CFGF 6
After Cannon fodder Gong started farming, he had HE with the cold male protagonist (CFGF) - c6
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"Mother, where did you go? Take a seat and let's eat." After Jiang Baiye placed the food on the rickety table, Xiao Sanzi returned with another cart of clay. At just thirteen years old, Xiao Sanzi was bright and observant. Instead of approaching, he shouted from a distance, "Brother Ye, I know you're building a house, so I'll help you deceive those people." "Alright, let's dig in." Jiang Baiye saw through his feigned reluctance and pulled him over with an amused smile. "Why be formal with me? You're different from those people. How about I assign you the easiest task?" Xiao Sanzi chuckled, scratched his head in embarrassment, and sat down. Once he started eating, all pretenses of formality vanished. Jiang Dazhu and his wife ate as if they hadn't eaten in ages, swiftly devouring their food. Xiao Sanzi was only slightly slower, struggling to catch a vegetable leaf. However, Brother Ye took pity on him and served him a piece of meat, causing his eyes to well up with gratitude. Xiao Sanzi, whose real name was Li Wu, belonged to the Li family from a neighboring village, just like Li Erniu. However, he didn't associate with Jiang Baiye much before because he was always seen with those troublemakers. In truth, his father was not the family's patriarch. He was originally a son-in-law who took over all the inheritance left by Xiao Sanzi's mother after marrying his stepmother. He even threatened to pass it on to his own son, who shared the same surname as him and was born to the stepmother. Not only did he refuse to give a single penny to the two children, but he also subjected them to daily beatings and abuse, treating them as slaves for the family. Xiao Sanzi, being tough and resilient, could endure the beatings, but seeing his emaciated eight-year-old sister almost on the brink of death multiple times, he became desperate and sought help from Jiang Baiye. He thought that by becoming a bully, his father would think twice before hurting them. However, to his surprise, Jiang Baiye didn't resort to any tricks. He simply agreed to his request without uttering a word. Jiang Baiye even gathered a group of people to intimidate his father, and since then, his father no longer dared to raise a fist against them. Although Xiao Sanzi pretended to be a tough guy, he couldn't have achieved such results on his own. At the very least, the beatings had stopped, and they were given something to eat, even if it was always leftovers that had turned cold. Concerned about his sister's future marriage prospects, Xiao Sanzi refrained from creating any major disturbances that would tarnish their reputation. If word got out, nobody would dare to marry his sister in the future. Xiao Sanzi didn't want to be a bad person, and he felt indebted to Jiang Baiye. However, he didn't expect his wild and rebellious brother's demeanor to suddenly change, as Brother Ye now aspired to be a good person once again. Upon careful consideration, Little Sanzi couldn't recall any bad deeds committed by Brother Ye. How did he end up with such a tarnished reputation? Lost in thought, Little Sanzi continued to eat his rice with his head down. Inside the room, Jiang Dazhu's face was flushed from the meal. After setting down his bowl, he spoke up, "Jiang er, you don't have to work so hard in the future. Let your father handle everything! Building a house, farming—we fathers can manage it all. You just focus on cooking. Honestly, the food is incredibly delicious!" "Yes, yes! I've never tasted anything this good before. I once attended a feast at a wealthy family's house, and their dishes couldn't compare to these. Brother Ye, did you really make all of this?" Little Sanzi's face was filled with disbelief. He Shi displayed a proud expression, saying, "Isn't it delicious? He just pretends to be lazy because he's shy. But trust me, there's nothing he can't do. It's the first time he cooked for us, and even the chef at that fancy restaurant wouldn't stand a chance!" Jiang Baiye replied modestly, "...perhaps it's because I used enough seasoning." "No matter what you say, your aunt has been cooking for so many years, and haven't we seen her constantly burning everything," remarked Jiang Baiye's parents. In their eyes, he was unparalleled and incomparable to anyone else. Next door, Lu Lizhi hesitated for a long time, but eventually succumbed to temptation and picked up his chopsticks. Once he crossed that boundary and took the first bite, he couldn't resist any longer. Lu Lizhi felt like he was on the brink of starvation, so he couldn't turn down food from a stranger