Chapter 554 Blood Boiling
If there is anything important, the emperor will tell Su Xueyi in the letter.
The emperor didn't mention it in the letter, which means that everything is fine at the border.
The two talked a lot, but Wen Moshu was most interested in paper.
“Sister Shen, I used the paper made in your workshop and I really think it’s very good.”
Yang Yanran smiled and said, "Yes, we use a lot of paper now. If we use the paper produced by your workshop in the future, we will be able to spare no effort in using paper."
Shen Shaojing also nodded and said: "Paper was really expensive before, but now that you, sister, have developed cheap paper, we are willing to use paper now."
While they were talking, the breakfast that Shen Yueyao had ordered came up.
Shen Yueyao said: "Don't just talk, eat quickly."
Shen Yueyao looked at Wen Shuran and said with a smile: "Shuran has changed a lot. He seems to be much more cheerful and has become a sunny boy."
Shen Yueyao looked at Wen Shuran at this time and really thought that Wen Shuran was very good.
Yang Yanran sighed and said, "I felt really sorry for Shu Ran before. We didn't care about Shu Ran at that time. He has been sensible since he was a child and knows how to take care of his father."
"Now that he's better, we just want to spend more time with him."
"He originally wanted to do scientific research, but I thought he was still young. If he could go out and have some fun, it would be like studying abroad. It would broaden his horizons and help him write more meaningful articles."
Shen Yueyao agreed and said, "Your idea is right."
"The more you gain experience, the more different your writing will be. As the saying goes, reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles."
Yang Yanran smiled and said, "He came out to walk around and see more. His temperament has become much more cheerful."
"Maybe it's because his father is in good health now, so he doesn't have to be so strict anymore."
"Shu Ran has never been out much since he was a child. He only went with you to Liuhe Village when we were there. He liked Dabao and Erbao very much."
Dabao said: "I like Brother Shuran too."
Erbao nodded and said, "I like it too."
As if thinking of something, Wen Moshu said: "Brother Su, Sister Shen, we heard that you opened a college in Hezhou."
Shen Yueyao nodded and said, “Yes, I opened a school.”
She explained in detail, "In fact, our initial consideration was the issue of Dabao and Erbao going to school. We investigated the academies and private schools in Hezhou and found that the atmosphere in the academies was very bad. They formed cliques, suppressed poor students, bullied students, and the teachers even accepted bribes and turned black into white. So we thought of building an academy."
"I didn't expect the academy to actually be built. The atmosphere seems pretty good, and everyone is focused on learning."
"However, the college has also established many rules and regulations to ensure the safety of students and maintain a good learning environment."
Dabao said seriously: "Mom, I really like going to the academy to study."
Erbao also spoke up: "Yes, our roommates are very nice, and so are our classmates. We can study and discuss together, and eat in the cafeteria together. My classmates all say that the food in the cafeteria is very good."
"And the teachers, they are all very good and knowledgeable. We can all learn a lot."
"A lot of it is knowledge that isn't in books. The Master has traveled a lot and has experience as an official, so he tells them some interesting stories he's seen..."
Wen Shuran was very moved when he heard this.
He also wanted to go, but he knew that his aunt was their family's benefactor, and he didn't want to cause trouble for her.
He also knew how good Wende Academy was.
During his days in Hezhou, he went to the entrance of the academy and had a look around. There were many things for sale there, including food and daily necessities, and there was also a bookstore.
He also heard many people talk about how great the academy was.
Those scholars who had bullied their classmates were not allowed to enter the academy at all.
I heard that the learning atmosphere in the academy is very strong.
There is also the retired Lord Qiao who serves as the dean and gives lectures.
Everyone can see that Lord Qiao has great knowledge and ability, and he also wants to go to school.
But he didn't tell his parents, and he didn't expect his father to ask about the academy.
Shen Yueyao smiled and said, "No wonder you guys are so used to living in the academy."
Dabao and Erbao said, "My classmates are all very good. Mom said that if there are three people walking together, there must be one person who can teach me. They know things that we don't, and we all learn from each other."
Shen Yueyao looked at them and felt relieved.
Wen Moshu was a little embarrassed to speak.
This is especially true for Yang Yanran.
However, Shen Yueyao knew from their expressions, "Do you want to send Shu Ran to the academy?"
Yang Yanran said excitedly: "Is it really possible?"
“Sister Shen, we are particularly afraid of causing trouble for you.”
Shen Yueyao said very straightforwardly: "What kind of trouble is this?"
