Sir Song, do you want to pledge yourself to me?

Seeing that he still refused to tell the truth, Ji Chuan couldn't help but feel a little angry:

"Jiang Zhou, what's so hard to say? It's come to this, and you're still trying to save face for her? You're about to embark on the path of the imperial examination. Don't you realize how important your reputation is to you? If you don't come forward and explain things clearly, and let her continue like this, I'm afraid you'll really be considered ungrateful.

This was obviously a dispute between Fu Jiangzhou and a certain woman. Ji Nuan didn't want to meddle in other people's business, but she couldn't bear to see the person she had spent so much effort to cure, the person who could have been a helper to the Ji family, have his bright future affected by such trivial matters.

So, she kindly reminded him, "Those other things that are disturbing your mind should be resolved as soon as possible. Shouldn't Mr. Fu focus all his energy on the autumn exam now?"

Fu Jiangzhou felt a pang of shame after hearing this. He felt guilty that Ji Nuan had healed his crippled right hand, yet he hadn't focused on his studies. He also felt guilty that Ji Chuan had gone to great lengths to find him the exam questions from previous autumn exams, yet he had been easily disturbed by such a trivial matter.

He bowed again to the Ji Chuan siblings and finally spoke out his embarrassment: "I am truly ashamed. Yesterday, I returned to the village and ran into my ex-fiancée while helping with chores. When she discovered my hand had healed, she regretted her decision to break off the engagement. I explained everything to her yesterday, but I didn't expect she would find her way here."

Ji Chuan had heard about Fu Jiangzhou's past affairs and said angrily, "So she was the one who hurriedly broke off the engagement with you when you were in trouble and had no chance of a career in the government. How can there be such a shameless person in the world?"

"It's human nature to seek benefits and avoid harm. She didn't see the future she wanted with you, so she decided to break off the engagement, which is understandable. But now that she sees you've recovered and have a bright future, she wants to get close to you again. This behavior is truly despicable." Ji Nuan said, "The key now is what you think. The autumn exam is imminent, and you don't have that much time to waste. Once you've made your decision, deal with this person as soon as possible."

Fu Jiangzhou blushed. "You're right. I was too pedantic before. I always thought that after all, she was engaged to me, so I should at least give her some face. I never thought she would cause such an embarrassing situation and even threaten to ruin my reputation."

Fu Jiangzhou seemed to suddenly understand and decided to solve this troublesome matter immediately. So he said to Ji Chuan and Ji Nuan, "Brother Ji Chuan, Miss Ji, please find someone to help look after the children in the small classroom temporarily. I have to go back now and will be back as soon as I finish my work."

Ji Chuan nodded and agreed: "Yes. We have known each other for many years. If you have something to say, just tell me directly. Don't be polite with me."

After Fu Jiangzhou thanked him again, he hurried home.

After Fu Jiangzhou left, Ji Chuan turned to Ji Nuan and asked, "Little sister, why did you come back alone at this time?"

Ji Nuan: "Aunt Shen is planning to hold a flower viewing banquet and wants me to stay in the capital to help, so I came back to tell my parents and take a look at the mooncakes made by my eldest sister-in-law. I can give them to the guests to try and build momentum for our mooncake gift boxes in advance."

Ji Chuan laughed and said, "You always say you don't like to worry, but you never forget to seize the opportunity when it comes."

Ji Nuan rolled her eyes playfully and said, "I'm lazy, but I'm not stupid! When an opportunity comes to my doorstep, of course I know I should take it home!" After saying that, she went to find Ji's father and mother.

Unexpectedly, Uncle Ji was also at home. Ji Nuan's heart moved, as she also wanted to talk about Ji He.

After greeting the elders present, she sat down and said, "Uncle, I have already asked about Ji He's matter."

Uncle Ji quickly asked, "Do you know what she did wrong? How is she now?"

The anxiety and concern on his face were so real, he looked like a loving father who loved his daughter dearly.

Ji Nuan pretended to be serious and said slowly, "They were caught on the spot for trafficking children and unmarried women. It is said that they were involved in a human trafficking organization. But fortunately, they are only the lowest-ranking minions in this organization and have not come into contact with the top people."

