Chapter 177: I Just Want to Ask Some Questions

Chapter 177: I Just Want to Ask Some Questions

When she found the right opportunity, she could make another trip and use the money to buy all sorts of delicious treats for Steamed Rice Ball on Taobao.

Of course, there was no rush for now. Cui's residence wasn't going anywhere.

The most pressing matters at hand were removing Mo Zhongyuan's poison and settling her family's living arrangements.

The commotion in the Mo family was significant. Although the Fangs and Xies had no idea what had really transpired, they could tell that something was amiss.

Out of concern, Xie Tianhai and Fang Chuanzhou came over to investigate.

The Old Lady Mo considered it a blessing that her fifth son had returned from the dead and would need to be seen in public often. Thus, there was no reason to keep it a secret.

She briefly explained the situation to the two men.

Upon hearing the news, Xie Tianhai and Fang Chuanzhou genuinely rejoiced for the Mo family.

After learning about Mo Zhongyuan's memory loss, they consoled the Old Lady Mo before returning to their own camp.

The elderly Lady Mo glanced at the sky, realizing it was well past midnight. If they didn't rest, everyone would be too exhausted to face the challenges of the next day. Thus, she urged her family to retire for the night.

Now that Liang Hao and Mo Zhongyuan were new additions, the limited number of tents couldn't accommodate them all.

He Zhiran suggested that the elderly Lady Mo share the mule carriage with Mo Hanyue, while Fifth Brother and Fifth Sister-in-law Zhao Jiajia could stay in their tent. Liang Hao and the others would temporarily settle in the eastern house.

Everyone agreed without objection and returned to their designated resting places.

Just as He Zhiran turned around, Baozi latched onto her calf.

Mo Jiuya noticed the child's attachment to his wife and, with a sigh, bent down to pick him up. To his surprise, Baozi didn't resist his embrace.

With one hand holding He Zhiran and the other carrying Baozi, Mo Jiuya entered the tent.

Upon entering, He Zhiran eagerly tugged Mo Jiuya and Baozi into the spatial farm.

The lush greenery within the farm space immediately captivated Baozi, making him forget about clinging to his new master. With his tiny legs, he darted quickly towards the hillside.

He Zhiran had prepared tender bamboo shoots, carrots, and bowls of milk on the open ground of the farm for Fentun to enjoy once it grew tired from running.

At present, her priority was to formulate an antidote to cure Mo Zhongyuan of his poisoning as soon as possible.

After a night of research and experimentation, He Zhiran managed to complete the antidote just before dawn.

By then, Fentun seemed to have worn itself out, returning to the pair at a leisurely pace.

Upon inspection, He Zhiran found that all the food she had offered was now devoured by Fentun.

She promptly purchased more bamboo and bamboo shoots from Taobao Mall for the gluttonous creature.

Fentun was indeed a food enthusiast, easily distracted from its clinginess when presented with delectable treats.

Taking advantage of this moment, He Zhiran and Mo Jiuya freshened up before they exited the space with a well-fed Fentun in tow.

Outside, the sky was still dim, shrouded in a gray veil.

Several sisters-in-law were already awake, having lit a fire in the center of their tents to provide warmth for everyone.

With the comforting presence of his family, Mo Zhongyuan appeared much more energetic when he woke up this morning.

After a simple breakfast, Xie Tianhai and Fang Chuanzhou arrived.

Their intentions were similar to He Zhiran's; they planned to visit the Zhao and Zhou families in the village to inquire about renting a suitable place for temporary accommodation.

He Zhiran's antidote was already prepared. Her trip into the city with Mo Jiuya was merely a cover, a pretext to legitimize their need for the medicine in public.

With the antidote safely stored in her space, the couple saw no urgency in rushing to the city.

Thus, He Zhiran and Mo Jiuya decided to search for a residence in the village first and postpone their entry into the city until later.

Having made their decision, the two of them planned to enter the village alongside Fang Chuanzhou and Xie Tianhai.

Little did they expect that as He Zhiran and Mo Jiuya were about to depart, their path would be unexpectedly blocked by something soft and plump under their feet.

He Zhiran bent down lovingly to scoop up the adorable child, whispering gently, "Little Rice Ball, I have some business to attend to. Be a good boy and stay here until I return."

Wanwan blinked her large, dark eyes at her insistently, refusing to look away.

Mo Hanyue, observing the situation, tentatively reached out her hand towards the child. "Good boy, let me hold you, alright?"

The child glanced at He Zhiran and then at Mo Hanyue, seemingly understanding that his owner had tasks to attend to, and reluctantly nestled into Mo Hanyue's embrace.

With the child settled, Mo Jiuya and He Zhiran called Fang Chuanzhou and Xie Tianhai to join them for their visit to the village.

The three families in West Ridge Village were all located in close proximity. The Zhao and Zhou households stood opposite each other on either side of the village road. The Cui family occupied a larger area, situated right in the center of the village. As a result, the houses of the three clans formed a triangular pattern.

Given the events of the previous day, they had no intention of further interaction with the Cui family unless absolutely necessary. Thus, their aim was to rent from either the Zhao or Zhou family.

Arriving at the dividing point between the Zhao and Zhou households, the group looked around.

Xie Tianhai asked, "Niece-in-law, which side should we visit first?"

He Zhiran didn't rush to respond but wished to gather more information about both the Zhao and Zhou families first.

Coincidentally, at that moment, a woman emerged from the Zhao residence carrying a child.

He Zhiran strode forward, politely greeting the woman.

"Good morning, sister. I was assigned here by the authorities yesterday."

The woman glanced at He Zhiran nervously before turning away.

After such an early start, He Zhiran was not about to let this opportunity to gather information slip away.

Thus, she hurriedly followed after her.

"Sister, I'm no villain. I only wish to inquire about some matters."

The woman continued walking towards the Zhou family's residence, showing no intention of halting her pace.

"For inquiries, you should speak to Village Officer Cui. I know nothing."

From the woman's tone, it was clear that she held great fear for Village Officer Cui.

However, He Zhiran was not one to give up easily.

Concealed by the fold of her sleeve, she withdrew a small string of copper coins from her hidden space. Catching up to the woman, she slipped the coins into the woman's palm.

"Don't worry, elder sister," she said softly. "I only wish to ask you a few questions."

Feeling the substantial weight of the coins in her hand, the woman immediately halted her steps.

Her expression was conflicted. Tempted by the coins, she was simultaneously wary of being seen interacting with this stranger.

Just then, the infant in her arms began to cry.

It was only then that He Zhiran noticed the child's flushed face and runny nose.

The child must have caught a cold.

"Sister-in-law, the child seems to have caught a cold. Fortunately, I have some knowledge of medicine and possess the necessary herbs. I can offer my assistance."

Actually, He Zhiran was unaware that this woman had left the Zhao residence due to her child's illness and lack of funds for treatment. She intended to return to her natal family in the Jiang household, hoping to find a solution.

Indeed, the copper coins that He Zhiran just offered have greatly tempted her.

The number of copper coins was considerable, at least a hundred, which would be ample to cover the medical expenses for the child.