Chapter 213: The Manchu Civil and Military Donations
Chapter 213 The civil and military forces of the Manchu Dynasty donated 100,000 taels? Mr. Wang and I donated 20 million taels! It’s a showdown!
Bactrian Palace.
All officials gathered here.
Waiting for the morning meeting to start as usual.
At this moment.
Basically all the officials are here.
Only the Ministers of the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Rites did not arrive.
These officials had heard more or less about what happened yesterday.
All of a sudden, all the officials couldn't help but talk about this matter.
"The Ministry of Works and the Ministry of Rites, I don't know where the money comes from. Yesterday, the Ministry of Works booked all the restaurants of all sizes in the inner circle of Kyoto, and the Ministry of Rites booked the Jiaofang Division."
"What is this? I heard yesterday that Wenbaozhai was sold out overnight, and the Ministry of Rites lost hundreds of thousands of taels of silver."
"Hundreds of thousands of taels of silver? Is it real or fake?"
"I don't believe it."
"The Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Industry allocate only 500,000 taels of silver each year. How come they suddenly have so much money?"
Everyone was curious, with doubts in their eyes.
In addition to official appropriations, the six departments actually don't have much funding for annual activities, so everyone is poor. Now I see that the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Industry, which were originally Qingshui Yamen, have suddenly become arrogant. It is really shocking.
I have to be suspicious.
"Could it be that you received some money?"
Some people speculate that there may be something unclean in it.
"impossible."
"How can you be unclean if you dare to spend money so blatantly?"
"After thinking about it, Daxia Evernight City should have made some money."
Some officials spoke out, speculating that it was because of the city that never sleeps in Daxia.
"It is indeed the city that never sleeps in Daxia."
At this moment, He Yan's voice sounded, and all the officials couldn't help but look at He Yan.
"I have already asked clearly. Yesterday, the Daxia Department Store sold at least one million shi of grain in terms of dragon rice alone."
"Based on half of the profit, this is also an income of ten million taels of silver. I heard that the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Works got a lot of it, so naturally I was very generous."
When He Yan spoke, his words seemed a little calm.
"Ten million taels of silver were deposited into the account?"
In an instant, the expressions of all the officials changed. They could more or less guess that it might have something to do with Daxia's Sleepless City.
But when I heard ten million taels of silver, I couldn't stand it.
Looking at everyone's performance, He Yan's voice couldn't help but continue to sound.
"What is ten million taels of silver?"
"Using official salt to attract people and then selling river rice is actually nothing. It is within my expectation."
"But don't think that you can get 10 million taels of silver every day. You might as well think about it. Ordinary people can eat only 2 taels of silver and be full for a day."
"If a family buys one stone of rice, it can last for at least three months. In other words, new profits will not be made until three months later."
"Even if we can sell more and better rice from Jiangzhong in the future, the problem is that rice prices will eventually stabilize and cannot remain so high."
"In addition, the city that never sleeps in Daxia employs tens of thousands of workers, and I heard that tens of thousands more have been hired recently. If so, what will be the daily cost in the future?"
"Yang Shangshu and Wang Shangshu are still too young. This first payment of money seems to be a lot, but in fact it is to stabilize the army's morale. This business in Daxia Evernight City will definitely not lose money in the future, but don't expect to make too much.
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“What’s the point of spending a few days of happiness when you have a sum of money?”
"As the old saying goes, it is easy to go from frugality to luxury, but it is difficult to go from luxury to frugality."
When He Yan opened his mouth, he was not optimistic about the city that never sleeps in Daxia. Of course, the main reason was that he was sour.
"this"
"That's not necessarily true. Just relying on the rice from the river, you shouldn't lose money."
"Yes, and if this city that never sleeps in the summer opens to various places, it will be profitable."
"This city that never sleeps in the summer is now extremely well-known throughout Kyoto and has an excellent reputation."
