[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-abandoned-woman-busy-farming":3,"chapter-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-405":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},537670,790,"Chapter 405 - 405 405 Rescuing People Regardless of Past Resentments","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-405",405,"\u003Cp>Chapter 405: Chapter 405: Rescuing People Regardless of Past Resentments Chapter 405: Chapter 405: Rescuing People Regardless of Past Resentments Bai Ruozhu saw Du Zhongshu looking particularly happy, and she was quite puzzled but did not think too much of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She merely assumed that Du Zhongshu was hospitable, or perhaps he found it interesting to travel with her second brother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, within the backyard of the County Government Office, the deputy examiner was discussing matters with the Royal Commissioner, the main examiner, while Li Shunsheng was standing by awaiting instructions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sir, while it’s true that Bai Zepei is indeed a scholar of considerable ability, far surpassing the second-place candidate, his uncle was involved in a grave cheating scandal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Would it not be inappropriate to recommend him as the top candidate?” asked the deputy examiner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Li was taken aback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wondered about the deputy examiner’s motives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had Bai Zepei offended him in some way?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pondering for a moment, the Royal Commissioner replied, “His skills are indeed exceptional.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be a shame for him to be implicated because of others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Frankly, I have developed an appreciation for his talent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deputy examiner’s expression shifted slightly before he responded, “It was merely a suggestion on my part.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ultimately, the decision is up to you, Sir.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your point isn’t without merit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ll consider it,” the Royal Commissioner concluded and excused himself, postponing the decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Shunsheng quietly worried for Bai Zepei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the difference between the first and second place might seem insignificant, the top position in these exams held great prestige.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the plagiarism scandal and subsequent rumors, only by once again ranking first could Bai Zepei truly dispel the gossip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he had to be careful about advocating for Zepei, lest it backfired.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given the known close relationship between the two, his pleas could potentially provoke the Royal Commissioner’s resentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The day of the results announcement arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai’s family accompanied Bai Zepei to check the results, even delaying opening their stall, causing Bai Zepei to feel slightly embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Look, look, the results are out!” A government official posted the list, and Bai Zehao-called out excitedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hurry, let’s check,” said Lin Ping’er nervously, her clenched hands trembling slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, as people rushed towards the results, Bai’s family was pushed back and unable to see the words on the notice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone was extremely anxious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu stood on her toes and squinted at the notice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment, she called out, “I can see it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My second brother is the top candidate again!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“From this far away, can you really see clearly?” Lin Ping’er asked uncertainly, worried that the scandal involving Bai Yibo had affected Zepei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I didn’t misread, let’s go back home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The official document will arrive shortly.” Bai Ruozhu, clearly in high spirits, pulled her second brother away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Continuing to stand here would be a waste of time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A commotion broke out among the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone shouted, “Someone has fainted!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone, stop crowding and be careful not to step on him!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Possibly afraid of causing trouble, those crowding to see the notice began to spread out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Lin Ping’er did not want to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pulled Bai Ruozhu’s hand and said, “Let’s go and take a look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mother also wants to see the big red announcement, she missed it last time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Okay, hearing about it and seeing it herself were two different experiences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu only found empathy for this situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the family reached the notice, Lin Ping’er finally saw Bai Zepei’s name on the list, tears of joy welling up in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu turned to look at the person who had fainted, and let out an involuntary gasp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of her family also looked over, only to realise it was none other than Zeng Shusheng, who had splashed them with black dog blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s that young man who threw dog blood at Zepei last time, seems like he didn’t make it on the list.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Served him right!” crowed Bai Zehao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu frowned, “He did not just faint.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He has heart disease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he’s not treated in time, he could die suddenly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others were taken aback upon hearing this — they hadn’t known about his disease, and felt fortunate Zeng Shusheng hadn’t fallen ill when they’d fought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Good-hearted as always, Lin Ping’er asked, “Ruozhu, can you save him?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu nodded, “I have the same intention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though his actions were despicable, we did punish him then, so it’s as if he had already learned his lesson.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let my sister go and rescue him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We’ve already taught him a lesson, so we’re even.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s not good to stand idly by while someone’s in danger,” said Bai Zepei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright,” Bai Ruozhu said, quickly walking over to Zeng Shusheng’s side with her family members following closely behind to create a shield around her from the onlookers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please step back!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’s having a heart attack and needs immediate treatment!” Bai Ruozhu shouted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing the words “heart disease”, the onlookers retreated, giving Bai Ruozhu a wide berth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She promptly opened Zeng Shusheng’s collar and began to treat him with acupuncture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, Zeng Shusheng’s breathing stabilized, and he slowly opened his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>why is it you guys?” he asked, startled to see Bai Ruozhu and Bai Zepei upon regaining consciousness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu was in the process of removing her silver needles and, somewhat irritated, she said, “Don’t move around so much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you break my needle, you’ll have to pay for it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeng Shusheng saw the needles in his chest only after lowering his head and got so scared that he stopped moving immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, his expressions changed continually, as if he was figuring out what had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, someone from the crowd called out, “Isn’t that Bai Zepei, the top candidate?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s his family members who are saving him!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hey, wasn’t it him who splashed black dog blood on Bai Zepei during the examination day?” Someone else recognized Zeng Shusheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Indeed, true to the top scholar’s reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was even willing to save the man who once wronged him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What high moral character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m truly in awe,” another person in the crowd said, gesturing towards Bai Zepei to express his admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, others started to praise Bai Zepei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped forward, returned the salute, and with great humility responded, “I appreciate your overwhelming praise and kind words, but the credit for saving the man goes to my younger sister.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be inappropriate for me to accept your compliments.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing his words, the crowd’s gaze filled with even more respect towards Bai Ruozhu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His humble response further solidified his image of humility and propriety.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By this time, Bai Ruozhu had removed all of her silver needles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at Zeng Shusheng coldly and said, “You suffer from heart disease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You should visit the Fushou Hall and get a doctor to prescribe some medicine for you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This illness can only be managed by taking proper care of your health and emotions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You must not let your emotions fluctuate too severely.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeng Shusheng, who had previously seen a doctor and knew about his heart disease, was unable to utter a single word in response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt cold all over when he thought about what had just happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the time he recovered, Bai’s family was already far away, and he hadn’t even had a chance to thank them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This small incident passed by quickly, and the Bai family just reached home when the official document announcing Bai Zepei as the top candidate arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie was incredibly pleased, as if he himself had topped the exams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately decided to throw a celebratory feast at the East Courtyard during lunch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The very next morning, as Bai Ruozhu got up and ready, there was a knock at the door — the carriage arranged by Du Zhongshu had arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Ping’er hurried to open the door and joyfully said, “Master Du, please come in and have a seat…” But before she could finish her sentence, her complexion changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—-\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I want to thank my Book Friends ‘Safeguarding Our Peace’, ‘Fairytale’, ‘Meng’, ‘Golden Pup Tea Oil’, ‘A Scorpion with a Simple Face and Poisonous Heart’, ‘Pass’, ‘『if…』’, ‘Bright and Colorful’, ‘User…’, and ‘Elly’ for your rewards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Much gratitude for your unwavering support, I, Mouka, bow in appreciation~\u003C\u002Fp>",1394,"2026-05-30T14:08:51.305Z","2026-06-01T04:31:25.023Z",1,"novelbin.me","16df60dd9907ffbe9f70422d475347c1e8ba402391b2b4e32b9a4d817372ce84","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-406","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-404",2707,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fabandoned-woman-busy-farming-cover.jpg"]