Chapter 66: Is Xiao Fu Bao Disliked? The Whole City Loves Me With Their Lives
Chapter 66: Human Ingenuity
At this moment, if it were Prince Qing instead of Physician Liu, Suisui might have been too nervous to speak up.
But Physician Liu’s kindness gave her courage. Suisui raised her hand, pointed at the small bag, and asked quietly, “Grandfather Liu, I want that bag.”
[Including the things inside.]
The system, concerned that Physician Liu might only take the bag, quickly reminded Suisui.
Suisui obediently added, “And the things inside too!”
Feeling that she had finally spoken up, Suisui thought she could be a little more assertive. So, she said the last two words louder.
Afterward, the four burly men at the neighboring table looked over. Suisui, startled, immediately hid behind Physician Liu.
Physician Liu was somewhat surprised.
Throughout the journey, the little girl had been quiet and sensible. It was truly heartbreaking to see a five-year-old so mature.
What kind of life conditions would make a child this young so understanding?
Physician Liu had always encouraged Suisui to be less mature for her age. She was still a child!
Now that Suisui had mustered the courage to ask for something, Physician Liu thought, how could he not get it for her?
Even if it was a bit expensive, there was still the Sixth Young Master. If he couldn’t afford it, the prince Qi’s Mansion certainly could.
Feng Xuanrui had heard Suisui’s request. The young master had initially stood up but, seeing the four burly men still armed, decided to sit back down. He then looked at Prince Qing.
Prince Qing: ?
Remembered me when scared?
Feng Xuanrui gave a well-behaved smile. Prince Qing, shaking his head in resignation, turned to look at Physician Liu.
Physician Liu smiled back and then walked over to the neighboring table.
The four men, dressed as traveling merchants, needed further verification of their identities. Physician Liu approached them, exchanged pleasantries, and confirmed they were indeed merchants before inquiring about the contents of the bag.
When the topic was brought up, the initially friendly atmosphere at the table suddenly stiffened.
The four burly men immediately looked troubled. The older man, who had been chatting amicably with Physician Liu, wiped his face and sighed, “To be honest, we were heavily deceived this time!”
“They charged us a huge sum, claiming the stuff was excellent and could be used in any way.”
“We thought, since it’s just a small bag, we’d buy it.”
“They charged us 150 taels of silver for this bag!”
“If it weren’t for the fact that it was a new item, who would dare buy it?”
“And now, we’re stuck with it!”
...
“To be honest, we have a conscience and don’t want to deceive people. We planned to find someone to resell it, but our conscience won’t allow it!”
...
The burly man started wiping tears. It was evident he was deeply distressed about being deceived.
Why were they deceived?
Because they found that the contents of the bag had killed a rabbit after eating them!
Who would dare to try it?
No matter how enticing the sales pitch was, the fact that it could kill was enough to scare anyone off.
After understanding the whole situation, Physician Liu’s expression became serious.
If it could kill a rabbit, was it safe for children?
Physician Liu, still uncertain, looked at Suisui, who was nervously and eagerly watching him. Seeing Prince look her way, her eyes brightened significantly, and she straightened her back, clearly hoping for good news.
Seeing her hopeful expression, Physician Liu’s resolve firmed up. As a Physician, he felt he should keep a close watch and ensure the children didn’t ingest anything harmful.
Deciding to buy it despite the risk, he negotiated a high price of 50 taels of silver for the remaining half-bag.
The merchant, though regretful, couldn’t refuse Physician Liu’s firm stance. He kept emphasizing that the contents were not edible and could be dangerous.
Once the purchase was completed, Prince discovered the bag had a sour, decomposed smell.
Had it gone bad?
Would it be entirely spoiled?
New species were hard to assess.
But for the sake of the children, Physician Liu decided to process it despite the smell.
Suisui didn’t understand what to do with the spoiled contents.
[Not all is spoiled. Keep the sprouting parts as intact as possible and clean them with a knife.]
...
The system provided simple guidance.
Though Physician Liu had never seen potatoes before, he was familiar with other crops. He assessed that the sprouting parts might still be viable.
He wondered what kind of flowers they might produce.
Using his experience, he carefully prepared the remaining potatoes, ensuring the sprouting parts were left intact.
Even the system was impressed by human ingenuity!
The sprouting potatoes were ready. Next?
Relying on his experience with herbs, Physician Liu had the servants find some clay pots and successfully planted the sprouting potatoes.
System: ...
Is this human ingenuity?
It’s almost identical to normal potato sprouting and planting!
Just wait for the sprouts to grow and then transplant them to the field!
The system remained silent, and Suisui didn’t understand the details.
She only knew that Physician Liu was very impressive. She cheerfully praised him, “Grandfather, you’re amazing!”
“Grandfather, you know how to do this too!”
“Grandfather, you planted them so well!”
...
Physician Liu was quite flattered by her repeated praise. If it weren’t for the limited quantity of potatoes, he felt he could plow another two acres of land!
In contrast, Feng Xuanrui’s youthful face was twisted with dissatisfaction.
He thought: What’s so impressive about it?
It’s just planting things!
He could do it too!
Just wait and see. He’d dig up the little garden in his mother’s courtyard and let his sister plant whatever she wanted!
Qi Wangfei: Such a filial son, I thank you!
End of Chapter 66
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