"I heard that the city that never sleeps in Daxia has also opened a zoo of animals. It is said that all kinds of rare and exotic animals will be put in it for the people to watch, in order to collect money."
Some other officials don't quite agree. Although everyone is upset, after all, this city that never sleeps in Daxia is now the hottest thing in Kyoto, and basically everyone knows about it.
So belittling is belittling, but there is something wrong with forcibly belittling.
But at this moment, a voice sounded, attracting everyone's attention.
"What Master He said is true."
"How much land does the Great Xia Nightless City consume? If Marquis Tianming had not contributed to the Great Xia Dynasty, I am afraid that if anyone else wanted this piece of land, they would not be able to get it."
"Furthermore, only Marquis Tianming in the entire Great Xia Dynasty could lower the price of official salt."
The sound rang out, attracting the attention of many people.
This is Chang Yuntian. When he said these words at this time, it sounded strange for no reason.
He Yan just said a few words because He Yan is the Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs and has unique insights. What qualifications do you, a newly promoted imperial censor, have to comment on the Marquis of Tianming?
Not only this, but another point is that Chang Yuntian was recommended by King Qin.
The King of Qin had a very good relationship with Gu Jinnian. Although he did not criticize Gu Jinnian, he still made some bad remarks, which was a bit strange.
Hearing Chang Yuntian speak, He Yan couldn't help but glance at it, then nodded.
"Indeed, someone just said that this business can be opened in other places, but you have overlooked one point, that is land, in Kyoto, every inch of land is precious."
"To put it bluntly, you don't need to do anything. Just selling land in Kyoto costs more than 10 million taels of silver, right?"
When He Yan spoke, he agreed with Chang Yuntian's words.
"What your Excellency said is absolutely true." Chang Yuntian smiled slightly and agreed.
It was at this time.
Suddenly, two voices sounded.
"Master Yang, the Minister of Rites, has arrived."
"The Minister of Industry, Mr. Wang, has arrived."
Hearing this voice, Baiguan fell silent and looked over.
It's nothing to come here in a sedan. It's reasonable for the minister to have such an arrangement.
But the most important thing is that the two people stepped down from the sedan, followed by some entourage, holding a crystal bowl in their hands, which contained goat's milk and bird's nest, which was still warm.
"Oh, this goat's milk bird's nest is really a masterpiece, and the chef at Yufangzhai is really good."
Yang Kai spoke up, took a sip of bird's nest, and commented happily.
"Yes, yes. The main reason is that the price is close to the people. It only costs fifty taels per bowl. If you eat two bowls a day, it only costs one hundred taels. Later, I will ask the people from Yufangzhai to give me a person from the Ministry of Works.
Have a bowl."
"Every day you work hard, you must nourish yourself."
Wang Qixin said with a smile.
The conversation between the two silenced everyone present.
"Isn't it great to be rich?"
"You still eat bird's nests. Is it useful to eat this at such an old age?"
"It's really ridiculous. Who can eat this bird's nest? It's ridiculous for women to eat such things."
"That's it, just having two bad guys is a big deal?"
"You can't be rich for more than three generations. At this rate of spending money, not to mention that Daxia Evernight City won't be able to make money in the future. Even if it does make money, it will be ruined by them."
"Even if you give me something to eat, I won't eat it, and I don't know what to show off."
The officials murmured.
After all, the other party is the minister. Although they can't stand it, they don't dare to abuse him too directly.
"Hey, everyone is here too."
"Just in time, this stuff is so delicious. One bowl per person. Come and drink. Come and drink."
After getting out of the sedan chair, Yang Kai couldn't help but speak. Seeing everyone like this, he couldn't help but speak.
At that moment, the followers behind him took out goat's milk bird's nests from the basket.
Now the attitude of the officials changed.
"Master Yang, you are really polite."
"Is there such a good thing?"
"Being happy alone is not as good as being happy together. It seems that Mr. Yang has realized the highest point of Confucianism and Taoism."
"Master Yang, is it really one bowl per person?"
