Xiao Suzhen saw that Xue Poye was calm and composed while talking and laughing, and she actually turned the faces of several Hongru scholars pale. Finally, a smile appeared on her face, and she looked at Xue Poye with admiration.
Mr. Chen Yin had been looking at Xue Poye with a cold face. After hearing his words, his expression relaxed slightly, but he still said coldly: "Those who are profitable in business are just amassing money and things, but they have not made great contributions to the country. You keep saying this
It is said that businessmen have great achievements, but I don’t think so. I would like to ask the world’s stable people, how many achievements have businessmen made?”
Xue Poye glanced at Mr. Chen Yin, and saw that his eyes were no longer as contemptuous and disdainful as before, and he was still quite confused. He was obviously wondering why Xue Poye had such knowledge.
"Mr. Chen Yin, you talented and learned seniors, Xue is not trying to defend businessmen, but there are hundreds of industries in the world, each performing its own duties, and each has its own achievements and achievements. Although there are not many businessmen who directly dominate the country, there are some in history.
Several wealthy merchants with extraordinary achievements!" Xue Poye opened his chat box and immediately felt extremely clear-headed. He said seriously: "The ancestor of merchants is naturally Tao Zhugong who has made countless achievements.
Tao Zhugong is naturally the most meritorious person. Tao Zhugong is proficient in business, sincere and shrewd, and has earned tens of thousands of wealth. How can you say that Tao Zhugong is a cheap businessman?"
Tao Zhugong was Fan Li who helped Gou Jian build his great business. He was a good businessman and was regarded as the ancestor of Shang by merchants.
As soon as these words came out, everyone looked embarrassed.
Xue Poye glanced at everyone. All the scholars lowered their heads and covered their faces. Liu Tuo was calm and composed, holding the wine glass and tasting the wine gently. It seemed that he did not pay attention to Xue Poye's words.
Xue Poye also took a sip of wine. At today's banquet, the wine was not bad. Although it was not as strong as the burning fire, it still had the aroma of wine.
Xiao Moting stared at Xue Poye and asked slowly: "Who else is there?"
"Lu Buwei!"
Xue Poye put down his wine glass, seemed very comfortable, and said leisurely: "Another person who has made great contributions to the country is Lu Gong Buwei!"
Lu Buwei was a jewelry merchant in the Wei Kingdom during the Warring States Period. The biggest business in his life was the sale of King Zhuang Xiang of the Qin Kingdom. When King Zhuang Xiang was in decline, he had a keen eye for people and helped him with all his strength. Finally, relying on this jewel
The chess pieces rose to prominence and became famous for a while.
"Lü Gong finally became the Prime Minister, and the First Emperor of China respected him as his second-in-command. When the First Emperor first ascended to the throne, Lü Gong had all the power. He was responsible for all the policies of the Qin State. The Qin State finally swept through the six kingdoms and unified the eight wastelands.
, although it is the great talent and strategy of the First Emperor, it is inseparable from the cornerstone achievements of Lu Gong!" Xue Poye touched his nose and said slowly: "Of course you all the scholars know that the "Lu Spring and Autumn Annals" compiled by Lu Gong is our article
It seems that none of you here or even the literati in the entire Dachu have such achievements. I think you will not forget that he started as a businessman and finally embarked on the road of politics. Could it be that everyone thinks that he also
Just a cheap businessman?"
The sound is loud and clear. Although the voice is soft and calm, the words are sonorous and powerful.
The scene was extremely silent for a moment. Xue Poye wanted this effect, and sneered in his heart: "Damn, he's a well-educated Confucian scholar, I choked them up with these two words!" Instead, he felt disdain for these people in his heart.
feel.
Outside the boat, Qingge Yanyan was still singing on the West Lake. Many gentlemen chanted loudly. They were nothing more than some boring and shabby words. Compared with the poems recited by these scholars just now, it took a lot of research.
These sounds entered the cabin like mosquitoes and flies.
"Tao Zhugong? Lu Buwei?" Liu Tuo suddenly laughed, and his expression was extremely peaceful. When he saw everyone turning their eyes to him, he said calmly: "These two people were finally abandoned by their lord. The reason is that I'm afraid
It’s due to the profit-seeking nature of businessmen!”
As soon as Liu Tuo opened his mouth, all the scholars echoed in unison. Only the Xiao father and daughter were speechless, Xiao Moting remained calm, and Xiao Suzhen was shocked and delighted.
Xue Poye smiled leisurely, pretending to be confused and said: "It turns out that the two of them were expelled because of the profit-seeking nature of businessmen. This is the first time I heard this today. I have to thank Mr. Liu... Mr. Liu for his guidance." He paused.
He paused and sighed: "Wealth and splendor will eventually return to dust. Who can guarantee a life of peace? As long as you really live and do it, you don't have to regret it in that life. I think the life journey of these two great businessmen is wonderful.
Since there is a glorious process, why care about the mediocre results!"
