Red Mansions: My Book is Cool

Lin Mingan felt that he had already revealed the matter to Lin Ruhai, and he just wanted to say one more word to him: Goodbye, and it is best never to see each other again!From now on, he will live his own life, and the four major families, the Crimson Pearl Fairy, the psychic treasure, and the Twelve Beauties of the Red Chamber have nothing to do with him.

Lin Ming also expressed his attitude with practical actions.Two days later, he and Lin Qing packed their luggage, got on the official boat that was at the pier, and headed straight for the capital.Wave your hand without taking away a cloud.

Maybe some people will be excited when they come to this world, ready to have a romantic love with the goddess Lin Daiyu, Xue Baochai or other nobilities in their hearts; The fate of Hong Yicry, Wan Yan Tong Bei'; more people want to support Sister Lin wholeheartedly, Dou Jia Mansion, let Sister Lin live a happy, healthy, prosperous life, that is the only thing they (they) they come to this world significance.

But Lin Mingan only thought it was ridiculous, why did he live for a character in the book?He has his own ideals and aspirations, and he always has to do something so that his life in this world is not in vain.In this life, he has loving parents, a lovely younger sister, and a harmonious family relationship. He is their reliance and pride.It is his responsibility and pursuit to make them live happily and comfortably.As a half-brother whose biological mother and himself were not treated kindly by Lin Ruhai and Jia Min, he would not blame Lin Daiyu because she was innocent.This is thanks to the moral principles and the concept of the rule of law that he developed in his previous life, which did not allow him to take revenge such as repaying his mother and daughter.But if he is allowed to repay grievances with kindness without any grievances, send warmth to Lin Daiyu, and help everywhere, he is not a saint!He was worried that if he really did this, Zhang Dong'er's coffin would be overwhelmed!

The person in the Dream of Red Mansions suddenly came out of the book and stood in front of him alive, of course he would feel curious.However, after being curious, what to do, or what to do!He has always been a person with a cold nature, he only cherishes and protects those who love himself and himself!

When they arrived in the capital, Lin Qing and Lin Mingan settled down first.Song Song, the steward of the Lin family, and Wang Xingyun, the steward lent by the Li family, rented a house in the capital city where they were lent, waiting for them to move in.According to Lin Ming'an's instructions, he had to choose a house in the capital.Originally, Lin Mingan took out 8000 taels of silver, and Chen prepared another 2000 taels.With a base of 1 taels of silver, the two searched around the capital, and picked out two houses that they thought were good.

One is a small courtyard with two entrances. Each entrance has a main house and eight side rooms. There are sixteen decent houses in total. They are all paved with green bricks. They are clean and fresh, and they are spacious to live in.With a large cross-court, you can place servants.In the middle of the two courtyards, there is a small garden with various flowers and plants already planted, but the trees are not tall enough to compare with the lush ancient trees and lush flowers and trees in the Lin family's house in Xuzhou.Both of them felt that this house was located in the capital city, a family of four lived well, and the price was also suitable.

As soon as the news of Lin Qing conferring titles and officials reached the capital, Wang Xingyun discussed with Song Song.Wang Xingyun thought that Lin Qing's current status was not what it used to be. The house he chose was surrounded by middle-class families, and it was good for people to live in, but it was a little unworthy for the nobleman and the sixth-rank official.Maybe, after staying for a year or two, the house will be changed again.

So, the two began to look around the house again.A set of houses came into their eyes.This is a four-entry house located on Changbai Street, close to the official city. It is more than twice as spacious as the first house, and the layout is also good. The current owner is a fifth-rank civil servant in a cold yamen. He has no money and no money. Come to repair, it looks a bit dilapidated.Now, the civil servant is going to retire and return home, and the house is going to be sold.The price is not low, the asking price is 2 taels, and they are picky about buyers, only willing to sell to officials or scholars.Because the neighbors around are not white men.Buying a house in this world is not something you can buy as you want, and the owner can sell it as you want, and the neighbors have to agree to it.Many wealthy businessmen came to this house and were willing to pay the price, but at the last question, they all left disgruntled.

The two hurried to the door, and the homeowner was willing to hear them tell the identity of the owner, and said that the neighbors around would have no objection.It's just that the price, the two of them can't decide, it's too much more than what Lin Qing gave them.Although the house is good, after buying it, it needs to be well repaired, which will cost a lot of money.I had no choice but to explain the situation to the owner. The owner will come to the capital in a few days and discuss it slowly.

Accompanied by Lin Ming'an, Lin Qing visited the two houses, and made a quick decision: buy the one on Changbai Street, and at the same time discuss with the owner of the first house, offering a good price and renting it for a year.

