The accumulated snow melted, and water dripped from the eaves.
Rong Xi was practicing his tactics in the courtyard when he heard Liu He shouting excitedly, "My dear! It's sprouting! It's sprouting!"
Maybe he was too excited and not careful, the snow in the yard was slippery, he slipped and fell to the ground, crying out in pain.
Rong Xi and Liu Zishi hurried over and helped him up.
"Are you injured?"
Liu He moved his hands and feet, grinning, "I am fine, it is my fault for disturbing you, my lord."
"How could I disturb you?" Rong Xi smiled gently, "I'm glad you're okay."
Seeing that he was indeed not injured, Liu Zishi breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "Aunt, what did you just say, what sprouts?"
"The rapeseed has sprouted! In the glass house!" Liu He became excited again.
He had heard that royal nobles often built greenhouses in winter and burned charcoal for heating, so that they could grow vegetables in winter.
He couldn't imagine such luxury.
And now, he actually saw a miracle! And no charcoal fire was used, only glass.
Is it true that my husband is not a god from heaven?
He just shouted, and several people heard it, and they all ran to the glass greenhouse, seeing that it was dotted with green beans, full of vitality, so lovely!
These seedlings were planted by several people themselves, and a sense of accomplishment naturally arose.
"Zi Shi, I will go to Feng's with you today," Rong Xi instructed, "The roads are slippery after the snow, so drive carefully."
Liu Zishi had no objection.
At noon, the two took a car to Feng's carpenter shop.
When they met Feng Shan, Rong Xi took out the blueprints again. Feng and his son were no longer surprised.
"I want to make tooth tools. Please help me, Mr. Feng."
After arriving in the Wei Dynasty, he followed the custom and chewed tooth wood every morning to clean his mouth. I was busy with many things before and had no time to pay attention to these small tools. Recently, I had nothing to do, so I came to find Mr. Feng.
Feng Shan carefully examined the blueprint and praised, "Very good. But I need to try it out. Please wait for a few days."
"It's okay. After it's made, let Zi Shi take it back." Rong Xi replied with a smile.
After leaving Feng's house, Rong Xi strolled around the market town, accompanied by Liu Zishi.
Since the last raid by bandits, whenever Rong Xi left his house, unless Qin Ke was with him, Liu Zishi would follow him.
The county market is quite lively, with all kinds of shops. There is a tofu mill in the northeast corner, which is crowded with people and business is booming.
Liu Zishi saw it and felt proud of it.
"My dear, you invented tofu, and now everyone loves it."
Rong Xi told the truth: "It was not created by me."
Liu Zishi naturally didn't believe it. He saw it with his own eyes, so how could it be fake?
After a while, they arrived in front of a grocery store. Rong Xi suddenly heard someone calling him from behind, so he turned around to look.
"Little Langjun, it's really you!"
The person who approached him looked quite familiar, but Rong Xi didn't remember him at first.
"Semu people! At the city gate!" the leader of the caravan hurriedly reminded.
This young man had a handsome face and extraordinary bearing, no worse than the nobles in Shengjing. Moreover, it was easy to get Semu people from him, which left a deep impression on him.
I just saw his profile and thought he looked familiar, so I called out.
Rong Xi finally remembered and asked calmly, "What do you want to call me for?"
"Young Master, I have some rare things. Would you like to see them?"
He had already been to Shengjing, the capital of the Wei Dynasty, and was now on his way back, but his goods had not been sold out completely. He was getting anxious and uneasy. Just now, he happened to meet Rong Xi in the market, so he asked this question.
"My dear." Liu Xiaonian saw that Xi did not look very kind and did not want to let Xi be deceived.
Rong Xi smiled and replied: "What rare thing do you have? Go and get it, and I'll take a look."
He had already asked Qin Ke, and judging from the caravan's attire, they must have come from the Western Regions. The person in charge, the official from the Great Wei, spoke the official language very fluently.
The leader of the caravan had no reason to refuse and turned around to get it.
After a while, the person in charge returned and saw that Rong Xi was indeed waiting there. He felt relieved and ordered the two strong servants behind him to open the bag of goods.
Inside the cargo bags, various goods were piled up in a mess.
Seeing Rong Xi's expression, the steward took out a fur and said carefully, "Young man, this is a rare snow wolf fur. Take a look. The fur is soft and smooth, and it is very warm."
Rong Xi: “…” Does he really look so gullible?
"If you are not sincere, then there is no point in doing business with you." He pretended to be slightly annoyed.
The master smiled and said, "Young man, take a look for yourself and find the one you like."
He opened the bag and let Rong Xi choose for himself.
Rong Xi took a casual glance and saw nothing unusual. He shook his head and made a gesture to leave. Suddenly, he caught a glimpse of something out of the corner of his eye and stopped in an instant.