"I know Shu Ran is a good scholar. With his ability, he can enter the academy if he passes the entrance exam."
"And we also hope that the academy will have more students with good academics, so that if we can produce top scorers in the imperial examinations, our academy will become even more famous."
If a college produces a top scholar, the entire college will become famous throughout the State of Yan.
Moreover, children educated by Wen Moshu and Yang Yanran will not have any problems with their character.
When she looked at Wen Shuran, she felt that he was very sensible and steady.
He played with Dabao and Erbao before, and both of them said that this older brother was good, which shows that he is very good.
"The academy is all residential. If you want to study in the academy, you need to live in the dormitory. The environment of the dormitory is very good, so you can rest assured."
Su Xueyi said, "Why not take you for a walk after dinner?"
Upon hearing that they could go and have a look, Yang Yanran and Wen Moshu were both very excited.
"Is it really possible?"
Shen Yueyao said, "It happens that today is a holiday. Our academy sometimes allows some people to come in to see the academy, but it is always during the holiday period. Special people will bring people in, and they must register to ensure that there are no problems before they can enter."
"I'll take you there, there won't be any problem."
Yang Yanran and Wen Moshu were very happy when they heard this, and they were grateful to Shen Yueyao and Su Xueyi.
Even Wen Shuran widened his eyes in disbelief.
Can he really go to Wende Academy to study?
Shen Yueyao said: "It's just that Hezhou is very far away from Yunzhou. Are you really confident in letting Shuran come here to study?"
Yang Yanran said, "As long as it's good for him."
“I think this is going to be a place where culture thrives.”
Although she had only been in Hezhou for a few days, she had heard many people's discussions and could naturally feel that Hezhou was developing very quickly.
The paper is cheap, the variety of books is rich, and the prices of books in bookstores are cheap.
And there are a lot of scholars at the dock alone.
The feeling is different just by looking at everyone's faces.
"Besides, with the abilities of both of you, Brother Su and Sister Shen, there's no doubt that Hezhou will develop very well."
"Just like in Yunzhou, in Yunzhou, you all have driven the development of the entire state, let alone here in Hezhou."
When in Yunzhou, Su Xueyi was not yet the prefect, but here in Hezhou, Su Xueyi is the prefect.
Being able to plan the entire Hezhou area, Sister Shen will definitely be able to use her abilities freely.
Not to mention doing things in an orderly manner like in Liuhe Village.
She knew that when the lipstick business was so good, Shen Yueyao did not expand the scale of production.
Even though there are only two workshops, they are not very large in scale.
In fact, she knew that Shen Yueyao only wanted to do business in a low-key manner, and she had some concerns in her heart.
But now it’s different, with their status now, Shen Yueyao can naturally do a lot of things.
Just like papermaking and printing, why didn't Shen Yueyao open such a workshop when she was in Liuhe Village? In fact, it was because she had concerns.
Now that they have the emperor protecting them, Sister Shen can use her abilities.
Yes, in Yang Yanran’s opinion, Sister Shen’s abilities are more than that.
She was looking forward to seeing Sister Shen show off her various abilities.
She felt that Sister Shen was covered with layers of mysterious veils, and as she uncovered one layer, there was another.
Always a personal surprise.
The person Yang Yanran admires the most is also Sister Shen.
When Yang Yanran looked at Shen Yueyao, her eyes were filled with admiration.
Shen Yueyao smiled and said, "You believe me."
But it is true that she and Su Xueyi have other plans for the development of Hezhou, to gradually turn Hezhou into a transportation hub.
We also want Hezhou to have its own specialties.
It’s just that the weather is cold now, so let’s plant some specialty crops in the spring.
Shen Yueyao looked at Wen Shuran and said, "After staying here for a long time, will Shuran miss home?"
Wen Shuran said, "I want to study hard, become a useful person, and fulfill my father's dream."
Shen Yueyao's expression changed and she asked, "What is your father's dream?"
Wen Shuran said, "Dad wants to be the top scholar and bring honor to our family."
Wen Moshu's heart warmed as he listened to his son's words. He explained, "The Wen family's ancestors were also a family of scholars, but later on, something happened to the Wen family, so they had to do business to make some money."
"I like reading and once thought about becoming the top scholar in the imperial examination."
Shen Yueyao said: "Brother Wen can also take the exam now."
Wen Moshu shook his head and said, "Not now. I just want to accompany Yanran to walk around and see a little bit. Yanran likes to eat delicious food, so I want to take Yanran to eat delicious food from all over the world."
