Ministers Begging Me to Ascend the Throne

Chapter 904: Chapter 38: I Still Don’t Know Who My Future Princess Will Be

Looking at the sand-like grains like snowflakes, Zhao Yao casually grabbed a small handful, lowered his head, and tasted it. The sweet taste instantly spread across his tongue.

"Sweet! Truly sweet!"

"Your Highness, is this the white sugar you wanted?"

"It’s exactly what I wanted." Zhao Yao couldn’t help but grab another small handful of white sugar, eating it with a satisfied look on his face. "You’ve done well."

Being praised by Zhao Yao, Lao Chen beamed with joy and said, "We did everything as you instructed." Your Highness is truly a genius. Last year, Your Highness had people produce new salt, and then fine salt. And now, Your Highness has made white sugar. This white sugar is a great thing, no less valuable than salt.

"There will be rewards for everyone."

Upon hearing about the rewards, Lao Chen was filled with excitement and said eagerly, "Thank Your Highness." Prince Han is not only exceptionally wise but also very benevolent. As long as they do their work obediently and do it well, Prince Han will grant rewards, and not just a few.

Looking at the bowl of white sugar in front of him, Zhao Yao saw it as if it were a bowl of gold.

"White sugar is a good thing. I must tell you to keep the method of making it a secret. It must not be known to others."

Lao Chen understood the value of white sugar. He earnestly said, "Rest assured, Your Highness, we will never disclose the method of making white sugar." Not long ago, they were all considered useless, despised by their families, and looked down upon by neighbors and friends. If it weren’t for Prince Han taking them in and giving them work, they would probably be dead by now. Prince Han is their savior, their rebirth parent; they would never betray him.

Zhao Yao had great trust in Lao Chen. In the past, Lao Chen was a small leader of the Imperial Guard. If it weren’t for losing a leg on the battlefield, he might still be a Colonel in the Imperial Guard. Unfortunately, fate played tricks on him. Fortunately, he was clever and followed Zhao Yao to Lingnan, starting a new life. Now, he is the steward of Nanshan Farm, managing it with great order.

"Since you’ve managed to make white sugar, now try making crystal sugar next." Zhao Yao very meticulously instructed Lao Chen on how to make crystal sugar.

After Lao Chen memorized it, he noted down the instructions after listening to Zhao Yao.

"Your Highness, after making white sugar, it will be much easier to make crystal sugar. I will immediately have someone start making it."

Zhao Yao nodded lightly and then added, "You should also try making caramelized milk candy or other types of sugar."

"Caramelized milk candy?" Lao Chen’s first reaction was, "Is it made with milk?"

"Yes, it’s made with milk." Zhao Yao thought for a moment and said, "You can use the idea of making pastries to create various kinds of sugar."

Lao Chen found Zhao Yao’s suggestion refreshing and was willing to give it a try.

"Yes, Your Highness."

"By the way, white sugar can also be used in cooking," Zhao Yao specifically reminded Lao Chen. "White sugar can enhance the flavor in dishes, you can try adding some when cooking."

Although Lao Chen found it strange to use sugar in cooking, he knew Zhao Yao would not be wrong.

"Understood, Your Highness."

Zhao Yao continued to talk about other uses for white sugar, leaving Lao Chen quite surprised.

After spending some time at Nanshan Farm, Zhao Yao returned to the Han Prince Mansion. Upon arrival, he eagerly showed off the white sugar to He Lianfang.

Although He Lianfang didn’t have a taste for sweets, he knew the white sugar Zhao Yao developed was a treasure.

"Congratulations on creating another money-making treasure."

"Hehehe..." Zhao Yao laughed with great pride.

He Lianfang asked, "Are you going to submit the formula for making white sugar to the court?"

"Yes, I have to submit it. Otherwise, it will be coveted." Previously, Zhao Yao also submitted the method for making fine salt to the court. Naturally, the method for white sugar must be submitted too. Otherwise, his royal brothers would become envious. To avoid unnecessary trouble, it’s better to obediently submit it to the court. "Uncle, I tell you, there are many uses for white sugar. It can be used in food, agriculture, and even in industry."

He Lianfang could understand white sugar being used in food, as white sugar is meant to be eaten, but how would it be used in agriculture and industry?

"White sugar can be used for growing crops, or for iron refining?"

Zhao Yao wasn’t sure how to explain it all to He Lianfang and could only say, "In short, white sugar is very useful and can serve many purposes. You’ll find out in time."

Even if Zhao Yao explained in detail how white sugar could be used in agriculture and industry, He Lianfang could only grasp parts of it.

"If you say it’s useful, then it is."

With that said, He Lianfang remembered that Zhao Yao was supposed to be at the laboratory in North Mountain Cave. How did he end up at Nanshan Farm?