I Love Farming

The self-cultivator took the master's words as the golden rule, and the sows hadn't healed so quickly, so he had no choice but to go to the master's cowherd to borrow some milk and mix it with water to feed the piglets.

The piglets eat whatever they want when they are born, and when they suckle the sow, the sow pushes them away, and this happens repeatedly, only a little milk can be eaten.At any rate, after eating milk for a while, the sow's inflammation gradually disappeared under the quiet care of the farmer's family, and the calcium was supplemented. The maternal instinct was strong, and she began to actively hug the piglets to nurse.The piglet immediately abandoned the milk and squeezed under the belly of the sow.

"We have to be grateful to the master. If he didn't condescend to come with me, our sows and piglets would all die." The farmer said, before the pigs can survive, who is willing to borrow milk? It's hard to pay back, the piglets may not be able to grow up yet.

What the master ordered was different. He borrowed it boldly, and the sow recovered quickly without using much milk.

The self-cultivator showed off to his neighbors, and everyone came to pet his sow enviously. Although the master had never touched this sow, he had seen it a few times and had it treated.

"Don't tell me, the sows that the master has seen are different. Look at this nose, this belly..."

Everyone exaggerated.

The owner proudly said: "After weaning, I will take half of the piglets to the master."

In fact, under the master's order, the pig shepherd only took in one piglet and looked at the owner with envy. Unexpectedly, he really invited the master.In the future, you must pay attention to it all the time.

Now in Northumberland, everyone knows that it is not the swineherd but the lord who is best at curing swine diseases.

If it weren't for Cui Qichao being the only lord, they would have secretly given a pig-related title, but luckily they didn't, otherwise Cui Qichao would find it hard to accept it mentally.

……

Before the autumn harvest, Cui Qichao's mansion below was completed.

The layout of this kind of courtyard is different from that of a castle. The courtyard with several entrances is large and has many rooms. The hollow places are filled with tables, chairs, flowers and plants.

So in the castle, people of the noble class and below will live in the servant's room, each room is smaller, but it also has a fireplace and wooden windows, but there are no beds and furniture like the master.

Before it was built, the servants and slaves didn't know what the complete layout looked like. They thought there was a shed on the top of the yard, but later found that it was completed. The master planted a lot of plants along the courtyard wall, as well as potted vegetables and ponds. The water has been drawn, but the shed still hasn't appeared. After thinking about it all, where do they live?

The housekeeper said with a stinky face, "Sleeping in the servant's room."

There was a sensation all over the castle, and everyone felt a little apprehensive about moving out, after all, they had lived in the castle for a long time.Many people actually envy the slaves who live in thatched huts next to the castle. Aren't many of them better than those slaves?There is no house to live in.

Now it's all right, don't stay in the hut, just live in the room!

The master said that most of the bulky food is still hidden in the castle. There are people on duty in the castle, and the hometown still cannot be discarded. It may be really needed in the future, and the place is still very strong.It is used for daily food and stored in the cellar under the yard.

In this way, the overall size of the new courtyard is not as big as the castle, but it is not crowded at all.Nowadays, the slaves have their own crafts, and the master gave them wood to make them into boards, and the women wrapped them up like bed boards.

On the first day of moving to a new place, many people can't sleep at night.

I have been getting used to it since daytime, the wind is not so strong here, the window openings are not so few and small, and the sun seems to be everywhere, as long as you don't close the windows.But before night, everyone was reluctant to close the windows.

As soon as the window is opened, you can see the plants planted by the master, and even the roof hangs down. They don't know what garden design is, they just know that they are very happy when they look at it.

Lance also sent a lot of small potted plants for the master and asked them to put them on the windowsill.

Although the inner wall of the stone house is gray, once the window is opened, it is like admiring a painting, like the entrance to another world, where sunlight and wind bring in the fragrance of flowers.

At night, the wooden windows are closed again. There are gaps in the wooden windows, but everyone still has tapestries, which are all brought from the castle. Because it is not as cold as the castle, there are more tapestries.In this way, the cold wind is isolated from the outside.There is no need to light a fire in autumn. It must be very comfortable to light firewood in winter.

The servants were excited about the room, while the adults were a little worried about safety. This place is comfortable and comfortable, but the lack of deep trenches is too shocking.

After waking up in the fragrance of birds and flowers the next day, the adults couldn't help but propose to the lord to make the wall higher.

"It's still higher, no matter how high the energy is, it will cover the sun." Cui Qichao refused coldly, and continued to supervise the carpenter to build a lounge chair for himself.

