Chapter 710 Going to the County
Before going out, Xiao Chunyan suddenly stopped Bai Yunxi, "Aunt Bai, please stay, I want to ask. Can I make some ice by myself?"
Without waiting for Baiyunxi's answer, Xiaochun immediately raised his hand and swore,
"Don't worry, Aunt Bai. I just want to use it for myself and will never tell anyone else. If I violate it, I will be struck by lightning."
Listening to her swearing, Bai Yunxi was stunned for a moment, and then couldn't help laughing.
"You kid, why are you so honest? You can use it if you want. Anyone who has read more and studied more will know the use of saltpeter. It's not a big secret. It's hot. Why not make a piece of ice to cool down? "
She had no hope of making money from saltpeter, so she had nothing to hide.
But people in this period pay attention to their oaths and dare not break them easily, and she knows that.
"Of course, the summer is hot this year, and those who make money by selling ice definitely don't want you to leak out and affect their business. Therefore, keeping a secret can reduce some trouble. What's more, this saltpeter can be used infinitely, just use crystallization or Just evaporate and restore.”
She has maintained a good relationship with Baohe Tang in the past few years, and coupled with the noble conduct of the Cheng family masters and apprentices, there is no risk in revealing it to them.
Furthermore, even if she told the truth, based on his understanding of Dr. Cheng, he would not spread it wantonly.
Doctor Cheng knew the purpose of her buying saltpeter, and if she came to buy it again next time, it would be a success.
Listening to Bai Yunxi's tone, the Cheng family's master and apprentice were stunned for a moment, and then nodded solemnly,
"Thank you Aunt Bai for informing me. I understand what you mean. I will definitely not cause trouble for myself and the master. I will just make a piece to cool grandma down."
Xiaochun said, scratching his head in embarrassment,
"I don't dare to hide it from Aunt Bai. My grandma is old. She is troubled by the heat these days. She can't sleep at night and her appetite has dropped a lot. The master has taken some medicine, but it has little effect. If there are ice cubes to cool down, maybe Grandma’s appetite will be better.”
"You are a good and filial boy."
Bai Yunxi nodded, turned around and went out.
Xiaochun watched the carriage leave, then turned around and said, "Aunt Bai is really not an ordinary person, she is admirable."
Doctor Cheng looked at his apprentice and was silent for a moment.
"Since you know this is someone else's secret, don't let it out easily to avoid getting into trouble. Your Aunt Bai is right. The Li family sells ice in the town. I heard that the business is good and the supply exceeds the demand. I didn't expect it to be so simple."
After listening to the master's reminder, Xiaochun snorted,
"The Li family is a black-hearted profiteer. A piece of ice costs a lot of money. Aunt Bai just said that saltpeter can be recycled indefinitely. It's a huge profit."
Although the ice cube is not small, how much meat can I buy with my money?
Doctor Cheng glared at him and said, "Be cautious in your words and deeds. Businessmen pursue profit. It's just natural. We are doctors. It is our duty to treat illnesses and save people. We should not pay too much attention to anything else."
"Aunt Bai is not profit-seeking, otherwise she wouldn't tell us how to make ice easily. Just now, Aunt Bai said that she was going to the county to do some small business. I really want to know what delicious food Aunt Bai sells?"
With that said, Xiaochun looked towards the street again and saw that Baiyunxi's carriage had long since disappeared without a trace.
"People are different. Your Aunt Bai is not an ordinary person. If you were a man, you would definitely be able to achieve a great career."
"Indeed, if all people were as noble as Aunt Bai, the world would be peaceful." Xiaochun nodded in agreement.
At this time, Baiyunxi, who had run a mile away in the carriage, only felt his nose itching.
"A sneeze, a sneeze,"
"Aunt Bai, are you driving too fast and the wind is blowing?" While speaking, Wenyou directly slowed down the car and let the horse rest.
"I'm fine. Someone must have missed me." Bai Yunxi covered her nose with a handkerchief and rubbed it.
The weather is hot, and the wind only comes when you run.
At this time, their group finally entered the county town. They looked at the lively crowd, either in a hurry or waving cattail fans, shouting and shouting.
Baiyunxi directly asked Wenyou to go to Nanshan Inn. There were so many of them that they would all go to Zhang's house at once, which would cause too much trouble.
It was a coincidence for them that there was no one at the inn. It was a hot day and there were not many people staying at the inn. It was considered the off-season.
In order to attract customers, the innkeeper lowered the prices in several small courtyards at the back.
Originally, they had to book three rooms, but now they can book a small courtyard with a small kitchen for the same price, which just meets Baiyunxi's requirements.
The shopkeeper was very enthusiastic and personally sent the person to the backyard of the inn, "Sister-in-law, look, this courtyard is so spacious. If it wasn't for the hot weather and people were too lazy to go out, it wouldn't be so cheap."
Looking at their outfits, although they were dressed a little low-key, the horses they were traveling with were extraordinary. Look at the color of their coats. Look at these four. How could ordinary people afford to keep them?
"Sister-in-law, just rest assured. If you have any problems, just come to me. I guarantee that I will solve them for you."
"Thank you, shopkeeper." Bai Yunxi nodded, the two of them greeted each other politely, and the shopkeeper stepped out cognizantly.
"Xiao Si, you go and help your sister-in-law to sort out the things first. Then help clean up the kitchen. Later we will make some ice bowls and go to Zhang's house to visit relatives."
With that said, Bai Yunxi took out a post from his wallet and handed it to Wenyou,
"You go to Zhang's house to send a message and say we will go there later."
It would be rude to come to the door rashly, but at least send someone a message in advance so that they can be mentally prepared to avoid being caught off guard.
After Wenyou went out, Baiyunxi simply washed up, then started to prepare water and make ice on site.
Speaking of which, it was really convenient to bring Wenyou with her. Her internal force could not only beat people, but also make smoothies, which saved her a lot of energy.
After a while, three or four pieces of ice were formed. Xiao Si made time to come over and help move the ice to the room so that she could have a good sleep at night.
Du Shi sorted out everything, scrubbed the pot, and started making her colorful cassava balls and various fillings.
The whole family worked together. After a while, Wenyou also came back. The colorful balls were paired with smoothies, and each person had a bowl, which immediately cooled down a lot.
Bai Yunxi glanced at the hourglass and asked Du Shi to cool the colorful balls in a basin and put them in the carriage. Except for Xiao Si, the three of them got on the carriage and went to Zhang's house.
Wenyou came to deliver the message earlier. When they arrived at the gate, Zhang Yishan was already waiting at the gate with the maid.
"Aunt Bai, you are here. I will help you get out of the car."
When the little girl saw Bai Yunxi, she immediately came up with a smile and carefully helped her get out of the car. The two of them entered the yard together.
"When I heard that Aunt Bai was coming, my mother was so happy that she immediately told the maid to go shopping and said she wanted to make some delicious food."
The last time Junior Brother Xiaowu came back, he brought a lot of delicious food, and my mother liked it very much.