Wanfang Garden, with its small bridges, rockery and gurgling water, is a typical Suzhou garden. With a new view at every step, it is picturesque no matter from which angle you admire it.
The pear blossoms are like snow, and when the wind blows, it's like a rain of petals, beautiful like a dream.
Under the flower tree, there are two rows of high tables neatly arranged on the left and right. On each high table there is a snack box for the female family members to enjoy at will.
The ladies of the ministers were sitting very close to each other. "Why did the princess suddenly invite us to come and enjoy the flowers?"
This was the first time that the eldest princess held a banquet in her own name, which could be considered her first entry into the social circle.
However, they are usually led into the circle by royal elders.
"Our eldest princess is a capable person. She has already started a newspaper, so it's normal for her to hold a banquet."
"The Emperor is too fond of the eldest princess."
"The eldest daughter."
On the other side, the noble girls were scattered everywhere, sitting on the ground, eating snacks, reading newspapers, chatting about gossip, and having a good time like gods.
"Hey, there's a new high-end buffet restaurant that opened. It has hot pot, barbecue, desserts, drinks, staple foods, and everything else. Let's go try it some other day."
They are all young girls with money and free time, and they love new things the most.
"Two taels of silver per person, all you can eat, but you have to make a reservation in advance, the seats are limited, first come first served."
“That’s so troublesome.”
"It's such an interesting thing, of course I have to try it."
Think about it, if everyone else goes but you don't, you will have no common topics and people will suspect that you don't have money.
"Okay then, let's go together and book the whole place."
“You can have this.”
A woman exclaimed, "Ah, this issue of the newspaper is soliciting articles. It doesn't matter whether it's a long or short story, or the subject matter. Everyone is welcome to submit articles, and there will be remuneration."
Everyone came over and said, "The money is not important. What's important is to be in the newspaper and prove your talent. Let's try it together and see who can come out on top."
The daughter of the vice minister frowned slightly, "It's not good to show off. A woman's virtue lies in her lack of talent. It's not good to be too ostentatious. Don't forget the lesson of Princess Qingping."
Because of her father, she didn't like Mu Wanqing very much.
When this topic was mentioned, the girls fell silent, feeling a little heavy-hearted.
Many girls don’t say it, but in their hearts they yearn for such a dazzling scenery.
The first female official, a female official who could attend court with men and a woman who had made great achievements.
She is like a legend, a myth, attracting countless people.
The deputy assistant's daughter curled her lips, gloating a little, "Although she was rescued, how can she get married after this experience? Just thinking about being pointed at by others makes me feel suffocated."
She looked sympathetic, "She doesn't even dare to go out and see people. So, girls should be modest and not show off."
The daughter of the Minister of War pursed her lips and said, "No matter what, she is the brightest person in my heart."
Who wouldn't want such a brilliant and wonderful life? Even if it's only for a short moment, it's enough.
The second assistant's daughter and she were not compatible. They were not compatible in personality and were not of the same kind. "Don't learn from her. It will not end well. Not only will you not be able to marry, but you will also make your sisters unable to marry, and your parents and family will be ashamed."
The Prime Minister's daughter stared blankly at the entrance, "Look, who is that?"
Everyone looked over curiously, only to see two people walking side by side.
A princess wearing a goose yellow dress, standing tall and graceful, full of nobleness.
A girl dressed in a dark green brocade robe, with her hair tied up with a golden crown, has an outstanding temperament and a breathtakingly beautiful face.
"It's Princess Qingping!"
Who said she was afraid to go out?
Regardless of what they thought, everyone came over and bowed, "Greetings to Princess Qingping."
Although she was a lady of the first rank, she still bowed to Mu Wanqing because the late emperor had issued an edict that Princess Qingping had made great contributions to the country and should not bow to officials or women of noble rank.
Moreover, she was not only a princess, but also the Minister of Revenue. With these two factors combined, most people could not accept her courtesy.
Of course, Mu Wanqing is not an arrogant person. She will bow first when she sees someone of higher rank than herself.
Mu Wanqing smiled as she returned the gifts to several first-rank ladies. Her manners were generous and elegant, and her words were so refreshing that people couldn't help but feel fond of her.
In fact, many people have seen her at palace banquets, but have never interacted with her.
No one expected her to be so friendly and humble, which made many people flattered.
