Troubled times: Start practicing spiritual practice by taking care of your sister-in-law.

Chapter 649 Seven Hundred and Eight:
"Maritime trade?!"

When the merchants heard Chen Mo say that he wanted to invest in maritime trade instead of a money house, they were slightly surprised. They obviously understood that Chen Mo wanted to use them to build a money house, but the reward, or profit, would come from maritime trade.

Isn't this just borrowing a hen to lay eggs? The most important thing is that the Chamber of Commerce will also take 30%.

Moreover, they were all inland merchants and didn't know much about overseas trade. They only heard that the imperial court suffered huge losses every time it went out to sea, which caused strong opposition from civil and military officials, who kept petitioning to close overseas trade.

This made the businessmen feel that Chen Mo had no intention of helping them make money, but only wanted to use them to build a money house.

However, according to what Chen Mo said, the money houses can indeed develop and make it easier for them to do business, which is also a benefit. It is better to be able to spend the money than to get no benefit at all.

Of course, we still have to wait and see how much money this will cost.

Seeing that they were silent, Chen Mo silently took out a letter from his bosom, put it on the table, and said: "This is the record of the income from the sea trade during the reign of Emperor Ling. The income from that sea voyage alone was more than 13 million taels.

Of course, you must have heard about the court's losses from going to sea, and wondered why the treasury was always in deficit even though the revenue was more than 13 million taels, and why it was repeatedly opposed by ministers. Now, I will tell you that it was because all the 13 million taels went into the emperor's inner treasury, and not a penny went into the state treasury. On the contrary, the money used for going to sea was all paid by the state treasury, so it would be strange if it didn't suffer losses."

As Chen Mo revealed the secrets of the imperial court, everyone's faces changed, and they were surprised that they could earn so much money by going out to sea.

Chen Mo gestured to Qingwu, who nodded, picked up the letter from the table and gave it to the elder of the Wu family.

The elders of the Wu family had seen it a long time ago, so after taking a quick look at it, they passed it to Yi Qianchi.

After reading it, Yi Qianchi passed it to Xiao Quan and others.

After everyone had finished reading, the elder of the Wu family said, "My Wu family is willing to pay 1.5 million taels to become a shareholder of the Chamber of Commerce."

"The Xiao family will also contribute 1.5 million taels." Xiao Quan said.

"Three hundred thousand taels from the Yi family." Compared with the Wu and Xiao families, the Yi family is still a small family, and being able to offer three hundred thousand taels is already the limit.

Qin Hao lowered his head and discussed with the people around him, then said: "My Qin family is willing to pay two million taels."

"hiss"

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone took a breath of cold air. Wow, this is more than what the Wu and Xiao families have.

"I'll pay five hundred thousand taels."

"I'll pay three hundred thousand taels."

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Seeing someone taking the lead, and considering the profits from maritime trade, they were all tempted and started spending their money.

Seeing that all 27 companies had boarded the ship, Chen Mo showed a satisfied smile on his face. Then, just like someone who started a business, painted a pie for employees, saying that the company would give employees dividends after going public, Chen Mo also painted a big pie and said, "I plan to build a canal from north to south with the Grand Canal in Huaizhou as the center, extending to Cangzhou in the north, Chongzhou in the south, and extending to Tianchuan in the capital.

At that time, we can transport overseas goods to Jiangnan and the capital as soon as possible, and the Chamber of Commerce can collect a certain amount of tolls from all merchant ships passing through this Grand Canal."

boom!
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's eyes widened, and an image of a prosperous scene with "canal transport, commerce and travel coming and going" emerged in their minds.

The most important thing is that this is a great project that will benefit future generations of people. Once it is completed, it will be an honor for them as members of the Chamber of Commerce.

Even many smart people have figured out the meaning of it. If this Chamber of Commerce is so convenient, there will be wealthy and powerful people everywhere investing in it in the future. Then, how prosperous will the business be in the future?

Everyone was excited, and some were even thinking about investing more money.

After making up their minds, they started to act with exceptional efficiency. The Chamber of Commerce was established that day and named Linhuai Chamber of Commerce. Everyone unanimously elected Qin Hao as the first president.

Originally, people from the Xiao family and the Wu family were nominated to be the first president, but they were rejected by the Xiao and Wu families.

After all, they have a close relationship with Chen Mo and need to avoid suspicion.

Qin Hao was so happy after being elected as the president that he invested another 1 million taels, a total of 3 million taels, to become a shareholder of the Chamber of Commerce.

After dealing with this group of businessmen, when Chen Mo returned home, it was already dark.

