The Princess and Her Rough-Rider Khan-Chapter 615 - 613 Young Master Li, are you married? (First update)

Chapter 615: 613 Young Master Li, are you married? (First update)

Li Xianyun addressed the crowd, explaining the reason for recruitment, the qualifications required, and the daily wages. She asked them to consider, and if they were interested, to line up to register.

The registration process was also a screening process to check if the applicants met the criteria.

Li Xianyun made it clear in advance that all who qualified would have a one-day trial, which was paid, but those whose weaving and cotton spinning skills did not meet the standard would not be employed.

Even if they passed the trial day, if they were found to be deceitful or lazy, they would be dismissed.

In addition to recruiting women for weaving and spinning cotton, Li Xianyun also stated that they were looking for men to transport goods and do miscellaneous tasks. These men also needed to have good character and be hardworking and able to endure hardships.

Furthermore, Li Xianyun mentioned many details, such as the start time and place for work and that a meal would be provided, among other things.

After finishing the recruitment speech, Li Xianyun began discussing the purchase of cotton from individual farmers.

The textile workshop would buy the cotton at market price, but the final price would depend on the quality of the cotton.

If the cotton was old and yellowed or had too much mixed in leaves and stems, the price would be appropriately reduced.

After Li Xianyun finished speaking, she invited the farmers to ask any questions they did not understand.

Yuchi Hong stood below the platform, watching Li Xianyun.

Facing the farmers’ questions, Li Xianyun responded quickly and thoughtfully. She spoke sensibly, never making promises lightly, and came across as reliable and trustworthy.

Yuchi Hong couldn’t help but be amazed at how Li Xianyun, a delicate young lady raised in seclusion, could be so knowledgeable about the cotton market and the details of garment-making.

It was impossible not to admire her.

The government officers, who had initially scrutinized and doubted Li Xianyun, were now completely convinced.

They could not help but exclaim that Li Xianyun was truly a favorite child of the heavens, not only beautiful but also sharp-witted and eloquent.

After the farmers’ various questions were answered clearly by Li Xianyun, she instructed those interested to register at three different places: the weaving recruitment area, the cotton-spinning recruitment area, and the cotton purchasing area.

While Li Xianyun was speaking on the platform, Bater had already arranged the three registration areas as previously directed by Li Xianyun, complete with dedicated record-keepers and reviewers.

Naturally, they would not accept those who were too old or sickly; these people would have to rely on their family members to earn wages.

Some began to make a scene, crying poverty and acting as though they would make a big fuss or even take drastic action. Just as Li Xianyun was about to step in, Yuchi Hong had already sent government officers to deal with it.

With the government officers’ assistance, the citizens who were not hired, no matter how disappointed, didn’t dare to say much.

Li Xianyun stayed at the entrance of the textile workshop for a while, seeing that everything was well-organized, she then entered the workshop with Youlan and Bater.

The people responsible for recruitment and cotton purchasing were specially appointed by Yelu Yan, all highly capable and independent, so Li Xianyun needn’t worry about a thing.

Li Xianyun toured the various factories just as new looms and cotton-spinning machines were being delivered.

The female workers did not know how to operate them.

Even the Han women from Houtang found these new looms and cotton-spinning machines baffling.

These two pieces of equipment were similar yet different from the well-known looms and spinning machines of Houtang, leaving them at a loss on how to begin.

Before leaving for Liuzhou, Li Xianyun had carefully selected reliable and skilled individuals to be in charge of the textile workshop.

At this time, the Chief of her workshop picked two workers from each factory who were adept and nimble, and she personally taught them how to use the machines. Once they learned, and when all the looms and cotton-spinning machines were replaced with new ones, they could teach the other female workers.

It is said that a gentleman stays far from the kitchen.

Cooking and needlework are tasks men would absolutely disdain to touch, or else they would be ridiculed to their very bones.

Yet, this Young Master Li clearly did not care about this.

He boldly sat in front of the loom, demonstrating and patiently explaining to everyone.

People with knowledge or a skill carry an air of self-assurance about them, earning the genuine respect and conviction of others from the depths of their hearts.

Women watched Li Xianyun’s every move, feeling a natural sense of pleasure and heartfelt admiration.

In the presence of Young Master Li, the notion of male superiority and female inferiority seemed narrow and insignificant, hardly worth mentioning.

The women who came to learn the technique initially wondered why Young Master Li could operate a loom but were soon amazed by the speed and efficiency of the new loom.

It didn’t require much effort to quickly weave a bolt of fabric with fine threads and of high quality, an accomplishment that couldn’t be matched by previous fabrics.

A woman couldn’t help but ask, "Young Master Li, where did you get such a powerful machine?"

Li Xianyun was about to dismiss the question discretely; she did not want to attract attention or be ostentatious.

Had she not been high-profile, she wouldn’t have gotten entangled with Murong Ce, from whom she could not now break free.

She had already suffered in this regard before and couldn’t afford to make the same mistake again.

Youlan spoke up before her, "Our young master himself designed the drawings and had them made by the Carpenter’s Workshop. Not only that, but he also designed the cotton-spinning machine and had it constructed."

She wished the entire world knew of her own master’s virtues.

Li Xianyun looked towards Youlan.

Youlan smiled and stuck out the tip of her tongue playfully.

As Youlan’s words settled, a moment of stunned silence fell upon the crowd, followed by irrepressible words of praise.

"It’s unexpected that not only is Young Master Li good-looking, but he can also design looms and cotton-spinning machines."

"Yes, it’s truly impressive."

"I was wondering how Young Master Li knew how to use a loom, so he made it himself."

"Young Master Li, this loom really does save time and effort."

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"Young Master Li, are you married yet?"

"Young Master Li looks to be about seventeen or eighteen; he should be married by now. Don’t get your hopes up."

They dared not to hope; having been battered and oppressed, how could they be worthy of Young Master Li, pure as the clear moon and fresh breeze?

Li Xianyun smiled and said, "I have long been married, and my spouse and I are in harmony, our relationship is very good. My spouse is the jealous type, so in order not to give her any concerns, I would ask you sisters to keep a respectful distance."

Some things needed to be made clear in advance, especially marital matters, to prevent any woman from developing thoughts about her and needlessly getting their hearts broken.

The women were more interested in Li Xianyun’s marital situation, but upon hearing her say so, they all laughed.

It is often said that handsome men are more affectionate, and it seems to be true.

Young Master Li is so good-looking and maintains such integrity; it is truly rare.

Being his wife must be the fortune of several lifetimes worth of good karma.

After the laughter, Li Xianyun seriously began to explain to the women how to use the loom.

The women also composed themselves, becoming earnest.

Once they were proficient in using the loom, Li Xianyun demonstrated how to use the cotton-spinning machine.

These two pieces of equipment had been simplified and improved, making them easy to handle.

The women learned quickly, laughing as they returned to their respective workshops, eagerly looking forward to using the new equipment soon.