[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-abandoned-woman-busy-farming":3,"chapter-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-16":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Abandoned Woman Busy Farming",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},537381,790,"Chapter 16 - 16 016 The Goal is to Have No Tooth Decay","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-16",16,"\u003Cp>Chapter 16: Chapter 016: The Goal is to Have No Tooth Decay Chapter 16: Chapter 016: The Goal is to Have No Tooth Decay Just as she was about to catch the fish, the baby in her belly kicked her again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, it felt more like it was dancing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu couldn’t help but smile, “Little one, you’re a foodie too, aren’t you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Craving for some fish?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The baby moved again, as if responding, or perhaps protesting against the term “foodie”.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Bai Ruozhu returned home, Lin Ping had finished discussion with Bai Yihong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was feeding pigs in the yard and visibly relieved upon seeing Ruozhu, but chided her, “Next time you want to buy something, let me do it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t tire yourself out.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mom, I’m not that fragile!” Bai Ruozhu answered in a coquettish tone, “Look at what I bought!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lifted up the Fathead fish and laughed, “Tonight, I’ll make Fish Head Tofu Soup for everyone!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I promise it’ll be delicious!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that the fish was quite large, Bai Yihong hurriedly took it from her, fearing that it would tire her out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wow, where did you get this big fish?” Lin Ping asked in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I saw a fishmonger selling some from a donkey cart at the entrance of our village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gave me a discount.” Bai Ruozhu stuck out her tongue discreetly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was stressful having to lie about using items from her space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Eating fish is good for health.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You and the baby could use some nourishment.” Saying this, Bai Yihong walked towards the well in the backyard, “I’ll clean the fish.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After receiving the cleaned fish, Bai Ruozhu made Fish Head Tofu Soup and minced the rest of the fish to create tasty Fish Balls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She added some to the soup and also served Sweet and Sour Fish Balls with green veggies and cucumber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The delicious smell of her cooking made the others’ mouths water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Ping couldn’t help but comment, “I had no idea Ruozhu was such a good cook!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Yihong couldn’t help laughing, “You always called Ruozhu your darling and didn’t let her into the kitchen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she’s quick to learn when she follows me!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Bai Yihong’s smug face, Lin Ping couldn’t help but laugh, “Don’t be too ready to take credit for yourself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Bai Ruozhu walked over, looped her arms around both her parents and laughed, “From dad I learned how to learn quickly, and from mom I got nimble hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How lucky am I, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Bai Yihong and Lin Ping burst out laughing and Lin Ping playfully tugged Ruozhu’s hair, “Now even you’re boasting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had a hearty meal and the entire family was beaming, seeming more lively and full of energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Six days passed in a blink and Bai Ruozhu successfully made toothpaste.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although it wasn’t the proud formula from her past life, it was still quite rare for her current era.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, she had limited materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The toothpaste she made was blackish-brown and didn’t look very appealing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ruozhu, you’re saying this thing can clean teeth?” Bai Zehao asked disbelievingly when Ruozhu recommended the toothpaste to the family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You spent these days mixing medications just for tooth brushing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why didn’t you just use tooth powder, medicine is expensive.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Zehao sounded pained but Bai Ruozhu just smiled and said, “It yields a large volume so the cost isn’t too high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plus, the effect is far superior to tooth powder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just dip a handkerchief in it and rub it on your teeth like I do.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she spoke, she picked up a handkerchief and demonstrated how to brush teeth with the brownish paste.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After showing them how to rinse, the whole family joined in doing the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Does this thing reduce swelling and pain?” Bai Zepei asked suddenly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had become taciturn of late, studying intently in his room and speaking little, even during family meetings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu nodded, “Yes, it’s effective for mouth ulcers and bleeding gums.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With regular use, not only will it whiten teeth, but it also prevents cavities and other oral issues.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While making toothpaste, Bai Ruozhu often joked to herself: in this era, the ultimate goal was to avoid cavities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Zepei nodded wordlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu then turned to him and asked, “Second brother, do you have mouth ulcers?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m a bit inflamed but it’s getting better.” Bai Zepei’s demeanor was somewhat awkward, his expression rigid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder he spoke less recently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mouth discomfort worried him that the family would become worried.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zepei, studying hard is good but do not tire yourself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Do your best is enough,” Bai Yihong suddenly spoke up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu appreciated this quality in her father.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn’t like those fathers who always stressed the importance of education and demanded their children become scholars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The phrase “do your best” indicated that he cared more about Bai Zepei’s well-being.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, Second Brother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You should brush with this toothpaste every morning and evening for better performance at the examination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There’s plenty more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it doesn’t get used, it’ll just spoil, so don’t hold back,” Ruozhu said while handing a box of toothpaste to Bai Zepei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ok, sure.” Bai Zepei responded curtly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mouth barely moved and Bai Ruozhu deduced that his mouth ulcers were severe, thus making speech uncomfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m going to make some Green Bean Soup for you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It will help to reduce the inflammation,” Lin Ping said worriedly before rushing off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later that evening, when the family discussed the toothpaste again, they all agreed that using it left their mouths feeling cool and refreshed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, they didn’t expect their teeth to become immediately white after just one use, but they all deeply supported Bai Ruozhu’s “invention”.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Bai Ruozhu wanted to visit the town to try selling her toothpaste in the pharmacy and to buy a few things for the baby in her belly, Lin Ping said, “I was planning to go to the town to buy some things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Let’s go together tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your big brother can guard us.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu chuckled and covered her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew that by “things”, Lin Ping meant Bai Yihong’s betrothal presents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, it was only fitting for him to accompany them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even serious Bai Zehao blushed and emitted embarrassed laughter at the mention of marriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The following day, the ladies again went to the town together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To save time, Bai Ruozhu suggested that they split up: Bai Zehao would accompany Lin Ping shopping, while Bai Ruozhu would visit the pharmacy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Lin Ping immediately objected, “I want your big brother to accompany you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What I’m buying isn’t that heavy, I can carry it myself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu didn’t want her big brother around because it would be inconvenient for her to discuss business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She quickly said, “How about you two drop me off at the pharmacy and then go shopping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You can pick me up at the pharmacy when you’re done.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I promise I won’t wander off.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Ping thought it was a good idea and agreed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, Bai Zehao and Lin Ping dropped Bai Ruozhu off at Du’s Pharmacy before heading off to the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shopkeeper remembered Bai Ruozhu and warmly welcomed her into the store when she arrived, “Mrs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai, please come in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The third young master will arrive shortly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu thanked the shopkeeper and followed him to the backyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An attendant was told to brew a cup of tea for her, but Bai Ruozhu graciously refused, “Just water is fine.”\u003C\u002Fp>",1250,"2026-05-30T14:08:51.024Z","2026-06-01T04:31:25.023Z",1,"novelbin.me","bc6ef61d04fbe3a69e79199b324d91a7105a1899e12ea520c7c31635666e5d4a","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-17","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-15",2707,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fabandoned-woman-busy-farming-cover.jpg"]