The destiny of all heavens begins in the Red Chamber

Wang Xifeng's phoenix eyes flashed with sternness, and she said disdainfully, "Could it be that Huan-ge'er dares to retaliate?"

As he spoke, a cold, fierce glint flashed in his eyes, clearly indicating that he harbored ill intentions.

"Don't misunderstand, it wasn't Huan-ge who took revenge!"

Jia Lian rolled his eyes at Wang Xifeng, annoyed, and said helplessly, "It's his gang of thugs who won't agree!"

"What a joke! They're just a bunch of thugs. Are you afraid of me, Second Master?"

Wang Xifeng was even more disdainful: "If we really push them too far, we can just call the government to arrest them all and see if they still dare to make a fuss then?"

"Hehe, once Second Madam takes away Huan-ge'er's way of making money, she will directly cut off most of the thugs' source of income. How will they react when they can't get enough to eat? Second Madam doesn't think they wouldn't dare to kill officials, does she?"

"I don't understand what you're saying, Second Master!"

Wang Xifeng asked in confusion, "We're just taking away Huan-ge'er's way of making money. How could we possibly cut off the source of income for most of the hooligans? What makes you say that?"

"Second Madam still doesn't understand what's going on outside!"

Jia Lian shook his head and said, "Now, Huan-ge'er's gang of thugs has split into several groups!"

"The reason they can still unite is because of Huan-ge'er!"

"If it weren't for Huan-ge'er taking charge and getting them to unite, they would have fallen apart in no time!"

"Once they're separated, many of the thugs who rely on Huan Ge'er's command and coordination to make a living will immediately stop earning money!"

"These guys are no pushovers. Does Second Madam think they wouldn't risk assassinating an official just to vent their dissatisfaction?"

Wang Xifeng's face turned pale upon hearing this, but she still stubbornly insisted, "What's the big deal? We can just bring more guards with us!"

"If they're still angry, what if they raise money to hire martial arts masters, or even just assassins?"

Jia Lian said irritably, "Second Madam, you should give up on this idea!"

"How come Huan-ge'er, a mere child, can command the obedience of so many thugs?"

Wang Xifeng remained undeterred and was still quite enthusiastic about making money.

"Because before these thugs made their fortunes, they followed Brother Huan!"

Jia Lian sighed, "In other words, besides their own abilities, Huan-ge'er's help and support were also significant in enabling them to become wealthy!"

"When you drink water, don't forget the well-digger; what people in the martial arts world value most is loyalty!"

"As long as you haven't fallen out with Huan-ge'er because of interests, you have to give him face!"

"Does Second Madam think that no powerful or influential people have tried to reap the benefits during this period?"

"As a result, all the envoys they sent out died mysteriously!"

At this point, he couldn't help but chuckle, "How many trusted confidants does Second Madam have that they can kill?"

"If we can't give them more support, why should they listen to Second Madam and give her money as a tribute for nothing?"

"With the Rong family's power and influence, their interests can be guaranteed!"

Wang Xifeng said proudly, "Isn't this enough?"

"But now, they can protect their own interests!"

Jia Lian chuckled and said, "Unless Second Madam can help them take it a step further!"

"Even if your uncle, Wang Ziteng, came here, he wouldn't dare make such a guarantee!"

Then, under Wang Xifeng's disapproving gaze, she briefly explained the ins and outs of the canal transport system and the affairs of the canal gangs.

Even so, Wang Xifeng was stunned and didn't know what to say for a moment.

Her gaze had always been fixed on the imperial court and the powerful and influential, and she had no idea that the Jianghu organizations in the countryside could develop to such an astonishing extent.

Even the powerful and influential Grand Canal Transport Commissioner dared not act recklessly!

Hearing this, Wang Xifeng was somewhat discouraged and temporarily gave up the idea of ​​seizing Jia Huan's money-making opportunities, knowing in her heart that it was somewhat unrealistic.

"Second Grandma, stop thinking about those unnecessary things!"

Jia Lian advised, "If you really want to make money, you should have a good talk with Huan-ge'er. I reckon he can provide you with a stable source of income!"

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Jia Huan was naturally unaware that Wang Xifeng coveted the money-making opportunities he possessed.

If they knew, they would definitely give a disdainful chuckle.

Are you crazy about money?

Do you think every place is the same as the Rong Mansion's inner quarters?

