big song poppi

Chapter 213 0210 [Are you going to be a father? 】

The two chatted for a while on the topic of entering the memorial hall.

Then, Han Zhen warned: "As I said before, don't be afraid of spending money to run a Di newspaper. As a new Di newspaper, it wants to quickly seize the market and stand out among Zhao Song official newspapers and other tabloids. In the early stage, We have to spend money. In the future, when people get used to reading our newspapers, they will have plenty of ways to make money."

"It's from my province!"

Mayundi nodded.

After picking up a piece of tofu with chopsticks and putting it into his mouth, Han Zhen asked again: "How many staff have been recruited?"

Ma Yundi answered truthfully: "We have recruited five people in total. Although these people have no fame, they are all benevolent and filial people and quite talented."

After all, the Ma family is a large family that has been in Qingzhou for hundreds of years. Its connections and reputation are not just superficial. It is not difficult for the Ma family to recruit a few nameless but talented scholars.

Don't look down on staff. Before Su Xun became famous, he also worked as Zhang Fangping's staff for a while.

In addition, Zhao Pu was once Zhao Kuangyin's staff.

Moreover, Zhao Pu also had a staff member named Yang Ximin. This man was born blind, so he ordered his brothers to read the classics and history, and they could not forget it every time.

Whether it was instigating the Chenqiao mutiny, adding Huangpao, or maintaining stability in the court, and formulating an offensive strategy of first south and then north, there was Yang Ximin's shadow behind it.

From the information submitted by Ma Yundi a few days ago, it can be seen that these staff are by no means mediocre.

Han Zhen muttered: "There are still two vacancies for ninth-grade officials in the Imperial Academy. You can deal with them yourself."

what?
Mayundi was stunned and did not react.

Seeing his son's silly look, Mayanmin on the side scolded: "You idiot, why don't you thank the county magistrate!"

"Thank you magistrate!"

Only then did Ma Yundi understand. He quickly stood up and thanked her sincerely.

Grace comes from above.

Han Zhen handed over the vacant positions of these two officials to Ma Yundi just to win over people's hearts and gain a good reputation as a recommender of talents.

Ability can be mediocre, but as long as you have such a good reputation, you don't need to worry about it in the future.

Mayanmin picked up the wine glass and said in a sad tone: "The dog is useless, let the county magistrate worry."

"The family doesn't speak two languages."

Han Zhen smiled and clinked his glasses.

"That's what the county magistrate said."

Mayanmin laughed heartily.

It took a while to finish eating and chatting.

Han Zhen stood up and said: "My sister-in-law has come to the county town these days. Youyou has been busy running around. It's really hard. I'm going to visit her."

"Okay, the county magistrate will go on his own."

Mayanmin smiled and called a maid to lead the way.

Under the leadership of the maid, they walked all the way through the courtyard and pavilions, and finally came to the door of the small courtyard.

The maid paused and said a blessing: "County magistrate, the young lady lives here."

"Ah."

Han Zhen nodded slightly, walked through the arch and walked into the small courtyard.

In the small courtyard shrouded in night, a small building as exquisite as a treasure box emits bright lights.

By the light, Han Zhen looked around the environment of the small courtyard.

I have to say that this small courtyard does meet all the women's fantasies.

When I walked into the small building, I happened to meet Ma Shuyao's personal maid.

If I remember correctly, this little maid should be called Xiao Tao'er.

Xiao Tao'er was stunned for a moment, then hurriedly greeted him: "I've met the county magistrate!"

Han Zhen chuckled and said, "Where's Youyou?"

"The young lady and my wife are in the study upstairs. The county magistrate will wait a moment, and I will report it right away."

Xiao Tao'er said, walking upstairs with her short legs.

After all, Ma Shuyao and her mother shared a boudoir, and Han Zhen couldn't go up rashly, so he had to sit in the hall and wait.

Not long after, I heard brisk footsteps.