"What is this?" He picked up a soft white object and asked the person in charge.
The head of the shop smiled exaggeratedly, "Young Master, you have a good eye! This is a specialty of the Western Regions, soft and white, very beautiful."
"Liar." Liu Zishi muttered softly, but seeing that Rong Xi was quite interested, he did not disturb Rong Xi's interest.
Rong Xi rubbed it with his fingertips, and tiny silk fibers stuck to his hands. He suddenly smiled.
"You use this to wrap the goods to prevent them from breaking, right?"
The head of the shop smiled flatteringly, "Although it is not as soft and smooth as silk, it is also useful. If you like it, why not buy it and try it?"
Rong Xi did not respond, but only asked: "What is its name?"
"Bai Diezi, it's called Bai Diezi." The person in charge replied hurriedly.
Rong Xi's heart felt like a torrent roaring through it, but his face remained extremely calm.
"I have never seen this before. It is quite strange. Where did you get it? How many are there?"
The manager was delighted and said, "There are many of these in my hometown. If you like them, I will bring them all to you."
"How long does it take for the caravan to go back and forth?" Rong Xi nodded and asked.
Liu Zishi privately thought that the white folded pieces were useless, but when he saw Rong Xi wanted to buy them, he couldn't help but feel curious. Could these white folded pieces really be of great use?
My dear, you are a man of great talent, and you will definitely know the effect of this thing.
Upon hearing this, the chief showed regret on his face, "Young Master, you don't know, it's so cold today, I wanted to return home and leave in the spring next year."
"In that case, then so be it." Rong Xi said coldly.
"Young Master! Listen to me." The person in charge hurriedly stopped him and said, "If you are sincere, I am willing to make another trip!"
Rong Xi hesitated for a moment and asked, "What's the price?"
The person in charge looked at him carefully and told him the number.
Rong Xi did not hesitate, nodded and said: "This is the contract."
The two went to the bookstore to borrow paper and pen, and the contract was signed, and Rong Xi paid the deposit.
The attendant wrapped the white folded beads in a cloth and handed it to Rong Xi, overjoyed, "Young Master, the white folded beads are all here."
Liu Zishi took it and asked Rong Xi, "My dear, are you going home?"
There were some curious people in the market who, seeing that Rong Xi seemed to have been cheated by the caravan, shook their heads and sighed.
Rong Xi nodded, "Go home."
The two men turned around and left the market town, and took a car to their home.
As soon as the carriage stopped, Rong Xi got off with the white stack of coins in his arms and went straight to the study.
Baidiezi is the cotton of later generations. The uses of cotton are difficult to describe in detail.
His heart was pounding as he unfolded the cloth, his excitement evident beyond words. How can we not share such a wonderful thing with others?
Put the cotton into the empty box, spread out paper and write, and express your feelings.
A few days later, in the northern border town.
The Wei army won a great victory and returned victorious. The Northern Rong barbarians temporarily retreated to the grasslands and dared not attack again for a while.
The officers and soldiers were feasting happily, but their commander was nowhere to be seen.
Inside the tent, Qin Ke sat at the desk and carefully unfolded the letter.
The pencil writing on the paper is clear and elegant. It is often said that the handwriting reflects the writer, and this is really true.
He looked at it carefully again and again, then laughed out loud and whispered: "If the white folded seeds can be used to keep out the cold, it will be a blessing for the people of Wei and the soldiers on the border."
As soon as winter comes in northern Xinjiang, there is often wind and snow everywhere. The armor was icy cold and many soldiers suffered from frostbite on their hands and feet. If there were something warm and light, the soldiers would not have to endure the pain of freezing cold.
Very good.
The northern barbarians were successfully expelled and peace returned to the northern border.
Liang Siwen walked in through the curtains and saw Qin Ke packing his luggage. He asked curiously, "Father, are you going back to Beijing?"
If it were in the past, Aye would definitely stay in the border for a little longer. Why is he so anxious now?
"I'm not returning to Beijing. The military equipment supervision workshop is being built, and I have the responsibility to supervise it, so I must return to Mengshan." After Qin Ke finished speaking, a soft light flashed in his eyes.
When Liang Siwen heard this, he thought of Rong Lian who was also in Mengshan, and his heart skipped a beat. He asked, "Can I go with you?"
He hadn't seen Rong Lian for several months and missed her very much.
Qin Ke raised his eyes and saw that he was full of hope. Thinking of his youthful mind, he still seemed innocent and it would be good for him to gain more experience.
"Can."
Liang Siwen was very happy to get his consent. He waved the curtain and went out, heading straight for his tent, where he met Chen Chuangu on the way.
Seeing that he was in a hurry, Chen Chuangu stopped him and asked, "Why are you in such a hurry?"
