The sky breaks and the rooster crows.
Yu Yanran woke up from being lost in the lake, and cautiously called out "Jade."
The maid Jade responded, "Miss, you're awake"
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Yu Yanran nodded, "Jade, go and prepare hot water."
Jade was about to agree when she heard another man's lazy voice coming from the bed, "What time is it now?" You have to get up so early."
Jade hurriedly replied, "Little Marquis, it's almost midnight."
It wasn't even five o'clock yet. Qin Hao yawned, "Jade." You go down first, your lady needs to sleep for a while." "No." Jade stuck out her tongue and retreated to the outside to wait.
Yu Yanran blushed and said softly, "No, on the first day of the wedding, I have to serve tea to my parents-in-law. If I get up late, people will laugh."
Qin Hao He hugged her gently and said with a smile, "It's no big deal for the three days since your wedding. You can sleep peacefully. I told my mother that you can sleep later today."
Yu Yanran was a little surprised and blinked, "It's okay." That's okay."
"Actually, mother doesn't want to get up early either," Qin Hao said with a smile.
Yu Yanran lightly punched Qin Hao, "Husband, don't talk nonsense, how can you arrange your mother like this."
Qin Hao smiled and scratched her chin, laughing and scolding, " You have just walked in and are already thinking about pleasing your mother-in-law."
Yu Yanran buried her face in the quilt in shame. Qin Hao would have moved his index finger, if not for the fact that it was her first time last night. , now she will be executed on the spot.
Wandering among the lakes, Yu Yanran soon fell asleep in Qin Hao's arms. When she opened her eyes again, it was already bright outside, and she was so frightened that she sat up.
"Jade, why didn't you wake me up?" Yu Yanran complained.
Jade defended in a low voice, "It was the young Marquis who didn't let us call you. He said he wanted the young lady to sleep a little longer."
"Husband, please don't call me young lady anymore. I want to call Mrs. Yu."
"Oh, the young master went to the martial arts field to practice"
Yu Yanran glared at her and said, "Hurry up and prepare the hot water."
"No."
When Qin Hao came back, Yu Yanran had already changed into new clothes. Yesterday, Yu Yanran wore a green wedding dress, and today she changed into a bright red one. The smokey butterfly skirt looked less girlish and more feminine than yesterday.
Yu Yanran felt a little shy under Qin Hao's hot gaze, so she could only turn her face away and said coquettishly, "Husband, let's go and serve tea to father and mother."
Qin Hao smiled, took Yu Yanran's hand, and walked to the front hall.
Qin Liu was a little unhappy at first, but when she saw Qin Hao holding Yu Yanran's hand, she couldn't say anything else. She just said some rules of the Hou Mansion with a straight face. Establish your authority as a mother-in-law.
After breakfast, Qin Hao originally planned to have a warm relationship with Yu Yanran, but there was a message from a young eunuch outside the door., let him go to the palace and be summoned by the officials.
Soon we arrived at the palace, and there were several great ministers there, all with frowns on their faces.
Qin Hao looked puzzled. After seeing the ceremony, he originally planned to stand aside and make soy sauce, but the official directly called his name.
"Qin Aiqing, I have called you here this time mainly to hear your opinion on the disposal of this batch of silver." Zhao Zongquan was actually a little bit dumbfounded.
The main reason is that the silver brought back by Qin Hao this time is too much, tens of millions of taels. More silver is not always a good thing. If this batch of silver flows directly into the market, it will definitely have an impact on the previous ones. An impact on the monetary system may cause silver to become cheaper than copper coins.
In fact, after this batch of silver was shipped back, the price of silver in Bianjing dropped by more than 20.
Qin Hao thought for a while and said, "Guan family, I think we should take this opportunity to reform the coinage system. By injecting a certain amount of silver into the copper coins, we can make them more beautiful and durable without affecting their appearance." Under the premise, we can reduce the proportion of copper usage, and at the same time, we can also cast silver into silver coins, which can be used as a currency with a higher value than copper coins."
The officials' eyes lit up when they heard this. This coinage reform. Not only can it solve the problem of silver depreciation, but it can also solve the problem of inconvenient commodity transactions at the same time. It can be said to kill two birds with one stone.
You must know that the main trading currency in the Song Dynasty was copper coins, but the value of copper coins was relatively low. Some bulk commodities often cost hundreds of dollars, making it inconvenient to carry and transport.
