Chu Qi was stunned when she suddenly heard Shi's mother ask this.
I didn't react for a moment.
In her heart, she and Shi Qiang would get married sooner or later, just not now.
The war is still going on and the country is not stable yet. If she gets married rashly, she won't be able to give Shi Qiang a grand wedding or a stable life.
She is too busy and will only neglect the other party after marriage.
But this concern is actually not very important.
and--
She seemed to have forgotten the promise she made to her father-in-law and mother-in-law.
This sentence must have been in Shi's mother's heart for a long time, which is why she suddenly blurted it out. Chu Qi felt a little guilty, especially when she noticed that Shi Qian's eyes were shy but full of expectation, she felt even more guilty.
The two have known each other for nearly four years and behaved very affectionately, but they have yet to get married. How should outsiders view Shi Qiang?
After thinking for a few breaths, under the scorching gaze of Mother Shi, Chu Qi said:
"I originally wanted to marry Wanwan after I had completely settled down in Chu."
Shi Qiang's eyes dimmed in an instant. The country was in turmoil right now. Although she had the help of General the God of War to expand the territory, how long would it take for stability to set in?
If she is not stable for several years, won't she be unable to marry Yun Chang for several years?
Shi Mu was also disappointed and was about to say something, but she heard the master say:
"However, I was not thoughtful enough. Wanwan and I are indeed old enough to get married."
Shi Qiang was eighteen years old and Chu Qi was nineteen years old. In ancient times when people married and had children early, they were already of marriageable age.
It's too late indeed.
Chu Qi's face was slightly embarrassed:
"I'm in a hurry today and don't have time to prepare the betrothal gifts. I will definitely bring the betrothal gifts and come to propose marriage tomorrow."
The temporary palace was too big. Although Chu Qi and Shi's mother and others lived in the same palace, they were not very close to each other. She personally took the betrothal gifts and went to propose marriage, which was enough of a ceremonial feeling.
Hong Yi, the minor official who was serving Chu Qi, picked up a pen and paper and secretly wrote down Chu Qi's thoughts.
The master has his own small treasury.
These rulers were busy handling government affairs, while their subordinates were counting the assets of corrupt officials.
A large part of it was distributed to the national treasury, and a small part was put into the master's small treasury. The daily expenses of the mansion and the regular distribution of relief porridge were all allocated from the small treasury.
If we only rely on the wealth plundered from corrupt officials to support the country, it is definitely not enough. However, the issue of taxation is not appropriate to be put on the agenda now. People's lives are very difficult now, and it is difficult to pay extra taxes. Therefore, if we want a steady stream of money, we need to do business.
To this end, Chu Qi specifically sought out people in the private sector who were good at doing business to help her make money.
The State of Yan emphasized agriculture and suppressed commerce, and merchants had a low status. They never expected that one day they would have the opportunity to help the emperor - even though this emperor was a rebel - they were overjoyed and decided to do their best to help their master with business.
Of course, when doing business, there will always be people watching you, and businessmen should only take what they deserve and not even think of taking more.
After less than half a month, the shop's business was on track, and within a few months, it would be able to contribute to the State of Chu.
*
After receiving the master's assurance, Shi's mother happily agreed. Finally, everything was clear, and her daughter's marriage was settled, so she didn't have to worry about her daughter becoming an old maid and not being able to get married.
Mother was in a good mood.
Even if Shi Qian did not listen to her and wear the heavy hat, she was not angry. Since it was the master who said it, it must be right, so she didn't have to wear it.
Shi Qian got on the ox cart, hugged her mother, and looked at the tall gate and large courtyard behind her. She suddenly felt that her mother was very lonely.
Since Dad was reinstated by the Lord, he has become a good official who works diligently for the people. He rarely comes home. Mother has to stay alone at home most of the time, except for sometimes being accompanied by Qiang.
Thinking that she could go out but her mother was alone at home, Shi Qian said softly:
"Mom, do you want to go out with me?"
Shi's mother: "I am a woman, why should I go out..."
Chu Qi listened quietly, then said with a smile:
"Aunt, Chu is different from Yan, and it will be the same in the future. Don't talk about what women can't do. In the future, there will be more and more things women can do."
Shi Mu was stunned again. This was the second time the master had said such words to her.
The master's thoughts are different from those of everyone she has ever met. No wonder her precious daughter sometimes says some shocking things.
It turns out that he studied with the Lord.
At that time, the mother had complicated thoughts. She had lived in the first half of her life, being taught to obey her husband at home and to obey her husband after marriage. She had never known that a woman could go out freely without wearing a hat.
She only half understood what her master said and was confused and couldn't understand.
But she could see that the master was a little unhappy, and her heart was beating fast, so she stopped talking. Looking at her daughter's expectant eyes, she hesitated for a moment and nodded slowly:
"Then I'll go out with you."
There were few war horses in the State of Yan. Horses were a scarce commodity. Even when princes and nobles went out, they were not allowed to ride horses or use carriages at will. Most of them used donkeys that were used to hard work and pulled the horses.
It’s just that donkeys are stubborn, sometimes disobedient, and don’t have enough strength to move large objects.
Although cows are scarce, they are a good choice for pulling carts.
Shi Qiang and her mother got on the same ox cart, while Chu Qi sat in one by herself.
Coming to the experimental potato field, Chu Qi checked the impact of pests and diseases.
The farmers in charge of planting potatoes saw the master coming and stood aside in excitement and fear, waiting for the master to check on them.
My dear, there is more to this chapter. Please click on the next page to continue reading. It’s even more exciting later!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
