Transmigrated as a Peasant Baby Who is Pampered by All

Ling’er had already picked fresh Lingzhi from the mountain for her, and there was no shortage of it in the space now.

But Xiaocao was still careful, and planted the two freshest Lingzhi that Xiaocao gave her.

This matter wasn’t kept secret from the others; everyone was surprised, but they had already left far away, and didn’t even have a chance to say anything to Xiaocao.

Xiaomi quickly adjusted her mood.

She was very touched by Xiaocao’s actions, which were purely emotional, unrelated to money or possessions. A casual remark from childhood had been remembered for such a long time, and Xiaocao made sure to give her something at the moment of departure.

"Little brother, once everyone settles down, let’s have an opportunity to come back and visit."

On the deck, Xiaomi was half-lying on a rocking chair with Xiaomi in her arms, in the same position as Wei Ziang beside her, with Xiaobai and Xiaohei lying at their feet.

Today was already the third day on the ship, and everyone was a bit seasick, but Xiaomi and Wei Ziang were in the best condition.

Xiaobai and Xiaohei had played to their heart’s content and were now quiet.

Wei Ziang had no objections to Xiaomi’s suggestion: "Sure, wherever Xiaomi wants to go in the future, I’ll accompany you."

Xiaomi paused her hand petting the cat, but didn’t ask further questions and instead brought up another topic.

"Little brother, Xiaomi, Xiaohei, and Xiaobai are all quite old. Once we reach Nanyang Prefecture, let’s find an opportunity for them to disappear from everyone’s sight. After this, I don’t plan to let them out."

Xiaomi and Xiaohei had been with her for fifteen years, and Xiaobai had been brought back ten years ago.

They were nearly at the end of their lifespans.

Perhaps due to drinking Spiritual Spring water regularly and consuming food cultivated within the space, their condition remained excellent, as if in their prime.

However, the villagers said that chickens don’t live beyond six years, dogs don’t live beyond eight.

In the past, they moved frequently, and others were unaware of how long they had kept their pets.

The family knew, but nobody had brought up the matter.

On this return to Xiangmu Village, she inadvertently overheard an elderly person speaking about their pet Xiaohei, remarking on how Xiaohei remained so energetic after all these years, joking it might become spirit-like.

Even Xiaohei’s offspring had aged over the years, yet none had Xiaohei’s youthful energy.

Their words gave her a reminder: whether it’s Xiaohei, Xiaobai, or Xiaomi, in the eyes of outsiders, they’ve lived unreasonably long.

Although Xiaomi felt that letting them stay outside for a few more years shouldn’t be a problem, it appeared quite problematic from the perspective of others.

Especially when...

Wei Ziang glanced at Captain Yang on the deck below and nodded: "They’re indeed quite old. It was fine back in the village, but it’s definitely a risk now that we’ve reached the Capital City."

The ability to extend lifespan.

If this matter leaked, it wouldn’t matter if it meant benefiting the people or something more significant, even the emperor himself wouldn’t have a say.

It seemed Xiaohei and Xiaobai realized they were being talked about, as they raised their heads and barked a few times, and Xiaomi patted them softly.

"Did you hear? Starting today, pretend to be sick. Once we reach shore, I’ll find a chance to send you to accompany Ling’er."

"Woof~" Xiaohei’s ears perked up, its tail wagging swiftly.

Not looking like a fifteen-year-old dog at all.

Next, its head received another pat: "Pretend to be sick, don’t show off too much energy."

The next second, Xiaohei lay back down, looking dispirited.

It seemed like it really understood.

Wei Ziang watched thoughtfully but reminded Xiaomi: "It’s not just about Xiaohei and them. Our parents can’t stay too long in the Capital City either."

Initially, the matter hadn’t crossed his mind until Xiaomi’s reminder awakened him to it.

At this time, their parents, solely judging by their appearance compared to peers, looked generations younger.

Parents nearing forty appeared as if they were in their prime at barely thirty, whether in spirit or appearance, devoid of wrinkles.

Xiaomi stroked her chin in thought: "Thankfully, our parents look young, albeit expensive family gentry tends to maintain well; but over time, with another ten to twenty years, differences will certainly become apparent."

However, her parents didn’t rely on maintenance, rather the benefits of Spiritual Spring water.

Considering the elder pair worked the fields for years without true rest, facing sun and wind, logically they’d appear older compared to peers.

Just like countless ordinary farmers.

Yet her parents didn’t.

"Well, that’s alright, by then, we’ll surely already be out of the Capital City."

Wei Ziang hadn’t forgotten Xiaomi’s aspiration to build large ships and venture onto the sea.

They might not linger long in the Capital, but might head to coastal cities soon to prepare for the shipbuilding venture.

A ship even larger than their current one.

"What are you two muttering about?"

The door behind suddenly opened, as Jiang Yu emerged, holding his head, looking ashen and bloodless, struggling with seasickness and unable to eat, suffering over these past few days.

Xiaomi jumped in shock, quickly standing up, and helped Jiang Yu to sit on her seat: "Big brother, what happened to you?"

After everyone retired to their cabins last night, it had been seldom for anyone to emerge, with meals delivered by crew members to their rooms.

Xiaomi initially thought that everyone was merely struggling with seasickness, but seeing her brother in such a state scared her.

Wei Ziang hadn’t anticipated this: "Big brother, take a rest first, I’ll go check on others."

Wei Ziang went to knock on doors, while Xiaomi poured Jiang Yu a cup of tea, though Jiang Yu waved it away: "Feeling awful, can’t drink."

Xiaomi grew anxious: "Why is seasickness so severe? The others seem fine; even Sister Yingying isn’t suffering as much as you."

Sister Yingying was merely dizzy, but her complexion remained decent, eating and drinking as usual, idly sleeping.

Jiang Yu rubbed his temples, not wanting to open his eyes: "Just feels like the world is spinning, everything rocking back and forth, unbearably uncomfortable."

"Why so serious."

It shouldn’t be this way; Xiaomi peered downstairs where many first-time sailors were merely discomforted initially before quickly adapting.

Moreover, their siblings had long been strengthened by Spiritual Spring water, their bodies should be in better condition; how could they...

Wait, Xiaomi suddenly considered another possibility.

At this point, Wei Ziang returned: "Xiaomi, the situation isn’t good, everyone’s the same as big brother, severely uncomfortable."

Xiaomi settled Jiang Yu on the recliner, placed Xiaomi in his arms: "Big brother, wait here, I’ll check on the others."

Saying this, she grabbed Wei Ziang and stepped away, speaking closer to him.

"Little brother, do you think that the Spiritual Spring water’s effects are too good, making everyone’s senses more sensitive, hence the exaggerated response to the rocking?"

Wei Ziang nodded: "That was precisely what I intended to say."