Even Zhu Youtang did not expect that the promotion of mining and mining tax collection in the court would go so smoothly.
It turns out that these ministers didn’t turn against me whenever something went wrong
Why did they come out this time, knowing that the mining tax would be exchanged for their salary bills first? Objection, I am still waiting to debate with you how to benefit the country and the people.
After the meeting.
After Zhu Youtang returned to the Qianqing Palace, his expression was full of emotion, "I thought that there would be many people in the government who would oppose it, but no one thought that everyone seemed to agree with my order to open the mine. Now the difficulty is As for Bingkuan himself, I hope he can find out the location of the mineral vein through the Feng Shui he has learned."
Dai Yi smiled and said, "Mr. Zhang knows astronomy and Feng Shui, how can he not find it. "
"Okay, I'm going out to watch a show. What's going on today?" Zhu Youtang asked.
This time it was Xiao Jing who reminded me, "It's The West Chamber."
"Oh, I have read the script of The West Chamber, but I said it was all about folk men and women, and there was nothing about it. In terms of national sentiments, those martial arts scripts written by Bingkuan should also be adapted into plays. I want to see them on the stage."
Zhu Youtang doesn't like folk operas about love and love. .
With his identity and status, he prefers to watch "exciting" movies. Even if there is no blood and flesh on the stage, at least it can make him feel the virtual grandeur.
Xiao Jing said, "I will tell Mr. Zhang."
"Yes." After Zhu Youtang nodded, he ordered to make arrangements for leaving the palace. He wanted to leave the palace before noon. , according to the plan, he would not return to the palace gate until sunset.
Zhang Zhou did not need to accompany the Holy Driver that day.
It was not his idea for the emperor to go out to the palace to watch a play, but the order of Empress Dowager Zhou. Zhu Youtang did this more out of "filial piety". As for what kind of play to watch, Zhang Zhou could plan it .
But whether the person Empress Dowager Zhou likes has a chance to get close to Zhu Youtang depends on Zhu Youtang's own taste.
Zhang Zhou received the imperial order that day, allowing him to mine.
Moreover, the rules for mining are explained, and it also shows that there are people who can discover coal, iron ore and saltpeter mines. If they want to be loyal and dedicate the mines to the court, they can also do so through Zhang Zhou's hand. .
This is tantamount to a bombshell for private businessmen.
Especially those merchants who have their own mining needs. Some of them have actually discovered mineral veins, and some have been questioned by the court for mining privately. Now the court has given them an opportunity to turn from "illegal" to "legal". But there will be explanations on how to contact Zhang Zhou and donate the mine, and how much profit each company will share in the future.
Zhang Zhou went to see Jiang Dezhong.
"Xian son-in-law, you don't know. As soon as the news came out today, there was an endless stream of people coming to visit me. They all know that I am helping you mine. Otherwise, you can set a price and give me As I think about how much money you charge for a mine, it's three thousand taels for a large mine and five hundred for a small mine.It ranges from two to one thousand taels, what do you think?"
Jiang Dezhong is a businessman.
When he knew that Zhang Zhou had the power to certify illegal mines into legal mines, I just want to realize the power in Zhang Zhou’s hands.
Zhang Zhou said, “Father-in-law, I hear you mean to make money. "
Jiang Dezhong was surprised and said, "How is he if he doesn't make money?"
Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "But the problem is, I helped him register in the government for those mines, and he produced ore. How many imperial courts will give me the help of mines to refine steel, cast cannons, and make gunpowder? These mines will help me accomplish these things."
"This"
Jiang Dezhong only wants to make money , It seems that serving the imperial court is not within the scope of his thinking.
It is all about making money.
Zhang Zhou said, "Let's put it this way, I want to mine myself. Come to Kai, I want to search everywhere to see if there are suitable mines or veins. I must not compete with the people for profit. Those who want to contribute to the mine should also consider that gold will not fall from the sky to them, nor will it fall to me. "
Jiang Dezhong said in confusion, "If there is a ready-made mine, you don't want it. If you want to open it yourself, how long will it take?"
"From what my father-in-law said, it seems that he doesn't care about my ability. Believe it. "Zhang Zhou said with a smile.
"Well," Jiang Dezhong really didn't believe it. "Xian son-in-law, people say that you can do calculations and even communicate with ghosts and gods. I don't know why they have such ideas. . Since you are so capable, how could you have been so depressed before?"
