"Why are you like my second uncle, who likes these things, it's very boring." Cheng Shaoshang said softly.
Cheng Shaoshang's second aunt had always had a bad relationship with her mother Xiao Yuanyi, so she took revenge on Cheng Shaoshang and wanted to raise her as a cripple. As a result, Cheng Shaoshang was almost six years old and had not yet started schooling, and even developed a dislike for studying.
mood.
Qin Hao smiled: "There is a golden house in the book, so how can it be said that it is boring?"
Cheng Shaoshang's eyes lit up and he looked at Qin Hao suspiciously: "Where does the Golden Room come from in the book? Don't lie to me. My second uncle has read many books, but he didn't come to the Golden Room all day long.
Being scolded by my second aunt."
Qin Hao secretly lamented that most of the money Cheng Shi sent back had been stolen by his second-in-law siblings. Cheng Shaoshang even ate a piece of candy as if it was a Chinese New Year. No wonder he was more concerned about money.
"Have you read the work examination notes?" Qin Hao asked.
Cheng Shaoshang shook his head when he heard this: "I don't even know a few characters."
Qin Hao said seriously: "Then do you know how the candy you ate yesterday was made?"
Cheng Shaoshang shook his head again.
Qin Hao raised the bamboo slip in his hand: "Kaogongji is a handicraft monograph from the Pre-Qin period. The full text is about 7,000 words, describing 30 types of work in six categories, including woodworking, metalworking, leatherworking, dyeing, jadeworking, and pottery. It
He will tell you how to make and use axes, pounds, chisels, curved knives, and measuring instruments. As long as you learn one of them, you will be able to live and work in peace. Isn't this a golden house?"
Cheng Shaoshang frowned when he heard this: "But my second aunt didn't let me go to elementary school, and I can't recognize many of the words."
Qin Hao's heart moved. Although Cheng Cheng, the second-in-law of the Cheng family, was a bit of a nerd, he was very knowledgeable. Qin Fang happened to be looking for a mentor for him recently. Why not take this opportunity to study at the Cheng family and unlock more characters and scenes?
, earn some luck points.
"Just wait, I will teach you when the time comes." Qin Hao said.
Cheng Shaoshang smiled happily and said sweetly: "Thank you, brother Qin."
Suddenly there was a roar from the other side of the wall: "Cheng Shaoshang, what are you doing? Come down here quickly!"
Cheng Shaoshang's face immediately fell, he waved to Qin Hao, and then climbed down quickly.
Qin Hao couldn't help but shake his head. Cheng Shaoshang, the second aunt, was too ugly. She was not afraid of such a roar. Cheng Shaoshang fell down in panic. Perhaps, this was her purpose. This jealous woman wanted to take advantage of her sister-in-law.
Xiao Yuanyi's hatred was placed on a little girl, and she deserved it when she was divorced later.
"You mean to ask the second master of the Cheng family next door to be your teacher?" Mrs. Qin Yuan was not happy when she heard this. The Cheng family used to be traffickers and lackeys. I heard that the second master of the Cheng family was still disabled. Is it okay to ask such a person as your teacher?
It's not that I delayed my son.
Qin Hao advised: "Mom, this second master of the Cheng family is very knowledgeable, and it is perfect to be the child's tutor. It also saves my father who is busy with official duties and has to worry about the child."
Mrs. Qin Yuan reached out and pinched Qin Hao's face: "My son has really grown up. Well, when your father comes back, I will talk to him."
"Thank you, mother." Qin Hao accompanied Qin Yuanshi and said some personal words, which made Qin Yuanshi very happy and kept saying that he was filial.
After Qin Fang came home, Mrs. Qin Yuan explained the situation.
Qin Fangzheng stretched out his hand to let the maid undress. Suddenly he turned around and looked at his wife in surprise: "Haoer really said that?"
"That's still true. My son is the most filial person." Qin Yuan raised her chin proudly.
Qin Fang nodded, but said: "Although Hao'er is filial, he can't be so hasty. Let's prepare a small gift and visit Cheng's house tomorrow. I have to meet this Cheng Cheng first so that I can feel relieved.
Give Hao'er to him."
Qin Yuan quickly sent someone to prepare gifts. The reason was, of course, that the Qin family had just moved and wanted to say hello to their neighbors.
After the meeting ended, Qin Fang took Qin Yuan to the Cheng family.
It was immediately welcomed by everyone in the Cheng family, especially Mrs. Cheng. To the Qin family, it was just a small gift, but to Mrs. Cheng who came from a rural background, it was dazzling.
"Oh, Mr. Qin, Mrs. Qin is so polite. Neighbors should take care of each other, and they give so many gifts..." Old Mrs. Cheng smiled so hard that she couldn't close her mouth.
