Eight hundred and eighty-fourth chapter Xia Hongji
One of the attendants was horrified when he saw the post. This was the imperial envoy. He actually sent a post to Mr. Li. How strange and strange it was!
The Li family's young master's family is also wondering! Their Li family's ancestor was a medium-sized businessman. By his generation, due to the suppression of the Xia family, it has declined a lot compared to before, and it is not even ranked in the Hangtian Mansion.
No., how did this post get here?
"Master! During this time, the victims outside the city have no food. Could it be that the Imperial Envoy has an idea to target our Li family?"
The young master's family was suddenly shocked when he was reminded by his entourage.
"You go out and ask around to see who else has received the post. I'm going to find my father and discuss it with him."
The young master shook his head and then gave instructions.
Two days passed by in a flash, and today the backyard of Hangtianfu Yamen was very lively, and a golden autumn chrysanthemum appreciation party was actually held.
Guests gathered in front of the courtyard. Although it was not crowded in the past, it has never been so lively.
Xia Hongji rode a carriage to the corner gate of the backyard of the government office. Then he opened the curtain and took a look. He didn't expect it but was shocked by the grand scene in front of him.
He gritted his teeth and the veins on his forehead twitched. He had been tricked by Gu Chengyu.
The original post said that he wanted to invite him to spend the golden autumn together, but he took it for granted that he only invited them, the Xia family. Moreover, he had been worried about the hoarding of rice recently and did not stay in the house for too long.
Because of his inexplicable self-confidence, Xia Hongji didn't let anyone inquire. So he was caught off guard by this scene today.
Gu Chengyu was sitting at the top of the flower hall. He was wearing a lavender round-neck silk robe, which made his figure look elegant against the wind.
Wearing a hair crown inlaid with red gold and pearls, the most conspicuous east pearl on it is as big as the nail of the index finger. The pearls inlaid on it are round and shiny, making it look very noble.
At this time, Gu Chengyu was chatting and laughing with several wealthy businessmen around him. Hu Maoshen, Yang Chaoying and other officials were present during the banquet. The grand scene made all the businessmen present feel a sudden shock.
Li Yuhuan, the young boss of the Li family, has arrived a long time ago. The Li family now only has the name of a trading company. In fact, there are only two rice shops, three silk and satin shops, and a wine shop under its name. This is very important to the wealthy businessmen present.
That said, it can only be regarded as the lowest level.
My father has analyzed that because Jiangnan is rich and prosperous, there are many wealthy businessmen. There is only one mansion, Hangtianfu. After a rough calculation, there are no less than ten people.
They are all very famous, their business has spread to other state capitals, and their family is extremely rich. The other names are not very famous, so there is no need to mention them again.
Therefore, the Li family did not count among them, and they only came to serve as a foil. So Li Yuhuan came with peace of mind, and sat in a corner of the room early.
As a small Li's Trading Company, naturally they would not dare to be late. Looking at it, only the Xia's had such confidence.
The Li family has no one to support them, but they have a good relationship with their predecessor, Mr. Tongzhi. When that person was transferred away two years ago, the life of the Li family becomes even more difficult.
In addition, my father had always been in good health, but he suddenly suffered a stroke six months ago and is still lying in bed with paralysis. He hurriedly took over the family stall and was exhausted both physically and mentally. The situation of Li's Trading Company was even worse.
It’s not that I haven’t thought about becoming the prefect, but no one has recommended me, and I haven’t been able to find the opportunity. I submitted several invitations before, but all received no news. The Li family has gradually become cold-hearted and no longer bothers with this matter.
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Today, he came with his father's expectations. It would be great if he could show his face in front of the prefect and build connections.
As for the imperial envoys, he didn't even dare to think about it. Both imperial envoys had high official positions, but what was the status of the imperial envoys?
I heard that they are all famous people in front of the emperor. How can small businessmen like them reach such high places?
Besides, after the disaster relief is over, the imperial envoy will have to return to the capital, so they have no hope, so it is more practical to approach the prefect.
Looking at the young and handsome boy above him, he couldn't help but feel a little silent. He was a favorite, but it was a pity that he was always unnamed in the first two games, and he still hasn't gained any fame.
Later, the father of the family became ill. As the legitimate son, he naturally had to take over the burden of the family. If he had been concentrating, would he have been able to enter the officialdom in the future and be as prosperous as this one?
Gu Chengyu glanced at the people present and counted their heads. Except for Xia Hongji of the Xia family and the shopkeeper Zhan of Juxianglou, everyone else had arrived.
Just as Gu Chengyu was thinking that Xia Hongji was quite good at handling Qiao, a song came from the other side, indicating that another distinguished guest had arrived.
"Master Xia of Xia Mansion is here!"
When Gu Chengyu heard that Xia Hongji was here, the warm smile on his face became even brighter at the moment, "Oh! The big customer is here."
After singing this song, the room suddenly became silent. After a while, it became even noisier than before.
The wealthy businessmen all stood up and paid attention to the door, with smiles on their faces, waiting for Xia's arrival.
Gu Cheng raised his eyebrows and looked at each other with Hu Maoshen and others. It seemed that the Xia family's influence in Jiangnan was evident.
Xia Hongji is just a branch of the Xia family, and these merchants behave like this when they see him. It seems that Xia Shoufu's name is not only resounding in the court, but also in Jiangnan and other places.
Yes, he was the chief minister of the dynasty, and many members of the Xia family were officials in the dynasty. These merchants could not afford to offend such a behemoth, regardless of whether they had the support of officials or not.
Xia Hongji was led into the hall by the servant. As soon as he entered the room, he saw the two imperial envoys sitting at the top. He first set his sights on the noble young man.
Because this young man is really eye-catching!
I heard that Gu Shaoqing was handsome, handsome, and beautiful. When I saw him today, he certainly lived up to his reputation. Once you have seen such a romantic person, you will never forget him.
Xia Hongji was stunned for a moment, then laughed loudly and said: "I'm sorry, everyone, there are so many trivial matters at home, I was delayed for a lot of time, I'm late!"
After he finished speaking, he quickly stepped forward, bowed and saluted: "Xia Hongji, a common man, pays homage to all of you! I was delayed by trivial matters just now, so I thank you for your long time. Please forgive me!"
Hu Maoshen nodded and smiled: "Mr.
This person came on time and was indeed not late.
Gu Chengyu's lips curled up slightly and he nodded towards Ming Mo, who winked at the young man outside the door.
Not a moment later, just when Xia Hongji started to greet everyone, someone sang from outside the door again, "The shopkeeper of Juxiang Louzhan is here!"
The expression on Xia Hongji's face froze. Shopkeeper Zhan of Juxianglou? That old man is here too?
He looked around. All the people here were wealthy businessmen. What was he, a restaurant owner, doing here?
Not only Xia Hongji was extremely confused, but even the wealthy businessmen present were stunned for a long time, and then whispers came from the flower hall.