Huanxi Farm: Pick up a husband for farming

Chapter 105 First talk about cooperation
Rong Shui thought to himself, now that the magistrate's wife asks, why not take this opportunity to inform the county magistrate that there are iron ore buried in the mountains, if he can persuade the county magistrate to mine and survey together, it will save a lot of trouble thing?Besides, this matter is not bad for Jiangcheng, and it is also conducive to improving Huang Zhi's political achievements. Wouldn't it be better if the magistrate's wife supported him?

I was a little excited when I thought about these waters, but this matter needs to be discussed in the long run. It will not happen overnight. It would be good if the county magistrate and his wife can support and agree tonight. After all, the government has come forward. .

Rong Shui took out a handkerchief from his bosom, and opened it in front of the two of them, only to see some dark red soil, gravel, and a small piece of iron on the handkerchief.

Seeing Rong Shui's strange behavior, Huang Zhi couldn't help asking: "Why are you doing this?"

Rong Shui didn't speak for now, but stepped forward to share some soil on the table in front of Huang Zhi and Mrs. Liu, and then began to talk in detail with an iron block: "Ma'am, the county magistrate doesn't know something, but Rong Shui is here Doing a small business in Jiangcheng, thinking of expanding the business to find some profitable business, so I went to the hillside in the outskirts of the city with my friends, and found a mountain range that was different from other places. , very weird.

Therefore, my friend and I suspected that there was iron ore buried there, so we planned to do a good survey on it. As a result, there was a thunderstorm. If there was iron ore buried underground, it would make sense to attract lightning and cause the trees to break. My friend and I were struck by lightning and narrowly escaped, but he was injured because my arm was struck by lightning.

So I was in a hurry just now, but naturally I was outspoken, and now I ask Mr. Huang to forgive me. "

After listening to it, Liu and Huang Zhi, as Rong Shui expected, became interested in what she said about the iron mines in the mountains near the outskirts of Jiangcheng.

Iron ore is a rarity in this dynasty. Someone discovered this unique ore a hundred years ago and tried their best. Finally, they used a furnace to find a refining method and extracted iron. Then iron, a hard metal, became It is used in the production of battlefield weapons.

Although Dayan seems to be peaceful at present, the country is peaceful and the people are safe, but which country does not need a large number of weapons to consolidate its national strength?Even Dayan, which has had no war for a hundred years, is no exception, and it is necessary to prevent problems before they happen. How could Huang Zhi not understand this truth after working in the border military supply department for decades?
Therefore, the imperial court has always purchased a large number of things like iron, not to mention that after decades of development, ordinary people are also prevalent in using iron to make containers, but it is only limited to iron for nobles.

So once iron ore is found, needless to say, it will really bring benefits to the rich.

Huang Zhizheng suffered from not having the opportunity to show his political achievements and talents, so he sent one to his door right in front of him, and couldn't help but get nervous and continue to ask: "What you said is just your current guess! How can you be so sure that there are really iron mines buried there?"

Rong Shui picked up the teacup, took a sip, and replied calmly: "My lord, just look at the iron stone in Rong Shui's hand. Although the time is short, it is proof that you got it back anyway. Let's look at the iron stone in front of you." I don’t know if adults know, but in places where iron ore is buried, the soil is dyed red due to iron oxidation. In addition, it has been struck by lightning all the year round, because iron can attract lightning strikes, so I can basically conclude that there is iron below. mine.

But if your lord doesn't believe it, send a team of people to dig deeper in the next day, and you can be sure, right? "

Huang Zhi was a little moved by what he said. Although he only knew a little about Rong Shui's words, he didn't immediately agree. He looked at Rong Shui and examined the woman.

It really is extraordinary, even the idea of ​​the iron mine has been calculated, it must be some thought: "Rongshui, you planned it so well, this is the iron mine you discovered, you are telling me this now, I'm afraid Is there any purpose!"

Rong Shui admitted it calmly and generously: "Master Huang is indeed a smart man, so I won't hide it here. I was indeed the first person to discover iron ore, but since ancient times, the mining of iron ore has been governed by court laws. There are so many things, I, an ordinary person in the Rong family, is naturally in great difficulty, but if there are adults to help, deal with the relevant provisions, and then cooperate together, it will be a good thing!"

Huang Zhi secretly sighed that this girl has a lot of appetite and is full of ambitions at a young age, so she dared to plan to take over the entire mine with him.

Huang Zhi of the Rong family has heard about it. He was not well-known in the past two years. It wasn’t because he made a fortune by opening up wasteland and growing food. He made a little money, but... mining iron ore is not It's just that the fact that this family property can be won is also related to various local forces. The family of officials and eunuchs have to discuss the separation, which involves a lot of things, so naturally you can't listen to the little girl's family's one-sided words.

However, it is not impossible to have the Rong family as a partner. After careful consideration, Huang Zhicai said to Rong Shui: "Miss Rongshui, this matter is very important. If your Rong family intends to cooperate with me, Huang, how can we send you together?" Girls come to discuss such important matters, if you really want to cooperate with this official, go to your house and call the head of your family, and I will discuss it with him."

