Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

At this sacred and solemn moment, he closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Along with the smell of burning tobacco in the pipe, his thoughts seemed to drift back to the distant past. It was a long-lost feeling that filled his heart with endless emotion.

"Huh~~" As a puff of smoke blew out, a satisfied smile appeared on Lin Xiaofeng's face. However, several violent coughs followed, breaking the brief tranquility. He endured the sharp discomfort in his chest, but still couldn't bear to put down the pipe in his hand. He took a deep breath, and then another, with that honey-like smile on his face, as if at this moment, he had found his former self.

"Hissing" After his body shook twice, Lin Xiaofeng had to hold on to the wall and groaned. After reliving the memories of his previous life, he glanced regretfully at the pipe in his hand, an old friend who had accompanied him through countless lonely nights. However, he also knew clearly that this piece of crap was really not a good thing, and his lungs were still young.

He made up his mind that today's bite would be a reminder of the past, and he would completely say goodbye to this bad habit from now on! He picked up his pipe, turned around and walked back to the restaurant. However, when he just walked to the door of the restaurant, he vaguely heard a fierce quarrel coming from inside.

Lin Xiaofeng frowned and walked in, only to see Father Jesus angrily arguing with the restaurant owner in his unique native language, while the owner stood there confused and at a loss. Puppy Tail and Lu Sinan were on the side trying to calm down the sudden turmoil. A group of foreigners stood behind Father Jesus, watching the quarrel with eager eyes.

Lin Xiaofeng coughed lightly, as soft and majestic as the spring breeze blowing across the lake. This slight cough immediately stopped the quarrel, and everyone looked at him sideways. When Father Jesus saw Lin Xiaofeng, he immediately complained to him as if he had seen a savior: "Mr. Lin, look at this man. He looks down on me for spitting in my food..." As he said this, he raised the plate and brought it to Lin Xiaofeng.

Lin Xiaofeng lowered his head and saw a large mouthful of spit clearly in a braised side dish. He immediately looked at Lu Sinan with a serious look on his face: "What's going on? Can't you handle such a small thing?" Lu Sinan hurried forward and grabbed Lin Xiaofeng's hand with one hand and pulled her with the other. The owner of the restaurant went to the kitchen.

When the chef arrived, Lu Sinan smiled bitterly and said, "There is indeed something wrong with the master. The priest who was chatting with me just now was more direct with foreigners. He said that our food in Jingjiang was unpalatable, but the waiter overheard it. He spit at the mouth when the food was served." The restaurant owner panicked and said, "Sir, I didn't know that I was your guest. I didn't control the guy below, so I fired him right away. All the guests today are treated by me."

Lin Xiaofeng raised his hand with a gloomy face and said: "Forget it, I've already vomited. I've already offended him. Why are you quitting him? With so many foreigners coming to Jingjiang, it can be considered an international metropolis. Can the level of the service industry be improved? Let's see. Why are foreigners so anxious about this? Please pay attention to me in the future!"

The restaurant owner nodded repeatedly with a flattering smile on his face: "Then... what should I do about this, Master?" Lin Xiaofeng touched his forehead and quickly thought about how to solve this difficult problem. He not only wanted to calm the turmoil but also make these foreigners work for them with all their heart. It would be bad if the free labor force behind was discriminated against once they arrived and ran away.

He had an idea and said: "Let's do this. You all use egg whites to froth the dish and put it on top to cover the spit. In addition, we will send a few plates of our Jingjiang specialties to the priest as an apology from our restaurant. And how should you treat the guests in the future? Treat everyone equally and don't be biased because of their nationality or skin color." After hearing this, the restaurant owner, Puppy Tail and others all nodded in agreement with Lin Xiaofeng's proposal. This not only calmed down the storm, but also allowed foreigners to feel the enthusiasm and hospitality of the people of Jingjiang.

Lin Xiaofeng walked out of the inner room with a happy face, and his smile was filled with confidence and satisfaction. The lights in the restaurant reflected on his face, making him look particularly soft, making his expression even more affable. However, as soon as he showed up, he saw Father Jesus, the missionary from afar, who always had an imperceptible arrogance and stubbornness on his face.

At this moment, the priest stood there expressionless, staring directly at Lin Xiaofeng with his deep eyes, as if he wanted to see through his heart. He spoke slowly, his voice low and powerful: "Mr. Lin, if someone insults me, how do you think such a thing should be handled?"

Lin Xiaofeng was stunned for a moment, then gently patted the priest on the shoulder, still maintaining the signature smile on his face, and said: "Father, you should learn to do as the Romans do. We people in Jingjiang are hospitable, and you are our honored guest. , Who in the county dares to be disrespectful to you? That’s just a local specialty dish called ‘Pig Urine Soup’.”

After hearing this, the priest frowned, obviously not satisfied with this explanation. He was silent for a long time, and then he spoke slowly, with a hint of imperceptible anger in his tone: "So, is the saliva in the dishes also a feature of your place? Mr. Lin, although I am new here, I am not familiar with Jingjiang's culture. I understand, but I’m not a fool.”

Lin Xiaofeng's face suddenly became serious. He looked directly into the priest's eyes and said word by word: "What saliva! Don't talk nonsense! That's called molecular cuisine. Here, it uses eggs as dipping ingredients." A unique way of cooking.”

The priest's face was full of confusion and confusion, and he murmured to himself: "Molecular cuisine? What does this mean?"

Lin Xiaofeng smiled slightly and began to explain patiently: "The so-called molecular cuisine is to use modern technology to reinterpret cooking from a microscopic perspective through chemical and physical methods. This is not only a cooking technology, but also an art."

When the priest heard these novel terms and concepts, he had a blank look on his face. He murmured in a low voice, obviously curious and confused about this new field: "Mr. Lin, are all these things you said true? Are you lying to me?"

Lin Xiaofeng sneered, with a hint of disdain in his expression: "Lied to you? I, Lin Xiaofeng, never tell lies. After dinner, I will take you to see the beauty of the microscopic world. If you can't see the real thing, I am willing to tell you The emperor swears that he is willing to accept the punishment of five thunders from heaven."

At this time, the waiters in the restaurant began to serve the dishes one after another. A waiter came over holding a plate of braised food steadily. The dishes on the plate were full of color and fragrance, and there were some saliva-like foam around them, shining with an attractive luster under the light.

Lin Xiaofeng casually picked up a piece of braised meat and put it into his mouth without hesitation. While chewing, he said: "You see, this is the charm of the dipping sauce." After saying this, he deliberately smashed his mouth and put on a very serious look. The look of enjoyment.

Father Jesus looked at the scene in front of him, and his doubts became even worse. He hesitated to speak and looked at Lin Xiaofeng, who seemed to have a lot to ask but didn't know where to start.

It took him a long time to come to his senses and realize that his previous reaction might have been a little too reckless. A blush gradually appeared on the priest's face. He suddenly turned around and gave some instructions to the missionaries behind him. After hearing this, the missionaries all showed expressions of "sudden enlightenment" and the scene calmed down.

The priest turned around and said to Lin Xiaofeng in embarrassment: "Mr. Lin, I'm really sorry because I didn't understand the situation before and misunderstood your hospitality." He spoke very sincerely and the arrogance and stubbornness on his face disappeared completely.

