I do research in ancient times

Chapter 117

Of course Patriarch Peng understands the movement of pushing fingers.

But he didn't want to understand, because it was really an expensive move.

The Peng family is indeed rich. Channing produces rice and is a famous silk town in Dai County. The Peng family runs the largest rice store and silk workshop in Dai County. Everyone in Dai County knows that the Peng family is rich.

So before Wang Desheng dared to say that there was a noble concubine in his family, it was really not a complete bragging.With Peng's status and financial resources in Dai County, as long as she is willing to bleed, there is still hope for the little lady of the Peng family to become a noble concubine!

However, people have all kinds of characteristics, some wealthy families are generous and generous, while others are more deductive from generation to generation.

This is the case with the Peng family.Although they have occupied Channing City for generations and accumulated a huge amount of wealth, the Peng family's family tradition is that they must save money if they can, do everything possible to save money, and never do business at a loss.

Therefore, although the Peng family is listed in the family tree, but their behavior is a little lacking in grandeur, and they have struggled for many years, but they are only second-rate.

This time the new emperor chose his concubine, Patriarch Peng put all his strength into it.Previously, the Xue family saw the benefits of sending their daughters into the palace, and all the aristocratic families saw it in their eyes, and it was false to say they were not envious.It's just that the family alliance was still there at that time, and they had to take care of each other's faces, and they were worried that they would increase their strength. The emperor would benefit in the end, and the Xue family passed the test like this.

But now, the situation is different.

The three kings came to the throne on their own, and the alliance that has been maintained for a hundred years by the family tree has been torn apart because of standing in line. Now whoever gets the upper hand is likely to take the throne and become the new first-class family in the new dynasty.

No matter how stingy, the Peng family knows how to spend some money that should be spent, and the money is spent for more benefits.

For example, Patriarch Peng really spent a lot of money to choose a concubine this time, and took out a box of gold bars after several days of heartache.He was worried that the people below would be irritable, so he ordered the chief steward, Wang Desheng, to go to Ding'an City in person, and to reimburse him when he came back.

As a result, before Wang Desheng came back, He Yue Jingsheng came.Although the two are friends, but the identities of the friends who came this time are different, and the words they say have ulterior motives, so Patriarch Peng can't let Patriarch Peng think too much.

He wanted to play haha ​​to perfunctory, but his friend knew his temperament too well, so he could see his intention to evade at a glance.

"Brother Zichen."

He Yue Jingsheng patted Patriarch Peng on the shoulder.

"This time, His Majesty's attitude is very firm, and it is definitely not something that you and I can perfunctory."

He suddenly approached Patriarch Peng, lowered his voice and whispered a few words to the other party, and Patriarch Peng's expression changed instantly.

"Really?"

He Yue Jingsheng nodded.

"Naturally."

"According to the news in the palace, His Majesty doesn't care about the family background in choosing a concubine this time, but only depends on the little lady's virtue."

Having said that, he suddenly sneered, with undisguised contempt in his tone.

"What's the virtue of the little lady? It's not because of the family she's born in! I don't have a daughter, but I have one in the Heyue family. The head of the family needs the whole family to do their best."

"Hehe, when it comes to contributing money and efforts, the whole clan needs to do its best. How can it be unfair to only give to the descendants when enjoying the glory and fame?"

"Brother Zichen," He Yuejingsheng took Patriarch Peng's hand and touched it lightly twice.

"Although I represent He Yue's family this time, you and I have known each other for many years, and I will never hide the truth from you."

He pointed his finger up.

"Our Majesty looks at Lu Zhi, but in fact he still has a little color in his heart."

"Not to mention anything else, if my younger brother still wants to get away with it this time, then he will give His Majesty a knife handle, which will destroy the whole family!"

After sending He Yue Jingsheng away, Patriarch Peng paced back and forth in the study, feeling uneasy after thinking about it.

He doubted He Yue Jingsheng's position.Although the two had a close relationship before, the He Yue family was responsible for raising food and grass. He Yue's family also had a young lady to enter the palace this time, so he didn't pay the money and asked other families to pay. Could it be that he wanted to catch the Peng family as a fool? !

But Jingsheng's room does have conflicts with He Yue's family...

In case Jing Sheng's words are not false, it's a small thing to miss the opportunity to stand up, and if he is accused of not obeying the holy order...

Just as he was thinking about it, Patriarch Peng heard a report from someone outside the door, and the head manager Wang Desheng came back.

Hey!Waiting for this kid!

Patriarch Peng was overjoyed, turned around and sat back in front of the case.

"Let Wang Desheng get out!"

Wang Desheng came in by pinch, and he was beaming as soon as he entered the door.

"Congratulations to the Patriarch! Patriarch's luck is overwhelming, and the young one has gained a lot this time!"

Patriarch Peng loved to listen to what Wang Desheng had to say.This old boy can do things with winks, and his mouth is as sweet as honey!When he said the same thing, it made people feel comfortable.

"But you bought Xihai's baby?"

he asked pretending to be serious.

"Exactly!"

Hearing the master's question about the business, Wang Desheng proudly held the wooden box in front of the master Peng, and bowed respectfully.

"Master, please take a look."

The owner of the Peng family opened the wooden box, and the inside was neatly divided into five parts.In one of the small wooden boxes, the remaining four grids are equally divided.

Floral soap, shampoo, toothbrush and toothpaste, and ointments of unknown purpose are all stored in small clean and flawless jars, with patterns painted on them, which look very delicate.

These small jars are smooth and delicate, with smooth and well-proportioned lines, which are works of art in themselves.

