Zhou Shuren was so proud and boastful. You finally know how good my wife is. He was too excited. He used to pretend to be dead and keep silent, but today he said a lot more.
Today, the emperor summoned his ministers to discuss people's livelihood and various industries. The emperor saw the efficiency and thought more about it. The efficiency of various industries was too low, the technology had not been improved for many years, and many industries were stuck in the old ways without innovation. He was anxious as he watched the investigation.
One hundred and fifty wen for a newspaper is very telling. Although the court could make a lot of money from one hundred and fifty wen, as an emperor, he hoped that more people could afford to buy newspapers.
Zhou Shuren said, "It would be much easier if the imperial merchants could take the lead in improving technology."
The Xu family, which was almost wiped out in the past, has now become the largest imperial merchant. The emperor trusts the Xu family very much, and the Xu family has lived up to this trust and has become more and more low-key in recent years. He has always had a good impression of the Xu family.
As long as the emperor talks to the Xu family, the Xu family will know what to do. You know, the Xu family’s business is very broad and involves all industries.
Lord Wen, "I agree with Marquis Zhou's proposal. We can send someone to talk to the Royal Merchants first."
The Emperor looked at the Minister of Works. His father and he would give money to the Ministry of Works for research and development every year, and the Ministry of Works already had a lot of good technologies.
The Minister of Industry spoke up, "The Ministry of Industry has been continuously researching and improving some technologies."
Zhou Shuren knew that the Minister of Industry liked to say that he would keep half and half. If he said that it was some, it must be a lot of improvements. He thought that the patent fees could be raised, with most of it flowing into the Ministry of Revenue and a small part left for the Ministry of Industry to continue research. His eyes lit up more and more, "It's all silver."
Your Majesty, "..."
Ministers, "... "
They saw the burning look in Zhou Shuren's eyes, as if he wanted to eat the Minister of Works. The Minister of Works could not help but take a step back. It was the first time that he was stared at so passionately by the Minister of Revenue. He could not stand it. Every month when he asked for money, the Minister of Revenue always avoided him!
Zhou Shuren cleared his throat. "Don't look at me like that. I want to ask how much technology has been improved? Have you done a comparison? Hey, make a list for me later?"
The prince held back his laughter and turned his head away. The emperor was also amused. He thought Zhou Shuren must have some new ideas.
Zhou Shuren walked out of the government hall with a smile on his face but he was thinking about something in his heart. In ancient times, the world belonged to the emperor, and due to factors such as inconvenient transportation, no one really cared about patents. The royal family or the powerful could get people to offer them just by opening their mouths.
If the patent fee is established, a patent law will be introduced accordingly. Now it is based on protecting the interests of the court, and it will change in the future. He is not in a hurry.
Zhou Shuren sighed, "I really am a person who loves to plant seeds."
Old Master Wen walked slowly and heard it. He twitched his beard. Sometimes he really couldn't understand Zhou Hou's thoughts. What did this sentence mean? Farming
Zhou Shuren saw that Mr. Wen stopped and smiled, "Old man, I heard that you want to send your sixth grandson to the Propaganda Department?"
Elder Wen's face darkened. "Who told you that?"
Zhou Shuren, "Is it still a secret?"
Elder Wen took a deep breath and said, "That's not the case."
"Oh, then I guessed wrong."
"Didn't you hear that?"
Zhou Shuren smiled and said, "It was a slip of the tongue."
Mr. Wen, "..."
I’m so angry. If he talks to me again, he won’t be named Wen!
Zhou Shuren saw Master Wen leave angrily, and looked up at the sky. Hmm, the sky was really blue today. He stroked his beard and thought about the Sixth Young Master Wen. This illegitimate son was so extraordinary that he could actually get the top resources of the Wen family. The Propaganda Department was indeed a good place, but it was a pity that it was difficult to get in.
Why did he know? Who made him have a good son-in-law? Thinking of the son-in-law, his status is indeed noble, but it also restricts the son-in-law. The son-in-law is just an acting person in charge. He will retire after a few years of hard work. It is really a brick that the emperor is good at using. He can move it wherever he is needed! At the Wang family, Tao saw Yu Lu changed her clothes and arrived, "Wait for the two children to come, and we will go to congratulate your grandmother together."
Yu Lu was filled with pride, Dean, your grandma is truly an amazing woman!
Lin said, "Mother, do you want to send someone to ask about what Auntie asked of you?"
Tao has already sent someone to ask once, but to no avail. "Okay, send someone to ask again."
Lin said: "The reaction in the capital must be significant."
Tao was surprised even she was, let alone the others. She felt a little strange in her heart. She could only stay in the back house, while Zhulan was already in charge of the academy. The gap seemed to have widened.
When Tao arrived at Zhou Hou's mansion, people coming and going in the mansion were all there to congratulate her as they had heard the news. Tao went to the backyard and met Qi.
Zhulan smiled and said, "I am coming."
"How can I not come to your big wedding? Oh, please let me take a good look at Dean Yang."
Zhulan, "So from now on, you can call me Dean Yang?"
Tao sat down and smiled, "Okay."
Qi continued, "When the renovation is complete, you must invite us to visit so that we can learn more."
Zhulan said: "I will definitely invite you to visit and see my layout."
Tao asked, "You are the dean, who assists you?"
Zhulan did not hide it, "There is a female official in the palace who is the vice president, and the others authorized me to choose the person."
Tao's eyes widened, "It's a lot of power, but are all women in the women's college women?"
Zhu Lan nodded, "It is indeed necessary to avoid suspicion."
It is not good to separate the rooms and allow men to enter and leave. This was still a rule in ancient times.
Qi continued, "Have you decided who to ask for guidance?"
Zhulan smiled, "Don't worry, I have a plan in mind."
With the emperor's authorization, she can hire someone. The medical department has a female doctor, and the original embroidery teacher does not need to be hired separately. There are also candidates for other people.
Qi was relieved. She was afraid that Yang might be in trouble. After thinking for a while, she said, "If you have any difficulties, just tell us. We have been the head of the family for so many years and can help you."
Zhulan sincerely thanked them, "Thank you, if there is anything I can't solve, I will definitely not hesitate."
Later, Yao Yao came with her two daughters to congratulate them. Even though Yao Yao seldom went out, her presence still reminded the guests of the Yao family.
So Yao Yao left after a short while, and the other guests also left after sitting for a while.
Zhulan rubbed her stiff face. She just wanted to lie down and rest.
In the Ministry of Rites, Chang Yi met the stiff Second Prince. The Second Prince had done a lot of things, but in the end all his plans were in vain, and Ji Deming did not gain any benefits.
It is very difficult to climb up the official ranks in the Ministry of Rites. If the Second Prince does not get a good job, Ji Deming will have a hard time.
Chang Yi came out for a walk and went back to the house. His brother-in-law was in charge now and those in the Ministry of Rites dared not interfere. Then he thought of his son. His son was smart. Recently, his son had been studying the letters he brought back and asking the master for advice. So what if he was just a scholar? It was his son's credit that he compiled a book of engraving that could be promoted.
It was a pity that the emperor had arranged for people to edit other books, otherwise, he would have found a way to get the secret letters for his son.