nycdaug Chapter 112 Animals and Porcelain: A New Beginning
Chapter 112 Animals and Porcelain: A New Beginning
Animal porcelain begins a new journey
Su Yunlan's gaze was fixed on the porcelain vase, and a bold plan gradually took shape in her mind.
If improved dairy products can be stored in porcelain containers, they can not only be preserved better, but their value can also be increased, allowing them to be sold to more distant places.
She could almost see caravans coming and going, laden with porcelain bottles, carrying the ranch's wealth to all corners of the world.
Thinking of this, Su Yunlan excitedly strolled around the ranch, sometimes stopping to sketch on the muddy ground, and sometimes looking up into the distance, as if looking forward to a bright future.
Her energy was infectious, and even the air seemed to be filled with vitality.
Xiao Yuhan silently watched his wife's busy figure, his deep gaze filled with trust and support.
He knew that Su Yunlan had a new idea, and each time, she managed to turn the seemingly impossible into reality.
"Miss Su, what are you doing?" A deep voice interrupted Su Yunlan's thoughts. Uncle Ma walked over with a frown on his face, full of doubt.
"Uncle Ma, I was just thinking, what if we used porcelain to store our dairy products..." Su Yunlan had barely started when Uncle Ma interrupted her gruffly.
“Use porcelain? How can that be! This is something our ancestors have never done before. What if we anger the gods and bring down disaster?” Uncle Ma’s loud voice echoed across the pasture, attracting a crowd of herders.
Su Yunlan patiently explained, "Uncle Ma, don't worry, using porcelain to store dairy products helps preserve them better, and..."
"No means no!" Uncle Ma interrupted her again. "The rules of our ancestors cannot be broken. We herdsmen depend on this grassland. If something goes wrong, can you bear the responsibility?"
Su Yunlan sighed helplessly, about to continue explaining, when she heard a clear voice rang out...
“Uncle Ma, I think Madam Su’s idea is great.” The sheep girl stepped out from the crowd, dressed in clean herder’s clothes, her eyes firm. “We’ve always talked about improving our lives, and now that we have a good opportunity, why not give it a try?” She walked to Su Yunlan’s side, pointed to the sketch Su Yunlan had drawn on the ground, and continued, “Look, Madam Su has even designed the shape of the porcelain. This long, narrow spout makes it easy to pour and seal, preventing spills and keeping dust and insects out.” She picked up a twig and pointed to the patterns on the bottle, “These patterns will make the porcelain bottle even prettier, and maybe it can even fetch a better price!” The sheep girl’s voice was clear and strong, like a clear spring flowing through the pasture, making some of the previously hesitant young herders start to think.
They talked to each other, their eyes sparkling with curiosity.
Zhao Mumin watched coldly from the sidelines, his jealousy burning ever brighter.
Why does Su Yunlan receive so much support as soon as she arrives?
He said sarcastically, "Oh, Madam Su, you're really something. You haven't even started making it yet, and you're already thinking about how to sell it at a high price. Don't cry if you can't make it or sell it!" His tone was dripping with sarcasm.
Su Yunlan ignored Zhao Mumin's provocation. She bent down and touched the soil on the ground, feeling its temperature and texture.
She had already sketched out a complete plan in her mind, considering every step clearly, from the firing of porcelain to the packaging of dairy products.
She believed that as long as she persevered, she would definitely succeed.
"Elder Sun, what do you think?" Su Yunlan looked at Elder Sun, a highly respected figure in the crowd, hoping he would support her plan.
Elder Sun stroked his beard, pondered for a moment, and slowly said, "Madam Su's idea is indeed novel, but this matter is of great importance and requires careful consideration..."
As night falls, the sky above the ranch is dotted with stars.
Su Yunlan stood outside the tent, gazing at the distant starry sky, her heart filled with anticipation.
Suddenly, a warm hand gently rested on her shoulder...
Xiao Yuhan gently wrapped his arms around Su Yunlan from behind and whispered in her ear, "Lan'er, it's late and the dew is heavy, be careful not to catch a cold." His warm breath brushed against Su Yunlan's ear, bringing a tingling sensation.
Su Yunlan turned around and saw Xiao Yuhan holding a small wooden box in his hands.
Upon opening it, one finds several exquisite porcelain lambs and calves inside, lifelike and endearing.
"Do you like it?" Xiao Yuhan asked gently, his deep eyes reflecting starlight.
Su Yunlan picked up a porcelain sheep, feeling a warm, smooth touch on her fingertips.
"I like them, thank you, Yuhan." She looked up at Xiao Yuhan. These small items, though insignificant, represented Xiao Yuhan's understanding and support for her.
Just then, Young Master Xiao Thirteen came running over, panting, holding a yellowed parchment scroll in his hand.
"Fourth Brother, Fourth Sister-in-law! I found some ancient books that record how people used to store dairy products in porcelain!" He excitedly unfolded the parchment scroll, pointing to the pictures on it, and said, "Look, this is a picture of a special kind of porcelain jar, which is said to be able to preserve milk for a long time without it spoiling!"
Su Yunlan and Xiao Yuhan leaned forward to examine it closely. Although the pictures on the parchment were somewhat blurry, the shape of the porcelain jar and some special symbols could still be vaguely discerned.
These symbols seemed to represent some kind of ancient technique, which aroused Su Yunlan's great curiosity.
Even Uncle Ma, who had always been against it, came over. He squinted and carefully examined the parchment scroll, his rough fingers gently stroking the patterns on it.
After a long pause, he slowly spoke, "This... seems to be something left behind by our ancestors..."
The appearance of the parchment scroll eased the tense atmosphere considerably.
Uncle Ma's attitude also began to change. He no longer opposed it as firmly as before, but began to seriously consider Su Yunlan's plan.
However, just as Su Yunlan was preparing to move forward with the plan and begin drawing porcelain designs, she encountered a thorny problem.
She needed a special pigment that could depict lifelike livestock patterns on porcelain and withstand high-temperature firing without fading.
However, she searched through all the paints but couldn't find a suitable one.
“There is no such pigment…” Su Yunlan muttered to herself, her brows furrowed.
Xiao Yuhan walked to her side and gently took her hand: "Lan'er, what's wrong?"
Su Yunlan raised her head, her gaze resolute: "I need to find this pigment."