Chapter 56: and translation of title, then ===GLOSSARY=== with list of named entities

Lu Qingshan withdrew his hand, his icy gaze like a knife sweeping over everyone present; his voice was not loud, yet it carried a chilling killing intent and pressure:

Ma Liu brought armed men to forcibly break into my home, injured my dog, intending to rob and harm people; he has already been detained by the township police station and sent to the county! Both human and material evidence are present!

He stepped forward, looming over the dazed Qian Guapu sitting slumped on the ground, and said word by word:

What kind of person is my wife? It's not up to you gossiping women to spout nonsense here!

From today on, whoever dares to wag their tongue behind my back and slander my wife even a single word will meet the same fate—her fate will be your example!

His voice wasn't loud, yet each word was crystal clear, carrying an undeniable ferocity.

That gaze, like a hungry wolf in the mountains locking onto its prey, made anyone who met his eyes shudder involuntarily, a chill running down their spine.

Those women no longer dared to linger, their souls scattered; they hurriedly helped up the still-muttering Qian Guapu and fled, scrambling away into the snowy night.

This scene left the watching villagers murmuring, and their gaze toward Lu Qingshan completely changed.

They never expected that the 'Lu Lazi' whom everyone used to step on in the past now possessed such a murderous aura and imposing presence.

It seems the rumor is true—this Lu Qingshan is not only skilled at hunting, he likely really has connections with the county public security, making him not to be trifled with!

Lu Qingshan ignored the crowd's gazes, clapped his hands, and went straight home.

Upon arriving home, Lu Qingshan checked the time, and while it wasn't fully dark yet, he pulled out several cloth bundles from the bottom of a chest, filled with various tickets and vouchers exchanged in the county town and market town, plus some dried meat, greeted Yue E, then hurried out and headed straight for Zhao Tiezhu's and Liu Fugui's homes.

Come, this is our agreed-upon share.

Lu Qingshan divided the tickets and dried meat into two portions, one each, then added a bit extra to each—especially cloth and grain tickets, which in this era are more valuable than money.

Zhao Tiezhu took the heavy cloth bundle; the colorful tickets inside made him dizzy, and his rough hands trembled slightly.

Brother Qing Shan, this… this is too much, isn't it? We didn't agree on this… we didn't contribute anything…

Lu Qingshan waved his hand, his tone leaving no room for doubt.

Take it! Get some cloth for Aunt to make new clothes, buy some food for the younger siblings—New Year's is coming, this is what we brothers earned by risking our lives, and it's deserved!

Liu Fugui's eyes instantly reddened; he clutched the bundle tightly, his voice shaking with emotion.

Brother Qing Shan, I… I've never seen so many tickets in my life! This life… this life is really going to get better!

Lu Qingshan patted both their shoulders, seeing their sincere gratitude and excitement, and felt a warm surge in his own heart.

In his previous life he was alone, never having had brothers he could trust and rely on.

We are brothers; from now on, if we work hard, our days will surely keep getting better. After spring arrives, there are even more good things waiting for us!

Zhao Tiezhu's eyes were firm; he rubbed them hard, his voice a little choked but resolute.

Brother Qing Shan, rest assured, my life from now on is yours! Tell me what to do and I'll do it!

Although Liu Fugui usually seems timid, now he straightened his back and nodded firmly.

Brother Qing Shan, Fugui feels the same! From now on, if you say go east, I'll never go west!

Alright, big fellas, stop acting like women.

Lu Qingshan pretended to be impatient, waving his hand, but inside he felt quite content.

Remember, we're in the same boat—share blessings, share hardships!

This is the kind of brother he wanted!

Able to share sweetness, even more able to share bitterness!

This pleases him more than catching ever more game.

In the evening, Lin Yue'e brought steaming hot cornmeal porridge to the table and stir-fried a small plate of cabbage; though simple, the room was warm and her heart was at ease.

Just after finishing the meal, the courtyard gate was knocked on again.

It was Village Chief Zhao Yongnian and Production Team Leader Zhao Dazhi, both covered in snowflakes, their faces showing anxiety and hope.

Is Qing Shan home!

Zhao Yongnian rubbed his hands, and as soon as he entered he spoke urgently, his eyes holding a hint of approval.

I heard you dealt with Qian Guapu today? Well done! It's about time someone shut that rotten mouth of hers! But that's not the point,

He shifted his tone: 'Qing Shan, we two have come to ask you for a favor!'

Lu Qingshan poured hot water for the two elders, speaking neither humbly nor arrogantly.

Village Chief, Team Leader, if you have something to say, please speak.