"Uncle Chen, I want to go to Mengshan with my father, so I have to go back to the tent to pack my belongings." Liang Siwen's eyes were bright and his cheeks were red from the cold wind.
Chen Chuangu couldn't help but laugh and said, "He's going to see his sweetheart, why are you going?"
"Sweetheart?" Liang Siwen couldn't believe it. "Uncle Chen, are you kidding?"
How could Aye have a lover?
Chen Chuangu knew that he had let the cat out of the bag, and hurriedly said, "I was indeed joking. He is the commander of the Military Equipment Supervisory Commissioner. He returned to Mengshan to supervise the construction."
Having said this, he strode away.
Liang Siwen's heartbeat calmed down after hearing this.
On the day of departure, the snow and wind stopped and the sun shone brightly.
Qin Ke, Liang Siwen, and Chen Chuangu rode on horseback from the border town to the southeast.
At the same time, Rong Xi was making tooth powder by himself.
The dental tools are all there, except for the tooth powder.
He had already bought soap beans, ginger, rehmannia, asarum, green salt and other things from the market and brought them home.
This is an ancient method, and he shamelessly borrowed it.
After mixing evenly, pour it into a clean jar and take out a little when using it to remove dirt and clean teeth.
He commissioned Feng Gong to make the toothbrush. The head of the wooden handle was planted with horsetail hair. Although it was hard, it was usable.
The masters and servants of Rong's house all followed his example. After using the toothbrushes and tooth powder, they all found them convenient and used them frequently.
"My dear!"
Jin Jili entered the house happily, holding a bucket in his hand. Water splashed in the bucket, as if there was a living thing inside.
Liu Zishi followed him and praised him, "Sir, Jili really caught some fish!"
Now the rivers are frozen. Although there are fishermen who break the ice to catch fish, their number is very small and they all go to the houses of rich and powerful families.
Although Rong Xi was wealthy, he was unwilling to spend money on this matter.
Today, Jin Jili said he wanted to go fishing, Rong Xi thought he was just in a playful mood and asked Liu Zishi to accompany him.
Unexpectedly, he actually caught several fish.
The masters and servants of the Rong family all looked at him with admiration. Jin Jili's eyes were full of enthusiasm. When he heard Rong Xi praising him, he smiled with joy, and his golden hair became even more dazzling.
Liu He was killing fish with a knife, while Jin Jili was watching carefully.
Because they had fish for dinner, Rong Xi was in a good mood and planned to cook fish and tofu.
The fish soup was tasty and the tofu was even more delicious. When Rong Xi was cooking in the kitchen, the aroma filled the house, making him so hungry that he had no intention of reading at all.
He was about to put down the book and stand up, but he saw Xiyan running towards him with a happy look on his face.
"Second Master, Prince Qin and Young Master Liang are here!"
The book in his hand fell on the table, Rong Lian stood up suddenly, and asked in surprise: "Si Wen?"
Xi Yan nodded, "And Doctor Chen."
Rong Lian had no time to listen any longer, so he stepped out of the door and walked towards the front yard.
In the main hall, Qin Ke and the other two had already taken their seats.
Liu He served tea and placed the table. Liu Zishi had already gone to the kitchen to report to Rong Xi.
"My dear, I am preparing the meal. Please wait for a moment, Your Majesty."
As soon as Liu He finished speaking, Rong Lian lifted her skirt and walked in. She first greeted Qin Ke and then looked at Liang Siwen.
Although he had the intention to escape at first, after living in the ancestral home for several months and being influenced by Rong Xi's open-minded mind, Rong Lian was no longer afraid.
Liang Siwen also raised his head to look at him, and when their eyes met, they both smiled shyly.
Chen Chuangu: “…”
Something seems wrong.
Qin Ke suddenly stood up from the table and went straight to the kitchen.
In the kitchen, Rong Xi was stunned when he heard Liu Zishi's report.
"My dear?"
After Liu Zishi called him, he came to his senses and was about to stop fighting and go to the main hall, when he saw a tall figure standing outside the door.
The two men's eyes met, and they were stunned for a few moments.
"Brother Sizhi, you must have been exhausted from traveling all the way." Rong Xi smiled and said, "Why don't you take a rest in the hall first and have a meal..."
"Rong Dalang," Qin Ke stood with his back to the light, his eyes deep, "I have something to tell you."
Rong Xi remained calm and said, "Let's talk after dinner. It won't be too late."
Since he was like this, Qin Ke had no right to say anything more.
After a while, the food was placed on the table and several people ate in silence.
Chen Chuangu glanced at the other four people.
Seeing Liang Siwen and Rong Lian looking at each other secretly, he sighed in his heart.
On the other hand, Rong Xi and Qin Ke were both enjoying their meal leisurely, looking calm and relaxed, which made him feel confused.
