Rebirth is not a dream.

The biting cold wind of winter reminded Su Yue of her warm and comfortable home in her previous life. Although she was a princess now and her living environment was quite good, the warmth of the earth dragon could not completely replace the warmth of her previous life. Su Yue could not help but feel concerned for the common people. How would they survive this cold winter?

During a casual conversation, Su Yue was surprised to find that cotton was not yet popular in this era! Cotton, as an important warming material, is essential for people to resist the cold winter. However, at this moment, the people can only rely on limited resources to maintain their lives. Su Yue felt that she had a responsibility and was determined to find a source of cotton for the people to improve their living conditions.

So Su Yue decided to take action. She knew that it was difficult to complete this task alone, so she decided to seek external help. After careful consideration, she secretly contacted some trusted businessmen and explorers and revealed her plans and goals to them. These people are experienced and adventurous people who have extensive connections and resources and can provide strong support for Su Yue.

In her communication with merchants and explorers, Su Yue explained in detail the use and importance of cotton. She emphasized the urgency of cotton in solving the winter heating problem for the people and expressed her trust and expectations for them. These merchants and explorers expressed their willingness to go all out to assist Su Yue in finding the origin of cotton.

In the following days, Su Yue closely followed the progress of the merchants and explorers. They rushed around, looking for clues everywhere, not letting go of any possible opportunities. At the same time, Su Yue also actively participated in it, using her wisdom and insights to provide them with advice and guidance. Although the road ahead is full of unknowns and challenges, Su Yue firmly believes that as long as everyone works together, they will be able to find the origin of cotton and bring warmth and hope to the people.

Su Yue transferred Long Lu and Xuan Hu to the Princess's Mansion and asked them to be responsible for the guarding of the Princess's Mansion. Long Wu and Long Xi went together to contact other members of the Dragon and Tiger Cavalry.

Su Yue divided the Dragon and Tiger Cavalry into two teams, one is the Dragon Team and the other is the Tiger Team. The Tiger Team is from one to nine, namely Chuhu, Zhonghu, Chunhu, Fanghu, Xiahu, Xinghu, Xihu, Guihu and Xuanhu, with Xuanhu as the captain. The Dragon Team is from ten to eighteen, namely Longbei, Longdong, Longlu, Longji, Longwu, Longxi, Longhua, Longyu, Longxiang, with Longxiang as the captain. As for the Iron Eagle Guard, Su Yue did not think of contacting them, and everything remained in the state of ten machines.

Su Yue found Xuan Hu and asked him about his experience in the army. Xuan Hu told her that they used the supplies distributed by the court, and because they were an elite force, they were given down. Officers had silk, while ordinary soldiers could only use items such as hemp. When Su Yue asked if cotton was used, Xuan Hu said he didn't know and asked in confusion what it was. Su Yue explained that cotton is a fruit of a plant that is similar to clouds and can be used to weave cloth and provide warmth. Xuan Hu suddenly realized that he knew that this plant, called kapok, could be used to make white folded cloth.

Su Yue also thought about it uncertainly, and then said: "Maybe, do you know where to find this kind of thing?"

Xuan Hu replied, "This little guy really knows that there are some people growing cotton in Da'an and Xiliang border areas, but the quantity is not large. In Nanhai Kingdom and Baiyue, although there are people growing cotton, the cotton is for the nobles to use, and ordinary people cannot use it."

Su Yue asked again: "Then where are Nanhai and Baiyue?"

Xuan Hu explained, "They are located in the south of Da'an, near the sea. They send some here every year when they pay tribute to the court."

Su Yue then asked: "Have they ever sent seeds over?"

Xuanhu shook his head to indicate that he didn't know.

Su Yue pondered for a moment and said, "I see. Has our escort agency been to these places? Try to find some kapok seeds and bring them back."

Xuan Hu replied respectfully: "Okay, I obey your command."

Su Yue continued to instruct, "You need to handle this matter with Qiao Datong from the Qifeng Escort Agency. You must find the seeds before spring arrives."

On this day, Su Yue looked at the calendar and suddenly realized that the Chinese New Year was coming soon. So she decided to take Bijun and Yanyan out for some shopping and buy some New Year goods. Su Yue originally wanted to have the goods delivered directly to her home, but then she thought, isn't shopping fun to be done by picking and choosing in person? So she finally decided to go out for shopping.

Su Yue originally planned to go to her own shop first, but when they passed by Jinyutang, Su Yue was attracted by the exquisite jewelry in the store. She thought the jewelry was very good, so she decided to pick some here. Although Su Yue has traveled to this time and space for more than a year, she is still not quite used to the aesthetic standards of this era. However, beautiful things often have commonalities, whether in ancient times or modern times, the pursuit of beauty is the same. And women are naturally unable to resist beautiful things, which is the same in ancient and modern times.

In Jinyutang, Su Yue saw a gold hairpin and was deeply attracted by it at first sight. This gold hairpin was finely crafted and uniquely designed, giving people a noble and elegant feeling. Su Yue thought that if she bought it back, she could use it as a reward for her servants, or wear it herself. The waiter saw Su Yue's love for gold jewelry and immediately took out more styles for her to choose from.

Su Yue looked at the dazzling gold ornaments in front of her and didn't know which ones to choose for a moment. At this moment, Princess Qingwu came in with her maid.

Princess Qingwu spotted Su Yue who was selecting gold jewelry at a glance, and a disdainful smile appeared on her face. She said sarcastically, "Hey, isn't this Princess Mingyue? I didn't expect you to like these tacky things."

Hearing Princess Qingwu's words, Su Yue couldn't help but frown. She muttered to herself: Is this person crazy? Why is he picking on her for no reason? So, she responded without showing any weakness: "It's almost the end of the year, Princess Qingwu, don't you plan to go back to Beiyan? Do you want to stay in Da'an and enjoy your old age?"

Princess Qingwu was angered by Su Yue's words. She widened her eyes and shouted angrily, "Princess Mingyue, please be careful with your words! Your remarks are simply ruining my reputation!"

However, at this moment, Su Yue suddenly realized that this was not the open and free 21st century of her previous life. Here, some words might cause an uproar. But since the words had already been spoken, she could only bite the bullet and continue, so she responded: "Princess, please rest assured, as long as you have a clear conscience, why are you so nervous?"

Princess Qingwu's expression turned very ugly. She stared at Su Yue fiercely and said with gritted teeth: "Don't try to get the approval of the emperor just because you are the daughter of Princess Mingzhao. You are just a bastard!"

Su Yue actually doesn't have too many feelings for Princess Ming Zhao. After all, there is not much intersection and emotional bond between them. Moreover, when many things are still unclear, Su Yue still maintains a certain degree of vigilance and reservation towards Princess Ming Zhao. However, although she herself may not care much about Princess Ming Zhao, it does not mean that others can slander her at will.

So, Su Yue responded coldly: "The princess of Beiyan is nothing more than that. Taozi, pack up the jewelry I picked, and let's go. Let's not let these insignificant people ruin our shopping mood." After that, she turned and left, completely ignoring the existence of Princess Qingwu.

Seeing Su Yue despise her, Princess Qingwu was so angry that her face turned blue. She angrily asked: "Mingyue, stop right there! You..." She tried to rush over and grab Su Yue, but was stopped by the maids beside her. Princess Qingwu's maids wanted to go forward and argue with Su Yue, but Qiu Zhu quickly stood in front of them and stopped them. Due to the disparity in strength, Princess Qingwu's maids could not compete with Qiu Zhu, and could only watch Su Yue leave, with resentment and resentment in their hearts.