"Ah!" Zhao Dazhi sighed, took the hot water, and his wrinkles deepened.

It's like this—you've seen it too; this year's snowfall is ominous, and come spring we may face a gap between harvests.

With the New Year fast approaching, every household is short of grain; many can't even afford New Year supplies, and the children are looking on wistfully.

You are now the village's acknowledged hunting expert, familiar with the mountain situation, and you can even talk with the county public security……

He paused, looked at Lu Qingshan, and pleaded: 'We want to discuss with you whether, taking advantage of the mountain being sealed by heavy snow, when game descends the mountain seeking an exit, you could take the lead, organize the village's able-bodied youths to conduct a drive hunt in the mountains? That would let everyone have a plump New Year and store up some strength before the spring farming rush.'

Zhao Yongnian also nodded in agreement, his tone grave.

That's right, Qing Shan—your hunting skill is known throughout the village. Now the village can only rely on you! This isn't just for your own family; it's for all the elders and youths of the village, so everyone can have a decent New Year!

Lu Qingshan pondered a moment, looking at the two elders' hopeful yet troubled eyes, recalling that although Shanwan Village's folks had gossiped over the years, they had generally been tolerant of his family, especially after his rebirth when Zhao Tiezhu and the others helped him, and he nodded.

Uncle, Team Leader, the village has always looked after me; I'll definitely help with this. But hunting isn't child's play, especially with so many people together.

You must follow my command; safety comes first.

Moreover, we can't engage in exhausting the pond to catch all the fish, can't beat the bushes to flush out rabbits and cut off the mountain's livelihood; we need rules—what can be hunted, what must be left alone—and they must be made clear.

Finally, how the hunted game is divided must be agreed upon in advance; brothers should settle accounts clearly to avoid hurting feelings later.

Zhao Yongnian and Zhao Dazhi glanced at each other, seeing surprise and approval in each other's eyes.

Lu Qingshan's several points were utterly reasonable!

Especially the second point—protecting the mountains and forests—is a long-term rule understood only by veteran hunters!

This kid truly has talent and also has a plan!

"No problem! Great!"

Zhao Yongnian slapped his thigh, "Just do as you say! Go ahead boldly! When the time comes, we two old guys will back you up; whoever dares not to obey, causing trouble, see how we deal with him! Everything will follow your lead!"

After seeing off the two village cadres, the house returned to silence.

Lin Yue'e was tidying up the bowls and chopsticks, a hint of worry on her face.

"Qing Shan, are you really going to take that many people into the mountains? It's so dangerous in there, with many people and mixed talk, what if..."

Lu Qingshan walked to her side, gently put his arm around her shoulders, gazing at the snowflakes still drifting outside the window, his eyes deep.

"Relying solely on our own hunting will ultimately be small-time and easily provoke envy."

"Over the past few years, the educated youths have returned to the city one after another; we got married and lived in the village, thanks to the village's care."

"Leading the village folks in this work will both repay the favors of these years and let our family truly hold its head up in the village, with no one daring to look down on us."

"Furthermore..."

He paused, then the corner of his mouth curled into a meaningful smile.

"Only with many people can we accomplish great things; some things cannot be retrieved by a single person."

Lin Yue'e nodded somewhat uncertainly, leaning her head lightly on his shoulder, feeling the strength and warmth emanating from him, her unease gradually easing.

"I'm just afraid someone won't submit to management..."

She still muttered a sentence under her breath.

Lu Qingshan smiled, then rubbed his wife's hair.

"Don't worry, in the mountains I have the final say. Whoever doesn't comply, I have plenty of ways to make them submit."

The night grew deep, the wind and snow outside continued unabated.

Lu Qingshan lay on the warm kang, listening to the even breathing of his wife and daughter beside him, yet felt no sleepiness.

The perception of Mountain Wild Heart spread like a tide, passing over the village and probing into the vast, snow‑covered forest that lay silent yet hid danger.

Unlike past tranquility, even the wind carried a hint of unusual significance.

The hunt before spring, I fear… will not be as simple as the village head and others imagined.

At the foot of the kang, Jin Hu also seemed to sense something, shifting uneasily and letting out a low, wary whine from its throat.

Lu Qingshan reached out and stroked its warm fur, soothing it.

The little creature then gradually calmed down, yet remained alert, its ears twitching occasionally as it curled up and fell into a deep sleep.

The snow‑filled night stretched long, dark currents surging.

Unbeknownst to him, the year's end was approaching; this was the first truly meaningful Spring Festival he faced after his rebirth, and it would be a crucial step in turning his life around.

And that mysterious Guandong Mountain seemed to have prepared an unexpected "New Year gift" for him.