After the reform of Caoyun, millions of stone grain have been transported into Chang'an, and a lot of freight has been saved.

Coupled with the gradual and stable income generation of wool spinning, sugar, steel, etc., His Majesty Li Er's life is getting better and better. What to conquer Gaochang, what to rebuild Daming Palace, speak quite confidently.

After sighing happily for a moment, His Majesty Li Er got up and left the palace and went to Jinyang Palace to see his beloved daughter and son-in-law.

The new drama "The Legend of Li Wa" was staged, and the son and Xincheng found an excuse to go to Sister A's house to live for a few days, and just came back last night, which made His Majesty Li Er, a favorite girl, miss it very much.

Before arriving at Jinyang Palace, I heard the music and drums inside. The melody and rhythm were very familiar, and His Majesty Li Er couldn't help but smile.

This is Xu Qilin's demon again, teaching Xiao Zhao, and teaching his son and Xincheng. The little princess danced with the palace maid, and the picture was simply amazing.

The name is beautiful: exercise. His Majesty Li Er has seen it twice and thinks it's really like that. As long as you don't leave the palace, the princess can jump if she likes, and it's not a big deal anyway.

When I entered the palace gate, I saw several palace maids dancing very energetically. Under the teaching of the little princess, they have become very proficient in dancing.

Ghost step dance, there are many people and neat to look good.

The son and Xincheng were thickly dressed, and they looked elated outside the temple gate, giggling and giggling.

Seeing His Majesty Li Er, the palace people hurriedly stopped dancing and stopping the music and paid a visit to Shi Li. The two little princesses ran to the ground with a smile, pulling their hands and sleeves, and shouting one by one, and His Majesty Li Er laughed so much that his face was wrinkled.

One on the left, one on the right, His Majesty Li Er was led into the hall by his beloved daughter, sat down for tea, and chatted casually.

"Have you a good time at Liz?" His Majesty Li Er hugged Xincheng to his lap and asked with a smile: "I went to watch the play again, and I went to sit on the plow with Xiao Zhao, you two are busier than your father these days!" ”

Xincheng grinned, smiled, and said: "I originally wanted to play for two more days, but I missed my father again, so I went back to the palace." ”

Hehe, His Majesty Li Er is very relieved, even the youngest daughter is so sensible.

The son brought a cup of tea to his father, which seemed to be a little hot, and took off his thick coat, revealing the fine cotton underwear inside, and wearing a red satin cotton horse clip, all of which were produced by the Ganzhou weaving workshop, which was both comfortable and warm.

Well, and that quilt. His Majesty Li Er glanced at it, and the satin quilt in the cotton was on the bed, it was really comfortable to cover, and the habit of getting up early was almost ruined by lying in bed.

After the winter, the cotton products from Ganzhou were transported to the capital. Fine cotton underwear, quilt covers, cotton shoulders and other materials were tried first, and then the money was collected, and they soon conquered the powerful bureaucrats.

It's not bad for money, as long as it's comfortable and warm to wear and cover, who doesn't like it? Moreover, this price is also worthy of identity, and there is no talent to fall!

Needless to say, even His Majesty Li Er thinks it's good. Fine cotton underwear is worn on the body, which is not as rough as linen, nor as cold and slippery as silk, but it is comfortable.

The soft and warm quilt nest is simply an irresistible temptation in winter, and it is not a little better than a blanket.

There is already a fire kang, and if it is too hot, it is underwear and vest, which looks so clean and neat.

His Majesty Li Er only then understood why Xu Qilin had never forgotten, cotton is really a good thing, and Dayingku has a big entry now, which is more promising than wool spinning.

In addition, if planting is promoted, it will bring great changes to the lives of ordinary people. The reputation of the people, His Majesty Li Er still cares about it very much.

The son felt comfortable on his body, and picked up the yak jerky with a smile and sent it to his father's mouth, "Father, eat jerky, the more you chew, the more fragrant it is." ”

Xincheng blinked, and also picked up snacks from the coffee table to feed his father, "Father, eat raisins." ”

His Majesty Li Er's beauty is beautiful, the filial piety of his beloved daughter, he does not refuse to come, nods and praises while eating, and says: "Ganzhou specialty, it tastes good." ”

"Yes, it's all sent by my uncle." Xincheng said: "My uncle also wrote a letter saying that he sent dozens of heads, what, what kind of koji sheep, and you can eat mutton during the New Year, but it is delicious." ”

"It's the Ora sheep of the Maqu grassland." The son said: "There are hundreds of catties on each head, and the meat is delicious." ”

"Yes, yes, it's Ora sheep." Xincheng nodded his little head again and again.

His Majesty Li Er rolled his eyes and said in his heart: This stinky boy can grasp the weakness of the princess, it is either delicious or fun. Listen, this uncle screams so well.

