The Ming Dynasty’s Prodigal Son - Chapter 1889

[1889.Chapter 1798 The king is rich but not official]

This is the opening ceremony of the Lanyu Line.

When the first steam train arrived, it seemed deserted.

The two brothers were satisfied with this.

After they got off the bus, the station guards from Yumenguan Station hurried over and saluted Zhang Heling.

Zhang Heling looked around: “Why is there no one here?”

“If you go back to the superior.” The person who spoke was the local station chief.

In the Ming Dynasty, each station had one station manager, and the stations were of different sizes, each with a few to dozens of people. In addition, there were also hired technical personnel and assistants.

The station prime minister said: “We have been deeply taught by the two uncles. Although it is the opening ceremony, we will never be extravagant and wasteful. We must keep everything simple and try our best to reduce expenses. Inspired by the two uncles, “Of course you can avoid such common etiquette.”

The two brothers Zhang Heling looked at each other and smiled in approval.

Look at this Magnolia Line. Compared with other lines, it is better.

Saving money…that’s certainly great.

Ever since, the Zhang brothers, under the leadership of Zhan Cheng, had roughly reviewed the personnel and platforms at the station, and suddenly felt hungry.

Speaking of which, since I took two bites of steamed pancakes early in the morning, until now… I haven’t eaten a grain of rice yet.

Zhang Yanling felt anxious. Why haven’t you taken her to dinner yet?

He couldn’t help it any longer, so he said to the station manager: “It’s getting late, it’s already three hours ahead, and there’s nothing to see here. I think it’s almost time to eat.”

“Yes, yes, yes “Zhan Cheng said hurriedly: “It’s time to eat, then… I’ll take my leave…

“

Zhang Yanling opened his eyes wide: “This…this…where are you going to eat?”

“Go home.” Zhan Cheng said: “Don’t worry, sir, my home is not far from here. I will be back soon. I will never leave my post without permission. What’s more… there are two shifts at the station, and there will be people taking turns to take over, so there will never be an empty station, so please ask the two superiors to take care of you.”

The station manager said and turned around to leave again.

Zhang Yanling, who was so hungry that her chest was pressed against her back, felt that she was about to faint, so she quickly grabbed the sleeve of the Zhan Cheng and said, “You don’t want to invite us to dinner?”

Zhan Cheng straightened his face and said seriously: ” What does this say? Everything must be simple. In other places, I don’t know how to be humble. But on this Lanyu Line, there are a total of thirty-three stations. Everywhere is self-denial and frugality is the top priority. There has never been a superior. Yes, it’s still a waste of money. When the line was built, I was a lowly servant in the construction section. On the Lanyu Line, I would never waste a penny of public money. I’m offended by the two of you. Not to mention eating, even a sip of water is not given. This is not unkind, but the law is here, and you dare not disobey it. If someone listens to it, you humble yourself and actually invite the superior to eat and drink, and you may not be able to give it to the superior… …The two uncles were thrown into the desert, okay, say goodbye, say goodbye.”

He waved his sleeves, although he looked respectful, but in fact he didn’t show any mercy.

The station guards also dispersed.

At this site, which was barely populated by people, the weather was scorching hot. Zhang Heling felt that he was extremely hot and sweating profusely. Zhang Yanling’s face twitched, but after waiting for a long time, she obediently took out the steamed cake from her bag, pinched a small half of it, and stretched it out in front of Zhang Heling: “Brother, how about… let’s eat our own?”

Zhang Heling He was really hungry, so he took it and swallowed it in one gulp. The steamed cake had almost no water, not to mention… it was in a place like Yumenguan, so he swallowed it hastily. Zhang Heling’s face turned red, one hand touched his neck, and the other stretched out his hand. He said to Zhang Yanling: “Water, water…”

………

The capital…

an express report was sent to the General Affairs Department.

The General Secretary did not dare to neglect and sent him to the palace quickly.

Immediately afterwards, Liu Jian, who was drafting the vote, glanced at the memorial, and then he suddenly thought: “This memorial… is really sent by Bo Si of Quanzhou City on a horse?”

“This… how can this be fake? The boss The fire paint…”

Liu Jian just breathed a sigh of relief, and then he ordered someone to call Li Dongyang.

I really lost my temper just now.

How could such a memorial be false?

“Mr. Liu…”

“Binzhi, you are here just in time. An express report has been sent from Quanzhou, saying that the armored fleet has docked for supplies. In the near future, the fleet will head north and arrive at Tianjin Guard. Our emperor… is back.”

Li Dongyang was stunned for a moment, then said: “The emperor is back? But I don’t know…how is the battle going?”

“This…” Liu Jian seemed cautious, although he most likely thought that there must be some good news in this, but now But he didn’t dare to say: “Let’s go see His Royal Highness immediately, without further delay.”

Li Dongyang looked solemn and nodded.

………

In the Hanlin Academy.

A Hanlin scholar took a copy of the memorial from the room where the imperial edict was awaiting, and sent it to the Museum of Literature and History to be sealed.

These are the rules of the imperial court. All memorials and imperial edicts must be sent to the Hanlin Academy and then classified into categories.

For this Hanlin, this is just the most ordinary memorial.

Therefore…as usual, he went to the Museum of Literature and History first, and then took notes and contacted the Hanlin of the Museum of Literature and History.

At this time… Wang Bushi happened to be walking over.

