203 Chapter 203 Waterwheel
After that, Second Uncle Gu wasn’t in the mood to chat anymore. So, after exchanging a few polite greetings, he brought Gu Chengxi home.
But just as he left, he returned and said, “Oh, I almost forgot. There’s still something I want to discuss with you.”
“Do say,” Gu Chengrui replied.
“Right, I heard that you drew the waterwheel. You see, we were wondering if we could help you sell it.
“At that time, our two families and the Qian family will share the profits. What do you think?”
“The waterwheel is done?” Zhou Ying asked happily. The wheat in the manor was waiting to be watered, and she was getting impatient.
“It’s done. We tried to install it today, and the water test will probably take place the day after tomorrow. The chief will definitely inform you by then.”
“That’s great. It’ll be much easier with the waterwheel.”
“Indeed. Otherwise, it would be too time-consuming and laborious to fetch water from the river bit by bit.”
“Thanks for creating that quickly.” Gu Chengrui smiled as he spoke. He then looked at Zhou Ying and asked, “Do we still have to get involved in the waterwheel?”
Zhou Ying shook her head. “No, we don’t know any carpentry and don’t have time to run a business. We won’t get involved; just give us a waterwheel will do. ”
She didn’t want to have any business dealings with the old family. Otherwise, there would be pointless arguments in the future.
Gu Chengrui nodded in agreement. “This is also what I want. So, Second Uncle, if you want to start a waterwheel business, I suggest you look for the patriarch, the village chief, and the Tian family to discuss
“In addition, this waterwheel is something that benefits the country and the people. I believe it will not be long before word gets out, and the officials may intervene.”
Second Uncle Gu nodded and asked, “This waterwheel can be sold at a high price in areas with little rain. Are you really going to give it up? ”
“Yes, as long as we can get what we need.” Gu Chengrui nodded.
“I’ll release this news, then.”
“No problem. Remember to get us a waterwheel.”
“I know.” Second Uncle Gu responded and went out with Gu Chengxi.
The next night, the patriarch and the village chief weren’t sure of what they heard, so they came to confirm it again. After knowing that the couple really only wanted a waterwheel, they turned and left.
After a whole day of hard work, they finally managed to draw water from the river on the third day. The villagers were delighted and didn’t have to worry about watering the land this year.
The next step was to dig a canal, and the land in the village would be irrigated.
Five days later, the second waterwheel was created. Zhou Ying asked them to send it to the manor, making Chang Shun and the others jump in joy.
In less than half a month, orders for the waterwheel mobilized the labor force of the entire village.
One day, Zhou Ying had just entered her restaurant when she saw Manager Liu waiting inside. She was stunned for a moment before walking over and asking, “Uncle Liu, what brings you here today?”
“General Zhou is waiting for you in the Bamboo Garden on the second floor.” Manager Liu stated as he rose to his feet.
“Since General Zhou is here, let’s go up together.” Zhou Ying offered and went upstairs with him.
After pushing the door open, she saw Zhou Huaiming eating and drinking tea with a look of enjoyment on his face. She went forward and said, “Hello, Brother Zhou.”
“Have a seat. Has Brother Gu already left for the clinic?”
“Yes, he went there early in the morning. The temperature difference between day and night is quite drastic now, and many people have caught colds; the clinic sure is busy.”
“You guys sit down while I call him over.” Zhou Ying said and was about to go out.
“Forget it. There’s nothing that important for him to come over at this time. Don’t call for him.” Zhou Huaiming quickly stopped her.