Great Song

Even Zhao Xu didn't expect that several decrees issued by the "Bureau of Life and Interest" would be carried out so smoothly.In a blink of an eye, the people in Tokyo became familiar with the uses of soap and alcohol, as well as the dangers of exogenous evils entering the body, and even fewer women and children suffered postpartum spasms.Qian Yi also devoted himself to research, saying that he could find a substitute for alcohol.In the future, when this method is perfected, the birth of concubines in the harem will be much more stable.

And that "alcohol", the imperial court should also control it.If you want to brew alcohol, you need to pay another tax, and you have to pass the test of the "Interest and Interest Bureau" to confirm that it is properly prepared and the medicinal effect is valid before it can be sold in the market.In this way, it can be thought of as a considerable income.

This midwifery technique is really beneficial to the country and the people, and it does no harm at all!

But there is more than one good thing.Su Song, who supervised the water forging hammer before, finally took out a new type of armor.

Different from the usual fish scale armor and Mingguang armor, this new type of armor is hammered from large plates.It can be roughly divided into breastplate, shoulder armor, and skirt. It looks like a large pot, and it looks really ugly.Not to mention, its weight is much lighter than ordinary armor.

After knocking on the slightly thin armor, Zhao Xu couldn't help but said: "Is this armor really able to defend against arrows?"

"The new armor uses the cold forging method, which is stronger than ordinary hot forging. It cannot be entered by a crossbow from fifty steps away. Moreover, the body of the armor is curved, which can deflect many arrows, and it is even more secure." Su Song immediately replied.After producing the new type of armor, he tested it, and the effect was even better than expected.You must know that whether it is against Xixia or Liao, the most important thing is to resist riding and shooting.Armor that can't be pierced by a crossbow is enough for the battle.

Zhao Xu's eyes lit up: "What about the cost?"

"It's more than half cheaper than ordinary fish scale armor. And most of the process can be done with a hydraulic forging hammer, and the craftsman only needs to polish the rough blank. In this way, three people can make one pair in ten days!" This is what Su Song is most proud of. place.The efficiency of hydraulic forging hammers is much higher than that of manpower.Moreover, after being made into a machine, it only needs ordinary maintenance, and it can run day and night, which is simply once and for all!

"Great kindness!" Zhao Xu couldn't help beaming with joy.This new type of armor is so cheap and durable, and it's quick to make, so if it's ugly, it's ugly.In the spring of next year, the city of Qinfeng Road will be repaired, and the armor and artillery will be transported to Wang Shao together. Isn't the plan to recover Hehuang one step closer?

"Su Qing has made many outstanding achievements in the past year, and he should be rewarded!" In the past year, the military supervisor has produced two types of artillery, Shenwei and Shenwu, and developed palm mines, signal flares, not to mention water conservancy forging hammers and new armors. up.How could Zhao Xu be stingy with such capable ministers?

Su Song was not surprised by honor or humiliation, bowed slightly and said: "The minister also got something from Ling Xiaozi to achieve such achievements. The official family should reward Ling Xiaozi."

These words immediately made Zhao Xu feel emotional again.Isn't that right, think about it carefully, all kinds of novelties in the past year are inextricably related to that trail.Not to mention the products of the Military Weapons Supervision, even the "midwifery technique" was presented by Baoying Temple.But with such outstanding achievements, what does Zhen Qiong want?It's just appropriations.It has not been wasted yet, and has been put into alchemy.

It's not that Zhao Xu didn't think about giving him more rewards.However, he declined the grace of accompanying him to the southern suburbs to sacrifice to heaven.Thinking about it, I also don't want to let myself bear the notoriety of "Emperor Daojun".So not for fame or profit, isn't it the auspiciousness bestowed on him by God?

When Zhengdan reigns, he must be bestowed with titles and rewards.His husband-in-law is also a man who spares no expense for the country, so he can also reward his family background as he sees fit, and the elders in the family, it is always indispensable to grant a royal order.This kind of talented god-man should be wined over carefully, and his heart must not be chilled!

Zhao Xu's heart was full of twists and turns, and he was full of expectations for the winter solstice sacrifice to heaven.Although there are frequent earthquakes and floods this year, all his actions are for the sake of all people in the world!Such merits should also be carefully searched and told to God, so that the wind and rain will be smooth.

