Chapter 179

As long as the refugees have a bite to eat to survive, they will be safe. Not everyone loves to do things.

The reclamation of wasteland and the construction of water conservancy projects are progressing step by step. The tens of thousands of acres of land that have been opened are all recorded under the name of the government, and Mu Wanqing has turned it into a collective farm and managed it uniformly.

The refugees who reclaimed the wasteland changed their bodies, signed an agreement with Happy Farm, and became long-term employees of the farm, and their lives were settled down.

The forage seeds are sprinkled and watered, and they survive.

Wait until next year to plant half wheat and half cotton.

Time flies, and the cotton in Shuimu Farm can finally be picked. Mu Wanqing rushed over in person and came with a wave of technical guidance.

Cotton picking is entirely manual and requires a lot of manpower.

Mu Wanqing picked a piece of pure white cotton with her own hands and put it in her hand to examine it. She was very excited. This is cotton, it is clearly white silver.

All the cotton picked is transported to the drying field. After drying for a few days, it is completely dry, and the next step is to clean the cotton.

On this day, all the officials of the Dusifu were invited to participate, and all of them looked curiously at several strange machines, each with a shaft at the top and bottom, the diameter on the top was small, the diameter on the bottom was large, and there was a rocker arm, three mouth.

One person shook the rocker arm, the two shafts turned in different directions, and the white cotton was poured into the upper opening. After a while, the cottonseed and fiber cotton were separated and flowed to different outlets.

Sun Tongzhi was stunned, "County Lord, what is this?"

"It's a rolling mill specially used to remove cottonseeds." Mu Wanqing thought it wasn't advanced enough, but with the limited materials and techniques at the moment, it could only be done to this extent.

Then, everyone saw several strong men hitting the strings with four-foot bows to play the cotton to remove impurities and make the cotton soft.

Three strong men jointly operate a 40-spindle double-sided spinning car, a total of 20 spinning cars, 60 people work together, and the yarn is continuously output. This spectacular scene makes everyone see it straight. Note (1)

The loom itself has its own, but Mu Wanqing made some improvements to make it more powerful.

Watching the stack of white cloth take shape, Sun Tongzhi couldn't help but touch it. It was soft and delicate.

He was overjoyed. "If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed that cotton could be made into such a soft muslin."

He finally knew why Mu Wanqing was able to secure the title of county head with cotton, which was softer and more comfortable than linen.

The key is that the cost is not high, and it can be widely promoted, which is a great boon to the poor people.

The real merit is in the society, and the merit is in the future. No amount of generous rewards can be overstated.

Mu Wanqing smiled slightly, "This white folded cloth can be dyed, comfortable and breathable, and can be made into a warm cotton jacket, quilt, cotton shoes and cotton hat, so that poor people can survive the cold winter."

Sun Tongzhi's heart was full of fervor, until he was finally convinced, "The county's chief merit is immeasurable. I thank you for the people."

"Your Majesty has already thanked me." Mu Wanqing looked happy, "This month, each official will distribute two pieces of cotton cloth."

"Thank you, county lord." The officials present were all overjoyed. The Qingping county lord was very energetic. Since she entered the Dusifu, the first thing she did was to set up a canteen to provide working meals.

The standard of working meals is one meat, one vegetable and one soup, which is clean, hygienic and delicious, and is provided to all officials free of charge.

Just for this, most of the officials said good things about her.

There is not much oil and water in Xiliang, most of the officials are from poor families, and they can't eat meat several times a month. Now they can eat it every day, and their faces are rosy.

Some simply take it home to eat together, and give the family a toothbrush offering.

Now that cotton cloth is released, there is no need to buy new clothes this year, which saves another expense.

Mu Wanqing rubbed the cotton cloth, her expression focused and gentle, "I have a wish, Liangcheng cotton cloth is under the world, please help me."

The officials were in awe, bowed and saluted in unison, "It is my wish, I dare not invite you."

Soon, cotton cloths were placed on the counter of Mu's Firm. The colors were colorful and the price was not expensive, which immediately attracted the attention of the people.

