Chapter 984 Cui Gan Printing Book
Li Xiu didn't expect to see Cui Gan at Tian Chou. He couldn't help but look at the other party curiously. Although Cui Gan was very low-key, as he was, he naturally knew Cui Gan's influence among the aristocratic family. It is no exaggeration to say that this time the aristocratic family joined forces in the court, and Cui Gan was one of the masterminds behind the scenes.
"Please pay homage to the prince!" Cui Gan did not show any surprise when he saw Li Xiu, but instead smiled and politely said. This made Li Xiu even have an illusion that Cui Gan came here to wait for him?
"You are polite to Mr. Cui. I didn't expect to meet Mr. Cui here, so I feel very honored!" Li Xiu said very politely at the moment. Although Cui Gan's official position is not as good as him, he is an old man in his sixties after all. On the surface, Li Xiu also needs to do enough etiquette.
"Mr. Prince Concubine, what happened to you last time? When can we get those things?" At this moment, Tian Chou said anxiously. He knew that Li Xiu was going to print textbooks for students. He knew that the printed samples were still what Li Xiu asked for from him. When Tian Chou thought that every student would have his own textbook in his hands in the future, he would be very excited. After all, even students in the Imperial College, if they want to study, they would need to copy the books they needed.
"Haha~, Mr. Tian, you are really right. Today I am here to deliver books. Please make a room to store these books!" Li Xiu couldn't help laughing when he heard Tian Chou's words.
"Really? It's so fast!" Tian Chou couldn't help but go forward excitedly when he heard this, but then he thought of a guest, so he said to Cui Gan with a very embarrassed look, "Mr. Cui, there are important things in the school, so I need to go out and deal with it!"
"It's okay, I'm also very curious about what book I can send to my son-in-law. Why don't we go and see it together?" Cui Gan smiled without any mind at this time. When he said this, he looked at Li Xiu specifically, as if asking for Li Xiu's opinion.
"You are polite to Mr. Cui. What I sent is just some books for students. If Mr. Cui doesn't dislike him, then go with us!" Li Xiu said with a meaningful smile at this time.
After initial surprise, Li Xiu vaguely guessed the reason why Cui Gan came here. Although it was not certain, it should be related to the matter of the Printing Bookstore. It seems that the reactions of these aristocratic families were fast enough. As soon as the clan was launched, they had already guessed that it was the Printing Bookstore they created.
When Li Xiu and the other two left the room, the guards outside had already unloaded the boxes from the carriage. Tian Chou also directed people to help and put the boxes in an empty room in the school. Then Tian Chou and a few helping gentlemen also opened the boxes impatiently, picked up the textbook and flipped them up.
Although the content in the textbook is very familiar to them, it is the first time they have seen so many books, and each book is handwriting in a regular manner, much better than what they copied. Even the smell of ink emitted by the new book seems to have a little fragrance?
Cui Gan also came over and picked up a book and flipped it out. Finally, he looked at the back of the book specifically, and then smiled and said to Li Xiu: "Mr. Prince Concubine, I remember that there were many clans on the market a few days ago. The words "Printing Bookstore" were printed on the back of the book. It was the same as the book in my hand. I wonder what this bookstore is for?"
Cui Gan's words further confirmed Li Xiu's speculation. He smiled calmly and said, "What? Mr. Cui is also interested in the printing company?"
"Haha, I am also a poet and a poet. How could a poet and a poet and a poet and a poet and accustomed him of books?" Cui Gan also smiled, "Whether it was the last clan story or the books sent by the prince consort this time, I saw that they seemed to be printed in rubbings, which made Cui very curious. Could this book printing company be able to print all the books so quickly?"
"The Bookmark Office is indeed a place that specializes in printing books. The so-called bookmark is actually no different from rubbings, but it is just more exquisite. If Mr. Cui has books that need to be printed, he can also hand them over to our Bookmark Office to ensure that they are fast and good!" Li Xiu replied with a smile at this time.
The clan has been circulating on the market, and many people have noticed the words on the back of the book, so they naturally know the name of the Bookmark Office. Therefore, many people have speculated about what the Bookmark Office does during this period? Li Xiu did not intend to conceal this situation. After all, the Bookmark Office has no need to keep it confidential and will even open it to the public in the future. Otherwise, how can you take on the work of printing books?
"Oh? The printing company can really print books for me?" Cui Gan couldn't help but say even more surprised when he heard Li Xiu's answer.
