Looking at the expectant looks of everyone, Liu Ziqiu chuckled and said: "It's actually not difficult. One is to practice Xiu'er's five-animal show, and the other is to drink tiger bone wine..."
Before he finished speaking, Gao Xiuer sneered: "What kind of recipe is this!"
Of course, Gao Xiuer also understands that these two methods are indeed effective in treating moisture intrusion, but they are difficult to solve the fundamental problem. Because the climate in Jiangnan is humid, people sitting on the floor will inevitably be invaded by moisture. In Xie Muyu's current situation, even if according to the
The two treatments mentioned by Liu Ziqiu can only relieve the pain slightly, and the condition will worsen sooner or later.
Xie Muyu also looked dark and said: "A poor nun is a monk, how can he drink wine, or tiger bone wine, sin, sin!"
"Bullshit sin! Haven't you heard of it? Food and wine have gone through the intestines, and the Buddha's heart is sitting in the heart. This is the true state!" Liu Ziqiu swore once, waved his hand again, and said, "I'm not done yet.
Third, don’t sit on the floor in the future.”
Xie Muyu blurted out and asked: "If you don't sit on the floor, how can you sit?"
Liu Ziqiu chuckled and said: "Stupid! Sit on the bench!"
Although the Hu stool has been introduced to the Central Plains, due to various reasons, it has rarely been promoted. That's it for ordinary people. Aristocratic families like the Xie family follow ancient precepts. Few people use the Hu stool, especially the ladies.
In this way, Xie Muyu has never sat down. Now, in order to avoid being bedridden for the rest of her life, Xie Muyu has no choice but to sit on the bench, but she is absolutely unwilling to drink this tiger bone wine.
Probably sensing Xie Muyu's thoughts, Liu Ziqiu suddenly darkened his face and said sternly: "In order to treat your illness, today you have to return to the secular world, or you must return to the secular world if you don't return to the secular world!"
"You!" Xie Muyu was furious for a moment. She only discovered today that Liu Ziqiu turned out to be such a rogue.
The two little nuns were full of expectations and secretly applauded, but they didn't dare to speak out. Even Xie Wengshan didn't think there was anything wrong with Liu Ziqiu's approach.
But Liu Ziqiu had already turned around and said, "Thank you, old man. I will take Yu'er back today. Do you have any objections to me?"
Xie Wengshan nodded repeatedly and said: "No objection, no objection."
The two little nuns almost cheered, thinking in their hearts, he is indeed the emperor, he is so decisive and wise in his actions!
However, Xie Muyu got angry and knelt down again despite the pain: "If I don't return to secular life, I won't leave!"
Liu Ziqiu took a step forward and asked, "You really don't want to leave?"
Xie Muyu didn't even raise her head and just said: "Don't leave!"
Liu Ziqiu also lost his temper and said loudly: "If you refuse to return to secular life, I will order the destruction of Buddha and the eradication of all temples and nunneries in the world!"
Xie Muyu was shocked and asked in a voice: "You really dare to do this?"
Liu Ziqiu sneered and said: "I am the emperor, why don't you dare?"
Xie Muyu's expression was stunned, and her voice finally weakened: "I can go with you, but I won't return to secular life!"
"You come with me first, and we'll talk about the rest later!" Liu Ziqiu laughed. As long as Xie Muyu agrees to follow her, it's not up to her to return to secular life. When the time comes, she will put away all the razors and her hair will grow out.
Isn’t it the same as returning to secular life?
Xie Muyu was still not at ease and asked again: "Then you really don't want to destroy the Buddha?"
After all, after reading the scriptures for such a long time, Xie Muyu has gained some Buddha nature in her body. She is really worried that Liu Ziqiu will take actions to destroy the Buddha, which will offend the gods and bring disaster. Deep in her heart, she still feels
Think about Liu Ziqiu.
Liu Ziqiu stretched out his wrist in front of her, laughed and said: "As long as you follow me, how can I destroy the Buddha? You see, I and the Buddha are also destined, otherwise why would I always wear this string of beads."
This was given to him by Daoxin, the fourth ancestor of Zen Buddhism, and he has always carried it with him. The original purpose was to eliminate the hostility and murderous nature in him, but now he is using it to deceive girls. If Daoxin finds out,
It might cause smoke. However, this string of beads did work. Xie Muyu could sense that this string of beads was extraordinary. She asked cautiously: "Can you show it to me?"
Liu Ziqiu had never regarded this string of Buddhist beads as a treasure, so he took it off without hesitation and said: "You can practice as a monk and at home, so why stick to the formalities. Yu'er, as long as you agree to return to secular life, I will give you this string of Buddhist beads."
There’s nothing you can’t do.”
Xie Muyu took the beads, stroked them carefully, and said softly: "Can you let me think about it again?"
Liu Ziqiu nodded: "That's up to you."
…
This was the biggest concession Xie Muyu had ever made. Liu Ziqiu did not want to push too hard, so he settled in the Xie family compound. The night was getting darker and insects were chirping. Liu Ziqiu was strolling in the garden with his hands behind his back, but his brows were furrowed.
Gao Xiuer walked over gently: "Husband, are you still thinking about Mu Yu?"
Liu Ziqiu shook his head and said: "Mu Yu, let nature take its course and don't be too impatient. I'm wondering if the vastness of Jiangnan and the sparse population have something to do with the excessive humidity?"