“I also have to thank Sister Shen for helping Yanran find what she wanted to do, and so did I.”
Wen Moshu's mentality has long been different from when he was young. To him, his wife and son are the most important now.
Yang Yanran said, "He likes to write those gourmet books now, and he also records some stories. I am very happy when I see him doing these."
Shen Yueyao's expression changed and she asked, "Can I take a look?"
In order to record food and stories, Wen Moshu always carries the book with him.
He nodded and took it out to show Shen Yueyao.
Shen Yueyao and Su Xueyi read it together. After reading a few articles, they were both shocked.
Shen Yueyao exclaimed in admiration: "This is a food book from our Great Yan Dynasty. There has never been such a book before."
"Brother Wen, please record more. I'm thinking of having someone print more books like this at the printing workshop and promote them."
Upon hearing this, Yang Yanran was shocked, "Is it still possible to publish a book?"
Even Wen Moshu's hands trembled with excitement.
He knew very well what publishing a book meant.
Shen Yueyao said: "Of course, such books can be printed in batches after they have been verified and verified and there are no problems."
"It's very convenient to print books now. You don't have to write them by hand. You can just use one book as a reference and print hundreds, thousands, or even tens of thousands of books."
Yang Yanran's heartbeat quickened. "That would be very troublesome."
Shen Yueyao shook her head and said, "It's not a problem. I opened a printing workshop that prints books. Otherwise, why do you think there are so many books in the bookstore? Everyone can browse and read at will. It's because each book is printed in large quantities, so there is no need to worry about lack of books."
Yang Yanran sighed: “Sister Shen, you are so amazing.”
Shen Yueyao said modestly: “No, I just expressed my own ideas, and it is mainly the employees who do the work.”
Yang Yanran shook her head and said, "No, you are really amazing. You are the person I admire the most."
Yang Yanran said this truthfully, because when she looked at Shen Yueyao, her eyes were filled with bright colors.
Even Wen Moshu's blood began to boil.
He found something he enjoyed and could stick with.
He must keep good records.
Chen Yueyao looked at Wen Moshu with encouragement and said, "Brother Wen, food books like yours are very meaningful. Reading books like these can boost tourism. Many people will visit places because of the delicious food, which can boost the local economy..."
She knew that people at that time had little idea about travel and had no such concept at all.
Yang Yanran said, "It's just like a spring outing. Everyone can follow the food recommendations in the food book and choose a place to go for an outing in a carriage."
Shen Yueyao nodded and said, "You can understand it that way."
Wen Moshu said seriously: "Thank you, Sister Shen."
Chen Yueyao said: "You should not thank me, but yourself. Most people can't write such a good story and don't have the energy to travel around and try delicious food."
This requires not only knowledge but also financial support.
The Wen family is engaged in business, with industries spread all over the place, and they also have caravans.
So it will be easy for Wen Moshu to travel around.
He can focus on tasting and recording delicious food.
"By then, the book can be printed in copies, and we can publish several copies... So once I write one, I can publish another..."
This is the convenience of printing.
It is convenient to print books.
Su Xueyi took the book and read it patiently and carefully, his eyes lighting up. He nodded and said, "This book is very well written."
Su Xueyi could see that Wen Moshu was very knowledgeable.
Yang Yanran looked at Wen Shuran and said, "You don't have to miss home while you study here. We will come to Hezhou to see you often."
Wen Shuran nodded.
Yang Yanran said: "I have to say, after the pier opened, it is quite convenient for us to come to Hezhou by boat."
This is indeed the case. With the opening of Hezhou Wharf, transportation has become much more convenient.
Shen Yueyao was actually thinking that it would be nice if there was cement.
This will allow cement to be used on all the streets in Hezhou, making it more convenient for horse-drawn carriages to travel.
But now is not the time to study cement.
She also wants to expand the papermaking workshop.
The paper produced in the workshops now is simply not enough.
However, the emperor also told Su Xueyi in the letter that a papermaking workshop has now been built in the capital.
Papermaking also began.
It is estimated that in more than a month, paper will be produced in the capital.
In fact, Beijing is the place that needs cheap paper the most.
Because during the imperial examination, many students from all over the country came to the capital to take the exam.
Moreover, there are many academies in the capital, many scholars, and many families of high-ranking officials and nobles, all of whom need paper to write things.
There are papermaking workshops in the capital, which makes it convenient for people in the capital to use paper.
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