"This is the first time the Grand Princess has held a banquet and invited me to attend. I thought it would be a shame to offend our Grand Princess, so I came to take a look. I hope I didn't disturb everyone's fun."
The Minister of War’s wife smiled and said, “No, of course not. We are honored.”
The wife of the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue responded immediately, "Princess Qingping is a distinguished guest that we can't normally invite. It's because the eldest princess has the face."
The eldest princess still held Mu Wanqing's arm with a proud look on her face, "That's right, I've been begging for a long time. Sister Qingping is a very busy person. She has to attend the morning court and discuss national affairs with the emperor. She came directly from the palace."
Mu Wanqing tidied her messy hair affectionately and said, "Yes, I hurried here after having a meal with the emperor and the eldest prince."
The eldest princess looked sharp and asked, "Hey, why does your dragon and phoenix snow jade pendant look familiar to me?"
Mu Wanqing smiled slightly, "The Queen Mother's gift cannot be declined."
This was the engagement gift given to them by the Queen Mother, a pair of jade pendants.
"I was saying it looked familiar. Last time I asked the Royal Grandmother for it, she refused to give it to me, but gave it to you instead." The eldest princess was extremely arrogant. "Humph, the Royal Grandmother is so partial."
"Sister loves you." Mu Wanqing touched her head and took out a brocade box and handed it to her, "Take it and play with it."
It was a pink women's watch, which looked particularly good on the eldest princess's hand. The eldest princess was extremely happy, "Is this a new model?"
She likes collecting watches and buys every model that comes out.
Mu Wanqing naturally knew her preference, "Well, the No. 1 in this series."
When the eldest princess saw the number on the back of the watch, she was overjoyed and said, "Sister, you are my real sister."
What she wants is this unique dignity.
Everyone saw it and had their own thoughts. Princess Qingping was still very favored in the palace. Those things had no effect on her at all?
Mu Wanqing brushed the hem of her skirt and sat next to the eldest princess, looking relaxed, high-spirited and in high spirits.
Although she acted friendly, no one dared to say anything behind her back. When she reached a certain level, rumors could not hurt her at all.
"It's a rare opportunity for us to meet. I have a money-making project on hand. I wonder if you are interested?"
If someone else said this, and the official’s wife drove the person away without saying a word, wouldn’t that be a liar?
But when Mu Wanqing said it, everyone's eyes lit up. Who doesn't know that she is the best at financial management?
The God of Wealth who filled up the national treasury in just half a year.
Who doesn’t want to get rich with the God of Wealth? Who would complain about having too much money?
The Prime Minister's wife said with a smile, "Please tell us in detail, Princess."
"That's right." Mu Wanqing took out the prepared bonds and introduced their functions in detail.
Then she said, "I will issue a batch of bonds with a total amount of 5 million taels of silver. The term is one year, the interest rate is 2%, the term is three years, and the term is four years. The term is five percent. Although it is not as high as the interest rate of usury, it is absolutely safe and worry-free."
While the men were still frantically objecting, she had already cut off their retreat and defeated the enemy in one move.
These noble ladies all have generous dowries and are not short of money.
Now that the money is in her hands, let's see how they can object.
"One advantage is that it is anonymous subscription. How should I put it? You subscribe to 100,000 yuan quietly. When you withdraw the money in the future, only you or the person you designate can collect it. No one else can collect it, and no one will know that you subscribed."
The young girls have not yet realized the true benefit of this, but many ladies have understood it and their eyes flickered slightly.
This is a great place to store some private cash.
Some money that cannot be put on the table can be deposited in there and saved for one's own children.
Noble ladies took care of household chores and looked after their husbands' concubines and illegitimate children, and some even had to pay dowries to support their entire families.
You have to post it, the money can’t be hidden.
There are men who don't spend their wife's dowry, but there are even more men who spend their wife's dowry and don't say a good word. It all depends on the man's conscience.
Do women really have no complaints? No thoughts at all?
Mu Wanqing looked at their thoughtful faces and smiled slightly, "There is another benefit. If you commit a crime and your property is confiscated, the bonds will still be yours. It will be useless if someone else takes them away. In other words, it leaves a way for you and your children to make a comeback."
Everyone's eyes lit up and they were eager to get started. This was too good to be true.
