Shen Qingtang didn't even look at her anymore, and turned around to comfort the frightened Pei Nian'an.
Meanwhile, Liang Chengze had already noticed the unusual situation in the city. Although there were protective measures in place on the streets, the previous panic had subsided, and many people had even resumed normal business operations.
There was no trace of the plague raging there.
On the other hand, Shen Qingtang did not let the Pei family suffer from the plague indefinitely. After they had suffered enough in the dilapidated house, she secretly gave them medicine to cure the plague. After that, she put them under guard to prevent them from causing trouble again and to prevent the virus from spreading.
After all, an epidemic had broken out in a neighboring county, so the officials dared not leave easily and could only stay in Qinghe County to assist in the prevention and control efforts.
To express their gratitude to Shen Qingtang, the people of Qinghe County spontaneously raised money to build a "Lingxi Fairy Temple".
Every day, people brought incense, vegetables, and fruits to make offerings. As the incense burned brighter, an invisible power of faith slowly flowed into Shen Qingtang's body, nourishing her space instantly.
The originally thin spiritual energy became denser, and his mental strength increased several times over.
It even unlocked new features.
They can use spatial materials to create puppets, which can not only help with work but also protect against danger.
Shen Qingtang sensed this change and couldn't help but smile, feeling much more at ease.
Qinghe County has returned to a thriving state.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Shen Qingtang expanded his business, opening a general store selling local specialties.
They also started growing grain using the spring water for irrigation, and their business flourished, making them very wealthy.
During this time, she used the newly unlocked features of the space to create 50 puppets.
These puppets look no different from ordinary people, move nimbly, and possess immense strength.
The space is thoughtfully equipped with a dedicated guard team, whose members are all highly skilled and loyal to Shen Qingtang.
With them around, Shen Qingtang had no worries at all and felt exceptionally relaxed.
But this good mood didn't last long, as it was shattered by a disturbance. That day, a man in official robes suddenly appeared with a group of yamen runners.
He barged into Shen Qingtang's fruit and vegetable shop and, without saying a word, ordered it sealed off: "By order of the new magistrate, your shop is suspected of 'illegally profiting and possessing contraband.' It is to be sealed off immediately, and no one is allowed to move!"
When Shen Qingtang received the news, she rushed over.
Seeing that all three of his shops had been sealed off, and that the yamen runners were still driving away customers.
He was so angry that he couldn't control himself.
Then her puppet asked coldly, "My shop operates legally and has never done anything illegal. Why are you shutting it down?"
The official, however, held his head high and acted arrogantly: "On what grounds? On the grounds of the new magistrate's order! If you're not satisfied, go talk to the new magistrate!"
After the space was upgraded again, the "invisibility" skill was unlocked, and Shen Qingtang entered the invisible state.
Being completely invisible to others made it much easier for her to gather information.
Soon, she discovered that the people from the shop across the street had started targeting her business, not only maliciously lowering prices but also secretly spreading rumors that "there was something wrong with the ingredients in the shop."
Shen Qingtang didn't rush to retaliate; instead, she had 50 puppets temporarily shut down three shops.
Avoid direct conflict.
These puppets were extremely loyal to her and highly efficient. They quickly tidied up the shop and secretly noted down the enemy's tricks.
During this time, Shen Qingtang also noticed that Pei Wuwang had been going out frequently recently, seemingly recruiting soldiers in secret.
Establish your own power.
But she didn't press the matter. Everyone has secrets, and she believed Pei Wuwang wouldn't harm her.
That night, Shen Qingtang activated her invisibility skill and quietly followed the shopkeeper of the rival shop. She saw the shopkeeper walk into a dark alley.
He bowed and scraped before a middle-aged man, speaking in a fawning tone: "Sir, don't worry, we've already forced the shops across the street to close down. They definitely won't dare to open again anytime soon!"
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