Chapter 067: Finally Doing It (4)
Early that morning, Gu Jialuo felt some heart palpitations when he got up, and he always felt that something was going to happen. Pen? Interesting? Pavilion wWw. ο½iqugeγ ο½ο½fo
"It's going to be fine,"
Xiao Shisan said with confidence on his face, "Your letter has already been delivered to Annan, and Lord Qi already knows about it. My men are already in place, and if there is any disturbance over there, my people will immediately move, and the first thing is to bring Lord Qi back to Wusa safely. β
However, as the saying goes, 'care is chaos', although Xiao Shisan's words were reasonable, they still couldn't appease Gu Jialuo, and she was restless all morning, lest there be something on Qi Jinzhi's side.
"Mr. Xiao and your subordinates, I know what they can do,"
Gu Jialuo's words were not compliments, Xiao Shisan's ability was strong, she saw it with her own eyes.
That day, she asked Xiao 13 to send a letter to Qi Jinzhi who was far away in Xin'an County, and it was already noon when she wrote the letter, according to her estimate, no matter how fast Xiao 13 was, it would take the evening to deliver the letter.
Qi Jinzhi received the letter, replied to the letter, and then asked Xiao Shisan to send the letter back in Xin'an's eyeliner, and the whole process took more than half a day, or even a day, to say the least.
But the next morning, before Gu Jialuo's breakfast was finished, she received a reply from Qi Jinzhi, stating that he already knew and was making corresponding preparations.
Gu Jialuo was surprised and delighted, but he also did not forget to check Qi Jinzhi's handwriting and the code that their young couple had agreed on in advance.
Speaking of ciphers, it is very simple, that is, consciously insert a few numbers in the letter, and these numbers represent a word.
For example, when Qi Jinzhi wrote a letter to Gu Jialuo, the combination of the numbers he embedded represented the word 'Jin'.
Gu Jialuo wrote a letter to Qi Jinzhi, and the inserted number represented the word 'Luo'.
This code is only known to their husband and wife, but it is more convenient than handwriting or something.
The reason why the alphabet or English is not used like the 'predecessor' is mainly to prevent the existence of other time-travelers or 'great creators' in this world.
The letter that Xiao 13 brought contained the number of the word 'sincerely', and Gu Jialuo had no reason to question its authenticity.
From this, she also saw with her own eyes the power of Xiao Shisan and others.
"But in case, I'm afraid of the uncle-"
Gu Jialuo pursed his lips and hesitated for a moment before he said slowly: "Mr. Xiao, don't forget, uncle, their opponent is a woman, and many times, when looking at the same thing, women and men think differently. β
Women are more fickle and more emotional, especially when women play politics, no matter how experienced a man is, he may not be able to guess her mind.
Perhaps, what is impossible in the minds of many politicians, women will feel normal.
With such a contest between the two sides, men who have been engaged in politics all their lives may be confused by a woman.
Xiao Shisan's pupils shrank, and he suddenly remembered the news he had just received.
Gu Jialuo's nerves were tense, and naturally he didn't let go of the subtle changes on Xiao Shisan's face.
Her heartstrings trembled, and she asked carefully, "What?" Could it be that something really happened over there? β
Xiao Shisan sorted out his thoughts and said slowly: "It's nothing, the birthday banquet is as usual, Ma Hanze and several thousands of households from the guard house have successfully left Xin'an County. Only Concubine Ning coldly invited the guests to visit the new mine. β
Could it be that Concubine Ning is as Grandma Gu guessed, and she doesn't play her cards according to common sense, and she may suddenly make a move when everyone is unprepared?
Gu Jialuo narrowed his eyes, and his fingers unconsciously rubbed gently, as if he was thinking, and as if he had encountered something difficult.
Xiao 13 inadvertently glanced at her small action, and couldn't help but jump out of the corner of his eyes, saying that whenever the master encountered something difficult, or when he was contemplating and thinking, he would twist his fingers.
Could it be ......
A thought flashed through Xiao Shisan's mind, but the thought was so terrifying that even he himself was startled.
But he still couldn't help but look at Gu Jialuo carefully.
Not to mention, Gu Jialuo doesn't look like his master, but his demeanor between his eyebrows is quite similar to his master.
If Gu Jialuo was raised by his master, this still makes sense, after all, subtly or something, it is normal for students to look like teachers.
But the problem is that as far as he knows, Gu Jialuo and his master have met several times, and each time they meet and get along for no more than an hour, no matter how strong the master's influence is, it is impossible to change Gu Jialuo's small actions in such a short period of time.
Xiao Shisanqiang suppressed the turbulent waves in his heart, continued to remain calm, but secretly made a decision, he must check it when he has time.
