When I was younger, I had never left my hometown, and I always felt that the outside world was vast and other cities were far away.
It's all an illusion.
For example, the five days from Xieyang County to Anshui County were enough time to eat and drink well, and then go to the inn for a snack in the evening.
If it were a single horse traveling without sleep, it would take at most a day and a half to reach the destination.
Zheng Ruqian also traveled to Anyang County, Yunshui County, and explored several other cities before discovering that the world was vast and there were countless more distant places.
In comparison, the distance from Anshui County to Xieyang County is actually negligible.
At least five days, which will be over in the blink of an eye.
The days spent in the carriage were not exactly comfortable, but it wasn't crowded with just two or three people. The brother and sister half-lyed down, and when they got off, they were unusually energetic.
Jiang Sheng pointed energetically to the haystack with candied hawthorns stuck in it, "Second brother, candied hawthorns."
It was a rare treat that her older brother wasn't around to keep her in check, so she was going to eat to her heart's content.
However, imagination is beautiful.
In reality, Zheng Ruqian only paid for one skewer, and even used his mouth to peel off half of it, leaving only four bright red fruits standing pitifully on the wooden skewer.
“…You wicked second brother.” Jiang Sheng was stunned, her mouth trembled, and she almost burst into tears.
Zheng Ruqian didn't indulge her and pretended to put it in his mouth, "Are you going to eat it or not? If not, I'll eat it all."
Jiang Sheng's eyes widened, and she dared not pout or make a fuss anymore. She hurriedly grabbed the remaining four candied hawthorns and stuffed them into her mouth with relish.
Hurry up and eat! Second Brother's mouth is so big, he can stuff four berries in one bite. If he swallows them and then takes another bite, there really won't be any left.
Jiang Sheng only reluctantly threw away the wooden skewer when there wasn't even a pit left.
Wang Xiaosong, who was standing to the side, felt a little sorry for her and whispered, "Boss, if the girl likes to eat this, buy her more."
Zheng Ruqian glanced at the silly boy and said, "Do you think I don't love my own sister? I told you that she's losing her baby teeth and eating too many sweets isn't good for her."
Otherwise, he wouldn't have gone through the trouble of eating half a skewer of such sour candied hawthorns.
My teeth are still a little soft, I don't know why Jiang Sheng likes them so much, tsk tsk tsk.
Wang Xiaosong fell silent. Although he was a few years older, he had to admit that he was no match for his boss's extensive knowledge and experience.
Is it true that traveling thousands of miles is the best way to broaden one's horizons?
Thinking that he would be like that in the future, quick-witted and mature, he was full of hope for the future.
After the siblings had a hearty meal on the street, they found an inn to stay at.
I've already terminated the lease on the small courtyard I used to rent because I don't come back often.
Fortunately, the inns in Xiyang County were not expensive; a room could be booked for just a few dozen coins, and Miss Jiang could afford to stay for three to five days.
"But you can only stay for three to five days," Jiang Sheng instructed Zheng Ruqian. "Second Brother, you need to decide what to plant as soon as possible."
Zheng Ruqian was speechless.
Even though the family earns quite a bit of money and has gone from being destitute to having some savings, why is the younger sister still so stingy?
But she still had to agree verbally, saying, "I will do my best, I will do my best."
That day, instead of going back to Shili Town to check on the thirty mu of land, they went to nearby villages to find some experienced farmers and inquire about the planting and harvesting times for different crops.
For example, peanuts are planted in March and harvested in September.
For example, wheat seeds must be sown in November and harvested in early summer of the following year.
Despite being a child who knew nothing about agriculture, he was forced to memorize the planting and harvesting dates of dozens of vegetables, and even learned that some vegetables could be planted and harvested twice, once in early spring and once in early autumn.
Two days passed, and under Zheng Ruqian's sweet words of calling them "aunt and grandma" repeatedly, the old ladies had revealed the planting and harvesting dates of all the vegetables and grains that had been grown in Xieyang County.
But we still couldn't find any vegetables that were planted in September and harvested in April that were still relatively valuable.
Feeling depressed, Zheng Ruqian took Jiang Sheng for a stroll on the street. They unintentionally walked to the entrance of Youranju and stopped in his tracks.
Although Xieyang County is a small town, Youranju still maintains a high customer flow, and even its menu prices are far above others, making it an absolutely luxurious restaurant.
When I was young and didn't know any better, I dared to deliver mushrooms and vegetables here. Looking back now, I realize how ignorant I was.
At his current age and with his current mindset, Zheng Ruqian is unsure if he would still have that kind of courage.
"Oh, Uncle Bai!" Jiang Sheng jumped up and down with joy when she saw an old acquaintance. "It's rare to run into him. I want to buy him something and ask him if he would like some special preserved meats if I make them."
They haven't even finished making it yet, and they're already asking the restaurant if they want it.
Zheng Ruqian turned his head in surprise, "Little Jiang Sheng, let me ask you... if you were as poor as you were two years ago, would you still dare to sell things to Youranju?"
Jiang Sheng turned around in surprise, not understanding why her brother would ask such a question.
But she still answered honestly, "Why wouldn't I sell? How can I make money if I don't sell? How can I eat if I don't make money?"
“But…” Zheng Ruqian was still a little confused, “What if Youran Residence doesn’t accept us?”
“If they won’t take it, there’ll always be somewhere else to take it.” Jiang Sheng tilted her head and smiled. “If we’re not going to make money off this person, then we’ll find someone else to do it.”
As soon as she finished speaking, Manager Bai in the restaurant saw them and waved with a smile.
Jiang Sheng immediately ran over happily, not forgetting to tell Jiang San to buy a few packets of pastries.
Perhaps a restaurant owner doesn't need just a few pastries, but they buy them because they will always remember Manager Bai's kindness in collecting the vegetables.
"Uncle Bai..." the little girl's voice was as clear and melodious as ever, "Long time no see, how are you feeling?"
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