Some people have thought of using paper money before, but it was difficult to establish a credit system for paper money in ancient society. Without the endorsement of the court, it could not develop at all. Emperor Renzong felt that paper money could easily get out of control and it was also difficult to do. As for anti-counterfeiting, once it is counterfeited, it will bring disaster to the people, so the circulation of banknotes has been restricted.
But silver coins are different. Silver itself is a precious metal. People can use broken silver as money.
However, Mr. Han still raised a question: "Qin Duwei, as you said, reducing the amount of copper is to prevent private smelting of copper coins and casting of copperware. But once silver is added, doesn't it mean that the use of copper will be reduced?" The value of copper coins is greater, and private casting is even more popular."
Qin Hao nodded, "If we reduce the proportion of copper, we should add the proportion of silver. This is naturally the case, but if we reduce the proportion of copper by 10%, Copper, then add 3% of silver, and then increase the ratio of tin to lead."
"Only 3% of silver, but 10% less copper, and what you get is less valuable lead and tin. Coupled with the losses caused during the smelting process, no one is doing the business at a loss, and the merchants are chasing profits. They will settle the account."
Of course, the main reason is that the ancient smelting and casting technology was relatively backward. Even with modern technology, it is still profitable.
Zhao Zongquan suddenly felt enlightened, and he looked at the other grand ministers.
Several Grand Prime Ministers discussed it, and finally Han Grand Prime MinisterSaid, "This method is worth a try, but it involves some minting technology issues. We still have to wait until the test is completed before we can decide. Don't act too hastily."
Zhao Zongquan nodded, "Well, Mr. Han Daxiangong "You're right, then I don't think it's better to leave the coinage reform to Qin Aiqing."
Xiangong Han said quickly, "No."
Seeing Zhao Zongquan staring at him, Xianggong Han quickly bowed and said, "Officials, Captain Qin also has the burden of the Japanese silver mines, so I'm afraid he won't be able to do anything else."
Another Xianggong Lu also said, "Yes, the coinage reform The premise is that a large amount of silver must be obtained continuously, and the Japanese silver mine must not make any mistakes. Qin Duwei is the most suitable candidate, so don't make any moves."
Qin Hao secretly laughed in his heart, minting coins is a great achievement. If it's done, it might even go down in history, but I'm just afraid that he'll take the credit.
But Qin Hao doesn’t care. Being an official in the court has too many constraints, nothing can compare with the freedom at sea
The reason why he transported all the accumulated silver back at once is to let Zhao Zongquan and other ministers in the court realized the importance of Shijian Silver Mine.
At that time, he can legitimately build more sailing warships and form an invincible maritime fleet. He is a man who is inspired to become the Pirate King.
Zhao Zongquan thought about it and realized that what these ministers said made sense, so he said to Qin Hao, "Well, the Japanese silver mines are indeed crucial to our Song Dynasty. Therefore, he promoted Qin Captain to General Xuanwei to lead the army. Three thousand to ensure that the Dongying Silver Mine is safe."
None of the princes had any objections to Qin Hao's promotion. They also saw that Zhao Zongquan truly regarded Qin Hao as one of his own and devoted himself wholeheartedly. Promoting him and giving him military power are also to expand his own strength.
This can also be regarded as the result of the game between the two parties.
Qin Hao was inexplicably promoted. Not only that, the officials also arranged for Yu Yanran, who had just passed the exam, to be given the title of Fourth Grade Imperial Master.
Yu Yanran was shocked when she received the decree. She had only been married into the Dongchang Hou Mansion for a day, and she didn’t even know anyone well. How could she become Mrs. Gaoming? This is what many women have to do throughout their lives. An incredible honor.
Although Mrs. Gaoming does not have any substantial official position, just the fact that she does not kneel before an official is enough to make others envious.
Yu Yanran held the imperial edict uniform and said to Qin Hao with a look of disbelief on her face, "My husband and grandmother are only in the third grade of imperial edict, but now I am in the fourth grade."
Qin Hao was in her She pinched her cheeks and said with a smile, "Now you know you're not dreaming."
Yu Yanran was a little embarrassed and quickly asked the maid Jade to put away the imperial edict.
Late in the night, Qin Hao and Yu Yanran had just finished exercising. Yu Yanran's pretty face was red and she was panting, and Qin Hao reacted again.
Yu Yanran quickly begged for mercy, "Husband, please don't, let Yanran take a rest."
Qin Hao couldn't bear to toss any more, so he had to let go of her and adjusted it for a while before covering her with the quilt.son, gently hugging her to prepare for sleep.
