Chapter Ninety-Five: Returning to the Garden
The popularity of loquat paste far exceeded Mu Qingwan's expectations, and she originally thought that it would take a long time for everyone to accept it, but she didn't expect that the ability of the ancient people to adapt to new things was much faster than expected.
It's like playing cards some time ago, which became popular in a short period of time.
This incident also inspired Mu Qingwan, and some decisions can also be bold, and there is no need to be afraid. With the foreshadowing of Chuanbei loquat ointment, it is much more convenient to promote other medicinal materials.
Mu Qingwan didn't care about resting, and immediately replied to Shu County.
On the letter, Mu Qingwan informed the Wang steward that he could greet the people in advance, how many loquat will be harvested next year, and some vacant land in the orchard can also be opened up and planted with loquat. The nearby Zhuangzi can also be planned to plant loquat trees. As for the price of loquat paste, try to be close to the people, and focus on small profits and high income. Remember, don't drive up prices just because they sell well......
Mu Qingwan also wrote a letter to Pingcheng, and Mrs. Mu mentioned in the previous letter that although Mu Fu had left Pingcheng, Mrs. Mu had arranged Mu Qingwan's Zhuangzi and land, leaving reliable people to take care of it.
In Pingcheng's Biansai, Mu Qingwan also bought hundreds of acres of land, and planned to plant medicinal herbs at that time. However, time was in a hurry, and there were only a few medicinal herbs I discovered at that time, so the large-scale cultivation was delayed. And now, Mu Qingwan has time and energy, so she puts the matter of medicinal herb cultivation on the agenda.
Mu Qingwan informed the steward who stayed in Pingcheng that the previous Chuanbei had increased the scale of cultivation, and in addition, several other medicinal herbs could also be planted on a large scale. Mu Qingwan detailed the precautions for planting in the letter.
After finishing this, Mu Qingwan instructed Ji Xiang to send the letter out as soon as possible.
Mu Qingwan's casual temperament allows her to enjoy herself no matter what the environment is. Zhuangzi's life may be simple and monotonous, but Mu Qingwan feels simple and comfortable, without any worries and worries.
Mu Qingwan's daily homework is to read military books, medical books, writing, and martial arts...... Comfortable and tranquil.
With nothing to do, Mu Qingwan planned to leave Zhuangzi and take a look around. So, he found the king steward and asked about the surrounding environment.
"Little Miss, Zhuangzi is in the suburbs of the capital, facing Baiyun Mountain in the north, and the surrounding environment is beautiful, surrounded by mountains and rivers. Zhuangzi goes south for about five miles, is Baiyun Nunnery, Baiyun Nunnery incense is prosperous, is the place where the good concubine Niangniang leads the hair to practice. About ten miles to the west is the royal enclosure, where hunting is organized every August, when many ministers and their ladies have the opportunity to accompany them. To the east is the people's cultivated land, and your two hundred acres of land are here. ”
Hearing that Mu Qingwan wanted to know about the surrounding area of Zhuangzi, Steward Wang told Mu Qingwan about the situation nearby.
"Oh? What about Baiyun Mountain? ”
The royal enclosure can't go, Baiyun Nunnery may not meet any nobles, Mu Qingwan is very troublesome. Then let's go to Baiyun Mountain, just go for a walk around.
"Miss, Baiyun Mountain stretches for dozens of miles, and it is the only mountain range near the capital, and the scenery in the mountains is beautiful. On the other side of Baiyun Mountain is the Imperial Mausoleum. There is an observation deck at the top of Baiyun Mountain, and when you look down from above, you can see most of the scenery of the entire Baiyun Mountain. It's just that Baiyun Mountain is very large, and there is no place to dig, so you can't go too deep, and there are fierce beasts in the mountain. ”
When Steward Wang heard Mu Qingwan's inquiry, he hurriedly added.
"Oh? Then let's go around Baiyun Mountain. ”
"No, miss, although Baiyun Mountain is famous, except for some experienced local people, there are very few people who go there."
As soon as he heard that Mu Qingwan was going to the mountains, the king steward didn't care about the difference between master and servant, and hurriedly stopped him.
"It's okay, I'll just take a walk around the perimeter."
"But, miss, it's not an easy road. Therefore, although the environment is good, there are very few people who go up the mountain to watch the scenery on weekdays. ”
Steward Wang thought of the difficult mountain road, and even some young people were discouraged, and there were still poisons and beasts in the woods, and he regretted telling Mu Qingwan about the situation of Taibai Mountain, so he tried his best to persuade Mu Qingwan.
"It's okay, it's a big deal, we can't go on, we'll come back. Auspicious, go to lead the horse, I haven't ridden a horse for a long time. ”
After listening to Steward Wang's words, Mu Qingwan was more interested in going to Baiyun Mountain to have a look.
"Yes, miss."
"Miss, then let the dog go with you, he is familiar with the situation in the mountains, and if there is any situation, it is easy to deal with it."
In the end, it couldn't, and Steward Wang had no choice but to think of another way.
"It's okay, it's my lack of consideration, so let's hire an experienced guide. Steward Wang doesn't have to worry, nothing will happen, I will be cautious. ”
Mu Qingwan had her own plans in her heart, and asked Jixiang and Ruyi to prepare some antidote pills, snake repellent and the like, and also brought water bladders and necessary things, just in case.
Mu Qingwan changed into a red riding suit, turned over, and got on the horse with a neat movement, all in one go. Seeing it, the old butler couldn't help but nod.
When Mu Qingwan goes out, she is often dressed in men's clothes, and she is young, just like a handsome young man, but she rarely wears women's clothes. At this time, Mu Qingwan was dressed in a fire-colored riding costume, with a delicate and calm face, as if she was enthusiastic and mixed with ice and snow, as if she was a noble spirit in the sky who did not eat fireworks in the world, which made people can't help but admire and be amazed.
"Good luck, let's go!"
Mu Qingwan took the lead and set off towards the north, followed by auspicious and wishful horses. In addition, Wang Dahu, the eldest son of Steward Wang, set off all the way to invite experienced and often entered the mountain to guide the way. And agreed to meet at the entrance of Baiyun Mountain.
"Phew!"
Mu Qingwan's master and servant rode horses and soon arrived at the foot of Baiyun Mountain.
Baiyun Mountain is majestic, the trees are lush, and only the outline of the mountain can be faintly seen.
There is a place at the foot of the mountain where a wooden house has been built, and the owners are a middle-aged couple. A grass hut was built on the side of the wooden house, and a piece of cloth was hung on the hut, on which were written the words "Ten Miles of Tea Break". There are a few square tables in the hut, which is a stall selling tea.
The people coming and going are sparse, and the shops are orderly and entertaining customers.
"Guest officer, do you want to drink some tea and rest? And steamed buns, meatloaf, steamed buns? Served with home-cooked side dishes. ”
The boss saw Mu Qingwan and a few people leading the horse over, so he warmly stepped forward to entertain him.
"No need, we want to go to the Baiyun Mountain Observation Deck."
Mu Qingwan smiled and waved her hand to refuse.
"Oh, then you go ahead, and the entrance is not far away. Do you want to take the horse away? If you can rest assured, just leave me here. I've been setting up a stall here for years, and it's definitely not a lie. ”