novelraw Chapter 566: Small Favors
Chapter 566: Small Favors
Rabbit shed.
Zhang Si meticulously explained a series of rabbit breeding precautions to Ji You.
After finishing, Zhang Si looked at Ji You, who had a bitter face, and smiled, "Got all that?"
Ji You forced a smile and said, "Got it."
Zhang Si spoke amiably, "Good. If there’s nothing else, I’ll be leaving now."
Ji You hurriedly asked, "Aunt Zhang, if I can’t remember, I can ask you at any time, right?"
Regarding this, Zhang Si was quite willing, saying, "Yes, you can ask me about any issues like this in the future."
Only then did Ji You feel relieved and said, "Thank you very much then."
As Ji You said ’thank you’, there was a clear reluctance in her heart...
Zhang Si smiled, "Such a good girl."
Ji You: "..."
Unwilling to give up, Ji You probed, "Aunt Zhang, do these rabbits belong to Student Liu Fufeng or the school?"
Hearing this, Zhang Si clearly knew what scheme the girl in front of her was contemplating and couldn’t help but laugh, "They belong to Student Liu Fufeng."
Ji You’s eyes lit up—
"But—" Zhang Si continued, "half of the rabbit kits born from this batch must be surrendered to your school as a custodial fee."
The expression that had just collapsed on Ji You’s face regained vitality: "Does that mean Student Liu Fufeng still owns half of the kit rights?"
Holy crap!
What a pauper?
This guy’s filthy rich!
Liu Fufeng is singing the turnaround song of a liberated serf!
Ji You was publicly envying now!
With a beaming smile, Zhang Si said, "That’s right. So, Ji You, you’d better get along well with Fufeng. If he voluntarily gives you some rabbits, I, along with Teacher Mu, the school, etc... won’t interfere with his decision."
Ji You raised her hand to scratch her head: "Hehe~"
"Hehe~" Having her intentions directly exposed by Aunt Zhang, Ji You felt somewhat embarrassed and shy, so she just stood there giggling sheepishly.
"Hehe~"
...
With 80 female rabbits, if well taken care of, at least 200-250 kits could be produced, and half would be turned over to the school. Wouldn’t Liu Fufeng still end up with a hundred of them?
kits, and as long as there are 50 female rabbits, they can have more litters...
Litters after litters...
Oh my god!
Ji You couldn’t keep up with the math anymore.
Thighs!
This thigh of Liu Fufeng! I must cling to it tightly. Who knows, he might just be delighted and say he will give me all the rabbits as a protection fee...
Oh my!
In a flash, Ji You was all smiles, grinning from ear to ear.
On this side—
Seeing Ji You’s reaction, Zhang Si also wore a smile on her lips, thinking to herself: This kid seems cunning but is actually very innocent and cute.
With such an optimistic and lively student like Ji You covering and accompanying him at Lanyue Star Military Academy, Fufeng should adapt very easily.
Zhang Si felt somewhat relieved, and looking at Ji You’s expression, she became even more warm-hearted: "Ji You, I’m not like your stingy teacher who wouldn’t part with a single feather. To show my appreciation, I’ve brought you a Long-legged Chicken."
Ji You: "!!!"
There’s such a good deal?
Zhang Si raised her hand and picked up a Long-legged Chicken from behind her!
"Cluck cluck cluck..."
The Long-legged Chicken struggled, flapping its wings vigorously...
Ji You’s eyes lit up: "Really for me?"
Zhang Si: "Of course."
Ji You instantly burst into a wide smile: "How could I possibly accept this..."
Though speaking modestly, Ji You’s hands were quick to reach out, as if she feared Zhang Si might take the chicken back, and she took it in one swoop!
Once in her hands, her heart was finally at ease.
Braised in soy sauce!
Stewed with Scallions!
Stir-fried!
...
In an instant, countless recipes flashed through her mind.
Then, the Long-legged Chicken in Ji You’s hands struggled even more vigorously.
Thwack!
Thwack!
Thwack!
The Long-legged Chicken kept on flapping its wings...
Unfortunately—
It was all in vain.
Zhang Si said with a smile: "Alright, I’m heading back now. These rabbits, you must take good care of them."
Before leaving, Zhang Si made sure to give a reminder.
Ji You patted her chest and promised: "You can definitely rest easy, it’s just taking care of rabbits. With me, Ji You, here, there’s absolutely no chance for errors! I am the famously reliable ’Ji Kao Pu’ after all!"
Ji Kao Pu?
Zhang Si left with a shake of her head and a smile.
It must be said, people are pragmatic. Having gained a benefit, Ji You’s enthusiasm for work had suddenly increased.
However, cleaning up after rabbits and taking care of rabbits are completely different concepts...
Especially these new rabbits, for some reason, they were even more afraid of Ji You than the academy’s last batch; every time Ji You approached them, the rabbits would scatter in fright...
Meanwhile—
Just as Zhang Si stepped out of the Lanyue Star Military Academy’s gate, she received a communication request.
It was from Mu Jianling.
Zhang Si seemed to have anticipated the call from Mu Jianling, and once she answered, she said with a smile: "Sword Spirit, no need to be nervous, I’m not harboring any thoughts of stealing your student. Besides, even if I truly wanted to, that girl would have to be willing."
Mu Jianling snorted coldly: "Glad you’re aware."
Zhang Si’s smile was warm: "I would indeed be tempted to lure Ji You to the Agricultural College. Given time, she would certainly become a leading figure in agriculture. Alas! It’s just that this girl is hell-bent on becoming a Mechanical Warrior."
Listening, Mu Jianling let out a cold huff and said: "Stop with the nonsense. Whatever ulterior motives you have with all this, keep them to yourself. That girl is innocent and kind-hearted and easily deceived, but I am not so gullible. Don’t think a small favor will buy everyone’s loyalty."
Zhang Si’s smile stiffened slightly: "Sword Spirit, what intentions could I possibly have?"
"Humph!" Mu Jianling scoffed almost sneeringly through his nostrils, and said: "The reason I agreed to let you bring the rabbits here, for her to take care of, is solely because it indeed greatly helps with her spiritual power enhancement. As for any other ulterior motives, I’d advise you to dispel them! Otherwise—"
His implication was clear without saying more.
Zhang Si pursed her lips, sighed, and said: "You’re still holding onto that event, aren’t you?"
Mu Jianling’s gaze sharpened: "It has nothing to do with him! Protecting my students is my duty and obligation."
Zhang Si raised her hand to massage her temples, her tone sincere: "Believe it or not, I have no ill intentions towards your student."
Mu Jianling: "Humph!"
Zhang Si thought for a moment, then suddenly said: "Please take extra care with Student Fufeng. Sending Fufeng to Lanyue Star Military Academy, into your hands, was actually a decision from higher up. I really had no intention of shirking the responsibility."
Having said this, a trace of melancholy passed over Zhang Si’s face, and she continued softly: "I would of course love to help my friend of several decades take care of her only son, but—my situation really doesn’t allow for it. I can’t be at ease placing her son somewhere else, so—in short, Sword Spirit, I’m counting on you."
Mu Jianling’s face was cold the entire time, without uttering a word.
Once Zhang Si finished speaking, Mu Jianling abruptly terminated the communication call with a click.