When the Hanlin saw Wang Bushi, he was extremely enthusiastic and immediately said hello: “I have met Bachelor Wang.”

Wang Bushi smiled at him. Now he is a hot and famous person in the Hanlin Academy, not only because he is a bachelor, but also because he is a bachelor. It’s because everyone thinks he is knowledgeable and rich, and they are willing to believe in him.

Thinking about how many people criticized him back then, and looking at it today, it is really embarrassing!

Wang Bushi saw the memorial in his hand and said casually: “Why, there is another memorial for the cabinet to file?”

“It’s…it’s from Bosi, Quanzhou City.” Hanlin replied: “Other memorials, vote. After the draft was approved, it was sent to the archives two hours ago. However, this letter seems to have been taken by Mr. Liu to the Fengtian Palace to meet His Highness the Crown Prince, so it was a little late when it was sent to the Supervisor of Ceremonies. “

“Oh?” Wang Bushi raised his eyebrows and said lightly: “In that case, this may be an urgent report.”

“It is true.” The Hanlin said with a smile: “Scholar Wang is really Mingjian, it is indeed sent urgently. It will be sent directly to the store.”

Wang Bushi took off his big sunglasses. Something seemed to flash in the depths of his eyes, and then… he said: “Mr. Liu. When did Mr. Li come back from Fengtian Palace…”

“I should have been there for an hour, and returned to the cabinet an hour later…”

Wang Bushi nodded, and then said calmly: “Oh, hurry up File it.”

Hanlin didn’t think it was strange. It was normal for colleagues to gossip with each other.

Wang Bushi put on his sunglasses again. At this time… no one could detect anything from his eyes.

No one is allowed to open and read this sealed memorial. Only the date and name on the cover can be recorded.

Immediately, some civil servants sent it to the warehouse and put it in a high cabinet.

Generally speaking, no one will care about it unless it is compiled in the future.

On the same day, Wang Bu returned to his hundred-acre mansion after his official duties!

This hundred-acre mansion, but it relies on the palace city. Now, it is priceless, but one family covers an area of one hundred acres. It is no longer as simple as having money. It is said that it is as rich as the country. Too much.

Entering the courtyard, I heard Deng Jian’s voice: “You guys, stand up straight. Stand up straight. I support you on weekdays, but you dare to be lazy. When I poured tea and water for my young master, , I act by looking at the look in the young master’s eyes. He is hungry, but he doesn’t speak, so I have a close connection with him and prepare a meal for him. He is thirsty, and with just a look in his eyes, I will hand you some tea. Look at you guys, I have to clean up the whole family today.”

But he saw a group of slaves standing in a row, Deng Jian raised his leg and kicked one of them with a sound of silk.

The slaves are all very cautious.

Wang Bushi coughed at this time and said to Deng Jian: “Deng Jian, come here.”

Deng Jian stopped his steps when he saw Wang Bushi, but his face showed annoyance: “I’ll spare you today, but I’ll see you again next time.” You are so lazy that I have to send you out, a bunch of dogs…ah…”

When they arrived in the hall, Wang Bushi had already sat down, only glanced at Deng Jian, and then said: “Immediately bow to the Wang family. The shopkeepers sent a message to allocate all the funds and prepare to invest heavily in Sihai Trading Company. They will buy as many stocks as there are in the market. “

Deng Jian was stunned: “Sihai Trading Company? This… this…”

Wang Bu The official glanced at Deng Jian meaningfully: “Your Majesty and your young master are coming back.”

Deng Jian trembled and said with surprise: “What?”

When he thought that his young master was coming back, this man who had always been in the Wang family The guy who cheated was as if a sharp arrow had pierced his heart. He trembled and said with tears in his eyes: “Back… back… I knew that my young master would be a lucky man. When will he come back?” Yes, I…I’m going to Tianjin Wei.”

“It’s still early, this is just my guess.”

Deng Jian was stunned: “Isn’t that true?”

Wang Bushi said: “Quanzhou City. It’s very strange that Bosi suddenly sent an express report. If it was just an ordinary memorial, it wouldn’t have attracted much attention. But after hearing that Duke Liu and Li Gong immediately went to see the prince with the memorial, what does this mean? The memorial must contain news about His Majesty and Duke Zhen. But… Mr. Liu and Mr. Li went to see the prince for just over an hour. This… is even more worth pondering. According to my guess, this seems to be the case. …It will definitely not be bad news. Think about it, if it is bad news, if there is something wrong with His Majesty and the Duke of Zheng, it will be… such a big event. Such bad news will definitely shock the world. As a son of a human being, the prince will also Liu Gong and Li Gong must make up their minds. The emperor and his ministers need to discuss and finalize many major aftermath matters. Not to mention one hour, even ten hours, Liu Gong and Li Gong may not be able to come out of Fengtian Palace.

“Since His Majesty and Zhen Guoping have returned safely, then… I still know a little bit about the current emperor. He has always been impulsive. If he goes to sea this time, he will never come back without breaking through Loulan!

“

“Yes, what does this mean? It means… The emperor will definitely come back with a great victory. This mere Franco machine has become a treasure for my Ming Dynasty.”

“Such a great victory means that since then. After this, our Ming Dynasty has no rivals overseas, and what is the best thing about it?”

Wang Bushi stared at Deng Jian, but did not wait for Deng Jian to reply, as if he was asking himself a question, he said word by word: “The biggest benefit? It’s Sihai Trading Company!”

(End of Chapter)