A few women in the village already gathered with their small stools, discussing, and soon Chen Dacheng appeared at the head of the village committee's table. He held a megaphone in his hand and began to shout loudly.
"I've called you here today for something very important!"
"Huh... what is it?"
"I don't know!"
"I'm not very sure either."
As soon as Chen Dacheng finished speaking, the crowd below began to stir. Chen Dacheng had considerable influence in Luoyang Village, so the villagers were willing to listen to him. The place became a buzz instantly, and Chen Dacheng spoke again.
"This is about Chen Ergou!"
"Master Gou!"
"Wow! Hurry up and tell us."
Upon hearing it was about Chen Ergou, the villagers who were sitting on the benches immediately stood up, looking at Chen Dacheng with anticipation. Some people were already whispering anxiously.
"Ergou is going to the Northern Desert and needs a few strong men to work hard. This journey might be especially dangerous."
