The Space-Time Boss: 1970s Revolution

Chapter 17: Medicine Making

Inside the box lay three dried ginseng roots.

"Yes, didn't you say you wanted to use them for making medicinal wine?"

Fu Xiao picked up the ginseng and inspected it, then said with a bit of helplessness, "No need. Although these ginseng roots aren't very old, they're still high-quality wild ginseng. They're better suited for medicinal cuisine or body nourishment. As for the ginseng used for making wine, Grandpa left some already."

Fu Weilen's expression remained unchanged, clearly aware of Grandpa Fu's stock.

"Take them. Use them to help Grandpa strengthen his body. These were found by your second uncle on the mountain."

Grandpa Fu, sitting on a reclining chair nearby, asked in confusion, "Xiao Xiao, why can't these ginseng roots be used to make wine? Didn't you say they're high-quality wild ginseng?"

Fu Xiao smiled slightly and didn't explain further. She went inside and brought out another box. Opening both boxes, she showed them and pointed to the few ginseng roots she had taken out. "See, you need ginseng that's a bit older to produce the best medicinal effects in wine. Of course, these ginseng roots could be used, but since we have better ones, why not use those? After all, it's for our own use."

From the moment she took out the ginseng, everyone was dumbfounded. Fu Hong even rubbed his eyes in disbelief, "Is...is this ginseng? Not some dried radish?"

Fu Weilen was surprised. Although he knew Uncle liked to store good medicinal materials, this ginseng was indeed quite extraordinary. The main root was thick and sturdy, with very few fibrous roots. Even a layperson like him could tell that ginseng of this quality was hard to come by.

"This kind of ginseng, isn't it a bit wasteful to use it for wine..."

Grandpa Fu was also excited, "Yes...this ginseng should be kept. It's life-saving stuff, after all. Using it for wine would be a bit wasteful."

Suddenly, the door was pushed open from the outside. Fu Hong quickly put the two boxes of ginseng into his arms. When he saw it was Fu Weibao and his wife returning from a walk, he relaxed and shouted, "Dad, lock the door!"

Fu Weibao gave him a smack on the head, "Is there really a need to act like we have some kind of treasure, even in broad daylight?"

Fu Hong smiled mysteriously and opened the two boxes, "Isn't this treasure? Grandpa says it can save lives."

Fu Weibao exclaimed, "Oh my goodness, this is really something good. Where did it come from?"

Grandpa Fu gently scolded, "Keep it down."

He turned to Fu Xiao, "Xiao Xiao, put these away."

Fu Xiao calmly stored the ginseng, then said to everyone, "Health is the most important thing. Once I make these ginseng into pills, everyone in the family can use them to nourish their bodies. As precious as ginseng is, can it be more valuable than a person?"

"Make them into pills... Could they be life-saving?" Fu Weilen gazed at her intently, his eyes full of meaning.

Fu Xiao nodded, "I can make them. In critical moments, they can save lives."

Fu Weilen's eyes deepened, but he spoke calmly, "Maybe we should send some to your second uncle."

"Alright, I can prepare them in two days."

He smiled and ruffled her hair, "No rush... take your time."

Grandpa Fu nodded in agreement and said to her, "Yes, Xiao Xiao, no need to hurry."