Emperor Yonglong had already considered this point, and Chai Ke also mentioned this point in his memorial.
Jiubian food and salary is undoubtedly the most important. If the amount of money is not too large, I am afraid that the court can be more stable. If it exceeds the imagination of some people, it may cause disputes.
But based on the amount Feng Ziying mentioned just now, Emperor Yonglong made a rough estimate. I am afraid that the charter fee will be around three million taels of silver. This amount is a bit beyond expectations.
Although the imperial court owes Jiubian a lot of food and salary, but to make up for it all at once, the generals of Jiubian probably don't dare to think so. It would be quite good if they can allocate part of it first and make up the money within two or three years.
This was just a charter fee, and Emperor Yonglong was not sure how much he could borrow from merchants as a pledge of the sea tax revenue, but he estimated that he should have one or two million silver, but it would be impossible to mortgage the sea tax revenue for several years.
I feel unsure.
As Feng Ziying said, this may require an investigation before making an estimate.
The conversation between Emperor Yonglong and Feng Ziying continued until Xu Shi. Emperor Yonglong even sent a banquet for Feng Ziying to enjoy a simple royal meal in the palace, which also made Feng Ziying a little flattered.
At least the people inside were all shocked. Their impression was that it was rare for the emperor to leave the elders and the six ministers for such a long time, and they were even given meals.
The reason why we have been talking about it for so long is also because we need to consider that once the debt financing for sea opening is started, it will need a group of people with prestige, motivation and experience to operate it. At the same time, various unexpected factors will also need to be taken into account.
It should be said that Emperor Yonglong attached great importance to this matter and fully predicted possible problems. This had a lot to do with Emperor Yonglong's cautious style, but it was very necessary in this matter.
Feng Ziying specifically reminded that when it comes to smuggling issues involving Liaodong and the coastal areas of Fujian and Zhejiang, it is necessary to comprehensively balance the interests of all parties and have a good attitude.
This also reminded Emperor Yonglong that if there was no support from the army, he might not only encounter some resistance, but also may even have many problems and troubles after opening the sea, such as cracking down on Japanese pirates and smuggling of maritime merchants. The military generals
Doing things one by one and doing things half-heartedly.
It was already Haishi when Feng Ziying returned home.
It took three hours to enter the palace, which also made everyone in the palace uneasy.
Countless people are also paying attention to Feng Ziying's entry into the palace.
Feng Ziying has already met with the two first and second assistants of the cabinet, as well as Zhang Jingqiu, the Minister of War, and the emperor is the only one left.
Many well-informed people have a rough idea of the mission Feng Ziying will undertake when she returns, but until it is officially revealed, everyone is still standing still, waiting for that moment to arrive.
Feng Ziying knew that she would not be involved openly in the next thing, but she would still be asked by all parties to understand and inquire about it, and she might even be busier than before.
After Emperor Yonglong discussed and understood their attitudes with the two cabinet elders and other important ministers, the formal process of deliberation would begin.
The Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of War will propose strategies and submit them to the cabinet for discussion. Then the cabinet will come up with its opinions and submit them to the emperor. If the emperor approves, it may be directly approved by the emperor. If it feels inappropriate, it may be retained. Another possibility is
If the matter is serious or controversial, it may be brought directly to the court for discussion and discussion by the ministers.
After returning to the mansion, Feng Ziying collapsed on the bed.
You are too tired. In addition to taking great pains to respond to various inquiries from Emperor Yonglong, the key is that you must not lose your etiquette. Sitting stiffly on the brocade stool like that is too uncomfortable.
How can I have such enjoyment as lying on the bed and letting the two sisters Jin Chuan'er and Yu Chuan'er massage me from my shoulders and neck to my waist and legs?
"Tomorrow you have to go to Rongguo Mansion. This afternoon, the second master Lian and the second master Bao both made a special trip to the house and gave the instructions again." Jin Chuan'er's tender yellow beard is matched with the grass green long hair.
Her skirt was rolled up slightly, and she knelt down on Feng Ziying's waist and massaged her back vigorously, while Yu Chuaner knelt down at Feng Ziying's feet and rubbed Feng Ziying's calves carefully.
The nanmu Babu bed is an old thing. It is the work of everyone. It was specially prepared for Feng Ziying at home after he turned fourteen and grew a lot in size.
But if it's winter, Feng Ziying prefers to sleep on the heated kang.
Although these kinds of Babu beds are exquisitely made and gorgeous, they are not as comfortable as the heated kangs with burned ground dragons in winter. However, when mosquitoes and flies multiply in summer and autumn, these Babu beds can be hung with silk curtains to avoid mosquitoes and flies.
It is naturally much more suitable.
"Second Brother Lian and Baoyu are here specially? What did they say?" Feng Ziying was quite surprised. Originally, Jia's Mansion had sent a message a long time ago, and indeed they had made an appointment to go to Jia's Mansion tomorrow, but they just came from the west.
I haven't visited Xian since I came back. I just took some time to socialize.
