Ze County.
The sky was just beginning to brighten as the early market opened.
A long line had already formed outside the city gate.
Country folks carrying shoulder poles lined up orderly to enter. They were all here to set up stalls.
There were eggs saved from home, woven grass baskets, various mountain goods…
Every ten days, the early market in the county town would open once, and it only cost two coins to rent a stall space.
But there are certain matters to note.
First come, first served.
Who wouldn't want to grab a better spot?
The guards at the city gate had heavier tasks than usual. They had to check road permits to verify identities while also collecting and registering stall fees.
The line moved forward very slowly.
The Hu Family was among them.
Ever since Hu Yaozu returned home, they had invited a matchmaker to visit the Chu Family.
Both families were inclined, so there were no ripples.
The matchmaker helped finalize the arrangement.
