Huanxi Farm: Pick up a husband for farming

Chapter 194: Iron Forged!

When the chickens were crowing and the dogs were barking, Mrs. Li had already started to work. Steamed buns and steamed buns were put on the steamer, pickles and rice porridge were put into bowls, and the aroma of early morning food wafted from the chimney of Rong’s kitchen.

It was another ordinary morning, but it became a bit different because of the arrival of the brothers and sisters of the Fu family. It is not that the Rong family has no guests, but... Fu Chen'er and Fu Chengbi need to be taken care of carefully, because they are a little sensitive There must be a gap in his heart when he suddenly enters the happy family Rong's family with his own background and tragic wandering experience.

Mrs. Li thought about it all night, she knew that she didn't need Rongshui to say hello, she usually wakes up early to greet her family for breakfast, but today she was more attentive.

He also specially asked Miss Rong to invite the two of them to come to the dining room for dinner. Although Miss Rong has had some conflicts with her second sister Rongshui these days, she is still lively and lively by nature. Seeing a new guest at home, she cheered up reception.

After knocking on the door, Miss Rong gave a lovable smile and said, "Miss sister from that day, is your name Shen'er? Are you older than me? How about calling you sister Shen'er from now on?"

Rong Xiaomei is delicate and cute, and anyone who sees it is easy to feel good about her. Fu Chen'er nodded. Yesterday, Li Shi introduced that Rong Xiaomei was half a year younger than herself before entering the table.

Rong Xiaomei thought that Fu Chen'er, who had just arrived, might not be familiar with her, so she eagerly took her hand and said: "It's already breakfast time, Auntie has prepared a rich breakfast, you all come with us Let's eat!"

After Miss Rong's chattering all the way to the dining room, the Rong family, brothers and sisters of the Fu family, and Jun Li surrounded the table.

There is no need to mention the joy of the guests and hosts, but after the meal, there was a hasty knock on the door, and Rong Shui got up to open the door.

As soon as it was opened, a small worker from the mine came in and shouted: "Boss Rong, boss Rong, the coke you made is really amazing! The iron is smelted! Not to mention the increase in production, the hardness is also excellent. "

Rong Shui immediately invited the man in to talk, and seeing that he was still carrying a pack of iron bars, he immediately took over and put it on the table. Seeing this scene, the whole family surrounded him with concern.

Rong Shui asked carefully: "Is that true? Did those old masters come over? Did you ask for something?"

The man said: "Of course they saw it and agreed. They only asked me to bring the newly smelted iron down the mountain for Boss Rong to have a look at."

This order was given by Rong Shui before leaving yesterday, she naturally knew it, but she didn't expect it to be so fast, she was also happy, so she gave some money to the runner.

Only then said: "Help me tell the mountain that it's good to work. If the construction period is completed on time, there will be rewards. Alright, go back to work."

The man took the silver reward and went back happily.

The whole family of the Rong family looked at the iron on the table curiously. Ever since Rongshui was busy with the mine, because of the high mountains and the long distance, she told her that there was someone in charge. Occasionally, Rong Zheng and Rong Ming would ask about the progress, so the whole family was a little surprised that the iron block was smelted so quickly.

Rong Ming asked, "Second Sister, is this the iron that was smelted in your mine? I asked you a while ago that you were just doing construction, and I didn't expect it to be produced so soon!"

Even Mrs. Li, who is usually not very interested in her daughter's business, curiously took the iron to check. It is not difficult to see iron in daily life, but since she heard that her daughter promised to contract iron mines, for a woman It is unimaginable for others.

Among the counties and prefectures in this dynasty, the people who contracted the imperial court’s mine vein land were generally rich and wealthy, who could afford the high annual rent of mountains and the payment of iron from generations of wealthy families and rich people, and most of them had Only those who have an extraordinary friendship with the local government can win this fat job.

All kinds of considerations. Rong Zheng, Rong Ming and Li Shi didn't think much of Rong Shui at first, but they thought that she was determined to do it, and even if she couldn't do it, it wouldn't get in the way, so she let her go. Worried, she advised Rong Shui to stop altogether. Fortunately, Rong Shui's tough nature of making decisions on his own has made things happen now.

Mrs. Li also asked: "Shui'er has always done things so quickly. I didn't expect that in just a few months, he actually contracted the mine and made iron!"

There is a sense of pride in the mother's achievements in her children's tone.

Because Rongshui handed over most of the mine to Huchangzhai, he never told his family members. At this time, seeing his family members, they all wanted to understand, and while putting the iron block in front of everyone, he briefly talked about the past few days. Things: "It will take less than a few days for the mine to go into production. The iron that the worker brought over today is probably made by me using a new method."

Rongshui put this arm-width piece of iron in front of everyone. He felt the touch with his hands first, and then asked Junli for help: "Junli! I need to trouble you to try this piece of iron with a sword again. hardness."

Junli nodded, and asked everyone to give in for a while, then drew out his sword, and slashed at the iron block on the table with just enough force, without hurting other objects.