who might be an adversary. With that thought in mind, he took another sip of the alluring chicken soup, causing a momentary freeze in the coldness of his eyes. He took another sip... In the afternoon, Jiang Dazhu was brimming with energy as he chopped beams and bamboo without taking a break, solely to lighten Jiang Baiye's workload and ensure he had enough strength to cook. As for He Shi, besides helping at home, she would reclaim the wasteland behind their house whenever she had spare time. She used the accumulated rotten leaves under the trees as fertilizer, collected fertile black soil from the back mountains, and mixed it with river silt. Following Jiang er's instructions, she sprinkled it with plant ash. After preparing the land, she would sow the seeds. Although He Shi harbored resentment towards the old man Jiang and despised him for giving their family the worst and poorest plot of land while pretending to be hypocritical, she persevered. However, now the family was diligently working towards a better life, which brought her a sense of comfort that surpassed the daily grind in Old Jiang's house. When Jiang Baiye carried a basket of leftovers up the mountain, he encountered the group of people who were lazily gossiping, as expected. He lifted the sackcloth that covered the basket, and the group immediately set aside their doubts and annoyances, eagerly devouring the food and proclaiming its deliciousness. They expressed their extreme hunger through their voracious eating. Jiang Baiye secretly smiled to himself, knowing that a full stomach would provide them with the energy to work. Furthermore, he needed their assistance now. With the busy farming season, aside from these trouble-making rascals, there was hardly anyone available to help him build the house. After satisfying their hunger, this group of people fell for Jiang Baiye's few words. In the past, they were the ones who tricked him, but now the tables had turned, and they remained oblivious to the situation. Initially, when the villagers of Qingshui Village saw this gang of troublemakers lurking around, they felt uneasy and were hesitant to take action. However, when someone went to hunt hogweed on the mountain, they discovered that this group of people was halfway through digging and transporting soil. The news of their unexpected activities spread like wildfire, causing those who witnessed it to rush back to the village in fear, as if they had seen a ghost. Even Officer Wang Lizheng was taken aback, suspecting that they were involved in some shady business. Fortunately, Jiang Baiye had anticipated this reaction and personally went to explain the situation. Officer Wang Lizheng was delighted and exclaimed, "Can you really reform them!? This is fantastic news and will benefit multiple villages!" Jiang Baiye replied, "Let's not talk about reforming them and turning them into righteous individuals. Perhaps they simply won't have the time or energy to cause trouble anymore." Officer Wang Lizheng smiled and patted Jiang Baiye on the back, saying, "Good lad, Uncle knows you're right. You're intelligent, but you just needed to channel your efforts in the right direction. Now, if you continue to be a good person, you will stand out!" "I appreciate your kind words," Jiang Baiye responded without a hint of humility, which earned him even more respect from Wang Lizheng. News of the incident quickly spread from eleven to a hundred households and eventually reached Old Man Jiang. "Hmph, a leopard can't change its spots! It's all just an act. I bet they won't last long and will come crawling back, begging for mercy!" He was prepared to firmly reject them, consumed by anger. However, to his dismay, after a few days had passed, Jiang Baiye's unwavering determination to make a positive impact became evident, and everyone began to understand his intentions. In front of the door, there was a collection of tools and various materials such as loess, river sand, wheat straw, thatch, bamboo strips, beams, and stones, all neatly arranged and ready for use. They were waiting for the old house to be demolished so that the new one could be constructed. To expedite the process, Jiang Baiye had built a temporary shelter next to the old house, in preparation for the construction work. There was no need to lay a new foundation; as long as the wall's footing was properly placed over the existing foundation, it would be sufficient to add a roof. The main question was whether to build a wall adjacent to Lu Lizhi's room. After careful consideration, Jiang Baiye decided to proceed with the construction. It wouldn't require much effort, and it would allow him to have a more comfortable sleeping arrangement. He wasted no time