When the eldest grandson heard this, he looked at Li Yuan doubtfully.
Li Yuan was silent for a long time. He once thought about it from his perspective. If he were Erlang, would he have expected this? The answer is yes. Even if he doesn't think about it now, as the emperor's grandchildren grow older, he will There will definitely be considerations in this regard.
It's just that as an emperor, if you worry about your future affairs too early, you will inevitably be timid and hesitant in doing things, and it may even affect national policy. Therefore, it will not be good for the Tang Dynasty to clarify this matter too early.
"Erlang is the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty. He is already busy with the court affairs. It is up to you and me to share this matter with Erlang."
The eldest grandson frowned when she heard this. The matter involved Cheng Qian and Qing Que, so she was so confused at the moment that she had no idea at all.
Li Yuan also saw Empress Changsun's worries, and he continued to comfort her:
"You don't have to worry too much. Since I told you about this matter, I naturally have some solutions. Speaking of which, it's all thanks to that kid Qin Ming."
Queen Changsun was relieved after hearing this. When she saw Li Yuan mentioning Qin Ming again, she subconsciously asked:
"Is it because of this that my father decided to promise Changle to Qin Ming?"
Li Yuan nodded slightly when he heard this and said:
"That's just one of the reasons."
.....
When Li Shimin saw that Empress Changsun had not spoken for a long time, he frowned and called softly:
"Guanyin Maid?"
Queen Changsun came to her senses after hearing this. She walked to Li Shimin, took his hand and said:
"Erlang, we underestimated Qin Ming's kid."
Li Shimin was startled when he heard this, and then asked curiously:
"Why did Maid Guanyin say this? But did my father find anything in the Qin Mansion?"
Queen Changsun nodded slightly and said:
"I heard from my father that Qin Ming has not only improved the method of making paper in recent days, but also created something called cement."
When Li Shimin heard this, he said indifferently:
"It's just a small improvement in the art of papermaking. Is it worth marrying both of my beloved daughters to him? My beloved daughters are not the cabbage in the shop."
When Queen Changsun heard this, she knew that she had not expressed herself clearly. Looking at Li Er's angry look, she smiled and said:
"What if Qin Ming's papermaking cost is only half that of other companies, or even lower?"
Li Shimin was shocked when he heard this.
Paper will be used for reading and writing this year, but making paper is extremely difficult, so the price is very high, which means that many ordinary people cannot afford paper.
Most civilians cannot afford paper, so their children cannot afford to study. This is why it is difficult for poor families to produce noble children.
Many children from poor families have to rely on aristocratic families if they want to study and get ahead.
Firstly, the aristocratic families have a large collection of books, and secondly, the aristocratic families have a deep foundation. Each family has a school, and every year they absorb some reading seeds from poor families among the people.
These intellectuals were favored by aristocratic families, and after entering the court, they naturally became members of the clans and factions of the aristocratic families.
If the selling price of paper can be reduced, even to 10% or 20% of the original price, then there will be more civilian families in the Tang Dynasty who can support their own scholars.
In this way, in a few years, more children from poor families will be able to enter the court. This will break the current control of the court by the aristocratic families, and the royal family can better balance the situation in the court.
Thinking of this, Li Shimin asked excitedly:
"Seriously, can he really make such cheap paper?"
Queen Changsun nodded when she heard this and said:
"This is what the father himself said, and it should not be false."
After thinking about it, Empress Changsun continued:
"Father said that cement is also an important weapon of the country. It is said that it can be used not only to build houses, but also to build roads and bridges."
Li Shimin was in a daze for a moment after hearing this. Then he thought of something, so he asked:
"But if it is true as my father said, just the paper-making business can make a lot of money. But why don't you see that boy Qin Ming mention these two things to me these days? Could it be that that boy wants to monopolize these two items? The business is not going to work? How can this be reasonable? Unfortunately, I still plan to marry my beloved daughter to him."
Queen Changsun rolled her eyes secretly when she heard this, and then said:
"Erlang, may I have forgotten that Qin Ming's kid is not only making paper, but also has a soap business."
Li Shimin also realized at this time, yes, there is also the soap. According to Baiqisi's report, a merchant in the West Market actually bought a small piece of soap at a price of two yuan.
Thinking of this, he also realized that something was wrong. He carefully recalled his experience with Qin Ming.
After thinking for a long time, he said:
"You mean, that guy Qin Ming did it on purpose? He didn't intend to earn this money?"
Queen Changsun smiled and nodded, and then said:
"Well, Erlang, do you still remember what Qin Ming said when we discussed the roasted tea business with him?"
Li Shimin thought for a while, then his eyes lit up and he said:
"Mr. Guanyin, do you mean that he is worried that he will make too much money and be remembered by others?"
Queen Changsun nodded slightly when she heard this and said:
"Well, so my father wants to tie Qin Ming to the royal family through marriage. In this way, Qin Ming can get those things out with the support of the royal family."
Li Shimin frowned and said:
"Then there's no need for me to marry my two daughters to him, right?"
"My father said that as far as he knows, Qin Ming is a cautious man. If he just marries a daughter, he probably won't risk offending the family by selling paper."
After hesitating for a moment, Queen Changsun said again:
"Also, according to what my father said, none of the women in Qin Ming's backyard are simple. No matter Xiao Changxi, Xiao Qingwan, or Yang Zijun, they all have special skills and manage various industries in the house. If Changle marries alone, what will happen in the future? It’s difficult to hold power in the Qin Mansion’s backyard.”
Li Shimin: "...."
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Li Zheng Hall, Princess Changle’s dormitory hall
After many days, Princess Changle and Princess Yuzhang rested together again.
Princess Yuzhang hugged Princess Changle's slim waist and said with a smile:
"Little sister, congratulations to the fifth sister for finally getting what she wanted and for her lover to finally get married."
Princess Changle's face turned red when she heard this, and she couldn't help showing a smile at the corner of her mouth, but she quickly restrained it, hesitated for a moment, and then said to Princess Yuzhang:
"I just want to wrong my sister."
Princess Yuzhang heard this and said carelessly:
"No grievance, no grievance. Xiyao didn't want to be separated from the fifth sister. It's too late for the little sister to be happy that she can be with her for the rest of her life."
Princess Changle also smiled happily when she heard this. She stroked Yuzhang's soft hair and said:
"Well, okay, we will never be separated for the rest of our lives."
While Princess Changle was immersed in this rare family affection, Yu Zhang, who was hugging her, suddenly stretched out his hand to cover her chest and said:
"Fifth sister, you seem to be much bigger here, and it feels so soft."
Princess Changle was so ashamed when she heard this, she quickly covered her chest with her hands.
When Yuzhang saw this, she became even more aggressive. At this moment, she was like a little devil with horns on her head. She stretched out her hands and said with a strange smile:
"Don't be shy, little lady, your husband will love you well."
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