Han Du came to the study and as soon as he opened the door, he saw Xue Xiang and Mr. Jin sitting inside.
He quickly smiled and cupped his hands and said, "Hey, Mr. Xue, Mr. Jin, you are so in high spirits."
"You're welcome, Lord Marquis." Mr. Jin smiled gently and nodded towards Han Du.
Xue Xiang, on the other hand, stroked his beard, glanced at Han Du and Fang Xiaoru, stretched out his hand and said, "Sit down. Xi Zhi should have told you, right?"
Han Du lifted his brocade robe, sat on the chair in an upright manner, smiled and nodded towards Xue Xiang.
Xue Xiang continued: "We don't know anything about business, so it's up to you to find a way. The academy is originally a place for learning, and it should be clean and honest, but it is indeed difficult to move forward without money in this world."
When Xue Xiang did not enter the academy, he did not know that the expenses of the academy were so high. Just on the students, the academy would spend hundreds of thousands of dollars every year. Now there is a lot more teaching. Although Fang Xiaoru and others are relaxed,
But the expenses of the academy are even greater.
Each of these tutors requires a monthly salary. And the monthly salary set by Han Du is very high. An ordinary tutor can get five guans per month, and the most powerful ones can even get ten guans.
Adding in other miscellaneous things, the academy's annual expenses would be 300,000 yuan.
Three hundred thousand dollars! .??.??
If he hadn't known that Han Du was supporting him, this figure alone would have scared Xue Xiang away. With three hundred thousand gold, one hall would need to be built, but the academy would eat up one hall every year.
Seeing the three of them staring at him nervously, Han Du suddenly smiled and said, "You can't rush this matter, take your time."
Xue Xiang and others had no intention of urging Han Du, so they nodded and agreed.
Since the racecourse was on the right track, it could operate on its own even if Han Du was away. Therefore, Han Du simply spent his time in the academy, thinking about how to make the academy have stable financial resources.
The academy teaches mathematics, physics and chemistry. You don’t need to think about mathematics. It is not easy to make money from mathematics. Physics and chemistry are actually not much better than mathematics. After all, Han Du only taught basic knowledge such as physics mechanics and chemical combustion reactions.
Han Du thought about it for a few days, but he couldn't think of how the academy could make money to support himself.
After thinking about it for a while, he invited Xue Xiang and others to sit down and said, "I have been thinking about it for the past few days, but I can't find any good sources of income for the academy."
When Xue Xiang and others heard this, they immediately looked at each other. They originally thought that they couldn't find a way to get money because they didn't understand business, but they didn't expect that even Han Du couldn't find a way to get money in the academy.
Seeing everyone's reaction, Han Du lowered his head and smiled bitterly. If stable financial resources were so easy to find, they wouldn't be called financial resources.
Nowadays, running an academy is a loss-making business, and you cannot rely on the students' support at all. Because as long as the Imperial College is admitted, it will not accept the students' training. Not only will they not accept it, but they will also distribute rice grains to the students every month.
But the reason why the Imperial College dared to be so extravagant was because he was supported by Lao Zhu, who paid more than 100,000 yuan to the Imperial College every year.
Perhaps because the academy had Han Du's support, Lao Zhu deliberately pretended not to see it. Except for a sign bearing the name of the Imperial Academy of the Ming Dynasty, he did not give a penny to the academy.
Seeing that the three of them were a little disappointed, Han Du thought for a while and said, "How about this? How about I take out the winemaking and glass crafts and let the academy set up a few workshops?"
"No, absolutely not." As soon as Han Du finished speaking, Xue Xiang quickly shook his head and objected, "We came to you to find a way, not to poach your corner. It's good to have a way, but if there is no way, just
It’s not bad as it is now.”
Winemaking and glass are both Han Du's industries. Although Han Du was willing to take them out, if Xue Xiang agreed, he would be suspected of taking food from Han Du.
Naturally, Xue Xiang would never dare to agree.
Not only Xue Xiang, but also Fang Xiaoru and Mr. Jin shook their heads in refusal.
Han Du didn't think it mattered, and he didn't expect such a big reaction from a few people. He smiled lightly and said: "When I said that I would give the craftsmanship to the academy, I didn't mean that I don't make wine or make glass."
"This is still inappropriate." Xue Xiang shook his head, "If the academy is allowed to do this, wouldn't it be
Are we trying to steal business from you?"