The piece of iron was no more than the thickness of a finger, but after Jun Li returned to the sword, he saw that there was only a dangerously straight sword mark on it, and it did not move at all.

Feeling pleasantly surprised, Rongshui immediately picked up the iron block and broke it with all his strength along the crack.

Seeing this scene, Junli said neutrally: "When Mr. Ju found this sword for me, he said that this sword can cut through almost all iron objects. I didn't expect that the iron made by you, little girl, will be severed." Defeated!"

Hearing what Jun Li said, Rong Shui was even more excited, and said: "It seems that using this coke to make iron is indeed much different. You can see that with the same thickness, the hardness produced in our mine is much stronger. high?"

Li Shi and Rongzheng got it because they didn't know, anyway, they felt that their daughter was capable, and they were very pleased, but Rong Ming seemed to know, he said: "The iron used by the imperial court is nothing more than making weapons, and weapons are the most important part in the battlefield. , if the hardness of the iron is high and high quality, then the odds of winning the battle between the two will be greater.”

After Rong Ming finished speaking, the two elders half-understood, and Junli added: "And the iron produced by Rongshui is faster and more abundant than other mines. Level, it must be a steady profit without compensation, and other than paying contract fees and iron to the imperial court every year, the rest of the money will come in a steady stream!"

The two people talked about such a good scene, and the whole family was also happy, but Rong Ming suddenly asked: "Second sister, I haven't gone up to see the mine for so long. Work? Is it reliable? It’s not suitable for you, a big girl, to stay there often, or the elder brother will guard it for you in the past few days, so as not to cause trouble.”

The secret is not good, only Junli and Rong Xiaomei in the entire Rong family know that the work in the mine is led by people from Shanhu and Huchangzhai, if Rong Ming is allowed to go up at this time, I don't know if there will be a big fight at this time.

So Rong Shui hastily declined: "Brother, is it true that you have been idle recently? You have to be free with so many accounts in the fried chicken shop? You still want to run around to manage the mine, and you will be exhausted by then. Let's see if my mother will say it or not." I."

Rong Ming was about to force his words, but upon hearing that, Mrs. Li persuaded his son, "Rong Ming is always a busy person who worries about everything, so why does he want to get involved everywhere? Since Rong Shui is reassuring at the mine, he should be steadfast. Don't worry, it takes you a long time to do accounts every day, so where is the time?"

To put it bluntly, it was just a little complaint from the mother who cared about her son.

Seeing that his family members said this, Rong Ming also dismissed the idea.

Said: "Since everyone says so, then I will wait for the work in the store to be free before going to the mine. This will get rid of Cheng Bi's early recovery and be able to take over some things."

When Fu Chengbi was mentioned, he said, "Cheng Bi is already in good health, otherwise he would be able to work as an errand from now on."

Fu Chen'er was nervous about her brother's body, and quietly grabbed the corner of his clothes.

Rong Shui said: "Don't worry about it for a while, it's better to wait for Miracle Doctor Le to see it, and then choose another day to go to the shop and start some light living."

This is how everyone is happy, Rong Shui took his iron block and looked around, observing carefully.

Just after noon, Rong Shui came to Huang Zhi's door with some gifts for others to buy.

Someone came to meet him, and the boy smiled and asked, "Isn't this Miss Rong? I have time to visit our Master Huang."

It can be said that the attitude changed a lot before and after, Rong Shui nodded and gave a reward, and was led in to meet Huang Zhi, whom he hadn't seen for a long time.

Huang Zhi dressed meticulously and was very upright. Seeing Rongshui was no longer as embarrassing and dissatisfied as before.

After taking a sip of tea, he asked in a calm tone, "What's the matter with Rong Shui coming to my place?"

Rong Shui bowed, saluted, stood up and replied, "My lord, the reason why the women came here today is to report that the mine will be put into operation next month."

For so long, Huang Zhi has been staying in the county government in obscurity, acting as if he has nothing to do with him. Rong Shui doesn't know whether he is still harboring grudges or doesn't care about this matter. He came here today to test his attitude.

After hearing this, Huang Zhi still had an unconcerned expression, and said: "It's so good, it's a lot of work for those who can tolerate water, and you can make things happen with your own hands, so don't bother me."

The meanings in officialdom's words generally have two sides. Huang Zhi's expression is difficult to distinguish, and his tone seems to be really indifferent. Rong Shui is a little tired in his heart. These human accidents are the most difficult to guess.

Since Huang Zhi was in such a state, why did he have to speculate?It was a waste of effort.

So he also made a carefree appearance, and said without hesitation: "Thanks to Mr. Huang's trust, the women of the people are all in charge. It's just... when the mine is in operation, you still need to be present to preside over the overall situation when holding sacrifices to heaven and earth."

Huang Zhi promised: "This is natural, you just need to hand in the work as scheduled, and the official will go there when the time comes, so don't worry."

Rong Shui replied: "Then there will be Lord Lao Huang."

(End of this chapter)