Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home
Chapter 1813

Chapter 1813: Bold Chapter 1813: Bold Editor: Henyee Translations The two Old Masters of the Fan Family skillfully persuaded their mother while subtly hinting to Deputy Prefect Guan about the benefits they sought.

Simultaneously, they exerted both coaxing and force to sway his decisionaEUR| Deputy Prefect Guan found himself irresistibly drawn to the promised benefits from the Fan Family, amounting to 200 taels of silver annually.

Considering his salary fell short of this amountaEUR| To him, this represented a significant sum, especially in his current financial predicament.

Compounded by his failed instigation of the bailiffs, resulting in substantial financial lossesaEUR| He was in dire need of funds.

Moreover, the Fan Family’s proposition held weight.

As Deputy Prefect, his actions could easily go unnoticed by Shao Yunduan.

And even if they were discovered, Shao Yunduan lacked the power to penalize him.

Gritting his teeth, Deputy Prefect Guan reluctantly acquiesced.

That day, negotiations between Deputy Prefect Guan and the Fan Family concluded in a unanimous agreement.

The Family dispatched a butler, while Guan arranged for an investigation of the fertile lands.

It was eventually discovered that the Fan Family had neglected to register 10,000 mu of fertile fields with the government.

Deputy Prefect Guan promptly reported the findings to Shao Yunduan and rectified the oversight.

Upon review, Shao Yunduan nodded approvingly and instructed Deputy Prefect Guan to continue his duties.

With the Fan Clan serving as an example, subsequent tasks became more manageable.

The Fan Clan’s resolute stance had nearly caused them embarrassment.

None could match their determination.

Though the Mei Family and the Huo Family might have posed comparably, their lack of interest in contention was apparent from the outset.

Deputy Prefect Guan basked in his self-satisfaction, boasting profusely in the provincial office and metaphorically treading upon Jia Heming.

“What use was Jia Heming?” he sneered.

Incompetence, he concluded, was synonymous with trouble.

Not only did they fail to resolve matters, but they also stirred up chaos, causing suffering not only for themselves but also for those around themaEUR| Meanwhile, Jia Heming, still recovering, seethed with anger.

Yet Deputy Prefect Guan’s satisfaction only swelled further.

The Fan family, though outwardly accepting of the outcome, harbored deep dissatisfaction.

Formerly paying nominal taxes, they now faced a staggering sum, forced to declare 160,000 mu, a substantial burden.

This was a financial blow.

Were it not for Lord Shao’s unwavering stance, they would not have capitulated so readily.

Now, having concealed tens of thousands of mu, they salvaged what little dignity remained.

The Fan Clan, however, perceived no wrongdoing.

Shao had taken a sizable chunk from them; could they not resist?

Even if he were aware, turning a blind eye was expectedaEUR| This realization didn’t escape others’ notice.

Observing the Fan Clan’s ability to conceal such vast holdings, many were tempted to follow suit.

After all, who would complain of excess wealth?

Hoarding seemed the prudent choice, a long-term strategyaEUR| Buoyed by this scheme, Deputy Prefect Guan grew bolder.

Why should he pass up such a lucrative opportunity?

He congratulated himself on a job well done.

The resolution coincided with the approaching August 15th festival, with the autumn harvest following shortly after.

During the mid-autumn festival, Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan found themselves amidst a bustling gathering, far from the solitude of previous years.

Anan’s appearance seemed to evolve daily.

His once-small eyebrows now flourished, framing his fair and tender visage.

Adorable hardly captured his essence, particularly his captivating eyes, reminiscent of lustrous black grapes, shimmering with an enchanting watery allure capable of softening any heart.

Though not yet a month old, he couldn’t yet partake in moon-gazing, but he delighted in meeting the various guests.

Among them were Zheng Sangge, Ms.

Song, Ms.

Miao, and Qiaoqiao, all converging upon the state office for the festivities.

With the addition of Mianmian, Ah-Ye, Sun Bai, Sun Qian, Songshi, Lixia, Liqiu, and Caiyun, the atmosphere surpassed even that of the new year celebrations.

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