There is more than just saltpeter ice making on the first floor.
It is very big, as big as two acres of land.
There are all kinds of research, including research on planting flowers and trees.
There are even many weird researches that Fang Yuan doesn’t even know about.
After visiting the first floor, Li Shimin and Du Ruhui were already in awe.
They saw saltpeter making ice, what a spring looks like, the process of tea frying, etc.
"The first floor has the most people, and they are doing all kinds of research. I don't even know many of them."
Fang Yuan said.
Head towards the stairs to the second floor.
There are many stairs in the nine-story Mohist Research Institute, which are similar to the stairs in high-rise buildings in later generations.
Because it is not an elevator, there is no need for stairs on both sides. Only one side is needed to go up and down.
Seeing Fang Yuan walking up the stairs, the two of them followed quickly, full of curiosity about what they were studying on the second floor.
However, just after walking halfway up the stairs, Du Ruhui coughed repeatedly, causing his chest to touch his back.
"Is Butler Du feeling unwell?"
Fang Yuan asked with concern.
After pondering for a moment, he stepped back to support him.
This is a staircase. If you fall down, there may be a murder here.
"Lao Du, are you okay?"
Li Shimin also looked at Du Ruhui with concern.
But he didn't hold on like Fang Yuan, he just looked at Du Ruhui from the upper stairs.
As an emperor, the highest standard for him to care about his ministers is to understand their difficulties.
"My lord...cough cough cough...it's okay...cough cough cough..."
Du Ruhui waved his hand.
But even though he said he was fine, he still kept coughing.
His health has never been good, but he has slept comfortably in the past two days and is in a happy mood, so there is no big problem.
But today, after walking for most of the day and climbing stairs, I suddenly felt tired and coughing without paying attention.
It's an old problem, and the cough will get better after a while.
"Are you okay?"
"Come, let me help you sit in the lounge on the second floor."
Fang Yuan shook his head and said speechlessly.
How did someone with such a sick body become the butler of the Royal Caravan representative?
I don’t understand, I really don’t understand.
Fang Yuan half-carried Du Ruhui's body up the remaining stairs.
The second floor is different from the first floor. There is a corridor on both sides, and the doors are locked, so you can't see what's going on inside.
Because the center of the nine-story Mohist Research Institute is empty, it does not feel dark and depressing.
There are several rooms on the second floor without doors. Each room is about 30 square meters. The layout looks simple, like a study room.
But this is actually a place for tea and rest. Usually Fang Yuan or other people on the second floor will rest here for a while when they are tired, sit and drink tea or something.
Du Ruhui is still coughing, but it's much better than before.
It's just that his face is sickly red, and it doesn't look like the situation has improved much.
"This is Pu'er tea. It has the effects of clearing away heat, eliminating phlegm, relieving cough and promoting fluid production. Try drinking a few more cups."
Fang Yuan chose a kind of tea and quickly brewed it for him.
The water was still hot, but Du Ruhui couldn't care less. The cough made him uncomfortable.
Drink it immediately.
I don’t know if it’s the effect of Pu’er tea or the water soup. After one cup, I feel much better immediately and I no longer cough.
"It seems to be effective. You can take these back later."
"This tea is not sold outside. Just tell me before you leave and I will prepare some for you to take back."
Fang Yuan placed the whole can of tea directly in front of Du Ruhui.
The tea culture in Wuling County has not been completely popularized, and many teas have not yet appeared.
The tea currently on the market is only produced and sold by Wuling County itself, and the situation is known before it spreads to the outside world.
"Thank you!"
Du Ruhui said with gratitude.
He didn't know how precious tea was, but Fang Yuan's concern was real.
When he didn't know his true identity and thought he was just a housekeeper, he could still treat himself like this, which made Du Ruhui sigh.
At this moment, Du Ruhui was truly determined to train Fang Yuan, even if Fang Yuan's life style had flaws.
"Drink a few more drinks."
Fang Yuan chuckled and ignored it.
When I poured tea for him, I also poured tea for Li Shimin.
Li Shimin sat on the other side and looked at Du Ruhui with concern.
Seeing that Du Ruhui no longer coughed, he felt relieved.
This loyal minister to him is getting worse and worse, and I'm afraid he doesn't have much time left, alas...
"Well, okay."
Du Ruhui responded with a smile.
People of his rank don't like to say too much when it comes to gratitude.
Five months later, when Fang Yuan is transferred, he will help Fang Yuan as much as possible.
Even if he is not promoted to governor, he will not serve as county magistrate in Zhong County, but will definitely be transferred to a large county.
In Du Ruhui's view, although Fang Yuan made a bet with Li Shimin, based on his understanding of Li Shimin, it may not be successful.
After a short rest, Li Shimin proposed to continue the visit.
“I won’t visit the rest.”
"Most of the buildings above the second floor are under research and have no tourist value."
"Besides, Butler Du is not in good health, so climbing stairs will have a great impact on him."
Fang Yuan shook his head and refused.
He originally just wanted to show the two of them around the first floor.
Some things above the second floor are relatively secret and have a great impact on the times.
Fang Yuan doesn't want to show his trump card in front of anyone before he is ready.
"Didn't Mr. Fang County tell you to take a gamble with me?"
Li Shimin's face suddenly darkened.
My heart was completely aroused, but I said I didn’t want to visit anymore.
How dare he say such outrageous things to me?
"Boss Li, there is no need to be angry."
"I said I would take you to visit the Mohist Research Institute, but I didn't say I would visit all the places."
"If Boss Li is unwilling to keep his promise, even if I take you to visit the ninth floor, you may say that there are other corners that you have not visited."
Fang Yuan shook his head and said calmly.
A gamble is just a gamble.
Gambling itself has risks, and this bet is completely in the hands of the other party.
Although Li Daye said that he could help him be promoted to governor, for now it was just talk. Why wouldn't he help him after seeing his cards?
It would be better to completely arouse the other party's interest like now, and then gain the initiative yourself. If he wants to continue visiting, he should do his own favor first.
The other party cannot completely take the initiative in a bet.
"Is Mr. Fang afraid that I will not fulfill my promise after visiting?"
Li Shimin was stunned for a moment, then understood, and couldn't help but laugh angrily.
I am the emperor and I keep my word, so how can my words not count?
Fang Yuan shrugged, it goes without saying that he acknowledged the other party's doubts.
"Can't you let me visit first?"
Li Shimin felt itchy and uncomfortable.
Seeing Fang Yuan drinking tea calmly, he really wanted to punch Fang Yuan in the face.
"Boss Li also does big business."
"Those who do big business should understand that the bigger the business, the less urgent it is."
"If my position as governor is confirmed, the Mohist Research Institute will always be open to Boss Li."
Fang Yuan said calmly.
Ignore Li Shimin's questioning.
The more anxious the other party is, the more the initiative will shift to your side.
"You bastard!"
Li Shimin gritted his teeth in anger.
That sounds nice, but Wuling County is so far away from me. How can I come here often?
"Ahem, sir, how about this today."
"Fang Xianzun took us to visit the Mohist Research Institute."
Du Ruhui coughed and interjected.
After he finished speaking, Li Shimin looked at Du Ruhui and was greatly surprised.
This is my loyal veteran, how can I speak for others?
Fang Yuan was also surprised, but he just glanced at the other person and continued drinking tea.