Traveling through time and space

"There are some things that the master can no longer ask for for free. You have to pay for them." Gu Yuanyuan finally understood Yue'er's explanation. There are some things that he can no longer ask for for free. He has to pay for them. Gu Yuanyuan nodded in understanding, "Let's eat first. The master can stay for a long time today. After the meal, we can slowly look around and see if there is anything that requires money to buy.

"Master, you are not in a hurry, are you?"

"What's the rush? Let's eat first and talk about it after we're full. This space is the icing on the cake for this master. It's good to have it, but without it, this master can still live a good life. Earning money to support yourself is actually the best thing." Gu Yuanyuan was really not too anxious about this. It was obvious that Yue'er had been hungry for too long. The eight dishes were basically cleared. "Don't worry, if we're not enough, the master will make you a big feast. You're not a cow, you don't have such a big stomach."

"Master, you haven't entered the space to cook for Yue'er for five days? Anyway, the space has a fresh-keeping function, so you can just make more and store it when you have time."

"Thank you all, your family. It turns out that the master is just a cook. Next time there's something delicious, I'll just take you out to eat."

"Okay, okay, next time the master goes out, take Yue'er with you."

"Yue'er died saving the Master last time. You can only leave in your original form." Yue'er nodded. After dinner, she took her time to inspect the rooms. Some rooms were the same as before, while others couldn't be opened. There was even a conspicuous sign on the door. Wow, it was actually a computer screen. What was going on? Gu Yuanyuan was completely confused, unable to distinguish between the past and the present. She sat at the keyboard, typing. "Excuse me, why are you charging a fee?"

"The owner has been using it for free for three years. It's time to pay for it."

"Why can't it remain free forever as compensation for letting people pass through for no apparent reason?"

"Without this rule, you can only use it for free for three years, otherwise everyone will go bankrupt."

"Okay, so are all of them charged for? Why are they charged for? What defines the charges?"

"Not everything is free, because if we don't charge for some things, we're afraid the owner will be too greedy and cause panic in your society. We accept offensive weapons, such as pistols, bows and crossbows, halberds, clubs, axes, forks, daggers, hooks, lances, daggers, knives, swords, crutch, axes, whips, maces, hammers, clubs, pestles, cannons, etc."

"Stop, this master is not that violent. How much does it cost?"

"The fee is based on length. If it's less than one meter, the fee is one cent. If it's more than one meter, the fee is two cents."

Seeing this answer, Gu Yuanyuan was confused again. It was so cheap, what went wrong? Was it the other party's fault, or was it her fault? "What's wrong? Is the charge too expensive or too cheap?"

"Of course it's too expensive. Here, one penny can buy several kilograms of rice. Things are quite expensive these days," Gu Yuanyuan said. "Excuse me, is it just this attacking weapon that's being charged?"

"Yes, because if the owner asks for too much, it will be detrimental to the society you live in. If I charge, the owner will naturally be hesitant," the other party said cautiously. "Rice is so expensive. How about this? I'll make the decision and give you a favor. If the rice is too expensive for you, you can ask for rice here for ten pounds a penny if you want it in the future. But remember, it cannot be used for profit."

"Okay, don't worry, the rice will never be used for profit. This master agrees." He gritted his teeth, stamped his feet, and acted very embarrassed, but in fact he was more anxious than anyone else. There was no charge for the food, jewelry, and other sundries, and they were so cheap. If he didn't want them, he would be a fool, and he couldn't show it.

"Then sign it. Only things written in black and white will have legal effect." The other party urged Gu Yuanyuan to sign.

"Then, the contract must be clearly written. All offensive weapons, including pistols, bows and crossbows, halberds, sticks, axes, forks, halberds, hooks, lances, daggers, knives, swords, crutch, axes, whips, maces, hammers, clubs, pestles, cannons, etc., will be charged according to length. If the length is less than one meter, the charge will be one cent. If the length is more than one meter, the charge will be two cents. Ten kilograms of rice will be one cent. Write it down in black and white and sign it, and this master will sign it," Gu Yuanyuan suppressed her inner joy. The other party did not speak, but a page like this appeared. Gu Yuanyuan carefully signed her name. The requirements on the page were two names, past life and present life, Lu Yuanyuan, Gu Yuanyuan. The stone in her heart was finally put down. This contract had too many flaws. For example, the jewelry, ginseng and medicinal herbs, grain and sundries in the space were not included in the charge. How could she not be happy about this? He seldom used those pistols, bows and crossbows, halberds, sticks, axes and the like, and he didn't want to rebel, so he didn't care what they were used for. But he didn't expect that Gu Yuanyuan would slap himself in the face because of this idea in the future.

"Madame Shang, go and prepare the baptism ceremony for the Tenth Princess's child."

"Princess, are you going in person? You didn't go when the Tenth Princess got married, but you should go for the child's third birthday," Gu Yuanyuan said, enjoying her breakfast and looking through the invitations sent from the Tenth Princess's mansion. "Princess, Mammy is right. You haven't participated in any activities in the past six months. You should go and see her."

"Yes, many people in the capital are busy. What does Princess Anle look like?" They all sang in unison.

"You must be annoyed that I haven't taken you out to play for a long time. It's so cold, and there aren't many flowers or plants to enjoy outside. I'm afraid it's boring. If you have the time, you might as well sleep at home."

"Princess, it's time to go out and take a look." Several people said in unison.

"Okay, let's go to the Tenth Princess's Mansion tomorrow, and the day after tomorrow to welcome our victorious soldiers back from Qingyang."

