Siheyuan: I decide the fate of the world with my medical skills

Facing his father's astonishment, Feng Jie rushed to support him and looked at Gongzi Yan with a stern look. Gongzi Yan apologized to him, but Feng Quji shook his head and waved his hands, indicating that there was no need to blame him.

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Feng Jie and others, including Gongzi Yan and others, were engaged in heated discussions and debates.

"Hmm, this grease seems to be flowing continuously!"

Someone observed the continuous flow of oil and exclaimed, "Look, this cooking oil seems to be clearer and more transparent than cream oils, but I wonder what it tastes like?"

Another wise man said, "In my opinion, this newly discovered vegetable oil will not be much better than traditional oils, but it may be better in quality and aroma..."

"This statement is unfair!" the Imperial Censor objected quickly.

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His gaze turned to Fusu.

Zheng Guo stood at attention and solemnly announced: "Rapeseed can be used as food when it grows, and can be extracted and made into oil when it matures. I will quickly send a notice to all administrative regions across the country. Request people to plant rapeseed on a large scale in barren areas outside the fields."

Fusu nodded slightly. The tassels on his head rustled, which made him temporarily unwilling to speak. Persuading and promoting agricultural production was originally the duty of him as the chief agricultural official (Note 1: It may refer to an important position in charge of grain affairs during the Qin Dynasty - Zhisu Neishi.).

Unlike other feudal dynasties, agricultural production in the Qin Dynasty was completely carried out under the leadership of the Tianling to ensure the highest efficiency. According to historical records, the "Canglu" provided detailed guidelines - the amount of seeds needed to be planted per mu for rice and linen was 2 dou and 3 fen; corn and wheat was 1 dou; millet and soybeans were 2 dou and 3 fen... and specific regulations were also made on how to fertilize, weed and irrigate each piece of land.

Since the Qin State implemented Shang Yang's reforms, national policy has always supported this "intensive farming" strategy in order to improve land production efficiency and output.

There are many benefits to introducing large-scale rapeseed cultivation. The oil cakes left after oil extraction can be used as feed for livestock or to fertilize the soil. During the growth period of rapeseed, some petals, leaves, roots and a small amount of residual leaves decompose, which can effectively increase the organic content of the soil (Note 1), which plays an important role in increasing soil fertility and further improving land yield and crop quality. The key is that the various states in the south can rotate with rice to achieve a system similar to "growing all year round", which is specifically manifested in rapeseed being planted after the previous season of rice, and after a period of time, the next season of rapeseed is planted, and the cycle repeats (Note 2), thus forming a continuous growth cycle system - the so-called "three-harvest rice system".

On this basis, coupled with effective weather regulation (such as timely rainfall or irrigation technology), stable agricultural productivity will allow people in South China to smoothly assimilate local ethnic groups in the future, and then wait for an opportunity to further expand and govern Hainan Island. This is not limited to the South China Sea coast, but also applies to areas such as Shuzhong and Guanzhong.

Fusu remembered that he had seen a description of rapeseed cultivation in a Ming and Qing dynasty literature. The text clearly stated that if all plots of land were used to grow winter wheat or other grains, not only would the cost be too high and the resources would be seriously consumed, so at least a portion of the arable land should be used to grow rapeseed. This was because growing rapeseed could be used to make cooking oil and also fertilize the land. Under normal circumstances, the oil cakes produced by one acre of rapeseed were enough to moisten about three acres of land.

By combining these knowledge points in his memory with Zheng Guo's suggestions, in the following days, Fusu decided to first test this rapeseed planting plan in the areas around Chang'an and Haiyan County, and then gradually promote it to the whole country after the harvest next year.

In this atmosphere of endless debate, the first extraction and pressing process was completed.

According to the understanding and description of this extraction method by later generations, the "first pressing" process means extracting the first wave of oil. Although these initial oils contain a large amount of water and the color and transparency are not good enough, they can be effectively used for daily needs such as cooking, and there are no serious quality problems. As long as the droplets in the oil tank stop flowing, the "first pressing" process has completed its mission.

The next step is to compress and squeeze the remaining oil residue again.

It is the same as the preparation before the first pre-pressing: grinding the raw materials, steaming them in a steamer, and then pressing them into round cakes, which are then transported to the oil pressing machine to extract the oil.

But during the dismantling process, several palace guards with sweat on their foreheads seemed to be in trouble - the tightly packed grease slices in the extruder could not be pulled apart by hand alone.

When Gong Shugui saw several soldiers busying around under the emperor's gaze, a faint smile emerged in his heart.

