According to the imperial doctor, Heishan was injured by external force and was physically strained. He would recover after resting for two months.
The imperial doctor showed an expression of disbelief when he spoke, because if an ordinary person suffered an injury like Heishan's, he would probably be disabled or die on the spot. Fortunately, he was still alive and well.
At this time, the sky was dark, the starry sky was bright, and candles were burning in Shangshu's mansion.
Muchuan stood at the door of the mansion and was sending the imperial doctor off respectfully. He also stuffed the doctor with a bag of money and said in a sincere voice: "Thank you for your hard work. It took the imperial doctor's wonderful rejuvenation to save my subordinates."
"Master Shangshu, you don't have to be polite. This is just a piece of cake for me. As for this money... I would never dare to accept it."
The imperial doctor wants to stuff his money back again.
However, Muchuan was well versed in the ways of the world. It was not that the imperial doctor did not want the money, but that he was embarrassed to accept it because Muchuan's official rank was higher than his.
At this time, Muchuan pushed the money back again, pretending to be angry: "Imperial doctor, you can't do this. If you don't accept it, you won't give me face."
"This, this... Oh, since you have said so, Lord Shangshu, then I have no choice but to accept it."
On the surface, the imperial doctor looked very embarrassed, but little did he know that his old face was full of smiles, and he seemed to be a man who didn't mean what he said.
Moreover, after receiving Muchuan's money, the imperial doctor also had a favorable impression of Muchuan, and he began to reveal several secrets.
"Master Shangshu, there have been a lot of ups and downs about you in the court recently. You should pay more attention in the court!"
What are the ups and downs specifically?
First of all, Muchuan, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, abused his power and only raised the salary of the officials of the Ministry of Revenue, which made everyone very dissatisfied.
Secondly, the imperial censor was eyeing Muchuan. He seemed to suspect that Muchuan had used his power as the "Shang Shu of the Ministry of Household Affairs" to enrich his own pockets and engage in corruption and bribery.
After the imperial doctor finished speaking, he laughed: "Of course those things reported by the imperial court cannot be believed. I know Master Muchuan's character well and will definitely not do such a thing! Your Excellency is loyal and patriotic.
People from Bo Yuntian!"
"Of course, I wouldn't do that kind of thing!"
"Yes! But sir, you should be more careful. People's words can be feared, and three people can become a tiger. We ministers must be careful."
The imperial doctor spoke earnestly, and after he finished speaking, he left carrying a box of herbs and wood.
Muchuan was more distracted at this time. In fact, he knew that there would definitely be rumors about his abuse of power in the court. Even though he had asked Ouyang Bufan to release the news as "his majesty's permission", he might only be able to suppress it.
For a moment, it cannot be suppressed for long.
Rather than the sounds of the storm outside, Muchuan was more concerned about why the imperial censor had found out about him?
You actually suspect Muchuan of embezzling and taking bribes to enrich himself?
It’s really bullying!
If Muchuan wanted to take bribes, he would have been able to get a lot of gold and silver, and he could even empty out the entire Tang Dynasty treasury!
It was precisely because he was angry with the imperial censor that Muchuan had to be on guard. He realized that he was being targeted! The key was that he didn't even know who the censor was!
"Forget it, forget about it!"
Muchuan patted his hungry stomach and was about to go back to the mansion for dinner!
Hei Shan bothered me as soon as I got up today. I have been busy for a long time, and Muchuan has not eaten yet!
Now when we come to the main hall of the mansion, the table is already filled with delicious dishes, which smell delicious.
Temujin Dali was waiting beside him and said: "Sir, I made everything you like to eat today."
"Yeah?
That would be great!”
Muchuan looked at the table and saw that it was indeed his favorite food, Mapo tofu, fried pork with chili pepper, and steamed grouper! My dear!
What Muchuan looks forward to most every day is this moment, resolving the stress of work and life through delicious food, so that the calories from those foods are continuously poured into his body to be converted into dopamine, endorphins and other happy factors.
Just when Muchuan moved his chopsticks, he noticed that there seemed to be some people missing?
Yes, it is very lively during meals on weekdays. Everyone gathers around and talks and laughs, having a good time.
But later, the number of people in the Shangshu's mansion seemed to gradually decrease. For example, Sophia and Mingzhu had been named "ambassadors of friendly countries" and returned to their own countries to help establish good relations with the Tang Dynasty.
Ouyang Bufan and Mo Zhu went to carry out the work of the Ministry of Revenue. After all, it is not easy to issue treasury bonds to raise funds in places such as Hedong Road, Shandong Road, and Lingnan Road. It is probably difficult to see them in recent times.
People.
"So Xin'er..." Muchuan asked in shock. Xin'er had returned to live in Shangshu's mansion at this time. Why couldn't she come over to have dinner with him?
Temujin Dali seemed to know the reason, so he explained: "Miss Xin'er went back to Fang's shop. It seems she has something special to deal with."
"Yeah?
Then there is nothing we can do.”
As he spoke, Muchuan's eyes flashed slightly, feeling that Xin'er had been acting strange recently.
I haven't seen Xin'er very much recently. Every time I see her, she is mysterious and mysterious, as if she is hiding something that he cannot know.
Could it be that Xin'er fell in love with another man?
No, no, Xin'er is not that kind of person! It seems that if he has time, Muchuan will have to go back to the Fang Chamber of Commerce to check the situation. I think he can find out some reasons by asking his good brother Fang Cheng.
If you think about it this way, Muchuan will be the only one having dinner tonight?
This was more or less lonely, so he laughed and asked Temujin to sit down with him.
"Dali, come and eat and drink with me!"
"Absolutely not... Sir, how can a villain with such a humble status dine on the same table as an adult?"
Listening to Temujin's powerful words, Muchuan was dissatisfied. What does "humble status" mean? This is a crude term under the feudal system.
All human beings are inherently equal. Although their bodies, statuses, and origins are different, at least their personalities are equal. However, this distorted society has divided people into three, six, or nine levels, and the gaps between people have become apparent.
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As a modern man, Muchuan naturally doesn't like this system. He doesn't need those flattering people around him.
At this time, Muchuan began to give Temujin vigorous educational lessons, saying that there would be no need for such red tape in front of him in the future, because he was different from others.
After hearing Muchuan's words, Temujin was obviously shocked.
Temujin Dali came from the northern nomads and lived in the Central Plains for more than ten years.