When Lin Xiaofeng saw this, he deliberately acted very generous. He waved to everyone and said, "Oh, it's my fault for being negligent and forgetting to explain our customs and habits to you. Now that the misunderstanding has been resolved, let's take a seat and eat!" Afterwards, he warmly greeted everyone to take their seats.

At this time, the atmosphere of the restaurant has returned to its former liveliness and harmony. After two months of training, these missionaries were already able to use chopsticks proficiently. Their eyes lit up when they looked at the delicious food on the table. Pork enema, candied fruits, spiced beans, chicken stuffed buns, three-yellow chicken... every dish exudes an alluring aroma that makes people salivate. The missionaries eagerly picked up their chopsticks and prepared to feast.

Father Jesus and Lin Xiaofeng were sitting at the same table. The misunderstanding between the two of them had been resolved and they were talking happily. Lin Xiaofeng picked up the chopsticks unceremoniously and began to taste the food. The priest also put down the burden in his heart and picked up the bowl. However, facing the dazzling array of delicacies on the table, he didn't know where to start because every dish looked so tempting.

Lin Xiaofeng keenly caught the priest's hesitation. He smiled and asked: "Father, why don't you move your chopsticks? Are these dishes not to your taste?" His eyes were full of concern and curiosity.

The priest shook his head quickly, stretched out his chopsticks, picked up a piece of red-colored, fat and thin braised pork, put it into his mouth and chewed it carefully. Instantly, his taste buds were conquered by the unprecedented mellow taste. His eyes lit up, and he praised sincerely: "It's so delicious! I have never tasted such delicious food!"

Before he finished speaking, he eagerly picked up another dish and put it into his mouth. The priest narrowed his eyes, as if he was swimming in a sea of ​​delicious food, and all his senses were captured by this wonderful taste.

"Oh my God, this is actually made of chicken!" the priest exclaimed. "I never thought chicken could be cooked so tender and juicy. It's incredible."

Lin Xiaofeng watched the change in the priest's expression and secretly laughed in his heart: "It seems that our delicious food has finally touched the priest's heart." He asked aloud: "Father, what do you think of the delicious food here?"

The priest pondered for a moment, and a look of nostalgia appeared on his face: "To be honest, this reminds me of the days when I used to cook by myself in church. But my cooking skills are really inferior compared to the delicious food here. Very far. Even restaurants outside can’t match this kind of deliciousness.”

He sighed softly and continued: "I am ashamed to say that I mistakenly thought that the food in Jingjiang was as unpalatable as the previous attempts."

Lin Xiaofeng laughed when he heard this: "Haha, Father, the food you tasted before may have been cooked in a big pot, and the taste will naturally be somewhat different. And the food cooked in a small stove will naturally taste better. Oh, by the way, Father, you Do you know how to cook? When it comes to cooking skills, I, Lin Xiaofeng, am pretty good at it. Come on, try this chili fried pork dish and see how you are at it."

The priest carefully picked up a chopstick of fried pork with chili and put it into his mouth to savor it. After chewing a few times, he commented: "Hiss~ It's not spicy! However, the meat is fresh and tender and the seasoning is just right. It is indeed a delicacy."

The two chatted and laughed happily while eating. The members of the missionary team behind them were also completely immersed in the world of delicious food. Everyone was eating with gusto and talking one after another. As for the plate of braised food that was previously misunderstood as "saliva", a brave missionary mustered up the courage to taste it now. The surprised expression on his face said it all.

After everyone was satisfied with their meal, Lin Xiaofeng led everyone to continue their tour of Yangqu County. The members of the mission team were full of energy and emotions as they discussed what they had seen and heard, full of curiosity and wonder about this exotic city. Lu Sinan and Dogtail Cao'er were slowly enjoying the lively scene while tasting local snacks.

Lu Sinan glanced at the missionaries who were eating happily, and said jokingly to the dog-tailed grass: "Oh, look at these foreigners, they are so disappointing! How can they be so rude? They don't care about their image at all." He After a pause, he asked curiously, "Cao'er, do you think people overseas eat so voraciously?"

Dogtail Cao'er smiled and replied: "Haha, Mr. Lu, you don't know something. These people came to our Jingjiang by boat from far away overseas, and they haven't had decent food for almost a year. Now. Now It’s hard to taste the delicious food, so of course you have to enjoy it! But speaking of it, the people at the bottom do not eat well, but it is different for the nobles, who eat and drink all day long! "

"Of course big fish and big meat are delicious! Who doesn't like it?" Lu Sinan said with a smile, a look of envy flashed in his eyes.

After everyone enjoyed the delicacies to their heart's content, Lin Xiaofeng originally planned to arrange another stage play with Yang opera characteristics for the foreigners to watch, so that they could have a deeper understanding of the local culture. But after thinking about it carefully, he gave up the idea. Because these missionaries may not understand the content expressed in the stage play, and even if they understand it, they may find it too heretical to accept. Besides, if the priest saw such a performance, he would probably pack his bags and go home immediately, away from this place that may be full of "evil" in his eyes. After all, the customs and cultural traditions here are very different from the teachings they believe in.

Everyone continued to stroll on the streets of Yangqu County, admiring the prosperity and beauty of the city. Suddenly, they saw a building not far ahead emitting white smoke, which aroused everyone's curiosity. The priest couldn't help but ask again: "What is that building? Why is there so much white smoke coming out?"

Lin Xiaofeng looked in the direction of the priest's finger and explained with a smile: "Oh, that building is a bathhouse. In our place, the bathhouse is a place for people to bathe. If you are interested, I can arrange for you to go there every day It’s not expensive to take a hot bath.”

The priest's eyebrows showed an incredulous look: "Do you people here bathe every day?" This question was obviously beyond his scope of cognition. Because in his country, people usually think of bathing as a luxurious act, and too frequent bathing may also be regarded as harmful to the body.

Lin Xiaofeng heard the surprise and confusion in the priest's tone. He smiled and explained: "Actually, not everyone bathes every day. But of course people like me who love cleanliness and have the conditions will bathe every day. As for us Ordinary people in the county take baths at least ten or eight times a month." This explanation obviously did not completely eliminate the priest's doubts, but he did not continue to ask. After all, the customs and habits of each place are different!
The priest pondered for a while and then said: "With all due respect, Mr. Lin, I think your habit of bathing every day may not be a good thing! Because in my opinion, frequent bathing may keep people away from the embrace of the Holy Father! And! Ah, I think the dust on the body can also prevent diseases such as plague!” These words obviously have strong religious overtones and prejudice! However, this also reflects the differences in concepts in different cultural backgrounds!
After hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng turned away disapprovingly and thought to himself: "This is really an opinion that people in the Middle Ages would have!" However, he did not directly refute the priest's point of view but said in a calm tone: "Father, actually you may have What a misunderstanding! Only by bathing regularly and keeping your body clean can you effectively resist the invasion of diseases! How many innocent people will be killed by such a bad concept! Is this what your church teaches? I said before that I would take you to see the microscopic world, why don’t we set out today?”

