Goldfield
Chapter 123: Busy

After they returned home from the yamen, the entire Yu Family felt as if they had escaped the death of —— If Yu Hang was more unlucky, the entire Yu Family felt as if they had escaped death, then has he not also become one of the skeletons buried in the backyard of the carpentry shop?

Finally, the famous Shopkeeper Zhang was sentenced to beheading in late autumn. In addition, all his property was confiscated. After all the carpenters and apprentices in this shop were investigated and found innocent, they were all released…

Traveling from the city back to their home took over two hours. Although Steward Yao was burning with impatience, there was nothing she could do. Fortunately, the Yu Family donkey, who looked very ordinary, had a decent speed and was no slower than the Yao Family horse carriage.

However, after seeing Yu Xiaocao's pale white face and an expression that seemed a little far from vomiting due to the jostling on the wagon, Steward Yao had no choice but to ask several times if they should slow down.

“Not needed!” Yu Xiaocao took out a bag of water that he carried everywhere and drank a mouthful of mystical stone water. His stomach immediately calmed down. He continued softly, “If we had not been delayed for so long at Zhenxiu Restaurant, then we would have already reached home. In fact, we might have loaded nearly half of the carts by this time! If we are not faster, then you must return home in the dark. ”

Seeing his uncomfortable expression, Steward Yao felt touched and worried, “Nona Yu, if your family is often in and out of town, then you really need to get a better wagon wheel. However, rubber wagon wheels are not only quite expensive but also very rare. It is impossible to get a set with just money! ”

“It's hard to get a set of rubber wagon wheels?” Yu Xiaocao thought it was like his previous life, something he could buy with money. That said, rubber trees only thrive in the tropics. The city of Tanggu was in the northern part of the Great Ming Dynasty. In ancient times, traveling and sending things was not that easy.

Steward Yao nodded her head as she asked the question, “Said that the manufacture of rubber wheels is difficult, and the result is very low. All the high-ranking officials and noble people in the capital got the first chance, then the officials all over the country. As for people like my employer's family, those who had money but no power, they had to run around to buy a set. However, you need not worry too much, Miss Yu. The Zhou family were imperial merchants, and they had many relations with the nobles in the capital. Since Third Young Master Zhou promised you, he will really be able to give you a set. ”

Yu Xiaocao did not doubt the reliability of Third Young Master Zhou. However, in his heart, he felt like he owed a lot to Third Young Master.

As they spoke, the donkey cart had just slid into Dongshan Village. Under the old elm tree at the entrance of the village, there were some old villagers chatting. When they heard the sound of feet, everyone looked up.

“Yu Tua, wagon donkey your second son back.” An old man swayed as he stood up. He put a hand on his brow to look into the distance and only then did he squat back down. In a slightly envious voice, he said, “The second son of your family is quite capable, ah! After a short separation from the family, he bought a donkey cart and started a business selling things! ”

Yu's eldest brother, Yu Lichun, unhurriedly stood up and slowly replied, “You can only see the good side of things, but can you remember their difficulties? When Dahai separated from the family, he was severely injured and no one knew if he would be able to keep his feet! Dahai's wife also had a weak body and their Xiaocao had a poor constitution from birth. A few days ago, Xiaosha had been hit until she was on the verge of death! Fortunately, Dahai and Xiaosha are lucky and not yet destined to die.

Old Yu's face reddened in embarrassment under the understanding gaze of his elder brother and the implication in his words. He looked towards the horse carriage that was right behind the donkey carriage and quickly changed the subject, “I have never seen the horse carriage that was behind Dahai. I'm not sure if Dahai and his family need help right now. I have to go and see! ”

“Dad! Eldest Uncle.. ”Yu Hai had also seen them and pulled the control of the little donkey to slowly reduce the speed until they stopped at the entrance of the village.

Yu Xiaocao also sweetly greeted them, “Oldest Grandpa, Grandpa! Are you guys chatting here? ”

Yu Lichun's face sparkled with a friendly smile, “Xiaocao, are you going to town with your father? Did you go to the Tongren Medicine Hall and have Doctor Sun check it out? Your skin color is not very good.. ”.

Yu Xiaocao rubbed his bright and glowing little face and grinned, “The Oldest Grandfather, that donkey wagon drove too fast earlier, so I felt a little dizzy from being banged up and down. Don't worry, I'm fine! ”

“If you are not feeling well, you need to tell your father. Do not bear a mild illness until it becomes a serious illness! If you don't have enough money, Eldest Grandfather still has! ” Yu Lichun can't forget what happened last winter. Xiaocao's motionless vision in his father's embrace was engraved in his memory.

Yu Xiaocao felt a burst of gratitude appear in his heart, “Thank you Eldest Grandfather! Xiaocao will remember your words! ”

Old Yu glanced towards the well-dressed Steward Yao and pulled Yu Hai aside. He calmly asked, “Who is that person? What's he here for? Did you get in trouble in town? ”

Although Steward Yao was only a servant in the Yao Family, her clothes were almost the same as the other affluent families in the city. In Old Yu's eyes, he wasn't someone they could offend.

“Dad!” Yu Hai helplessly replied, “He is a servant in the Yao Family. Tomorrow is Patriarch Yao's birthday celebration, and they need to pick vegetables from my house. I am no longer a strong young man, how could I possibly make trouble haphazardly? ”

“Check vegetables? How are there any vegetables to be had this season? No one even planted vegetable seeds !! You're not trying to fool your father, are you? ” Old Yu still did not feel relieved. It was important to forgive his fear attitude, after all, it was better to be careful than to make a big mistake.