Yu Yanran suddenly said, "Qingmei, the maid in the courtyard, has been with my husband for many years. It's time to give her a status. Why don't we ask her to serve tea to Yanran tomorrow."
p>Generally, a concubine raised by a maid like Qingmei has little status, and there is no need to perform any ceremony. As long as the wife of the wife drinks tea and approves, she is considered to have recognized her identity.
"Aren't you jealous?" Qin Hao asked curiously.
Unexpectedly, Yu Yanran kept her mouth shut and looked unhappy, "My husband thinks that Yanran is the jealous person"
This evil feudal society is so satisfying. , your wife takes the initiative to take a concubine for you without you having to ask. Oh, it’s a sin.
"Okay, I know you are virtuous, okay." Qin Hao kissed Yu Yanran on the forehead.
Yu Yanran then showed a satisfied expression.
Three days later, Qin Hao took Yu Yanran back. When the carriage of Dongchang Hou Mansion appeared at the door of Yu Mansion, it immediately attracted a lot of people watching the excitement.
Miss Yu Er was listening to the bustling noise in the backyard, and she was so envious that her teeth almost broke.
"Humph, let's see how long you can be proud of it"
In the front yard, Mr. Yu's attitude towards his daughter Yu Yanran is completely different at this time, and he looks like a loving father. It's like asking for help.
Seeing that the corners of Mrs. Yu’s mouth were twitching, she could only pretend to be a loving mother in front of everyone, otherwise she would be said to be unkind as a mother, and the marriage between her son and daughter would be terrible. It's hard to find a good home.
Old Mrs. Yu took her granddaughter directly back to her yard and whispered. When she learned that her granddaughter had actually received the fourth-grade imperial edict, she was stunned for a while.
"This is also your fate. Grandma is really happy for you." Mrs. Yu held Yu Yanran's hand and said with tears in her eyes.
Yu Yanran quickly comforted, "Grandma, my husband is very good to me. You will never have to worry about me again in the future."
Old Mrs. Yu laughed happily.
On the other side, Mrs. Yu is pulling Qin Hao to play Go. As a master of the Three Dynasties, Mrs. Yu’s chess skills are naturally outstanding, but they are not enough in front of Qin Hao.
Old Master Yu suffered huge defeats in several games, and she was a little worried about her face.
"Your chess game has no sense of beauty and is aggressive everywhere, which is unbecoming of a gentleman."
Qin Hao smiled, "Grandpa, this chessboard is like a battlefield, but there is nothing like it on the battlefield." There are so many things to pay attention to, and winning is the last word."
Old Master Yu thought the same thing. Her grandson-in-law was not only the number one scholar, but also a high-ranking official. Now he was assigned a military position, and he was more murderous. Also normal.
From then on, Mrs. Yu never played chess with Qin Hao again.
Staying at Yu’s house until the afternoon, Qin Hao took Yu Yanran back to Dongchang Hou Mansion. After dinner, Yu Yanran locked the bedroom door, saying that she came to Kui today. Aunt Shui asked Qin Hao to spend the night at Qingmei's place.
Qin Hao was a little dumbfounded. He wanted to say that it was not impossible to take a day off, but Yu Yanran said that since Qingmei had already raised her aunt, she should fulfill her aunt's duties.
Well, even his responsibilities were taken care of. Qin Hao suddenly felt that this man didn't seem so happy in ancient times. He felt a bit like a stallion who couldn't rest yet.
Of course, complaints are complaints. When Qin Hao felt Qingmei's tenderness again, he couldn't help but be addicted to it. After all, Yu Yanran was new to human affairs these days, so he could only taste it for himself.
Qingmei doesn’t have so many worries and can run as she pleases. Moreover, Qingmei has been with him for a longer time and is more relaxed than Yu Yanran.
Looking around, Qin Hao also took a special look at Yu Yanran's expression and found that she was really not unhappy because of Qin Hao's stay in Qingmei's room last night.
Well, the evil feudal society is still very loving.
In order to reward Yu Yanran for being so reasonable, Qin Hao asked her what she wanted. As a result, Yu Yanran thought about it for a long time and said that she wanted to go to Qingxu Temple to burn incense.
In ancient times, women from wealthy families rarely appeared in public. The only places where they could visit openly and openly were temples and Taoist temples.
Qin Hao couldn't help but laugh when he saw Yu Yanran's expectant eyes, "Okay, you can go wherever you want."
Yu Yanran was suddenly as happy as a child, which was pitiful to see. He must have been suffocated.
"By the way, I also want to make an appointment with Minglan. She must not have been out for a long time." Yu Yanran did not forget her little sister.
