Chapter 295: New Life
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Li Yu looked at everyone and smiled. “There’s a vegetable field behind the manor, a pigpen, and a chicken farm. When Ah Wei comes back, he’ll teach you how to feed pigs and raise chickens. Alright! Everyone, disperse!”
...Everyone said in unison, “Yes.”
After they dispersed, an old woman who knew Auntie Xue called out to her happily, “Sister Xue, you’re here too! I came yesterday and even looked for you!”
Auntie Xue looked at how neat she was and happily held her hand. “Sister Yu, I was delayed by something. When I came, I saw you scattering rice seeds. Is it difficult?”
“The rice seeds on the farm are different from the ones we soaked at home. Every grain of those rice seeds is very full.” As she spoke, Madam Yu covered her mouth and smiled. “Did you hear that? Madam said that she got someone to teach us how to raise chickens and pigs. Didn’t we do these since we were young at home?”
“We’ll listen to Madam and the steward. We’ll do whatever they instruct us to do. They are a scholarly family, and their knowledge is different from ours.” Madam Yu nodded. “That’s true! Let’s go to work.”
When the two of them arrived at the field, those who were familiar with each other greeted one another. Everyone looked happy!
Shui Sheng brought Er Ya and San Zi to the foot of the mountain to cut grass with two children of about the same age. A boy who was stuttering said to Shui Sheng, “Brother Shui Sheng, Madam… said… she wants to… give us… a teacher… Do you think it’s true?”
Seeing that his face was red, Shui Sheng smiled and patted his back. “Of course it’s true. Little stutterer, slow down.”
Another child pulled Shui Sheng happily. “Brother Shui Sheng, you don’t know Chen Zhong and those people who often snatch our food wanted to come yesterday when Team Leader Liu came to pick us up. Team Leader Liu ignored them and even warned them not to cause trouble.”
When Shui Sheng heard this, he said to them, “Chen Zhong is a very bad person. We have to be careful lest they come to the farm to cause trouble.”
“Got it, Brother Shuisheng.” The children held the sickle and quickly cut it.
Li Yu called Ruyi, Ji Xiang, and Zhao Cai over and said to them, “I’ve set a few village rules. When you’re free, teach them how to memorize them and let them develop good habits. Also, choose a few women and let them take turns cooking and doing chores. Also, let Aunt Zhang and the others teach them how to clean the kitchen. They will behave themselves in the first few days. Some people will reveal their true nature in ten to fifteen days. Watch carefully in secret and choose a few good people and capable people from these people. Let them take the lead to manage the rest.”
The three of them said in unison, “Understood.” Ruyi asked Li Yu, “Madam, I’ve already decided on the piglets and chickens and ducks in the nearby village.
They’ll be sent over in a while. The wasteland is about to be completed. When we reached the end, I realized that there’s a pond at the foot of the mountain. The water in the pond is flowing down the mountain. I want to hire someone to clean it up and widen it. I’ll raise fish in it.”
Ji Xiang said, “And plant some more lotus roots.”
“Alright, do as you see fit! You have to check the villa at any time.” Li Yu looked at Zhao Cai. “Zhao Cai, come back to the city with me. I have something for you to do.”
Ji Xiang looked at Li Yu with a plaintive expression. “Madam, there must be something wrong with you calling Brother Zhao Cai! Why don’t you ever ask me to go with you?”
Li Yu looked at his narrowed eyes and smiled. “Who asked you to be so handsome and suave? It’s easy for people to remember you.”
“I’m ignoring you. You tease me every time.” Ji Xiang tried his best to widen his eyes and pointed at his eyeballs. “Look, my eyeballs are quite big. Why don’t I ask Old Master if I can pull my eyelids up so that my eyeballs will be exposed?” “That’s right! Hurry up and find Old Master.” Ruyi and Zhao Cai laughed.
Li Yu looked at Zhao Cai and thought to herself that it would definitely work in another thousand years. She smiled and said, “Ji Xiang, you’re doing very well.
It’s better not to pull your eyelids. Gu Yu won’t be used to it.”
“Madam, you’re teasing me again. I’m going to do something.” Ji Xiang fled. Ruyi chased after him.