"Microcosm?" The priest was full of curiosity and expectation for this novel vocabulary. He nodded and said, "Okay! I am looking forward to seeing what kind of wonderful world this so-called 'microcosm' is!"

In the spacious and bright hall of the institute, more than a hundred foreigners were bustling around. The lights in the hall were like daylight, reflecting on every curious face. The two figures in the center are particularly eye-catching. One is Father Jesus, who is wearing a black robe and has a majestic face. His deep eyes reveal desire and awe for the unknown world. The other one is Lin Xiaofeng, who is wearing a white lab coat. He is smiling, confident and calm, as if he has some mysterious power.

They were surrounded by stars, surrounded by more than a dozen researchers in white robes, all of whom had seriousness and concentration written on their faces, as if they were guarding some vital secret. This atmosphere made everyone present feel the importance of the mystery that was about to be revealed.

"Mr. Lin," Father Jesus frowned and broke the silence. He tried his best to ask in a calm tone, "How small is the microscopic world you are talking about? Can you give me some specific metaphors so that I can better understand this concept?"

Lin Xiaofeng smiled slightly, shook his head gently, and replied: "Father, it is hard for you to imagine how tiny that world is. It is hundreds of times smaller than the insects and ants we see every day. In that world, we usually I think that tiny dust is as huge as a mountain. Perhaps only God’s eyes can see such tiny existence.”

Father Jesus was very excited after hearing this, and curiosity and expectation collided in his heart. How can humans have a chance to see such a small world? He stared at Lin Xiaofeng with some doubts, eager to hear more information about this mysterious world from him.

As if seeing through the priest's doubts, Lin Xiaofeng pointed to a microscope next to him and said softly: "Father, you only need to look through this mirror, and the mysterious microscopic world will be revealed in front of your eyes. Come on, please give it a try." "

Father Jesus approached the microscope with a mixture of anticipation and nervousness. He bent down, his eyes pressed tightly against the lens, and his hands trembled slightly as he adjusted the focus. As the lens became clearer, a wonderful world he had never seen before gradually unfolded before his eyes. He saw many tiny "black spots" moving slightly under the lens, shining with mysterious light like stars in the night sky. These tiny creatures were swimming and changing before his eyes, forming a fantasy realm that he had never set foot in.

Father Jesus was completely intoxicated by this sight and could not extricate himself for a long time. He seemed to be in a brand new universe, feeling the beating and changes of those tiny lives. After a long time, he raised his head, his eyes full of shock and disbelief. He looked at the scenery outside the microscope, then turned to Lin Xiaofeng with a hint of dullness and asked: "This...can you see anything else?"

Lin Xiaofeng nodded and waved, and the researcher next to him immediately stepped forward to replace another observation material. As materials were replaced, the world under the microscope changed again.

Father Jesus leaned down again, and the "scenery" in front of him changed drastically. He saw a more complex and colorful microscopic world. These tiny life forms displayed their shapes and changes before his eyes, allowing him to feel the diversity and wonder of life. His body froze again, as if he was deeply attracted by this new world.

At the same time, his mind was filled with turbulent waves! These tiny creatures were so complex and changeable, completely different from the macroscopic world he knew before. He began to realize that his knowledge of the world was too superficial, and there were still too many unknown areas waiting for him to explore.

He continued to observe these tiny creatures, while Lin Xiaofeng explained: "Father, many of these tiny and almost invisible things you see are the source of diseases. These microorganisms can cause various diseases and are harmful to humans. poses a great threat to our health and we can prevent the spread of the disease by keeping clean and paying attention to personal hygiene.”

Lin Xiaofeng paused and continued: "Although I don't know why you think bathing can prevent diseases, I can clearly tell you that some of your theories are wrong. The existence and transmission of these microorganisms are far beyond your imagination. We need to use scientific methods to study and prevent the occurrence of diseases.”

Father Jesus stood up slowly, his eyes flashing with confusion. He didn't know whether what Lin Xiaofeng said was true or not, but he saw with his own eyes those tiny creatures wandering and changing in the world. This world is definitely an area unknown to the church, and now it is discovered by a country that does not believe in God. How is this possible?
He began to doubt the validity of his beliefs and teachings. Is the teaching of the church wrong? Could everything he had always believed in be false? His faith began to waver.

He fell into deep thought and stood quietly. Lin Xiaofeng gently pulled him away and let the other missionaries observe this magical microscopic world one by one. Missionaries excitedly communicated their discoveries to each other, clearly fascinated by this new theological frontier. They saw wonderful scenes that were different from the macroscopic world, and felt the shock and charm brought by science.

But there were also a few people who pointed at each other's crotches with weird smiles on their faces, wanting to observe something more secret. This made other people present couldn't help but chuckle. This obscene thought seems to be a common evil in all human beings, and it is difficult to avoid even on such a solemn occasion.

However, most people are still immersed in this magical microscopic world and marvel at the infinite charm of science. They began to re-examine their beliefs and teachings and consider how to incorporate these new discoveries into their belief systems.

After a long time, Father Jesus spoke. His voice was trembling: "Mr. Lin, my eyes were really opened today. I never thought that the microscopic world could be so magical and complex. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to see this field with my own eyes."

Lin Xiaofeng smiled and said: "Sarcasm? I have never satirized the church. We are just discussing science and facts. It's just that we humans have a bad habit and can't help but point out mistakes when we see them. I hope you can understand and accept it. these new discoveries.”

Father Jesus wanted to retort, but he couldn't. Because in front of this new field, he felt ignorant and insignificant. He began to realize the power and importance of science and decided to re-examine his beliefs and teachings.

In this land not enveloped by gods, people live a good life through the power of science. This strong sense of reality made Father Jesus feel shocked and desperate! He realized that only by embracing science and continuous learning can we move towards a better future! But those places where there are countless believers and where the true God has descended are far from it!
At first, he thought that his missionary work could lead people to the right path and a bright future; but now that he has not lived such a good life himself, how can he lead others? He deeply reflected on his actions and beliefs and decided to re-examine and adjust his direction!
When he heard other missionaries discussing theological progress enthusiastically, he felt a burning pain on his face; but this also made him more determined: Only by embracing science and pursuing truth can we move towards a brighter future!

Father Jesus raised his head and met Lin Xiaofeng's smiling face. There seemed to be some deep meaning hidden in that smile, which made the priest feel inexplicably nervous. He quickly shook his head, trying to get rid of these complicated thoughts. Why do you think so much today? The priest secretly blamed himself, he must have been influenced by that heresy before. No, I need to calm down! As a clergyman, I cannot be swayed by these heretical ideas.

The priest looked around and saw that the missionaries around him were still excitedly communicating about the wonderful sights they had just observed under the microscope. Their faces were filled with curiosity and surprise, and they seemed not to be affected by Lin Xiaofeng's remarks. The priest felt somewhat comforted that at least his companions still maintained their enthusiasm and faith in theology.

After all the missionaries had finished observing, Father Jesus walked up to Lin Xiaofeng and asked, "Mr. Lin, what should we do next? It's getting late. When will you take us to our residence and arrange work?" The priest tried to sound calm and firm, not wanting to show any uneasiness or wavering in front of this heretic.

