Looking around, Qin Yu nodded in agreement.
Indeed, it is somewhat unreasonable for palace maids to wear the same clothes as the empress.
However...
It's very simple to change it.
"What's the big deal? You can just have the Imperial Wardrobe tailor-make a set for the Empress later, right?"
The design of the clothing doesn't need to be changed. Just add some gold thread or phoenixes or something. Anyway, people in this era just use clothing to distinguish between social classes.
Isn't it easy to distinguish their identities?
After resolving these issues, it was time for a meal, and even eating hot pot felt much cooler.
After a satisfying meal, Qin Yu leaned back comfortably in his chair, enjoying a cigarette while taking in the stunning scenery of the palace.
Awesome!
Looking at it this way, it seems there's nothing to regret about losing that woman, Sima Jing.
Wearing a seductive outfit and exuding a powerful aura, everyone can be Sima Jing.
But the thought only lingered in Qin Yu's mind for a few seconds before disappearing.
It's easy to imitate Sima Jing, but not everyone has that seductive charm in their bones.
Thinking of this, Qin Yu took a deep drag on his cigarette.
The fact that he could suddenly think of Sima Jing shows that he still misses her.
Unfortunately, she's probably soaking at the bottom of that icy lake right now.
Qin Yu couldn't help but feel a little regretful, wondering if he shouldn't have killed the woman.
Seeing the melancholy look on his face, Zhao Yan leaned closer and comforted him with her small hand.
"Your Majesty, is something on your mind?"
"Something on your mind?" Qin Yu immediately adopted his usual carefree demeanor. "What could possibly be on my mind? I'm just a little full after eating!"
As he spoke, that wicked hand began to skillfully caress the exposed white skin.
Zi Yan was very perceptive. Upon seeing this scene, she immediately gave a wink to the maid beside her, who then cleared the items off the table and left the palace directly.
After a hearty meal and drinks, Zhao Yan's lustful desires began to take hold, and under Qin Yu's teasing, her eyes were already filled with seductive allure.
"His Majesty……"
Just as she was about to unbutton it to match, a tearing sound was heard, and the thin camisole was ripped off.
immediately.
They entered in single file.
Only then did Zhao Yan realize that the Emperor's improved version of the sundress was actually for his own convenience!
The moon is bright and the stars are few; I seek out the green bamboo.
"Your Majesty, when Abbot Liu learned of your assassination, he specially prepared a ritual for you to pray for your well-being."
"Praying for blessings?"
Qin Yu knew that this was another excuse Qingyun Temple had come up with. He then dressed with Zhao Yan's help and turned to leave.
Liu Caiqing had been waiting for a long time, her face beaming with joy.
"Master Liu, what could possibly make you so happy that you're in such a hurry to call me over so late at night?"
Clearly, Qin Yu was somewhat displeased that his intimate moment with Zhao Yan had been interrupted.
Liu Caiqing suppressed her excitement and began to report.
"Your Majesty, good news! It's done! It's already done!"
"What's done? Abbot Liu, please explain in more detail."
"The tobacco is a success! Of the fifteen tobacco plants you brought back as per your orders, three have already been successfully transplanted and cultivated! They are growing very well!"
"Really? That's wonderful news!"
No wonder Liu Caiqing was so happy and excited.
Fifteen tobacco plants may seem like a lot, but only a very few can be successfully transplanted.
Even with today's advanced technology, a 100% success rate for transplantation is not achievable. In this era, transplantation and cultivation are even more difficult.
I originally thought it would be good if even one plant survived, but unexpectedly, there were three.
Qin Yu was visibly delighted and had already begun planning for the state-owned cigarette factory.
"At that time, we'll buy a plot of land near the capital, start a pilot project, and then..."
As she spoke, Liu Caiqing frowned, her expression showing some disgust.
"Your Majesty, this cigarette you described is excellent in every way, but the smell it carries is really too strong. It's fine for men, but women find it quite unpleasant."
Qin Yu nodded helplessly.
"Well, there's nothing we can do about it; that's just how tobacco tastes."
As they were talking, Liu Caiqing suddenly had a brilliant idea.
"I do have a way that might improve the unpleasant smell of cigarettes!"
"oh?"
Qin Yu watched with interest as the woman brought out tobacco leaves and some other materials.
Improving it is no easy task; even in later generations, it would be difficult to solve well. He wanted to see what this woman could do.
First, after rubbing the tobacco leaves, Liu Caiqing personally grabbed some medicinal herbs and pollen and put them into a bowl, then quickly and vigorously pounded them.
As she was being crushed, her breasts bounced up and down, creating waves of flesh, and she was covered in sweat.
Qin Yu watched with his blood boiling and swallowed hard.
it is a pity.
Liu Caiqing moved too quickly and didn't get to appreciate the beautiful scenery for very long.
Soon, she got up and rolled the crushed pollen, herbs, and other materials together with tobacco leaves.
"Your Majesty, please try some!"
"The added substances, used to mask the odor, are all edible pollen, harmless when ingested. These medicinal herbs also neutralize the odor, and when combined with mint leaves, they can further refresh the mind!"
With great interest, he lit a cigarette. After just one puff, Qin Yu was stunned and immediately awestruck.
"This tastes amazing! It's delicious!"
I don't know what kind of pollen Liu Caiqing used, but it smelled very, very fragrant!
The cooling sensation went straight to the brain, much richer than the dry tobacco flavor from before.
Even after smoking a whole cigarette, there won't be any unpleasant cigarette smell left on your body; instead, there will be a faint fragrance!
Qin Yu was overjoyed.
It seems that from now on, the consumer group for cigarettes will not only be men, but also women.
After all, what woman doesn't like to smell nice?
"Master Liu, very good! From now on, you will be in charge of blending the flavors and aromas of the cigarettes!"
By reducing the proportion of tobacco in cigarettes and adding more pollen to make the flavor milder, it is likely that the market will soon open up to female consumers.
Women's purchasing power is much higher than men's.
After a moment's thought, Qin Yu immediately made his decision.
"I think the first cigarette factory doesn't need to be located near the capital, nor do we need to find a special place. We can set it up at Qingyun Temple!"
"At Qingyun Temple?" Liu Caiqing found it hard to believe.
"I think it's quite suitable. You've always been in charge of making cigarettes. Set up a shop in Qingyun Temple and have your female disciples make them."
"Spread the word that the cigarette ingredients are all hand-rolled by beautiful, young, virgin maids and are used by royalty. It's sure to be an instant hit."
Upon hearing this ingenious idea, Liu Caiqing's eyes lit up.
"Your Majesty, what a brilliant idea! This is another gimmick that will allow us to raise the price of high-end cigarettes once again!"
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