The son sat next to His Majesty Li Er, took his arm and said, "The new play is very good, please invite them to the Royal Theater to perform twice!" ”

His Majesty Li Er pondered for a moment and said, "It's almost the New Year, it's okay to invite the troupe to have a lively time." ”

The son and Xincheng both laughed, and now they were able to go out of the palace and relax.

"Is Liz's body good?" His Majesty Li Er asked, "She has a qi illness and needs to recuperate." You two, it's not good to get old and let her play with you. ”

The son said: "Sister is in good health according to the prescription given by my uncle, and my body is very good now!" Besides, Xincheng and I don't need her to accompany her, and we don't let her get tired. ”

Well, sisterhood is deep, what a sensible child. His Majesty Li Er was very pleased, and reached out to pat his daughter's little shoulder.

Xincheng ate raisins and said, "At Xiaozhao's house, we still grind tofu, which is tender and delicious." ”

"I heard that tofu has also become popular in the capital recently." His Majesty Li Er said: "There are also soy milk, fruits, tofu brains, and Hu cakes, which seem to have been poured into a standard breakfast." ”

"We've all eaten it." Xincheng grinned and said, "But I prefer to eat bean curd, and it's best to eat sugar with sugar." ”

The son said: "There are a lot of them sold in the market now, and almost all the original Hu Cake Shops have tofu brains. The way to eat from Ganzhou is the most authentic made with soybeans from Ganzhou. ”

His Majesty Li Er nodded and said, "This is Qi Lin's idea again, soybeans are not the same." What's so special about Ganzhou? ”

"But the store said that they used Ganzhou soybeans at home!" The son-in-law defended his uncle: "It should be different, or you will admit it anyway!" ”

His Majesty Li Er smiled, but he didn't argue with his daughter, he just knew what was going on.

Actually, His Majesty Li Er knows more than that.

Because of Ganzhou, there are really a lot of changes in Chang'an City. Breakfast is just one of them. Just like the current barbecue, if you don't put Ganzhou cumin, it will definitely be considered inauthentic and not authentic.

The bigger change was that the supply of slaves exceeded the demand, and many powerful and wealthy people were buying slaves and maids, especially strong male laborers, and the price more than doubled.

The reason is simple, the cotton is harvested, and the huge profits are presented to people. And those that can be planted on a large scale and are not restricted by the imperial court decree are only the three states of Gan, Su and Liang.

When Xu Qilin took office, he introduced various policies of renting and buying land, which are not only still effective, but also extended to Suzhou and Liangzhou.

Although for the elite and bureaucracy, land cannot be bought and sold freely, and the land can be rented to grow cotton, which is still a big entry. If you don't have so much labor at home, the domestic servants and slaves can make up the number, and then you can beat the slaves, which is the idea of the untouchables.

There are even more greedy people who want to grow and harvest themselves! Although Dayingku has mastered cotton spinning technology, Xu Qilin has already revealed that he can transfer technology, as long as he pays patent fees.

Of course, there will definitely be corresponding regulations for this kind of patent fee. For example, a few spinning machines, how many yarns, at least it is also a workshop. As for the textile production of individual households, it is naturally not included.

His Majesty Li Er is also happy to see this, and he can speed up the development and construction of the three prefectures of Gansu, Suzhou, and Liang, which will be beneficial to the imperial court without harm.

Now there is no need for a hard order, and some people go to Sanzhou to plant and produce, and the enthusiasm is still very high, isn't it a good thing?

In the past nearly a year, tens of thousands of officials and slaves have been relocated to Ganzhou, and their support for Xu Qilin has spared no effort.

For moving to Hexi, the official slaves are still eager to get rid of the status of slaves and maids, and the "city registration" that can prove that they are free.

Now it is not only the elites and bureaucrats who are eyeing the benefits of cotton farming, but many Hu people also see the benefits. In addition to the profitability of planting, the policy of naturalization is also attractive.

Green card, becoming a Tang person is the dream dream of many Hu people.

His Majesty Li Er knew about these circumstances, and on the premise of acquiescence and even support, he also remembered what Xu Qilin had said about the so-called "nationality".

At that time, His Majesty Li Er didn't take it seriously, or he was a little resistant to giving Hu Ren a boost in status. Although Xu Qilin was given an opening in the development and construction of Ganzhou, he did not expect such a great effect.

If the preferential policies for Ganzhou are transferred to other places, or even implemented throughout the country, what will be the impact?

For example, as a soldier to fight for the Tang Dynasty; For example, investment and construction will contribute to the prosperity of Datang; For example, building bridges and paving roads for the benefit of the people......

At least in the short term, the benefits of a similar naturalization policy are obvious.