Uncle Ji heaved a sigh of relief when he heard this. He thought, if it was just a small fry, there was still hope of getting out.

However, before he could completely relax, Ji Nuan suddenly changed the subject and continued, "However, it's still unclear how much they know. Before the case is thoroughly investigated, they may still be silenced. Now, the couple has been exiled to the Lin County quarry to serve. Uncle, if you want to go see her, I can still help arrange it. When are you going? Who are you going to send?"

When Uncle Ji heard this, he was so frightened that he shook his head repeatedly and said in a fearful manner: "No, no, we have only been to the provincial capital and have never traveled far away. So we won't go."

Ji Nuan said regretfully: "Is that so? Okay then!"

Uncle Ji had always refused to admit that Ji He had really committed a crime. Now that his agent Nuan had confirmed it, he suddenly felt ashamed and left without saying a few words.

"Uncle is leaving now? What was he doing here?" Ji Nuan asked innocently, as if she wasn't the one who scared him away.

Ji's mother sighed, "He wants your father to find a job for Ji Feng. He's been here more than once, but he's not up to the task of doing good work, and he doesn't like the bad work. It really puts your father in a difficult position."

Father Ji also sighed and continued, "Let's not talk about our family, everyone is a capable child. Your third uncle and aunt are doing well now, and they are planning to open a small shop and make it bigger and stronger. But your uncle's family... Nuannuan, do you have any good ideas for them?"

Ji Nuan had actually thought about this.

The gap between the three branches of the Ji family was widening, and Ji Nuan was worried that her aunt and her family would become jealous and do something irrational. Ji Nuan thought that she had to keep them busy and make some money.

After a moment's hesitation, she said, "I wonder if my uncle and his family would be willing to raise chickens and ducks? Once they grow up, they can be sold to me. I'll also buy chicken and duck eggs at the market price."

Father Ji thought this was feasible, simple and cost-effective. He patted his thigh and said, "This is simple, I think it's good. I'll talk to your uncle later."

Ji's mother was a little annoyed that Ji's father took on the work for his daughter. She asked worriedly, "Can you sell all the chickens, ducks, meat and eggs you have collected?"

Ji Nuan smiled confidently: "Yes, we can make roast chicken, roast duck, fried chicken legs, fried chicken cutlets and other delicacies, which can be sold in restaurants and teahouses."

Father Ji smiled proudly: "My daughter is the one who has the solution. She thinks very quickly."

"Of course." Ji Nuan was also happy to hear the good words. She smiled and didn't mind making Ji's father happier: "Dad, I just got two new farms. I'm too lazy to take care of them, so I'm handing them over to you."

Father Ji exclaimed: "Oh, how much land is that?"

Why does Ji Nuan sound a little bit cocky?

Ji Nuan spread his hands and said, "A few hundred acres, maybe? I haven't taken a look yet. You can take Butler Liu with you when you have time."

"Okay, okay, don't worry." Father Ji nodded repeatedly, so excited that he could jump up and hoe three acres of land at a time.

Ji Nuan took out the land deed and gave a few instructions, then stood up and said, "Then I'll go see my sister-in-law. I won't be back for the next two days. Aunt Shen needs my help with a banquet."

Mother Ji also stood up, her eyes full of love as she instructed, "How can you help? Madam Song wants to keep you by her side to teach you! She's a kind person and treats you very well. You must study hard when you go there, as she will definitely be useful in the future."

Ji Nuan smiled and said coquettishly, "I know, Mom. Besides, you have taught me a lot!" After that, she walked forward and hugged the mother who raised her, her heart full of gratitude and respect.

Mother Ji patted Ji Nuan's back gently, feeling extremely comforted and satisfied. She laughed and said, "Alright, you're already a grown-up girl and still acting like a spoiled brat. Go quickly and don't keep Madam Song waiting."

Ji Nuan smiled and let go of her hand. She took out an exquisite enamel mirror from her sleeve and stuffed it into Ji's mother's hand. "I'll be leaving now. This is a little gadget I found for you. See if you like it." After saying that, she giggled and ran away.

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