Ying Zheng slept well all night and was fully recovered in the morning, even better than before. This was probably due to the overdose of Linggu Pill.
After breakfast, Li Si was called again. Ying Zheng changed into casual clothes, took Zhao Gao, and went out with Li Si.
Zhao Gao prepared five horses, two of which were for the second watch and the third watch.
The five people got on their horses and headed straight to the pottery factory outside the city.
"Your Majesty, is everything okay?" Li Si asked.
"Not only is it okay, I feel more energetic than before." Ying Zheng said with a smile.
"Your Majesty, please continue to eat the red Linggu Pill. Don't worry about not having enough." Li Si said.
Ying Zheng nodded and said, "I will take one pill every day."
Yesterday, Ying Zheng asked Li Si how the Ling Gu Dan could cure the energy attack initiated by Tai Sui. Li Si did not answer directly, which made Ying Zheng even more curious about the Ling Gu Dan.
"Sir, what's the current situation of the pottery kiln factory?" Ying Zheng asked.
"The renovation is basically completed." Li Si said, "Lu Xiangbang sent many craftsmen. After these craftsmen came to the pottery factory, they learned from Jing Fan that the king wanted to reuse them, and they were very happy. , everyone is gearing up and full of energy."
"Haha, that's good." Ying Zheng smiled and said, "From now on, let's use this pottery kiln as a camp for these craftsmen, and also as an exclusive manufacturing place for the Wang family."
"Your Majesty, there are more craftsmen now, and these people know a lot of secrets. It's best to send some sergeants to protect them," Li Si said.
"That's right. These craftsmen are more precious than anything else. I have a lot of things for them to do." Ying Zheng turned back to look at Zhao Gao and said, "Zhao Gao, ask Meng Wu to send more sergeants to take care of these craftsmen." The pottery kiln was protected and some residences were built on the open space next to it.”
"Yes, Your Majesty." Zhao Gao responded with cupped hands.
It is actually somewhat inappropriate for Ying Zheng to bring Zhao Gao, Er Geng, and San Geng here, because there are many things that the craftsmen know that are not yet convenient for Zhao Gao, Er Geng, and San Geng to know, but Ying Zheng and Li Si After promising to let them stay outside the door, Li Si reluctantly agreed.
Before I knew it, I had arrived at the gate of the pottery kiln.
I saw that the courtyard wall was much higher than before, and the dilapidated gate had been replaced.
The new gate is very grand, and indeed has the style of the Wang family. You can guess that this is no ordinary place without hanging a plaque.
Ying Zheng and Li Si dismounted and entered the gate.
Zhao Gao was waiting outside the door with the second watch and the third watch.
In fact, Zhao Gao has been to this pottery kiln many times and is quite familiar with the craftsmen inside. However, the purpose of Ying Zheng's visit is related to some secrets, so it is naturally not convenient for him to take Zhao Gao with him.
Zhao Gao didn't care and went to walk his horse a little further away, leaving the two brothers guarding the door like door gods.
The situation inside the gate is also different. The ground has become flat, roads have been planned, and some flowers have been planted beside it. The house has also been renovated, and some new buildings have been added. Some are temporary residences for craftsmen, some are warehouses for storing equipment, and some are newly built pottery kilns.
There is still a small part of the construction that has not been completed, and the craftsmen are busy at work.
Since all the senior craftsmen in Lu Buwei's mansion were sent here, the ordinary craftsmen have been withdrawn.
When Ying Zheng saw the renovated pottery kiln factory, he couldn't help but nod.
A young craftsman saw Ying Zheng and Li Si walking slowly inside and ran back to tell Jing Fan.
Jing Fan heard from the young craftsman that Li Si had brought someone in. He guessed that Ying Zheng was coming, so he hurried out to greet him, followed by a large group of craftsmen.
"The one next to Mr. Li is the King of Qin?" A craftsman walking behind whispered.
"It must be so. Judging by your age and temperament, you're right." Another person whispered.
"Follow me quickly." An older craftsman who was walking in front turned around and said, "Listen to what he has to say. This is a matter of concern for the rest of our lives."
The two craftsmen at the back stopped talking and followed quickly.
"Jing Fan pays homage to the king." Jing Fan knelt down on one knee and bowed his hands.
Jing Fan suddenly fell to his knees.
"Please get up quickly, no need to be formal." Ying Zheng raised his hand to signal everyone to get up.
Jing Fan stood up, and the craftsmen behind him also stood up one after another.
"I didn't expect that in just a few days, the pottery kiln factory would be so different." Ying Zheng admired.
"After all, they are all the top craftsmen in the world." Jing Fan said, "If the craftsmen who built the ancient Chenggong Palace were gathered together, it would definitely be faster and better."
"They will come." Ying Zheng said with a smile.
"Your Majesty, please come inside." Jing Fan stepped out of the way and made a gesture of invitation.
Ying Zheng walked over and walked forward side by side with Jing Fan, followed by Li Si and a group of craftsmen.
Jing Fan led everyone to a very spacious hall.
Obviously, there are now more than a hundred craftsmen in the pottery kiln factory, and this is a special place for discussion.
Someone moved a chair and placed it in front of the back wall, imitating the placement of the king's chair.
"Your Majesty, please sit down." Jing Fan made another gesture of invitation.
Ying Zheng nodded and sat on the chair.
