novelhk Chapter 450 Reluctance
Chapter 450 Reluctance
I was previously ignorant of the parts, or only knew the general meaning of the parts, but after Master Liaoyuan explained them in such a simple and easy-to-understand way, I felt like my mind was suddenly opened. So this is how it is, and there is also this allusion in it? The origin, background, extended meaning and social significance of a certain sentence, etc.
It seems that she should come to this kind of Dharma Assembly more often and listen more, which will do no harm.
After the ceremony, Shen Ruyi brought Changle and the others to formally pay respect to the princess and chat with her before leaving. They also stayed to have a vegetarian meal before returning home.
Then all the vegetables that Shen Ruyi grew in the greenhouse and could not finish eating at home were put online. In addition to supplying Meiyuan and Tianxiadiyilou, they were also sold directly in the shop where watermelons were sold before.
The selling price is even higher than the original price of strawberries. Even with the purchase restrictions, people in Beijing are buying them like crazy. After half a winter, people are seeing green leafy vegetables again, and their eyes are almost green. It is so rare.
Many wealthy families with strong capital will buy their own greenhouses to grow flowers, but no one can currently grow winter vegetables. Firstly, the cost is too high and not cost-effective; secondly, the existing technology is not up to the task. They cannot solve the problem of photosynthesis, and the same goes for insulation.
As a result, a large amount of money flowed into the pockets of Shen Ruyi and the young prince. This was the exclusive business, which was completely controlled by the seller.
After the various vegetables that were sent out during the Chinese New Year were cleared away, the second batch of seedlings that had been grown could be transplanted.
Of course, the layer of soil on top of the land was directly cleared out and replaced with a layer of fermented beneficial fertilizer to avoid affecting the subsequent yield.
But now, even though others knew that Shen Ruyi, a child, had made a lot of money, many people were jealous, but no one dared to take action easily. It's not that they are not jealous and don't want to take action, but at least they don't dare.
After some evaluation, they decided that it was too risky to attack him. They simply couldn't afford the risk. They had families to support and there was a high risk of sequelae. So, they temporarily gave up these thoughts.
Everyone loves money, but you have to have a life to spend it.
Of course, those who never thought of taking action both loved and hated Shen Ruyi. What they loved was that he always had precious things in his hands, which made everyone's life better, and even their health better than before.
What they hate is that the price is too high, and their wallets can't afford it. No matter how much money they have at home, they can't afford it. Don't buy it, they can't afford it. They are addicted to eating other people's food. If they hadn't asked the imperial physician to check it several times and repeatedly confirmed that it was good food and safe to eat, they would have thought that the other party had poisoned them.
The official's own pockets are now full and he can be considered a wealthy man. He is no longer as envious of Shen Ruyi's ability to make money as before.
Maybe, he has figured it out. I am still envious, but my mentality is now very stable and there are no waves.
Ever since the vegetables came out, Shen Ruyi has been showing filial piety to him as an official, sending him vegetables almost every two days. He has never stopped having fresh vegetables and strawberries, and now his appetite has become so picky.
This winter was the most comfortable winter he had had in all those years. Not only did he eat well, but his health was also better than before. The imperial physician had checked him and said that his physical functions were now better than those of a 20-year-old boy.
He knew better than anyone that this was all thanks to Heitan. As long as Heitan was around, he would have no problem living for a few more decades. He felt that he could break the ancient curse of emperors not living long. Maybe he could go down in history because of this.
The most important thing is that the imperial court is now almost under his control. Even if there are those who are not very obedient, at least they don't dare to do it openly and know to put their claws away. Of course, he is not idle either and is always ready.
Now he is the one in charge, not the ministers, and the atmosphere in the court is better than before. He is no longer angry when attending court, and he even has the mood to watch the people below fight for fun.
This is all thanks to Xiao Heitan, and of course also to that little fool Mo Chi.
After the first month of the lunar year, the Chinese New Year is officially over. The branches begin to sprout, and the Big Buddha Temple project has to resume with the remaining finishing work.
The garrison troops in the capital were also about to return, so Shen Ruyi sent a batch of food and fodder to them as a token of gratitude. First, to thank them for their help in recent times, and second, to thank them for protecting the peace of the capital.
These garrison troops gained a lot of weight due to the generous care provided by Shen Ruyi. When they left, they were all unhappy and reluctant to leave, and they almost cried.
The main reason is that the accommodation and food here are good. At night, they sleep on a heated kang and use charcoal freely. They have never had such treatment before. This winter is so comfortable.
Also, you can eat as much as you want, as long as you are full. There is meat at every meal, and there is even wine, but the supply is limited because people are afraid that drinking will cause problems.
In previous years, when winter came, they almost always saved food. It was difficult to even get enough to eat, let alone meat.
I have never had a good life, nor did I feel the hardship of my past life. Now I am living a happy life, but when I think about having to live the same life as before in the future, I suddenly feel that the future is so despairing.
For example, the soldiers on the frontier can only eat until they are 70% to 80% full when there is a war, and it is a good day if they can eat until they are 50% full during the daily rest period.
Many times, if the imperial court's food and fodder were not delivered in time, they would have to starve.
Of course Shen Ruyi didn't know all this, and didn't know that the garrison troops were so reluctant to let go. She just felt that it had not been easy for them and they had worked hard enough. Since they had come here, they must be well fed and watered.
I was always worried that they would be hungry or cold, so I arranged for my subordinates to deliver enough food and fodder.
However, from beginning to end, she, Yiren Manju and others never appeared in front of these soldiers. They sent their own people to connect with them.
You still have to avoid what you should avoid. This is the military, and things are particularly sensitive. Don't touch what you shouldn't touch. It's better to be careful.
No emperor would want his troops to have private dealings with other people, especially someone like her who has a large amount of silver and food. If she wants to do something, it is very easy.
This is a sensitive matter. The government gave her so much face and trusted her so much to agree to it. She must be sensible and live up to this trust. The kindness between people is mutual.
With money, food, and an army, what can't be done? It's not a big deal to unify the world. Which superior can tolerate you?
Fortunately, Shen Ruyi loves peace, knows the hardships of the common people, does not love power, and does not have any big pursuits. Otherwise, it would only be a matter of time before she subverts the world and seizes power.