Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Xiaoyu stood in the middle of the courtyard. "You two, first clean up all the stains on the walls inside and outside the house, then paint them white. Don't leave out the toilet either, make sure they're spotless."

The two craftsmen nodded and went back to work. One of them was painting the wall. "What are these white walls?"

Another craftsman shook his head and said: "I have never seen it before. Let's get to work. The master will tell us later."

Yuyu watched from the side, her eyes sparkling with excitement: "Mom, it will look better if it is painted white. This house will feel new." As she spoke, she helped the craftsmen pass the tools.

Li Hao was helping to move the whitewash on the other side: "Yes, yes, yes, this is how it looks like a house."

Seeing this busy scene, Cheng Chumo smiled and said, "Aunt, once this house is renovated, it will be a nice place to live in in the future."

"That's right, this house is comfortable to live in and everyone is happy." Xiaoyu responded with a smile.

The craftsmen began to work, waving their brushes rhythmically on the wall, and white lime gradually covered the originally mottled wall surface: "It is really different from the houses I have seen before."

White powder floated in the air, carrying a unique smell.

In the toilet, the craftsmen also carefully painted it, not leaving out any corner. The dark and damp place gradually became white. "Yes, yes, yes, I also feel that it is not on the same level."

The carpenter also started to get busy: "Let's make three big round tables. They said that if there are too many people, it will be more lively when dining at a big round table." The carpenter muttered to himself as he selected the right wood.

His craftsmanship is superb. With saws and planes in his hands, pieces of wood are transformed into smooth tabletops and legs. "Huh, it's almost done."

Yuyu watched curiously from the side and asked from time to time: "That's amazing! Have you seen this kind of table before?"

The carpenter smiled and replied, "Girl, carpentry requires skill. The mortise and tenon joints must be used properly so that the table will be strong."

"I've never seen this kind of table before, but carpentry is pretty much the same."

Next, the stools were also being made. One by one, the wooden stools gradually took shape. The carpenter patted the stools and said, "They are quite solid."

At the same time, the work of installing faucets was also underway. Since there were no modern metal water pipes, long bamboos had to be used instead.

Li Hao and the craftsmen sawed the bamboo into appropriate lengths and then connected them together: "Yes, yes, just like this, one section at a time."

The faucet is carefully crafted from wood.

Craftsmen drilled small holes in the wood and cleverly designed them so that water could flow out of the holes. Although not as sophisticated as modern faucets, they are also unique.

"Everyone, be careful. The cement hasn't dried yet. Don't step on it." Xiaoyu reminded loudly.

The paved cement floor still has a moist luster. If you step on it carelessly, it will leave ugly footprints and even destroy the solidification of the cement.

Yu Yu held her own hand and carefully walked around the cement floor: "Yu Yu, we can't damage this floor, otherwise the craftsmen will have to start over." Yu Yu nodded sensibly again.

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao were not idle either. They helped to carry bamboo and wood, and beads of sweat appeared on their foreheads.

"This job is really not easy." Qin Huaidao said with a smile.

"But seeing this house change little by little, I feel a sense of accomplishment." Cheng Chumo responded.

As time went by, the whitewash on the walls was almost finished, and in the sunlight, the white walls shone brightly.

The toilet is also brand new, without the previous odor and mess.

Three round tables and matching stools have also been completed and placed in the yard, exuding the fragrance of wood.

"Come and try this faucet," the craftsman called out.

Everyone gathered around and saw the wooden faucet turned on. Water flowed out of the bamboo pipe and into the newly built pool in the yard.

The sound of flowing water

The clear water sparkled in the sunlight, and splashes of water flew onto Xiaoyu's face. "Thanks for all your hard work. This house is really nice now."

Yuyu played and laughed beside the newly whitewashed wall, their laughter echoing in the house: "Freshly baked house~"

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao sat at the newly built round table. Cheng Chumo looked at the table and said, "It's very convenient to pick up food this way."

Xiaoyu suddenly said, "Yes, yes, we have to go to Zuixianlou to see if anyone has stepped on the cement."

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao exchanged a glance and immediately stood up and rushed to Zuixianlou: "There's no one watching over there. If someone steps on it, it will be troublesome."

When they arrived at Zuixianlou, the two men scanned the wet cement on the ground like vigilant guards.

Qin Huaidao frowned and saw several small footprints. "It must be some naughty little kid who accidentally stepped on it." He shook his head helplessly.

Cheng Chumo walked towards the people passing by Zuixianlou and said, "Everyone, please pay attention. The cement isn't dry yet. If you step on it and damage it, you'll have to redo it, and all your previous efforts will be wasted."

The people nodded and walked more carefully around the cement area.

The two of them patrolled around Zuixianlou again and again, not missing any corner.

Qin Huaidao pointed to a spot and said, "Chu Mo, look over there. There seems to be a piece of wood that can be placed on the cement to make a temporary bridge. This way, people won't step on it easily when they walk."

Cheng Chumo thought this was a good idea, and the two of them found a suitable wooden board and placed it on the cement to make it easier for people to pass.

At this time, Yuyu and her family also returned to Zuixianlou. Xiaoyu looked at the wet cement on the floor of Zuixianlou and frowned slightly: "This cement must be taken good care of. Zuixianlou has diners and people coming and going. If the ground is uneven, it will be troublesome."

Cheng Chumo smiled and continued, "Don't worry, we've already told everyone here to be careful and not step on the wet cement."

Yuyu pointed at the wooden bridge and said, "Mom, look"

Xiaoyu looked in the direction of Yuyu's finger and said, "You guys are so thoughtful. This wooden bridge is well placed. It allows people to pass safely while protecting the newly laid cement. Renovating Zuixianlou is not easy. Every detail needs to be carefully considered."

As she spoke, she walked towards the wooden bridge, stepped on it lightly to test it out, and found it very stable. She then gave Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao an approving look and said, "Come over here on the wooden bridge. It's time for dinner."

Li Hao also nodded and said, "Yes, mother, Brother Chu Mo and Brother Huai Dao are very smart. They saw that the cement was easily damaged by being stepped on, so they quickly found wooden planks to build this bridge. Now it is convenient and safe for everyone to walk here, and the cement can also dry safely."

Yuyu also echoed: "Okay, stop talking, let's go eat first."

A bunch of people eating and eating another day~