After Transmigrating Into the Book, Prime Minister Made My Legs Weak

Chapter 43

Air is just air, but things still need to be arranged immediately.

There is a wooden workshop in Li Jiawu Fortress, but it’s not in much use. Currently, they need water wheels with dragon bones, and the wooden workshop has proved to be very useful.@@@@

Wen Jian immediately handed the blueprints to Xiao Du and assigned the craftsmen from the wooden workshop to produce two dragon bone water wheels within three days.

Three days later.

The first dragon bone water wheel was put into use.

When the people from the wooden workshop carried the dragon bone water wheel to the area between the river and the farmland, it attracted many residents from the fortress to come and watch. It was the first time they had seen such a dragon bone water wheel, and everyone was fascinated by it.

Wen Jian was also curious about this dragon bone water wheel.

As people stood by the dragon bone water wheel, watching a resident vigorously pedaling the crank to make the large axle rotate and drive the blades in the trough to scrape water upward, the water began to roll in the trough. With the first drop of water entering the river, a cheer suddenly erupted behind Wen Jian.

Apart from Wen Jian, Liu Hu, who was stationed outside, was also attracted and came over to see.

Liu Hu himself came from a farming background and was amazed by the irrigation of the fields. He couldn’t help but ask, “Lord Wen, how did you come up with such a method?”

Liu Hu was straightforward by nature, and he could only become a fourth-ranked official through the military examination, which must have a great deal to do with Zhu Sima.

Having received Zhu Sima’s favor, Wen Jian naturally had a certain level of authority.

He cast a casual glance at Liu Hu, smiled, and said nothing. Instead, he mentioned another matter, “General Liu, I actually have a favor to ask of you.”

“Oh? What is it? Just tell me.”

Since Liu Hu had been stationed at the fortress, he had frequently shared drinks with Wen Jian, and they had developed a certain camaraderie. So when Wen Jian spoke, Liu Hu agreed without hesitation.

But as soon as he answered, he began to regret it.

What about his official authority?

Why did he lose it again!

Wen Jian said, “I would like to request General Liu to train the capable warriors under his command to discipline the residents of the fortress.”

Liu Hu was taken aback. “What do you mean?”

Wen Jian explained, “The southern part of the Western County has been plundered by barbarians, which can only mean that the people are too weak. With these dragon bone water wheels, drought will no longer be a problem for the fields. I guarantee that the second half of the year will yield a bountiful harvest. With the granaries full, it is certain to attract bandits. If the residents of the fortress are all skilled in self-defense, we won’t fear anyone trying to rob us.”

He paused for a moment and continued, “Moreover, when the residents have better lives, they will naturally fight to protect this place. But how can they protect it if they lack strength?”

He didn’t expect Lord Wen to have so many considerations. Indeed, if the granaries are filled, it’s not just bandits that we need to worry about; even the barbarians will be eyeing us... It’s good for the residents to have some defensive capabilities. However...

Liu Hu said, “Lord Wen, there’s no need to worry. We’re still here, aren’t we?”

Wen Jian glanced at him and said, “General Liu, you are currently stationed here. If you have other official duties, we can’t hold you back, can we?”

Liu Hu was immediately at a loss for words. He furrowed his brow, and Lord Wen made a reasonable point. If the residents have some foundation, it would relieve his pressure. He looked up at Wen Jian and said, “Alright, I’ll find someone for you.”

Wen Jian clasped his hands together and said, “Thank you, General.”

After Wen Jian finished speaking, he turned around to leave.

Liu Hu called out to him, “Lord Wen, didn’t we agree to have a drink together tonight?”

He was infuriated!

After finishing his busy work during this period, he definitely had to make a trip back to the village and properly educate his young wife. They had agreed to exchange letters every two days, but she had completely forgotten about it...

Sigh...

Abstinence for too long, his mind was filled with thoughts of her, and there were signs of awakening below...

Just then, Xiao Du suddenly opened the door and exclaimed, “Sir... Sir... the Emperor is here...”

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Ji Sang had just arrived at Zhufang and went to find the owner of the paper mill.

The owner of the paper mill had been making a lot of money recently, his face shining with oiliness. Seeing Ji Sang’s smiling face, and having cooperated with Ji Sang for so long, he had no doubts. Ji Sang was truly resourceful and had a knack for making money.

Last month, a batch of paper produced was of poor quality, rough to the touch. He thought he would suffer a loss, but to his surprise, Ji Sang managed to sell it all.

So, when he looked at Ji Sang, he saw nothing but a money-making god.

After Ji Sang arrived, she got straight to the point, “Boss Ge, I won’t be coming to the paper mill starting from tomorrow.”

Boss Ge widened his eyes upon hearing that Ji Sang wouldn’t come anymore and asked, “Why won’t you come?!”

A smile curved on Ji Sang’s lips, “The paper mill is on track now. I plan to go to Beiliang. Our profit sharing will still follow the agreed terms, and my father will come monthly to collect the profits.”

Boss Ge anxiously asked, “Didn’t you say before... that you wanted to make the paper more delicate, something about tissue paper... something that women use... sanitary pads...”

Although he didn’t know what it was, he had heard about it many times and could mention the name.

Ji Sang chuckled softly, “Don’t worry, even when I go to Beiliang, I will still study it. I will have someone send you the techniques when they’re ready.”

Upon hearing this, Boss Ge nodded hurriedly, “Oh, alright.”

Although Boss Ge was a bit old-fashioned, he was also generous. When Ji Sang said he was leaving, he immediately had a servant bring two pieces of gold and give them to Ji Sang. Ji Sang accepted without hesitation, putting them into her purse, exchanged a few pleasantries, and then left...

Outside, the sunlight was just right.

Ji Sang walked out of the bamboo mill with confident strides.

This month, she received seventeen letters from Wen Jian. It would take three days of fast riding from the town to Beiliang, and Xiao Du had come ten times, while Xiao Du’s brother had come seven times, all to deliver the letters.

In each of Wen Jian’s letters, there was a lingering sense of longing, and he even deliberately wrote the handwriting a bit heavier, larger, for fear that she wouldn’t be able to see it...

The endings of the last few letters were even more hastily scrawled and messy...

Wen Jian’s heart was just like his handwriting...

He was so anxious.

The nights were gradually getting colder, and her hands and feet were always icy, making it hard for her to sleep. When she woke up, the other half of the bed was so cold...

She had to admit, she missed him too...

She looked up at the azure sky, her lips curving slightly.

Wen Jian, I’m coming.