flstandardbreds Chapter 114 Animals and Porcelain: A Glorious Blend
Chapter 114 Animals and Porcelain: A Glorious Blend
Animals and porcelain blend to create a magnificent scene
Su Yunlan's gaze was as sharp as a hawk's as he scanned the scattered porcelain shards on the ground.
She crouched down, her slender fingers brushing across the rough ground, her fingertips picking up a bit of dust.
A faint fishy smell entered my nostrils, clashing with the scent of porcelain clay.
She examined it closely and realized that the taste was like some kind of herb, with a slightly bitter flavor.
Several possibilities flashed through Su Yunlan's mind, and her eyes grew increasingly deep.
"Thirteenth Brother, go and call Old Zhang, the herb gatherer in the village." Her voice was calm and composed, as if she had everything under control.
Xiao Yuhan stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from the chilly morning wind.
His deep gaze watched Su Yunlan's every move, and he understood her thoughts without needing to say a word.
He nodded slightly, turned and left, his steps firm and steady.
Su Yunlan stood up and turned her gaze toward the ranch.
That's where porcelain is made, and it's also the place most likely to leave clues.
She walked slowly along the path, her eyes sharp, not missing a single clue.
There was a little white powder on the roadside weeds. She reached out and gently picked it up, then smelled it. It smelled like porcelain clay.
Meanwhile, Zhao Mumin hid in the shadows, his cold gaze fixed on Su Yunlan.
He was secretly pleased with himself, thinking he had done a perfect job.
He deliberately left Su Yunlan's fingerprints on some intact porcelain pieces and sprinkled some herbal powder collected from near Su Yunlan's residence on them, attempting to frame her.
Su Yunlan arrived at the porcelain firing site and carefully observed the surrounding environment.
Scattered on the ground were broken pieces of porcelain and charcoal ash, and the air was filled with the smell of burnt wood.
She noticed that some of the intact porcelain pieces had tiny scratches, as if they had been deliberately made.
She reached out and gently touched the scratches, feeling a rough texture on her fingertips.
She picked up another piece of porcelain with fingerprints on it, examined it closely, and sneered inwardly.
These fingerprints were so deliberate that they gave away the clues.
"Zhao Mumin, do you think you can get away with this?" Su Yunlan muttered to herself, a cold smile playing on her lips.
She took out a clean white silk handkerchief from her sleeve, carefully wiped the fingerprints off the porcelain, then folded it neatly and put it back in her sleeve.
"Thirteenth Brother, let's go." Su Yunlan turned and left, his gaze firm and confident.
Xiao Yuhan followed behind her, the two walking side by side without speaking, yet seemingly connected at heart.
As evening fell, in the Xiao family courtyard, Su Yunlan laid out all the evidence she had collected on the table.
She looked up at Xiao Yuhan.
The following day, sunlight shone on the pasture, gilding the once somewhat desolate land with a golden glow.
The herders gathered together, discussing amongst themselves, waiting for Su Yunlan to appear.
Su Yunlan was dressed in plain clothes, but it couldn't hide the confident glow emanating from her.
She walked slowly to the front of the crowd, her clear voice particularly distinct in the morning air: "Today, I will expose a person's true colors!"
Her gaze was piercing, fixed directly on Zhao Mumin in the crowd.
Zhao Mumin's expression changed, and he subconsciously took a step back, his eyes flickering, not daring to meet Su Yunlan's gaze.
Su Yunlan took out the porcelain shard with Zhao Mumin's fingerprints from her sleeve, along with the herbal powder scraped off the shard.
She presented the evidence to everyone one by one and explained its source and significance.
"Zhao Mumin, you think you've done everything perfectly, but you don't realize that every move you make leaves a trace!" Su Yunlan's voice was firm and resolute, each word like a sharp sword piercing Zhao Mumin's heart.
Zhao Mumin's face turned from white to green, then from green to purple, and large beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
He wanted to explain himself, but found himself speechless.
All the evidence points to him, leaving him nowhere to hide.
The herders were initially skeptical, but upon seeing this irrefutable evidence, they were immediately filled with righteous indignation.
They all condemned Zhao Mumin and his despicable behavior.
"Zhao Mumin, you have disappointed us greatly!" Uncle Ma said with great sorrow.
"We always trusted you, and yet you did this!" said the sheep girl.
Amidst the accusations of the crowd, Zhao Mumin was filled with shame and felt utterly ashamed.
He slunk away from the ranch and never returned.
In the crowd, Xiao Yuhan looked at Su Yunlan with deep affection.
Her wisdom and courage deeply impressed him, and made him love her even more.
He walked to Su Yunlan's side and gently took her hand.
Su Yunlan felt Xiao Yuhan's deep affection, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.
She took his hand in return, and they smiled at each other, everything understood without words.
As the sun sets, its golden rays bathe the two of them, creating a heartwarming scene.
Xiao Yuhan suddenly spoke up: "Lan'er, I..."
Sunlight spilled across the pasture like scattered gold, and the air was filled with the fresh scent of earth and grass, along with a faint fragrance of porcelain clay.
After months of careful preparation, the new product combining animal husbandry and porcelain has finally been officially launched on the market.
In a corner of the ranch, rows of exquisite porcelain pieces come into view in the newly built display shed. They are no longer cold utensils, but works of art that are cleverly combined with animal husbandry.
The cow-shaped milk jugs, sheep-shaped wine jugs, and pig-shaped storage jars are all lifelike and exude a unique charm. The warm luster of the porcelain surface and the vivid shapes attract everyone's attention.
The market response was enthusiastic, and orders poured in like snowflakes.
The herders' faces were beaming with joy; they had never seen their livestock generate wealth in such a way.
Uncle Ma grinned from ear to ear, rubbing his rough hands together incessantly, smoothing out the wrinkles on his face. He told everyone he met, "These are all thanks to Yunlan. We old folks are really enjoying this blessing!"
Standing between the ranch and the porcelain-making area, Su Yunlan looked at the bustling crowd and listened to the laughter and chatter, feeling an indescribable sense of pride welling up in her heart.
Her gaze swept over the herders, their cheeks flushed from their busy work. They radiated a vibrant life force, no longer the numb and powerless people they once were.
Young Master Xiao and Miss Yang excitedly weaved through the crowd, holding freshly made porcelain in their hands, their faces beaming with innocent smiles, their voices clear and high-pitched, "Our porcelain is so popular!" The entire ranch was immersed in a sea of joy.
A gentle breeze carries the fragrance of flowers, mingled with the earthy aroma, creating a refreshing and delightful atmosphere.
However, amidst this joy, a piece of news, like a subtle shadow, quietly swept across Su Yunlan's heart.
She overheard some herders talking about how the town's winery was on the verge of bankruptcy due to poor management.
The news was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, stirring ripples in her heart.
Her brows furrowed slightly.
As night fell and the stars twinkled, Su Yunlan stood at the entrance of the courtyard, looking up at the sky. She softly said to Xiao Yuhan beside her, "Yuhan, tomorrow, I want to go and see that winery." Her tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable firmness.