Qin Hao naturally let her go, and Yu Yanran sent his personal maid Jade to Sheng Mansion. Minglan was naturally happy, and Wang Ruofu had no choice but to agree for the sake of Dongchang Hou Mansion. .
Wang Ruofu could not help but be a little jealous and said to his mother Liu, "I don’t know what kind of virtue this girl from the Yu family has accumulated in her previous life. Not only did Gao marry the legitimate son of the Hou family, but she was also so pampered. It is said that On the second day of the wedding, I slept until three o'clock in the morning before serving tea to my parents-in-law. The eldest lady of the Hou Mansion did not blame me. Alas, if my husband's family, Rulan, can be half as good as this, I will be satisfied."
When thinking of his daughter’s virtue, how could Wang Ruofu keep his composure, “Tell me, my daughter is not good at poetry, calligraphy, embroidery, or tea ceremony. How will she be able to do so in the future?”
Mother Liu quickly said, "Our girls are naturally blessed. We can always find a suitable husband. Isn't Ming girl going to Qingxu Temple tomorrow? Why don't we take the girl with us too? Please pray for Sanqing Maybe it can be effective. Besides, if you let the girl go out and show her face, maybe a good marriage will come."
Wang Ruofu thought about it and said, "You are right, I still need to take this girl to see her more often. It’s good to see the world.”
Lin Qige heard that Ru Lan and Ming Lan were going out tomorrow, but they didn’t come to call Mo Lan. Lin Xiaoniang was so angry that she quickly took advantage of Sheng Hong’s return home. I took him to Linxige for dinner and started crying.
"Honglang, they are allDaughter of the Sheng family, why didn't you take Mo Lan with you? She is also your child. ”
Sheng Hong was also born as a concubine. It was only because Mrs. Sheng’s own flesh and blood were killed and she had no heirs that she took him under her name and raised him well. Only then did he become a concubine today. Being separated was also his taboo. After hearing this, he went to Wang Ruofu and asked her to bring Mo Lan with her.
Wang Ruofu was so angry that his hands trembled, "That bitch must have complained to the master again." ”
Mother Liu quickly advised, “Madam, the most important thing now is the young lady’s marriage. It is not appropriate to have any quarrel with the master on this matter.” ”
Wang Ruofu was so angry that he had to take Molan with him the next day.
The reason why Qingxu Temple is popular is mainly because of its excellent geographical location. The closest mountain to Bianjing City, the scenery in the mountain is also very beautiful, which is very suitable for outings.
In ancient times, when monks and Taoist priests chose famous mountains and rivers to build monasteries, they actually had multiple considerations. The geographical location was important. The most important thing.
Qin Hao saw that Yu Yanran liked the lively scene on both sides of the street, so he simply raised the curtains. Yu Yanran gave Qin Hao a grateful look, and then walked away. The juggling stall next to her attracted his attention.
Qin Hao saw that she was fascinated and threw a bag of broken silver over. He originally thought the juggling stall was a bag of copper coins, but when he opened it, his hands were shaking. , quickly knelt down and kowtowed to the carriage of Dongchang Houfu.
"Thank you for the reward."
On the way, the smell of meat pie wafted over, and Qin Hao saw Yu Yanran. He swallowed secretly and asked someone to stop the carriage.
"No, go to that Granny Cao meat pie and buy two meat patties. I'm hungry." "
"No. "
Soon, the delicious and hot meatloaf was delivered. Qin Hao lowered the car curtain and handed the meatloaf to her, "Eat it, no one will know, just say I ate it. of. ”
Yu Yanran suddenly felt so sweet that she broke off a piece of meat pie and brought it to Qin Hao’s mouth first.
Qin Hao couldn’t help but secretly laugh, this ancient woman was really nice. I was so moved by a piece of meat pie.
We walked and stopped like this. When we arrived at Qingxu Temple, the Sheng family’s carriage was already parked at the door.
Yu. Only then did Yan Ran remember, "Oh no, I also made an appointment with Ming Lan. "
Sure enough, Minglan, who had been waiting for a long time after entering Qingxu Temple, complained.
"It was obviously the person Yanran made an appointment with, but it took so long. "
Yu Yanran quickly took Minglan's arm to apologize, but Minglan sniffed.
"Did sister Yanran just eat meat pie secretly?"
Yu Yanran knew that she couldn't hide it, so she could only tell her what happened on the road in a low voice. Minglan couldn't help but be envious after hearing this. For any woman, such a good husband is something that can only be met but cannot be asked for. Please Keep in mind to collect, the latest and fastest website can be read for free without anti-theft