Chapter 152 Should we buy the shop next door?
We chatted about some interesting things until exactly 5 PM before we prepared to leave.
Jiang Ling originally intended to have them stay for dinner, but they said they had to go back and report to the Crown Prince.
Official business was important, so Jiang Ling didn't insist.
I handed them the largest plastic bag and filled it with snacks and pastries they wanted to take home.
Cheng Fang grabbed several packs of instant noodles, each with a different flavor.
Jiang Ling also gave them some chocolate, almond cookies, and some dried meat, all of which were newly stocked last time and they had never tried them before.
Zhao Jingxing's family has many children, so he got more candy.
As the weather gets colder, I don't feel like drinking cold drinks as much anymore. So I just grabbed a few bottles of sweetened milk and yogurt.
The two large bags were filled to the brim.
As he was about to leave, Cheng Fang's expression turned serious: "Three days from now, I will arrange for a reliable caravan to pick up the grain carts. They are all men under my father's command, and they are very tight-lipped. They will never reveal anything about you. The caravan will disguise itself as a tea transport team and will take the small path behind the mountain, avoiding the village to prevent attracting attention."
Jiang Ling nodded: "Okay."
In the past, Jiang Ling would have hoped that her good deeds would be discovered.
But this good thing is too conspicuous now, so let's keep it more secret.
As the sun gradually set, the evening glow dyed the sky orange-red.
Zhao Jingxing and Cheng Fang stood up to say goodbye: "It's getting late, we should go back."
Jiang Ling brought over the pre-packaged snacks and handed them to Cheng Fang: "These are for Jiao Jiao, and also for the younger siblings you mentioned. They've all been distributed."
He then handed Zhao Jingxing a package, saying, "This is for your younger brother and sister-in-law; it contains their favorite milk candies."
The two smiled with relief, their hearts warmed.
In fact, they were all surprised when they heard that Jiang Ling was getting close to the Crown Prince.
Some negative emotions silently arose in my heart.
However, looking at Jiang Ling now, they realized that no matter who Jiang Ling gets close to, it wouldn't affect their relationship.
The two took the snacks and mounted their horses.
Take care, see you in three days.
The sound faded into the distance with the sound of horses' hooves, and the figure quickly disappeared at the end of the alley.
Jiang Ling stood at the doorway, and just as she looked away, she saw Xiao Yi peek out from behind the locust tree.
The class here has ended, and Xiao Ran is tidying up the tables and chairs.
Xiao Yi tried to get closer to Mr. Fu's lecture several times, but Xiao Ran always chased him away to sweep fallen leaves.
After being chased away so many times, he dared not go any closer.
There were two fierce-looking guards standing at the entrance of the shop, so he couldn't go in.
When Sister Jiang finally came out, he immediately went over to her.
Her little hand tugged at her sleeve, and she said in a soft voice, "Sister, can I stay at your shop tonight? I promise I won't look around or say anything inappropriate. I can just sleep on the floor."
Jiang Ling was somewhat troubled. Once the shop was closed, time seemed to pass at ten times the speed. Three days would pass in the world after she slept.
Moreover, she had just agreed to help Cheng Fang and Zhao Jingxing prepare food supplies.
After finishing her meal and closing the door, she'll start preparing again.
We really can't let him stay overnight.
She sighed and ruffled his hair: "Isn't it nice to stay at Xiao Ran's house?"
Xiao Yi lowered her head. "It's good, but it's not as good as being with my sister..."
Jiang Ling fell silent, wondering how to decide whether he should stay or leave.
Xiao Ran could go home, but he doesn't have a home.
Just then, a group of children who were reading walked up to her, bowed, and said, "Goodbye, Sister Jiang."
"Okay. Walk slowly, don't fall."
Fu Chengze also came over, cupped his hands and said, "Miss Jiang, class is over for today, I will take my leave now."
Jiang Ling nodded slightly: "Mr. Fu, you've worked hard."
Xiao Ran tidied the table and came out: "Sister Jiang, what are we having for dinner? I'll cook."
"There's a vacuum-sealed package of braised beef and a package of braised chicken wings in the fridge. You can take them out, heat them up, and then stir-fry some vegetables."
"good."
At Xiao Ran's prompting, Xiao Yi silently went over to pick vegetables.
Jiang Ling sighed. Let's solve the food problem first.
After finishing their meal, Xiao Ran washed the dishes, while Xiao Yi was wiping the table.
Jiang Ling took out two packs of sandwich cookies for them.
"The shop will be closed for three days, so here are some cookies for you to snack on."
They gave Xiao Ran a small bag of food. "Xiao Ran, Xiao Yi will be staying at your house for a few more days, this is for his food expenses. Take it home."
Xiao Ran glared at Xiao Yi, then quickly waved her hand: "Sister Jiang, no need! He can't eat much. I've already received a lot of wages, and you've also given the horse some fodder. If you take him in for a few days, there's really no need to give him any more food."
He only does this much work a month, so it's already very easy for him.
Jiang Ling smiled and said, "Horse feed and human feed are two different things. Take it and feed your family. Don't be stingy. I will restock. The shop has no shortage of feed, so eat with confidence."
Now that it's late autumn, every household is saving food to prepare for winter, and even those with spare money dare not spend it recklessly.
She knew what Xiao Ran's family ate. Each person had a ration of food, and every meal consisted of coarse grains and cornbread, with the occasional stir-fried pickled vegetables and greens to tide them over.
It's not just their family; in fact, most families in the village are like this.
Food was already scarce, and Jiang Ling had taken away their family's food by placing Xiao Yi in their home, so naturally they had to give her some back.
Xiao Ran couldn't refuse her, so she had no choice but to accept it.
Jiang Ling closed the wooden door and, without delay, immediately called the managers of the several grain factories that had been there that day.
Tell them to send another batch of grain.
This time it's much simpler. We just transfer the money online, the manufacturer arranges delivery, and we only charge a shipping fee.
Jiang Ling only needed to keep the gate open and wait for the food to be delivered.
Jiang Ling opened the iron gate. It was just sunset, and the streets were bustling with activity.
The food wouldn't arrive for a while, so Jiang Lingshen stretched and went to the other side of the street to buy a cup of milk tea.
At that moment, she noticed that the vacant shop next door had a "For Rent/Sale" sign posted on it.
This shop is next to hers, and they are about the same size.
Her shop also has shelves that take up space, so she can't order too much stock at once.
Today's purchase volume is already the limit. If you want to buy more fabric, you'll have to wait for the shop to become available.
If she could have another shop to use as a warehouse, she could store more food...
Jiang Ling didn't hesitate for long before dialing the number above.
"Hello. Do you have a shop here that you're selling...?"
Soon, the homeowner arrived with the keys. He lived nearby.
As he opened the door, he asked, "Are you Miss Jiang?"
"It's me, Mr. Li."
"Splash—"
The iron gate was opened, revealing a shop that had been completely emptied.
The shop was very large, with no partitions, and seemed even bigger than hers.
“My shop covers an area of 150 square meters, and there is also an attic upstairs. It used to be used as a children’s playground, but business was not good, so it was closed down.”
Jiang Ling went inside; there was a bit of dust in the air.
The renovation is relatively new, with no water leaks or signs of wear and tear.
"not bad."
"Is Miss Jiang a resident of this neighborhood?"
"My house is right next door; I run a general store."
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