This emotion was extremely sincere, and Xiao Suzhen's beautiful eyes shone with a burning light.
Although these Confucian scholars cannot be said to be quiet and noble, they must have been the best in literature and art. Although they are old now, everyone has their youth and glorious years. Xue Poye's words are exactly what he said.
Deep in the hearts of everyone, everyone felt sad, recalling the glory of the past.
Xiao Moting actually nodded slightly, his gloomy face slowly revealed a look of emotion, and he stroked his beard and said: "Yes, since you have lived and done it before, why should you care about the results? From ancient times to the present, only the most outstanding people can truly be kind and peaceful.
How many people are there!”
Seeing that he agreed with his point of view for the first time, Xue Poye was still quite excited. After all, the people here were all scholars and scholars. It was really a great thing for him to persuade them.
A trace of gloom appeared on Liu Tuo's face, and a hint of murderous intent flashed across his beautiful eyes. He stood up slowly and looked at Xue Poye. Everyone was puzzled. Liu Tuo actually bowed slightly and his voice was a little humble: "Xue Poye
Liu Tuo admires the young master for his extraordinary talents and agility. It is truly a blessing to be able to chat with Mr. Xue over wine today!" After saying that, he picked up the wine glass and raised it to Xue Poye.
Xue Poye was not happy and was shocked. This Liu Tuogui was the minister of the Ministry of Punishment. He was a young man with great ambition and high spirits, but he was very delicate. He had been quite disdainful of himself before, but now he suddenly became polite. Outsiders saw that he was naturally open-minded.
, but in Xue Poye's opinion, there was something really weird in between.
Since Liu Tuo took the initiative to propose a toast, Xue Poye was not arrogant enough to refuse the courtesy of the Minister of Justice, although this might be just a superficial show.
Xiao Moting saw Liu Tuo actually lowering his body, and Corporal Li Xian was even more happy, with a proud smile on his face. Liu Tuo had greatly improved his face, and Xiao Suzhen also showed admiration.
"Master Liu is really a talented young man and a pillar of the imperial court. With such a good official in our country, the country and the people will live in peace forever!" A scholar praised openly.
As soon as he finished speaking, the others all had their own praises. They had read poetry and books, and their vocabulary was rich. When they praised him, they could speak eloquently and very skillfully.
Liu Tuo finished his glass of wine, smiled at everyone's compliments, kept being polite, and suddenly shouted: "Here comes someone!"
Immediately, a person came in from outside, but he was a guard. He was very respectful, but his hands were holding a sandalwood tray. The tray was covered with red gauze, so it was impossible to see what was inside.
Xue Poye squinted his eyes and looked on coldly, wondering what Liu Tuo was up to.
Liu Tuo stepped forward, lifted a corner, and took out a small jade box from it. He walked slowly and smiled in front of Xiao Moting, knelt down and said respectfully: "Student, I am ashamed. I have made my teacher suffer the consequences of imprisonment. He deserves to be punished ten thousand times."
Die!" He presented the small jade box and said softly: "This is a gift from the students, please accept it with pleasure from the teacher!"
Xiao Moting reached out to take it, opened the jade box, took out a writing brush from it, looked at it, and showed joy.
Liu Tuo lost no time in saying: "This is a gift given to students by His Majesty the Emperor. The ridge is made of tiger hair, and the pole is made of sea bamboo on the southern island. It is very comfortable to write on."
When all the scholars heard this, they were filled with admiration. Xue Poye laughed secretly in his heart: "If you want to give something away, just give it away privately. At this time and here, showing such courtesy is nothing more than a show!"
Xiao Moting was knowledgeable, but he was a sweet-tempered person. When he saw his proud disciple giving him the gift given by His Majesty the Emperor in public, his face was full of brilliance and he could not hide his joy, but he said: "This is the Holy One, Your Majesty."
How can I accept the gift from the emperor?" Then he wanted to return the gift.
Liu Tuo smiled and said: "Teacher, Your Majesty is the most benevolent and filial person. If you know that I dedicated this tiger pen to Teacher, I'm afraid he will be even more happy. Your Majesty is so benevolent and virtuous that I will not blame you!"
Immediately, a scholar laughed and said: "Mr. Chen Yin, Mr. Liu is very filial. Please accept it. Mr. Liu is extremely benevolent and filial. It is really your glory!" Everyone agreed.
Xiao Moting refused and accepted the Hubo pen.
Liu Tuo took out another thing from the sandalwood plate. The green light was faint, but it was a necklace made of green gems. Thinking about it with his own eyes, he knew that this necklace was extremely precious. Xue Po
Ye naturally knew that this emerald necklace was dozens of times more valuable than the coral necklace he gave to the fairy.
Liu Tuo stared at Xiao Suzhen and walked slowly over. Xiao Suzhen immediately became uneasy when she came into contact with Liu Tuo's hot gaze.
Xue Poye felt a cold feeling in his heart, and thought: "Damn, something bad is going to happen!" dd