"This is……"

The head of the Peng family looked up at Wang Desheng, and Wang Desheng naturally saw that the head of the family was satisfied, and he couldn't hide his pride anymore.

"Patriarch, this is a precious treasure for the royal family of Xihai that I have spent ten days and ten nights guarding at the gate of Ningcun's workshop!",

His hand pointed to the white jars.

"Look at this. In the past, those Xihai merchants trafficked in wooden boxes. This time they used suet bottles. This is a good thing that only the royal family of Xihai can use!"

"Look at the one in the middle."

He pointed to the small wooden box in the middle again.

"This is the palace drug of the Xihai Kingdom. It is specially used to treat headaches, bone pains and general pains. Wherever there is a disease, it will be cured. Take it and you will see miraculous effects!"

Hearing his bragging, Patriarch Peng hesitated a little.

Thaksin in those bottles and jars can be said to be the secret medicine of the palace...

The Peng family itself is an aristocratic family. Naturally, the aristocratic family has accumulated not only letters, but also endless drugs.

As for the family's medicine, the royal family's attitude has always been very sensitive, and they will not easily use the pills presented by the family. If their daughter brings medicine into the palace, she may step on His Majesty's taboo.

"How much did you pay for these?"

Upon hearing this question, Wang Desheng's heart tightened.

He knew that the master had always been stingy, even though a box of gold bars came out this time, if he only bought this little thing, he might still be scolded.

"Of course it's a box of gold... But master, how can I let those Xihai people take advantage of it? I forced them to spare three carts of Xihai fine cloth!"

"Muslin?"

Patriarch Peng looked up.

"What cloth? Is it worth money?"

"Takeaway is naturally expensive, but I have a relationship with the storekeeper Xihai, she can calculate the cheapest price for me..."

"Why don't you spare some valuables!"

Patriarch Peng flicked his sleeves, "Take me to see those cloths."

Wang Desheng responded, knowing that this matter was considered a pass.

He didn't say anything about the discount card, he secretly hid it, planning to hold all the deals with Xihai Store in his own hands in the future.

Although that shop is located in the remote city of Ding'an, the items are really rare, even if there is only a little discount, it is still a big source of income!

The cloth cart had been pulled to the backyard by servants, and when Wang Desheng arrived with Patriarch Peng, servants were unloading goods under the cart.

Patriarch Peng saw the milky white fine cloth at a glance, the tentacles were soft and dense, it was indeed different from the common linen cloth nowadays.

"This is the fine cloth from the West Sea."

Wang Desheng explained attentively at the side.

"It is denser than linen and wind-resistant, and its texture is particularly soft. It is more cold-resistant than silk. It can keep warm and keep out the cold. It is a good product from the West Sea."

"And the price is quite moderate. Although it was given by the little shopkeeper Xihai, it is definitely not as expensive as the silks and satins from our silk workshop!"

This can be said to have reached Patriarch Peng's heart.

The Peng family is rich, and they have a rice cloth shop in their hands, so donating some silk and rice grains is nothing more than a matter of course.

But silk and satin...

Patriarch Peng glanced at the mountain of fine cloth on the cart, and suddenly an idea popped into his mind.

Anyway, if you want to donate, wouldn't it be appropriate to simply donate these free things? !

The three big carts don't look too small, and the loss is not too big. It's better than the three big carts of silk and satin, which saves money!

After figuring out the key to saving money, Patriarch Peng finally felt relieved.

He circled the cart twice, then nodded in satisfaction, and gave instructions to Wang Desheng who was waiting by the side.

"Tell them not to unload it, but pack it all up, and then raise three carts of millet to take to the capital. It can be regarded as my Peng family's devotion to the king and doing my best for the great cause of rebellion."

Wang Desheng was startled, and instantly understood the Patriarch's thoughts. He was afraid that these free cloths were worthless, and planned to use them as military funds to send the emperor away.

He responded, although he still had a smile on his face, but he was unavoidably a little nervous.

In case His Majesty really took a fancy to Xihaibu and asked the Peng family to donate some more for military supplies, where would he go to get a box of gold bars for the shopkeeper Xihaibu! ?If the Patriarch knew that he only bought three carts of cloth with gold, with the patriarch's love of money, it is possible to peel off this layer of skin on him for money!

but……

Wang Desheng smacked his mouth.

It may not be so unlucky.

Now the whole generation of county is offering things to His Majesty, and those aristocratic families are giving good things to each other.In front of the Peng family are the Shi family and the He Yue family. The Xihai fine cloth is not very conspicuous from the outside, so it may not attract His Majesty's attention.

Besides, it was really unlucky to win the lottery. No matter how angry the owner was, he could only bite the bullet and buy cloth.

Now in the entire county, only he knows where the cloth comes from, and this time he buys it, he can be regarded as acquainted with the barbarian lady, and he will probably be responsible for this task in the future.

If no one else interferes, isn't that what he says?At that time, it will be inferred that the Xihai businessman has a black heart and doubled the price of the cloth, and the owner will not believe it.

If this is really the case, it would be a good thing for him, Wang Desheng!

There is a discount card in his hand!If the Peng family really wants to buy a lot in the future, he can deduct a lot of money from it hehehe.

Having figured out the joints, he began to repeatedly tell the servants to be careful when loading the cloth, and wrap the outer layer with water-proof thatch cloth to ensure a beautiful appearance.

After returning home, Wang Desheng saw Tiantian burning incense in the Buddhist hall at home, and only hoped that Xihaibu would gain some momentum and be regarded as a tribute by His Majesty at a glance, then his chance to make Wang Desheng come!