The people couldn't believe it. Meat, they must have not eaten meat for a year or two. This must be a dream, otherwise why would they smell meat?
The people in the city and outside the city all stopped what they were doing and stood there blankly, sniffing hard and looking at the two cauldrons at the city gate, their eyes bright astonishingly.
Not only them, but also the official who cooked the porridge couldn't bear the smell. He kept his head far away from the edge of the pot for fear of accidentally dripping saliva into it.
"Mom, this chicken porridge is so fragrant. I have never eaten such fragrant chicken, and I don't know how the lady made it..."
Shi Lei on the side couldn't help but nod after hearing his words. Indeed, the fragrance couldn't help but penetrate his nose in the direction of the wind. If he hadn't been strong enough, he would have put his head in and ate it.
As soon as Jiang Miao and Shen Yanqing came out, they saw the greedy faces of everyone. She thought of Shen Yanqing eating meat a few days ago. The man who always restrained his appetite was tired of the bland white porridge and started to eat it. The braised chicken rarely comes with a rush.
Jiang Miao was funny and distressed at the same time. If Zhenjiang Mansion was not revitalized, they would have to continue to live frugally. Jiang Miao always loved food, so letting her eat plain porridge all day might not kill her.
"Now crops have been planted in the fields. After the houses are built and everyone has settled down, they have to prepare for work. Otherwise, they will remain poor and cannot even eat meat."
After the wealthy businessmen in Zhenjiang Prefecture moved away with their families, the economy was hit hard. Now the city is mostly populated by ordinary people. If you want to revitalize the economy, you still need the government to take the lead, and Shen Yanqing has been prepared for this.
"Well, in two days I will ask Liang Duo to draw up regulations and start recruiting workers."
"good."
While the two of them were talking, they had already reached the city gate. Shi Lei saw the two of them from the corner of his eye and quickly stopped his greedy look. He also wiped the corner of his mouth with his sleeve, fearing that he would be embarrassed if he drooled.
"I have met your lord, madam!"
"No need to be polite."
Shen Yanqing nodded slightly and asked Shi Lei to stand up. Jiang Miao looked at the porridge in the pot. The plump rice grains were mixed with the golden chicken. The fragrance of the rice mixed with the fragrance of the chicken made people salivate.
"Is the porridge almost ready?"
"As far as I'm concerned, madam, it's ready!"
This official was still young, and they would trust anyone who gave them a full meal. Therefore, when the officials saw Jiang Miao and Shen Yanqing, they all looked respectful.
"Well, let the common people come over to get food. It rained last night, so today's chicken porridge is a celebration. To celebrate that our Zhenjiang Prefecture is getting better and better, and we can eat meat every day in the future!"
As soon as Jiang Miao's words came out, the crowd became excited. They wanted to eat meat every day. What a great expectation. They used to think that they could have enough to eat. Eating meat was too luxurious and they didn't even dare to think about it.
But Jiang Miao's words are magical and make people believe them unconsciously, so the people also have confidence in eating meat every day. What if Master Shen and Mrs. Shen can really do it?
In the first two months, they were short of food and water, and they thought they would not survive the summer. But because of the arrival of Shen Yanqing and Jiang Miao, they now not only have food, but also land and houses.
Nowadays, life is getting more and more promising, and Jiang Miao has longed for and looked forward to the days when they can eat meat every day. As long as they work hard, life will definitely get better and better.
The people lined up in front of the pot, everyone holding a bowl and looking forward to it. The one who got the porridge first didn't care about burning his mouth, and immediately picked it up and took a big sip.
"So... delicious, so fragrant... hiss!"
While it was sizzling hot, he was sipping the porridge with a big mouthful of satisfaction. Such fragrant chicken porridge was said to be divinely delicious.
Those who didn't eat had envy on their faces, watching him finish the drink in three or two gulps, even licking the bottom of the bowl clean.
"It would be great if I could drink it every day..."
After a bowl of porridge, the stomach was only half full. Many people didn't leave after finishing the meal, staring at the big pot, as if looking at it twice would make them full.
The people behind me learned the lesson, and when they got to the porridge, they resisted the urge to devour it. They took small sips of the porridge, eager to eat them one by one. The shredded chicken had to be chewed a hundred times before they were willing to swallow it.
"It smells so good. The old man has never tasted such fragrant porridge in his entire life. It's worth dying for now!"
The gray-haired old man in the crowd burst into tears while eating porridge. His tears contained the joy of surviving the disaster and the hope for the future life. Although the words he spoke were exaggerated, they were the aspirations of the people of Zhenjiang Prefecture.
Jiang Miao and Shen Yanqing stood side by side, looking at everyone's hearts full of complexity. The people didn't have much request, they just wanted to have enough food and clothing, and be free from illness and disaster. As a parent official, Shen Yanqing had more things to do.
A lot, and the burden on his shoulders is still very heavy.
A bowl of chicken porridge not only inspired the people's motivation, but also won the hearts of the people for Shen Yanqing. Now the people have unprecedented respect for Shen Yanqing and Jiang Miao. They are not stupid and know who is good to them, so these people work hard.
Come and work harder.
Because there are enough manpower, the house in Zhenjiang Prefecture is about to be completed. Now it has reached the final stage. All the sweet potatoes in the field are alive, and the vegetable seeds that have been scattered are gradually sprouting after being exposed to the rain. Jiang Miao stares at the corn every day.
Tomatoes and watermelons were so excited to see the sprouts popping out of the ground.
"It's sprouted, the seeds have sprouted!"
She pulled Shen Yanqing's arm and shouted excitedly. Although Shen Yanqing didn't know what Jiang Miao planted, he knew from her expression that these seeds must be good things. They might be as precious as sweet potatoes and potatoes, so in his heart
Very happy too.
"In a few months we will be able to eat watermelon, tender corn, and scrambled eggs with tomatoes are also good..."
Jiang Miao carefully counted the delicacies in her memory, and the corners of her mouth became wider and wider. How could she be unhappy when the food she thought she would never see again suddenly appeared.
Shen Yanqing looked at her lovingly, holding her hand to prevent her from slipping. Jiang Miao's clothes were stained with mud, but she didn't care now. She even looked at the mountains and had another idea in her mind.
.
"Mushrooms will grow on the mountains after it rains. Why don't we go see if there are any?"
It's been a long time since I've eaten vegetables, so Jiang Miao thought mushrooms would do the trick.
"good."
Shen Yanqing nodded and agreed that as long as he was with Jiang Miao, he could go anywhere.
The two went back to the county government office to get a basket. Liang Duo heard that the two were going to pick mushrooms on the mountain. He was worried that the road on the mountain was slippery and they would fall, so he sent Li Biao to follow them to protect their safety. Li Biao agreed and now
Shen Yanqing and Jiang Miao are the hope of revitalizing Zhenjiang Mansion, and their personal safety is the most important thing.
Jiang Miao and Shen Yanqing did not refuse. Jiang Miao smiled and thanked Li Biao, making Li Biao's face turn red.
"Madam, what you said is a disgrace to my subordinate. Protecting you and your Excellency is what I should do."
"Okay, I won't say anything anymore. I'll reward you with mushroom soup when you find the mushrooms."
When he heard about the food, Li Biao's eyes suddenly lit up with excitement on his face.
"Okay, thank you, madam. I will protect the safety of you and your lady!"