When they heard that one person had a bowl, all the officials were excited, not that they really valued the fifty taels of silver.
The main thing is, who doesn’t like something given for free?
In particular, a bowl worth fifty taels is considered a luxury item.
All the officials gathered together and left, not taking advantage of the bastard.
Then each of Yang Kai's followers distributed a goat's milk bird's nest.
"Humph, I don't eat food that comes from scratch."
Someone muttered in a low voice, but they still couldn't understand it.
"Sir, why are you so stubborn? What can you do if you don't eat something? It doesn't cost money anyway."
"Yes, sir, take a bite."
Someone next to me brought a goat's milk bird's nest, and I sucked it straight away, eating it very happily.
As soon as this was said, some officials who were a little resistant thought about it and walked over.
"Master Yang, you are so generous."
They spoke with a smile and stepped forward to shout.
After receiving the goat's milk and bird's nest, everyone spoke more politely than before.
"Don't tell me, this stuff is really delicious."
"Yes, if I could drink this stuff every day, I could live to be two hundred years old."
"Produced by Yufangzhai, it really deserves its reputation."
The officials spoke and smiled.
"Master He, Master He, I got you a bowl."
At this time, the left servant of the household department came over, bringing a bowl of goat's milk and bird's nest, and looked at He Yan with a smile.
Hearing this, He Yan couldn't help but snorted coldly.
"don't want."
He Yan opened his mouth.
When Zuo Shilang heard this, he couldn't help but look embarrassed.
"Master He, it's actually not necessary. If you don't drink the free gift, wouldn't it be a waste?"
"And this goat's milk bird's nest is really delicious. If you don't believe me, let me drink it and show it to the adults."
After Zuo Shilang said this, he took a sip directly. His mouth was full of milky flavor, which made him very happy.
"A bowl of bird's nest is nothing."
"Look at you like this."
Seeing his men like this, He Yan was indeed a little angry.
"No, sir, this free thing tastes really delicious. If you don't believe it, just take a bite."
The latter opened his mouth, hoping that He Yan would take a bite.
Seeing the other party like this, why not say a word?
"My lord, if you don't eat, will your subordinates eat it for you?"
The other party made a sound.
Upon hearing this, He Yan glanced at the officials again, and they all drank the goat's milk and bird's nests, and couldn't help coughing.
"Does it really taste that good?"
"I will not eat the food that comes to me."
Even if He Yan speaks out, he still has some backbone.
declare.
Hundreds of officials entered the court.
At this moment, the eunuch's voice sounded.
At that moment, the officials put the bird's nest bowl back and walked towards the palace.
"Yuntian."
"You have to remember this matter outside the palace. As a censor, don't forget your duties."
He Yan opened his mouth and kindly reminded Chang Yuntian of some things, because basically all the officials took a bite, except for Chang Yuntian and other censor Yanguan who did not.
That's why he gave a reminder.
The main reason is that I helped Chang Yuntian say a few words before him.
"I understand, sir. Thank you for reminding me."
After hearing He Yan's reminder, Chang Yuntian immediately spoke up and thanked him.
And so.
Hundreds of officials come to court,
The content of the court meeting is always step-by-step.
The first half of the content basically focuses on national affairs, the dynamics of various countries, and the internal problems of the Daxia Dynasty.
To sum up, there are three things.
First, due to the transportation of rice from the river, the three major disaster areas are currently extremely stable, but reconstruction still requires a large amount of silver.
Secondly, the migration work of the five major oases is being carried out in an orderly manner.
The third one is the matter of the Alliance. Although some measures have been taken against various countries, the problem is that these measures have not affected them.
Moreover, the Daxia Dynasty has now obtained the preliminary list of the Alliance.
There are many countries on the list. Regarding this matter, the court's attitude is still to give a strong warning. The specific measures need to be carefully considered. The struggle between countries is definitely not that simple. It is impossible to fight just by saying. It must be
Measure many things.
