Walking into the Red Mansion starts from the maid

When the workshop was emptied, the sky had turned a little dark. Zhao Lu repeatedly asked about the clay, and then he found a few capable crop handlers to drag the things off the cart.

A bulky, huge, simple steam engine.

Looking at the big black-brown iron head that was surrounded by cold light and puffing out white steam, she suddenly remembered those boring study activities in high school, those scornful handwork, those endless extracurricular articles, the endless questions...

Now that I think about it carefully, it seems that it has been a destiny for a long time, just waiting for her to stack it up again one day with the help of memory.

"Coal is precious, and it's very smoky when burned. I really don't know why the young master wants this." A basket of dark coals was covered with a lot of yellow mud under the bumps. It took a lot of trouble to come here.

Today's mining technology is limited, and mine pits are not dug deep, and most mines rely on mountains. The advantage is that there are fewer safety hazards in landslides and burying people.Of course, the probability of being hit by falling rocks seems not low.

She was looking for someone to buy coal, just to try out which one was more cost-effective than firewood.After all, manpower is the least valuable thing, so it doesn't cost much to send a team of people to chop wood.

When the piston met the cold water, it spit out a puff of white smoke violently, and the connecting rod of the transmission was pushed out. Everyone watched in amazement as the huge flywheel slowly but steadily rotated.

The control of the machine was far less flexible than that of a mule. It took half the time it took for the steam to burn the incense, but the stone mill driven by the flywheel only slid once.

Zhao Lu didn't expect that after scaling up the successful after-school homework, he would encounter such a bottleneck, but he couldn't think of anything else for a while. He just felt extremely lucky that he didn't blindly hand over the things to the firearms camp.

After the village head placed the mule, he pushed aside the crowd and came forward. He was really curious about this big iron-clad guy.However, while Guidao was rubbing his chin, he also noticed that the inflexible roller made a creaking sound.

After all, this owner who spends money like water and is kind-hearted has always been silently valued by everyone.As long as she could handle some nonsensical requests, Ghost Sword would not refuse her.

Zhao Lu, on the other hand, kept up the good work. After arranging a trip, the sweet potatoes, corn, and ditches were all good, but they were far from being able to absorb the refugees and benefit the people.The only thing that surprised people was her determination, but recently there were injured soldiers in the West Camp, which really made it hard to figure out where she was.

Seeing the girl wearing a mask and adjusting it with her own hands, he walked to the position next to Ghost Sword again.Ghost Sword was also observing, and several workers nearby were pointing at the burning boiler and saying something.

Zhuangtou walked over and heard them discussing.

"I heard that she is the female coach of the West Camp. Look at her sharp skills, she is amazing!"

"I said, where did you hear this? Isn't she the daughter-in-law of Dr. Hu's family?"

"Is the imperial physician tutoring these things? I guess he has been trained since he was a child and trained as a practitioner."

Zhuangtou asked: "Who are you talking about?"

"Master, look at that, oh, that big iron guy wants to steal the mule's job?"

Zhuangtou looked in the direction they were pointing, and sure enough, as he glanced past Zhao Lu, he could see Shi Nian trembling and accelerating.The cover of the stone mill driven by the two mules has not yet been removed, and is now firmly wrapped around the flywheel. Zhao Lu squatted in front of the fire, with perseverance printed in his brows.

She held the lower plate firmly, and several long-term workers were beside her to steady the frame. The iron alfalfa knife in their hands was dazzling. Even though the village head was far away, the alfalfa knife felt a little evil.

"Why is this kid so anxious?" Zhuangtou couldn't help but said.

"We can't help you, so just say a few words." Although he refused, the ghost sword looked proud. This guy didn't know how much it cost, but just looking at the shape, he knew it would be better than a mule. " I also tried that septic tank before, and it was somewhat useful. I heard about this thing, and also said that the firearms camp was moved, and the Cui family boy is very optimistic about her, "

In this case, I am also very optimistic about her!
"You take good care of her and ask her to hang out in the West Camp all day long?" Zhuangtou was surprised.After all, it was a girl's family. Although the poor family didn't want to have any male-female defense, the head of the village did not defend her from those gossips.

"Great ambitions do not distinguish between men and women. Do you understand that men and women are equal?" Guidao said, "I admire children like this."

You know nothing!Zhuangtou thought angrily in his heart, you are a loner and you don't think it's a big deal to watch the excitement, but you are simply not good-hearted.

The princess said that men and women are equal, but the princess is just a three-year-old baby. It takes ten days and a half to deliver a letter through a mountain road with [-] bends.Zhuangtou spat again in his heart, the princess didn't know anything. If men and women are equal, why have men been in power in this world since ancient times?