and immediately instructed the workers to start with waterproofing. A half-meter-high stone foundation was laid on the ground, using carefully selected strip-shaped stones that he had put a lot of effort into acquiring. Unlike most adobe houses in the village, this was a newer type of adobe house that appeared in later generations. The bottom layer was made of stone, providing a solid base for the upper adobe layer. This ensured that the foot of the wall would be less susceptible to damage from rats. Then came the most laborious and arduous task: ramming the earth. With each strike of the hammer, the mixture of clay, straw, and sand was manually poured into molds and compacted to form a solid and even surface. Layer by layer, the process continued, with bamboo strips added midway to reinforce the walls and prevent cracking. The six gangsters, initially unfamiliar with this construction method, gradually adapted to following Jiang Baiye's instructions after a few days of working together. Whenever Li Erniu and the three gangsters sent by Jiang Yueming sensed any suspicious activity, someone would always step in to distract their attention. "Brother Ye, your adobe house is built differently from others. If we learn it, can we help others build it and earn more money?" Xiao Sanzi asked enthusiastically, eager to acquire the skills. He may not understand terms like waterproofing, drainage, structural strength, or house design, but he recognized the expertise and capability of Brother Ye. Xiao Sanzi wasn't the only one attracted to the adobe house construction; even Jiang Dazhu, who had assisted others in building adobe houses, and other villagers were drawn to it. Initially observing from a distance, they gradually found themselves approaching Jiang Baiye in the midst of the crowd. His calm command and handling of unfamiliar situations intrigued them, prompting them to step forward and inquire. It could be said that they gained valuable knowledge through this interaction. All the challenges they had encountered in constructing adobe houses in the past seemed to find solutions in that moment. Jiang Baiye willingly shared his expertise, providing them with practical insights. During discussions, he also received valuable input that helped refine his adobe house construction methods. Given these circumstances, it was impossible for Li Erniu and the others to simply walk away. Not only were they surprised by Jiang Baiye's transformation, but his ideas also sparked their curiosity and interest. The other three individuals, influenced by Xiao Sanzi, showed signs of reforming their ways and expressed a desire to learn from Jiang Baiye. Jiang Baiye had plans to apply modern architectural theories and knowledge to various business ventures in the future, such as garden design, bridges, dams, and defense fortifications. However, for now, he focused on building the adobe house, unaware of the numerous benefits it would bring. His strategic calculations and the amount of effort he saved went unnoticed by most. Meanwhile, Lu Lizhi, who lived nearby, intentionally or unintentionally observed the activities taking place next door. As more people came and went, he overheard snippets of their conversations. Upon careful consideration, Lu Lizhi became increasingly convinced that Jiang Er was not an ordinary person. He furrowed his eyebrows, gazing at the unwashed dishes. Thoughts of the chicken soup that perfectly suited his taste intertwined with the image of the young man who pretended to be gentle and harmless. Step by step, it seemed that he had developed an uncanny understanding of Lu Lizhi himself. Without hesitation, Lu Lizhi took out a piece of paper, the last one he had, and wrote down two words with a brush.
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[T/N]: I don't know why, even if the story describes Lu Lizhi as cold and mean, ruthless even, I find him very adorable. Like a cat.
NOTICE: Later updates would be full length chapters, no part by part distribution. I was actually checking my pace to set up a schedule and see how much time I can invest in chapters.
UPDATES ON EVERY [Monday], OR [Monday, Thursday], OR [Monday, Wednesday, Saturday.] DEPENDING ON MY PERSONAL SCHEDULE. expect 2/3 updates every week, only when I am busy would there be 1 update/week.
Thanks to those who commented on my chapters, or reviewed and rated this novel on NU, I feel happy to share this story with everyone ~ [I know that everyone has their own point of view, but please give this story a chance and hopefully my translation is understandable, I know I am not a great translator, but I liked this story and I picked it up.]
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