Daily life of noble ladies of the Three Kingdoms

Not long after Si Qi returned to the palace, Liu Yun also rushed back early. Seeing that her daughter was all right, and still thinking about mixing green tea and scented tea, and putting chopped grapes on it to make tea, she couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. .

Si Qi was also very surprised when he saw Liu Yun: "Is the banquet already over now? Father came so early?"

Liu Yundao: "Bai was worried about you, so he announced to Cao in advance that he came back from vacation."

Speaking of "worry", Si Qi hurriedly told Liu Yun and Zhen Shu not to mention this matter at home again. After all, Mrs. Zhang is too old to stand these things, which makes the old lady angry. It's a big deal.

Because Ma Chao mentioned the lanterns today, Si Qi couldn't help but think of the lights all over the city when he celebrated his birthday in Chengping.

After dinner, Si Qi planned to go for a walk in the street, just in time to have a look at the night view of Yecheng.

Zhang said worriedly to Si Qi: "Don't go out in a hurry, and bring a few more people to follow you so you can rest assured."

Those who just came to Yecheng and are not familiar with the place of life may have kidnappers, so it is best not to be sold out.

Si Qi said hello.

And when she finished changing, Zhen Shu had already made preparations.

Si Qi remembered that in Chengping City that day, the person who accompanied him to watch the lamp was Cao Zhi, but now it was Zhen Shu.

They are all rare good-looking and talented young men.

Seeing that Si Qi was in a daze, Zhen Shu couldn't help asking, "What is Lord Weng thinking?"

Si Qi said: "It's nothing, I just remembered some things that happened in the past."

Not long after going out, Siqi met Zhou Buyi who was also out shopping.

Zhou Buyi saw Si Qi from a distance and came over to say hello to her.

Zhen Shu turned his head and glanced at Zhou Buyi. Although this person was ordinary, it was said that he was a child prodigy that even Cao Cao would look up to.

Judging by the way he greeted him, it seemed that he had known the lord before, so he shouldn't be a problem person.

Zhen Shu stepped back silently.

Zhou Buyi still remembered what happened at the banquet, and stepped forward to ask Siqi how he was.

Si Qi smiled and said, "It's safe now, thank you for your concern."

Zhou Buyi said: "That's good. Ziwen (Cao Zhang's word) has been nagging for the past two days, saying that he wants someone to put Dong Sheng's head on and drag him out to beat him."

Si Qi said helplessly: "Please tell him something for me, this kind of person will be reaped in the future, don't let him touch my hands, it will make Sikong angry, I'm afraid his mother and elder brother will save him." Not him."

Seeing that Si Qi brought up this matter very calmly, Zhou Buyi couldn't help but asked: "Isn't Lord Weng not angry?"

"Naturally, I was also angry." Si Qi said, "It's just that on that day, I had already vented my anger, so I can't keep this anger in my heart all the time, can I?"

Since transmigrating into this world, she has tried her best to stay awake, and naturally she doesn't want to get angry that would affect her judgment and her way forward.

Dong Sheng's performance is not an isolated case, but the true thoughts of many people in this year. It's just that Dong Sheng is reckless, too urgent, and it's just revealed on occasions that shouldn't be revealed.

Si Qi doesn't like this era when women are regarded as distributable resources, so she has to work hard, grow up faster, and find a way to change the world through her own efforts.

I don't know if it's an illusion, but Si Qi always feels that Zhou Buyi's mention of these things is not casual chatting, he has been secretly observing her, testing her, eager to get to know her more in a short time.

Thinking of this, Si Qi said: "I will probably go back to Chengping at the end of this month. If you are willing to go with me, I will find someone to come and inform you in advance."

Now that Ma Chao has informed him of this matter, she must take action as soon as possible.

Zhou Buyi readily agreed: "I'm going, I have to trouble the Lord to ask someone to let me know two days in advance."

So that he could bid farewell to Cao Chong earlier and pack his luggage by the way.

Although Siqi and Liu Yun tried their best to conceal it, Mrs. Zhang heard about Dong Sheng's proposal to marry Siqi during the visit.

Zhang was so angry that he scolded Dong Sheng bloody, and then turned to find Si Qi bad luck.

Ah Ying, you are a little lady, you are not gentle and quiet at all, how will you marry in the future?Who else would dare to marry you?

Won't you wait for your father to show you off?What's the rush for a girl?

Si Qi was helpless, if she had only pointed at her father that day, maybe the Zhang family would already have a grandson-in-law named Dong Sheng.

But after all, this is Liu Yun's old mother, Si Qi decided to save Liu Yun a little face.

"Got it, grandma."

Next time... definitely not to change.

Liu Yun had a lot of things to do, and Cao Cao didn't let him go. Si Qi made up his mind early in the morning to go there by himself.