The emperor was excitedly preparing for the ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven.Zhen Qiong was at home and lived a good life before the holiday.

"Brother Miao is very thoughtful. It would be great if we don't go to worship the heavens!" After getting up in the middle of the day, Zhen Qiong complained happily to Han Miao while eating brunch, "You don't even know how troublesome the suburban festival is. I have to go out of the city with Yujia a long time ago, not to mention the cold, there are many rules, just standing for several hours..."

Hearing his chatter, Han Miao blocked his mouth with a three-tea bag with his own hands, and said with a smile, "Qiong'er has been busy for a year, so it's better for Ya Sui to spend her time at home. Grandma told me, this The next family dinner will have hot pot."

Zhen Qiong's eyes lit up: "Seafood or lamb?"

"Mutton. There is also a calf that fell to death. The taste should not be bad." Han Miao smiled indifferently.

Zhen Qiong's saliva was about to drop.It is very difficult to eat beef in the Song Dynasty. Generally, only cows that have died of illness or old age will be brought to the market for sale.It's not easy to meet the one who fell to death, or a calf!

Seeing him so happy, Han Miao also laughed.It is of course an honor to accompany the driver to sacrifice to heaven.But now Qiong'er has too many things to toss about, and if she follows the suburban festival, she will inevitably get into trouble.It's better to stay at home and avoid the limelight.The emperor has already agreed to Qiong'er, and even he can take him into the palace to participate in the great court. Will there be less rewards then?

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The winter solstice is an important day comparable to the new year, and it is also known as the "sub-year".It was the first time Ma Sanniang had such a big festival when she married into the Han family.Now there are only two female relatives in the Han family, and Mrs. Han has entrusted her with the important task of hosting Zhongfu early on. Seeing that Ling Xiaozi from the uncle's family doesn't seem to be in charge.The important tasks of worshiping ancestors and giving gifts during the winter solstice naturally fell on her shoulders.

No matter how smart and capable she is, Ma Sanniang can't help feeling uneasy, fearing that she will fail her grandmother's expectations and lose face for her husband.She was worried, she didn't know how long she had been preparing, but who would have expected that this day would actually be easier than she expected.

In the middle of the round table, the charcoal basin was burning vigorously, and the copper pot on top was making a rumbling sound, emitting white smoke.A few servant girls stood by the table, picking up and picking up vegetables.Lamb and beef cut into paper-thin slices were put into the pot, rinsed in the steaming soup, picked up by a silver spoon, and placed on the plate in front of them.

"Don't put too much fermented bean curd, it's too salty. You can add less chives to add more spiciness..." Han Xia dexterously helped his wife adjust the sauce, and also warned, "The meat can't be left for a long time. It’s good to dip it in. Eat it while it’s hot.”

It has been several months since I came to Han's house, how could Ma Sanniang have never eaten hot pot?But it was the first time for the whole family to eat together.At this time, the husband is still so careless, he only blushed Ma Sanniang, and couldn't help but whisper: "My dear, the elder is still here..."

"Huh? What happened to the elder?" Han Xia looked up in a daze.On the opposite side, his elder brother was helping Zhen Qiong with dishes with a calm expression, and his chopsticks were so stable that he could even pick up quail eggs.The grandmother sat on the upper hand, eating the cooked tofu with a smile, and asked the maid to add drinks for them.

Ma Sanniang: "..."

It was because she thought too much, there is no one in the Han family who cares about xu etiquette.There is neither the rules of the official family, nor the poverty and fastidiousness of the rich family. The whole family eats happily around a pot, but it is very happy.

Suppressing the embarrassment in her heart, Ma Sanniang picked up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of mutton, dipped it in the seasoning, and put it in her mouth.Immediately, the fresh aroma of mutton, the mellowness of sesame paste, and the saltiness and spiciness of chives poured in together, making people's lips and teeth salivate.With a piece of fat and tender veal in between, who cares about the origin of this cow?