Han Du laughed and said: "Mr.
It can’t satisfy such a huge demand. This is not considered grabbing business at all, because if ten of us come in, we won’t be able to finish the business.”
Distilled spirits are now a scarce commodity. Although the price is high, there are many people who can really afford to drink them. But nowadays, many times, spirits cannot be bought with money. The Academy's intervention will not affect
The price of spirits is at best due to the abundant supply.
Xue Xiang and others looked at each other and remained silent. Although what Han Du said was right, it always felt like taking business away from Han Du.
Han Du saw that several people were still unable to make a decision, so he smiled helplessly and said: "In the past, I used money to subsidize the academy, and it was not so troublesome. Why did you think it was feasible before, but why can't it be done now?"
What Han Du said is true. When I took money directly from Han Du before, I didn't feel anything. Now that the academy has made money on its own, why is it so coy?
Besides, Han Du is the deputy judge of the Academy, and he is the eldest among them all. If I am sorry, it should be Han Du.
"Okay then." Xue Xiang, Fang Xiaoru and Mr. Jin looked at each other and nodded.
Han Du stayed in the academy while he had nothing to do. The physics and chemistry he originally taught were too elementary to be effective. This incident also reminded Han Du that if the professor's knowledge was of no value, it would be extremely harmful.
It dampens students' interest.
Therefore, for the sake of the development of the academy, Han Du simply stayed in the academy and continued to teach more advanced content.
As soon as Lao Zhu finished reviewing the memorial, Zhu Biao came to see him.
After the father and son sat and had a conversation, Lao Zhu suddenly asked: "Where is Han Du? What is he doing recently?"
Zhu Biao didn't know why his father asked him about Han Du, but he replied truthfully: "I heard it was in the academy."
"Academy?" Lao Zhu raised his head in surprise and asked strangely: "Isn't he going to build a racecourse? Why did he end up in the academy?"
"I don't know, I don't know, but he sent someone to keep an eye on the racecourse. I'm afraid he went to the academy only when he had nothing to do." Zhu Biao guessed and replied.
After hearing this, Lao Zhu nodded expressionlessly and didn't ask any more questions.
Seeing that his father had nothing to say, Zhu Biao hesitated for a moment and asked: "Father, I have something that I don't know whether to talk about or not."
"Tell me." Lao Zhu has always been open to anyone who comes to Zhu Biao. No matter whether he is in a good or bad mood, he is willing to listen to Zhu Biao's thoughts. But now that Lao Zhu is in a pretty good mood, he will naturally not refuse.
Zhu Biao.
"My father's Wanshou Festival is coming soon, and this year is my father's sixtieth birthday. In addition, the Beiyuan Dynasty was destroyed this year, King Anle was captured, and even the national jade seal appeared. It can be said that it is three blessings for the Ming Dynasty. This year
It is an auspicious year for the Ming Dynasty. I thought I could take advantage of my father's Longevity Festival to celebrate." Zhu Biao suggested.
As Zhu Biao narrated, Lao Zhu squinted his eyes and became happy. If you didn't sort it out, you wouldn't know it. Indeed, as Zhu Biao said, this year is really a unique year for Ming Dynasty.
From the founding of the Ming Dynasty, the Ming Dynasty has gone all the way to the present. There is really no other year that can be as glorious as this one. Moreover, it coincides with Lao Zhu's 60th birthday, which makes this year even more extraordinary.
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"Well, it should be lively and lively." Lao Zhu nodded in agreement.
Bei Yuan was originally a close concern of the Ming Dynasty. Now that such a serious problem is gone, Lao Zhu naturally wants to make a good show. If he is indifferent to such a big thing, it would be unreasonable. Moreover, he should not publicize the matter.
, how can we demonstrate Zhu Yuanzhang’s brilliance, wisdom and military talents?
Thinking of this, Lao Zhu immediately said: "Since this year's Wanshou Festival is about three blessings,
Then it should be done, and it should be done in a big way."
Lao Zhu is no longer what he used to be. In the past, almost all Wanshou Festivals were held in a very shabby way. Lao Zhu had no choice, and the landlords had no surplus food. During the Ming Dynasty’s Northern Expedition, the money spent was like running water. Lao Zhu’s internal treasury was empty.
, you can only save what you can.
