Shen Qingtang immediately sensed the strange movement coming from the space, and this time the accumulated merit was more than before.
The space has doubled in size, the armory has been expanded with many new repeating crossbows and protective armor, and the original farmland has sprouted large areas of grain.
The fruit tree area has seen the emergence of dozens of fruit tree varieties, including lychee, longan, durian, and pineapple.
The lush greenery is a delight to behold.
She looked at the resources in the space.
Then I thought of Qinghe County, which has a superior geographical location, is situated on a major transportation route, has fertile soil, and a suitable climate.
Suddenly, an idea popped into his head: "This place is so suitable for development, why not take this opportunity to open shops, grow crops, and establish my own industry? That way, even if I leave here in the future, I'll have enough confidence!"
Shen Qingtang secretly made arrangements to open three localized shops in Qinghe County.
A shop that sells improved seeds and fresh fruits and vegetables irrigated with spiritual spring water.
A specialty snack shop that uses ingredients cooked in the open air.
There's also a shop that specializes in her concoctions of ointments and herbs; all three shops are incredibly popular.
Not only did they make a lot of money, they also quietly gathered a group of reliable people.
Magistrate Zhou, who had previously contracted the disease, died in the county office after only a few days.
The imperial court quickly dispatched a new county magistrate.
...
That day, Liang Chengze was inspecting shops with the new county magistrate when they arrived at the fruit and vegetable shop.
Then they saw Pei Wuwang accompanying Shen Qingtang as they picked out fruit, the two of them standing next to a pile of fresh cherries.
They were speaking in hushed tones, the atmosphere exceptionally harmonious. Liang Chengze's gentle smile instantly froze.
His fingers tightened suddenly as he held the prayer beads, a shadow flashing in his eyes.
Before he could speak...
The eldest prince, Liang Yong, suddenly rushed over with his men, pointing at Pei Wuwang and shouting angrily, "Pei Wuwang! How are you still alive, you traitor? What gives you the right to loiter here?!"
He had long disliked Pei Wuwang.
Previously, Liang Chengze stole the limelight outside the city.
Seeing Pei Wuwang and Shen Qingtang getting close, she was even more furious and immediately ordered her men to arrest Pei Wuwang: "Guards! Seize this traitor and take him back to the capital for questioning!"
Pei Wuwang shielded Shen Qingtang behind him, his eyes turning coldly to Liang Yong: "My father was framed for treason. The matter from back then hasn't been investigated yet. On what grounds do you convict me?"
Liang Yong was speechless for a moment, then flew into a rage: "If I, the prince, say you are a traitor, then you are a traitor! No one can save you today!"
He was about to order someone to take action when Liang Chengze stopped him.
Liang Chengze regained his gentle demeanor and smiled as he tried to smooth things over: "Brother, why get so angry? Young Master Pei is just an ordinary citizen now, living a law-abiding life in Qinghe County. Let's focus on appeasing the people and not ruin the harmony."
Although she was trying to persuade him, her eyes kept darting back and forth between Pei Wuwang and Shen Qingtang, clearly indicating that she had ulterior motives.
Liang Chengze, standing to the side, feigned concern, saying, "Brother, disaster relief is the priority right now. There's no need to argue with Young Master Pei."
But these words did not calm Liang Yong down; instead, they made him even more agitated. He pointed at Pei Wuwang's nose and cursed, "Why should a traitor who has been exiled live?" Before he could finish speaking, Pei Wuwang coldly interrupted him.
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