Although Su Xiaoning wasn't an engineering student, she had previously read some books about modern craft models out of interest, and her vague memories gradually returned, allowing her to understand the complex processes on the blueprints.
Su Xiaoning stroked her chin, and an idea popped into her head.
Although she can't build a large ship directly, with these blueprints in hand, could she create a model scaled down to the same size as described in the book? If she can make this model, building a real ship will be just around the corner.
Without hesitation, Su Xiaoning immediately gathered a pile of wood and several carving knives, and began to carefully make the model.
As dusk fell, Su Qingcai returned home after delivering goods. When he saw Su Xiaoning fiddling with something in the house, he curiously went over, but when he saw what she was holding, he burst out laughing.
Su Xiaoning was holding a strange object in her hand. It looked like a bizarre creature, and it was quite comical no matter how you looked at it.
"I've only been gone for a short while, and you're already so bored that you've started making toys? How are you going to sell anything like this?"
Su Qingcai teased Su Xiaoning, but Su Xiaoning didn't even look up, muttering under her breath, "You have the nerve to say such sarcastic things? I made the model just to show you those blueprints..."
Just to study the blueprints?
Su Qingcai was taken aback, then said with a wry smile, "Those are shipbuilding blueprints, why are you making toys? Stop wasting your energy and time."
He didn't understand the concept of scale models in modern craftsmanship, and Su Xiaoning was too lazy to explain it to him. She remained focused on the carving in her hands, without saying a word.
Seeing Su Xiaoning's stubbornness, Su Qingcai stood beside her curiously for a long time. He had originally just wanted to see Su Xiaoning make a fool of herself, but his expression became increasingly serious.
The carving in Su Xiaoning's hands gradually took shape, and even the parts of the ship's hull were carved out. If such a detailed model could really be made, it would not be impossible to build a real ship using the same process.
Su Qingcai froze on the spot, suddenly realizing that he was the most ridiculous one who had just mocked Su Xiaoning.
He turned and left with a guilty conscience, leaving behind a "sorry" as he went.
"Hmph, at least you know how to apologize, not bad..."
Su Xiaoning, who had been maintaining a cold expression, finally raised her head. She gave a soft snort, glanced briefly at Su Qingcai's departing figure, and then focused on her work again.
...
Bing Er's injuries gradually healed, and like Ding Yi, he began to serve Su Qingcai and protect his safety.
Su Qinghe had already noticed the small fishing village. Ding Yi keenly sensed the impending storm. After consulting with Su Qingcai, he sent a message to his brothers in the capital, asking them to send more bodyguards to protect Su Qingcai with him.
Originally, the distance from the capital to Carp Village wasn't that far off, but after half a month when no one had arrived, Su Qingcai sensed that something was wrong.
He never keeps useless people around; his subordinates are all elites among elites. How could he delay the deadline like this?
Ding Yi was also very anxious. When the secret guards from the capital finally arrived after another half month, he gave them a severe scolding.
"What on earth is going on here? How many times have I told you? We are the young master's bodyguards, and protecting him is our duty. You arrived so late. What if something happens to the young master? I will definitely not let you off the hook then!"
"Brother, please calm down. We didn't mean for this to happen either." Xu Huang stepped out from among the guards, looking helpless. "You know how troublesome things are in the capital. It's not like we can just come and go as we please. We were wrong this time, and we promise it won't happen again."
Xu Huang admitted his mistake directly and sincerely, leaving no room for criticism.
Ding Yi only said a few words to him before shutting up, while Su Qingcai remained silent, his sharp gaze fixed on Xu Huang, seemingly deep in thought.
Something's not right... Something's wrong with everything.
However, the newcomer did not reveal any flaws, so he could not act rashly.
Su Qingcai appeared outwardly normal, suppressing his strange feelings and leaving it at that for the time being.
The group was talking inside when there was a knock on the door.
When Ding opened the door, he was surprised to see Su Xiaoning.
Su Xiaoning went inside the house and smiled brightly at Xu Huang and the others.
"You're all under Su Qingcai's command, just like Ding Yi, right? Don't worry, I'm just here to welcome you. Don't be shy, just make yourself at home in Carp Village. I'll be cooking today myself, so please do me the honor!"
The sudden appearance of a strange woman, who even called Su Qingcai by his full name, greatly surprised Xu Huang and the others.
Unsure if the woman was genuinely enthusiastic, and fearing a trap, Xu Huang quietly approached Su Xiaoning and reached out to strike her!
"Xu Huang!"
Su Qingcai slammed his fist on the table and stood up, angrily rebuking Xu Huang.
Xu Huang didn't have time to retract his hand. Seeing the fierce wind of his palm, Su Xiaoning would probably suffer a lot. But unexpectedly, Su Xiaoning suddenly yawned and stretched, barely dodging the blow!
"Yawn, I'm so sleepy... Hmm? Why did you suddenly shout?"
Su Xiaoning was unaware of what had happened. She stared blankly at Su Qingcai, looking completely bewildered.
Xu Huang's palm strike missed its mark. He looked at Su Xiaoning with surprise, wondering if her luck was just too good.
Su Xiaoning didn't notice anything unusual. Seeing that the group of people were not speaking, she waved her hand boredly, pushed open the door and left.
After she left, Su Qingcai slammed his hand on the table and said with a gloomy face, "How dare you! You acted without my permission. Did you even think about the consequences?"
"Please forgive me, sir. I was just afraid that someone might pose a threat to you." Xu Huang immediately lowered his head and admitted his mistake. "I wonder what relationship that woman has with you, sir? Please just tell us, so that we can keep someone in mind."
“She is an important person to me.” Su Qingcai said in a low voice, naming a few people, but suddenly felt that his words seemed ambiguous. He panicked and added, “She researched shipbuilding techniques for me and, like you, is a capable member of my team. You must not hurt her.”
Important people, shipbuilding techniques...
Xu Huang secretly memorized all the information he heard, while outwardly nodding in agreement.
At noon, Su Xiaoning personally cooked a feast to entertain Su Qingcai's subordinates.
The group of people were having a great time and were very happy.
While they were drinking and eating heartily, Qin Yunyun and Qin Sang, whom they hadn't seen for many days, were suffering from hunger.
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