As soon as Rong Shui heard it, he knew what Huang Zhi was thinking. Wasn't it because he was afraid that he would not care about things? It seems that this Huang Zhi County is new to the county and doesn't know that the entire Rong family is now doing business abroad: "Master Huang doesn't know something, Rong Shui didn't I mean to neglect my lord at all, but now the Rong family is a mere little girl who is in charge of foreign business."

Even Mrs. Liu was taken aback when she heard it. Although she knew that Rong Shui was a girl with extraordinary wit and bravery, she didn't expect that a little girl was actually the head of the Rong family. She developed the whole family in just a few years. The future is limitless!

Now that he knows that Rong Shui is the head of the family, Huang Zhi can't help but be serious and think carefully about the cooperation that Rong Shui said.

In fact, when Huang Zhi first arrived in Tongzhou, he didn't know the various factions, and he had always wanted to establish a cooperative and mutually beneficial relationship with a wealthy family, but he didn't know the depth, so he couldn't do it lightly, and he was afraid that all parties would have bad intentions.

This Rong family is also a new family in recent years, and it is said that they also have some wealth, but if he joins hands with him to mine iron ore, it will not only fuel the power of the Rong family, why not fuel one side for himself?
And this is also what I have cultivated by myself, so don't be afraid and create suspicion, why not do it?

With this connection, she felt that Rongshui's plan was feasible, so she no longer hesitated: "Miss Rongshui, since this is the case, this plan is somewhat feasible, but the most urgent thing is to make sure that there are iron mines in the mountains! Otherwise, everything will be empty talk!"

Rong Shui quickly responded: "Master Huang said yes, otherwise we will choose one or two teams to go to the mountains to dig deep, and then invite experienced mining masters to appraise it. How about it?"

"Okay! Okay! Okay! It's settled like this. You can take care of Rongshui. If you need anything, just tell me!"

Several praises in a row showed that Huang Zhi was extremely happy at the moment, and Liu was also secretly happy with a smile when she saw her husband and the girl she liked reached a preliminary cooperation intention.

"Master Huang, you shouldn't be too anxious about this matter. My friends and I were struck by lightning when we rashly went up the mountain today. We must also take this into consideration when inviting workers and masters to go up the mountain. Let's talk about it after Rong Shui goes back to watch the sky."

Rong Shui does not blindly seek profit, but considers the safety of others as the most important thing. Both Liu and Huang Zhi are extremely satisfied. Kind-hearted, brave and astute partners are indeed rare.

"It seems that my Huang family has hit it off with Rongshui girl. It would be a good thing if we can cooperate and benefit each other in the future. Is Rongshui girl hungry? I'll ask Xiaocui to bring a bowl of soup to eat?"

Rong Shui immediately bowed, and said to Liu and Huang Zhi respectfully: "It's too late today, and my friend is still in Rong Shui's home for treatment. Rong Shui is worried, and I can't eat! So, I also invite my wife and the county magistrate." My lord allows Rong Shui to go back to the mansion first, and I will definitely come to visit in another day! I also want to taste the food in the magistrate's mansion to see if it is as delicious as my mother's!"

After speaking, Rong Shui gave a playful smile, which made Liu Shi and Huang Zhi laugh out loud, and they both loved this lively girl very much.

"Then come here another day. Shui'er's heart is for friends, so go back and visit him first. Next time I come here, I will cook for myself. See if the food in my house is better than your mother's!"

"Naturally, I want to come and have a taste. That lady, Mr. Huang, Rong Shui will leave first."

After finishing the formalities, Huang Zhi invited two servants and a carriage to take Rongshui back to Rong's house.

At this time, it was past half of the night, Mrs. Liu was tossing and turning in the room, unable to sleep, when she heard Miss Rong's noisy voice, she immediately turned over and went out to see the exhausted Rong Shui.

"Shui'er! Is there something wrong with you? Can the county magistrate make things difficult for you?"

Rong Shui watched the whole family stay up late at night and come out to circle around him. Although he felt warm in his heart, he was really exhausted after dealing with the county magistrate all night and avoiding lightning strikes during the day. Reassured: "Everyone, don't worry, you see, the county magistrate specially sent a carriage to take me home, how can it be difficult for me, there is nothing wrong with it, big brothers, younger sisters, sisters and mothers should go to rest soon , I worked too hard today, I want to rest early and stay in bed, and I will explain to you one by one what happened tonight to you tomorrow."

"Shui'er is right, everyone, stop asking questions, go to rest, and talk about things tomorrow."

Li looked distressed at her daughter's exhaustion. Although she also wanted to know the whole story, she was reluctant to let Rong Shui brace herself up to comfort them: "By the way, mother, I want to see Mr. Li, how is he?"

"There's nothing wrong with Junli. Doctor Le cut off the scorched flesh for him, applied the herbal medicine he brought, and let him take the medicine. He fell asleep after a while after being tired. Don't go to see him! It's not too late to go and see him tomorrow."

Now that he said that, Rong Shui had nothing to worry about. He thought that Junli had been trained to be strong and independent since he was a child. This bit of pain would not be too worrying, so he bid farewell to his family and entered the house. Great sleep.

(End of this chapter)