But Gui Dao was stubborn, and Zhuang Tou had a pouty mouth. He decided not to be acquainted with him, otherwise he would find ways to deprive him of food... The sweet potato powder was quite delicious when fried.

Zhuangtou rubbed his chin and smashed his mouth, thinking so.

Everyone watched Zhao Lu for a while. Someone noticed that the stove was not burning for a long time and asked: "Master, what kind of firewood is this? Is it so durable?"

Although there was a pungent smell of smoke, the house was open and ventilated on both sides, so I didn't feel uncomfortable. On the contrary, the fire was still so strong after so long that several workers nearby lifted their shirts.

It looks much more cost-effective than firewood.

"It's coal underground." Zhao Lu didn't even raise his head.

By changing the wheelbase of the transmission and using the lever principle, you can push the stone mill with less force. However, even this most common principle has to be implemented on a machine that no one has ever seen. No one can do it except yourself. Ask for help.

She worked for a long time, and when the sun was setting in the sky, she saw the roller spinning leisurely, grinding the sweet potato puree and splashing everywhere, giving off a sweet smell.

After looking at it for a while, he strode up to Ghost Sword and returned the Sword to him.

Ghost Sword was listening to Zhuangtou biting his ears when a figure unexpectedly appeared in front of him. He swayed and saw the rolling mill, and asked curiously: "Is this good?"

"Okay, that's it. The rest have to be done by animals. But how long can this be used? I have to ask you to record it for me. If you have any questions, tell me anytime." There is no problem with the structure. She only worries about the quality and durability. How long to stay.

As he spoke, he taught everyone in detail how to repair, how to start, and how to stop, and his so secretive appearance earned him a few more exclamations.Zhao Lu didn't take it seriously, it was just because you are so awesome and capable. Doctor Hu is so lucky to have a daughter-in-law like you.

"..." Zhao Lu hesitated. Such a topic had been refuted last time, but everyone still believed such rumors to be true. It was really helpless.

Ghost Sword was stunned by the words "coal underground", and he couldn't help but feel a bit of surprise in his heart. Can he still prospect for mines?This child seems to have a soft temper, but she is full of strange ideas. Only when you really get in touch with her do you realize how many thoughts she has in her heart.

If the imperial court did not offer female subjects, how could she waste her talents in this remote country?
Thinking of this, he suppressed the last three points of contempt in his heart and looked at Zhao Lu seriously, "Don't worry, boss, nothing will go wrong as long as I'm here."

I have been working as a gangster for three or four years, but I still can't stand these five houses and five NO.60 people?Ghost Sword patted Zhuangtou on the shoulder and winked.

Zhuangtou stood beside him and patted his head when he heard the words, "Master, people are afraid of being famous and pigs are afraid of being strong. Last time, your septic tank was imitated by people around you. If you create a second one now, we won't tell you." other people?"

Tell someone?Zhao Lu thought for a while and said, "We'll talk about it later." She couldn't even tell what the effect would be, so how could she teach others?
"What are you afraid of? I think this is more difficult to do than a septic tank. If you have the skills, come and learn!" Guidao said easily. The big iron shell alone cost more than buying a donkey, and the surrounding area was full of poverty. Damn it, who would do this loss-making business?
Others hide their skills, but Zhao Lu is not afraid of others learning from them. After all, this is also a path.

She has been thinking that women cannot take the imperial examination. If she wants to stand upright in any department, she must first let others discover that she is an outstanding person and worthy of being recruited.

But the adults who select officials do not have time to conduct inspections every day, and they may not have much stage to perform, unless there are promoters behind her to lift her up and keep building momentum to create a reputation for her...

How much will it cost?How many people are needed?

She has none of these things. All she can do is take out various useful or useless skills, put her own label on them, and rely on word of mouth to seek a stage closer to her hope.

"Give me some of these things. It's time to go back." People eat sweet potato powder and feed the sweet potato dregs to pigs. Doesn't this complete the cycle?Zhao Lu felt that the fat man must be attracted to him, and it would be much more useful for him to lobby his boss than to do it himself.

Penghua fed the mules all afternoon, but her eyes never strayed away from Zhao Lu's figure. There was a bit of envy and a bit of longing in her eyes. If she was so capable, wouldn't she be sold by her parents?
"I'll give it to you." Guidao brought a donkey with a long knife shadowy on its back.

Looking at the gloomy sky, Zhao Lu was stunned for a moment by the outfit he was wearing. He hesitated and said, "Penghua and I rode here on bicycles. We went downhill all the way back. You donkey..."

I'm afraid my footwork won't work.

Ghost Sword looked a little funny and urged: "Don't underestimate it, it is the fastest among this batch, why not compare it?"

Several workers who came after hearing the news crowded together. Someone touched the arm of the person next to him and said with a smile: "Compare these two-legged ones with the four-legged ones. If it hadn't been dark, I would have gone out to have a look." .”

