Ang Lee planted the sunflower on the outermost layer of the deck because the air above the outermost layer of the deck had the highest salt content. If the vegetables were planted here, it would be easy for them to be salted to death.
Behind the sunflower was an aisle. Behind the aisle were various vegetables planted by Ang Lee. In order to prevent these vegetables from being salted to death by the sea, Ang Lee carried out a variety of protection for these delicate green vegetables.
First of all, some of the dishes were covered with a layer of glass, which could block some of the salt, but it was impossible to completely avoid it. After all, this was a ship sailing on the sea, and there was some salt in the air.
In addition, Ang Lee also brought a lot of sprinklers, and they were manually pressed. The bottom was a small kettle with a straw attached to it. With a light press, the fresh water inside could be sprayed out in the form of mist, so that the least amount of fresh water could be sprayed evenly on the leaves of these plants to wash away the salt attached to the leaves and promote the normal growth of the plants.
Because there were too many vegetable plants, it was far from enough to rely on Ang Lee to maintain them alone. Jiaren and Yun 'er had to set aside a large part of their time every day to take care of these vegetables. In addition, when the people in the kitchen were idle, they would come over to help. If the dishes grew too long, they would also ask Ang Lee to pick some to cook.
After the care of many people, the vegetables on the deck grew very well. They did not wither and die because of the harsh sea environment, which brought vitality and happiness to the entire ship.
However, only the ship Ang Lee was on had such treatment. The other ships only had a small amount of sunflower at most. After all, maintaining the vegetable fields on the deck cost a lot. Moreover, it took up a lot of space on the deck. It was not realistic to use it comprehensively, especially for combat ships, the deck could not be occupied casually.
In order to let all the soldiers see the green of life, all the ships were equipped with a certain number of sunflowers, placed on the outermost deck and part of the cabin. It was very simple and easy to take care of these sunflowers, as long as they were not dried to death. Moreover, the existence of some sunflowers would not affect the performance of the combat ship and would not take up much space.
Ang Lee picked up the sprinkler and gently sprayed the vegetables in front of him. His movements were elegant and comfortable. In the vast sea, taking care of the green vegetables with his own hands was definitely a very comfortable thing.
The green leaves needed to be matched with safflower. If there were only green vegetables, it wouldn't be too beautiful. The colorful sunflowers and the green plants formed a sharp contrast, making the whole environment look more comfortable. Because they had already started planting when they first went south, some vegetables had already bloomed.
The tomato seeds brought from America were very good. It only took a few months for the small tomato seedlings to fully grow and bloom. They had even borne many small green tomatoes. It was estimated that after a period of time, the small green tomatoes would turn red, and then they would be ready to eat.
Green small tomatoes were absolutely not to be eaten. Otherwise, it would cause food poisoning because the unripe green tomatoes contained a substance called solanum alkali. After people ate this substance, it would cause poisoning. However, most people would not eat green tomatoes because green tomatoes were bitter and difficult to swallow. It was simply very unpalatable. One would vomit after eating it, let alone being poisoned.
Due to the harsh environment of the sea, there would be no pests living near the ship. Therefore, insecticide could be completely ruled out. All the vegetables and fruits had no signs of being attacked by pests and diseases. This made the leaves of these vegetables and fruits grow very well. There was no trace of insect damage.
Floating on the vast sea and looking at the green vegetables in front of him, Ang Lee was in a very good mood. It was an indescribable comfort.
Southeast Asia was a tropical climate. This climate was very suitable for the growth of plants. Plants grew much faster under this temperature condition than in the temperate zone.
The cabbage had matured for several times, the cucumbers could be picked, and the celery grew bigger than the temperate zone. It looked full of vitality and could make people happy.
These vegetables belonged to Ang Lee alone. Ordinary people could not touch them casually. Except for some people who took care of the vegetables, the kitchen also had to get Ang Lee's permission to pick the vegetables.
However, for Yun 'er and the beauty, Ang Lee had always been more tolerant. As long as they liked something, they could directly pick it without asking for Ang Lee's permission. To the beauty, Ang Lee had always been more tolerant. He was completely a gentleman.
"Alang, the kitchen asked, what does Alang want to eat for lunch?"