Li Yu went to the pig farm and chicken pen that had been built to take a look. She saw that the pigsty had been paved with stone slabs and the septic tank had been dug. The fertilizer tank behind the septic tank had also been dug. Only then did she feel relieved and walk back with Zhao Cai. In the car, Li Yu told Zhao Cai what had happened in West City. She said to him, “When your master releases that dog from the prison, secretly monitor him and see which places he likes to frequent. Find out the pattern of his travels. Be careful not to let him notice.”
When Zhao Cai heard this, he understood that Li Yu wanted to deal with Wang
Chun. “Yes, Madam.”
When Li Yu returned to the government office, she received the package that Chu Feng had gotten someone to send over. After Li Yu opened it, she saw the shoes, socks, and clothes Li Mei had made for Yangyang and two letters. After reading about Li Mei’s memories, Li Yu concluded that Mother Li had been pushed down the mountain stream by Madam Lin and was saved by Father Li by chance. Perhaps Madam Lin had caused her to suffer a heavy blow, so she was unwilling to contact the Lin family again.
After reading Li Qing’s letter, Li Yu was also a little surprised by Laidi’s change. Li Fengqi might be a schemer for power. She also understood the reason why he came to propose to Laidi. He wanted to rely on her and Zhou Jia. If she and Zhou Jia continued to gain power, he would naturally treat Laidi well. If anything happened with her and Zhou Jia, he would probably be the first to add insult to injury.
After Li Yu finished writing the reply, she wondered why Zhou Jia had not left the government office. Just as she walked out of the study, Gu Yu walked in with a strange expression and said to Li Yu, “Madam, Master asked Tiezhu to bring a message back. He said that he was going to the Intoxicated Immortal Restaurant to eat meat.” After saying that, Gu Yu hesitated for a moment before asking, “Madam, we all eat meat. Didn’t you give Master meat?”
Li Yu looked at her strange expression and smiled. “Silly girl, your master was joking!”
“Oh! Then I’ll pick Young Master up for dinner.” Seeing that she had made a fool of herself, Gu Yu blushed and bowed to Li Yu before running away.
Some of the farmers were carrying large bamboo baskets, while others were carrying small bamboo baskets. The piglets in the large bamboo baskets were humming, and the small bamboo baskets were filled with fluffy chickens, ducks, and geese. Everyone walked towards the farm with smiles on their faces..
Chapter 295: New Life
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Li Yu looked at everyone and smiled. “There’s a vegetable field behind the manor, a pigpen, and a chicken farm. When Ah Wei comes back, he’ll teach you how to feed pigs and raise chickens. Alright! Everyone, disperse!”
...Everyone said in unison, “Yes.”
After they dispersed, an old woman who knew Auntie Xue called out to her happily, “Sister Xue, you’re here too! I came yesterday and even looked for you!”
Auntie Xue looked at how neat she was and happily held her hand. “Sister Yu, I was delayed by something. When I came, I saw you scattering rice seeds. Is it difficult?”
“The rice seeds on the farm are different from the ones we soaked at home. Every grain of those rice seeds is very full.” As she spoke, Madam Yu covered her mouth and smiled. “Did you hear that? Madam said that she got someone to teach us how to raise chickens and pigs. Didn’t we do these since we were young at home?”
“We’ll listen to Madam and the steward. We’ll do whatever they instruct us to do. They are a scholarly family, and their knowledge is different from ours.” Madam Yu nodded. “That’s true! Let’s go to work.”
When the two of them arrived at the field, those who were familiar with each other greeted one another. Everyone looked happy!
Shui Sheng brought Er Ya and San Zi to the foot of the mountain to cut grass with two children of about the same age. A boy who was stuttering said to Shui Sheng, “Brother Shui Sheng, Madam… said… she wants to… give us… a teacher… Do you think it’s true?”
Seeing that his face was red, Shui Sheng smiled and patted his back. “Of course it’s true. Little stutterer, slow down.”
Another child pulled Shui Sheng happily. “Brother Shui Sheng, you don’t know Chen Zhong and those people who often snatch our food wanted to come yesterday when Team Leader Liu came to pick us up. Team Leader Liu ignored them and even warned them not to cause trouble.”
When Shui Sheng heard this, he said to them, “Chen Zhong is a very bad person. We have to be careful lest they come to the farm to cause trouble.”
“Got it, Brother Shuisheng.” The children held the sickle and quickly cut it.
