There is a good husband in the crossing house

As soon as Bai Yan appeared, the soldiers protecting the donation box all called out [General Bai], and immediately attracted the attention of everyone around——

Although there are relatively few people collecting donations, there are many people watching the fun.

I saw Bai Yan striding vigorously to the side of the donation box, with a look of disappointment on his face: "My name is Bai Yan, Bai Yan from the Bai family, I am very disappointed, no, it should be said that the whole Bai family is very disappointed. Tens of thousands of soldiers shed their blood at the border to protect the people of Great Xia from the flames of war. But now the soldiers at the border don’t have enough food or clothing to keep warm, but few are willing to lend a helping hand.”

As soon as Bai Yan said this, there was a commotion in the surroundings.

Some people even showed bursts of shame on their faces.

However, in the next second, Bai Yan was suddenly full of pride: "But fortunately, not everyone will ignore our efforts, and there are still some people who remember us. All the people of Daxia who donated silver these days, my Bai family, still To all the soldiers at the border, thank you for your support!"

"Of course, there is another person, Qi Lan, my brother-in-law of Bai Yan, who is also the well-known Mr. Qi, after he heard about His Majesty's collection of military salaries, he specially asked someone to send this!"

As he said that, Bai Yan took out the wooden box that Qi Lan gave him before, panicked a few times in the eyes of everyone, and then handed it to Wei Wu beside him: "Since Qi Lan asked you to send this, you should go to collect donations Bar."

"Okay." Wei Wu nodded with a calm face, took the wooden box, stepped on the ladder next to the donation box, and opened the wooden box.

Immediately, a thick stack of banknotes rushed out of it, making it hard to imagine how so many things were packed in.

Wei Wu and Bai Yan were stunned for a moment. Although they knew that there would be no less, they never expected that there would be so many. After recovering, Wei Wu took a look at Bai Yan, and he was about to put the banknotes in the donation box up.

"Wait a minute!" Seeing that the banknotes were about to fall into the donation box, Bai Yan suddenly called Wei Wu, and then took a deep breath: "My brother-in-law is so kind, but we have to let others know, you count the number first." How much is this, so that people can understand.”

When he said this, Bai Yan's heart was trembling, he had never seen so many bank notes in his life.

Wei Wu didn't speak, but nodded after hesitating for a while.Then he took all the bank notes in his hand, put them one by one into the donation box, and counted while putting them in: "One, two, three..."

Everyone knows that the bank notes are 100 taels each.

At this time, the surrounding discussion became even bigger. Many people were amazed at the generosity of Mr. Qi, and they were also calling on the people around him to call more people over. Mr. Qi, this has become famous in recent years. Noisy Mr. Qi!

Unexpectedly, Mr. Qi is the brother-in-law of General Bai Yan, and there is also a well-informed person who knows who Bai Yan is and knows that he only has two sons. He is also curious when Bai Yan will have a brother and son.

And at this time, someone also recognized that General Bai Yan was not the man who grabbed a brother named Liu Er at the gate of Buzhuang that day?Could it be that he is the brother and son of General Bai Yan?The young man next to that brother, is that Qi Lan?

This news spread among the crowd at an extremely fast speed, and more and more people began to wonder what happened to Bai Yan and Mr. Qi.

At this time, Qiao Mingyue and Bai Yue in the nearby teahouse were also taken aback: "This Qi Lan is too generous, isn't he? How did he come out with so many banknotes?"

Qiao Mingyue thought that Qi Lan just came out with tens of thousands of taels of silver.

But now it seems that this is tens of thousands, maybe 10,000+?

Bai Yue couldn't even speak at this moment, he just nodded his head, his eyes almost popped out, and finally opened his mouth after a long time: "Bai Yan, brother-in-law, how rich is it?"

How much money does Qi Lan have?Qiao Mingyue didn't know either, he only knew a lot, anyway, since he came back from pulling fish from Qi Lan a few years ago, Qi Lan has never stopped making money.Moreover, they were all big transactions, and the wines in the past two years have made him unknowingly much.

Although many things were earned through Qiao Mingyue's hands, in fact Qiao Mingyue didn't count how much money was given to Qi Lan after each dividend.

So he couldn't say how much money Qi Lan had, anyway, it must be quite a lot.

Bai Yue also realized that he asked a stupid question, shook his head and said: "I didn't expect Bai Yan to have such thoughts. He said that first. Then he asked people to count the silver tickets donated by Qi Lan one by one. Let everyone know how much he has donated, so many wealthy businessmen around are watching.

If they were not ashamed, it would certainly be impossible to remain indifferent. "

Unexpectedly, Qiao Mingyue, who was watching Wei Wu counting the bank notes, couldn't help but rolled her eyes: "Who said it was General Bai's attention? This must have been deliberately designed by Qi Lan, if you don't believe me, you can ask later Ask General Bai Yan, maybe when and what expression, Qi Lan has already told them."

