Xu Xingxia nodded casually. [Full text reading] This Lin family still seems to have some confidence. It doesn't seem to be a simple line of Qingwangfu. The current Qingwang Mansion, after escaping from Ningxia City, what kind of treatment will be suffered, I don't know yet. If there is no accident, King Qing himself should not be punished too severely.

According to the relevant decrees, leaving the fiefdom without permission is punishable by beheading. However, a decree is, after all, a decree and must be enforced in order to be effective. It is estimated that Emperor Wanli will not seriously implement it. Anyway, King Qing is also a relative of the emperor, isn't it? You can't easily put a butcher's knife on your brother's body. However, if the Qingwang Mansion wants to restore its former prestige, it is also impossible. Without the town of Ningxia, they are nothing.

The feeling of being under the fence is obviously not very comfortable. According to King Qing's request, Guyuan Town will definitely not stay for long, the conditions there are too poor. His only choice was to go to Xi'an Mansion and find another place to live. It's just that Xi'an Mansion is the territory of King Qin's Mansion, and it is said that the relationship between King Qin and King Qing is not very good. Therefore, the relationship between the two princes may not be very pleasant. It is estimated that Zhu Yidan, the little county lord who used to be high-flying and domineering, and didn't know the height of the sky, will also be a lot more restrained now, right?

The Lin family is so eager to come back to Ningxia City, either because the background behind them is very hard, or because they are in a difficult situation, they must get glass and expand their financial resources. The more Xu Xingxia thought about it, the more he felt that the latter's possible surname was very big. Otherwise, Lin Feirong would not have ventured to meet her. Her behavior like this, to put it seriously, is a thief, and she will also behead the whole family, and even punish the nine clans. Even if Lin Feirong herself didn't know the serious consequences, Mrs. Lin would definitely know it. However, she still appeared.

This shows that the situation of the Lin family will definitely not be very good. The property of the Lin family was confiscated by the white-clothed army when Ningxia City was breached. Such a blow is unbearable for anyone, and I believe that the Lin family will not be an exception. The Lin family has something to ask for themselves. Xu Xingxia smiled slightly, and said quietly: "As long as you are willing to come back, I should welcome you." As long as I can, I am willing to do my best to help. ”

Lin Feirong quietly breathed a sigh of relief in her heart, but she didn't show it at all on the surface, but said bluntly: "Since this is the case, then it's decided." Next time, when we come back, the committee member will not send someone to raid our home. ”

Xu Xingxia said briskly: "But don't worry, it will definitely not." ”

Lin Feirong suddenly said: "By the way, do you have a very special drawing?" ”

Xu Xingxia looked at her a little puzzled, not knowing why she suddenly jumped to the top of the drawing. Subconsciously, he thought of the drawings of Jenny's spinning machine. In his impression, it seems that he made such a drawing, and finally handed it to Zhu Zhizhi. However, what does Zhu Zhizhi's drawings have to do with the Lin family? Could it be that the Lin family and Zhu Zhizhi are also intrinsically linked? He said a little strangely, "What drawings?" ”

Lin Feirong looked a little embarrassed, as if she had done something wrong, and said thoughtfully: "It seems to be called Jenny Spinning Machine?" I'm sorry, I didn't bother to inquire, it was Mr. Xu Guangqi who inadvertently said it. Elder Commissioner, let me put it this way, this machine is also very important to our Lin family. We hope you can sell us the drawings of the machine, we are willing to buy it at a high price, and the price will definitely satisfy you. ”

Xu Xingxia said curiously: "What is the relationship between your Lin family and Xu Guangqi?" ”

Lin Feirong was silent for a moment, and said carefully: "If I say that my father and Xu Guangqi used to be Jinshi on the same list, and the relationship between the two is still very good, will you believe it?" ”

This time, it was Xu Xingxia's turn to be really surprised. Lin Feirong's father turned out to be a jinshi on the same list as Xu Guangqi? God, that's a pretty big discovery! He has always felt strange about what the Lin family is coming from, so it is. There is no doubt that the Lin family is a typical example of collusion between officials and businessmen. Lin Feirong's father, since he was born as a Jinshi, must have an official position. The mother ran the business in secret, using the power of the princess to make profits.

