A yield of 800 kilograms per mu, this is definitely a huge thing!
The people in the village had never seen such a scene!
In order to avoid any omissions in the calculation, they weighed and counted again.
As it turned out, it was wrong.
But it wasn't too much, it was two kilograms less!
A full eight hundred and eighteen kilograms!
If the Great Zhou had punctuation marks, I'm afraid every villager's face would be filled with exclamation marks right now.
Because the land in the Great Zhou is barren, farming has always been difficult and famine is common. This year, it has been hit by disasters, and it is difficult to produce over a hundred kilograms.
Then suddenly a man weighing 800 kilograms showed up. How could people not be surprised?
Then there was a burst of cheers, and Niu Cunzheng even threw away his crutches and ran into the field.
He picked up a piece of fairy potato with trembling hands and carefully cut off a piece with the sickle beside him.
I have to say that the varieties cultivated by the Agricultural College are excellent. Even when they are raw, the color is a beautiful orange-red.
Niu Cunzheng picked up the peeled sweet potato pieces, brought them to his mouth and took a bite.
Eating it raw is far less sweet than cooking it, but for Niu Cun Zhenglai, who was eating sweet potatoes for the first time, it was already a special surprise.
This has a sweet taste!
How can ordinary people usually eat anything sweet?
Thinking back to what Cao Zhubu had said about the fairy potatoes being exceptionally soft and delicious when cooked, Niu Cunzheng felt as if what he was holding weighed a thousand pounds.
The other villagers who were watching also had their eyes shining when they saw the sweet potatoes all over the ground, as if they had found a treasure.
But after the ecstasy, worry followed.
Even though most of the people in the village are illiterate and don't understand the mysteries of the world, it doesn't mean they are stupid.
Especially when it comes to matters involving land and property, every villager is very resourceful.
At this moment, they saw the miracle of an output of 800 kilograms per mu. Although they were happy, they were still a little nervous because these fairy potato seedlings were given to Dechang County by the fairyland. It was only because the county magistrate valued their piety to the fairies that he chose to cultivate them here.
Now that the harvest is here, whose is it?
If the fairy potatoes were taken away, would they still have to starve?
Niu Cunzheng knew the villagers' thoughts very well. Although he was usually very submissive to Shangguan, he was always very upright when it came to the interests of the villagers.
Before, when he knew nothing about Lang Yun, he was the first one to go to the clan house for treatment, risking his life. Now, of course, he has to fight for the villagers.
Niu Cunzheng then bowed to the two superiors from the county, and then asked seriously, "Sir, I wonder how much of these fairy potatoes will be distributed within the county?"
As soon as these words were spoken, all the villagers looked over eagerly.
Nie Rui was the official winemaker and didn't know the intricacies involved, so he didn't say anything.
Cao Zhubu was in charge of grain collection all year round and always dealt with various villages and counties. He quickly understood the villagers' thoughts.
So he didn't beat around the bush and said directly, "We've discussed this with the county governor before. The fairy potatoes are a gift from the immortals. Whoever planted them on their land owns them. Plus, we suffered a disaster this year, and the court has been merciful and exempted the grain tax. So, you can keep these fairy potatoes for yourselves."
As soon as these words were spoken, another round of cheers rang out.
A smile finally appeared on Niu Muramasa's face, his wrinkles were squeezed together, and he immediately fell to the ground.
He first kowtowed in the direction of the Zhou capital, chanting, "My king is wise and virtuous, may he live forever." Then he turned and kowtowed towards Fengwei Mountain, saying, "The immortal's wonderful Dharma is the most benevolent and kind."
Then, his eyes turned towards the next village.
There was a sentence that he kept in his heart but never said out loud, but the Niu brothers could read it from the corners of their father's eyes, which showed his strong desire to win.
Now, including the fairy potatoes, their production has surpassed that of the village next door!
After being ridiculed for several months, the day has finally come when I can hold my head high.
We must let those guys who spread rumors that they were growing weeds see what it means to be favored by the immortals and what it means to be chosen by the immortals!
Niu Cunzheng even wanted to write a letter to the county governor right now, requesting that the village be renamed Xianxuan Village!
The other villagers reacted similarly, kneeling down and chanting something, looking extremely pious.
Cao Zhubu was also very grateful to the fairyland, but he knew that it was not the time to kowtow yet.
When Niu Cunzheng stood up, he said, "This acre of land must be well protected, especially those seedlings. Don't deal with them yet. Take good care of them. The immortal said they are all very useful."