The second wife, Mrs. Ge, was also beaming. There were several pieces of brocade in the gift list, and she and her daughter were able to make several beautiful clothes.
Qin Fang and Qin Yuan couldn't help but shook their heads secretly when they saw this. Mrs. Cheng's temperament was really a bit earthy this time. Can such a mother really teach a knowledgeable son?
But now that he has come, Qin Fang will not make a hasty conclusion. After looking around, he cupped his hands and said: "Old madam, I have always heard that the second master of your house is very knowledgeable, but I have no chance to meet him. I don't know...
..."
Old Mrs. Cheng was a little embarrassed. Her second son had a disability in his legs and was the son she disliked the most. In addition, she had not had any children in the family in recent years, so she did not take this son seriously.
The second roommate, Ge Shi, was a little surprised when she heard this. The Qin family had just arrived in the capital and heard her husband's name. Could it be that there was something extraordinary about her husband that she didn't know about?
"Why don't you go and invite the second master here?" Ge Shi said quickly to the maid.
Originally, Cheng Cheng was reluctant to go out to meet guests. In ancient times, people with leg disabilities were looked down upon. In addition, he was a bookworm himself and did not like such social occasions.
He reluctantly came to the front hall only after hearing from his servants that Ge family forced him to go.
Qin Fang saw that although Cheng Cheng had a disability in his legs, his body had a bookish air, and he couldn't help but have a good impression of him.
When Ge Shi saw her husband coming in, she quickly reminded him: "Husband, this is Lord Nong Qin, the chief minister of the dynasty. Why don't you show me your courtesy quickly?"
Cheng Cheng was also startled when he heard this. He was familiar with poetry and books and naturally knew what kind of important official position Da Si Nong was. The rank of Three Gongs and Nine Ministers was a position that many people could not dream of.
"I have met Master Qin and Mrs. Qin."
Qin Fangxu gave him a hand and said with a smile: "No need to be polite. I have heard that sir is very knowledgeable. I am also very happy to see him. I have a question in my mind, but I don't know if the second master can explain it?"
This chapter is not finished yet. Please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Cheng Cheng was a little surprised. Was he asking for advice? But for a bookworm who has not communicated with the outside world for many years, this is also a rare opportunity.
, after being humble for a while, he listened to Qin Fang.
"Guo is about to perish! I have heard that when a country is about to prosper, listen to the people; when it is about to perish, listen to the gods. Gods are wise, upright, and one person, and they act according to people. Guo has so many cool virtues, how can it be obtained from this land?
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"Do you think so, sir?"
This passage comes from Zuo's biography in the Spring and Autumn Period. It actually means that Duke Guo sent Zhu Ying, Zong District, and Shi Hao to offer sacrifices. The gods promised to give him territory and fields. Shi Hao said: The Guo Kingdom is probably going to perish! I heard:
'When a country is about to rise, it listens to the people; when it is about to perish, it listens to the gods.' The gods are wise, upright and single-minded, and act according to different people. There are many evil virtues and bad things in the Guo country, so what land can be obtained?"
Cheng Cheng heard the words and said seriously: "Of course, the Analects of Confucius says: You don't talk about strange forces and confusing gods. A gentleman should keep the right way in mind, and the emperor should do the same. The country will naturally prosper by following the will of the people. If you listen to the words of ghosts and gods and forget the people's will, the country will be destroyed. How can it be done?
Immortal?"
Qin Fang laughed loudly when he heard this and raised his hands to Cheng Cheng: "Sir, you are really talented. In fact, I have an unkind invitation to come here today. I hope you can fulfill it."
Cheng Cheng was stunned for a moment, and quickly stood up with the help of his servants: "Master Qin said something serious, but with this broken body, I'm afraid he has failed to live up to his trust."
To be honest, Cheng Cheng was still a little touched. This was the first time in so many years that he had been treated with such courtesy, but more importantly, he was still unsure of himself.
Qin Fang stepped forward to support Cheng Chenglang and said with a smile: "Sir, please don't be too humble. I have taken the liberty to come here today. In fact, there is a naughty boy in the family, but he is also very talented. So I want to find a good teacher with him, and please invite me, sir."
Take it."
The second roommate Ge Shi quickly winked at her husband when she heard this. This is a great thing. What kind of family is the Qin family? How many people can't climb it. Cheng Cheng has become the tutor of the Qin family's young master. It doesn't matter.
Is it nearby? She will also have more bragging rights in the future.
After hearing this, Mrs. Cheng also thought that this was a good thing. Isn't it just teaching a child to read? If anything, it would be real to establish a relationship with the Qin family.
Cheng Cheng was a little hesitant: "This... I'm not trying to shirk it, but it's actually because I have never taught students. I'm afraid it will delay your noble master."
