"Risks? Marquis, what risks are there? "
In ancient times, most of the mining was done close to the surface. Some of the ore was even directly exposed to the surface, so Fubin couldn't think of any risks at the moment!
Li Zexuan pondered for a moment, then said, "Firstly, if it rains, due to the terrain, the rainwater will gather in the mine, which is definitely a threat to the safety of the miners. Secondly, the deeper the mine, the less air there is, the more likely the miners will suffocate to death. Thirdly, and this is also the most serious point. If the mining route and the size of the mine are not strictly controlled, it is very likely that the mine will collapse. When that happens, no one will be able to come out, and the casualties will be disastrous. No one can bear the responsibility for this!"
After hearing Li Zexuan list out the risks, Fubin's face instantly turned pale. Although his skin was already tanned, it was still very obvious that his face was pale. "Marquis, then … why don't I get someone to fill up the mine?"
Fubin was scared. Although he was almost half a gangster in the past, and although he was now the manager of an iron mine, and could be said to have "great power" in his hands, he didn't dare to get involved in a murder case.
"Yeah! Xiao Xuan! Since mining in this mine is so dangerous, why don't we fill it up to prevent the miners from losing their lives? Besides, this mine is so deep. What if a playful child comes here to play and accidentally falls in? The ore near the surface of this iron mine is enough for us to mine for another two years. There's no need to take such a risk! "
Han Tianhu, who was beside him, also said with concern.
Li Zexuan frowned and didn't say a word. He was also weighing the pros and cons in his heart. When it came to mining, if there was a large amount of ore on the surface, then the best choice was of course to mine on the surface. Not only was it simple and convenient, but the mining efficiency was also much higher. Because the surface area was large, it was convenient for more people to mine at the same time. However, the problem was that the ore on the surface was often limited. Most of the ore was distributed below the surface. Just like this iron mine, the ore on the surface probably didn't even account for 1% of the total reserves!
Should he give up eating for fear of choking, or should he face the difficulties head-on? This was a question worth pondering!
After pondering for a long time, Li Zexuan said, "Don't fill it up yet. This mine is only four to five feet deep. If we can control the path and the size of the mine well, the risk is relatively low!
Xiao Bing, in the future, when the miners are mining in the mine, the tunnel must not be more than 10 feet wide. Also, you need to plan the mining route in advance. You cannot dig through two tunnels!
In addition, the mine could only be dug from the depth of the mine. It couldn't be dug any further. The deeper it went, the greater the risk! Before the miners entered the mine, they had to use torches or candles to check if there was enough air underground. They also had to build a drainage ditch above the mine to prevent rainwater from entering the mine!
Do you remember all these? "
A depth of four to five feet was only about 10 meters. In fact, it wasn't that deep. Most modern mines were about a few hundred meters deep. The world's deepest mine, Mbonig Mine, was more than 4,000 meters deep. Therefore, in comparison, as long as the safety measures were in place, there shouldn't be any danger in this mine!
Of course, more importantly, Li Zexuan wanted to try mining underground. As Tang Dynasty's industrial base became more and more complete, the demand for all kinds of ores would increase. The ores on the surface would not be able to meet the demand. By that time, they would have to mine from underground. Rather than not knowing anything at that time, it was better to start accumulating the experience and skills of mining underground. This way, they could be prepared when the time came!
Fubin was actually a little "scared" at this time. After listening to Li Zexuan's words, he hesitated and asked, "Marquis, is this really okay? There won't be any deaths, right? "
Li Zexuan stared at Dong Xuebing. But he thought about it again. Sometimes, it might not be a bad thing to be timid. Take Fubin for example. If he had the guts, he would have started using the mine method to mine. Also, the depth of the mine would definitely be more than 10 meters deep. If that was the case, the miners here would have already lost their lives!
"As long as you do as I say, everything will be fine! This is also a good opportunity for you to increase your knowledge and experience. You have to come here often to check on the mine to prevent accidents! "
After thinking for a while, Li Zexuan looked at Fubin and said.
Fubin gritted his teeth and said, "Fine! During this time, I will keep an eye here and do everything according to Marquis's instructions! "
Li Zexuan nodded and suddenly remembered something. He said seriously, "Xiao Bing, you can use the mine to mine the iron mines, but you cannot use this method at the coal mines! No matter how shallow the mine is, you cannot use it! Do you understand? "
Fubin was puzzled and asked, "Marquis, why is that so?"
