"How many times do I have to tell you?! I told you to be obedient and study hard, but you have completely embarrassed me!!!" When the envoy sent by Liu Yi rushed to the door of Liu's mansion, he just listened.
When the roar came from the house, the envoy was stunned for a moment, and then he knocked on the door. Immediately, a servant came forward to open the door. The envoy revealed his identity, and the servant went to report again, and then the envoy was invited to enter the house.
As soon as he reached the front yard, he saw the rumored big businessman from Luoyang, Liu Chan.
Liu Chan's figure is quite similar to Liu Yi, and he is also very handsome, but he is smaller than Liu Yi, so he does not look so scary. At this moment, he is sitting on the ground, pointing at a young child in front of him and cursing him.
In appearance, he was not very similar to Liu Chan, but he looked very much like his Yeye, Liu Sikong. The envoy just watched for a moment, and Liu Chan quickly got up and walked to his side with a smile.
"My Excellency Liu Chan, I would like to pay my respects to you!"
"I don't dare, I don't dare. I'm on the right side of the lower middle desk, Prime Minister Qiao Zhou, to pay homage to Liu Jun." The visitor bowed to Liu Chan seriously, "Oh? It turns out that it was Qiao Gong in person. I heard that he rarely read classics and studied the Six Classics intensively.
, I know a lot about astronomy, I have admired you for a long time, and today I am able to meet you! It is really a great blessing for me!!" Liu Chan said in surprise, and his attitude towards Qiao Zhou became more cordial, holding his hand, and
He took him to the study room.
When he passed by, he still glared coldly at the toddler in the front yard and shouted angrily: "You continue to stand here and reflect!"
The two walked into the study. Liu Chan seemed very friendly to him and even asked about some rumors about him. This really surprised Qiao Zhou. He thought that this person was just being polite to him, but he didn't expect that he was really serious.
Qiao Zhou knew a lot about himself, which made Qiao Zhou feel very good about Liu Chan. Liu Chan didn't ask him the reason for coming, and happily chatted with him about his classic knowledge.
Qiao Zhou really didn't expect that this silly boy from the Sikong family was rumored to have such a deep understanding of the classics, which was so different from other people's opinions! Unknowingly, the two of them chatted for more than an hour, enjoying themselves and calling themselves brothers.
, Qiao Zhou just remembered the purpose of his coming. Looking at Liu Chan in front of him, he hesitated for a moment and then said: "To be honest, I came here this time because I was sent by Zhongshu Ling."
"Oh? I'd like to hear the details."
"I heard that His Majesty intends to hold a grand ceremony in Luo County. He wants to invite people from all walks of life to Luo County to hold a grand competition so that everyone in the world can feel the prosperous times. However, the treasury does not have much money. Zhongshu
Ling Bian suggested that several big merchants from the Han Dynasty could take over the ceremony. The big merchants could take care of the catering during the ceremony without causing too much loss... I am here this time.
For this reason."
When Qiao Zhou finished speaking, Liu Chan immediately clapped his hands and shouted: "Okay, great, this is a good thing. The Han Dynasty is so powerful as never before, so the ceremony will naturally be done. Don't worry, Qiao Gong, I will never let Qiao Zhou do it."
If the public is in trouble, I will visit Zhongshu Ling later and inquire about the relevant matters seriously..." Qiao Yiyi was stunned. Originally, Liu Yi wanted him to communicate with Liu Chan. However, although Liu Chan was a merchant, he
The family background is still very strong.
Not to mention his father, but also his wife's family, Sun Quan or Sun Ce, which one is easier to offend?
It is said that Sun Ce may succeed Zhang Liao and become the new commander-in-chief of the Southern Army.
Under such circumstances, Qiao Zhou still didn't want to offend the merchant in front of him too much, so he didn't say anything more. The two chatted and gradually began to talk about history.
He is a master of history who has specialized in the study of history. As a master of history, his biggest hobby is to happily explain to others historical anecdotes that they have never heard of. The same is true for Qiao Zhou.
Liu Chan listened to his words carefully, and Qiao Zhou became more and more enthusiastic.
After sitting like this for a long time, Qiao Zhou was just about to say goodbye and leave. As soon as the two of them walked out of the door, a trace of anger flashed across Liu Chan's face. The front yard was empty. Apparently, the little guy he had just taught him a lesson had escaped.
, Qiao Zhou asked with a smile: "Is that young boy just now Liu Jun's son?"
"Yes, his name is Liu Chen, and he is my most incompetent child!" Liu Chan gritted his teeth and said: "His two brothers are only one or two years apart from him, but he is different. His
Both my brothers are always bullied and crying by him. They are also doing mischief in school. They either bully their classmates or skip school to play. They are also clamoring to become a ranger all day long. I can't discipline this kid no matter what!!"
There was so much hatred in Liu Chan's heart. He even felt that if his father were still here and saw him being so angry with his child, he would probably laugh and scream about the cycle of nature. How could he give birth to such a bad child?