In the hall, since Chen Mo had already informed them that they would eat outside, the girls did not wait for him. They had already finished their dinner and were playing with the four children, Chen Jia, Chen You, Chen Nuo and Chen Zhong, as a way to digest their food.

"My husband is back." Wu Mi greeted him with a smile, and then smelled the alcohol on Chen Mo's body, and said, "How about I ask the kitchen to prepare some hangover soup?"

"No need." Chen Mo squatted down while saying this. Chen Nuo, who was playing beside him, saw Chen Mo and ran towards him with his short legs, saying, "Father, ride the big horse."

These days, Chen Mo has been playing with the four children a lot, and he has even played as a horse for the children to ride.

But that was all in private. Now that all the girls are here, he has to save his face.

Chen Mo pinched Chen Nuo's little face and said with a smile: "Nuo'er, father is tired today, how about riding the big horse tomorrow?"

"No, no, I want to ride now." Seeing that Chen Mo refused, Chen Nuo burst into tears the next second.

"Chen Nuo." At this time, Xia Zhiqing's cold voice sounded, staring at Chen Nuo with cold eyes, and said: "You are asking for a beating again."

At home, Chen Mo plays the role of a kind father who dotes on his children, while Xia Zhiqing is the strict mother.

Sure enough, after hearing his mother's words, Chen Nuo's crying became softer, and his chubby little hands grabbed Chen Mo's robe, wanting to get comfort from his father.

"Zhiqing, don't be mean to the child. Nuo'er is not afraid, let's ride big horses." Chen Mo touched Chen Nuo's little face and said with a smile.

After having a child, Chen Mo found that he was still a child slave.

"Ride a big horse, ride a big horse." Chen Nuo's two chubby little hands immediately clapped together and he laughed.

"Father, father, I want to ride too." Chen You also trotted over.

Chen Jia crawled over, but Chen Zhong was particularly quiet, not moving or making any noise.

"Okay, okay, let's all ride."

Chen Mo was in the hall, serving as a horse for several children.

If outsiders saw this scene, they would definitely be shocked that the powerful King of Wei actually has such a side to him.

"My husband, I'm teaching the children. You'll spoil them like this." Xia Zhiqing pouted and said to the two children, "Nuo'er, Youyou, come down quickly. Don't tire your father out."

Wu Mi had just instructed the servants to prepare hot water for Chen Mo to take a bath. When he saw this scene, the smile on his face became even more intense, filled with happiness.

No matter what other people think of my husband, at least at home, he is a good father and a good husband.

"Zhiqing, it's okay. I've been away from them for a long time and haven't been a good father. Let me make up for it now." Chen Mo said, turning back to the kids on his back and smiling, "The big horse is going to speed up, sit tight, go."

"Aiya" all the children laughed and followed suit. After playing for a while, Wu Mi came over and said, "Husband, the hot water is ready, go take a bath."

After saying that, he took all three children off his back.

After Chen Mo stood up, he looked around at everyone, then his eyes stopped on Liang Xue and said, "It seems to be Xue'er's turn tonight. Come and help me bathe."

Liang Xue blushed and nodded obediently.

……

The backyard bathhouse is filled with steam.

Chen Mo had been soaking in the bathtub for a long time at this moment, with his back leaning against the wall of the tub, his hands on the edge of the tub, enjoying the soak in the hot water.

After a while, the door opened and a voice rang out: "Husband."

"Come here and massage my shoulders." Chen Mo said without raising his eyes.

"Ah."

The footsteps approached, and soon two soft and boneless little hands were placed on Chen Mo's shoulders and began to massage gently.

"Comfortable." Chen Mo took a long breath and said with a smile: "Xue'er, your technique has improved."

"Sister Mi taught me. Later, my husband, you lie down on the bed, and I can give you a massage to activate your blood circulation." Liang Xue said.

"Then I have to experience it carefully." Chen Mo said with a smile.

After taking a bath, Chen Mo stood up directly from the bathtub and took big steps forward. Water droplets fell from his body. He turned around and opened his arms skillfully, waiting for Liang Xue to bring a dry towel to wipe the water droplets off his body.

Every time after he took a bath, the girls would serve him like this, and he had gotten used to it.

However, when he saw Liang Xue's dress, his eyes widened.

Liang Xue was actually wearing a tight black bunny girl outfit, which highlighted her charming curves, showed off her long legs, and outlined her charming figure.

She wore a bunny ear hair accessory on her head, which added a touch of playfulness and charm, and her long hair was casually draped over her shoulders.

