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The Zhao Mansion is magnificent and extremely large, covering an area of ​​nearly 100 acres.

Following behind Yi Huawei, Xu Xin and his group slowly walked towards the backyard along the winding corridor.

The winding corridors cleverly connect the pavilions and towers together. The pillars of the corridors are painted with colorful patterns, including mythical beasts and auspicious flowers. The sun shines through the hollow carvings of the corridors, casting mottled light and shadows. The carved beams and painted buildings show the dignity and luxury of the owner. The exquisite carving skills and gorgeous color matching make people marvel at the ingenuity of the craftsmen.

Along the way, the pavilions and towers are scattered in an orderly manner. The pavilions of various shapes are dazzling. Some are small and exquisite, like exquisite works of art; some are magnificent, like majestic fortresses. The towering pavilions, flying eaves and brackets, and the exquisite carvings are breathtaking. On the doors and windows of each pavilion, there are extremely delicate patterns carved, flowers, birds, fish and insects seem to be playing among the flowers, and the landscapes and people seem to be walking in the paintings, and each pattern is lifelike.

Xu Xin had been to many mansions of nobles. Those mansions were either exquisite and elegant or majestic, but none of them were as shocking as the Zhao Mansion before him.

His eyes wandered over this piece of luxury, but his heart sank slightly. As a farmer's son, Xu Xin knew the sufferings of the people since he was a child. Looking at these luxurious scenes, he seemed to see the blood and sweat of countless people. A complex emotion surged in his heart, with both admiration for the beauty of this luxury and pity for the suffering of the people. How could he be happy? If it weren't for seeing the magical crop that Yi Huawei mentioned that could produce 1,000 kilograms per mu, he would have said goodbye and left long ago.

The disciples behind him widened their eyes, overwhelmed by the beauty in front of them. When they saw the pretty maids not far away laughing with their hands covering their mouths, some young disciples couldn't help but blush, with shyness and curiosity in their eyes. The maids looked at these embarrassed young people and laughed even more happily. The silver bell-like laughter echoed in the air, attracting shy glances from everyone.

"You girls, have nothing to do?"

Suddenly, a gentle voice came. When I looked up, it was Lu Zhi who came over. Lu Zhi was wearing a light and elegant long dress, with a graceful figure and a look of majesty and tenderness in her eyes. Her appearance made the laughing maids scatter like birds and beasts, and they all pretended to be busy.

"Greetings to Lord Zhao! Lord Xu! And all of you."

Lu Zhi bowed gracefully, stood up and said to Yi Huawei, "Sir, the man Qiu Ju served before... left a message and said he would come over soon... What do you think?"

"Well, this is my housekeeper, Madam Lu."

Yi Huawei nodded, gave a brief introduction and then said, "Don't worry about her. Let Xiao He take care of her when she arrives. Let's go."

The group followed Lu Zhi and it took them two quarters of an hour to reach the side door of the backyard.

As you walk through the gate, what catches your eye is the vast fields that occupy nearly half of the area of ​​the palace.

There is a simple wooden house at the entrance. This is where farmers rest and store farm tools. Although the wooden house is simple, it is full of the breath of life. There are some farm tools in front of the house, such as hoes, sickles, rakes and other tools invented by the "craftsman god". It can be seen that these tools should have been used for a while, but they are well maintained and emit a metallic luster in the sun.

In the fields, neat rows of land are arranged like a chessboard, the soil is fertile and dark, exuding a faint earthy fragrance. The paths in the fields are crisscrossed and paved with tiny pebbles.

Looking at the view, dozens of acres of land are divided into four neat pieces. Various crops are planted in one field, including tender green vegetables, golden ears of wheat, and some green fruits that have just ripened.

The other three areas are experimental fields for potatoes, sweet potatoes and corn.

At this time, the farmers in the fields were working in an orderly manner. Some farmers bent over and used small hoes to gently weed. Their movements were skillful and serious, and each stroke was just right, not hurting the vines, but also clearing the weeds. From time to time, they stood up, wiped the sweat from their foreheads with the towels around their necks, and then continued to work.

In the sweet potato field, rows of sweet potato vines are neatly arranged. The leaves are emerald green, swaying gently in the breeze, making a rustling sound. The vines are thick and tightly grasp the soil, and you can feel their tenacious vitality at a glance.

Lü Zhi leaned slightly aside and spoke softly, "The sweet potatoes you brought back can be harvested once a year, with an output of about 25 dan per mu. This is the north, and the climate is relatively cold, which has many restrictions on crop growth. But in the south, such as Xiangjun, Guilin, Nanhai, Bashu, etc., where the climate is warm and humid, these sweet potatoes can be harvested twice a year."

