124: Chapter 0124 Northern Cottage

Prince Bai's expression changed. Someone was actually able to shoot an arrow precisely into his study?

Didn't that mean if the other party wanted to, they could also shoot an arrow at him?

However, as a high-ranking and powerful vassal king, Prince Bai was completely unafraid. He walked over and pulled out the arrow.

Upon closer inspection, the arrowhead was unique and quite heavy, indicating that the bow used must have had immense power.

Prince Bai removed the note and scanned it, discovering that someone wanted to meet him in private?

"My Prince... who is it? To dare to be so bold?" Liao Meier cautiously leaned in and asked.

Prince Bai threw the note to her.

The woman took one look and was immediately shocked: "The Yanyu Pavilion Master wants to see you?"

"Hmph, it seems Yanyu Pavilion is also having a hard time regarding the Faceless Boy matter."

Prince Bai grinned and said: "This Lin Xiao, his cleverness has backfired; he's likely poked a hornet's nest!"

Seeing the man smile, Liao Meier hurriedly accompanied him with a smile: "Congratulations, My Prince. Perhaps you can take this opportunity to bring Yanyu Pavilion under your own use!"

"Hehe... that will depend on whether they can bring enough sincerity," Prince Bai said haughtily.

"That goes without saying!"

Seeing that the man had finally smiled, Liao Meier breathed a sigh of relief; she had finally saved her own life.

That detestable Faceless Boy, where on earth did he die? He really caused her so much misery!

The woman, of course, did not know that this Martial Arts Grandmaster of the assassin world had already been burned to ashes...

Early November. Accompanied by a light snowfall. The first trade between the Zhenbei Army Workshop and Western Qiang was successfully completed.

Western Qiang sent ten carts of iron ore and hundreds of cattle and sheep.

What they took back was a small amount of silver, as well as soap, honeycomb coal, and pickled vegetables.

When Old Yu, Yao Gang, and the others learned that these dozen carts of iron ore and hundreds of cattle and sheep were actually exchanged for things like honeycomb coal and pickled vegetables.

They all couldn't help but exclaim that General Lin was truly ruthless!

However, the craftsmen at the military workshop were definitely pleased!

With the subsequent iron ore continuously arriving, by next spring, they would be able to arm at least another five thousand men!

The two sides also agreed to set up a transit station on the border between Baishui Prefecture and Western Qiang, responsible for routine contact and timely coordination.

Lin Xiao handed these matters over to Su Wansha, while he himself headed to Wu Mountain City.

Since capturing Wu Mountain City, he hadn't been here yet, having left it entirely to General Zhao Kuan and Wei Dongxue to manage.

With the rapid development of the Zhenbei Army Workshop, Lin Xiao found that manpower was becoming increasingly insufficient.

This trip, firstly, he intended to scout around Wushan Commandery to recruit more talent in various fields.

Secondly, he also wanted to see how the people of Wu Mountain City were living and whether the various policies he had entrusted to them had been well implemented.

To conveniently observe the sentiments of the people, Lin Xiao disguised himself and rode into the city alone.

The construction of Wu Mountain City was relatively slow, but the city walls, main roads, and cement work had all been completed.

Passing by a "Northern Coal" shop, there were dozens of commoners queuing up, with two Militia members maintaining order.

"Don't crowd, come one by one, everyone will get their turn!"

"According to the registered household, two at half price per family per day, no more!"

A clerk responsible for sales shouted from the side.

Lin Xiao walked over and asked: "Young man, can we from out of town buy this honeycomb coal?"

"From out of town? You can. Although you can only buy it at the original price, it's still much more cost-effective than charcoal, and this honeycomb coal doesn't easily cause poisoning; it's very safe!"

"And what about the locals?"

"Locals, as long as they are registered with the government, can get the first two briquettes at half price per household every day!"

Lin Xiao pretended to be surprised: "Really? Half price every day?"

Before the clerk could say anything, an old man queuing next to him became anxious.

"How could this be fake? Don't look at who is selling the coal briquettes; the person behind this shop is Lin Xiao of the Zhenbei Army!"

