Chapter 880 Liu Bowens clever calculation, you cant have your cake and eat it too!
Hear the words.
Zhu Yuanzhang froze on the spot and said nothing.
There was only shock and disbelief in his heart!
This time he came to visit Shen Wansan. His main purpose was to get Shen Wansan, the richest businessman in Jiangnan and also known as the God of Wealth by the people, to provide some money.
There is no way.
The Ming Dynasty's court was poor.
However, Shen Wansan opened his mouth to repair one third of the city wall!
This is one third!
A mere businessman is so rich!
Although he had thousands of thoughts in his mind, Zhu Yuanzhang always showed an unchanging look on his face.
"Yes, you did a good job."
Zhu Yuanzhang expressed his praise.
"Your Majesty has given you too much praise, you have given him too much praise."
Shen Wansan said hurriedly with a respectful tone.
Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang nodded with satisfaction.
Soon after, the meal was finally finished.
Shen Wansan went out in person to see Zhu Yuanzhang off.
"Wan San Hoo, it's delicious."
Zhu Yuanzhang said something.
After that, he and his guard Guo Ying left in a hurry.
After witnessing Zhu Yuanzhang's departure, Shen Wansan breathed a long sigh of relief.
But beads of sweat continued to appear on his forehead.
Beads of sweat the size of soybeans rolled down his wrinkled old face.
"Is this considered a narrow escape?"
Shen Wansan's face showed an expression of surviving a disaster.
After speaking, he silently returned to the study alone.
See Shen Wansan's performance.
The students who watched the video couldn't help but show surprised expressions.
"Why should Shen Wansan be so frightened? Zhu Yuanzhang didn't want to kill Shen Wansan!"
"If Shen Wansan is unwilling to invest in repairing the city wall, do you think Shen Wansan's life can be saved?"
"What Shen Wansan represents is money, and what Zhu Yuanzhang represents is power. This money and power collide, and the money is lost completely. I am sure that if Shen Wansan does not invest in repairing the city wall, or if he does not invest in repairing the city wall, he will pay less." Well, Shen Wansan will definitely die! Even the Shen family will be raped and beheaded!"
"The emperor really has millions of ways to deal with Shen Wansan!"
"Is the Shen family going to decline in the future?"
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The students had a lively discussion, and they all felt that Shen Wansan, a businessman, was really pitiable.
After making so much money, he would use it to build the Ming Dynasty City Wall. I think Shen Wansan was particularly unwilling to do so.
Zhang Guofei raised his eyebrows slightly. Through Shen Wansan's performance, he always felt that Shen Wansan's investment stock was about to face a bloody disaster!
There is no other reason.
Shen Wansan is too rich.
Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang might have become jealous when he was so rich.
The video footage continues.
Shen Wansan stayed in the study, always restless.
Not long after.
In the study room, a handsome young man wearing a gorgeous brocade robe appeared.
This young master is none other than Shen Rong.
"Dad, I really didn't expect His Majesty to come to our Shen family in person."
"In the future, our Shen family will surely prosper..."
Zhu Yuanzhang's arrival made Shen Rong smile, and he felt that the Shen family was going to become more and more prosperous.
Maybe, he or his father can even get an official position.
"You are confused! You are confused!"
Shen Wansan said angrily.
"this……"
Shen Rong looked confused and didn't understand what he said. Otherwise, how could he make his father so unhappy.
"Dad, I know my mistake."
Shen Rong said quickly.
Although I don’t know where I went wrong, it is always right to admit that I was wrong.
Seeing his admission of mistake, Shen Wansan's expression softened a lot while he was sitting on a valuable sandalwood chair.
Only then did Shen Wansan tell everyone what had happened before.
"If dad says that dish is pig's trotters, dad, I'm afraid... the end will be very bad."
When Shen Wansan was speaking, not only was there cold sweat on his forehead, but there was also a look of panic on his cheeks.
"Sizzle!"
Shen Rong was not stupid and understood the pros and cons, which made him take a breath of cold air.
Shen Wansan also talked about cutting meat with thin bones.
"If dad uses a knife... it will be disrespectful to His Majesty, and he will get into trouble."
Shen Wansan looked very uneasy.
"Dad, if His Majesty comes to our Shen family this time, he is afraid that the drunkard is not interested in drinking. Doesn't that mean that our Shen family is going to suffer?"
Shen Rong's face turned pale and ugly.
He knows it very well.
Whether the Shen family can prosper in the future depends on His Majesty's thoughts.
If Your Majesty is not willing to make things easier for the Shen family.
Then, the Shen family will definitely decline in the future!
"This time dad spent money to eliminate the disaster."
Shen Wansan sighed, unwillingness rising on his face.
That's all the money he earned hard.
But as a result, a large amount of money had to be spent to repair one-third of the city wall.
Why!
This is the imperial court's city wall, not his!