Liu Chan really couldn't understand. When Qiao Zhou heard this, he just said: "Playing is a child's nature. Liu Jun doesn't have to be like this. When he grows up, he will naturally understand..."
The two chatted for a long time, and then Liu Chan sent Qiao Zhou out of the door. He turned around and asked his servants. When he learned that the bastard had returned to his house, Liu Chan didn't say anything more, shook his head and returned to the backyard.
His wife Sun was taking care of the exotic flowers that Liu Chan bought for her from the Western Regions in the courtyard. When she saw Liu Chan walking in, she didn't ask any questions and continued busy with her own business. Liu Chan suddenly asked: "Sun Yi
Have you been in Luo County recently?"
"He's always been there...Have you forgotten? He was serving as a sacrificial wine at the Military Academy...He's always been there."
"Oh...", Liu Chan nodded, and then said, "Please help me invite him over."
"What do you ask him to do?"
"It's not Chen'er! He is becoming more and more disobedient, and I can't bear to beat him. He is becoming more and more unscrupulous. Hasn't he always been afraid of his uncle? Let his uncle come and discipline him properly.
Just him."
When Mrs. Sun heard this, she immediately felt unhappy. She stood up and said, "How can I let my brother take care of our children? If he doesn't obey, why don't you just give him a good beating?"
"I..." Liu Chan raised his head and snorted coldly, without saying anything more, "Forget it, leave him alone, I'm going to Zhongshutai and come back later!" Liu Chan gave an order,
Turning around and leaving the mansion, a servant set up the carriage, and Liu Chan hurried towards the central desk. He originally thought that merchants were the happiest and freest profession, but it turned out that he was wrong.
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As his family property became larger and larger, the number of people plotting against his family property also increased. Fortunately, he allowed the Embroidered Clothes Envoy to place people in Xuxian Tower in the past, which indeed played a protective role, but even if
In this way, he became more and more cautious in his actions. No matter who he faced, he had to be polite and respectful. This was not much better than becoming an official. Even after making so much money, Liu Chan still
You need to deliberately control the size of your mansion and even the number of your followers.
He can't live too luxuriously, otherwise, he will be easily targeted, just like this time.
After learning that this ceremony was the emperor's idea, Liu Chan did not object, because he knew that objections would be useless. Rather than asking for trouble, he might as well agree simply. He would not be able to do a good job in the ceremony and still be able to do it.
After getting the emperor's approval, he would be able to live a more unrestrained life in the future, Liu Chan thought in his heart. He also knew that Qiao Zhou came to discuss important matters of the ceremony with him, but he still chose to see Liu Chan.
Yi.
Because this is a rare opportunity, Liu Yi and he are relatives. In the past, due to the lack of contact between the two, Liu Chan has been unable to go to visit him. This time, the opportunity has come. If he spends some money, he can
Reconnecting with this relative is also a good deal. Now Liu Chan has become a real businessman. In his eyes, everything has become a transaction. To pay, you must
Gain something.
When he arrived at Liu Yi's house, the servants were a little puzzled. They had never seen Liu Chan. However, because Liu Chan claimed to be a relative of Liu Yi, they went to report it anyway. Liu Yi did not put on airs, but instead
He sent someone to greet him. When Liu Chan walked into the study, Liu Yi was reading a book. Liu Chan hurriedly called him brother. Liu Yi was also respectful to him, without the disdain for merchants. After the two met, they exchanged greetings for a long time.
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Liu Chan then talked about his purpose. He said: "I am also a member of your majesty's clan and my brother's brother. Since your brother has any instructions, I will definitely do my best. Just ask me. This ceremony will be specific."
If you need me to prepare those things, I will do it all!" Seeing Liu Chan's positive attitude, Liu Yi was also overjoyed. He thought Liu Chan came to complain, and he had already thought of words to refuse, but now it seems
, Liu Chan is still very sensible.
The brothers chatted enthusiastically about the ceremony. Liu Chan put on a serious face and listened to Liu Yi's request.
On the other side, Qiao Zhou also walked to his mansion. He was still a little tired from running around this day, especially because Liu Yi was in poor health. Many things happened to him, making him miserable.
After getting off the carriage and about to enter the mansion, he saw a man standing at the door of his mansion. The man was carrying a child. Qiao Zhou looked at them seriously, but the man hurried over.
"Mr. Qiao...Long time no see...How are you?"
"Are you...Changping?? Is that you? Hahaha, long time no see, how did you come here?! Come, come into the house with me!" Qiao Zhou suddenly recognized that this person was from his hometown.
The neighbor hurriedly took him into the mansion. Seeing that Qiao Zhou recognized him, the man also breathed a sigh of relief and walked into the mansion. The man also seemed a little restrained, but the child beside him did not show any signs of restraint.
Fearful, looking around curiously.
"Is this your child? Haha, which one is it?"
"This is the third child, named Shou..."
"Shou? Chen Shou? It seems that you hope that he can live a long life and inherit your legacy!"