Chapter 166 Transmigrating with a Living Being

Chapter 166 Transmigrating with a Living Being

Perhaps it was because Jiang Yutang's actions tonight were too exciting, or perhaps it was because their pent-up feelings finally erupted, but the two were so excited that they barely slept all night.

Jiang Yutang leaned lazily against Cheng Lanzhou's warm chest, her fingertips unconsciously drawing circles on his well-defined skin.

She had barely started drawing when Cheng Lanzhou gently pressed down on her wrist.

He lowered his head and nibbled on her earlobe, his tone teasing: "If you keep making a fuss, you might really need someone to help you get out of bed tomorrow."

Jiang Yutang playfully punched him in the chest, then, remembering the conversation she had just overheard, her tone became serious.

"What were you talking about with your guards just now? Why did you mention the emperor?"

The smile on Cheng Lanzhou's face gradually faded, and his warm palm gently stroked her back. He remained silent for a long time before speaking.

"A secret letter has just arrived from the capital, saying that the Senu bandits in the north have suddenly broken the peace agreement and launched a major attack, putting the border defenses under strain. I am ordered to immediately dispatch half of the troops from Danzhou to provide support."

"What?"

Jiang Yutang blinked incredulously, her voice trembling with disbelief: "Danzhou is in the south, and the northern border is in the north. They are thousands of miles apart, practically worlds apart. Why would the court specifically send you there?"

Cheng Lanzhou sneered, a cold glint flashing in his eyes: "What else could it be? Those people in the court each have their own ulterior motives and are unwilling to easily mobilize their own troops, so they think of me, this 'exiled' idle man."

"Isn't this ridiculous!" Jiang Yutang sat up abruptly, her chest heaving with anger.

"They didn't even blink when they exiled you, but now that they need your manpower, they're clamoring for you to risk your life. What kind of logic is that! Don't go. Just write back saying that Danzhou has just been pacified, the banditry is still rampant, and distant water can't quench a nearby fire. Tell them to take care of themselves!"

Seeing her glaring angrily and standing up for him, Cheng Lanzhou felt a surge of warmth in his heart, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

He reached out and tucked Jiang Yutang's messy hair behind her ear, and slowly said, "What Madam says is true."

Seeing his calm tone, Jiang Yutang assumed he hadn't taken her words to heart, and became even more agitated. She flipped over and pinned him down, saying fiercely, "I'm telling you the truth! That old emperor is no good person at all; he's mean-spirited, ungrateful, and suspicious!"

Cheng Lanzhou raised an eyebrow, propped himself up, and gently stroked her cheek with his fingertip.

"You've never been involved in court politics, so how can you be so sure he's not a good person?"

“I…” Jiang Yutang stammered.

She couldn't very well say that she knew it from a book, could she? Cheng Lanzhou would definitely think she was crazy.

She pouted and turned her face away, acting spoiled: "I just know! You can't go wrong by listening to me, would I ever harm you?"

Cheng Lanzhou chuckled as he looked at her awkward yet earnest expression. He reached out and pulled her into a tight embrace, then lowered his head to place a gentle kiss on her smooth forehead.

Feeling the warmth of his embrace and his steady heartbeat, Jiang Yutang finally felt a little relieved.

She buried her face in Cheng Lanzhou's neck and whispered, "I have something else to tell you this time."

Cheng Lanzhou squeezed out a "hmm" from his chest.

“The farmland is growing exceptionally well thanks to the new fertilizer. My second brother and I are thinking of taking advantage of this momentum to set up another livestock farm, which will not only provide the camp with some meat, but also allow us to sell it at the market in the future.”

Cheng Lanzhou gently stroked her back with his palm: "I have heard about the success of the farmland. With this successful precedent, no one will object when your second brother proposes the breeding farm. Just go ahead and do it."

Upon receiving an affirmative answer, Jiang Yutang's eyes lit up, and she proudly added, "And my little shop, the shelves were empty in less than a week!"

