Farm Girl Turns Everything Around: Sly Husband, Let's Farm

Chapter 1170: Chapter 1170: Earn Money by Oneself_1 Chapter 1170: Chapter 1170: Earn Money by Oneself_1 Qiao Xiaomai’s mind was filled with thoughts of earning money, so the next day while playing cards with Yang Wenxiao, she brought up the iron ball tree, mentioning that there was still plenty of empty space on the manor’s hillside, and if possible, she would like to transplant some.

Yang Wenxiao heard this and, somewhat surprised, began to educate her about the differences between southern and northern plants, explaining that southern plants could not grow here, using the proverb, “Oranges grown in the south are oranges, but in the north, they turn into trifoliate oranges.” In conclusion, he added, “Besides, apart from the Divine Tree Tribe’s largest iron ball tree, the fruits of other iron ball trees are only good for drinking.”

“No, not even as good as the well water here.”

Noting that Yang Wenxiao wasn’t fond of the fruit known as iron ball, Qiao Xiaomai cocked her head, her face full of curiosity, “I want to see what this iron ball tree really looks like. Does it truly bear fruit as hard as iron?”

“The iron smelting technology over there isn’t up to par, and coincidentally, the fruit is quite tough, hence the name. It can’t compare to real iron, but it is indeed very hard. Even women with little strength might not be able to cut it open with a knife.”

Upon hearing this, Qiao Xiaomai let out a long “Oh,” thinking that the delicate young ladies who were weak might indeed find it hard to split a coconut.

“However,” in the next instant, Yang Wenxiao changed the subject, saying, “I noticed you’re not lacking in strength. That day, when you rushed to find Sanlang as he went to catch Jia Cheng, you actually pushed Ren Zhong flying.”

Qiao Xiaomai “…”

She blinked, pretending to be an innocent little rabbit, and said perplexed, “Is that so? I don’t remember much about that night.”

Hearing this, Yang Wenxiao gave her a glance, his voice carrying a hint of amusement, “It seems Sanlang triggered a hidden strength within you; even a frail woman can send a big man flying with her bare hands.”

Qiao Xiaomai’s lips curved into a smile, her face showing a faintly shy grin, “I’m not a frail woman. I’m used to farm work, and my strength is greater than that of an average man.”

“But my strength isn’t particularly great either. There are women in our village who are remarkable, able to carry two sacks of wheat at a brisk pace.”

Yang Wenxiao raised his eyebrows, “Really?”

“Yes, they’re just as strong as men, capable of carrying half the sky on their shoulders.” There were many strong women; her own moderate strength should definitely not draw Yang Wenxiao’s attention.

“Impressive,” Yang Wenxiao laughed and steered the conversation back, “Since you’re curious about the iron ball tree, when the Divine Tree Tribe offers tribute this year, I’ll reward you with a few iron ball fruits to try.”

Qiao Xiaomai was overjoyed and quickly thanked him, while also reminding him, “I also want the iron ball tree.”

“Alright, I’ll have some sent over. You take care of the rest,” Yang Wenxiao said nonchalantly with a nod.

“But the situation with the Divine Tree Tribe…” Qiao Xiaomai was somewhat worried.

“Even if Yuchi Country occupies the Divine Tree Tribe, that won’t matter. A few iron ball trees are a small matter; I’ll make sure you get them,” Yang Wenxiao assured her with a reassuring look.

With those words, Qiao Xiaomai felt at ease.

Now, about Bai Zhi, Zhang Family, Qiao Meipan, and the four people including Tong Sanlang.

Bai Zhi was fined twenty million taels silver because she had previously conspired with Zhao Lan to set up Tong Sanlang. The Bai Residence could afford to pay this amount, but Bai Zhi was not the only direct descendant in the family; she had older brothers and sisters-in-law.

Since the Bai Residence had not yet been divided, the funds came out of the public account, leading her brothers and sisters-in-law to become immediately dissatisfied.

The household’s annual expenses were only a few tens of thousands of taels silver, and Bai Zhi’s actions had suddenly depleted twenty million, thinning the family’s coffers painfully.

Pain led to squabbles, and with her older brothers and sisters-in-law making a fuss, coupled with reprimands from Lord Bai and his wife, Bai Zhi became angry.

It was only twenty million; she would earn it herself!