roccoschili Chapter 130 Arriving in the capital
Chapter 130 Arriving in the capital
Shen Mingzhu and her companions would soon arrive in the capital city. Along the way, there would be three more carriages in their team.
As for the carriages and things left over from the extra money, Shen Mingzhu didn't say anything. Well, she secretly kept them all.
Who says that there is a lot of money? It's not just about having a lot of money.
Jin Qianduo managed to save his life from the killer, but when he saw that he couldn't take the goods and the carriage away, he waved his hand and said he didn't want them.
Shen Mingzhu thought, it would be better for her to benefit from it than to let others benefit from it!
Hehe, who made her have system space and mustard seed space?
Shen Mingzhu and his party had already arrived outside the capital. Old Shen lifted the curtain of the carriage and saw the wide road outside the city and the high city wall in front. He couldn't help but said excitedly:
"Is this the capital? The capital is different. The roads are several times wider than ours, and the city walls are just as high."
"And the common people who come and go here are all wearing fine cotton!"
Old Man Shen really felt that he had broadened his horizons. Along the way, he had seen families that were poorer than theirs, and he had also seen provincial capitals that were more prosperous than Wanxian Prefecture.
Old man Shen walked all the way from the remote mountainous area of Shenjia Village. When he saw the endless plains and fertile land, he felt that his vision had broadened a lot.
Looking at the capital city under the feet of the emperor, the feeling is different.
The nobles dressed in silk and brocade, the various passing carriages, and even the poorest people were all wearing fine cotton that only the wealthy families in their hometowns could afford.
Old Man Shen felt that his eyes had really been opened, and he couldn't help but sigh:
“Reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles. You should go out more often to broaden your horizons.”
Jin Qianduo smiled and said, "Old man, the capital is the political center of the entire Daqian Dynasty, and most of the dignitaries of the Daqian Dynasty gather here. Even the people near the capital can make money much easier than those in remote mountainous areas. Therefore, the capital is more prosperous than other places."
"Yes! Yes!"
The old man was very happy and excited. Through his own efforts, he finally came to the capital to take part in the Spring Examination. This was something he had never dared to dream of before.
Shen Mingzhu and her companions arrived at the city gate, showed their identity certificates to the soldiers guarding the city, and paid the entrance fee. Only then did they get on the carriage and enter the city.
After entering the city gate, Jin Qianduo invited Shen Mingzhu and others to live in the Jin family, but was rejected by Shen Laosan.
Jin Qianduo saw Shen Laosan's concerns, came to Shen Mingzhu, and gave Shen Mingzhu a house deed.
"Mingzhu Xiangjun, this is the title deed of a house I own near the Imperial Examination Hall. Please don't dislike it."
Shen Mingzhu was about to say something, but Qian Duo was afraid that Shen Mingzhu would refuse, so he quickly said:
"Your father is going to take part in the Spring Examination, which will be held in the Imperial Examination Hall in the capital. It would be best if you live near the Imperial Examination Hall."
"But the houses and restaurants near the Imperial Examination Hall are probably all full these days. This house is right near the Imperial Examination Hall and is the best for you."
"Don't refuse. Compared to the lives of my father and me, this house is nothing."
After Jin Qianduo finished speaking, he took out three pieces of paper from his arms and said, "This is the specific address of my home and the map of the capital, as well as the entire Daqian Dynasty. You must accept it."
Seeing so much money and sincerity, Shen Mingzhu felt that this person was trustworthy. Since the other party gave it to her sincerely, she would accept it.
She wouldn't mind having a lot of money. Even if she had money, she might not be able to buy a top-notch school district house like the one near Gongyuan.
"Thank you, Uncle Jin."
Shen Mingzhu was sincerely grateful. During this period, her family became familiar with Jin Qianduo and his son.
Jin Qianduo is on equal terms with her father's brother, so she calls Jin Qianduo Uncle Jin and Jin Youqian Brother Jin.
Shen Mingzhu smiled sweetly, and Jinqianduo was melted by her smile.
If it weren't for Shen Mingzhu's status as a local lady, he really wanted to touch the little girl's head.
Jin Qianduo and Jin Youqian returned home. Shen Mingzhu saw off Jin Qianduo and their carriage and took out the house deed and map that Jin Qianduo had given her.
