C132 (2/2)
A man around the age of thirty or so, with a bamboo basket on his back, excitedly explained to Xia Li.
”Every household will measure the different weights of the quadrangle grass according to the scale, root out the different market prices of each herb. After you calculate the different silver taels for each family, when the Uncle Fu tells us the good news, we are so happy that we nearly jump up.”
A young woman couldn't help but to ask.
Very quickly, a group of people surrounded Xia Li and enthusiastically chatted with him.
”It's better if we take advantage of the warm morning sun and go up the mountain to gather herbs. Only after two days when we're weighed down can you guys exchange the square grass for even more silver coins!”
Uncle Fu's thick and aged voice came out from outside the crowd.
”Let's hurry and gather the herbs!”
”Right, right. Go harvest the Four-sided Grass.”
The group of people quickly scattered like birds and beasts. Taking advantage of the early morning's coolness, they rushed up the mountain.
”Uncle Fu, you are a good person. You saved me.” Xia Li laughed bitterly, his palms sweating nervously.
”Madam, why don't you rest a bit longer and come to the stronghold so early?” Uncle Fu maintained a distance from Xia Li and bowed slightly as he saw how shocked Xia Li looked.
”I couldn't sleep either, so I came over to take a look.” Breathing in the morning cold wind, Xia Li's vision became clear and his mind became a lot better. He stretched his arms with effort.
Uncle Fu carefully accompanied Xia Li by his side and followed him from time to time, secretly observing his expression.
”Madam, I've already visited over a hundred families in the village yesterday. This is a list of people. Today, I'll have everyone gather some herbs that you know. Please take a look at the list first.”
The Uncle Fu said as he took out a roster and gave it to Xia Li.
Xia Li accepted the list of people from the Uncle Fu, looked at the registration and found that there were families with only orphans and widows, this way, the wages they would receive would definitely not be as much as others, making life more difficult. She needed to think of a way, how could she let these families earn more money.
”Uncle Fu, on this list, are there any ways to help orphans and widows? Do you think you have a way to make more money for them so that they can lighten the burden on their families?”
Xia Li wanted to hear the thoughts of the person in charge of the village before making his decision.
”We have been in the stronghold for so many years, and we have been able to save them up until now because of our unity and mutual support. Don't worry, Madam, we will help these families and buy from each of them, so we can guarantee that they will earn as much as the other families.”
The words of the Uncle Fu caused Xia Li's worry to calm down.
”Uncle Fu, you have done very well! You've worked hard! ”This little money can be used to buy Aunt Fu some delicious food.” Xia Li took out ten gold coins from his chest pocket and passed it to the Uncle Fu.
”This!” Thank you Madam! ” Uncle Fu happily received the money and carefully put it away in his arms, not forgetting to bow to Xia Li once again.
After leaving the village, Xia Li started walking back. After walking for a short distance, he saw a man standing at a fork in the road, staring at him.
Xia Li looked at the man's green robe, wheat colored skin, tall and straight body, and handsome face. The corners of his mouth slightly curled up, and he quickened his pace to return.
”hubby!” Xia Li threw herself into Sun Chun's embrace, tightly holding onto his neck as she shouted happily.
”Where did you go? I looked for you for a long time before I found out that you had gone to the stronghold. ” As Sun Chun felt the little girl's happiness, the small displeasure in his heart could only be suppressed at the bottom of his heart.
”I woke up early and went out for a walk. I happened to come to the village and met Uncle Fu, so I discussed with him about gathering herbs.”
Xia Li patiently explained as he looked at the man in front of him, who was obviously unhappy.
”Take me with you next time. What if your headache suddenly flared up and you fainted on the way?” The more Sun Chun spoke, the more afraid he became. He angrily asked Xia Li, and the complicated look in his eyes …
”I … I was just walking around casually. Besides, my body is much better now. Don't worry, I'll be fine.” Xia Li was especially obedient this time. ”When I go out in the future, I'll let you know in advance or we'll go together.”
”There won't be a next time. Before you have a headache that causes you to sink deep into sleep, you must stay in your room peacefully. If you go out, you must stay within your husband's control.”
Without explanation, Sun Chun carried Xia Li up once again and entered the small courtyard.
Xia Li laid silently in Sun Chun's embrace, as he felt the man's care. A sweet smile appeared on his face.
Sun Chun placed Xia Li back on the bed and pressed down both of her hands. With cold eyes, he said, ”My wife, don't challenge your husband's patience anymore. Otherwise, your husband will have a way to prevent you from getting up for a long time.”
”You, what are you trying to do!?” Xia Li had experienced Sun Chun's sinister appearance before, so he carefully moved towards the outside of the bed and asked cautiously.
”I just want to put some knockout drugs in your bowl to make you sleep for a few more days. What are you thinking about?” Sun Chun leaned on Xia Li and asked with a smile.