Treasure hunt begins in England

Chapter 309 Dinner
"I know that uranium oxide powder was used to coat watch hands and other things to facilitate night viewing, because those radioactive elements can emit light at night." Fan Meng said, looking at the pile of glowing tableware.

"But those things emit light for use in certain situations. I never knew that a daily product like glass would also be added to a radioactive element like uranium."

"In fact, before World War II, radioactive elements were widely used. In order to color a series of things such as glass and ceramics, dyes containing radioactive elements were added for dyeing."

"For example, in addition to Vaseline glass, uranium was also used in the glaze of orange-red antique tableware before 1944, known as "radioactive red", which was once a common utensil in American kitchens."

However, after the outbreak of World War II, this radioactive element was used in the development of weapons, so the production of civilian products in this area was stopped, and the factory began to switch to other things. "

"At the end of the war, cheaper dyes were found to replace this dangerous dye, and the use of uranium required onerous approval documents, so the business basically disappeared."

"In other words, these things are some precious glass products that are no longer produced?" Fan Meng asked excitedly. After all, limited edition products are often much more expensive than mass production.

"Let's put it this way. After all, industrialized mass production no longer exists, and glass products are consumables, which are difficult to preserve for a long time." Liang En nodded and said.

"But it's not right to say that it is no longer produced at all, because Germany, the United Kingdom and New Zealand still produce this kind of radioactive glass in small quantities, but mainly for creating glass art, not everyday utensils."

"That's actually not much different from stopping production." Fan Meng nodded. "By the way, how should this kind of thing be kept? Do I need a lead box or something?"

"The principle of treating uranium glass is the same as that of lead glass. There is no need to worry too much about occasional contact or even use, but from a safety point of view, food and drinks should not be stored in such containers." Liang En replied after thinking for a while. .

“Particular care should be taken not to add acidic beverages, as there is a risk of leaching the uranium. Also, no more than two hours a day should be spent cleaning uranium glass.”

"Don't worry, I just put these things in the glass cabinet as a display, and I won't use them," Fan Meng said with a smile, "After all, we are a restaurant here, so it's a good idea to display some interesting tableware .”

In this way, while searching and cleaning up, the two of them also knew that the whole attic was reluctantly cleaned up after the sun went down. Fortunately, the driver in the hotel could do the last job of throwing out the garbage.

"Thank you very much for your help to Fan Meng. If nothing else, I will offer you a toast here, Uncle Fan." Because it happened to be dinner time after cleaning up, Fan Meng's father simply cooked six dishes and one soup for Liang. En dinner.

"It's nothing, since we are young, shouldn't it be something to consider each other if we have the opportunity?" Liang En also raised his teacup as a gesture.

There were no alcoholic beverages on the table, because few people didn't drink much and everyone used tea instead of wine, but to show solemnity, the tea Fan Meng's father brewed was this year's new Longjing tea.

Soon, several people chatted about their future plans, and when they learned that Liang En would go to Huaxia to participate in an international joint scientific research operation related to the Maritime Silk Road, both Fan Meng and Uncle Fan showed envy expression.

"The land of Bamin, according to legend, our family first immigrated from that place." Uncle Fan showed emotion after knowing where Liang En was going.

The land of Bamin has always had eight mountains, one water and one field in terms of terrain, so it cannot support too many people at all. Fortunately, this place has a long coastline, so the local people have the habit of emigrating overseas since ancient times.

For example, in the Chinatowns of so many countries that Liang En has visited before, a large part of the old immigrants are from the lands of Fujian and Fujian by their ancestors.

"It's a pity that you are on official business this time, otherwise Xiaomeng can go to his hometown with you to have a look." Uncle Fan said with some regret. "We have written and contacted our hometown before, but we have not gone back to check."

"Actually, I still have a quota at my own expense." Liang En said with a smile. "If Fan Meng is willing, I can give him this spot. According to this time, there will be a lot of free time."

"For example, we can go earlier, so that we can visit your hometown first, and then take part in the joint scientific expedition together."

He didn't call him Fan Meng before because everyone was busy in the United States for a long time, so there is no need to call him Fan Meng for jobs like this that don't involve much physical labor.

Fortunately, there is still some time before my event starts, so it is not too difficult to add another person temporarily, as long as you go to the embassy tomorrow to register with your ID.

In the following time, several people happily spent the dinner time chatting and eating, and when Liang En said goodbye and left, Fan Meng's father directly sent a stack of unregistered recharge cards for the restaurant.

Obviously, Fan Meng told his father about the value of the things he found today, so this Uncle Fan gave Liang En these things.

Based on their relationship, Liang En's doing such a favor does not mean that it is definitely inappropriate for them, but since the two parties are acquaintances, it is definitely not possible to send money, so giving this kind of restaurant vouchers is naturally the best choice .

Because Fan Meng knew about the existence of Joan of Arc, in addition to these vouchers, he specially packed four dishes for him to take home and share with his companions.

"Welcome home!" After Liang En returned to the ranch and knocked on the door, the door opened. Jeanne was wearing homely clothes, with an apron around her waist, a kerchief on her head, and a rag in her hand. .

"What are you doing? Have you eaten yet?" Liang En raised the lunch box in his hand and said, "If you haven't eaten, you can eat some. These dishes have just been prepared and are still hot now." .”

"I have been tidying up the room before, and I have been too busy to do it properly. Today I just have time to tidy up all the rooms." Joan of Arc showed a smile. "It's pretty much sorted out now."

For the knights, what they have to do is not only to fight for the lord they are loyal to, pay taxes to the lord, but also take care of the life of their lord.

Although Liang En didn't have that kind of traditional rules here, Joan of Arc has always insisted on her own practices, such as doing various housework.

So in the following time, Liang En also picked up the rag and broom and quickly cleaned up the rooms. After a few minutes, the two of them finished the work, and then shared the delicacies that Liang En brought back.

"By the way, what should I bring to Huaxia this time?" During the meal, Joan asked what he needed to do next. "I think I can take advantage of these few days to pack the luggage we need."

(End of this chapter)