As Lü Zhi spoke, she raised her eyes slightly and glanced at Yi Huawei, revealing a complex emotion. Before this, she had been deeply skeptical of what Yi Huawei said, and once thought he was talking nonsense. However, last September, she witnessed with her own eyes the shocking scene of digging out a full 26 stone of sweet potatoes from one acre of land. At that moment, she instantly understood that with these magical crops, the foundation of the Qin Dynasty was already indestructible. It was for this reason that she resolutely refused to leave with Liu Bang.

As Liu Bang's bedmate, Lu Zhi knew Liu Bang's mind very well. She knew that Liu Bang had great ambitions, but she also knew clearly that Liu Bang's ambitions were based on the chaos and poverty of the people in the Qin Dynasty. Now, with the emergence of these crops and the millions of soldiers of the Qin Dynasty, with sufficient food supply, the people's hearts are stable, and the military's hearts are stable, it is nothing short of a fantasy to expect success.

Xu Xin slowly squatted down, his eyes focused on the vines and leaves of the sweet potato. He leaned forward slightly, stretched out his hand and gently touched the leaves of the sweet potato. The leaves were soft and slightly tough, and the texture was clearly displayed on his fingertips. Xu Xin carefully felt the texture of the leaves, his eyes full of amazement and curiosity, a strong desire for the unknown. Staring at the vines of the sweet potato, watching them winding and stretching on the land, these unfamiliar crops shocked even him, a farming tycoon who has been working in the agricultural field for decades.

After a while, Xu Xin stood up, straightened his clothes, then solemnly bowed to Yi Huawei and said respectfully: "Sir, can I take a look?" There was a hint of anticipation and eagerness in his voice.

"Of course!"

Yi Huawei looked at Xu Xin's expression and smiled, his eyes full of understanding. He knew Xu Xin's curiosity and desire for these sweet potatoes, and he also understood the great significance of these new crops for agricultural development.

After getting permission, Xu Xin squatted down again and observed the growth of the sweet potatoes more carefully. He gently pushed away the surrounding soil and checked the roots of the sweet potatoes, wanting to understand the growth habits of these crops. His movements were very careful, as if he was treating a precious treasure.

At this time, the tubers of the sweet potatoes have just begun to swell. Under the soil, the roots of the sweet potatoes form small lumps, which are the prototypes of the future sweet potatoes. These small tubers are white and tender, full of water, and tightly attached to the root system.

It was the first time Xu Xin saw sweet potatoes and he couldn't explain what they were like. He made a silent estimate in his mind and no longer had much doubt about the 20 dan per mu yield proposed by Yi Huawei. So he went to the cornfield and looked at the corn seedlings.

The corn seedlings in the field are more than a foot tall, and their leaves are dark green and glossy, sparkling slightly in the sun.

Xu Xin stood up, walked to the cornfield, and carefully observed the growth of the corn seedlings. In his impression, few traditional crops could grow so vigorously in such a short time.

“These won’t be ripe until September or October.”

Yi Huawei pointed to the other side and said, "Let's go over there and take a look."

The potato field was a busy scene. The farmers bent over and devoted themselves to the work. Their hands turned the soil skillfully and quickly, and as they did so, plump potatoes were dug out one after another. When the potatoes rolled out of the soil, they made a crisp sound. The farmers collected the potatoes in an orderly manner and gently placed them in the basket.

At this time, Yi Huawei and his group came over. The farmers noticed their arrival, stopped what they were doing, stood up, bowed to Yi Huawei, and shouted loudly: "Sir!"

Yi Huawei waved his hand and said gently, "Get up, you guys continue."

Then he waved to an old man with white eyebrows and beard: "Lao He, come here."

When Lao He heard the call, he stood up quickly, walked quickly to Yi Huawei and his group, bowed respectfully, and said, "Hello, gentlemen!"

Upon seeing this, Xu Xin and others hurriedly returned the greeting with a very humble attitude.

Yi Huawei looked at Lao He, smiled and said, "Lao He, tell Mr. Xu how much the harvest is from this acre? And then tell Mr. Xu the specific method."

Lao He thought for a moment, then answered seriously, "We can harvest about 20 dan of potatoes from one mu of land. If we take good care of them, the yield can be even higher. They are easy to grow, not picky about the soil, and are drought-resistant. When we plant them, we first till the ground and apply some base fertilizer. When the seedlings grow out, we weed and loosen the soil in time. We don't need to water too often, just water when the ground is dry. When it's time to harvest, we'll work together to dig out the potatoes, just like we are doing now."

Xu Xin listened to Lao He's introduction and nodded slightly, and had a clearer understanding of potato planting and harvesting. He asked some more detailed questions about potato planting, and Lao He answered them one by one.

Yi Huawei turned slightly and said to Xu Xin solemnly, "Mr. Xu, I plan to set up an agricultural department specifically responsible for promoting these new crops. I wonder if Mr. Xu is willing to join hands with me to seek the welfare of the people of Daqin?"

