Chapter 466 Your Majesty finally wants to take a concubine, the day of my Yin family's beginning has come!
Nanyang, Xinye.
The old house of the Yin family.
Inner courtyard, inside the octagonal pavilion.
Yin Lu clasped his hands behind his back and raised his eyes to look at the two golden monkeys jumping up and down on the rockery in the garden, frowning: "I really don't understand why your majesty likes this kind of thing."
"Have you ever read the article "Ode to the Spiritual Monkey"?"
Yin Xiu on the side bowed slightly, bowed his head towards Yin Lu, and said softly: "The above mentioned His Majesty the Emperor's evaluation of the golden monkey. I believe that His Majesty's realm is indeed very high."
"kindness."
Yin Lu nodded: "Of course I have already read the article "Ode to the Spiritual Monkey". I didn't expect that Xun or this guy could have such literary talent. When his article came out, Mi Heng and Kong Rong disappeared.
movement."
Yin Xiu smiled lightly and got to the bottom of things with one sentence: "That's because Ni Heng and Kong Rong realized their own shortcomings. They understood why His Majesty the Emperor liked this kind of thing, so they felt ashamed and stopped making trouble."
"snort."
Yin Lu snorted softly.
He still understands this truth.
However, as a matter of personal preference, he still disagrees: "Anyway, I don't like this kind of beast. It has no sense of beauty at all. The sharp mouth and monkey cheeks on his face make people disgusted."
"If His Majesty didn't like it, I wouldn't even look at it twice. It cost me a full twenty gold. With all this money, what can I do? I can buy some land rights certificates and I can earn a lot of income every year.
.”
The corners of Yin Xiu's lips raised slightly, and she smiled faintly: "Master, you may not know yet, but currently in Wancheng, the price of the golden monkey has risen to twelve gold."
"Twelve gold?"
Yin Lu was stunned for a moment and said in disbelief: "So expensive?"
Yin Xiu nodded: "Your Majesty likes it, and it will naturally cause a wave of people to follow and imitate it. It is extremely normal for the price of the golden monkey to skyrocket."
"From this point of view, head of the family, when we bought these two golden monkeys, not only did we not lose money, but we also made four gold horseshoes."
hiss-!
Yin Lu was surprised and couldn't help but gasped: "So, if we sell the golden monkey at this time, we can still make money."
Yin Xiu said with absolute certainty: "That's right, but I would like to advise the owner not to sell them for the time being. The price of the golden monkeys is very likely to soar. I heard that the Deng family ordered ten golden monkeys, and their family made a profit of
More."
"This old guy Deng Xun is really cunning."
Yin Lu has been keeping an eye on the activities of his old rival Deng Xun. Now that he heard that the Deng family purchased ten golden monkeys at once, and the price soared by 20%, he immediately felt at ease.
Immediately.
He turned to glance at Yin Xiu and said softly: "Although I don't like this beast very much, as long as we can make money, there is no problem for us to join forces."
"This matter will be left to the housekeeper and you to be jointly responsible for. I will train those two girls wholeheartedly. I heard that His Majesty the Emperor has agreed to adopt concubines. They will be the hope of our Yin family."
Although the power of relatives has been greatly weakened, being related to the emperor is still a huge positive factor. If there is no high-ranking official, other official positions will always be indispensable.
Even if it is impossible for the Yin family to regain its former glory, it will be beneficial to the Yin family's power in the next dynasty.
Especially now that the situation has become clear, the Han Dynasty will surely revive. The new dynasty established by Liu Bian is a brand new beginning. No one can rely on the shadow of their ancestors to prosper in the new dynasty.
Therefore, all of Yin Lu's energy is invested in the two women of the Yin family. They are the absolute guarantee for the continuation of the Yin family.
This is what Yin Lu is most proud of. Deng Xun did not take the path of his relatives, but he did it himself, and he will definitely be better than before.
"kindness."
Yin Xiu deeply agrees with this: "Although Your Majesty has restricted the power of my foreign relatives, it has also made my family safer. Our Yin family no longer has to worry about the disaster of genocide."
The peak of power will inevitably be accompanied by decline, and uncontrolled expansion will eventually lead to nothing but feathers in the land, rather than sustained growth.
Yin Xiu, who has been practicing in the officialdom for a long time, can already feel this. Especially the death of the Yuan family proves this point. Regardless of whether he really rebelled, the final reason is because the Yuan family has
possible alternative.
"Report—!"
At this moment, a long announcement sounded not far away.
Yin Lu turned around and looked.
However, he saw that his servant hurriedly came forward, leaned over and cupped his hands and said: "Master, there is news from Wancheng."
Yin Lu frowned and asked urgently: "Oh, but there is something about the talent show girls?"
The attendant nodded and said, "Yes, there are nine people sent by Jingzhou to select women. The person in charge of Nanyang County is called Ji Ning. I heard that he has come out of Wancheng for half a year. Twenty people will be selected for selection."
