Chapter 1821: The Fan Family Wonât Buy Chapter 1821: The Fan Family Wonât Buy Editor: Henyee Translations However, curiosity stirred among the Fan household.
Some servants clandestinely purchased the potatoes, which families then shared among themselves, eagerly cooking and tasting the newfound delicacy.
Even First Madam Fan and Second Mrs.
Fan personally instructed their staff to procure and prepare some in the household kitchen.
The verdict?
The potatoes proved surprisingly delightful.
Whether in the form of sour and spicy shredded potatoes or when incorporated into chicken and pork dishes, they offered a delightful variety of flavors.
Observing the positive reception, First Madam Fan couldnât help but express her admiration to First Old Master Fan.
âIf Madam Shaoâs claims hold true, Lord Shao and Madam Shao have performed a great service for the people here!
Such benevolence might attract heavenly blessings!â Her gaze implied a caution against opposing Lord Shao, hinting at potential repercussions.
First Old Master Fan understood the subtext well, yet he lacked final authority within the Fan familyâs decisions.
Meanwhile, Old Lady Fan caught wind of the servantsâ fervent discussions about potatoes.
Intrigued by their enthusiasm, she summoned someone to inquire.
The maidservant, flustered and tongue-tied, hesitated to respond.
As Old Lady Fan pressed for answers, the maidservant eventually divulged the truth, albeit clumsily.
Enraged by the revelation, Old Lady Fan demanded further investigation.
Upon learning the extent of the commotion, her fury only intensified.
âHow dare you engage in such self-serving behavior, causing such a stir!
Lord Shao and Madam Shao must be consumed by greed.
With the sale of these potatoes, they stand to make a fortune in silver taels!â Drawing from her experience as a member of the Nian Family, Old Lady Fan swiftly calculated the potential profits, her displeasure growing with each passing moment.
The ease with which Lord Shao seemingly amassed wealth from two thousand mu of arid land only fueled her indignation.
It appeared, in her estimation, that money was being earned far too effortlessly.
âThose people lack foresight.
They donât even have the right to curry favor with Lord Shao and Madam Shao.
Yet, theyâre all scrambling to shower Lord Shao and Madam Shao with gifts.
Letâs see how far that gets them in the future!â Old Lady Fan complained and derided them.
The servants dared not utter a sound, even in their sleep.
âLet me be clear: our family is prohibited from purchasing such items!
Others may desire them, but I do not,â she asserted firmly, prompting the servants to hastily agree.
Yuezheng Xiao arrived bearing generous gifts for Ananâs one-month-old banquet.
Although Xie Jingrong was absent, Yuezheng Xiao had arranged for the gifts to be delivered.
Staying for three days, Yuezheng Xiaoâs visit prompted Qiao Xuan to task Mianmian with bringing two companions to assess properties in Yuzhang.
With the year drawing to a close, it presented an opportune time to settle accounts with Yuezheng Xiao and collect any owed funds.
Simultaneously, she planned to return to Shaoding Village.
Despite Yuezheng Xiaoâs previous correspondence, the personal touch of a servantâs visit held a different significance.
Mianmian excelled in managing accounts, bringing clarity and order to financial matters with ease.
Qiao Xuan was both surprised and pleased.
She appointed two assistants to support Mianmian, ensuring smooth operation and expansion of her enterprises without straining manpower.
While Qiao Xuan initially considered sending Ah-Ye home with Mianmian, Shao Yunduan noted Ah-Yeâs prior commitments, prompting Mianmian to decline.
With Yuezheng Xiao, there was no need for an escort.
As rice ripened one after another, farmers began harvesting, aided by Qiao Xuanâs supernatural abilities which significantly increased yields and accelerated ripening dates.
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