Just by imagining, one could guess what the scene would have been. The human heart, it's not that doing a good deed will necessarily be rewarded. If it's an ill-conceived kindness, not only will there be no return, but it could also invite disaster. When that time comes, it won't just be their family that can't settle things well, even the village will be dragged down with them.
Of course, Lin Yue wasn't completely indifferent. She still took in a few suitable people to work, or those who were honest, capable, or possessed a special skill and were willing to pledge their service to her family. Lin Yue left these people to stay, which did not impact her family and the village and also provided them with hope for survival. Even if pledging service was a last resort and they lost their freedom, working for Lin Yue, as long as they did so for a while, they all knew she was a good mistress and willingly stayed.