"Princess, I heard that the army will pass by the gate of Yuezhong Building on Xiguang Road. Do you want to reserve a seat by the window for them so that they can watch from upstairs and have tea at the same time?" Rumei asked happily.

"Alright, let me know in advance and save the best seats for me. You've all worked hard with me during this time, so I'll let you have some fun. Remember, if you find anyone you like, I'll grab them and marry them."

"Princess, we servants won't marry. If anyone wants to marry, you should marry first." Dongmei dared to argue with her master.

"Madame Shang, please prepare the baptism ceremony for the Tenth Princess's baby and give her a 50% bonus. This princess will go in person, so you should give her a generous bonus." Gu Yuanyuan breathed a sigh of relief. "Dongmei, go call a few commanders over." Gu Yuanyuan returned to the small living room.

"Your subordinate greets the princess." Four people came.

"Please sit down and talk. Since you entered the mansion, the safety of the mansion has been guaranteed. This year has been peaceful. You have worked hard."

"Princess, it is the responsibility of your subordinates to protect your safety."

"Alright, Commander Liang, take them all and sit them down for a chat. Today, the princess also wants to ask you, after all this time, what are your thoughts?"

"Princess, this subordinate, at the risk of his life, wants to ask you a question."

"Commander Liang, please stand up and speak. This princess is a very easy-going person, so don't bow so often.

"I've been following the training plan the princess gave me last time for the past six months, but everyone thinks it's useless. I just want to be a palace soldier, so is it necessary to work so hard?"

"How do you know that you will always be serving as guards in the Princess's Mansion, with no place to use your skills? If your martial arts skills are superior to everyone else's, you will definitely be put to good use. The guards in the Princess's Mansion are not your long-term plan, but just a temporary resting place. This princess is training you for what I, Qingyang, want. You are all men of seventy years old, in your prime, and it is the right time to serve the country. One day, when you go to the battlefield, you will definitely be able to use your skills."

"Commander Liang, why don't you understand the princess's painstaking efforts?" Mo Yao stepped forward.

"The princess asked those people to help her take care of the crops. Why did she not tell you? I guess it was to train them."

"Deputy Commander Ma, it seems you're not convinced. Don't mention there's a reason. I've asked them to serve the land. Even if there's no reason, I still have the right to do so. Can you see what kind of people are the ones who personally grow vegetables, whether in the manor or in the mansion?"

"Princess, I have observed carefully. They all have some minor disabilities and are over 45 years old." Lu Xianghong, who had been silent, said as if he had realized something.

"Yes, one day, when they retire from the army and return to their own homes and learn how to grow vegetables, they will have a skill, and this princess can always employ them, enough for them to support their families.

"We misunderstood the princess's kindness. We were wrong. Please forgive us." The three of them squatted down and saluted again.

"Forgive me, is that all I have to say?" Gu Yuanyuan stood up and turned around. "To show your sincerity, I want to see the results of your training these days. The best six will get chicken legs and a watermelon."

"Princess, is that true? Then I'll go back and make the arrangements."

"Okay, in half an hour, this princess will go to the west courtyard to watch the battle." She walked slowly through the west courtyard, sat down, and waited to check the results.

"Your subordinates are here to see the princess," a large group of people came.

"Those who participate in the battle should be in the front, and those who watch the fun should stand behind. Don't interfere with their performance and don't express your opinions."

"Princess, how do you do it?" Liang Shang asked.

"Divide into two teams. Lü Xianghong and Ma Biao, you two will not participate. You will be responsible for arranging the members of your own teams. Each team will have twelve people. First, your teams will fight each other in pairs. Remember to stop when the time is right. Your opponents are your friends, not enemies. There is no need to fight to the death. But you must also display your strength. Don't hide or be humble. Then, each team will have six people left. They will fight two more in pairs. Finally, they will fight the other team's two-person team. Also, stop when the time is right. Do you understand the rules of this princess? You two watch out. Whoever fails to display their true strength will buy snacks and treat everyone to a meal. Everyone will have a share. Do you have any objections?" Gu Yuanyuan asked the group standing behind. "No objections, to answer the princess, we all have no objections." Everyone cheered.

"Princess, can we bet on which team will win?" A young man came forward and asked. Gu Yuanyuan seemed to remember his name. He was Feng Hong. Yes, yes, some people followed suit and cheered.

"Feng Hong, you guys are itching to play. Okay, this princess allows you to start this game, but the stakes can't be too high. The maximum cannot exceed one or two taels of silver. Dongmei, you can also participate."

"Princess, do you want me to be the referee?" Liang Shang asked with a smile.

"Yes, you and this princess will be the referees together, Commander Liang. After they have formed their own teams, who do you think will win?"

Liang Shang carefully looked at all the contestants and said confidently, "Princess, I am optimistic about Deputy Commander Ma's team. They have most of the best soldiers and generals here."

"Well, I'm betting on Vice Commander Lu to win. Commander Liang, let's have a competition. If Vice Commander Lu wins, all of you will do 100 push-ups for our team. If we lose, Vice Commander Lu and his team will do 100 push-ups. As for my punishment, I'll buy you 100 roast ducks from Yuezhonglou tomorrow."

"Princess, let's change the conditions. Yuezhonglou's roast duck only needs to be reserved half a month in advance. Besides, I will definitely not lose."

"Don't worry. Since this princess has said it, I will definitely keep it. But you must also give your all to compete. This way, you can learn from each other's strengths and overcome your weaknesses, and understand where your own shortcomings lie."