But now, Lao Zhu's internal treasury is full, so he can naturally do whatever he wants.
Since he felt that the Longevity Festival was going to be a big one, Lao Zhu would naturally think of the candidate for the ceremony officer. He turned to look at Zhu Biao and asked, "Who do you think Biao'er can be the ceremony officer?"
Zhu Biao was stunned when he heard this, and then replied awkwardly: "I thought that this year was an auspicious year, and that my father could take a good rest after working day and night. As for the courtesy officer, I never thought about it."
Seeing that his father was noncommittal about his words, Zhu Biao lowered his head and thought for a moment before continuing to reply: "But according to the practice in previous years, it should be an important minister such as the Six Ministers." ??
After hearing this, Lao Zhu was silent for a moment and then said: "It's just a ceremony officer, who can't serve as it? Well, let Han Du be the ceremony officer."
Han Du is here!
Zhu Biao suddenly swallowed his saliva and saw his father's expressionless face. He didn't know why his father insisted on Han Du being the official. However, he still asked: "Father, although Han Du is also a scholar, but from his
It can be seen in his daily speech and behavior. I'm afraid he is not familiar with etiquette."
The Wanshou Ceremony Officer, among other things, must at least be familiar with etiquette and not make mistakes in etiquette.
It's not that Zhu Biao has any objections to Han Du. Han Du would not have any objections to other Zhu Biao, but this was not the case for the ceremony officer. Han Du was always an informal person in front of him. As a ceremony officer, if he made a fuss
It would be bad if you make a joke and offend your father.
Zhu Biao excused himself for Han Du, but it was actually for Han Du's good.
But Lao Zhu seemed determined and insisted on using Han Du.
"If he's not familiar with etiquette, wouldn't it be good for him to take advantage of this opportunity to learn it? He's been misbehaving outside all day long, and it's time for him to learn etiquette."
Seeing that his father had said this, Zhu Biao didn't know that his father was dissatisfied with Han Du's daily rudeness. He insisted on taking this opportunity to deal with Han Du. He did not dare to excuse Han Du anymore.
He nodded and said, "Yes, I will inform Han Du immediately."
Lao Zhu nodded and agreed with Zhu Biao. After thinking for a while, he added: "Isn't Fang Xiaoru your minister in the East Palace now? Ask him to come too and help Han Du be a good etiquette officer."
Lao Zhu was also a little worried that Han Du knew nothing about etiquette, and was afraid that such a rare Wanshou Festival would be ruined by Han Du. If Han Du ruined the Longevity Festival, Lao Zhu would definitely not spare Han Du. But no matter how hard he refused,
, it is impossible for Lao Zhu to behead Han Du because of this. If that happens, Anqing will definitely make trouble with Queen Ma.
Zhu Biao also breathed a sigh of relief. With Fang Xiaoru, a famous Confucian scholar, helping Han Du, there would definitely be no problem.
"Yes, I will do it now."
Zhu Biao came to the Han Mansion in person without anyone sending a message. Moreover, he did not come alone, and he also brought Han Jingyun with him.
After Han Jingyun became the crown princess, there were very few opportunities to return to the Han Mansion. Now that Han Jingyun was pregnant, her mood was ups and downs. Zhu Biao, thinking about her, took this opportunity to bring her back to the Han Mansion to make her happy.
Ichiban.
The arrival of the crown prince and crown princess immediately alarmed the entire Han family. In order to welcome the crown prince and Han Jingyun, the Han family started with the front door and decorated it with lanterns and colorful decorations. It was even more lively than the Chinese New Year.
When Zhu Biao brought Han Jingyun to the Han Mansion, everyone in the Han family stood outside the door to greet him.
Han De and Liu took the lead and knelt down towards Zhu Biao and Han Jingyun, "Greetings to His Royal Highness and the Crown Princess."
"Get down quickly." Zhu Biao quickly bowed and gave him some help.
Han Jingyun also quickly took action himself and helped his parents up, "Mom and dad, get up quickly."
The etiquette between monarch and minister cannot be abolished. Although Han Deliu is Han Jingyun's father and mother, she is now the princess and the emperor. Therefore, she has to bow to her.
However, Han Jingyun is the daughter of the Han Deliu family after all, so after bowing, she
It is also appropriate to return gifts to both of them.