Before returning to Mengshan, Qin Sizhi was so anxious that he traveled day and night, regardless of himself and Si Wen, just to get to Mengshan as soon as possible.
Why was she so reserved when she really met Rong Dalang?
It's really puzzling.
After the meal, Rong Lian took Liang Siwen into the bedroom to talk, and Rong Xi invited Qin Ke to sit in the study. Only Chen Chuangu was alone, and in desperation, he started talking to Jin Jili.
study.
Rong Xi stood up to trim the candle, and when the candlelight became brighter, he calmed down and turned around to ask, "Regarding the matter of Bai Diezi, what do you think, Brother Sizhi?"
His hands were hidden in his sleeves, trembling slightly.
Qin Ke stood tall and graceful, a few steps away from him, and said, "What you wish is also what I wish."
The man had a handsome appearance, and in the dim candlelight, he looked even more alluring.
Rong Xi was not a person who cared about color, but he felt that Qin Ke's appearance was unique in the world.
Sweat grew on his palms, and he suddenly turned his head, his eyes fell on the desk, no longer looking at him.
"Brother Sizhi must be tired after coming from the northern border. You may as well go back to your room to take a shower and rest."
The young man's expression was no longer calm, and Qin Ke's heart softened as he watched him.
Don't be too reckless, he secretly warned himself.
"I want to see what Bai Diezi looks like. Dalang should not be stingy with it for me, right?" Qin Ke suppressed what he was about to say and forced himself to change the subject.
Rong Xi felt relieved but also disappointed.
He walked to the bookshelf, took out a wooden box and placed it on the table, and said with a smile, "Brother Sizhi, please."
Qin Ke strode to his side, stood side by side with him, and lowered his head to look at the things in the box.
It was soft and white. When he touched it, he felt it was delicate and smooth. It was quite similar to Rong Dalang. He couldn't help but chuckle softly.
"Brother Sizhi, do you also think this thing is very good?"
Rong Xi saw that he looked gentle and mistakenly thought that he was because of Bai Diezi.
"Very good." Qin Ke responded in a low voice.
The two of them suddenly had nothing to say, and a dull atmosphere filled the study.
Rong Xi gradually felt embarrassed, so he reached out to close the wooden box. However, due to carelessness, his left thumb was pinched, and he quickly retracted it into his sleeve without uttering a cry of surprise.
"Is he injured?" Qin Ke was anxious to check, and without thinking, he reached out to grab him.
Someone held his left wrist tightly. Rong Xi only felt that the place where it was held was burning like fire, and even the pain in his fingertips was forgotten.
Although Prince Qin had an extraordinary appearance, his hands were covered with thick calluses. He was very strong and Rong Xi felt a slight prick on his wrist.
"Fortunately, there is no bruise." Qin Ke looked at his fingertips carefully. Apart from a white mark on the nail, there were no other injuries. He felt relieved.
Rong Xi's eyelashes were as white as feathers, and he lowered his head and said, "Thank you, Brother Sizhi, for your concern."
He struggled slightly and put it back into his sleeve.
The feeling of the boy's smooth wrist had not yet faded, and Qin Ke suddenly felt like a lecher, greedy for that delicate and soft touch.
"I am sorry for my rudeness, Dalang, please forgive me." Qin Ke apologized, "I will go back to my room now."
After saying that, he turned and walked out of the study.
Rong Xi stood alone in front of the desk for a long time, then suddenly covered his face and laughed at himself.
The Prince of Qin is so handsome that he can easily make people fall in love with him. But Rong Xi was timid and did not dare to expose the truth.
He was afraid that Qin Ke was just in a temporary mood and that he would not be able to extricate himself.
At night, he tossed and turned in bed, unable to fall asleep, and could only hear the sound of his heart beating like a drum in his ears.
The moonlight outside the window was quiet. He stood up and walked outside the yard, pulled his cloak tightly together, and walked down the stone steps.
Suddenly, I heard some noise outside the house, as if someone was shouting and screaming. There was a lot of commotion, and it was quite scary in the quiet night sky.
He was about to go out to ask, but he saw a dark figure suddenly jump down from the courtyard wall. He was startled when he heard the man's deep voice: "It's me."
It’s Qin Ke.
Rong Xi felt relieved instantly and asked, "What happened?"
"We don't know yet," Qin Ke said solemnly, "Nearly a hundred people surrounded us, and the people in the town were all frightened. There are guards outside the house to resist, so they can hold out for a while."
Rong Xi frowned, "Nearly a hundred people? Where did they come from? What's their purpose?"
Qin Ke felt distressed when he saw the dark circles under his eyes, so he said, "You go back to the house first, I'll go out and take a look."
"Brother Sizhi." Rong Xi suddenly called.
Qin Ke looked back, his features were picturesque.
"Be careful."
The man looked extremely gentle, with his lips raised in a faint smile.
"Um."
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