After experiencing the epidemic and the fairy potato, Niu Village was already convinced of Lang Yun. Now, of course, there was no need to refuse and he agreed readily.
Then he brushed the dirt off his body and trotted towards the village.
The Niu brothers hurriedly picked up their father's crutches and chased after him, but neither of them could catch up with Niu Muramasa.
This made Nie Rui unable to help but put his hands on the awning and said, "No wonder."
Cao Zhubu's mind was completely focused on the fairy potato. Hearing this, he thought Nie Rui was going to talk about something serious, so he hurriedly asked, "What?"
Nie Rui said seriously, "No wonder Niu Cunzheng always manages to punish the children whenever he teaches them a lesson. It's probably not just because the Niu brothers are filial, but also because they really can't run away or escape."
Cao Zhubu: ...
Don’t ask, the answer is that he is still strong despite being old.
After the sweet potatoes were counted, Cao Zhubu also made a final note in the book that recorded the sweet potato's growth, and then raised his head and said, "It's time to report."
Upon hearing this, Nie Rui said, "Okay, let's go back to the county together."
But Cao Zhubu shook his head gently and said, "You go now, I still have things to do."
Nie Rui was slightly stunned: "What's the matter?"
Cao Zhubu took a deep breath, raised his head and looked towards Fengwei Mountain, and said softly, "I am going to the fairyland to inform the fairyland of the good harvest of fairy potatoes and give this book recording the growth to the fairy."
Nie Rui was a little worried: "You've just recovered from your illness, but I'm afraid you're still weak. The journey from the county town to here is already tiring. If you go to Fengwei Mountain again, I'm afraid you won't be able to hold on."
Cao Zhubu could feel his throat dry and sore, as if he had caught a cold from rushing all the way from the county seat, and his overwhelmed joy and sorrow had caused his old illness to relapse. However, he didn't show it, instead insisting, "I have to go this time. Now that this acre of land is cultivated, we can expand to other villages and counties. But as the immortal said before, not all fields are suitable, so I must ask for advice."
In fact, Nie Rui wanted to persuade him again, but he had a close relationship with Cao Zhubu and knew his good friend's stubborn temper.
Especially when it comes to matters concerning people's livelihood, they work day and night.
If he is not allowed to go, I am afraid that this person will not only not be able to recuperate well, but will also get himself hurt by anger.
Nie Rui said nothing more, and simply instructed the accompanying guards: "Be careful and don't let the chief clerk get too tired."
The guard responded respectfully, and then followed Cao Zhubu into Fengwei Mountain.
Since it was only more than three months since the last time he came, Cao Zhubu felt that he would be able to face the fairyland with peace of mind.
But when he really arrived in Langyun, he was still shocked.
But it’s not because of the wonderland itself, but because of the people in the wonderland.
At this moment, there was a group of young people standing together in the square in front of the school.
They are the students of Qi State.
Now they have finished their military training and have completely bid farewell to the bad habit of alcoholism.
But even though the training is over, their daily routines have been established and some habits have become fixed.
Like regular exercise.
In fact, Qi State was very cautious when selecting talents. The purpose of King Qi was certainly to strengthen talent exchange and consolidate the relationship with Langyun, but he also wanted to let the fairyland know that Qi State was full of talents, so that the fairies would look upon it with respect.
Therefore, although the students who go to Langyun have different identities, backgrounds, and family backgrounds, they are all dedicated to learning, and each of them truly believes that "learning makes me happy."
The reason why I drank before was to get listed in the immortal journal.
Now I keep exercising because I have discovered the benefits of good health.
Only when I am healthy can I have more time and a clearer mind to devote myself to more intensive study, and translate more books and appear in the immortal magazine again.
The School of Arts simply brought out the "break exercises" and set a fixed time for them to do group exercises, and also used radio to coordinate.
Now is the time for physical exercise.
This is not unfamiliar to the students of Langyun. After all, who hasn't experienced various versions of the "National Middle School Radio Gymnastics" during their school days?
But for Cao Zhubu, it was extremely new.
Before, I only knew that those who practiced martial arts would arrange their exercises in an orderly manner. When have I ever seen these noble children do things together in an orderly manner?
So he stopped and looked over there.
Cao Zhubu happened to run into Lü Yong as he was about to go to class, so he took the initiative to step forward and ask, "Little Doctor Lü, do you know what's going on over there?"
When Lu Yong saw him, he first bowed and then looked over.