However, Lin Xiaofeng smiled mysteriously, shook his head, and said, "Father, there is one last thing worth seeing." His eyes flashed with a cunning light, as if he was looking into the priest's heart and showing him An unknown world.

"What else?" Father Jesus asked curiously. Although he tried to remain calm and rational, there was still an inexplicable tension in his heart. He didn't know what Lin Xiaofeng would show next, but he knew that it wouldn't be something simple.

Lin Xiaofeng smiled and did not answer the priest's question directly, but said: "In the previous debate between us about hell and heaven, there was actually no need to argue about many issues. No matter how much you talk, it is better to see it with your own eyes. This is what is called "It's better to hear something once than to see it once."

"See it with your own eyes!?" Father Jesus' eyelids twitched, and an inexplicable fear surged in his heart. He swallowed, his throat a little tight, "What does this mean? Can we still ascend to heaven?"

"Haha," Lin Xiaofeng said with a mysterious smile, "Of course you can. Come with me, today I will let you see the so-called 'Hell Scene' with your own eyes!"

The priest's heart was full of doubts and uneasiness, but he still chose to follow Lin Xiaofeng to the mysterious destination. The large group of people set off again, heading towards the back mountains of Yangqu County. Their destination was a hot-air balloon release spot in the county.

Along the way, Father Jesus rode on the horse anxiously, looking at Lin Xiaofeng's back from time to time. He secretly speculated in his heart: What does this heretic mean? Could he really allow us to see a mixture of hell and heaven? How is this possible? The Church has always taught us that only God can determine our destiny and destiny. He must be lying!

The priest was determined to expose Lin Xiaofeng's lies, so he observed everything around him more vigilantly. At the same time, he also began to reflect on whether his beliefs and teachings were really wrong as Lin Xiaofeng said. This kind of thinking made him feel an inexplicable panic and confusion. He considers himself one of the most loyal clergy in the church, and he must not allow his heart to waver before he starts preaching!

Lin Xiaofeng, however, was still riding on the horse at the head of the team, slowly heading towards the destination, and did not notice the priest's inner struggle and doubts. He observed the changes in the sky from time to time, as if waiting for an opportunity to come.

When the sky became gray and gloomy, they finally arrived at the spot where the hot air balloons were released. There are not many tourists at the scenic spot at this moment, and there are only a few staff members who are tidying up the site and packing tools to get ready to go home from get off work. Seeing the large group of people arriving, they all stopped what they were doing and looked curiously at the foreigners and the expressions on their faces.

Lin Xiaofeng stood outside the gate and turned around and said to the priest: "Father, please see, this is our destination." He pointed to the empty field in front and the huge hot air balloon and said, "We will ride on this hot air balloon later. Climb up to the sky to see the so-called 'spectacle of hell'."

Father Jesus looked up at the huge hot air balloon and the staff next to it. He asked doubtfully: "Mr. Lin, you have hung up signboards in so many places you have been to before. Why is there no signboard here? What is the name of this place?"

Lin Xiaofeng rubbed his chin and looked at the bare door and thought: Hmm...we should really give this place a name. So he laughed twice, jumped off his horse and introduced to everyone: "Welcome to 'Ma Dou Airlines'!"

Father Jesus and the other missionaries were stunned when they heard the name. They had never heard of such a strange name, and they had no idea what this so-called "airline" did. But when they saw Lin Xiaofeng's confident look and the enthusiastic smiles of the staff next to them, their doubts and uneasiness were slightly relieved.

Following Lin Xiaofeng's arrangements and instructions, everyone began to prepare for the upcoming liftoff trip. Father Jesus was also involved. He didn't know what he would see, but he knew that no matter what he saw, he could not shake his faith and loyalty to God!

With the help of the staff of Madou Airlines, the hot air balloon was slowly dragged to the center of the field and fixed in position. Everyone gathered in a circle to watch the rise of this behemoth and looked forward to the wonderful journey to come.

Lin Xiaofeng stood in the center of the venue and loudly introduced the principles and safety precautions of hot air balloons, etc., and invited Father Jesus to be the first passenger to experience this lift-off trip to witness the so-called "hell scene" with his own eyes. ".

The priest swallowed his saliva. Although he was a little nervous, he still stepped forward resolutely, preparing to face this unknown challenge. At the same time, he also looked forward to uncovering the truth about the "hell scene" that Lin Xiaofeng said. He took a deep breath, mustered up the courage to step onto the basket of the hot air balloon, and then looked back at Lin Xiaofeng. Lin Xiaofeng smiled and nodded to him, indicating that he could experience this wonderful journey with confidence.

As the hot air balloon slowly rose, the priest gradually became nervous. He didn't know what he would see, but he knew that no matter what he saw, it would not shake his faith in God. He grasped the edge of the hanging basket tightly and stared ahead, looking forward to the coming scene.

As the hot air balloon gradually rises, the scenery on the ground gradually becomes smaller, and finally turns into a vast field and mountain forest. The priest marveled at this wonderful sight, and at the same time felt an inexplicable excitement and expectation. He didn't know what kind of "hell scene" he would see, but he believed in his faith and the power of God, and no matter what he saw, it would not shake his faith.

As the hot air balloon continues to rise, the surrounding scenery gradually changes. The priest saw a desolate and dilapidated scene filled with all kinds of waste and debris. This place seems to be the ruins of war, making people feel extremely heavy and depressed. Is this the "hell scene" that Lin Xiaofeng said?

However, as the hot air balloon continued to rise, the priest saw another scene. He saw a bustling city scene, with tall buildings, busy traffic, and people coming and going. But this city is full of indifference, selfishness and greed, and there is a lack of care and warmth between people. Everyone here only focuses on their own interests and desires, while ignoring the people and things around them. Is this also part of the "hell scene"?
The priest began to think, what do these scenes mean? Is it a punishment or a warning from God? He recalled his beliefs and teachings and began to reflect on human behavior and moral concepts. He realized that what these scenes reflected was actually the dark side of human heart and the weakness of human nature. If these dark sides and weaknesses are not overcome and corrected, humanity will be on the road to destruction and destruction.

When the hot air balloon slowly descended back to the ground, the priest's mood had changed dramatically. He was no longer the firm and confident cleric he had been before, but began to reflect on his beliefs and teachings, and think about how to better guide people to the right path. He was deeply grateful to Lin Xiaofeng for bringing him this wonderful journey, which gave him the opportunity to see the weaknesses and dark sides of human beings with his own eyes, so as to better serve and contribute to mankind.

"Just sit in the basket," Lin Xiaofeng comforted the priest with a smile. His smile revealed an unfathomable confidence, as if everything was under his control, "Don't worry, priest, everything will be fine. If you firmly believe that heaven is above, then for a devout believer like you, the door of heaven will definitely be opened to you.”

Lin Xiaofeng's words were like a warm breeze, gently caressing the priest's heart. The priest's eyes shone with anticipation and determination, and he seemed to have seen the shining golden door of heaven opening to him.

Heaven's Gate, Holy Light? ! The priest's heart was filled with awe and solemnity. He nodded and walked towards the huge hot air balloon with a solemn expression. Although his steps were steady, his heart was like a rough sea, full of excitement and expectation.