Welcoming Zhu Biao and Han Jingyun back to the house, because Han Jingyun misses her mother very much, and she is now pregnant with Liujia. There are many questions that are difficult to ask outsiders when she first encounters them, so she can ask Mrs. Liu one by one. Therefore.
, as soon as he entered the door, Han Jingyun took Liu and left.
Only Han De, Han Du and Han Shu accompanied Zhu Biao into the inner hall. Mainly Han De and Han Du accompanied Zhu Biao, and Han Shu made up the number.
After everyone took their seats, Zhu Biao smiled and told the story about his father's decision to let Han Du serve as the official of ceremonies to preside over the Longevity Festival.
After hearing this, Han De and Han Du looked surprised.
Han De was surprised. Although Han Du was a marquis and a superior, his qualifications were not qualified to host the Longevity Festival.
Han Du was thinking, what does Lao Zhu mean by this? A slap in the face and a sweet date? He had just taken away his military power, and now he has been appointed as the Wanshou Ceremony Officer.
When the Wanshou Ceremony Officer held the ceremony, standing next to Lao Zhu, facing the congratulations of the officials, it was indeed a beautiful sight. However, this scenery may be extremely rare for ordinary people, but for Han Du, it was just like that.
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"Is it possible for me to be the official of the Wanshou Ceremony? I'm afraid it will be difficult for me to take on such a big job." Han Du said while looking at Zhu Biao's refusal.
Want to be the etiquette officer yourself? Don’t be kidding me. I am not familiar with complicated etiquette at all. How can I be the etiquette officer?
Zhu Biao seemed to have read Han Du's thoughts, smiled and said: "Don't worry, my father has sent Fang Xiaoru to help you, there will be no problem."
That's pretty much it! Han Du curled his lips. With Fang Xiaoru, a famous Confucianist, he felt confident. As long as there were no problems with etiquette, Han Du was really not worried about other things on the Wanshou Festival.
Seeing the relaxed look on Han Du's face, Zhu Biao couldn't help but remind him: "This year's Wanshou Festival is different from usual. This year is my father's sixtieth birthday, not only a whole life, but also a whole life. By then, all the vassals
King, foreign envoys will come, so this Longevity Festival must be lively and lively, so as not to lose the majesty of the Great Tomorrow Dynasty."
Han Du nodded to express his understanding.
The next day, Han Du took Fang Xiaoru to the Ministry of Rites.
The Ministry of Rites prepares Wanshou Festival for Lao Zhu every year. They have rich experience, so Han Du will not let it go.
The Ministry of Rites currently does not have a minister, and is only managed by Li Yuanming, the left minister, which is equivalent to a state of leaderlessness. Without the leader of the minister, the entire Ministry of Rites seems to have had its backbone removed, and it is difficult to become strong.
When facing Han Du, Li Yuanming hurriedly took the lead and said: "I am lowered by Li Yuanming to pay my respects to the Marquis of Zhenhai."
"Master Li, you're welcome." Han Duxu raised his hand.
"Thank you, Lord Marquis." Li Yuanming straightened up and extended his hand to signal Han Du, "Master Marquis, please take a seat. Come and serve some good tea!"
Han Du was not polite, made some concessions to Li Yuanming, and sat down on his right hand.
Fang Xiaoru even sat in the lower position of Han Du.
Soon, the clerk from the Ministry of Rites came in with tea.
Han Du picked up the tea cup, slid it twice along the rim, blew on it, and took a small sip, "Good tea."
Li Yuanming was very satisfied with Han Du's praise, but he still said modestly: "Although this tea is Hangzhou Longjing, but has the Marquis never tasted any tea? I'm afraid it's hard to call him a good Marquis."
Han Du smiled slightly and said nothing about tea. He had indeed drank Longjing, and it was better than this. The Longjings in Zhu Biao were all tributes, so they were naturally better than the one in front of him.
However, since it was Li Yuanming who was seeking help, Han Du would not be stingy with a few complimentary words.
Li Yuanming was also extremely satisfied with Han Du's attitude.
"I wonder what the important thing is for Lord Marquis to come here today? If there is anything useful that can benefit me, please speak up and I will do my best."
Trying his best means that he can meet Han Du's general requirements, but if the requirements are too excessive, it is beyond his ability and he will be helpless.
Although Li Yuanming was satisfied with Han Du's low profile, he had not yet reached the point where he was desperate.