Golden Branch

Going to Beijing sounds simple, but it is actually very complicated.

In ancient times, transportation was inconvenient compared to modern times, and it was impossible to "go anywhere at any time".

In modern times, moving is as simple as packing up your belongings and hiring a moving company.

In ancient times, moving involved too many things.

First, Wang Heng and Wang Mian need to deal with the properties under their names.

The two little girls are not ostentatious on a daily basis, but in fact, they have a lot of industries.

This does not include the shipyards, workshops, etc. that have been handed over to Yang Rui.

The two of them each owned more than a dozen farms, large and small.

There are also shops in Yizhou, Hedong and other places. They are not counted one by one, but half a street or half a business district.

It would be feasible to keep so many properties where they are and then assign reliable managers to them.

However, Yizhou is too far away from the capital, and even if it is not "people leave and the tea gets cold", it is well aware of the principle that "the county magistrate is not as good as the current manager".

Wang Heng and Lou Yu were indeed noble, and even the governors did not dare to provoke them.

But they have too many industries and they are too valuable.

Almost the best and most prosperous area in the entire Yizhou, one third or even half of it, is owned by these three people.

Money is a powerful thing. How many people take risks for money?

Even if officials like Lu Huaijin themselves would not do anything stupid, we must still guard against their families and subordinates being "blinded by greed" and then committing robbery.

"Let's deal with some of it."

Wang Heng looked at the thick account books and the dozens of house deeds, land deeds, etc., and sighed softly.

Furthermore, when they went to the capital, they would also need to buy property and have sufficient money.

By disposing of some of the industries in Yizhou, Hedong and other places, it will not only make them less conspicuous and avoid trouble, but also free up money.

"Yeah! I think so too!"

Wang Mian nodded. She needed to cash out more than Wang Heng.

She and Xiao Wuji are engaged, and their wedding date is next year.

After arriving in Beijing, she not only had to buy property for the Wang family, but also had to buy a dowry for herself.

These all require money.

In addition, the Xiao family, which is so "rich" that only a surname is left, also needs her, the female god of wealth, to provide subsidies.

Wang Mian: ...Money, money, money! It's really indispensable everywhere.

Only the most important farms are kept, and the others that are either remote or of poor quality are sold.

Any shop, as long as it is located in a busy area or a key port, or any other shop, can be used as a favor - even if it is just selling good things, it is still a favor.

For example, Lu Huaijin, and the county magistrates and chief clerks of Hedong and other counties.

Even if they spent money, they would be grateful for the generosity of Princess Langya and Prince Wang.

Otherwise, they may be easily misled by interests and make mistakes that will affect the whole family.

You spend money and get a money tree rightfully without worrying about making mistakes.

Moreover, they made a deal with Princess Langya and Prince Wang, so they are family.

The deal is done, but benevolence and righteousness remain.

No matter how much they interact with each other in the future, they will have some affection for each other.

These feelings may not matter in normal times, but they may play a role at critical moments.

It can be said that when Wang Heng and Wang Mian handled the industry, they achieved a win-win situation with local officials, gentry, etc.

One party gets money, the other party gets benefits, and everyone is happy.

After disposing of the property and exchanging it for boxes of gold, silver and copper coins, Wang Heng and Wang Mian still had to continue to be busy.

Clean up the warehouse, pack luggage, arrange personnel, and prepare for travel.

Traveling in ancient times was difficult, not only because of the many road problems, but also because of the terrible carriages.

There are no shock absorbers and no rubber tires. The solid wooden wheels roll over the ground, leaving ruts.

You can imagine the bumps people feel when sitting inside.

That's not riding in a carriage, it's being tortured.

Modern people can become exhausted after riding on a green train for more than ten hours.

In ancient times, people would ride in a carriage for several days or even months.

Wang Heng and Wang Mian have never traveled far, but they have common sense.

They often rode in carriages on weekdays, so they knew all the pains of riding in a carriage.

"Refit! Must refit!"

Wang Mian walked around the carriage, experienced the ups and downs, and said firmly.

Due to limited conditions in ancient times, it was impossible to make springs, and therefore it was impossible to better absorb shock.

Wang Mian said: "Technology is not enough, so we have to make up for it with human labor!"

Craftsmen in ancient times had a low status, but their skills were honed through "strict selection from nine families" and passed down from generation to generation.

Wang Mian briefly explained the structure and principle of the spring, and the craftsmen in the iron workshop under the name of Dongshan Academy began to conduct experiments again and again.

Then, they were asked to "hand-rub" out Spring 1.0.

The craftsmanship, etc., of course, cannot be compared with those made with modern tools in later generations, but it also has the effect of suppressing.

If we continue to research, we should be able to make better and more standardized springs.

And the tires... well, that's even more impossible.

Raw materials such as rubber should still be available.

There may be wild rubber trees in the rain forests of Lingnan.

Wang Mian can't do it herself, but she has her princess best friend and the capable little pervert Lou Yu.

Lou Yu could even capture the iron-eating beast intact, so it would not be difficult for him to go deeper into the southern border and find a few rubber trees.

Unfortunately, the technical requirements for rubber tires are too many.

