HCB Chapter 490: How to Build an Earthen Kang
Chapter 490: How to Build an Earthen Kang
So, she patiently explained: "Grandfather, you see this thing is called a kang! In those extremely cold areas, it is as important as the bed we usually sleep on!
When winter comes, you just need to heat up the kang and then lie on it to rest. It is so warm that you won’t feel cold at all! However, we are now in the south, where the climate is relatively mild and pleasant, so we don’t need to rely on this method to keep warm.
However, in the faraway western countries, the situation is quite different! It is even colder there than in the north! For this reason, when they build houses, they often build a stove on the wall and reserve a chimney for exhausting smoke.
Once the cold winter comes, they will burn the fireplace to make it blazing and hot. In this way, the whole house will be enveloped in warmth, and there is no need to worry about being cold! "
Everyone nodded in agreement, "Well, not bad! In that case, you should quickly write down the method of building a brick bed in detail! When your uncle returns, I will definitely pass this method on to him.
From now on, whether it is the common people or the soldiers guarding the frontiers, when winter comes, they can all use this kang to keep out the severe cold, and sleep peacefully at night without worrying about being woken up by the cold! "
Zheng Sisi nodded obediently and said, "Okay, Grandfather, I'll write down the method when I get back."
She felt very happy to be able to help her uncle and the people in the north improve their living conditions.
After finishing the work of the workshop, Zheng Sisi and Sheng Zhen went to the construction site for inspection. Zheng Laoguogong, Zheng Zhiyuan and Zhong Ruiyu also expressed their interest in following them to visit the construction of the new city.
When they arrived at the city gate of Qingshui County, the scene before them had changed dramatically. The city gate, which was once deserted, was now bustling with people.
Some people walked, some carried loads, some drove ox carts, and some rode horse carriages. There were all kinds of people. Everyone had a smile on his face and was full of hope for the future.
On the open space to the left of the city gate, a simple wall separates it, but also leaves a wide space for pedestrians and vehicles to pass. When designing it, Zheng Sisi deliberately left the street wider to prevent congestion caused by excessive traffic in the future.
A few people got off the carriage and were amazed at the bustling scene before them!
Zhong Ruiyu recalled with emotion: "I still remember when I first came to Qingshui County, our carriages and horses slowly entered the city. The city gate was deserted, and there were almost no people coming in and out. There were very few pedestrians on the street, and the shops on both sides were also deserted. Many shops had signs for sale. It was nothing like the bustling present. It really feels like a different world!"
Zheng Zhimin nodded repeatedly and agreed, "Yes! The changes are really huge. Now the flow of people in Qingshui County is not inferior to that of Beijing, and sometimes it is even better!"
Sheng Zhen nodded in agreement and looked at Zheng Sisi with respect, praising: "All this is thanks to Sisi! It is the delicious dishes and new farm tools she introduced that have created today's prosperity." At the same time, he was also proud of it, because this was his future wife.
Zheng Sisi lowered her head shyly and said softly, "This is not just my achievement. You all have contributed a lot too! Without your investment, how could Qingshui County have developed so rapidly? Of course, there are also Magistrate Cao and the officials in the county government. They have done a very good job in execution and management. All factors are interrelated and indispensable."
After hearing this, Zhong Ruiyu showed a hint of pride on his face. He pretended to be serious and said, "According to what you said, I feel that I am still quite important. It seems that nothing can be done without me. I am not afraid of others calling me a playboy anymore, haha."
His boastful words made everyone present burst into laughter, and the atmosphere became more relaxed and cheerful.
Duke Zheng continued, "I have heard from several shopkeepers who went to the farm to get goods that the snacks and pastries made by the processing workshop are now very popular in other states and are often in short supply.
Some people were curious about the situation in Qingshui County, and the shopkeepers not only introduced it enthusiastically, but also personally took them to the county town for a field trip. It is said that many out-of-town merchants have already started to make reservations in advance for the next batch of shops on the streets. "