"Okay, okay, I'm looking forward to it too!" It's not too big of a deal to watch the excitement. He's talking about these two old acquaintances. Zhuangtou picked his teeth, stared at Zhao Lu who was tightening the wheels, and laughed loudly: "My boss, call us Let’s take a bet?!”

Zhao Lu smiled and nodded.

"I won't bet." Ghost Sword refused.The shop is not interested in paying wages, so no matter who wins or loses, there will always be some who are hungry. They are just a bunch of refugees, and if they go hungry for two more meals, it will look scary.

Zhuangtou shouted that he was disappointed. He was about to become a grandfather and had no formal appearance all day long. Zhao Lu thought it was quite refreshing. After all, patrolling the fields was a boring job. He could have fun for himself. It’s also a way to kill time.

……

The news that Zhao Lu's bicycle was going to compete with a donkey for speed spread all over the workshop. Bicycles are very cheap in Beijing nowadays. The completely wooden ones cost only one tael of silver per sling. They look much easier to take care of than donkeys.

Everyone gathered together excitedly, and the team sending Zhao Lu home suddenly grew stronger. Seeing this, Peng Hua couldn't help frowning and looking at Zhao Lu with concern.

"It's okay, have you forgotten Lin Yu's craftsmanship? Now there are chains made by the firearms camp. Compared with before, it's a huge difference!" Zhao Lu blinked and comforted.

Penghua is no longer the timid and mute person she used to be. Now her eyes are relaxed, her actions are neat, and her movements are very free and easy.

The most important thing is that although his literacy speed is not good, his ability to calculate accounts is far better than his own, and his skills at the stove are getting better and better. Zhao Lu thinks it is time to prepare a gift to thank Aunt Hu.

It was really good luck for her to pick up the huge bargain.

Everyone took the torch and went out first, waiting for the two people to pass by. Guidao led the donkey and asked: "Is the master ready?"

He was tall, about as sharp as a machete, and his broad shoulders made him different from ordinary people. If his appearance were better, I don’t know how many young girls and young wives would throw away their handkerchiefs. Zhao Lu once again lamented his luck. Okay, who can hire such a reliable 'gangster'?
I have to find a time to thank Qi Fang.

It was a good thing that the two of them were not standing in the same place. When they were on the same starting line, Zhao Lu was like an underdeveloped chicken. He was short and thin, but his facial features were smart and delicate. But when it came to speed, there was nothing Not by looks.

Someone groaned first and placed the bet on Guidao first. Guidao adjusted the direction of the donkey under him and said, "You go ahead."

It was quite gentle. Zhao Lu once again lamented that his face was too unfavorable by God. He just smiled and said: "Then I'm not welcome."

Her eyes moved slightly, she leaned forward, kicked the pedal that fit her foot, and rushed out like a kite.

The evening breeze was blowing on her face, and she was in a good mood. If she hadn't been unable to solve the fuel problem of the small steam engine, why would the donkey choke in front of her?

Seeing this, Guidao's expression changed, he clamped his legs together and drove the black donkey forward.

The two figures suddenly pulled out a breeze in the setting sun, and the sound of hooves of food was heard. In an instant, Zhao Lu's figure was far ahead.

When Penghua saw this, her smile gradually widened. If it weren't for the car handle in her hand, she would have wanted to clap her hands.

But the equally matched results were beyond everyone's expectations.

"What's going on? Who has the upper hand?"

"It was dark, so I couldn't see clearly."

"Ask Brother Dao, ask Brother Dao!"

"I don't dare to go to you."

As soon as he returned home, he saw Hu Junrong waiting in the yard. Gui Dao paid him a visit in the distance, then turned around and returned, regardless of winning or losing.

Zhao Lu naturally had no time to inquire about the farce in the workshop. When he entered the yard and saw Hu Junrong's face turned dark, Zhao Lu knew that something might be going on.

Sure enough, there was one message that Hu Junrong sent her that puzzled her more than the news about Japanese people making money in the capital.

A banquet of lotuses and chrysanthemums is a very elegant pleasure in early autumn, and appreciating antiques during the banquet is a regular activity for young men.

The treasures of the East China Sea, the treasures of the West Sea, the books of the Tang Dynasty, the paintings of the Song Dynasty, the fans of celebrities, and the carvings of everyone... are no less popular than the girls competing for the limelight.

But this is all secondary. The uncle of the Lai family, Lai Shangrong, invited friends to the boat and admired a top-quality jade flower pot from an old mine in Myanmar.

There is really no shortage of excitement in the capital. The things given by the emperor are openly displayed for people to appreciate. Zhao Lu was so shocked that he only had one thought left: I don’t know if he is stupid, stupid, or stupid...