"Your Highness, how to use this thing..."
Shi Lu looked longingly at Zhao Ying who was standing aside. Zhao Ying smiled and pulled a handful of wheat, stepped on the pedal, and carried it to the threshing box.
Crackling.
The wheat ears were instantly opened by the rapidly rotating flywheel. Seeing the golden wheat grains falling from the other side of the threshing box, a large handful of wheat ears were quickly removed completely. Shi Lu couldn't help but be overjoyed.
"Good thing! With this thing, even if it's a rainy day, I, the Qin Dynasty, no longer have to worry about the crops rotting in the ground - Your Highness, you have done a great job in inventing this thing!"
With that said, the guy pulled out a thick bundle of wheat and was about to put it into the threshing box, but Zhao Ying grabbed him.
"Slow down, slow down. It's too big. If you force it in, it will be damaged..."
Only then did Shi Lu come back to his senses, smiled coquettishly, put down most of the wheat in his hand, walked to the thresher again, and imitated Zhao Ying's behavior just now, stepping on the pedal while pushing the wheat ears in. deliver.
I watched the ears of wheat being scattered by the flywheel and the grains of wheat falling from the opposite side. I couldn't hold back the smile on my face.
This thing is really useful!
"It's incredible, incredible. How did you think of this, Your Highness? How could you think of this..."
After taking off the wheat ears in his hands, this guy squatted on the ground and checked repeatedly. While checking, he was amazed and shook his head. The broken wheat straw and leather shells got on his beard, and he didn't even notice.
This guy was stunned.
Zhao Ying ignored him and walked straight over to discuss the possibility of promoting this kind of box with Yu and several other old craftsmen.
Due to the lack of chains from later generations, more primitive connecting rods can only be used as power. Therefore, several old carpenters used fine pear wood when making this pedal thresher.
But this is obviously not generalizable.
With the money to build this pedal-operated thresher from pear blossom wood, who would go to the trouble of farming at home?
"Your Highness has thought carefully. Maybe we can use locust wood or jujube wood instead..."
Zhao Ying couldn't help but nodded slightly.
Any farm tool that is not cost-effective has little promotion value. What ordinary people want from the farm tools they use every day is convenience and affordability.
Soon, connecting rods and bearings made of locust wood were replaced.
I tried it and it did not affect the operation of the foot-operated thresher at all.
“Your Highness’s fantastic ideas and ingenuity!”
Shi Lu happily praised him again and again. Several old carpenters looked at Zhao Ying with admiration in their eyes. From the Huangsun plow, to the Huangsun cart, to the Huangsun mill, and then to the pedal thresher in front of you, each one is almost a major revolution in agricultural tools.
Ordinary people, even if they spend their entire lives, may not be able to study even one of them.
In less than a year, His Royal Highness the Emperor Changsun has launched several pieces in succession, which is simply breathtaking. Even if Gongshu Ban is still alive, I am afraid he will have to accept the defeat.
"His Royal Highness has a noble status, but he is willing to spend so much thought on improving farm tools for us humble people. His kindness and kindness will benefit all people in the world. I am ashamed of myself..."
Several old carpenters fell to the ground in sincerity. Zhao Ying quickly stepped forward and pulled the old men up.
"Everyone is serious. I just feel it in my heart and do it with my hands. I have to rely on you to improve farm tools..."
Many of the elite craftsmen in the Shaofu are Qin Mo's apprentices.
In this era, the purest and noblest craftsman. He has dedicated his life to practicing Mohist theory, enduring hardships, being strict with himself, and painstakingly studying various skills, hoping to help people live a good life by improving production efficiency.
Zhao Ying felt ashamed of this.
Compared with their pure pursuit, I even feel a little ashamed. After all, the ultimate goal of everything I do is to survive.
If I had to add an adjective, it would be to live well!
Seeing His Royal Highness the Emperor Changsun walking away, the craftsmen behind him all silently prostrated themselves on the ground.
The emperor Sun is benevolent and loves others, he is as humble as a grain of salt, and his virtuousness is unmatched by anyone in the world! No wonder Qi Mo is willing to follow him, no wonder Chu Mo is running for him, the emperor's eldest grandson, how can such a person not be daunting!
"Perhaps we, Junzi, should be allowed to pay a personal visit to His Royal Highness, the eldest grandson of the Emperor..."
When Shaofu Shilu and Zhao Ying walked away, Yu Yu and several old carpenters couldn't help but look at each other, and they all had some thoughts. Although Qin Mo has always followed the Qin State and wanted to end the wars in the world by allowing Qin to unify the world, he has always been highly regarded in the Qin Dynasty.