Once finished, put it in the yard. It is arranged like a garden. Of course, more strictly speaking, it is a vegetable garden. There are pots on top of wooden shelves, and vegetables are planted layer by layer. No space is wasted, which makes everyone amazed. .

It is difficult to get the sun in the castle, and because of the different races, Cui Qichao's body and skin here are as white as snow, so he chooses to get more sun if he can.

The vines in the courtyard can climb all the way to the top of the high fence. The farmers in the village are very curious about the inside. They can't help but pass by the master's mansion again and again, and when they want to knock on the door, they will take a look inside.

No one has ever seen such a residence.The castle can still imagine what it looks like here?

If you are brave enough, ask Zhuangtou, the priest, etc. what the baron's house looks like.

It is said that there are grid-shaped yards inside, surrounded by houses, and even servants live in stone rooms. The courtyard is colorful and fragrant wherever you go.Not only is there a special toilet, but the house is also new, but also because the master said that he has developed a potion to prevent the invasion of demons, and it is very good to wash with the potion.

(In fact, Cui Qichao finally found a herb that can improve immunity, and now that domestic water is not in short supply, he can finally get rid of the smell)

A place that is not smelly is a bit strange, and I also want to experience it for myself, how strange it is.

So people who pass by look at the gate with expectant eyes. Occasionally it opens, and you can see the courtyard inside. It is really full of colors. There are various plants on the wooden shelves, including herbs and vegetables, and even flowers.

The servants did not shuttle through the dark corridors in the castle, but walked in the bright corridors, going to and from the yards, and their mood improved a lot unconsciously, and their mental outlook became stronger day by day.

People outside look inside and feel that they are really happy.

Soon the people in the manor followed suit and planted plants around their humble houses, some commonly used herbs, wild flowers, and even grass for pigs.They now have more leisure than before, and they have time to compare each other's little gardens.

The things that come out of the lord's house will be popular, and everyone is used to it. At first, they followed the master to kill insects, grow vegetables, irrigate, and later feed pigs. This kind of flower seems to be just beautiful, but who knows if there are other flowers besides being pleasing to the eye? Other effects.

Anyway, out of psychological effects, many people claim to be in good spirits.

Due to the closer distance, it is easier for everyone to see the master's servants. They are all clean now, with no dirt on their faces and hands. It is said that they have been washed with water to prevent evil spirits from approaching.

This is even certified by the priest. It is said that his cough has improved a lot after washing himself.Everyone is not surprised, since the master came, since when did he take a bad lead.

Let's see, the sow in that family was paralyzed, and the piglet was about to starve to death. Didn't they escape from the devil's palm after the master pointed out.There seems to be no big difference between humans and pigs. In winter, they still have to hug pigs to keep warm and live by pigs.

So everyone can't wait to wait for the master to promote and plant those herbs. No one doubts this, the master will definitely share it with everyone.At that time, there will be specific usage methods and frequencies.

I don't know the details yet, but it is said that the servants wash their faces and hands while the sun is at its best. As for their bodies, they also use the burnt potion.Although it took a little time, the farmers have made an appointment. When the time comes, a pot will be set up in the square of the cottage, and everyone will share the firewood together.

Without Cui Qichao's urging, these people were eager to scrub themselves clean.

……

The title of Baron the Cat Crusher is troublesome.On this day, Northumberland welcomed a group of guests.It was a real noble guest, not a traveler from afar, or a marauding thief, or the lord of the land bordering Northumberland.

The lord named George was also a baron. The title of nobility originally belonged to his wife. After the two got married, the title was transferred to him.George came to Northumberland with several knights and servants, and a box of presents.

At this time, there were very few people visiting normally. Cui Qichao felt strange and entertained George seriously.

We have been neighbors for so long. Before coming to Northumberland, George had only a little understanding of the situation under Cui Qichao’s rule. When he passed by on the road, he saw how strong and full the grain was that was approaching the autumn harvest. He was amazed at Northumberland in his heart. How did the land become so fertile in just two years, the gods really favored this place.

And George discovered that besides the castle, Cui Qichao built a mansion in the lower part, but he didn't know whether it was for permanent or short-term residence. The environment was very elegant and exotic, which caught his attention.Even the servants in the mansion look strangely clean, like some southern nobles who love to take a bath.

George was much older than Cui Qichao. After the two exchanged pleasantries, Cui Qichao served tea before it was time for dinner.