Amid everyone's exclamations, the hot air balloon slowly rose into the sky like a huge silver jellyfish. The priest lay helplessly beside the basket. He watched the scenery on the ground become smaller and smaller, and his heart was filled with shock and fear. Oh my gosh! People from Jingjiang can actually ascend to heaven! Is this not a literal ascension, but a real ascension? ! How can this be! This is an area that even the church has never set foot on - it is the mysterious area that belongs to the sky.

While the priest was lost in thought, the staff controlling the hot air balloon had already turned on the firepower to the maximum. A hot air balloon is like an inflated balloon, constantly inflating. When the priest came back to his senses, he found that the buildings under his feet had become smaller and smaller, as if they had turned into miniature toy models. He raised his head and looked up, and what he saw was a gray scene, as if there was no end in sight. The staff operating the hot air balloon couldn't help but smile knowingly when they saw the priest's dazed look. He thought: Hey! This foreigner is probably looking for Heavenly Palace! This happens to everyone who rides a hot air balloon for the first time. He did not disturb the priest's contemplation, but silently controlled the hot air balloon to continue climbing.

As the altitude continued to climb, the flight of the hot air balloon was relatively smooth. The priest sometimes looked down and sometimes looked up to the sky. Although this experience was very novel to him, it was also too scary, as if he was playing a game with an unknown force. Every moment felt like a year to him.

"Where are we? How far are we from heaven?" There was a hint of trembling and expectation in the priest's voice. He couldn't wait to unveil the mysterious door to heaven.

"Heaven? What is that?" the staff member shouted, pretending to be at a loss, "Don't worry, it's almost there!" He laughed secretly in his heart, but he didn't point out this little lie.

The priest was shocked. He looked at the gray sky and his face suddenly turned pale. At this time, the originally gentle airflow suddenly became violent. A strong wind blew and the hot air balloon began to shake violently. The hot air balloon high in the sky seemed to be whipped hard by an invisible and powerful force, swinging left and right. The priest's heart also began to waver, as if he was in a huge whirlpool and couldn't extricate himself.

The priest was on the verge of crying under the raging wind. He could only squat helplessly inside and hold on to the side rope to maintain stability, while hiding his face that became ferocious due to fear. His heart was filled with despair and helplessness: Where were the holy light, heaven and warmth mentioned before? Why are they all missing? Instead, it’s the opposite! Further up, the wind became stronger and more violent, and it might blow them over in the next moment and cause them to fall to their deaths...

At the same time, Lin Xiaofeng and others on the ground could no longer see the hot air balloon. They could only look up at the gray sky and silently pray for the priest's safe return; the members of the mission team were still discussing this time with great interest. Flying is undoubtedly an unprecedented and wonderful experience for them; some people said with envy: "If you can ascend to heaven, you may be able to see heaven! Father Jesus is really lucky!" There was endless envy in his words. and longing...
Lu Sinan asked doubtfully: "Master, after you lied to him like this, he will definitely understand the reason if he lives here for a long time. Is it really useful for you to do this?" There was a trace of worry and confusion in his words, as if he had already Foreseeing some possibility in the future, Lin Xiaofeng just smiled and did not answer his question directly but explained: "It doesn't matter whether he knows these things in the future. The important thing is that we have to transform them into our own people." For such loyal believers, it is enough if their faith is broken once and their hearts are shaken; besides, the county will also guide them to the right path..." Lin Xiaofeng's words revealed an unfathomable feeling. His confidence and calmness seemed to have everything under his control...

On the hot air balloon, the staff on top had already begun to grin. It was also the first time for him to reach this height, and he felt a little nervous and frightened. Safety could not be guaranteed if he went higher up, but the foreigner was obviously not scared yet. Now that we are in place, what should we do? The master has told you that you must do what you said! He cruelly increased the firepower again, trying to make the hot air balloon continue to climb to achieve a better scaring effect...

It didn't take long for the hot air balloon to rise a lot higher, and the coldness and cold wind gradually invaded the priest's body. He held his arms with one hand and shivered all over. When he looked up at the sky again, his eyes were full of despair and helplessness. Why was it getting worse and worse? Dark, getting colder, and getting windier? Is it really hell up there? Anyway, heaven is absolutely impossible to be like this! The priest's mind was filled with doubts and fears. He could no longer maintain his previous calmness and calmness...

Before the priest could speak, the staff controlling the hot air balloon couldn't stand it any longer. He shuddered and asked, "It's really hell if you go up higher. Do you want to go and see it?" There was a hint of emotion in his voice. A trace of trembling and fear seemed to have felt the cold breath from hell...

If the priest was granted amnesty, he had long thought about it, but he always dared not speak out in his heart; now there is an innocent poor man who does not want to go to hell, so of course he must save him! So the priest immediately shook his head wildly: "Don't look at it! Go back quickly. The people below are impatient!" There was a kind of urgency and longing in his tone, as if he couldn't wait to escape from this terrible place. …

The staff smiled and then reduced the firepower. The hot air balloon began to gradually descend and the return journey finally began; the priest also breathed a sigh of relief. He could finally escape from this high altitude that frightened him...

After a period of slow descent, the hot air balloon floated in the air like a giant silver jellyfish for a long time before finally slowly landing on the ground; its ropes were tightly stretched as if to announce that a wonderful journey was over, and The priest finally returned to the real world down to earth...

Father Jesus walked out of the hot air balloon slowly, with a slight stagger in his steps and a dazed expression on his face. His eyes seemed to have traveled through a tunnel of endless time and space, and those deep eyes seemed to have not yet fully recovered from the shocking high-altitude flight. The sunlight shines on his priest's robe, reflecting a kind of otherworldly holiness, but also a bit of human fatigue.

He staggered to Lin Xiaofeng's side, the expression on his face was as blurry as sleepwalking, as if he was still immersed in the flying clouds. The scene in the sky, the endless sea of ​​clouds, and the thrilling swing all echoed in his mind.

Lin Xiaofeng looked at the priest, with a warm smile on his face, and asked curiously: "Father, have you seen heaven?" There was a bit of ridicule in his voice, but he also revealed his concern for the priest's experience.

The priest's throat was like a traveler crossing the desert, so dry that it was difficult to make a sound. He took a deep breath, as if he wanted to breathe the feeling of flying back into his lungs. He shook his head slowly and said nothing, but his eyes flashed with an indescribable light, which was the reflection and aftertaste after experiencing the shock.

"So, what about hell?" Lin Xiaofeng seemed to be very interested in this topic, and he asked with a bit of amusement on his face.

The priest avoided the question, his eyes flickering a little, as if the sight from high in the sky still frightened him. He turned to say: "Mr. Lin, it's getting late. Can you take us to your residence to have a look?" There was a bit of exhaustion in his voice, but it also revealed his expectation for novel things.

But Lin Xiaofeng didn't seem to want to let go of the topic. His eyes sparkled with curiosity and inquiry, and he asked again: "Father, have you seen hell?"

The priest's face changed slightly, and he replied with some reluctance: "No." His voice was low and hoarse, as if the high-altitude wind was still whistling in his ears, making him unable to forget that thrilling moment.

Lin Xiaofeng looked at the priest's tired but curious face and didn't mind his avoidance. He kept that warm smile, as if he had seen through the priest's inner struggles and doubts. He continued to ask: "How does it feel to fly in the sky?"

