of long-term starvation, which is not suitable for eating too greasy things.

In this way, the group walked along the avenue in the territory, and soon came to the restaurant.

The restaurant is large enough and serves white porridge, which is indeed a good place to settle people temporarily.

….

As soon as they entered the restaurant, they were all seated, and soon a bowl of gruel and steamed buns were placed in front of each person.

It is such a simple meal, which is extremely rare for them, and it is also the most suitable at this time.

I could bear it in the commercial street before, but I couldn't collapse at this moment.

Throughout the restaurant, most of the people can't wait to bury their heads in the hard work.

And a small part of them took care of the weak personnel and children first.

Miranda was one of them, and even though she was hungry at the moment, she fed her daughter as soon as possible.

"Mother, it's delicious."

"Eat more if it's delicious."

"Mother, you eat too."

"Hmm." Miranda responded, her eyes unconsciously reddening.

The child followed her in orc territory, and really suffered a lot.

In order to protect them, the child's father has died in orc territory.

Now that she is safe, no matter what the cost, she will raise her children well.

At this moment, the minds of these returnees are filled with only two words: hope.

It's not just the hope of the Hope Village, it's the territory for them

Bring hope.

They have been given a new lease of life!

(End of chapter)

A summer of joy