I traveled through time and space and encountered a famine, and I became a hermit.

Chapter 307: Building a Fireplace

Unexpectedly, when they thought they were going to freeze to death, God sent kind-hearted people who gave them cotton-padded clothes and quilts, and they were able to survive again.

For a moment, everyone cried like children.

Seeing this, Gu Dahai felt a little bit sorry.

Thinking about how I had just seen central air conditioning, after asking my daughter about its functions, I looked up some "ancient" ways to keep warm on the Internet.

It mentions a kind of kang, which is very suitable for this place.

So he said, "Dad, I read in a book before that there is a kind of kang that can keep you warm.

My son has made a small model and knows some of the principles. Why don’t we stay and teach them how to build a kang? This will also help them get through the winter better.”

Mr. Gu thought for a moment and said, "That's fine, but the bricks should be used only after asking the county governor for permission. You should ask the general about this first, and then find someone to teach you after getting permission, so as to avoid making people happy for nothing."

"Thank you for your reminder, Dad. I know what you are doing," said Gu Dahe.

After Gu Dahai finished speaking, he went to find the general defending the city who was talking to Gu Dajiang and explained his intentions.

The general was greatly surprised to hear this and was about to take Gu Dahe to find the county magistrate.

Then they saw a group of people coming from a distance, led by the county magistrate, Wu Ziqi.

The general patted Gu Dahe's shoulder happily and said, "No need to look for him, the county governor is already here."

As early as when the Gu family was distributing supplies, someone had already notified the county magistrate.

Upon hearing this, the Gu family members all looked at the person who was coming. They saw the man riding in front was in his early twenties, with outstanding looks, tall and thin, and had the noble temperament of a scholar.

Before the man came closer, Yang Sheng shouted, "The county governor is here!"

The man was approaching, he dismounted from his horse and walked forward a few steps.

Everyone knelt down and saluted. The man said in a gentle voice, "Everyone, please stand up quickly. Don't let the snow get your clothes wet."

Everyone felt warm in their hearts and stood up to express their gratitude.

The general defending the city hurried forward, leaned over and whispered to the county magistrate in detail what the Gu family had done and their itinerary.

The young county magistrate took a look at the Gu family members and found that each of them had an extraordinary demeanor and beauty. It was obvious that they were from Yu Qing family. No wonder they came back to do such a good deed.

He walked forward, bowed to Mr. Gu and the others, and said, "Thank you for your timely help. Please accept my greetings."

Upon seeing this, Mr. Gu quickly grabbed the county magistrate with both hands, and the others also turned sideways to avoid the attack.

Mr. Gu said, "Oh, no! No! You are the county magistrate, and we are just ordinary people. How can we accept your gift? Sorry for the trouble we have made!"

Besides, they are just some old things that are no longer used at home, and they are not worthy of such a solemn thanks from the adults."

“These may be old items to Mr. Yu, but they are life-saving items to the people of Longcheng.

If you hadn’t sent them here despite the ice and snow, I’m afraid that by next year, all these people who had migrated here with great difficulty would have been frozen to death and starved again.”

When Wu Ziqi thought of this, he couldn't help but shed tears.

Knowing that she had lost her composure, she quickly pulled up her sleeves, wiped her tears, and continued, "I'm sorry to have embarrassed you. It's been really hard these past six months!"

Old Master Gu looked at the young man in his early twenties in front of him. He was not even as old as his youngest son, but had to shoulder the responsibility of a county.

He then comforted her, saying, "This is all God's will. It is thanks to the blessing of the county governor that we have today's result.

The ice and snow will eventually pass. My Lord has rebuilt this city and has done a great deed. Everything will be fine in the future."

Wu Ziqi was able to become a county magistrate at such a young age, so he naturally had the abilities and skills.

He was originally the illegitimate son of an aristocratic family, and had grown up in luxury. However, during this period, "a good cook cannot cook without rice". Even though he had a lot of ambitions and strategies, he was unable to solve this predicament of being trapped on an isolated island.

Now, the arrival of the Gu family solved the problem that had troubled him for a long time, and seeing Mr. Gu who was like an old father to him, he finally couldn't control his emotions.

However, he quickly calmed down and listened to Mr. Gu's encouragement, and expressed his gratitude again.

Gu Dahai took the opportunity to step forward and expressed his idea of teaching people how to make a kang, and also mentioned the bricks and stones that would be needed.

After learning the benefits of this resistance, the county magistrate applauded in support.

He even stepped forward and grasped Gu Dahe's hand, saying, "Sir, if you can give me some advice, I would like to thank you on behalf of the people of Longcheng!"

As he said this, he was about to kneel down and pay great respect to Gu Dahe.

Gu Dahe quickly pulled him up and said, "Sir, you don't have to do this. It's really embarrassing for me. I just can't bear it. If I pass on my skills, it can benefit more people and it can be considered as doing good deeds for my daughter."

"No matter what, I want to thank you for your righteousness!" said the county magistrate.

"If we have the bricks and stones, we can arrange for people to come and learn today. We can find a house and I can take them with me and teach them while we make the kang. This way they will learn faster." Gu Dahe said.

The county magistrate knew that they had further plans and did not want to waste any time, so he gave the orders.

The followers quickly found people who wanted to learn, and when everyone heard that they could learn a craft, they immediately responded and followed.

Gu Dahai accepted everyone who came and let them learn from him. If he could teach one more person, he could save more effort.

The county magistrate was indeed a man of action. While he was looking for people, he found a yard and brought in bricks and stones. "Sir, do you think these bricks and stones are enough? If not, I will ask them to bring more."

Gu Dahe had already calculated in his mind. Seeing the pile of bricks and stones piled up like a small mountain, he nodded and said, "It should be enough. If not, we can come back for more. Then I will take them to make the kang first. Please help yourself, sir."

After Gu Dahai finished speaking, he took his people to the courtyard and began to teach everyone while preparing the dish.

Some people who could write even wrote down the steps of making the pit.

After Gu Dahai explained the principles and precautions, he began to spread the seeds one layer at a time and let the people with more outstanding performance spread the seeds one layer at a time.

In this way, everyone was busy until dark, and they had successfully built a kang.

Afterwards, Gu Dahe explained the precautions to be taken afterwards, "Our kang plate is ready, the first step is to dry it, and the second step is to bake it after it is dried.

If small cracks appear during the drying process, don't be afraid, you can use mud to repair them.

When burning a fire, do not make it too strong. Let the kang be heated evenly. At the same time, check for any smoke leaks. If any are found, repair them in time.

After baking over a low fire, it can be used normally. You can burn a fire outside and the house will be warm.

How are you doing with your studies? Are there any who can get started?" Gu Dahe asked.

A few people actively said, "Master, we feel we are almost there, but we still need to practice. We hope you can guide us for another day."

Gu Dahe thought for a moment and said, "No problem. I'll watch you guys tomorrow."

"Yes, thank you for your guidance, Master." Everyone said respectfully.