Li Yu called Ruyi, Ji Xiang, and Zhao Cai over and said to them, “I’ve set a few village rules. When you’re free, teach them how to memorize them and let them develop good habits. Also, choose a few women and let them take turns cooking and doing chores. Also, let Aunt Zhang and the others teach them how to clean the kitchen. They will behave themselves in the first few days. Some people will reveal their true nature in ten to fifteen days. Watch carefully in secret and choose a few good people and capable people from these people. Let them take the lead to manage the rest.”
The three of them said in unison, “Understood.” Ruyi asked Li Yu, “Madam, I’ve already decided on the piglets and chickens and ducks in the nearby village.
They’ll be sent over in a while. The wasteland is about to be completed. When we reached the end, I realized that there’s a pond at the foot of the mountain. The water in the pond is flowing down the mountain. I want to hire someone to clean it up and widen it. I’ll raise fish in it.”
Ji Xiang said, “And plant some more lotus roots.”
“Alright, do as you see fit! You have to check the villa at any time.” Li Yu looked at Zhao Cai. “Zhao Cai, come back to the city with me. I have something for you to do.”
Ji Xiang looked at Li Yu with a plaintive expression. “Madam, there must be something wrong with you calling Brother Zhao Cai! Why don’t you ever ask me to go with you?”
Li Yu looked at his narrowed eyes and smiled. “Who asked you to be so handsome and suave? It’s easy for people to remember you.”
“I’m ignoring you. You tease me every time.” Ji Xiang tried his best to widen his eyes and pointed at his eyeballs. “Look, my eyeballs are quite big. Why don’t I ask Old Master if I can pull my eyelids up so that my eyeballs will be exposed?” “That’s right! Hurry up and find Old Master.” Ruyi and Zhao Cai laughed.
Li Yu looked at Zhao Cai and thought to herself that it would definitely work in another thousand years. She smiled and said, “Ji Xiang, you’re doing very well.
It’s better not to pull your eyelids. Gu Yu won’t be used to it.”
“Madam, you’re teasing me again. I’m going to do something.” Ji Xiang fled. Ruyi chased after him.
Li Yu went to the pig farm and chicken pen that had been built to take a look. She saw that the pigsty had been paved with stone slabs and the septic tank had been dug. The fertilizer tank behind the septic tank had also been dug. Only then did she feel relieved and walk back with Zhao Cai. In the car, Li Yu told Zhao Cai what had happened in West City. She said to him, “When your master releases that dog from the prison, secretly monitor him and see which places he likes to frequent. Find out the pattern of his travels. Be careful not to let him notice.”
When Zhao Cai heard this, he understood that Li Yu wanted to deal with Wang
Chun. “Yes, Madam.”
When Li Yu returned to the government office, she received the package that Chu Feng had gotten someone to send over. After Li Yu opened it, she saw the shoes, socks, and clothes Li Mei had made for Yangyang and two letters. After reading about Li Mei’s memories, Li Yu concluded that Mother Li had been pushed down the mountain stream by Madam Lin and was saved by Father Li by chance. Perhaps Madam Lin had caused her to suffer a heavy blow, so she was unwilling to contact the Lin family again.
After reading Li Qing’s letter, Li Yu was also a little surprised by Laidi’s change. Li Fengqi might be a schemer for power. She also understood the reason why he came to propose to Laidi. He wanted to rely on her and Zhou Jia. If she and Zhou Jia continued to gain power, he would naturally treat Laidi well. If anything happened with her and Zhou Jia, he would probably be the first to add insult to injury.
After Li Yu finished writing the reply, she wondered why Zhou Jia had not left the government office. Just as she walked out of the study, Gu Yu walked in with a strange expression and said to Li Yu, “Madam, Master asked Tiezhu to bring a message back. He said that he was going to the Intoxicated Immortal Restaurant to eat meat.” After saying that, Gu Yu hesitated for a moment before asking, “Madam, we all eat meat. Didn’t you give Master meat?”
Li Yu looked at her strange expression and smiled. “Silly girl, your master was joking!”
“Oh! Then I’ll pick Young Master up for dinner.” Seeing that she had made a fool of herself, Gu Yu blushed and bowed to Li Yu before running away.
Some of the farmers were carrying large bamboo baskets, while others were carrying small bamboo baskets. The piglets in the large bamboo baskets were humming, and the small bamboo baskets were filled with fluffy chickens, ducks, and geese. Everyone walked towards the farm with smiles on their faces..
