Great Tang Dynasty

Chapter 2148 The Liveliness of Winter

The price of coal in Chang'an City dropped.

At the same time, in some places very close to Xiliang, some businessmen are already ready to move.

"Brother Liu, have you heard about the discovery of the coal mine in Xiliang?"

"Of course I heard about it. You said that the king of Xiliang is really lucky. Not long after he arrived in Xiliang, he discovered a coal mine. Such a large coal mine is enough to support any expenses in Xiliang."

"No, the coal is sold for money. When the time comes, Xiliang will have no problem whether it is to expand the army or carry out some construction."

"Ahem, of course, that's not what I want to say. What I want to say is that this year's weather is particularly cold. The demand for coal in the Tang Dynasty has increased a lot. If we go to Xiliang to buy some coal at a low price , and then pull it to other places to sell, do you think we can make money from it?"

The man called Brother Liu changed his expression slightly, and then nodded: "Of course it is possible, but we must be quick. I think we will set off for Xiliang today."

"So fast?"

"Xiliang has discovered a coal mine. If we know the news, other people may know the news. If we are not fast enough, others will be there first. If there are not so many coal mines dug out, we still have to wait there. Let’s see, but if we wait until the beginning of spring, will things like coal still sell, so we must hurry.”

Businessmen are sensitive to these things, and when they see a business opportunity, they will immediately make a move.

After they finished talking like this, they really didn't stop at all. They just went back and prepared for a while, and then they rushed to Xiliang with people that afternoon.

Xiliang.

In the cold winter season, the weather in Xiliang is very cold. It can be said that after one heavy snowfall, the second snowfall immediately followed.

But in such cold weather, the people in Xiliang did not freeze to death, because the coal here is cheap, and many people don’t even need to pay. Cool and serve them.

In this way, every household can afford to burn coal, and the winter of these people will naturally be much easier.

And in such cold winter weather, it stands to reason that trade should be relatively flat. This is the off-season for trade. In such a cold day, even if there is money to be made, most merchants are unwilling to travel around, right?

But even in such a cold weather, the merchants in Liangzhou City seem to be in an endless stream.

Most of these merchants are for the purchase of coal.

In Xiliang Palace, Qin Tian and his family were sitting together eating hot pot.

Beside a large stove, there are various vegetables, including meat and vegetables.

The children had a great time eating, and Ma Zhou, as Qin Tian's brother-in-law, was also there.

"My lord, there have been a lot of businessmen from Xiliang recently, and not only a lot of businessmen have come, but people from other places have also come."

The weather is cold, and many people will become refugees. In the past, after these people became refugees, the first place to consider is to go to the capital. After all, the capital is under the feet of the emperor. If they appear, can the emperor ignore it?
Under normal circumstances, after going there, the court can give some porridge or something.

But this year, more refugees choose to come to Xiliang. Firstly, Qin Tian’s reputation is there. Back then, Qin Tian spent all his wealth to help refugees. Qin Tian is a living Bodhisattva in their hearts. Get closer.

What's more, Xiliang discovered a coal mine, and after going there, they can survive as long as they dig coal, and their whole family can survive, can have enough food, and don't have to face the cold. Good thing, in comparison, these are much better than going to Chang'an City and being given porridge by others, right?
At least here, they live with more dignity.

The arrival of refugees from various places increased the population of Xiliang, and the arrival of businessmen made Xiliang look more prosperous.

When Ma Zhou said this, Qin Tian smiled and said: "People tend to live a better life, as long as they can live well here, they will be willing to take root here, but only the arrival of these people , is still not enough for us in Xiliang, it is best to normalize the Silk Road as soon as possible, only in this way can Xiliang develop."

Although Datang is an agricultural country, it is undeniable that without commercial contacts, an agricultural country is doomed to become a pool of stagnant water.

Therefore, the opening of the Silk Road to allow merchants from various places to communicate with each other is a very important thing.

But now everyone is obviously worried about the safety of Yumen Pass, so what they need to do is to strengthen the security of Yumen Pass after the beginning of spring.

The whole family sat together and ate hot pot, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.

At this time, Qin Tian couldn't help but talk about the Xiliang Academy.

"After the weather gets warmer, Xiliang Academy will speed up the improvement of the areas that should be improved. In summer, those children must be able to go to school. By the way, I plan to let Wuyou and your children go to school as well. "

Qin Tian said this casually, but after he finished speaking, no matter whether it was Ma Zhou or the Ninth Princess, their expressions changed slightly.

Princess Jiu even said directly: "Let Wuyou and the others go to school too, isn't that... not right?"

In any case, their children have very different identities. They are different from those orphans. If they are asked to study with those orphans, they are very worried about the safety of their children.

Ma Zhou was still a bit awkward to speak, but the Ninth Princess had something to say, Qin Tianke was only Qin Wuyou's son, if something happened to him, what should he do?
After the Ninth Princess finished speaking, Tang Rong and the others also said, "Yes, sir, isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

"Worriless and the others are fine in the palace. We can hire Mr. Private School. Even if we don't trust Mr. Private School, we can still teach you. You are the number one talented person in the Tang Dynasty."

From their point of view, they are fully capable of educating their children, and they don't need to send their children to colleges.

But Qin Tian shook his head and said, "Letting them study under our protection is not good for their growth. They need friends and learn how to get along with other people, and Xiliang Academy can only let us The children of Wuyou have all gone, and other people feel relieved to send their children here, as for Wuyou's safety, you don't have to worry, I will send someone to protect them secretly."

Qin Tian seemed to be very insistent on this matter. The Ninth Princess and the others looked at each other and said nothing in the end. Since Qin Tian thought it would be better to do this, they would give it a try first.

(End of this chapter)