Chapter 918: The canal is completed and heading to remote mountainous areas
As time goes by, the sun gradually sets in the west, and the sky is dyed with the color of sunset. However, there is no sign of stopping on the construction site. The villagers seem to have forgotten their fatigue, and they have only one thought in their hearts - to dig the canal as soon as possible and let the people use it.
The thirsty land is nourished.
"Your Highness King Han, Your Highness the Prince, our water channel has finally been dug!" A young villager ran over to report excitedly.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao quickly put down their tools and walked quickly towards the canal. They saw clear water slowly flowing down from the upstream, moistening the dry land along the channel they dug with their own hands.
"Folks, we succeeded!" Zhu Han announced loudly. His voice echoed over the construction site and seemed to spread throughout the village.
The villagers put down their tools and gathered around. They looked at the flowing ditch, with happy smiles on their faces. The children cheered even more. They ran around the ditch excitedly, as if they saw hope for the future.
"Your Highness King Han, Your Highness the Crown Prince, we have to give this canal a name!" an old farmer suggested.
"Yes, you have to give it a good name!" the villagers agreed one after another.
Zhu Han thought for a moment and then said slowly: "This canal was dug by all of us working together. It has witnessed our unity and struggle. In my opinion, let's call it the 'Unity Canal'!"
"Togetherness Canal, what a good name!" the villagers agreed.
"Togetherness Canal, what a good name!" The villagers agreed one after another, with smiles of pride and happiness on their faces.
Zhu Han looked at the satisfied expressions of the villagers, and his heart was full of joy. He turned to Zhu Biao and said: "Your Highness, it seems that our choice is not wrong. Helping people solve practical problems and letting them see hope is what we, as a royal family, do."
Due responsibility.”
Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, with a firm light shining in his eyes: "Uncle Han Wang is right, we must not only solve the immediate difficulties, but also consider the long-term well-being of the people. This 'unity channel' is what we do for the people.
A real thing."
At this time, a middle-aged woman came over with fruits grown at home and handed them to Zhu Han and Zhu Biao respectfully: "You two gentlemen, this is a little bit of our kindness, please accept it."
Zhu Han quickly declined and said: "Sister-in-law, you are too polite. How can we accept things from the common people?"
The middle-aged woman insisted: "The two gentlemen have worked tirelessly for our village. We will never forget this kindness. Although this fruit is not valuable, it is our heart. Please accept it."
Seeing this, Zhu Han no longer refused and took the fruit gratefully: "Thank you, sister-in-law, we accept your kindness. Please rest assured that we will continue to work hard and do more practical things for the people."
The villagers also gathered around and expressed their gratitude. Some villagers said: "The two gentlemen are really living Bodhisattvas who descended to earth and saved the lives of all our villagers." Some said: "In the future, the two of us will live.
If the young master has any use for us, just ask, and we will do our best."
Zhu Han and Zhu Biao listened to the villagers' words of gratitude with smiles, and their hearts were filled with warmth and satisfaction.
Zhu Han and Zhu Biao looked at the enthusiastic faces of the villagers, and their hearts were filled with emotion. Zhu Han smiled and said to the villagers: "Folks, your recognition and gratitude are our greatest motivation. Please believe that we will continue to work hard.
, to strive for more happiness for you."
At this time, an elderly man walked slowly over, with tears in his eyes and a choked voice saying: "You two gentlemen, you not only helped us dig this canal, but also gave us hope to live. We
These old men thought they could only spend the rest of their lives in misery, but they never expected to see such changes in their lifetime."
Zhu Han hurriedly stepped forward to support the old man and comforted him with gentle words: "Old man, you are serious. We are ministers of the imperial court, and it is our duty to seek welfare for the people. Seeing that everyone's lives can be improved, we also feel that
Extremely gratified.”
Zhu Biao took over the conversation and said firmly: "Don't worry, old man, our work has just begun. After we return, we will truthfully report everything here to our father and let him know the real needs of the people. I believe that under my father's leadership, we will truthfully report everything here to him."
Under his wise leadership, the Ming Dynasty will surely usher in a more prosperous tomorrow."
Upon hearing this, the villagers nodded in agreement, with hope shining in their eyes.