After the normal court meeting is over.
Finally, He Yan's voice sounded.
"Your Majesty, I have something to report."
As He Yan spoke, all the civil and military eyes of the court couldn't help but focus on He Yan.
"Due to the three major disaster areas, plus the five major oases."
"Therefore, the national treasury is tight, and the allocations currently given to the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Rites will be canceled this year. I ask the two ministries for their forgiveness and your Majesty's approval."
He Yan opened his mouth and spoke lightly.
As soon as this statement came out, the courtiers frowned slightly. They were not stupid, and they obviously knew that this was making things difficult.
This appropriation is quite large, and it is a research and development appropriation. Although it will not stop the department, it will definitely not be easy, at least in the near future.
So when they heard this, the officials didn't know what to say.
I feel sorry for Yang Kai and Wang Qixin, but also feel that they are a bit arrogant. How about provoking the Minister of Household Affairs now?
Aren’t you full and have nothing to do?
The great thing about this is that if the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Works don't agree, he can directly say that the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Works have been spending a lot of money recently.
If you deny it, these recent events are all evidence of guilt.
So you can only hold your breath.
Let's see who feels more uncomfortable.
As for Emperor Yongsheng, it is not wrong for the Ministry of Household Affairs to say such things, just to reduce expenses.
It’s just that the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Industry may not agree.
"Yang Aiqing, Wang Aiqing, what do you two mean?"
Emperor Yongsheng looked at the two of them with some curiosity in his eyes.
"Return to Your Majesty."
"If I can do something for Daxia, I will naturally not refuse. Besides, He Shangshu also wants to stabilize the country. If I can share some of the burden for the court, I will agree."
Yang Kai spoke up and agreed directly without feeling uncomfortable at all.
What's one million taels of silver worth?
Now I still have more than 18 million taels of silver on hand, but I don't know how to spend it.
Do you really think that it is a good thing that you have received more than one million taels of silver? Most of them are used for doing things. If you don't give yourself any money now, you can do less work. This is definitely a hard-earned profit.
Besides, He Yan himself said that the money was used to rebuild the three major disaster areas, not to eat, drink and have fun, so Yang Kai didn't feel bad. Of course, he also knew that He Yan was deliberately looking for trouble.
It's just that after I got rich, my mentality became much more relaxed, and naturally I didn't care about anything anymore.
"Since Mr. Yang is so generous, as the minister of the Ministry of Industry, naturally the veteran cannot do anything arbitrarily."
"Your Majesty, I also agree."
Wang Qixin spoke up and agreed directly. In contrast, their Ministry of Industry still had more than 19 million taels of silver that they had not spent. Now they still have a headache. It is meaningless to stuff themselves with more than one million taels of silver.
The two agreed so happily, which actually surprised Emperor Yongsheng.
I don’t understand why the two of them are there?
Why did you change gender today?
A bit weird.
No, it's not a little weird, is it too weird?
"Since the two dear ladies have such intentions, I will make the decision."
Weirdness is weird, but you still have to agree if you agree. Isn't it a good thing that people don't want money?
"Your Majesty is wise."
"I would also like to thank the two ministers for their understanding of the work of the Household Department."
He Yan opened his mouth, first bowed to Emperor Yongsheng, and then looked at Yang Kai and said this.
He didn't think there was any big change in their attitude, after all, he couldn't tolerate their rejection.
This incident is just a small episode.
But at this moment, Emperor Yongsheng spoke.
"Oh, by the way, silver is needed everywhere in Daxia now. I have asked the inner treasury to reduce my living, food and accommodation. You are the ministers of Daxia, so I hope you can donate some silver.
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"It is better to stabilize the disaster situation as soon as possible and rebuild new homes for these people."
"I will set an example and donate one hundred thousand taels of gold. Dear friends, the more the better."
"Before tonight, Wei Xian, you go to the mansions of all your beloved ministers and tally the donations. Once confirmed, you can announce the entry of hundreds of officials into the palace."