Her eyes are bright and blurry, revealing a hint of teasing and temptation, as if hiding endless mysteries; her lips are pink and attractive, with a slightly teasing smile; her exposed skin is as white as snow, smooth and delicate, like a carefully crafted work of art.

The most important thing is that it is summer now, and the bathhouse is steaming hot, making Liang Xue look like she has just finished a sauna in a bunny girl's outfit. The sweat on her face makes her even more charming and attractive.

Liang Xue is naturally charming, and this bunny girl outfit is a perfect match for her.

Seeing Chen Mo's reaction, Liang Xue was very satisfied and said with a smile: "I knew that you would like it, my husband."

As she spoke, Liang Xue took the dry towel on the shelf next to her and started to wipe Chen Mo.

She first helped Chen Mo dry his hair, then his entire upper body. Afterwards, she changed to a dry towel and squatted down to wipe the water stains on Chen Mo's legs. The whole process was meticulous, and she seemed to be used to the thing dangling in front of her, but her face turned red.

After wiping, Liang Xue was about to get up, but suddenly found her shoulders were held down and she couldn't get up. She raised her head slightly and saw Chen Mo's lips moving, whispering something.

After realizing what was going on, Liang Xue's face turned red as if water could drip out of it, but she still did as she was told.

Soon, Chen Mo's eyes narrowed slightly, and he touched the rabbit ear hair accessory on Liang Xue's head, wondering what material it was made of.

After a long while, Liang Xue's heart was shocked. She turned away with her mouth puffed out.

Chen Mo's brows relaxed, and after glancing around a few times, he walked over.

Liang Xue glanced at him, her bright eyes flashed, and she felt a little depressed for some reason. But the next second, she saw the young man who walked away took a handkerchief and handed it to her, saying softly, "I'm sorry for wronging you."

Although this is a common saying, Liang Xue felt much better after hearing it in her heart. She took the handkerchief and wiped it quickly, then stood up and took the initiative to hug Chen Mo: "Husband, let's go back to the room and rest."

About half an hour.

In Liang Xue's room.

Between the curtains, Chen Mo looked at Liang Xue, who was already limp and weak as a silkworm, with a hint of aftertaste on his face.

The bunny girl is breathing softly at this moment, her narrow and charming eyes are slightly open, and the corners of her eyebrows and eyes exude the charm of a married woman.

A charming and beautiful face, like the sunset in the sky, with a layer of fine sweat covering the temples and forehead. The hair in front of the forehead was messy and stuck to the face. There was also a lot of sweat on the jade neck, which soaked the half-undressed tights.

Sensing the young man's gaze towards her, Liang Xue took a break and leaned into his arms, like a kitten longing for her master's love. She said softly, "My dear, I have a feeling that I will definitely get pregnant this time."

Chen Mo hugged Liang Xue, kissed her on the forehead, and smiled, "That's great."

"Husband, I'm telling you the truth, at that moment just now, the feeling was extremely strong." Liang Xue said.

"That's my fifth child, and also my first child after I was promoted to king. If it's true, it's a blessing from God, and we have to celebrate it well." Chen Mo chuckled.

"Yeah. I've thought about it. If it's a boy, we'll call him Chen Xiang. If it's a girl, we'll call her Chen Rui. It means good luck to me." Liang Xue had already thought of a name for the child.

"All up to you." After a few words, Chen Mo became a little dishonest and started to fish for the moon.

Liang Xue's delicate body was trembling in Chen Mo's arms, becoming weaker and weaker.

Just as Chen Mo raised one of her beautiful legs and was about to start the second round, her eyebrows raised slightly.

He heard the sound of a pipa.

In fact, he just wanted to find Yang Qingqing.

But ever since that night with Xiao Ya, the other party suddenly became quiet. In addition, Chen Mo had been accompanying Wu Mi, Han Anniang, Yi Shiyan and others recently, so he put this matter behind him. Unexpectedly, the other party was still restless.

"Husband, what's wrong?" Liang Xue asked in confusion when she saw Chen Mo standing still.

"Xue'er, take a rest first. I'll go out and take a look." Chen Mo said.

……

On the other side, in Yang Qingqing's room.

More than ten days have passed since Chen Mo came back, and he hasn't come to see her yet, and they haven't even met. This makes Yang Qingqing think that her plan has worked and she has successfully made the other party hate her and doesn't want to come to touch her anymore.

So, tonight she planned to strike while the iron was hot and let Chen Mo completely banish her to the "cold palace".

(End of this chapter)