Qin Shi: I only work eight hours

Chapter 262 Can the Empress Dowager ride a horse?

at the same time.

Nian Duan is also experiencing the cement road.

"As expected of the master's invention!"

Nian Duanxin said.

As far as she knows, cement can be used not only to build roads, but also to build houses, the Great Wall, granaries, and so on.

Before there were paved roads, it was difficult for people to see a doctor when it rained because the roads were muddy, making it difficult for even people to walk, let alone cars.

Now that we have cement roads, we no longer have to worry about rain!

Xu Lin's new invention can save many lives!

Thinking of this, Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong went to the Imperial Preceptor's residence together.

Before long, Nian Duan, dressed in a long purple dress, arrived at the Imperial Preceptor's residence and met Xu Lin.

After chatting about cement for a while, Xu Lin dismissed everyone around him and poured a bowl of tea for Nian Duan and Duanmu Rong respectively.

Duanmu Rong took the teacup with both hands and took a big gulp of the weak tea.

Nian Duan took a small sip.

How have you been feeling lately?

Xu Lin looked at Nian Duan and asked gently.

Although Nian Duan was dressed simply, without makeup, and her hair was tied up casually, it was still clear that she was a beauty.

"very good."

"From now on, I won't need to trouble you to use your internal energy to help me."

Nian Duan replied without hesitation.

She didn't want to owe Xu Lin too much!

"it is good."

"If you fall ill again, use the methods described in the book directly."

"Using internal strength to help is ultimately only a temporary solution, not a cure."

Xu Lin said loudly.

"???"

Nian Duan's brows furrowed tightly.

That's not what she meant!
Xu Lin was all smiles, clearly doing it on purpose!
"The method in the book is inappropriate; I will..."

He straightened his face and said.

Before she could finish her words, she was interrupted by Xu Lin.

"What's wrong?"

Xu Lin asked with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Nian Duan glanced at Duanmu Rong, then hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but stopped himself.

She couldn't speak frankly in front of Duanmu Rong.

After a few breaths, to prevent Duanmu Rong from going astray, she had no choice but to give up.

"I'm doing this for your own good, Master."

“I also know that you, Master, have much resistance to the methods in the book.”

"As long as you take care of your body from this day forward, neither internal strength nor the methods in the book will be needed. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

Xu Lin suddenly stood up and patted Nian Duan's shoulder a few times.

Although he was almost ten years younger than Nian Duan, he acted very maturely.

Nian Duan nodded slightly.

After chatting for a while, she and Duanmu Rong left the Imperial Preceptor's residence together.

"Master."

"What was the method you mentioned in the book just now, sir?"

On the way home, Duanmu Rong blinked her big eyes and asked.

"Yes……"

"Rong'er, you're still young. I'll tell you in a few years."

Nian Duan found it somewhat difficult to say.

Seeing this, Duanmu Rong stopped asking questions, but she had already guessed what was going on.

……

the other side.

The Moon Goddess and the Flame Consort are taking a walk on the cement road.

"elder sister."

"Is there anything that you, sir, cannot do?"

The Moon Goddess smiled gently and asked.

She liked cement roads because she liked wearing long skirts, and dirt roads would easily get her skirts dirty, especially after rain.

"a lot of."

Yan Fei's voice was flat.

"For example?"

The Moon Goddess asked.

"Astrology."

Yan Fei answered expressionlessly.

She placed her hands on her waist, looking dignified and elegant.

She felt guilty towards the Moon Goddess when she was in Xinzheng, but after living with her for a long time, she became a little annoyed.

Is this what Xu Lin meant when he said, "Distance makes the heart grow fonder"?
The Moon Goddess nodded slightly.

"When was the last time you saw the gentleman, sister?"

After a dozen or so breaths, the Moon Goddess changed the subject.

Not only was Yan Fei's cultivation level and position superior to hers, but her temperament was also more elegant. Therefore, she harbored much resentment towards Yan Fei.

"A few months ago."

Yan Fei was a woman of few words. The Moon Goddess, on the other hand, was usually very talkative, and Yan Fei was starting to not want to live with her anymore.

It is said that the wine and tea at Xin Zilanxuan are quite good, and Xu Lin is the mastermind behind it all. Perhaps she could stay at Xin Zilanxuan.

Or perhaps you live near Xin Zilanxuan?
"The Imperial Preceptor's residence is not far ahead."

"Sister, shall I go with you?"