"Uh, really?" Bai Yue was a little skeptical, although he hadn't met Qi Lan yet.But Qi Lan was a good person in his impression, how could he have such a scheming plan?

"It must be!" Others don't know, but Qiao Mingyue still doesn't know?Qi Lan just looked at the good guy, but in fact his heart was dark.

Otherwise, how did you come up with this method of soliciting donations and this aggressive method?

Bai Yue stopped talking, he asked himself that Qiao Mingyue didn't understand Qi Lan yet.

Besides, no matter who comes up with the solution, as long as it works.

The two stopped talking, but concentrated on watching Wei Wu counting the banknotes.

And now they have counted more than 200 bills, and the number of bank notes in their hands has not decreased much. There are more and more people around, not just the people on the main road.Even the surrounding eaves, inns, restaurants, etc. were crowded with people.In the distance, there are still many people rushing over, wanting to see the demeanor of the legendary Young Master Qi.

Well, Mr. Qi is not here, but seeing him donate money is very worthwhile!

"My lord, the people in the palace have been notified, and they will arrive soon."

A palace man bent down and whispered in Qiao Mingyue's ear.

Qiao Mingyue nodded to show that she understood, and waved the man down.

"Three hundred and one, three hundred and two... 330 three..." As the number grew, the voices on the entire street became quieter and quieter. Almost everyone held their breath and listened carefully. The sound of Wei Wu counting silver bills.

Under Qi Lan's instructions, Wei Wu was counting the banknotes.Even with internal force, the sound can travel far.But it doesn't make people feel harsh, but it makes people listen as if it is right next to their ears.

After waiting for half an hour, when the last bank note fell into the donation box, Wei Wu's voice almost spread throughout the venue: "Two thousand!"

"My son, Qi Lan, donated 20 taels of silver to the soldiers who defended the country at the border!"

Wei Wu's last words resounded loudly, resounding through the sky.

"Hiss... Oh my god, it's actually 20 taels!"

"This Mr. Qi is too rich, and he donated so much!"

"No, no, this is patriotism! This is a symbol of Mr. Qi remembering the border soldiers!"

"I only donated two taels of silver just now. Compared with Mr. Qi, I'm nothing but scum."

"Fart, you can't say that, General Bai has already said it, no matter how much it is, it's our intention.

Besides, even if we want to donate so much, we don't have it. Let me tell you, those rich people who have a lot of wealth will be ashamed, and they are not at all comparable to Mr. Qi. "

"No, Mr. Qi has brought out a lot of good grain seeds before, so that we can finally have a few full meals in the past few years. Those seeds are still given to our common people for free. Don't think about other rich people. They only make money from us, but they are reluctant to take it out at all.”

"Yes, yes, Mr. Qi is..."

Similar comments resounded among the countless people around, making some people's faces turn black, but Qiao Mingyue was in a surprisingly good mood: "Qi Lan said that this is called moral kidnapping and public opinion, and those people will not be able to do anything even if they want to. It seems to be working out pretty well.”

Looking across the crowd, apart from those talking a lot, there are also quite a few people with pale faces. These people wear clothes that they think are low-key, but in fact they can be seen at a glance.

Most of these people were wealthy people who were hiding in the crowd. They probably wanted to come and see Qi Lan, but they were slapped in the face like this.

"General Bai." At this time, a trembling old man came out suddenly: "General Bai, my son went to fight at the border, but I am not sad, I know his dream since he was a child was to be able to defend his family and country, even if No, at least his life is worth it."

The old man took out a dirty handkerchief from his pocket and opened it, only a few copper coins inside: "General Bai, this is the money I saved, although a few copper coins are not very useful.

But I still hope that I can do my part so that the soldiers at the border can have more hot meals! "

"Old man, in fact, you don't have to..." Bai Yan was so moved that he quickly reached out to support the old man, and was about to refuse.But when he saw the firm expression on the old man's face, he paused and said again: "Thank you, old man! On behalf of all the soldiers in millions, thank you!"

As he spoke, Bai Yan took the five copper coins and asked the old man's name and age.

Then he personally put five copper coins into the donation box in front of everyone: "72-year-old old man Lin Dashu, donate, five copper coins!"

Bai Yan looked cautious, although it was only five copper coins, but in his heart, it was more important than five hundred and five thousand coins!

None of the people around made a mockery, because most of them had seen the old man, he was a beggar, a beggar who was begging everywhere in the common areas of the capital!

A beggar knows patriotism, let alone other people?

Immediately everyone stood up one after another: "General Bai, I donate..."

"General Bai, I donate too, I donate..."

