Ah Xu didn't dare look Xie Wanwan in the eye, only shaking his head and explaining, "I'm fine, Miss Xie, I'm sorry. I know men and women shouldn't touch each other, I just saw you were about to fall, that's why I helped you."
The atmosphere became awkward, and both of them felt embarrassed about what had just happened.
"I know."
Ah Xu was so nervous that he clenched his fist, and his palm was cut by a stone, and he didn't even feel the blood dripping down.
"You're injured."
Following Xie Wanwan's gaze, Ah Xu noticed that his hand was bleeding.
He hid his hands behind his back and grinned sheepishly at Xie Wanwan.
"It's alright. I'm a martial artist, and I'm always carrying a sword. Getting injured is common for me."
Aside from a scar on her face, Xie Wanwan is truly beautiful, with a touch of red between her eyebrows.
Her eyes sparkled, like those of a fairy untouched by worldly concerns.
The scar brought her down from the mundane world, but it did not diminish her aloof and elegant demeanor.
"Hold out your hand!" Xie Wanwan said in a tone that left him no room for refusal.
"Miss Xie, I..."
This kind of injury was commonplace for Ah Xu. Seeing Xie Wanwan's serious expression, Ah Xu had no choice but to extend his hand.
"Lady Su said that injuries should be cleaned promptly, otherwise infection can be a serious problem."
I don't know if Dr. Du is resting now. Go find him later and get some medicine to apply.
As Xie Wanwan spoke, she used her handkerchief to wrap A Xu's wound.
"Thank you for earlier. If it weren't for you, I might have been the one who got hurt."
If it were the Xie Wanwan of the past, growing up in a large, secluded mansion...
If she were to approach a man in this way, she would definitely be so delicate that she would cry for days.
Having experienced so much, she was no longer afraid of death, so naturally she wouldn't care about such trivial matters.
"hey-hey……"
Ah Xu could only chuckle foolishly, unsure whether to grip the sword at his waist or touch his head, his hands awkwardly unsure of what to do.
"Then Miss Xie, please be careful when you walk. I'm going to find Doctor Du now."
"good!"
Xie Wanwan bowed slightly in thanks before turning to leave.
After watching Xie Wanwan leave, Axu stood there dumbfounded for a long time.
Back in his room, Ah Xu didn't go to find Du Xiuyuan. Instead, he lay on the bed, holding up his hand and looking at the handkerchief Xie Wanwan had tied for him.
His face was sometimes serious, sometimes with a smile on his lips, without even realizing it himself.
...
The next day, the weather was gloomy and it looked like it was going to rain. Su Luo and Nangong Qing quickly went and came back to cut the grown turnips and rapeseed and bring them home.
Place it on a cloth and let it air dry in a well-ventilated place.
"Luo Luo, will the seeds of these two plants really grow into another plant?"
"Of course, this is based on science. After pollination, the planted cabbage will grow. If the cabbage is sown in September, it will grow in autumn and winter."
Moreover, Chinese cabbage is cold-resistant; once harvested, it can be stored in a cellar and eaten throughout the entire winter.
Science? What is science?
It seems that Nangong Qing has learned a new word.
Su Luo cut off the still-dry vegetable stalks to allow the rapeseed pods to release moisture more quickly.
"Take this vegetable stalk and throw it away."
"oh!"
Nangong Qing was as obedient as a child; he did whatever Su Luo asked him to do.
There were still many dried vegetable leaves and scraps on the ground, which she swept up as she went.
Once the seeds are ready, they should weigh about two pounds, which should be enough to grow a lot of cabbages.
"Nangong Qing, when these seeds are completely dry, we'll each take half."
The turnips were found by Nangong Qing from Beiliang, and she cultivated the seeds; neither was dispensable.
It's not unreasonable for the two of them to split it equally.
After thinking for a moment, Su Luo added, "Of course, you can plant them all for me. Once the cabbages are grown, only our Fu Man Lou will be able to eat fresh vegetables in the winter in the entire Nanning Kingdom."
Business will definitely be better than last year's eggplant business. I also have quite a few fancy ways to eat cabbage, what do you think?
"Luo Luo, I only need one or two taels to take with me, and the rest is yours. You can use it to sell or invest in Fu Man Lou, it's up to you."
If you plant one or two kinds of seeds, it's enough for a family to eat for a winter.
“Okay, then I’ll consider it as you investing half of it in Fumanlou. I’ll then collect my planting fee and my share of the silver from Fumanlou.”
Su Luo explained the details very clearly, stating that any vegetables grown by her would incur an extra charge.
Nangong Qing watched Su Luo calculate every single coin, which seemed very mercenary, yet he couldn't help but be fascinated.
He used to dislike mercenary businessmen the most, but Su Luo was the one who could turn his love and hate around.
Having finished all that, Du Xiuyuan packed his things and planned to travel back to Yongle County with Nangong Qing and the others.
Su Zuo and Su You prepared the carriages for the group. As they were leaving, dark clouds filled the sky, and suddenly a torrential downpour began.
"Luo Luo, even if people don't keep guests, heaven will. Isn't this rain just in time?"
Nangong Qing waved his fan, looking smug and boastful, and said to Su Luo with a joke.
"If you're willing, you can stay at the Chen residence for as long as you want."
Su Luo wasn't rushing anyone; with so many guest rooms, eating was just a matter of adding a few more bowls and chopsticks.
"Madam Su, the plum rains have been continuous, and the roads are difficult to travel. We will have to trouble you for a few more days."
Ah Xu suddenly became polite, but what he said was exactly what Nangong Qing wanted to hear.
Du Xiuyuan didn't care at all; he had his own room at his master's house.
"Um!"
The rainy season didn't last long, stopping after half a day, and Nangong Qing and Axu didn't go back.
The three of them tacitly went about their own business, and Du Xiuyuan could stay in the pharmacy all day.
In the study, Nangong Qing and Su Luo would sometimes discuss things with Butler Shi and check the accounts.
Nangong Qing held a book, remaining quiet and not disturbing her.
Ah Xu sat outside the pavilion, a spot from which he could see the embroidered pavilion in the west courtyard.
Su Zuo passed by and saw that Master Xie was teaching the young lady through the open window of the embroidered building.
Gently patting Ah Xu, she reminded him, "Young Master Ah Xu, that's the west courtyard, where the old lady and young lady live."
The west courtyard is entirely occupied by women; do not wander around without the host's invitation.
"I know, I'm not stupid."
Su Zuo stepped aside, "Then please make yourself at home, young master."
Inside the study!
It wasn't until evening that Nangong Qing walked over to Su Luo's desk and sat down, looking extremely bored.
"The Chen family only has food to eat, but no stage for operas or storytellers. If you feel bored, you'll just have to put up with it."
"Luo Luo, don't you get tired of doing these things every day?"
All Su Luo did all day was deal with the farm matters with Butler Shi.
Otherwise, it's about the soy sauce factory's accounts, the herbal oil, and all sorts of other small matters.
"It's not annoying at all!"
Su Luo tidied the ledger in her hands, speaking without even looking up.
Seeing the fish pond in the front yard, Nangong Qing pulled Su Luo up.
"Luo Luo, come with me to feed the fish. I haven't seen anyone feed them all day."
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