Zhang Zhou thought to himself, you old man Jiang is really good at soul torture.
If I hadn't been so depressed, The excrement number of Gongyuan is hanging around my neck. It’s nothing to do with me now.
“Do you understand what it means that things will turn to their extremes? Do you understand what it means to resurrect without leaving death behind?” Zhang Zhou said, “In short, I don’t need you to do the mining. Please take the trouble and take a good look at the coal mines in Xishan. I will check them out soon and open more mines, but don’t think about enriching yourself. "
"My dear son-in-law, of course I want to help you start the mine"
"No need"
Jiang Dezhong was in a hurry.
He thought Zhang Zhou was here to give him business and money, but he found out that Zhang Zhou was here to settle accounts with him.
Zhang Zhou didn't seem to have any intention of opening an iron mine this time with him. Cooperation.
Hanlin Academy.
Zhang Zhou came to check the proofreading of the Ming Dynasty Code and met Cheng Minzheng and Lin Han who were working hard here. The helper Zhang Zhou found was somewhat out of tune with the Imperial Academy system.
After all, Lin Han was about to become Zhang Zhou's father-in-law.
Weng and son-in-law went to the place where the classics were stored. In the library.
"Why haven't you been very busy in court lately?" Lin Han asked.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "You are quite busy. We have to start mining again today." ”
Lin Han nodded.
This time, Lin Han got the salary money.A lot of money. Although Lin Han is usually aloof and arrogant, he is under a lot of pressure to support his family. Seeing that his children and family only live in the dormitory of the Imperial College after arriving in Beijing, it can be seen how much pressure he has because he still has his wife and concubines. To feed.
Lin Han’s favorite thing to do in his later years was not studying books or anything like that, but actually giving birth to children.
Now it seems that Lin Han is old and frail, but Zhang Zhou knows what it means to be old and strong when he thinks that this old guy only gave birth to his last son, Lin Tingji, in the sixth year of Zhengde.
Even if I marry your concubine’s daughter as my concubine, don’t look down on me. No one is more noble than the other
Scholar, don’t you just talk about wine, sex and wealth?
"What's the situation in the northwest?" Lin Han actually asked Zhang Zhou seriously about the situation in the northwest.
Zhang Zhou smiled.
In the past, Lin Han was an academic right minister of the Ministry of Etiquette, and he had been doing the job of teaching and educating people. But now Lin Han seems to have realized that after the Ming Dynasty Huidian is written, his official position will be If you get further promotion, you may have the opportunity to take charge of the government.
It means "be a happy person from tomorrow on, feed horses, chop firewood, travel around the world, and care about food and vegetables from tomorrow on".
In the past, Lin Han was a bit deaf to what was happening outside the window, but now he finally started to care about the situation in the court.
"The situation in the northwest is not bad. It is imperative to suppress traps, but the court's focus is on Pianguan. Before Wang Dehua and Zhu Zhijie went to Pianguan, His Majesty ordered them to change their offensive and defensive thinking. If expected, Not bad, after they have established a foothold, they will immediately send troops to surprise the Tatar camp and drive the Tatars out of the vicinity of Pianguan. There may be battle reports in the next two days."
Zhang Zhou followed closely Lin Han talked about the situation in the northwest.
Lin Han said, "Aren't you afraid of being defeated if you send troops hastily?"
As for the march, Lin Han did not show a condescending attitude when asking questions. Maybe he also knew that even if No matter how famous he is in academic circles, when it comes to matters such as military use, he is just a novice layman.
Zhang Zhou shook his head, "For Your Majesty, national prestige is now more important than anything else. The border officers will be able to understand this mentality, and they will not be held accountable too much even if the troops are not sent smoothly. On the contrary, those who are timid and cautious will not be held accountable. Anyone who uses defense as an offense will be replaced in the end."
"Oh."
Lin Han nodded in understanding.
From Zhang Zhou's words, he understood that the emperor's intention now was to send troops and no longer hide in defense.
There is no way for others to explain this kind of thing to him.
This is why he likes to talk about court affairs with his prospective son-in-law recently.
There is no way, Zhang Zhou is the one who can best grasp the emperor's mind
And he, Lin Han, is not taking the path of a traditional civil servant. He wants to be promoted to the six ministers of the capital. Or if he is a serving minister, he must understand the emperor's thoughts, because from a follow-up perspective, it was the emperor and Zhang Zhou who promoted him. If he doesn't know how to stand in line, then he willLike Cheng Minzheng, a big black pot will fall from the sky at some point.