"Call everyone over. I have something to say to them," Ying Zheng said.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Jing Fan responded, then turned around and arranged for a few people to gather all the craftsmen who were working here.
After a while, everyone gathered.
Because there was a certain amount of space left for Ying Zheng, there were more than a dozen people standing outside the door, but the words could still be heard.
Ying Zheng cleared his throat and said, "I believe you have already communicated with the ten previous workers, but I still want to ask about your wishes."
Everyone's eyes were focused on Ying Zheng, as if they were expecting something.
"I transferred you from Lu Xiangbang's house, nominally because I want you to make some objects for my wedding." Ying Zheng glanced at the craftsmen and said, "But in fact, I want to keep you as my own. If you use it, you don’t have to go back to Lu Mansion. In this case, are you willing?"
"Yes." As soon as Ying Zheng finished speaking, several voices rang out in unison.
The craftsmen looked at each other again and communicated with their eyes.
"We are willing to serve the king." A slightly older craftsman said, obviously having some prestige among the craftsmen.
"Yes, follow the king."
"Yeah, I won't go back to Lu Mansion."
"We can't get it."
The craftsmen at the back were all talking.
Ying Zheng raised a hand to signal the craftsmen to be quiet.
The hall fell silent, and all the craftsmen focused their attention on Ying Zheng again.
"In this case, how did I promise to Jing Fan and others before, and now how do I promise to the craftsmen who have just arrived at this pottery kiln." Ying Zheng said solemnly, "From now on, you will be the people of Da Qin, and you will be paid every month." In exchange for the salary of the Wang family, I will send people to bring all your family members to Xianyang so that you can be reunited."
"Your Majesty..." The older man just shouted loudly, and then he knelt on the ground.
Plop... Plop...
Except for the dozen or so people under Jing Fan, all the craftsmen who followed him fell to their knees.
"We are willing to serve the king to the death." Everyone shouted in unison.
"Okay!" Ying Zheng raised a hand and motioned for everyone to stand up, "Everyone, please stand up."
All the craftsmen stood up one after another, but no one swept the dust from their knees.
"If you have any requests, just put them forward." Ying Zheng glanced at the crowd again and said.
The craftsmen looked at each other again, but no one said anything.
Jing Fan looked at the crowd and said, "Say what you think in your mind. Our king is not like those powerful people. After you pass this village, there will be no shop like this."
The older craftsman took a step forward and said, "Your Majesty, can you reward us for taking advantage of the situation? We have been suffering in the Lu Mansion for more than half a year, and we have all embroidered it."
"Of course it's no problem. You can't do anything without someone taking advantage of you." Ying Zheng said with a smile.
The older craftsman smiled in response.
Ying Zheng looked at the older craftsman and asked, "What's your name?"
"My name is Tian Yi, from Qi State." Tian Yi said with cupped hands.
"People from Qi, surnamed Tian?" Ying Zheng asked in surprise, "Could he be from the Qi royal family?"
"Maybe, but I never heard my grandfather mention it." Tian Yi said.
"Hahaha……"
Tian Yi's answer made everyone laugh.
Ying Zheng smiled and shook his head and said, "I'm just kidding you that you are really good, but I don't know what your abilities are."
Before Tian Yi could answer, Jing Fan took a step forward and said, "Back to the king, Tian Yi's craftsman skills are very good and he is quite respected among us."
To be well respected among the top craftsmen in the world is enough to illustrate Tian Yi's ability.
Ying Zheng nodded and said, "Then I will appoint Tian Yi as Jing Fan's deputy to be in charge of the development of tools and equipment. Do you have any objections?"
"We follow the king's will." Everyone said.
As everyone expected, no one would have any objections.
Tian Yigang was about to kneel down and thank him, but Ying Zheng waved his hand to stop him.
"Since there are no outsiders, there is no need to thank you." Ying Zheng looked over and said, "What else do you want?"
When everyone saw that Tian Feng was granted the title after making the request, they all became bolder.
"Your Majesty, I don't have a place to live yet."
"Your Majesty, I don't have a wife in my hometown, and there is no one to take care of me. Can you help me find a wife?"
"Your Majesty, is there meat for dinner tonight?"
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The chat box is open, but few words are reliable.
"Okay." Before Ying Zheng could speak, Jing Fan couldn't stand listening anymore, "I asked you to make some demands. Look at the nonsense you all said."
"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter." Ying Zheng couldn't help but smile.
"How about this, Your Majesty." Jing Fan said, "I will ask them for their opinions. Once they are sorted out, I will hand them over to Your Majesty."
Ying Zheng nodded and said: "That's fine. From today on, you will be the manager of this pottery factory. You will be in charge of all the big and small things here. I will also send some sergeants to protect your safety. The only thing is, you are not allowed to If you go out privately, if you need anything, I will send someone to buy it at the market and bring it over."
Ying Zheng's original intention was to keep the secret here, but for the craftsmen, they were also afraid of being captured by Lu Buwei again.
"I obey the king's orders." Jing Fan also changed his title.
"Okay, from now on, you will be called Jingjiaban, and this place will be called Jingyao." Ying Zheng said.
Everyone was overjoyed and thanked him in unison.
These top craftsmen in the world finally have their own place to live.
Little did they know that the seemingly small Jing family class would play a huge role in Ying Zheng's future.
