Yan Boxi put down the tiger talisman in his hand and calmly analyzed, "Your Highness, the craftsmen who made these tiger talismans have obviously done their best, but time is tight, and the craftsmanship of the genuine Xingyuan Army tiger talismans is extremely complex. It is indeed extremely difficult to completely replicate them in such a short time."
Upon hearing this, King Linjiang Li Longjing's brows relaxed slightly. He naturally understood that what Yan Boxi said was true.
Yan Boxi continued tentatively, "Your Highness, the crafting of the tiger talisman does require extremely high standards in terms of material, texture, and quality of the finished product. A slight error can lead to a huge difference."
"Since we have skilled craftsmen at our disposal, I think if we could go to the prince's other secretly excavated mines besides the private mines in Ganzhou and directly supervise the craftsmen in the creation of the tiger talisman, we might be able to further save time and improve the tiger talisman's sophistication."
When King Linjiang Li Longjing heard this, his eyes flashed slightly. He did admire Yan Boxi's talent and ability, but the location of the mine was an important trump card in his hand and could not be revealed easily.
"Sir, your suggestion is very good." Li Longjing spoke slowly, with an imperceptible depth in his voice.
"However, the location of these important mines is confidential, and many of them are still in war-torn areas. I am worried that you might be in danger if you go there."
Yan Boxi heard the reservation in King Linjiang's words. Although he was a little disappointed in his heart, he did not show it on his face.
He smiled faintly, bowed, and said, "Your Highness is right in your concerns. You should indeed proceed with caution. I am merely making this suggestion, hoping to alleviate your concerns."
"I will seriously consider your suggestion, sir," he said in a deep voice, "If necessary, I will send someone to escort you there."
Yan Boxi's heart skipped a beat when he heard this. He understood that this was the King of Linjiang's trust and respect for him, and also a recognition of his abilities. Although he was somewhat disappointed that he couldn't go to the mine immediately, he also knew that such matters couldn't be rushed.
"Thank you, Your Highness," he replied respectfully. "I will do my best to help you."
The two discussed some other matters before Yan Boxi said goodbye and left.
He knew that his suggestion had attracted the attention of King Linjiang. Although he could not go directly to the mine now, it was a good start.
After Yan Boxi left, King Linjiang Li Longjing fell into deep thought. Yan Boxi's suggestion made sense. If he could directly supervise the craftsmen in the mine to make the tiger talisman, it would indeed save time and improve the sophistication of the tiger talisman.
However, the confidentiality of the mine cannot be ignored. He needs to carefully weigh the pros and cons and make the most sensible decision.
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In the backyard of the Qiao Mansion, Qiao Heyuan's figure looked particularly weak in the sunlight.
Ever since she drank the antidote sent by Hong Zhengxuan, she was finally cured of the hundred-day sleep poison and has been able to take a walk in the yard these days.
But she still felt that her strength had not fully recovered, and her limbs were a little soft and weak.
At this time, the maid in the yard came in holding an exquisitely crafted lacquered wooden food box and reported in a soft voice.
"Miss, the old lady of the Xingyuan Marquis's Mansion specially sent someone to deliver a food box. She said that the pastries inside are all made by the small kitchen of the Marquis' Mansion. Considering that you have just recovered and your appetite may not have fully recovered, they are all your favorite flavors, which are good for whetting your appetite."
Hearing that it was the old lady of the Marquis' Mansion's idea, Qiao Heyuan smiled gently and sat down at the table and chairs in the yard.
She gently opened the food box and saw red date bird's nest cake, pine nut milk pastry and cashew snow pear cake neatly arranged inside - each one was her favorite, and the ingredients were top-notch, and it was not difficult to see the care and attention that went into the making.
She nodded slightly and instructed the maid, "Give some money to the people from the Marquis' Mansion and ask them to tell the old lady that I will personally go to the Marquis' Mansion to pay my respects to her after I have fully recovered."
The maid replied respectfully, "Don't worry, young lady. The Madam already knows that it's the Marquis' Mansion that sent the gift, and she has already rewarded them."
After hearing what the maid said, Qiao Heyuan nodded with satisfaction, feeling particularly touched by her mother's attentiveness and consideration.
She gently picked up a piece of red date and bird's nest cake, put it in her mouth and savored it carefully.
The familiar sweet taste instantly spread across the tip of the tongue, as if carrying the care of the old lady of the Marquis's Mansion for herself.
She closed her eyes and enjoyed this rare tranquility and comfort.
Since the poisoning, the toxins in the body have been eliminated, the body is gradually recovering, and everything seems to be moving in a good direction.
"Girl, have a cup of chrysanthemum tea. It goes perfectly with the cakes."
The maid considerately handed over a cup of chrysanthemum tea, the fragrance of which was refreshing and invigorating.
Qiao Heyuan took the teacup and took a sip, feeling the lingering fragrance on her lips and teeth, complementing the sweetness of the red date and bird's nest cake. She couldn't help but secretly admire the thoughtfulness of the old lady of the Marquis' Mansion, who even considered such details so carefully.
After enjoying tea and pastries, Qiao Heyuan's mood grew even happier. She looked up at the courtyard, where the flowers and trees flourished, the sun shone brightly, and everything seemed vibrant. She secretly felt lucky to have escaped this time, and it made her cherish every moment.
"Miss, you look much better." The maid whispered beside her, with a hint of joy in her tone.
The maid considerately handed over a cup of chrysanthemum tea, the fragrance of which was refreshing and invigorating.
Qiao Heyuan took the teacup and took a sip. The fragrance lingered on her lips and teeth, complementing the sweetness of the red date and bird's nest cake.
After tasting tea and eating cakes, Qiao Heyuan felt even happier.
She looked up at the scenery in the yard and saw lush flowers and trees, bright sunshine, and everything seemed so vibrant.
"Miss, you look much better." The maid whispered beside her, with a hint of joy in her tone.
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