"One last question: can we fill the hole that has been dug out?"

Yun Zhiyi smiled.

He truly deserves to be the head of both the imperial court and the martial arts world.

Unfortunately, she is unable to answer this question at the moment.

She thought for a moment and said, "The Great Dao is forty-nine, and Heaven evolves into one; there will always be a glimmer of hope."

This means I don't know.

The grandfather and grandson's eyes darkened, and their expressions became increasingly solemn.

Yun Zhiyi glanced at them, adding another layer of ice to their already heavy hearts.

"Furthermore, according to the latest information, we only have about a year. If we cannot resolve these two issues within a year, we may not have another chance."

Their expressions changed again, and they suddenly looked up at her.

Then his gaze turned somber, as if he had already understood the meaning.

"Will the infection break out within a year?"

Yun Zhiyi just smiled and didn't answer.

But the two of them had already gotten the answer from her expression.

My heart sank to the bottom in an instant.

Suddenly, Fu Yuanbo remembered the demonic energy that had completely disappeared from the person's body, his eyes lit up, and he looked at Yun Zhiyi again.

However, he did not ask immediately, but pondered for a few moments before asking.

"If you need our cooperation in any way, please let us know."

Yun Zhiyi smiled.

See? That's why she enjoys dealing with intelligent people.

"The demonic energy that can leak in through the cave entrance should be limited and unable to actively infect us. But right now, it seems that someone or something has made the demonic energy spreadable. I have medicine that can clear the demonic energy to varying degrees. In the coming days, I will try my best to plan in this direction and take preventative measures in advance. But I don't want to keep passively clearing it. Ideally, we should dig out the person or thing that is spreading the demonic energy. This may require your help. In a short period of time, try to find out as many people as possible who are related to the demonic energy as possible."

The two men's eyes turned cold and sharp as they instinctively glanced at the unconscious leader of the Luoshui Palace in the corner.

Judging from what she said, Luoshui Palace might only be one of them.

However, it is also a breakthrough point.

Fu Yuanbo nodded. "No problem, leave this to me."

Having been away from the martial arts world for many years, perhaps it's time to go back.

Yun Zhiyi then looked at Fu Tingchen.

“The demonic energy in your body was very similar to the demonic energy left behind when the demonic cultivators of Luoshui Palace injured people. However, I suspect that the person who attacked you was not from Luoshui Palace. Perhaps we can investigate whether there are any similar entities within the imperial court.”

Fu Yuanbo's expression turned cold as he looked at his grandson.

"This matter should indeed be thoroughly investigated. Now that you have recovered from your injuries, you should go back and report your safety to your father and mother."

Fu Tingchen understood the meaning behind his words, but first looked at Yun Zhiyi.

After all, he's still doing things for her, and the training has only just begun.

Yun Zhiyi also felt that it would be best for Fu Tingchen to go back now and lure the snake out of its hole.

In terms of training, the addition of Chang Shanfeng to her team doesn't have a significant impact.

"Important matters come first."

Upon hearing this, Fu Tingchen nodded, "Alright, I will head to Tongxiao Pass tomorrow."

Yun Zhiyi was taken aback for a moment, then quickly understood. She raised an eyebrow and showed appreciation.

Fu Yuanbo stroked his beard and nodded with a smile.

Without saying a word, the three of them quickly and tacitly divided the tasks.

Yun Zhiyi left Qingshan and walked on the road back to the mountain villa.

Although it was midday, the farm was bustling with activity.

In the past two days, most of the people in the village have finished harvesting their wheat.

Now that the weather is cool, people sit on the doorstep with their rice bowls in hand at midday, eating and chatting with their neighbors.

Upon seeing Yun Zhiyi walk by, they immediately greeted her with smiles.

Yun Zhiyi smiled slightly as she walked forward, her gaze sweeping over the empty farmland around her.

The farmland is no longer like it used to be, which was either lush green or golden.

There are still large areas of vibrant plants in the fields, including nearly a hundred acres of sunflower fields.

Yun Zhiyi returned to the manor and said to Li Fu, "Old Li, have Mr. Li come to my courtyard."

Back in the courtyard, the three little ones hadn't returned yet; they were wandering around in the woods behind the mountain.

Yun Zhiyi ignored them.

She entered the main room, closed her eyes, and began searching for things in the space.

Before long, several white jade boxes of different sizes appeared on the table.

At this moment, Li Chengzhi rushed over.

"Master, what are your orders?"

Yun Zhiyi said, "Mr. Li, please issue a notice for me at the farm. In ten days, autumn wheat will be sown. All farmers must participate and prepare the fields as soon as possible within ten days. In addition, any wheat harvested this year that has not yet been hulled can be exchanged with me for wheat seedlings. Every 10 catties of wheat seeds can be exchanged for 50,000 wheat seedlings."

Then he added another sentence.

"For this autumn planting, farmers can choose to continue planting on their own or hire laborers. If they choose to hire laborers, the land rent will be waived until March of next year. Each mu of land will be paid as one long-term laborer, at 80 wen per mu per day."

After saying that, he glanced at Li Chengzhi, who was still in a daze and hadn't come to his senses yet, and asked, "Did you understand?"

Li Chengzhi suddenly snapped back to reality and hurriedly said, "I understand, but..."

He hesitated before offering his reminder.

“Master, the snow in Lufeng City is three feet deep in winter, burying the farmland and the plants probably won’t survive.”

He spoke cautiously, but inside he was in a complete panic.

Before Yun Zhiyi arrived, their biggest worry was that an outsider would instruct an expert and haphazardly allocate farmland.

Fortunately, the other party had never interfered with the farmland much.

The fields yielded another bumper harvest, and everyone was not only relieved but also very satisfied.

But then the other party suddenly intervened.

In winter, even in some warmer areas, apart from the wealthy who use greenhouses for farming, who would grow crops outdoors in the fields?

At most, they would grow some cold-resistant vegetables in their own garden.

Moreover, these vegetables are planted before winter and harvested in winter.

It takes at least six months from planting to harvesting wheat.

Planting now will take place through winter, until March.

When the heavy snow covers the fields, the wheat seedlings will still be there. How could they possibly survive, let alone be harvested in the fall?

"In addition, is it mandatory to participate in the wheat seedling exchange program as well?"

Yun Zhiyi said, "I have my own way to make wheat grow smoothly in winter without fear of the cold. Wheat can be exchanged for wheat seedlings. Those who want to grow it themselves can exchange it, and those who choose to hire can sell it to me. I will buy it for 20 coins per pound of wheat seeds."

Li Chengping showed surprise again.

Wheat seeds are priced at 20 wen per jin, which is a bit high.

However, what he was worried about was that his employer wanted to plant wheat in the winter.

He couldn't think of any way to make wheat, which can only be planted in spring and summer, grow under the cover of snow in winter.

But the owner was clearly determined, and he couldn't persuade him any further. He could only agree for now, thinking he would discuss a solution with the old man later.

His family also owns more than ten acres of land, and now he needs to choose whether to farm it himself or hire someone to do it.

After calming down, he no longer felt that his employer was acting recklessly.

Although the two sides had not known each other for long, it was certain that the employer was not someone who spoke without reason.

There must be a reason why the employer suddenly wants to do this.