“Tua village, we're against the clock now. Is it possible to make a long story short and try to finish it? ” Servant Yao glanced at the color of the sky and a worried expression appeared on her face.

Old Yu swallowed the words he was about to say when he heard the steward's words and repeatedly nodded his head with a smile, “Of course, of course! We will not delay you any more! ”

Under Steward Yao's excited gaze, Yu Xiaocao waved at Eldest Grandfather and jumped onto the donkey wagon again. This time, the horse carriage was in front to open a path, so no one else dared to stop them anymore. However, the news quickly spread throughout the village. Everyone said that Yu Hai was very capable of establishing relations with the rich families in the city …

The horse carriage stopped in front of the gate in the old residence. Yu Hai opened the gate, raised the doorway, and brought the donkey cart into the courtyard. He did not bother to let go of the donkey before he asked Yu Hang, who was lying on the long chair sunbathing, in a loud voice, “Xiaosha, where is your mother?”

“She's in the backyard washing clothes! Dad, what's going on? ” At this point, Yu Hang notices Steward Yao, who is coming behind his father. Being careful, he somewhat wanted to stand up.

When Yu Xiaocao saw this, he hurriedly said, “Sister! Your bones are still too weak, don't move recklessly !! I'm going to go to the backyard and have Mom help us harvest vegetables! ”

Madam Liu had heard her husband's voice. He wiped his hands dripping with water, walked off the back of the field, and asked, “You're back? How about the sale of vegetables? ”

“We sold out! Keep the laundry there now and help us pick the vegetables first. Steward Yao still had to hurry back! ” A bit of excitement is expressed in Yu Hai's voice. The entire vegetable cart sold for twenty taels. If he told this story to someone else, who would believe him? His daughter is amazing. Sell vegetables at the price of meat, but there really are people who will buy them!

As soon as Steward Yao stepped into the courtyard, she was stunned by the lush green vegetable scene around her. It was a very large place and should at least consist of seven to eight plots of land. All of it was used to grow various kinds of vegetables and there was only a small piece of land left as a path.

All vegetables are at their peak, and they exhibit fertile vitality. Under the bright sunlight, the dark green leaves sparkled and flickered. Each leaf seemed to have a small life there that was budding and pulsating. This Yu family is really good at growing vegetables. Even if you do not consider the current season, their results are truly the best.

Madam Liu noticed the stranger in their courtyard and politely greeted, “You must be tired, guest. Please sit inside and drink water to quench your thirst! ”

When Steward Yao had already returned from the food market, he immediately reported to his master and then immediately went to the stables to pick up the horse carriage. He also had to wait a long time at the back door of Zhenxiu Restaurant anxiously and then rushed with the father and daughter of the Yu Family to Dongshan Village. Only now could he catch his breath. After hearing his advice, he immediately felt how dry and itchy his throat was.

However, he did not enter the building and instead sat on a large rock in front of the room. She smiled, “I don't need to go into your house, sit here, where I can sunbathe, also quite comfortable.”

Madam Liu poured a bowl of boiled water. Steward Yao stood up to pick it up and politely thanked him. He didn't even realize how rough and simple the ceramic bowl was as he finished the water in the bowl in one big gulp. Perhaps he was too thirsty, but Steward Yao thought this bowl of water was even more refreshing than the tea he had drunk before. He couldn't help but praise her a little.

A golden kitten jumped off Yu Xiaocao's shoulder and rolled his eyes at him —— ‘What a naive person! This divine stone bath water was filled with spiritual energy. Even if it is slightly diluted, it still cannot be compared to ordinary water, so of course it tastes good! ‘

Yu Hang watched as his parents and youngest sister rolled up their sleeves and busied themselves in the vegetable field. Ever since he came home, he had to watch his entire family running around the house day after day. However, he could not help them at all. However, in her heart, she explained about one thing: the most important thing she could do now was to let her body fully recover. After that, he would definitely help his family with their duties! Apart from that, he still felt impatient! Especially in times like now, he hopes with all his heart he can stand up and help them harvest vegetables.

As the small holy stone stepped gracefully, it passed through Yu Hang. It seemed to feel Yu Hang's inner turmoil and stopped for a short time. He lightly leaped up on his knees and had an expression on his face as if it was giving a huge favor to the boy. It let Yu Hang scratch it. Little divine stone in heart thought: ‘Sweak Man ah, this divine stone makes you scratch, but this is your luck. Can Appreciate it!!’

Yu Hai, his wife, and daughter, Xiaocao, were all busy busy busy in the vegetable fields. The little assistant who came was also instructed by Steward Yao to help. Despite not knowing how to harvest vegetables, he was able to help them put food into baskets or other activities that did not require much skill.

Old Yu slowly walked to the old residence and was stunned to see the courtyard filled with green vegetables. The last time he came, the entire courtyard was covered entirely with mats made of rice straw and wheat stalks. At that time he did not know what to do and asked several times but never got an answer. He never expected that under the grass mat there were vegetable shoots planted! It only took about ten days, but the vegetables were ready to be harvested?

Old Yu first went to his eldest grandson and carefully inquired about his injuries and condition. After seeing his second son's family working without rest, he also rolled up his sleeves and went into the fields to help them!

A little time passed and Xiaolian also returned from the dock. One copper coin of the Yu Family per portion of boiled food was famous in the dock! Once one of them got there, almost all the food they brought would be wasted after half an hour! The food their family cooks is not only well appreciated but also delicious beyond imagination.

Now, not only did all the port workers know about them but also the people living in the surrounding villages. If one of them had a guest coming, they would specifically go to buy a few servings. Using the boiled food of the Yu Family to serve guests was a very friendly thing to do!