Cao Mansion.
On the concubine's bed, Cao Deli sat up with his clothes on.
His name is Cao Deli, but he was very unhappy just now because his mind was full of things about the treasure mirror.
As soon as he learned about the treasure mirror, he had already realized the huge profits hidden behind it.
Needless to say, a crystal clear mirror that shows every detail will drive these noble ladies crazy in Zhongjing City.
And it’s not just these noble ladies, local gentry, wealthy families, ordinary people, even the beams in the north, the foreign countries in the west, the barbarians in the south, the whole world, as long as they can afford it, no one will move one into their home. ?
Even if a mirror only sells for one tael of silver, how much does it cost!
The only thing he can covet is wealth that he can't even imagine!
You can’t spend it all in one lifetime, you can’t spend it all in one lifetime!
Therefore, he made a decisive decision and immediately put all the glass that he was overseeing under his own direct control. He simply suspended all three glass workshops scattered in various states, shipped the inventory to Zhongjing, and then summoned skilled craftsmen to work hard on this precious mirror. of production.
He didn't believe that what Xia Jingyun could make as a scholar could not be made by so many skilled craftsmen under him!
But later, he believed it.
I really can’t do it.
That's why tonight's concession was made.
But what I didn't expect was that Xia Jingyun would be so strong-willed. Even though he had given him 60% profit, he was still unwilling to hand over the secret recipe.
Although he planned to fall out when he got the secret recipe, how could he be so ignorant!
Is it great to have a sister-in-law of an imperial concubine?
Well, it's quite amazing, at least I really don't dare to use force.
Cao Deli sighed, walked to the table, sat down, and began to think about whether he had made any omissions.
After thinking about it for a long time, he finally felt relieved.
Concubine De can only rely on His Majesty, and His Majesty must have settled the matter in his heart.
In this case, you can wait peacefully for Xia Jingyun to come back to him again.
At that time, it will no longer be June Fourth, or it will still be June Fourth, but it will be me and you.
Young people, you have to pay the price for your arrogance after all!
Cao Deli stretched out happily, picked up the wolfberry jujube tea on the table, and drank a cup of it.
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At Jiang'an Hou Mansion, the carriage slowly stopped.
Xia Jingyun walked down with Zhang Dazhi and Chen Fugui.
Although Zhang Dazhi was branded as a member of the Concubine De's faction, he usually did not have a strong sense of presence as an official who would serve as a prisoner. Gongsun Jing's shortcomings in ability and knowledge also made him not think of taking the initiative to win over him, so , this is the first time that the newly-appointed general and supervisor came to Jiang'anhou Mansion to recognize the door.
After entering the mansion, Xia Jingyun introduced Zhang Dazhi to Gongsun Jing.
When he heard that this was someone who had formed a fighting friendship with the young master in Sishui Prefecture and had also worked with the empress, Gongsun Jing was naturally not arrogant. At the same time, he suddenly realized that he had made some omissions in his work, and felt a little faintly in his heart. The little thought of unwillingness was completely gone.
Xia Jingyun chatted with them for a while, confessed to Zhang Dazhi, then got up and went out for a walk.
Zhang Dazhi knew that he must be thinking about something at the moment, so he didn't say much.
Looking at Xia Jingyun's back, Gongsun Jing said with emotion: "Young master is really a genius. In just a few days, he fought against the Minister of Stone, fought against the Duke of England, stabilized the household department, and now helped Wang Langzhong win the position of Minister of Rites. , something that we have struggled to accomplish for several years, he actually accomplished it in such a short period of time! It is really a blessing for the empress to have the help of the young master!"
Zhang Dazhi echoed: "Isn't that right? Back in Jiang'an County, Brother Xia was in a desperate situation, but he was able to make a miraculous comeback. Not only did he get out of trouble, but he was also appreciated by the empress and restored his innocence. He was followed by high school Jieyuan. Such people, He is destined to do great things, and as long as we follow him, we can achieve something that we can never achieve on our own."
Gongsun Jing heard the advice hidden in Zhang Dazhi's words, and thinking about his relationship with Xia Jingyun, he simply pointed it out directly: "Yes, originally I wanted to compete with the young master, but the young master is so powerful, he has already Just calm down and help the young master with peace of mind. Looking at the great situation, you already know how much you are weighing!"
Zhang Dazhi nodded, but this situation is not a good one!
Didn’t we just encounter a big problem tonight?
On the way here, he also thought about it in his mind, but there was nothing he could do.
The general supervisor is usually not taken seriously by others, but he has become a faction of his own because of this. Supervisor Cao is determined to get involved, and Brother Xia may not be able to resist it!
Xia Jingyun walked in the yard, Chen Fugui followed silently behind him.
"Brother Chen, do you think I should compromise?"
Chen Fugui said: "With my brain, it's better not to disturb the young master's thoughts."
Xia Jingyun smiled without forcing it.
Of course he was unwilling to compromise.
After all, he hasn't reached the point of desperation yet. At worst, he can make glass by himself, it's not like he doesn't know how to do it!
The Venetian merchants had relied on this mirror technology for decades and hundreds of years and had become extremely rich. There was no reason for him to hand over the secret recipe just because of this!
However, although some of Cao Deli's words contained an element of intimidation, they were also to the point.
The current Great Xia is not a free-flowing commodity market. The imperial power is overwhelming, and the general and supervisor will definitely keep a close eye on him, and under the banner of the emperor, he will send a letter to him to get glass wherever he goes.
Without glass, where would the mirror be?
