I’m the Farmgirl You Can’t Mess With
Chapter 782 - Chapter 782 Probe

Chapter 782: Probe Chapter 782: Probe Editor: Atlas Studios The establishment of the new guardhouse was a huge matter.

Even if the guardhouse was very small, they had to obtain the approval of the Emperor and the Imperial Court.

With Qi Haoran’s power, although he could also make the decision to send troops there, he did not want people to become suspicious of him because of this matter.

Besides, he wanted to put Luo Zhan on hold for a bit because he kept feeling that Luo Zhan was hiding many things from him.

Hence, Qi Haoran told him, “I’ve already reported this matter to the Imperial Court.

Once His Majesty makes a decision, you’ll be informed.

When the time comes, if Luodian builds a guardhouse, I will naturally send out a garrison.

Second Young Master Luo, why don’t you go back and wait?” Luo Zhan hurriedly asked, “Then will the garrison military system be based on the old system or the new system?” “Naturally, it’ll be based on the new system.

The new system is implemented throughout the territory of Great Qi.” “But Luodian consists mostly of mountains with little arable land.

I’m afraid we can’t provide any military fields for the garrison.” This was also one of the main reasons why he had personally come to Ju Prefecture.

He hoped that the Imperial Court would be more tolerant and share the burden of providing the military fields for them.

Luodian really did not have any flat land, not even any flat wasteland.

Any place where humans and animals could stand firm had been planted.

Even so, it was only enough for their people to not starve to death.

According to the military system set by the Imperial Court, with so many military fields allocated to the military households, he shuddered to think how many of his tribesmen would have to lose their land because of this.

Qi Haoran understood what he meant, and he could agree to this immediately.

He said, “If His Majesty agrees to build a guardhouse, their families will be arranged to be in Lingnan.

At that time, they will be allocated military fields here.

However, since other counties and towns are sharing the burden with you, you’ll have to pay a corresponding price.

Otherwise, I’m afraid those officials and commoners in the counties and towns will grow resentful.” Luo Zhan asked nervously, “May I know what Your Highness is referring to?” “When the time comes, I’ll call Magistrate Liu, Governor Xu, and the others over to talk to you.” Qi Haoran was about to serve tea and send the guest off when Rain flashed past the door.

Qi Haoran’s hand that was holding the tea cup paused briefly before he continued to put it down.

After a while, Xiao Ting came in and whispered in Qi Haoran’s ear, “Your Highness, Her Highness wants to see Second Young Master Luo.” Qi Haoran raised his eyebrows and Xiao Ting retreated respectfully.

Just as Luo Zhan was considering whether he should take his leave, Qi Haoran said, “Has Second Young Master Luo been to Lingnan before?” Luo Zhan shuddered and said with a smile, “The Luodian mountain roads are difficult to walk on, so my clan rarely comes out.

This is also my first time coming to Lingnan, and I’ve been admiring the scenery along the way.” Knowing that he was lying, Qi Haoran smiled and said, “That’s good.

My residence has just been repaired this year.

Because craftsmen from Jiangnan were hired for the job, the pavilions exude a unique vibe.

Second Young Master Luo, are you interested in taking a look?” “I couldn’t ask for more.” While the two of them walked to the garden together, Mu Yangling brought Little Bear to sit in the pavilion.

Hot water was boiling on the stove at the side.

As soon as the two of them walked into the garden, a servant girl came up to them and said with a smile, “Your Highness, seeing as the weather is cold, Her Highness invites you and your guest to the pavilion for tea.” The pavilion was built on the west side of the garden.

Bamboo curtains were lowered on the north and southwest sides to block the wind, leaving only the east side open for one to admire the scenery outside.

It was warm inside, but it gave one a different feeling in the winter.

If it was snowing outside, it would be cozy to stew a pot of mutton inside.

Luo Zhan followed Qi Haoran into the pavilion and looked up at Princess Consort Rong.

Mu Yangling stood up graciously and said with a smile, “This must be the guest from Luodian.

Please take a seat.” Luo Zhan hurriedly bowed to her and looked at Qi Haoran.