Immediately afterwards, Ma Shuyao's figure appeared in sight.

"Husband!"

The little girl looked surprised, her eyes were smiling, and she called out obediently.

In the past few days, Han Zhen had been leaving early and coming back late, so the two of them never had a chance to meet.

Ma Shuyao was at the age when she first started to fall in love, and she was in love. She wished she could stay by Han Zhen's side all the time. When they saw her now, she couldn't hold it back and threw herself into Han Zhen's arms like a gust of wind.

For a moment, I felt the fragrance of a girl coming to my nose.

Holding Ma Shu's slender waist, Han Zhen looked down at the delicate face with bright eyes and white teeth, and lowered his head to seal.

The little girl now had experience. She slowly closed her eyes and put her slender arms around Han Zhen's neck.

Just then, there was another sound of footsteps.

Ma Shuyao was startled, and then she realized that her mother was still at home.

After reacting, the little girl jumped away like a deer and hurriedly arranged her clothes.

"Uncle is here!"

The next moment, Lin Wanqing walked slowly along the stairs.

Seeing the mist in her daughter's eyes and the tenderness on her eyebrows, she couldn't help but be slightly startled, as she didn't know what had just happened.

I spat in my heart and thought to myself that this little girl is really brave.

I dare to be intimate with my husband when I and Xiao Tao'er are still at home...

Han Zhen looked as usual and said, "I've met my mother-in-law."

A concubine is only considered a man's property.

You know, if a man is punished by the Nine Clan, his concubine will not be counted among the Nine Clan. You can imagine how embarrassing his position is.

Therefore, under normal circumstances, Han Zhen did not need to call Lin Wanqing his mother-in-law.

But from the beginning, the Ma family had no intention of promising Ma Shuyao to Han Zhen as a concubine.

Han Zhen also knew this.

Otherwise, who would give such a generous dowry to a concubine?

"Uncle, hurry up and sit down."

After Lin Wanqing finished speaking, she pretended to be displeased and said, "Yuyou, why don't you order tea with your husband?"

Ma Shuyao explained: "Mom, my husband is not used to drinking tea."

Hearing this, Han Zhen smiled slightly: "No need to bother, just a cup of herbal tea."

After inviting Han Zhen to sit down, Lin Wanqing sat across from her and said softly: "Yuyou has been spoiled by her family since she was a child. She has a wild temper. Please take care of her and don't get along with her."

Han Zhen chuckled and said: "As for mother-in-law, Youyou is well-behaved and sensible, and I like her very much."

Hearing her husband's words, a hint of shyness and sweetness flashed in Ma Shuyao's eyes, holding herbal tea in both hands: "Husband, please give me tea."

"That's good."

Lin Wanqing glanced at her daughter and felt relieved.

Weng Weng has chosen a good husband for Youyou.

Previously, it was just a quick glance, but now when I look closely, I feel that the two women look more and more alike. They are actually [-]% similar. Putting them together, they can only be regarded as twin sisters.

Feeling Han Zhen's gaze, Lin Wanqing's heart trembled and she hurriedly lowered her head.

Seeing this, Ma Shuyao asked with concern: "Mom, are you feeling uncomfortable?"

Suppressing the thoughts in her heart, she casually made up a reason: "Maybe I'm a little tired. Youyou, please accompany me to talk to me, and go to rest first for my mother."

After saying that, Lin Wanqing stood up and ran upstairs as if running away.

Watching my mother's back disappearing on the stairs, Ma Shuyao explained softly: "Husband, don't blame me. Mother likes to be quiet and is not good at socializing. She usually treats guests at home and always complains of illness and stays in the small courtyard."

"fine!"

Han Zhen waved his hands and didn't care.

Is it social fear? It’s normal.

Some people are socially anxious, not because they are afraid of talking to others, but because they feel it is unnecessary or impatient. They would rather enjoy the pleasant time alone.

Lin Wanqing should fall into this category.