"Jining?"
Yin Lu frowned and asked tentatively: "Do you have any information about this person?"
The attendant shook his head: "These people were just decided by Xun or yesterday. No one knows their identities, so there is no information for the time being, but I guess they must be from aristocratic families."
Yin Lu pinched a strand of beard under his chin and said with deep understanding: "I have never heard of the Ji family. Even if they are from a noble family, the family should not be too big."
"so......"
Without any hesitation, Yin Lu made a decisive decision: "Immediately mobilize manpower to investigate this guy named Ji Ning. At the same time, send people to search for his traces. Once there is news, report it immediately without any mistakes."
The attendant leaned forward and cupped his hands: "Here."
Immediately.
Bow and leave.
A faint smile appeared on Yin Lu's face, and he breathed a sigh of relief.
You know, he had already started training his own women two years ago. Whether it was court etiquette, chess, calligraphy or painting, they were all taught by famous teachers.
Even some of the intrigues in the palace will be integrated into the teachings about entering the palace, so as to lay a foundation for them in advance. Entering the palace is not to enjoy happiness, but to fight.
Although there are not many concubines in the Han family's court, it is still very difficult to be able to fall into the eyes of His Majesty the Emperor and become His Majesty's favorite woman. What's more, today's queen is a person who shares weal and woe with the Emperor.
"Time waits for us."
Yin Lu sighed with emotion and let out a long sigh of relief.
"yes."
Yin Xiu on the side naturally understood what the other party meant, and echoed: "Master, although they have studied painting for two years, most of them paint flowers, birds, fish and insects, which they have never been exposed to like golden monkeys. I am afraid it will be difficult for them to paint in a short time."
improve."
Yin Luen nodded and said confidently: "Don't worry, I have invited all the famous painters near Nanyang to my mansion to teach these two children together."
"If we can't learn it, no one else can learn it. No matter what, at least in the Nanyang area, our Yin family must be at the top. Otherwise, even if we enter the palace, we will not be able to rank at the forefront."
"In the final analysis, there are only two ways to improve your performance. One is to improve your own performance, and the other is to lower your opponent's performance."
Have to admit it.
Although this method is a bit cruel, it is very effective.
Yin Xiu didn't feel it was against morality at all. After all, palace battles were always cruel: "I've learned a lesson."
Yin Lu waved his hand: "Let's go and take a look at their paintings. In the afternoon, you have to teach them poetry. I heard that Your Majesty also likes this very much."
Yin Xiu followed the owner of the house and went straight to the garden. There were two women there, observing the body of the golden monkey and looking for inspiration for painting.
"Awen, Axin."
Yin Lu walked up and said hello.
"Master of the house."
The two children stood up hurriedly and bowed politely and politely.
"kindness."
Yin Lu waved his hand to signal the two of them to excuse themselves, walked around to the long eucalyptus, stared at the agile golden monkey above, and nodded slowly: "It's not bad. It only took a few days to draw it in a decent way."
Yinwen Lidou smiled slightly: "The master of the house has given you too much praise. It's all because of the good teachings of the masters."
Yin Lu said softly: "You must study hard. You will be able to use all these skills in the future. As long as there is one thing that can win His Majesty's favor, not only you, but the entire family will benefit a lot."
The two of them saluted together: "Master, don't worry, we will live up to your high expectations."
"kindness."
Yin Lu nodded and turned to look at Yin Xiu: "What do you think?"
Yin Xiu was born in a young mansion and was in charge of the royal family's money, food, clothing, housing and transportation. Naturally, he had seen many good things and had a certain ability to appreciate these paintings and calligraphy.
"this......"
Yin Xiu thought for a long time, and finally said: "People who are carefully cultivated by the head of the family naturally have a certain level, but if you want to win the favor of His Majesty the Emperor, this level should still be left to the conventional level."
"So, I think that you two should work harder on painting to grasp the essence of the Golden Monkey. You can read more of "The Monkey Ode". His Majesty's comments will definitely give you some insights.
Some inspiration.”
Yin Wen and Yin Xin Yingying bowed: "Thank you uncle for your advice."
Yin Lu nodded slowly and raised the corners of his lips slightly: "It seems that I have found the right person when I came to you. These masters are too complex and can teach basic painting skills, but it is a bit difficult to master them."
Yin Xiu hurriedly handed over his hand: "Serving the family is my duty. From now on, whenever the head of the family gives orders, I will do my best and show no disrespect."
Yin Ludan smiled: "That's very good."
*****
Nanyang, Wancheng.
Chant Hall.
Previously, because of the deprivation of land equity transactions, the Sadhui fell into a period of depression, with only some sporadic employment, livestock transactions, house rentals, sales and other information.
