The Leisurely Life of a Peasant Woman in the Tang Dynasty

Tang Youyou felt her eyelids twitching early in the morning, and an ominous premonition enveloped her.

She strolled near the school to see how the recruitment notice was received, but unexpectedly ran into the sneaky Miss Wang.

Miss Wang was talking to a few young people in a vivid and lively manner, with saliva flying everywhere.

Tang Youyou pricked up his ears and listened. Oh my god, isn't this obviously spreading rumors?

Things like "Working in the workshop is hard and tiring, it's worse than farming", "Tang Youyou just wants to trick you into working like her slaves", Tang Youyou's fists were stiffened after hearing this.

Want to fuck me?

no way!

Tang Youyou is not a vegetarian.

She did not rush up to confront Miss Wang directly, but turned back to the workshop with a mysterious smile on her lips.

Head-on confrontation?

That's so boring. If I want to play, I'll play big!

Back at the workshop, Tang Youyou gathered Master Liu and several core craftsmen and announced mysteriously: "Tomorrow, we're going to do something big!"

So, a simple notice quietly appeared on the school bulletin board: Tomorrow at noon, there will be a workshop results exhibition, see you there.

There are no fancy words, no tempting promises, and even nothing to show. Just a few simple words, but they reveal an inexplicable attraction.

Tang Youyou did not publicize it or invite anyone, but just let the news ferment naturally.

She believed that curiosity would spread like weeds and eventually explode.

On the day of the exhibition, the sun was shining brightly, but the entrance of the school was deserted.

Tang Youyou stood at the door of the workshop, looking at the sparse figures, and couldn't help but feel a little nervous: Did he get out of control?

At this time, Master Liu whispered in her ear: "Boss, don't be impatient, the fun... has just begun."

The sun was rising higher and higher, making people's scalps numb.

Tang Youyou thought to herself: This generation of young people is no good, their curiosity is so weak?

Is this really going to go wrong?

But he still maintained a calm smile on his face, as if everything was under his control.

Just when she was about to give up, a figure moved in the crowd.

Fu Wenyuan, the young man who had been listless before, now had his eyes sparkling as he circled around an exquisite wood carving as if he had discovered a new world.

He would touch it from time to time and exclaim in amazement: "Wonderful, wonderful! The carving, the details, are simply amazing!"

"What's so good about this thing? It would be better to go home and cultivate two more acres of land." A young man next to him curled his lips in disdain.

When Fu Wenyuan heard this, he immediately became unhappy: "What do you know? This is called art! Do you understand art? Look at this phoenix, it's lifelike, just like the real one, so beautiful!" He became more and more excited as he spoke, and his saliva almost sprayed into the phoenix's eyes.

"I'm telling you, if we take this thing to the city and sell it, it's going to be worth a fortune!"

He talked incessantly to the young people around him about the unique features of each handicraft, from wood carving to ceramics, from embroidery to weaving, and he knew them all like the back of his hand.

He looked so excited, as if these handicrafts were made by him himself.

The amazing thing is that after his "recommendation", the young people who originally had no interest actually started to watch, discussing with each other, and the originally deserted venue gradually became lively.

Tang Youyou looked at this scene and was secretly happy in her heart: It's done!

This guy is a sales genius!

It seems that this generation of young people is not incapable, they just need a "fuse".

At this moment, Master Liu, who had been standing behind the crowd and observing silently, came over to Tang Youyou and smiled mysteriously: "Boss, guess who's here?"

Tang Youyou followed his gaze and saw a familiar figure slowly approaching...

Tang Youyou followed Master Liu's gaze and almost vomited blood.

The person who came was none other than her stubborn brother Tang!

This old man is well-known as an "old-fashioned" person in the family, and he can't stand Tang Youyou's "newfangled gadgets" the most.

Tang Youyou’s inner OS: It’s over, Barbie Q is gone!

It's bound to be bad news when this old man comes!

As soon as Brother Tang appeared, the originally lively scene instantly became cold.

The young people were like those whose acupoints had been pressed, and they were all silent as a mouse in fear.

Brother Tang looked around, his eyes full of disdain: "What's the point of doing all these fancy things? It's better to go home and farm!" As soon as he said this, several young people who were eager to try immediately shrank back, as if they were afraid that he would catch them.

Fu Wenyuan was anxious. The enthusiasm that he had finally ignited was about to be extinguished!

He stiffened his neck and retorted, "Brother Tang, this isn't some fancy thing! This is art! Do you understand art?" Brother Tang glanced at him and said, "Art? Can you make a living from it?"

When Tang Youyou saw this situation, she quickly came out to smooth things over.

She walked up to Brother Tang with a smile and took his arm: "Brother, you're here! I was just about to introduce my new project to you!" As she spoke, she winked at Brother Tang calmly.

