nycdaug Chapter 160 Dyeing Techniques Break Through Adversity
Chapter 160 Dyeing Techniques Break Through Adversity
Printing and dyeing techniques break through difficulties
Su Yunlan knew that to fully implement innovation in printing and dyeing, she couldn't bypass Master Zhou.
The next day, she specially selected several newly printed samples and stepped into the printing and dyeing workshop again.
Sunlight streamed through the wooden windows, casting dappled shadows in the workshop, but it couldn't dispel the slightly somber atmosphere.
Master Zhou sat upright with his back to the door, as if he had expected her to come.
When Su Yunlan appeared at the door, he slowly turned around. His weathered face was furrowed, his brows furrowed, and his lines were even deeper, as if they were filled with resistance to the word "innovation".
"Miss Su, what are you doing here again?" Master Zhou's voice was tinged with impatience. He crossed his arms over his chest, forming an impenetrable barrier that kept Su Yunlan out.
Su Yunlan did not back down. She stepped forward and showed the fabric samples in her hands to Master Zhou: "Master Zhou, I know you have some concerns about the new dyeing method, but these days, thanks to everyone's efforts, the new process has been greatly improved. You see, the colors of these fabrics are brighter, the patterns are more delicate, and..."
"Enough!" Master Zhou interrupted her rudely, his tone filled with undisguised disdain. "I've been in this business for decades, what good stuff haven't I seen? Your fancy stuff is nothing but attention-seeking! Dyeing is about tradition and heritage, not your flashy tricks!"
Su Yunlan felt a headache coming on.
She had long known that Master Zhou was stubborn, but she did not expect his attitude to be so firm.
She took a deep breath, suppressing her frustration, and patiently explained, "Master Zhou, I don't mean to deny traditional craftsmanship. I just want to add some new elements to the traditional foundation to make the printed and dyed fabrics more beautiful and practical, and to make our lives a little better."
"Hmph, life is easier now?" Master Zhou sneered. "All I know is that if we lose what our ancestors left us, we'll have nothing left!"
The surrounding craftsmen remained silent, none daring to step forward and offer a word of advice.
They all knew Master Zhou's temper; once he got stubborn, not even ten oxen could pull him back.
Miss Sun stood in the crowd, looking at Su Yunlan with complicated eyes, wanting to say something but not daring to speak.
Xiao Yuhan stood silently behind Su Yunlan, his gaze calm and serene.
He knew that changing a person's mindset was no easy task.
But he believed that as long as Su Yunlan persisted, she would succeed one day.
Young Master Xiao was sketching on the cloth with a paintbrush, seemingly designing a new pattern.
Su Yunlan gave Master Zhou a deep look, placed the fabric sample on the table, and said softly, "Master Zhou, I respect your choice. But I believe time will tell. Farewell."
After saying that, she turned and left the dyeing workshop, leaving Master Zhou standing there alone, his face ashen.
"Wife, what do we do now?" Xiao Yuhan asked.
Su Yunlan did not answer, but simply looked up at the sky.
“To the warehouse,” she said softly.
Instead of continuing to patiently persuade as Master Zhou had expected, Su Yunlan walked straight to Miss Sun and said gently, "Miss Sun, you are most interested in the new method. I will teach you a few key steps that will surely make this cloth look brand new."
Miss Sun was initially somewhat timid, but when Su Yunlan took the initiative to teach her, she was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly.
Su Yunlan took out several specially made dyes and tools from her spatial storage. These were improved by her using modern chemical knowledge, which could make the colors more vibrant and last longer.
As she explained, she demonstrated step by step, and Miss Sun, being clever and quick-witted, grasped the concept immediately.
Master Zhou stood there, stunned, his beard bristling with anger.
He originally thought Su Yunlan would continue to pester him, but to his surprise, she gave up on him and started teaching others instead.
This is downright a challenge to his authority!
"Hmph, those who don't listen to the elders will suffer the consequences!" He cursed inwardly, but couldn't help but prick up his ears, wanting to hear what Su Yunlan was teaching.
Su Yunlan naturally understood Master Zhou's thoughts. She slightly raised the corners of her mouth and raised her voice a few decibels to ensure that all the craftsmen around could hear her.
"The first step is in the ratio of dyes. Different ratios can produce unexpected effects..." She explained the molecular structure of dyes and the dyeing principle in a simple and easy-to-understand way, which greatly benefited Ms. Sun.
