The Crown Princess is busy fishing

Xiao Yunqing then turned his gaze away and said with a serious expression, "Master Zeng, the problem has now been solved. I hope you can fix these ships as soon as possible."

"I'll give you another month. By then, I want to see these ships launched and sailing without any problems."

The ship owner's expression hardened, and he solemnly cupped his hands and said, "Sir, please rest assured, I will do my best to fulfill my mission."

He then instructed, "During this period, you must personally supervise every step to ensure that the hull modification is precise and error-free."

"This matter is of great importance and must not be taken lightly. If there is any further mishap, I will hold you accountable."

After giving his instructions, Xiao Yunqing stepped off the deck and looked at Lu Ziheng.

With a slight smile in her eyes, she reminded him, "Cousin, Aunt sent word that you must return before the New Year, or she will have me send someone to kidnap you and take you back."

Upon hearing this, Lu Ziheng's expression changed, and he said with a mournful face, "Yun Qing, you can't just stand by and watch me die! You know, if I go back, I'll definitely be set up on blind dates."

"There's nothing I can do about it. My aunt has already spoken up. Cousin, you should think about how to reply and get through this difficult time!"

Xiao Yunqing, seemingly unconcerned, spoke with a hint of amusement in her voice.

I could tell my cousin was gloating.

Lu Ziheng immediately said angrily, "Yun Qing, you've gone too far. We're in the same boat, you can't just hide away and watch me make a fool of myself."

Seeing that he was getting anxious, Xiao Yunqing stopped smiling and said, "Alright, I will tell your aunt so that you can stay a little longer."

"However, you'd better write a letter back to your aunt and tell her about your situation and plans, so that they can rest assured."

Lu Ziheng was relieved and said happily, "That's great, Yunqing. I knew you wouldn't leave me to die. Don't worry! I'll write to Mother and the others as soon as I get back."

At this moment, Mo Nan whispered in Xiao Yunqing's ear, "Your Highness, this Miss Lin may seem frail, but she is so knowledgeable about warships. She is truly an extraordinary woman."

"With her help, future improvements to the warships will certainly be greatly benefited."

"But she seems to have made up her mind and is unwilling to participate in the construction of the warships. Does Your Highness have any good ideas?"

Xiao Yunqing frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "This matter cannot be forced. Let's first see if Master Zeng can repair the warship as Miss Lin said."

"If this proves to be very effective, we can discuss it with Miss Lin at another time."

Mo Nan nodded and said nothing more.

"Let's go! Let's go back to South Sea City first."

After saying goodbye to Lu Ziheng and the others, Xiao Yunqing turned and left with Mo Nan.

Lin Yuge breathed a sigh of relief after he left; that man was too intimidating.

Just now, under Xiao Yunqing's gaze, she felt as if she had been seen through.

Every subtle expression and thought is revealed.

Putting aside his thoughts, he quickly went to find the ship owner, Zeng. "Sir, I'm here to buy a ship. Could you please take a look at this ship for me?"

The group arrived at the fishing boat they had chosen.

Because Lin Yuge had helped him a great deal, the ship owner, Zeng, insisted on refusing to accept money.

He waved his hands repeatedly and said, "Miss Lin, you have given us a lot of guidance on this warship today, which has solved our urgent problem. We absolutely cannot accept your money for this ship."

Lin Yuge quickly declined with a smile, "Master, this is unacceptable. One thing at a time, paying for a ship is a matter of course. I won't feel at ease if you don't accept the money!"

The ship owner shook his head again and said, "Miss Lin, please don't mention this matter again. Just sail away."

Their attitude was very firm.

Seeing his attitude, Lin Yuge pondered for a moment and could only say, "I cannot refuse the ship owner's hospitality, so I will only pay the cost price and consider it as getting to know the ship owner as a friend."

"In addition, I also need some fishing gear, fishing nets, tung oil, hemp rope, and other items. I wonder if the ship owner has any here?"

Upon hearing this, the ship owner immediately nodded and said, "Yes, yes, yes, I will have someone prepare whatever the young lady needs right away."

Before long, the owner of the ship ordered his men to prepare everything and load it onto the fishing boat.

Lin Yuge paid for the cost of the fishing boat and the items.

After thanking the ship owner Zeng again, the group sailed away from the dock in their newly purchased boat.

After sailing for a while, the boat was moored at the mouth of the bay.

After disembarking, Lin Yuge said, "Brother Lu, we've already taken up a lot of your time. My brother and I already know how to get to where we're going, so we won't trouble you any further."

Lu Ziheng had been feeling uneasy ever since he heard Xiao Yunqing's words.

Hearing her say this, he immediately nodded and said apologetically, "Qingzhou, you and Lin Xiaomei should be careful. I have to go back first and write a letter home, otherwise things could get really bad!"

"Go quickly!" Lin Qingzhou nodded in agreement.

He then hurriedly left with Uncle Qian.

After watching the two leave, Lin Yuge followed Lin Qingzhou to a blacksmith shop recommended by Uncle Qian.

As soon as you step into the blacksmith's shop, the intense heat hits you, and the flames in the furnace are burning fiercely.

The blacksmiths were intently hammering away at the red-hot iron blocks, the crisp clanging sounds echoing throughout the room.

Lin Yuge and Lin Qingzhou looked around. Various finished ironware products were neatly arranged, exuding a heavy and solid aura.

Lin Yuge stepped forward and said to an old master craftsman with a weathered face but a resolute look in his eyes, "Master, we urgently need some high-quality iron nails, the kind that can withstand long-term seawater erosion."

The old craftsman stopped his work, nodded slightly, and said, "Don't worry, young lady, we have good quality nails right here. You're using them on a ship, right? Do you also need iron hooks and chains?"

Lin Yuge thought for a moment, calculated the remaining silver in her pocket, and reluctantly declined, saying, "That's not urgent, I'll buy it later when I need it."

Then she added, "Master, we also have some special tools that need to be customized."

She took out three carefully drawn blueprints.

Each drawing details a shipbuilding tool that she improved upon using modern machinery.

The old craftsman saw the tools in the drawing clearly and snatched the drawing away.

After studying it carefully for a while, he finally looked up at Lin Yuge and said excitedly, "Miss, did you draw this picture?"

Lin Yuge nodded slightly and said, "That's right. Master, do you think the metal parts for these tools can be forged?"

The master craftsman's eyes gleamed with excitement as he repeatedly exclaimed, "It's feasible, absolutely feasible! I've never seen such an ingenious design for the tools on these blueprints before!"

"There are some aspects of its structure that I still have some questions about, and I hope you can enlighten me, young lady."

Lin Yuge patiently explained the function and principle of each component on the blueprints to the master craftsman.

The experienced craftsman nodded frequently, occasionally expressing his admiration.

After Lin Yuge finished explaining, the old craftsman solemnly said, "Don't worry, young lady, I will do my best to create these tools."

"It may take a while, so please be patient, young lady."

Lin Yuge smiled and said, "Thank you for your trouble, Master. As long as these tools can be made, I am willing to wait as long as it takes."

After that, she negotiated the price with the master craftsman, paid the deposit, and confirmed the delivery time.

Then he and Lin Qingzhou left the blacksmith shop.

"Ugh! This is so hard for me!"

As soon as Lin Yuge left the blacksmith shop, her face turned sorrowful, and she sighed heavily, looking up at him.

Seeing her like this, Lin Qingzhou immediately became anxious, "Little sister, has something happened?"