After Tang Qiqi's outburst, Erzhuzi stopped asking where those strange and unusual things came from and even did his best to cover for Tang Qiqi!

With the materials provided by Tang Qiqi, Erzhuzi spent two days making an improved version of the plow.

Erzhuzi somehow got hold of a wood-colored sap and used it to paint the tires and plowshares the same color. At first glance, the plowshare really did look like it was made of wood.

When they showed the plow to Xu Lanzhi, she was incredibly excited.

Xu Lanzhi touched the plow and said, "How did you come up with such a brilliant idea? I was just worried that so much land couldn't be cultivated on time!"

Tang Qiqi hurriedly said, "Uncle Zhu heard that we rented a lot of land, so he racked his brains to come up with a solution to ease your burden. Mother, you must thank Uncle Zhu properly!"

Erzhuzi was scolded by Tang Qiqi

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"I'm sorry," he stammered, "it's Qiqi who's quick-witted. I only did a little bit of physical labor!"

Xu Lanzhi looked at Erzhuzi gratefully and said, "Zhuzi, thank you so much. Dongsheng has been gone all these years, and we owe you so much!"

Erzhuzi hurriedly said, "Sister-in-law, what are you saying? If it weren't for you not minding my clumsiness and letting me work at the chicken farm, I'm afraid I wouldn't even be able to eat right now!"

Before Xu Lanzhi could say anything more, Tang Qiqi couldn't stand it anymore. She chuckled and said, "You two are being too polite. If you keep being so courteous, it'll get dark. Shouldn't we go to the field and test how well this plow works?"

Erzhuzi borrowed three donkeys from the villagers and harnessed them to the plow. Xu Lanzhi said in surprise, "I've only ever seen oxen plow the fields, never donkeys. Will this work?"

Erzhuzi said somewhat awkwardly, "Plowing is meticulous work. Our village doesn't have any oxen, and horses are too restless. In comparison, donkeys are the most suitable!"

"Then let's give it a try!" Xu Lanzhi smiled.

Erzhuzi felt that Xu Lanzhi's smile had touched his heart, and with that smile, he would be willing to do anything for her.

The three donkeys easily pulled the plow into the field, but the soil was only turned up shallowly, only the surface layer was plowed up.

Erzhuzi was a little discouraged: "I was too naive. The depth isn't enough. Sister-in-law, would you please drive the cart from the front? I'll hold down the plow from behind and see if that works!"

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This time it was a little better, but the ground still couldn't be turned over to the bottom. Tang Qiqi called out from the side, "Uncle Zhu, put some heavy things in the baskets on both sides!"

Erzhuzi did as he was told. Now the plow was firmly held down, and although the donkey's speed was a bit slow, the ground was turned very well!

Xu Lanzhi was extremely pleased: "You guys are really something! You turned the soil so quickly and well. At this rate, the soil will be turned over in just a few days, and we won't need to hire people to dig it up in such a big way!"

Erzhuzi chimed in, "No need to hire anyone. There's nothing much going on at the chicken farm. I'll plow this land myself!"

Xu Lanzhi hurriedly said, "That won't do, you'll get exhausted doing that. With this plow, I can hire two good drivers. Oh, and we'll need to hire the donkey too!"

Tang Qiqi said, "My mother is right. We can't let Uncle Zhu plow this land. He still needs to make a few more plows. It will be harvest time in a few months, and Uncle Zhu needs to research harvesters. Mother, the chicken farm doesn't need any more people. Don't rely on Uncle Zhu for everything!"

Erzhuzi hurriedly said, "Qiqi, are you trying to steal my job? But the chicken farm is indeed all set up. Sister Qiu is capable, and several women from the village are helping to manage it, so there's really nothing for me to do."

"How about this, sister-in-law? I know a little about farming, so let me watch this land for you!"

What else could Xu Lanzhi say but gratitude? She had a privileged childhood and never had to lift a finger.

Later, she encountered a misfortune and married Xia Dongsheng. Her most important task was to have children one by one. She would occasionally help with the farm work, but Wang Shi and Dongsheng did most of the work.

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Now that Dongsheng is nowhere to be found, it's really unreasonable to leave such a big place for his mother to take care of.

Xu Lanzhi originally wanted to ask Xia He's husband, Lao Lin, for help, but she was afraid that Lao Lin was unpredictable and that there would be disputes when it came time to divide the profits.

Erzhuzi is different. He's not a relative, so once the payment is agreed upon, there won't be any disputes.

He is not only hardworking, but also a trustworthy person; I trust him even more than my own family.

Xu Lanzhi smiled sincerely: "How can I thank you enough? You've turned this chicken farm from a barren mountain into a vibrant place. Now I'm going to pass this hot potato to you. You've worked so hard. But don't worry, I won't let you work for nothing. From now on, your monthly salary will double. I'll give you twenty taels every month!"

Erzhuzi hurriedly refused: "Sister-in-law, this is too much. Ten taels is already an astronomical price. I used to earn less than ten taels a year. Besides, I'm a bachelor and don't need much money!"

Xu Lanzhi said, "You deserve this, don't be polite with your sister-in-law. Besides, you need to save more money to get married, right? By the way, I heard that many people are trying to find you a wife. Have you taken a fancy to any girls? If you find one you like, your sister-in-law will propose marriage for you!"

Erzhuzi panicked and stammered, "Sister-in-law, don't listen to their nonsense. It's not true. Who would want me? I'll never get married. I'll just stay here and take care of the house for you!"

Erzhuzi realized his mistake after saying the last sentence, but it was too late to take it back. He quickly explained, "Sister-in-law, don't misunderstand. What I meant was that I would be your family's long-term servant for life!"

It would have been better if this hadn't been explained; once it was, Xu Lanzhi picked up on the other meaning, and she immediately became uncomfortable. She pulled Qi Qi aside and said:

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"Zhu Zi, thank you for your hard work today. I finished building the yard in the last few days and there are still a lot of materials left over. It would be a shame to throw them away. I have already asked the craftsmen to clean them up. Tomorrow I will go and repair your house as well. It will be inconvenient for you to stay at the chicken farm to take care of the land in the future."

Erzhuzi was both ashamed and embarrassed. As a grown man, he was making a woman fix his house, and it was his beloved woman at that. He felt extremely ashamed.

He stammered, "No, no need, sister-in-law. My dilapidated house isn't worth the trouble. I live alone, a place to put a bed is enough!"

Xu Lanzhi said in an unquestionable tone, "That won't do. I'll need to hire people to do my work regularly from now on. If you live in a dilapidated house every day, people will definitely think I'm withholding your wages. Who will be willing to work properly for me then? That's settled."

"Thank you so much, sister-in-law. How much did it cost? Deduct it from my wages!" Erzhuzi was flattered!

Xu Lanzhi said indifferently, "Alright, I'll find a few more people to help at the chicken farm in the next few days. You can focus on making the plow for now, and move back to your house once it's repaired!"