At the entrance of Zhang Mansion.
Zhang Ye and Zhang Ping's father and son came to visit since noon, but no one allowed them to enter or even get close to the gate.
In the end, the two of them could only squat in the corner, each holding a stack of "gifts" in their hands, and waited until sunset when they finally saw Zhang Zhou's carriage stop.
"Second Brother"
Zhang Ye rushed forward shamelessly, but was stopped by Jin Yiwei. Two men came from behind and grabbed their collars, almost pinning them down. Teach him a lesson on earth.
Fortunately, these two guys always come out to show their faces recently. Everyone around Zhang Zhou knows them, so they don’t have the nerve to do anything.
The toad jumps on the instep, but it is disgusting if it does not bite.
Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "Brother and nephew, you two haven't returned to Nanjing yet. Is there still a way for you to survive in the capital?"
Zhang Ye said with a sad face, "No, your sister-in-law heard that you are now prosperous." Let’s ask someone to bring us some money so that we can stay here for a few more months to see if we can maintain our brotherhood.”
“Hey, brother, don’t blame me for it. Brother, you are a grown man who has been away from home for a long time, and your family’s money is still managed by a woman. Aren’t you worried? If you go back, your sister-in-law will kick you out."
"Hey, second brother, please remind me. Yes, for the sake of our brothers, please allow me to return to Nanjing for business as soon as possible."
Zhang Ye wanted to get closer to Zhang Zhou, but he was only three feet away and was blocked by others. Let's talk to Zhang Zhou about the bad things in his family.
"The visitors are guests, let them in."
This time the Zhang family and his son brought gifts, but Zhang Zhou did not stop them and let them into the courtyard.
The Zhang family father and son finally had the opportunity to set foot in the Zhang family yard in this life, and they were invited in. Not to mention how excited Zhang Ye was, he probably felt like "Second brother finally forgives me, I will definitely do it in the future." The feeling of being a new person.
"Sit down."
Zhang Zhou had no intention of letting Zhang Ye and his son enter the room, but just greeted them in front of the stone bench in the yard.
But Zhang Ye didn't care anymore. He walked over and sat down.
"Second brother, you have really prospered. Such a big courtyard, close to the palace gate, costs at least a few thousand taels of silver. The encouragement I gave you in the beginning has really come to fruition. Think about it. When you were down and out, how could your elder brother not save you? He tried so hard to help you get back on your feet, and didn’t he give you 200 coins when you couldn’t eat?"
This kind of nonsense, even next to me Zhang Ping frowned after hearing this.
This dad, can you speak more falsely?
Second uncle is not a fool, people will listen to your nonsense
Zhang Zhou smiled and said, "Brother, I have something to say. Let’s be honest. Are you seeking fame or profit this time? Are you trying to inherit my house?"
"No, no, no," Zhang Ye said hurriedly, "Second brotherI heard that those who hold a high position in the court now are all first-class officials."
"No, it's just a false position. I'm just a lecturer in the Imperial Academy. "Zhang Zhou said with a smile.
"That's great. Our ancestral tombs are smoking. Why don't you help us two brothers repair the ancestral tombs and other ancestral halls at home when my brother returns home?" It’s time to repair, my parents passed away early, all because of my brother’s excrement.”
“Wait a minute, big brother, my parents passed away not a few years ago, you are bullying me because I have a bad mind.” ""
"Well, I didn't treat you badly as a brother, right?"
Zhang Ye found that this younger brother didn't seem to be fooled as easily as before.
Before This younger brother will listen to whatever I say, and the younger brother was very pedantic at the time.
How come he is so arrogant now?
“Oh, brother, let’s not bring up the old things. It hurts my brother. emotion. If you have something to say, you'd better say it directly, and get out of here as soon as possible. Maybe before I die of old age, I will still remember you as a big brother. "
Zhang Ye blinked.
"What did you say, second brother? It's like this. I heard that you have to work as a royal guard and get an official position. Today I heard that you want to You can give me some benefits for opening the mine. I don’t ask for anything else. I just want my brother to be able to work with your sister-in-law after he goes back. ”
Zhang Ye had to kneel down to Zhang Zhou, “Otherwise, look at it this way, my brother-in-law has never given you anything before, but your eldest nephew has never offended you. He remembers you in his heart.” This second uncle, you keep him in the capital and give him an errand. Just think of it as leaving a chance for my Zhang eldest son and grandson to get ahead, what do you think?"