One by one, they began to take out their money. At this moment, Qiao Mingyue, who was standing by the teahouse nearby, whispered a few words to the people around her, and then signaled Bai Yue beside her to speak out.

Bai Yue was also deeply moved by the old man's actions just now, and now he was reminded by Qiao Mingyue, and finally thought of his own role, and quickly shouted: "Everyone, please calm down, I am Bai Yue, thank you all For the concern of everyone at our border, this is Mr. Qiao Mingyue, and now Mr. Qiao wants to tell you something."

Bai Yue's voice was so loud that it calmed people down almost immediately.

Especially when they heard that the young man next to him was actually Mr. Qiao, they all silenced their voices. This is Mr. Qiao.As long as you have stayed in the capital for a period of time, you will know Mr. Qiao, this is His Majesty's pillow.

Although they are not married, their status is equal to that of the emperor!

Moreover, their Emperor His Majesty only had such a pillow person!

Qiao Mingyue smiled faintly: "Since everyone knows me, you must also know that Qiao can speak for His Majesty today. Here, what I want to tell you is that from now on, all soldiers who died at the border will be killed by the court except They will be given home placement fees.

If their families have nothing to rely on, the imperial court will support them on their behalf. "

"Old people, the imperial court will help them take care of them until the end of their lives, and children, the imperial court will help them raise them up.

As for Fu Lang, whether he wants to remarry or raise children by himself, the court will give him some help. "

While speaking, someone had already come to the old man named Lin Dashu just now, and politely invited him out, which shows that Qiao Mingyue kept what he said.

"There is another thing. I decided to build a record board for fundraising. It will be set up in the most prosperous place in the capital. All the people who donate to the army will be recorded on it for people to look up to!"

Qiao Mingyue said it lightly, but the listeners were excited. This, this is a great thing for everyone to see!

"So now, please line up, take your time, and come one by one, so that we can record and make a record, okay?"

At this time, someone had already carried the table and brought a pen and paper to the front of the donation box.

"Okay, let's line up, line up!" Everyone started to line up.

"Young Master Qiao, the servant was sent by Concubine Jun, and here is a 1 tael silver note.

In addition to those accumulated by Concubine Jun and Taifei over the years, there are also those who just let the slaves go to the pawnshop to pawn some jewelry. The old concubine, the old concubine, felt sorry for the soldiers at the border, and specially asked the slaves to send them over. "

This person's voice was relatively sharp, his face was fair, and his lips were hairless, so he could tell at a glance that he was an eunuch from the palace.

"Okay, thank you Eunuch Li, General Bai, write the name of the concubine too."

Although she knew that Ah Mo would also donate silver, she didn't expect there to be as much as 1 taels. Qiao Mingyue was surprised and immediately realized it.

And the crowd became even more enthusiastic because of the actions of the Concubine Jun.

Concubine Jun, Emperor Li Mochen's aunt, is the only concubine staying in the palace. Among the concubines of the previous emperor, those who had children went to their own children's mansion. The other concubines who were young but had no children, After seeking their own opinions, they took a sum of money and went home one after another. The elderly also took money to leave the palace. They spent most of their lives in this palace. Now that the emperor passed away, they naturally Want to go out and see.

With Qi Lan's stimulation, Qiao Mingyue's decision, and Concubine Jun's mobilization, the atmosphere of fundraising was quickly mobilized, and people lined up one by one to donate money, regardless of the amount.Even if it is one tael of silver and one copper plate, it is also a symbol of their patriotism!

Qiao Mingyue stood at a high place, just in time to see everyone's reactions.

Especially when I saw those who gritted their teeth but had to tell the people around them to go home to get the money, I felt very happy.

To be honest, although this fundraising has a bit of suspicion of "cheating money", in fact, who knows that if Qi Lan and the others just happened to discover those treasures, what they have to face now is the empty treasury, even a penny The embarrassing situation where the military salary cannot be paid.

With the news that Yueke Restaurant donated 10 taels of silver and Qiao's Boat Company donated 10 taels of silver, the matter of raising military salaries has reached a climax.

Half a month later, Qiao Mingyue came in from the other courtyard of Yaowang Valley refreshed, and burst out laughing when she saw Qi Lan who was supporting Su Fang for a walk: "Qi Lan, guess this fundraiser has arrived?" How much silver?"

Yesterday afternoon, Bai Yue left with the military pay from the donation, and also various gifts from the common people, such as eggs, dried vegetables, food, etc. The big smile on Bai Yue's face when he left was even a bit silly.

But the mood is very happy, after all, this is the first time, so straightforward to feel the affirmation and care for the people they protect.

After seeing off Bai Yue yesterday, she couldn't wait to come to Qi Lan today, which shows that Qiao Mingyue herself is also very happy.