Dong Xuebing really had this thought. Since the iron mines can be used to mine the mine, then the coal mines should be able to do it too! Mining in a mine is more efficient than mining in an open pit. After all, mining in an open pit requires the soil to be removed from the surface. Mining in an open pit can be done directly from the mine!
Li Zexuan said seriously, "Don't ask why. Just do as I say! Remember, do not dig on top of a coal mine! I would rather waste more manpower digging in an open pit than dig on top of a coal mine! Or else, a lot of people will die! "
A coal mine is different from an iron mine. If you dig a mine, there will be gas inside. This gas will explode when it comes in contact with a flame. To light up the mine, you must have special explosion-proof lamps. If not, the mines will explode! With the current conditions, explosion-proof lamps can't be manufactured in a short period of time. So, Li Zexuan asked Fubin to give up on the idea of digging on top of a coal mine!
Hearing that "a lot of people will die", Fubin trembled and quickly said, "Okay! Marquis, don't worry. I will remember. I will definitely not dig on top of a coal mine! "
Li Zexuan nodded and walked around the mine two more times before leaving with Han Tianhu.
Then, under Han Tianhu's lead, Li Zexuan went to the other nearby mines to inspect. He felt guilty. Ever since he got these mines from Li Er last year, he hadn't seen them in person. Now that he was in Lan Province, how could he not take the opportunity to take a look?
However, after looking at the mine, Li Zexuan felt a little bloated. In his previous life, people often joked, "If you charge a few thousand yuan for a game, you must have a mine at home.", "XXXXX, you have a mine at home." Now, Li Zexuan really wanted to say, "Yes, I really do have a mine at home, and not just one!"
After visiting the mines, it was almost dusk. Zhou Wenfang sent someone to invite Li Zexuan and the children to dinner, but Li Zexuan politely declined. That night, he and the children planned to stay at Willow Village where Han Tianhu lived. It was a good opportunity to understand Han Tianhu's life here!
"Hehe! It's right in front! "
When the sun set, the children in the fields officially "finished work." Under Han Tianhu's lead, a large group of people and chickens marched towards Willow Village. Han Tianhu said to the children as he walked, "You've all been tired for the day. Later, eat as much as you want. I see that some of you were too embarrassed to eat too much for lunch. You must be starving now, right?"
As soon as Han Tianhu's voice fell, the children immediately began to chatter.
"Yes, yes! I didn't dare to eat after eating two bowls of rice in the afternoon. I was afraid that the official would laugh at me! "
"I didn't dare to eat after eating five drumsticks …"
"Li Zheng, are there drumsticks tonight?"
"Is there fatty meat tonight?"
Hearing this, Han Tianhu laughed, "Yes! Chicken, duck, fish, and fish are all available tonight! Eat as much as you want. Whoever pretends to be polite and doesn't dare to eat too much, I'll kick that person's ass today! "
Although he said this, Han Tianhu's eyes were filled with kindness. He was really happy today. Many of the children in front of him grew up under his watch. Of course, some of them were even beaten up by him when they were young!
After being in a foreign land for more than half a year, Han Tianhu also missed the people in the Han Family Manor. Now that he saw these children, he felt as if he had already returned to the Han Family Manor. That kind of homesickness could only be experienced by those who had been wandering around for years!
"Oh ~! I want to eat four bowls of rice tonight! "
"I want to eat ten drumsticks tonight!"
"I want to eat two bowls of meat!"
The children instantly cheered.
They were all from the same manor. These children had always treated Han Tianhu as their own uncle. Naturally, there was no need for them to be polite. Unlike when they had lunch at the Provincial Governor's Residence, they had to be considerate of others. Tonight, they could eat as much as they wanted!
"Father-in-law, can you prepare dinner for so many of us by yourself? Why don't I send someone to the city to invite a few chefs over? "
Li Zexuan helplessly shook his head as he looked at the group of brats trying to eat Han Tianhu poor. Then, he said worriedly.
After all, Han Tianhu was alone here without any companions.
