Yushitai.
Chen Daqiang, Wei Dabi and others were all crowded in the office lobby of the imperial censor.
Each of them was carrying a small bag of silver in their hands, containing varying amounts of money, ranging from 8 coins to 1 coin.
Wang Jian leaned on the bench and said with a smile: "You solved the case of rice paper robbery very beautifully. Even His Majesty praised you."
" It’s all Mr. Wang’s good leadership.”
This group of people quickly flattered Wang Jian.
Wang Jian smiled and said: "Your Majesty and all the officials see your talent, keep working hard."
"Yes, sir!"
< p> Everyone answered in unison again.These people are indeed capable.
After many days of inquiries from the Ministry of Justice, Puzhou Governor and other parties, there was no result.
Unexpectedly, these newly appointed censors could solve this major case in just a few days.
Not only that, they also uncovered all the past criminal experiences of these booksellers.
When Li Shimin heard about their methods of solving the case, he also had a shocked expression on his face.
Although it is a bit shameless, the effect is excellent.
At the same time, Li Shimin also praised Wang Jian, saying that he has a good eye for people.
Originally, some ministers in the court were still criticizing Wang Jian behind his back, saying that he was using his power for personal gain, but all of them shut up.
This was the first time they had seen such a powerful censor after being officials for so many years.
During the imperial court, no one dared to provoke Wang Jian anymore. Even Changsun Wuji and Hou Junji kept a low profile.
Wang Jian was originally a tiger, but now he has a bunch of hungry wolves under his command.
If you offend Wang Jian and get investigated by this group of Yushitai people, the result will be unpredictable.
After several big booksellers in Chang'an City and a group of bandits in Puzhou were wiped out, not only did it cause a lot of shock to the court, but it also caused a huge uproar among the people.
In the next few days, the entire city of Chang'an instantly aroused a frenzy of public opinion.
Countless wine shops and teahouses are discussing this important event.
"Have you heard that the great booksellers Lu Changgeng, Yin Chao, and Ma Lingzi were all beheaded for some reason!"
"I heard that I I went to see the shops of the Lu family, the Yin family, and the Ma family in the morning, and they were all closed."
"The imperial court did the right thing by dealing with these people, which will do a lot of harm to the people." < /p>
Regardless of whether they have been bullied by these big booksellers or not, the common people who heard the news will scold them, and everyone has an expression of deep disgust.
In the minds of many people, these people made their fortune by oppressing the people and being unkind in order to get rich.
Now that they have ended up in such a miserable situation, the common people can only rejoice in their misfortune.
After these big booksellers were wiped out, there was only one store in Chang'an City, the Majiazhuang Rice Paper Shop.
For a time, all the scholars rushed to buy paper.
Of the more than 400 carts of rice paper taken back from the bandits, deducting the 200 carts set by the court, the remaining 200 carts of rice paper were all sold in just two days.
The county official’s residence.
Wang Jian explained to Ma Daman: "Daman, I am planning to build a paper mill in Chang'an these days. When you go back to Majiazhuang, tell the third master and the others that in March next year, we will send 200 The couple came to Chang'an."
"The next time you deliver paper, bring Uncle Changshou here, and let him arrange the construction of the paper mill."
Originally, Wang Jian thought. Let them come over this year, but according to the current construction progress, there is no way to build the paper mill this year.
Moreover, a paper factory is different from an ordinary workshop. The size and proportion of its functional areas are extremely demanding.
Ma Daman said with a serious face: "Don't worry, sir, I've written it down."
In the next few days, Wang Jian often took people to walk around Chang'an City, selecting paper for making. The location of the factory.
Paper mills need water sources and buildings far away from where people live.
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Finally, Wang Jian bought hundreds of acres of wasteland on the outskirts of Chang'an City.
This land is a gravel beach and overgrown with grass, making it unsuitable for planting.
But it is extremely suitable for building paper mills.
Because there is a big river next to it, this location is downstream of Chang'an City and does not affect the people's drinking water.
Late September.
Ma Daman and others once again brought 420 carts of rice paper to Chang'an, and he also brought Ma Changshou over.
"Uncle Changshou, I have become a lot richer after not seeing you for a few months." Wang Jian said with a smile.
The current Ma Changshou is completely different from the skinny middle-aged man last year.
He has gained weight and is wearing Confucian robes made of expensive fabrics.
Ma Changshou replied with the same attitude as before: "Master, you are right, there is a lot of fish and meat in Majiazhuang every day, and everyone has become fat."
"I It’s not so bad. Third Master, Uncle Fu and Chen Gong have all gained a lot of weight.”
With no worries in my heart, it’s hard not to get fat even if I eat well and sleep soundly.
After exchanging a few words, Wang Jian went straight to the topic: "Uncle Changshou, I asked you to come here because I want you to direct the construction of the paper mill."
"The layout and size will be as it is now. Come to the paper mill in Majiazhuang."
After a pause, Wang Jian thought about what was needed to build the paper mill.Brick, so he continued.
"I will figure out the solution for the bricks, and leave the rest to you."
"Go to the Majiazhuang Rice Paper Shop to get the money needed for the construction, and I will contact you in advance. They said hello."
Ma Changshou nodded: "Don't worry, sir, I have extremely rich experience in building paper mills."
"Uncle Changshou's skills. I am absolutely relieved."
Wang Jian said with a smile.
Majiazhuang rice paper is of good quality and low price, and it has no competitors. It is the only one in Chang'an City.
Now that supply exceeds demand, Wang Jian is very anxious to build a paper mill.
After settling in Ma Changshou, Wang Jian went directly to the printing workshop to find He Luntuo, the young eunuch, and Wang Tianer, the head of the printing workshop.
"Brother Wang."
"Master."
When He Luntuo and Wang Tianer saw Wang Jian approaching, they hurriedly greeted him. and greeted him cordially.
Wang Jian waved his hand towards them and directly explained his purpose.
"In the production of red bricks, is there any surplus every day?"
"Yes, because there are more brick-burning kilns opened, there are a lot of bricks left every day."
< p> As a young eunuch, He Luntuo was responsible for construction-related matters, so he was also responsible for firing the brick kiln.Wang Jian nodded and did not answer immediately.
He squinted at the construction site where the printing workshop was being built, and saw that the open space on the side was filled with red bricks as high as a hill.
According to their construction progress, the number of bricks consumed every day is indeed not as fast as the firing speed.
So Wang Jian said to He Luntuo: "Brother He, Majiazhuang is going to build a paper mill on the outskirts of Chang'an. It needs a lot of bricks, so just buy them from the imperial court."
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Chang'an City is not Majiazhuang, and brick kilns cannot be opened at will.
Red bricks are not expensive, and buying ready-made ones is the most cost-effective.
Hearing Wang Jian’s small request, He Luntuo agreed without hesitation.
"Wang Jian, I will provide you with as many red bricks as you need!"
"Okay, Brother He, please be happy."
Wang Jian took the photo Pat him on the shoulder with a smile on his face.