"Speaking of which, there is a peerless treasure in the Juxian Hall!"
"This treasure is a unique treasure invented by the sages of the Juxian Hall based on ancient craftsmanship and alchemy techniques!"
"This thing...is called paper!"
"Don't get me wrong, this paper is not meant to be eaten, but is connected with literature!"
"According to records in ancient books, when the literary spirit is well understood, in addition to being talented, it can also improve physical fitness and prolong life!"
"That day...Huang Silang of Xianyang...yes! It was the rich man Huang Silang with a fortune of over ten thousand. He happened to pass by the Juxian Hall and happened to open the box containing this thing. He just took a whiff from a distance! Guess What's wrong?"
"My waist is no longer sore, and my legs are no longer painful. I can run a hundred and eighty miles in one breath, and I can't even catch up with the horse!"
"..."
On the day Xiao He checked into Tongfu Inn, for some unknown reason, there was a frenzy in the streets and alleys of Xianyang City.
Countless storytellers began to tell the people about a sacred object called 'paper'.
Although they had never seen it before, when they heard that it was from Juxian Hall, almost all the people believed it!
Fusu’s reputation is so good! If you doubt even a few words, you might even be despised by the people around you.
This rumor became more and more popular, and even reached the point where wealthy families in Xianyang City took the initiative to bring money to Juxian Hall to buy it.
Suddenly, the entrance of Juxian Hall was crowded with people.
But when these rich men opened the money boxes they brought, not wanting to own it, but just to smell it, Juxiantang gritted his teeth and said with red eyes that he did not have such a thing.
This expression only strengthened the credibility of the rumors.
Many rich people have even begun to wonder whether to rely on connections to buy.
In Feng Mansion, Feng Jie frowned and watched the rich old man in front of him leave.
"Master, this is the fifth time I have come to see you, hoping to buy paper. Is this thing really so magical?"
The old housekeeper asked with a hint of confusion.
As for rumors on the streets, he didn't believe them at first.
But I can’t stand the crowd! There are so many rich people from home who are hoping to find some connections, not to mention the hustle and bustle in Xianyang as a whole.
"magic..."
Feng Jie sneered and shook his head: "I don't think so! If it can really prolong your life, how can you not dedicate it to Your Majesty to support Mr. Su's filial piety?"
"Tons of money is not worth your Majesty's health. I don't believe Mr. Fusu doesn't understand such a simple truth!"
"Eighty percent of it is intentionally spreading rumors, or the Confucianists want to take this opportunity to enhance the reputation of Juxian Hall."
"After all, Liu Bai's Jin Yiwei has killed so many remnants of the Six Kingdoms, and the Juxian Hall has also implicated more than 700 people. If we don't take action, I'm afraid it will become an empty shell!"
"Use your reputation to protect yourself! This old guy Chunyu Yue is still using the old Confucian methods!"
After saying these words, the old housekeeper did not dare to say anything and quickly lowered his head.
"well said!"
"Jie'er, during this period of time, you have grown more and more, and you have seen things more clearly. I am very pleased!"
At this moment, Feng Quji slowly walked out of the back hall with a smile on his face.
Feng Jie hurriedly stepped forward to help: "Father, now that the government is in power, we and I are waiting for you. As long as the official selection examination is held, the youngest generation of our children from aristocratic families can officially join the court as officials."
"At that time, many aristocratic families will defend me, and my Feng family's status will become even more transcendent!"
Since he, Feng Jie, is now in charge of the family, he naturally has to prepare for the interests of the family.
Let Confucianism and Liu Bai have a good fight about all the gossip.
"Jie'er, the fact that you have such an idea proves that I was right in entrusting the Feng family to you."
"Remember, our family relies on the merits of Great Qin to gain a foothold. The only way to survive is to proceed step by step and work steadily!"
"People like Liu Bai, who have a vain foundation, don't need to keep it in mind."
Feng Quji nodded with a smile, his eyes full of relief: "As for the paper, I have also heard about it. Whether it is true or not, I can spread some publicity."
"What does father mean?" Feng Jie was slightly startled and asked in confusion.
"If it is true, then it is a peerless treasure! If you don't present the treasure, you will be punished!"
"If it's a lie... until the lie is exposed, will Liu Bai let go of this opportunity to crush Juxiantang to death?"
Feng Quji Youyou said.
After saying these words, Feng Jie's eyes lit up: "What does father mean...to make the momentum bigger?"
Feng Quji nodded with a smile.
Feng Jie rubbed his fingers, his eyes full of joy and contemplation...
The best and most intuitive way to build momentum is...money!
Use money to build momentum!
"Somebody come!"
"Master."
"Invite all the heads of the aristocratic families to the house!"
Feng Jie smiled slightly: "I want...a lot of money for paper!"
...
"Your Majesty, this was sent by Prime Minister Liu."
When there were a lot of rumors from the outside world, and even many stewards came forward to ask for large sums of money for paper, a wooden box was presented in front of His Majesty the First Emperor.
His Majesty the First Emperor opened the wooden box, and it was clear that the paper was glowing with light yellow, and there was a faint smell of vegetation.
"Your Majesty, the outside world is now saying that this piece of paper has the effect of prolonging life. What's more, they even shouted the words 'the living dead, the living bones'."
Zhang Han respectfully opened his mouth to report, his expression extremely strange.
This wooden box was actually in his hands, and he even smelled and inspected it, but he didn't feel "refreshed" at all.
"Liu Bai... you can always come up with some new tricks for me."
His Majesty the First Emperor raised the corners of his mouth slightly, spread the paper flat, and then raised his pen to write.
It is indeed much more convenient than bamboo slips.
If it were really mass-produced and then printed, it might really be possible to free words from being imprisoned and in the hands of powerful people.
"Your Majesty, do you want to stop this farce?"
Zhang Han asked cautiously.
Now Juxian Hall has been completely surrounded. Even when the night incense barrels are brought out, someone steals them in the middle of the night!
"Tuk!"
"Tuk!"
"Tuk!"
His Majesty the First Emperor tapped the paper with his fingers, and the force penetrated the table, shook his head slightly and said:
"Pass the decree, Fusu is not allowed to enter the palace today or tomorrow."
Since there's going to be a commotion outside, let's make a big commotion!
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First of all, thank you to Sister Xinghe for being certified as a great person! Just add another chapter!
Secondly, regarding the setting that the Feng family did not know that Juxian Tang was taken over by Liu Bai:
First, when Liu Bai took over the Juxian Hall, there were only four sect masters. Kong Jia was frightened and went back, so naturally he did not dare to say anything more. The other three sect masters surrendered.
Secondly, Jin Yiwei attacked Juxian Tang. From the outside, it looked like a deadly attack. Naturally, they would not guess that Juxian Tang was controlled by Liu Bai.
Thirdly, Fusu was not so free either. He went around saying that the Juxian Hall would be under the control of Liu Bai.
Fourthly, the Feng family's goal is to strengthen the family. The exam is about to take place and they will devote their energy to the advancement of their children.