Yun 'er ran over and asked.
Ang Lee smiled and said softly, "Braised pork trotters, cold cucumber, steamed fish, and …"
Ang Lee had always been very generous when it came to satisfying his appetite. In any case, he was so rich. It would be a waste if he didn't eat it. Who would save it for?
"Yes, Alang."
Yun 'er responded and went to make the arrangements.
The beauty took care of the vegetables at the side. After busying herself for a while, she picked a few cucumbers and prepared to reward herself.
Ang Lee walked over and asked softly, "Can a person eat so many cucumbers?"
After saying that, Ang Lee unconsciously coughed. There was no problem with his words, but he felt that it was a bit dirty. Of course, a beauty like the beauty would never understand. No one in this era would understand.
The beauty smiled and handed two to Ang Lee. She then hid two and said with a smile, "Alang, I picked so many. It's not for me alone. It's for you and Yun 'er."
After saying that, she stuffed a fresh and tender cucumber into her mouth.
"Not bad, there's good food to eat. You can even think of Alang. You're a good child. Alang likes it."
Ang Lee happily took the cucumber. However, he had thought of something dirty just now, so when he looked at the tender green cucumber, he really didn't have the slightest appetite. He just held it in his hand and watched the beauty eat it.
"Beauty, you can just eat it directly. Why are you licking it in your mouth? Is the cucumber very fragrant?"
Ang Lee asked with a smile.
Looking at the beauty like this, it was impossible not to be dirty.
The beauty grinned and said, "Alang, this cucumber is too fresh and tender. I can't bear to eat it. It smells fresh and tender. There's a different kind of fragrance."
After saying that, she licked and smelled it again. Then, she gently took a bite and placed it in her mouth to chew carefully. Her face revealed an intoxicated expression.
Seeing the beauty eating so happily, Ang Lee lost his appetite even more. However, a certain part of his body couldn't help but swell up.
"Beauty, tonight, Alang will let you eat a fresher and tender cucumber, okay?"
Ang Lee asked with a smile. His expression couldn't help but become unrestrained.
"A fresher and tender cucumber? Oh, okay. Thank you, Alang. "
The beautiful woman answered in a stupefied manner.
"What fresh and tender cucumber? Alang, you can't be biased! You can't leave me out. "
Yun 'er rushed over and heard the topic of fresh and tender cucumber. She pouted and said.
Ang Lee almost couldn't hold back his laughter. He hurriedly said, "Okay, okay, okay. Everyone will have a share. Everyone will have a share."
After saying that, Ang Lee couldn't hold it in anymore. He laughed until tears almost flowed out of his eyes. Then, he turned to look at the sea.
"Beauty, what's wrong with Alang? What happened just now?"
Yun 'er saw that Ang Lee was about to go crazy from laughing, so she asked the beauty.
The beauty rubbed her head and said blankly, "It's nothing! I picked a few cucumbers. I said that the cucumbers were very fresh and delicious. I couldn't bear to eat them. "
"And then?"
Yun 'er continued to ask.
The beauty said, "Then Alang laughed and said that he would let me eat a fresher and tender cucumber tonight. After that, you came over."
Yun 'er was stunned for a moment. She looked at the beauty in confusion and whispered, "Alang said that he would let you eat a fresher and tender cucumber tonight. Why did he say that he would let you eat a fresher and tender cucumber tonight? It's even fresher and tender, could it be … "
As she finished speaking, Yun 'er's shy face turned red. She looked at Ang Lee angrily.
"Sister Yun 'er, why are you blushing?"
The beauty was even more puzzled.
Yun 'er pinched the beauty's ear and scolded, "It's all your fault. We all fell into Alang's trap. Hmph."
As maids, their status was the same. However, Yun 'er had served Ang Lee for a longer time and had more stories with Ang Lee. She had once had the experience of eating cucumbers, so she was naturally able to understand this layer and immediately felt embarrassed.
The beauty had served Ang Lee much later than Yun 'er and had not licked him yet. Therefore, she naturally did not think in this direction and did not understand the deeper meaning behind Ang Lee's words.
"Ah!" We fell into Alang's trap, it can't be! Isn't it just eating cucumbers? Is it that serious? "
The beauty disdained this.
