Daqin: My weak and virtuous minister

Three days later, after the stone mill, the king ordered people to teach everyone how to build a kang.

Knowing the use of kangs, many families asked their men to learn how to build them. The notice said that if they learned how to build kangs, the court would hire them to go to various places and build kangs in every village. When the cold became unbearable, everyone could squeeze into one room and still survive the winter.

Moreover, this time the recruitment came with wages, so many families in Xianyang City were eager to try.

This is the case with Niu Da's family. There are thirteen people in their family. They don't live a rich life, but they are not starving to death.

But seeing the children in the family growing up one by one and now all huddled together, not even able to build a new house, Niu Da was worried.

Dayou was the eldest son. His four younger brothers were drafted into the army one by one over the years, and the whole family depended on him and his father. Fortunately, the women in the family were frugal, so they could barely make ends meet.

This time, as soon as he saw the notice from the court, he was the first to sign up.

If I am selected, not only can I save food for my family, but I can also get paid. Moreover, if I learn how to make a kang, I can build one for my own home. My family can collect more firewood during this period, so I won't starve or freeze to death even if I am not at home in winter.

When we have enough money next year, we can build a new house. Let the eldest son get married first, and then they can save some money. Maybe the second son’s house can be built in the second half of the year.

The more he thought about life, the more hopeful he became. Niu Da felt full of energy.

Of course, there are many people like Niu Da's family, including those whose family conditions are not as good as Niu Da's. Therefore, as soon as the notice came out, countless people signed up.

The changes in Qin were quickly reported back to the country by spies from various countries lurking in Xianyang, naturally causing an uproar in the court.

These are all things that happened later. At this time, the people of Xianyang were immersed in their yearning for a better life.

He made a lot of money from selling the four treasures of the study, and also made a lot of money from selling fine salt. Although the price was cheap, many people bought it, so he made a lot of money. Now the treasury is full, and Ying Zheng is not stingy. The people of Xianyang really made a fortune this winter.

The arrival of kangs also brought warmth to people in various places.

"Sir, we have already found out the whereabouts of Zhang Yuanqing."

"But, should we wait for news from the Prime Minister first?"

In Xianyang, in an inconspicuous house, several people sat on chairs in the room and discussed in low voices.

"We can't wait any longer. We don't have that much time. If this man can't be used by our country, he must be killed."

The leader was a burly man in his forties with a beard and an honest face. If it weren't for the murderous intent in his eyes, he would be easy to trust.

The other few people still looked hesitant, and the man said, "If the Prime Minister blames me, I will take full responsibility. However, Zhang Yuanqing must be eliminated, otherwise our country will be in danger."

"Yes, for the sake of Korea, we will obey your orders."

“For Korea.”

“For Korea.”

Danger always comes quietly.

As the weather grew colder, Zhang Yuanqing went out less and less, and sometimes he even had to take leave for the five-day court session.

Every time Ying Zheng asked for leave, he would send Xia Wuqie to Zhang's house to make sure that Zhang Yuanqing was okay.

Zhangtai Palace

"Your Majesty, this is the revised Qin law. Now that fine salt is available, we have added a clause according to your Majesty's wishes. Individual salt sales are prohibited. Anyone found violating this law will be executed along with their entire family."

Wei Zhuang, Li Si and others finally completed the revision of the Qin law within fifteen days, and brought the revised Qin law to Zhangtai Palace early in the morning.

"Your Majesty, salt is of vital importance, so after discussion, we, the ministers, have unanimously decided that severe punishment should be imposed."

"can."

Ying Zheng took the book, asked Wei Zhuang and Li Si to sit down, and then began to read it seriously.

In fact, most of them just softened the previous cruel criminal laws such as the extermination of the three tribes. Although Ying Zheng felt that this was too lenient, he recently asked people to collect the laws of the other six countries. Now it seems that it is still acceptable.

The three people made some further revisions based on Qin law and did not finish until late at night.

"Sir, General Wang Ben sent someone to report that movable type printing has been successfully developed."

A Da walked into the study and said to Zhang Yuanqing who was writing again.

Ever since arriving in Xianyang, Master has become increasingly busy. Previously, Master only practiced calligraphy, never sitting at his desk all day like this. The doctor repeatedly urged Master to rest more, but he couldn't persuade her.

"It's done!"

"Let's go and take a look."

After such a long time, we finally figured it out.

Zhang Yuanqing put down his pen, carefully packed up the books he had copied, and put them into the space without leaving any trace.

"Sir, it's cold outside, put on some clothes first."

Looking at the thick clothes that Er brought, Zhang Yuanqing put them on and opened the door. He felt the cold air hit his face. "Cough cough cough"

"grown ups"

"It's nothing, I just felt a little uncomfortable when I suddenly inhaled the cold air. I'll be fine once I get in the car."

Ada had already placed the stove in the carriage and covered the windows with thick mats, leaving only small gaps.

After a short stroll, we arrived at the paper mill.

When Xiang Liqin saw Zhang Yuanqing, he grinned happily and started talking about printing.

This thing has been tormenting them these days.

Many times they suspected that Lord Zhang was playing a trick on them.

Fortunately, we persisted and now we have finally succeeded.

Zhang Yuanqing listened attentively and watched Xiang Liqin and Fu? demonstrate. He couldn't stop smiling and showed off his two rows of white teeth without reservation.

“good good”

"Xiang Liqin, Fulu, and everyone else have worked hard."

"This successful printing technique is a great achievement. I will report to the king later. He will surely reward me handsomely."

"Thank you, sir."

I can have money again.

Everyone was very happy, and when they talked about rewards, they were even happier.

There’s no way, they had a hard time before.

I couldn’t even get enough to eat, let alone have any money. Now, I can eat enough every day here, and I get paid. I’m happy even if I’m a little tired.

Zhang Yuanqing was so excited that he tried it himself. After confirming that there was no problem with the movable type printing technology, he hurried away with the things.

It was getting close to evening and there were few people on the road because the paper mill had originally chosen a sparsely populated area.

Zhang Yuanqing held the thing in his arms and looked at it again and again, extremely happy.

"Sir, is this printing technique so good?"

Ah Er, who was also sitting in the carriage, asked curiously.

"Of course." Zhang Yuanqing said affirmatively, "You don't know, with this printing technology, we can print a lot of books very quickly, without having to rely on people to copy them word by word. And..."

"Be careful, adults"

Outside the carriage, Ah Da looked at the person who suddenly appeared and shouted.

There were about ten people on the opposite side holding swords. At the command of the leader, more than ten people attacked together and immediately started fighting with Ada.

"Sit down, sir."

Ah Er also quickly got out of the carriage, drew his sword and stood beside the carriage to meet the people who were coming to kill him.