Transmigrating to a Poor Family: Quietly Becoming Rich 196: Chapter 196
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The men went up the mountain this time carrying a basket of sweet potatoes. They had dug the traps yesterday, and today they set them up with wooden stakes, covering them and marking them, completing the task. All six traps were arranged in this manner, and by the time they finished, it was already time for a break. 0
 
Qi Chong brought six steamed buns and a pot of water. They shared the food, taking turns to eat. The others looked at the yellow wild vegetables in their hands and then at the dog, silently turning away, unsure if they were avoiding the people or the dog. 0
 
After lunch, Qi Chong led everyone to another hill to repeat yesterday's work. Yu Chunmiao was driving the donkey cart, taking only Zheng Chunyan with her while sending the others off to continue gathering apple snails. She checked the basket of apple snails; they looked good and clean. 0
 
Zheng Chunyan, not wanting to crawl under the shelter, sat beside Yu Chunmiao and chatted incessantly. "Village Chief's Wife, you’re really impressive! You can even drive a donkey cart!" 0
 
"Village Chief's Wife, do you have any tricks for selling apple snails?" 0
 
Yu Chunmiao felt a bit drained but responded perfunctorily; however, that didn’t stop her from chattering all the way. "I’m Yu Chunmiao; don’t call me Village Chief's Wife." 0
 
Zheng Chunyan immediately corrected herself, "Yu Chunmiao, how did you know that apple snails are edible?" 0
 
Yu Chunmiao decided she wouldn’t bring her next time. There were only two taverns in town, and Yu Chunmiao chose the smaller and more humble one, Fu Man Lou. Carrying a basket of apple snails was relatively easy for Zheng Chunyan. As soon as they entered the tavern, a waiter approached them. 0
 
The waiter took one look and knew they weren’t there to eat; they were there to sell something. "Follow me to the back kitchen," he said. 0
 
Yu Chunmiao readily complied and followed him to the backyard. Zhang Gui came out impatiently from inside and glanced at the basket of apple snails. "Take this away; I don’t want it." 0
 
 
He was about to leave when Yu Chunmiao quickly stepped in front of him and said at a rapid pace, "I can make it into a dish that guarantees you'll sell it. If you don't want me, I'll just take it to Bai Wei Ju. They will only know how to make it, and if you buy my Apple Snail, I'll even throw in two recipes." 0
 
Zhang Gui looked at her confident and sincere expression, feeling somewhat swayed. The main reason was that Bai Wei Ju had always been a thorn in his side; he was nearly suffocated by their presence. 0
 
"I'll try your dish first, then the Apple Snail," he said. 0
 
Yu Chunmiao clapped her hands, pleased. "Zhang Gui has foresight." 0
 
She first asked the head chef what ingredients were available and examined the kitchen tools. She couldn't make overly complicated dishes, and the taverns in town didn't require anything too extravagant or difficult. 0
 
She recalled the minced meat steamed egg she had made at the Lu Family's place and decided to prepare a small portion of crispy meat as well. In this era, frying, steaming, and stir-frying were all possible; it was just that people hadn't yet discovered some details. As someone from modern times, she naturally grasped the essence of culinary arts through history, allowing her to cook better than others. 0
 
However, she wasn't someone who loved to cook; in fact, she found it somewhat tedious. 0
 
After tasting her dishes, both the head chef and Zhang Gui were impressed. Yu Chunmiao quickly said, "Once I try the Apple Snail, I'll write down the recipe." 0
 
In light of the two recipes, Zhang Gui allowed Yu Chunmiao to cook the Apple Snail. The head chef watched closely; Yu Chunmiao had no intention of hiding anything from him. 0
 
A plate of Apple Snail captivated Zhang Gui, and Yu Chunmiao immediately drafted a contract along with the recipe. The contract stipulated that the recipe must not be leaked and that Apple Snail could only be purchased from her at eight wen per pound. 0
 
Yu Chunmiao valued this tavern because it also had a shop; otherwise, a single tavern wouldn't need so many Apple Snails. 0
 
A basket of Apple Snails weighed forty-two pounds and cost three hundred thirty-six wen. Qi Chong instructed that a receipt should be written. 0
 
Zheng Chunyan rarely kept quiet throughout the process, but when she saw Yu Chunmiao receive the money, she was filled with admiration for her. 0
 
On their way back, Zheng Chunyan didn't discuss anything else. "Yu Chunmiao," she asked, "did you just give them those two recipes without asking for any money?" 0
 
Yu Chunmiao replied earnestly, "I came out this time to find ways for you all to make money. If I took money for the recipes from him, would it count as yours or mine? There's no need to create misunderstandings over a small amount." 0
 
Zheng Chunyan stared at Yu Chunmiao in disbelief as she drove the donkey cart. The sunlight filtered through her straw hat onto her delicate face, casting a slight golden hue and radiating confidence. 0
 
How could a woman like her be so capable? Zheng Chunyan felt a yearning to become like her. 0
 
Upon arriving home, Yu Chunmiao received a letter from Lu Ziyou with just one word: "Okay." 0
 
She detailed the recipe for Xian Cao Mi and its preparation process and handed it to Qi Yuan, instructing him to personally deliver it to Lu Ziyou tomorrow with the cart. 0
 
Chen Ruolan heard he was going to town and hurriedly prepared some autumn clothes for him to take along. 0
 
 
Today, the work on the Xian Cao Mi had to continue, and the three of them got busy again. With Qi Chong absent, the task of grinding the Mi Jiang fell to Qi Yuan, who sometimes also had to chop firewood. The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law each had a stove, working tirelessly. 0
 
As soon as Zheng Chunyan arrived, she shared the news about selling Apple Snails with her sisters. Upon hearing that they could earn three hundred thirty-six coins in a day, everyone was motivated to pitch in. In the fields and by the river, their busy figures could be seen everywhere. If it weren't for Qi Chong's disapproval, they would have even called the children to help gather snails. 0
 
At four in the afternoon, it was time to gather under the Banyan Tree. Yu Chunmiao hurried over and handed money and receipts to Qi Chong, who recorded the accounts in front of the villagers. When the men heard that the women were also starting to earn money, they expressed their intention to join in collecting Apple Snails as well. 0
 
Yu Chunmiao quickly intervened, saying, "No! If all of you go together, we won't be able to sell them in a day. These snails will die if left too long; it would be a waste. Starting tomorrow, I won't be in town anymore; Zheng Chunyan and Zhang Guihua will be responsible for selling the Apple Snails. Remember to take receipts." 0
 
Zheng Chunyan muttered, "But we can't drive a Donkey Cart." 0
 
Qi Chong replied, "Renting a Donkey Cart costs ten coins each time, and my wife helps with the driver's fee of one tael." 0
 
Yu Chunmiao shot Qi Chong a glare; that seemed a bit exaggerated. 0
 
Zhang Guihua chimed in, "We can just walk; it's not far." 0
 
After discussing these matters, Qi Chong dismissed everyone. As the couple walked home, still within sight of the villagers, Qi Chong asked her, "Do you want me to carry you?" 0
 
Yu Chunmiao glanced back at a few villagers still nearby and before she could respond, he suddenly lifted her onto his back and spun around several times. 0
 
This elicited a few startled gasps from Yu Chunmiao and drew curious looks from the villagers. 0
 
I thought Qi Chong wouldn’t joke around like this; he seems to enjoy playing with his wife. Aren't they embarrassed? What’s there to be embarrassed about carrying your own daughter-in-law? I play around like this with my wife too. 0
 
 
 
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