The priest looked back at the deflated hot air balloon, with a hint of awe and surprise in his eyes. He sighed: "It's really amazing. I didn't expect humans to be able to fly into the sky with this thing." His voice was full of surprise and admiration for unknown things.

Lin Xiaofeng took the opportunity to guide the topic and said loudly: "The reason why we in Jingjiang are prosperous and strong is not because we have sharp swords and strong armor, but because we can give full play to everyone's talents, rationally utilize land resources, and make various items "We will maximize their effectiveness while ensuring the smooth flow of goods." His voice was full of pride and enthusiasm, as if he wanted to share the secret of prosperity with everyone.

The priest's curiosity was aroused, and he couldn't help but ask: "Why?" There was a bit of eagerness in his voice, as if he wanted to explore the source of this wealth.

Lin Xiaofeng looked at the priest, his deep eyes revealing a deep understanding of this issue. He continued: "On the other hand, your Western churches always stick to tradition and are stubborn and never dare to question the authority of the ancients. It is like a black cloth covering your sky, preventing you from breathing fresh air and enjoying The sunshine." His words were sharp and profound, as if a sharp sword pointed directly at the core of the problem.

Veins popped out on the priest's forehead, and his face turned gloomy. But Lin Xiaofeng patted his shoulder gently, like an elder comforting a younger generation: "Don't get excited, I'm just telling the truth. The church is your business, and I don't care whether it's good or bad." His The voice was calm and sincere, as if he didn't want to cause any dispute.

He paused and then said: "But I value our friendship very much. Nothing is perfect in this world. Although the church represents the authority of God, it is still executed by people after all, and mistakes are inevitable. All We need to learn from each other and learn from each other's strengths to make progress, so you can stay here and learn more about our excellent culture in Jingjiang." His words were full of cherishing friendship and looking forward to cultural exchanges.

Lin Xiaofeng smiled, that smile was as warm and sincere as the sun. He continued: "When you return from your studies and make suggestions for the improvement of the church, maybe the God Emperor will promote you to be a cardinal." His voice was full of good wishes and expectations for the future of the priest.

The priest lowered his head and pondered for a while, as if he had experienced a fierce struggle and decision deep in his heart. Then, he raised his head and looked at Lin Xiaofeng's wise eyes, and said discouragedly: "You are right, thank you for your guidance." There was a bit of helplessness and gratitude in his voice, as if he had accepted this reality.

"You should be happy! A bright future is still waiting for you." Lin Xiaofeng encouraged, "These novel things you saw in Yangqu County today are just the tip of the iceberg in our Jingjiang! There will be more changes in the future The things of the world are born here! You will definitely witness the earth-shaking changes in our Jingjiang in your lifetime!" His words were full of longing and expectation for the future, as if he had already seen that beautiful tomorrow.

"Really? What we saw today is just the tip of the iceberg?" the priest asked in surprise, his eyes sparkling with curiosity and expectation, as if he couldn't wait to explore this world full of miracles.

"Of course it's true!" Lin Xiaofeng said meaningfully, "So, you have to work hard and integrate into our Jingjiang rhythm of life as soon as possible; otherwise, you will be abandoned by this ever-changing era!" His voice There is a bit of solemnity and warning in it, as if to remind the priest to cherish this opportunity and seize the pulse of the times.

After listening to Lin Xiaofeng's words, the priest nodded with a heavy heart: "Thank you for the reminder! I will integrate here as soon as possible and work hard to learn new knowledge!" There was some firmness and determination in his voice, as if he was ready to meet new challenges. preparation.

At this time, Lu Sinan walked over steadily holding a thick document. His figure stretched so long in the afterglow of the setting sun, like a victorious warrior returning with the report of victory. Lin Xiaofeng reached out and took the document. The touch of the paper made him feel an inexplicable excitement, as if he had touched the pulse of the new era. He casually pulled out a piece of paper and handed it to the priest.

"Starting from tomorrow, we will arrange work for you." Lin Xiaofeng's voice was firm and powerful, like a guide pointing the way to the lost lamb, "This is the employment contract of Yangqu County. We pay attention to credit and contracts here. Spirit. You need to sign this contract and then I will take you to the residence to rest."

The priest took the contract, his hands trembling slightly. He looked at it carefully, but the densely packed Chinese characters were like a heavenly book to him. He felt an invisible pressure, as if this contract was not only a job commitment, but also a cultural challenge. He raised his head, looked at Lin Xiaofeng with some confusion, and asked: "What does environmental protection mean?"

"It means urban beautician." Lin Xiaofeng explained with a kind smile on his face, "Some of you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of Yangqu County. This position requires certain knowledge of mathematics and physics, such as sweeping when cleaning. The work results must be assessed based on the precise weight of the sundries produced. If the work is not done well, money will be deducted. "

Although the priest did not fully understand the meaning of these terms, he could feel the importance and responsibility of this job from Lin Xiaofeng's tone. He looked up at Lin Xiaofeng, with a look of awe and solemnity on his face. He asked: "Then what does it say in the contract that you need to work seven hours a day mean? Is it seven hours?"

"No, no, no, it's fourteen hours." Lin Xiaofeng shook his head gently, his tone was calm but made people feel an irresistible force.

The priest's expression suddenly changed, as if he had been struck by lightning. His eyes were wide with shock and confusion. Fourteen hours of working time was simply an unimaginable concept to him, and he felt an invisible shackles tightly binding him.

Seeing the priest's shocked expression, Lin Xiaofeng smiled, with a hint of cunning and helplessness in his smile. "Don't worry, it's not always fourteen hours every day. Sometimes it may reach fifteen hours. But considering that you need to save money quickly to build a church, this hard work should be nothing, right? For the cause of the Holy Father, even Can’t you bear this little hardship?”

The priest looked troubled, and his inner struggles and conflicts were like surging waves. He wanted to contribute to the mission but could not bear to work such long hours. He asked hesitantly: "Then when will we take a break? It doesn't seem to be written in the contract."

"You can rest after get off work." Lin Xiaofeng answered innocently, with an imperceptible light shining in his clear eyes, "And you can rest every day." When he said this, his expression was as pure as a bird It was a little sheep, but the priest had a vague sense that there seemed to be some deep meaning hidden in it.

The priest took a deep breath, trying to calm his agitated mood. He felt he needed to re-examine the job and his role in it. He was silent for a moment, and finally plucked up the courage to ask: "What about the wages? We work for such a long time, isn't two taels too little? I just saw that the food in the restaurant is not cheap."

Lin Xiaofeng smiled, that smile was like the rising sun, warm and brilliant. "Two taels of silver may not seem like much, but in fact we have other benefits, such as high temperature subsidies, food subsidies, housing subsidies, birthday cards, etc. The treatment is absolutely generous! Father, do you have any other questions?"

After listening to Lin Xiaofeng's introduction, the priest felt a little calmer. He thought about it and found that although the working hours were longer, the pay and benefits of this job were indeed pretty good. Moreover, he also hopes to integrate into the life of Jingjiang as soon as possible and make greater contributions to the missionary cause. So, he took a deep breath and made up his mind. "I have no objections." He said, "Let everyone sign the contract now."