Emperor Yongsheng opened his mouth and informed all officials about the donation.
As soon as he said this, Baiguan looked calm, but there were some disturbances in his heart.
If you are so poor, you still have to donate money. This is not a good thing.
Of course, it’s okay to say this in your heart, but say it openly.
In the entire court, Wang Qixin and Yang Kai were the only two people who had other thoughts.
"Your Majesty is Holy Ming."
They speak out.
Emperor Yongsheng said nothing and waved his hand for them to leave.
With hundreds of officials withdrawing from the court.
He Yan walked at the front, looking a little cheerful, and some officials followed He Yan and walked side by side.
Yang Kai and Wang Qixin walked together, both of them seemed a little worried.
I don't know what I'm thinking about.
But at this moment, He Yan's voice slowly sounded.
"Yang Shangshu, Wang Shangshu, you two ministers must not be angry about the reduction of the household department. After all, the three major disaster areas are the most important. There is nothing we can do about it."
"But if the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Industry really need money, and there is an urgent situation of one hundred thousand dollars, I can allocate some money here. Just come to the Ministry of Accounts to find me at that time, so as not to delay the important matter."
He Yan opened his mouth.
He took the initiative to find the two of them and said these words.
But this is not a nice word, it means something else.
He subconsciously thought that Yang Kai and Wang Qixin were still worried about reducing funding at this moment. Otherwise, why did they look worried after walking out of the hall?
So when he stepped forward and said this, he was actually saying it for everyone to see.
If you want money, come to the Ministry of Finance and beg me.
If you two have a better attitude and admit your mistakes to me, we are all colleagues and can be considered friends over the years, so I will give you some steps to step down.
But don't think that you can be arrogant just because you have some money. Remember that in the court, the Ministry of Household Affairs still manages money.
The purpose of this is to let other officials see it and let everyone know that don't show off just a little money. If anyone in the court wants money, they have to listen to what he says.
But when the two of them heard He Yan speak like this, they just glanced at him, nodded, and left without saying a word.
Seeing the two of them like this, He Yan was stunned, and some other officials were also a little silent.
Soon, when the two of them walked farther away, mutterings couldn't help but come out.
"Hey, you have quite a temper."
"Isn't it just a share of some money? What do you really think of yourself?"
"Are they really not panic at all if the Ministry of Household Affairs doesn't grant funding?"
"Stop talking, I must be feeling very distressed. Didn't you see that after Yang Shangshu and Wang Shangshu walked out of the main hall, they didn't say a word. They looked very worried and obviously unhappy."
"You deserve it. After making some money, you can't find the southeast, northwest, and northwest. Why do you give each person a bowl of bird's nest? Why bother? We have been working together for so many years. Who doesn't know who?"
"Yeah, if you have some money, just show it off. Now it's fine. Are you at a loss?"
Many officials spoke, and they all followed officials from the Ministry of Household Affairs. After all, the Ministry of Household Affairs was too important to them. If the Ministry of Household Affairs did not allocate funds for many things, then there was nothing they could do.
However, at this moment, a voice couldn't help but sound.
"Goat's milk and bird's nests have been delivered again? Sirs, hurry up and get them."
"Good guy, are you really so arrogant?"
"Hiss, Yang Shangshu, you are so generous."
In an instant, the officials surrounding He Yan left one after another and rushed outside the palace to get the goat's milk and bird's nests.
As he was about to go over, the left minister of Hube was suddenly pulled back by He Yan.
"What kind of behavior do you have?"
How can you speak without being angry and intimidating yourself?
After hearing these words, Tobe Zuojiang felt a little sad and depressed, and could only look outside the palace helplessly.
However, the next moment, He Yan said with a serious face.
"Bring me a bowl too."
As soon as he said this, the latter couldn't help but be stunned, and then walked towards the outside of the palace with a smile on his face.
