Seeing the strange expressions on the faces of Mrs.
Therefore, I used to pay attention to the price of food. That day I overheard a few people talking about buying food, so I paid attention."
"Oh? What did you hear?"
Hearing Xie Yuncang's question, Xie Songhua didn't hide it, "I remember that in previous years, after the early rice harvest, if it was a good year, one stone of rice could only be sold for five coins. In poor years, it could sometimes be sold for seven coins. This year, March and Fourth
It hasn't rained since last month, so I thought this year's harvest wouldn't be very good."
As she spoke, a smile appeared on her face, "I didn't expect that I guessed wrong. Prices in Beijing must be more expensive than over there, but the rice here is only five cents per stone. I heard those women said
"Food prices have been relatively cheap this year and have not increased since the beginning of the year. I think the weather in the south should be good since I came to Beijing. The drought in March and April has finally been overcome."
After she finished speaking with a smile, she realized that something was wrong with Xie Yuncang's face, and she couldn't help but smile, "Father, what's wrong? Is it...that I said something wrong?"
After saying that, he became a little frightened again, "I..."
Xie Yuncang came back from his thoughts, and his expression softened a lot in an instant, "No, the fourth girl is right. It's a good thing that you come from among the people and know about farming."
After saying that, he stood up and saluted Mrs. Xie, "Mother, please forgive me. I suddenly thought that there are some important matters that have not been dealt with. My son will take the first step."
The old lady's eyes passed over the pieces of paper in Xie Songhua's hand, she was thoughtful, then nodded and said: "Business matters are important, don't delay."
Xie Songhua still looked a little confused. After Xie Yuncang left, he murmured: "Grandma, did I say something wrong?"
The old lady suppressed the doubts in her heart and said with a smile: "Four girls, don't be nervous. Your father is right. You are at your own home, so there is no need to be so cautious."
Then Xie Songhua was left to ask her in detail what happened at her adoptive parents' home.
I heard that she was responsible for the laundry, cooking and other chores at home every day, and I suddenly felt a bit unbearable on her face.
When Xie Songhua finally saw the opportunity to retire, he said again: "Don't trust those spiritual masters at the beginning. I think you have a pure and gentle personality. From today on, you don't have to be taboo about those nonsense. If you want to talk to grandma, just come over here."
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After receiving this sentence, he was forgiven the so-called conflict before. Xie Songhua knew that he had taken another step forward.
On the way back, I couldn't help but be in a good mood. Seeing that no one said anything to Yu Ruzhuo, "You are so awesome! How do you know the price of grain in Beijing?"
Yu Ruzhuo did not answer her question, "Has the letter been sent?"
Xie Songhua did the math and remembered that when he sent the letter yesterday, Yu Ruzhuo seemed to be motionless. He was probably trapped in the ring again.
Then he nodded and asked, "What are those you asked me to write? Why do I recognize every word in it, but I don't know what it means when they are put together?"
"you do not need to know."
Xie Songhua pouted, thinking of the rules he had agreed with him before, he finally suppressed his curiosity and asked another question, "Is there really a problem with food prices?"
This time, Yu Ruzhuo was silent for a while before saying, "Just think of it as a small gift for your father."
Xie Songhua didn't know what this meant, and when he asked, Yu Ruzhuo refused to say it again.
She couldn't help but think of the way Xie Yuncang left in a hurry just now.
Mengpo Juli and Xie Yuncang are indeed in a hurry.
He immediately invited his first staff member, Mr. Yun, over, "Sir, does he know the price of grain in Beijing?"
Mr. Yun was already over fifty years old. Seeing how eager he was, he couldn't help but wonder, "Grain prices in Beijing have always been well controlled. Early rice has just arrived in this season, so the price should have dropped. According to previous years, it was about six yuan per stone."
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After saying that, he asked in confusion: "Why do you suddenly ask about this?"
Xie Yuncang frowned even more, "But this year, there was no rain in March and April in the south. However, in May and June, floods were reported in many places. The canals to Beijing burst their banks in several places. This year's grain supply was basically impossible."
It hasn't been shipped yet.
In addition to the rebellion in Da Rong, the cabinet was still discussing a few days ago to transport local grain directly to the border. There is not much grain in the capital. The grain on the market now should be from Taicang. At this time, the capital
Food prices are actually 10% lower than in previous years."
Hearing this, Mr. Yun's face became serious, "Do you always suspect that someone is taking the opportunity to stockpile grain?"
"I am in charge of the Ministry of War in the cabinet, and I am not very familiar with the affairs of the Ministry of Household Affairs, but the current situation makes me think otherwise."
Xie Yuncang frowned and said, "This matter is of great importance. You should quickly find out the situation of several warehouses in the capital."
After Mr. Yun left, Xie Yuncang quickly wrote two letters and gave them to the servants to deliver.
There were so many Qingke staff in the house, but no one noticed the problem of food prices in the market. It was actually my daughter who accidentally pointed out this anomaly.
I really don't know whether to be angry or grateful.
I couldn't help but think of what I encountered at the door of Shou'an Hall today. The Qi family really went too far!
Even though the fourth girl is a little older, she is still her own flesh and blood, so she has neglected her to this extent.
And now it seems that although this child has lost his education, his qualifications are not dull.
"Come, go to the Shensi Pavilion and pass a message."
Xie Songhua returned to Yanchun Terrace again, and the atmosphere was completely different.
When I opened the door, I saw Ding Xiang and other maids kneeling on the ground. It looked like they had been kneeling for a long time.
Seeing her coming, Ding Xiang, the leader, immediately bowed his head and apologized, "Four girls, this servant and others realize their mistake. Thank you Fourth girl for your forgiveness."
Xie Songhua's eyes passed over the few of them, and he just smiled softly, but did not make a sound.
He walked straight past them and stood on the steps in front of the main house, looking down at them.
Sometimes a loud reprimand is not as good as a silent coercion.
Aunt Lan moved a chair into the inner room, and Xie Songhua sat down safely. After drinking two more sips of tea, she smiled and said, "You...all know that you are wrong?"
Ding Xiang was so frightened that her legs and feet were weak, "I know... I know I'm wrong! All the slaves know I'm wrong."
Compared to Bai Shao, they are really blessed with good fortune. If Xie Songhua hadn't begged for mercy at that time, we still don't know what would have happened.
Among these people, Ding Xiang was obviously the leader. She quickly took two steps forward on her knees, "Four girls, slaves and others were indifferent before, and their words and deeds were disrespectful. If it weren't for the girl's pity, there would be no dignity at this moment.
From now on, the slaves will no longer dare to do anything, they will just do it for the sake of the girl."
Xie Songhua chuckled lightly, "That's not necessary. We'll see what happens in the future. Whether we can get along well with each other is still open to question!"
After hearing this, the colors on several people's faces changed. This means...it's not over yet?
"There's no need to be so nervous," Xie Songhua stood up and turned to Aunt Lan, "Give them everything."