Han Tianhu smiled and waved his hand. "Hehe! No need, no need! A few of the villagers have already prepared dinner for you at my house an hour ago! It's just right for you to go back now! "
From Han Tianhu's tone, the villagers here should have a good relationship with him. Otherwise, they wouldn't have taken the initiative to cook for him!
"Also, I have already arranged for the children's sleeping quarters. For those who have empty rooms, I will arrange one for each family. Xiao Xuan, don't worry. The villagers are very easy to talk to. I have already informed them in advance. The children won't be mistreated if they sleep at their place at night!"
Seeing that Li Zexuan didn't say anything, Han Tianhu added on.
Li Zexuan nodded and said, "Since Father-in-law has already made arrangements, then of course I'm not worried!"
Han Tianhu's love for these children was no less than his. Li Zexuan naturally didn't have any reason to worry!
… … …
"Yo! Tianhu, you're back? This … this is Marquis, right? This humble one, Ma Jiang, greets Marquis! "
After entering Willow Village, the group came to a courtyard. A bare-chested, burly man walked out from the door. That burly man first greeted Han Tianhu, then noticed Li Zexuan and hurriedly bowed to Li Zexuan.
"No need to be so polite! This Marquis is here to freeload a meal! "
Li Zexuan nodded and joked.
However, he had some doubts in his heart. This person in front of him actually called Han Lizheng "Tianhu". This was very rare! One must know that even in the Han Family Manor, when the villagers saw his father-in-law, they would only call him Lizheng. Almost no one would call him by his name!
This could only mean that the burly man in front of him had a close relationship with Han Tianhu!
"Xiao Xuan, Ma Jiang is my brother. During the battle in Yunzhou, he and I were both part of Duke Yi's personal army! After the world was peaceful, he also retired! "
Han Tianhu said to Li Zexuan.
Li Zexuan was startled. He then cupped his hands towards Ma Jiang and said, "So that's how it is! Then this junior should be the one greeting Uncle Ma! "
This was not only to give face to Han Tianhu, but also out of respect for a soldier who had risked his life for the Great Tang Empire!
Ma Jiang originally thought that this Marquis in front of him was very easy-going, witty, and not at all arrogant. However, when he saw Li Zexuan bowing to him, he was startled. He hurriedly turned his body and said in a fluster, "Marquis, you … you can just call me Old Ma. I don't deserve to be called Uncle Ma! I really don't deserve to be called Uncle Ma! "
Li Zexuan said with a serious face, "Since you are my father-in-law's former brother on the battlefield, then you deserve to be called Uncle Ma!"
"No, no, no! I can't! Marquis, please don't call me Uncle Ma! "
Ma Jiang was so anxious that his forehead was sweating. He was at a loss for what to do.
At this time, Han Lizheng said, "Haha! Little Xuan, Old Ma, let's not get entangled in this. The children are still hungry! Is the meal ready? "
Ma Jiang hurriedly said, "It's ready! It's ready! My wife, Shanzi, and the other families' wives are all inside. They have also prepared the pheasants and hares sent by the villagers. There are six tables in the courtyard. They will help to serve the dishes in a while! Tianhu, I will go back and tidy up the house. Later, you can let the children sleep in my house! "
Han Lizheng hurriedly said, "What's wrong? Old Ma? You don't want to eat before going back? "
Ma Jiang waved his hand and said, "I don't want to eat! I don't want to eat! I was just smelling the meat in the kitchen and I was already full. The house is very messy. I have to go back and tidy it up! The children have been tired all day. I have to let them have a good night's sleep, right? Marquis, I will go back first! "
After saying that, Ma Jiang cupped his fists towards Li Zexuan. Without waiting for Li Zexuan's reply, he hurriedly ran away.
The villagers were simple and honest. If it were anyone else who had the chance to eat with Li Zexuan, they would definitely lick his face and stick to him. For example, in the afternoon at the Provincial Governor's Office, Zhou Wenfang and Wang Chengxing's subordinates. However, Ma Jiang was different. He would only feel uneasy when eating with Li Zexuan.
"Go, go, go! Let's all go in and eat! "
Han Lizheng didn't mind. He waved his hand and called out to the group of children behind him.
"Oh! Let's eat! "
The devilish brats burst into cheers and immediately swarmed into the courtyard like a swarm of bees.
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