Then, Zhu Han suggested: "Folks, although the canal has been dug, our work is not over. Next, we need to continue to strengthen farmland water conservancy construction and increase crop yields. At the same time, we will also work hard to strive for more
A large amount of disaster relief materials and policy support will ensure that everyone can tide over the difficulties."
As soon as Zhu Han finished speaking, a middle-aged farmer stood up impatiently, his face full of anxiety and expectation: "You two gentlemen, you are absolutely right. Our fields here suffer from drought every year.
, the harvest is always unstable. If water conservancy construction can be strengthened, it will be really good news for our people!"
Zhu Han smiled slightly and looked at the farmer with gentle eyes: "Don't worry, brother, we will report the situation here in detail and seek the support of the court to help everyone improve irrigation conditions."
At this time, an old woman next to him also interjected: "Yes, sir. The land in our village is fertile, but it is short of water. If there is a stable water source, the crops will grow better and our lives will be easier."
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Zhu Biao nodded in agreement. He took a few steps forward and said to the villagers: "Folks, please believe us. Improving water conservancy facilities is one of the important tasks of our trip. We will do our best to secure resources for everyone to make this
The land is filled with new vitality.”
Hearing this, the villagers cast grateful glances one after another, and some even had red eyes and sobbed softly. Seeing this, Zhu Han quickly comforted him: "Folks, don't be sad. We are sent by the imperial court to help.
Everyone solves practical difficulties. As long as everyone works together, there is no difficulty that cannot be overcome."
At this time, a young woman came over with her child in her arms. Her eyes were full of longing for the future: "Two gentlemen, my man works outside, and I am responsible for taking care of the farmland at home. If I can have stability,
With the water source, I can also grow more crops and make my family’s life easier.”
Zhu Han asked softly: "Sister-in-law, what crops are you growing at home now?"
The woman replied: "Mainly corn and wheat, but the harvests have not been good these years. It is either drought or flood. I can't make much money even after a year of hard work."
Zhu Han thought for a moment and then said: "Sister-in-law, we can try to guide everyone to plant some crops that are drought- and flood-tolerant, such as sorghum and beans. At the same time, strengthen water conservancy construction to ensure that crops have sufficient water sources at critical moments."
A glimmer of hope flashed in the woman's eyes: "Really? That would be great! I will discuss it with the man when I get home and see if we can plant some sorghum and beans instead."
Zhu Han nodded with a smile, his eyes full of encouragement: "Sister-in-law, please go back and discuss it with me. It is indeed a good choice to plant some drought-tolerant and flood-resistant crops. We will report the situation here as soon as possible after we return.
The imperial court, strive for more support and help."
The woman nodded gratefully, with tears in her eyes: "Thank you, sir, your words have given our family hope. We will definitely consider it carefully and work hard to live a better life."
At this time, the old woman on the side also came forward. Her face was covered with traces of time, but her eyes showed determination: "Sir, there are still many people in our village who make a living by weaving, but the price of silk thread has recently increased.
As prices rise, our handicrafts become increasingly difficult to sell."
When Zhu Han heard this, he frowned slightly and turned to look at Zhu Biao. The two exchanged a look. Zhu Han said warmly: "Old woman, don't worry, we will report this situation as well. The court may consider punishing such weavers
Provide some support and help.”
When the old woman heard this, a glimmer of light flashed in her eyes: "That's great! We craftsmen are just looking forward to a way to survive."
Zhu Biao added from the side: "Old woman, you might as well organize the craftsmen in the village to form a scale. This may give you more bargaining power and open up sales better."
The old woman thought for a moment, and her eyes flashed with excitement: "Young Master is right. We should indeed unite, help each other, and face difficulties together."
As the sun set in the west, the sky gradually darkened. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao knew that today's visit was coming to an end, but the mission in their hearts was far from over. The two said goodbye to the villagers one by one, promising to transfer their
Every request was brought back to the court to strive for the best solution.
After leaving the village, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao continued to discuss what they had seen and heard today on their way back to the inn. Zhu Han said in a deep voice: "Your Highness, it seems that the lives of the people are indeed not easy, and we still have a lot to do.