"It's been a hard few days."

Han Zhen rubbed Ma Shuyao's hair affectionately.

Ma Shuyao enjoyed this move very much and said with a smile, "It's not hard for me, slave."

Han Zhen said: "By the way, I'm going to Shouguang the day after tomorrow." Hearing this, Ma Shuyao felt reluctant to leave, but she still said sensibly: "Husband, please go now. There is no need to worry about the family. I will always go to accompany you." My sister-in-law and sister An Niang."

"Your sister-in-law is soft-tempered and likes to keep things in her heart. When you have nothing to do, spend more time with her to talk about yourself."

"I understand."

Seeing her cute and lovely appearance, Han Zhen glanced towards the stairs, and then took her petite body into his arms.

The little girl bit her lip gently, her big elk-like eyes full of anticipation.

"Well!"

A whisper sounded.

I don’t know how long it took before the two slowly separated.

Looking at her flushed face, Han Zhen stood up and said, "It's getting late, I'm going back."

Ma Shuyao gasped slightly and said, "I will send you my husband."

After sending Han Zhen outside the house and watching his back disappear from sight, the little girl turned back to the house.

Go all the way back to the small courtyard and climb to the second floor.

Lin Wanqing was seen leaning lazily on the soft couch, holding a book in her hand.

Hearing the footsteps, Lin Wanqing turned around and said, "Are you sending your husband away?"

"Ah."

Ma Shuyao nodded with a smile on his face, and sat down on the soft couch.

Putting down the script, Lin Wanqing stretched out her hand and lightly tapped Mashu's smooth forehead: "I don't know how to be ashamed. Since my mother and Xiao Tao'er are both here, I can't wait to be intimate with my husband."

"Auntie!"

Ma Shuyao immediately blushed and let out a whimper.

I thought I was doing it secretly, but my mother discovered it.

Lin Wanqing warned: "Be more careful in the future. My mother and Xiao Tao'er didn't see much of each other, but if others saw it, they would just say that you are living a wild life and have no tutor."

Ma Shuyao hummed softly: "I'm not stupid. How could anyone else do this?"

"You're still proud of yourself."

Lin Wanqing rolled her eyes angrily.

This daughter of my own looks like everyone else, except for her temperament of daring to love and hate, and I don't know who she followed.

Ma Shuyao explained: "My husband is going to Shouguang the day after tomorrow, and I don't know how long it will take to come back. I'm thinking hard."

Hearing that Han Zhen was going to Shouguang again, Lin Wanqing consoled her: "I went to see my mother for the imperial examination a few days ago. It seems that a newly elected official is about to take office. Your husband is worried and plans to give personal guidance. I guess it won't be long." I’ll be back soon.”

Ma Shuyao nodded and immediately asked, "Has Niang gone to see the lock room to try it out?"

Lin Wanqing felt panicked, and explained calmly: "It's not your Aunt Li who insisted on dragging my mother to see her. On the Double Ninth Festival, you accompanied Han Zhang and the others to the market, so you didn't call you."

After that, Lin Wanqing confessed her crime to Li Qingzhao in her heart.

In fact, it was she who was so obsessed that she dragged Li Qingzhao to watch the lock test.

Ma Shuyao asked enthusiastically: "Auntie, how was the trial run of Lock Hall?"

"It's very solemn, and the grand ceremony far exceeds previous provincial examinations."

Recalling Han Zhen's heroic appearance that day, a strange look flashed in Lin Wanqing's eyes.

Ma Shuyao didn't think too much, she was just happy for her husband: "My husband is really awesome."

Lin Wanqing stood up and said, "It's getting late, let's take a rest."

"Ah."

……

……

"Second Brother Han!"

The next afternoon, the monkey came.

After not seeing each other for a while, the monkey became darker and his face became thinner. With his long arms and legs, his body shape became more similar to that of the monkey.