"I really wish to ask you!"

Xu Xin nodded, his eyes showing deep thought, and responded: "But this matter is full of difficulties and requires careful planning."

"OK!"

Yi Huawei laughed: "Mr. Xu, please come this way!"

Everyone moved to the side room of the courtyard. The room was decorated in a simple and elegant style. A detailed map of Daqin was hung on the wall, and the location and boundaries of each county were clearly visible. On the table were piled various materials about the new crops, including bamboo slips recording their growth characteristics. The text on them was neat and detailed, describing in detail the growth of the new crops in different environments; there were also drawings depicting their morphology, with simple lines but accurately outlining the appearance of the new crops.

Yi Huawei pointed to the map and said: "My idea is to start planting in official fields across the country and strive to promote these new crops throughout the country within five years."

Xu Xin frowned slightly and analyzed seriously: "Sir, this may be difficult to implement. First, local officials may not be willing to cooperate. Planting new crops in official fields, if the harvest is not good, will inevitably affect their performance evaluation. After all, the promotion of officials is often closely related to their performance, and they may be worried about the risks of new crops and unwilling to try.

Second, the people are skeptical about these new crops and are unlikely to accept them easily. The people are used to growing traditional crops, and they worry that the failure of growing new crops will lead to their livelihood being ruined.

Third, the planting technology of new crops is not yet popular. If it is not operated properly, it is very easy to cause a reduction in yield. The growth habits of new crops are different from those of traditional crops. People lack relevant planting experience, and various problems are likely to occur during the planting process. "

Yi Huawei nodded slightly to show his agreement, and then said: "Mr. Xu is right. I have also considered these difficulties. Regarding the officials' doubts, I will write to the court, explain in detail the importance of promoting new crops, and ask the court to exempt them from the responsibility of planting new crops. I will use one-third of the official fields in various places to plant fresh crops, so that even if it is not successful, it will not have much impact on the overall agricultural production. When the people see the benefits of these crops, they will naturally dispel their doubts.

As for planting techniques, farmers can be organized for centralized training. Experienced farmers and scholars familiar with agriculture can be selected as trainers. They can go deep into the fields and, through on-site demonstrations and detailed explanations, help the people truly master the planting techniques of new crops. "

Xu Xin thought for a while and asked another question: "Your strategy is indeed very thoughtful. But I still have a concern. The number of seeds for new crops is limited, and how to distribute them reasonably is also a problem."

Yi Huawei responded: "I have arranged for people to collect seeds and set up a seed bank. The distribution of seeds should be reasonably allocated according to actual factors such as land area and population size in each place. At the same time, we can encourage people to save seeds themselves to expand the source of seeds. For example, we can formulate some reward policies to give certain material rewards to people who successfully save seeds and share them with their neighbors."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Then, Xu Xin and his team discussed in depth with Yi Huawei the specific details of the promotion process, such as how to cooperate effectively with local officials, how to mobilize the enthusiasm of the people, etc. After a long and heated discussion, they finally worked out a detailed promotion plan.

First, a special promotion team should be set up to publicize the benefits of new crops and how to grow them. The members of this team should have rich agricultural knowledge and good communication skills, and be able to accurately convey the advantages of new crops to the people. They can hold seminars in various places and invite local people to participate. Through vivid explanations and actual case demonstrations, they can let the people understand the value of new crops.

Secondly, actively cooperate with local officials to win their support and cooperation. Through communication with officials, they can realize the importance of promoting new crops to local development, and at the same time give them certain incentives to improve their enthusiasm. For example, officials who actively promote new crops can be given extra points in the court assessment.

Then, organize large-scale technical training to improve the planting technology level of the people. Experienced farmers and agronomists can be invited to serve as trainers to help the people master the planting techniques of new crops through on-site demonstrations and explanations. The training can be carried out in stages, from basic planting knowledge to later field management, to gradually improve the planting ability of the people.

Finally, a sound feedback mechanism should be established to promptly understand problems that arise during the planting process and resolve them quickly. A special feedback channel can be set up to allow citizens and officials to promptly report problems so that measures can be taken quickly to resolve them. For example, feedback points can be set up in various places, where citizens and officials can write their problems on bamboo slips and submit them to the feedback points. The promotion team will regularly collect and handle these problems.

By the time the first five-year promotion plan was drawn up, it was already completely dark.

The maid had come several times, but Lu Zhi was a little anxious when she saw Yi Huawei chatting with Xu Xin and his group and forgetting the time, but she didn't dare to urge them, so she could only stand aside patiently.

"Sir, Madam Yu... has been waiting for a long time!"

Seeing that they had finally finished their conversation, Lu Zhi hurriedly walked up to Yi Huawei and gave him a reminder.

(End of this chapter)