"Father, the four-entry house on Changbai Street will be more suitable for us to live in in the future. Maybe, in a few years, we will change to a more decent residence. Although the two-entry house is not bad, it is quite comfortable to live in now. Comfortable. But with Dad’s current status, it’s a bit rough. If I’m famous in Xingbang, I’ll be appointed as an official. When we bring Aniang and Yi’an to the capital, we still need a group of servants to serve, and it will be very crowded , didn’t you wrong A Niang and Yi’an?” Lin Mingan explained to Lin Qing.

"It's just that the price of the four-entry house is quite expensive. I saw it inside, and it's quite dilapidated, and it needs a lot of money to repair it. It can't be completed without ten thousand taels. The furniture inside is unusable. You need to buy something else. This will add up to a considerable amount. We must keep some money in our hands, and the capital will cost a lot. If this time, if you fail the exam, you will stay in the capital and ask the teacher to find it for you. It’s a good academy, and we’ll study hard for the next subject. For our family, two courtyards are enough. My father doesn’t care about fame. After a while, try to get a good position. There is also future communication with colleagues, so why don’t you need money? The salary of a new official is not high.” Lin Qing thought about Lin Mingan, even though he liked the big house, he was reluctant to buy it .

"Father, 'I am born to be useful, and I will come back after all my wealth is gone'!" Lin Mingan said confidently: "There are many ways to make money, all you need is time and opportunity!"

"For example, I knew about the method of drying salt before. It's just that, when my father was admitted to Juren, and the emperor was just enthroned, he especially needed auspicious omens of political achievements to add glory. Only by showing it at this time can the benefits be maximized. This is 'Heaven and earth have the same power, but heroes are not free!'" If the Supreme Emperor is still in power now, Dad will definitely not be rewarded so generously.

"Also, my cousin Shan and I are going to build a winery to make wine, and the profit will not be bad." The famous Moutai has been selling well for more than a hundred years, and the water quality there is special, which is incomparable elsewhere.Not to mention, the pure fine wine brewed by the refining and distillation method that I taught, and the wines on the market that are similar in strength to rice wine and have a somewhat cloudy color, it is a proper suspension.It was only the first place, and there are many places that can produce good wine.Wuliangye is a famous liquor in Sichuan. It is produced in Yichuan, but he can't remember the specific place name.However, don't be too busy, after Cousin Shan's first wine shop is successful, attracted by the huge profits, he will naturally be interested in visiting it.

"Song Song has gone around all the restaurants in the capital, and it seems that the hot pot in Sichuan hasn't been passed on yet." Lin Mingan said with a smile.

"Do you want to open a hot pot restaurant in the capital?" Lin Qing shook his head: "Where do you have such energy now? Besides, if you are not familiar with the place, you don't have such a manpower. It's inconvenient everywhere."

"No, if we sell this method and the recipes of various base materials and dipping materials prepared by our family, can we also receive a sum of money?"

"Or, let's make this seasoning specifically for sale in the future?" Seasoning is not very eye-catching, but if it becomes bigger, the total amount will be considerable. From the beginning of the seasoning, to the supply to various vendors, customers think it is delicious and pay for it, and then develop to the establishment of Laoganma's sauce empire.This is the best portrayal of 'the number one scholar in every line'.Moreover, this kind of non-obvious mountain, no dew, will not infringe on the interests of others, and save a lot of trouble.

But now is not the best time to do this business, it will be easier to operate when Dad and I have a firm foothold.

"House prices in the capital will always rise, and it's a good deal to buy a good house. At most, we'll be nervous for a while. Dad, the most important thing now is that you go to the Ministry of Officials to get an official position, and I will have an exam."

"Yes, then I will listen to you." Lin Qing finally accepted his son's opinion as always.

"As for Dad's official position, I think Dad has always been the chief bookkeeper. He is used to documents and accounts, and has practical experience in handling affairs. In addition to the method of drying salt presented, the official department will probably appoint a An errand in the Ministry of Households or the Ministry of Works. This is the most suitable way for Dad to do things in a practical way. Dad, do you still remember our family’s account book and the method of accounting I used? At that time, the official The Ministry asked you to inquire in person, you can find an opportunity to show it, it will be of some use."

Half a month later, Lin Qing was ready to report to the Ministry of Officials.A Juren was originally insignificant in the eyes of the officials of the Ministry of Civil Affairs.Those who can enter the gate of the official department are basic scholars.But this is a person whom the emperor personally ordered to commend. He has been given an official title, but has not been assigned an official position. The Ministry of Officials will make appropriate arrangements according to the situation to satisfy the emperor.Therefore, the officials of the official department did not dare to treat Lin Qing perfunctorily, and asked him about his experience and director in detail.

Lin Qing answered very sincerely, he didn't blindly put gold on his face, he didn't underestimate himself, he was neither humble nor overbearing, which made the officials in the official department look at him with admiration, and he nodded secretly, thinking that Lin Qing was a person who could actually do things. Suitable?

