The Daily Life of a Rich Peasant's Boy in the Imperial Examination

Sun Shan arranged for Sun Dingnan to find a place near the forest to compost the bird droppings, and also arranged for people to guard the place.

They are not worried about the bird droppings being stolen, but they are afraid that someone with extra hands will cause their experiment to be abandoned halfway, so it must be kept under close supervision.

Of course, confidentiality is not really necessary. It doesn’t matter even if everyone sees how you ferment the fertilizer.

Guano is used as fertilizer. The most important thing is the guano, not the method.

Without raw materials, knowing how to make compost is useless.

The first step Sun Shan took when he returned to Yuanlu was to firmly grasp the mountain behind Da Niao Village in his hands and not let anyone touch it.

After giving Sun Dingnan instructions and eating the pork rib soup prepared by Nanny Wang, he went to his room to sleep for a while and then went to work at the "County Magistrate's Office".

Speaking of Sun Shan’s exclusive office, it is quite large. It is an empty room with windows on all sides, so the lighting is very good.

And the whole office, no, I should say the whole government office is quite new.

This is thanks to the previous person who spent a huge amount of money to renovate the yamen, and he, the latecomer, can enjoy it.

Sun Shan was leisurely reading official documents. In fact, he was the boss and all the work was done by his subordinates. He only needed to grasp the overall situation.

But when he first reported in, Sun Shan was afraid that there was something wrong with the documents made by his younger brothers and that they were setting a trap for him, so he had to check them carefully just in case.

Gui Ge'er is now not only a servant but also a secretary. In a side room adjacent to the county magistrate's office, he is leisurely reading a storybook and taking a sip of tea from time to time.

If conditions permit, I might even eat some melon seeds.

Sun Shan was tired of reading the documents, so he stood up and rubbed his eyes, hoping to see some green plants to heal his tired and cloudy eyes.

We have to thank the previous county magistrate again, who placed a lot of bonsai in the county government office, allowing Sun Shan, the latecomer, to profit again.

Sun Shan stood up and walked around, stopping and starting, stretching himself a little, relaxing. He casually glanced at Gui Ge'er in the side room: she was holding a storybook in one hand and covering her mouth with the other, trying not to laugh.

Emma, ​​Gui Ge'er has it much easier than him, and I can't help but feel vaguely envious.

Sun Shan felt like an ox or a horse carrying a heavy load, carrying Gui Ge'er, Sun Bomin, Su, Yun Jie'er, Xiaoxiao...

I don’t know whether the relatives who stayed in their hometown were happy or not, but Gui Ge’er looked very happy.

There is no such thing as a peaceful life. It's just that someone is carrying the burden for you.

Sun Shan is responsible for carrying the heavy burden and moving forward, while Gui Ge'er is responsible for a peaceful life!

Damn it, this is so unfair.

Suddenly I felt that I had been working like a slave without realizing it, amidst all the praises.

Sun Shan shook his head, ignored Gui Ge'er, walked out of the room, paced back and forth, and looked at the green trees not far away. His mood improved a lot.

Just as he was about to return to his work, Gui Ge'er hurried over and asked curiously, "Brother Shan, when did you come out? Have you finished your work?"

Sun Shan: ...

Go to NM's cattle and horses!

Gui Ge'er asked again innocently, "Brother Shan, do today's work today, don't be lazy. We just got here, we have to act diligent and spread our good reputation."

Sun Shan: ...

Not wanting to talk, he waved his hand, walked silently into the office, and continued to work like a slave.

Gui Ge'er very considerately poured tea and water for Sun Shan, then said, "Brother Shan, I'm in the side room. If you need anything, just call me. I'll go back first and not disturb you while you work."

Sun Shan: ...

Good for you, Brother Gui, life is so refreshing!

Sun Shan looked at the documents piled up like a small building, and had no choice but to pick up one and continue looking through it.

It’s not that he wants to be diligent, but he has a strong sense of professionalism and has to work diligently and hard.

I lowered my head and raised it again, and night fell.

While the afterglow was still there, people hurried to eat in the backyard of Yuanlu County Government Office.

It would be such a waste if we eat by lamplight, so every penny saved counts.

Except for the master and the lawyer, no one else can use lights at will.

Because there were no young and beautiful women in the entire inner courtyard, there was no need to be shy and everyone sat in the courtyard to eat.

Nanny Wang and the lawyer's wife, Xia, sat at one table; Sun Shan, the lawyer, and Wang Jiaxing sat at one table; and the rest of the family members sat at another table.

As for the injured housekeeper Wang, he was lying on a lounge chair in the yard admiring the sunset. Because patients needed light meals, housekeeper Wang had his own meal and had already been fed by Nanny Wang.

Sun Shan picked up his chopsticks first, and the younger brothers behind him started immediately.

Today, Aunt Wang stewed another 6-8 chicken soup with Codonopsis and Astragalus.

Of course, this was enjoyed exclusively by Sun Shan, his master, and Wang Jiaxing, while the rest of the family members only had egg and wolfberry soup.

Wang Jiaxing took a sip of the chicken soup and thought it tasted just average, but he didn't dare to complain. He then took another bite of the dish without any chili and felt extremely satisfied.

He ate his meal listlessly, as if eating was a task to be completed.

His eyes rolled around, and after taking a bite of his food, he said, "Master Sun, are all the dishes there so bland?"

Sun Shan nodded: "It's good to eat light food. It's good for your health."

Wang Jiaxing took advantage of the situation and said, "It's good, but it's not suitable for me."

After a pause, he continued, "Master Sun, I'll go back tomorrow morning and bring back some hot sauce to mix with my rice. My mother's hot sauce is my favorite."

Wang Jiaxing met his uncle in the morning and studied all day, but he couldn't get out of the study. He couldn't find anyone to inform him of the news.

This won't work. I must tell everyone the information I've learned. If I don't, it can't even be called intelligence.

Seeing such a light meal, I made an excuse to go back.

Sun Shan nodded in understanding and said, "You people from Huguang do like spicy food, I understand. I wanted to make some spicy dishes for you, but unfortunately Madam doesn't know how to cook."

Wang Jiaxing's eyes moved faster, and he said with a smile, "Master Sun, I understand. Nanny doesn't eat spicy food, so how can she cook spicy dishes? Haha, I'll ask for leave early tomorrow morning and go home to bring back some hot sauce. Master Sun, I'll go back early and get the things and come back soon. I won't delay my studies."

Sun Shan waved his hand, smiled gently, and said cheerfully, "You don't have to go back. I've arranged for someone to come to your house this afternoon to pack up everything you need. Your parents will bring it over tomorrow morning. That includes your favorite chili sauce, of course. Just focus on your studies at the yamen. Don't worry about anything else."

Wang Jiaxing: ....

His face fell, and he stammered, "Master Sun, I'd better go back. My family may not know what I want, so it's best if I go back and pack it myself."

Sun Shan waved his hand again and said, "If you need anything, just ask your family to bring it over. It's only a few steps away, very convenient." Time and time again, after going out, I kept thinking about going out.

So you should stay in the government office, study hard, and prepare for the college entrance examination in August.

Studying hard for two or three months in the government office might have taught you more than you would have learned in three years at the county school. The distinction between a student and a scholar is a threshold; once you cross it, your status is completely different.

Your current knowledge is still very limited to pass the examination for the scholar. Staying here at the yamen and making good use of my notes and papers will greatly improve your chances of passing the examination. Others would only dream of such an opportunity, so you must cherish it."