Tian Minyan walked around the hundred acres of wasteland with Wen Shanchu, answering all questions. When asked about the process of opening up wasteland, she answered in detail and told them all one by one.
Especially when it came to the row of rakes, she worked even harder and couldn't help but steal glances at Wen Shanchu's face.
"Oh, then why is the row harrow so good?" Wen Shanchu stopped and asked with frowning: "I have never heard of this thing."
"Yes, it is easier and easier to use than an iron hoe. It can dig out a lot of grass roots and evenly turn the soil. Look, sir, the traces on this land are the rakes and plows." Tian Minyan pointed to a piece of dry ground and said:
"This is the first one for us in the South. Now many families in our town have purchased such a set of farm tools."
Wen Shanchu knelt down, grabbed a handful of soil and looked at it carefully. He saw that the plowed land in front of him was strip by strip, and the soil was evenly loosened. There were no particularly big clods. It was very delicate. He also heard her say
It's the first one from the South, and I can't help but feel moved in my heart.
"You really don't want to see this row of rakes." Wen Shanchu threw the mud in his hand, stood up, and clapped his hands.
Tian Minyan looked at the sky and saw that the sun was almost setting, so she said: "Sir, it's almost noon, and the sun is shining brightly today. Why don't you go home and have a sip of tea? The land has opened up, and all those rakes are at home.
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"Yes, sir, I have reserved a fine table at Zhenjiang Tower. Let's go down the mountain to have a meal." A fat squire who weighed two hundred pounds kept wiping the sweat from his forehead and said with a flattering smile.
"What a fine meal, it's just some fatty meat and vegetables. Let's move it away." Wen Shanchu didn't buy it, he just frowned and waved his hand.
The squire sighed, and the other squire said: "Sir, why don't you go to the house to rest and have a meal. Although it is not as good as Zhenjiang Tower, it is made by our own cook, which is quite fresh."
"You guys are so fat. You only eat big fish and meat. How is it any different from those in restaurants? There's no need to prepare." Wen Shanchu still didn't buy it.
Tian Minyan rolled her eyes and said: "Sir, the home-cooked dishes made by my mother are quite delicious. If you don't mind our small family, how about you stop at our house to drink tea and have a simple meal?"
Wen Shanchu saw how well-spoken she was at such a young age, so he couldn't help but laugh and said, "What's the point of not showing favor to others? If you're not afraid of being disturbed, I'll have a simple meal at your house."
"Don't disturb, don't disturb." Tian Minyan felt happy and immediately winked at Xie Gouzi. Xie Gouzi understood, said goodbye and ran to the village to report the news.
When those squire and wealthy people saw it, they also quietly pulled the young man aside and began to murmur.
For a time, silhouettes of people were running across the fields, some going to Yangmei Village and some heading to the town, while Tian Minyan accompanied Wen Shanchu as he walked slowly down to Shanjia.
As soon as Xie Gouzi's arrival in the village was announced, the villagers knew that the county magistrate was coming. For a while, they didn't even bother to cook anymore. They all dressed up and walked out of their houses, waiting on the road leading to Tian Minyan's house.
Luo Shi was also preparing lunch. When Xie Gouzijia said something, she suddenly became confused and didn't know where to put her hands or what to do.
"Oh, my grandma, hurry up and prepare tea. The master will be home soon." Xie Gouzi slapped his thigh anxiously.
"That's right, ah, Gouzi, go to Aunt Zhu's house quickly and ask her mother and daughter to help me. I'm too busy." Luo Shi came to his senses and quickly ordered Xie Gouzi.
Xie Gouzi agreed, and soon Aunt Zhu and Zhu Yanyin came over and helped Luo Shi with his work without saying a word.
Tian Minyan accompanied Mr. Wen into the village, and saw that the villagers who were supposed to be busy at home came out, knelt down towards Wen Shanchu, and called Mr. Wen.
Wen Shanchu personally helped up an old man who was over seventy years old, asked a few cordial words, and asked everyone not to kneel down. Tian Minyan burst into laughter. This scene was just like the scene in modern times when leaders of the Chinese dynasty visited the countryside.
Tian Minyan walked for a long time on the short road from the village head to Tian Minyan's home. After all, she underestimated the villagers' enthusiasm for officials.
When they arrived at the door of the house, Luo Shi and Aunt Zhu were waiting for them. When they saw Tian Minyan and his party, they were about to kneel down. Wen Shanchu saw Luo Shi's protruding belly with sharp eyes, and quickly stopped him, saying: "This lady is pregnant, there is no need to do this."
The big gift is waived."
"Sir, this is my mother, Mrs. Tian Luo." Tian Minyan introduced her with a smile, and then said: "Sir, please sit at home."
Wen Shanchu responded with a smile and walked into the house. Tian Huairen led the way, as well as the gentry and wealthy people, a dark group of people.
Seeing this, Luo Shi felt worried. He took his daughter's hand and said, "Nanny, what should we do? There are so many people, what should we cook?"
Tian Minyan pursed her lips and thought for a while, thinking that those squires might still look down on this peasant dish, and maybe they would put it on the table separately.
Just as he was thinking this, Li Zheng trotted over and said, "Miss Tian, Huang Yuanwai and others have already ordered two tables from Zhenjiang Tower to come here. Just make some ordinary side dishes for adults to try, such as fish and meat."
