His Majesty Li Er picked up a small spoon, tried to scoop up a little sugar, and put it in his mouth. Sweet and full of mouth, it quickly turns into sugar water, without any impurities.

The color is white, the quality is good, and it is better than the imported geranium sugar!

A hearty smile appeared on His Majesty Li Er's face, and he reached out to take Xu Qilin's letter and opened it to take a look.

In the letter, Xu Qilin first mentioned the matter of opening up sales, and just like Wen Ren said just now, in the name of reward, the white sugar was known to the ministers in Beijing.

This is a gesture for His Majesty Li Er, Xu Qilin knew that he would not refuse, and specially asked His Majesty Li Er to draw up a list of which ministers to reward first to show his favor.

It's just that Xu Qilin made a small suggestion in the letter, hoping that His Majesty Li Er can put Feng Zhidai first.

Feng Zhidai is also the son of Feng An, the king of Lingnan. The main production area of sugarcane and cane sugar is Lingnan, and His Majesty Li Er immediately guessed most of the deep meaning.

Sure enough, the next step was Xu Qilin's plan to promote white sugar and rock sugar to the national market.

According to the administrative division of Datang, Xu Qilin intends to publicly select agents in ten provinces, including Guannei Road, Henan Road, Hedong Road, Hebei Road, Shannan Road, Longyou Road, and Huainan Road. In addition to these ten provinces, there are also prefectures established in the border areas.

In order to purchase raw materials and distribute them to various places, Xu Qilin proposed to establish a large surplus warehouse branch in Luoyang, so as to rely on the convenience of Caolu.

In addition to the distribution system, Xu Qilin once again proposed the promulgation and implementation of the patent law, and elaborated on the necessity of it.

Confidentiality can be done for a while, but it is difficult to guarantee that it will not leak out after a long time. At that time, sugar will no longer be the exclusive commodity of Dayingku, and the benefits will be diluted, and it will even be difficult to sustain under the competition.

If it had been before, His Majesty Li Er would have been unimpressed by this. But the big profit treasury is the royal private treasury, and the theft of the secret method of sugar production is tantamount to taking money out of his pocket.

His Majesty Li Er also knew in his heart that Xu Qilin tried his best to promote the implementation of the Patent Law, but also for his own consideration. The fragrance is a commodity that Xu Qilin tries his best to keep secrets and tries his best to ensure the monopoly.

Of course, Xu Qilin also made it clear in the letter. After repeated research and experiments, the invention that has been painstakingly made and used by others is not only a blow to the inventor, but also an act of getting something for nothing and being like a robber.

In the long run, who will still engage in invention and creation to promote social progress? Xu Qilin said that if the patent law is not implemented, he will be full of good things that benefit the country and the people, and he will not take it out if he is killed in the future.

His Majesty Li Er read this and was happy. This stinky boy, dare to threaten me?

can think about it again, Xu Qilin may really have something in his stomach. Don't say anything else, just this white sugar, I mentioned it inadvertently, and it was only less than a month before he came up with it. If you don't see it with your own eyes, it's unbelievable.

His Majesty Li Er was pondering, and the palace people came in to report, and before the words were finished, the little princess of Xincheng pulled Xu Hui into the main hall.

Xu Hui was as polite as a courtesy, but Xincheng just called "Father", then swept his eyes and went straight to the pile of large and small boxes with a smile.

His Majesty Li Er smiled heartily and said to Xu Hui: "Concubine Ai, go and see the gift sent by Qi Lin!" As he spoke, he also got up and walked, and said as he walked: "I also look at the freshness, see what a novelty and strange things." ”

Xincheng first came to a pile of boxes, and after a closer look, he found that the boxes were neatly bundled, and there were notes on them, and it was clear who they were given to.

"Ha, these are all sent to me by my uncle." Xincheng spread his hands and almost pounced on him and hugged him tightly.

His Majesty Li Er stepped forward and said with a smile: "Yes, it says on it, it's all for Xincheng." As he spoke, he asked strangely while ordering the palace people to untie them: "What about the son, aren't you with the concubine?" ”

Xu Hui was just about to answer, but Xincheng had already rushed to say: "Sister is busy writing letters to my uncle and Xiao Zhao, and I will come over in a while." ”

His Majesty Li Er was stunned for a moment, not too understanding. Xu Hui hurriedly sent the magpie a letter, and they already knew in advance that the things sent by Xu Qilin would arrive soon.

"Magpie messenger?!" His Majesty Li Er was still a little impressed, and asked, "But the two that Qi Lin brought with him last time?" ”

"Yes, their names are Xiaoqi and Xixi." Xincheng stared at the wooden box that was about to be opened, and replied without looking back.