But with the popularity of the Golden Monkey, today's Sadhui has once again entered a lively period, and every issue has a lot of news about the Golden Monkey.
From the initial purchase price of ten gold horseshoes, it has become twelve gold horseshoes, and even the purchase prices of many other species of macaques have also begun to rise.
After all, the number of golden monkeys is limited and relatively scarce, but other species of monkeys are not so scarce, and their prices are not that scary.
Some people who like to watch monkeys performing tricks can use other species instead. Some people who like monkeys can even attract a lot of attention by dressing the monkeys in homemade armor and holding a Ruyi golden cudgel.
When the staff compiled the latest hot information and posted it on several display boards in the lobby on the first floor, a group of people immediately gathered to watch, and the scene immediately became excited:
"How is this possible? The price has actually increased again. The price of the golden monkey has increased to thirteen gold horseshoes, and even the ordinary little macaque has increased to two gold horseshoes. This market is simply crazy."
"Those guys in Yizhou must be making crazy profits, right? Can't we suppress the price of golden monkeys? If this continues, won't it go up to the sky?"
"Suppressing the price of the golden monkey? What are you using to suppress it? Do you have a golden monkey? Let me tell you, those wealthy families now buy golden monkeys without considering the cost at all."
"Yes, His Majesty the Emperor has made it clear that he likes golden monkeys, and many people in the world will definitely fall in love with him. I heard that two days ago, someone presented a picture of a monkey to His Majesty the Emperor, and His Majesty the Emperor liked it very much.
, and also rewarded him with a hundred gold horseshoes."
"Is there such a thing?"
"certainly!"
"Why haven't I heard of it?"
"Of course there are secret channels for this kind of thing."
"No wonder the price of golden monkeys has skyrocketed."
"..."
At this moment, in the elegant room on the second floor.
A man was sitting on his knees in front of the desk, holding a pen in one hand and a bill in the other, staring at the paper on the table, calculating the price at which to purchase it in order to maximize the income.
That's right.
This person is none other than Deng Yun, the housekeeper of the Deng family.
I have to admit that Deng Yun does have some financial savvy. This can be seen from his purchase of ten golden monkeys. It is impossible for ordinary people to have such courage.
Even the Yin family, also from Xinye, only purchased two golden monkeys, and they bought them because they were useful, not for investment.
But Deng Yun is different.
The route of their Deng family has long since changed. They will no longer rely on relatives to make the family prosperous, but will rely on the strength of their children to continue the prosperity of the Deng family.
Therefore, Deng Yun had no other reason to buy the Golden Monkey. He did this just to gain popularity and make a small amount of quick money.
only......
Nowadays, the popularity of the Golden Silk Monkey far exceeds his imagination. He can't believe that this thing has increased by 20% in a short period of time, which is twenty gold horseshoes.
How much grain do you need to sell to earn twenty gold horseshoes?
You know, there is no shortage of food in Nanyang now, and the price of food has naturally dropped again and again. Most of them have been purchased by the imperial court through special means to support the troops on the front line and the settlement of the Yellow Turbans in Qingzhou.
Said without politeness.
At present, it is impossible for wealthy families in Nanyang to make money from food. After all, every household is not short of food. Let alone food, even fish and meat cannot be sold at a high price.
Therefore, the previous economic growth point was completely unsuitable for the current development, so Deng Yun's thoughts turned to the Golden Monkey in an attempt to make a small fortune.
But he couldn't believe it. This was not a high start and a low move, but a high start and a wild move. In just half a month, the increase reached 20%, which was simply unbelievable.
"no!"
Deng Yun shook his head and sighed: "You can't sell it yet, and it may continue to rise. Not only can't you sell it, but you even have to buy another batch of golden monkeys, otherwise you will definitely miss the follow-up market."
Squeak—!
At this moment, the door was pushed open.
A boy came in from outside and hurried forward. He didn't even bother to salute and said, "It's gone up! It's gone up again! The price of the Golden Monkey has actually risen to thirteen gold horseshoes. It's incredible."
"What?"
Deng Yun looked in disbelief and stared at the other party: "The price of golden monkeys has actually increased again?"
The boy nodded quickly and said with great certainty: "Not only the prices of golden monkeys, but also all kinds of macaques have all gone up. I heard that even the hiring price of animal trainers has gone up."
"In the past, animal trainers only made 500 yuan a month. Now, those with experience in monkey skills can earn 2,000 yuan a month. Those without experience in monkey skills can earn 1,000 yuan a month. Even apprentices can earn 400 yuan a month.
.”
Crazy!
Just crazy!
Even Deng Yun, who is sensitive to various prices in the market, feels that something is not right. The concepts related to monkeys are soaring without even the slightest sign.
If there is no corresponding driving force behind this, Deng Yun would not believe it: "How is this possible? What is it that makes the price of golden monkeys soar?"