Qin Fang waved his hand: "Well, I am worried that teaching a naughty boy with Mr. Cheng's knowledge would be too unfair, so I ask Mr. Cheng to help you."
Finally, with the help of Mrs. Cheng and Ge, Cheng Cheng agreed.
After Qin Fang took Qin Yuanshi away, Geshi was so excited that she rubbed her hands together, and she didn't even look at her husband as disgusted as before.
Back in her yard, Ge Shi also called her daughter Cheng Shu and told her: "Tomorrow, the young master of the Qin family next door will come to study at home. From now on, you can get closer to him."
Poor Cheng Shu was only six years old, so he didn't understand his mother's thoughts, so he looked at her blankly.
When Ge Shi saw it, he became very angry. He poked his daughter's forehead and said, "You look just like your father. I'm really angry. What a great opportunity this is. If you get married in the future,
For a noble family like the Qin family, my mother can also take advantage of it, do you understand?"
Cheng Shu could only lower her head in grievance. She had been afraid of her mother since she was a child.
On the other side, the servants at home also started talking.
"Tsk, tsk, the Qin family is indeed a wealthy family. It's really incredible that today they were so lavish just for meeting."
"Isn't that right? I heard that there will be a gift for my apprenticeship tomorrow. I don't know what kind of rare treasure it is."
Cheng Shaoshang thought of what Qin Hao had told her before, and couldn't help but think: Could what he said be true?
The next day, Qin Fang still had to go to work, so Qin Yuan came to visit again with Qin Hao, and gave a generous gift as a gift. Cheng Cheng was very excited about several bamboo slips, which were all Qin's collection.
It can't be found in the outside world, so it can be regarded as Qin Fang's idea.
Those silks, satins, and lacquerware treasures dazzled Mrs. Cheng and Mr. Ge, but in the end they were all eaten up by Mrs. Cheng, who was so angry that Mr. Ge cursed in his heart: "This old Pixiu."
"I've met you, sir." Qin Hao also bowed respectfully to Cheng Cheng.
Cheng Cheng saw that although Qin Hao was young, he behaved in a grand manner. He couldn't help but nodded secretly and thought to himself: He is worthy of being the legitimate son of a noble family.
Just as Cheng Cheng was preparing to go to class, he suddenly heard a burst of noise outside the courtyard and the sound of Ge's roar.
Soon the study door was pushed open and Cheng Shaoshang stumbled in. Ge Shi cursed angrily behind him.
"Cheng Shaoshang, please come out quickly. If you keep messing around again, I won't skin you!"
Cheng Shaoshang frowned and said, "Since my second uncle has started teaching, why can't I come and listen?"
Ge Shi wondered, didn't this girl get dizzy before when she read and practiced calligraphy? What happened today?
"You are a little girl. What are you doing by learning those lessons? It delays the noble people from listening to the lectures. Even if your mother comes back, she won't be able to protect you!"
Cheng Shaoshang curled his lips and said, "I don't. Sister Sisi can get in, so why can't I? Second uncle, don't you think so?"
Cheng Cheng also felt a little sorry for his niece's experience, and said softly: "Why don't you just let Niao Niao stand aside and listen."
Just as Ge was about to retort, Qin Hao took the opportunity to say: "Sir, it's strange that the classroom is deserted with just us and Sanniangzi. It would be more lively if there are more people."
Cheng Cheng then said to Ge: "Since it is a good thing for Niao Niao to want to learn, why bother to restrain her? This class has been delayed for some time..."
Ge Shi glanced at Qin Hao reluctantly before leaving.
Cheng Shaoshang sat down next to Qin Hao proudly and laughed softly: "I must be smart."
Qin Hao was happy: "Smart, I was just trying to find a reason for you to enroll in school, but you found the opportunity on your own."
Cheng Cheng said with a straight face: "Even if you are determined to learn, don't make trouble."
"Oh." Cheng Shaoshang pursed his lips and sat upright obediently.
Cheng Cheng told Qin Hao and Cheng Shu a piece of The Analects of Confucius. Seeing that Cheng Shaoshang was confused after listening to it, he got her some small bamboo tablets for literacy and taught her how to read.
Cheng Shaoshang focused on what Qin Hao said about the golden house in the book, so he studied seriously. Coupled with his talent, he quickly learned the characters of the Xiaozhu brand.
Cheng Cheng was a little surprised: "Niao Niao has inherited my sister-in-law's intelligence, and she can do it with just a few clicks."
Cheng Shaoshang tilted his head and asked Cheng Cheng a question: "Second uncle, do my parents really not want me?"
Cheng Cheng had some embarrassment on his face. Seeing his niece's ignorant and sensitive look, he felt distressed and said, "It's nonsense. How can there be parents in this world who don't want their own children? It's just that my brother and sister-in-law are out killing the enemy and quelling the chaos, and they are not allowed to return to the court. That’s why I left Niao Niao at home.”