As the other party left, He Yan glanced back and immediately saw Chang Yuntian.
He stopped for a moment.
When Chang Yuntian appeared beside him, He Yan's voice couldn't help but sound.
"Chang Yushi, the Great Xia Kyoto has been in chaos recently."
"Due to the official salt and dragon rice affairs, the people of Kyoto come and go very frequently, which is somewhat inappropriate."
"Furthermore, although the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of Industry have made some money, they still have to pay attention to their image. If they mess around like this, the people will see it and say that I, the Daxia officials, are a piece of cake."
"It's hard for me to say, but Yushitai is easy to talk to. I think you are a good person, and you can be considered upright. You can say a few words."
He Yan spoke, suppressing his voice, and said this to Chang Yuntian.
He didn't care what the origin of Chang Yuntian was. He had to abide by the rules of the officialdom when he entered the officialdom. Changyuntian was the censor and his rank was lower than him, so he could mention some things.
Whether he does it or not is Chang Yuntian's business, but if you mention a few words yourself, you can tell what kind of person Chang Yuntian is.
"Don't worry, sir."
"Of course, there are some things that the Yushitai will not ignore, but after all, they involve the Marquis. The lower official respects the Marquis very much, and the great scholars in the Yushitai also respect the Marquis very much, so there are some things that cannot be messed up.
explain."
Chang Yuntian looked a little respectful and spoke.
It has been half a month since he came to the Daxia Dynasty. He did not come to the Daxia Dynasty in a very high-profile manner, he just asked King Qin to recommend him.
Then I chose Yushitai and did not do anything earth-shattering.
On the contrary, he was extremely low-key. If he hadn't added a word or two today, I'm afraid he wouldn't have interacted with He Yan.
Chang Yuntian's idea is very simple. He needs to make meritorious service in the court. Only by doing something can he have the right to speak. Otherwise, it will be useless just relying on the recommendation of King Qin.
He wants to establish his own power and target Gu Jinnian internally. Of course, this will take some time.
And his first target was He Yan, the Minister of Household Affairs.
"Well, I believe you are a smart person."
"Tomorrow at the meeting, you can just speak directly. If what you say is right, I will also say a few words for you."
He Yan praised a few things, but also hinted at something.
"Your Excellency, you are exaggerating."
"This official will do his job, please rest assured."
"By the way, sir, in fact, I have also done some research on the Ministry of Household Affairs. I recently wrote a policy paper involving Daxia Baobao. If you don't mind it, I can go to your residence in a few days and dedicate this policy paper to you.
I hope you can give me some advice?"
Chang Yuntian opened his mouth and mentioned another thing.
"Da Xia Bao Chao?"
"Let me see it later. If it is a good idea, I will consider adopting it."
He Yan nodded, but didn't say much. He just had a slight affection for Chang Yuntian, but it didn't mean that he recognized Chang Yuntian and regarded Chang Yuntian as his own.
Just saying a few words is enough. It is impossible to keep talking. It is not yet confirmed whether this person is one of my own.
"Thank you, sir."
Chang Yuntian spoke. After saying this, he consciously slowed down and let He Yan walk forward.
After leaving the palace.
The left servant brought the goat's milk and bird's nest, and He Yan took it. After taking a sip, he couldn't help but let out a long breath.
"Sure enough, free food is still delicious in this world."
He Yan smiled.
"really."
"But Mr. He, how much money did Mr. Yang and Mr. Wang make? How dare they spend it like this?"
"You don't mean anything else. If you really get too many hands, should our Ministry of Revenue also get involved in Daxia's Sleepless City?"
The left servant of the household department opened his mouth and looked at He Yan and asked.
"I estimate that five hundred thousand taels is about the same, and it will not exceed this number."
"If it exceeds 500,000 taels of silver, how can the two of them look miserable?"
He Yan spoke calmly, looking extremely confident.
