Yixiu's Rebirth: Sending Bai Lianhua's Sister to Become a Concubine

Yixiu received the letter and hurried to Heshun Teahouse.

Ever since the previous incident, Jinghua was unwilling to come to the mansion again.

She thought Jinghua wanted to talk about Li Rongbao, but unexpectedly Jinghua mentioned disaster relief.

"These merchants in Beijing are very deep. What you said is a good idea, but it is a little difficult to implement."

Yixiu naturally remembered the three-year natural disaster known as the "Great Famine in Shanzuo".

In the previous life, some people tried to gather wealthy families to accomplish this task, but it was really difficult and in the end it was nothing.

In the 13th year of Emperor Kangxi's reign, in order to deal with the Three Feudatories Rebellion, the imperial court temporarily opened up the practice of donations. The world had not been peaceful in those years, and every time donations were offered, fewer and fewer people responded.

These officials and royal relatives in the capital will definitely donate, but it may be difficult to get the rich families to ask.

Jinghua said: "I have thought of a way these days, but I don't know if it will work."

"You can tell me any method you want. It doesn't matter if it doesn't work."

"In order to attract more customers, merchants in Beijing are doing everything they can."

"If they could grant honorary titles or plaques based on the amount of silver donated, and encourage more people to visit their shops, I'm afraid they would be willing to do so."

Yixiu had read in a book that when a dynasty was about to perish, it would often resort to such means, but those people had no profit in it, and no one was willing to donate silver even if they were granted some honorary positions.

But Yixiu knew that the Qing Dynasty would prosper day by day.

After Yinzhen ascended the throne, the people lived even more prosperously than they do today, and naturally they had enough money to buy things in these shops.

So this was of no use when the country was about to perish, but it should be useful now.

This method is not new, it's just useful.

This method was not used in the previous life, so Yixiu did not think of it for a moment.

Jinghua's words gave her great inspiration.

After Yixiu told Yinzhen this, Yinzhen was silent for a long time.

Yi Xiu said: "I think this is feasible. If it is accomplished, it will be considered a merit."

"I'm thinking about more than just this one thing." Yinzhen tapped the table with his hand, "If I can raise this amount of money... I can go to Shandong to provide disaster relief..."

Yixiu couldn't help but say, "Good idea."

"This matter is now a big worry for the Emperor. My elder brother and second brother are probably unwilling to take over this matter. If you accept it, you will be able to gain further favor in the Emperor's heart."

"But there is a problem. If Silang takes the initiative to take on this matter, I'm afraid my eldest and second brothers will become suspicious."

Yinzhen said to himself, "It would be great if my eldest brother and my second brother could fight each other."

Yixiu recalled the major events that took place in the 42nd year of Kangxi's reign.

In May this year, Emperor Kangxi executed Soetu.

"Si Lang, when you mentioned this, it reminded me of the southern tour last year. The crown prince suddenly had an intestinal abscess in Dezhou, and the emperor asked Lord Soetu to come and take care of him. However, Soetu had just been reprimanded by the emperor. At this time, the emperor allowed Lord Soetu to get close to the crown prince, and he was not afraid that the crown prince and Soetu would plot something."

"I don't know if Big Brother will make a fuss about this matter, so that they can start fighting each other, and naturally they won't have the extra energy to pay attention to us."

Yixiu's words reminded Yinzhen that he should indeed pay more attention to Soetu, perhaps he could get some clues about him.

It's true, as soon as Yinzhen went to observe Soetu, he found something wrong.

He discovered that someone was following Suo Etu.

Originally, Soetu should not have let his guard down so much that he did not notice someone was following him.

But he may have been too confident and ignored these details.

Yinzhen followed the clues and found out that the person who followed Soetu was Yinzhi's man.

It seems that Yinzhi is really preparing to take action against Yinreng.

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Yixiu plans to take the lead in fundraising together with Jinghua and Uncle Changhai.

Jinghua has been doing business outside for a long time now, and she is very clear about the needs of these merchants.

She asked around and came to a rough conclusion.

With Chang Hai's assistance, this matter should be a sure thing.

However, what kind of reward, how much, and what level of reward should be given to the wealthy families who pay donations all need to be decided by the emperor.

So, when Emperor Kangxi was extremely worried about the situation in Shandong, Yinzhen came to ask for a meeting.

Yinzhen explained his ideas and then came up with a detailed plan.

Emperor Kangxi took a look and found that it was indeed feasible.

It's not that the imperial court was unable to provide the disaster relief money, but the court needed money everywhere. If someone could take the initiative to donate money, Emperor Kangxi would naturally accept it with a smile.

"You will be responsible for this matter."

After receiving the order, Yinzhen further put forward his own ideas.

"Father, I want to go to Shandong to provide disaster relief."

Emperor Kangxi was stunned for a moment.

Now that the disaster in Shandong is serious, everyone would avoid this task for fear of being held responsible if they fail to do it well. Why would Yinzhen take the initiative to volunteer at this time?

“The situation in Shandong is not good right now.”

"You know, it is precisely because the situation in Shandong is not good that you have to go and share your father's worries."

"Moreover, the people of Shandong are also the people of our Qing Dynasty. Although I cannot empathize with the suffering of the Shandong people, I feel very sad when I see it in my heart."

"My son only hopes that the Qing Dynasty will have good weather and good harvests, and that the people can live and work in peace and contentment."

Emperor Kangxi looked at Yinzhen again.

Compared with the sacrifice to Mount Tai last year, Yinzhen has not changed much now, but Emperor Kangxi feels that everything about him has changed.

Emperor Kangxi was also very happy that he was willing to take on this difficult task at this time.

"Then I'll leave this matter to you. If you need anything in Shandong, just tell me. Also, think carefully about who you should bring with you."

Since Yinzhen had made sufficient preparations, there was no need for him to pretend to be prudent at this time.

"My son plans to take Ulanara Xinghui with him, as well as Wen Xumo from the Imperial Hospital, Nian Gengyao from the Hanlin Academy, and Li Wei from the Ministry of Revenue."

"My son has learned that many people are now fleeing to Hebei and southwestern Shandong. There have been cases of cannibalism, and banditry is also very serious. Many people are dying of starvation, and when the weather warms up, there will be another plague."

"My son brought a few people with him. Li Wei will help my son manage the money and grain. Xinghui will deal with the bandits, and Doctor Wen will deal with the plague. Although Nian Gengyao is young, he is good at adapting and can communicate with Shandong officials."

Emperor Kangxi had just guessed that Yinzhen must have been prepared in advance, but he was also surprised that what he said was so detailed and comprehensive.

It seems that the fourth brother's talent is not inferior to Baoqing and Baocheng.

"Since you have thought so carefully, then do it this way."

"How to save the famine? Please write a memorial later. This matter is of great importance. If it is feasible, the Eight Banners and Six Departments will cooperate with you."