If it weren't for the critical situation this time, Si Qi really wanted to take his grandmother to see the scenery in Chengping City.

It's just that the situation is not optimistic this time, it's better to keep her in Yecheng.

Mrs. Zhang became more and more worried about her granddaughter, and kept nagging her before Siqi left, telling her to come back early after finishing her work, and she had to make arrangements for her granddaughter's marriage.

Hua Tuo is still staying in Xuchang and has not followed Yecheng.

Before leaving, Si Qi sent someone to write a letter to Hua Tuo, if you are free in the near future, please make sure to go back to Chengping.

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Returning to Chengping this time, Siqi lost the leisurely mood of the previous few times.

After a short lunch break, Si Qi first went to the military academy that Chen Xing had just built for acceptance.

Although there has been an idiom "talking about soldiers on paper" since ancient times, it is said that during the Warring States Period, Zhao Kuo, the son of Zhao She, the famous general of the State of Zhao, had no actual combat experience and did not know how to lead his troops. s story.

But considering the 5000-year history, Si Qi still thinks that there is no harm in reading more military books, especially for these soldiers who have not undergone systematic training. Think of a possible solution.

Those who can only talk on paper are still masters who have not done their reading, and they have not fully mastered it.

Leading troops into battle and killing the enemy is by no means a trivial matter. Among other things, at least one must read "36 Strategies" thoroughly first.

After visiting the military school, Si Qi turned his head and said to Zhen Shu, who had been following him all the time: "From tomorrow on, you don't have to accompany me anymore. Now the school is short of people, and there is no decent teacher. You have been knowledgeable since childhood, and you have read a lot. Book of war, I need to ask you more about teaching those soldiers."

Zhen Shu frowned and said, "When I left Yecheng, I promised King Li that I would protect the lord well..."

Si Qi sighed softly, and said, "If you protect this city, you are protecting me."

Seeing that Si Qi has been reading Wuhuan's information recently, Zhen Shu knew that the situation in the city might not be good, so he couldn't help worrying about her: "Now...it's very dangerous, isn't it?"

Si Qi nodded slightly.

"Okay, I'll go." Zhen Shu said, "But Chu Bai must stay by your side to protect you."

Si Qi smiled and said, "Okay, the two of us will be inseparable."

Zhou Buyi did not miss the appointment, and followed Siqi all the way westward to Chengping.

After settling Zhen Shu, Si Qi asked where Zhou Buyi had gone.

Chang Shi said, Zhou Buyi went to Zhou Ke's place after arriving in the city, and he should still be there to catch up on the old days.

Si Qi went to Zhou Ke's residence and found that Zhou Buyi was indeed here.

The two of them had just eaten the evening meal and were discussing something enthusiastically. When they saw Si Qi, they both stopped talking and came to say hello to her.

Si Qi said "There is no need to be too polite", and sat down with the two of them.

Zhou Ke told Si Qi that he also has a younger brother, Zhou He, who is about the same age as Zhou Buyi. I think it's a partial talent, and I can't be an official or general, so I don't pay much attention to it.

Zhou He is now 15 years old, and there is no way to go on like this, so he wrote a letter, thinking of defecting to Zhou Ke.

If there are new talents who are willing to throw themselves into their arms, Siqi will naturally welcome them.

Seeing that it was getting late, Zhou Ke said to Zhou Bu doubt: "I still have something to talk to the lord, you have come all the way, you can rest in your room first, we will talk again when you are free."

After Zhou Buyi left, Zhou Ke talked to Si Qi about serious matters.

He also made two of the catapults used by Cao Jun. Because he has not seen the drawings of the other party, the finished products will inevitably be different, but the effect must not be bad.

A few days ago, when he was free, he made some improvements to Si Qi's sleeve arrow, and the power was only more powerful than before. He hoped that the king would always take it with him to protect his own safety.

Si Qi took the sleeve arrow and said "Thank you" with a smile.

Speaking of sleeve arrows, Siqi remembered that in the past, the Mongolian cavalry pacified the Eurasian continent, and they also made a fuss about horses and bow weapons. It is said that the Mongolian army at that time had a very powerful crossbow called a hyperbolic compound bow. It is so huge that it is invincible to manpower, and it can even penetrate armor.

Thinking of this, Si Qi told Zhou Ke: "The horse needs to be put in some effort. You can't just wear armor on the body and ignore the horse. Also, after the principle and device of this trebuchet can be improved, It can also be applied to bows and crossbows to make a more powerful device for throwing bows and arrows, and the penetration power is not comparable to that of human power."

Zhou Ke's eyes lit up, as if he had already thought of something: "Thank you, Master, for your guidance."

Si Qi said: "This time there is a change in Wuhuan in the north, Chengping also needs to make complete preparations, and I have to work hard for you to get all these things ready as soon as possible."

