The ones who exclaimed were Liu Xin, Ma Yun and Diao Chan.
Jingzhou's papermaking technology is already quite mature, and the cost of paper is very low. Therefore, Jingzhou's yamen at all levels can use a large amount of paper instead of bamboo slips. However, Liu Xin implemented a strict technical blockade, and other places except Jingzhou could not make paper at all.
Because of its convenience and practicality, paper has attracted literati from all over the country. As the tide rises, its price in the market is naturally high. In the same way, the refining cost of white porcelain is also very low, but it is still in the trial production stage and is not even possible outside.
I saw one piece. Although what Cai Yan sent over was just some samples, in Wang Yun's eyes, the value of these exquisite porcelains could not be measured in gold.
Liu Xin and Ma Yun looked at each other, then looked at Diao Chan, and shook their heads together. If they were in their original era, Diao Chan would definitely become a star in acting, television, and singing, and she would be a very popular big name. Who could
I can't believe it's only worth one box of paper and one box of porcelain.
Diao Chan's heart was filled with mixed emotions. She was sold into Wang Yun's house since she was a child, and a price was put on her. That day Wang Yun proposed to recognize her as his adopted daughter, and she was a little flattered and secretly pleased with herself. Who knew?
She knew that she was just a commodity with a clearly marked price. She didn't know that Zhao Yun first took out only a box of paper. Later, when Wang Yun hesitated before displaying the porcelain, it felt more like bargaining.
inside.
Being sold around like a commodity, Diao Chan felt deeply ashamed. In fact, Bian Yu had felt this way before, and her price was more direct, which was one hundred taels of gold. But Liu Xin came out
After one hundred taels of gold, he gave her a free life, so she later married Liu Xin instead of being bought back by Liu Xin, so she has always been extremely grateful to Liu Xin.
Bian Yu could best understand how Diao Chan was feeling at this moment. She knew that Cai Yan was just saying it unintentionally and was worried about causing any unhappiness, so she quickly said: "Miss Diao Chan, in fact, it was Zhao Ji's intention to visit her elders. What she said just now is
It’s a joke, don’t take it seriously.”
Cai Yan also smiled and said: "Yes, sister is joking with you, don't take it seriously."
Diao Chan really didn't mean to blame Cai Yan. Cai Yan had taken good care of her in the past two days. She could feel that Cai Yan was completely sincere and there was no trace of hypocrisy. But she did feel a little uncomfortable now.
She has an indescribable feeling towards Wang Yun. Wang Yun has indeed raised her for more than ten years, but Diao Chan is really at a loss as to how he treats her in his heart.
At this moment, Zhu Qian walked in and said, "So everyone is here. I have already prepared dinner. Let's go and try my craft."
Liu Rui had already clapped her hands and shouted: "Let's go, it's been a long time since I've had food cooked by my mother."
Three days have passed, and Diao Chan still has not been able to attract Liu Xin's attention. What she is best at is pleasing men, but she suffers from no suitable opportunity to express herself. Liu Xin goes out early and comes back late every day, and Diao Chan can only do it during dinner at night.
Seeing him. Liu Xin's family now has more people, and the meal has been divided into two round tables. Diao Chan is sitting at the same table with Cai Jue, Qiao'er, Ling'er, and Xiu'er, and even if she and Liu Xin are from the ground
At the same table, you can't wink at Liu Xin in front of Ma Yun and Bian Yu.
Diao Chan's impression of Liu Xin in the past mainly came from Wang Yun's narration, and the bits and pieces of comments about Liu Xin she heard from the guests while hiding behind the screen. The evaluation of Liu Xin by the officials in the capital was mainly
It comes from three aspects. First, Liu Xin has been in contact with Zhang Rang for a long time and was classified as an eunuch by them. Second, the Hedong Wei family slandered Liu Xin. Third, Liu Xin resolutely resigned from the job Liu Hong gave him.
He was given the title of King of Xiangyang. Except for the third point, which earned him a few points, all others drew negative conclusions about him. In the past two years, Liu Xin tried his best to keep a low profile, but was ridiculed by the literati for being content with pleasure and not making progress.
However, Diao Chan now found that the evaluations of Liu Xin she had heard in the past seemed to be wrong. From the past three days alone, it seemed that Liu Xin was still very dedicated.
Liu Xin was indeed very dedicated. He left the Prefectural Mufu Mansion early in the morning. There was nothing he could do about it. Since it has been decided to use troops against Dong Zhuo next spring, many things must be prepared now. Recruiting new soldiers is crucial.
In order to prepare reserve soldiers, he would visit several recruitment sites every day to inspect them on-site. Then he would go to training centers and several military camps to see how new recruits and veterans were being trained. The institute was also a place he must go to every day, with a batch of new military
The equipment has begun mass production, and he also needs to understand the problems encountered during production. After running all the way, lunch was basically solved outside.
Returning to the Prefectural Mufu, Liu Xin inevitably had to look through various reports. Although most matters were handled by officials at all levels, all kinds of information had to be fed back to Liu Xin in the end. It was already winter, and it was related to next year.
Many decisions are also waiting for his decision.
After coming to the Eastern Han Dynasty for so many years, Liu Xin also read many classics. He found that the massive growth of the population began during the Wenjing Dynasty. Although it benefited from the implementation of the policy of rest and recuperation, the large-scale planting of wheat replaced millet.