The signing process went quickly and smoothly, like a well-planned ceremony. With the signing of the last contract, the hot air balloon ride has come to an end.

Driven by profit, the imperial court used tricks to not only brainwash those Westerners, but also turned them into hardworking and silent black workers. At this moment, Lin Xiaofeng was like a victorious general. He successfully introduced these Westerners into his own camp, injecting new vitality into the development of Jingjiang. And his life has returned to peace, like a quiet lake after a strong wind, calm and calm.

At the same time, the imperial guards, the sharp eyes of the imperial court, have restored their former majesty and order. They overlook the entire country with sharp eyes like falcons, silently guarding the security of this country. And the rewards from the court came like timely rain, making people feel a kind of heartfelt warmth and care.

Zhong Anchun, the newly promoted chief of the Western Maritime Affairs Department, was promoted as fast as a bright meteor streaking across the night sky. No one in the court raised any objection to his appointment, as if it was a matter of course. His talents and abilities have already left a deep impression on everyone, and he stands as tall as a majestic mountain.

And Dogtail Cao'er, a former follower, also took over Zhong Anchun's position and became a new star in the court. His promotion is not only his personal glory, but also an affirmation of his past efforts. It shines like the rising sun, making people feel a vigorous vitality.

The court also generously followed Lin Xiaofeng's suggestion and rewarded each of the sailors with a generous five thousand taels of silver to those brave enough to go to sea. The news spread quickly throughout the entire Beijing camp like a spring breeze, causing a huge shock. The soldiers marveled at such a reward and said that it was an unprecedented good thing, as if they were as lucky as smoke rising from their ancestors' graves. Those soldiers who did not join the navy complained privately and regretted not seizing the opportunity.

Now that the navy has begun to expand its enrollment, the enthusiasm of the people to sign up is beyond imagination. Faced with so many applicants, selecting outstanding talents has become a top priority. The selection process is as arduous as gold mining and requires careful screening of each applicant's ability and potential.

At the same time, education issues have also surfaced and become more and more important. Aijing Primary School has been open for a few months. Although Lin Xiaofeng is busy with official duties, he occasionally takes time to visit and pay attention to the growth and education of the children. . When he saw those children from scholarly families growing up and learning happily in a superior learning environment, his heart was filled with relief and joy. These children have profound cultural heritage and stronger learning ability. Under the guidance of famous teachers, their rapid progress is amazing. Lin Xiaofeng firmly believes that these children will become the pillars of future society and contribute to the prosperity and progress of the country.

However, the consumption of Aijing Primary School is indeed staggering. From nutritious meals to new textbooks to performances of children's dramas, it requires a lot of financial investment. However, Lin Xiaofeng always firmly believes that these investments are worthwhile because education is the cornerstone of national development. , is the hope of the nation’s future. He hopes that through his own efforts and investment, he can provide children with better educational resources and growth environment, so that they can be more confident, strong and responsible in the future.

As the first semester came to an end, Lin Xiaofeng also started to get busy, rushing around all day, making various preparations for the future development of the school. His figure often travels through every corner of the campus, from classrooms to playgrounds, from libraries to laboratories, and he has left his footprints. Whenever he sees the children's innocent smiling faces and curious eyes, he feels an inexplicable sense of responsibility and mission welling up in his heart.

At this moment, Li Dexian suddenly pulled him, with an anxious look on his face, "Old Lin, how is the situation at Aijing Primary School now?"

Lin Xiaofeng was a little confused by the question. He scratched his head and said, "It's pretty good. Is there any problem?"

"I mean," Li Dexian paused, with a hint of worry on his face, "It's been so long, is there any way you can get Li Lingjue to study there? My father intends for him to go to the East Palace to study rigorously first. I'm afraid it will be difficult to come out in the East Palace. You also know that the child has always longed to study and play with his classmates in Aijing Primary School."

Lin Xiaofeng sighed, "Every family has its own scriptures that are difficult to recite." When it comes to children's education, he feels heavy in his heart. Unlike Li Dexian's worries, his worries came from his son Lin Hongwan. That child did not concentrate on studying and work hard like other children. Instead, he was naughty, lazy and playful. Every time he saw his son's report card, he felt deeply helpless and worried. He also tried to educate his children by example, but for some reason the effect was not significant.

Li Dexian blinked doubtfully, "Is there anything difficult to recite in your family?"

"Oh, my son doesn't study hard and only plays all day long." Lin Xiaofeng said with a grimace. He looked up at the sky, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

Li Dexian laughed after hearing this, "Children love to play by nature. Don't worry too much. He will understand when he grows up."

However, Lin Xiaofeng could not let go. He knew the importance of education. He shook his head, "You don't understand. Now is the time for him to lay the foundation. If he doesn't work hard now, it will be even harder to catch up in the future."

While the two were talking, Li Dexian suddenly grabbed Lin Xiaofeng and said, "Hey, Lao Lin, don't leave in a hurry. You're fine anyway, so just come with me to the East Palace. I have all the craftsmen and materials there, so we can discuss it together. , how to put my son into your elementary school."

In desperation, Lin Xiaofeng had no choice but to follow Li Dexian to the East Palace. Along the way, he was thinking about how to balance family and work. At the same time, I was also thinking about how to help Li Dexian solve the problem.

As soon as he stepped into the East Palace, Lin Xiaofeng was stunned by the sight in front of him. The dormitory hall has been completely emptied, leaving only a track and bookshelves full of documents on all sides, like a corridor of knowledge. On the track, the little train is still running whirringly, shuttling between the bookshelves, as if it is transporting seeds of wisdom. Several craftsmen are busy, their figures shuttle between the bookshelves, like industrious bees collecting the nectar of knowledge. Judging from their appearance, they should all be from Beiling Institute of Technology.

"Your Highness, have you called the entire Beilang Institute of Technology here?" Lin Xiaofeng asked with a frown. He looked around and saw that the dormitory was filled with all kinds of strange machinery and tools, almost like a small engineering college.

"No, I just called some elites over." Li Dexian smiled proudly, "Look at this little car running around. It's exactly the same as the front of the car in our water boiling station. This is almost finished!"

He introduced the production process of this small train in detail, from design to material selection, to final assembly and debugging, every step is full of challenges and fun. It turned out that they had been trying to use different materials to make pistons, and after countless trials and failures, they finally chose cast iron as the best material.

This news made Lin Xiaofeng excited. "So, have you generally succeeded in developing it?!" he asked excitedly. The successful development of this small train is not only a technological breakthrough, but also an affirmation of their team's efforts and wisdom.

"Yeah! That's about it! If we devote all our efforts to casting and combination testing, it can be completed in a month or two!" Li Dexian said thoughtfully. His face was filled with pride and expectation, as if he had already seen the scene of a small train speeding by on the railway track.

When thinking of that spectacular scene, Lin Xiaofeng was so excited that he was speechless. His heart is full of expectations and longing for the future. The successful development of this small train will bring more opportunities and challenges to their team. He began to think about future plans. The arrangement of the railway tracks also needed to be prepared in advance, and a series of issues such as operation and maintenance needed to be carefully considered.

