[{"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-1704":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},1134622,1463,"Chapter 1704","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1704",1704,"\u003Cp>Chapter 1704: Discussion Between the Three Families Chapter 1704: Discussion Between the Three Families Editor: Henyee Translations As a result, Old Lady Fan seethed with fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite Jia Heming’s repeated visits, she consistently taunted and ridiculed him, making him oblivious to the extent of her disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mere mention of the Prefect Lord would elicit Old Lady Fan’s fervent desire for Shao Yunduan’s misfortune.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She would then resort to tearful pleas, accompanied by generous offers of benefits to the Fan Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During such moments, she found some satisfaction in venting her anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing Old Lady Fan’s sentiments, Old Master Mei displayed contentment and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s proceed with that plan.” Old Master Huo chuckled, adding, “Since you’ve made up your mind, I naturally can’t lag behind.” In response, Old Lady Fan snorted and rolled her eyes at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She harbored a strong dislike for the cunning and selfish old man from the Huo family, who always prioritized personal gain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite being astute, he never took a step forward, always hiding behind others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regardless, the Fan family, with its strength, held no fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now that the decision’s made, let’s stand by our word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone, go back and inform your families, relatives, and friends.” Old Master Mei and Old Master Huo nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Old Lady Fan’s tone shifted, and she remarked, “The government still owes us a considerable sum of money, not to mention the interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s your stance on reclaiming it?” Old Master Huo and Old Master Mei’s hearts skipped a beat at this unexpected turn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They thought to themselves, “How ruthless!” When it came to being relentless, vengeful, and unyielding, no one dared to challenge Old Lady Fan for the top spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s proceed cautiously,” Old Master Mei advised slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Forcing the Lord of the Prefect into a corner may bring unforeseen changes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We’re all seeking wealth; there’s no need to escalate matters to that extent at the moment.” Old Master Huo nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The Mei Family’s eldest nephew is correct.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A cornered rabbit bites!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, Lord Shao is known for his temper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Stirring up trouble might not be necessary.” The idea of the government owing them money seemed appealing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This way, regardless of who assumed the role of Prefect, they would have a favor owed to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Denying such a claim was practically impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since each family wasn’t lacking in funds, treating the owed sum like a deposit in the bank seemed reasonable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Lady Fan, displeased by their opposition, sneered and remarked, “Repaying what you owe is the right thing to do.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How can you turn it into a problem?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is having a temper an excuse not to settle debts?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What a joke!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you won’t, the Fan family will reclaim the money, that’s for certain!” Old Master Mei remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Master Huo smiled without offering further comments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even more displeased, Old Lady Fan took action the next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She instructed her two sons to visit the office and demand the return of the owed 80,000 taels of silver from Lord Shao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two Old Masters of the Fan family were baffled, unable to comprehend their mother’s sudden insistence on this matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite attempting to dissuade her, Old Lady Fan remained obstinate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Helpless, the two elders sought an alternative solution and requested their daughter-in-law to approach Madam Shao first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After some consideration, Old Lady Fan eventually agreed, stating, “Fine, I’ll save some face for Lord Shao!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he has any sense, he’ll return the money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, don’t blame me for tarnishing the reputation of the Prefect’s office!” Indeed, it was embarrassing for the dignified Prefect’s office to be unable to repay a debt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such a situation would undermine Shao Yunduan’s authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he represented the Prefect’s office.\u003C\u002Fp>",624,"2026-06-03T12:01:11.743Z","2026-06-03T12:01:12.825Z",1,"novelbin.me","d08c7662d2e1aa62f6094b56cc69f410e0bc435082b12bf2558513f050641122","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1705","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1703",2438,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fspringtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-cover.jpg"]