"What about Prince Yan? How is he?"
Li Xiao continued to talk when he had nothing to say, and asked about the situation of his relatives at home.
"Of course Prince Yan is excellent, not just the prince and princess."
Ma He continued: "Prince Yan is also very kind to his servants. When he meets students who go to Beijing to take exams, he will generously sponsor travel expenses. On weekdays, he will also recruit some talented people from the people and record their skills and skills. Come down and compile it into a book, and give me some silver in return."
Yes, this Zhu Gaochi, Li Xiao secretly praised him.
Zhu Gaochi probably wouldn't have thought now that he would be a prince or even an emperor in the future.
These actions were probably unintentional.
But he probably didn't expect that what he did was not in vain.
They will all become the prince’s bargaining chip in the future!
Zhu Gaoxu did not become the prince despite having made such great achievements in the future. It was definitely not possible just because of a "good saint grandson".
Those students who have been generously helped to solve their problems, if they are successful, will definitely remember the past friendship and become princelings.
Even if he doesn't become a princeling, he will definitely not kill him.
The ancients attached great importance to friendship, especially this kind of friendship that provides help in times of need.
The battle for the crown prince had not yet begun, but Zhu Gaoxu had already lost half of it.
Li Xiao agreed: "I feel the same way. Even though I only met Prince Yan once, I felt very friendly. What about Gao Xu?"
"Prince Gou."
Ma He frowned slightly: "It's hard to say when you will be a lower official, but in recent years, your temperament has become much more restrained."
He recalled that he seemed to have been stoned by Zhu Gaoxu a few years ago.
"it's okay no problem."
Li Xiao smiled. It was good that the other party could tell him so much, indicating that he was willing to build a relationship with him.
"Ma He, what books do you usually like to read?" Li Xiao said.
Ma He said: "The Art of War. I also want to be able to make contributions on the battlefield one day. Does Young Master Xiao think that I am a useless person and it's a bit fanciful?"
"No, no, very good, your idea is fine!"
Li Xiao quickly waved his hand and said: "Gold will always shine. Don't give up on your dreams. What's the difference between a person without dreams and a salted fish?"
If a person has no dreams, what is the difference between him and a salted fish?
After taking a quick look at Ma He, his whole soul suddenly trembled.
This sentence made him enlightened, and he said excitedly:
"What Mr. Xiao said is right. You can't look down on yourself just because of your shortcomings."
"To be honest, the art of war is just one of my hobbies. I like ship building technology even more, and I often read books like this."
"The purpose of building a career is for the sea, and I like the sea even more!"
Some people are born to do something spectacular in this world.
Such as Ma He.
He yearned for the sea, and he wanted to build a big ship to conquer the ocean.
But with his status, he couldn't do it.
Therefore, he worked very hard to learn the art of war, thinking that one day he would make great achievements.
By following King Yan, one has a chance to excel in martial arts.
But the ultimate goal is never just for power and money.
But for dreams.
Li Xiao expressed his admiration for such people.
“If you like it, just do it!”
"No one knows how good they are unless they work hard!"
Li Xiao drank another shot of chicken soup.
It may be because of Li Xiao's identity, or because he was recognized by the master as a person with great fortune.
This shot of chicken soup immediately knocked Ma He into confusion.
A fire burned in his heart and he became more determined in his dream.
"Mr. Xiao, although this is the first time we meet, we always feel like old friends at first sight. If you have the opportunity, I will treat you to a drink."
During the conversation, Ma He finally measured his figure and put away the rope.
"Okay, we can discuss shipbuilding if we have the chance."
Li Xiao said this.
Maybe I can get a boat and go see the scenery abroad.
Take a look at what's going on in the country outside at this time?
Li Xiao knows a lot about Chinese history, but doesn’t know much about foreign history.
But it seems that the current Ming Dynasty should be one of the strongest empires in the world, right?
If he had the chance, he would also like to take a look and see if he could bring back some souvenirs.