But it would be a blessing to meet such a virtuous and benevolent person as His Royal Highness the Emperor's Grandson.
It would be good even to exchange some Mohist techniques with His Royal Highness the Emperor Changsun!
…
Back at home, it was already time for dinner.
"Cauldron, cauldron..."
The little girl Zhao Xi jumped over with short legs and hung on Zhao Ying's calf accurately and skillfully. Zhao Ying smiled and took the little guy off his legs and put it on his shoulders.
It made the little guy giggle.
Holding Zhao Ying's head, he looked around, not afraid at all.
Zhao Qi looked with envy at the little girl sitting on his elder brother's shoulder acting coquettishly. He was respectful and afraid of this elder brother, lest he suddenly ask about his studies...
But sometimes, whatever you worry about comes out.
Zhao Ying put the little girl down, took the hand towel wet with cold water from Wang Nan, wiped his face, and asked casually.
"How has your second brother's studies been going during this period - Zhao Gao's teachings are really attentive..."
Zhao Qi:......
He could only respond vaguely.
"Thank you for your concern, brother, it's okay..."
Zhao Ying nodded, casually hung the handkerchief on a shelf nearby, walked to Zhao Qi, pulled up a chair and sat down.
"You study hard - from tomorrow onwards, you don't go to the school. During the day, you take Xin Guang and Xin Kuo to Jiangshan Shejisi. In the morning, you study Confucianism with Mr. Chun Yuyue. In the afternoon, you read through Mohist knowledge with Mr. Tian Ji. Come back in the evening. Follow Zhao Gao to learn Legalist knowledge and swordsmanship..."
Zhao Qi:......
Can the space be arranged to be fuller?
Zhao Ying picked up the chopsticks, turned around and glanced at his second brother who was holding the chopsticks in a daze with emotion and almost crying, and encouraged him with sincere words.
"Confucianism, Mohism, and Dharma are all the most prominent knowledge in the world. Study hard. I will take the time to test your knowledge and martial arts..."
Zhao Qi suddenly felt that the food in front of him had lost its flavor.
Ah, explode—
Seeing that Zhao Ying was so concerned about Zhao Qi's studies, Mi Ji was very pleased. Brothers and sisters, her eldest son has really grown up!
"Qi'er, your eldest brother is right. Opportunities are rare. The three gentlemen your eldest brother has found for you are all leading figures in the world. Even if you are here, you may not be able to attract them. You must seize them. Opportunity - strive to be a capable person like your elder brother in the future..."
Zhao Qi:......
Although he resented his eldest brother's arrangement, he knew that his grandma was right. He would never have dared to think about this learning opportunity before.
"Um--"
I was obviously very happy, but I didn't know why, but suddenly I wanted to cry.
When Zhao Ying saw this, he couldn't help but smile, patted his brother on the head, and joked with a smile.
"Look at how useless you are. It doesn't matter. Just study hard and leave the rest to my elder brother. I will definitely hire the best teacher for you..."
Speaking of this, Zhao Ying suddenly remembered something, stopped his chopsticks and added something.
"Han Xin and Zhang Liang who are temporarily staying in our house are rare talents. When you are free on weekdays, go and ask for advice - I will say hello to them later..."
Zhao Qi:! ! ! ! ! !
"By the way, that Xiang Yu is also a good talent..."
Zhao Qi buried his head and quickly finished the millet porridge in front of him, silently put down his chopsticks, got up and left.
"Grandma, eldest brother, sister-in-law, I've finished eating..."
"Why did you eat so fast today..."
Mi Ji was a little surprised at how fast her youngest son ate today and couldn't help but ask.
"I, I'm going to study..."
After Zhao Qi finished speaking, he bowed and left without looking back.
Looking at her little son who was in a hurry, Mi Ji couldn't help but nodded with pleasure.
"This kid finally knows how to make progress!"
Zhao Ying also felt a sense of accomplishment.
I feel that I may have the talent to be a teacher. Maybe I chose the wrong career in my previous life. I should be a teacher, preach and educate people...
"By the way, husband, someone came to visit today and wants to see you. He said that he is the head of the Yu family in Kuaiji County and is cooperating with our caravan -"
Wang Nan casually talked about what he saw today.
Since Zhao Ying came back, there has been an endless stream of people asking to see their husbands every day. The reason why Wang Nan mentioned this family specifically was because the Yu family not only came from afar, but also had business dealings with his family.
Of course, the gifts are given with sincerity.
People from the Yu family want to see me?
Zhao Ying was startled for a moment, then nodded with a strange look on his face.