However, his temperament is calmer, his eyes are brighter, and he has more confidence than before when he was a rogue.

Han Zhen smiled slightly, turned to the Hucao official and ordered: "The candidates will be selected according to the list. You go and notify them."

"The officer will leave!"

The Hucao official bowed, turned around and left the lobby.

When passing by the monkey, he smiled in a friendly manner.

To be so close to the county magistrate, I think the relationship is unusual and I must not offend him.

The monkey also cupped his hands and smiled in return.

After finishing his errands, Han Zhen finally had some free time and gestured: "Sit down!"

The monkey didn't see anyone else, and went straight to the Taishi's chair to sit down.

Han Zhen asked: "When did you come?"

"Just arrived in the county."

The monkey said, looking around the lobby, and said with emotion: "After all, this is a county town, and the government office lobby is several times more grand than the county town."

Han Zhen asked with a smile: "Has the salt factory been informed?"

"Ok!"

Monkey nodded and said seriously: "Everything has been arranged properly, and all departments are managed by trustworthy people."

"Not bad!"

Han Zhen showed satisfaction.

The monkey lived up to his expectations and was finally cultivated.

From a lime kiln, it has grown step by step, and now manages a workshop with thousands of people in an orderly and handy manner.

Now, it's time to give him a bigger stage.

Only then did the monkey ask: "I wonder what the errand of Brother Han is for calling me to the county this time?"

"You must already know that I won Shouguang and Changle. Fifty miles north of Shouguang is Guangling Salt Service, which is the largest salt production area on the entire Jingdong Road. Therefore, Guangling Salt Service will be my destination. It’s the biggest money bag in the world, so I’m going to overhaul it.”

Han Zhen paused and continued: "Zhao Song's salt business is too bloated and backward, with high costs and low output. I plan to cancel the salt households, establish a unified factory, recruit workers, and adopt a more advanced assembly line salt drying method. At the same time, , and by the way build a larger refined salt workshop.”

The monkey nodded and said in a confident tone: "Brother Han, don't worry, leave this matter to me!"

With the experience of Xiaowangcun Salt Factory, he felt extremely confident.

"At that time, I will also go to Guangling in person to teach the salt-drying method."

After Han Zhen finished speaking, he ordered: "Xiao Chong is now the shopkeeper at Zhuo Lou. You can go to his place to rest. When you get off work, my brother and I will have a good meal."

"it is good!"

The monkey responded with a smile.

He hadn't seen Xiaochong for a while and missed him very much.

……

It was busy until evening.

After getting off the mission, Han Zhen mounted his war horse and came to Zhuo Tower.

The three of them drank and chatted until the middle of the moon.

After returning home, I walked to the backyard with tipsy steps. I saw dim light from the window at noon.

Pushing the door open and walking into the back room, Mrs. Han and Zhang were sitting in front of the candlelight, doing pinup.

Seeing that he was drunk, Mrs. Han Zhang immediately put down the nühong in her hand and quickly stepped forward to support him: "Is Erlang going to have a drink?"

Han Zhen explained casually: "Monkey is here. We had a drink with Xiao Chong at Zhuo Tower and talked about old times."

Helping Han Zhen sit down, Han Zhang poured a cup of herbal tea: "Erlang, drink a cup of tea first."

After taking the herbal tea and drinking it in one gulp, Han Zhen took his sister-in-law's hand and started to play tricks on the pair of fruits.

Men, you have enough food and wine to think...

Normally, although Mrs. Han Zhang was shy, she would still be happy to be affectionate.

However, at this moment, she grabbed Han Zhen's mischievous hand and said seriously: "Erlang, it's not convenient for me."

"Ok?"

Han Zhen was stunned, raised his eyebrows and said, "Isn't menstruation just over?"

Mrs. Han Zhang bit her lip and said with a complex expression: "Slave... my menstrual period this month has not come yet!"

hiss!
In an instant, Han Zhen woke up!

(End of this chapter)