Butler Cao's abilities are simply not on the same level as his.
As expected of a high-ranking official, he manages everything both at home and outside. He keeps the affairs of the backyard in perfect order and the shops outside just as well. Even the tenants and farmhands in the house are full of praise for him.
More importantly, he didn't seem to be struggling at all. He taught for two hours every morning, handled miscellaneous matters the rest of the time, and spent the afternoon drinking tea and playing chess with Old Man Huang, enjoying himself immensely.
A complete retirement life.
Jiang Nuan was quite envious.
"Thank you for your concern, Madam. I'm not feeling out of place at all," Liu An said with a light laugh. "On the contrary, I feel perfectly at home." Absolutely wonderful!
No need to worry about national affairs or domestic matters; all you need to do every day is eat and drink, and you can feel your aging body gradually bursting with new vitality—a feeling you've never experienced before.
Novel and wonderful, it's addictive.
"That's for the best."
"Madam," Liu An began hesitantly, "could I bring my family along as well?"
“Of course,” Jiang Nuan paused, then looked the person up and down with a puzzled expression. “Who are you picking up?”
He has a bad relationship with his wife, no biological children, and no family members.
"This old man wishes to take in some concubines."
After saying that, Liu An lowered his head in embarrassment.
He carried many people into the room in his quest to have a son, but...
The ancient physician said that even if he couldn't have children in the future, he could still have sex. After being abstaining for several years, he immediately became interested.
"Is your wife not coming?"
“She has children and grandchildren to support her, so she doesn’t need to come over.”
Liu An's face immediately turned cold when his wife was mentioned.
He wasn't a bad person, but he still couldn't treat his wife well.
People say that husband and wife are one, but my wife is completely devoted to her stepmother.
It's understandable that he couldn't provide for his child, so his wife sought support, but it was intolerable that she repeatedly helped her stepmother suppress him.
Since his wife doesn't see him as someone to rely on, he doesn't need to provide her with protection.
People with impure thoughts should not tarnish the sacred atmosphere here.
Besides, she has a good relationship with her children and grandchildren, so even if she were asked to come over, she might not be willing.
"It's good that you know what's going on."
Jiang Nuan didn't say anything more.
Other people's family affairs are none of my business.
When Liu An found Doctor Gu, he was excitedly sniffing around a pile of medicinal herbs, his face flushed.
"You've arrived?"
"The lady asked me to have you take her pulse."
"Wait a moment, I'll prepare the medicinal herbs and then I'll treat you."
After a short while, Doctor Gu came over after washing his hands, and only released his fingers from Liu An's wrist after a cup of tea's worth of time.
"The recovery is going well. The various hidden injuries in your body have been almost repaired. You can use a medicinal bath to temper your body."
"You've gone to so much trouble."
"It's mainly because the lady's things are good," Doctor Gu said slowly, taking out silver needles and inserting them into Liu An's back. "These things are not ordinary; their effects are miraculous."
Liu An understood this deeply.
It's not like he's never eaten good food before.
As a high-ranking official, he held immense influence over the Great Zhou Dynasty. His subordinates frequently sent him tributes, and the Emperor often bestowed upon him nourishing medicines.
Ginseng, Ganoderma lucidum, snow lotus, and deer antler are available almost year-round.
But its effectiveness is really limited.
It can refresh and warm you up when you eat it, but that's about it.
"Thanks to Madam's generosity, she was willing to give me the best things."
He could see clearly that he was eating better than his wife was eating.
Although the method used is unknown, it is extremely rare.
The lady is nowhere to be seen every day; she must be busy with these things.
Indeed, even if a banished immortal possesses some magical power, he would likely have to pay a considerable price. No wonder the lady is becoming increasingly listless.
"That's how Madam Jiang always is."
"Therefore, I must do my best to serve my wife."
He hasn't been just lazing around these past few days; he's already had his trusted men brought in.
From then on, Wolong Village was no longer a place where anyone could come and go as they pleased.
Jiang Nuan had no idea that these two people spoke so highly of her.
She was so exhausted because she had been practicing formations with all her might.
She began to understand why the great master had instructed her to study formations.
These magical artifacts, used for deception and trickery, are also extremely suitable for self-defense.
If one could learn the Three Talents Formation and cover the entire village, then there would be no need to worry about people with monstrous intentions anymore.
Therefore, I force myself to practice every day, and only when I am exhausted will I do something else to rest.
For example, farming!
"Madam," Liu An rushed over after leaving Doctor Gu, "what do you want to plant?"
“It’s not planting, it’s cutting,” Jiang Nuan pointed to a small patch of soybeans at the base of the wall, “and cut them all down.”
"Huh, how come there are mature soybeans?" Liu An was completely bewildered.
Isn't this the time to start sowing?
“Well,” Jiang Nuan explained, touching her nose, “I used a secret method to induce birth, so don’t delve into the details.”
“Understood,” Liu An replied knowingly. “Madam, rest assured, I will absolutely keep this a secret.”
“Smart,” Jiang Nuan gave him an approving look, then explained, “These soybeans were specially cultivated, with an estimated oil yield of 20%. Let’s cut some down and try them out.”
These soybeans were transplanted after being grown in the space and matured quickly. They currently have a 30% oil yield. She roughly estimates that without the space's enhancement, the oil yield would be at most 20%.
"Oil?" Liu An paused. "Soybeans can be ground into oil?"
"Of course it can. It's not as tall as peanuts or sesame, but it's easy to grow, doesn't require much fertilizer, can help nourish the soil, and has a decent yield, making it extremely suitable for widespread cultivation."
Upon hearing this, Liu An's expression changed drastically.
He hurriedly grabbed a handful of soybeans, peeled them open, and held them in his hands like precious treasures, exclaiming, "My darlings!"
He did not doubt Jiang Nuan's words.
Although it is unbelievable, the lady is a banished immortal, and it is not incomprehensible that she possesses some abilities that ordinary people cannot.
"That's right, we harvested these soybeans today and will try pressing them for oil."
"Okay, okay, okay," Liu An nodded excitedly. "Where's the sickle? Let me handle it."
Jiang Nuan silently handed over a sickle, crossed her arms, and looked at Liu An with a smirk.
Liu An, oblivious to the ill-intentioned gaze, bent down and raised the sickle, but failed to cut the bean stalks. He turned his head awkwardly and asked, "Madam, is this sickle not sharpened?"
"No, you just don't know how to use it!"
While farming is no joke, Jiang Nuan hasn't stooped so low as to mistreat the elderly.
With so many people in her family, including several sons, Liu An was never given a chance to work in the fields.
However, there are some things that are really suitable for Liu An to do.
For example, these soybeans could be sent to the imperial court.
She could do it herself before, but now her status is different; she's a celestial being who has been banished to heaven and must maintain her dignity. It's best to entrust this kind of thing to a trustworthy person.
As for her, all she needs to do is maintain an ethereal demeanor and wait for everyone to worship her.
"I am foolish and ignorant," Liu An said, blushing with shame. "Please enlighten me, madam."
"It's very simple. Cut at a slight angle with the knife. Never cut it horizontally, or it will be difficult and strenuous."
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