Cheng Shaoshang then beamed: "That's it, thank you, second uncle."
Qin Hao sighed secretly. Cheng Shaoshang was one of the left-behind children during the Han Dynasty. He only waited until she grew up before her parents returned to the capital. Generally, before the age of three is the best time for children to establish trust with their parents. If they want to make up for it later, It's very difficult.
However, Cheng Shi and Xiao Yuanyi missed Cheng Shaoshang's entire childhood. This lack of relationship cannot be repaired.
For more than a month, Qin Hao went to Cheng's house for classes basically every day. Cheng Cheng also found that Qin Hao could no longer be described as intelligent. Both his memory and understanding abilities were far superior to those of his peers, and his calligraphy was also visible to the naked eye. Making progress.
But Cheng Cheng didn't know that this was the result of Qin Hao's efforts to suppress it. If he wrote with his right hand, Cheng Cheng would probably call him a monster.
Through this period of study, Cheng Shaoshang finally got rid of the embarrassing situation of illiteracy, kept up with Cheng Cheng's teaching progress, and began to learn the Analects of Confucius.
Cheng Shu's progress is not as obvious as that of Cheng Shaoshang. It's not that she is inferior in talent. It's just that she already has a certain foundation, but her progress is not as fast as that of Cheng Shaoshang. This also makes her work harder. This little girl doesn't look at Rou. Even those who are weak and weak actually have a competitive spirit.
During this period, Qin Fang had been performing his duties for more than a month. He gradually understood the situation in the DPRK and no longer had to walk on thin ice as before.
The number of banquets he received also increased. Sometimes Qin Fang would bring Qin Hao to attend the banquets. Qin Hao's performance at these banquets also won him some praise.
Don't underestimate these praises, this is the beginning of raising your reputation. The so-called reputation is actually, to a large extent, everyone complimenting each other.
Of course, there are conditions for flattery. Everyone cherishes feathers. If you are really not qualified, no one will take the risk of self-destruction by flattering you. Only people like Qin Hao who have certain real qualities can make people feel confident. Do not hesitate to promote it.
After a series of "praisings", Qin Hao became a well-known young gentleman in the capital at a young age. Although it is still too early to talk about marriage at this age, many people are already interested in him.
For more than a month, Qin Hao, in addition to pretending to be a child and attending classes, also devoted himself to improving the living environment of Qin Mansion.
The most important thing is diet. The diet of the Han Dynasty simply drove him crazy.
In fact, the seasonings during the Han Dynasty were not expensive. Salt, vinegar, soy sauce, onions, ginger, and pepper were all available for a long time, but the production process was flawed.
Qin Hao improved some techniques, including salt and vinegar.
The salt of the Han Dynasty basically came from salt wells. King Liu Bi of Wu and King Liu An of Huainan all relied on the mountains to boil salt and cast money. The wealth accumulated from this gave them the capital to rebel. Later, salt and iron became the exclusive specialty of the imperial court. Only in the Han Dynasty The technology for mining salt wells was not yet mature, so the salt produced had many impurities and even had a bitter taste, which was completely different from the snow-white salt that came later.
Qin Hao's method is to process the original coarse salt through heating, charcoal filtration, condensation and other processes to remove the original impurities and make snowflake salt.
At first, Qin Hao just wanted to improve his life and save his taste buds. Later, when Qin Fang accidentally saw snowflake salt, he was immediately amazed. Later, he learned that this method could be applied to extract edible salt from salt mines.
After the experiment, Qin Fang found that it was indeed feasible, so he pulled Emperor Wen out of bed that night.
Emperor Wen originally looked at Qin Fang with resentment, but when he told Emperor Wen a portion of snowflake salt and the method of extracting edible salt from salt mines, Emperor Wen was immediately delighted.
"Qin Aiqing, who thought of this method? I want to reward him heavily!"
Upon hearing that Qin Fang said that his six-year-old son came up with it, Emperor Wen immediately wondered whether this guy bought the formula to make his son famous.
It wasn't until Qin Fang swore to the ancestors of the Qin family that Emperor Wen believed it and summoned Qin Hao. When he learned that Qin Hao came up with the idea of improving the salt-making process because of his desire for food, he was a little dumbfounded.
"Qin Aiqing's recipe will benefit the people, so he will be granted the title of Marquis of Guannei."
After all, Qin Hao was too young to be given an official position, and the title was not suitable, so the reward fell on Qin Fang.
Qin Fang himself did not expect that he would actually take advantage of his six-year-old son.
Emperor Wen saw that Qin Hao was handsome and upright, so he said: "Let your son come to the palace to be a companion."
