The Three-Life Stone

"Your Highness, there are enough medicinal materials in the Xia residence, and even some left over." Si Yu came over happily to report. He would never have thought that such a difficult problem could be solved so easily.

If there are not enough medicinal materials and time is wasted, an epidemic after the rain is inevitable, and Jiangzhou will probably take some time to recover its former vitality.

"Do you think it's a coincidence?" Bei Ming Mo's brows relaxed, but he still had some doubts, and asked calmly.

"I don't know, I just know that this has indeed solved the urgent problem." Si Yu didn't think too much about it, but the smile on the corner of his lips still showed the joy of victory, the joy of finally seeing the light of day after a disaster that lasted for dozens of days.

"Ah."

Seeing Bei Mingmo's calmness, Si Yu took it seriously: "I really don't know, but I think Madam Xia has no ill intentions."

Bei Ming Mo listened and smiled slightly, as if he had just asked casually: "Nothing else, you can go down."

"It's really interesting. Who are you?" Bei Ming Mo murmured after Si Yu left.

After leaving the palace, Xia Jin took a deep breath of fresh air. Despite her calm demeanor, her restless heart still made her face slightly flushed. They talked, looked at each other, got close, and the faint scent of agarwood inhaled into her nose made her feel happy.

After the rain, people come out like bamboo shoots after the rain to fight for their lives, as if one more day of rest is a luxury. These are ordinary strong people, and this strength hides a lot of inevitable sadness.

After a few more days, with the help of everyone, some families in difficulty gradually got through it, more young people joined the struggle of life, and Jiangzhou seemed to have returned to its former working style.

After experiencing a great disaster, bored people came out to bask in the sun, visit each other and chat about their recent difficulties. More people were walking on the bridge, and it was more lively than before, suppressing the depression brought about by the natural disaster. This year's harvest was destined to come later than in previous years.

The price increases in some grain stores were inevitable. For the time being, the surplus grain in the government's granaries was sold at normal prices according to the certificates and quantity. Farmers began to work one after another. Bei Mingmo continued to let his men help with the work, and his reputation soared in a short time.

Jiangzhou's performance was reported to the imperial city, and he was regarded as an example. Even the county magistrate was promoted and transferred to other places. Bei Mingmo received a lot of praise and rewards.

Xia Jindu, who wanted to keep a low profile, was still rumored to be there. For a while, there were many different opinions. Some said she was a refugee from other places with a decent family background, some said she was a concubine kept by a young master, and some said she was a young lady in trouble who made a living by disguising herself as a woman to avoid attention...

No matter how the story spreads, everyone will remember that there was a lady in the Xia family who was kind and generous, often helping beggars and lending a hand in times of crisis. Xia Jin said that she did not need any reward, but in the end she received the title of a county lord and a reward of 100 taels of gold. However, with the title of county lord, she enjoyed many more conveniences and was respected more.

"Our county princess has such a kind heart, even the emperor recognizes her. What are those people outside talking about?" Qinghuan said indignantly.

"Yes, those people may have said it, but I don't know where they hid at the critical moment!" Tao Hong was also very angry.

"Other people have mouths on their bodies, and you can't stop gossip, but our lady is upright and not afraid of anything!" Wang Po sighed.

"No matter what others say, I will always support you, madam." Qinghe said seriously.

Uncle Chen glanced at everyone and said nothing, but his eyes were firm. He listened to what Qinghe said and nodded solemnly.

There were also maids gossiping in the palace.

"What do you think of Madam Xia's background?"

"Who knows? It's unclear, who knows who's mistress she is."

"Hahahahaha, saving people from suffering, is this kind of person worthy of being a county lord?"

Si Yu walked over with a serious look on his face: "It seems that the work in the palace is too easy, so everyone can gossip here?"

"I was wrong. I dare not do that. I beg you, big guard, please don't tell the prince..." The two servants begged for mercy at the same time.

"Do you need to inform the prince for such a small matter?" Si Yu snorted coldly, "The temple in the palace is too small. I'm afraid there is no room for you two. Just go to the steward and say hello."

"I was wrong, I won't dare to do it again..." The two of them kowtowed behind him, their heads were broken, but they seemed to be unconscious, just hoping for a glimmer of hope.

If I had known this, why would I have spoken so much? No matter what the other person is like, when working in the mansion, you should know what to say and what not to say. A servant who has no sense of propriety is a hidden danger.

Si Yu and Jiang Chen met on the road and chatted for a while. Bei Mingmo found it a little funny to hear Jiang Chen defending the injustice. "You've been bribed?"

"I am being realistic. No matter where Madam Xia comes from, what she does is great." Jiang Chen had an expression that said, "That's how I should do it." Si Yu said nothing to show his agreement.

Bei Mingmo seemed to be expecting Jiang Chen's answer and continued to ask, "I heard that someone donated 100 taels of gold for the renovation this time, in my name?"

"Yes." Si Yu replied calmly. Now it was Jiang Chen's turn to look at Si Yu in surprise.

None of the three said much before guessing who was behind it, each thinking about it in their hearts.

With Xia Jin's enthusiasm and Bei Mingmo's leadership, Jiangzhou is the city that has recovered the best from the disaster and has the best human relations and social interactions.

Later, Bei Ming Mo no longer had prejudices and would occasionally go to Xia's house to drink some tea. Every time, Xia Jin would personally burn incense. From simple greetings to exchanging some insights with each other, every time Bei Ming Mo left Xia's house, he felt more relaxed than ever before.

“Hehehe, have you noticed that our prince looks better recently?” Jiang Chen muttered happily in the background.

"Yeah." Si Yu glanced at Bei Ming Mo who was walking in front and responded.

"I don't know if the prince can put down his package and talk to someone or if he finally..."

"Stop talking nonsense." Jiang Chen was interrupted by Si Yu when he was gossiping halfway. Bei Ming Mo walked in front and listened to the noise but did not make any move. As long as he knew that there was nothing between him and Xia Jin, nothing would happen.

After Bei Mingmo left, Xia Jin extinguished the burning incense burner and went to the well to carefully water the plants.

"The county lady hasn't been to the teahouse recently. Has she fallen in love with flowers and plants?" Qinghuan ran out and joked.

"You damn girl, you scared me."

"Lululu, the county lady is too devoted." Qing Huan made a face. "But Sister Jin, are you sure you want to donate the grain we stored before in the name of the prince? Why?"

Xia Jin paused for a moment, her face slightly red, but fortunately it was not noticeable from the shadows: "I never like to show off. I was just doing good things. Who cares who did it when I have achieved my goal?"

"Hey, our county lady's wife is a very kind and philanthropic person. Which young man has gotten this chance?" Qinghuan sighed and ran away quickly, with her laughter still echoing.

"You damn girl..." Xia Jin pretended to hit Qinghuan, but after she left, she just smiled and continued to water the flowers and plants.

I could only secretly complain in my heart: I’m afraid I will never be able to marry any young man in this life.