Mrs. Han also ate very happily. Qiong'er personally ordered the tofu, saying that it used a special brine.There is also the bright red fermented bean curd, which is also made by Zhen Qiong. I am afraid that there is only this one in the entire Tokyo city.She is old and doesn't like chives or garlic, but this fermented bean curd is easy to eat.

After eating tofu, eat duck blood, and you can also use some soft shrimp slips and meatballs.Mrs. Han also did not forget to ask the maids to hold the pot and not to cook the beef and mutton slices.Seeing Zhen Qiong's mouth full of greasy food, she felt happy, but the bride's face was tender, and Xia'er had to take good care of her.

After eating in an orderly manner until she was [-]% full, Mrs. Han ordered her maid to bring wontons and cook them.The so-called "Winter Wonton, New Year's Houtou", during the winter solstice, how can such a food be missing?The wonton buns are small, and they were cooked in a short time. With the soup that has been boiled for a long time and has a rich taste, isn't it a delicious meal?

When she was full of wine and food, Mrs. Han sent the three boys to play chess, took her daughter-in-law's hand, and asked with a smile: "Is Sanniang full? Our family doesn't have so many rules, so we have to eat well." Just do it."

Ma Sanniang said in a low voice, "I'm really full."

Husband has to take food for her from time to time, she is almost full, how can there be any reason not to be full?

Mrs. Han nodded slightly, and said: "These days, let's go out with Xia'er for a stroll. Miao'er's etiquette is arranged by him, so you don't have to worry about it."

This remark made Ma Sanniang slightly relieved. Uncle's side is full of merchants and officials, so it is quite troublesome to prepare for the etiquette.There is no separation now, how can she not be nervous when she hosts Zhongwei by herself?

After listening to Mrs. Han's order to let her go shopping, Ma Sanniang hesitated for a moment, and suddenly said: "My grandson wants to go to the Tiansheng Temple with my husband to worship, I wonder if it is possible?"

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Han couldn't help laughing and said, "But you want to ask for a child?"

Ma Sanniang blushed, but she still nodded.She has been married for more than half a year, and there is still no movement in her belly, how can she not be impatient?

Mrs. Han patted her hand: "You are only so old, why are you in a hurry. Xia'er studies in Taixue all day long, and when she comes back to live at home, she will be fine."

These words were thoughtful, but Ma Sanniang couldn't let go.Now she is the only daughter-in-law in the Han family, and the uncle doesn't want to marry a wife when he sees it, which puts her under a lot of pressure.Maybe there will be another child in the future, who will be adopted by the uncle's family.Wouldn't it be bad if you couldn't get pregnant all the time?

Seeing her expression, Mrs. Han knew what she was thinking, and laughed: "You don't have to worry about Miao'er. It doesn't matter if you go to the side branch to find a child."

Ma Sanniang was stunned, she didn't expect her uncle to be so open-minded.That's right, they both married a man, so why do they care whose child they adopted?However, this thought also made her slightly relieved.After all, she didn't even have a child under her knees, so the idea of ​​adopting really made her feel a lot of pressure.

Mrs. Han smiled: "Besides, it's better to go to Qiong'er to ask for a child. His Baoying Temple is flourishing now. Those who are preparing for childbirth should go to buy a bottle of alcohol to pray for safety."

It is rumored that the midwifery technique came from Baoying Temple.Although Baoying Temple is not allowed to burn incense, alcohol can still be bought. Who doesn’t want to ask for safety?However, this is to bless the safe delivery, so how can you even care about the childbirth?Knowing that grandma was teasing, Ma Sanniang couldn't help but annoyed: "Grandma is teasing me again!"

This rare little daughter's tenderness made Mrs. Han laugh out loud.Han Xia took the opportunity to throw away Zhen Qiong's stinky chess basket, and came to his grandmother in colorful clothes to entertain his relatives.

Han Miao glanced over there, hooked Zhen Qiong's little finger secretly, and said in a low voice, "Does Qiong'er want to raise a child?"

"I don't want to! What a great apprentice!" Zhen Qiong didn't even raise her head, staring at the chessboard with a broken game, thinking hard.

When Han Miao heard this, he couldn't help laughing: "It's not busy, just wait a little longer."

He is not yet thirty, why worry?He hasn't had enough of the life of the two of them.