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In the crowd, a little boy of about seven or eight innocently raised a question. Before he could finish speaking, his elder sibling quickly stepped forward to pull him back into the group and hurriedly apologized to the clan leader, asking him not to hold it against the child for his thoughtless words.
Zhu Ji's forehead revealed a faint line, indicating his inner dissatisfaction. However, he soon adjusted his mindset, displaying the dignity and authority expected of a leader. He solemnly declared, "What I can say is that such matters are indeed beyond the realm of reason and difficult for people to accept. Yet, this is an undeniable fact."
He then announced an important piece of information: "More importantly, I have invited the Great Immortal to our village. He will provide us with a continuous supply of pure and refreshing rain." Finally, he stated firmly, "I do not care whether you believe it or not, but I require everyone to show sufficient respect when facing the Divine Lord. Otherwise, regardless of your status, you will be punished according to Family Law."
Upon hearing this, the women and children of the Chu Family immediately fell silent, fearing any act of defiance. Xiahou Xing then expressed his agreement as well: "Everything that the Chu Family Leader has said is true, and I share the same attitude. Everyone must respect the identity of the Great Immortal and must not violate the regulations. Any transgressions will be dealt with according to Clan laws."
His voice was equally authoritative, causing everyone present, including members of the Xiahou Family, to remain silent and even hesitate to breathe too loudly. In the late Eastern Han period, the power of clans was vastly different from later times; their authority was immensely strong. This power manifested in the ability of clans to impose private punishments based on their own Family Laws, without fear of government repercussions even for serious crimes.
This situation was rooted in the prevailing belief that there were National Laws for the state and Family Rules for households. Relationships between clans were typically connected by blood ties, with overlapping social circles; thus, extreme punitive measures were rarely employed within clans unless there was an unforgivable major offense.
Recognizing the seriousness hidden behind clan rules, when Zhu Ji and Xiahou Xing mentioned the impending implementation of Family Law regulations, those around them immediately sensed the urgency of the situation. Despite this, they did not express any resentment; instead, they were filled with curiosity about what kind of divine being would soon appear before them.
As Yun Xiao Yi and his companions stepped into Xinghua Village, Zhu Ji and Xiahou Xing had initially planned for him to rest and acclimate while experiencing the local hospitality. However, Yun Xiao Yi politely declined their offer.
How could he feel at ease in the face of the drought and the desperate villagers before him? Compared to Zhao Jia Village, Xinghua Village was clearly suffering from a more severe drought.
This was partly due to the fact that Xinghua Village was jointly governed by the Chu Clan and the Xiahou family, with extensive farmland and a large number of apricot orchards surrounding it. Additionally, due to its geographical location, Xinghua Village lay downstream of the Hutuo River. The water flow upstream was already scarce, and after multiple instances of soil absorption along the way, it had become nearly dry by the time it reached here.
Quickly, Zhu Ji and Xiahou Xing mobilized the available manpower in the village and selected an ideal spot along the banks of the Hutuo River. This location not only bordered the river but also connected with several tributaries.
"Esteemed sir, this is the spot," they said respectfully.
Yun Xiao Yi nodded slightly and took out a bucket, releasing an Infinite Water Source Block onto the ground. This object seemed like a natural spring, continuously flowing with clear water.
Water! There was really water!
The villagers exclaimed in astonishment: "The clan leader has truly found the Vital Water Celestial!"
However, according to the game settings, the range of effect for the Infinite Water Source Block was limited; it could only extend outward for seven meters before encountering obstacles. This was why Yun Xiao Yi did not place more of these items directly into the Hutuo River. Unless he could lay them out along the entire river to completely seal it off, the few water sources available would only have a minimal impact.
The two leaders excitedly approached the edge of the Infinite Water Source Block, attempting to scoop up some liquid to taste, and they immediately exclaimed: "How refreshing! This is truly delightful!"
In that moment, they realized that from then on, Xinghua Village would forever be free from water shortages. They also noticed a peculiar air wall formed by the obstruction of river flow and quickly understood the importance of the water-lifting cart they had seen earlier in Zhao Family Village. While manual water lifting was feasible, it was far less efficient than using a water cart.
The work efficiency of just one water cart could equal that of dozens of laborers combined.
At this moment, Xiahou Xing quietly asked Zhu Ji beside him: "Chu Clan Leader, do you have anyone in your family who is knowledgeable about Mo Family techniques?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Ji's heart stirred: "Master Xiahou, are you also planning to create a water-lifting tool?"
Xiahou Xing nodded in agreement.
"A highly efficient waterwheel can surpass the efforts of many people. If we also imitate the practices of Zhao Jia Village and establish more than ten such devices, we would only need a small number of personnel to ensure that we can draw water from the Infinite Water Source to irrigate our fields and trees."
Zhu Ji expressed strong support for this proposal.
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