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Zhu Biao nodded in agreement: "Uncle Hanwang is right, we must truthfully report the real situation here to the emperor, so that he can understand the suffering of the people and make more wise decisions."
Back at the inn, the two immediately compiled today's notes into a book, recording in detail every villager's demands and suggestions.
In the early morning of the next day, as the first ray of sunshine shone into the inn, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao once again embarked on a journey of private visits in private. Every additional step they take will help them understand more about the people's sentiments and strive for more benefits for the people.
This time, they came to a more remote mountainous area. The life of the people here was more difficult, the mountain roads were rugged, and the transportation was inconvenient. But even so, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao still insisted on walking, hoping to understand the situation here more intuitively.
Walking into the village, what you see are simple huts and barren land. A middle-aged man came up to you, his face full of wind, frost and exhaustion: "You two gentlemen, have you come all the way?"
Zhu Han smiled gently and said: "Exactly, we are businessmen. We passed by here and wanted to ask for a bowl of water from the villagers. We also wanted to see if there was anything we could do to help."
The man quickly led them to his simple courtyard, scooped out two bowls of water from the water tank and handed them to them: "You two gentlemen, please drink. Although we are poor here, we still have enough water."
Zhu Han and Zhu Biao took the water bowl and drank it in one gulp, feeling the sweetness quenching their thirst. They put down the water bowl and began to chat with the man. The man sighed and said slowly: "We are sparsely populated here, and the harvest is always good.
Not good. Although the government provides relief, it is always a drop in the bucket."
Zhu Han listened carefully and nodded from time to time to express his understanding: "Brother, don't worry, we will report the situation here to the court truthfully. At the same time, we will also try our best to provide the villagers with some help within our ability."
When the man heard this, a glimmer of hope flashed in his eyes: "That's great! We mountain people are looking forward to having a good official speak for us."
Zhu Han and Zhu Biao continued to visit other villagers, listening patiently to their appeals and difficulties wherever they went. An old woman took Zhu Han's hand and said with tears in her eyes: "Sir, we lack medical care and medicine here. We are sick.
We can only bear it hard. Can you help us think of a way?"
Zhu Han felt sour in his heart. He patted the back of the old woman's hand gently and comforted her with gentle words: "Old woman, don't worry, we will contact the medical officer as soon as possible to come and treat the villagers. At the same time, we will also recommend that the imperial court set up a hospital here.
The medical center is convenient for villagers to seek medical treatment.”
When the old woman heard this, she was so excited that tears filled her eyes: "That's great! We mountain people finally have hope!"
With Zhu Han's promise, the old woman's eyes rekindled the light of hope. She held Zhu Han's hand tightly, as if she wanted to engrav this warmth and gratitude in her heart forever.
"Sir, you are really the reincarnation of a living Bodhisattva! We mountain people usually have to carry it when we are sick, and sometimes we can't even raise the money to see a doctor. Your words really give us reassurance.
"The old woman's voice was choked with sobs, but she was full of gratitude.
Zhu Han gently patted the back of the old woman's hand and said softly: "Old woman, don't say that. We are people sent by the imperial court, and it is our duty to solve problems for the people. Don't worry, we will do our best to help everyone.
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At this time, a middle-aged man on the side couldn't help but interjected: "Yes, sir, the road here is too difficult. Every time I want to go down the mountain to see a doctor in the town, I have to walk several miles, which is time-consuming."
Not only is it laborious, but it also delays the patient's condition. It would be great if a medical center could be built here!"
When Zhu Han heard this, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes. He turned to look at Zhu Biao, and the two exchanged affirmative glances. Then, Zhu Han said to the middle-aged man: "Brother, your suggestion is very pertinent. We should really do it as soon as possible."
To solve the problem of poor medical treatment for villagers. Regarding the establishment of medical clinics, I have some preliminary ideas and would like to discuss them with you."
When the middle-aged man heard this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and he quickly said: "Sir, please speak, we are all ears."
Zhu Han nodded slightly and continued: "First of all, we need to find a suitable location as the address of the medical center. This place should be convenient for villagers to come to seek medical treatment. At the same time, water sources, lighting and other factors must also be taken into consideration to ensure the environment of the medical center.