Reborn in the last years of Kangxi

Chapter 458

Nowadays, in the market, silver is cheap and copper is expensive.One tael of silver could be exchanged for one thousand Wen in the past, but now it can only be exchanged for seven or eight hundred Wen.

Some merchants in the folk recycle copper coins, and after refining copper wares, they can resell them at several times the profit, so the circulation of coins becomes less and less, and the price of coins gradually rises.

After coming and going, some people made fake copper coins and circulated them in the market.

The imperial court issued repeated orders and repeated prohibitions, but there was loud thunder and little rain, which had no effect.After all, those who dare to risk their dissatisfaction and engage in these businesses are all behind the scenes with the influence of powerful people in Beijing. How can they be banned with a piece of paper?
The prosperity of the world is for profit; the hustle and bustle of the world is for profit.

This is a bit far-fetched, but the current price in the capital is two yuan for a fire, even if it is ten times the dim sum in Daoxiang Village, how much is it for one or two packs?
Even on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, ten taels or eight taels of silver can be stopped.

Therefore, when the fourth elder brother asked someone to send money to the cabinet, Cao Yong hurriedly waved his hands and said: "It's just a small filial piety, so don't bother the fourth master!"

The fourth elder brother glanced at Cao Yong, but his face was rare and warm, and said: "One yard is worth one yard. After all, it is a business to make a living. There is no reason to give it away. Besides, there are many palaces in this capital. There is reason to keep it uneven. If you want to be filial, just send some Buddhist incense as usual."

There were not a few taels of silver at first, and the fourth elder brother said so again, Cao Yong didn't say anything more, and replied: "I have sent people to Jiangning to send a letter. Before Laba, I can make a batch of incense and send it."

The fourth elder brother listened, nodded in satisfaction, and rode away with his guards and entourage.

The sixteenth elder brother and the seventeenth elder brother went back to the palace hand in hand. The brothers from Zhaojia's mansion continued to look for restaurants for dinner with Yi Duli, and Cao Yong went back with Naersu along the way.

When the thirteenth elder brother came out of the mansion, Cao Yong asked what was confusing in his heart: "Brother-in-law, what kind of wind is this, why are you here today?"

Na Ersu laughed and said, "A few days ago, didn't the Wenjun Palace and the Anjun Palace choke? I was dragged to negotiate a deal with the two families, which really touched me a lot. Although Kuihui is a jerk, Thinking about it, Wen Baile picked up his crutches and hit him twice, chasing him all over the house. But this is just for me, if an outsider dares to bully him, the first person who refuses to obey him is also Wen Baile. No, I took it with me yesterday. People went to An Jun Wang's mansion, forcing the boys who did the work there to kowtow and confess their crimes."

Cao Yong has heard a few words about the entanglement between these dignitaries.

The Prince Wen’s Mansion mentioned by Neersu was originally the mansion of Meng’e, the fifth son of Prince Su, the eldest son of Emperor Taizong.Meng'e's second son, Yanshou, inherited the title of county king in his early years. Later, he joined Mingzhu and Suo'etu's party and was demoted to Baylor.

It's just that people in Beijing are used to calling it, and they still call it Wenjun Wangfu over there.
Kui Hui is the eldest son of Umber Yanshou, who spends his days wandering around the city with cages and birds, and occasionally does some deeds of bullying men and women.If it weren't for the strict management of the clan's mansion, and his father's strict control, which made him restrain his behavior, there would have been big troubles long ago.

A few days ago, it seemed that in the theater garden at the front gate, because of holding a horn, several children of Kuihui Tong'an County Prince's Mansion ran into each other and started to move their hands.

Kui Hui was understaffed here, and was beaten up by a few children from the Prince's Mansion in Anjun.

According to what Ne Ersu said, the son was beaten, and the father was replaced.

It's just common sense in the world, Cao Yong smiled and said nothing.

I heard Naersu continue to say: "Perhaps in the eyes of Long Live Lord, it is not pleasing to look at the Thirteenth Lord, but after all, he is the prince's elder brother and the flesh and blood of the Tian family. If others dare to show face to the Thirteenth Lord, it is considered the Long Live Lord's face." Not to mention it, but to designate it in my heart is considered disrespectful.

It depends on the owner to beat the dog, let alone Long Live Lord's favorite prince.You came to Beijing late, and you don't know the scenery before the Thirteenth Lord.He started working as an errand when he was a teenager, and followed him every year. Even those older princes did not dare to underestimate this old thirteen.

