The three people, along with three horses, set off from the ruined temple, heading towards the nearby Qingshui County.
These two places aren't far apart, probably just during the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, and along the way, you can see large swathes of deserted land and some especially dilapidated farmhouses due to no one living there.
"Where have all the farmers gone? Why is no one farming?" Zhu Yu was a bit surprised. By logic, it was already early summer, the perfect time for crops to grow, yet the surroundings looked quite desolate.
"Many people have gone to the Southern Territory." Lu Qing sat astride his horse, looking around, and replied leisurely, "The Southern Territory of Jin Country borders Lan Country. Lan Country is surrounded by water on three sides. Besides producing white jade, they excel in fishing and weaving. The renowned silks and satins in the world mostly come from Lan Country.
