"Xie Chang'an can make sand tables?" the emperor asked thoughtfully in Chengqian Palace.
Today happens to be my routine greeting, which I do every three days.
During the meal, Ye Jingchen mentioned to the emperor that he wanted to ask for leave the next day.
When the emperor asked him why he had asked for leave, he said that he wanted to invite Xie Chang'an to the Eastern Palace to make a sand table for him.
The sand table is not a toy, but an important auxiliary tool in the military field with special significance. It cannot be hidden from the emperor, so Ye Jingchen can only tell the truth.
Then the emperor's expression changed.
The creation of a sand table is not simply a matter of piling up a few small hills of sand or digging a few small rivers in the sand to simulate different terrains. The creation of a sand table usually takes actual terrain as a reference and simulates strategic locations that are the subject of military debate.
Only in this way can the simulations on the sand table have meaning and value.
An average thirteen or fourteen-year-old child wouldn't know how to make a sand table. To create a valuable sand table, one must possess a certain level of military literacy; in today's terms, one must have foresight and talent in military matters.
Xie Chang'an's ability to create a sand table that even the Duke of Zhenguo approved of and used for teaching demonstrates his extraordinary talent.
"According to what the Crown Princess said, the sand table of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion was made by Xie Shizi with Xie Chang'an when he was bored at home. I wonder if Xie Chang'an has learned how to make it?" Ye Jingchen pretended not to see the Emperor's expression and said to himself.
"Father, if Xie Chang'an is no good, is there anyone else who can help?" He asked before the emperor could say anything.
With just a few words, he dispelled most of the emperor's suspicions.
"If he can't do it, then let the Duke of Zhenguo do it!" the emperor said dismissively.
"Brother, can I learn how to make a sand table from Xie Chang'an tomorrow? That way, if you need me in the future, I can help you out!" On the way back to the East Palace, Ye Jinghe looked at Ye Jingchen with anticipation.
He knew that given Xie Chang'an's terrible character, his brother must have said a lot of nice things to coax him when he asked for his help.
He's different; he's much more obedient than Xie Chang'an. He does whatever his brother tells him to do!
Of course, the reason he made this request was that he didn't want to see his brother alone with that guy Xie Chang'an.
"Do you really want to learn?" Ye Jingchen asked him.
Ye Jinghe nodded vigorously.
"Alright then, you don't need to go to class tomorrow. Come and watch Xie Chang'an make the sand table!" Ye Jingchen made the decision happily.
Although the other kids' future career plans are unrelated to the military, it is still very necessary for them to understand some basic military knowledge.
Ye Jinghe's expression was somewhat blank.
He only wanted to go by himself, not with everyone else!
"Although I really want to learn, others may not be interested. Can you just take me with you, brother?" Ye Jinghe pinched Ye Jingchen's sleeve and shook it.
“What you said makes sense. I’ll ask the others tomorrow. Those who are interested can go, and those who aren’t can continue with their classes.” Ye Jingchen seemed very easy to talk to.
Ye Jinghe's small face visibly wilted.
He knew with his toes that almost everyone would be going tomorrow.
Even if one or two people don't want to go, my brother will persuade them to go!
The next day, after the morning court session, he returned to the East Palace, just in time for breakfast.
Ye Jingchen asked about this during the meal.
Everyone, including Gu Beichen and Yun Shu who will be participating in the scientific expedition this year, expressed their desire to go and see, except for Ye Jingyan and Ye Jingning.
Ye Jingyan made it clear that she was not interested, while Ye Jingning remained silent.
If he doesn't say anything, it means he's not interested.
"Jingyan, doing business and leading troops in battle actually have a lot in common. Why don't you go and take a look? You might gain some insights." Ye Jingchen said to Ye Jingyan.
Ye Jingyan and Ye Jingshu's high-end boutique in Dayuan has opened. The name of the store was given by Ye Jingchen: Golden Branches and Jade Leaves.
"Golden Branches and Jade Leaves" is another name for a princess; this name is unique and incomparably noble.
The Golden Branches and Jade Leaves Pavilion has three floors. The first floor specializes in rouge and face powder, the second floor specializes in hairpins and jewelry, and the third floor specializes in gorgeous clothes. All the goods have been worn, used, and worn by the princess.
The sales model adopted by Golden Branches and Jade Leaves is the most likely to make consumers lose their rationality through limited quantities and time limits.
The shop is located in the East Market, a place frequented by the powerful and wealthy, and its decoration is both luxurious and elegant.
All the staff in the shop, including the manager, accountant, waiter, and greeter, are graduates of Fengming Academy.
The young women wear uniforms and receive specialized pre-job training, including etiquette, sales techniques, and after-sales service.
Their demeanor was dignified, no less so than that of ordinary young ladies from wealthy families.
They are witty and gentle, flattering people subtly and making them feel like a gentle breeze. They can easily make guests lower their guard and open up to them.
As for security, the princess's guards patrol the shop around the clock, providing the most reassuring protection for every customer who enters the shop.
People from all eras like to follow trends.
The higher a person's status, the more likely they are to become a trendsetter.
Moreover, Jinzhiyuye is exceptionally high-end and classy in terms of its products, store decoration, staff, sales model, security, and after-sales service. It is unique in the capital city, or even in the entire Dayuan. How could it not attract young ladies and noblewomen to become obsessed and crazy about it?
Since its opening, Jinzhiyuye has been a booming business, making a fortune every day.
The emperor initially didn't care about this business; his investment was merely to please Ye Jingshu and the others. However, after receiving the first month's dividend from Ye Jingshu, his attitude changed.
After that, whenever any censor dared to impeach Ye Jingshu for profiting from the people, he would berate them mercilessly, openly showing his protection and favoritism.
Ye Jingyan made money in business, and her head no longer hung down as much as before. Her back was straighter than before, and even her voice was much louder than before.
Upon hearing Ye Jingchen say that the two had something in common, she immediately changed her mind, "I'll go!"
Dealing with Ye Jingning will be even easier.
Because all Ye Jingchen had to do was tell him that making sand tables was more fun than Luban locks, Ye Jingning's eyes would fill with eagerness.
So when Xie Chang'an was led to Ye Jingchen's study by the eunuch, he found a room full of familiar faces.
He first breathed a sigh of relief, then felt a strange sense of loss.
He breathed a sigh of relief because he didn't have to be alone with Ye Jingchen.
When there are outsiders around, Ye Jingchen likes to keep his distance from him and pretend that they are not familiar with each other.
As for the disappointment—
That must be his imagination!
All the materials have been prepared, and Xie Chang'an has also brought a topographic map. All we need to do is recreate the map based on the topographic map.
The restoration process may seem simple, but it is not simple at all, because to make it exactly the same as the topographic map, the scale must be well controlled.
Taking this opportunity, Ye Jingchen gave the kids a good test in math.
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