Chapter 9 Human life is like a mustard, and the law is like nothing
Desires are hard to satisfy. Being rich, powerful, and too comfortable and powerful will inevitably breed evil desires.
There were too many wealthy nobles in the court, and they were extravagant, full of wine and meat, and stink of corruption.
Male shepherds and prostitutes are not ranked here. They prey on human beings, feed on flesh and blood, slaves fight each other, and take pleasure in bloody killings.
Human lives are like grass, laws are like nothing, morals are degenerate, and there is no ethics anymore.
The previous emperor not only did not stop it, but was an extremely enthusiastic leader.
He lived extravagantly in food and clothing, squandered money like water, kidnapped wives, killed children, and even his own children when he was mad.
In the end, the current emperor and the regent brothers were forced to join forces to kill their father and seize the throne.
When the new emperor seized the throne, as many as three thousand people in the harem were massacred, just to cover up this short and ridiculous secret.
It took the two brothers five years to purge the harem and reorganize Chao Gang to suppress this evil trend.
But it was just suppression, and the lesions still existed, rotting and smelly.
The absurdity on the surface has been transferred to the dark side, murderous crimes occur frequently, and countless people die in vain.
The emperor wanted to completely remove this cancer, but these people were too cunning and the officials were protecting each other.
Not only officials, but also many relatives of the emperor were involved. If a thorough investigation was to be carried out, the emperor would almost massacre the Song royal family.
But patience is limited after all. The emperor has been waiting for today for five years, and the regent has also prepared a lot for this. Everything is ready, but he lacks the sharpest knife.
Just as it happened, Qin Yan came.
Qin Yan was so busy that he couldn't even come back at night sometimes. However, if he didn't come back, he would send news back home, so Qin Wanwan wouldn't worry too much about him.
Qin Yan has been in the army for more than ten years and has been away from home for a long time. Qin Wanwan has long been used to it.
Qin Wanwan was not idle when she was at home. The emperor rewarded her and the regent gave her gifts. Qin Yan had nine shops in his hands.
Each room is quite spacious and the location is good.
Qin Yan never cared about this, and Qin Wanwan left it to her to take care of.
After Qin Wanwan got familiar with the business, she gathered the disabled and retired soldiers in Qin Yan's hands and set up special strongholds, routes, escort agencies and caravans.
Giving these people a way to make a living has also created a huge business network.
These people are soldiers, have been on the battlefield and seen blood. Some of them are brave and loyal to the Qin family.
But to this day, Qin Yan probably doesn't know how rich his sister is, or what she holds in her hands.
The Qin family's property has long existed in Fengyang City, and it is very impressive. In Qin Wanwan's opinion, these nine shops are just like that.
After taking over, just send special people to take care of it. You don't need to worry too much. You just need to connect with the Qin family's business route and you will be on the right track soon.
Making money is one of Qin Wanwan's few hobbies.
Having money is not only to support the family, but also to support the soldiers in Qin Yan's hands.
The imperial court is wealthy, but there are so many corrupt officials. How can the military pay not be deducted?
The military pay in hand can barely support the army, and there are still a lot of medicinal materials, as well as burial and pensions for the wounded and wounded soldiers, which are all expensive.
The bond between brothers who share life and death and share joys and sorrows is indeed profound, but if you can't even support your brothers, then they are not worthy of this brotherhood.
Qin Wanwan doesn't understand the feelings between men, but she knows that money can make followers more loyal.
She not only likes to make money, but also knows where the money should be spent.
Qin Wanwan had people arrange the funeral arrangements for Qin Yan's soldiers. Pensions and burial expenses were three times that of the imperial court. Disabled soldiers entered the Qin Family Chamber of Commerce and brought their own stock according to their merits.
Settle down a family, make money, and establish a career, these are what all soldiers dream of, and Qin Wanwan has turned these into reality. As long as you are loyal and brave enough, these are all within your reach.
Qin Yan was responsible for leading troops in battles and training a brave army, while Qin Wanwan was responsible for all posthumous matters, so that he would not have to worry about his death.
They do not interfere with each other, but they are inseparable and complementary to each other.
There is no Qin family army in the world, but as long as the Qin family brothers and sisters wave their hands, more than a thousand people will respond?
Therefore, Qin Yan didn't have much respect for the emperor, let alone so-called loyalty, and Qin Wanwan didn't feel anything at all.
Of course, there is no ambition. The throne and the world are not that attractive to them, and they do not feel that they have the strength to compete. Everything is just for their own good life.
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The weather was rare, so Qin Wanwan went out.
There is no need for her to do things in the store herself. She came out specifically to meet people today.
An uncle in the army named Liu Rong was a friend of Qin's father and had made many military exploits. However, he injured his leg in a battle five years ago. After leaving the army, he was selected by Qin Wanwan to take charge of Fengyang.
Qin Wanwan is cold and doesn't like talking to others, but she respects her elders, especially those related to her father, very much.
Bring generous gifts and sincerity and visit us in person.
She remembered that Uncle Liu seemed to have a nephew who followed her brother, but she didn't recognize that person and didn't care about Qin Yan's affairs.
The carriage went around two high walls before turning to the north of the city. The north of the city was mostly filled with mansions of wealthy businessmen. The houses were all good, but the lintels were not high, and they were not too high-profile.
Although businessmen are rich, the emperor has more power than money, and there are many powerful people who these wealthy businessmen cannot afford to offend, so no matter how rich they are, they have to keep a low profile here.
The carriage stopped in front of a small house, and the guard knocked on the door. After a while, the door opened.
Qin Wanwan got off the carriage and walked in. Before she could get around the screen wall, she saw Liu Rong limping towards him.
Liu Rong looked excited: "Miss Wanwan, it's really you!"
Qin Wanwan saluted: "Uncle Liu, long time no see."
Although the voice is still cold and calm, it seems to be less angular and more real.
Liu Rong is almost forty this year. He has a very ordinary appearance, the kind that disappears from everyone on the street. After being raised in Fengyang for five years, he has gained some weight and the evil spirit in his facial features has disappeared. He looks like a very kind and wealthy man.
Seeing Qin Wanwan, she smiled so hard that her eyes narrowed: "I've known for a long time that the young lady has come to Fengyang. I've always wanted to see you without disturbing you, but today I finally got to see you."
Qin Wanwan nodded: "I just came to Fengyang and I don't want to move, but I must meet Uncle Liu. I have been very lucky to you these years."
Liu Rong laughed so hard that his eyes almost disappeared: "Unfortunately, misfortune is not misfortune. Miss, what you said is too polite. Without Miss Wanwan, Lao Liu would not be where he is today."
Qin Wanwan held up her skirt and walked up to the corridor: "You are more familiar with Fengyang City than I am. You can also help take care of the nine shops this time. Everything remains as usual. Don't be too conspicuous."
Liu Rong nodded repeatedly and refused to agree.
Facing these elders, Qin Wanwan's attitude is much softer and she talks more. If Qin Yan saw it, he would probably be jealous. This is more than what he said to him.