Red Mansion: I am Jia Lian

Chapter 192 Shocking News
For many women in the past, this old saying was like a mountaintop.

Human behavior is often driven by emotions, and emotions need to be vented. Weak people often release their emotions to weaker people.

Unresponsible emotional catharsis, Internet violence in specific cases.

For ordinary people, there is a high probability of becoming a member of the mob.

Wang Ren, who was receiving Jia Lian, took out a wooden box as if he were presenting a treasure and held it in his hand to show off: "Did you see it? This is a good thing that has been recently released. It will be sent to the palace as a tribute."

Jia Lian looked at the cigarettes in the box silently and said to himself: This is not a cigar rolled on a girl's lap.

Wang Ren took out one and handed it to Jia Lian, gesturing for him to light it. In this time and space, Jia Lian had no craving for cigarettes. His mood when smoking was very complicated, including nostalgia and the purpose of proving his existence. As long as the purpose is to make money.

Wang Ren was still showing off: "Please try this today, and try something better next time."

Jia Lian's curiosity was aroused: "Is there anything better?"

Wang Ren chuckled softly and said: "That thing is mainly popular among the rich and powerful in the capital. It is said to be a treasure from overseas. Take a sip, and you will be like a fairy, and you will have many girls in the night. You know about the romance of Wei and Jin Dynasties? ? All the famous people in those days didn’t use this treasure. Later, it was lost during the war. I didn’t expect it to be passed down overseas. "

Jia Lian didn't pay much attention at first, but when he heard about the romance between Wei and Jin Dynasty, his hair stood on end. Those so-called celebrities all come from well-established families, and their lives are very good. They have nothing to do and like to find excitement. After taking Wu Shi Powder, their whole body becomes hot. Even in the middle of winter, they go shirtless. They think that they will become immortals if they don't avoid the cold and heat. It's actually heavy metal poisoning.

A guest came to the house, it was Li Wan. It is said that that day, Jia Lian suggested that Li Wan help with the housekeeping. Li Wan, who was increasingly losing his sense of presence, was flattered by his servants wherever he went overnight. This is what power brings. Li Wan didn't pay much attention to these things. Considering his son, he had to cheer up and help. He made up his mind not to make the decision in everything, but to do it only with Wang Xifeng's nod.

The young couple felt tender for a while, and Ping'er coughed at the door before they separated. Ping'er saw that Wang Xifeng's clothes were quite neat, and thought to herself: I just like to bully others, but I am always kind to the young lady.

When he saw clearly what was inside, Jia Lian's expression suddenly changed and he thought to himself: It was small-scale smuggling at the beginning, then large-scale smuggling, and then directly launched a war.

The newlywed Wang Xifeng is a bit clingy and spends some time in front of Jia Lian. Back home, as soon as Jia Lian entered the study, she followed him. There was no one around, so Wang Xifeng had the courage to come back with her arms around her neck, like a kitten.

When Wang Xifeng received Li Wan outside, Ping'er was responsible for isolating Jia Lian from other women. Men have no subjective will and cannot help but be on guard. How many little prodigal hoofs are always ready to climb into bed.

Jia Lian quickly regained his composure, shook his head and said with a smile: "My uncle is a very nice person. He didn't make things difficult for me. I just have something to think about?"

Mentioning the words "Ye Yushu Nu" again, Jia Lian naturally thought of the so-called ice girl. Based on what happened in history, Jia Lian couldn't help but make a final decision and said in a disdainful tone: "What good things can be found overseas?"

On the way home, Wang Xifeng found that Jia Lian had been distracted. She thought Wang Ren was making things difficult for him, so she asked cautiously: "What's wrong? My brother doesn't speak well?"

Wang Xifeng couldn't see anyone. She buried her face on Jia Lian's chest and rubbed it hard for a few times before saying in a low voice: "No way. I haven't been avoiding people much all day. I just want to be with you."

Jia Lian's mind returned to opium, which was extremely harmful and difficult for people of this era to fully understand. Even in modern countries, some people will speak up to whitewash themselves for the sake of profit. The principles of many things are similar. Once a product becomes very popular in society, it is undoubtedly a harvesting game.

"Hey, aren't you here? I won't take it out for others." Wang Ren was still unfinished and put it away angrily. He wanted to continue bragging. Seeing that Jia Lian was a little absent-minded, he didn't mention it again.

Wang Ren was unhappy after hearing this: "Oh, don't you dare to underestimate it. It's a big place, so it's not uncommon to find some good things. This thing is very popular in the West, and it took me a lot of effort to do it." At one o'clock, I'll show it to you."

"Since it is a good thing, quickly put it away and enjoy it secretly." Jia Lian quickly returned to normal and pushed it back with a smile. But his thoughts were no longer on this. If he hadn't saved face for Wang Xifeng, he would have slapped this grandson to death today.