How about shelving this matter for the time being and looking for other ideas to make some money?
Like MSG or something?
Xia Jingyun was thinking a lot, and suddenly a servant from the mansion ran over quickly, "Master, Master! Mr. Gongsun, please go to the main hall."
Xia Jingyun frowned, "What's wrong?"
"Someone is coming from the palace."
Xia Jingyun's heart skipped a beat and he walked quickly towards the main hall.
As I got closer, I vaguely heard a few conversations, and there seemed to be a familiar voice.
Xia Jingyun walked together to the main hall door.
The bright lights in the hall spilled out from the open door and fell on his handsome face, adding a bit of softness to his angular facial lines, but it was not as gentle as the gentleness in his eyes at this moment.
A bright figure stood under the light, tall and dignified. His originally cold appearance was now a bit shy and excited, looking at him with a sweet smile as if he were reunited after a long separation.
Xia Jingyun stepped forward quickly, getting closer and closer.
Feng Xiuyun's originally calm smile was messed up, "Hey~"
Then he was caught off guard and pulled into Xia Jingyun's arms.
"There are so many people!"
She quickly reminded in a low voice, Xia Jingyun slowly let go, and then directly held his hand, smiling at Gongsun Jing and Zhang Dazhi who pretended to look up at the sky, "Let's talk tomorrow. Sorry!"
After saying that, he couldn't help but take Feng Xiuyun's hand and walked out.
Zhang Dazhi and Gongsun Jing looked at each other. Zhang Dazhi smiled and said, "It's great to be young!"
Gongsun Jing coughed twice, "Yes, it's good to be young."
Walking to the courtyard where he was staying temporarily, Xia Jingyun pushed Feng Xiuyun on a chair and sat down. While helping her pour water, he asked: "Why are you leaving the palace now?"
Feng Xiuyun looked at him resentfully, "Although I am destined to be yours, you hugged me in public like this, and even led me to your residence. Do you really not think about my honor?" ?”
Xia Jingyun was stunned and scratched his head in embarrassment, "Then let's go out again?"
Feng Xiuyun chuckled and said, "Okay, if you go out now, people will probably talk about you."
After all, she is a woman, and her skin is a little thin. She can't say it out loud when she thinks about it, "As long as you don't despise me in your heart, it doesn't matter what others think of me!"
Xia Jingyun was also a little apologetic. He really didn't expect that. He walked up to her, leaned over and held her hand, with gentle eyes, "Don't worry, I will never do it."
Feng Xiuyun shyly took out her hand and changed the subject, "Today, the empress heard about the affairs of the Ministry of Etiquette, and she was very happy. At the same time, she also thought that the Chinese New Year was coming soon, and you didn't have anyone to accompany you, so she let me go out of the palace in advance. Come stay with you."
Xia Jingyun frowned a little when he heard this, "There are so many people around me, but my sister is alone in the deep palace. Apart from Nanny Yuan, there is no one around her who can even talk about herself. When my sister cares about me, I have to think about myself." .”
Feng Xiuyun's expression became increasingly resentful, "Then shall I leave?"
Your looks are not suitable for saying such things...
Xia Jingyun sneered and said with a smile, "You're already here, just in time to help me with something."
"How can I advise you on your affairs?"
As he said this, Feng Xiuyun put on a listening attitude.
Xia Jingyun then told Feng Xiuyun about the situation of going to Cao Deli. As for making mirrors and selling them for money, when he talked about them with Concubine De in Changle Palace, Feng Xiuyun was also present, so there was no need to waste any more words.
Feng Xiuyun also frowned after hearing this, "Although Mr. Cao's words are a bit exaggerated, some of his words really hit the point."
She looked at Xia Jingyun, "Do you still remember the scene when the empress received gifts in Sishui Prefecture?"
Xia Jingyun nodded.
Feng Xiuyun said: "That's what I collected for Your Majesty. Your Majesty's trip broke the iron rule that you can't interfere in politics in the harem, but the Central Committee actually agreed. Why? First, it was because Li Tianfeng was the imperial envoy at that time. Concubine De is just a companion and can get along with the situation; secondly, everyone knows that His Majesty is eager to make money. The princes in the court headed by Prime Minister Qin can only compromise and let the concubine do the work for her. Nowadays, the benefits of the mirror are no secret. , it is normal for Your Majesty to covet this benefit. With His Majesty’s support, Mr. Cao is not afraid of us.”
Xia Jingyun nodded, "I just know this, so I feel that this Superintendent Cao really has a hold on my life."
Feng Xiuyun comforted: "This is normal. Unless there are greater benefits to make His Majesty change his view, it will be difficult to reverse the situation even if the Empress comes forward."
"etc!"
Xia Jingyun suddenly raised his hand, "What did you just say?"
Feng Xiuyun was startled, "What I'm saying is that even if the empress comes forward, it will be difficult to reverse the situation."
"No, the previous sentence!"
"I said unless there is a greater benefit to make His Majesty change his view."
"That's it!" Xia Jingyun's face suddenly lit up, "I've thought of a solution!"
He stretched out his hand to hold Feng Xiuyun's cold face, and kissed her delicate red lips, "You are really my good wife! Wait a minute, I'll go to the study!"
Xia Jingyun ran out quickly, while Feng Xiuyun was sitting on the stool and was stunned by the kiss.
There was only one thought in my mind: Is he taking advantage of me?
While thinking angrily, she couldn't help but stick out her tongue, lick her lips, and quietly recalled the wonderful touch.
(End of chapter)
