The Story of a Destitute Noblewoman Farming

"Oh my, why didn't I think of this? It makes me want to do it right now. If we can make it, the villagers can increase their income. That's great, Linlang girl. I won't talk to you anymore. I have to go back and arrange for people to dig konjac tofu."

"Chief, please don't be in a hurry. You don't know the recipe yet. I have already written it down. I am waiting to discuss it with you after the first shot is fired today. You can go back and dig first, but you can't dig all of it. You have to leave some for seeds.

If you're not familiar with it, don't panic. Dahua and the others can all make it. They've learned it these days. When you return to the village, discuss it with the elders and come up with a plan to make this happen as soon as possible. I'll stay in the county for one day and present the recipe to the county magistrate tomorrow before returning."

"Okay, okay, I'll take a few people back first, and let the others stay here for a few days. They can't let anyone take advantage of the loopholes, and they can also protect your safety."

The patriarch was worried about something and left in a hurry.

Seeing that Lu Manyin managed the shop very well, Lu Linlang felt relieved and took her brothers to the grain shop again. The grain shop had already opened in a low-key manner and not many people came in, which was exactly what Lu Linlang needed.

I went to Lu's Fresh Food Store again, which is the vegetable stall. There were still quite a few people waiting there. I heard that konjac tofu can be sold by kilogram, and there was still a queue.

"Everyone, everyone, we don't have enough konjac tofu to sell today. Please come back tomorrow if you have more customers. We will supply more tomorrow. Please forgive us."

"What? I just got here, how come they're sold out? I heard konjac tofu is only five cents a pound, and I wanted to give some to my family to try."

"That's because you don't know. A bunch of people just showed up. The konjac tofu starts at five pounds. When you got here, they must have already finished it. I heard it's delicious. It can be stir-fried on its own, or with pork, chicken, or anything else. It smells so good. I just went to the Yingkelai Inn and got a free sample. The chef's stir-fry is delicious."

"So I'm late. I'd better buy some other vegetables. The vegetables here are really fresh, and everything is tied up in small bundles. There are no yellow leaves yet. They all look good, much better than those vegetables that farmers just randomly put in boxes."

The man said this regretfully, picked some fresh side dishes, paid and went home.

Lu Linlang and his group waited until the konjac tofu was sold out before they went forward. The person in charge of selling vegetables here was an aunt from the village named Qian. She was good at talking and it was said that every time she went to the town to sell vegetables, her vegetables were always sold out first and at a higher price than others. There were also two young people from the village helping her.

"Boss, I didn't expect so many people to buy this konjac tofu. It's all sold out this morning. You must arrange for someone to deliver it early tomorrow. Many people said they would come to buy it tomorrow."

"Aunt Qian, don't worry. I've asked the clan leader to go back and notify everyone. They'll deliver it tomorrow morning. How are the other vegetables selling?"

"The sales are very good. The idea you came up with is really good. The vegetables look delicious when displayed like this. When the wealthy families come to buy, they all take a fancy to the vegetables in our shop. They say that they look juicy, without too much mud, and are picked cleanly, so they look delicious." Aunt Qian remained enthusiastic.

"I feel relieved with what you said, auntie. If you're short of any vegetables, just send someone to Yingkelai to let them know. I've arranged for someone to deliver vegetables every morning. The vegetables in the village are all good."

Just as Lu Linlang was finishing her words, she saw a yamen runner running up to her, breathlessly.

"Miss Lu, my master wants to discuss something important with you. I just went to the inn and heard that you went to the grain store. I ran back from the grain store and finally found you."

"Thank you for taking the trip, big brother. I'll go right away." Lu Linlang guessed that the county magistrate must have come for the konjac recipe, so she didn't waste any words and took a car directly to the county government office.

In the county government office, the county magistrate, the county clerk, and the chief clerk were all waiting. When they saw Lu Linlang come in, the county magistrate smiled warmly.

"Is it possible that I have disturbed Miss Lu's plans? I heard that this poisonous thing here can actually be made non-toxic and even satisfy one's hunger. I was so excited that I couldn't wait until tomorrow and invited Miss Lu here without permission.

I'm afraid the young lady has also heard about the situation at court. We, small county magistrates in remote areas, really can't do much. We see the people suffering, and we have no idea what to do. The young lady has found a kind of food, which is tantamount to saving the people's lives. I really can't wait, so I ask the young lady to teach me and give the people of Chongshui County another way out."

"Since you are wholeheartedly serving the people, how could I dare delay? I had already written down the prescription before coming here. Chongshui is also my hometown and where I will settle down in the future. Although it is not as prosperous as Jiangnan, living here is very refreshing. I don't want the people to suffer, so I can only do my best to help."

Lu Linlang presented the prepared recipe, and the county magistrate immediately took a look at it. He was surprised to learn that the method to remove the toxins from konjac was so simple, but no one had figured it out for so many years. He was really moved that everything in this world really has its own nemesis.

"Miss Lu is truly as the people say, with a heart of righteousness. I would like to thank Miss Lu on behalf of the people. I will inform the village heads of each village about this recipe tomorrow."

"Master, please make the arrangements. If you need any assistance, please send someone to Xishan Village to inform my daughter."

"Oh, Miss Lu, there's something I need to discuss. October 1st is coming up soon, a big day in Chongshui. I'll be inviting the officials and gentry of Chongshui to personally go to the Chongshui River to offer sacrifices and pray for good weather and prosperity for the people in the coming year. If you're free, Miss Lu, you can bring your brothers and sisters to attend. I'll also have someone take you to meet the local gentry."

"Thank you very much for your support, sir. I am very grateful." This means that she wants to expand Lu Linlang's network of contacts.

"I heard that Mr. Yun is planning to open a school in Xishan Village to teach students?" The county magistrate turned to Yun Yi who was standing aside.

"Sir, this matter was initiated by my sister and the clan leader. Back then, my uncle received a favor from the village, and the clan bought sacrificial land to prepare for the enlightenment of the clan members. I am now simply inheriting my uncle's last wish and will focus on teaching the clan members and helping them learn knowledge."

"What a well-read and sensible person, Miss Lu. Your Xishan Village is truly blessed with outstanding people and beautiful scenery. Yun Xiucai's actions have also contributed to Chongshui's education. Do a good job."

"Thank you for your encouragement, sir. I will give my all and do my best."

"I heard that Young Master Lu is a man of both literary and martial talents. He is indeed a hero in his youth." The county magistrate was also a master of keeping things balanced. He also praised Lu Zhan who was standing next to him. He was the one with the highest status among them, but unfortunately he was still a child and had not yet demonstrated his talents, so he could only be praised in this aspect.

"Thank you for your kindness, sir. Compared with my sister and cousin, I am still far behind." Lu Zhan was embarrassed to accept the compliment. He just liked martial arts and could not be called a man of all trades. He knew his limitations.