"Exactly! It was Lin Xiao who personally ordered it; the people of Baishui Prefecture and Wushan Commandery can buy two honeycomb coals at half price per household. Who would dare to mess around?"

Several other residents in the queue also rolled their eyes at him.

Lin Xiao smiled sheepishly, "Sorry, I'm new here."

"I knew you were from out of town; you don't know how good the Zhenbei Army is!"

"Lin Xiao is afraid that we commoners will freeze, so he specifically gives us these benefits!"

A group of people praised him repeatedly, almost praising him into a living Bodhisattva. Hearing this, Lin Xiao blushed and quickly left.

After strolling for a while, he arrived at a shop named "Northern Cottage."

Dozens of carriages were already parked in the carriage yard opposite the shop, clearly all here to consume.

Inside the shop, it was crowded with young women and some wealthy-looking matrons.

"Is there any mugwort left?"

"Osmanthus or chrysanthemum ones are both fine!"

"How is it all sold out?"

In front of the counter, several young women were complaining loudly.

The female shopkeeper and the clerks could only keep appeasing them.

"Everyone, the 'Tianxiang' series of soap has a quota. Our shop is truly sold out; we have to wait until the day after tomorrow for it to be delivered from the workshop in Baishui Prefecture."

"If you are in a hurry to use it, our 'Lanxin' series is also very good. Although it lacks essential oil ingredients, the cleaning effect is excellent!"

The female shopkeeper was poised and spoke with a beaming smile:

"Everyone can register first, and upon paying a deposit, we will reserve the stock for you."

"Buy a piece of Lanxin today and use it when you go back; it won't delay anything!"

Upon hearing this, the noble ladies and young misses had no choice but to comply, scrambling to register and pay the deposit.

The shopkeeper then pointed to a promotional poster on the wall, which featured a beauty and the words "Snow Skin Cream."

"Ladies and misses, in half a month, 'Northern Cottage' will launch a brand-new product, 'Snow Skin Cream'!"

"This product can make your complexion whiter and clearer, and it won't cause dry skin in winter. Everyone is welcome to come and try it out then!"

Hearing this, the group of women excitedly began to inquire.

"Is this also a product from the Zhenbei Army Workshop?"

"Can it be used at any age?"

"Can it really keep the skin from getting dry?"

The shopkeeper answered them one by one: "If you are curious, you can come to participate in the 'launch event' on that day. Everyone who comes can experience it, and there will be small gifts, first come, first served!"

"There are gifts too? Then I must come!"

"The Zhenbei Army is really strange. They are all men, how can they create so many good things for women to use?"

"Hey! You don't understand this, do you? Making us smell good, don't their men like it too?"

"Isn't that right? Since I started using soap, my husband hasn't gone to his concubines for half a month. Who told me to be so fragrant?"

"Giggle, giggle..."

Several noble ladies laughed until they were swaying.

The group of beauty-loving wealthy women couldn't wait for this "launch event" to start!

Lin Xiao listened from outside for a while, feeling amused and helpless; he really hadn't thought that much.

It was mainly because things like soap and cold cream had low costs and high profits!

No wonder they say women's and children's money is easy to earn. If these things were given to a group of men, the "Tianxiang" series would absolutely not be sellable!

After strolling for the morning, Lin Xiao was quite satisfied with the governance of General Zhao Kuan and the other.

They had followed his ideas and implemented various policies that benefited the people.

As long as the hearts of the people were united, the Zhenbei Army would be able to stand firm in both places.

Finding a deserted corner, Lin Xiao restored his original appearance and then rode to the military camp.

When the soldiers saw him, they immediately saluted and greeted him excitedly.

Lin Xiao went straight into the main tent and saw several generals, including Wei Dongxue and Xu Zhen, discussing something.

Seeing Lin Xiao arrive suddenly, the few were pleasantly surprised and hurriedly saluted.

"Greetings, General Lin!"

Lin Xiao nodded, looked around, and asked: "Where is Brother Zhao? Did he go out?"

At the mention of General Zhao Kuan, the expressions of Wei Dongxue and the others became sad, and they sighed.