It is no wonder that the Lin family's business will be hit. Because, Lin Feirong's father died. People die like lights go out, and since people are gone, power is gone. Without the protection of power, Mrs. Lin's business naturally can't last long. Forced to move to the town of Ningxia in search of new protections of power. This new power should be the Qingwang Mansion. However, the protection of King Qing's Mansion does not have its own reality to Xiang Gong. Therefore, the situation of the Lin family in Ningxia Town cannot be said to be very good.

Xu Xingxia secretly calculated that Xu Guangqi was a jinshi in the thirty-second year of Wanli, about thirteen years from now. Lin Feirong's father should also be about forty years old, he was admitted to the Jinshi at the age of twenty-seven or eighteen, and gave birth to Lin Feirong at the age of twenty-three. This is entirely possible for those who read books. At the age of twenty-seven, he was admitted to the Jinshi, and at that time, he was quite an outstanding talent. It must be known that Zhang Juzheng was also a 23-year-old jinshi. Lin Feirong's father is only one term later than Zhang Juzheng, which is very good.

"It's a pity that my father died young, otherwise, our Lin family would not have fallen to the point where it is now." Lin Feirong said unhappily. When she said this, she vaguely revealed her heart. After all, she is a girl who has not been deeply involved in the world, and she inadvertently revealed her true thoughts. Who doesn't want to have a good dad?

"Xu Guangqi, what are you doing at the moment?" Xu Xingxia didn't have a careful taste for Lin Feirong's words. His mind is all on Xu Guangqi. No way, the name is too catchy. He quickly figured out the cause and effect. It must be that Jenny's spinning machine is a little technically difficult, and Zhu Zhizhi has to consult Xu Guangqi. In the Ming Dynasty, if anyone has a very deep study of these miraculous skills, this person is Xu Guangqi.

With Zhu Zhizhi's identity, it is impossible to ask for advice from very low-level craftsmen, and Xu Guangqi, who was born as a Jinshi, is the best object of inquiry. With Xu Guangqi's knowledge, after careful consideration, he should be able to crack the secret of Jenny's spinning machine, and at the same time understand the huge use of Jenny's spinning machine. He either intentionally or unintentionally revealed the mystery in it, so that the Lin family quietly captured it. This is the main reason for Lin Feirong's arrival.

In other words, Lao Xu is sometimes indeed a hanger, not too cautious. His accession to Catholicism was strange in itself, and it has had a great influence on his career. If it weren't for his close ties with foreigners, he wouldn't have had ups and downs in his career. He was one of the most outstanding talents in the late Ming Dynasty, but unfortunately, he has never been reused. Many official positions are like going through the motions and don't really play a role.

"What else can he do? In Tianjin Weitun Tianbei. Lin Feirong said helplessly.

Xu Xingxia asked curiously and carefully, and finally learned the current details of Xu Guangqi. In other words, this Xu Guangqi Jinshi is indeed a bit different compared to others. He is proficient in astronomy, calendrical calculations, and likes to study firearms, wield guns, and are very good at it. He also joined the Catholic Church and studied with Matteo Ricci, an Italian. In the 40th year of Wanli, he served as a compiler of almanacs, and worked with the missionary Xiong Sanba to make the heavens and the earth and other observatories. In the forty-first year of Wanli, he was attacked by others, said he was sick and resigned, and he was cultivated in Tianjin. At present, he is in Tianjin Wei Gengtian.

However, alternative talents like him can be used in many places. Perhaps, in the officialdom, he has no chance to be like a fish in water and has no chance to ascend to a high position, but in terms of scientific research, he is Taishan Beidou. If Zhu Zhizhi has any difficult questions, most of them will ask him. The current Xu Guangqi has no official position, he is a free body, no matter where he haunts, it is normal. If he comes to Ningxia City...... Xu Xingxia's eyes rolled, and he said intentionally or unintentionally: "Miss Lin, let's make a deal, how about it?" I'll use Jenny's drawings of the spinning machine and exchange one thing with you. ”

Lin Feirong immediately became vigilant, and her towering chest trembled obviously, showing the excitement in her heart. No way, she really wants to get the drawings of Jenny's spinning machine, and their Lin family really needs Jenny's spinning machine technology. However, she also knows very well that the exchange target proposed by Xu Xingxia will definitely not be cheap. She said cautiously, "What deal?" ”

Xu Xingxia said slowly: "You must be aware of the uniqueness of Jenny's spinning machine, right?" It's important to your Lin family, isn't it? ”

Lin Feirong's face was a little strange, and she said with an unnatural expression: "No ......"