This made Shen Wansan very angry, but could he refuse?
No!
Absolutely not!
However, after thinking about it, Shen Wansan always felt uneasy in his heart, as if there was a fish bone stuck in his throat.
Made him feel very uncomfortable.
He hated this lump-in-the-throat feeling.
"Prepare the sedan! Dad is going out!"
Shen Wansan said.
"Ah, dad, where are you going?"
Shen Rong looked confused.
"Let's meet Mr. Liu. I think this clever and resourceful Mr. Liu can help me solve my doubts."
Shen Wansan said with a smile.
"Mr. Liu?!"
In an instant, Shen Rong's eyes lit up and he thought of the famous Liu Ji.
But he was very confused. Will Liu Ji meet his father?
His father doesn't seem to have much contact with Liu Ji.
Moreover, he also knew a thing or two about Liu Ji. He never formed any party for personal gain. He was a solitary minister, and he was only loyal to Zhu Yuanzhang.
"Hurry and prepare the sedan! Mr. Liu will meet me."
Shen Wansan urged.
Soon after.
Shen Wansan rode on a sedan with a unique shape, exquisite appearance and gorgeous decoration.
The ceiling of this sedan is covered with red satin, and there are beautiful carvings and paintings on both sides. Even the interior of the sedan is very luxuriously decorated.
Shen Wansan, who was in the sedan chair, was sitting on a comfortable cushion, closing his eyes and meditating.
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Finally arrived at Liu Mansion.
Shen Wansan got off the sedan and explained his intention to the Liu Mansion's concierge.
"Mr. Shen, wait a moment, I will go and inform you."
When the concierge saw Shen Wansan's arrival, he spoke in a very respectful tone.
In this Yingtian Mansion, everyone knows that Shen Wansan is an extremely wealthy man. It would be an understatement to call him the God of Wealth.
"It's time to work."
Shen Wansan was smiling.
It didn't take long.
In an elegantly decorated hall.
Shen Wansan met Liu Ji.
"Meet sir."
Although Shen Wansan was many years older than Liu Ji, his attitude in front of Liu Ji was very respectful, not only because Liu Ji was an important minister in the court, but also because Liu Ji's ability made him admire him very much.
Let’s just say that Liu Ji’s contribution to His Majesty’s ability to conquer the world is indispensable.
"You're too polite. I wonder why Mr. Shen has time to come and visit?"
Liu Ji smiled.
"In front of Mr. Shen, I am not Mr. Shen. I am just an old man!"
Shen Wansan replied, his attitude still full of awe.
"He is an old man, and he is also an old man with unparalleled wealth!"
Liu Ji had a playful expression.
Shen Wansan smiled awkwardly.
He did not directly explain the purpose of his visit, but he mentioned that he still liked the book "Huangdi's Mansion" that he gave to Liu Ji last time.
"Bowen had read "The Classic of the Yellow Emperor's House" in the past, but what he saw at that time was only a copy of the fragment. But the "Classic of the Yellow Emperor's House" that Mr. Shen gave to Bowen was the complete copy. Bowen had already read it. I have done it many times and it has really benefited me a lot.”
Liu Ji had a smile on his face, obviously he admired the book "The Yellow Emperor's House Classic" very much.
"Sir, as long as you like it, that's fine."
Shen Wansan said with a smile.
after.
Shen Wansan started sending books again.
The books he sent were all collected from all over the world with great effort.
"Yuanhai Ziping" is the ancestor of eight-character numerology, and it is also a classic that must be learned in eight-character fortune telling!
One of the divination methods in "The Number of Plum Blossoms" is a book that combines the "Xiang Xue" in the Book of Changes for divination!
"Gui Zangyi" records the concept of destiny and the belief in ghosts and gods!
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One ancient book after another made Liu Ji's eyes light up.
Although as an official of the Ming Dynasty, he should not have too close contact with a businessman.
But he couldn't put down every book Shen Wansan gave him.
Nowadays, these books also satisfy him and make him feel like a treasure.
Liu Ji accepted the books directly on the spot.
"Mr. Shen, you must have encountered a difficulty! Tell Bowen that if Bowen can solve it, he will do his best."
Liu Ji's expression was serious.
"Sure enough, nothing can be hidden from sir."
Shen Wansan had a look of admiration on his face.
Soon, Shen Wansan started talking about all the things that happened not long ago.
Hearing this, Liu Ji's expression was always very calm, and he always looked calm.
It was as if what was said from Shen Wansan's mouth could not shake Liu Ji's heart.
"Mr. Shen, there are some things Bowen doesn't know whether to say or not."
At this time, Liu Ji spoke.
"Sir, it's okay to say it. I'm all ears."
Shen Wansan said quickly.
