Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 343 Ancient Version of Making Fireworks

Yuyu's eyes lit up and she said excitedly, "Oh, you just mentioned fireworks, great!"

Li Hao smiled and nodded: "Yes, it's fireworks."

Xiaoyu also agreed: "This is good."

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao looked confused. Cheng Chumo scratched his head and asked, "What are fireworks? I've never heard of them."

Qin Huaidao also shook his head: "Yeah, what's this new thing?"

Yuyu swallowed the roasted sweet potato in her mouth and explained excitedly, "Fireworks are so beautiful! When you light them at night, they fly up into the sky with a whoosh, then explode with a bang, turning into colorful flowers that light up the entire night sky."

Li Hao added: "Yes, there are all kinds of shapes, like chrysanthemums and shooting stars. They are very beautiful and can add a lot of lively atmosphere to the New Year."

Xiaoyu smiled and said, "When the fireworks went off, the scene was so stunning that people couldn't help but cheer."

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao listened to the description with curiosity and anticipation in their eyes.

Cheng Chumo couldn't wait to say, "That sounds like fun. Let's prepare some quickly and play it in the bar during the New Year. It will definitely surprise them!"

Qin Huaidao also rubbed his hands excitedly: "That's right, when these fireworks are set off, our tavern will definitely become the most lively place in Chang'an City."

Yu Yu muttered to herself, "System, give me the blueprints for making fireworks." In an instant, a glimmer of light flashed by, and a dense array of production processes flooded into her mind.

From selecting specific proportions of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal, to finely mixing various metal powders to create different colors, to how to roll the outer shell with special paper and place the fuse... every step is extremely clear.

Yu Yu was so excited that she almost jumped up. Now, it was a great tavern to celebrate the New Year.

Yuyu turned around excitedly, her eyes shining. She couldn't wait to run away for a while and then run back. Then she shared with Cheng Chumo, Qin Huaidao, Xiaoyu and Li Hao: "I know how to make fireworks! I just wrote out the blueprints for making fireworks, and now my mind is full of production methods."

Cheng Chumo's eyes widened in surprise. "What? Yuyu, don't tease us. How do you make fireworks?"

Yuyu gestured enthusiastically, "First, you have to prepare saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal, and mix them in a certain proportion. This is the basic gunpowder. Then you need to prepare some metal powders, like strontium nitrate to make the fireworks red, and barium nitrate to make them green. You mix these with the gunpowder. Then you use special paper to roll it into a tube, put the prepared ingredients in it, and then install the fuse. The fireworks are almost done."

Xiaoyu was pleasantly surprised but also a little worried after hearing this: "It sounds great, but will the production process be dangerous?"

Li Hao also nodded in agreement: "Yes, fireworks production cannot be sloppy, safety first."

Qin Huaidao scratched his head: "No matter what, if this is really made, it will definitely be amazing when it is displayed during the New Year. We have to be careful."

Cheng Chumo rubbed his hands excitedly: "What are you afraid of? With Yuyu's method, if we are careful, we can definitely make beautiful fireworks and let the whole Chang'an City see them!"

After some discussion, everyone decided to start making fireworks.

Yu Yu gave orders in an orderly manner based on the production drawings in his mind.

They first went to the market to purchase materials.

Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao were strong and were responsible for carrying heavy saltpeter, sulfur and charcoal.

Xiaoyu and Lihao carefully select various metal powders to ensure pure color.

Back in the tavern's backyard, the production officially began. Yuyu repeatedly reminded everyone: "Everyone, be careful. Don't mess with the gunpowder."

She demonstrated personally, mixing saltpeter, sulfur and charcoal in precise proportions, her movements careful and focused.

The others watched nervously from the sidelines, not daring to breathe.

Next, it’s time to add the metal powder.

Xiaoyu and Lihao followed Yuyu's instructions and carefully mixed different metal powders into the gunpowder, each corresponding to a different brilliant color.

At the same time, Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaidao followed Yu Yu's instructions and rolled thick paper into sturdy paper tubes.

The size and thickness of the paper tube are very important, which is related to whether the fireworks can be successfully launched and bloomed.

Once the materials were ready, everyone began to load the mixture of gunpowder and metal powder into the paper tube.

Li Hao is responsible for filling the tube, while Yu Yu reminds him of the filling amount and tightness at all times.

After filling, Qin Huaidao carefully inserted the fuse and sealed the paper tube with special glue.

The first firework was completed and lay quietly on the table. Although it looked simple in appearance, it carried everyone's full expectations.

Yuyu looked at the finished product with excitement in her eyes: "This is just the beginning. Once we make more, we will definitely make the tavern a big hit during the Chinese New Year!"

Yuyu's eyes lit up as he stared at the newly made fireworks. He couldn't help but suggest, "Why don't we set them off now and see how they turn out?"

Xiaoyu quickly waved her hand and said seriously, "No, let's wait until Chinese New Year. These fireworks are a surprise we prepared for Chinese New Year. Let's save them for that day and watch them with everyone. It will be such a great atmosphere."

Yuyu was getting a little anxious, muttering, "Do we have to wait until Chinese New Year to fart? If we fart now, we can fix it quickly if there's any problem."

She looked at Xiaoyu with anticipation, her feet tapping unconsciously, wishing she could light the fireworks right away.

The Husky that appeared out of nowhere also jumped around excitedly, as if it felt the enthusiastic emotions of the crowd.

Seeing this, Li Hao quickly stepped forward, pressed his hands down, and signaled everyone to calm down: "Alright, alright, let's put some of the ones we've made aside for now and put them on display during the Chinese New Year. It's almost Chinese New Year anyway, so it will definitely be more fun to put them on display together then."

As he spoke, he gently stroked the Husky's head, hoping to make the little guy behave himself.

Cheng Chumo patted Yuyu's shoulder and said, "Yuyu, Li Hao is right. Let's just be patient. During the New Year, let's set off all the fireworks. That scene will definitely be much better than just setting them off individually now."

Qin Huaidao also echoed: "Yes, the good things should be saved for last, so that there is more hope."

After hearing this, Yuyu was still a little unwilling, but nodded: "Okay, then let's wait until the New Year. Then I must surprise everyone!"

She looked at the neatly arranged fireworks, her eyes full of anticipation.

Just like that, Yu Yu kept muttering with anticipation: "The New Year is coming soon, soon..." Her eyes fell on the corner where the fireworks were stored from time to time, as if this could speed up time.

Xiaoyu looked at Yuyu's eager expression and couldn't help but smile. She walked over, gently took her hand and said, "Rest, Yuyu. The New Year will come soon. You've been busy preparing for the New Year these past few days. Don't exhaust yourself. The fireworks won't go away. We'll definitely be able to set them off happily on New Year's Eve."

Yuyu looked away reluctantly, but nodded obediently: "Okay, Mom. But when I think about setting off fireworks during the New Year and having fun with everyone in the pub, I can't stay idle."

Xiaoyu smiled and patted Yuyu's head. "I know everyone's looking forward to it just like you are. But if you get too tired, you won't be able to celebrate the New Year happily."

Yuyu blinked her eyes and said playfully, "Then I'll listen to my mother and rest for a while. Once I'm fully rested, I can have fun during the New Year!"

After saying that, she found a stool and sat down, but her eyes still drifted towards the corner where the fireworks were stored from time to time.