Chapter 235 I didn’t expect Mrs. Xiao to be so reliable
After the wheat sowing task was completed, Jiang Ruo specially arranged a sumptuous lunch for the strong laborers.
They sat at the table, looking at the combination of meat and vegetables, and couldn't help swallowing.
Then, they looked at each other and muttered in their hearts: Is this something that these peasants like them can eat?
Jiang Ruo and Xiao Chengjin sat at the temporary dining table with smiles on their faces.
Looking at the surprised expressions of the crowd, the two smiled at each other.
Jiang Ruo teased Xiao Chengjin, "You're the boss, you get to speak!"
Xiao Chengjin straightened his back immediately and said, "Thank you Ruoruo for giving me this opportunity."
Xiao Chengjin coughed lightly, and everyone turned their eyes to him.
"Thank you all for your hard work in recent times."
"This lunch was specially prepared for you by my husband and I."
"Boss, this...we..." The strong laborers seemed a little restrained in front of Xiao Chengjin and the other man.
Jiang Ruo said at the right time: "Everyone, don't be so reserved. This is what we should do."
"Next year, when we weed and water... and harvest, my husband and I will continue to have you do the farm work."
Everyone was delighted when they heard this.
Since the boss said so, does that mean he approves of them?
They looked at each other, both with excitement in their eyes.
"Thank you, Boss."
"Okay, let's have lunch quickly!" After Xiao Chengjin finished speaking, he calmly picked up the serving chopsticks and picked up some food for Jiang Ruo.
Everyone: “…”
Who said the boss is henpecked?
He just loves his wife more.
Butler Lin, who was sitting nearby, watched the scene with a smile, picked up the bowls and chopsticks, and invited everyone to eat.
After lunch, Ji Yunce paid everyone’s wages for the past few days.
They looked at the change in their hands and couldn't stop smiling.
Small change! I actually get small change for doing farm work...
This must be the bonus the boss mentioned!
I am very lucky to have gotten this job.
I used to work as a helper in the city, getting up early and going to bed late every day, and I could only earn ten cents a day.
This farm work seems hard, but in fact, they don’t feel that tired.
Everyone took the change and put all the tools back to the farm. After they had packed up, they reluctantly left the farm.
Half a month later.
Thousands of acres of wheat are growing well, attracting many nearby villagers to come and watch.
In fact, they come here for a stroll every day.
Since the wheat seedlings came out, he has been running more diligently.
At this moment, several women gathered together and whispered.
"It's strange, why are their wheat seedlings germinating so well?"
"Hush, I heard they brought this high-quality seed from far away."
"Really?"
"Is there any need to ask? It's all right in front of us!"
The happiest person was Jiang Ruo.
She looked at the vast fields of her family, her eyebrows curved and she said, "Xiao Chengjin, this plan is feasible."
Although Xiao Chengjin looked calm on the surface, he was very excited inside.
If things continue like this, the people of the Dayan Dynasty will sooner or later live a prosperous life.
He turned his head to look at Jiang Ruo and said cheerfully, "Ruo Ruo, in the near future, the people will have enough food and clothing."
Jiang Ruo chuckled, "That's a must."
Fan Qijun has been paying attention to this matter since his last visit.
After hearing about the situation of the fields here, he came to the farm again in a carriage.
When the people around looked, they exclaimed, "Hey, isn't this the prefect?"
They all bowed and said, "Common people and common women greet the prefect."
Fan Qijun waved his hand and said gently, "No need to be polite!"
"I came here to see the situation of the crops here."
Fan Qijun looked at the vast wheat fields and rubbed his hands excitedly, "Great, great!"
Oh my god, I didn’t expect Madam Xiao to be so reliable.
It is indeed a high-quality wheat variety!
It's done.
A young man pointed at Jiang Ruo and the other man not far away and whispered, "Sir, Mr. and Mrs. Xiao are over there!"
"Okay, I understand."
Fan Qijun coughed lightly and walked towards Jiang Ruo and the other two with a few yamen runners.
Xiao Chengjin caught a glimpse of Fan Qijun in his official uniform and said with a wary look on his face, "Ruoruo, Fan Qijun is here again."
The last time the dog official was leaving, he packed up some melon seeds and fruits, saying that he was giving them to his wife to taste.
Jiang Ruo turned her head to look at Fan Qijun, who was looking very happy, and curled the corners of her lips.
"Master Fan is here!"
Fan Qijun cupped his hands, his face full of joy. "Congratulations, Madam Xiao. Congratulations, Madam Xiao. Your fertile land will surely yield a bountiful harvest next year."
"Haha, it's a must."
As soon as Jiang Ruo finished speaking, there was a commotion not far away...
Xiao Chengjin frowned as he looked at the two carriages parked not far away.
It’s a bit too lively today!
This wheat field has become a hot commodity.
A fat, middle-aged man got off the carriage first, and Shen Yan followed suit.
She laughed sweetly and pointed to the wheat field not far away and said, "Husband, this is the thousand acres of fertile land."
"Look, the wheat is growing well!"
The middle-aged man laughed and said, "This piece of fertile land looks good. Don't worry, as long as we offer a high price, that Xiao will definitely sell it."
Good farmland is secondary; he only wants these high-quality wheat seeds.
Upon hearing this, Shen Yan pretended to look worried and said, "It's really hard to say."
The middle-aged man's face turned serious and he said in a vicious voice, "He has to sell it today, whether he wants to or not."
"He's just a demoted prince. He dared to offend me, Wang Dagui. I'll drive him out of Jizhou."
Chen Yan stepped forward and tugged at Wang Dagui's sleeve, lowering her voice and saying, "Keep your voice down. Since he can open a grain store, it means he has some wealth."
"We are here to buy these fertile fields at a high price, not to cause trouble."
Wang Dagui said impatiently, "I understand. Hurry and call those two old guys over."
Shen Yan hummed softly and twisted her waist to come to a carriage behind.
"Come down quickly!" she shouted with an unhappy look on her face.
That’s right, the two old guys Wang Dagui mentioned were the former Mr. and Mrs. Zhou.
After they got off the carriage tremblingly, they first glanced at the fertile fields not far away.
Alas, in a few months, everything changed.
Chen Yan looked at the two of them and rolled her eyes, "What should we do? Have you written it down?"
Mrs. Zhou looked at the fierce Shen Yan and subconsciously shrank her head, "Yan'er, we know what to do."
"This, silver..."
Shen Yan said impatiently: "Let's talk according to the price Wang Dagui said."
"If they don't agree, Wang Dagui will negotiate with them. You guys will act according to the circumstances."
"Also, I spent a lot of time and effort to ask him to take you two in, so you'd better be sensible."
Mrs. Zhou wiped her tears and said, "Yan'er, after all, we are mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. If it weren't for Shuo'er, we old couple would not be able to rely on you no matter what we say."
"Don't worry, when Shuo'er grows up, we will leave the Wang family."
Chen Yan snorted coldly, "Stop crying here. I married Wang Dagui for Shuoer's future."
"Okay, don't keep Wang Dagui waiting anxiously."
Chen Yan brought Zhou Pozi and the other two to Wang Dagui.
"Husband, let's go!"
Wang Dagui glared at Mrs. Zhou and the other two, "You're selling off such good farmland! You're so stupid!"
Then, he walked towards Jiang Ruo with a swagger.
Jiang Ruo had been observing the situation here, and when he saw the people from the Zhou family, he smiled.
How dare you covet my fertile land?
Very good, you have successfully caught my "attention".
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