After a few words, George revealed his intention.Because the church wanted to set up a trade point, there were not many knights in George's territory. He wanted to unite with his neighbors and find Northumberland to go to the trade point together.The neighbors knew that Northumberland would not take the initiative to invade, and Cui Qichao was a relative of the archbishop, so George naturally fell in love with him.

"There is no problem with this. When the market opens, we will form a convoy together." Cui Qichao agreed without thinking. Baron George's knights are not intimidating, so they can take care of them casually.

While drinking tea, George looked at Cui Qichao from time to time, and felt that it was rare for this young baron to be so handsome and wealthy, so his second intention came up, "Your Excellency is not married yet?"

Cui Qichao paused, "No."

It's quite rare, most of the nobles got engaged when they were young, but Cui Qichao was set to go to the East for a long time since childhood.

George cheered up and said: "I have a good marriage that I can introduce to you. My wife has a sister who is the wife of the lord of Sanok. She became a widow this year and has inherited property and land. The new husband, to inherit her and her fortune."

Cui Qichao had never encountered such a situation. How could the stewards introduce him to a partner? The archbishop cared about it, but the archbishop thought that he could marry later and find the best partner.

Cui Qichao didn't even think about it, so he said, "Thank you for your kindness, but there's no need."

"You don't like mature women?" George actually showed a little smile. "Actually, I introduced my wife's older sister first. I just think she has more wealth. I'm afraid you prefer her. In fact, I also have a 14-year-old My daughter, who is as beautiful as my wife, but young and immature, is a perfect match for you!"

Cui Qichao: "..."

George didn't think this generation was jumping too fast at all. Just now, he wanted to introduce Cui Qichao as his brother-in-law, but now he wanted to be his father immediately. "The gift I brought here was prepared by my daughter."

As he spoke, he asked the attendant to bring in the box he had brought and open it.

As soon as the box entered the hall, Cui Qichao noticed something, "This is..."

There are several holes in the box, and animal sounds can be heard faintly. When the lid is opened, there are densely packed cats tethered inside.

Once out of the dark environment, surrounded by strange humans, these cats all meowed.

George said very proudly: "I heard that you like to abuse cats the most. We specially caught all the cats that can be caught near the manor. I hope you like it."

Cui Qichao: "..."

George: "Look, it's alive and kicking, it's enough for you to play for a while. My daughter also sewed a cloth bag herself, which can be used to hold the cat. Come on, do you want to try my daughter's mind now?"

Cui Qichao was dazed for a while before he came back to his senses, "Thank you for your kindness—where's Lily?"

The kitchen is in the same yard, and Lily came over soon.

Cui Qichao said: "A little...a personal hobby, I didn't expect that everyone knew about it, ha ha." He decided not to add salt to William's meat in the future, "I will use it carefully. Lily, you bring these to the meat first. Go to the kitchen, you know what to do? Don't let them make any noise."

Lily responded tremblingly, dragging the huge wooden box to the cafeteria with her thin body, which made people feel a little unbearable.Your Excellency the baron, it is strange to let the maid do this kind of thing without the servant.However, considering that the maid seemed to be from the kitchen, and what the baron said seemed to have some meaning, it seemed that these cats were in trouble.Alas, who told them to be unlucky.

"I'm so happy to see that you like this gift," George said meaningfully, obviously thinking that Cui Qichao was also interested.

Cui Qichao immediately ordered: "You are too hardworking, I will also send a gift in return, butler, go and get some brown sugar."

George's eyes widened instantly, brown sugar?Tristan wouldn't really want to recognize his father on the spot, otherwise why would he be so generous?He hadn't seen a gift of brown sugar in return for giving some cats.

George's territory is not particularly rich, otherwise he would not have thought of using this kind of thing as a gift.

The butler brought a bag of brown sugar, and Cui Qichao held it down when George had already grabbed the brown sugar, and said, "My marriage has other arrangements, but I am very grateful for your father and daughter's kindness, and I hope you can understand."

"Understand, forgive..." George murmured.Why is he so sorry? The Baron of Northumberland even gave him brown sugar, a pack of brown sugar!Don't talk about rejecting his overtures, it's okay to abandon him all the time!

And when Cui Qichao mentioned the archbishop, George instantly understood why they had no shortage of brown sugar. The church had opened a sugar factory, so Cui Qichao could get a lot of brown sugar without the need for a trading point.Thinking about it this way, they really took advantage of going together.

George was not dissatisfied at all. After the meal, Cui Qichao took him to watch the knight drill. This force value convinced George even more, and said repeatedly: "If I catch cats again in the future, I will send them to you. You are really a generous man. People, very much like my big brother..."