The power struggles and cutthroat competition outside are all about real, bloody battles.

Those greenhorns who have been through blood and fire have successfully evolved into江湖 heroes, some even becoming big shots in the underworld, and they are not easy to control.

Jia Huan is currently employing a strategy of checks and balances!

Moreover, this branch of the gang possesses the most mobile combat power, which is the main reason why those gang leaders who have already separated remain honest and polite.

But as time went on, even Jia Huan couldn't guarantee what would happen in the future.

This is where the advantages of the eight major estates become apparent.

He could easily support dozens or even hundreds of thugs, and meet their material needs for training in martial arts and improving their combat power, ensuring that the power Jia Huan controlled always maintained a significant advantage.

Putting aside other matters, Jia Huan is currently directing a tenant farmer on a farm to harvest all the wheat that is not yet fully ripe before the locust plague spreads on a large scale.

Rather than letting the locusts wreak havoc, it's better to harvest the wheat early and use it as livestock feed, making good use of it.

Of course, when he issued such an order, he was inevitably cursed as an idiot by the tenants.

Who's the idiot? Don't you have any self-awareness?

Once the locusts arrive on a large scale, all this wheat will be destroyed, and the farm will suffer a total crop failure. Do you think they would be kind enough to leave some for the tenants to enjoy?

Fortunately, the eight farms were not clustered together, otherwise the losses this time would have been enormous.

Based on the scale and momentum of the locust plague, three villages were able to avoid being ravaged by the locusts.

The other five farms were all within the reach of the locust plague, and they could not expect to escape it.

Jia Huan then made a ruthless decision and, before the locust army could fully arrive, preemptively harvested all the unripe wheat.

This move stunned everyone.

I've never seen anything like this before a locust plague; it's absolutely insane.

Not only did the tenants on the estate think this way, but the estate managers and tenants of the surrounding estates also shared the same sentiment, finding it quite unbelievable.

Jia Huan had no interest in paying attention to the misunderstandings of outsiders.

After the unripe wheat was harvested first, the locust plague swept across the land like a whirlwind.

Wherever the locust army passed, the fields were left in ruins and the harvest was basically lost.

Everywhere, the cries and wails of the tenants could be heard, but Jia Huan directed his tenants to set fire to the saturated wheat stalks when the locust army arrived, creating thick smoke that would kill swarms of locusts.

Locusts swept through, leaving widespread devastation!

This was no joke, but fortunately Jia Huan was very well prepared!

The coarse grains urgently transported from the south played a role in stabilizing morale at this time.

After the locust swarms passed, they immediately purchased a large number of livestock from the cattle and horse market and raised these creatures before the summer harvest, ensuring they had enough green wheat straw and immature wheat to feed them.

It can be said that after Jia Huan's antics, the losses have been minimal.

By the time the heads of the surrounding farms realized what was happening, it was too late for regrets. They had to rack their brains trying to figure out how to explain things to their employers and even ask them for financial assistance.

But without comparison, there is no harm!

If their owners were to see the Rong family's five estates teeming with cattle and sheep, roaming with pigs, and chickens and ducks everywhere, they probably wouldn't be in a very good mood.

Coincidentally, the 'anti-corruption storm' stirred up by Jia Huan at the end of last year is still having an aftereffect.

No one knows whether a disgruntled owner will take action against the incompetent estate manager.

These things have little to do with Jia Huan!

He was able to purchase grain from the south at normal prices, which was enough to meet the Rong family's daily needs, so the family didn't say much.

As for the supply of vegetables, aren't there three farms that haven't been affected yet?

Jia Huan had already made arrangements, planting a lot of seasonal vegetables there.

In fact, as long as the manor is willing to spend money, he can easily supply enough eggs and duck eggs.

I read too many farming novels in my past life; those authors were all geniuses.

Basically, the basic agricultural techniques, such as the maggot-raising technique specifically designed to increase egg production, are described clearly and explicitly in the novel.

Although Jia Huan could only recall the general outline, he easily succeeded by experimenting with the methods described in the novel.

Then, the farm's egg and duck egg production increased significantly, generating substantial income from this alone.

We could supply not just one Rong Mansion, but ten Rong Mansions.

It's a pity that even when the Rong family's main kitchen buys from outside, they refuse to purchase goods from the farm at normal market prices. What a bunch of shameless bastards!