"Your Royal Highness Princess, this box has the word assorted fudge written on it." The palace man held a wooden box and explained to the princess.

"I know, I know." Xincheng's little head nodded happily, reached out and opened the lid of the box, and then let out a cheer.

The box is lined with oiled paper and divided into several small compartments, which are yellow, red or orange gummies, and are coated with white sugar, which looks extremely attractive.

After hesitating for a moment, Xincheng may have made a difficult choice, but he still chose his favorite color, red sugar, and slowly put it in his mouth.

Xincheng first licked it with her tongue, it was sweet, she tried to bite it again, and the sweet and sour taste was mixed, and the fruity flavor she knew.

"Sure enough, it's soft sugar, and it's cherry-flavored." Xincheng's face was full of joy, chewing and tasting, but the little hand kept commanding, "Quick, quick, open the other boxes." ”

The palace man took another box with the words "Fruity Hard Candy" written on it. I opened it and saw it, and it was also in different colors, but it was not as beautiful as the gummies.

Next is the "toffee" box, a white sugar cube the size of a finger, and a little closer, the milky smell is tangy.

three kinds of sweet fruits, the same two boxes; But there are still a few boxes, which were also opened one by one by the anxious princess of Xincheng.

One of the boxes contained two toothbrushes, a jar of toothpaste, and a piece of paper, which not only explained how to use it, but also reminded the little princess to eat sugar in moderation and brush her teeth after eating. Otherwise, the teeth will be broken and it will be painful to sleep.

"Qi Lin is really careful." His Majesty Li Er praised with a smile, but his eyes were fixed on the last box, which clearly had the word "iron egg" written on it.

Iron eggs, what are you giving to your daughter, is it for play?

The princess of Xincheng also recognized those two words, and while letting the palace people open them, she muttered in wonder: "Iron eggs, eggs made of iron?" ”

When the box was opened, there were sixteen dark brown eggs in the grooves inside, which made everyone's eyes widen and wonder what the "iron eggs" were for.

Fortunately, there is an instruction manual in the box, which not only tells everyone that it is eaten, but also how to make it. It's just that everyone doesn't know that this is a copycat version of Taiwan's iron egg made by Xu Qilin. Because of the short production time, the eggs are dark brown instead of black.

"Eat?!" Xincheng doesn't matter what it's called, my uncle said that she could eat it, even if it was called a stone egg, she dared to eat it.

Pick it up and take a bite, the advantage of the short production time is reflected, it is not as hard as an authentic iron egg, but there is no problem with the taste, and it is also a little chewy, and it is not too laborious for children to eat.

"Delicious, delicious." Xincheng exclaimed vaguely, "I thought the iron egg was very hard, and I had to take my teeth out!" ”

His Majesty Li Er also smelled the fragrance of the braised egg, and couldn't help but pick one up, take a closer look, and try to take a bite.

Well, it's a little springy, it's really chewy, but the more you chew, the more fragrant it becomes, even the egg yolk tastes, and the mixed taste of various spices fills the mouth.

"How can an egg taste like that?" His Majesty Li Er didn't know whether to appreciate it, or felt that it was not worth it, and his expression was a little complicated, "Qi Lin's thoughts, it's really-"

Xu Hui pursed his lips and smiled, and deliberately said disapprehantly: "It's for Her Royal Highness the Princess, and you should put some thought into it." ”

His Majesty Li Er touched his little daughter's head, and he had to laugh.

After seeing his own gifts, and then seeing that Sister A has as much as himself, Xincheng was satisfied after eating two iron eggs in a row, and beckoned the palace people to take the boxes to his palace.

"Qi Lin seems to have sent more concubines than me." His Majesty Li Er estimated the number of boxes, and frowned as if he was a little surprised.

Xu Hui smiled faintly, and the people of the palace opened them one by one. Candy is there, Iron Egg is there, but it's half less than the princess. There are the same number of toothbrushes, but the style of toothbrushes is different, and the jar for toothpaste is also larger.

The rest of the boxes are shower gel and facial lotion, and the fragrance is naturally not less, mainly osmanthus scented.

And these are more than His Majesty Li Er, they are all for his daughter's family, and His Majesty Li Er has no complaints. You're a big man, and you don't make people laugh at these things.

"This toothbrush—" Xu Hui took out a toothbrush with a bone handle and looked at it carefully, imagined what it would look like when using it again, and said, "It's much more convenient and easy to use than willow branches." ”

Although His Majesty Li Er has not used it yet, looking at the material and production, and then using it in his brain, he also happily said: "That's true." The toothpaste smells good, too, and after using it, your breath is fresh and your tongue is fragrant. ”

Xu Hui smiled and said, "The tongue is fragrant, doesn't Your Majesty think it's a little weird?" ”

His Majesty Li Er smiled and said: "In the Han Dynasty, there was a thing with chicken tongue incense, and now the tongue is fragrant, what's so strange?" ”

Xincheng was anxious to go back and taste the many sweets, so he said goodbye to his father and Xu Hui, who had to remind the little princess to brush her teeth after eating candy.

