Xie Qing nodded and said, "Don't worry, my Lord. I will definitely have someone keep an eye on it."
Qin Sheng said unhappily, "Just keep it a secret. The Marquis of Pingyang is going with us, so no matter how he disguises himself, he won't be able to hide from his eyes."
Qin Wan didn't care about this: "If he knows, then that's enough. He doesn't dare to say anything more. What's the point of revealing my identity to him?"
Qin Sheng had nothing more to say and could only wave his hand: "Whatever you want."
Qin Wan and Xie Qing agreed on the date and time to leave the capital, and Xie Qing left.
Qin Wan then told her grandfather and father about the grain production in Shenyang.
Hearing that the yield per acre of land increased by two to three stones, they were both a little excited:
"really?"
"This is a major event that benefits both the country and the people!"
Qin Wan smiled confidently, "My daughter wants to try out some new methods to see if the new crops are resistant to drought, cold, and pests and diseases. So this trip is essential."
When Qin Zhan was young, he was stationed in Fengyang, Wugu, Bianyugu and other places for many years.
At that time, there was perennial drought in the border areas. The yield per mu in the south was three or four dan, while three dan was considered a high yield on the border side. The general yield was one to two dan.
Thinking of this, he was filled with emotion: "If we can find rice seeds that are more drought-resistant, the people will be blessed."
Qin Sheng also said: "If the people at the border are well-fed and well-clothed, they will no longer fear war."
"Then why isn't there never any war?" Qin Wan disagreed. "Right now, the southern border, the Qiang tribe, and the Eastern Wu border are very peaceful. It would be great if the north could be like that as well."
Qin Zhan looked outside with a worried look on his face. "Fengyang was hit by a snowstorm, and the Northern Di had no harvest either. Things are better now. When the Northern Di recovers in the fall, they will definitely attack Fengyang, Wuguan and other places to seize food."
Qin Wan recalled the situation in her previous life. The Northern Di people had suffered a severe snowstorm. They had wanted to move south, but they were unable to fight and could only resort to guerrilla warfare. She comforted her grandfather, "The Northern Di people have suffered heavy losses. In addition, the previous eight years of fighting have resulted in heavy casualties among the adult population. Even if they wanted to make a comeback, they lack the manpower."
Qin Zhan thought about it carefully and said, "Eight years is indeed very draining for Beidi. Well, I won't go to the battlefield now, and our Qin family is far away from the court. This has nothing to do with us."
Qin Sheng also changed the subject: "If you need anything, tell your family, we will fully support you."
Qin Wan smiled and said, "I've already made preparations. I just need to pack my luggage and we can set off."
Qin Zhan and Qin Sheng listened carefully to her instructions and were very pleased: "We can rest assured now."
Qin Zhan added, "I'll assign you two guards, one good at investigation and the other good at martial arts."
Qin Sheng also prepared to send people: "I will assign you two experienced farmers to learn from you. Later, your mother and I will also grow your crops on the farm."
"Okay." Qin Wan nodded with a smile.
This trip south just happened to confirm her guess. If the prince is really like herself, then it would be fine to get closer to him in the future.
If a person could live his life over again and repeat the same mistakes as in his previous life, he would be a fool.
If this time he went south, he was still unable to change the course of events as he had done in his previous life, and left Shenyang soon, then Qin Wan would have to completely cut ties with the prince.
Qin Wan returned and called a few maids to tell them that she was going south.
Qin Wan glanced at them and said, "Taoyao and Yijia, come with me."
Zhenzhen was immediately unhappy: "Miss, why don't you let me go with you?"
Qin Wan took her hand and said, "I need you to look after the shop in the capital. Besides, Taoyao can come with me and help me with the accounts and some calculations. Yijia is a good cook, and she doesn't want me to have to eat poorly when I'm away from home, right?"
Indeed, in addition to being very good at hairdressing and makeup, Yijia is also a good cook.
Since Zhenzhen can't go with me, I have a lot more things to worry about.
Taoyao and Yijia also let her arrange and clean up.
Qin Wan was selecting her entourage, and Wu Ziya from Pingyang Marquis's Mansion was also selecting her entourage.
Whenever Marquis Pingyang traveled, in addition to his personal guards, he had to have someone to serve him in bed. On the one hand, it was to take care of the man, and on the other hand, they were naturally afraid that he would cheat on them outside.
If Bai Wanyi was still at home, Wu Ziya would naturally go with him. This trip would easily enhance their relationship.
But Bai Wanyi was not interested. Wu Ziya had to manage the household affairs and the mansion could not do without her.
Another thing is that Wu Ziya felt that she might be pregnant. Even if it was just a possibility, she didn't want to take the risk.
There are two wives and two concubines in the mansion, a total of four people. One works in the Ministry of Works, one is suspected of being pregnant, and one is pregnant. These three cannot go, and there is only one concubine left, Jia, so naturally she has to be taken with her.
But Wu Ziya asked Jiayue to accompany her: "Madam also needs someone to serve her. Jiayue is my maid and can give me advice if there is anything. If it is not convenient for Madam Jia, it is also okay to open Jiayue's face and let her stay in the room."
Lu Yan's expression turned a little unhappy: "Am I such an impatient person?"
Wu Ziya had her own considerations. Jiaqi and Jiayue were both the Fourth Prince's people, and she couldn't let Concubine Jia dominate alone. Everyone has selfish motives, and putting the two of them together would gradually create a rift.
She smiled gently and docilely: "You don't have to, but as your wife, I can't not prepare it."
Lu Yan just felt warm in her heart. This was the demeanor that the mistress of the house should have. Unlike Bai Wanyi, if it were her, she would definitely ignore her family and make a fuss to follow him.
"I remember your kindness. Don't worry, these two will never be able to surpass you." Lu Yan said softly.
Wu Ziya's smile grew sweeter: "As long as my husband favors me, I'm willing to do anything."
The news about the Lu family did not reach the Ministry of Works, but it reached Xie Qing and Qin Wan.
Qin Wan looked at the two beautiful maids she brought with her and was speechless: "I only brought two with me, and he brought two himself. He even said he wasn't impatient. Who would believe that?"
Upon hearing this, Zhenzhen immediately prepared two daggers for her young lady to use for self-defense: "This one is longer and hidden at the waist, and this one is shorter and can be hidden in the sleeves or boots to prevent him from harassing her."
Qin Wan didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "Your young lady has the ability to defend herself, and she won't let him get close to her."
"Beware of gentlemen, not villains. He is a villain." Zhenzhen still has resentment towards herself, and now she can vent it on others. How can she give up?
Qin Wan smiled helplessly, but two daggers wouldn't be a problem, so she just took them with her.
On the day of departure, Qin Wan changed into men's clothes, bid farewell to her grandfather and parents, and went to meet Master Du in advance.
Prince Du had heard the news earlier. When he saw Qin Wan, who looked so handsome and heroic in men's clothing, he almost didn't recognize her. "Miss Qin, your outfit is really eye-catching."
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