When entered the store, saw all kinds of cotton products. couldn't take eyes off it. When asked about the price, it was affordable. Buy it! Buy now!

All the cotton products were snapped up as soon as they were put on the counter, and those who came late could only sigh.

The clerk said in a timely manner, "We provide a reservation service. You can place a deposit for half and pick it up tomorrow."

Upon hearing this, everyone rushed to pay the deposit, for fear of missing out again.

In the teahouse not far away, Mu Wanqing looked at such a grand occasion, with a smile on her brows and eyes.

She knew it would be like this, cotton would have a huge impact on Daqi.

Standing beside her, mu Ziang looked proud, "sister, you succeeded."

Today, only mu Ziang is free to come out with her. Second Master Mu is going crazy. Everything on Shuimu Farm is under his control.

The cotton cloth workshop came into being, the cotton product workshop and the cotton tire workshop opened together, which was enough for him to work.

mu Zicheng is still busy reclaiming wasteland and can't get away.

"That's, who am I?" Mu Wanqing's eyebrows were curled up, a little too small.

mu Ziang couldn't help laughing. No matter how her status changed, she was still the cute little sister.

"Yes, my sister is the best and the pride of our family."

Mu Wanqing immediately reciprocated, "Second brother, you are also very good. You took good care of the refugees on those farms, and there was no trouble."

Mu Ziang narrowed his eyes with a smile. It doesn't feel good to be praised so much by others, but what his sister praises is to be beautiful.

"Those refugees are also good people who are safe and secure. By the way, how do you plan to settle them? Let them stay for a long time?"

Mu Wanqing had long thought about it, "Refugees are allowed to settle in Xiliang, and each person will be divided into two acres of land, tax-free for two years."

I didn't mention it before, just to see the reactions of all parties.

Mu Ziang was sincerely happy, "that's great. Although the two acres of land are small, it is guaranteed not to starve to death, and I can also work part-time in my spare time. This year's work is easy to find, as long as you work diligently and diligently, you can way to live."

Mu Wanqing took a sip from the teacup, "Second brother, do you still want to be a soldier?"

"Think," mu Ziang nodded without thinking, which has always been his dream.

He temporarily stopped by his sister's side to study and gain more experience. It was because my sister had promised him that she would pick the most suitable time to help him fulfill his dream.

He believed in his sister.

Mu Wanqing respected everyone's choice and tried her best to pave the way for them, "Then I will arrange you to be the general flag under the command of Lord Zeng, how about that?"

mu Ziang grasped the key points keenly, "General Banner? Sir Zeng is about to be promoted? "

Seeing his reaction, Mu Wanqing was a little satisfied, not as naive as before, "Well, because of your merit, you will be promoted to Hundred Households, so the vacant position will be arranged for you."

mu Zi'ang was both happy and worried, "Is it not good for me to suddenly drop into the air?"

Mu Wanqing looked at him with a dignified expression, "You are the second brother of the county magistrate of Qingping, and you are destined to start from a higher starting point than others. This is not enviable. You also have the ability to match, you can manage thousands of people. Refugees can naturally manage fifty subordinates.”

She has been honing her father and brother, hoping that they will stand alone as soon as possible. If they are not capable, she will not force them to that position.

Virtue does not match, there will be disasters.

"Of course, this is all I can do. The rest is up to you. Whether you can subdue your subordinates depends on your means."

Mu Ziang is still confident in this point, "following you for so long, I have learned a thing or two no matter what."

He was sincerely grateful, "Sister, thank you for always teaching me and paving the way for me."

He felt that he was very useless, and he had to make his sister worry about everything, but he was a brother.

Mu Wanqing could see his thoughts at a glance, and took his arm with a smile, "We are brothers and sisters, why are you polite? I hope that one day, when someone mentions me, it is not only the county magistrate of Qingping, but also Mu Ziang. younger sister."

They are all excellent, and over time, will become dazzling people.

She prefers the stars to shine more than the sky in January.

Mu Ziang's eyes brightened and his blood boiled, "Okay, I will try my best to be your pride."

Mu Wanqing comforted him with a word, "Then I'll wait. By the way, ask the brothers in the clan if they want to go to the army with you, and I'll arrange it together."

