Li Mu left with one-third of the craftsmen. Before leaving, he gave Yu Wengui a thousand coins and asked him to be responsible for purchasing and preparing for the construction of the Gongbufang. Yu Wengui was about to meet Li Muxi
Talk about it, but Li Mu didn't give him a chance, so Yu Wengui had no choice but to find Li Daliang, the minister of the Ministry of Industry.
"Sir, don't you think this is nonsense? Just think about it. Let's not talk about the classification of craftsmen for now. Those two principals were called by people from Duke Zhao's house. You also know the situation. The people employed in Duke Zhao's house
, we dare not go? And the matter of building a workshop, he has to build it after taking the money... Is this in compliance with the rules? The most ridiculous thing is that he wants to take the craftsmen to make money, and he is a doctor from the Ministry of Works, do it
How unbecoming it is to hire a contractor!"
When Li Daliang first heard this, he frowned slightly, but after listening to it, especially after looking at the map Yu Wengui took out, where Chongren Square was circled, his brows relaxed again.
Although Li Daliang is an honest man, he must be extraordinary for being able to hold the position of Minister of the Ministry of Industry. Although he has only met Li Mu once, he can also see that Li Mu is an astute person. Such a person,
He would definitely not do anything stupid. When he saw the circle on Chongrenfang, he knew it in his heart. As the minister of the Ministry of Industry, he knew every corner of Chang'an City. He knew the circle on Chongrenfang.
It is a villa given by the emperor to Li Xiaogong, Prince of Hejian County.
Just imagine, who can buy the imperial villa from Li Xiaogong? What kind of identity does this person have, so that he can allow a dignified doctor from the Ministry of Industry to risk impeachment and contract such a project?
Is it just the rich people in Longxi? Li Daliang doesn't believe it. Even if he is the Li family in Longxi, Li Xiaogong will not give him face easily. And even if Li Xiaogong gives him face, Li Mu will not be stupid enough to risk his official fortune for money.
In this way, the matter becomes clear. The reason why Li Mu did not give Zhao Guogong face and took the risk of becoming a 'contractor' must be for a reason that he could not refuse. This reason can only come from the palace, not the emperor.
, it’s the Supreme Emperor! The things Li Mu said cannot be his own attitude, someone must have instructed him to do so. The Supreme Emperor doesn’t ask about things, so it’s unlikely. It’s most likely the emperor’s intention.
But what was the reason for the emperor to do this? Is it a warning to his nobles for serving the public good for personal gain?
Li Daliang was a little unsure, but what he was sure of was that he could not step into this muddy water easily. Otherwise, he would either offend a noble like Changsun Wuji or offend the emperor, and he could not afford to offend either.
With a plan in mind, Li Daliang said slowly: "Yu Wengui, why did you tell me these things?"
Yu Wengui was a little confused and said: "Sir..."
Li Daliang said sternly: "Li Mu is now a doctor in the Ministry of Works and is in charge of all matters of the Ministry of Works. As a member of the Ministry of Works, you should assist him instead of jumping over the rank to complain to the official! Let me ask you, what are the three things Li Mu said?
Is there anything that is beyond his authority? Whether it is assessing the grade of craftsmen, building the workshop, or assigning craftsmen, aren't they all matters within his authority?"
"But this contractor..."
"You still say that!" Li Daliang scolded: "Although I have never done this before, there is no rule that says you cannot do this. Li Mu did this because of his own idea. If there is any problem, it will be asked by the officials.
Responsibility, what do you do? You are just a little sixth-grade worker from the Ministry of Industry. You just have to do your own thing. You shouldn't worry about other things. If you worry too much, be careful about being thrown away by Li Mu like Wang and Qian.
Go to the border and build a city!"
Yes! When Yu Wengui heard this, he understood everything in his heart. It’s no wonder that Li Mu was so straightforward at a young age and didn’t give face to anyone. He dared to believe that there were powerful people behind his lover’s family. Even the minister of the Ministry of Industry did not dare to provoke him.
How can a foreigner who is a member of the Ministry of Industry worry about anything? He should just do whatever he needs to do.
At that moment, Yu Wengui had no more nonsense. He bowed and said goodbye, then went to the West Market to buy something with the money given by Li Mu.
When Li Daliang saw Yu Wengui walking away, he was still making calculations in his mind. Although he always sided with Li Mu when dealing with Yu Wengui, he didn't think so in his heart. As the actual leader of the Ministry of Works, he must get things done.
Clearly. But if you want to find out the current plan, you can only go to the palace and see Li Shimin.
After thinking about it for a long time, Li Daliang took off the official uniform hanging on the wall, put it on, led the thin horse in the stable, said something to his wife, and rushed to the palace city.
On the other side, in Duke Zhao's mansion, Manager Zhang, who was responsible for repairing the yard, also received the news and was furious.
Manager Zhang was an old acquaintance of Li Mu’s. It was Manager Zhang who met Li Mu in Dingxiang that day and wanted to buy the secret recipe for wine making. A few months ago, Changsun Wuji remembered that he was serving the Duke’s government.
After many years, he was getting older, so he was transferred back to Chang'an for retirement. It happened that he had to repair the yard in the mansion, so he handed it over to him. In order to speed up the progress of the construction period, Manager Zhang left a "Precious Sword is Not Old" in front of Changsun Wuji.
'I found the Ministry of Industry, and happened to meet Wang and Qian, the two principals who wanted to have a hand in each other's affairs. The two of them hit it off immediately, and that's how things happened today.
Wang Yuan and Qian Zhen, who were directing the work, heard that they were inexplicably sent to the border to build a city, and immediately stopped working. Wang Yuan shouted: "Who is he? We are just helping the Duke of Zhao."
Mr. Zhao Guogong is the uncle of the country. Even if His Majesty knew about it, I'm afraid he wouldn't say anything. He started to point fingers. No, I want to ask him for an argument!"
Qian Zhen was calmer than him and said: "You are going to argue, what are you arguing about? He is a doctor in the Ministry of Industry, you and I are the directors of the Ministry of Industry, and he is in charge! And if you look into it carefully, it is also your fault and mine, and both of them
We didn’t go even though we were summoned, no matter what, we were unreasonable. For this plan, we still have to ask Uncle Guo to come forward, otherwise I’m afraid you and I will have to go home, pack our luggage, and get ready to set off!”
When Wang Yuan heard this, he quickly grabbed Manager Zhang's arm and said: "Manager Zhang, if something happens now, you can't just ignore it! We are entrusted by you and don't pay a penny to help in vain. We have been working for a month.
, but don’t end up in the end, with no credit for your work, and even your job is ruined, you can’t do this!”
Manager Zhang had a cold face, shook off Wang Yuan's hand, and said: "Don't make a fuss. Since you two are working for the Duke of Zhao, I will not let you suffer. Wait here while I go to see Uncle Guo.
"
After saying that, Manager Zhang left in a hurry. After about a stick of incense, Changsun Wuji and Manager Zhang came out of the study together. Wang Yuan and Qian Zhen watched Changsun Wuji get on the carriage and drive towards the imperial city, and hurriedly
He went up to Manager Zhang and said, "Uncle Guo has entered the palace?"
Manager Zhang snorted coldly and said: "Uncle Guo was furious when he heard about this! That Zhuluhou dared to offend the majesty of my uncle Guo. He will be unlucky today!"
Wang and Qian looked at each other and laughed. They thought that with Changsun Wuji coming forward, everything would be fine. He was just a small county prince, how could he be compared with the uncle of the dynasty? They wanted to deal with him