In fact, she really didn't know the details of Jenny's spinning machine. Although Xu Guangqi is a little careless and not too cautious, he is a person who guards after all, and he will never reveal the specific details of Jenny's spinning machine. Zhu Zhizhi must have also instructed him not to reveal the secret of the spinning machine to others. However, with Lao Xu's eyesight, he naturally understands the power of this machine. Therefore, he hinted that the Lin family, even if they paid a certain price, should get their hands on such technology. It is entirely possible that the Lin family will be brought back to life because of this.

Lin Feirong naturally believed in Xu Guangqi's character, otherwise, she would not have rushed to Baihuze in a hurry. From Guyuan Town to Baihuze, there are still some twists and turns in the middle, and it is impossible to have smooth sailing. In fact, the glass business is just an excuse. Her real purpose is actually Jenny's spinning machine. This is what Mrs. Lin has repeatedly emphasized.

For those who do business, the most profitable business is often the most risky, like glass sales, and there are many competitors. With the background and strength of the Lin family, they may not be able to withstand the suppression of others, or they may be secretly demolished. The gun shot the first bird, and the Lin family did not have the ability to be the first bird. However, the textile business is not so eye-catching.

No matter what business you do, the first priority is to control costs. This is especially true in the textile business. At that time, the textile workshops of the Ming Dynasty were mainly concentrated in the southeast half of the area, among which Suzhou Mansion, Changzhou Mansion and Songjiang Mansion were the most. The cost control, logistics network, and market expansion of the textile industry in the southeast half have developed to a very high level. If the Lin family wants to intervene and enter, they can only open a gap in cost. In other words, to win at a low cost.

To reduce costs, in addition to reducing the purchase price of raw materials, there is also a way, which is to improve work efficiency and win by scale. There is no doubt that Jenny spinning machines are a powerful tool for increasing production efficiency. The production efficiency of the general Jenny spinning machine is about 20 times that of other machines. The improved Jenny spinning machine can increase the production efficiency up to 80 times that of other machines. This is a very scary number. If Jenny spinning machines are used on a large scale, the cost of scale can definitely be reduced quickly.

Xu Xingxia said meaningfully: "Really not? That's it. ”

Lin Feirong pursed her lips tightly and hesitated for a long, long time. She was really in a dilemma this time. Jenny's spinning machine was tempting, and she wanted it. However, she was afraid that Xu Xingxia would put forward very difficult conditions. Especially, after getting used to seeing all kinds of wild bees and butterflies, she was afraid that Xu Xingxia would make excessive demands on her mother and daughter. After a long time, she said bitterly: "Okay, what conditions do you want?" ”

Xu Xingxia said bluntly: "You help me invite Xu Guangqi to Ningxia City." ”

Lin Feirong looked at Xu Xingxia strangely. He is actually interested in Xu Guangqi! He has no interest in himself, nor in his mother-in-law, but in Xu Guangqi! This...... What the hell is going on? Subconsciously, she reflexively said: "This is impossible, it is impossible for him to come to Ningxia City." ”

Xu Xingxia said methodically: "There is nothing impossible about this. Isn't he unemployed? Doesn't he like to do research? I can satisfy him! ”

Lin Feirong said in embarrassment: "This ...... Master Xu, you also know that your identity is now a bit taboo. Xu Guangqi is also a jinshi of the imperial court, and he may not have a good impression of you, and he can't be willing to come! ”

Xu Xingxia said disapprerovingly: "Since you have the courage to do business with me, are you still worried about this taboo?" As long as your Lin family thinks of a way, he will definitely agree. ”

Lin Feirong frowned and said: "I am me, Xu Guangqi is Xu Guangqi, I can't promise you on his behalf." Really, his temper is also quite weird at times, and he is not easy to get along with. ”

Xu Xingxia nodded and said, "Of course I don't need you to agree." However, I can give you a few drawings and you can help me forward them to him. If interested, he can always come to me. ”

Lin Feirong thought about it and felt that such conditions could be reluctantly accepted. However, the next moment, she was a little interested again. I don't know what kind of drawings Xu Xingxia handed over to Xu Guangqi? What is there in Xu Xingxia's mind? Can Xu Guangqi feel very interested?

(To be continued)