In fact, he has been obsessed with medicine these days. In addition, because he and Imperial Physician Tan O are the fastest in theoretical learning, they have secured the opportunity to do an internship in advance by ranking first and second in the exam. Therefore, Lu Yong has been staying in the school hospital during this period and basically seldom goes out.
But he had vaguely heard people talk about the people of Qi, and the fact that the young man of Qi went to the craftsmen of Zhou to buy wine had long been known by the doctors who were also from Zhou, so some things were no longer a secret.
Lü Yong then said, "They are all gentlemen sent by the people of Qi to study. They come from different backgrounds and are passionate about poetry and song. However, because they are addicted to alcohol, the immortals asked them to train themselves and correct their attitudes."
Cao Zhubu was curious: "Is this a punishment?"
Lu Yong thought for a moment and said, "It must be due to their training. Their physical condition has improved a lot."
This is not groundless talk, but because the national defense students are worried that the intensity of their training is too high and these people will not be able to bear it, so they ask the school hospital to help with regular checkups.
The result is that apart from the huge consumption of sunscreen, everything else is the same as usual, and even getting healthier.
Cao Zhubu turned his gaze back to the Qi people who had already dispersed and stood, and asked in a softer voice, "Then do you know what they are going to do?"
Lü Yong replied, "It's a form of boxing. The immortals insist on calling it 'Cao,' some call it 'Tai Chi,' and some call it 'Military Boxing.' The names are different, but the effects are similar. Imperial Physician Tan has carefully studied the movements, and it strengthens the body and is also useful for fighting. Even the secret guards around Prince Yun of Qi are learning it."
Cao Zhubu was shocked. "Does the fairyland also teach something this good?"
Lu Yong was not surprised at all. He just said seriously, "When the epidemic was serious before, the immortals were willing to help. Now that food is scarce, they are willing to lend a hand. I know that the immortals are not shy." He paused and said, "Besides, the immortals can create thunder out of thin air. They rely on magic. Those who use brute force to attack are just mortals and cannot be regarded as worthy by the immortals."
To others, this reason might seem exaggerated.
But for Cao Zhubu, who had been to Langyun, received favors, and witnessed the "immortal skills" with his own eyes, he felt that this was reasonable.
Anyway, the immortals from the Agricultural College had not arrived yet, so he stood beside Lu Yong, looking at the Qi people, wanting to observe how powerful the immortal boxing method was that was praised for being able to attack and defend.
At this moment, the radio made a series of rustling sounds, obviously testing the sound.
The people of Qi who heard the noise also took up their positions.
But the posture they adopted was not the one they had before practicing martial arts. Their legs were motionless, standing straight, with only their arms raised.
Then, his hand was placed on...his face?
What kind of boxing is this? He even covers his face?
Cao Zhubu was confused when he heard a deep voice on the radio: "Protect your eyesight, prevent myopia, and start eye exercises now!"
Lü Yong: ...
Cao Zhubu: ???
Eye exercises? Could it be possible to hurt people with your eyes, and make anyone you glare at fall to the ground?
At this moment, Teacher Chu and Ji Liang came over.
Cao Zhubu hurried forward and said respectfully, "Greetings, Immortal. I wonder if you are free? I have something to report."
The Agricultural College had already learned about the bumper sweet potato harvest from the system's task completion prompt, and now they could guess his purpose.
Teacher Chu smiled and said, "Let's find a classroom to talk."
Cao Zhubu quickly agreed.
Lu Yong also walked towards the teaching building, but he was there to attend Xia Yingxian's class. After saying goodbye to Cao Zhubu, he entered the classroom.
The remaining three people went into the empty classroom next door.
As soon as he entered the door, Cao Zhubu handed over the book he brought with him.
Although Teacher Chu learned from the system that the task was completed, the task did not clearly state the yield per mu.
Now looking through the latest records, seeing the last data of over 800 kilograms, Teacher Chu couldn't help but nod: "Not bad."
After all, this was ancient times, when there were no chemical fertilizers or modern planting methods, so it was already good to have such a high yield.
It’s more than the expected 500 kilograms.
Teacher Chu then gave full praise to the Zhou people: "The farmers have worked very hard, and this record is very complete. It now seems that our previous predictions were correct. Dechang County is indeed suitable for sweet potato cultivation. Thank you for your hard work."
Cao Zhubu didn't dare take credit for it. He muttered a few words, "Your Majesty's grace is boundless" and "The Immortal is benevolent," then bowed and said, "I have come this time not only to present you with this booklet, but also to ask for your help in doing something."