"His Royal Highness Jinyang hasn't come over yet, so the concubine will bring back the things she gave her by the way!" Xu Hui is also about to retire, but he is still thinking about his little son.

"It's fine." After this relaxation, His Majesty Li Er's thinking became clearer, and he wanted to continue to read Xu Qilin's letter, so he didn't stay.

The hall was quiet, His Majesty Li Er sat back in the chair, picked up the letter and read it in one go, leaned back, his eyes seemed to be closed, and he fell into a long period of thought.

Although Da Yingku has not yet made huge profits, His Majesty Li Er also knows that this is the case in the initial stage, and the foundation must be laid and the operation must be rolled out.

Judging from the three projects of wool weaving, tea promotion, and refined sugar, the prospects are broad and bright, and it is only a matter of time before they make money.

If he just wanted to give Xu Qilin experience and test before, now he has undoubtedly got a satisfactory answer.

Over time, the operation of Dayingku will be profitable, whether it is the construction of the unfinished Daming Palace, or the long-term Luoyang Palace, it is no longer a fantasy.

Funded by the royal government, the construction of the project will be less frenzied by the ministers. With this goal in mind, His Majesty Li Er should also increase support and investment to realize his intention as soon as possible.

Let's let this stinky boy succeed once, His Majesty Li Er couldn't help laughing.

Patent laws can be promulgated and implemented to ensure the huge profits of monopolies; The exclusive right to sell white sugar and rock sugar in Guannai Province can also be given to Xu Qilin, which can be regarded as a reward for making white sugar.

The greatest benefit is still owned by the big Yingku, and His Majesty Li Er does not suffer a loss.

Besides, he likes Xu Qilin's way of doing things. Don't be sneaky in secret, just say what you want, it's not in vain, you always have to let you know that the gains outweigh the losses, and it's hard to agree or not.

Thinking about it, His Majesty Li Er wrote a reply, first listing the list of important ministers who rewarded sugar.

As he was thinking about writing, a sound of footsteps came from far and near, straight into the main hall. His Majesty Li Er didn't need to look up, and when he heard the familiar voice, he knew that it was his beloved daughter's little son.

Nothing is as important as loving his daughter, His Majesty Li Er immediately put down his pen and raised his head with a smile on his face.

"Father." The son had sugar in his mouth, screamed, and ran to His Majesty Li Er, obediently feeding sugar to his father's mouth.

His Majesty Li Er was so happy that his eyes were squeezed into a slit, he hugged his beloved daughter in his arms, and asked dotingly, "Is the letter finished?" Xiao Zhao misses you very much, you can invite her to play in Jiucheng Palace! ”

The son laughed twice and said, "Xiao Zhao misses me very much, and I miss her too." But her family's mountain villa is also very good, and she can travel freely, she may not be willing to come. ”

Freedom and freedom. His Majesty Li Er smiled bitterly, and he couldn't promise that his beloved daughter would be like this. Moreover, after the assassination of the capital society, he was even more worried.

"Father, the Qin Shenggong in Cuihua Mountain is not very far from the villa of the Xiao Zhao family!" The son naughtily pulled his father's beard, and said crisply: "Why don't you go there to escape the summer, it's close to the capital?" ”

His Majesty Li Er touched the little face of his beloved daughter and said, "The palace there is too narrow and has not been repaired for a long time, so it should be very dilapidated." Moreover, the climate of Cuihua Mountain is not as cool and pleasant as here. ”

The son blinked his eyes wide and said cutely, "Isn't it a pity that it's empty?" ”

It's a pity that there are so many places, there are so many royal palaces, aren't they all empty? What's more, it is still the palace when he was the king of Qin.

His Majesty Li Er laughed twice, looking at his beloved daughter's raised little face and rolling eyes, he suddenly felt that what his beloved daughter wanted to say was not so simple.

"What's your mind?" His Majesty Li Er put his beloved daughter's small hand in his big hand, gently stroked it, and asked with a smile.

"Hmm-" The son pretended to tilt his little head to think, which made His Majesty Li Er want to laugh. I guess I've thought about it a long time ago, and I'm still pretending to be here.

His Majesty Li Er endured it, and he still had to listen carefully, which was really embarrassing for him.

The son finally "figured" a way, and said crisply: "Or, give me the Qin Holy Palace." My father didn't say that he would give me Tang Mu next year, so he used Tang Mu to rebuild. It's also close to the capital, so you can go if you want. ”

(End of chapter)