, has become the main source of food, which is also an important reason. The ancient sayings "before the soldiers and horses are moved, food and grass go first" and "food is the first thing for the people" all illustrate the importance of food. Now he has recruited 100,000 new soldiers.
, agricultural production next year will definitely be affected.
Thinking of this, Liu Xin looked up at Jushou Tian Feng, who was sitting opposite, and said: "Two gentlemen, the spring plowing will begin next year. As long as the war is not severe, all the recruits will go to the fields to help with farm work. There is food in hand.
, Don’t panic, you can’t relax at any time when it comes to food.”
Tian Feng leaned forward and said, "You don't need your lord's orders. During the busy farming seasons in the past few years, the generals will also arrange for some soldiers to help in the fields. After continuous improvement over the years, the output of rice in the whole state has exceeded that of wheat. The busiest
It should be summer and autumn. If troops are deployed in spring, the impact will not be too big."
Liu Xin nodded and said: "I read the report and found that commercial taxes now account for half of the state's tax revenue. Once the war breaks out, business will be affected and tax revenue will drop significantly. You must be prepared. In the future, the province will
We need to save some space.”
Jushou also raised his hand and said: "Don't worry, my lord, the wealth accumulated in Jingzhou in recent years can support several major battles without any problem."
The two of them wished that Liu Xin would break into Luoyang and sit on the throne of the emperor right now, so they naturally spared no effort to help Liu Xin dispel his worries.
Liu Xin put down the report in her hand and asked casually: "What is Zhu Ying doing recently?"
After Zhu Ying poisoned Liu Xin, Zhu Ding also interrogated him. Zhu Ying's answer was that Liu Xin stole his limelight. Liu Xin did not believe this was the real reason. After all, Liu Xin stole the limelight.
He was not the only one. Zhu Ding had been appointed as the prefect by Liu Xin and implemented the policy of using barbarians to control barbarians. Liu Xin also asked Zhu Ding to take Zhu Ying back, but Zhu Ding firmly refused and must let him go.
His son has been held hostage in Xiangyang for three years. Liu Xin plans to go out in person next year. Without him to sit in the rear, he must try to eliminate all unstable factors.
But Jushou laughed and said: "Back to my lord, my subordinates always send people to pay attention to his every move. Recently, Zhu Ying often goes around looking for flowers and willows with a group of young men in Xiangyang City, and he has also learned to walk birds."
Liu Xin frowned. If Zhu Ying acted like this, wouldn't he become a playboy? After thinking about it, he said, "Go and tell him to be more peaceful and not to cause trouble outside."
At this time, the soldiers outside the door came to report that Zhang Ren, Lei Tong, and Wu Lan asked to see them.
Liu Xin glanced at the three of them and asked, "Do you know what I am doing?"
Zhang Ren and the other three people all shook their heads: "I don't know."
Liu Xin casually waved the report on her hand and said, "I'm settling the accounts."
"Settling accounts?" Zhang and Ren looked at each other in confusion, not knowing why.
Liu Xin did not explain, but said in a deep voice: "Are you satisfied with where you live now?"
Zhang Ren and others nodded together and said: "I am very satisfied. It is better than our original residence in Bajun."
Liu Xin pointed at their feet and said: "You know, every inch of land in Xiangyang City is very valuable. Each of the houses you three live in is worth at least 10 million yuan, and the annual rent is not even that."
Less than 500,000 yuan. Also, you have taken your family to the streets to buy a lot of things these days. Do you know where the money came from?"
Zhang Ren and the others were shocked when they heard that the house was so expensive, because when they were shopping on the street these days, they felt that the prices in Xiangyang were not high. When Liu Xin asked them where the money came from, they had to bite the bullet and said:
"The money was given by Mr. Ju."
Liu Xin shook her head and said: "That is not given to you for free, but it is temporarily lent to you and has to be repaid. You are all gentlemen and you will not default on your debt?"
Zhang and Ren's expressions changed greatly after hearing this. Although the prices were not high, they could not stop buying a lot of things. All their property was confiscated by Liu Xin, and they were imprisoned for three months before being released and given to them.
Although the arranged house was nice, it was empty inside. Everything from furniture to daily necessities did not cost money. When I bought it, I didn’t know that the money was just lent to them. If I had known, they would have saved some money.
Liu Xin didn't wait for their answer and continued: "I just made a rough estimate. Each of you owes me at least 1.5 million for the rent of the house plus the cost of purchasing items. Let's forget the small change. Do you want this money?"
Not only that, but you also have a big family to support. Tell me, what are you going to do?"
Sweat is already pouring from the heads of Zhang Ren and others. If these money were put in the past, Lei Tong and Wu Lan might still have some difficulties, but it is definitely not a problem for Zhang Ren. But now they all have nothing.
Today they came to see Liu Xin. Firstly, they wanted to express their gratitude to him, and secondly, they wanted to ask him to arrange a position so that they could support their family. Who knew that Liu Xin had settled an account with them first. Zhang Ren said in a low voice: "I want to
No, we don’t live in these houses anymore, those things..."
Liu Xin interrupted him and said: "If you don't live in these houses, how about you live on the street? Even if you can live on the street, your old mother, wife and children will live on the street with you? Forget it, just treat me as a faggot.
Be kindhearted, just be a wage earner first, work for me, and pay off your debt slowly."
"Part-time job?!" Zhang and Ren, the three of them, all looked confused.