However, Wu Shigong not only had a huge income, but also had to have huge expenses. For example, such as the cultivation of improved seeds, the collection and improvement of new high-yield crops (corn, potatoes, etc.), the development of various machine tools driven by hydraulic power, the development of mechanical equipment driven by hydraulic power, the research of new smelting methods, the development and construction of new ships, etc.

These expensive and long-term research, requiring many high-level talents, and not easy to produce results, but they are quite important industries, because the finances of the Daping Dynasty are relatively tight, can not invest too much, so Wu Shigong invested a huge amount of private property. The only thing that is more worthwhile is that if these industries produce results, Wu Shigong will also soon recoup his investment.

However, there are always exceptions to everything, such as the steam engine, and now the craftsmen of the Daping Dynasty are still confused in the face of Wu Shigong's idea, and Wu Shigong can only invest in research funds while comforting them to take their time. To tell the truth, Wu Shigong is also known to have a great role and a good reputation, what is it? He still doesn't know anything about it.

Wu Shigong looked at the large stack of unfinished annotations, and couldn't help but have a headache. In this era, centralization is very powerful, and there are indeed too many manageable trivialities. For example, the execution of the prisoner must be annotated by the emperor. And these trivial matters also make Wu Shigong now have to spend a lot of energy.

Wu Shigong touched his chin and thought: "In the future government setting, the judiciary must also be independent, and independent courts and procuratorates will be established to try cases." This can not only separate the rights of officials, but also allow local officials to devote their energies to people's livelihood and economic development, which is also a reference for modern society. But how should this organization be set up? I'm going to have to think about it. It is necessary to add this part of the content to the setting of the imperial court after the founding ceremony. ”

At this moment, Qiongniang walked in with a supper. I saw that Wu Shigong was half-lying down and resting. She put the tray on the small table beside her, and then climbed onto the bed and massaged Wu Shigong's temples on both sides.

Wu Shigong closed his eyes and enjoyed it, smelling the fragrance on Qiongniang's body, and asked with a smile: "Let's rest so late in the future!" Leave me alone. Your body matters. Are the kids resting? ”

"Go to bed early!" While massaging Wu Shigong, Qiong Niang said with a smile, "I don't go to school these days." They couldn't have been happier. Playing with skin every day, it's crazy to be the same. Your Majesty, you also have to take care of them. And...... And the Forbidden City is a bit bigger. ”

"Hahaha!" Wu Shigong couldn't help but laugh, "I'll give them a holiday until the New Year." Don't worry! Wait until after the holiday. I'll take care of these leather boys. ”

In order to prepare for the founding ceremony, Wu Shigong's children's classes were also temporarily suspended. This made those children herd sheep, and they played different games in the palace every day, and they were very happy.

"Your Majesty! Concubines...... Hee-hee...... The concubine has something she wants you to agree to. Qiongniang thought that she could call herself a "concubine". It's a joy of heart. Because her identity has suddenly become noble.

Wu Shigong immediately smiled and opened his eyes, and he quipped: "I didn't expect my little Qiongqiong to become bad too." I know that you won't come to serve me if you don't have anything to do, it seems that I am an old man. ”

"Giggles!" Qiong Niang also trembled with laughter, "Isn't the concubine just thinking about a few sisters!" Your Majesty, you are so bad! The old pearl yellow should be a concubine! ”

"No, it won't! Who is that little sister behind me? Wu Shigong laughed.

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After a long while, Qiong Niang's eyes were confused, and she blew like a landy and said, "Your Majesty! The concubine wanted to send a letter to her family, asking them to go to the capital and meet the concubine. "After that. Qiong Niang's eyes widened and she looked at Wu Shigong with some concern.

Unexpectedly, Wu Shigong didn't think much of Qiongniang's words at all. He attached himself and kissed Qiongniang's lips, and said with a smile: "If you want to write a letter, you can write it, and if you want them to come, you can come." I will also give the reward that should be given to them, and I want to earn enough face for my little Qiongqiong. Now you are also noble, and it is also their glory that they can climb this relative. ”

As soon as she heard this, Qiong Niang felt extremely moved. Her nose twitched a few times, and then she lay in Wu Shigong's arms and cried.

Qiongniang's life experience is more tragic, so her identity has always been kept secret from the outside world, and even her family has not been in contact for more than ten years. And this time Qiongniang also has the identity of the imperial concubine, of course she wants to boast in front of her family. However, Qiongniang was worried that Wu Shigong would not agree to her recognition because of the damage to the royal face, so when she heard Wu Shigong's promise today, she felt her husband's favor. So I cried with happiness.

Wu Shigong stroked Qiongniang's hair, and his heart was also full of emotion. Although he braved the battlefield to fight, he is now working hard to take care of the government. It seems to be bitter, tiring and dangerous, but for the sake of the happiness of the family, it is all worth it.

After crying for a while, Qiong Niang stopped crying and whispered: "Your Majesty, the concubines still have something to ask for!" ”

"Say it!" Wu Shigong smiled and touched Qiongniang's little head again.

"The concubines also have a few children who have been captured by the Tartars, and if they are found, the concubines want to treat them well." Qiongniang said.

"That's as it should be." Wu Shigong nodded and said, "Qi Zhixian is also a hero, and his heir will take it to heart." I will ask Uncle Wynn to care about this matter, and I will send you back as soon as I have news. ”

After saying this, Wu Shigong suddenly felt that the Qiongniang in his arms became hot.

But at this moment, two more people rushed in at the door of the house, it was Zhu Qilan and her maid Xiu'er. As soon as she saw that Wu Shigong was with Qiongniang, and there were tears on Qiongniang's face, Zhu Qilan immediately exclaimed: "Your Majesty! You're bullying Sister Joan again. You also bullied Lan'er. Lan'er was angry. Although Zhu Qilan said so, she did not hesitate to throw herself into Wu Shigong's arms and squeezed between Wu Shigong and Qiongniang.

Wu Shigong was also confused by his concubine, who had always been a child's temper and had a strong playful nature. He also hugged Zhu Qilan, but looked at Xiu'er who was still standing suspiciously. Na Xiu'er could only smile at Wu Shigong awkwardly, and then bowed.

"Why did you two run out in the middle of the night?" Wu Shigong asked.

"Because the emperor treats Lan'er badly! The emperor is not doing things fairly! Lan'er wanted to ask the emperor for an explanation. "The more Zhu Qilan talks, the more justified she becomes. That is to say, Wu Shigong has always been tolerant of his wife and concubine, in this way, don't say that the concubine said it to the emperor, even the concubine of an ordinary big family, and she didn't dare to say such excessive things to her husband. (To be continued......)