eurekapd Chapter 137: There is Still Something in College
Chapter 137: There is Still Something in College
Xiao Yueshan was deeply worried about Lu Jiayan's future and fate, but Kong Nanlu from Tingfeng Court was making smooth progress.
"Junior sister Xiao, since senior brother has already smelted molten iron, we can try to cast many instruments that rely only on mechanical power." She thought about it for a long time in Tingfeng Courtyard. If she wants to stay in Zhou Mansion for a long time, she must show some real skills. The chemical experiments at Shen's are not her forte, but she majored in mechanics in college and is good at drawing and drafting.
Xiao Yueshan was delighted with her change and said, "That's great. Why don't you tell me what these items are used for?"
Kong Nanlu smiled slightly, picked up the blueprint, and said, "This is the mechanical timer I drew. If it can be made, it will be a clock. However, this is still on paper for now. I still need my senior brother to help cast these parts, and then I will try to assemble them."
Xiao Yueshan took the drawings and looked at them carefully. She found that the drawings were ingeniously designed, and she couldn't help but admire Kong Nanlu a little more.
"These drawings are really exquisite. Senior sister is indeed an expert in mechanics." Xiao Yueshan praised.
Kong Nanlu smiled sincerely, "You're flattered. If I can successfully manufacture watches, it will be a big deal here. I can open a watch shop and support myself."
Xiao Yueshan also smiled: "Senior sister, don't worry. What I said before was just a passing comment. It's not easy for us to travel here. As long as you are willing to live with us, it won't be inconvenient to stay here forever. As for the clock, I will try my best to find the necessary materials and manpower. It will also be your achievement if it is completed soon."
Kong Nanlu looked at Xiao Yueshan gratefully, but she felt very complicated: "Thank you, Xiao Xuemei. To be honest, I was a little scared and confused about traveling to ancient times before, but now with your support, I feel more at ease."
Xiao Yueshan patted Kong Nanlu's shoulder gently and said, "We are just supporting each other. We will face many difficulties and challenges together in the future. If we work together, we will always find a solution."
She didn't like to talk about these things, so she changed the subject: "By the way, if the clock is made, have you thought of a name for this clock shop?"
Kong Nanlu thought for a moment and said, "Let's call it 'Time Pavilion'. What do you think?"
"'Time Pavilion', um, a very meaningful name." Xiao Yueshan nodded in agreement, "I believe this shop will be loved by everyone and make a lot of money!"
The two smiled at each other, as if their past grudges had been forgiven.
These days, Xiao Yueshan and Zhou Yao had no time to take care of her. She not only drew many blueprints, but also contacted Huaisu, the secret guard of the Shen family.
"Eunuch Huaisu, I have already stayed at the Zhou family. Although... although I failed to seduce Zhou Yao, I will gain their trust as soon as possible and steal the drawings drawn by Zhou Yao." Kong Nanlu said nervously as she looked at the man in nightgown.
"Although you are not smart, Zhou Yao is also stupid. He actually submitted all the drawings of the improved furnaces to the Ministry of Industry. It is useless for you to steal them." Huaisu's tone was cold and calm.
"Then I..." Kong Nanlu looked at his half-covered face, her face turning red and white with embarrassment.
"Madam asked me to tell you something. Just continue to seduce Zhou Yao." Huaisu said.
"But I have already drawn a new blueprint..." Kong Nanlu retorted, "Sir, can you show it to Madam?" She looked at Huaisu hopefully and hurried to get the blueprint.
Huaisu ignored her urgency and said, "No need, young lady, just do as the lady says."
After saying that, the man in black climbed over the wall and disappeared into the night. Kong Nanlu looked at the thick blueprint in her hand with bitterness. In Shen Xishuang's mind, she, a graduate student, could only seduce men. She was afraid that she was not as useful as a charming brothel girl in this field.
Kong Nanlu gritted her teeth and thought about the way Shen Xishuang treated other worthless women. Rather than being taken back by Shen Xishuang and given to some eunuchs or guards, it would be better to entrust herself to Zhou Yao, who would at least be a good match for her.
Now Xiao Yueshan doesn't seem to be so wary of her. She can also take the opportunity of casting and modifying the blueprints to show Zhou Yao more of her strength. Even if they can't fall in love at first sight, they may fall in love over time.
Princess Jin couldn't wait at the foundry in Yufeng Manor. Xiao Yueshan thought the most efficient way was standardized assembly line production. One of the biggest characteristics of ancient handicrafts was that they were uncontrollable, which ran counter to the requirements of mass production.
Yuyan brought the message that the furnace had been built, so Xiao Yueshan went to Yufeng Manor with a small entourage to start work.
She thought very clearly that the three major business segments were mold manufacturing, molten iron smelting and casting and shaping. In fact, this foundry was just a small workshop, and she could still handle the workshop production line design process.
It is nothing more than determining the production rhythm of the assembly line, organizing the synchronization of processes and the required workspace (equipment), determining the number of workers required for each link on the assembly line, and then reasonably arranging the plane layout of the assembly line production according to the requirements of casting.
She instructed Yuyan to implement her ideas one by one. Everything in Yufeng Manor was proceeding in an orderly manner. Xiao Yueshan looked at the busy scene in front of him and felt a sense of accomplishment. It seemed that her management skills were still very strong. She got the position of workshop director.
Yu Yan sent someone to report all of Xiao Yueshan's actions to the Princess of Jin.
After the production line was designed, the Princess of Jin went to the foundry in person. Looking at the well-organized scene, she said, "I was right about you. I didn't expect that you are quite capable and can actually run this foundry so well."
Xiao Yueshan replied calmly, "Princess, you are too kind. This is the result of everyone's joint efforts."
Princess Jin smiled and nodded, with a hint of appreciation in her eyes, "You did a great job. Time is of the essence, and we need to create high-quality weapons as soon as possible."
Xiao Yueshan knew the ambitions of the Jin Prince and his wife very well, "If the whole line is in operation, a thousand swords can be forged in a month."
"That's enough." She turned to Yuyan and said, "Follow what Madam Xiao said, speed up the casting and don't let the news leak out."
"Yes." Yuyan replied with a salute.
Princess Jin looked at Xiao Yueshan and said meaningfully, "Do you know why I went to so much trouble to build a foundry?"
Xiao Yueshan's heart tightened, and she lowered her head and said, "I don't know."
"Don't play dumb in front of me. I don't like dumb girls." Princess Jin sneered, "Old man Song Pu can't hold back any longer. If we don't take action, I'm afraid our status will be in jeopardy. It's better to strike first. I need a strong enough force to protect myself."
Xiao Yueshan knew in his heart that the Princess of Jin was by no means an ordinary person, and her ambitions and methods were extremely powerful.
What's even more terrifying is that this was done behind her husband's back. Without the support of Prince Jin, she was able to equip thousands of unregistered soldiers. Her strength is undoubtedly very strong.
"Don't worry, as long as you work for me wholeheartedly, I will not treat you unfairly." The Princess of Jin promised.
A man has to bow his head under the eaves. Xiao Yueshan thanked her and said, "Thank you, Princess, for your kindness!"