When Old Man Shen saw the house deed that was given in exchange for extra money, he was so shocked that his jaw almost dropped.
No wonder this man has a lot of money, he is so rich!
This is the capital city where every inch of land is worth a lot of money! With so much money, she gave her granddaughter a three-story mansion?
Shen Mingzhu ignored her grandfather's shock. This was just the beginning. There would be many more things that would shock the old man in the future.
Shen Mingzhu took out a map and studied it with Shen Laosan and the others. The capital city was divided into four major areas, with the imperial city in the center.
The area adjacent to the imperial city, with the imperial city as the center, is where the royal family and high-ranking officials of the first and second ranks live. Outside the area where the royal family live is a moat.
Outside the moat, the city is divided into four major areas. Dongcheng District is where dignitaries live, Beicheng District is the area of higher education institutions in the capital, and the Imperial Examination Hall is located in Beicheng District.
Xicheng District is where wealthy people or minor officials below the fifth rank live, while Nancheng District is an area for civilians.
The house that Qianbao gave to Shen Mingzhu is located only one street away from Gongyuan. It is the best school district house in Daqian, and it is difficult to buy even if you have money!
Shen Mingzhu's favorable impression of Jin Qianduo increased. She thought to herself, well, this uncle is okay.
Shen Mingzhu and the others followed the map and came to the outside of the house.
The carriage stopped at the door of the house. Shen Mingzhu and the others got off the carriage. When they saw the house, they all took a deep breath.
This house looks extraordinary at first glance, and I’m afraid you can’t buy it even if you have money.
The servant Qingsong went forward and knocked on the door. A doorman opened the door and when he heard that it was the new owner of the house, he quickly welcomed Shen Mingzhu and the others in.
The doorman enthusiastically told Shen Mingzhu that the former owner, Mr. Jin, had already sent someone to say hello and that he had given the house to the new owner.
Even the gardener, the cleaning lady and the gatekeeper were given to the new owner.
The doorman handed the five indentures to Shen Mingzhu, and asked all the servants in the house to come out and greet the new owner.
Shen Mingzhu didn't expect that Qian Jinduo could be so thoughtful, and her impression of Qian Jinduo became much better.
Shen Mingzhu and her companions entered the house under the guidance of the doorman. In front of them was a spacious courtyard with four persimmon trees planted around it. There were stone benches under the shade of the trees for people to rest.
In the center of the courtyard is a huge lotus pond with clear water. The edges of the pond are filled with blooming lotus flowers, emitting bursts of fragrance.
The courtyard is surrounded by exquisite side rooms, the walls of which are made of blue bricks and the roofs are covered with black glazed tiles, giving it a rustic feel.
The interior of the house is lavishly decorated, with famous paintings and calligraphy hanging on the walls and exquisite porcelain and silverware placed on the tables, highlighting the owner's taste.
Shen Mingzhu was very satisfied with this house. There might be scholars living around it. There was no noise outside and the environment was very quiet.
Shen Mingzhu and the others discussed it and decided that Old Man Shen and Shen Mingshu would live in the first courtyard.
The two side rooms as soon as you enter the courtyard are reception rooms. Tang Ren and two servants live in the west wing.
Shen Laosan and Su lived in the second courtyard, and the third courtyard at the back was occupied by Shen Mingzhu and her maid.
There is a carefully built garden in the third courtyard where Shen Mingzhu lives. The garden is filled with all kinds of exotic flowers and plants. The flowers are vying for beauty and the fragrance is fragrant.
There is a winding path in the garden, with lush bamboo and willow trees planted on both sides, giving people a cool and pleasant feeling.
There is an exquisite pavilion in the center of the garden, with wind chimes hung around it, making pleasant sounds when the breeze blows.
Shen Mingzhu looked at this elegant and unique courtyard and couldn't help but sigh, "Mr. Qian is worthy of being an imperial merchant. What a big spender."
The house behind the garden is a two-story embroidery building, and Shen Mingzhu chose to live on the second floor.
She likes to live in high places, on the second floor. The first reason is that the light is good, and the second reason is that she can see far from where she stands high.
Shen Mingzhu went up to the second floor and looked at the scenery in the distance. She was in a good mood and felt that this fat uncle Jinqian was so thoughtful!
Well, I can give this fat uncle a diet pill in the future so that he can walk without so much effort and it can also reduce the risk of the three highs.