Wang Mianyi is not a science student, nor is she an industrial technical talent. She has only seen tires and has no idea about the specific process.

Tires, forget it.

If the hardware cannot be "innovated", then we can only make improvements in other areas.

The first step is that the carriage must be large.

It cannot be the size of a regular carriage, as that kind of carriage can only be used for sitting or simply lying down.

What Wang Mian wants is an ancient version of an RV.

You can sit and lie down, and there is a toilet and a kitchen.

Oh, yes, it also needs to be waterproof enough!

Along the way, we had to sleep in the open air, endure rain and snow, and even if we took the official road, it was not always possible to find a post station or inn suitable for the night.

Many times, you may only be able to spend the night in the wild or in a carriage.

If they were in the wilderness and encountered rain and snow, and if the carriage leaked water... Wang Mian just thought about it and felt "the bitter wind and rain would make him depressed."

"...A Mian, I must be thankful that I am a princess!"

Wang Heng looked at the drawings drawn by Wang Mian himself, and secretly estimated the dimensions marked on them, and couldn't help but sigh.

Wang Mian was stunned at first, probably because he had not expected the relationship between the princess and the carriage.

However, she wasn't Xiaobai who had just traveled through time. After a brief thought, she understood what Wang Heng meant:

In ancient times, the hierarchy was strict.

This class is not only reflected in identity, but also penetrates into all aspects of food, clothing, housing, transportation, etc.

Each level has corresponding clothing, house, carriage and other specifications.

You can "compromise", but you cannot overstep your bounds.

If the clothes you wear, the house you live in, the car you ride in, etc. exceed the restrictions of your class, it is illegal.

If you investigate further, you will be held accountable.

For example, the carriage modified by Wang Mian was too huge.

Fortunately, Wang Heng was a princess, so such a large size was barely considered an act of usurpation given her status.

Wang Mian: ...MMP, damn, evil feudal society!

Although he did not overstep the line, Wang Heng's "joke" still woke Wang Mian up - don't get carried away!

She is indeed no longer a lowly pariah, but she is not a true dignitary who can disregard the rules.

In fact, even the emperor cannot really do whatever he wants.

He also has to follow certain rules.

Unless he wants to be a tyrant who will be infamous for eternity!

Sighing secretly, Wang Mian held the Kaitai Law in one hand and the retired female official sent by Concubine Jiang in the other, and continued to rebuild the carriage on the premise of legality and compliance.

The carriage was large, with a layer of iron sheet on the outside, then coated with layers of tung oil and then tarpaulin.

The carriage was divided into two small compartments.

In addition to the main carriage, there are two small compartments, one for toilets, basins, etc., and the other for charcoal stoves, cooking utensils, etc.

The walls of the main carriage were covered with a thick layer of cotton, which was then wrapped in strong cotton cloth.

There are also pillows, cushions and seat cushions of various shapes and colors.

There are secret compartments in the seats, roof and other places.

When the car seat is put down, it becomes a bed, you can lie down, sit or sit.

Put down a partition and it becomes a table where you can eat and write.

There are also many small designs that may not be noticeable, but they will definitely be convenient for passengers during a long journey.

And such a carriage is bound to take time.

Therefore, from October when Wang Heng decided to travel, until February of the following year, it took a full three or four months to manufacture three vehicles.

Wang Mian looked at the finished product and wiped his sweat: It's not only time-consuming, but also very expensive and unmanageable.

Not to mention anything else, the resources consumed by the springs and cotton alone are unimaginable to people in later generations.

And such a carriage would be a top-notch luxury car in Dayu.

Not only is the carriage large and decorated with exquisite accessories, it is also a two-horse carriage that symbolizes status, and has countless ingenious designs and exquisite furnishings.

Lou Yu personally came to check and experience it, and couldn't help but praise Wang Mian: "Lord Wang, you are indeed a brilliant thinker, worthy of the title of a disciple of the immortal!"

Wang Mian was a little flattered. It wasn't easy. They had known each other for nearly ten years, but this was the first time she saw the little pervert being so polite and praising her so much.

From being a mean girl at first, to being an ugly girl later, and being called by name a few days ago, Wang Mian not only achieved a class leap, but also gradually gained the recognition of the little pervert.

not easy!

It's really not easy.

Wang Mian felt the beauty of "uniting the clan", not only because of Lou Yu's appreciation, but also because of Shen Du's kindness.

On New Year's Day this year, Wang Heng, Wang Mian and others went to pay New Year's greetings to their master as in previous years. Shen Du did not accept Wang Mian's half-hearted greeting, but asked her to perform the full set of disciple etiquette like Wang Heng.

She was no longer some crappy outer disciple, but the second female disciple of the famous scholar Shen Du.

Wang Mian didn't know whether to be happy or sad.

After all, her talent, character, etc., are no match for a noble status.

"...It doesn't matter. I'm still me. What others do is none of my business. I just need to remember my identity and hold on to my original aspirations. Even if I'm assimilated, I must be happy and have a clear conscience!"

Wang Mian silently consoled himself, quickly adjusted his mindset, and prepared to embark on a new journey...