Jia Lian witnessed with his own eyes the orchid craze and the cross-stitch craze. Nowadays, every woman in society has a picture with the character [longevity]. As for orchids, my dear brother spent one month’s salary to buy a hanging basket. When "Shaolin Temple" was very popular, there were still people who started classes to recruit apprentices and teach the unique skills of Southern Shaolin. At that time, there was no tuition fee, just a harvest cigarette.

Wang Ren couldn't control his desire to show off. He turned around and went in. When he came out soon, he had a fist-sized brocade box in his hand. After opening it, he handed it to Jia Lian: "It doesn't look like much, but if you know how to do it, I bought a maid and brought it back to bake. Let me tell you, there is an old prince in the Zongren Mansion who is over sixty. Take a sip Well, after a happy night, my aunt is pregnant again. "

Jia Lian couldn't help but joked: "The swelling has gone down? It's not dark yet, so you can't wait?"

Seeing Jia Lian suddenly in a daze, Ping'er was a little disappointed. He had exhausted all his energy on the young lady.

Jia Lian didn't know for the time being whether there were any relevant laws prohibiting opium in the Zhou Dynasty. He would ask tomorrow. It's best to investigate and see who in the capital is smoking this.

Jia Lian thought to himself: If Mr. Gua doesn't do his best, in another twenty years, I will have to avoid you when I walk.

The girl is pregnant with spring, and Ping'er also likes the two of them to hook up in private, which gives them spiritual pleasure.

Seeing that Jia Lian was quiet and Ping'er didn't make any fuss, he quietly went out and made hot tea and brought it in.

Jia Lian saw the tea cup first, and then saw the bright wrist. He stretched out his hand to grab the wrist. Ping'er blushed immediately, looked back with a guilty conscience, and then whispered: "Careful and let people see it, there is nothing the Second Mistress can do to help the Second Master, and you can't take care of your maid." Will be soft-hearted.”

Ping'er originally thought that Jia Lian would be entangled for a while, but unexpectedly he let go and said, "That's true. There will be plenty of opportunities to take good care of you in the future, so don't rush for a while."

Jia Lian suddenly became honest, which made Ping'er very uncomfortable. How can a human being be like this?
Ping'er turned around to leave, but his waist tightened and he was stabbed in the back again.

Jia Lian dislikes the current clothes very much, they are too much in the way. It's about having an addiction to your hands and mouth, but it's not too much. It also feels good when worn over clothes. After all, it's not a sponge pad, just a piece of bellyband, so it won't have much impact.

After just a few glances, his eyes blurred, and he boldly looked back at Jia Lian and said, "Second Master, I don't dare to be serious."

Hearing the footsteps, Jia Lian let go of Ping'er, opened the curtain, and Wang Xifeng came in. He saw Ping'er's face was red and his clothes were neat, so he smiled and said, "Did I tease Ping'er again? Did you ask me to do it the night before?" Go and sleep with her, I'm still pretending to be noble."

Jia Lian came over with a smile, put his arms around Wang Xifeng's waist and said, "Why are you anxious? Sooner or later, you will be my man." In front of Ping'er, Wang Xifeng was not shy at all, and lightly slapped Jia Lian's hand and said, "I'll do it again from now on." You should avoid ordering servants, as a mistress is not dignified, how can she convince the public."

Ping'er wisely went to the door and stood there. Jia Lian continued his movements and asked casually: "Who is coming?"

Wang Xifeng was critically attacked, her tone was trembling: "It's Sister-in-law Zhu, please tell me something to help me. Master, don't wait until dark..."

Wang Xifeng, whose words were incoherent, could only hum. Fortunately, Jia Lian was not in a hurry. What he did just now was to divert attention so as not to affect Ping'er. It’s better not to open Wang Xifeng’s jealousy easily.

After dinner in the evening, Jia Lian took a shower, changed into light clothes, stayed comfortably in the bedroom with a book and a lamp.

Wang Xifeng, however, couldn't stay idle. She walked up and down in a hurry to show off her status, followed by more than a dozen maids and women.

When Wang Xifeng came back, the lights were already on in the courtyard. Although it was a bit hard to walk all the way, Wang Xifeng felt happy again when she saw Jia Lian sitting there quietly reading a book. A husband means what he says. I just don’t know if the second master will be able to withstand the attacks of those wandering hooves during the future pregnancy.

In the future, if the second master goes out to serve as an official, it will be even more troublesome. I read a poem a few days ago and regretted asking my husband to seek a title. Just like the aunt next door, she is looking forward to her husband becoming a general, but she is alone at home and lonely. This is still the mistress, and those aunts are like lonely ghosts. For a woman living in a deep house, even if she becomes an aunt, her only goal is to give birth to a child and worry about it.

Xu Shi refused Jia Lian's entanglement in the afternoon and felt that she owed her husband. Xifeng, the king of the night, was very cooperative and was put in many unspeakably shameful positions. At first, I could only grit my teeth, but later I was afraid of making too much noise, so I bit a piece of handkerchief.