Cheng Lanzhou chuckled softly, gently rubbing her cheek with his fingertips, his tone full of pride.

"Even in the military camp, your name has spread far and wide; everyone says you are a living bodhisattva."

"real?"

Jiang Yutang sat up abruptly, her eyes wide: "I wouldn't dare to be some kind of living bodhisattva, I just want everyone to live a more comfortable life."

She changed the subject, her face showing a hint of pleading: "But my parents are busy at the shop all day and have to rush back to the camp at night. It's too tiring for them to travel back and forth."

She paused for a moment, then looked at Cheng Lanzhou cautiously.

“I was thinking about whether we could get approval for the vacant land behind the shop, build a few houses, and let my family move out little by little so they can be closer to the shop.”

Cheng Lanzhou instantly understood her meaning, and twirled a strand of her hair between his fingers, remaining silent for a long time.

Land ownership in the military camp has always been strictly controlled, and it is not an easy task to obtain approval for building houses on land without authorization. Moreover, given their special status, it is not an easy matter to do so.

Seeing this, Jiang Yutang sighed softly and lowered her eyes: "I know this is difficult, if it really doesn't work..."

"It's not impossible."

Cheng Lanzhou suddenly spoke up: "Your shop has helped many people, and with your second brother's efforts and the support from the outer camp last time, these are all merits. I tried my best to negotiate with the higher-ups, saying that it is reasonable to solve the accommodation problem for meritorious officials."

Jiang Yutang's eyes lit up, and she leaned in to give him a big kiss on the cheek: "I knew you'd have a way!"

Before dawn the next day, Jiang Yutang left the military camp and hurried to the shop.

Before leaving last night, she told the Yun family that new goods would arrive today, and she needed to hurry back to the modern world before anyone was around.

As she passed by a chicken coop in the corner of the camp, it suddenly occurred to her that she might as well try to bring a live animal through the camp.

She quietly grabbed a chick, stuffed it into her large sleeve, rushed back to the shop, closed the door, and took out the book she had hidden earlier.

A familiar feeling of dizziness washed over her, and when she regained her balance, she was back in her own little shop in the modern world.

She felt a warm touch in her hand, and slowly opened her eyes. She saw the chick turning its head and chirping at her. She jumped up excitedly.

"It worked! It really can bring live creatures over!"

This success not only solved the problem of the farm's source of offspring, but also filled her with confidence for the future.

Thinking about building a house, plus the supplies for the breeding farm, the things that need to be brought will increase in the future, and there is simply no room in the current antique shop.

Jiang Yutang made a quick decision, opened a rental app, and rented a remote, deserted warehouse in the suburbs, specifically for storing supplies and preparing for the crossing.

After settling things at the warehouse, she immediately took a taxi to the town market.

After inquiring, I learned that livestock calves need to be pre-ordered, and it can take anywhere from half a month to three months to get them all.

She visited three farms, comparing prices and asking for advice on farming, becoming increasingly alarmed as she listened.

"Cows only produce one offspring a year, with the lowest reproductive rate. Sheep can have two litters a year, with two piglets per litter. Pigs are the most prolific, having two litters a year, with about fifteen piglets per litter, and thirty is not a problem."

The farm owner's words shocked Jiang Yutang: the modern breeding rate is much higher than in ancient times.

No wonder Danzhou has never developed; it is poor and backward in every aspect.

After careful consideration, she ordered eight cows, twenty sheep, and twelve pigs, agreeing with the boss to have them delivered in three separate trips.

After all, carrying too many living beings through the passage at once is too risky; splitting it into three trips is the safest option.

Out of curiosity and caution, she suggested that the owner send over a small lamb first. A chick is too small; she didn't want to fail just once, she wanted to try again to feel more at ease.

The thought that she could contribute to the future development of Danzhou filled Jiang Yutang with enthusiasm.