Zhang Ye's words were profound.
Zhang Ping next to him was very moved after hearing this.
When a son pulls on his father's clothes, it probably means, Dad, let's not beg this second uncle anymore. We can't afford to lose that person, so let's leave early.
This scene made Zhang Zhou think of Zhang Jun.
The two cousins are somewhat similar in temperament. They both understand "filial piety and etiquette" and are the "filial sons and virtuous grandsons" of the Zhang family.
“Brother, I only let you in for my nephew’s sake. Otherwise, why do you think I’m going to waste this talk with you and find someone to kick you out of the capital? If you fight out, you think you still have a chance to gain a foothold in the capital." Zhang Zhou smiled.
"Okay, okay. Zhang Ping, if you hear this, you will have a good time with your second uncle from now on. "Zhang Ye said to his son seriously.
"Yes. "Zhang Ping was so excited.
My father sacrificed himself and lived in a wall without any shame. He finally pushed your son and me to the edge of glory, and he himself had to go back and continue. It was really touching to endure the torture of my mother.
Zhang Zhou said, "I am short of an apprentice in my shop. I will be paid two yuan a month and you will take care of your own food and accommodation." Let’s see if the eldest nephew can endure such suffering.”
“Ah”
Zhang Ye and his son looked at Zhang Zhou together.
Insulting people
For two dollars a month, you have to take care of your own food and lodging and be an apprentice
"Oh, brother, you need to broaden your horizons. I am working for His Majesty. Take it from me. The things that came out, such as the mighty sky gunpowder, the mighty long-range cannon, etc., are all the most powerful firearms in the Northwest Army. If you can learn from me for two years, you can get an official position in the Ministry of Industry in the future. ”
Zhang Zhou was drawing cakes for the Zhang family and his son again.
When Zhang Ye heard this, he looked back at Zhang Ping and said, "Son, did you hear what your second uncle said? Follow your second uncle and work hard. As a father, I will go back to your mother first."
"Father, take your son back with you."
Zhang Ping originally thought that he would be able to achieve great success. Even if his second uncle did not give him the position of Jinyiwei Baihu, he would be given the title of general banner or small banner. It's not too similar, right?
In the end, he was given an apprenticeship
He was still making gunpowder
I'm afraid I don't know how he died later. It's another matter if there's no whole corpse.
"Brother, it seems that you two have not reached an agreement. How about you two go back and discuss it for two days?" Zhang Zhou said with a smile.
Zhang Ye was not polite, stood up and said sternly: "Zhang Ping, you have grown up now, you should also take responsibility. Your second uncle appreciates you and wants to keep you by his side to cultivate you, let alone be an apprentice. It is also a kind of kindness to let you start from the hard work of moving. In the future, if your father is no longer with you, your second uncle is your father and you must honor him well."
Zhang Ping""
Now the son understands that his father is planning to throw him away so that he can go back to his mother-in-law.
This is being treated as a burden by my father.
Zhang Ye said to Zhang Zhou with excitement, "Second brother, my unfulfilled son will depend on you from now on."
"No problem." Zhang Zhou smiled.
Zhang Ye lamented, turned around and left, "Son, follow your second uncle well, and I will come back to pick you up as my father."
"Father"
After Zhang Ye left, he packed his things and prepared to return to Nanjing.
Zhang Zhou arranged for his nephew to live in his workshop and went there that day and gave him two taels of silver.
"Zhang Ping, your father and your mother are confused. I think you shouldn't be confused." Zhang Zhou said, "Although they are both nephews of the Zhang family, you should know what kind of material you are. Stay and work hard. Work, or go back and continue to be your eldest young master, you make your own choice. If you are still here when I come back tomorrow, it means that you have made a choice and will work hard with me from now on."
Zhang Ping's face remained calm.
When Zhang Zhou came back the next day, Zhang Ping's bed roll was long gone.
His father discussed with his second uncle to sell him, but he would not sell himself out. He still wanted to go back to his mother, become his eldest son’s legitimate grandson, and continue to live a comfortable life. In life, I am still waiting to inherit the family business in the future. Please remember to bookmark, the latest and fastest website is free to read without anti-theft