Zhou Ke replied "Yes", and said again: "I heard that you asked Chen Taishou to prepare a lot of saltpeter, charcoal and sulfur. Is it also for making weapons?"

Gunpowder is already considered an advanced weapon in today's era, and when combined with artillery, gunpowder and fire mines, they are all quite lethal.

The reason why Si Qi only asked Chen Xing to prepare the materials but did not implement them was because gunpowder was too dangerous and difficult to preserve, and production and storage might be accompanied by certain dangers.

But as far as the current situation is concerned, it seems that it can no longer wait any longer.

Si Qi said: "These things can indeed be made into a very powerful weapon. Governor Chen is good at knowing people. Tomorrow, after you and him have selected the craftsmen, you will sign a certificate of life and death with them on the spot. You are absolutely not allowed to reveal the secrets of the production. It is not allowed to take it out secretly, and all open flames and dust are prohibited during the manufacturing process."

Zhou Ke solemnly agreed.

Perhaps because of being too tired, Si Qi returned to his residence from Zhou Ke, fell asleep and fell asleep.

According to Chen Xing's arrangement, Si Qi got up early in the morning, and after a hasty meal, he went to the Western Suburb Camp to inspect the troops, accompanied by everyone.

At this time, Cheng Pingjun and the Cheng Pingjun that Si Qi saw when he was eight years old were completely different, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that they are worlds apart.

It really is not what it used to be.

Having money is good.

The Huo family has been engaged in martial arts for generations, but they had a very unpleasant quarrel with the previous county guard. They have been neglected all these years and cannot be reused. Now they are promoted after being discovered by Chen Xing.

In today's Chengping army, apart from Huo Qiulan, whom Chen Xing is particularly optimistic about, there are actually other sons of the Huo family.

Not long after Si Qi arrived at the camp, Huo Qiulan saw Huo Qiulan coming towards her on horseback after finishing the drill.

Huo Qiulan's facial features are obviously not particularly stunning, but Si Qi feels that there is an unforgettable sense of beauty, and that beautiful figure galloping rapidly under the morning light is so beautiful that it hits her heart.

This inspection lasted nearly an hour.

After the review, the captain and Sima continued to stay for training, while Chen Xing accompanied Si Qi back home.

As soon as he got out of Xi Daying, Chen Xing excitedly asked Si Qi: "What do you think, the lord?"

"It's really good." Si Qi affirmed, "Jun Chen has worked hard these days."

It really exceeded her expectations too much.

Chen Xing said sincerely: "Don't dare to be, it's because of your good leadership."

What he said was really not a flattery to please the king.

The policy of recruiting talents put forward by the king earlier worked very well. Among the people recruited were literati and warriors, and now there are only people in the city who have been called back to work by relatives and friends, and they have not moved their families to other counties as before. The population of the county and the city has also ushered in a great wave of growth, slowly increasing.

The several commercial crops that the Lord ordered to plant were in short supply, and they were sold for a lot of money. Because of this, Chengping County now has business deals with many aristocratic families, and even Governor Chen also knows a lot of people.

King Li left behind several volumes of agricultural books that he had compiled. Chen Xing had already copied them and disseminated them. Those who used them said they were good. There was also a mechanism developed by Zhou Ke that could be used in the fields, which greatly increased the harvest.

Chen Xing felt that the lord was really powerful, and he could use both book compilation and mechanism skills in agriculture.

These two things, one symbolizes elegance and the other symbolizes high-end, basically have nothing to do with farmland.

But their master thought it was okay.

Think about it too, what kind of elegance and high-end are you talking about if you can’t eat enough?

Eating well is the last word!

Those recruited literati and celebrities are very poetic. They wrote poems and odes for Chengping, and there are many popular works. After their reputation gradually spread, people from many surrounding counties also made a special trip to visit, which stimulated consumption. There are also caravans Making a special trip to the city to do business has greatly increased the convenience...

Chen Xing sent Siqi to the gate of the palace, still unfinished, and wanted to talk to the king about the next construction of the palace.

At this time, Chang Shi came to report that Ma Chao, the young lord of Xiliang, had come to visit, and he had been waiting for the lord in the study for half an hour.

Chen Xing had also heard that the young master of Xiliang was not an ordinary person, so he asked Chang Shi warily, "What is he here for?"

Chang Shi didn't know either.

Si Qi counted the time, Ma Chao should have left Yecheng for Xiliang at this moment, and passed by Chengping, so he came to have a look.

She has reached an alliance with Ma Chao, so she still chooses to trust him.

Before she left Yecheng that day, she also paid a special visit to Ma Chao. He even joked with her at that time, saying that what he said was unsubstantiated, and that it should be proved by words.

Could it be that he really came here to deliver the ally agreement?

Thinking of this, Si Qi's steps couldn't help becoming brisk: "Go, let's have a look."