On her wedding night, she went into exile with her pharmacy arsenal

Chapter 1708 Mr. Mo's New Plan

Yan Ruyu readily agreed to the abbot's request, but asked him to come back first because the road construction in the city needed to be completed. After he finished this matter, he could concentrate on the mining business and take Li Wanglin away with him.

The several roads out of the city have been almost repaired, and the abbot thought of working overtime in the evening to finish the work as soon as possible.

Governor Cao and Envoy Li were also filled with emotion, saying that time passed so quickly and in the blink of an eye, the road was repaired.

The two of them came together to see Yan Ruyu.

He first thanked me and then started talking about all sorts of things.

Yan Ruyu sipped her tea in silence. When they had almost finished talking, she smiled and asked, "You two, if you have anything to say, just say it."

Li Chengshi looked embarrassed and said to Governor Cao: "See, I told you to speak directly."

Governor Cao blushed, cleared his throat and said, "Princess, it's like this, the road outside the city is really well built. I have never seen such a good road in my life."

"So, I was thinking, could the city also..."

Yan Ruyu understood and nodded, saying, "Even if Governor Cao didn't say it, this princess also has this idea. However, once the roads in the city are repaired, it will inevitably affect traffic."

Especially in the final stage, the abbot had to use a road roller. How could that thing be used in the city?

If others see it, they will be scared to death.

She had to find a way, but she was too busy these days to think about it.

"How about this? West City is also under construction anyway, so we can start from West City and repair the houses, shops, and roads at the same time."

"This area in Xicheng can be considered a pilot project. There are real samples to show. If we build in other places in the future, the people will be able to respond quickly."

Governor Cao knew that this was a big project. Since ancient times, repairing bridges and roads has always been a big deal. He was afraid that Yan Ruyu would think he was greedy. Unexpectedly...

Governor Cao stood up and saluted: "Thank you, Princess. I am really..."

Yan Ruyu waved her hand: "Your Excellency, there is no need to be polite or courteous. This is for the people of the city and for a long-term plan. This princess understands."

Governor Cao saluted again.

Envoy Li also stood up and said, "Princess, if you need any help from my city guards, just ask. I will never refuse."

"This time, it was also thanks to the help of Li Chengshi and all the soldiers that we were able to do it so quickly and smoothly," Yan Ruyu said sincerely, "In wartime, we are soldiers, and in peacetime, we are farmers. Li Chengshi, you have set a good example."

Li Chengshi was stunned and his heart was shocked.

He is a soldier in wartime and a farmer in his spare time.

This is an excellent strategy for managing troops.

The number of his city defense troops is not too many, but not too few either. They usually train and wait for the court to pay them salaries and food. Why can't they reclaim wasteland and cultivate the land in their spare time and be self-sufficient like they did this time?

After all, what is most lacking here is wasteland.

There are many of them around their barracks, usually covered with weeds. If they were to be grown into food...

The more he thought about it, the brighter his eyes became.

Yan Ruyu sipped her tea and smiled. Li Chengshi was a smart man. She could see that during the road construction this time, he was an expert at scheduling and arranging things.

Now that there is no war, isn't this the best time?

Yan Ruyu smiled and said, "I heard the prince talk about the art of commanding troops before, and I also heard the abbot talk about traveling to other countries. Some countries have military corps. They grow all kinds of things and can produce. Not only do they not need military pay from the court, they are self-sufficient, and can also be very rich, stable and united."

Envoy Li Cheng bowed and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Princess. I understand."

"Envoy Li, don't be too anxious. The soil in the northwest is different. We need to find suitable crops to grow. When the abbot returns to the city later, I will discuss it with him and help you choose a few crops based on the soil. Let's try them first."

Envoy Li Cheng was overjoyed: "Thank you, Princess!"

He had originally come here to accompany Governor Cao, but unexpectedly he was the one who gained the greatest benefit.

Thinking about how the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Revenue always made excuses when distributing things, and how they had to treat the occasional people who came like ancestors, Li Cheng was furious.

If you can be self-sufficient, at least you won't have to suffer this kind of bullying, and you won't have to be anxious when the payday comes.

The more he thought about it, the brighter the prospect seemed to him, so he said goodbye in a hurry and went back to measure the land and think about the plan.

Governor Cao also said goodbye. Before leaving, Yan Ruyu gave him some things and asked him to take them back to his wife.

He also said that Miss Cao and her husband helped a lot this time and he was extremely grateful.

Governor Cao knew nothing about the matter, and was inevitably confused after listening to Yan Ruyu's explanation.

"The prince is in Shencheng now," Yan Ruyu whispered, "He went there in disguise. Miss Cao helped. Just let your Excellency know."

Governor Cao immediately understood that the news of Huo Changhe's trip to Shencheng must not be spread to anyone, and he was very happy to think that his daughter could help.

He left happily with the basket and went back to tell his wife the good news.

In the evening, the abbot came back. Yan Ruyu told him the plan, and the abbot readily agreed.

"I'll go and collect some soil samples. The weather is getting warmer now, so let's plant whatever we can," the abbot thought, stroking his beard. "Do you remember what we planted in the northwest back then?"

"I remember there were dates, apricots, grapes, and watermelon."

Yan Ruyu chuckled: "It depends on whether there are seeds. You have a good idea. This is not modern times. Transportation is a big problem. How can we transport these things you mentioned to exchange for money?"

"They can't even eat themselves, so they still rely mainly on grain."

The abbot suddenly realized: "Yes, that's right, let's plant the crops first."

"Do we have any grain? I need to check in the big warehouse."

Yan Ruyu pondered and said, "I do have some here, but I don't know how much land they can cultivate. I have to copy some first."

"Can those in your space be transplanted?"

The abbot was stunned: "This... I have never tried it, nor have I thought about it."

"Why don't we try it ourselves, right in the garden."

Yan Ruyu nodded: "Okay."

With the new plan, they are all full of energy.

……

Doctor Cao was exhausted. Seeing so many patients every day was too much for him.

"My Lord, are we going back soon?"

"Since we know this plague is fake, is there any need to collect medicinal materials anymore? Is it enough to stabilize the market?"

Huo Changhe wrote to Yan Ruyu while saying, "The market for medicinal materials needs to be stable. I have already discussed this with the Qian Family Pharmacy."

"The plague is fake, but the person behind it has not been caught yet. I have sent secret guards to the outside of the pass to investigate the place Li Jingyao mentioned to see if there is anything to gain."

"If we can catch it, that's great. If not, we have to play it safe so we can turn around temporarily."

Huo Changhe also knew that it was not a good idea to stay in Shencheng all the time. First, he could not reveal his identity, and second, Xiao Chiye was the Grand Commander now, so it was not appropriate for him to be here.

At this time, in a small courtyard somewhere.

The little boy reported to Mr. Mo what had happened in the past few days.

"As expected of Huo Changhe, he managed to stabilize the situation so quickly."

"Okay, let's start the next plan."