Quick Transmigration: Leisure

Chapter 645 The Mad Daily Life of a Deposed Concubine in the Cold Palace (Part 17)

“Master, smell this! How could this be a desolate courtyard where you're locked up? It's like living the life of a god! No one to bother you, and no work to do.” The little eunuch leaned against the corner of the wall and took a deep sniff of the fragrance in the air.

The old eunuch, addressed as "Master," narrowed his eyes, adopting a profound expression. He gently shook his head, not forgetting to lower his voice as he replied, "All you care about is food? Have you even come up with any moral lessons?"

"Hehe." The little eunuch's smile was simple and honest, but his eyes were full of respect.

"Stupid!" The old eunuch was annoyed that he wasn't clever enough, but he was also quite pleased. It was not easy to find a loyal disciple; being too outstanding would easily attract hatred. There were countless examples of this in the palace.

He understood the situation clearly, which is why he found a way to stay away from the core of the conflict and avoid the limelight in the cold palace.

in addition,

Who doesn't know in private that Eunuch Minde tacitly approved of that person's act of providing financial assistance?

You bring firewood, I bring a stove; fruits and vegetables are prepared in various ingenious ways. In addition, there are always cats of all kinds standing guard on the palace walls, clearly recognizing one of the empresses as their master, watching any unsuspecting creature approach.

in this way,

Wouldn't we have to smooth things over with these little cat owners?

In short, everyone relies on their own abilities, and when they occasionally bump into each other, they all tacitly understand each other's situation.

Those with a knack for it would secretly form partnerships with others through various channels, offering them combinations of resources marked with simple symbols, such as soap, soapberry, and soapnut. Although the people inside might look down on these inferior goods, they gradually figured out the pattern and found that the person among them preferred the raw materials that were easier to obtain. Occasionally, they would even get some finished products when delivering raw materials, mostly scraps, but they were still precious to look at and use.

It's truly more effective than any of the jade-like fragrance creams used by imperial concubines. It's a pity that we should be more sensible since we've received feedback; we shouldn't sell it or spread the news to others.

Otherwise, the carefully built bridge of friendship will collapse.

They had truly witnessed it; those with ulterior motives couldn't wait until the day after tomorrow, their future inexplicably cut off.

They even staged a "silent sufferer" situation, unable to find any evidence.

Within this small, turbulent circle, the most crucial channel for information was the senior eunuchs who, based on their experience, could move from the shadows to the light and place their young apprentices in this area.

You should know that the meals sent to the person inside have never stopped. Even if there were things that were deliberately difficult in the past, they have basically returned to normal now. However, the person still doesn't use them often. As a result, the eunuch guarding the gate has benefited.

His little apprentice had nothing to worry about and even ate extra meals every day, which made him gain weight quickly.

The best part was that no one dared to steal it. At first, the old eunuch thought it was because his prestige still lingered and could extend to the entire area.

Later, something seemed amiss, and they assumed it was because the young apprentice had stood up and dared to fight with those who were trying to steal food.

That's also unreasonable.

Finally, with his guidance, the little eunuch realized that because he often greeted the cats, occasionally served them, and was an honest person who at most craved the taste of the food while leaning against the wall, he had never behaved disrespectfully. That's why the cats helped him win the snatch.

The person scrambling for food was afraid of Meow Meow Punch, not because he waved it a couple of times and growled in a low voice, looking utterly foolish.

He usually makes his moves with his eyes closed, so much so that he doesn't realize it's over until he can't hear the cats finish their fight. By then, the cats have already retreated, leaving only the still-warm dishes behind.

When his master came to visit him, he had seen too many of his unambitious, gluttonous slurping behavior and assumed that he hadn't eaten enough.

Later I found out that the people inside actually tacitly allowed him to give them the food that couldn't be delivered.

Grateful, the young eunuch had no intention of moving closer. When his master asked him why, he couldn't answer. He was simply captivated by the irresistible fragrance and felt dizzy.

Gradually, they even developed a set of tricks for inhaling different flavors of air.

Even Xia Youmi had to admit that this person knew how to enjoy life.

Some dishes simply can't hide their aroma, and they taste slightly inferior because they are passively fed, and the utensils and ingredients available at the time are not enough to create a high-quality dish.

However, Nian Nian and its companions, along with the eunuch outside the wall, were completely content.

Xia Youmi can suppress her appetite when it's not necessary, and just try to maintain her good health.

I really didn't mean to provoke the people around me.

Some things, like the aroma of roasted sweet potatoes, are due to her excellent cooking skills? As long as they're not burnt, it's just the natural quality of the ingredients themselves.

No wonder she.

but,

Such a coarse way of eating was rare in the palace; most of the time, it was boiled into a sweet potato soup to enjoy its refreshing taste.

It's a different story if a wealthy family suddenly wants to broaden their horizons and tries various baking methods in their small kitchen. They eat these for several days and end up with unbearable bloating, too ashamed to show their face to anyone.

Anyway, I don't dare to blame her directly.

Xia Youmi also had a headache, since some cats really loved eating sweet potatoes, but she still had to control the amount she fed them.

It's only natural that those who eat more refined food would find it even harder to resist.

......

As December arrives, the chill can no longer be hidden.