Gao Xiuer smiled and said: "My husband's worries are not unreasonable. I heard that the miasma will be worse as you go further south. In the past, the imperial court often sent some prisoners to Lingnan, but they always escaped death."
Liu Ziqiu pondered: "The so-called acclimatization varies from person to person. However, people live on the ground and are more likely to be invaded by moisture. It seems that Hu stools and Hu beds should be promoted."
Although Gao Xiuer lived in Changshan Village in her early years, she also came from a noble family. She was influenced by the atmosphere of a noble family since she was a child. She was also somewhat resistant to less elegant sitting and sleeping utensils such as benches and beds. She couldn't help but frowned and said: "I'm afraid it's not easy.
"
In fact, needless to say about others, Xie Muyu was not very fond of the bar stool even though the moisture had invaded his body. Liu Ziqiu thought for a moment and said, "Bring me a pen and paper, and I'll draw a few pictures."
In the past few years, Liu Ziqiu has become accustomed to writing with a brush, but the way he holds the brush and the handwriting he writes are still disappointing. However, when it comes to drawing skills, few people in this era can compare with him.
.With just a few strokes, a grand master's chair appears on the paper.
Gao Xiuer looked very curious: "What is this?"
Liu Ziqiu smiled and said: "This is called a chair. It is much more comfortable to sit on than a bench. I will draw some other sitting and lying tools for you to see."
Soon, Liu Ziqiu drew some stools, benches, teacups, and a large carved bed. He drew them very carefully, completely in accordance with the requirements of mechanical drawing. The three views were clear, and only the dimensions were marked.
In this era, many handicrafts were made based on the experience of craftsmen. Even if they are recorded, they only say how much wood is used, how long, how wide, etc., and all dimensions are replaced by the word "a few".
.
This seemed very imprecise to Liu Ziqiu, and he was also working hard to change this situation. For example, in the production of some weapons, Liu Ziqiu had ordered that the dimensions must be marked on the drawings, and every component must be meticulous. Because of this, the Han army
The weapons used have the same parts that are highly interchangeable. If damaged during war, they can be repaired in time. This not only saves the court's expenditure, but also improves efficiency.
Of course, what Liu Ziqiu has submitted now is only a sketch, and he cannot mark the specific dimensions yet. Everything must wait for the samples to be produced before it can be determined. However, Liu Ziqiu wants to promote these new seating furniture in Jiangnan and Lingnan areas, and his attitude towards bedding has changed.
Very determined.
However, the more Gao Xiuer looked at it, the more curious she became. She said repeatedly: "Husband, let alone seeing these things, I have never even heard of them. Could it be that you have obtained the secret book left by Lu Ban?"
Lu Ban is the ancestor of carpenters in the world. It is said that he can make many wonderful things, so Gao Xiuer made this guess.
But Liu Ziqiu laughed: "I don't have any secret book. It's just a wild imagination. I don't know whether it is practical or not. Let's ask Mr. Xie to find some carpenters tomorrow and give it a try before talking about it."
The Hu stool is simple and crude, and is resisted by aristocratic families, making it difficult to promote it. However, ordinary people can provide enough food and clothing, and no one is willing to spend money to buy these pieces of furniture that are of little use. Now Liu Ziqiu has "designed" these new types of furniture, which are
I want to promote it first among aristocratic families, and then gradually be accepted by the people. In real history, there is also such a development process, but Liu Ziqiu brought it forward.
…
Many people in Moling Town relied on the Xie family for a living. Xie Wengshan gave an order and almost all the carpenters in the town rushed over. The Xie family had plenty of space, so they immediately vacated a large courtyard and posted more than a dozen drawings on the wall.
The carpenter is free to decide which appliance to build.
Although Liu Ziqiu's identity is still kept secret, the Xie family's reputation in the local area is at its peak. The news that the Xie family wants to build some strange furniture quickly spreads, attracting countless eyes and speculations. I don't know what the Xie family will eventually build.
What did the furniture look like? People were full of curiosity and expectation. Even many people in Danyang City were attracted. The inns and restaurants in Moling Town were overcrowded.
In a wine shop near the Xie family's courtyard, several diners were chatting animatedly. A man who looked like a middle-aged scholar stroked his beard and said with envy on his face: "What new gadget is the Xie family creating with great fanfare? I'm afraid it's another one."
To please the emperor."
But another young scholar shook his head and said: "That's not entirely true. I think the Xie family's holy family is prosperous. Last year, the emperor issued an edict to honor it as the head of the world's aristocratic family. With the current status of the Xie family, if you want to please the emperor, what kind of rare treasures can you offer?
No? Why bother with a few carpenters here?"
Another person laughed and said: "You only know one thing, but you don't know the other. The emperor is rich all over the world, what good things have he not seen? What the emperor wants now is beauty and novel things. The Xie family must want to do what they want.
.”
Everyone nodded repeatedly, fully agreeing with what this person said. The middle-aged scribe who spoke first shook his head and said with a smile: "It's a pity, I have heard someone say that Miss Xie's family was originally the concubine appointed by the current emperor.
, but he just left home, otherwise why bother?"
At this time, a man suddenly came over from the table next door, cupped his hands, and said: "This gentleman must have a close relationship with the Xie family. He knows such secrets. Why not explain them in detail so that everyone can enjoy it?"