"Five hundred thousand taels? Isn't that too little? How dare you spend five hundred thousand taels like this? Sir, all the things in Wenbaozhai have been taken away by the Ministry of Rites. The total amount exceeds five hundred thousand taels."
Zuo Shilang thought it was a little impossible. After all, if it was five hundred thousand taels, it would be impossible to spend money like this.
"wrong."
He Yan shook his head and then spoke.
"These days, the poorer people are, the more they like to show off. How many years have I been in this position? How many businessmen have I been in contact with? For some businessmen, the bigger their ostentation, the more money they spend. It's like going to a flower shop and spending a day.
One hundred thousand taels of silver just to win the oiran's smile."
"Do you think this guy is rich?"
"Most people think that he is rich, but in fact? His family only has two or three hundred thousand taels of silver, and he did it on impulse."
"This is obviously a trap. Daxia Evernight City will make some profits, but it won't be much."
"And more money will be needed later. Yang Kai and Wang Qixin just want to show their financial strength and make others curious and invest money."
"If nothing else, just watch it now."
"Tonight, Wang Qixin and Yang Kai will definitely come to my house to apologize to me and admit their mistakes."
He Yan is full of confidence.
"Then I will go to your residence today to avoid anything happening. Your Majesty needs my subordinates."
The latter understood the look and immediately asked for help.
"good."
He Yan nodded.
In this way, the two left together.
And at the same time.
Wang Qixin and Yang Kai, who had already walked out of the palace, were also discussing something.
That is the donation your Majesty just mentioned.
"Wang Shangshu, your Majesty mentioned the donation in the court today. How much do you plan to donate?"
Yang Kai spoke out.
Asked Wang Qixin.
"How much does Yang Shangshu plan to donate?"
Wang Qixin spoke up, also a little curious.
"This division of accounts is a huge amount, and I am indeed happy. If there is no natural disaster in Great Xia, I actually plan to use the extra silver to establish a private school in the county, so that some poor people can study."
"If the three major disaster areas remain undecided this time, it will always be a heartache for me, Daxia, so I plan to donate 10 million taels of silver, which can be regarded as a contribution."
Yang Kai spoke up.
What he said is true. The reason why the Ministry of Rites asks for money every year is actually to build academies and provide salaries to some masters, so that more people can study.
As for really saying that you enjoy yourself, it doesn't make much sense. Most of the officials who reach this level are actually serving the country, especially in the current environment and stage.
If you are really selfish, it will be difficult to reach this position.
There must be some selfishness for future generations, but the main thing is to serve the country and the people.
Yang Kai is a great scholar. If he doesn't even have this kind of moral character, wouldn't it be a joke?
"Master Yang is really caring for the people. Since Master Yang speaks like this, I can't spare any money. I will also contribute 10 million taels of silver to contribute to Daxia's early efforts to quell the disaster area."
When Wang Qixin opened his mouth, he couldn't help but admire Yang Kai's character. At the same time, he was also heroic and took out ten million taels of silver.
They can also feel that they have spent money in the past two days. There is too much money all of a sudden, and there is nothing to spend it on. It is better to spend the money on useful places.
It can be considered as doing something good.
Besides, this Great Xia Evernight City is not a one-time transaction, and the money you will earn in the future will only increase.
There is nothing to worry about.
It's enough to provide some benefits to the officials of the Ministry of Industry. Is it possible that they really eat delicacies from all over the world?
This is completely unreasonable.
"Master Wang also has a heart for the people."
"In that case, I won't say anything more."
Yang Kai nodded and praised Wang Qixin.
"However, what I said today is really a bit specific."
Wang Qixin opened his mouth and after confirming the amount of the donation, he couldn't help but mention what He Yan did today.
Hearing this, Yang Kai couldn't help but snorted coldly.
"He Yan is always a little arrogant when he is in charge of the treasury. He has been angry with him over the years."
"When Eunuch Wei Xian learns about my donation tonight, I'm afraid he will know about the money-making business in Evernight City in Daxia."
