"Looks like it's time to expand our workshop!"
Li Zexuan looked up at the sky and said after some thought.
"Expand? How do you plan to expand? When the workshop was in Minister Yan's hands, the surrounding houses that could be moved away had all been moved away. Now, we can't expand anymore! "
Faubert shook his head and sighed.
"Since there's no space in Chang 'an, we'll move outside of Chang' an!"
Li Zexuan's eyes suddenly became firm as he said in a deep voice.
"Outside of the city? How can we do that? Young Master, this … "
People in any era tended to live in big cities. Just like how modern people liked to live in big cities like Tiandu and Shanghai, the ancient people were no exception.
The workshop had finally taken root in Chang 'an. Now that Li Zexuan wanted to move the workshop out, how could Faubert agree to that?
"Why not? Faubert, you know that I'm going to build a college in Plum Village, right? "
"Well, I've heard about it from Ma Zhou!"
"Haha! It's good that you've heard about it! "
Li Zexuan nodded and smiled. "Plum Village is surrounded by mountains and rivers. It's not only suitable for learning, but also for production. In the future, not only will I be staying in Plum Village, but most of the workshop's production tasks will also have to be moved there."
"But there …"
"No buts!"
Before Faubert could refute, Li Zexuan interrupted him. He said firmly, "Plum Village is indeed remote and desolate compared to Chang 'an. But when Yanhuang College is built, that place will replace the Imperial College and gradually become the Tang Empire's sacred land of learning. Many other industrial chains will be born there. Moreover, with the talents cultivated by Yanhuang College, the workshop will gain a lot of benefits!"
Modern first-rate universities basically had a lot of companies under their name. For example, Tsinghua University had 30 to 40 listed companies under its control. Among them, there were a few very famous and powerful companies, such as Tsinghua Tongfang, Tsinghua Purple Light, and so on. This was the so-called combination of production, learning, and research. To the greatest extent, it could quickly turn academic knowledge into wealth.
Li Zexuan came up with this idea on the spur of the moment. Yanhuang College's initial position was an engineering college. Of course, it didn't mean that in the future, only engineering would be taught. Confucianism would also be taught (for political reasons), but the focus would definitely be on engineering. With the engineering foundation provided by Yanhuang College, the workshop would definitely be able to produce more high-end black technology!
Of course, there was one thing that Li Zexuan did not mention. Mei Village was surrounded by the Ba River, which was very suitable for using water power to carry out industrial production, especially for some stamping and forging products that required very high surface precision. Hydraulic impact forging could perfectly meet the requirements. When the time came, Li Zexuan might consider making some more awesome black technology.
"… Alright, since Young Master insists, this old man agrees!"
Faubert was speechless. Surpassing the Imperial College and becoming the Tang Dynasty's holy land of learning? Although he admired Li Zexuan's creativity, running an academy and inventing and creating were two completely different things, okay? Why did he feel that Li Zexuan's words just now sounded like he was listening to a heavenly book?
But who asked him to be the boss? Faubert could only succumb to Li Zexuan's "perverted thief" and expressed that it was fine as long as he was happy!
"Haha ~! Two years later, Faubert, you will definitely admire my wise decision ~! "
Li Zexuan could see Faubert's helplessness from Faubert's expression and couldn't help but laugh.
Faubert was too lazy to even speak. He just stood there and rolled his eyes.
"Faubert, I will go to Plum Village in a few days. Come with me then and see where we can build our workshop! In the future, An Yi Lane will be the headquarters of our workshop. It will only be responsible for decision-making and some production tasks. Most of the other things will be in Plum Village. Therefore, the workshop there must be a large layout. Don't be afraid of spending money. Just tell me how much land you need. If Plum Village doesn't have enough, I will go to the neighboring villages to buy it! "
Li Zexuan said in an overbearing manner.
He liked to do things in one step. Instead of constantly expanding in the future, it was better to do things perfectly now.
"Yes, Young Master. This old man will go with you!"
Faubert couldn't change Li Zexuan's decision. He could only hope that they could choose a good place with convenient transportation.
"Oh, Faubert, have you built a house before?"
Li Zexuan suddenly asked.
"… Of course!"
Faubert had a bad feeling, but he still answered truthfully.
"Haha ~! That's great! "
Li Zexuan patted his thigh and said excitedly, "I already have the blueprint of Yanhuang College in mind. Faubert will also come with me to inspect the site. After I get married, I will draw the blueprint. Faubert, how about you bring people to help me build the college?"
"Young Master, this … this … if it is a simple house, this old man may build it. But if it is a garden with a more complicated structure, this old man is afraid that this old man can't do it!"
Faubert cupped his hands and said seriously, "But this old man thinks that if you can invite someone to help you build the college, it will be absolutely foolproof. The college built will also be a masterpiece!"
"Oh ~? Who is it? "
Li Zexuan was a little disappointed when he heard Faubert say no. But when he heard the last sentence, he immediately asked excitedly.
"Minister Yan!"
Faubert stroked his beard and smiled. He recommended his old boss to Li Zexuan.
"Oh! So it's him! "
Li Zexuan suddenly realized. He had almost forgotten that Yan Lide was a very famous architect!
According to historical records, in the early years of Wu De, Yan Lide was Cao Canjun of the King of Qin's Residence. Then he was appointed as the Minister of Imperial Clothing and designed clothes, umbrellas, and other ceremonial items for the palace.
After Li Er ascended to the throne, Yan Lide was promoted to Minister of Works and was in charge of building palaces, mausoleums, and other projects. He had presided over the construction of Cuiwei Palace, Yuhua Palace, Xian Tomb (tomb of Great Ancestor Li Yuan), Zhao Tomb (tomb of Emperor Li Shimin), and other major projects. Even the outer walls and city towers of Chang 'an City were built by him. He was deeply praised and used by Li Er.
More importantly, Li Zexuan had a very good relationship with Yan Shaoning. With this relationship, it might be much easier to ask for Yan Lide's help.
Of course, it would be even better if he could "steal" Yan Lide's younger brother, Yan Liben. This was because the Yan Family could be considered a real engineering family. As Yan Lide's younger brother, Yan Liben not only had superb painting skills, but he was also a master of landscape architecture. He was almost comparable to Yan Lide. When Yan Lide presided over the construction of the Zhao Tomb, Yan Liben had also participated in it and played a crucial role.
"Okay! I'll visit Minister Yan another day! "
Li Zexuan pondered for a moment and said.
"Yes, that would be for the best!"
Faubert heaved a sigh of relief and smiled.
He was truly afraid that Li Zexuan would assign this task to him. Not to mention his lack of ability, he was also very old. When the time came, he would not be able to endure the torment!
"Oh, that's right. Faubert, instruct a few craftsmen in the carriage department to make a pink carriage. Apart from the color being different, the rest of the materials and specifications will be the same as the previous' Don't Touch Me 'design. When it's done, I'll send it to Princess Changle. You can continue with your work. I'll go to the editorial department of Datang Daily to discuss some matters with Ma Zhou!"
Li Zexuan irresponsibly handed over the task and slipped away, leaving behind a confused Faubert alone in the wind.
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