Zhang Juzheng closed his eyes slightly and pondered the wonderful benefits of this cooperative. If all the farmers in the world joined the cooperative, they would hug each other tightly and become difficult to bully.
Presumably those profiteers who are accustomed to joining forces to suppress or drive up food prices will be furious.
That will inevitably trigger a big storm sweeping the world!
Zhang Juzheng is naturally not afraid of offending people. He has offended too many people because of his reforms in recent years, and he does not care about offending a few more grain merchants.
In his eyes, those profiteers were nothing more than chickens and dogs.
As the chief minister of the Ming Dynasty, he was naturally concerned about the livelihood of farmers. Of course, he was more concerned about whether the court's taxation and corvee could be increased.
At this time, Zhang Juzheng's heart was pounding.
only……
Soon he rubbed his sore eyes again. No matter how good this cooperative was, he no longer had the energy to promote it.
Over the years, as his energy has become worse and worse, his control over the court situation has also become worse than before. Even his two allies, the Queen Mother and Feng Bao, no longer support him as firmly as before.
The person who took the lead against him was the young emperor whom he carefully cultivated.
In the middle of the night when no one is around.
In the study room of the Taishi Mansion, Zhang Juzheng coughed weakly a few times, then slowly closed his eyes and let out a heavy sigh.
Now there is an undercurrent surging in the capital, and his body is no longer what it used to be.
"snort!"
But Zhang Juzheng quickly cheered up and let out a cold snort in the darkness, his majestic face shining with confidence.
As long as he doesn't die, no one will dare to touch the New Deal, let alone the Zhang family!
The next day, Xiyuan.
Very early in the morning.
Shen Lie was sleeping soundly in his big house when he heard a knock on the door. He hurriedly got up and opened the courtyard door.
As soon as he opened the door, Shen Lie saw several familiar Dongchang fans who had been waiting outside for a long time and saluted him with cupped fists as usual.
"Meet Mr. Shen."
Shen Lie responded, returned the gift, looked up at the sky, and said helplessly: "What time is it?"
Several commentators hurriedly complimented him: "As soon as the emperor heard that Master Shen was back, he asked the little people to invite you over."
Shen Lie was speechless and could only say humbly: "Guys, please come in for a moment. Shen... will go change his clothes first."
Several Dongchang fans also said humbly: "Master Shen, you don't have to be polite, I'll just wait outside the door."
The attitude of these Dongchang people towards Shen Lie became more and more respectful.
Shen Lie had no choice but to give up.
He hurried back to the inner house, not wanting to disturb Yun'er. Xuan'er, the two women who were still sleeping soundly, quickly took out a robe and put it on.
After washing his face and hands, he took out his old horse from the stable.
Arrived outside the door.
Shen Lie got on his horse and said warmly: "Let's go."
So under the guidance of several fans, Shen Lie was summoned to quietly walk into Xiyuan at dawn.
He got off his horse in Xiyuan and was searched.
Shen Lie casually said hello to a familiar Dongchang stall owner while looking at several yards that were under renovation.
It seems that among Xiyuan's guards, there are more and more people from Dongchang.
Shen Lie was secretly surprised. Looking at the newly renovated courtyards and the eunuchs and maids who were cleaning them early in the morning, he couldn't help but be slightly startled.
He hasn't been here for a few days.
Except for the dazzling dragon bed that was not moved, it seemed that the emperor had really settled in Xiyuan, and the grand master, the queen mother, and the officials of the government and the public did not seem to object.
It seems that after experiencing a big turmoil that almost caused death, all the officials headed by Zhang Juzheng acquiesced to the emperor's willfulness.
As a result of the battle between the emperor and the officials, the emperor actually won and successfully moved into the breezy Xiyuan...
Shen Lie couldn't help but touch his head. Is the Grand Master too weak?
How rare!
Master Zhang, who had such a hard head, actually knew how to be flexible.
At this moment, Shen Lie was secretly happy and breathed a sigh of relief for no reason. It seemed that the relationship between the Emperor and the Grand Master had improved a lot, and they were no longer as tit-for-tat as they had been in the past.
It was an excellent thing for both the Ming Dynasty and the people, and for Shen Lie.
At this time, not far away, a fat figure wearing a Taoist robe was seen walking towards him. Shen Lie took three steps at a time to meet him, and saluted respectfully.
While he was talking, Zhu Yijun walked over quickly, and as soon as he saw Shen Lie, a look of joy appeared on his slightly fat and childish face.
He walked quickly and supported Shen Lie. Zhu Yijun said displeasedly: "Where have you been these days? You leave as soon as you say you want to, without even saying hello?"
Seeing his eager expression blaming himself and the concern in his words, Shen Lie was speechless for a moment, but he actually felt a trace of warmth.
Maybe this is how it should be between friends.
Not much to say but very sincere.
Shen Lie felt a little moved in his heart and said hurriedly and respectfully: "If you go back to the emperor, I will naturally be busy with business."
Zhu Yijun was relieved and said with great interest: "Have you thought about it? What business do you plan to do with me this time?"
Shen Lie said seriously: "The villain's plan is... to open a restaurant."
Then Zhu Yijun was stunned, and the smile froze on his face.
Then Shen Lie added another sentence: "Open a big restaurant!"
But Zhu Yijun became even more silent.
a long time.
The young emperor looked at Shen Lie intently and said angrily: "No matter how big a restaurant is... isn't it still a restaurant?"
Shen Lie hurriedly shouted: "Your Majesty is wise!"
His behavior made Zhu Yijun speechless again. He couldn't laugh or cry for a moment. Looking at the serious Shen Lie, he couldn't help but feel very surprised.
He wanted to do business with Shen Lie for two reasons. First, he was simply too bored and wanted to find something interesting to do and experience the suffering of the people.
Is this the second time?
Zhu Yijun intends to support Shen Lie so that he can make a fortune under his wings and feel the warmth of the Tian family.
He originally thought that this person felt his kindness and was bathed in the mighty emperor's favor. He would do some reliable big business, such as salt, iron, tea, horses, and bank accounts.
I never expected that this man would not want to make progress and was determined to continue opening his shabby restaurant.
So Zhu Yijun held it in for a long time before he prompted again: "Shen Lie, why don't you think about it some more... There are so many profitable businesses, why don't you do something else?"
At this moment, the young emperor's arrogant expression seems to be saying, I am here to support you. What big business can't be done?
What are you afraid of?
Shen Lie hurriedly pretended to be dumbfounded, rubbed his hands on the side, and said awkwardly: "Returning to the emperor, as the saying goes, a line is like a mountain, and a villain... will only open a restaurant in this life."
Then Shen Lie added another sentence and said seriously: "Food is the most important thing for the people!"
Even the big hat of his ancestors was brought out. Zhu Yijun was speechless again. After being silent for a long time, he said bitterly: "Okay, as you wish!"
What else can be done?
Then Shen Lie showed him a bright smile and said mysteriously: "Your Majesty, your Majesty, this restaurant is not an ordinary restaurant. Your Majesty will know in the future."