[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home":3,"chapter-springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1685":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home",{"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},1134353,1463,"Chapter 1685","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1685",1685,"\u003Cp>Chapter 1685: Reject Chapter 1685: Reject Editor: Henyee Translations Deputy Prefect Guan remarked, “You can’t overlook this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being young and unfamiliar with local governance, you might not realize the unique dynamics of officials here compared to those in the capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lord, officials in this region heavily rely on the lower-ranking officers to execute tasks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you proceed without proper explanation, won’t it disillusion everyone?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the future, it might pose significant challenges…” “Lord, it’s wise to reconsider your decision!” Shao Yunduan sneered, questioning, “Deputy Prefect, are you offering advice or issuing a threat?” Deputy Prefect Guan chuckled, “It’s advice out of goodwill, of course.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, I’m your assistant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If there’s anything you’re uncertain about, it’s my duty to remind you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s how collaboration works.” “Thank you for your well-intentioned advice, Deputy Prefect Guan,” Shao Yunduan replied with a half-smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I won’t yield to subordinates with malicious intent who defy my orders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They have chosen their path, and they must face the consequences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anyone dares to cause trouble, let them try!” Deputy Prefect Guan’s expression soured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suppressing his anger, he forced a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Since you’ve made up your mind, I have nothing more to say.” Shao Yunduan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You may leave.” Holding back his frustration, Deputy Prefect Guan respectfully cupped his hands and exited, his face dark with displeasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Yunduan issued an announcement, directing late officers to take over the responsibilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those arriving within two days would receive two months’ salary, while those delayed beyond that period would forfeit the bonus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simultaneously, recruitment notices were posted throughout the process.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shao Yunduan expanded the team by including Sun Bai, Sun Qian, Zheng Sangge, Wu Guan, Yang Mu, and seven or eight of Sun Bai and Sun Qian’s subordinates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Bai, Sun Qian, and Zheng Sangge were designated as constables, and Hang Xingshan, a constable, received a promotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four of them assumed leadership roles, each bringing a few constables to carry out the tasks assigned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed like they had stirred up a hornet’s nest this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only were the bailiffs below agitated, but Constable Ding and Constable Yu were also visibly concerned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some sneaked around, while others made no attempt to conceal their unease, rushing to the back of the government office to seek Deputy Prefect Guan for guidance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deputy Prefect Guan felt overwhelmed, his thoughts in disarray, exhausted from managing the situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn’t anticipated Shao Yunduan’s swift actions, leaving no room for maneuvering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he remained skeptical that Shao Yunduan would actually terminate so many positions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t be hasty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Go back and wait patiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Lord Prefect is bluffing!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just observe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He won’t endure for long.” “Don’t fret; I won’t abandon you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The law doesn’t punish the masses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t bow your heads now; otherwise, all your efforts will be in vain.” “Let’s give it two more days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just these two days!” “Recruit?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hah, if he can’t find anyone, who else can he employ?” “Isn’t it simple?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You’ve served as bailiffs for so long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t you know if the office can attract recruits?” The words of Deputy Prefect Guan provided a sudden realization to everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With sneers and newfound confidence, they departed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, Deputy Prefect Guan’s assurance instilled confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed implausible that he would deceive such a large group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, many were beginning to regret their involvement secretly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not all of these troublemakers were Deputy Prefect Guan’s trusted aides.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bribing individuals to be confidants required considerable effort and money, and these bailiffs were not in a position to demand such resources.\u003C\u002Fp>",587,"2026-06-03T12:01:10.139Z","2026-06-03T12:01:10.533Z",1,"novelbin.me","a35c2781b5c3b450b3fb46337c223213e3a36a2711f1be0b93f045c259a86a09","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1686","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1684",2438,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fspringtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-cover.jpg"]