Under Su Yunlan's guidance, Miss Sun quickly mastered the new dyeing techniques.
She carefully applied the dye to the fabric and then fixed it with a special tool.
A moment later, a brightly colored and beautifully patterned piece of cloth was presented to everyone.
The surrounding artisans were immediately drawn to it; they had never seen such bright and vivid colors, nor such intricate and complex patterns.
"This...this is so beautiful!" "Miss Su is truly amazing! This new method is indeed powerful!" Exclamations of praise and astonishment rose and fell as the craftsmen surrounded Miss Sun, curiously inquiring about the secrets of the new method.
Master Zhou originally wanted to maintain his composure, but after hearing the discussions around him and seeing the longing for the new law in everyone's eyes, he could no longer sit still.
He jumped to his feet, walked to the edge of the crowd, stood on tiptoe, and tried to see the cloth in Miss Sun's hand clearly.
Su Yunlan saw all of this and was secretly pleased.
That's exactly the effect she wanted—to prove with facts that the new law is superior to the old one.
As long as these craftsmen get a taste of success, how long can Master Zhou's stubbornness last?
"Madam Su, will this... will this new method really allow cloth to fetch a higher price?" a craftsman asked cautiously.
Su Yunlan smiled slightly and said confidently, "Of course! As long as the fabrics we dye are exquisite enough, we won't have to worry about selling them. Then, everyone's lives will get better and better!"
"Alright! We'll all listen to Madam Su!" the craftsmen responded enthusiastically.
Looking at the lively scene before him, Master Zhou's face turned pale and then red.
He wanted to say something, but didn't know how to start.
Just then, a clear voice rang out: "Wife, what are you busy with?"
Xiao Yuhan strode into the dyeing workshop, and a faint smell of dye mixed with the fresh scent of herbs and trees wafted towards him.
He spotted Su Yunlan in the center of the crowd at a glance. She was intently instructing Miss Sun, and the sunlight shining on her made her seem to be coated with a golden glow.
Fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, but this did not affect her focused expression at all; on the contrary, it added to her captivating charm.
Xiao Yuhan's eyes were full of love. He walked to Su Yunlan's side and gently patted her shoulder.
Feeling the familiar warmth, Su Yunlan turned and gave a bright smile: "You've come." Xiao Yuhan gazed at her tenderly: "Are you tired?" Su Yunlan shook her head: "Not tired at all. Seeing these beautiful fabrics fills me with energy." She pointed to the brightly colored fabric in Miss Sun's hand, "Look, this is all thanks to the new technology."
Xiao Yuhan's gaze fell on the fabric, and he nodded approvingly: "It is indeed very beautiful, even more vibrant and eye-catching than before." He reached out and gently stroked the fabric, its smooth and delicate texture like silk.
"This new technology is truly amazing."
"This is just the beginning." Su Yunlan smiled mysteriously and took out a set of oddly shaped tools from her spatial storage. "With these, our dyeing efficiency can be doubled!" These tools were all modified by her based on modern mechanical principles, making them absolutely unique in this era.
The craftsmen gathered around, curiously examining these novel gadgets.
"What is this? I've never seen it before!" "It looks so complicated, does it really improve efficiency?" They discussed it animatedly.
Su Yunlan patiently explained how to use these tools and personally demonstrated their operation.
She skillfully secured the fabric to the improved dyeing and printing equipment, then activated the mechanism. The equipment started operating automatically, spraying dye evenly onto the fabric at a speed more than twice as fast as manual operation.
The craftsmen were stunned, and exclamations of praise rose and fell.
"This is amazing! It's a miracle!" "Lady Su, you're incredible!"
Even Master Zhou, who had been standing by and observing coldly, couldn't help but come over. He squinted and carefully observed the operation of the new equipment. Su Yunlan saw all of this and was secretly delighted.
"Master Zhou, what do you think of this new equipment?" Su Yunlan asked with a smile.
Master Zhou stroked his beard, said nothing, but stared intently at the operating equipment, as if he were thinking about something.
Su Yunlan didn't urge him, but simply waited quietly for his answer.
She believes that facts speak louder than words, and Master Zhou will eventually be convinced by the advantages of the new technology.
Just then, Su Yunlan suddenly remembered something, her brows furrowed slightly, and she muttered to herself, "About Wu, the raw material supplier..."