Whoever can explain the affairs of the clan clearly, and whoever can't keep them will make a fortune.The prince Belledo who was dismissed, and many elder brothers who were directly named county kings and princes.I've figured it out, it's easy to add flowers to the cake, but difficult to give charcoal in the snow, even if it's not for anything else, it's good if it's just to form a good relationship. "

Although this is said to be utilitarian, it is the truth.

Cao Yong nodded and said: "Brother-in-law is right. It is better to be kind to others than to be evil with others. Besides, Master Shisan has little talent. He won't go on like this forever. There will always be a blockbuster. Maybe today, brother-in-law This little kindness will bring great blessings in the future.”

Naersu smiled and said, "I've made up my mind. From now on, I will honestly be my Lord Taiping, live a good life with your sister and teach my son. Isn't this life easy? There's no need to worry about those, It's good to cling to those and be at ease like this."

Speaking of this, his expression turned solemn, and he said: "The Fourteenth Master... I will stay away from him in the future. The elder brother and the crown prince back then were surrounded by others. Wasn't that proud of themselves? Just say The eighth elder brother, who is in an embarrassing situation now, was able to call the wind and call the rain two years ago. Long live God tossing his own son, whether it is beating, scolding, or admiring, it is their own business. If we mix it in for nothing , but will be rejected."

Cao Yong also said these words with Na Ersu last time, but not as thoroughly as he thinks now.

Indeed, even if you are an emperor, Kangxi still has an identity, that is, an elderly father who is suspicious, irritable, and moody.

"Brother-in-law is right. From now on, we will just watch the fun. As long as we act properly, even if there is a storm in Beijing, it will not affect us." Cao Yong said.

Neersu smiled and said yes, remembering the attitude of the fourth elder brother just now, frowned slightly, and said: "The thirteenth elder brother is fine, the fourth elder brother is ungrateful, ungrateful, and the most cold. Although there is kindness in the early years, but after the relationship You also need to be a little vigilant."

Judging from what Ne Ersu said, it seems that he has no affection for the fourth elder brother. I don't know if he was influenced by the fourteenth elder brother.

The fourth elder brother is usually a dead face, and he is not very popular in the clan.

Cao Yong wanted to defend him, but he couldn't say anything, so he said: "Si elder brother is a person who does practical things. Even this kind of diligence is the best among the princes and elder brothers. Brother-in-law, don't believe what others say. You still need to see more for yourself, so you can really know..."

While speaking, they had already reached the crossroads, the two of them said goodbye and went back to their respective homes.

When he arrived at the gate of Cao's mansion, Cao Yong got off his horse and remembered what Naersu had said about Kui Hui.On Zhaojia's side, because of Cao Song's affairs, they also complained a lot to Cao Yong.

It's just that maybe he got angry that day, but now Zhao Jia doesn't dare to be as casual as before.In front of Cao Yong, shut up and don't talk, only complain a few words in front of Chu Yu.

Cao Yong was really tired, and he was looking forward to his parents' arrival in Beijing as soon as possible, so that he would hand over the power of this "parent".

I am a cousin, and although I am sincere to my younger brothers, I say too much and say little, and there is a Zhaojia family on it.Cao Yin is an uncle, even if Zhao Jia's family is in front of him, he has to set up rules and discipline his nephews, which is justified.

After entering the second gate, the Shaoyuan has already lighted the lights.

Cao Yong stood at the gate of the yard, hesitated for a moment, and went in.The East Mansion has been heating the Kang for the past two days, and the sixth day of October is an auspicious day, which is suitable for relocation. The Zhaojia family has already decided to move on that day.

Looking at it, it's not a few days.

Even if she looks ugly, Cao Yong has nothing to worry about.In the final analysis, it is still a family, so it is not good to just leave a rift like this.Otherwise, when Cao Yin and Li Shi went to Beijing, they would not feel good when they saw the situation here.

Walking down the corridor, Cao Yong said: "Second aunt, my nephew is back!"

After a while, I heard footsteps. It was Cao Song who picked up the curtain and came out to welcome Cao Yong in.

Seeing Cao Song's wrapped left hand, Cao Yong couldn't help frowning.This severed finger can also be regarded as a mutilated limb, one of the evil signs, can it be used as an errand in front of the imperial court?
It seems that we need to find someone to ask carefully, so as not to commit any taboos.If it doesn't work, I have to ask someone to transfer him from the inner shift to the outer shift.

