I traveled through time and space and found a mute boy: That’s enough, I feel sorry for him

Xu Shu's plan successfully confused Jiang Xiao, but it also unexpectedly ignited his enthusiasm: "Brother Xu, if Shiqiao Village can really become as prosperous as you said in the future, then I think... let alone Qingshui Town, even the capital may not be able to compare with it."

Xu Shu patted him on the shoulder, very satisfied with this employee who could use his imagination, and continued, "So how long will it take to finish the task I assigned to you?"

Jiang Xiao scratched his head and said, "Blacksmiths are just like brickmakers. They are all in-house craftsmen and don't like to spread the word. It may be difficult to ask them for help."

Xu Shu nodded slightly: "That's right, then ask him if he wants to make the sharpest sword and the best iron weapon in the world?"

"Brother Xu, you also know this?" Jiang Xiao was surprised.

Xu Shu nodded. He had observed carefully during this period that most people's iron pots were thick and heavy, with bumpy and rough surfaces. These were all cast iron pots, which had a high carbon content and many impurities. Although they were hard, they were very brittle and had poor thermal conductivity.

Even Xiao's kitchen uses such an iron pot, which shows that the forging technology in this world has not yet reached the level of perfection to produce wrought iron and steel.

But Xu Shu studied chemistry, and although he did not specialize in process chemistry, he still knew something about the principles and processes of steelmaking.

And even if he didn't know, those blacksmiths were all experienced and would be able to figure out how to make steel after hearing him explain the principles.

This matter is still very feasible. Even if it may cost a lot in the process, the benefits obtained will be considerable.

"Just ask them this question," Xu Shu paused, "In addition, I will pay them two taels of silver per month, and provide iron ore and all raw materials."

Jiang Xiao was quick-witted and understood what was going on immediately. He approached and asked, "Brother Xu, which soldiers are you going to make weapons for?"

Xu Shu shook his head. He could not fully trust Jiang Xiao and did not intend to tell Jiang Xiao immediately: "It's not about making weapons, but making pots."

"pot?"

"There is a kind of iron pot that does not need to be embedded in the stove. It is light and compact. Just put water in it and it will boil in a short time. I want to make a pot like that."

Jiang Xiao groaned, puzzled, but could only agree: "Okay, but what's the point of making a pot like that?"

Xu Shu nodded: "This way, it will be much easier for Xiao Mujin to cook."

Jiang Xiao: …

After Xu Shu finished explaining, he went to the back mountain with him. In the past few days, everyone speeded up the project. After a few days, the house was basically completed.

Only the work on the fence is time-consuming, of course this is also to buy time for the construction of the kiln factory behind.

Xu Shu took a look at the wall that was almost completed. There was no cement or paint in that era.

The walls are built with glutinous rice lime mortar, and the wall surface is made of blue bricks.

Actually, Xu Shu wanted to paint the wall red, but the paint in this world is made from ground ore, which is an extremely luxurious item. Xu Shu couldn't be too ostentatious for the time being, so he had to give up.

Fortunately, the blue bricks themselves are not ugly, and the wall is still pleasing to the eye.

Just a little short.

Xu Shu raised his hand and touched the top of the wall, then shook his head: "It's a bit low, it can't protect against thieves."

Zhang Ping laughed and said, "Brother Xu, not all men can be as tall as you."

Jiang Xiao also said: "Yes, this wall is three meters high. If it is higher, it will affect the indoor lighting."

When Xu Shu heard this, he realized that this was indeed the case. He thought that if it didn't work in the future, he could hang a circle of iron hooks on the wall to prevent people from climbing over the wall and breaking into the house to steal things.

It's not that he didn't trust the villagers, but after hearing what Xiao Ran said about the bandits occupying the mountains, he secretly felt that Yuzhou would not be peaceful for much longer.

He had to take precautions in advance, and if possible, he wanted to persuade Qi Huairen to live with him in Shiqiao Village.

Of course, the most important thing is to be with little Hibiscus.

Xu Shu nodded in agreement, and followed Jiang Xiao to see the deep canal. It was quite good. When he had time, he would take out the manual water pump from his backpack to try out the effect.

Afterwards, Xu Shu followed Jiang Xiao to look at the kitchen, mainly focusing on the stove and ventilation issues.

Although Xu Shu felt that Mu Jinghua was of a good age now, he had been malnourished in his early youth. Even though he was eating and drinking well now, his height might not necessarily grow.

In the few months that Xu Shu had known him, the boy's height had changed. He could only reach Xu Shu's chest and was estimated to be only about 165 cm tall.

The stove in the shabby thatched hut where Xu Shu lives now is much higher than Mu Jinghua's, and the spatula is long. Every time Mu Jinghua cooks, he has to stand on tiptoe, and Xu Shu feels tired for him.

So when he was at home, he would try his best to help Mu Jinghua cook, even if the food he cooked was not delicious.

The stove on Qi Huairen's side is shorter, probably to take into account Qu Xiu's height.

After checking the ventilation conditions, Xu Shu went to take a look at the construction at the kiln factory.

Last time he gave instructions to Jiang Da, and Jiang Da conveyed the words to Jiang Xiao, who then added a little of his own thoughts.

Xu Shu didn't understand the considerations of these professionals. He asked many questions seriously and raised his own questions until he was thirsty from talking. When he looked up at the sky, it was almost lunch time.

Xu Shu's heart sank, and he quickly said goodbye to Jiang Xiao: "I have something else to do today, so that's it for now. I trust you to do the work, and we can talk tomorrow if there's anything else."

"Leaving now?" Jiang Xiao still had many plans to express, and for some reason he felt reluctant to leave Xu Shu.

Xu Shu didn't have time to pay attention to him. He ran two steps to the side of the road. He happened to see an ox cart. He ran two quick steps, pushed himself with his hands, and flipped into the ox cart.

He took out three coins and handed them to the driver, saying with a smile, "Uncle Xu, I'm going to town."

Uncle Xu took the money and said cheerfully, "I heard my wife said you were no longer working in town, so why are you going to town every day these days?"

Xu Shu hummed: "My little Mu Jin, oh, that's the boy I brought back last time. He was lucky and was selected to study medicine in Qi Huairen's clinic."

"Qi Huairen, Qi Huairen? Isn't this the miracle doctor who cured the strange disease? This boy is so lucky. With your appearance... well, your brother dotes on him, and now he follows the miracle doctor."

Xu Shu smiled, and suddenly understood Jiang Xiao's feelings when he announced his marriage to the world: "We are engaged."

"Oh my, this is a happy event. Congratulations, congratulations. No wonder you've been running to town these past few days. You were so anxious and kissed me so much just now."

Xu Shu was a little embarrassed: "Sorry to bother you."

Uncle Xu laughed out loud, and couldn't help but sigh: "What a great doctor."

Xu Shu nodded in agreement, feeling that the days passed like years. He finally made it to the town. Before the car even stopped, Xu Shu got out and ran towards the Huimin Hall.