I Become a Landlady in the Game World-Chapter 285 - 175: What’s the Idea?_2

"Not expensive at all! Dirt cheap! Compared to what I earn every day, your stuffed bellies are mere pocket change," Locke said generously.

Beth, reassured by his words, then said, "Well, in that case, let’s have you show us a good time."

She wasn’t one to quibble. If her family could afford it, she was naturally willing to enjoy herself.

The next moment, the whole family headed straight for the shops.

In the caravan, there were several families just like them.

They had been to Hope Village before and knew their way around.

In an instant, the caravan, which had over two thousand people, saw more than half of them peel away.

Most of those left were newcomers to Hope Village.

They shuffled their feet slowly, a hint of uncertainty in their hearts.

Were they to follow the others for a meal, or find a place to settle first? If settling down, where should they go?

As they were at a loss, several people immediately approached them.

"Hello. We are guides from Yun Family Intermediaries. We can show you around the territory, and it’s only 5 copper coins per person."

"We can introduce you to the situation of the territory, help you find housing, and even suggest employment opportunities."

"Also, if you have any fresh goods to sell, you can come to us. We purchase in bulk and can introduce you to buyers. A tiny intermediary fee can save you time selling your goods—an economical deal indeed."

"We’re backed by the shops, so don’t worry about getting cheated. If you feel conned, you can always ask for a refund at the shop."

"..."

Everyone took turns speaking. The Yun Family Intermediaries they mentioned were established by Yun Juncai.

Since he had decided to become a broker, he set up his shop, employed a number of staff, and started the intermediary business.

As for the guides, they were employees of Yun Family Intermediaries, and the earnings from guiding were theirs to keep. If they utilized the shop’s resources, they would have to share the profits and hand them over.

With Yun Juncai offering a base salary for small tasks, not a few locals went to work as intermediaries at his place!

In an environment like Hope Village, after living there for a while, their mindset would subtly shift toward that of the Blue Star residents.

Of course, they felt that their current lives were much more enjoyable than before.

Seeing how earnest they were, many on-site actually picked people they liked and had them show the way.

They were not short on money, nor did they mind the few copper coins. If it could save them time and allow a proper rest, it was worth it.

In this way, another large group dispersed from the scene.

Although some did not employ a guide, they covertly followed behind, planning to mimic the actions of the others.

Humans have always had remarkable adaptability. Once in a new place, it takes just a little bit of time for them to figure things out.

Moreover, these individuals recognized the unique spirit of Hope Village.

They felt liberated and equal within the territory, believing that their future lifestyle depended solely on themselves.

The difference from their previous territories made them a little uncomfortable, but upon deeper consideration, they preferred this freedom. They could make their own choices based on their needs, rather than be dictated by the territory.

This was particularly significant for the common people. In many territories, those who were not Professionals or without one in the family often gathered in slums, as those were the most suitable places for their survival.

Yet, as the intermediaries had hinted, the residential areas in Hope Village were not segregated between Professionals and common people; they all shared the same areas. Just this fact alone significantly boosted the appeal to ordinary folk.

Before long, these people started exploring the whole territory with courage, in groups of three or two.

Thus, the group of more than two thousand was whittled down to just a few hundred from Glasgow Village.

The villagers of Glasgow hadn’t dispersed because of their lord, Viscount Lancelot.

With the Lord present, no matter how eager they were, they had to hold back for now.

Viscount Lancelot had not left for two reasons: one was to wait for the higher-ups of Hope Village to welcome them, and the other was to observe how Hope Village would handle the abrupt arrival of over two thousand people, to see if they truly had the capability to accommodate them.