However, Qi Haoran had already lifted his robe and sat beside Mu Yangling.

He said to Luo Zhan, “Second Young Master Luo, take a seat.

I heard that you guys like to drink tea.

Coincidentally, I happen to have tea leaves from Jiangnan.

Why don’t you have a try?” “Then I’m in for a treat.” He sat opposite Qi Haoran, but he felt a little uneasy.

He didn’t know why he had been brought here.

He didn’t believe that Qi Haoran would specially entertain him.

It had to be known that be it yesterday or today, Qi Haoran had always treated him bluntly, and he had indeed offended him because of his private interaction with Little Heir prior to this.

Most importantly, why were Princess Consort Rong and the Little Heir here?

Little Bear was sitting beside his mother and eating chestnuts.

When he saw his father, he immediately grabbed a small basket and moved to his side.

After placing the small basket on the table, he stuffed a chestnut into Qi Haoran’s hand and said eagerly, “Peel.” Qi Haoran looked at his hand, meaning to say, “You have a pair of hands and plenty of strength, yet you still have the cheek to order your father around?” In response, Little Bear pinched a chestnut and the flesh inside shattered.

After removing the shell, he stuffed the flesh into his mouth and looked aggrievedly at his father with puffed cheeks.

Due to his inability to control his strength, he’d accidentally crushed all the chestnuts.

And crushed chestnuts weren’t at all tasty.

Qi Haoran looked at the chestnuts thoughtfully, but with an outsider around, he didn’t say anything.

He just took the chestnuts from his son’s hand and peeled them for him.

While drinking tea, Luo Zhan paid attention to the father and son opposite him.

Even though he had already seen how much Prince Rong doted on his son yesterday, he couldn’t help but sigh when he witnessed it again.

Though his father also doted on him, it totally couldn’t compare to Qi Haoran’s love for his son.

“Second Young Master Luo, I wonder if the grain you brought has a name.” Luo Zhan’s thoughts were still on Qi Haoran and Little Bear.

When he suddenly heard the question, his heart skipped a beat.

As he quietly put down his teacup, he turned to look at the Princess Consort.

Seeing that she was smiling and looking up at him, Luo Zhan said with a smile, “Your Highness, the grain seeds haven’t been named.

If these grain seeds can be promoted in the Central Plain, it would be better if His Majesty can give them a name.” Mu Yangling nodded slightly and stared at him.

“Then what do you think about calling it Zhancheng Rice?” Luo Zhan’s hand that was holding the teacup trembled slightly, and his expression changed a little.

However, he quickly reacted and said with a smile, “This name is quite unique.” Mu Yangling said with a smile, “I share the same sentiments.” At the side, Qi Haoran narrowed his eyes.

After sending Luo Zhan off, he immediately returned to the pavilion to look for Mu Yangling and asked, “Isn’t Zhancheng a city in Annan?

Could it be that the grain seeds came from Annan?” “I was just guessing, but now, I can most likely confirm it.” Although Luo Zhan’s expression changed slightly, Mu Yangling and Qi Haoran were not fools.

Since they were carefully paying attention to his expression then, how could they not tell that he was only pretending to be calm?

“Annan?” Qi Haoran pulled his son aside and sat on a chair.

He chuckled and said, “It seems that Luodian not only has dealings with West Xia, but also with Annan.” Mu Yangling nodded.

“Since these grain seeds came from Annan, it’s even more important to determine their stability.

When the grain seeds arrive, I’ll divide them into four portions and plant them on a large scale in the North, Northwest, Jiangnan, and Lingnan regions.

I’ll plant them for two years to assess the situation first.

If the grain seeds are stable, I’ll promote them.” Mu Yangling smiled.

“Moreover, these grain seeds should be early season rice.

I want to try and see what will happen after they crossbreed with Dry Rice No.

1 and see if I can increase the yield.” “Let me know how many grain seeds you need.

I’ll ask the Luodian for them.

To think they’re hiding such a huge matter from us.” Mu Yangling stopped him and said, “It’s better not to point this out.

It’s fine as long as we know about it.”