"Looking at your expression, I know there will definitely be more." Qi Lan glanced at him, and then carefully supported Su Fang to sit down in the small pavilion in the courtyard. The child in Su Fang's stomach was about five months old. During this period of time, it swelled up like a rubber ball, and Qi Lan was extremely nervous.

It has been more than seven months for Wei Yi, and he has been particularly lethargic recently, spending most of the day sleeping at home.

"6708 million taels! 6708 million taels, I never dreamed that there would be so many."

Qiao Mingyue looked very excited, it can be seen that the result of this fundraising was much more than he expected.

"So much?" Qi Lan was also taken aback, smacking her lips: "It seems that there are many rich people here."

According to Qi Lan's understanding, a copper plate is equal to one dollar, and one tael of silver is 1000 yuan. This is more than 600 million taels...he can't figure out how many dollars it is...

"Yeah, it's all thanks to the method you came up with, otherwise you might not have 60 taels."

Qiao Mingyue couldn't help but sigh with emotion. It was the first time he knew that the so-called power of public opinion was so powerful. He just arranged for some people to spread the words among the crowd according to the words he had taught them in advance. There is such an unexpected harvest.

That's right, it was arranged in advance. Those who kept comparing Qi Lan with others, and made fun of others by the way, were actually Qiao Mingyue's tricks.

Apparently, those entrusted tasks were completed more perfectly than expected.

After the two marveled for a while, they began to chat about some recent events.

Half a month ago, when Qi Lan asked Wei Wu and Bai Yan to go out with the bank notes, he started to pack up his things and prepare to move. When the fundraising was entering the climax, everyone's eyes, including those who had been staring at After all their people were transferred, he left the capital directly.

This is also the reason why Qi Lan asked Wei Wu to go with him.

Although not everyone knows the identities of Wei Wu and Wei Yi, there are always people who know their relationship.

Since Wei Wu was still there, they naturally thought that Wei Yi was there, and they were all still there.After all, no one could have imagined that they were preparing to evacuate so soon.

So the group went straight back to the Valley of the Medicine King without hindrance. During this time, all the new houses of the residents in the valley were built and moved out, so they stayed in the other courtyard at the foot of the mountain. After all, it was still too high for two pregnant women to live in, so they stayed in the other courtyard at the foot of the mountain.

To Qi Lan's surprise, many brothers in the other courtyard had met the workers. Some fell in love with the hunters in the original valley, and some fell in love with the people in the valley outside.

After Qi Lan came back, Manager Cang asked Qi Lan about this matter, and in the past few days, younger brothers have been married from other courtyards one after another, and Qi Lan also exchanged their body deeds with them.

Up to now, apart from some old couples, there are only one or two old servants left in the other courtyard.

But they were all sent away by Qi Lan, who would make my little husband not like having other unmarried brothers hanging around beside his husband?

Bai Yan and Bai Ah Mo were not in a hurry to go back to the border. Li Mochen allowed them to stay in the capital until Su Fang gave birth to a full moon before going back. The two went to the mountain to dig winter bamboo shoots today, and took a few ewes that were about to give birth out for a walk for a few days. lock up.

The first thing Qi Lan did when he returned to Yaowang Valley was to find an excuse to go out for a stroll.Then he drove a group of sheep, large and small, back, among which there were three or four pregnant ewes.

Moreover, two of them were still pregnant for about two or three months, and they looked like they could give birth before Wei Yi.

The other two ewes were selected according to the delivery date of the little husband, so that even if the two children were born, there would still be enough goat milk to drink, and the baby sheep would not be hungry.

"Speaking of which, Bai Yue felt regretful when he left yesterday. He always wanted to meet you, but he never had the chance."

Qiao Mingyue's eyes lit up when she saw the longan on the table. Although this thing can be eaten every summer, how can it compare to Qi Lan's here?

What's more, it's winter now, and the season of longan growth has long passed.

"Don't they all have one nose and two eyes? What's the point?" Su Fang hadn't left the little husband's side during this period of time, and Bai Yue was busy raising donations there again.

So the two of them stayed together in the capital for a month, but they didn't even see each other.

Qiao Mingyue shrugged: "I told him that too, but he just felt sorry."

"By the way, Qi Lan, do you have any more longan? I'll bring some back for Chen to eat."

His family Chen was too tired during this time, and he felt distressed, so he came to find Qi Lan today.

Apart from the fundraising, another purpose is to collect some delicious food from Qi Lan.

"Don't worry, I have already prepared it for you. Even if you don't come today, it will be delivered to you in two days." Qi Lan felt a toothache: "There is also Xiaofeng Xiaoyue, don't take theirs privately." , this longan is ripe for the first time, so there are not many of them."

"No problem! It's good to have something to eat!"