The boy hurriedly said: "Steward, I have heard some news, I wonder if it is related to it."
Deng Yun asked: "What's the matter? Tell me frankly."
"I heard..."
At that moment, the boy told the truth about what he had heard: "Two days ago, someone presented a picture of a monkey to His Majesty the Emperor, and was rewarded with a hundred gold horseshoes by His Majesty the Emperor."
"oh?"
Deng Yun was stunned for a moment: "Why don't I know this kind of news?"
The boy frowned: "This...I heard that few people know about it. The news seems to be blocked."
hiss-!
Deng Yun was surprised and took a breath.
Not only did he not feel anything was wrong, but he felt it was very real.
This kind of thing that damages the image of His Majesty the Emperor must be blocked, and it is absolutely impossible for everyone to make a fuss.
As for the surge in the monkey concept today, the driving force behind it must be these guys.
Deng Yun understood clearly and sighed: "Fortunately, we have not sold out all the golden monkeys. We still have a chance. I feel more and more that the price of the golden monkeys will definitely soar this time."
"You now! Immediately! Immediately! List and register the golden monkeys with fifteen gold horseshoes, at least ten. I will arrange for someone to sell the land equity certificate and cash out part of the money."
The boy was stunned on the spot: "Ah? Fifteen gold horseshoes? This...is the price too high?"
Deng Yun said softly: "Expensive? Let me tell you, it won't be long before it reaches 20 gold horseshoes, or even higher. If you grab it now, you will make a profit. Do you understand?"
The boy nodded quickly: "Okay, I understand."
Say it.
Suddenly he turned around and left the room.
Deng Yun took a deep breath and hurriedly called to his attendants: "You rush to the land equity trading building immediately and tell the people there to cash out a thousand horseshoe gold for me as soon as possible. I will keep it for great use."
The attendant leaned forward and raised his hands: "Here."
"Wait a minute."
When the attendant was about to leave, Deng Yun suddenly thought of something and hurriedly stopped him: "There is one more thing. Send someone to Xinye immediately to deliver my handwritten letter to the head of the family."
The attendant nodded: "Here."
If the source of this matter really lies in the palace, then someone must be sent to keep an eye on it.
Deng Yun does not have enough authority to mobilize so many resources.
no way.
He could only rely on the head of the family, Deng Xun.
Only when Deng Xun comes forward can we obtain first-hand precious information in the shortest possible time.
*****
now.
Emperor's palace.
Hall of Wende.
Liu Bian held the scroll in his hands. On the surface, he seemed to be reading, but in fact, he was communicating with the military advisor alliance: "Judging from the information sent by Jia Xu so far, at least the market in Nanyang has already gained a certain degree of popularity."
"That's right."
The voice of the Military Advisor Alliance immediately sounded: "But this is just the beginning. We will have to gradually release some good news and cooperate to heat up the heat again."
"Only by amplifying the enthusiasm of the Nanyang market can the gentry in Yizhou gradually go crazy and lose their minds. This is a step-by-step process."
Liu Bian naturally knew not to act too hastily: "We deliberately let out the news about the Monkey Picture, but we can't let it go like this forever. Sooner or later it will be exposed."
"Don't worry."
The Military Advisor Alliance explained: "The price is constantly changing up and down according to the relationship between supply and demand. The current demand may be relatively small, but when the market heats up, we will release the ultimate move, which will naturally cause the price to skyrocket."
"Of course, the premise is to involve banks first and let the Yizhou family develop the habit of making big money through loans and mortgages. Only in this way can we lay a solid foundation for the final harvest."
The reason why the bank arranged to enter Yizhou in advance was to allow the gentry in Yizhou to take the lead in adapting to this model and habitually increase leverage to obtain wealth.
Although the current operation of ZTE Bank in Yizhou is normal, data shows that the loan business is still relatively stretched, and the vast majority are deposits and withdrawals.
After all, the business of the aristocratic family has a strong cash flow. They have not yet formed a habit of taking loans, but they are very sensitive to financial transportation.
Liu Bianshen nodded in agreement: "The rise in the price of the Golden Monkey may draw a large amount of funds to them, which will quickly exhaust their funds. Without running water, they can only rely on loans."
"That's right."
The voice of the Military Advisor Alliance immediately sounded: "Now the Yizhou families have only tasted a little sweetness. Soon they will realize that they have lost a lot of money and want to cut out the middlemen and make the bulk of it themselves."
"..."
"Only when this happens, will you think about taking out a loan, cashing out as soon as possible, buying the Golden Monkey, and earning the corresponding price difference, thereby amplifying profits."
"At this time, we can basically save enough goods so that the Yizhou family can swallow all the bitter pills at once."
Liu Bian took a deep breath and exhaled slowly, his anxious heart gradually settling in his stomach: "Now that we have decided, we can only do this. Let Liu Ba appear at the next court meeting."