Yao Zhi leaned closer and said, "That's called mulch. It's made of bark, compost, straw, leaves, and grass. It can decompose over time and enrich the soil. But for now, it will keep the soil from freezing due to the cold temperature."
Although he couldn't understand everything, Ling Shi'er knew that this thing was good for farming. Standing up, he muttered under his breath, "It would be great if my people could learn how to farm. With enough food, there will be no need for war."
Unable to catch his words, Yao Zhi asked, "Shi'er, what are you saying?"
"It's nothing," Ling Shi'er shook his head. "Master, do you need me to do anything?"
Hearing this, Yao Zhi nodded. "Help me clean the shed. I will boil some water for us to wash up."
"Understood."
With him helping her, Yao Zhi had more time. After she fed the wolf cubs and her donkey, she prepared breakfast for herself and Ling Shi'er.