No need to make any fuss."
Look, they haven't finished thinking about it yet, so they are on the right track.
Tian Minyan curled her lips and said to Luo Shi, who was obviously relieved: "Mom, this is solved, we don't have to do anything, just make two of your specialty dishes, pan-fried tofu, and the sesame oil purple
Stir-fried eggplants, and by the way, take out the preserved eggs that my predecessor made and try them too, it’s about time this day is over.”
"Can the eggs be eaten?" Luo Che hesitated.
"Don't worry, Mom, leave that to me. I'll go and have a few words with you first. Mom, after my brother and Xiaowu's family arrive, you ask them to clean up and come to the living room to meet you." Tian Minyan solemnly ordered.
Such a good opportunity, of course, allows the two brothers to meet these high-ranking people, and they will always take the imperial examination in the future. Even if adults can't remember it, the impression will be good.
After giving a few more instructions, she walked to the living room. The living room was in the front yard. The small yard was crowded with people, all chatting and laughing. Tian Minyan squeezed in. It turned out that Wen Shanchu had already studied the row of rakes.
Already.
Seeing Tian Minyan, Wen Shanchu was very happy. He pointed at the row of rakes and said, "This girl's whimsical idea is indeed wonderful. These rakes are much easier to use than iron hoes and iron shovels. No wonder you dug out the ground in seven days."
Already."
"This is also a sudden idea of mine. Since it is useful, I hope you will recommend it and benefit all people." Tian Minyan laughed and said: "It depends on you to give it a chance to be of great use in farming.
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"Okay, I will recommend it highly in my book. If the whole people recommend it now, I won't be able to thank you for your contribution." Wen Shanchu laughed, stroking his beard.
Tian Minyan didn't know whether the Tian family's name would be mentioned in the brochure, and she didn't care. Gold always shines, and she will be able to grow cotton in the future, which is a great achievement.
So she said: "What credit? I'm young. I don't know what farm tools you have. It's all thanks to your unique vision, sir, that the rake appeared. From now on, your name will be mentioned in farming books. That's what future generations are grateful for."
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Wen Shanchu was stunned for a moment, then suddenly laughed out loud, patted Tian Huairen on the shoulder and said, "From the Tian family, your daughter will be great in the future. Okay, very good."
Tian Huairen just laughed and let Wen Shanchu sit inside the room.
Those squires and wealthy people looked at each other and all set their sights on Tian Minyan. This girl is really not to be underestimated. Look at how good and level she is in flattering her. He lowered his attitude and flattered her.
She was superior to the magistrate, but it made people think that she was not flattering, but just stating a fact lightly.
Everyone has a plan in mind. The Tian family has fallen into the favor of the magistrate this time, and they have to move around.
After knocking their teeth for a while, after the two Tian Minrui brothers came home from school, Tian Minyan took them to introduce Wen Shanchu. After receiving a few words of praise from the adults, she asked Tian Minrui to stay with her while she went to have lunch with Luo Shi.
There are no preserved eggs in the South. A few days ago, she saw that the duck eggs in the town were cheap, so she bought some and marinated a jar of preserved eggs, which are modern preserved eggs. She planned to pickle them in large quantities if she succeeded.
Come and sell for money.
Opening the urn, she took out five preserved eggs wrapped in yellow soil and rice bran. Tian Minyan washed away the soil and saw that the shell of the duck eggs had turned light blue. She felt happy and knocked gently.
I opened one and knocked it open, and a flower that looked like a snowflake appeared in front of my eyes. I opened the whole eggshell and found that what was originally egg liquid had become crystal clear. Two snowflakes stood inside, as beautiful as amber.
Tian Minyan was overjoyed that it was done.
Taking a round plate, she carefully cut the preserved egg into six pieces and arranged them into a circle. She asked Xiao Wu to pick coriander in the garden, sprinkle the finely chopped ginger evenly on it, and sprinkle a few pieces on it.
Place a strip of coriander in the middle and drizzle with sesame oil. It looks appetizing.
"Is this really made of duck eggs? Why is it so beautiful?" Zhu Yanyin was amazed and swallowed her saliva.
"I can't lie to you, Greedy, there's some over there, go and eat, it's for the table." Tian Minyan nuzzled her mouth towards the stove.
At this time, Luo Shi had also prepared a few side dishes. Xie Gouzi came outside and said that the noodles from Zhenjiang Tower were coming. Tian Minyan quickly asked someone to serve the food.
There is no doubt that Mr. Wen is very interested in all novelties, and he really likes Tian Minyan's plate of cold preserved eggs. The squire who was here to accompany him was full of praises when he saw the magistrate.
He took the opportunity to introduce the benefits of these Songhua Fugui Eggs. They can be used to make porridge and can clear away heat and reduce internal heat. He also said that soon their Tian family would make large quantities of them for sale. Among the squires present, there are also restaurants, so they must order some for cooking.
, so Hetian Minyan settled on five cents for each preserved egg.
Tian Minyan narrowed her eyes with a smile, thinking that money in ancient times was so profitable. Modern preserved eggs only cost one yuan each, but now, she sells them for five cents, which is more than three yuan, and one duck egg costs one cent.
Money, excluding wages and other things, she can earn as much as three cents.
Of course, it must be because of Mr. Wen's praise. What is celebrity effect? This is it.