Global travel is right, it is global travel, go with your lover!
Türkiye? Australia? Croatia? Going to the North Pole to see the Aurora? Catch a polar bear and penguin and come back to play?
Thinking about it like this, Li Xiao started to feel a little longing for it.
After exchanging pleasantries with Ma He, Li Xiao sent him out.
After cleaning up, Li Xiao also left Prince Yan's Mansion.
Prepare the betrothal gift!
He first asked around, and then went to find a large cloth shop.
The name is Zhang's Buzhuang.
The markets in Beiping City are still very lively, with people coming from the south and the north shouting and shouting all the time.
The brilliant sunshine shines on the green tiles and red walls everywhere, and the abrupt cornices.
Highly fluttering store signboards, sparkling cars and horses, and a steady stream of pedestrians.
There are those who carry burdens on the road, and there are those who drive bullock carts to deliver goods.
There are people driving donkeys and trucks, and there are people selling candied haws and various snacks.
There were also buskers standing around and cheering.
There are also teahouse storytellers spitting everywhere.
Many people stopped to admire the scenery.
These scenes, coupled with the prosperity of the Lantern Festival, were beyond Li Xiao's expectation. He had thought that ancient times would be bitter.
It's because I am ignorant.
Mainly due to the misconception caused by seeing those photos of poor people taken in the Qing Dynasty.
If he didn't have a mobile phone, Li Xiao would have wished to post it on Moments now so that everyone could see the scene of the Ming Dynasty.
After walking through several streets, Li Xiao found this cloth shop.
"Sir, please come in."
The store clerk in black linen clothes knew that business was coming as soon as he saw Li Xiao approaching with his eyes fixed on the signboard.
Li Xiao followed and walked into the shop. This shop was very big.
The containers are filled with goods, and there are all kinds of ready-made clothes on display.
But mostly women choose the goods.
In comparison, I feel a little out of place.
"Are you here to buy cloth, sir? Are you making the clothes yourself, or..."
the guy asked tentatively.
Li Xiao explained his purpose: "Is there any good material for the betrothal gift?"
"It turns out it's for the betrothal gift. This little one knows it best."
The waiter greeted enthusiastically: "It depends on the family you are giving the betrothal gift to. Our cloth shop has the most complete range of silks, satins, velvets and brocades, and we have everything you need."
Li Xiao had a headache. He didn't understand this and said directly: "Give me the most expensive one."
"Okay~"
The clerk was so happy that he directly led Li Xiao, a senior customer, to a small warehouse.
"Introduce this kind of robe to your guest. This kind of fabric can only be worn by important people in the court."
He whispered mysteriously: "All the emperors today wear clothes made of this kind of material."
"But sir, let me remind you that the emperor stipulates that common people, farmers, and merchants are not allowed to wear robes. You should know this, right?"
I really don’t know, but it doesn’t seem to work for me. Li Xiao nodded: “Just this kind of Rob, what styles are there?”
Once he heard that the other party knew that he still wanted to buy it, the waiter confirmed that the other party was a big shot.
"Our store has Su Luo, Yun Meng Luo, Bendi Jin Luo, Guo Jian Feng Luo, Zhi Jin Luo, and Haechi Buluo. They are all new this year and have different prices. They are all made of good materials. They will definitely look good as betrothal gifts. , it depends on which one you like.”
Hearing this, Li Xiao walked over, touched and looked at it, and found that it was indeed good material.
This so-called Luo is actually a type of silk fabric.
The fabric surface has gauze holes and the craftsmanship looks very complicated.
But after all, it’s just a piece of cloth.
Li Xiao thought it wouldn't cost much to buy some cloth, so he said directly:
"Which one is the most expensive?"
The waiter smiled mysteriously and led Li Xiao inside.
He opened a box containing pieces of cloth as if it were a treasure, and said mysteriously: "Sir, this is the treasure of our store, coral treasures. Two hundred and two pieces."
Li Xiao: "????"
(End of chapter)