"Well, let them come over tomorrow afternoon -"
The Yu family has been in Xianyang for a few days. He naturally knew that not only the head of the Yu family was coming this time, but also the legendary and beautiful Yu Ji!
Isn’t it because I have some weird attribute that lights up——
I don’t know if Xiang Yu and Yu Ji already knew each other at this time.
Return to your study.
Zhao Ying habitually looked at the news from Tianxiang Pavilion first, and saw several quite familiar names, all of whom were the main force against Qin in later history.
However, he was used to it these days.
You can't just lead people to arrest all these people because of something that hasn't happened yet. If that happens, the imperial examination will not be held, and the world will be in chaos soon.
Many people followed the rebellion, and most of them just followed the trend and followed the trend. As long as the Qin Dynasty does not fall, these people may be the capable ministers and officials of the Qin Dynasty.
If the Qin Dynasty were to be destroyed, it would be doomed.
These people can be regarded as the benefits they have given to the people of this era.
Then came the shocking news from the other side.
Most of them introduce the development of shops in Kuaiji County. Now the caravan under his control has extended its tentacles to books, grain and salt——
With the background of the emperor's eldest grandson, smuggling is particularly tough in a place like Kuaiji County where the mountains are high and the emperor is far away.
No matter how strict the laws in Da Qin are, it is useless. As long as people are still executing the policies, they can always find a lot of room for maneuver. Although the officials in Kuaiji County did not respect the emperor's eldest grandson, they were not willing to provoke such a strong man.
Therefore, after Jingzhi established a foothold in Kuaiji, business became more and more prosperous.
However, this time in the letter, Jing specifically mentioned something.
The differences between the governor of Kuaiji County and the Yu family became more and more serious, especially the Yu family's grain business, which was in an increasingly difficult situation. Zhao Ying knew what Jing meant and wanted to ask him whether he should intervene in this matter.
After all, the enemy of my enemy is my friend, not to mention that the Yu family is their business partner.
Zhao Ying pondered for a moment and put the surprising letter at the top.
Whether we want to intervene or not, we have to see the specific attitude of the head of the Yu family tomorrow.
After dealing with this, Zhao Ying read for a while, then got up and walked to the back garden. Although his current physical fitness is far superior to others, he still can't be careless in the slightest.
Although you don’t need to exercise as hard as before, exercise should not be interrupted for one day.
Draw the bow and shoot arrows, practice the halberd technique.
There are also traditional events that require a load of 3,000 meters. However, there is no need to carry a stone lock to carry the weight now. Wearing a full set of armor and carrying Fang Tian Hua Ji, the weight is about the same.
Tossing and turning, as fast as lightning.
Only then did Zhao Ying realize that his ability to perceive the five senses had unknowingly made new breakthroughs. In this night, the obstacles randomly placed by the guards every day were clearly visible in his eyes.
Night vision!
Although not as clear as daytime, it is exaggerated enough. Zhao Ying doubted that if things continued to develop, he would no longer need to light a lamp to study at night.
Coming out of the back garden, he suddenly felt something in his heart and walked towards the small courtyard where Zhao Gao and Xiang Yu lived.
Before the people got close, Xiong and Gai Nie quietly appeared in front of them with long swords on their backs and bowed in salute.
"I have met His Highness..."
Zhao Ying smiled and nodded.
"How is he doing now..."
Hearing Zhao Ying ask about this, Gai Nie's eyes suddenly became strange.
"Since he came back last time, that little brother Xiang first had a drink with that Zhao Gao, and then he locked himself in the room and refused to come out - even that Zhao Gao called him a few times The door refused to open..."
When Zhao Ying heard this, he couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth, revealing a smile.
Unexpectedly, it actually had an effect——
It's normal to think about it. The more capable, ambitious, and ambitious a person is, the harder it will be to resist the strong impact of that world map.
The reason why Wojiao has a false reputation and the petty profit is small, and the reason why people can fight over each other is just because Wojiao and Feitou are the whole world they can see. When they have the opportunity to see the wider world, how many people are willing to stay on the horns of that snail and continue to rule the roost in that bigger place?
What Zhao Ying was betting on was Xiang Yu's ambition.
Of course, it doesn't matter if you lose the bet. Anyway, if the training is not good, just play hard and continue to endure it. If it really can't endure it anymore, then cut it off and finish. Of course, you can't do this unless you have to. If such talents can be used by yourself, it is better to keep them.
After all, there are many things that I need a strong general like Xiang Yu to help me do.
Moreover, once it is cut off, my cousin's wishful husband will be completely gone.
(End of chapter)