After calming down, he promised Li Dexian that he would help with Li Lingjue's enrollment, "I will help with Lingjue's enrollment. However, you have to talk to your father from time to time to let him know the benefits of our side. "

"Okay, okay, then I'm relieved. What teaching aids do you want? Show me quickly~" Li Dexian said expectantly. He was full of trust and expectations for Lin Xiaofeng's creativity and talent.

Lin Xiaofeng smiled mysteriously, "Your Highness, please go and rest first. I'll just ask a few people to help. It will be completed soon~" He already had a clever plan in mind, preparing to surprise Li Dexian. This teaching aid is not only designed for teaching, but also to stimulate children's learning interest and creativity.

An hour later, when Li Dexian stepped into the room again, his eyes were firmly attracted by the new objects on the table. It was something that looked like a shield, with a nail standing proudly on it, and the bottom was divided into five distinct areas by wooden strips, like a small shooting range. Next to this, there is a small ball with a spring installed under the ball, which allows the ball to jump happily, as if a lively elf is waiting for the master's call. The so-called seat is just a small pony that can be easily opened and supported for people to sit on and enjoy the game.

Li Dexian stared blankly at this strange object, with confusion on his face: "This is what you call a teaching tool?" He really couldn't understand how this seemingly simple game device had anything to do with teaching.

However, Lin Xiaofeng was secretly proud. This was just a common pinball game at the school gate when he was a child. At that time, he was cheated out of pocket money by this little game. He still feels heartbroken when he thinks of the dozens of packets of spicy chips he missed because of this thing. But later, after understanding the principles in his spare time, he still remembered this little game. And now he thinks it can be used as a teaching tool to stimulate children's interest in learning.

"This is not just a teaching tool," Lin Xiaofeng said proudly, "We can even use it to make money." His eyes flashed with the cunning and wisdom of a businessman, as if he had seen a huge business opportunity waving to them.

Li Dexian raised his eyebrows, "Make money? How to make money?" He became very interested in this proposal. After all, as the prince, he also needed to plan for his future.

Lin Xiaofeng pointed to the five areas and wrote different amounts: ten taels, twenty taels, fifty taels, seventy taels, and one hundred taels. Then he raised his head and looked at Li Dexian, "Your Highness, let's play a game. If you win, I'll give you money." A deep smile appeared on his face, as if he had foreseen the joy and excitement to come.

Li Dexian tried to play, and the ball easily fell into the seventy-two area under his control. "Give me money!" He stretched out his hand with a victorious smile on his face. At this moment, he seemed to have returned to his childhood, enjoying the simple happiness brought by games. Lin Xiaofeng plays the role of a game stall owner and shares the joy with them.

However, when Li Dexian asked Lin Xiaofeng for the gambling money, Lin Xiaofeng's face darkened. "You have to pay for the trial?" he asked, with a sly smile on his face. This made Li Dexian realize that he might have fallen into some kind of "trap", but he didn't mind and became more interested in the game.

"I'll try ten rounds first," Li Dexian generously took out a 100-tael silver note, "Let's try a 100-tael round." He said proudly, as if he was ready to win a big game. Lin Xiaofeng took the banknote with a smile and gently slid his fingers on the pinball board twice. "I'm willing to admit defeat." He reminded, with a glimmer of challenge in his eyes. So a fierce and interesting marbles game kicked off. The game ended half an hour later. Lin Xiaofeng quickly disappeared into the depths of the palace with one thousand five hundred taels of silver and the teaching tools in his hand. The prince was left there unable to catch up. He could only helplessly shake his head and laugh, "This boy is really cunning."

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A month later, the atmosphere in the cabinet was harmonious and busy. Sunlight shines into the house through the window lattice, and the light and shadow are mottled, adding a bit of tranquility and warmth to this busy and solemn place. Li Qiuyan put down the pen in his hand and suddenly broke the tranquility. He said solemnly: "The prince is playing again."

Bai Yongyuan raised his head, a trace of doubt flashed in his deep eyes, "What's the matter with the memorial? Do you still want to send the emperor's grandson to Aijing Primary School?" There was a hint of unnoticeable worry in his voice.

Everyone stopped what they were doing and focused on Li Qiuyan. Li Qiuyan rubbed his eyebrows, with a look of helplessness on his face, "Yes, judging from the prince's intentions, he is determined to send his grandson there. This is already the third time."

Chen Shuguang snorted coldly: "How can the emperor's grandson leave the palace easily? The emperor's grandson has always been educated in the East Palace, and this rule cannot be broken. Although the ministers in the court sent their children to Aijing Primary School to receive a new type of education, the emperor's grandson has a distinguished status. You can't take risks at will." His voice was firm and powerful, as if there was no doubt.

"Then why did you send your grandson there?" Li Qiuyan joked, with a cunning light flashing in his eyes.

Chen Shuguang's face turned slightly red, he glared at Li Qiuyan, and looked away pretending to be angry, "I think their school food is good, the tuition is fair, and the most important thing is that the teaching is novel, so I gave it away. What, do you want to give it away? Bai Ge Lao, are you going to send it away?" He tried to change the subject and pointed the finger at Bai Yongyuan.

Bai Yongyuan said displeased: "I didn't have this plan originally, but I saw that my colleagues in the DPRK were sending their children to Aijing Primary School to receive a new type of education. If I didn't send them, I would look out of place. If I talk to others in the future, When it comes to my children’s education, wouldn’t I fall behind others? And I’m also afraid that my children will be isolated in the future because they haven’t received new education.” There was a hint of helplessness and worry in his tone.

"Mr. Bai Ge is right," Li Qiuyan continued, "We can't let our children lose at the starting line. I gave a lecture at Aijing Primary School in the middle of the month. What do you think is going on there now?" His words Full of expectation and curiosity.

Aijing Primary School is a boarding school and it is difficult for ordinary people to enter and visit. Moreover, Li Qiuyan was busy with official duties and could hardly spare time to visit his grandson. Bai Yongyuan shook his head and said: "What can I know about the situation in Aijing Primary School? I only went there for a while last time, and there were children playing and studying everywhere. I couldn't understand the content of the lectures. They were all about natural sciences and arithmetic. It’s a new type of curriculum. But according to the kindergarten teacher’s report, the children are having a great time. Isn’t it a day to go home after work? We can pick up the children together after work.”

When it comes to kindergarten teachers, everyone in the cabinet pricks up their ears. The kindergarten teacher is not only young, beautiful, gentle and pleasant, but she also wears a moon-white cheongsam every time she visits students' homes, and elegantly comes to the students' homes to communicate with their parents. She sits in a dignified and elegant posture, revealing a section of her snow-white ankles and slender calves from time to time, which makes people think. Everything she does is full of feminine charm and charm... Everyone in the family is looking forward to her arrival! Not only can you learn about your child's performance and learning in school, but you can also get a glimpse of her beauty and elegance. It’s really exciting!
"Yes, I don't know how many words the children have learned and how many poems they have memorized when I go home during the holidays." Chen Shuguang said, stroking his beard, "But I believe that the teaching quality and level of Aijing Primary School will not let us down." There was a gleam of expectation and worry in his eyes, as if he was thinking about how to better guide and educate his grandson. (End of chapter)