Chapter 252: Spring Equinox Returns Home
Chunfen seemed to have heard something frightening. She suddenly became afraid and refused to go home. She clutched Xu Zhichun's clothes tightly and hid behind her. "I won't go back. I won't get married. I won't get married."
Mrs. Xu frowned in displeasure. "Bah, bah, bah, Spring Equinox, what nonsense are you talking about? What girl wouldn't marry? You're making a fool of yourself. Come here quickly and follow me back."
Chunfen shook his head wildly: "No, no, if I go back, you will ask me to marry you."
Mrs. Xu was amused. "You are indeed a bit silly. Who said you can get married right away? It's too early. The wedding will take two months. You should go home and prepare."
Chunfen was happy for a moment, but then his face fell after hearing the second half of Xu's words, "I won't."
Xu's face darkened. "Spring Equinox! Come here!"
Chunfen's expression timidated. She had always been a little afraid of her sister-in-law. But after a moment of hesitation, she shook her head and whispered in protest, "I won't."
Mrs. Xu felt a little dizzy and turned to Xu Zhichun: "Zhichun, what is this? Why has she become so disobedient?"
The implication is "What have you taught her?"
Xu Zhichun couldn't help but discuss it: "Sister-in-law, how about letting Chunfen stay for a few more days and wait until the wedding date is closer. By then, she will be mentally prepared."
"How can that be possible?" Mrs. Xu sneered. "How can a girl who is about to get married still work as a servant in someone else's house? It's unlucky. If you tell others about it, they will laugh at her. If you want to do this for her own good, ask her to come back with me."
Chunfen squatted on the ground, covered her face and started crying.
She doesn't.
She just doesn't want to go back and doesn't want to get married.
She was scared.
She knew that no one liked her, and that getting married would mean moving to someone else's home and she wouldn't be able to go home. She was really scared.
"spring equinox!"
Xu was extremely embarrassed.
Xu Zhichun quickly bent down to comfort Chunfen, but it was no use, and Chunfen cried even louder.
After much persuasion, Zhichun finally coaxed Chunfen to stop crying and reluctantly agreed to go back with Xu. After walking a few steps, she suddenly stopped and looked back at Xu Zhichun eagerly, feeling as if something was missing in her heart.
She couldn't describe the feeling, she just felt uncomfortable, empty and uncomfortable.
Xu Zhichun forced a smile: "You can come over and play if you have nothing to do."
"Uh-huh!"
Chunfen's eyes then lit up.
Xu looked at him coldly and sneered inwardly.
You're dreaming! She won't allow the Spring Equinox to come again. If she comes again, will she be so foolish as to work for someone for nothing? Stupid!
When Chunfen returned, Xu Zhichun felt very uncomfortable. Fortunately, she still had Muxiang and the much-grown puppy to accompany her.
There are still a few people here. I'll wait until I find a good one and then buy one or hire a woman over 40 years old for a long time.
After much anticipation, County Magistrate Lu finally returned.
And brought back good news!
The government wanted all the potatoes and sweet potatoes in Liangjia Village.
In order to verify the authenticity and prove that Magistrate Lu was not lying, the prefect specially sent his confidant and a team of runners to Liangjia Village again to witness it with their own eyes.
Magistrate Lu, County Assistant Secretary Zhao, and Legal Adviser Shao accompanied him.
County Magistrate Lu was quite calm. He did not blame the prefect for being suspicious. After all, it was too unbelievable and sensational. Who would believe it easily?
Or in other words, who dares to believe it easily?
This is not a small and exquisite snack that adds icing on the cake, but food that can save lives and feed the people in times of famine.
After witnessing it, the dust finally settled.
The memorials from County Magistrate Lu and the prefect were quickly sent to the capital, and Xu Zhichun's name was also on the list. County Magistrate Lu had promised to commend her, and naturally he did what he said.
To be honest, Xu Zhichun was lucky to have met a good official like County Magistrate Lu who was frank, upright and open-minded.
Otherwise, who knows who will get the credit.
For a little village woman like Xu Zhichun from a remote place, it was effortless for the officials to take credit and control her.
Could she possibly go to the capital to file a complaint?
Not to mention the long journey, does she have any evidence?
After traveling through time for so long, Xu Zhichun naturally understood this truth a long time ago.
After hearing Magistrate Lu say this in person, the dust settled, Xu Zhichun's heart was completely at peace, and he could finally laugh happily without restraint.
Magistrate Lu also persuaded the prefect to submit a memorial pleading for her merit. This time, the imperial court's reward was sure to be substantial. Silver and imperial edicts of honor were certain to arrive, both of which were priceless to her. This meant an additional layer of security for her wealth and status.
Magistrate Lu announced on the spot that each household would keep 200 catties, and the remaining would be purchased by the court at a price of ten coins per catty. Liangjia Village would establish this agreement, and starting next year, all households would be exempt from taxes for three years. Furthermore, the court would bestow upon Liangjia Village a plaque.
The price the government offered was ten cents per pound, which was already extremely high. After all, the quantity was so large, and it would cost a lot of silver.
Besides, before this, everyone had produced nothing that could be sold for ten cents per pound.
This income alone is enough to make people happy.
What's more, there are three years of tax exemption and a plaque that brings honor to the whole village. The former is a real benefit, and the latter is a benefit that cannot be bought with money.
Once the plaque is hung in the ancestral hall, it can be blown for at least twenty years!
"Really? Really?!"
"That's great, that's great! Our village is going to be great!"
"Ten cents a pound? Ten cents! That's ten eggs. I should have planted more."
"Yeah, I regret it so much. Potatoes are fine, but I really should have planted more sweet potatoes. I knew they were good, but I didn't expect them to be this good."
"well"
"Come to think of it, Zhichun has made a fortune again this time."
"That's right, no wonder they are rich."
"And the village head family and the Qitian Lin family, wow, they all made a lot of money following Zhichun."
"Next year, my family will also open up new land for planting!"
“My family too!”
"Don't just talk about this. Three years of taxes. Three years. That's a lot."
"Haha, yeah. I probably saved quite a bit this year. It's all good."
"I don't know what the plaque awarded by the court looks like. I'll have to take a closer look when the time comes."
"It would be nice if I could just touch it."
"Go ahead and dream on! The village head, grandma, and grandpa are determined to fight you to the death."
Everyone burst into laughter, and the crowd was filled with a happy atmosphere.
Liang Lizheng's face flushed with excitement as he excitedly assured Magistrate Lu, "Please rest assured, sir. I will supervise every household and, except for the 200 kilograms left by each family, I will sell all the remaining kilograms to the government!"
"Okay, this matter originally required your cooperation. Since you're so proactive, that's perfect. Hahaha!"
"Please rest assured, sir!"
County Magistrate Lu specially asked Xu Zhichun to speak to him alone for a while so that Xu Zhichun could have a clear understanding of the court's rewards.
County Magistrate Lu hinted to Xu Zhichun that there was little hope of obtaining an imperial edict, as it would be difficult to obtain, but he should be able to obtain a pardon, which would also be a rare honor.
County Magistrate Lu was actually a little regretful. If he had someone in the court, and used money and connections to pay, it would not be difficult for Xu Zhichun to get the title of a county lady for his achievements.
But if there is no one in the court, it will be difficult to deal with.
Xu Zhichun was mentally prepared and not greedy. She expressed her gratitude sincerely and took the opportunity to euphemistically express that she wanted to get some sweet potatoes and potatoes for separate processing. County Magistrate Lu readily agreed, but reminded her not to let others know.
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