"Mr. Shen, whether it is hoofing ten thousand times or cutting meat with bones. These behaviors are very smart, but they are just small cleverness. In terms of business, Bowen is far inferior to you, Mr. Shen, but when it comes to being an official The way, and..."
Liu Ji slowly spoke.
Say it.
He looked up at the sky.
Although he didn't say it explicitly, Shen Wansan had already guessed it. What Liu Ji said was probably just speculation on the holy intention.
Holy will?
How could Shen Wansan figure it out?
"Please give me some advice, sir."
Shen Wansan's attitude was respectful, his eyes full of longing, and he felt that Liu Ji would definitely be able to help him.
"Has your Majesty made it clear that you should donate money to repair the city wall?"
Liu Ji said something.
But just such a sentence left Shen Wan speechless.
His Majesty didn't say it explicitly, but he was hinting that he would pay.
"Mr. Shen, you are really smart but you have been fooled by your cleverness. To repair the city wall, you can unite other wealthy businessmen from the south of the Yangtze River to jointly finance it. But you are doing it all, and one person has to build one third of the city wall. You will let His Majesty What do you think?"
"Your Majesty may think that you are showing off your wealth. Your Majesty may even think that one of his emperors is not richer than you."
"Also, doesn't Mr. Shen know about His Majesty's past?"
Liu Ji shook his head and sighed softly.
"Buzz!"
Liu Ji's few words made Shen Wansan's whole body feel like he was struck by lightning.
yes.
He has taken over everything, what will His Majesty think?
Show off your wealth!
And His Majesty is not as rich as a commoner like him!
What thoughts will appear in His Majesty's heart?
Also, His Majesty's parents passed away that year, but he couldn't afford a penny, not even a coffin.
According to rumors.
At that time, His Majesty simply wrapped the bodies of his parents in straw mats, and then found relatives to help them carry the bodies to the mountain for burial.
The more I think about it.
Shen Wansan's expression changed drastically.
A chill spread quickly across the soles of my feet.
"Sir, my life is at stake!"
Shen Wansan looked panicked and frightened.
He was very remorseful.
He really shouldn't have said those words.
A third of the city wall was also repaired.
This made him really want to give himself a big mouth.
However, can he go back on his word?
If it is in front of ordinary people, it will be fine.
But in front of such a ninety-five supreme being as His Majesty.
He wouldn't dare to go back on his word!
"Please sir, save me, I don't want my head to fall to the ground!"
Shen Wansan was panicking, his eyes filled with fear.
Now he has completely regarded Liu Ji as a life-saving straw.
He even felt that he was a little old and confused.
If you were young.
There is absolutely no way he would make such a mistake.
But now as I grow older, my brain is getting harder and harder to use.
"I think you also know that because of his background, His Majesty has a low regard for businessmen. Scholars, farmers, and merchants, businessmen are at the bottom."
Liu Ji looked helpless.
He has no prejudice against businessmen. Instead, he believes that businessmen do more harm than good to the country and the people.
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"I can't help you, the only one who can help you is yourself."
"You can only save yourself."
Liu Ji continued.
"Sir, please tell me how I can save myself!"
Shen Wansan stared at Liu Ji with his bright eyes.
"By doing good deeds and accumulating good deeds, you can survive."
Liu Ji gave suggestions.
"Do good deeds and accumulate virtue?"
"Why can you survive like this?"
Shen Wansan couldn't understand.
Liu Ji showed an incomprehensible smile and did not explain.
His behavior made the students who watched the video very dissatisfied.
“Can you survive by doing good deeds and accumulating virtue?”
"Really or not?"
"Can good people live a long life? Isn't this nonsense?"
"Liu Ji always talks so eloquently."
"Is it possible that Liu Jizhen is really capable of making scheming decisions?"
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The students were chatting and discussing, but they always felt a little confused. The more they got to know Liu Ji, the more Liu Ji seemed like a mystery, which confused them.
But anyway.
But they have already determined something in their minds.
Liu Ji is definitely an extraordinary person!
"Thanks for the tip."
Shen Wansan's face was filled with gratitude.
But the smart Shen Wansan thought of another problem.
"Sir, if I do good deeds and accumulate merit, I can save my life, but what about my family wealth? How can I save it?"
Shen Wansan desperately wanted to know the answer.
"Your property is destined to be confiscated by His Majesty in the future."
“You can’t have your cake and eat it too.”
Liu Ji pursed his lips and smiled, "Do you want to save your life or your family's wealth?"
"Swish!"
In an instant, Shen Wansan's face turned ugly again.
He wants both life and property!
But now it seems that his idea is undoubtedly wishful thinking.
"Mr. Geng made me laugh. If I can only choose one of the two, I just want to save my life."
"If you are still alive, you can still make money."
Shen Wansan's expression gradually became calmer.
Obviously, he has figured it out and has lived for most of his life. He still understands this simple truth.
He even firmly believes that the Shen family can make a comeback!