Every year, they would find all sorts of cloth and materials, and as soon as they took control of the yard, they would work together to patch up all the leaks and even cover them up with mud, which caused the ground in the yard to sink in.

At the beginning,

They debated for a long time whether to use the land as a "cellar" to store food for the winter, or to dig it into a pond and raise some fish in it as a scenic spot.

Ultimately, it came down to the terrain and soil conditions that determined the site was only suitable for storage.

To avoid disappointing them, Xia Youmi used a large basin to create a small pond on the ground next to the well, making it convenient to change the water.

There really were some amazing cats who went to the pond together and found a small fish. It was quite delicate-looking, like a little princess of the fish school who had accidentally been separated from her.

Originally intended as food, it took a lot of care to raise it for several days, healing its wounds and adjusting the water temperature.

It's truly heartbreaking that such a thin bond has developed between different species; the cats can't bear to part with it.

then,

This fish has successfully joined the family.

She also taught the new, clueless cat to respect Princess Little Fish. If it really wanted to drink, it could only lick a few mouthfuls of water carefully and not scare her, otherwise it wouldn't get any water to drink in the future.

As the weather turns cold, those who were initially delighted by the arrival of the new member inevitably feel worried.

They also have a layer of fur, which allows them to move around with blankets and stoves. Fish have it tough, so when busy preparing for winter, one has to think carefully about how to help the fish survive the cold winter.

Fortunately, the knowledge system is rich and varied, so the readily available miscellaneous items are not a difficult problem.

Wrap a thick layer of insulation around the wooden basin, then cover it with a cap, following the principle of storing heat during the day and carrying it at night, and the fish will gradually grow bigger.

That is,

The constant clanging and banging of repairs inside the courtyard inevitably reached those outside the walls.

Xia Youmi would occasionally sing opera tunes or communicate haphazardly with Niannian.

They always managed to fool them, thinking that the person's madness was getting worse!

I'm afraid this private flattery is unreliable, and there's been no response. Some people who no longer want to invest have withdrawn and stayed away from this place of trouble. They even went so far as to denigrate Leng Gong, calling him a money-devouring beast who only takes in and never gives out.

This has deterred yet another wave of people who were planning to follow the trend.

They have no idea that Xia Youmi and Niannian can see through the true nature of things.

Those whose character is questionable will not receive a response, and even those who are honest but can't keep their mouths shut will not get a direct response from Xia Youmi.

For example, the gluttonous eunuch guarding the gate, after deducting the small portion of food needed by the cats and fish, received a subsidy because he was trustworthy. However, this "recruitment" was only done by the cat from beginning to end. Regardless of whether he was enlightened or not, he was a rare and reliable person to receive such treatment.

Even so, we cannot discern any underlying principles.

It's not uncommon for the person who received the response to refrain from revealing it.

Even if they misjudged the situation or the other party changed their mind, they didn't care, as they left no evidence or traces to check.

Big deal,

They said that a deity sent a messenger cat to earth to help her.

On the spot, Niannian led her core team, skilled in escaping, to demonstrate how to retrieve materials from someone else's warehouse and present them to them.

She can also clear her name.

Anyway, we didn't go out, and no outsiders came in.

What the cat gave you is not something to take or accept; it's a blessing from the gods, a way to erase your past sins.

By then,

The cats that ran away from the palace had already chosen their hideouts, and with the right timing and location, they wouldn't be easily caught and hidden away.

Faith is enough to move everything, let alone a direct miracle; people don't even have time to kneel and worship.

Xia Youmi wouldn't be punished; she didn't want to be left in the vortex, which is why she didn't want to use her supernatural abilities so easily.

although,

The plan was carefully laid out in various corners of the palace to prevent any oversights from being exposed.

However, Xia Youmi and Niannian's core purpose was to wait for the main storyline to subside in the palace, then take revenge on or repay those they had bullied according to the severity of their crimes, and to further torment Feng Chengyuan's mind so that he would no longer believe in the beauty of his dreams.

In the future, endless freedom awaits.

As for,

Xia Youmi had never considered a life where she could climb up to the male and female leads and use that momentum to leave the capital, or follow them around solving cases. She could borrow a bit of the plot's halo in the capital.

but,

Given her status and position, it's impossible for her to be taken in by the current Fifth Prince, who is a native of the area.

Even if he is a detective, an apprentice, a bodyguard, or a cook.

There's no way they can benefit from it.

If he's a love-struck, kind-hearted person, and has a special gentlemanly spirit of helping others achieve their goals.

Therefore, Xia Youmi's fate is nothing more than being smuggled to the Ninth Prince, or given to his good seventh brother, or perhaps, because she has given enough, she is accepted and eventually betrothed to one of her disciples.

Since they have no sovereignty, even if they struggle for half their lives with all their might, they can't escape the gentle touch of fate. Even after the male and female protagonists' halo is exhausted, they still have their own heavy original halo.

Even the younger brother, Nian Nian, understood that his older brother's good friend would not live that way.

It only knows how to make every meal delicious and clean, and it has mastered the core technique of smoothing its fur. To be honest, even the eldest brother's fur-licking cannot replace it.

So that

These days, recognizing a younger brother and having him lick your hair is just a formality; you still have to come to her for the rest of the rewards.

That technique, the slurping sound, I can't forget it.