lcionline Chapter 186 There's something you can do.
Chapter 186 There's something you can do.
The discovery of a coal mine in the back mountain has been going on for quite some time.
Gao Mengli didn't move, and neither did Lin Xi.
The main problem is that that thing needs to be used for piping, and using it carelessly could lead to carbon monoxide poisoning.
So the new house in the courtyard did have an exhaust pipe installed for the stove, but no pipe was connected.
As for iron, she and Lin Xi didn't have time to forge sheet metal to make pipes.
Bamboo tubes can be used as a substitute, but they don't last long.
As for limonite, the two of them were skeptical about developing it for the time being.
After all, if this thing were revealed, it would definitely attract the attention of "noble people" who would fight over it.
As for buying the mountain, they had no such idea.
After all, places with iron ore deposits will never belong to ordinary people.
Even if you manage to buy it upfront and spend the money, what if the mountain is eventually occupied by someone or requisitioned by higher authorities without compensation? In that case, it would be a net loss.
Gao Mengli looked up at Du Hao, whose eyes were full of expectation, and paused for a moment. "I need you to help my family dig coal ore."
When it comes to "coupon hunting," you should do it as soon as you can!
We could make a quick buck from the coal mine.
After all, people only knew it was a dark thing and never thought it could replace firewood.
However, coal-fired stoves need to have their exhaust pipes modified before they can be used, otherwise they could easily cause fatalities.
"Coal ore?" Du Hao scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed.
After all, he was a seasoned traveler who frequented various places and roamed the country; he had no idea what coal ore was...
Gao Mengli looked at Du Hao and kindly explained, "Coal ore, it's just black stone, it looks pitch black."
However, seeing the clear, untainted look in Du Hao's eyes still made Gao Mengli's head spin.
I doubt he'd understand this just by being told.
She waved her hand, "Alright, just carry a basket on your back and come with me while it's still light."
Du Hao nodded quickly in agreement, "Yes, yes! Okay!"
He took two bandits with him, carrying baskets on their backs, and followed Gao Mengli into the mountains.
Lin Xi frowned, somewhat worried. She looked up at A Li, who was staring blankly at the roof, and called out, "A Li, go up and check on him."
Ah Li snapped out of her daze, nodded, and in a few leaps, she caught up with Gao Mengli.
Gao Mengli led Du Hao and the others through the mountains and forests. The sun had already set, the path underfoot was rugged and uneven, and with the light dimming, everyone walked very carefully.
Ah Li leaped nimbly among the treetops, following closely behind, always keeping a watchful eye on the surroundings.
Before long, they arrived at the cave where Gao Mengli and Lin Xi had previously mined coal.
Gao Mengli stopped and pointed to some black stones lying on the ground near the cave entrance, explaining, "This is coal ore."
Du Hao quickly ran forward, squatted down, and carefully examined the coal ore in his hand, touching it until his hand was covered in black grime.
He looked puzzled: "Sister-in-law, do you want this dark thing?"
Gao Mengli smiled and nodded: "Yes, if I need to use them in the future, you can dig some up here for me and bring them back. The reward is a meal!"
A meal!!!
Du Hao and the two bandits exchanged a glance, their eyes suddenly lighting up!
So, does this mean that every time you dig, you get a free meal?!
Moreover, the journey is not far. If they use their lightness skills, it will take them less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn to get here!
The three quickly picked up the coal ore from the ground and put it into their baskets.
Ah Li, perched on a branch in the tree, stood guard vigilantly.
He would glance around at the surrounding mountains and forests from time to time, fearing that a large insect might suddenly appear.
Meanwhile, Lin Xi was also busy in the courtyard.
He asked the chubby girl to buy two thick bamboo poles and began preparing materials to modify the stove's exhaust pipe.
Although bamboo tubes can only be used temporarily, careful planning is still needed to ensure safe use, especially the sealing, which cannot be taken lightly.
He's the one who uses the kitchen, and he doesn't want to "die" for now!
While busy outside the courtyard, Lin Xi would occasionally look up towards the direction of the mountains and forests.
Just then, someone knocked on the gate of the old house next door.
When Gao Mengli brought Du Hao and the others back, it was already completely dark.
As soon as she entered the house, Lin Xi rushed out, her face full of indescribable emotions.
Gao Mengli understood; Lin Xi had something to say to her.
He immediately waved to Du Hao and the others, saying, "Just carry the coal into the yard and put it in a corner."
After giving his instructions, he turned to look at Lin Xi and asked, "What's wrong?"
Lin Xi pursed her lips and pointed to the old house with her chin, "Someone from next door came. My parents said that if you come back, they want you to go over and recognize them."
Gao Mengli was slightly taken aback, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes, "People came to the old house? Why did they go out of their way to recognize them?"
Lin Xi shrugged helplessly, "Because the person who came was my aunt, who also brought a little cousin. My aunt lives in Ping'an County, which is northeast of Ling'an Prefecture, so it's rare for her to come here."
My mother said this is only the third time my eldest aunt has come back since she got married.
"Big, big aunt?? Cousin?"
Gao Mengli was baffled by Lin Xi. Since they were family, why did Lin Xi have such a peculiar and complicated expression?
Gao Mengli's lips twitched, and she looked at Lin Xi, "Is there a problem?"
Lin Xi's wicked intentions were like a gourd with its mouth sawed off; he didn't reveal a single word.
So when Gao Mengli and Lin Xi went to the old house next door, they saw two strangers sitting in the courtyard.
Without a doubt, these must be the aunt and cousin that Lin Xi was talking about.
Gao Mengli carefully examined the two of them. Her aunt looked haggard, with a hint of fatigue and helplessness in her eyes, and her hair was slightly messy.
Although the clothes were relatively clean, they were also noticeably old and worn.
The younger cousin sat timidly beside her aunt, her eyes always darting around, her figure thin and frail, as if a gust of wind could blow her over.
He nervously clutched the hem of his clothes, head down, and remained silent.
When the eldest aunt saw Gao Mengli and Lin Xi come in, she immediately stood up, walked over with a smile, took Gao Mengli's hand, and looked her up and down.
“Mengli, you’ve grown so much, your aunt almost doesn’t recognize you anymore.”
Gao Mengli raised the corners of her mouth in her signature yet polite fake smile and greeted her aunt, "Hello, Aunt."
After exchanging pleasantries, Gao Mengli had just sat down on the bench.
With a beaming smile, the eldest aunt exclaimed, "Oh my, Mengli, I remember you were only this small when I came back last time, and now you've grown so much!"
After saying that, he even gestured to indicate a height.
Gao Mengli was taken aback, then chuckled dryly and replied, "Auntie, more than ten years ago, it wasn't this small."
What are you talking about? She's not some kind of celestial being; it would be strange if she didn't grow up...
"Yes, it's been more than ten years..." Upon hearing the reply, the aunt's thoughts drifted away, and she felt somewhat embarrassed.
After all, the first two times she returned, it was only when her parents were seriously ill that they informed her.
But every time she returned to Wangyue Village, she never got to see the two elders one last time.
She never returned after the two were buried.
She was a little embarrassed to have come back to visit so suddenly.
She quickly changed the subject, pulling her cousin beside her, "By the way, Mengli, this is my youngest daughter, your cousin, named Jiang Yue."