Within a few days, there was heated discussion in the court because of the cement issue.

The effect of the cement is immediate. None of the big figures who are officials in the court are stupid.

As for the person involved, Si Tuzhou, who researched this result and handed in the paperwork, he hid himself and stayed in the prince's mansion to accompany Yan Zhao. His marriage leave was not over yet.

In addition to cement, Si Tuzhou also contributed the technology of the four-wheeled carriage.This is also considered a great innovation, but the use of a single pair of horses makes the cost high, and it is not affordable for ordinary people.However, under the discussion of Si Tuzhou and Yan Zhao, they thought that it could be used to transport a large amount of goods, such as war armaments, so that it is even more imperative to build cement roads in the territory.

In the booklet, Si Tuzhou did not forget to pay tribute to Yan Zhao, and Daoming himself was inspired a lot by her.

Although Emperor Jianming didn't quite believe it, some of his subordinates reported that the sixth prince and concubine often went to the workshop after they got married, and often stayed there for a whole day. Although don't know how much the sixth concubine has contributed to these matters, there is no doubt that she is a good helper.

Originally, I heard that the sixth son has been staying in the mansion with his wife after marriage, indulging in the gentleness, so I can't help feeling a little love brain.

But as soon as cement, which is beneficial to the country and the people, came out, Emperor Jianming changed his mind instantly. Not only did he think that the sixth son had a good vision, but he also felt that he had given him a marriage that day, which made a good marriage.

When Emperor Jianming was in a good mood, he received more rewards. Not only Concubine Shu and the Sixth Prince's Mansion, but also Yan Zhao's parents and his uncle Xiao's family in Capital City also received heavy rewards one after another.

The gossip about the Sixth Prince's concubine being aloof and unsocial from the women's circle of noble ladies in Capital City disappeared in an instant.

Even His Majesty praised the sixth concubine and was so satisfied, they dared to say anything.

Xiao Mingjin and Father Yan, who were far away in Suzhou, were unexpectedly rewarded by His Majesty, saying that they were good at teaching daughters and had outstanding virtues. Although Yan's father didn't increase his rank to become a nobleman, Xiao Mingjin's imperial order was promoted to the third rank of Shuren.

In less than half a year, Xiao Mingjin has been promoted from a petty official's wife to a third-rank wife, even in this Suzhou city, she is rare and honorable.

It is completely in the light of my daughter.

In addition, Yan Zhao was really guilty of receiving this reward. If she really knew the cement formula, she would have told her father a long time ago, and she would be able to help her get promoted. The enlightenment on the usefulness of cement is at best the icing on the cake.

The Sixth Prince's Mansion was full of jubilation, how could one not be happy that the master he served had such a generous favor.

And His Highness has already said that all the rewards in the palace will be sent to the princess, and she will choose and decide.

Yan Zhao sat on the imperial concubine chair covered with fur blankets, leaning lazily on the back of the chair, holding a soft pillow in his arms, listening to the housekeeper respectfully introducing these famous and famous things one by one. Medicinal cloth, brocade, gold and silver, all kinds of novelties for tribute.

"The annual output of this royal tribute golden bergamot is less than ten catties, and His Majesty gave all of it to the Sixth Prince's Mansion. There is also this pastel blue and white glazed vase, which is a rare treasure..."

Neither Yan Zhao nor Si Tuzhou were interested in tasting tea, so they left some for hospitality, and gave the rest to the Xiao Mansion.

There are not many other human relations to do, but she is comfortable as a prince and concubine.It's no better than Si Tuzhou, who was taken to work for the imperial court as soon as the marriage leave ended. He only handed in the cement results, and there were follow-up matters.

There is a steady stream of rewards in the palace, and there are more officials in Beijing who cater to the sixth prince's mansion and give gifts, and the number of posts sent is 30 to 40% more than before.

Yan Zhao's casual attitude was as usual, and he basically turned him away. Except for occasionally entering the palace to greet Concubine Shu, he basically stayed in the mansion and was happy.

Because the result of this cement was donated to the court for free by the sixth child, Emperor Jianming felt that the contribution outweighed the reward. Not to mention that cement can be used to build official roads and dikes to prevent disasters and defend against enemies, etc., and it can also increase income for the treasury of the Ministry of Households.

Looking at it this way, Lao Liu suffered a disadvantage, and Emperor Jianming wanted to make up for it in other ways.

So when Emperor Jianming came to Chongyang Palace for a meal that day, he gave Concubine Shu a list of next year's general election with a smile on his face.

The ladies' election is held every three years, so the names of the candidates have been reported by various famous families.

The meaning of Emperor Jianming's move was to let Concubine Shu take a look at the list of beautiful girls in advance, and if there are any candidates she likes, she can circle them first, so that she can be designated as a side concubine or concubine for the sixth child later.

You must know that there are many daughters of high-ranking and noble ministers, even being the wife and concubine of the royal family and county king is also qualified. This is because Emperor Jianming took the initiative to give his son more support, so that the Sixth Prince's Mansion would not be too weak.

From the point of view of Emperor Jianming, there is no conflict between rewarding the sixth concubine and her natal family, and giving his son more help in taking concubines.

Before the sixth child got married, Concubine Shu naturally accepted it readily, but now thinking of the guess before, her heart skipped a beat, and a soft smile appeared on her face,

"Did your Majesty forget that the sixth child refused to marry a wife two years ago, even if the concubine wanted to give him a side concubine first, did he not want it?"

Emperor Jianming paused for a moment, then said disapprovingly, "After all, you have a family and a career, and your mind will change."

Concubine Shu's eyes flickered slightly, and she said: "Lao Liu's temperament is not so easy to change. Besides, your majesty doesn't know that your son is high-minded and assertive. If he likes it, he doesn't want to wait a little longer.He eagerly came to ask for a marriage, and if he didn't like it, even if it was forced to him, he would beat him to death."