Although Cao Yong really loves this little brother because he grew up together, but after two times and three times, he was very disappointed in his heart.

When he was young, he was an innocent child; when he grew up, he didn't suffer much, so why did he become such a wimp?
When things happen, he only knows to be reckless, but he doesn't know how to use his brain, which makes people hate and angry.

Today is a kang-burning day, and the room is quite warm as usual.

Mrs. Zhao Jia was wearing a half-new and not old blue double-breasted gown, with a baotou, leaning on the pillow beside the kang, saw Cao Yong coming in, nodded and said: "Brother Yong is back, come and be on the side of the kang. Ten How lively is the third master's house? Where is Thirteen Fujin, have you greeted me yet?"

"It's lively, and the table is well prepared. I heard that Fujin is due to give birth in these two months, so he didn't come out to see outsiders, and his nephew was not allowed to see him." Cao Yong bowed slightly to salute, and sat sideways on the edge of the kang.

In the past, I only thought that Zhao Jia's mouth was open-mouthed, he had a lot of things, and he was a bit hypocritical. After the changes in the past few days, Cao Yong's impression of him has also changed somewhat.

No matter how many small problems she has, she is a mother who knows how to protect her children. This kindness should be respected.

Seeing that Zhaojia's eye circles were a little sunken, and after only a few days of hard work, his temples became quite white, Cao Yong also felt guilty, and said with a bit of apology: "Second aunt, my nephew is also at fault for the matter of Xiao Er. , I shouldn't have helped him hide it from my second aunt."

These days, in front of Cao Yong, Zhao Jia kept silent on this matter.Seeing him bring it up now, Zhaojia babbled and wanted to say something, but stopped, sighed heavily, and said: "He came out of my stomach, and he was a child Temper, who can I blame? He will go out to work in the future, and I will be like an old hen, spread my wings, and I can't protect him. You have loved him since you were a child, and you will be like this in the future You need to worry more about being an older brother."

Cao Song bowed his head and stood behind Cao Yong. Hearing Zhao Jia's words, he felt very ashamed. He pushed his chin to his front and remained silent.

Seeing that Mrs. Zhaojia had restrained her former sharpness and added a little old-fashioned, Cao Yong felt uncomfortable, and comforted him: "After this experience, I think Xiaoer will be more sensible, and I will be filial to my second aunt in the future. .”

Zhao Jia looked up at Cao Song, shook his head, and said, "I don't expect him to be filial or promising, as long as he can become a sensible adult as soon as possible, I have nothing else to ask for."

While talking, Zi Lan brought Zhao Jia's medicine.

Cao Song reached out to take it, walked to the side of the kang, bent down, put his hands in front of Zhao Jia, and whispered: "Mother, the medicine is ready!"

Zhao Jia stared at Cao Song for a while, and finally fell on the severed finger of his left hand, and the circles of his eyes were red again.She turned her head sideways, wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief, then took the medicine bowl, brought it to her mouth, and drank it with her head up...

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In Wutong Garden, Chu Yu was sitting on the edge of the kang, slowly rocking the cart, humming softly:

yo-cha, babu-cha,
Little Gege was sleeping leisurely.

Little Gege sleeps, covered with flower quilts.

The dog does not bark, the wind does not blow,
Little Gege, sleep quietly...

After Tianhui was sound asleep, Chu Yu stopped her voice, and signaled her and Xicai to send the rocking cart to the Dongwu Nuan Pavilion.She was tall, picked up the work in the sewing dustpan on the kang, sat under the lamp in front of the kang table, and started to do it.

Seeing Xiyun, he hurried forward to pick up lanterns, and said: "It hurts your eyes at night, so let's do it later."

In Chu Yu's hand was a small pouch with a tiger's head, which was embroidered with flat stitch, with silver thread mixed into the silk thread, and it was more than half embroidered.This thing is hung by children to pretend to eat.

Chu Yu didn't put it down, but raised her hand, licked the needles on her temples, and said, "I don't have time during the day, and I just sewed a few stitches before my son-in-law came back. Although before, I had someone send me to Jiangning , but this time it feels different."

At the end, Chu Yu's expression became more and more gentle, touching the little tassels that had been tied under the purse, his eyes were a little more yearning and joyful...

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Let's wash up and sleep, the second shift may be in the early morning, or tomorrow at noon, oh, oh, please ask for monthly tickets and recommended tickets. . . . .

(End of this chapter)