Traveling through the busy farmland of a peasant girl

At the first light of the next morning, the news spread like a swift wind, quickly passing through every corner of the Shen family's old house and Shen Li's second grandfather's house.

When everyone learned that Shen Li was conferred the title of Xiangjun, they all rushed over like a swarm of bees.

For a moment, the Shen family courtyard was bustling with people, and outside the courtyard was also filled with curious villagers who were looking around and whispering to each other.

"Have you heard? The eight-year-old daughter of the Shen family has been named a village lady. This is a huge event in our village!"

"How was it granted? The Shen family is just an ordinary family, how could they have such a great blessing?"

The important figures of the Shen family will naturally not miss the subsequent developments of this family event.

Shen Li's grandfather, Shen Zhenxi, is just over forty years old. Although his face is marked by the years and farm work, he still reveals a sense of determination and simplicity.

He was wearing coarse cloth clothes that were washed to a pale color. He strode into the Shen family yard. His steady steps seemed to carry endless responsibility for the family.

Shen Zhenshan, Shen Li's second grandfather, was standing beside him. He was a little plump and dressed like a farmer. Years of hard work had left his hands covered with calluses, but his eyes were full of concern and enthusiasm for family affairs.

Although these two families came here to escape famine and made a living by farming, the Shen family has always been very united.

Now that Shen Li has been conferred the title of Lady of Fuxi Township, it is undoubtedly a glorious event for the entire Shen family, and everyone naturally attaches great importance to it.

The three young men of the Shen Zhenshan family are: Shen Shaoping, 24, who has been helping in the fields for many years. His skin is tanned, but he is in good shape;

Shen Shaoan, 22, often does odd jobs with the village craftsmen, with a touch of intelligence and gentleness between his eyebrows;

Shen Shaoning is 20 years old. Although he also works as a farmer, he can't hide his cleverness and his eyes are bright and lively.

Shen Li looked at them and sighed inwardly. Although the men of the Shen family were of ordinary status, they each had their own unique qualities.

Everyone gathered together, the atmosphere in the room was warm and noisy, and everyone started to ask about the details of Shen Li being named a county lord.

Shen Li's grandmother, Liu, sat nearby, grinning from ear to ear, muttering, "Our Li'er has been exceptionally intelligent since she was young. This blessing is a gift from heaven."

Second uncle Shen Shaonan was a cheerful man. He laughed heartily and said, "Li'er is a very capable girl. Our Shen family has a local lady. Let's see who dares to look down on us in the future!

I've always said that Li'er has been smart since she was little and will definitely become a great person in the future."

Third Uncle Shen Shaoxi spoke slowly with a scholarly elegance, "This is a great joy for our Shen family. Li'er has received this honor, so she must be both virtuous and talented.

We must inquire about the details of this matter in detail so that we can inspire other children in the family in the future."

At this time, Shen Li's father, Shen Shaodong, coughed lightly, and everyone's eyes turned to him.

Shen Shaodong spoke slowly, with a hint of pride on his face: "Everyone, Li'er was able to receive this title because her master who lived in seclusion in the mountains left behind high-yield grain seeds.

Li'er wanted to benefit the neighbors, and I also felt that this was a good opportunity. Before Li'er and the county magistrate, Lord Bai Jin, went to the capital to offer grain seeds, I persuaded the old house and my second brother's family to harvest the grain and plant the seeds in advance.

Now it seems that the effect of this grain is significant and the yield is far higher than before.

County Magistrate Baijin always cared about the people, so when he saw this grain, he naturally attached great importance to it.

He personally inspected the area and, after numerous tests, confirmed the quality of the grain.

Li'er's act of offering seeds was also regarded as a great merit by the adults, so they petitioned the court to confer the title of Fuxi Xiangjun on Li'er.

When Shen Zhenshan heard this, he was filled with amazement and couldn't help but sigh: "Li'er, this girl, actually has such a great opportunity and good deeds, it is really a blessing for my Shen family.

If this high-yield grain variety can be promoted, our Shen family’s prestige in the village will be even greater, and it will benefit our neighbors even more.

When you, Shaodong, suggested harvesting the crops early and switching to new crops, I had my doubts, but I trusted your vision. Now I can finally see the magic of this crop."

Shen Shaonan stood up excitedly and said loudly: "Li'er did a good job! Dad and big brother are far-sighted! Such a good thing not only brings honor to our family, but also brings great fortune to our entire village!

