northernbook Chapter 22 Rewards
Chapter 22 Rewards
After receiving the silver, the father and daughter left Liuyue Pavilion and returned to the Xiao family.
"You're back?" Old Mrs. Xiao said, looking at Xiao Qinian as he walked into the courtyard.
"Yes, Mother, this is the money for today's soap sales, a total of 100 taels." After putting down his basket, Xiao Qinian took out a cloth bag from his bosom, which contained the silver he had earned from selling soap that day. He carefully opened the bag and handed the silver to Old Lady Xiao.
Old Mrs. Xiao took the silver, a hint of joy flashing in her eyes, but she did not put it away immediately.
The Xiao family members stared intently at the pile of silver ingots. Although they had earned a lot of money before, this was the first time they had ever seen such a vast fortune, and an indescribable excitement and exhilaration welled up in everyone's hearts.
"Today, the price for the soap is the same as before, one-tenth for each household, which is 10 taels," Old Lady Xiao gave each household two 5-tael silver ingots.
Looking at the heavy silver ingots in their hands, the members of the Xiao family couldn't help but tear up, their hearts filled with excitement and emotion.
"I never imagined that we'd have over ten taels of silver in savings in less than a month!" Liu Cui exclaimed in amazement. The others echoed her sentiments, expressing their agreement.
"Yes, if it were before, we would never have dared to imagine having such a life," Zhao Yindi said with emotion. Now that life is getting better and better, she can't help but feel hopeful for the future.
"This is 10 taels for Yue'er."
Xiao Siyue accepted the silver from Old Lady Xiao, thinking to herself that her little treasure trove was growing bigger and bigger, and she would work hard to fill her silver box as soon as possible.
After the silver was divided, Xiao Siyue quickly hid back in her room.
"System, I've completed the mission. What's the reward?" Xiao Siyue asked expectantly.
"Besides, I exceeded the target this time. I not only completed it within a month, but I also earned more than 100 taels. You wouldn't be so stingy as to not give me a reward, would you?"
"Host has exceeded the task requirements, reward 10 chili seeds." The system lived up to Xiao Siyue's expectations and immediately issued the reward.
"Chili seeds!" Xiao Siyue almost cried out in surprise. This was truly an amazing reward!
God knows, she's been here for several years and her mouth is practically tasteless. Who knows what it's like for someone who loves spicy food to go for years without it?
"System, where are the chili seeds?" Wasn't a reward given out? Where are they? Xiao Siyue looked around but couldn't find them.
"Host, the chili seeds are stored in the system space."
"Space? You actually have space!" Xiao Siyue exclaimed in disbelief.
"System, why didn't you mention having a spatial ability before?" She'd had the system for years, yet she knew absolutely nothing about it!
"The system space has always been there; the host didn't ask before." The system's emotionless electronic voice transmitted into Xiao Siyue's mind.
"No... okay, it's my fault." Xiao Siyue said helplessly.
"Then can I put my items into the system space?" Xiao Siyue thought. If she had space, she could put all her things in it and not have to worry about having too many things wherever she went. It would also be very convenient for her to do anything.
"No, the system space can only hold items awarded by the system," the system's ruthless reply interrupted Xiao Siyue's daydreams.
"Really, is it not possible?" Xiao Siyue was a little disappointed. She thought the space was the legendary kind that could not only store things but also grow plants. It turned out she had been thinking too much.
"System, how's the quality of the seeds I'm rewarded with? I hope they won't all die after I plant them." Xiao Siyue thought, if the survival rate of the 10 chili seeds is low, when will she be able to eat chili peppers?
"Host, please rest assured that the seeds rewarded by the system have a 100% survival rate."
"That's good." Xiao Siyue was relieved. As long as the survival rate was high, given the fruiting rate of chili peppers, there would soon be plenty of chili peppers to eat.
It was the perfect time to plant chili peppers, so she immediately planted the seeds.
Without hesitation, Xiao Siyue took the seeds and went to her own vegetable garden.
The Xiao family's vegetable garden is located behind the yard, covering about half an acre. It's currently filled with lush green cabbages and celery...
With only a few chili seeds, Xiao Siyue found a discreet spot, dug ten holes, planted the seeds, and watered the chilies before finishing.
She can't tell her family about these seeds yet; she needs to find a suitable time, otherwise she won't have an excuse. In the meantime, she has to keep an eye on them every day, lest they be pulled up by her family like weeds before they even sprout.
Looking at the chili peppers that had already been planted, Xiao Siyue suddenly had a craving for hot pot.
I'll make one sometime; even without chili peppers, it can still be enjoyed in clear broth.
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The rain was drizzling outside the window. Xiao Siyue sat on the edge of the bed, watching Xiao Qinian reading at his desk, and then looking at Lin Qin sitting on a stool beside him. It seemed like a peaceful and idyllic scene. Suddenly, Xiao Siyue remembered her past life.
She hadn't thought about her past life for a long time. Having lived in this world for several years, she seemed to have completely integrated into it.
In her past life, she was an orphan. From a young age, she knew that no one could help her and that she had to rely on herself for everything. She learned to read people's expressions and moods very early on.
He grew up with government assistance, was admitted to a decent university, worked part-time to support himself, and eventually became a working professional.
For several years after graduation, she focused on making money, with little social interaction, few friends, and no family ties. But after arriving in this world, she was no longer alone. She had a loving family, and she was very happy and grateful to the system.
Seemingly noticing that Xiao Siyue was looking at them, Xiao Qinian and Lin Qin turned to look at Xiao Siyue at the same time, their gazes tender.
"Yue'er, what's wrong?" Lin Qin's tone was full of concern. Just now, Xiao Siyue's gaze towards them seemed a little different.
“It’s nothing, Mother,” Xiao Siyue said, shaking her head.
"Mommy, I love you and Daddy so much!" Xiao Siyue finally couldn't help but run over and hug Lin Qin, resting her head on Lin Qin's shoulder, and said her heartfelt words in a soft voice.
"Silly child, your father and mother love you very much too." For some reason, Lin Qin turned her head to look at the stunned Xiao Qinian.
Xiao Qinian snapped out of his daze, a doting smile appearing on his face. He slowly stretched out his arms and whispered, "Yue'er, come here, let Daddy hug you."
Xiao Yue'er immediately rushed into Xiao Qinian's arms, her little face beaming with happiness and contentment. Xiao Qinian hugged his daughter tightly, gently patting her back, and a warm and harmonious atmosphere filled the family of three.