Chapter 239 Jiang Qingzhi, who does business with the gods
The matchmaker was going to the Li family today and asked Jiang Qingzhi if he had anything to bring.
"Just say..." Jiang Qingzhi hesitated.
"I understand." The matchmaker said ambiguously, "It's not a bad thing for the young couple to communicate before marriage, Master, just tell me."
"Tell her a lot of things! It's not as abrupt as she imagined. Also, what should the house look like when it's renovated..."
"My uncle! The girl's family will come to see the bedroom, measure the dimensions and prepare to place the dowry. Please ask them to stop by and take a look."
"They're not her!"
Jiang Qingzhi didn't know whether his words could soothe the heart of the girl who was about to get married.
He always felt that two people forming a family was a very sacred thing and also the most important moment in their lives.
In his previous life, he was wandering around the country, resting in an alley and chatting with an old man.
The old man said: "What do those people think about all day long... What is the meaning of life? Bullshit, this person's life has no meaning, that's it.
What is marriage? People are born to suffer. Life is meaningless. Many people can't stand it and want to find a partner. Two people accompanying each other is better than one person, right?
Don't think of your wife as a tool for bearing children, she is your partner."
Life is like hell, and I hope you can be my partner in crossing this hell.
Jiang Qingzhi thought so.
He had also thought about his children. In his previous life, he always felt that his life was so painful, so why should he let his children suffer as well?
So, he decided not to get married.
But it won't be long before he has another wife.
Jiang Qingzhi's emotions were complicated at this moment.
There is anticipation, anxiety, and even a hint of regret.
He was timid.
"Uncle."
Sun Bu Tong appeared outside, "It's almost time."
Jiang Qingzhi stood up and said, "Let's go and meet those so-called wealthy merchants."
……
"It's about to start over there."
Zhilu, Cui Yuan got the news.
"What did Zhao Wenhua say?"
Zhao Wenhua was greedy and asked for 35% of the benefits right away. Cui Yuan secretly sneered at him, but at the moment he had to give face to this adopted son of Yan Song.
"Zhao Wenhua said that whoever dares to offer a high price will be found a reason to destroy his family."
"This guy is too unscrupulous." Cui Yuan sighed, but then chuckled and said, "However, Your Majesty wants them to be obedient and spotless at the same time, that is not realistic, right?
Therefore, as long as there is no rebellion, Your Majesty has to turn a blind eye to many things. Otherwise, if Yan Song is gone, Your Majesty will not be able to find such an obedient dog who can sort out political affairs for a while. "
Cui Yuan called his followers in and ordered, "Watch and let our people offer a low price. No one will dare to follow. After you succeed, remember to thank them in public and make this matter a reality, so that Jiang Qingzhi will have no choice but to suffer."
"Yes."
After the entourage left, someone from Yan Song's side came and called him over.
"Prime Minister."
Yan Song was wearing a tortoise shell and reading a memorial, but Yan Shifan was not there.
"Don't take that matter too far." Yan Song warned: "Many things can tear each other apart, but this matter should not be taken too far."
"Don't worry, Prime Minister." Cui Yuan told Yan Song about his plan, and Yan Song nodded with satisfaction. "Business matters should be dealt with by business means. No one can tell the reason. It's OK."
After Cui Yuan left, Yan Shifan came out from behind the screen and said, "Dad, Cui Yuan is greedy and cannot be trusted on important matters."
"Dongluo, you must remember that although His Majesty seems to be indifferent to everything, he actually sees everything... Even if he doesn't know, we have to assume that he knows." Yan Song frowned, but couldn't bear to scold his son.
"Dad, His Majesty is aloof and arrogant. He has been fighting with his subjects for many years. As long as we don't rebel, His Majesty will definitely turn a blind eye."
"It's better to be safe than sorry." Yan Song sighed.
"Dad, you are so cautious. What's the point of holding such power? You have come to this world in vain." Yan Shifan felt that his father was getting more and more timid as he grew older.
"Your Majesty is now using Jiang Qingzhi to check and balance us..."
"But Jiang Qingzhi is now surrounded by people like Xiao Zhuo, the doctor of the Ministry of Rites, so there is no need to worry."
"I am worried about Your Majesty..." Yan Song's fear of Emperor Jiajing was deep-rooted.
"Xia Yan caused a lot of trouble for His Majesty back then, but what did His Majesty say? It was not until Xia Yan was no longer useful that His Majesty abandoned him. Dad, His Majesty is not young anymore. My father and I are so close to his heart, can he bear to let us go? Even if he is willing to let us go, who can be the Prime Minister if he abandons my father and me?"
A cold look flashed across Yan Shifan's single eye. "Will that person be loyal to him? If not, can Your Majesty still do it yourself? Don't forget that after the Zuo Shunmen Incident, Your Majesty and the literati were at loggerheads. The Prime Minister who held power was a wall between Your Majesty and the literati.
Without this wall, Your Majesty would have gone head-to-head with the scholars and officials, and that would have been fatal, Dad!"
Yan Song sighed and said, "This wall must be built by someone your majesty trusts."
"But who in the court has this ability and is worthy of His Majesty's trust?" Yan Shifan's only eye flashed with pride, "Dad, if we are not corrupt, believe it or not, in a few years, His Majesty will deal with us without hesitation, just like Xia Yan."
Yan Song said quietly, "Only if we take the initiative to hand over the evidence to His Majesty, can we rest easy. Otherwise, Lu Bing might rush into our house with the Royal Guards one night..."
"Since we have to be greedy, why bother hiding it?" Yan Shifan said with a smile, "As a human being, we should be happy so that our life is worthwhile."
"As a father, I am worried that one day..."
"Dad." Yan Shifan shook his head. If it were someone else, he would have scolded him to pieces. "This person lives to die. Since he can't leave a good name for himself through the ages..."