Cui Qichao: "..."

Cui Qichao: "No need. Cats are evil after all. It would be too embarrassing to let your subordinates take risks again and again, and it would appear that the people in my territory are useless. A lot of food has been invaded by demons in the past two years. I think, It’s better for everyone to keep their distance.”

If it is not stopped in time, what if everyone comes to give him a cat in the future?

"It makes sense, it makes sense. Well, brother..." George couldn't be his father-in-law, he was half a father, but it would be nice to be brothers with Cui Qichao.

Cui Qichao pretended not to hear: "I'll arrange a room at the back for you, quiet."

When Cui Qichao finished dismissing George and went to the kitchen, Lily was sitting on the box, and the cat inside was silent.She kept watching, seeing Cui Qichao approaching, hurriedly stood up in a panic, and opened the box a crack.

Cui Qichao glanced inside, why the cat was silent, because it was eating...

Lily was afraid of being seen, so she quickly lowered the lid.

"Oh," Cui Qichao felt a little headache, "move to my room first."

Lily called two servants, and together they moved the box outside the master's residence, and after sending them away, she opened the door. There were three cats sleeping soundly inside, so that no one could see them.

The servants have long been accustomed to the baron's eccentricity, and never like to let servants serve him personally, unlike normal nobles, they left without saying a word.

As soon as Cui Qichao entered, all three cats woke up.

Lily pushed the box in and said happily, "You have a new partner."

noob:"?"

Before Cui Qichao could stop it, Lily had already opened the box, and the pile of cat ropes was tied to one end of the rope and wrapped around the lock. Suddenly there were so many cats, Xiaobai and the three of them all blew up. , "Meow——"

When the box was opened, more than [-] cats ran out, trying to hide in the corner, and there were some who provoked the native cats.

Xiaobai is crazy, so many cats, can you handle it? ?

Cui Qichao: "Okay, calm down—"

Unable to calm down, Xiaobai feels that it is a shame to live with Dabai and Daju, they are still brothers in this world, so he can only endure it.What are the twenty or so here, dare to provoke it, Xiaobai wanted to rush up and beat them...but it calmed down and barked fiercely at Cui Qichao instead.

"Xiaobai is so smart, he knows that fierce cats are useless, so he has to tell you." Lily praised Xiaobai.

Cui Qichao felt like a scumbag being questioned. He said wearily, "It was all given by someone else. I will stay here for a while. After the person leaves, I will release him to a place farther away."

He can still hide the three cats, how can he hide so many cats, when the time comes, everyone will be burned together.

Xiao Bai was relieved, he didn't have to share the room with so many wild cats, he meowed proudly.

When the cats were full, they started barking when they were unhappy being tied up. Those who didn't know would think that Cui Qichao had abused ten cats overnight.There was nothing to destroy in the room, so Cui Qichao rolled up the bedding so as not to get it dirty, and then let the cats move about.

Xiaobai immediately opened his cushion and handed it to Cui Qichao to put it away.

Dabai and Daju had no objection, it was the first time they saw so many of their kind, and they started playing.

Cui Qichao asked Lily to go back first, and sat by the window with only a crack open, thinking about who should deal with these cats.After thinking about it for a long time, even Raymond couldn't let him rest assured.

However, humans are not trustworthy, but animals are. Cui Qichao thought, maybe he can find an excuse to take all the cats into the woods alone, let Xiaobai lead them to run away and release them. Xiaobai will not release himself, he will come back when he is done.

"Xiaobai, Xiaobai, come here and let me tell you something..." Cui Qichao turned his head and found two black cats squatting in front of him.

The twenty or so cats had all kinds of colors, and Xiaobai was not of any special color. Cui Qichao was stunned for a moment, and almost couldn't tell which one was Xiaobai.Unless the difference in body size is very large, the fur color is the same, and the facial features are not obvious to him.

These two cats look alike.If it misunderstood Xiaobai, it would definitely go crazy again, Cui Qichao said calmly, "Xiaobai, come here, what are you doing standing with it?"

The two black cats didn't move, they just stared at Cui Qichao coldly.

Cui Qichao thought that Xiaobai might find that he couldn't recognize him...

The sound of "stab" and "stab" was heard scratching the wooden boards. Cui Qichao turned his head and saw a third black cat lying on the bed, grinding its paws.

Cui Qichao: "..."

Cui Qichao: "Xiaobai?"

Xiao Bai cursed: "Meow meow meow meow meow meow!!!"