When Ping'er heard the greeting and came in to deal with the aftermath, he saw that the young lady's soul was out of body, and her legs became weak again.

After cleaning up and changing the clean sheets, Ping'er finally left. I thought that was the end of the night, but unexpectedly there was a second half.

At the third watch, Ping'er can lie down and sleep. There is a door across the door, but the treatment is completely different.

Ping'er didn't complain, she accepted her fate.

Ping'er, who slept late, had to get up early in the morning. She used to sleep with the young lady, but now it's not a big deal. She wakes up in a daze, and when she hears any noise, she leans against the door frame to save some energy.

Jia Lian, who had won a great victory, got up first. When he saw Ping'er, he said, "Let Madam sleep a little longer."

It makes you crazy, but I still can’t accept you?

Jia Lian didn't get up too early, and it was already nine o'clock after breakfast. After being notified, Jia Lian took Chang Sui and eight generals out.

Zhang Ting'en, who was on duty, was surprised when he learned that Jia Lian asked for an audience: "This guy has always been lazy, isn't he on vacation?"

When Jia Lian entered, Zhang Ting'en joked: "Why, you went out of your way to take more wedding leave. It's only been a few days."

Jia Lian greeted him with a serious look on his face and said, "This matter is of great importance, so I don't dare to neglect it."

Upon seeing this, Zhang Ting'en also put away his teasing expression, raised his hand and said, "Sit down and speak slowly."

After Jia Lian sat down, he got straight to the point: "The student went directly to the topic. The words may be long, so sir, please be patient. The Westerners started the globalization of trade and sailed around the world. It can be said that they have no disadvantages. Only in China, the Westerners encountered obstacles everywhere. , they can only send the gold and silver they robbed all over the world to China in exchange for tea, porcelain, and silk. It has been more than a hundred years. To me, this is a profitable business. To Westerners, this is called a trade deficit. The Western powers competed primarily for maritime hegemony. The English won and became the maritime hegemons. They expanded their territory all over the world, but they could only dress up and go ashore to do business, and their business was still a net export of gold and silver. Buyer, this is an unacceptable reality for England, which is a country founded on trade. If this situation is not solved, the precious metals in the country will be exhausted sooner or later. Westerners can give up all morals in the world for the sake of wealth and profit, so there are Western merchants. It is nothing new for some profiteers in the country to smuggle this highly addictive product that endangers their own people. After all, the salt merchants in Lianghuai sell private salt openly. Secret. This substance changed its name and changed its appearance, and invaded the country under the name of Fushou Ointment. After people use it, it is extremely difficult to quit. It can be seen that in order to balance the trade deficit, Western businessmen will smuggle this poisonous substance on a large scale. "

Jia Lian said this in one breath. After stopping, he picked up the tea cup in front of him and took a sip. He looked at Zhang Ting'en and waited for his words.

Zhang Ting'en hesitated for a moment before asking: "You mean, this product will greatly reduce foreign trade income?"

Jia Lian almost lost his breath. Your focus is really direct.

"The large-scale invasion of this thing has two dangers. One is the depletion of finances, and the other is the depletion of military resources. It is only appearing on a small scale at the moment, but it must be paid enough attention. As far as I know, it is currently only used by some wealthy people. Look. It seems inconspicuous. In fact, the money spent by these wealthy people is not included in taxes. "

Don’t you value money? I just stared at money and said.

At this point, Zhang Ting'en stood up and said: "I understand, and I will ask to see His Majesty. Don't leave, let's go together."

Emperor Chenghui quickly agreed to Mianjun's request. The master and apprentice appeared together, and Emperor Chenghui also teased him: "Newly married Yan'er, while the honey is mixing oil, you are not at home to serve your little wife, so come to me." What to do?”

Jia Lian looked serious. After he stepped forward and said what he had said before, Emperor Chenghui didn't care at first. After hearing this, he became serious. Wouldn't it be fatal to have the finances depleted?
"When it comes to the dangers, it is unavoidable to be alarmist, but the matter of smuggling must be investigated."

Emperor Chenghui's attitude was exactly the same as Zhang Ting'en's, which made Jia Lian speechless, so he shouted loudly: "Your Majesty, you can ask someone to find a person who smokes this substance. If he is locked up for a day and is not allowed to smoke, he will know the harm of this substance."

Jia Lian was so excited that Emperor Chenghui had no choice but to pay attention to him. After all, this Shuzi was not a person who did nothing without aim.

Emperor Chenghui called Xia Shouzhong and asked him. After asking, Xia Shouzhong said: "This is easy. I know who is doing it. I just need to use the banner of your Majesty to summon him and let him enter the palace and wait for a day."

The person Xia Shouzhong was talking about was a supervisor of the Zongren Mansion and had a lot of money, so he could afford it.

When he was informed this time, he thought something good had happened. He never expected to be called into the palace, so he immediately locked up the small dark room and only provided tea and rice.

(End of this chapter)