Teacher Chu: "What's the matter?"
Cao Zhubu took a deep breath, trying hard to suppress the hoarseness and dryness in his throat, and then spoke with obvious caution in his voice: "I wonder if the fairy potato can be promoted?"
After hearing this, Ji Liang couldn't help but ask, "Didn't we have a meeting before? As long as it's circled on the map, we can plant it. The only problem is the yield."
Cao Zhubu bowed again, his voice pleading, "Because we were rushed, we collected very little soil, and the areas we selected for cultivation are limited. Based on past experience, floods in Dechang County are often followed by droughts. If we only plant sporadically, I'm afraid we won't be able to alleviate the famine next year." He bowed deeply, "If we can survive this disaster, the people of Dechang County will surely offer our tribute daily, without any slack."
After hearing this, Ji Liang's first reaction was that if he wanted to determine what crops were suitable for growing in a certain place, it would be safest to conduct an on-site investigation.
But he swallowed the words back before he could say them, and just turned his head to look at Teacher Chu.
But I couldn't stop the urge to do something.
Of course, what Ji Liang coveted was not the offerings from Dechang County.
After all, the teachers and students in Langyun are not the ancient people here, let alone the Zhou people. They and their school were "airdropped" into Fengwei Mountain. It can be said that they are independent of other countries and have no connection with the indigenous people.
Our principle of getting along with each other has always been that when there is a difficulty, we just tell them, I will earn points and you will overcome the difficulties. As for the sensational parts in the middle, it is better to omit them. Time is still quite tight for people who do points, and there is no need to build temples or burn incense.
After all, they are not real gods, but just a fairyland shell. In essence, they are still people who need to eat and sleep, so keeping themselves alive becomes the first priority.
The most direct way to survive is to complete tasks and earn points.
What Ji Liang covets is points.
For the Agricultural College, the way to earn points is nothing more than cultivating seedlings, improving varieties, providing food, etc., but this involves a problem, that is, the Agricultural College has materials and technology, but does not have enough experimental fields and not enough people to farm.
But if we can establish a connection with Dechang County, apart from anything else, there will definitely be enough farmland and no shortage of farmers.
By then, won’t the points be endless?
But Ji Liang also knew that this was a big deal and he couldn't make the decision, so he looked at Teacher Chu.
Little did I know that Teacher Chu was thinking about the same thing and was more thorough in his thinking.
Nowadays, the name of Langyun has spread throughout the Zhou country, and they have a friendly relationship with Dechang County. The county magistrate's youngest son is now studying in Langyun. The little child has raised the living standards of the mathematics department with his own efforts.
A few days ago, the Department of Mathematics gave Yue Yun a vacation so that he could go back and see his parents.
It seems that it is also possible to take this opportunity to go down the mountain together and take a walk around Dechang County.
Teacher Chu carefully considered the pros and cons of the matter and did not respond immediately.
Although Ji Liang's face was full of "points, points, points", he didn't say anything until the teacher spoke.
As for Cao Zhubu, he didn't even dare to breathe, for fear of attracting the immortal's displeasure.
For a moment, the classroom suddenly became quiet.
After a long while, Teacher Chu seemed to have finally made a decision. He looked at Cao Zhubu again and prepared to say something.
Then I found that the man suddenly fell to the ground.
Ji Liang was startled.
It's just farming, you don't have to be so polite...
But soon he realized that the chief clerk was not bowing at all. He had clearly fainted.
Ji Liang said, "I'll go call the guards who brought him here..."
Before he could finish his words, he heard the familiar "ding" sound from his phone.
Teacher Chu took it out and looked at it, then said calmly, "No need to go, someone will be here soon."
Ji Liang was puzzled and was about to ask, when he saw Xia Ying, who was teaching a class next door, rushing over, rushing in, nimbly carrying Cao Zhubu on his back, and then running out.
The whole movement was extremely smooth and done in one go.
Ji Liang hadn't expected this man to be so fast, and couldn't help but sigh, "Senior Xia really takes saving the dying and the wounded as his mission. But how did he know?"
Teacher Chu silently raised his cell phone.
Then Ji Liang saw the task that had just been updated above: [Rescue Cao Zhubu 0/1].
...Well, it turns out that points make people progress.
On the other side, Cao Zhubu had been sent to the school hospital by Xia Ying.
When he woke up again, he was lying on the hospital bed, with some confusion in his eyes, and his memory was still stuck on waiting for the immortal's reply.
