Guo Er bowed and saluted, extremely respectful, "Greetings, Princess."
"Second Brother Guo." Mu Wanqing raised her eyebrows and eyes slightly, "Let's cooperate again and see if there is any business we can do?"
After traveling so far, it seems like a loss not to do some business.
Guo Er looked at the beautiful and majestic young woman, feeling indescribable emotion in his heart.
Who could have thought that the skinny little girl would become a high-ranking official in the Great Qi Dynasty and dominate the fate of countless people.
She transformed herself time and time again, becoming someone that countless people looked up to.
As her status grew, he would send her gifts at every festival, but it was very difficult for him to see her.
However, if he wanted to see her for something, she would make some time for him no matter how busy she was.
This touched him deeply.
Even though he is in a high position, he can still remember the friendship of the past. This shows how good his character is.
However, there is one thing I don't understand. "You have a business under your name, and you can do anything by just asking me. Why are you looking for me?"
Mu Wanqing smiled slightly and said, "Put some pressure on them."
With her as their backer, Mu's company was doing very well and had become a little arrogant. Mu Shiqi and the others were just like that.
There is a major reshuffle going on in the capital now, and the new manager is not very competent and his performance is not to her liking, so she will find an opportunity to change him.
Guo Er suddenly realized, "It's all up to you."
He was well aware of Mu Wanqing's methods and abilities. Over the years, relying on Mu Wanqing as a strong backer, he became the leader of the Guo family and his business grew bigger and bigger.
Mu Wanqing has studied it over and over again. "I intend to build several food factories on this road from Beijing to Xiliang, with the headquarters in Beijing. Right now I need a batch of finished products for display. Can you help me?"
Guo Er was a little confused. "Can you provide a prescription?"
Mu Wanqing didn't want to put all her eggs in one basket. Besides, human energy is limited.
As the Minister of Revenue, it was her responsibility to fill the treasury for the court, and her personal business was put aside.
"Yes, I will provide the recipe, and you will be responsible for the production and sales. The profit sharing will be 30%, 30%, 40%, you 30%, I 30%..." Mu Wanqing paused, "The royal family 40%."
The three princesses and the eldest prince each received 10%. Although they were of noble status and had no worries about food and clothing, they did not have much pocket money.
Just think of it as earning some pocket money for them, and this is also tacitly approved by the emperor.
With the Royal Family, are you afraid that this business will be difficult to do? Then let them endorse it!
Guo Er's eyes lit up. If he could get hold of the royal family's golden thigh, it would be a leap in class.
"Thank you, Princess, for your support."
Mu Wanqing was not the only choice for him, but, considering his good character and the fact that they had known each other for a long time, "You should keep a low profile at ordinary times, and you can't mess around under our name and disrupt the normal economic market. Of course, you can come to me if you have any problems."
"Yes, yes, I understand." Guo Er knew clearly in his mind that he could take advantage of others' situation, but he could not use it to bully others. He had to strike a balance.
The two discussed for a long time. Both of them were good at doing business and had many common ideas.
After discussing all the cooperation matters and signing the contract, Mu Wanqing took out more than 20 dim sum recipes, including Chinese dim sum such as hawthorn pot cake, white jade pastry, ox tongue biscuit, jujube flower pastry, black pepper salt cake, pumpkin cake, mozi pastry, red bean paste cake, lotus seed paste cake, etc., as well as Western dim sum such as bread and cake, all of which are long-lasting.
The most critical food preservatives are also provided.
Guo Er only needs to follow these recipes and work them over and over again to make the finished product.
In terms of official business, Mu Wanqing divided the tasks at hand among the left and right assistant ministers, and when she encountered any undecided issues, she would go to the cabinet and the emperor.
The officials below all said that you can go and visit your relatives without worry, and everyone will do their job well and will not let you down.
Today's Ministry of Revenue is extremely united. Bound by common interests, everyone is in the same boat. Under the leadership of Mu Wanqing, they live a comfortable life.