When inspecting the accounts, Lin Qing kept in mind Angle's instructions, and inadvertently showed Arabic numeral calculations and special accounting methods.The people in the official department were surprised, they had never seen anything like this before.I found the accountant who has accumulated many years to look at it, and they all said that it is clear at a glance, and this method of bookkeeping is also novel and practical, and it is much better than the original one.Although the people in the official department are not very good at calculating accounts, they can remember the Arabic numerals clearly with naked eyes. It can be seen that Lin Qing has some real skills.Besides, this is the person the emperor wants to promote, and no one wants to make things difficult for the emperor.

Therefore, the Ministry of Officials took advantage of the opportunity to submit a memorial, describing in detail the process of investigating Lin Qing, and naturally Lin Qing's Arabic numerals and accounting methods would not be missed.Yan Dao, based on Lin Qing's ability in this area, suggested that he arrange for the Ministry of Work.

The newly enthroned Emperor Yongjia couldn't help being a little interested, and specially called Lin Qing to meet him once. The method of drying salt is indeed of great importance, and giving such honors is also a sign of the court's favor.

Lin Qing never imagined that in his lifetime, he would have the opportunity to meet Supreme. He was extremely nervous and deeply honored.Lin Mingan thought of a way to comfort Lin Qing, and prepared with him how to answer the emperor's question, and advised him not to be nervous.Actually, to be honest, Lin Ming'an was also quite nervous. Although he had seen the world in his previous life, how could meeting the top leaders of the country be like meeting ordinary people?In particular, the one you want to see is the emperor in the feudal era, the emperor who can kill him!Daddy must be careful.

"This man is very interesting, old six!" After Lin Qing kowtowed respectfully and stepped back, Emperor Yongjia said to King Zhongshun who walked into the hall.King Zhongshun is the younger brother of his mother and compatriots, and his love is different from others, and he is a loyal supporter of Emperor Yongjia.On the surface, King Zhongshun was dissolute and absurd, but in fact he knew how to measure. If Emperor Yongjia was inconvenient to say, he would say it;He has no greed for imperial power, so Emperor Yongjia trusts him very much.

"Brother Huang, is that Lin Qing the one who offered the method of drying salt?" King Zhongshun asked, "How do you plan to arrange him, Brother Huang?"

"The Ministry of Officials suggested that he be placed in the Ministry of Industry. The Ministry of Industry is in charge of all kinds of work in the world and can do some practical things. I plan to let him be the head of the Ministry of Industry first. If he does well, he will be promoted soon."

"This arrangement is very appropriate. The head of the Ministry of Industry happens to be the official title of the sixth rank." Zhongshun Wang said.

"The method of drying salt, Lin Qing said at the beginning that his son had figured it out. He didn't want to take credit for his son, but his son insisted on honoring his father. During the inspection by the Ministry of Officials, he knew the new accounting method, When I asked about it, he hurriedly said that it was taught to him by his son. Looking at his situation, I was afraid that he would wrong his son. But father and son love each other deeply!" Emperor Yongjia couldn't help sighing.Blood relationship is a luxury in the royal family.But precisely because of the scarcity, there will be some longing in my heart.

"Interesting!" King Zhongshun said with a smile, "I heard that his son is also a Juren, so it's rare for both father and son to pass in one subject!"

"Lin Qing is the emperor's brother who rewarded him with an official position. Is his son going to take part in the examination? This year is the year of the Chunwei competition."

"His son should not be very old. A young scholar who can read, master all kinds of crafts and spells, is much better than those scholars who are dead-educated! I was wandering around the capital, and I saw some scholars who went to the capital to take the exam. The sons are in their tens of years, and they still come to take the exam again and again. Even if they pass the exam, how many years can they be officials and contribute to the court? Could it be that they are seventy and eighty years old, and they can still do things? " King Zhongshun curled his lips.

Emperor Yongjia also quite agreed with King Zhongshun's opinion in his heart, but he needed to stop him: "It is reasonable for the country to select scholars! Don't talk nonsense!"

After pondering for a while, he said: "Age is still second. I choose scholars to select talents who are capable of contributing to the country. No matter how good the literary talents are, they can only recite poetry and composition, and it is useless if they have no ability to govern. I look at this year's exam questions. The ratio of importance should be lowered, and the weight of policy and theory should be increased. More practical examples should be cited, and the candidates should be given solutions to see how capable they are in government affairs. There is also a test for spells. Whether the son is a talent or not, we have to wait We'll find out after the test. Oh, what's his name?" Emperor Yongjia turned his face and asked Dai Quan, who was waiting on the sidelines.

"Your Majesty, Lin Qing's son, his name is... is Lin Ming'an." Dai Quan tried hard to remember that he had to know the details of the people summoned by Emperor Yongjia first.

"Oh." Emperor Yongjia didn't say anything more.Dai Quan memorized this name, the emperor has already paid attention to this person, as to whether he can be reused in the future, it depends on his own good fortune.