After the Tenth Prince and the others left, Yinzhen began to busy himself with the food competition.
He had handled many old cases in the Ministry of Justice, and now that the Ministry of Justice no longer needed him to make decisions on everything, he finally had some free time.
Although the culinary competition was not politically related, Yinzhen still informed Kangxi in advance beforehand.
"Father, I have something to tell you."
Kangxi: "Tell me."
Yinzhen said, "Your Majesty, I intend to hold a culinary competition in the capital and invite people from all over the Qing Dynasty to participate."
A food competition?
Emperor Kangxi found it strange that he would think of reporting such a competition.
What are your thoughts?
Yinzhen explained, "Such a competition can boost consumption among the people of the capital and also liven up the city. If the food competition is successful, we can continue the competition..."
Yinzhen spoke at length, though he didn't mention that his true intention was for Tong Cheng'er to try various delicacies from different regions.
Kangxi found his arguments to be well-reasoned and reasonable, and thought that the capital city should be kept lively.
"Can you handle all the things that are impossible to do?"
Yinzhen said, "Your subject in the Ministry of Justice can handle it."
Kangxi nodded: "Since the Ministry of Justice can take care of it, and since you are interested in this food competition, then let's hold it! It'll be good for me to watch the excitement."
Yinzhen said, "Your subject thanks Your Majesty."
After finishing his own story, Yinzhen thought of his concubine.
"Father, I have something else to say."
"you say."
"Your Majesty, my wife has set up a 'Craftsmanship Academy' in the manor. There are some talented people in the academy who have been tinkering with many interesting things. Although they are all whimsical skills and not for the proper way, the things they make are quite useful. In particular, someone made a farming tool that makes farming easier some time ago. I had it tested, and the effect was quite good. After hearing me talk about it, my wife felt that her previous vision was somewhat narrow. Therefore, she intends to establish a 'Craftsmanship Academy' to teach these skills to scholars who are not good at the imperial examinations. What do you think, Father Emperor?"
Yinzhen didn't think that strange and ingenious skills were not the right path. Since he didn't live in front of Kangxi, he couldn't care less about them, otherwise it would easily lead to trouble.
When Kangxi heard this, he didn't focus on the Qiqiao Academy, but rather on the agricultural tools.
"Tell me about farm tools."
"I personally went to the farmland to try out those farming tools. They can speed up the plowing process. Not only are they easy to use, but they also produce very fine soil, which is more suitable for growing crops."
Kangxi nodded: "Bring those farm tools to me later, and I will take a look at them myself."
"yes."
When Kangxi heard him talk about farm tools, he remembered something else: "I learned from the Ministry of Revenue that agricultural taxes have increased significantly this year. Upon investigation, it was found to be related to the emergence of potatoes and sweet potatoes. I didn't take potatoes and sweet potatoes seriously at first, but I didn't expect you to find a way to increase production. You've done a great job."
Yinzhen said, "These are all minor matters, and they are things that I should do."
Emperor Kangxi was very satisfied and felt that Yinzhen was even better.
Agricultural tax is the foundation of the national treasury and the foundation of the nation. Although the increase is insignificant, it has indeed increased, which is a good thing. It means that more and more people are able to have enough to eat.
If he hadn't asked that question and then had someone investigate, we wouldn't have known he had done so much. He's capable, yet he doesn't take credit for it. Very good, he truly deserves to be his son.
"It is already very commendable that your wife has this intention. I grant her permission and tell her to do her best."
Yinzhen said, "Your subject thanks Your Majesty."
After Yinzhen left, Kangxi suddenly fell into deep thought.
Because of Yinzhen's eccentricities, Kangxi paid second only attention to him to the Crown Prince, which made Kangxi understand Yinzhen exceptionally well.
He knew he had a lot of profitable businesses, which he tacitly acknowledged. He didn't check the exact amount he earned, but it must have been a considerable sum.
Yinzhen didn't hesitate to spend money, often using it for the benefit of the common people. He didn't boast about it or publicize it. Kangxi knew about it but didn't say anything, which was considered tacit approval.
Kangxi also saw Tong Cheng'er repairing roads, academies, and the entire drainage system of the capital. He suddenly realized that what Yinzhen and Tong Cheng'er had done truly satisfied him.
Now that the Crown Prince is in this state, Kangxi has no choice but to give it more serious consideration.
Yinzhen was kind and valued brotherhood. Moreover, Yinzhen and the Crown Prince had some affection for each other when they were young. If Yinzhen were to inherit the throne in the future, given his personality, the Crown Prince's life should not be difficult.
Then there's Tong Cheng'er. I used to think she was too lazy to even look at, but looking at what she did after marrying Yinzhen, it not only benefited the country and the people, but also generated revenue for the national treasury and his private treasury. Her interpersonal relationships were a bit lacking, but she didn't make enemies with anyone. At most, she didn't like to go out much, but she got along quite well with her sisters-in-law.
With further training, she might become a model of virtue for the nation.
The couple was perfect in every way, but the only thing that gave Kangxi a worry was Yinzhen's problem: he couldn't touch any woman other than his wife. This annoying habit was a real headache.
He used to think that at least he had his wife and children, but if he were to become emperor, things wouldn't be so good.
...The more I think about it, the more conflicted I become. Why did Yinzhen have to suffer from such a problem?
Thinking this, Kangxi summoned the imperial physician who had examined Yinzhen's pulse and asked her about Tong Cheng'er's health and whether it would hinder the birth of their children.
The imperial physician spoke frankly: "Prince Yong and his wife are in good health and are at the right age to have children. With a little effort, they will naturally conceive."
There's nothing wrong with my health.
Kangxi then instructed, "Prepare some medicinal meals to nourish Yinzhen and his wife."
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