She doesn't like to take credit for other people's work. Anyone who makes achievements will be rewarded, and she will protect others when they are bullied by outsiders. Who wouldn't like such a boss?
Most people don’t want to disrupt the current situation and will help Mu Wanqing keep an eye on it.
Mu Wanqing also specifically told her assistant Lu Fang to write to her if she had any problems.
She held a meeting with her clansmen in Beijing and made a statistics of who would go back and who would not.
Those who are going back should be prepared, and those who are not going back should keep a close eye on this.
Such an opportunity is rare, and everyone wants to go back to visit their families, and they almost fought over the quota.
In the end it was resolved by drawing lots.
There were so many things to do and they were so complicated. After she dealt with them one by one, she packed her bags and prepared to leave.
When she said goodbye to the emperor, the emperor repeatedly told her to come back early.
When she came out of the Palace of Tranquil Longevity, the eldest prince and the eldest princess were waiting for her outside the door, holding her hands on both sides, unwilling to let go.
Mu Wanqing's mouth twitched, "Okay, I will remember to bring you gifts."
The eldest princess pouted and said, "Look at you, are we the ones who are in need of gifts?"
"Then I won't take it." Mu Wanqing said teasingly.
"No." The eldest princess rolled her eyes. The teacher loved to tease them. "Please come back soon. My newspaper office is still waiting for your guidance."
Mu Wanqing patted her shoulder and said, "Don't be impatient. Take it one step at a time. When you are big enough, you can advertise and then you won't need to add money."
She looked at the eldest prince and said, "When you have time, go to the Royal Technical School and suppress those arrogant guys."
The eldest prince has grown up into a little adult and has already accompanied his father to court to attend government affairs.
To put it bluntly, he is already the invisible prince. "They only obey you."
Mu Wanqing didn't even blink, "No, I admire people with great abilities. Students believe that the strong are respected. Hey, there is only one talented and beautiful girl like me who is so strong and brave."
The eldest prince: ...I am the best braggart in the world.
Early in the morning, Mu Wanqing and his men quietly left the city.
Du Shaoxuan chased after her, "Wanqing, I'll go with you."
Mu Wanqing looked at him and his guards, her lips twitching. When she said goodbye to him yesterday, he didn't say anything at all. Was he doing it on purpose? "You're not staying in the capital to observe mourning?"
Mrs. Du was buried in the Du family’s ancestral tomb in the capital.
"It's the same wherever you observe mourning." Du Shaoxuan frowned slightly, his expression a little solemn, "There seems to be some movement at the border, I'm worried."
Mu Wanqing was stunned for a moment. How come she didn't hear any noise? "What's going on? Who's being restless again?"
Du Shaoxuan is the lord of Xiliang and can obtain first-hand information. However, this is only a prediction and cannot be treated as a serious matter and submitted in a memorial.
"The battle for the throne of Northern Chu is extremely fierce. Some people want to use war to gain military merits and ascend to the throne."
Mu Wanqing hated this kind of people the most. They were blinded by greed and would do anything to get to the top, even at the cost of the blood of countless civilians.
"They were defeated miserably last time, how dare they come back again?"
Du Shaoxuan lowered his voice and said, "We are fighting Xiwu, but we have to be on guard in case they suddenly turn their guns against us."
The main reason is that there is no one in charge at the border, which makes people feel uneasy.
Okay, let’s go for a walk.
Mu Wanqing didn't have any feelings when she went back to the road of exile, but several tribesmen were filled with emotion.
The road of exile in the past can now be considered a glorious return home.
The carriage that Mu Wanqing was riding in was specially made. It was fully equipped and its wheels were reinforced so the ride was not too bumpy.
In addition, this official road is paved with cement, so it is easy to walk on.
Mu Wanqing drank red dates and white fungus soup, leaning lazily on the couch and looking out the window.
