[{"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-1933":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},1134901,1463,"Chapter 1933","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1933",1933,"\u003Cp>Chapter 1933: Modifying Liuhe Fort Chapter 1933: Modifying Liuhe Fort Editor: Henyee Translations Songshi even enlisted someone to dig a canal and create a stream encircling it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plans for future development included the excavation and construction of several pools for washing purposes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simultaneously, efforts were underway to explore the surrounding wasteland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Duck and chicken farms were also in the works.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following Qiao Xuan’s blueprint, four shallow ponds, each spanning about ten mu, were carved into the valley of the duck farm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A complex network of meandering ditches and waterways interconnected, while various aquatic plants were transplanted during the onset of spring to serve as breeding grounds for the ducks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bustling activity painted a vibrant scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over 600 individuals were engaged in various tasks, effectively absorbing surplus labor from nearby villages and towns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Songshi, Liu Fu, and Yang Mu tirelessly oversaw operations day in and day out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite having a few capable assistant stewards, decisions still rested heavily on their shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Mianmian lent a helping hand frequently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qiao Xuan had already instructed Yuezheng Xiao to procure assorted seeds and prepare fruit trees for planting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gradually, the landscape transformed in accordance with Qiao Xuan’s vision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her satisfaction seemed to foreshadow a prosperous future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Workers understood the significance of their labor and envisioned the potential of the area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Conversations buzzed with praise and envy for the promising future that lay ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had seen landlord’s manors before, but never had they witnessed one with such an enticing layout that stirred envy and longing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chickens and ducks roamed freely amidst scattered medicinal herbs, while clear canals and streams meandered throughout the grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fruit trees adorned every corner… How vibrant it would be!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The local farmers who arrived for work couldn’t help but be drawn in by the sight, their curiosity piqued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following discussions at home, Madam Shao ensured they were generously compensated, never failing to deliver on payment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Shao Family stewards overseeing the work fostered a friendly atmosphere, devoid of harsh reprimands or condescension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Shao’s integrity was unquestionable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given Madam Shao’s assurances, it seemed sensible to cultivate herbs at home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With guidance from Madam Shao’s staff, managing them wouldn’t be a hassle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Selling the herbs back to her could potentially yield some profit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though only a fraction of the village population entertained such thoughts, it proved sufficient.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those who shared similar aspirations convened and sought out Songshi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Songshi’s surprise, he found himself apprehensive about the situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This endeavor was entrusted to him by Madam!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If people sought him out, it would align perfectly with his objectives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With conviction, he reassured them that Madam’s promises were ironclad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could Madam deceive them!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, if he aimed to cultivate a substantial quantity of these medicinal herbs for profit, he would need to allocate at least two mu of land.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During that period, seeds could be procured from Madam at a discounted rate, making it a cost-effective endeavor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the initial year, Madam showed willingness to support their efforts and lead them towards prosperity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seed prices remained relatively low, though it was uncertain whether they would match market rates in the future… In truth, Qiao Xuan could easily provide the seeds for free.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, items obtained free of charge often lacked appreciation and were sometimes regarded with disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There might even be individuals who acquired the seeds without genuine intent to cultivate them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, if one couldn’t even muster the willingness to pay for the seeds, it called into question their commitment to the endeavor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The likelihood of neglecting the cultivation process increased significantly.\u003C\u002Fp>",592,"2026-06-03T12:01:14.668Z","2026-06-03T12:01:17.503Z",1,"novelbin.me","07b63345275a07244468dbdaf11d683a606859492c70e800c41b3c755433f631","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1934","springtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-chapter-1932",2438,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fspringtime-farming-a-happy-wife-at-home-cover.jpg"]