Would a martial arts expert at the Grandmaster level fall while riding a bicycle?
The answer was obviously no!
Cheng Yaojin demonstrated the answer to this question personally!
Even though Old Cheng had never ridden a bicycle before, and no one had ever taught him how to ride one, after he got on the bicycle, he relied on his strong control of his body's balance to imitate Cheng Chumo's cycling movements just now. He was able to do it without a teacher!
As he rode, he even left the handlebars with both hands and showed off his riding skills. Cheng Chumo and Cheng Chuliang were stunned.
"Haha! Good! Good! This bicycle is interesting! Although it's not as fast as a warhorse at full speed, this thing doesn't need to be fed grass! And there's no wear and tear. It's more convenient than a warhorse! "
After riding the bicycle and circling the front yard twice, Cheng Yaojin patted the seat of the bicycle, laughed, and praised.
"Dad, you're not thinking of using this bicycle to replace a warhorse, are you?"
Cheng Chumo was a little confused when he heard that.
When he thought of how the other side had thousands of soldiers and horses during the war, and how they were a team of bicycles, he couldn't help but feel his scalp tingle!
Smack!
This silly guy's scalp was still tingling, and then it hurt again because Cheng Yaojin had mercilessly slapped him on the head again!
"Rascal, when did this old man say that he wanted to use a bicycle to replace a warhorse? How can you play around with important matters of the country! Quickly return the bicycle to Little Xuan! "
Cheng Yaojin was a little exasperated and said.
"Oh! I'll return it in a while! "
Cheng Chumo rubbed his head and said gloomily.
Cheng Yaojin glared and said, "What do you mean in a while? Return it now! You rascal, haven't you had enough after playing for so long? "
Cheng Chumo was helpless and could only say, "Yes, Dad! I'll return it now! "
"Big Brother, let me help you return it?"
Cheng Chuliang suddenly said.
This time, it was Cheng Chumo's turn to stare. "Hey, Little Liang, you're really dreaming! No way! "
After saying that, he quickly "snatched" the bicycle from Cheng Yaojin's hand and said, "Dad, I'll return the bicycle!"
"Okay!"
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"Little Xuan, I heard that the Curious Pavilion has a new two-wheeled carriage. Can I take a look at it?"
When it was close to noon, Wang Renbiao arrived at the Li Zexuan's residence with his icily arrogant servant girl. After exchanging a few pleasantries, Wang Renbiao looked at Li Zexuan and explained his intentions.
"What? Is the Wang family interested in the bicycle business? "
Li Zexuan asked with a smile.
Wang Renbiao nodded and said, "That's right, the Wang family is very interested in this kind of vehicle that can move quickly without the help of animals! I can foresee that in the future, there will be more and more people riding such carriages in the Great Tang! "
After spending so much time with Li Zexuan, Wang Renbiao knew Li Zexuan's character very well. Therefore, he didn't hide anything and admitted it directly.
"Haha! You have good taste! "
Li Zexuan couldn't help but sigh in praise. A bicycle was logically much more convenient than a horse. In the future, as the living standards of the people of the Great Tang rose, bicycles would definitely enter every household.
Thinking back to his previous life, in the first twenty to thirty years after the founding of the People's Republic of China, the "Phoenix" bicycle was a popular product that the people of Suzhou, Zhejiang, and Shanghai scrambled for. In fact, there was a period where one could only buy one with a ticket. In 1978, owning a Phoenix or Forever brand bicycle was enough to make a family proud.
After the 21st century, when a boy got married, he would need a house, a car, and an expensive betrothal gift. Furthermore, the house had to be renovated and the home appliances had to be complete. However, in the 70s and 80s, a bicycle was enough!
Even though the current situation in Great Tang was different from that of China, the development of bicycles should be similar. Therefore, this was a market with great potential!
"However, that bicycle isn't at home now. It was borrowed by Chou Niu in the morning. Renbiao, if you want to take a look, you can either wait here for a while or come back another day!"
Li Zexuan said to Wang Renbiao after putting away his messy thoughts.
"Oh! That's really unfortunate! "
Hearing this, Wang Renbiao did not suspect anything and said regretfully.
"Xiao Xuan! I'm here to return the bicycle ~! "
Coincidentally, at this moment, Cheng Chumo's voice could be heard from outside the courtyard.
When there was no one around him, he would never call him Yamachō. Instead, he would call Li Zexuan by his name.
"Heh! Who said that it's unfortunate? Renbiao, looks like you came at the right time ~! "
Li Zexuan said with a smile.
As they spoke, Cheng Chumo rode his bicycle into the courtyard. "Xiao Xuan, your bicycle … Yo ~! Isn't this Ren Biao? You're here too? "
The relationship between the Wang Family and Li Zexuan was well known. Furthermore, Wang Renbiao was a relative of the Emperor and had been active in Chang 'an for the past few years. Cheng Chumo could still recognize him.
"Hehe! What a coincidence! Chou Niu, how have you been? "
Wang Renbiao stood up and clasped his hands.
Cheng Chumo laughed and waved his hand. "I know that you must have something to discuss with Yamachō. I won't disturb you any further. Let's meet again ~!"
After that, he parked his bicycle beside the stone table in the front yard of the Li Residence. This was where he got his bicycle in the morning. Then, he bid farewell and left.
Although he looked like a brute, he was still very observant when it came to crucial moments.
"Here! Renbiao, this is the bicycle that you wanted to see. I call it a bicycle! How does it feel ~? "
Wang Renbiao nodded. "It's amazing! Not only can this slender two-wheeled bicycle stand firm, it can also run very fast without the help of animals. If it's sold, it will definitely be very popular ~! I wonder if Xiao Xuan is willing to share some of the goods with the Wang Family! "
Li Zexuan did not hesitate and replied, "Of course! Not to mention that the Wang Family is an important member of the Chamber of Commerce, just based on my friendship with Renbiao, the Wang Family will definitely get a large share of the goods! Moreover, the output of the bicycle will definitely surprise you. The new workshop now is no longer the same as before ~! "
Especially after he updated the equipment for the new workshop next year, the productivity will be even more amazing!
Wang Renbiao said happily, "Haha! That's great! To be honest, Xiao Xuan, the Wang Family will definitely not complain about the number of bicycles that you can produce! "
Li Zexuan smiled and did not say anything.
After Wang Renbiao finished talking about the bicycle, he sighed faintly and said, "Today, other than discussing this matter with you, Xiao Xuan, I'm also here to say goodbye to you!"
Li Zexuan was surprised. "Goodbye? Renbiao, where are you going ~? "
Wang Renbiao was silent for a while and replied, "A few days ago, His Majesty appointed me as the Governor of Qizhou. I will take office after the New Year. At that time, it will be difficult to drink and chat with you!"
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