I know that the children of our Shen family are all good. "

Shen Shaoxi nodded slightly, thinking to himself: "Li'er's action is not only kind and righteous, but also far-sighted.

This grain issue is related to the fundamental livelihood of the people. If she can realize this, she will surely accomplish more great things in this world in the future.

The study materials Li'er provided are also very valuable. I need to learn more from her and contribute more to the family."

The villagers outside the yard were still talking.

"So, the eldest daughter of the Shen family was granted the title of Xiangjun because she donated high-yield grain seeds. This is truly a great deed for our people."

"Yes, I heard that her father even asked the Shen family to plant the new grain in advance. With that high-yield grain in the future, we don't have to worry about not having enough food. The eldest daughter of the Shen family is really kind-hearted."

As he was speaking, Shen Li came out of the house skipping and jumping.

She was wearing a pink blouse and her hair was combed into two buns, one small bun on each side, which swayed playfully as she moved. Her round face was rosy and her big eyes were full of innocence and liveliness.

Shen Li said crisply: "Grandpa, Dad, this is a really good idea.

I have another idea. Few of our Shen family's children can read and count these days. I want to use my reward to build a Shen's school so that all the children in our family can go to school and no longer be blind. This way, our Shen family will surely produce many talented people in the future, and we won't have to suffer as much as we did when we were fleeing famine."

Shen Zhenxi looked at Shen Li with his eyes full of satisfaction and praise: "Li'er, you have such a broad mind and insight, you are worthy of being the pride of my Shen family!

If this school can be built, the Shen family will have a bright future."

Shen Shaonan slapped his thigh and cheered loudly: "Li'er, this is a great idea! Our Shen family should have more educated children, so that they can stand tall in this area in the future."

Shen Shaoxi nodded slightly and praised, "Li'er's move is very far-sighted and will greatly benefit the long-term development of the family. I am willing to contribute to the establishment of this school and teach the children to read and write."

For a time, the Shen family's courtyard was filled with longing and expectation for the future. All family members were excited, and their cohesion became stronger in the discussion of future plans.

Inside the Shen family's house, everyone gathered together and were drinking tea after discussing the construction of the ancestral hall.

Shen Li took out the gifts that she had carefully purchased in the capital one by one and prepared to distribute them to everyone in the family.

Shen Li first walked up to Grandpa Shen Zhenxi, handed him a piece of exquisite silk with both hands, and said with a smile: "Grandpa, this is for you. This silk material is very good, and it feels very smooth. It will definitely be very comfortable to make clothes into."

Shen Zhenxi took it, his face full of satisfaction. He gently stroked the silk and said, "Li'er, you are always thinking about grandpa. Things in the capital are different. Grandpa is very happy."

Then, Shen Li picked up another box of tea and walked towards Second Grandpa Shen Zhenshan: "Second Grandpa, this tea is a famous fragrant tea in the capital. You like to drink tea on weekdays, try this."

Shen Zhenshan opened the box and smelled it, her eyes lighting up: "Oh, this tea has a rich aroma, Li'er is thoughtful. But you, little girl, you spend so much money on things when you go out, don't waste it like this again."

The gift for Grandma Liu was a pair of exquisite silver bracelets. Shen Li helped her put them on and said, "Grandma, this bracelet really suits you. It will definitely look good on you." Grandma Liu smiled from ear to ear, but she kept muttering, "Li'er, how much did this cost you? We are a country family, so why would we need such expensive things? You are such a willful child."

Second Uncle Shen Shaonan received an exquisite dagger. He played with it excitedly and exclaimed, "Li'er, this dagger is amazing! I just love things like this. You really understand me. But don't spend so much next time. We have to live a frugal life."

Third Uncle Shen Shaoxi received a set of precious "School Treasures". He carefully examined it and exclaimed, "Li'er, these "School Treasures" are truly rare. I will definitely use them well. But I'm really distressed by your spending. You're still young, so you should learn to be frugal."

Everyone sat together, admiring each other's gifts and discussing the exquisiteness and extraordinaryness of the items in the capital.

After a while, everyone declined Shen Shaodong's invitation to stay for dinner and left happily with a bunch of gifts in their arms.

Shen Zhenxi walked last, and did not forget to turn around and remind Shen Li: "Li'er, don't be so extravagant in the future. Although our Shen family is doing better now, we must not forget our roots."

Shen Li nodded obediently, and her heart was filled with warmth as she watched her family members leave.