Chapter 524 Dingjuan re-enters the Jia Mansion
All kinds of thoughts were swirling in Feng Ziying's mind.
He had known for a long time that when he returned from this trip, he would probably be unable to extricate himself from the pond of the Great Zhou Chaotang. Of course, he might not be able to pull out if he wanted to. Everyone would be in it, but how to find a better position? It depends on personal ability.
The carriage arrived at the entrance of Ningrong Street. Through the cracks in the curtains, I saw Ni Er, who was wearing an indigo cotton robe and a tan satin vest, looking around. He ordered the carriage to stop, opened the curtain and asked, "Ni Er, are you here?" What are you doing here?"
"Ni Er has met Uncle Feng. He heard from Li Shi'er earlier that Uncle Feng was coming to the house today, so he was waiting in front of the street..." Ni Er said with a smile on his face, "I also came yesterday. I was passing the house, but seeing the crowd of people delivering messages at the door, I didn’t dare to disturb him. I also knew that the uncle was busy with big things during this period, so I took advantage of this moment to say hello to the uncle..."
Feng Ziying laughed dumbly. This guy was obviously looking for something to do with her, but he was also smart. He probably didn't have time to go to the Grand View Tower in the near future, so he might as well stay here to guard himself.
“Well, I’m afraid I don’t have much time these days. If I have something to say, I just want to talk about it...” Feng Ziying didn’t think of anything that could happen to the other party for a moment.
"Hey, uncle, nobles tend to forget things. Years ago, you ordered me to explore the cesspools in this city. In the past few months, I and my brothers have basically figured out the situation in the west city and north city. In the south city There are some obstacles over there, but it’s not a big problem. Dongcheng hasn’t had time yet and just wants to ask the uncle first. This matter is almost done. Chief Yang is also a cheerful person and clearly told me that now It depends on the Ministry of Industry and the cooperation from the Shuntian Prefecture to get this thing done..."
Feng Ziying then remembered what she had arranged before going to Jiangnan.
Previously, he and Wang Yongguang, the left minister of the Ministry of Industry, who was the former mountain chief of Chongzheng Academy, mentioned that the capital city was full of filth and the public toilets were seriously insufficient. This not only damaged the image of the Zhou court, but also easily caused epidemics in the event of heavy rains and waterlogging. It is popular and I suggest that the Ministry of Industry consider this matter.
Wang Yongguang agreed, but he also mentioned that the Ministry of Industry's annual expenditures are fixed, and the Ministry of Household's current situation is tight, so it is difficult to agree, so Feng Ziying took the opportunity to talk to Cui Jingrong.
Cui Jingrong naturally knew that the capital was flooded in the past few years. If the measures listed in Feng Ziying and Qingtan Academy's "Epidemic Prevention Preparations" had not been compulsorily implemented in the capital city, there would have been a major epidemic that year. Cui Jingrong was also very worried. Agreed, and agreed to suggest it to Zheng Jizhi after returning from Jiangnan.
I didn't expect that the Ministry of Industry would involve Shuntian Mansion again, but think about it, how could the Ministry of Industry take all this matter on itself? Even if it made an agreement with the Ministry of Household Affairs, the specific implementation would have to be smooth. Tianfu and the Ministry of Industry came to join forces, probably because they thought this was a thankless job.
"Well, I understand." Feng Ziying nodded, "You continue to think about this matter, and I will give you an answer as soon as possible. By then, you will have to select enough people for this business. If it is a big capital, Every city and town is involved, and there aren’t enough people available, so I’m afraid it won’t be possible.”
Ni Er was overjoyed and bowed repeatedly: "Don't worry, sir. I have nothing but people. I will definitely choose carefully and live up to my expectations."
Feng Ziying laughed. It seemed that Ni Er was very serious about bleaching. He wanted to find a regular job, but running a cesspool could be considered a "right job".
Of course, it is estimated that there will inevitably be a lot of troubles caused by this business in the future, but in this great Zhou Dynasty, how can such a large business not have some troubles?
Even if you follow the orders of the imperial court and set up a bank in the sea, wouldn't something happen?
Nodding, Feng Ziying was about to lower the curtain, but Ni Er took another step forward and said with a smile on his face: "The uncle has just come back. In winter, a lot of game is sent from the mountains, and the young ones are sent to the two aunts over in Maxiang Hutong. It's over there. If you have time, you can go and try it."
Try something new? Feng Ziying glanced at Ni Er. Could it be that this guy also learned to be a woman?
You actually know how to let yourself go to Ma Xiang Hutong to try new things?
I just don’t know what this early adopter is?
Feng Ziying's thoughts were surging for a while.
When the carriage arrived at the gate of Rongguo Mansion, Jia Baoyu was already waiting at the corner gate.
Looking at the handsome and flying appearance of the other party, Feng Ziying estimated that Jia Yuanchun's appointment as a virtuous concubine seemed to have given the Jia family a lot of confidence.
However, Feng Ziying has not yet fully understood why Emperor Yonglong wanted to accept Jia Yuanchun as his concubine. You must know that Jia Yuanchun is the female history of the concubine, and she was specially summoned to Renshou Palace by the concubine. She does not know why she was suddenly taken by Yonglong. Dina became a concubine.
