Master Xuanzhen, who was secretly hiding not far away, was filled with doubts.
He couldn't understand why Yun Zhizhi would come to this place where there were neither lotus flowers nor people, and why she would stay for so long.
What puzzled him even more was that Yun Zhizhi was pointing at the large lotus field, looking as if she was about to do something big.
Later, Yun Zhizhi inquired with several passersby and learned that the lotus field originally belonged to the government.
So they immediately rushed to the government office. On the way, in order to improve efficiency, Yun Zhizhi made a quick decision—to split up!
She then instructed He Yang and Xiao Tao, "You two are responsible for recruiting people, but remember, the maximum number is one hundred."
Upon hearing this, He Yang was astonished and asked in confusion, "Do we need to recruit so many people?"
"Of course! We're only setting up our stall here for seven days, and this land is at least a hundred acres. Only by recruiting enough people can we ensure that all the lotus roots in the soil are dug up within these seven days."
Following that, Yun Zhizhi explained the specific requirements for the job, as well as the wages and working hours, to the two of them in detail.
Seeing Yun Zhizhi's somewhat uneasy expression, He Yang curled his lips into a confident smile.
He patted his chest gently and assured her firmly, "Boss, you can rest assured! I will definitely complete the mission successfully."
After all, it was just hiring some people; it wasn't a difficult task. And with such high wages, he didn't believe the local people wouldn't be tempted.
On the other side, inside the government office.
Registrar Xu was sitting at the table, intently helping the prefect handle some trivial official business.
Suddenly, a tall, burly constable hurried in.
He cautiously approached Registrar Xu, lowered his voice, and whispered a few words in his ear.
Upon hearing these words, Registrar Xu's expression instantly turned to one of great surprise.
He immediately put down his brush, abruptly raised his head, his eyes filled with doubt and shock: "Is this really true?"
The constable nodded: "It's true! I even asked twice to confirm."
Xu, the registrar, was surprised that someone would come to the yamen wanting to contract the large lotus field in the western suburbs.
What's even more surprising is that the other party only planned to contract for a short period of seven days.
It's late August now, and the lotus field has long since passed its blooming season, so it has absolutely no ornamental value.
Why would that strange man want to contract this worthless land?
It's really puzzling.
However, none of this mattered to Registrar Xu. What mattered was that since someone was willing to deliver silver to their door, they naturally wouldn't refuse.
After all, such good things are rare.
Thinking of this, a joyful smile appeared on his face.
"No, I must tell the prefect this wonderful news immediately."
After muttering to himself, Registrar Xu began walking towards the study inside the yamen.
Yun Zhizhi sat in the front hall of the yamen, waiting idly for the person in charge to appear. She had been waiting there for almost half an hour, but still hadn't seen anyone.
She couldn't help but mutter: These people are so slow.
Just then, Registrar Xu walked into the front hall at a leisurely pace.
He never expected that the smiling, beautiful girl in front of him was actually that "big fool" who had too much money to spend!
"Young lady, are you really going to lease that hundred acres of lotus fields?"
Yun Zhizhi nodded very seriously.
Without wasting any words, Registrar Xu stated directly, "I can contract it to you, but you will need to pay three hundred taels of silver."
He had already planned it out; if she thought it was too expensive, he could lower the price.
After all, that large lotus field doesn't require any manpower or resources to maintain on a daily basis.
They simply let it fend for itself.
Its only value is that it attracts a wave of tourists to Yizhou Prefecture City to visit and admire the lotus flowers every year when they bloom.
Moreover, and very importantly, this young woman only leased the land for a few days, rather than buying it outright.
Therefore, no matter what price they offer, they are guaranteed to make a profit.
Yun Zhizhi immediately bargained: "Two hundred and fifty taels."
Registrar Xu readily agreed: "Deal."
Seeing his expression as if he were treating her like a "easy target," Yun Zhizhi thought to herself: I was careless!
Looks like I didn't bargain hard enough just now.
Finally, Yun Zhizhi took out several silver notes and some loose silver from her bosom and handed them to Registrar Xu.
After receiving the documents, Registrar Xu carefully counted them and, after confirming that everything was correct, began to help Yun Zhizhi with the contracting procedures.
The two parties quickly signed the agreement.
Seeing that Yun Zhizhi was about to leave, Registrar Xu could no longer suppress his doubts and asked curiously, "Miss, what exactly do you plan to do with this lotus field?"
Ever since he learned that she wanted to contract this lotus field, he has racked his brains but still can't figure out what she wants to use it for.
Could it be that she's really out of her mind, randomly scattering money as if it were a good deed?
Yun Zhizhi smiled mysteriously, deliberately keeping everyone in suspense: "Registrar Xu, if you have time the day after tomorrow, come to the western suburbs and you will find out."
After saying that, she led He Ping'an out of the yamen with great strides.
Xu, the registrar, was left alone, still standing there in a daze.
Her words completely piqued his curiosity, and he would make time for her even if he was busy the day after tomorrow!
Let's go see what she's really up to.
On the other side.
He Yang brought Xiao Tao to the busiest and most bustling street in Yizhou Prefecture, a place where wealthy families gathered.
People come and go, cars and horses move about, and all sorts of sounds intertwine to form a noisy symphony.
Suddenly, a deep, resonant voice came from afar, as loud as a bell, attracting the attention of many passersby.
The voice was powerful, which aroused everyone's curiosity, and they all looked toward the source of the sound.
"Don't miss out! It's like a windfall! Come and grab it!"
"Hiring! Hiring! 200 coins per day, paid daily, for a total of seven days."
"Come and register immediately!"
Many passersby, upon hearing the job posting, began to secretly make their own plans.
If the wages are calculated this way, you can earn more than one tael of silver after working for seven days!
So they all went to He Yang.
One of the older women couldn't wait to ask, "Young man, is it really true that you can earn 200 coins just by working for a day?"
The others also stared at him expectantly, as if hoping to get a positive answer from him.
He Yang smiled and nodded: "Of course, we would never lie to anyone."
Upon hearing this, the elderly woman immediately became excited and quickly volunteered: "Then choose me quickly, choose me! Whether it's washing clothes, cooking, chopping wood, or taking care of children, I'm very skilled at everything, you could say I'm an expert in everything!"
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