"New mines? Well, there is a jade mine in the palace of Annam, and it is normal to find a new mine...... A new mine was discovered, not to mention the search for people to mine, and the wealth of stuffy hair, but to invite guests to visit with such fanfare,"
Gu Jialuo didn't notice Xiao Shisan's abnormality, but muttered to himself.
Suddenly, her eyes lit up, she slapped the kang table suddenly, and exclaimed, "Mining? Damn, how did I forget about this stubble. β
Xiao Shisan came back to his senses and asked, "What did Grandma Gu think of?" β
Unconsciously, his attitude towards Gu Jialuo was a little more respectful. This respect came from within, and even he was unaware of it.
Gu Jia Luo was immersed in his own speculation, and he didn't notice a change in Xiao Shisan's attitude.
Bang bang bang, she pounded the kang table hard, and said excitedly: "Miner, it's a miner." Concubine Ning's previous performances were all 'showing weakness', letting everyone know that their palace had no dissent. Even the easiest birthday banquet was let go, wasn't it to numb everyone's vigilance? β
Xiao Shisan raised his eyebrows, he seemed to understand what Gu Jialuo meant. But he didn't interject without permission, but listened to her quietly.
Gu Jialuo didn't pause at all, and said quickly: "Then he 'generously' let go of General Ma and several thousand households who led the troops, which shows the openness and 'innocence' of the palace, so that those guests will not doubt the palace." When it comes time to visit some jade mines in the wild, they won't worry too much, and they won't bring too many guards with themβ"
Xiao 13 interjected at the right time, "According to the information I received, it seems that the palace did not travel with too many guards. "Thirty or forty people, barely able to protect the master of the palace, it is difficult to pose too much threat to twenty or thirty officials.
"Miners, don't forget, there are miners in the mines!"
Gu Jialuo reminded loudly and almost angrily, "There are several jade mines under the name of the royal palace, and it is bound to raise and recruit many miners. Slowly, if there are well-trained private soldiers hidden among these miners, even ordinary miners should not be underestimated. β
Mining is a manual job, which ordinary people can't do, and it requires young, strong men.
Moreover, if you are engaged in this kind of labor all year round, not to mention the physical strength of the miners, their temperament will not be too soft, especially those overseers, squad leaders, etc., who are even more fierce outlaws.
When such a group of people gathered, they are an armed force that cannot be underestimated.
"And the most important point, mining requires tools," Gu Jialuo's voice began to tremble, his eyes stared directly in the direction of Xin'an, and muttered: "The gunpowder that blows up the mountain rocks, the shovels, iron rods, hammers, and hoes that dig the ore-"
These tools can chisel and smash even solid stones, not to mention fragile flesh and blood.
"Hiss~~" Xiao Shisan gasped, stood up suddenly, and looked at Gu Jialuo fixedly, "Won't it?" Concubine Ning really, really dare to do this? β
He said 'no' in his mouth, and he already believed seven or eight points in his heart.
As long as you think about it according to Gu Jialuo's line of thought, and then review Concubine Ning's words and deeds, you will feel that Gu Jialuo's guess is very reasonable.
Miners, untouchables in the eyes of nobles, as long as they are used properly, will become an unstoppable army!
"Dare? What would she not dare? β
Ninety-nine steps have been taken, and Concubine Ning is still the last step?
Gu Jialuo closed her eyes, forced herself to calm down, exhaled a few times, and when she opened her eyes again, she really lost her excitement and worry.
"Mr. Xiao, I'm going to Xin'an!"
Gu Jialuo looked at Xiao Shisan's eyes and said word by word.
"No, it's too dangerous there, and didn't Lord Qi explain before leaving? You don't want to go against Lord Qi's wishes, do you?! β
Xiao Shisan's expression changed, and he refused to call it a crisp and sharp one.
Gu Jialuo didn't say anything, only repeated the five words: "I'm going to Xin'an!" β
There was a resoluteness in her tone that could not be denied. As if to state a fact, rather than asking for advice.
If it was before today, Xiao 13 would definitely not agree, the order given to him by his master was to protect Gu Jialuo and obey her orders. All he had to do was make sure that Gujaro was not harmed in any way.
But just now he guessed an incredible 'truth', and he couldn't help but feel a little more jealous and awe of Gu Jialuo in his heart, and he didn't dare to be too blunt and contemptuous of Gu Jialuo.
The Adam's apple rolled up and down a few times, and Xiao Shisan still responded with difficulty: "Small, I'll arrange it." β
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But it is said that hundreds of miles away in Xin'an, early in the morning, the whistle of the overseer and the sound of the miners tinkling and working in the mine sounded.