The Moon Goddess, dressed in a long blue dress, raised her hand and pointed towards the Imperial Preceptor's residence.

Yanfei shook her head and refused the Moon Goddess.

The Imperial Preceptor's residence was crowded and noisy, and she had nothing else to do, so she didn't want to go there.

"Perhaps we are not suited to live together."

"Go to the Imperial Preceptor's residence."

Yan Fei said in a deep voice.

After speaking, she walked straight towards the New Purple Orchid Pavilion.

Watching Yan Fei's figure gradually disappear into the distance, the Moon Goddess hesitated to speak.

Then he walked unhurriedly toward the Imperial Preceptor's residence.

She and Yanfei are indeed not suitable to live together for a long time!
Out of sight out of mind!
Yan Fei surpassed her in temperament, cultivation, and figure. Being under the same roof made Yue Shen very uncomfortable!

Before long, Yanfei arrived at the New Purple Orchid Pavilion.

There were many guests at Xin Zilanxuan, so Yanfei went directly to the second floor.

"Is it okay for me to stay here?"

After taking her seat, Yanfei asked.

"Not for now."

Hongyu shook her head apologetically.

Then I introduced Yanfei to some nearby inns.

Yan Fei nodded, first ordering a pot of tea, then a pot of wine.

……

Ten days later.

The irrigation canal was completed.

Zheng Guo arrived in Xianyang and met Ying Zheng.

"See your Majesty!"

Zheng Guo bowed with his hands clasped.

"No gift."

Ying Zheng waved his hand.

"Your subject is fortunate to have fulfilled his mission!"

"The Guanzhong Irrigation Canal is finally completed!"

Zheng Guo said respectfully.

After speaking, he took out a map of the Guanzhong irrigation canals from his pocket and presented it to him with both hands.

Upon seeing this, Zhao Gao stepped forward, took the map of the Guanzhong irrigation canals, and handed it to Ying Zheng.

The Guanzhong irrigation canal stretches for over 300 li, drawing water from the Jing River in the west and channeling it eastward into the Luo River. The project took nearly ten years to complete.

Actually, it was completed more than a month ago. The reason why Zheng Guo only came to Xianyang today is because he has recently been reinforcing the canal with cement.

"color!"

"With this canal, there will be no more famine years in Guanzhong!"

"Minister Zheng has made great contributions, so this canal shall be named after Minister Zheng!"

After reading it, Emperor Ying Zheng was overjoyed.

"This sinful subject entered Qin under the guise of exhausting Qin, how dare I..."

Zheng Guo was startled upon hearing this, and then knelt on the ground.

He was interrupted by Ying Zheng before he could finish speaking.

"It is both a weakening of Qin and a revival of Qin."

"My mind is made up!"

"From this day forward, this canal shall be named the Zheng Guo Canal!"

Ying Zheng said loudly.

Then he personally helped Zheng Guo up.

Zheng Guo was flattered and patted his chest, declaring that he was willing to serve Qin and die for the king!
Seeing this, Ying Zheng's eyes lit up with satisfaction. He then rewarded Zheng Guo with a thousand gold pieces and dismissed him.

News of Ying Zheng's action spread very quickly!
Zheng Guo entered Qin as a spy and used a strategy to wear down Qin. Ying Zheng not only did not hold a grudge, but also gave Zheng Guo an important position. In the end, he named the canal after Zheng Guo, which shows Ying Zheng's magnanimity!

Upon learning of this, Xu Lin smiled and then went to Ganquan Palace.

Before long, Xu Lin met Zhao Ji.

"What has the Imperial Advisor been busy with lately?"

Upon seeing Xu Lin, Zhao Ji asked with slight displeasure.

After speaking, she raised her fair wrist and dismissed those around her.

She thought Xu Lin wouldn't come in December!

"Busy with inventions and creations, benefiting the world."

"The Empress Dowager doesn't like cement roads?"

Xu Lin smiled indifferently.

Before Zhao Ji could reply, he stepped forward, lifted the curtain, and sat down on the phoenix couch.

Although it was the dead of winter, Zhao Ji was not dressed in many layers, and the 'Huangdi Neijing' that he had given her before was right next to her pillow.

"The world is too vast; I can only hold one person in my eyes."

Zhao Ji said.

After speaking, she raised her jade-like leg and placed her foot on Xu Lin's leg.

"Does the Empress Dowager know how to ride a horse?"

Xu Lin lay down on the phoenix couch and asked with a half-smile.

(End of this chapter)