Taohua Village held a buffet for ten consecutive days. Many people rushed to the village after hearing the news, and even people from Qingquan Town came to the banquet to celebrate for the Qiu family.
By the end of July, news of the plague raging in various places reached Qingquan Town.
Everyone was in a panic, but they didn't know that the bowl of medicine they drank earlier was enough to avoid the risk of contracting the plague.
"How can we get through this? It's autumn, the harvest season, but it's even hotter than summer. This weather is really abnormal."
"We finally survived the flood, and now the plague has come. Do you think this is God punishing someone?"
In Qingquan Town, several business owners sat together fanning themselves and chatting, as people were in panic due to the hot weather and the plague.
At noon, no one would come out to shop.
But these shopkeepers were very worried.
The other shopkeeper looked around quickly and said, "Shopkeeper Han, please stop talking nonsense. If someone with ulterior motives hears this, we'll all be in trouble."
"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, this means we can't live like this anymore."
Shopkeeper Han also knew that he had said the wrong thing and quickly apologized.
The other three shopkeepers also had worried expressions on their faces: "Who says it's not true? How can we make ends meet? The shop needs to be maintained, the employees need to be paid, and the servants and family members need to be fed and clothed."
"They're all pointing at the shop."
As soon as these words were spoken, there was a burst of sighs.
"The Qiu and Zhao families are truly careless. This time, it's because of these two families that we didn't have to pay any money because they led the village in voluntarily providing disaster relief."
"That's a good thing, too. Furthermore, the Fourth Young Master of the Qiu family directly provided food and lodging to the disaster victims who came to town. Although Mr. Zhao and his men took refuge in Taohua Village, their house was handed over to the Fourth Young Master Qiu."
"Under the management of Fourth Master Qiu, the refugees are all well-organized and are even willing to work in exchange for food."
Shopkeeper Han also gave a thumbs-up: "Who says it's not true? No wonder the Zhao family is the richest in Qingquan and can even receive imperial decrees."
"Speaking of that imperial edict, I do have some gossip. I heard that it was the adopted daughter of the Zhao family, the former eldest daughter of the Han family, who went to the capital and made meritorious contributions. That's why she asked for the imperial edict for Qin."
The shopkeeper surnamed Wang suddenly spoke mysteriously.
This immediately aroused the curiosity of several shopkeepers, and Shopkeeper Yin also asked in a low voice: "Shopkeeper Wang, is what you said true?"
"Of course it's true. Her own mother was also given a title." Shopkeeper Wang said hurriedly.
Shopkeeper Yin touched his chin, his hand suddenly stopped, and his eyes widened instantly.
"What happened?" Shopkeeper Wang and the others were frightened when they saw him suddenly freeze with a look of shock on his face.
Shopkeeper Yin looked around, then beckoned them closer and whispered, "I've thought of something. You mustn't spread it."
"What's going on? Why are you so mysterious?"
Several shopkeepers were puzzled. They knew each other very well and even grew up together, so they had a very close relationship.
"You've heard that the Emperor has bestowed upon Wen County a title on a non-Chinese princess, haven't you?"
"I heard about it, but doesn't anyone know who the county lord is?"
Shopkeeper Yin continued, "Please think about why Madam Qin and Madam Qiu were granted the status of imperial edict."
"So, that Miss Qiu is..."
All the shopkeepers were dumbfounded. Shopkeeper Yin nodded quickly and said, "Since the county lady doesn't want anyone to know, we will pretend we don't know about this."
"The Zhao family raised a good daughter, and the Qiu family gave birth to a good daughter. I'm so envious, so envious." Shopkeeper Yin spoke with envy.
This statement was widely agreed by everyone.
"Miss Qiu was careless. Our town remained calm despite the influx of so many refugees. Isn't it because she was leading the relief efforts?"
“Although the Zhao family contributed the most to the disasters in previous years, we can’t stay out of it.”
"Take the six-month drought six years ago, for example. The granaries in Qingquan Town were nearly looted and destroyed. This time, despite the devastation, the refugees not only didn't loot or destroy the granaries, but they also helped the suffering residents repair their homes."
"What does this mean? It means that Miss Qiu is a person of great fortune and wisdom."
Shopkeeper Wang was deeply moved.
Shopkeeper Han nodded repeatedly: "That's right. It's our blessing to have such a person become the master of Wen County. In the future, we will put the Zhao family first and follow the Zhao family. It will definitely not be wrong."
"Yes, yes, let's also stock up on some food and oil. If the plague really comes, we can also do our part."
"Right, right, right. Let's go. Instead of sighing and worrying about things that might happen, it's better to take precautions. I'll go buy some mugwort."
"Yes, that thing can dispel evil spirits and disinfect."
Several shopkeepers quickly dispersed and went about their business, stockpiling items.
Qiu Yinong and Chu Hongyun happened to be nearby and overheard the conversation between the few people.
The two smiled at each other, turned around and left, taking another path.
It's quite good that these shop owners have such awareness.
"County Lady, you are here." Chen Jingzhi was writing a letter of commendation when his lawyer reminded him that Qiu Yinong was here.
He quickly put down his brush, stood up and saluted.
"No need to be so polite. I just want to ask if Qingquan Town has suffered any losses this time, and whether the court has allocated money for disaster relief."
"I received a message from my superiors that the disaster relief money should be coming soon."
"Qingquan Town suffered some minor damage, but it wasn't serious. The refugees your fourth brother rescued worked in exchange for food. Qingquan Town is now in better shape than before the disaster."
"Well, okay. The Southern Territory is in chaos. I'm afraid the imperial envoy is here to recruit soldiers."
"There's nothing we can do when the country is in crisis." Chen Jingzhi also sighed. All the recruits were young and strong men.
This is also the reason why the people don’t want to fight. If they don’t let their men and sons go, their families will be destroyed if they really attack.
Letting men and sons go and build achievements is fine, but if...
"If the imperial envoy comes, send someone to Taohua Village to inform him." Qiu Yinong said to Chen Jingzhi.
Chen Jingzhi quickly agreed, then asked, "County Lady, you are a skilled doctor. If the plague really spreads to Qingquan Town, how would you handle this?"
"There's a block of houses for sale in the south of the town. If there are any infected refugees coming here, they can be temporarily placed there and someone can notify me to come over."
"Yes, County Lord, it's righteousness."
"It's not a big deal, but I can do my best. Since I know medicine, I naturally want to lend a hand."
"Moreover, I receive a salary from the Great Chu, and I am the lord of Wen County by the grace of the emperor. This is my duty." Qiu Yinong said seriously.
The admiration in Chen Jingzhi's eyes grew stronger, and Qiu Yinong waved her hand to let him sit down and continue with his own business.
"Okay, I've said everything I need to say. I also have something else to do, so I'll go back first."
"Goodbye, County Lady." Chen Jingzhi bowed and said goodbye.
Qiu Yinong waved her hand and told him not to see him off.
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