"Of course, I heard that Cui Gong is knowledgeable and has a lot of articles. If Cui Gong is interested, you can hand them over to the printing company and print some collections of essays for Cui Gong at that time!" Li Xiu said with a smile again. Cui Gan came to find him, definitely wanted to find out the truth and reality of the printing company. Since that is the case, it would be better to tell him openly and even let him personally experience the horror of the printing company, so that the aristocratic families can understand what kind of dilemma they will face!
"That's great. I just sorted out the previous work. If the prince-consort is convenient, I can send it to your mansion tomorrow!" Cui Gan said immediately.
Originally, he came for Li Xiu, and only came to visit Tian Chou by the way, but he didn't expect to meet Li Xiu. And through the conversation with Li Xiu just now, he also confirmed some of his guesses. However, he now wants to verify one more thing, that is, the printing speed of the printing company, so he is so happy when he hears that he can print books in his own hands. After all, he is a very suspicious person and never believes in other people's words. Only by verifying it himself can he dispel his doubts.
Li Xiu felt like a mirror in his heart about Cui Gan's thoughts. Of course, he would not say it out loud, but instead agreed with a smile. As a result, Cui Gan said that it was sent to Li Xiu's house the next day, but in fact he sent his collection of essays to Li Xiu's house that night.
Since Cui Gan wanted to try the speed of the book printing company, Li Xiu was naturally not polite, so he brought his collection of essays to the book printing company that day and told them to print it as quickly as possible. Cui Gan asked to print a total of 1,000 copies. For the book printing company, which now has a few more sets of copper movable type, it is actually only a day or two.
However, Li Xiu did not dare to be careless about Cui Gan's visit yesterday, so after leaving the bookmarking company, he immediately rushed to Liangyi Hall to meet Li Shimin. After all, the aristocratic family had noticed the bookmarking company, and Li Shimin must also know about this matter.
"Li Xiu, come here quickly. Although there are still constant quarrels in the court today, I can feel that those officials from aristocratic families seem to be scruples, and even their arrogance is weakened!" As soon as Li Xiu arrived at Liangyi Hall, he saw Li Shimin waved to him with great joy. Changsun Wuji next to him was also smiling and relaxed.
"It seems that the printing company has played a role, and Cui Gan also went to find me yesterday!" Li Xiu smiled calmly when he heard Li Shimin's words. Since Cui Gan had noticed the printing company, the officials standing on the table must have noticed it, and now it has only achieved initial results.
"The old fox Cui Gan seems to be out of the matter on the surface, but in fact he is the mastermind behind the scenes. However, he is extremely smart and never leaves any handles in his work. In addition, he is of high fame, so I can't do anything to him. But I want to know what he is going to do with you?" When talking about Cui Gan, Li Shimin was a little annoyed at first, and then asked curiously.
"Haha, Cui Gan is indeed very smart. Before the matter of the printing company has been spread to the outside, he has guessed that it may be related to me, so he went to see me for information. I did not hide it from it. At that time, I happened to send a batch of books to Xinzhu Academy. He should have known the speed of printing books when he asked, but he asked me to help him print books. It seemed that he wanted to verify it himself." Li Xiu smiled again. He finally understood Cui Gan's personality.
"Haha~, if he wants to print, he can print enough. And this is also good, so that those aristocratic families can know that I hold their lifeline in my hand and see if they dare to be arrogant in the future!" Li Shimin couldn't help laughing when he heard this. He hadn't laughed so happily for a long time.
"I have handed Cui Gan's collection of essays to the printing house, and I have also told them to work overtime to try to finish printing within two or three days. I think Cui Gan's face will definitely look good!" Li Xiu couldn't help but smile when he heard this.
"Haha, my husband, don't underestimate Cui Gan. I bet that after seeing the speed of printing books at the printing press, he will definitely visit you again!" At this moment, he suddenly saw Changsun Wuji, who had not spoken, and said with a smile.
"Visit me? Brother Changsun is saying..." Li Xiu was stunned when he heard Changsun Wuji's words, and then understood what he meant. However, halfway through, he couldn't help but look at Li Shimin and did not continue to say anything.
"Hehe, these aristocratic families can do all kinds of dirty things for their own interests. There is definitely nothing good about Cui Gan's visit to you. In addition, you should also pay attention to your own safety. The assassination of my time was inseparable from the Zheng family!" Li Shimin also understood what Changsun Wuji meant and sneered.
"Don't worry, your majesty, I understand!" Li Xiu immediately stated that movable type printing has tapped the foundation of the aristocratic families, so no one can guarantee whether these aristocratic families will be anxious. Even Li Shimin and others dare to assassinate, let alone himself. It seems that he will have to add guards after he goes back.
Chapter completed!