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At this moment, Qin Yaru realized that she was actually wearing the protective suit given to her by Gao Feng. Since it was a newly released experimental product, it belonged to the highest technology and was as light as an undergarment. In her panic during the day, she hadn't noticed it; if she hadn't casually touched the surgical knife hanging above, she might not have discovered it until she fell asleep.
The energy of the protective suit had long been depleted, but fortunately, in this era, there was no need to guard against firearms; it was still somewhat effective for defense against knives and swords.
The micro first-generation smart brain equipped on it was originally designed for satellite positioning and navigation, as well as internet communication, which could no longer be used. However, Gao Feng had stuffed it with a bunch of miscellaneous data, and she had also downloaded a medical encyclopedia to pass the time, which might still be useful.
What she found at the door was also her new equipment, reportedly a Memory Metal Medical Kit that was fifty years ahead of its time. It could automatically repair itself, recharge, maintain a constant temperature, and had multiple functions. However, the most practical function now was storage.
The compressed medications stored inside could last at least fifty years without deteriorating as long as they remained unopened, and possibly even longer.
Qin Yaru opened it to take a look; inside were numerous oval metal bottles the size of a fingernail. They were all new. Although the quantity didn't seem too large, they utilized a compression technology that she couldn't understand. Each bottle could guarantee medication for one hundred people. In an era of rampant antibiotics, calculating their use now would be quite complicated.
She ran her hand over the smooth medicine box and a smile flashed in her eyes. This should be their Third Field Hospital's six-month supply of medications that Gao Feng had taken away. She wondered if Aso would be furious about it.
However, it benefited her; in this day and age, even a common cold could be fatal. Traditional Chinese medicine was indeed impressive, but for certain acute illnesses, there were still shortages. With these medications on hand, both her and her family's lives would be much safer. She remembered how her elder brother had suffered from tuberculosis and didn't take care of himself well; he passed away within two years!
After some wandering thoughts, Qin Yaru cleaned the surgical knife thoroughly with disinfectant before putting it away. She then changed her clothes, dried her hair, and went to the kitchen to make a bowl of ginger soup.
After finishing a bowl of ginger soup, she finally felt warm again and went to check on Da Lang. Seeing him sleeping soundly under an old quilt that at least blocked the wind gave her some relief. She then lay down fully clothed and fell into a half-sleeping state where she dreamt of Gao Feng amidst gunfire one moment and then saw Chen Wulang embracing Gentle Blue Princess with laughter the next. The entire night was filled with restless dreams.
Early the next morning, before dawn broke, Qin Yaru got up, washed up, picked some greens from the vegetable garden, and cooked half a pot of vegetable porridge.
Da Lang was still young and hadn't woken up yet; Qin Yaru didn't disturb her. After stretching in the yard to refresh herself a bit more, she began to check their household supplies.
According to memory, Qin Yaru rummaged through the corner of the east wall in the back room and pulled out a bamboo basket. Lifting a piece of gray cloth inside, she saw a large amount of money—at first glance, it seemed considerable, at least half a basket full. She counted: fifty-seven pieces.
Holding the bamboo basket, Qin Yaru looked around. Although the furnishings of the house were clean and tidy, they were extremely simple, which made her sigh. When she got married, her dowry was lavish, with over ten thousand in silver alone, not to mention the fine silks and brocades and boxes of jewelry that were unique in Wudang County. Yet, just four years had passed, and everything was gone!
The year before last, the Qin Family faced disaster. In a panic, Qin Yaru handed most of her dowry to Chen Wulang, asking him to sell it off to help ease her father's suffering. Watching the silver flow out like water made her feel somewhat relieved.
Unconsciously clenching her hands, the table creaked under the pressure. A trace of uncontrollable anger appeared on Qin Yaru's face—before her death in her past life, the Gentle Blue Princess came to see her with a concerned and worried expression, wearing the most exquisite phoenix hairpin left to her by her mother!
In that moment, she was furious to realize that Chen Wulang even refused to spare the money meant to save her father.
Thinking back now still felt like a knife twisting in her heart.
Having followed Gao Feng for these years, she had seen both the beauty and ugliness of human nature. She had become calm and rational, observing those couples who fled in times of crisis with cold indifference. It wasn't hatred; it was simply apathy. Most ordinary people's nature was like this; in times of great difficulty, even blood relatives could sometimes be unreliable—let alone ordinary couples.
But now she was extremely disgusted by Chen Wenyue's hypocrisy!
If that person had been indifferent from the start, Qin Yaru would never have held any hope and thus would never have been disappointed. Yet this person acted so filial in front of her father that it seemed he was more devoted than she was as a daughter. He won her family's trust wholeheartedly but shattered it without hesitation!
Perhaps nothing is more heart-wrenching than betrayal from someone you trusted.
Qin Yaru picked up a cup of cold tea and took a sip to soothe the anger in her chest. As for that man, she didn't want to concern herself with him anymore; however, no matter what happened, she had to get her dowry back. It contained many ancestral items from the Qin Family as well as gifts from her mother. Even if they weren't particularly valuable, she wouldn't let that despicable person benefit from them.
However, Qin Yaru sneered; Chen Wulang married the Gentle Blue Princess and surely looked down on her meager possessions.
The Qin Family's property still needs careful planning, but for now, the home is not exactly a place of abundance. Qin Yaru frowned; Da Lang is still young and cannot be left hungry. She, as a mother, must ensure her child is well-fed and taken care of; it is her responsibility.
Since she does not want her son to have to rely on any princess calling her mother in this lifetime, she must plan ahead.
Currently, the Chen Family still has an acre of rice field and two acres of dry land. The two of them rely on these for their daily sustenance. As long as there are no disasters, although they may not eat enough, they won't starve.
Qin Yaru usually farms these lands herself and hires a few short-term workers during busy seasons. However, she does not feel capable of tending to the crops anymore. After decades away from farming, she has lost her touch. Moreover, from the beginning, Qin Yaru was never a woman suited for fieldwork; she only forced herself to learn after marrying Chen Wulang.
If she doesn't farm, she could rent out the land. The Chen Family's few acres are considered good farmland, and renting them out could provide her with a considerable income compared to her current situation. Qin Yaru does not believe that just because she wants to separate from Chen Wulang, she cannot use the Chen Family's assets. Most of her dowry was spent on educating Chen Family's son, and the remaining half was taken away. This little bit of property pales in comparison to what she has lost.
However, relying solely on these few acres is clearly insufficient for a better life. In this day and age, the saying "even landlords have no surplus grain" is not meant to be ironic; it reflects a harsh reality.
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