Yun 'er was embarrassed and reprimanded, "You're still talking? You really don't know shame. Shut up!"
Ang Lee was not far away, so he could still hear their conversation. He was so excited that he almost floated up. This feeling was simply too great.
"Alang, Sister Yun 'er said that we fell into your trap. What's going on?"
As she could not get an answer from Yun 'er's mouth, the beauty directly asked Ang Lee, wanting to find out the truth of the matter.
Ang Lee did not want to expose her, so he opened his mouth and said with a smile, "Beauty, when night comes, you will understand. However, what you said just now was very right. Isn't it just eating cucumbers? What's the big deal? "
After saying that, he turned around and returned to the cabin. As the commander of the entire army, other than leisure, Ang Lee was also responsible for many things to prevent any problems from happening to this huge army.
At this moment, the beauty's heart felt as if there were ten thousand ants crawling around. She desperately wanted to know the answer to this matter, but Ang Lee and Yun 'er refused to tell her. She was about to suffocate to death.
"Good sister, quickly tell me what's going on!"
The beauty was really anxious, so she quickly asked.
Yun 'er glared at her, leaned close to the beauty's ear, and whispered, "Alang asked you to eat him …"
"Ah! Alang is too bad. How can he do this? "
The beauty was shocked. She paused, looked at Yun 'er, and asked doubtfully, "Sister Yun' er, how did you know? Have you eaten …"
"I'll strangle you."
Yun 'er was stunned for a moment, and then she pinched the beauty's arm.
"Sister, please spare me. I know I'm wrong. Ah …"
From time to time, a woman's scream could be heard from outside the door. However, this did not disturb Ang Lee's soldiers. They were already used to it. Moreover, Ang Lee was right beside them, so they did not dare to act rashly.
"This is the largest group of pirates around Shilifoshi. It is said that there are more than six hundred of them. They escaped because they are far from Malacca. Now that the navy of the Tang dynasty is here, we can't just let these pirates continue to exist. We must wipe them out."
Ang Lee said in a domineering manner.
This was also his gift to the King of Shilifoshi. Wiping out the pirates around Shilifoshi would solve the King's problem. This was a gift that would make the King shed tears of gratitude. Therefore, as long as this gift was delivered, the King would be very grateful to Ang Lee. He would be willing to give any national treasure to Ang Lee.
"Assistant Minister Li, let me go. My troops are enough to wipe out this pirate lair."
A Vanguard Battalion Chief who was eager to gain merit said loudly.
As a former pirate, he was very familiar with the tricks of the pirates. Now that his equipment was more advanced, he was confident that he could wipe out these pirates easily.
"Assistant Minister Li, the Vanguard Battalion is going to take all the credit. Our Dragon Battalion is just a decoration. Let us fight! We only need five hundred soldiers to wipe out these pirates. "
The Vanguard Battalion Chief was angry. He also wanted to gain merit.
After all, the Dragon Battalion had set off directly from Chang 'an City. They had traveled so far. If they couldn't gain merit, they would have come for nothing.
"Assistant Minister Li, the Sky Army hasn't fought in a long time. Let us attack the pirates from the air and cooperate with the main force to take down the pirate lair."
"Assistant Minister Li, I am willing to go."
Soon, almost all the soldiers present were fighting to lead the army to wipe out the pirates.
Seeing that his subordinates were fighting to take down the pirate lair, Ang Lee was very happy. With so many brave soldiers, he had nothing to worry about.
"Don't be anxious. There are many opportunities to gain merit. This is only the largest pirate lair. There are still scattered pirates in other locations. There are also pirate activities in the Ha Ling Nation and Sheng Deng Nation. Each of your troops will have a chance to participate in the battle. Therefore, you don't have to fight. Just follow my orders."
Li An calmed his subordinates down, telling them not to cause a ruckus.
"Assistant Minister Li, give the order! I am willing to lead the troops. "
Li An nodded in satisfaction and said, "Alright, all of you, come here. This time, I want you to split up and destroy all the pirate nests around Shilifoshi. Don't give them any time to prepare. Half of the troops will be mobilized. Split up twenty steam cannons to support the other troops. Split up the landing ships as well. Also, split up …"
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