With hundreds of Qingping Army guards, everything was taken care of by a dedicated person, so she didn't have to worry about anything and could enjoy this rare vacation.
Du Shaoxuan, who was sitting opposite her, took a sip of tea and said, "You are right to insist. With this cement road, we don't have to worry about the road being muddy on rainy days. We can still travel... What are you thinking about?"
Mu Wanqing's eyes were a little vague, "It would be nice if there was a train."
These days, traveling relies on horse-drawn carriages, and it is very difficult to go on a long journey.
Du Shaoxuan pricked up his ears, "What train?"
"A means of transportation." Mu Wanqing thought about it carefully, "Well, how should I put it? It should be considered a steam locomotive."
A new question arises: should she consider researching steam engines?
Watt’s improvement of the steam engine ushered in the first industrial revolution, and Da Qi could not fall behind.
If you take one quick step, all steps will be quicker.
But first, you need money, lots of money.
Secondly, she had to take the position of Prime Minister to be qualified to mobilize the whole country.
Once again, she had to convince the emperor.
Her mind was working quickly, and she was already planning how to squeeze into the cabinet.
She has been the Minister of Revenue for several years and has made remarkable achievements. It is time for her to be promoted.
Du Shaoxuan didn't understand, but he wasn't in a hurry. Different trades are different, and his expertise is in the military. "Don't think too much. This is your rare vacation. Relax."
Mu Wanqing responded with a smile, but her mind couldn't stop.
She would like to live a peaceful life, but the current situation does not allow it.
A voice suddenly rang out, "Excuse me, are you Young Marshal Du? I am Wei Lin, the co-magistrate of Jinjing Guard, and I would like to see the young marshal."
Du Shaoxuan lifted the curtain and looked over. A dozen people rode over on horseback. The leader looked familiar. "General Wei, what are you doing?"
The group of people quickly dismounted and saluted, "You are really the young commander. Great! I didn't expect to meet you on the road. There is a group of bandits nearby causing too much trouble. Let's go and find out what's going on first."
A tall and thin girl's eyes sparkled, "Young Marshal, I've heard that you are both wise and brave. Can you lead us to suppress the bandits?"
"Shut up." Wei Tongzhi glared at her unhappily. "This is my daughter. She dreams of becoming a female general. This time I brought her out to see the world. She is quite skilled. She has always regarded you as her idol. Please forgive her abruptness."
Du Shaoxuan nodded slightly and was about to speak when Mu Wanqing poked her head out with a pair of eyes full of curiosity.
Do you want to be a female general? Dare to think, and dare to do, this is a great progress. "What's your name?"
The woman was stunned for a moment, staring blankly for a long time, "Wei Ling'er, what about you?"
"Mu Wanqing."
Before Wei Ling'er could react, Wei Tongzhi on the side hurriedly saluted and said, "This subordinate greets Princess Qingping."
Mu Wanqing waved her hand slightly, "You don't have to be polite, Mr. Wei. Your daughter wants to be a female general, that's great, you should train her well."
"She just kept yelling..."
Suddenly, Wei Ling'er came over excitedly, "Ahhh, you are Princess Qingping? Really? Did I hear it right?"
Mu Wanqing couldn't help but laugh, "That's right."
Wei Ling'er was even more excited than before, "Princess Qingping, it was your existence that rekindled my childhood dream and made my father agree to take me with him to train. I like you so much, I didn't expect you to be so beautiful and young."
Being praised, Mu Wanqing smiled and said, "Thank you for your love. Since I have chosen this path, I must keep going no matter how tired or hard it is. Don't give up halfway."
Wei Ling'er was very happy, "Yes. You are my idol, I will listen to you."
Mu Wanqing smiled and joked, "Idol? Marshal Du is your idol, right?
It is normal for generals to worship the god of war.
"Huh?" Wei Ling'er was stunned for a moment, glanced at Du Shaoxuan, and then said seriously, "Princess Qingping, from now on, you are my only love."
Du Shaoxuan:……???
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