Chapter 108: Chapter 108 Design Tools (2)_1 Chapter 108: Chapter 108 Design Tools (2)_1 “If manpower is not enough, corresponding tools can be used.” Lin Ziyin responded instinctively.
“What tools?” Chu Suifeng asked.
Upon hearing this, Lin Ziyin immediately put down the screw in her hand and looked up.
She met Chu Suifeng’s icy gaze then quickly lowered her eyes.
“A set of tools, I’ll give you five hundred taels of silver,” Chu Suifeng spoke again, “and write off the silver you borrowed last time.”
Lin Ziyin looked at him in surprise, weighing the feasibility of the proposition in her mind. It wasn’t that she wasn’t moved by the prospect of the silver, but she knew that some silver could be taken, while some was too hot to handle. In an era where she had no means of self-protection, she didn’t want to draw attention.
“You are a citizen of Feng City, and contributing to Feng City should be a matter of pride for you,” Si Jinhan threatened.
“I can tell you about the tools, but you, my lord, must promise me that you won’t say that it was my idea publicly and ensure the safety of my family,” Lin Ziyin replied.
“Agreed.” Chu Suifeng was slightly surprised by her suggestion.
“Please wait, my lord.” Upon hearing Chu Suifeng’s agreement, Lin Ziyin finally agreed.
Quickly, she took several pieces of paper from the house, picked up a burnt stick from the kitchen, and started drawing on the paper.
“This is a wrench…” She explained as she drew.
Chu Suifeng and Si Jinhan both came over and watched, one on each side. As Lin Ziyin continued, both were stunned by what they saw.
If they hadn’t seen and heard it for themselves, they would never believe that the unremarkable young girl before them could come up with so many wonderful ideas. Even the most outstanding craftsmen in their Tianji Building might not come up with such ingenious tools and designs.
“My lord, these are bearings, and the beads in the middle are the most important,” Lin Ziyin continued. “Moreover, regular maintenance is essential. Grease is needed for maintenance.”
As there were no engine oils in ancient times, Lin Ziyin subtly reminded them to use other types of grease instead.
“Alright. I’ll show it to you once I’ve made it,” Si Jinhan said, eyeing her meaningfully.
Lin Ziyin remained silent.
Chu Suifeng stood in front of her, staring at her intently, but she showed no sign of fear.
“Amitabha.” The chant of a few monks came from outside.
Lin Ziyin looked at the sky and found that it was nearly noon.
So she spoke politely but distantly, “I’m sorry, my lord, but I must go and exchange culinary skills with the masters.”
It was then that Chu Suifeng remembered her plan to open a private kitchen with him, and he nodded in understanding.
“It seems I’m in for a treat today,” Si Jinhan brazenly said.
“Let’s go.” Chu Suifeng, noticing a flash of annoyance on Lin Ziyin’s face, found it somehow funny and hastily stopped the arrogant Si Jinhan.
“Huh?” Si Jinhan looked at him in confusion.
“Let’s go back to Tianji Building” Chu Suifeng ordered.
Hearing it was an official matter, Si Jinhan immediately went off with him and the guard, leaving Lin Family property.
“Let’s get started.” Lin Ziyin breathed a sigh of relief and cheerfully addressed the monks who had just arrived.
“Master, what are we creating today?” Having visited frequently over some time, the little monks and the Lin Family were now well acquainted and spoke more freely.
“We will make superior tofu and steamed egg with tofu,” Lin Ziyin answered with a smile.
The Lin Family kitchen was spacious and even with several people, it did not feel crowded.
The eight monks watched Lin Ziyin busily working without blinking, fearing they might miss any of her actions.
The villagers of Shili Village watched Chu Suifeng and the others ride away on their tall horses with envy, but with the Lin Family now entwined with the Si Family, no one dared to mess with the Lin Family, even if some jealousy was harbored.
The Yan Family also saw Chu Suifeng and his party leave, and their narrowed eyes widened in shock. They became increasingly obsessed over the canceled marriage.
While no one in the village dared to mess with the Lin Family, the powerful from outside did. The moment Lin Ziyin left, trouble occurred.