Chapter 12
Jiang Wanning also felt that this set of movements was strange at first, but after practicing it for a while, her whole body became lively. Not only did she feel hot on the surface of her body, but she could also feel a warm current inside.
She was not a little girl who knew nothing. On the contrary, before the Jiang family fell into poverty, the family would invite imperial doctors to their home every once in a while to see the female family members. Even if the women did not have any injuries or illnesses, they could prescribe some health-preserving prescriptions.
According to the imperial physician, these prescriptions can relax muscles and invigorate blood circulation. After taking a dose of the medicine, one can quickly feel the warmth in the lower abdomen. Those with a cold body can especially feel the effect.
Jiang Wanning had also taken these medicines before, and it cannot be said that they were ineffective, but compared with this set of strange gymnastics, the effect of the decoction was really not enough.
By the way, Lu Shang said that they were practicing fitness gymnastics to strengthen their bodies.
The aerobics movements were just unsightly but not difficult. Jiang Wanning memorized them carefully and after practicing them once or twice, she had almost memorized them.
Her health is not good, which is all caused by the damage she has done this year. As long as she takes good care of herself from now on, she won't have any serious problems.
On the contrary, Lu Shang had been sick since he was a child and was weak at heart. Even with such gentle gymnastics, he couldn't continue after just one time.
Lu Shang's head and back were covered in sweat. He slumped down on a wooden bench, gasping for air. He wiped the sweat from his eyes and squinted at Jiang Wanning.
Seeing that she had already started the third time, no matter how much he didn't want to admit it, he had to face the reality -
My current body is not even as good as that of a 15 or 16-year-old girl.
In the end, Lu Shang was unable to stand up again. Even when he returned to his room, he still rested for a long time, and was supported by Jiang Wanning as he walked back with a staggering gait.
Jiang Wanning did three sets of exercises early in the morning. She felt a little tired when she finished, but after eating a bowl of white porridge, she suddenly felt energetic and full of motivation.
Lu Shang collapsed on the bed, watching her wipe the table and tidy up the cabinets. She was completely busy. When he asked her why, she burst into laughter: "Forget it, forget it. You wandering around the house is giving me a headache. Do you remember what we discussed last night?"
Jiang Wanning nodded like a chick pecking at rice, understanding everything immediately: "Husband, do you want me to go and find out?"
Lu Shangyou liked talking to smart people, and looking at her lively eyes made him even happier.
"You go ahead and when I make some money, I'll definitely buy you some new clothes," Lu Shang said jokingly. "And two new hairpins so that our Aning can look like a flower."
Jiang Wanning's face turned red because of his teasing. She couldn't help but glare at him, then put down the rag in her hand, turned around and ran out.
It just so happened that no one was at home, and no one would stop her from going out.
After being married to the Lu family for so long, this was the first time that Jiang Wanning didn't have to carry a large basin of dirty clothes. She could only walk slowly on the country road with her hands empty.
The past two days were really comfortable. She ate well, drank well and was cared for, and the little girl's nature came out.
She had no purpose at all. When she turned around and saw the flowers and plants blooming brightly on the roadside, and thought of the small, dim house, she couldn't help but stop.
When Jiang Wanning moved forward again, she already had a large bunch of flowers in her arms, of different lengths and colors, mixed together yet inexplicably harmonious.
As Jiang Wanning continued to move forward, she glanced at the flowers in her arms from time to time, wondering where to put them, but she was afraid that Lu Shang would not like them.
As she was walking, she suddenly heard someone calling her from behind.
When he looked back, it was Fan Sanniang, whom he hadn't seen for quite some time. She was carrying a bamboo basket on her arm, which was filled with freshly picked wild vegetables, and a layer of sweet fruits on top.
After seeing who was coming, Jiang Wanning's eyes lit up.
She was not welcome in Lujia Village. Many people were concerned about her identity. Even if they saw her on the street, they would just stay away from her, their eyes full of scrutiny and vigilance.
Once, when she was washing clothes by the river, she slipped and almost fell into the water. Fan Sanniang happened to help her. The two of them started chatting and became more familiar with each other after a few interactions.
Jiang Wanning envied Fan Sanniang's personality very much. She was a strong-willed woman who kept her word. She could persuade her parents-in-law and discipline her children. Even her tall and strong husband was tamed by her.
On the other hand, her elegance and charm were praised by everyone in Beijing, but in this remote mountain village, it was of no use and she would be controlled by others.
After Fan Sanniang approached, she first looked at Jiang Wanning carefully. Seeing that she had no injuries and looked much better than before, she couldn't help but wonder, "Has Wang Shi stopped tormenting you these past few days?"
Thinking of Lu Shang's protection of her, Jiang Wanning smiled, shook her head, and there was a little more light in her eyes.
Fan Sanniang breathed a sigh of relief: "That's good, that's good. A few days ago, I asked my husband at home to be more careful. If you are not well, you can come to my house for shelter first."
"Thank you, Sanniang." Jiang Wanning's smile became even brighter.
Fan Sanniang glanced at the flowers in her arms and asked, "Where are you going?"
Jiang Wanning said, "There's no specific place. I just wanted to walk around and look around. At home... I wanted to see if there was any way to make money." She hesitated and didn't mention Lu Shang in the end.
Fan Sanniang understood: "Your family is indeed in trouble. I heard that Mr. Lu is well again."
The fact that a corpse appeared in a mourning hall is so bizarre that even today, there are still many curious people in the village who are asking about it openly or secretly.
It was because Lu Shang did not leave the house, otherwise he would have been surrounded by a group of people to see who died and who could come back to life.
Jiang Wanning nodded slightly: "My husband... is feeling better." Not only has his body improved, but his temperament has also become gentler.
She had heard some strange and supernatural stories, about people who were rescued from the brink of death and who changed their ways and became enlightened.
Jiang Wanning couldn't think of any other reason for Lu Shang's change, so she could only guess at this kind of strange story.
Fan Sanniang got a partial answer, but she didn't ask any further questions. She turned the conversation around and said, "Since we want to make money, do you have any ideas?"
Jiang Wanning said truthfully, "I only know that I can get work at the embroidery shop in town, but I don't know anything else. Sanniang, do you know how the villagers supplement their income?"
Fan Sanniang is from the neighboring village and has been married to Lujia Village for five or six years. She not only knows the ins and outs of Lujia Village, but also knows about the livelihood in her mother's village.
"...Anyway, when it comes to making money, a tofu shop is still the best. But our village already has a tofu shop, and it's not good for your family to steal the business. Besides, you don't have the skills to make stuffed tofu, so this trick probably won't work."
"Oh, right!" Fan Sanniang suddenly thought of something and grabbed Jiang Wanning's arm. "I heard that many young ladies from wealthy families go to school. Did you also go to school?"
Jiang Wanning didn't understand and nodded slowly.
Fan Sanniang clapped her hands and said, "I know what to do! There are scholars in town who specialize in writing letters. Since you can read, of course you can help write letters for people. You get one penny per word!"
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