Although Brother Tang was harsh in his words, he still had some affection for his sister, so he didn't say anything else and just snorted.

Tang Youyou took the opportunity to tell the young people the story behind the workshop and the significance of cultural heritage.

She spoke vividly and emotionally, as if bringing everyone back to that era full of craftsmanship.

She talked about the veteran craftsmen's persistent pursuit of skills, the hard work and sweat behind each exquisite handicraft, and how traditional culture has been passed down through the changing times...

The young people listened attentively. They used to be dismissive of these "old things", but now their eyes were full of admiration and yearning.

"I'm willing to learn!" Fu Wenyuan was the first to express his opinion, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

With him taking the lead, other young people responded one after another, expressing their willingness to learn more, and some even wanted to become his apprentices on the spot.

When Brother Tang saw this scene, although he didn't say anything, his frown relaxed a lot, and a hint of imperceptible approval flashed in his eyes.

Tang Youyou secretly breathed a sigh of relief, finally the situation was stabilized!

At this moment, Miss Wang walked over with a meaningful smile on her face: "Boss Tang, what a trick!" She clapped her hands lightly, but her eyes fell on Brother Tang behind Tang Youyou...

Miss Wang's seemingly complimenting words actually made Tang Youyou feel a chill on her back, which was more effective than Brother Tang's cold water.

Tang Youyou thought to herself: Here she comes, she's here!

This woman is hotter than the dog days of summer and more annoying than mosquitoes in autumn!

But a smile spread across her face, sweeter than sugar: "No, no, Miss Wang, you're too kind. It's all for the sake of promoting traditional culture!"

Miss Wang covered her mouth with her hands and chuckled. The laughter sounded like a villain in a TV drama who was about to use powerful means: "Boss Tang is really a noble person! However, enthusiasm alone is not enough. These days, who would be willing to learn these old and outdated things without some real money?" As she spoke, she took out a silver ingot from her sleeve and tossed it between her fingertips. The silver flashed with white light, making people feel itchy.

"How about this? I'll pay you ten taels of silver a month! As long as these young men are willing to come with me and learn the latest business methods, I guarantee you'll have a better future than here!"

Ten taels of silver!

In the Tang Dynasty, this was not a small amount!

Many people present were moved, their eyes filled with struggle.

Fu Wenyuan gritted his teeth. Although he didn't agree with Miss Wang's behavior, the temptation was too great. His family was not well off, and this money was a timely help to him.

Tang Youyou secretly felt that something was wrong. This Miss Wang really grasped the key!

She was just thinking about how to respond when Brother Tang suddenly spoke up: "Miss Wang, what do you mean? Are you trying to poach people from my Tang family?"

Miss Wang was unyielding. "Brother Tang, you're wrong. I'm just offering a young man a better opportunity. This is a voluntary agreement." She raised the price again, "Fifteen taels! How's that?"

Wow, this is a direct open bidding!

Tang Youyou thought to herself: It's great to be rich!

I……

Wait, I seem to be quite rich too?

Tang Youyou's eyes rolled and a plan came to mind.

She cleared her throat and said loudly, "Miss Wang is truly wealthy and generous! However, I, Tang Youyou, am not someone to be trifled with! How about this, as long as you're willing to stay and learn traditional skills, I will not only provide food and lodging, but also twenty taels of silver per month! Furthermore, after you finish your studies, you can directly work in my workshop, and the monthly salary will be calculated separately!"

Everyone gasped, twenty taels!

This is too generous!

Miss Wang's face changed. She obviously didn't expect Tang Youyou to do this.

She gritted her teeth and said, "Twenty-five taels!"

"Thirty taels!" Tang Youyou followed without hesitation.

"Thirty-five taels!"

"Forty taels!"

The price soared, and the onlookers were stunned.

Brother Tang stared at Tang Youyou in amazement. When did this prodigal girl become so rich?

Master Zhuang stroked his beard, and a hint of relief flashed in his eyes: This child is a promising talent!

In the end, Miss Wang was defeated. She glared at Tang Youyou fiercely and left with a flick of her sleeves.

Tang Youyou put her hands on her hips and laughed triumphantly: "You are not qualified to fight with me!" She turned and looked at the young people, her eyes full of encouragement: "How about it? Who wants to leave now?" The young people were like chicken blood, shouting in unison: "We stay!" Fu Wenyuan was so excited that his eyes were filled with tears. He didn't expect that he would have the opportunity to learn real skills and get such a high monthly salary. This is simply a dream come true!

Tang Youyou looked at the group of energetic young people in front of her, her heart filled with hope. She knew that the inheritance of traditional culture finally saw hope!