Brothers fighting tigers, father and son soldiers, and more helpers to support each other.

Mu Ziang answered happily, and remembered one thing, "will you attend this graduation ceremony?"

"Of course, I have to be there for the first graduation ceremony of the Mu family." Mu Wanqing can look forward to this day. There are ten graduates of this class, all of whom are the best in the clan, and can officially Be a social animal.

In fact, this group of people was thrown by her to the farm for an internship before, helping the preparation of the three new workshops, and they did a great job.

When they officially graduate, they can switch to regular jobs and take charge of a whole bunch of things.

The voice of the guards came from outside, "County Lord, Second Master Guo and Boss I Pan are here."

"Let them in."

Two men in brocade clothes walked in one after the other and saluted, "I have seen the county owner."

"No gift, please sit down." Mu Wanqing warmly greeted the guests to sit down and exchanged a few words. Boss Pan was very cramped and only dared to sit halfway.

"Second brother Guo, how is your business recently?"

Brother Guo? Boss Pan was stunned, Guo Er still has such dignity? really can't see it.

He subconsciously looked at the famous Qingping County Lord, a beautiful and unparalleled girl, who would have thought that she was still the acting chief of Liangcheng.

Hey, why are you a little kind?

Guo Er was much more at ease, smiling Yan Yan. "Thanks to the county owner, the cotton cloth is sold out in other places. I want to order another 100,000 pieces of cloth."

The Guo family's sales channels are very strong, each store throws 1,000 horses, and the 20,000 horses previously ordered were sold out quickly.

Mu Wanqing spread her hands and looked regretful, "No, this year's number is limited, and the planting area can be expanded next year."

Guo Er was stunned, "Ah, it's gone so soon?"

Mu Wanqing's seeds this year are still not enough, so she can only hope for next year, at least three years before she can realize the freedom of cotton seeds.

"People rushed a batch of cotton-padded clothes and cotton-padded shoes to the front line. The consumption is huge, and there is not much inventory, but I will leave more for you next year."

Guo Er was helpless, "That's fine, I'll order 300,000 pieces of cloth."

Mu Wanqing pondered for a while, "This amount is a bit large, I can't guarantee it, let's order 100,000 horses first."

More cotton will be planted next year, but the premise is to ensure sufficient food and the red line of cultivated area cannot be touched.

So, more wasteland is needed.

Boss Pan on the side was dumbfounded, how could he do such a business?

Others can't wait to sell more, but this county owner does the opposite, will he do business?

If the output can't keep up, then try to find a variety of cotton, there are so many areas in the Xiliang area.

Mu Wanqing's eyes swept over, and she nodded slightly, "I heard that Boss Pan rented two shops in the specialty and customs street to sell tea bricks?"

Boss Pan is a businessman who understands the rules. When he arrived in Liangcheng, he immediately handed a letter of greeting to the county head's mansion and said goodbye to the dock.

He also didn't expect to see the county owner. He never thought that there would be such a surprise.

He respectfully responded, "Yes, please take care of the county owner in the future."

Seeing that his attitude was okay, Mu Wanqing's smile grew stronger, "I intend to build a cotton wholesale and distribution market in Liangcheng. Boss Pan has experience in this area. Please enlighten me."

Boss Pan is not surprised, it must be Guo Er who said, "You are too polite, I just help people manage the tea market, and I don't have any experience..."

Mu Ziang gave a strange surprise, "how do I remember that Boss Pan is managing for his prefect brother-in-law?"

Only then did Boss Pan notice him, and he glanced at him. The more he looked, the more he felt familiar. It was strange, what happened today, everyone looked familiar.

"Who is this?"

Mu Wanqing took the initiative to introduce, "My second brother, Mu Ziang."

Boss Pan was awe-inspiring and gave a salute, "It turned out to be the second young master Mu. You look at Mian Shan, have we met?"

Mu Ziang: ...

Turns out, he didn't recognize it.

"Not only have we met, we have also lived under the same roof for more than a month."

Boss Pan stared blankly at Mu Ziang, and then at Mu Wanqing, a few images flashed in his mind...

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