Lou Yi planned to investigate the situation at night.
But unexpectedly, he didn't have to wait until night.
That afternoon, someone hurried over to notify them that they were short-handed, and he and another newcomer had to quickly go and help.
In the central area of the estate, there were several kilns, each covered with tall wooden sheds, open on all sides for ventilation.
Inside each shed was a porcelain kiln made of rammed earth, resembling an upside-down giant bowl.
The bowl had a square opening, through which one could see the red flames burning fiercely. The heat waves rolled out through the square opening, causing the kiln workers, who constantly added coal around the perimeter, to sweat profusely.
Next to them were rows of wet clay pieces lined up orderly, waiting to be placed in the kiln, including bowls, bottles, and jars, each varied in shape and color.
Lou Yi and his partner passed by several large kilns without entering, only to be led to a dimly lit small kiln.