But he soon came to his senses.
Because the people standing on both sides of the bed forced him to wake up.
At a glance, there were more than ten of them, all standing on both sides of the bed, staring at him.
It's really a bit scary.
Yue Yun, who came to visit the patient after receiving the news, did not get close but just stood not far away. As a result, he saw Cao Zhubu's panic-stricken face.
Yue Xiaolangjun expressed his full understanding, after all, he faced the same situation when he woke up before.
But Yue Yun had no intention of stepping forward to rescue, but sat aside, took out the Rubik's Cube and continued to fiddle with it.
Cao Zhubu did not notice Yue Xiaolangjun, his eyes were already on Lu Yong who was closest to him.
Doctor Lu was writing something in his notebook. When he saw him open his eyes, he stopped and said with a smile, "Blessings, sir."
Cao Zhubu wanted to stand up: "Where am I?"
But before he could move, he was pushed back.
Turning around, I saw Tan O standing on the other side of the bed.
The Imperial Physician wasn't wearing his official uniform or casual attire at this moment. Instead, he wore a simple long gown and a white coat like any other medical student. His expression was calm and composed. "You haven't recovered yet, so don't get up."
Although Cao Zhubu was not familiar with Tan O, he knew that even his own county governor had to be polite when seeing Imperial Physician Tan. Therefore, Cao Zhubu lay back down without any resistance and whispered, "What's wrong with me?"
Lu Yong said slowly, "Don't worry, sir. I just diagnosed you with inflammation in your throat. You had a fever, but you didn't get timely treatment and rest. This, combined with low blood sugar, caused you to faint."
After listening to it, Cao Zhubu felt that he understood every word, but when they put them together, he was a little confused.
What is inflammation?
What is snow candy?
Candy made of snow? But it's still warm today, where does the snow come from...
But at this time, Cao Zhubu no longer had time to think about these details.
His head turned, his eyes scanning the faces of the people on both sides of the bed.
Although I didn't recognize all of them, I could tell from their attire and hairstyle that they were probably from the Zhou Kingdom, or doctors from the Zhou Kingdom who had come to the fairyland to study before.
I didn't expect that my illness would alarm so many people.
Cao Zhubu was somewhat touched, yet also somewhat apologetic. "Thank you for troubling the Imperial Physician and the other doctors. I know my health is good, and although I have some minor ailments and ailments, they are nothing serious. I can just take some medicine and recuperate. Your studies are more important."
Then Lu Yong said, "Don't worry, sir. We are here to complete our studies. Observation is also a form of learning."
Cao Zhubu: ???
Just then, the door of the ward was pushed open and two people came in.
Xia Ying was holding a tray in his hand. Seeing Cao Zhubu wake up, he smiled kindly: "You're awake. It's just right. It's time to use the medicine."
Cao Zhubu thought he was going to drink medicine soup. After all, he had been drinking medicine like water these days, so he had no resistance at this moment.
But Xia Ying didn't take the medicine bowl. Instead, he said gently, "Master Cao, your illness is getting worse. You need a different treatment than before. Are you willing?"
Cao Zhubu was already 800 meters away from the fairyland, and knowing that even epidemics could be cured here, he naturally had no resistance at this moment: "Of course I am willing."
Xia Ying nodded and said, "Then turn sideways." Then he said to the person next to him, "Teacher, we can begin."
Cao Zhubu looked puzzled, but still obediently turned his back.
Then, a voice came from behind: "Today, I've brought you here to observe and learn. Different symptoms require different solutions. If you have an emergency, intramuscular injections are often very effective. You can watch it today and find an opportunity to practice it in the future."
After saying that, Xia Ying calmly prepared the injection for his teacher, not worrying about Cao Zhubu's reaction at all.
After all, little Yue Yun had been given an injection before, and he behaved exceptionally calmly and composedly. Teacher Feng Ya praised him a lot, and said that the ancients were very courageous, and even children were very brave.
Cao Zhubu is already an adult now, so there shouldn't be any problem.
Only Imperial Physician Tan walked closer silently and stood at the head of the bed.
Cao Zhubu had no idea what was about to happen.
He just lay on his side, his mind full of thoughts about the fairy potato seedlings.
At this moment, he suddenly felt a little cold near his waist, as if something had wiped it.
Then there was a sudden pain.
I turned around subconsciously and saw a needle stuck in my body, with a thin barrel made of unknown material attached to it...
Quiet for a moment, the next second -
"Ahhhhh!"
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