After crossing, I surrounded the capital from the countryside

"When the rain stops completely, we will take a good rest first. Everyone should take a good rest. When the weather clears up, we will go to repair the cracks in the brick kiln."

Xu Qingqing put down the bowl in her hand and looked at everyone.

"Okay, Master. No problem. We will all listen to you!" Everyone expressed their feelings one after another, their voices full of trust and determination.

After saying goodbye to everyone, Xu Qingqing returned to her room.

She recalled the thrilling moment when the brick kiln was almost destroyed in the rainstorm, and she couldn't help feeling scared.

At that moment, she deeply realized the importance of cement. If before, she had a nonchalant attitude towards whether cement could be developed, then from that moment on, she was determined to develop cement.

Xu Qingqing entered the space with a thought. She first looked up at the baby hanging in the sky as usual, and then looked at the fields and poultry in the space.

Then he returned to the cabin and began to study the cement eagerly.

She flipped through various books and materials about cement, and carefully studied the composition and production process of cement.

She immersed herself in the world of cement, constantly learning and exploring.

I took out some materials I had collected previously, tried hard to adjust the ratio of cement, and experimented with different production techniques.

She knew very well that there was no support from modern chemical raw materials and sophisticated equipment here.

Therefore, if you want to develop cement, every step requires extreme care and precision.

She kept mixing limestone, clay and other raw materials in proportion, but the results were not ideal. The strength of the cement she made was far below expectations and it was prone to cracking.

At first, the repeated failures did not discourage Xu Qingqing, but instead made her more and more courageous.

She began to carefully analyze the reasons for the failure and constantly adjusted the proportions of the raw materials.

But as the number of failures continued to increase, Xu Qingqing couldn't help feeling frustrated.

Xu Qingqing's mood these days is just like the sky covered with dark clouds, dull and depressing.

The continuous failures in cement research weighed on her heart like a huge rock, making her exhausted. Her eyes, which used to be lively, now lost their former brilliance.

The people of Xiaoyao Sect have discovered in the past few days that their young sect leader seems to be worried. He looks troubled all day long, which makes them feel distressed.

He Anran also saw it and was worried.

"Qingqing, your body will collapse if you continue like this. Take a rest first." He Anran comforted her gently, his eyes full of concern and worry.

Xu Qingqing raised her head from her arms, looked at He Anran and shook her head gently, forcing a smile: "I'm fine, just a little tired. I want to try again to see if I can find the problem."

At this time, Xiao Yuheng quietly walked to Xu Qingqing and handed her a cup of hot tea. "Drink some tea to warm your body."

His words were simple, yet full of concern.

Xu Qingqing took the tea and took a sip. The aroma of the tea instantly filled her mouth. The sweet and refreshing fragrance instantly dispelled her body's fatigue and made her feel refreshed after a long time.

She looked up at them, a warm feeling welling up in her heart, which instantly turned into motivation.

[It doesn't matter. If it doesn't work once, try it twice. If it doesn't work twice, try it three times. I will succeed every time I try it again and again!] At this moment, Xu Qingqing firmly believed in this.

Suddenly, 111, who had not spoken for a long time, spoke up and reminded, "Qingqing, have you ever thought that the reason you keep failing might be because you are missing an important material?"

[For example?] Xu ​​Qingqing was stunned and quickly asked in her mind.

[For example - iron ore? After all, iron ore is a raw material commonly used in cement production. ]

[Yes! But where can I get iron ore? ? ]

Suddenly she looked up at Xiao Yuheng, who was dressed in a blue shirt and walking calmly, as if he could remain indifferent and calm no matter when and where.

Under Xu Qingqing's scorching gaze, Xiao Yuheng's expression froze slightly.

He fixed his eyes on Xu Qingqing, smiling: "Why? Do you want to ask for something?"

Xu Qingqing blinked her eyes, a little embarrassed, and called out coquettishly: "Brother Yuheng~"

Although the sound made her feel nauseous, Xu Qingqing couldn't care less at this moment.

Her eyes were sincere and her tone was earnest: "Brother Yuheng, can you help me find some materials? For example, limestone, sandstone? Or...iron ore?"

Hearing this, Xiao Yuheng had not yet reacted, but He Anran on the side jumped up instantly like a cat whose tail was stepped on.

"My goodness, how can this iron ore be so easy to get?! Moreover, this is something that is strictly controlled by the court. If you are found to be mining it privately, you will lose your head!!"

He Anran's eyes widened, with disbelief flashing in his pupils, and even his lips trembled slightly.

In her mind, the news that Xu Qingqing needed iron ore was like a huge explosion, shattering her thoughts.

She couldn't believe her ears, let alone the authenticity of the news.

"Okay." Xiao Yuheng's voice sounded in a light tone.

His expression was still calm, as if nothing had happened, except for the smile that flashed in his eyes as he looked at Xu Qingqing.

But at this moment, this gentle "yes" was no less than a thunderclap to He Anran.

"What?!!!" she couldn't help but ask loudly, as if she couldn't believe her ears.

She only felt that her heartbeat was like a crazy drumbeat, beating wildly in her chest, as if transmitting the shock to every cell in her body.

Do these two people know what they are talking about? This is a matter that could cost you your life! Why are they talking so calmly and confidently? !

Ignoring He Anran's shock at the moment, Xu Qingqing was very happy.

"Thank you, Xiao Yuheng, these iron ores are very important to me."

"It's about what I'm researching right now. I call that thing cement. If it works, it will greatly improve our living conditions. Its durability and stability will make buildings safer!"

"If cement had been used, the heavy rain like that day would not have caused any damage to the brick kiln at all."

"I can even use it to make the ground smooth, without any mud!"

"So, cement is very important to me and Xiaoyao Sect now. I must research it!"

"Thank you so much, Xiao Yuheng."

Xu Qingqing said this seriously, but for Xiao Yuheng, the only good thing he heard was the three words "Xiao Yuheng".

I only heard his voice slightly raised: "Is there anything wrong, Brother Yuheng, is everything ok, Xiao Yuheng?"

Xu Qingqing's expression suddenly became indescribable, and she looked at Xiao Yuheng with a very strange look.

"you……"

"Me?" Xiao Yuheng looked at her strange expression. For some reason, his heart skipped a beat and he felt an inexplicable ominous premonition.

Sure enough, the next second Xu Qingchun dealt him a heavy blow.

Xu Qingqing looked him up and down with a strange look in her eyes, then slowly reached out and hugged him.

The voice was clear and crisp: "Are you a pedophile?"

Xiao Yuheng: ???

He Anran:!!!

The calm expression that Xiao Yuheng maintained at all times was broken at this moment, and he only felt a loud explosion like thunder in his ears.