"Everyone here is a woman. It's not easy for women to survive, and money is a person's confidence." Mu Wanqing is very good at deceiving people. "What you subscribed to is an opportunity to survive in desperate situations."
Everyone is crazy about it, subscribe, you must subscribe!
Mu Wanqing's lips curled up slightly, "By the way, I will also provide a property division and liquidation service to the first batch of people who subscribe to the bonds."
Everyone didn't understand, "What kind of service is this?"
"You can leave a dowry list with our bank. If you divorce and the husband's family is shameless and refuses to return the dowry, you can ask our bank to solve it." Mu Wanqing looked at the indescribable expressions of the crowd, laughed, and made a patch, "Of course, everyone is blessed and will not encounter such a thing. It's just in case."
It has to be said that every word Mu Wanqing said touched everyone's heart.
"Princess Qingping, are you really anonymous? Is it really safe?"
Mu Wanqing put away her smile and said seriously, "I guarantee it with my own name."
Although people have different opinions about her, her achievements and talents are undeniable by anyone.
She has a very high personal credit rating.
The girls were not eligible to participate. They just stared at Princess Qingping's confident and calm demeanor, feeling extremely envious.
Her whole body is glowing, I really want to be such a person.
Another young lady asked softly, "Then, if you need money urgently, can't you withdraw it before the due date?"
"You can withdraw money early, but the interest rate is only 1%. The number of places is limited, first come first served, while the subscription lasts."
A sickly and pale lady asked, "What if the person who saved the money died?"
Mu Wanqing glanced at her and said, "Let the designated heir come to pick it up. We use a password and seal, so no one else can know it."
The sickly lady took a deep breath and said, "Then I will save 50,000 yuan for ten years and leave it to my daughter as a dowry."
This is the daughter-in-law of the Minister of Rites. She was born into the Sun family, a wealthy merchant family in Jiangnan. Her family was worth millions, and half of her fortune was given as a dowry.
Unfortunately, my health has been getting worse and worse since I gave birth to my daughter, and I don’t know if I can survive until my daughter grows up.
She had to leave a way out for her daughter. With a stepfather, she also had a stepmother. Haha, there was also a dear cousin waiting to take the position at home.
Mu Wanqing nodded slightly, "Okay."
She found a quiet flower hall to use as her office and provided personal one-on-one service.
Mrs. Sun said in public that she had saved 50,000 yuan, but in fact she had secretly saved 200,000 yuan.
"I will copy the dowry list tomorrow. Please take care of it, Princess."
"You're welcome, you..." Seeing that she was out of breath after a few words, Mu Wanqing couldn't help but persuade her, "Find an imperial physician to take a good look."
"I have been drugged and injured for many years. I am just trying to get by. The only thing I am worried about is my daughter." Madam Sun said with resentment in her eyes, "I am willing to pay 100,000 yuan and ask the princess to protect my daughter until she grows up."
Mu Wanqing hesitated for a moment. She couldn't reach the backyard. "One hundred thousand for a place in the Royal Technical School."
Madam Sun was overjoyed, "Thank you, Princess."
With this position, she can do a lot of things.
Everyone came in one after another and subscribed to some shares, more or less.
Some people not only save their own money, but also save the excess cash from the public fund.
The wives of officials would be more restrained, but the wives of wealthy families would be lavish, especially the wives of salt merchants. One person could save 500,000 yuan, which is public money. If you keep it at home, there would be no need to worry about it getting moldy. It also allows her to leave a way out, which is perfect.
Mu Wanqing had witnessed the financial resources of the noble ladies in Beijing and sold five million bonds in just one afternoon.
She came out and bowed to everyone, "All the bonds have been subscribed. Thank you for your support."
Everyone stood up and returned the greeting.
The hesitant Madam Ci Fu was stunned when she heard this, "It's gone?"
No way, she hasn’t subscribed yet!
Just now I was struggling not to support my husband's political enemies, but now it feels like I've missed out on a hundred million.
Mu Wanqing said with a smile, "Wait for the next issue. Please come early on the first of next month."
Naturally, this big commotion could not be concealed.
By the time the ladies got home, the news would spread, and by the time the officials knew about it, it was too late.
MD, a bunch of scumbags.
The man was trying his best to stop them, while the woman was giving away her life, no, she was giving money to Mu Wanqing! A lot of money!
This move of cutting off the source of the fire is really a lack of virtue! It has caught them at their weak spot!
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