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Chapter 91 The Shen Family, Like a Spinning Top

The land surrounding the Shen residence, according to the land deed issued by the government, not including the rear mountain, amounted to three hundred acres. After careful discussion, Ji Yun, his daughter-in-law Lu Ling'er, and his son Gu Yichen decided to prioritize the surrounding wasteland, arranging the rear mountain area after that. With limited manpower—only ten men and six women—they had to make quick adjustments.

Ji Yun acted swiftly, assigning Mo Yan and Mo Xian to buy 20 strong men from human traffickers to fill the existing labor shortage. They also specifically included some with families, so that women, children, and the elderly could be assigned to lighter tasks. Finally, 36 men returned to the Shen residence, and the scale of the manor expanded dramatically, intensifying the hustle and bustle of the construction site.

Ji Yun stood high above, overlooking the bustling construction site. The workers were dripping with sweat, their faces etched with fatigue, but their eyes gleamed with determination. Their pace was hurried yet orderly, the sounds of stacked building materials and the clacking of tools interweaving into a bustling symphony. "Lu Ling'er, how's the progress today?" Ji Yun asked with concern, his voice revealing a hint of satisfaction despite the weariness he couldn't conceal.

Lu Linger wiped the sweat from her forehead, but the smile on her face was particularly bright: "The progress is very good. The excavation of the ditch has been completed, and the waterwheel is being installed intensively. Everyone is working hard, and the construction of the manor is progressing in an orderly manner." There was pride and relief in her voice, as if hope for the future was rising from all this hard work.

Three hundred acres of land were meticulously divided into distinct zones: the best fields were planted with rice, the medium fields with vegetables and fruits, and the inferior fields with potatoes, sweet potatoes, and cassava. A wide canal was dug around the planting areas, through which clear river water flowed, its gentle gurgling echoing through the air, providing ample irrigation and drainage for the fields. A waterwheel was being installed by the river, its occasional creaking sound akin to the prelude to spring. The twenty acres closest to the river were dug into a pond, its surface ripples reflecting the blue sky and the busy figures. Next to the pond, a chicken, duck, and goose coop had been built, the crowing of roosters, the quacking of ducks, and the whistling of geese blending together to create a unique rural symphony. In the farthest reaches of the Shen residence, pig, cattle, and sheep pens were built. The mooing of cows and the bleating of sheep echoed in the air, bringing a rich rural atmosphere.

Ji Yun distributed tasks in an orderly fashion. The male servants built the house, cellar, and other facilities, while the female servants tended to the livestock and cultivated the crops. He also brought in experienced farmers to patiently instruct them on how to efficiently utilize land and water resources. Their figures intertwined across the green fields and the busy construction sites, creating a beautiful scene.

After Mo Yan and Mo Xian finished purchasing supplies, they hurried back to the Shen residence. They handed the chickens, ducks, goose chicks, pigs, cattle, and sheep to the responsible personnel, then continued to the fish pond, skillfully stocking the fry. Mo Xian patted Mo Yan on the shoulder and teased, "Looks like we'll have to make a few more trips today, otherwise it'll be troublesome if we don't settle these little guys properly." His laughter echoed throughout the construction site, bringing a touch of lightness to the tense atmosphere.

Steward Ji stood in the middle of the construction site, waving a wooden board in his hand, constantly directing and dispatching. The workers' movements were as orderly as machines, and the noisy sounds were full of tacit cooperation. Gu Yazhu and her maids walked to the edge of the construction site with baskets of snacks and soups. The air was filled with fragrance. She smiled and handed a bowl of hot soup to a tired worker. The touch of her warm palms and the hot soup bowl seemed to bring a hint of spring to the dull autumn day. "You all worked hard, drink a bowl of hot soup to refresh yourself." Her voice was full of concern, as if sending warmth and care to the hearts of every worker.

Although Ji Junche hadn't fully recovered yet, he insisted on checking the account books to ensure that every expense was clear and accounted for. His fingers gently stroked the account book, his eyes scanning each expense attentively. He looked up and said gratefully to Gu Yazhu, "Thank you for your care, mother. The snacks you made have warmed everyone's heart, and it also allows me to handle the accounts with greater peace of mind."

As time went by, the construction work at Zhuangzi gradually bore fruit. The ponds on the wasteland were stocked with fish and shrimp, their surface shimmering with light. The chicken, duck, and goose coops were filled with the sounds of life. The rice and vegetables on the cultivated land were growing prosperously, their lush greenery thriving. Potatoes and sweet potatoes were thriving underground, seemingly foreshadowing the promise of a bountiful harvest.

However, even amidst the busy construction work, minor setbacks were inevitable. Once, the trench excavation encountered solid rock, hindering progress. Ji Yun, brow furrowed, faced the challenge and discussed solutions with the workers. After much discussion, they decided to use more powerful tools to tackle the problem, and the atmosphere around them became tense yet filled with anticipation.

Furthermore, some servants were dissatisfied with the redemption policy and began to murmur. Ji Yun and Lu Ling'er both sensed these uneasy feelings. To avoid future conflicts, they decided to hold a meeting with all servants over the next few days to explain the policy's purpose, address any concerns, and find a solution.

With everyone's joint efforts, life in the Shen Mansion gradually became more fulfilling and prosperous. Seeing all this, Ji Yun and Lu Ling'er were filled with relief and satisfaction. They knew that the future was still long, but as long as everyone worked together, they would be able to create a better life.