Chapter 386 Newborn calves are not afraid of tigers
A group of women walked to the sea of flowers, some of them gently stroked the petals, feeling the delicate touch;
They praised the beautiful flowers and secretly thought about how to choose the most beautiful one.
Those concubines of higher status thought that it was too difficult to choose the most favorite one from so many beautiful flowers!
The concubines of lower status stared at the gorgeous flowers and prayed secretly in their hearts, thinking how honored it would be if they could get one of them as a reward!
After everyone finished appreciating, they all looked at Gu Yichen with anticipation, their eyes revealing deep desire and pleading.
Seeing this, Gu Yichen couldn't help but feel troubled.
Although men don’t like flowers as much as women, these are rare treasures in the world!
He has to appreciate it for a few more days no matter what!
So, he turned to look at Song Aiqing and asked expectantly, "Song Aiqing, do you have any extra ones?"
Song Ming shook his head without hesitation and said, "Your Majesty, no, there are only two of each flower. One has been given to my wife, and the other is presented to you, Your Majesty."
Hearing this, Gu Yichen originally had a glimmer of hope because he knew there were two of each flower, but when he heard that the other one had been given to his wife, he suddenly felt a little disappointed.
After all, as the king of a country, you can't forcibly take away other people's beloved things!
If Shen Xia had not proposed to present this flower to His Majesty, given Song Ming's personality, he probably wouldn't have been willing to give away even one!
So Your Majesty asked, is there more?
Song Ming answered straightforwardly.
No!
At this time, the queen asked, "Is this Lord Song?"
Gu Yichen smiled and nodded, introducing: "It is Song Ming who changed the grain production of Dajin."
As soon as Gu Yichen finished speaking, everyone showed surprise and looked at Song Ming curiously.
They were full of curiosity and admiration for this person who could change the destiny of the country.
But Song Ming kept his head down the whole time.
Of course, he knew that he couldn't look at the emperor's women.
But he never even glanced at other women of Shen Xia.
Concubine Rong covered her lips with her hands and chuckled, saying in a delicate voice: "I didn't expect that Lord Song was so young and promising that he could actually research a recipe for high grain yields. He is truly a pillar of the country! Your Majesty is truly insightful to discover such a good minister!" She tilted her head slightly to look at Gu Yichen, admiration flashing in her beautiful eyes.
Gu Yichen smiled and nodded slightly to show his agreement, and continued: "Yes, Concubine Rong is right, but all this is thanks to Lord Song's love for the people!" He turned his gaze to Song Ming, his eyes full of admiration.
Concubine Yi beside her smiled gently and said softly, "Sir Song, I never expected that you not only have in-depth research on grain production, but also have such excellent plant cultivation. However, you only sent a little bit here, I'm afraid it's not enough to share with everyone? Doesn't this put Your Majesty in a dilemma?"
Her tone was gentle and graceful, but the meaning of her words was hard to ignore.
Zheng Jinshu's face suddenly became a little embarrassed. He originally thought that Concubine Yi would praise Song Ming like before, but he didn't expect her to suddenly ask such a sharp question.
He pondered in his heart, not knowing how to answer.
However, while he was thinking, Song Ming had already turned around, bowed to His Majesty, and said solemnly: "These are the latest fine products, and they are very rare. As for whether to distribute them to everyone, it is not up to me to decide."
What I mean is, I only care about giving it to others, and what happens afterwards has nothing to do with me.
Song Ming has always been known for his straightforwardness. He feels that those flattering and fawning words are not suitable for him.
Moreover, the reason why he was willing to follow Xia Xia's advice to improve grain production was entirely out of concern for the people, rather than for the pursuit of high office and generous salaries.
Therefore, he chose to express his thoughts in the most authentic way.
If he can take the position, then he will take it. If not, then he will go home and spend more time with Xia Xia while continuing to study those things.
It's all the same anyway.
When Concubine Yi heard Song Ming say this, the smile on her face disappeared instantly.
Zheng Jinshu stood aside, so nervous that his toes were digging into the ground.
Although the Emperor has always shown a kind attitude, no one has ever dared to speak so bluntly in front of His Majesty.
Zheng Jinshu was about to speak: "Your Majesty——"
Gu Yichen smiled and said, "Lord Song has a straightforward personality and is not flattering. He is very popular with me. I have been in a high position for a long time and rarely see such a straightforward personality."
Concubine Yi said with a look of grievance: "Your Majesty——"
That voice came from Shen Xia, as she was not here. If she were, her hair would stand on end when she heard it.
Gu Yichen turned his head and glanced at her.
Concubine Yi took one look at His Majesty's expression and immediately stopped talking.
Song Ming replied: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your consideration. However, as long as we train them, it won't be a big problem to increase their numbers later. It just takes time."
Gu Yichen smiled and said, "Yes, Your Majesty."
"Let's go! Let's go to the Imperial Bookstore. If it's something beautiful, we should mass produce it to add a touch of color to the entire Imperial Garden."
Then he looked at the concubines in the harem and said, "Take a look first, then go back! I have other arrangements for these."
The group of women nodded and went back to the room to talk. "
Song Ming and Zheng Jinshu followed Gu Yichen into the study.
Gu Yichen looked at Song Ming, a smile flashed in his eyes, and said, "Since Lord Song has come to Beijing, will he start working in the future?"
Song Ming smiled slightly and replied, "Can I not work? It's the same no matter where you train them!"
Hearing this, Zheng Jinshu couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth.
It was the first time he had seen someone dare to bargain with His Majesty and ask not to work.
It’s true that a newborn calf is not afraid of tigers!
Gu Yichen laughed and continued to ask: "That being said, you can't not receive your salary, right?"
Song Ming still responded with a smile on his face: "It doesn't matter, I don't need to accept it. As long as Your Majesty can give appropriate rewards when new products are launched, that's fine."
Gu Yichen was choked again by Song Ming's answer.
Is Song Ming an honest man?
Why does it feel like he's not being honest at all at this moment?
He actually knew clearly that the salary was far less than the reward.
Zheng Jinshu observed silently from the side and secretly sighed in his heart, this Song Ming is really different!
In fact, Song Ming really didn’t think about it that way.
It’s just because the Song family does business.
There are two kinds of wages in the Song family’s factory, one is a basic salary, and the other is a commission.
Although there is no guarantee for earning commission, the income is much higher than the basic salary.
Moreover, Song Mingjue felt that it was not worth it to restrict himself just because of that low basic salary.