Chapter 82 The peppers are blooming
Gifts presented to the royal family naturally had to undergo multiple inspections, and anything with problems would not easily be sent to the emperor. But they said this one more thing, and if you know what's good for you and me, then it will be a good thing for everyone.
Cui Qingyi was not someone who didn't know what was good for her. She said solemnly, "Master Zhou, please rest assured. Since I have accepted this task, I will do my best to carry it out."
Zhou Yanxiu nodded indifferently, but in fact he didn't care much about this matter.
The Empress Dowager celebrates her birthday every year, and he sends gifts every year. He can't rely entirely on Cui Qingyi. If Cui Qingyi makes a mistake, he can naturally fill the gap with other things, but it is better not to make mistakes.
Now that she had gotten the answer she wanted, Cui Qingyi was about to get up and say goodbye, when coincidentally, Zhou Wen's tea was delivered to her at this time.
She was in a moment where she couldn't walk or sit.
The county magistrate probably wouldn't be in such a dilemma. He picked up the hot tea and took a sip, even thinking about sex.
"Mr. Cui, have some tea. I wonder what other courses Mr. Cui's women's school offers besides embroidery?"
Zhou Yanxiu suddenly remembered to ask. He was in a bad mood at the girls' school that day. Now that he had returned to normal, he had the mind to care about the people under his rule.
Girls' education is a good thing that benefits the people. If it is done well, it can also add a few points to his political achievements in Dongping County.
When Cui Qingyi came here, she also heard a lot about Zhou Yanxiu's deeds. This person is not just a talker, so she was not surprised by the other party's questions.
"In reply to your Excellency, the girls' school currently only teaches embroidery. I do plan to add some other courses, such as literacy and handicrafts."
Zhou Yanxiu became interested and asked Cui Qingyi to explain in detail.
After today's meeting, Cui Qingyi had a very good impression of County Magistrate Zhou. His good reputation among the people was well-earned, and he was someone who truly cared about the people.
For example, in this male-dominated world, most people would be dismissive of the existence of girls' schools, or even sneer at them.
Those with a better attitude might just ignore it and let it develop freely, but Zhou Yanxiu is different. He really cares about what is taught in the girls' school.
The girls' school would still be relying on the county magistrate for care, so Cui Qingyi laid out her plan.
"The Jin dynasty was prosperous, and its scholars were numerous. However, I don't have any great ambitions. I teach literacy to the children who can't afford to go to school. I don't expect them to write brilliant works, but just hope they can learn a few words and understand the account books, so that they won't become blind in the future.
I have heard that there are unscrupulous human traffickers who trick women into selling themselves, and they sign a contract without thinking and easily ruin their own lives.
If you know a few words, it might save your life at a critical moment.
Speaking of handicrafts, if ordinary people can learn the skill of basket weaving, they can add dozens of copper coins to their family income throughout the year.
If the skills you learn are more scarce and practical, then a family of four can gradually become well-off.
I thought that handicrafts should be mainly practical. For example, weaving blankets, making fruit offerings and pastries, and even brewing vinegar are more practical.
These are just some rough ideas, what do you think?"
Cui Qingyi looked at Zhou Yanxiu with some anticipation. She really hoped that he could give her some advice. After all, as the county magistrate, he must know much more than she did.
Zhou Yanxiu was indeed touched. Cui Qingyi's idea about women's education was very different from the impression of the school in his mind, and it could even be said to be a complete subversion.
It's understandable that it's used to teach people to recognize words, but this handicraft is a bit messy, even not presentable. How can something like that be taught in a school?
But on the other hand, he felt that Cui Qingyi's idea was very reasonable. In this world, men could take the imperial examinations and become officials, but what about women?
He had seen with his own eyes how difficult it was for women to live.
"Mr. Cui's idea is excellent. If the girls' school can develop as Mr. Cui envisions, it will be a good thing for the people of Dongping County.
During Zhou's tenure, Mr. Cui can do what he wants. If you need any help, please come to the county office and see me or County Magistrate Ji."
Cui Qingyi's eyes lit up. She didn't expect to get such a surprise today. You know, Dongping County is far away and it would be great if she could get the protection of the county's officials.
Moreover, there is an inexplicable aura about County Magistrate Zhou, and he seems to be somewhat reliable. Why is that?
"However, the most important thing now is to hurry up and prepare a birthday gift for the Empress Dowager." Zhou Yanxiu reminded.
If this matter is done well, it will be of great benefit to Cui Qingyi herself.
Zhou Yanxiu doesn't mind lending a helping hand when the time is right.
Cui Qingyi certainly understood the priorities of the matter. She stood up and said goodbye: "Sir, I will go back and prepare. I will need your help to take a look at it later."
Zhou Yanxiu did not comment and picked up the Qingtianji beside him.
Cui Qingyi's eyelids twitched when she saw the words "Qingtian Ji". Is her Qingtian Ji so popular that even the county magistrate likes it?
As the original author, it was a strange feeling to suddenly see one of his book fans, and this fan's identity was somewhat special. Cui Qingyi didn't know how to describe it.
After returning to the girls' school, Cui Qingyi took Konjac and began to prepare the Hundred Longevity Picture.
Although it is just a Hundred Years of Longevity picture, there are many things to pay attention to, from line selection to pattern, to size and color matching, you have to be very careful.
Even the arrangement of the longevity character is particular.
From that day on, Cui Qingyi stayed at home. Knowing that she was busy, the Li Miao family did not come to disturb her.
As the days passed, Cui Qingyi's beloved peppers bloomed unknowingly.
Cui Qingyi originally wanted to go to the backyard to check out the vegetable seedlings, but when she slowly opened her eyes, she was attracted by a small white flower as soon as she arrived in the backyard.
She excitedly took three or two steps towards the pepper seedlings, reached out to touch one, and then cautiously pulled her hand back.
At this moment, Cui Qingyi felt even more excited than if she had won the lottery jackpot.
Her beloved peppers have finally bloomed, so how long will it take for them to bear fruit?
Konjac and Wangcai were not at home, and Cui Qingyi had no one to share her excitement with, so she could only spin in circles to release her emotions that had nowhere to go.
When Konjac came home from school with Wangcai, she discovered that Cui Qingyi was not in the embroidery room. Ever since they started making the Hundred Longevity Painting, they had converted one of their bedrooms into an embroidery room, using it to store the embroidery frame and embroidery pieces. They had to lock the door before leaving to feel at ease.
Konjac followed Wangcai to the backyard and saw his daughter squatting on the ground, grinning foolishly. A small white flower on the pepper tree, which the girl worshipped as a treasure, was swaying in the wind.
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