Chapter 144
Seeing that Yin Zijin didn't say anything, Sheng Yixuan continued: "In fact, this is not the most critical and expensive thing, because the price of these cottons themselves is okay, but the problem lies in the transportation and processing costs.
You know, cotton itself takes up a lot of space and is not light in weight. It takes a lot of manpower, material resources and financial resources to transport it from the Western Regions to Kyoto. The shipping cost alone is a considerable expense.
And when the cotton arrives in Kyoto, we have to spend more silver to process it finely, remove impurities, comb the details, etc., so that we can weave the Zijin the way you want. In this case, the cost is too high.
But as long as it is Zijin's business, I will try my best to help, no matter how difficult it is, I will find a way to overcome it. But I still have to remind you that this is not an easy thing to do! He frowned slightly, his tone revealing a hint of worry, his eyes full of concern.
Yin Zijin pondered for a moment, and suddenly thought of something, his eyes lit up: "Your Highness, have you ever thought about introducing cotton planting to the north, or even the entire Great Sheng Dynasty? If it can be realized, it will bring many benefits!
First of all, widespread cotton planting across the country can greatly increase production, thereby significantly reducing the price of cotton. In this way, the cost of making cotton products such as cotton-padded clothes will be reduced, and the entire industrial chain will benefit.
Secondly, this also concerns the national economy and people's livelihood of the entire Great Sheng Dynasty. As the cost of cotton decreases, the price will also drop accordingly, making it easier for poor families to buy good quality cotton clothes. At least, there won’t be so many people freezing to death from the cold throughout the winter.
The climate in the north is already very cold, and it has been snowing recently. I don’t know how many people will be frozen to death after winter. So, wouldn’t it be a good thing if we could promote cotton cultivation and allow more people to benefit? ”
Seeing that Sheng Yixuan didn't react for a moment, Yin Zijin looked at him with a little grievance with tearful eyes. Yin Zijin was very beautiful, with the typical sloping shoulders of a classical beauty. After putting on a skirt, she looked even thinner and more fragile, but the temperament of a classical beauty was more prominent.
Seeing Yin Zijin's aggrieved look, Sheng Yixuan felt as if his heart was scratched by a feather. He felt itchy and felt that Yin Zijin needed more care at this moment.
Sheng Yixuan thought so and did so. He held Yin Zijin lightly in his arms and let her sit on his lap. He embraced Yin Zijin with his arms and said gently: "Hey! Zijin, I really can't do anything about you? I can't bear to refuse any of your requests. What will happen in the future? Wouldn't you become a "tyrant"? "
The last two words were whispered in Yin Zijin's ear. Yin Zijin just felt very itchy, both mentally and physically.
Yin Zijin blushed a little and poked Sheng Yixuan's hard and broad chest with her little hand, then whispered in Sheng Yixuan's ear: "I can't be a demon concubine, I'm doing this for the people..."
Sheng Yixuan grabbed Yin Zijin's restless, delicate hand that was painted with nail polish and wearing armor with his big hand, and the two hands formed a sharp contrast. Sheng Yixuan's big hand warmed Yin Zijin's small hand and said gently: "Okay, I will consider this matter carefully. I will discuss it with the people in the Ministry of Revenue to see the feasibility of this matter and plant some on a small scale in Kyoto."
Yin Zijin nodded and said, "There will be no problem with this, Your Highness. Cotton needs sufficient sunlight and suitable temperature to grow, especially sunlight. The north has sufficient sunlight and a large temperature difference between day and night, which is conducive to cotton growth.
Although the climate in the south is humid, there is insufficient sunlight, it is cloudy and rainy, and there are many diseases and insect pests. Generally speaking, cotton is more suitable for growing in the north. ”
Sheng Yixuan looked at Yin Zijin with some appreciation: "It seems that Zijin knows a lot. Zijin was born and raised in a deep mansion, and I didn't expect that he knows a lot.
If that incident hadn’t happened, Zijin should be…”
Sheng Yixuan paused, and continued: "It's just your family's affair, I'm an outsider and it's not easy for me to say anything. When you marry me, you will be my family, although there is no way for you to participate in politics like ordinary men.
But Zijin can be my military advisor behind the scenes. One day, I will let Zijin stand upright in the Golden Throne Hall and participate in government affairs. ”
Yin Zijin's heart was hammered by something, beating non-stop, and her whole body was floating in the clouds. She whispered: "Zijin understands the Crown Prince's intentions..."
Sheng Yixuan scratched Yin Zijin's nose and said gently: "Don't call me Your Highness the Crown Prince anymore. It feels so awkward! Call me Brother Yixuan..."
Yin Zijin smiled and said: "I didn't expect it! In private, Brother Yixuan is such a person. We are very different in age. I should call you uncle..."
The two of them stayed together for a long time. Seeing that it was getting late, Yin Zijin got off Sheng Yixuan's legs, bowed and said, "Hi, Your Highness. I will leave now."
Sheng Yixuan strode over, put a thick cloak on Yin Zijin personally, and tied the belt. Sheng Yixuan personally sent Yin Zijin out.
Yin Zijin moved her three-inch golden lotus carefully, and each step seemed exceptionally light, as if she was stepping not on the ground but on blooming lotus flowers. The exquisite skirt he was wearing perfectly covered his small three-inch golden lotus feet, just like a mysterious veil covering a woman's most private parts.
His feet were locked with a thin gold chain, on which hung a few small and exquisite bells. As he walked, the bells made clear and pleasant sounds, as if playing a moving piece of music. However, this beautiful sound was more like a torture to Yin Zijin, constantly reminding him of his physical discomfort and inner pain.
Although on the surface, Yin Zijin appears to be an elegant, well-mannered lady, in fact, she hides another face deep in her heart. His tenacity and perseverance were honed in this difficult environment.
And this is exactly what attracted Sheng Yixuan the most. Sheng Yixuan quietly gazed at Yin Zijin's thin and frail back, and the feeling of pity in his heart became stronger and stronger. He knew very well how much hardship and suffering this man, who had lived in a large mansion since childhood, had experienced.
However, even in the face of such unfair treatment, he was not knocked down. Instead, he was like a plum blossom blooming in the winter snow. Although thin, he was full of strong vitality. In that deep house full of intrigue and deception, he was able to maintain that rare purity and kindness, which was really admirable...
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