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Jiang Mengli looked like she had seen through Zhao Wujiang. In her opinion, the crows in the world were as black as crows. As an official, Zhao Wujiang would use his official power to oppress others to get money just like other officials.

Zhao Wujiang smiled lightly and was not angry. Jiang Mengli's words were compelling but not right, so naturally they could not touch his sore spot.

Li Yuanzheng stopped wiping the sword in his hand and said coldly:

"Little junior sister, you have lost your temper."

Feng Yuncai knew the inside story, rubbed his hands in embarrassment, and said with a smile: "Miss Jiang, this is not what you think."

Jiang Mengli snorted:

"As for your shortage of money, I know that you have a close relationship with the Liu family. Could it be that they didn't respect your money?

Or have you never been rewarded and doubted that you have never enriched your own pockets?"

"Jiang Mengli!" Li Yuanzheng said with a straight face:

"You are going too far. Brother Zhao is an upright, humble and kind man, how can you say so!"

"Hmph, he is obviously rich. He has such a big house, but he has taken a lot of money from the people. Now when he is building Wuya Pavilion, he actually says that there is a shortage of money. It is really shameless!" Jiang Mengli crossed her arms and said:

"When I walk around the world, I hate people who are not one-faced and two-faced.

Now that he has come to collect money, he is clearly trying to oppress Chairman Feng and others. I have seen this kind of tactics from other officials too many times!"

The atmosphere in the room became increasingly cold.

"It is an honor for Feng to be able to help Mr. Zhao. Furthermore, it is also of Feng's own free will." Seeing that the atmosphere was tense, Feng Yuncai quickly smoothed things over.

"What are you volunteering for? You just don't want to refute his face." Jiang Mengli's face turned frosty:

"You don't need to be afraid, the Jiang family will make the decision for you."

Feng Yuncai was about to explain when he heard a creak, the door was pushed open, and the remaining five honorary presidents of the chamber of commerce and Feng Xueer arrived.

They had just received the news that Zhao Wujiang was coming to the Chamber of Commerce, and hurried over. As soon as they met, they saluted Zhao Wujiang:

"Master Zhao."

Zhao Wujiang remained unfazed. There was no look of dissatisfaction on his face because of Jiang Mengli's words. He still had a gentle smile. He nodded and signaled to several honorary presidents, one of whom he had met before, and it was Liu Qingshan.

"Master Zhao, I heard that you are building your own power. Do you have the manpower and money?" Liu Qingshan smiled.

Zhao Wujiang smiled gently: "We already have the manpower but we still have to look for more. Money is somewhat in short supply now."

"Hey, that's just right." Liu Qingshan was immediately delighted. As they expected, Zhao Wujiang donated his money to the national treasury, and now his power is gradually short of money.

He took three steps and two steps at a time, came to Zhao Wujiang, took out a stack of banknotes from his sleeve, stuffed it into Zhao Wujiang's hand, and said with a flattering smile:

"Master Zhao, this is my intention, please don't dislike it."

"And me and me." The other honorary presidents swarmed forward, took out the money and stuffed it into Zhao Wujiang's hands, looking anxious for fear that Zhao Wujiang would refuse.

Li Yuanzheng was stunned on the spot. What was going on? Why were these people rushing to give away money before Brother Zhao opened his mouth?

Jiang Mengli's expression was stiff, and her heart was in turmoil. Shock swept through her body, causing her chest to rise and fall and her breathing to quicken slightly.

She was extremely confused. Didn't Zhao Wujiang want to intimidate Chairman Feng? Why did these Chamber of Commerce executives come to give money one by one before he opened his mouth? The flattery on the faces could no longer be described as voluntary, it was simply

Zhao Wujiang didn't accept the money just because he looked down on them.

Feng Yuncai also took out the banknote and handed it to Zhao Wujiang respectfully:

"Mr. Zhao, please don't be too little. I'm just trying my best to help your pavilion's power quickly take root and flourish."

Several honorary presidents put the money into Zhao Wujiang's hands, with expressions of relief on their faces, as if they had done something that made them extremely comfortable.

Zhao Wujiang took the banknotes, counted them with his eyes, and found that there were nearly one hundred thousand taels. He was a little unprepared for the enthusiasm of several honorary presidents, but his mind was racing, and he quickly understood the whole story.

"In addition, Mr. Zhao, there is still some money here." Liu Qingshan took out another kit from his arms. The kit was the size of a palm and was stuffed to the brim. He said respectfully:

"Here is the money raised by our Chamber of Commerce. If you want to contribute to the country, I hope Master Zhao can do it!"

At the same time, several other honorary presidents and Feng Yuncai spoke one after another.

"Yes, in order to fill the emptiness of the national treasury and not want to hurt the people, Mr. Zhao has put an end to the previous policy of increasing taxes. Instead, he risked his life and ignored everyone's criticism to let the courtiers donate their money. This is a great righteousness!"

"Master Zhao took the lead in donating all his money, which has led to the current shortage of money. I was deeply moved when I learned about it."

"Sacrificing a small thing to become a big one, this act of righteousness illuminates my heart like a bright light from the sky. After discussing it, we were deeply inspired by Mr. Zhao and determined to contribute to the country!"

"The act of replenishing the national treasury can be used to fight border wars, ensure the soldiers' pay and food, and be distributed to the common people. It can comfort the disaster-stricken areas and is a great kindness to Mr. Zhao."
Chapter completed!