A technician came on stage with a hammer and a small wedge, inserted it skillfully into the gap between the cakes, and tapped a few times, separating the tightly pressed cake slices. Several hidden officials and servants came over with their heads down, carrying the separated cake slices out of the room.

Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Fusu felt that there was no need to waste time here any longer. Therefore, before leaving, he instructed his followers: "Next, provide these hard-working palace guards with two kilograms of vegetable cooking oil each."

After hearing these words, Feng Jie couldn't help but twitch his mouth.

According to his understanding, the "two catties" mentioned by Fusu should be a direct statement of quantity, not an exaggeration. Recalling last night when the eunuch leader Han Rang chased them out and handed each member two small cubes of soap. He and Zheng Guo smiled at each other, and the expressions on both faces showed the same confusion and puzzlement.

About a quarter of an hour later, the vehicle guided us across the Wei River and directly reached Zhaoyang Palace.

After a busy morning, lunch time has arrived.

Compared with King Ying Zheng of Qin who did not provide meals, Fusu, the next-in-line heir, frequently invited high-ranking officials to share meals together in order to accumulate prestige.

At this time, inside Zhaoyang Palace, all the ministers who had observed the extraction process were gathered here, waiting for the meal to start. Because the number of entourage was relatively limited, many high-ranking officials who usually only feasted in the outer court were now invited to sit in the seats in the hall.

Lunch is simple, consisting of slow-cooked and grilled meats with pickled vegetables, which is intended to cultivate a sense of recognition of pasta habits - everyone is served a bowl of hot and delicious stringy noodles as a meal.

The book "Li" records that pork should be eaten in the first month of winter, so the noodles are served with fried pork and mushrooms, making the whole dish more filling and tempting.

Although mushrooms were tribute items and difficult to taste in daily life, people are more concerned about another condiment on the table that has a fragrant aroma and a spicy taste.

"This is called Yi, a food accessory sent from the southwestern Shu area." Fusu scooped a suitable amount of seasoning with a spoon and sprinkled it on the noodles, then gently mixed it evenly.

"薆" actually refers to the Cornus officinalis plant.

Not long ago, Fusu noticed that there are several different types of dogwood. In particular, this type of dogwood from Shuzhong is not as spicy as the commonly known chili peppers today, but for him who prefers a slightly spicy taste, it is just the right amount.

So, there is a kind of "oil-splashed chili" that simulates the Qing Dynasty style in front of everyone...

In the mid-winter month, the sun is in the Wei constellation; at dusk it is near the Wei constellation; at dawn it is to the west of the Seven Stars; the rivers begin to freeze, the earth begins to freeze, pheasants enter the rivers and turn into clams; the rainbow disappears in the sky.

Outside the city of Kuaiji County in Wu, villagers from various villages gathered together and walked in a specific direction.

Because the villagers went out empty-handed, carrying neither weapons nor farm tools, the clerks and guards who were guarding the pavilion leaning against the doorposts were basking in the sun leisurely and did not respond overly nervously.

A strong man who was eight feet tall approached, leading a horse, looking exhausted, and observing these hurried and impatient civilians with confusion.

Qin Fa is strict and severe. So many mature men gathered together will inevitably be severely punished by the law!

Could it be that the moment my father had been waiting for had arrived?

“Hey, what are you doing?” he stopped a random pedestrian next to him and asked.

It was unclear whether it was because the strong man was too strong or the clothes the villager wore were too worn out, but with a creaking sound, a huge tear appeared on the cloth on the villager's body, revealing the pitch-black skin underneath.

"This is a government robe!" The villager was immediately annoyed and began to hurl at the man with a barrage of curse words.

You know, agricultural productivity was low at that time, and a piece of clothing was not cheap. When someone passed away, they would even include higher quality clothing in their bequest list...

"You bold lunatic, I apologize to you on his behalf!" The old man replied respectfully with his hands clasped together.

The villagers whose clothes were torn dodged hastily and returned the 'Ying Ai' coins in their hands, their faces filled with fear and anxiety.

He recognized that this man was Fan Zeng, who had served under General Xiang Yan in the past. So the father mentioned by the tall young man must be the legendary Xiang Yu who could lift an iron rod!

What should I do? I just said something bad about him, will he kill me? Although the temperature has gradually dropped, the back of the countryman has instantly become wet.

Since the Qin State completed its unification, although the entire country was governed by Qin law, in remote southern areas such as Wu and Yue, far away from the Qin capital Xianyang, the tradition of clan rule had continued for hundreds of years and did not disappear overnight.