Emperor Jianming thought about it carefully, and found that the sixth child would really do this.

Seeing His Majesty's expression of hesitation, Concubine Shu continued to sigh, "It's also my concubine who spoiled him. Thinking of the suffering he suffered when he was young, I couldn't bear to go against his will. Finally, the sixth son found a man he liked.Daughter-in-law and concubines can only be happy."

Concubine Shu's last play of bitterness even hit Emperor Jianming's weakness.Not only did he not feel that the sixth child was rebellious and ignorant, but he also felt pity for Concubine Shu's loving mother. A mother loves children, even if she indulges a little more, it's nothing.

Emperor Jianming obviously listened to the last sentence, and sighed, "Then don't recruit newcomers to the old six."

Anyway, the sixth child is still young, let's go with his wishes.

After His Majesty left, Concubine Shu's confidant mother stepped forward and squeezed her shoulders, "Concubine Six is very lucky to have a mother-in-law like you."

Without newcomers entering the mansion, the status of the Sixth Prince's Concubine is still not secure.

Concubine Shu smiled, and said in a calm tone, "Earlier, I didn't think that she had a low family background and was not worthy of Lao Liu, but looking at it now, it really honors Lao Liu's wishes."

Not to mention whether the sixth child is really a hindrance to the offspring, the sixth child's care for her is unusual.

Concubine Shugui also thought that the exposition was the sixth son deliberately showing merit for his daughter-in-law and adding a good name to her.But Yan Zhao went to the palace several times to pay his respects, and when he mentioned the cement matter discussed in the court, he was not ignorant of everything, on the contrary, he had something to say.

Lao Liu has always been interested in some ingenious and obscene things in the past, which is in line with him, no wonder Lao Liu likes her.

This also solved some of the doubts in Concubine Shu's heart, and in all fairness, this daughter-in-law may be a little simple-minded, but getting along with her is easy, there are not so many twists and turns, every time come to pay her respects, is it true?To be honest, she has been in the palace for so many years, how can she not see it.

From now on, for Lao Liu's sake, just protect her more.

After the autumn, the weather is getting colder, Yan Zhao doesn't like to move, he likes to stay in the mansion, life is not boring, Yongning often goes out of the palace to play in the mansion, along with the Seventh Prince.Under her leadership, also fell in love with the various hot pots made by Chuanshu chefs and dishes such as boiled fish and spicy chicken.

The must-eat in winter is of course hot pot.

The pot prepared every day not only contains high-quality beef, sheep and venison, but also fresh and refreshing green seasonal vegetables.Speaking of it, it was Yan Zhao's first visit to the flower house in his family's mansion. The steward also said that the flower house is warm like spring all year round and there are flowers blooming.

It was originally a flattery, but now who knows that in this mansion, only by winning the favor of the prince and concubine can one really succeed.

But Yan Zhao had a clear mind, and immediately thought that growing flowers is worse than growing vegetables. Isn't this a modern greenhouse.Naturally, asked Si Tuzhou about the specific operation principle, and he allocated some manpower from Huangzhuang, and immediately pulled out those precious and beautiful flowers and plants, and replaced them with some vegetables and fruits.

Not to mention the cost involved, but Yan Zhao did manage to eat fresh vegetables in the ancient winter, and even sent a lot to His Majesty and Concubine Shu in the palace.

Later, heard that Concubine Shu also helped her gain a reputation for filial piety.

Soon it will be the end of the year,

The people inside and outside the court have long heard rumors that the princes might be divided up, but they did not expect His Majesty to issue an imperial decree on the twenty-sixth day of the twelfth lunar month.Wang, the fifth prince is King Zhao, the sixth prince is King Chu, and the seventh prince is King An.

The six kings stand side by side, which can be called a masterpiece.

Not even the fifth prince who had committed a mistake and the seventh prince who was still young was not left behind. At the same time, this was Emperor Jianming's attitude that he did not intend to establish a prince.

But there are still many people who want to try to guess His Majesty's intentions in this king's decree.

For example, the sixth prince, the father-in-law of the King of Chu, was conferred the title of Yong'an Bo. This preference should not be too obvious.

This is actually Emperor Jianming's compensation for Lao Liu's contributions to cement. Since the side concubine with a noble family background is not accepted to increase her power, it is better to mention the sixth prince's concubine's natal family. It was also because there was really no one in the Yan family except Father Yan, so Emperor Jianming simply awarded him a title with a swipe of his pen.

Father Yan and Xiao Mingjin are preparing to send to Capital City as an annual gift, and they also added a lot of Suzhou specialties.As a result, after the imperial decree came, he won a title for nothing, and his daughter became Princess Chu.

Father Yan was not overwhelmed by this big pie, he was worried instead of happy.

The sixth prince is not only crowned king, but also highly valued by His Majesty. His future future will definitely not be too bad, but I'm afraid it's too good. The position of my daughter as a princess will only attract more people to covet. Even if Father Yan doesn't understand the secrets of the backyard, he still knows what it means to be blinded by profit. A princess with no family background to rely on is a piece of fat in the eyes of those ambitious people.

Father Yan felt that he had to work harder to help his daughter.

Just as Si Tuzhou guessed, Father Yan had long since given up on thinking about his step-children, and only cared about his daughter.

Yan Zhao, who was in the palace, was counting the warehouses that had grown thicker these days. He couldn't help sighing, His Majesty made such a big effort to confer titles of princes, conferring six princes all at once, and this family in the capital must bleed profusely. Just for the congratulatory gift, six copies had to be given, even King An, who hadn't left the palace to open the mansion, couldn't forget it.

It seems that this has no family background, and it is really not easy to be a Beijing official.