Dozens of pampered guests were woken up by the noise, opened their eyes, and looked at the humble tent before remembering where they were.
After getting up, changing clothes, and hastily washing, everyone walked out of the wooden house where they lived last night and walked towards the courtyard where Xiao Rugui and Concubine Ning lived.
Concubine Ning's mother and son had already gotten up, Xiao Rugui had a lot of fun, and after a few mouthfuls of food in a hurry, he led a group of dogs to hunt in the mountains.
However, Concubine Ning was quite conscious of the master, urged the cook to cook the meal, and instructed the stewards to greet the distinguished guests.
After everyone gathered, they sat around a dozen square tables according to their grades and had breakfast quietly.
The stewards got the order of Concubine Ning, and they were very attentive to the tea and fruit used by everyone before leading them into the mine.
The so-called 'new mines' are not too new, and in the rolling mountains, several large pits have been dug and tunnels and passages have been dug.
Hundreds of miners have been working here for more than a month, and dozens of finest jadeite rough stones have been piled up in the temporary warehouse.
Some only opened a window, revealing a moist, green imperial glass species.
Some are polished out of the whole piece of jadeite, green, red, blue, purple and other colors, crystal clear, without impurities, all of which are the most perfect masterpieces of God.
And the visit that the palace is talking about is to watch these semi-finished products and finished products.
After all, the mines, caves, etc., are either dusty or rubble splashed everywhere, and if they enter, won't they stain the robes and shoes of the noble guests?!
Of course, after everyone has chosen the 'baby' they are satisfied with, the steward can take everyone around the perimeter of the mine to see for themselves what a real jade mine (or the periphery, to be exact) looks like.
"Wow, what a beautiful jade, it's actually three colors."
Ah Zhuo's small mouth opened into a diamond shape, and a pair of novel eyes were almost attached to the shelf where the jade was placed, and the little hands wanted to touch but didn't dare to touch them, not to mention how cute it was.
A touch of imperceptible disdain flashed in the steward's eyes, but he said diligently, "Miss Zhan Er has good eyesight, this jadeite has three colors: green, red and purple, the water head is good, the color is positive, and it is the best Fulushou jade." Whether it is made into a bracelet or an ornament, it is excellent. β
As he spoke, he winked at the people around him.
The people around him quickly took a brocade box, and the steward personally took the three-color jade and put it in the brocade box, and then held the box in front of Ah Zhuo.
Zhuo was pleasantly surprised, but hesitated and didn't stretch out his hand.
The steward smiled and said: "Everything pays attention to a fate, there are hundreds of rough stones in the warehouse, and Miss Zhan Er only takes a fancy to this one, which is obviously related to this stone." The sword is given to the hero, and Miss Zhan Er is not disliked. β
"Uh, this, this isn't good, this thing looks quite valuable, I'll just take it, isn't there some-" Ah Zhuo wiped his hands vigorously on his skirt, and said a little helplessly.
The steward hurriedly said: "On the birthday of the concubine, Master Zhan and the second lady worked tirelessly to congratulate her birthday, and presented a well-prepared birthday gift. Our palace doesn't have anything to do, only this idea stone can be considered to be on the table, if Miss Zhan Er doesn't give up, please accept it, it's a little bit of our palace and the concubine's heart. β
People have talked about it, and if they don't accept it, it will be hypocritical.
Ah Zhuo is the most cheerful person, and when he heard this, he happily accepted the brocade box.
From time to time, such conversations took place in the storeroom, and almost all of the distinguished guests received a brocade box, which was of different sizes, depending on the size of the jade contained in the box.
Even Qi Jinzhi received a 'return gift' - a one-foot-long piece of jade, green and white, the white one was larger, and there was a brownish-purple spot the size of a thumb on the green end.
The steward around him once suggested that a craftsman could be asked to carve this piece of jade into the shape of a cabbage, and the brownish-purple spot was a natural insect.
Qi Jinzhi listened interestingly, so he accepted the jade.
Everyone got the treasure they wanted, and the steward led everyone to visit the mine.
Standing on the periphery from afar, watching the dust in the mine, a group of shirtless and strong men in shorts were working hard.
The officials resisted the urge to cover their noses and mouths, and looked at them for a while, and then hinted that it was time for the steward to leave.
However, the steward, who had behaved very cleverly all the way, did not comprehend the eyes of the distinguished guests for the first time, and instead of taking everyone out, he raised his legs and walked towards the mine.
Although everyone was dissatisfied, they thought of the priceless treasure they had just received, and endured their impatience and followed the steward into the mine.
Unbeknownst to them, the wooden fence behind them quietly closed, and a group of ragged miners with shovels, hammers and other objects silently surrounded them......
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