Feng Ziying still couldn't understand what was weird here, but he could roughly guess that it must have something to do with the martial arts group represented by Jia Yuanchun, and also with the concubine's role as a bridge between the Supreme Emperor and Yonglong Emperor. The effect is related.
Feng Ziying believes that neither the Supreme Emperor nor the martial arts group are so naive, but at least this can be regarded as a gesture to show that both parties are willing to live in harmony.
But from another point of view, it is not a tactic to delay the war. This is true for Emperor Yonglong, this is true for the martial arts group, and it may even be true for the Supreme Emperor and even Prince Yizhong.
If it is really the last one, then the Jia family may be self-defeating and get burned.
“Brother Feng.”
"Baoyu." Facing the round face full of sunshine and brilliance, Feng Ziying smiled and nodded: "My brother, why are you so polite? I have a good brother."
"Brother Feng is not as good as before. Everyone in the house is talking about Brother Feng these days." Jia Baoyu said with a smile: "Brother Zhen came to the house the day before yesterday to talk about Brother Feng with the master. Brother Zhen also said that since this To open the sea, I wonder if Tianjin Wei will also open the sea in the future. They say that they have a village in Jinjiayao next to the Acropolis, and there are also several shops in the Acropolis. If this Tianjin Wei If we can open the sea in the future, then this village and the shop cannot be sold. Maybe we can buy it at a good price in a few years."
Feng Ziying was also surprised. She didn't expect that Jia Zhen could actually think of Tianjin Wei Kaihai, and further figured out that his Zhuangzi shop could increase the price. It seemed that this guy was not so stupid and incompetent.
“Oh, Brother Zhen also has a Zhuangzi shop over there in Tianjin Wei?” Feng Ziying asked casually.
"Well, it was a reward from the imperial court in the early years, but the Tianjin Acropolis is also prosperous. Our house originally had Zhuangzi there, but it was sold more than ten years ago. Originally, the Dongfu side said it would also sell it, but that At that time, I said that Uncle Jing didn't agree, so I didn't sell it." Jia Baoyu didn't think it was anything.
"Then it's best not to sell it. Although it's not yet possible to open the sea to Tianjin Wei, it will probably open to sea in the future. Moreover, Tianjin Wei is right at the throat of the capital city, and all kinds of people and goods coming from the south and the north are here. After passing here, if the sea is opened, cargo customers from Liaodong and even North Korea and Japan in the future can enter the capital city via Tianjin Wei."
What Feng Ziying said is true. Once Tianjin Wei opens to the sea, its prosperity will definitely rise to the next level. Whether it is Zhuangzi or good shops, the prices will rise a lot.
The two people chatted and entered the house accompanied by a group of servants.
"Brother Feng had better go to see the elder and the master. The wife will be with the ancestors later, so she will meet them too." Baoyu sighed, "It's a pity that Sister Lin didn't come back."
Could it be that this guy is still thinking about Girl Lin? Feng Ziying shook her head subconsciously.
Feng Ziying is also considering the matter of her engagement to Lin Daiyu. She must not keep it a secret. She will have to show it off with her mother, and may even have to "contest" it. Her mother will definitely not agree easily.
However, before leaving, Lin Ruhai also made it known to herself that Lin Yatou actually had a concubine sister. If possible, she probably wanted to have Lin Yatou, the concubine sister, as a dowry, which would be much safer. It can also reassure both the Feng family and the Lin family.
This is something Feng Ziying has never heard of.
It is said that the elder sister Lin Yatou was born to Lin Ruhai when she was young and a singer from Jiaofangsi. The singer became a monk and lived with her in a Buddhist temple with her daughter.
Lin Ruhai has been living in the temple for so many years, and Lin Ruhai has visited many times. The girl also knows that Lin Ruhai is her biological father.
But now this girl has come to the capital city. Wang Wenyan also said that he is still looking for her. There was no news from the capital city when he returned to the capital, so he probably hasn't found her yet.
Feng Ziying thought it was ridiculous at first. How could such a thing be possible? Even Miss Lin might not be able to agree.
But unexpectedly, Lin Ruhai was very determined and told Feng Ziying not to worry. He would be responsible for Lin Yatou's side.
Feng Ziying did not respond to the other party's request, but he had to admit that this arrangement was very attractive.
Concubines are different from concubines. The children they bear can be regarded as legitimate children if the legitimate wife has no children, just like the situation where Feng Ziying is not the daughter of the elder Duan but the younger Duan, and the elder Duan has no offspring. Under the circumstances, Feng Ziying can also be regarded as the legitimate son of the Feng family, but if Feng Ziying is born from the Su family or the Xie family, it will be troublesome. Unless there are no other wives or concubines, it is possible to be regarded as the legitimate son as the sole heir.
Because of this, Feng Ziying knew that if the Lin family really proposed this point, her mother would have no reason to refuse.
I don’t know if the people arranged by Wang Wenyan to find Lin Yatou’s sister in the capital city have found her?
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