Transmigrated into a slave? I raised a frontier war god while pioneering new lands.

After hesitating for a moment, Shen Zhi finally ate all the chicken on the plate, and also ate several steamed buns and flatbreads.

This was arguably the most satisfying meal he had since returning home.

While he was eating, Xu Qinghe didn't stop talking. She recounted how she brought the child up the mountain and then told him about Shen's mother's visit.

Just when she thought Shen Zhi would resent her for overstepping her authority and meddling, Shen Zhi suddenly said, "You did a great job."

Xu Qinghe immediately looked at him in surprise, but Shen Zhi remained calm, saying, "Since I've entrusted the family to you, you're in charge of the family affairs."

"No matter who it is, you can make the decision for me."

Hearing him say that, Xu Qinghe finally felt relieved and then began to share her day's gains with him.

"This is the Ganoderma lucidum I found today. I'm thinking of taking it to town to sell tomorrow. How much do you think I can get for it?"

Shen Zhi narrowed his eyes as he looked at the Ganoderma lucidum that Xu Qinghe had pulled out of the rice jar, and asked somewhat unconsciously, "Did you find this?"

Xu Qinghe nodded calmly, "Yes, we searched for a long time before we found it."

Seeing the calm expression on Xu Qinghe's face, Shen Zhi relaxed his guard and said, "Judging from the condition, it should sell for seven or eight taels."

"Seven or eight ounces?"

Xu Qinghe was immediately surprised. If it was seven or eight taels, then she should be able to gather almost all the daily necessities for the household.

"Then I'll go to town and sell it tomorrow. Also, can I sell the pears and chanterelle mushrooms I found today?"

Seeing Xu Qinghe's eager expression, Shen Zhi calmly nodded, "Yes."

Upon hearing Shen Zhi's words, Xu Qinghe's smile widened even more. "Then I'll go and sell them all tomorrow."

"What time are you going to the garrison tomorrow? Could you call me? I want to go with you."

Looking into Xu Qinghe's bright eyes, Shen Zhi agreed without hesitation and then began to clear the table of dishes.

Xu Qinghe was about to rush to help when Shen Zhi gently dodged her, saying, "You've had a long day, take a rest."

At this moment, Xu Qinghe didn't feel tired at all; all she could think about was how to make money. "I'm not tired."

"Even if you're not tired, take a rest." After saying that, Shen Zhi took the bowl and chopsticks and went out the door.

Xu Qinghe glanced at his tall back, hesitated for a moment, then turned around and started packing up the things she was going to sell tomorrow. She really couldn't sit still without money in her hands.

Shen Zhi, standing outside, watched Xu Qinghe bustling about inside and couldn't help but sigh softly. This girl really can't sit still.

By the time Xu Qinghe finished packing up the things she was going to sell the next day, Shen Zhi had already finished the work in the yard.

Seeing her come out, he reminded her, "There's hot water in the pot, you can wash up first, I'll take them for a walk by the river." After saying that, he picked one up and carried the other away.

Xu Qinghe knew they were going to the river to bathe, so she ignored them, locked the door, and started getting ready.

After she finished getting ready, Shen Zhi also returned with the two children. Just like yesterday, Xu Qinghe slept inside with the two little ones, while Shen Zhi stayed outside and slept in the woodpile in the kitchen.

Before they knew it, it was the next morning. Before dawn, Xu Qinghe heard Shen Zhi calling, "Qinghe, Qinghe."

As soon as Xu Qinghe opened her eyes, she saw Shen Zhi's angular face through the hazy light.

"It's market day in town today, let's go early, and I'll bring you back after we've sold everything."

Upon hearing this, Xu Qinghe immediately understood Shen Zhi's meaning. She had a lot of things to buy today, and it was indeed unsafe for a young woman to carry so many things in the chaotic border region.

Realizing what was happening, Xu Qinghe got out of bed without hesitation and prepared to put on her shoes.

Seeing how anxious she was, Shen Zhi quickly comforted her, "There's still plenty of time, no rush."

Xu Qinghe nodded as she listened, and quickly tidied herself up. Soon, a girl with yellowish skin and bright eyes appeared in front of Shen Zhi.

Just as Shen Zhigang was about to say, "Let's go!" Xu Qinghe called out to Shen Chengyue, "Chengyue, I'm going to town with your father to sell Ganoderma lucidum. You stay home with your younger brother and wait. I'll lock the door from the outside, and no matter what noises are outside, don't open it."

Upon hearing that Xu Qinghe was leaving, Shen Chengyue unconsciously clenched his fists. Then, a warm hand landed on his head, and a doting voice came from behind him, "Be good, I'll be back in two hours at most."

Upon hearing Xu Qinghe's words, Shen Chengyue's tense emotions finally relaxed, and he said in a hoarse voice, "Then hurry up."

Xu Qinghe: "Don't worry! I promise I'll be back soon and bring you some delicious food." After saying that, she followed Shen Zhi away.

Shen Zhi, carrying a basket on his back, looked at Xu Qinghe who was locking the door and said with some confusion, "Actually, you didn't need to call him."

Xu Qinghe asked in surprise, "Why is it unnecessary?"

"What if they wake up and can't find us, and think we've abandoned them?"

"If I wake him up now, at least they'll know where we've been and won't worry about us abandoning him."

Seeing that Xu Qinghe spoke eloquently, Shen Zhi wisely refrained from saying anything more, but under Xu Qinghe's influence, he also learned to report his whereabouts before going out.

Although it was still dark, Xu Qinghe's fear lessened with Shen Zhi by her side, and the two of them walked towards the town, stumbling along the dark path.

When we arrived in town, it was already light out, and judging by the time, it should have been just past dawn.

Xu Qinghe looked at the shops that weren't open yet, then looked up at Shen Zhi and asked, "Where are we going now?"

"Let's go to the market." With that, he led Xu Qinghe to the town's market.

Because it's a border region, the markets here are much more lively than those in Kyoto, offering all sorts of things.

As Xu Qinghe followed Shen Zhi toward the vegetable market, she observed the surrounding environment.

I found that the first people to arrive were selling vegetables, followed by all kinds of meat, mountain products, seeds, and rare items from abroad.

Shen Zhi quickly found a spot and efficiently laid out the things Xu Qinghe had brought.

Watching his practiced movements, Xu Qinghe couldn't help but ask in a low voice, "Did you used to sell here often?"

Shen Zhi: "Not often, maybe once or twice."

Xu Qinghe simply said "oh" and didn't ask any further questions.

This was her first time selling things at the market. Because she was unfamiliar with the rules here, she didn't dare to speak up and just observed quietly.

Upon seeing someone hawking their wares, they immediately joined in, shouting, "Come and see! Freshly picked pears and chanterelle mushrooms, limited quantities, first come, first served!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Shen Zhi looked at her in surprise, seemingly not expecting her to be so uninhibited.

Xu Qinghe acted as if she hadn't noticed the scrutiny in his eyes and continued to greet people as she pleased.

Soon, two women carrying baskets came over. Xu Qinghe first looked at their clothes to determine their target market, and then began to promote her products.