Feng Quji made his own decision, thinking that if he asked Xiao Zhengtai to pay back the money, the boy would definitely be unwilling, and it would be much easier to negotiate the price immediately.
But unexpectedly, Ying Feiyu didn't give him this opportunity at all, and directly promised to refund the money and not install electricity for him!
"Um...your highness, actually we don't mean that either!"
Feng Quji was self-defeating, which made Ying Feiyu look unhappy. In desperation, Zhang Han had to squeeze out and explain with a smile on his face.
"Then what do you mean? You came to my prince's villa angrily. Could it be that you came to give me a gift?"
Ying Feiyu rolled his eyes angrily.
"Your Highness, that's it! You see... we old guys are pretty old and know nothing about electricity. We came here today just to ask His Highness what is included in the electricity supply to our homes. ?”
The situation has changed. If they mess with this kid again, they will definitely not be able to install electricity for them. Therefore, Zhang Han does not dare to be tough anymore and can only ask for advice.
"What does it include? Of course, let you use electricity smoothly!"
Ying Feiyu leaned back on the chair leisurely, glanced at everyone, and said.
"But His Highness the Prince was clearly telling us about the high cost of wires that day!"
It was because of his explanation that the old guys paid for it one after another.
Now they have come up with such a trick, saying that no one can touch the wires?
"That's right! The wires are indeed expensive! But I never said that after paying the five thousand gold, these wires will be yours!"
"This this……?"
After saying this, the veterans felt even more that they had been deceived.
"This prince is doing this for the sake of the people of the world and our electric power company!"
Immediately afterwards, Ying Feiyu jumped down from the chair and showed an innocent smile, completely different from the cold one just now.
"We don't have many copper mines in Daqin, and several ministers should know better than this prince!"
"Um!"
The veterans nodded repeatedly.
"It is precisely because the quantity of copper is so small that the price of copper remains high! It is not a secret that the inside of the wire is pure copper. It will not be long before everyone knows it. It is inevitable that some people will take some illegal measures for the sake of profit. s method!"
Ying Feiyu spoke slowly and analyzed it for several people.
"His Royal Highness, you are saying...that someone can steal?"
After being reminded like this, the veterans seemed to suddenly think of something.
"That's right!"
Ying Feiyu nodded firmly to confirm what they said.
"But... aren't the wires energized? Once touched, someone may die. Who dares to steal it?"
"Electricity is booming, and more and more people are learning about electricity. Ordinary people don't dare to steal, so don't craftsmen who know electricity also dare not?"
Ying Feiyu asked instead without answering.
"Yes, yes, His Highness the Prince is right. The forest is so big, what kind of birds are there? Who can guarantee that all the craftsmen who know electricity are upright?"
Wang Ben nodded repeatedly.
"If the wires are cut off, the electricity will be short-circuited, which will not only cause economic losses to the power company, but also cause great inconvenience to the people's lives and production! That's why I, the prince, consulted with my father and issued an order prohibiting private destruction of wires. , to ensure the normal use of electricity by the people!”
Ying Feiyu put his little hands behind his back and said seriously.
In later generations, copper was not a valuable thing, so no one would steal wires just for the little bit of copper in them.
But in this era, copper is a very valuable thing.
Copper utensils can only be used by nobles and nobles, and the price of each piece is not low!
"Well! His Royal Highness is still thoughtful!"
Kang Anping nodded repeatedly, agreeing very much.
Electric power has just started, so the rules have been established, and no one will dare to think about wiring in the future!
If you wait until something goes wrong later before you remember to set the rules, it will be too late!
"What are the ministers spending money to install electricity for?"
After solving the old guys' doubts about the newspaper, Ying Feiyu changed the topic and asked a few old guys.
"Does that need to be said? Of course, I hope that the mansion can be as bright and clear as the royal palace!"
Feng Quji said without thinking, stroking his beard.
"What are those ministers here for today? Are these five thousand gold in vain? The lights in the mansion can't be turned on at night?"
Ying Feiyu raised his head and rolled his eyes at everyone.
"Well... of course it can light up!"
The veterans nodded.
At this time, Huang Yuan was leading the people to work. Before nightfall, the installation must be completed. Electric lights can be used at night to illuminate the mansion magnificently!
"In this case, do the ministers still want to stay here?"
Ying Feiyu impatiently issued an order to expel the guests.
The veterans also left the Villa very wisely.
"Lao Zhang, didn't we agree that His Highness the Crown Prince should give us an explanation?"
After barely taking two steps out of Bieyuan, Chunyu Yue scratched his head and spoke thoughtfully.
"yes!"
"But... why did we come out? Did His Royal Highness give us any explanation?"
Chunyu Yue tried to think back, and felt that what the boy said seemed to make sense, but why did he send them away without saying anything?
"Hasn't His Highness the Crown Prince already explained that electric wires are not allowed to be damaged or intercepted without permission? This is to protect the interests of our power company and the people!"
Wang Ben smiled broadly.
"But we spent money and didn't buy anything!"
Chunyu Yue spread his hands and looked extremely bitter.
"Okay, admit it! Didn't I say it before, you want to take money from the prince's pocket? Don't even think about it! Unless you don't want to install electricity!"
Zhang Han pursed his lips.
"Actually, His Highness the Prince is right. Isn't it just for the electricity we pay? Do we really expect to sell wires in the future?"
"Yes! We don't need the few thousand gold, as long as we don't delay the use of electricity!"
After Meng Yi and Kang Anping left the house, they were not as entangled as others.
Anyway, they have all come out of Bieyuan, and it is impossible to go back to argue!
Once that kid is really angry, what should we do if we don't install electricity for them?
So, the few old guys could only walk together towards the mansion!
Before they arrived, they met Huang Yuan and a group of craftsmen, "What's wrong? It's not dark yet, why have everyone packed up and left?"
The old guys' nerves suddenly became tense.
Could it be that he received the prince's order not to install it for them?
"Several ministers' mansions have been installed, and the usage and precautions have been left. We still have to rush to the next one!"
Huang Yuan explained with a smile.
"call……"
After hearing this, the veterans were relieved.
"Thank you, Young Inspector Huang!"
After a simple thank you, the veterans rushed towards their mansions, wanting to see what the mansion looked like when the lights were on.
