The Xiongnu had always been a thorn in Great Qin's side.
As an empire of nomads, they relied on animal husbandry and were unable to survive. They were unable to cultivate crops and lacked food.
Not to mention that he didn't know how to smelt iron and many other important daily necessities.
The only way they could think of was to snatch it!
The most infuriating thing was that they had developed animal husbandry, especially the many warhorses. They came and went like the wind and ran after robbing.
Therefore, the northern border had always suffered from the Xiongnu.
Qin Shihuang had no good ideas.
After all, they might not be able to defeat the Xiongnu every time they sent troops deep into the enemy's territory. On the other hand, they would be forced to fight back, and the losses would outweigh the gains.
In the end, he had no choice but to build the Great Wall to defend against the Xiongnu and ensure the safety of the people.
Although it was effective, it was still unable to stop the scourge of the Xiongnu.
But now, after hearing Qin Feng's words, Ying Zheng, Li Si, and Meng Tian's eyes lit up.
With this cotton cloth, Great Qin would no longer be in a passive position against the Xiongnu and would be able to take the initiative, keeping the threat outside of Great Qin's territory.
"This subject is short-sighted and unreasonable. I apologize to Young Master Qin Feng!”
Li Si bowed and apologized.
Although he was treacherous, he was also a person who sought truth from facts. He admired people with true ability.
Qin Feng's words had already completely conquered him.
Even though they would be enemies in the future, everyone was doing this for Great Qin, so he was willing to support Qin Feng.
This was his bearing as the Prime Minister of Great Qin.
"Okay, be careful next time."
Qin Feng's words made Li Si feel extremely awkward.
This wasn't playing according to the rules.
Shouldn't he say that the Prime Minister is too serious, then shake hands and become good friends?
How was he supposed to answer the call if he said that he should be more careful next time?
Meng Tian was laughing maniacally at the side. She was very happy.
He and Li Si had always been at odds with each other.
Seeing Li Si suffer made him extremely happy.
"Let's get down to business."
Ying Zheng also knew that Qin Feng could not say anything good, so he broke the awkwardness and took over the conversation.
"Qin Feng, how much cotton do you have now?”
Qin Feng thought for a moment.
"Your son bought a total of twenty thousand mu of land in Shanggu County, all of which are planted with cotton.”
"The normal output of cotton spinning should be 400 catties per mu.”
"Thus, I calculated that it should be around eight million jin.”
Li Si asked.
"Then, does it consume a lot to make cotton cloth?”
Qin Feng replied.
"The consumption is still quite high. To make an adult man's clothing, it requires at least 15 catties of cotton.”
Ying Zheng frowned.
"That's still too little."
"Not to mention making clothes for Great Qin's army, after satisfying the needs of the wealthy merchants and nobles, we probably won't even have enough cotton swabs and bandages.”
Qin Feng nodded and smiled.
"Imperial Father is right.”
"Because your son discovered this cotton by chance. At that time, I was just trying it out, and I didn't expect it to have such a great use.”
"That's why I didn't plant much, so I naturally didn't reap much.”
Li Si was speechless.
Buying 20,000 mu of land in one go just to grow cotton was equivalent to buying all the land in a small county.
Qin Feng was actually just trying. As expected, he was rich and willful.
"Young Master, you have great spirit."
Meng Tian praised him directly.
"For Great Qin's future, we can buy 20,000 Mu of land and plant cotton.”
"Stake everything in one go, regardless of what others say.”
"This kind of boldness has a lot of the shadow of His Majesty.”
Meng Tian's words made Ying Zheng overjoyed.
"Haha, Meng Tian, don't spoil the child. Qin Feng is still young and doesn't deserve such praise.”
Although he said that, the smile on his face had already betrayed him.
At this moment, Qin Shi Huang was clearly a fanatic demon who showed off his children, a master of Versailles.
My child can't do it. He's just the best in the world. He's not worthy of praise.
In fact, any father would be like this.
Compared to being praised, he wanted his child to be recognized.
This time, Qin Feng really made himself proud.
"Qin Feng, in the entire Great Qin, only you are familiar with the habits and characteristics of cotton.”
Ying Zheng said seriously.
"Regarding the matter of planting cotton, I will give you full authority to handle it. I will give you 300,000 mu of land to plant cotton.”
"Li Si, I'll leave this matter to you.”
"As long as Qin Feng chooses the land, give it to him.”
Li Si said seriously.
"Yes, I will definitely cooperate."
Li Si was still very happy.
The importance of cotton was already self-evident. His Majesty allowed him to participate and cooperate with Qin Feng to plant cotton. This showed how much His Majesty valued him. This was also a great contribution.
It was a good opportunity to get closer to Qin Feng. It might be helpful to his future.
Meng Tian also looked at Qin Feng with approval.
What he could feel was not only the Emperor's approval of Qin Feng, but even more so that Qin Feng, this silkpants, had an absolute structure and vision under his appearance.
Such a prince could not be underestimated in the future. He could also take the opportunity to rope him in.
The praise just now was also for Qin Feng's closeness.
However, when faced with Li Si and Meng Tian's goodwill, as well as his father Ying Zheng's heavy responsibility, Qin Feng was disgusted.
"Father, this isn't appropriate."
Qin Feng said in disdain.
"Putting me in charge of such an important matter all of a sudden isn't for me to do, but for the Imperial Court. I won't be able to make much money, and it'll even affect my Feixue Pavilion's business.”
"It's not worth it."
Li Si and Meng Tian were dumbfounded.
Was this guy crazy?
How many people wished that His Majesty would entrust them with such a heavy responsibility? How could he reject such a good thing?
His Majesty must be furious and teach him a lesson!
But in the next moment…
"Qin Feng, don't be insensible. It is your responsibility to serve the country. As zhen's son, you naturally have to share zhen's worries.”
"As for your Feixue Pavilion business, I will compensate you for the losses.”
"And as long as you agree to plant cotton for the Imperial Court, Zhen will promise you a reward, anything.”
Li Si and Meng Tian's jaws dropped in shock.
Was this still the decisive and ruthless Qin Shi Huang?
He was clearly a father who doted on his child.
In fact, Ying Zheng had no other choice. Only Qin Feng knew how to grow cotton, and Qin Feng was a silkpants, and he was his own child. He couldn't kill him just because he was a silkpants.
He could only coax her.
"Then…"
Qin Feng suddenly revealed a mischievous smile.
"I think you're quite good."
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