But His Majesty Li Er is still very cautious, always paying attention to the situation in Ganzhou, weighing the pros and cons.

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It's almost the New Year, and in Ganzhou, thousands of miles away, the preparations for this are no less than those in Chang'an.

In the first year of immigrating to settle down, Xu Qilin is ready to make it more lively and grand, so that the people of Ganzhou can have a carnival and release their passion.

The purpose of this is to give the people a sense of belonging and let more people see the prospect of Ganzhou's increasing prosperity.

Shops must be decorated with lights, and the doors of ordinary homes should at least be pasted with couplets and lanterns. For this reason, Xu Qilin also pulled money from the government treasury and issued some subsidies.

In addition to money, it is a thing. For the New Year, not to mention the year-end bonus or anything, each family will give out more than a dozen catties of meat, which is also a manifestation of the government's love for the people.

For the simple people, things are not about how much, but about the heart. What's more, the government distributes New Year's goods, which seems to be an unprecedented thing.

After handling official business, when Xu Qilin returned to the mansion, he saw Scarlett taking Adjani to role-play.

After coming to Ganzhou, in the house, Scarlett gradually became the boss, acting as the hostess and housekeeper. Xu Qilin is also happy to let go of his leisure and let Scarlett exercise and exercise, and live the addiction of managing people.

Years ago, it was a time for Scarlett to be busy. What to clean the courtyard, purchase New Year's goods, put up lanterns, etc., breathe and drink, so not majestic.

"Ah Lang, the New Year's goods list is almost complete." Scarlett came over to greet her, and handed the list to Xu Qilin for inspection.

Xu Qilin glanced at it casually, and said with a smile: "It's done very well, and you don't need to ask for instructions, just do it, don't worry." ”

Scarlett was complimented, and smiled and asked Adjani to follow the waiter, but she continued to direct her subordinates to arrange.

Xu Qilin didn't go back to the hall, he came directly to the study, opened it and received Wang Fangyi's letter before getting off work, and read it.

Although he temporarily signed the history of the Suzhou assassination, Xu Qilin still focused his work on Ganzhou, and most of Suzhou's affairs were handed over to Wang Fangyi and several officials transferred from Ganzhou.

As in the early days of Ganzhou's business, Wang Fangyi and all the officials have considerable experience, growing grain and cotton is fundamental, and building houses is the heart of stable immigrants.

In the letter, the things Wang Fangyi said were not important. Work report, that's what it's all about.

The transportation of grain to Shifeng and Shiyi came to an end temporarily, and the people who transported grain returned home for the New Year; Other work has basically stopped, but most of it has been completed, and it is not too late to be busy after the first month.

Wang Fangyi also said that he would be in Suzhou during the Chinese New Year, and the meat and grain transferred by Xu Qilin had arrived, as well as other trivial matters.

Xu Qilin put down the letter, thought for a while, and picked up the pen to write a reply.

"Ah Lang, there is a guest asking to see you." Adjani came in to report, "It's from Chang'an." ”

Xu Qilin took the famous thorn and looked at it, felt a little surprised, sighed slightly, and said, "Please invite the guests to the hall, and go over immediately." ”

It's almost the New Year, thousands of miles away, Feng Zhidai actually came, how could it not make Xu Qilin feel strange and confused.

There must be something, but it's not your own, it's related to the Feng family.

Xu Qilin walked towards the hall while pondering Feng Zhidai's intentions.

Before he could figure it out, Feng Zhidai, who was at the door of the hall, took two steps forward and greeted him with a smile on his face.

"Haha, a foreign acquaintance, a certain surprise!" Xu Qilin greeted each other with a very close attitude.

This is not all true, but Xu Qilin is still full of joy when he sees an acquaintance in Chang'an. I just don't know what Feng Zhidai meant, and I am a little apprehensive.

The two entered the hall, sat down, drank tea, and chatted.

What Ganzhou's customs and anecdotes, what Chang'an's anecdotes, there are many topics, and the conversation is also very hot.

Feng Zhidai didn't get to the point, and Xu Qilin didn't ask. only asked his subordinates to arrange a place for Feng Zhidai in the mansion, and then set up a banquet to wash the dust for Feng Zhidai.

Some things are convenient to talk about at the wine table, wine is a lubricant, Xu Qilin thinks so.

There was not much time, and the wine and food were served, although it was not very rich, but it was enough for two people.

"Hehe, the wine of the Xu family can also be drunk in this Ganzhou." Feng Zhidai saluted Xu Qilin, and said with emotion: "Qi Lin has done a good job in Ganzhou, and he has a history of assassination in Ganzhou and Suzhou, which is enviable. ”

Xu Qilin waved his hand and said: "How can the bitter cold land be compared to the distance in Chang'an, let alone the prosperity of the south of the Yangtze River." ”

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