Chapter 578 - 350: Leveling Up Again
Hmm, visually estimating, probably the surrounding area within a one-kilometer radius of the Jiang family’s courtyard is just like this.
The next morning, someone got out of bed yawning.
"I slept so well last night, didn’t even have a single dream, it was so comfortable. I feel refreshed now, better than any other time before."
"Yes, yes, I feel the same way. Speaking of which, it’s odd, I planned to go out for a drink last night, but I went to the room to get some money, and then I got sleepy and slept until now."
Families in the neighborhood came out one after another, either stretching or greeting the neighbors.
Everyone had a comfortable expression, as if they hadn’t slept like this in years.
Hmm, saying it like that doesn’t seem wrong.
"Huh? Oh right, this house belongs to the Jiang family, right? Why is there still no movement, could they still be sleeping?"
"It’s almost noon, hope nothing happened."
"Speaking of strange things, I’ve had trouble sleeping for several days due to my health, but I slept so well last night. Could it be..."
A few nearby people looked at each other, and one of them suggested: "Let’s knock on the door and check. Everyone around here is up except their family, let’s see what’s going on."
With that, a few of them went forward together.
Just as they raised their hand, the door opened, and a little girl who had only appeared in recent days looked at them cluelessly.
"Uncles? Is there something wrong?"
The few people were suddenly embarrassed, and one coughed lightly: "Nothing, just noticed there was no movement in your house, worrying something might have happened, so we thought to knock and check."
The little girl smiled brightly: "I see, thanks for your concern. We accidentally drank a bit of alcohol last night, so we got up a bit late today."
"Oh right, wasn’t it your family that had two scholars this time? In the top ten, too, and they’re still young, definitely something to celebrate."
The little girl nodded repeatedly, and seeing that there was nothing wrong, the group quickly dispersed.
After everyone left, the little girl secretly breathed a sigh of relief, then closed the door, preparing to cook first.
The little girl was none other than Xiao Mi. After this sleep, she realized everyone was still asleep, and knew it must be due to space upgrade and the leakage of Spiritual Energy.
Because her family was closest to her, and since they regularly consumed vegetables with Spiritual Energy, their reactions were more noticeable.
This is also a good thing, indicating that everyone absorbed quite a bit of Spiritual Energy, which is better for their health.
Not long ago, Aunt Qian sent over a cart of grain from home, dozens of pounds of homemade cured meat, and several dozen eggs, so there is no worry about Liu Ze’s meals.
As for other things, they need to be bought here.
Although Xiao Mi rarely cooked, it was because her older sister and mother usually didn’t let her, not because she couldn’t cook.
It’s not early now, and she wasn’t inclined to make anything complicated.
Thinking she’s awake, others should be soon, she decided to fry an egg for everyone, then add water to cook noodles, and picked a few small cabbages and green onions from the small garden in the courtyard.
This was planted by Second Mother when they just moved here. Country folks don’t like flowers and plants but prefer to grow some vegetables at home for convenience.
Just as a few bowls of noodles were placed on the table, Xiao Xue yawned and came over.
"Xiao Mi, you’re up, huh? Smells good, I’m so hungry, why are you up so early today?"
Xiao Mi helplessly replied: "Second Sister, it’s almost noon."
Xiao Xue was stunned, looked at the sky, and touched her stomach: "It’s that late, huh? No wonder I’m so hungry."
Because it’s December, and coincidentally there is no sun today, it’s gloomy as if it might rain any time, so without looking closely, you would really think it’s morning.
After all, Xiao Xue had never slept in like this before, especially for such a long time.
While cooking the noodles, she had already boiled hot water and let her second sister scoop it herself to wash up. Xiao Mi went to knock on doors, thumping, since it’s not early, second sister is up, so everyone else is about to wake up.
When everyone finally sat at the table to eat, they were all still dazed, a bit confused about how they slept so long.
Second Mother muttered something to herself, seeming to recall it happening before.
Luckily, she spoke quietly, and no one noticed. Xiao Mi quickly changed the subject, bringing up the uncles outside in the morning.
After breakfast, everyone was fully awake. Jiang Hu stretched in the courtyard and grabbed a back basket.
"Xiao Mi, Xiao Wei, want to go buy groceries? Tomorrow is your birthday, we need to prepare in advance, you can come along and see if there’s anything you want to eat or buy."
Usually, others’ birthdays were the same, taking them to buy things they liked.
Though not overly elaborate, they’d always make a lot of delicious food for a satisfying meal.
Xiao Wei naturally agreed happily and wanted to go along.
Xiao Mi, having something on her mind, hesitated for a moment and shook her head.
"I don’t feel like running around. I’ve been out shopping every day for the past few days, my legs haven’t recovered yet. Mom, Dad, just buy whatever Xiao Wei likes."
"Oh right, this afternoon we have to take the goat out for slaughter and deal with it, but we need to keep all the offal."
"Don’t worry, Mom and Dad know this."
Her mother tapped her on the forehead and smiled. "We’ve already arranged for a chef to come early tomorrow to help make the roast whole lamb and lamb offal soup you want."
They’d eaten it outside before, but it was the first time making it at home.
Xiao Mi grinned, "I knew Mom had it all sorted. Well, you guys go ahead, I’m going to read for a bit."
With that, she hopped back to her room.
"This kid, really can’t settle. Now she’s interested in reading again."
Second Mother shook her head helplessly but didn’t say more, and turned to leave with the others to go shopping.