Traveling back to ancient times to get rich

Chapter 13 The Fish Have Grown Up

After a satisfying meal, Gu Changfeng stood up contentedly, then grabbed Ye Qingchen's hand and eagerly headed towards the hot spring. Because some special spring water had been added earlier, this hot spring now appeared exceptionally different. The fish swimming in the water seemed larger than usual, but perhaps it was just an illusion. However, Gu Changfeng had no time to investigate these things; his mind was preoccupied with controlling his impulses. After all, the girl before him was not yet 15! If he were to do something inappropriate, it would be a real sin! Thinking this, he dared not hesitate any longer and quickly plunged into the bottomless pool.

Meanwhile, Ye Qingchen remained completely unconcerned about Gu Changfeng's actions. She casually flicked her sleeves and stepped into the hot spring, enjoying this rare moment of relaxation. The hot spring water itself possessed miraculous restorative properties, and combined with the spiritual spring water she possessed, the two worked synergistically, allowing her to clearly feel her dormant blood vessels gradually awakening. As time passed, she felt her internal energy becoming increasingly abundant, her entire body feeling as light as a feather, every movement brimming with power. However, immersed in this wonderful experience, she failed to notice the astonishing change taking place in her skin—it became increasingly smooth, delicate, and fair, like a freshly peeled hard-boiled egg, perfectly embodying the phrase "skin as smooth as jade."

Gu Changfeng swam through the crystal-clear water like a nimble fish, his arms paddling alternately and his legs kicking powerfully, splashing water behind him in sparkling waves. Suddenly, he noticed that the herbs on the bank, which had not been very lush before, had now grown into a dense thicket overnight! The emerald green leaves swayed in the wind, releasing a refreshing fragrance.

Filled with doubt, Gu Changfeng took a deep breath and plunged into the water, swimming towards the fish at the bottom of the river. When he finally got close to the fish, he couldn't help but widen his eyes—these fish had indeed grown a lot! They swam freely in the water, their bodies more robust than before, their scales shimmering with a dazzling light.

I remembered my master saying that the fish in this pool were no ordinary creatures, but rather sacred healing objects that our patriarch had specially sought out from the distant North Sea. For many years, these fish had remained at their original size, showing almost no noticeable growth, regardless of the passage of time. Yet, for some unknown reason, they had miraculously grown in just two short days.

It's important to know that this pool not only teems with magical fish, but also serves two other vital purposes: firstly, these fish purify the water, keeping it crystal clear; secondly, they possess remarkable healing properties for internal injuries. Therefore, apart from Ye Qingchen, no one dares to catch fish from here to eat. After all, the area around Gu Changfeng's thatched hut is constantly guarded by numerous skilled individuals, strictly preventing intruders from entering.

But what caused these fish to suddenly grow so large? Could it really be related to his young wife? He recalled how she had mysteriously fallen from the cliff above the pool, as if a fairy had descended. Perhaps it was that accident that brought some unknown opportunity to this place…

After washing up, Gu Changfeng quickly dried himself and walked towards Ye Qingchen. At that moment, Ye Qingchen had also finished washing and was tidying her slightly disheveled hair. Their eyes met, and as if on cue, they both stood up, preparing to leave together.

Ye Qingchen appeared unusually hurried today, her delicate brows slightly furrowed, a hint of anxiety in her expression. It turned out she still had a large quantity of goat milk that hadn't been processed or used, and if she didn't hurry, it would likely spoil and go to waste. Therefore, she had to rush back to deal with it as soon as possible; not a moment could be wasted.

Meanwhile, Gu Changfeng was equally anxious, his mind preoccupied with returning to Shancheng. Ever since that incident, he felt his internal energy constantly increasing, as if a surging power was continuously welling up within him. This feeling both excited and confused him; what could be causing this change? Could it really be because of the special fish he had recently eaten? He couldn't be sure. However, if it weren't for his gentle and lovely wife's meticulously prepared delicious fish dish, he wouldn't have easily tried such an unfamiliar food, given his usual habits. Thinking of this, Gu Changfeng couldn't help but smile slightly, a surge of gratitude and love for Ye Qingchen welling up within him.

The two returned to their cozy home side by side. As soon as they entered, Ye Qingchen couldn't wait to go into the kitchen and busied herself preparing to boil milk. She skillfully picked up the pot and utensils, washed them clean, poured in fresh milk, and gently turned on the stove. The blue flames danced merrily, and soon the sound of "bubbling" came from the pot.

At the same time, Gu Changfeng, who was standing to the side, said softly, "I'm going out for a bit, I'll be back soon." Ye Qingchen smiled and nodded in agreement, without stopping him.

Time ticked by, and Ye Qingchen watched intently at the milk in the pot. Once the milk was cooked, she carefully ladled it out and set it aside to cool. Then, she took out flour, starch, eggs, and appropriate amounts of sugar and white vinegar from the cupboard, placing them in a bowl in the correct proportions and quickly whisking them until smooth. After everything was ready, Ye Qingchen gently poured the cooled milk into the mixture and stirred it thoroughly again.

The next crucial step was steaming! Since they didn't have an oven where they were, the clever Ye Qingchen had a flash of inspiration and decided to use a steamer instead. She carefully placed the prepared batter into the steamer and adjusted the heat and time.

While waiting, Ye Qingchen would occasionally lift the lid to check the progress, the faint, intoxicating aroma filling her nostrils. She secretly planned that one day she would definitely ask Gu Changfeng to find some people to help build a large oven, so she could make even more delicious cakes! Thinking of this, a satisfied smile appeared on her face.

In less than half an hour, the cake was ready. Seeing that the cake was hot, Ye Qingchen simply opened the lid to let it cool down, while she went to cultivate in her spatial dimension. She truly felt that her body had been properly nourished in this lifetime. Not only that, some areas that were previously not full had improved, and even seemed to have become a little fuller. Her skin had become very good, and she was truly becoming more and more beautiful.