Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home
Chapter 1934

Chapter 1934: Hunting in the Mountains Chapter 1934: Hunting in the Mountains Editor: Henyee Translations As expected, upon learning that they would need to purchase the seeds with their own funds, many individuals hesitated once again.

Indeed, the cost was not exorbitant.

Their families could afford it.

Yet, what if the endeavor didn’t yield profits?

Numerous medicinal herbs required two or even three years to mature.

If the venture proved unprofitable, wouldn’t it be a waste?

Though the expense wasn’t significant, it was still money!

Ultimately, only a handful of people were genuinely willing to commit to planting two or three mu of medicinal herbs and register with Songshi.

On average, there were merely two or three families per village willing to participate.

The largest village boasted five families, while some had none at all.

As Songshi prepared to relay the outcome to Qiao Xuan, she greeted him with a smile and a nod.

“Just as I anticipated, the number of participants is sufficient.

Keep track of the list, and remember to provide me with updates.” Relieved that he wasn’t reprimanded, Songshi readily agreed.

Come early December, with favorable weather prevailing, Qiao Xuan’s long-awaited desire was finally realized.

Shao Yunduan seized the opportunity to venture into the mountains for a hunt, accompanied by Ah-Ye, Zheng Sangge, Wu Guan, Mianmian, Lixia, while Sun Bai, Sun Qian, and Hang Xingshan remained behind to safeguard the state office.

Anan was still too young to accompany them into the mountains.

Before dawn, the group of nearly 20 individuals mounted their horses and set out.

Their destination this time was Mili Town, situated over 60 miles away from Anze Prefecture City.

The surrounding mountains boasted expansive stretches, with verdant valleys and lush forests teeming with wildlifeaEUR”their prime hunting grounds.

Given the expedition, they naturally opted for the finest location available.

Furthermore, Shao Yunduan hadn’t had the chance to visit Anze Province since his arrival, making it an opportune moment for him to observe the local populace.

Disguised as ordinary merchants and affluent families, the journey proved arduous, taking over an hour and a half to traverse the rugged terrain to reach Mili Town.

The Taoli Ridge region they intended to explore was still another hour away from Mili Town.

After indulging in breakfast at Mili Town, they pressed onward.

Before venturing into Taoli Ridge, they left the carriage and horses at the Land Officer’s residence in the nearest village, opting to spend the night there.

Half a day had elapsed by this point, rendering it impractical to delve into the mountains.

With winter prevailing, spending the night in the deep forests and rugged terrain was out of the question.

Safety concerns aside, the biting cold could prove fatal.

They could only spend the night and embark on their mountain expedition early the next morning.

After settling in, Qiao Xuan and Shao Yunduan took a stroll around the village.

Despite the abundance of mountains and scarcity of fields in Anze Province, the scenery was truly captivating.

Even within this modest village, there were sights that ignited one’s senses.

The mountains echoed with the calls of cuckoos, and wild cherry trees dotted the landscape.

Though currently barren, one could envision the breathtaking beauty that awaited with the arrival of spring, when verdant hills and flowing rivers would come to life.

Following a restful night at the Land Officer’s residence, save for missing Anan, everything proceeded smoothly.

Anan was in the capable hands of the nanny and maids, so there was no cause for concern.

He wasn’t too young anymore to spend a night away from his mother, and Qiao Xuan forced herself to put aside any lingering worries.

Children deserved indulgence, but there was no harm in teaching them resilience.

As the sky once again dawned hazy, the group prepared to depart.

The winter chill of the early morning was piercing, clinging to their faces and hands with bone-chilling intensity.

Their breaths formed clear puffs of white air in the crisp atmosphere.

Thankfully, their thick clothing provided ample warmth, offering comfort as they ventured forth.