If Jia Lian and Bao Yu hadn't come this time, he originally wanted to ask Ruixiang to make a trip tomorrow to send a message stating that he would not be free for these two days and would make an appointment at another time, but now it seems that it is really difficult to shirk it.
"Ruixiang didn't say anything. He just said that the first and second masters of the Jia family would be waiting for me in the mansion."
Jin Chuan'er naturally didn't know the details here, but Caixia also came quietly at noon. Although she didn't say anything, the implication was that she hoped to follow the uncle back to Jia's house tomorrow, which made Jin Chuan'er feel a little bit.
Going back to Jia Mansion tomorrow seems to have some unusual meaning.
"Oh? The eldest master and the second master?" Feng Ziying was even more puzzled. It was normal for Jia Zheng to want to see her, but it was a bit unusual for Jia She to want to see her.
"Also, Caixia, the second wife of the Jia family, also came to see the slave at noon. She also talked about my visit to Jia's house tomorrow. She also asked the slave if she wanted to go with me. The slave felt that Caixia came here intentionally to inquire about it.
I’m sure I want to go to Jia Mansion.”
Feng Ziying turned over, and Yu Chuan'er quickly placed the pillow behind Feng Ziying, so that Feng Ziying could lean on the bed comfortably, and she was ready to get out of bed.
However, Feng Ziying grabbed her hand and was startled. She glanced at her sister subconsciously, but Jin Chuaner turned a blind eye.
Feng Ziying pulled Yuchuan'er to her side, and unconsciously rubbed Yuchuan'er's black hair with her hands, but in her heart she was wondering what the Jia family wanted.
It was just an ordinary visit to the government, but now it has become such a big battle, which really makes Feng Ziying a little puzzled.
Maybe something happened to the Jia family again, and I had to wipe their butts for them, but it seemed that I didn't hear any other rumors, especially if Jia She had to come forward.
"Jinchuan'er, what's going on at the Jia Mansion during this time?"
"It's not a big deal. Mr. Bao's studies are still the same. It's just that Mr. Huan is very active in his studies now, but his temper is also much louder. After arguing with Mr. Bao several times and being punished twice by the second wife, Aunt Zhao
I ran to the master to make a fuss, and was punished by my ancestor again..."
"That's all?" Feng Ziying shook her head.
It seems that Jia Huan is really ready to study? But this little temper may also be a problem.
This guy has a bit of an extreme personality, and if Mrs. Wang deliberately suppresses the crowd, something might happen. However, I don’t have the energy to ask about this matter. If I encounter it, I can remind him and make a good relationship.
edge.
"Also, there are relatives from Grandma You's family in Ningguo Mansion. However, it seems that the relatives who came here did not enter the mansion, but lived outside the mansion. It is said that those relatives all look a little different..."
"Oh?" Feng Ziying was a little surprised, but after calculation, it was almost the same. It was a few days later than her return to Beijing, which was quite fast, but it seemed that Third Sister You didn't come to her house to say hello.
"There is also a letter from Miss Lin's father saying that she is not in good health..." As soon as Jin Chuaner said these words, Feng Ziying was immediately excited and sat up straight: "What about Miss Lin?"
Jin Chuan'er was puzzled, "Miss Lin is still in the house. She only said that his father was not in good health and didn't say anything else..."
Feng Ziying breathed a sigh of relief. He thought that the wheel of history would continue to roll over and be unstoppable. Now it seems that Lin Ruhai is not seriously ill, let alone dead.
But after some calculation, it seems that Lin Ruhai passed away this year. Could it be said that he really changed history?
Feng Ziying was a little unsure. After thinking for a while, she asked again: "How did you know about the situation mentioned in the letter from Miss Lin's father?"
"It's Zijuan who said it." Jin Chuan'er felt a chill in her heart. It seemed that this Miss Lin might be more likely to become the mistress of the Feng family.
However, Xiangling said that Miss Bao and the uncle also had an agreement, so what should they do?
Could it be that the uncle really wants to marry two wives and let Miss Bao and Miss Lin become sisters-in-law?
Jin Chuan'er thought a little too far. If it were true that he had two bedrooms, a personal maid like herself would naturally have to follow the uncle, but after all, she would have to go with one bedroom.
Xiangling has a very good relationship with Miss Bao, and there is a Ying'er there who is not inferior to Xiangling. Although Miss Lin is very proud of Zijuan, there is only one after all, but Miss Lin's temperament is not comparable.
Miss Bao is modest and gentle, but if she follows Miss Lin, I'm afraid she will also suffer some hardships.
For a while, Jin Chuan'er was also worried about gains and losses.
Hearing what Zicuckoo said, Feng Ziying felt a little calmer. She would look for a chance to see Lin Yatou tomorrow. At the worst, she would call Zicuckoo to ask. It would be bad if she didn't delay.
But he still had a hunch that there were some things he couldn't change.
Historical inertia is greater than imagined. Just like Xue Jun, he thought he had avoided it, but he never thought it would happen again. Therefore, he must be mentally prepared in advance so that if something does happen, he can respond in time.