Yan Song was startled and asked, "What do you want to do?"
"Why not? I'll be infamous forever!"
……
The restaurant was bustling with people at this moment.
Dozens of wealthy businessmen who considered themselves qualified gathered in the lobby, talking in groups of three or five, like a swarm of mosquitoes gathering.
Guo Feng and Li Si were also there.
"These people are here to watch the fun," said Li Si.
"Watching the fun?" Guo Feng sneered: "Look at that guy..."
Li Si followed his line of sight and looked over. "Wang Xia, isn't he from Prince Consort Cui's family?"
"Wang Xia is here, as well as that man, Pan En, the manager of Zhao Wenhua's shop." Guo Feng lowered his voice. "With them here, things are going to get lively."
"First, they are keeping an eye on us to see who dares to bid a high price. Secondly..." "Secondly, they might make a move. If they offer a very low price, do we dare to outbid them?"
Li Si took a deep breath. "Chang Wei Bo said that the highest bidder wins. They offered a low price and no one dared to follow. Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Chang Wei Bo had no choice but to admit his mistake. But such a big deal fell into the hands of the opponent. Chang Wei Bo will vomit blood in the end! What a cruel move."
"Don't forget, once this matter is in their hands, there are many ways they can use. When the time comes, they will dig a pit, and Long Wilbur will have no chance to hide, he will have to jump in."
"He is indeed a shrewd man. I have seen him today."
No one present was a fool, and many of them saw the trick behind this matter.
But it's none of their business, everyone is just waiting to watch the fun.
"Long Wilbur is here."
Jiang Qingzhi walked into the lobby and the buzzing sound gradually disappeared.
Everyone stood scattered and looked at the young noble.
Jiang Qingzhi walked to the front and turned around to look at everyone.
"I won't waste any more time on this. In short, are you all here with sincerity today?"
"We all come here with sincerity."
Jiang Qingzhi nodded with satisfaction, "Since everyone is sincere, then I think so... If someone doesn't acknowledge the price after making an offer, he is deceiving me."
The consequences of deceiving a count who is trusted by the emperor are serious.
Everyone smiled apologetically and patted their chests as if they were breaking rocks.
"Well, get ready!"
In the crowd, Wang Xia and Paine gathered together.
"According to what we have agreed upon, my family will take 65%. When the time comes, I will quote you the price, and we will split the profits accordingly."
"I can't wait to see what this long Wilbur looks like later. It's going to be exciting."
At this time, several guards came in, each holding a stack of small papers in their hands.
"One for each person."
Each person was given a piece of paper and a charcoal pencil.
What is this for?
Everyone is puzzled.
Jiang Qingzhi said: "After communicating with Altan Khan this time, although trade cannot be liberalized, many things... do not need to be liberalized."
As long as the authorities turn a blind eye, the wealthy businessmen will naturally take care of the rest.
Just like decades later, merchants from the northwest easily crossed the border wall, bringing all kinds of supplies that the Qing people urgently needed, and also acted as guides.
As he looked at these wealthy merchants, he seemed to see countless swords and sabers.
Hey!
Distracted!
Jiang Qingzhi said slowly: "I know that many people came here today just to watch the fun. I also know that a few idiots have secretly prepared some shameful means."
Wang Xia sneered and whispered, "So what if he knows? Can he still protect these wealthy merchants for the rest of their lives?"
Jiang Qingzhi said calmly: "Sun is different."
"Uncle!"
Sun Bu Tong has always been the best at stirring up the atmosphere. He knelt on one knee with his head slightly lowered and his left hand on the hilt of the knife. He exuded a sharp aura that made people's heart palpitate.
"Get someone!"
Jiang Qingzhi took out a medicinal cigarette.
Sun Bu Tong stood up and turned to look at the wealthy merchants.
"Wang Xia!"
Wang Xia's eyes narrowed and he quickly stepped back, "Does he really dare to do that?"
Sun Bu Tong rushed into the crowd, grabbed Wang Xia, kicked him so hard that his legs clamped together, and then dragged him out of the crowd.
"Paine!"
Paine raised his hand and said, "I am a serious businessman, and I am here to quote a price. It is a legitimate business, and you can't wait... Ouch!"
Sun Bu Tong used his scabbard to beat half of his face, making it swollen, and said with a fierce smile: "Master said you are not serious, you dare to be serious in front of me!"
The two inside players were dragged out, and amidst the screams, the wealthy merchants shrank their necks, all of them were afraid.
Jiang Qingzhi shook off the cigarette ash and said, "Look at the paper and pen in your hand."
Everyone bowed their heads.
"Write the quote you're waiting for above, and leave your name at the end. The one with the highest bid will stay later. That's it. Who has any objections?"
This method... Guo Feng's eyes lit up.
Li Si was so happy that he almost jumped out of his wits. "Who knows what price I quoted? That's great!"
"Long Wilbur, he is indeed a wonderful man!"
Outside the door, Paine, who was thrown on the street, screamed, "I'm still here. Let's see who dares to bid. Who dares?"
"Thank you, uncle!"
There was a sudden cheer from inside.
"My Lord is wise!"
Amid cheers, Jiang Qingzhi was surrounded and escorted out.
He took a puff of medicinal cigarette, without even looking at the two of them, and said calmly: "This is called a secret bid, remember it."
"Yes." Next to Jiang Qingzhi was Jia Qian, who was in charge of the smuggling business. He raised his head and said, "If Master goes into business, I bet that he will be able to surpass his peers."
"I am also in business. But my business is too big for you to get involved."
Jiang Qingzhi smiled and glanced at the sky.
I am doing business with gods!
What they are doing is trading the country's fortunes!
……
Asking for votes.
(End of this chapter)