"At that time, He Yanyou had enough to beg the two of us."
"If we go to my house today, the two of us can let out a bad breath."
Yang Kai spoke up and said this.
"good."
Wang Qixin couldn't help but laugh when he heard that He Yan could be embarrassed. The two of them were really angry with He Yan a lot when they were in the court.
Now that I can take revenge, why go back? It is naturally a good thing.
In this way, Wang Qixin followed Yang Kai.
Haishi.
The night is getting dark.
On the streets of Kyoto, Wei Xian led some palace maids and eunuchs to go door to door looking for courtiers and officials to record donations of money.
But asking people to donate money is not a good job, on the contrary, it is a hard job.
At the very least, Wei Xian didn't get any good looks, especially when he knocked on the door outside, and the other party pulled him in directly and let Wei Xian take a look inside without saying a word.
I have to say that Daxia officials are really incorruptible. Rather than saying they are incorruptible, it is better to say they are really poor.
Therefore, the amount of donation is usually a few hundred taels of silver. That is to say, high-ranking officials are better off donating five hundred taels or one thousand taels. As for the princes, princes, and some relatives of the emperor, their donations are decent.
You can get more or less three to five thousand taels.
He had only been running for two hours, but so far, the donation amount on the bill had not exceeded 100,000, which made him very depressed.
When you return home, Your Majesty will definitely be furious because of this matter.
But there is nothing we can do. It is not a mandatory donation. People can donate as much or as little as they wish.
in this way.
Finally, Wei Xian arrived at Yang Mansion.
Wei Xian had also heard a bit about what the Ministry of Rites had been doing in the past two days, but the specific situation was still under investigation.
However, considering how proud the Rites Department has been these past two days, the donation should not be too small.
So Wei Xian calmed down his emotions and asked the servants of the Yang family to pass the message with a smile.
After a while, a servant came respectfully and invited him in.
Wait until you enter the Yang Mansion.
Yang Kai and Wang Qixin have been waiting in the hall for a long time.
"Eunuch Wei Xian, you are really tired."
"I've met Mr. Wei Xian."
When the two spoke, they were naturally polite to the people around the emperor.
"It's hard work for the two ministers. The Za family came to visit late at night. Please don't be angry."
Wei Xian spoke respectfully, showing his courtesy.
"What are you talking about, Eunuch Wei? How can I be angry when I work for the court and raise donations for the people?"
Yang Kai smiled, full of gentleness.
"Your Majesty will be pleased to know that your Majesty has this intention. However, it is getting late, so the Za family will not engage in small talk. It just so happens that both adults are here to donate money to the disaster area."
"How much is the amount for two adults? After the Zajia family has recorded it, they will go to the next family."
Wei Xian said, it was indeed late at this time, and he had many things to do, so he stopped talking.
Hearing this, Yang Kai clapped his hands and then spoke slowly.
"The country is in crisis. As a minister, I cannot ignore it. My ability is limited, so just donate ten million taels of silver."
Yang Kai spoke up and said extremely seriously.
"One thousand taels of silver?"
"Sir, isn't this a little too little?"
When Wei Xian heard this, he looked at Yang Kai with a somewhat mocking smile. After all, the donation of one thousand taels of silver by the dignified Minister of Rites was indeed a bit small.
"No no no."
"It's not one thousand taels, it's ten million taels."
Yang Kai explained immediately.
But Wei Xian nodded.
"Oh, ten million taels."
"Master Yang, what?"
"Ten million taels?"
"Master Yang, what does this mean?"
Wei Xian was stunned for a moment, and he finally realized that it was not one thousand taels, nor ten thousand taels, but ten million taels.
???
hiss.
He has visited hundreds of houses so far, and the total donation amount is only one hundred thousand taels, maybe not yet.
You, Yang Kai, said you would donate 10 million taels?
Are you bluffing me?
"Well, ten million taels."
Yang Kai nodded, with a smile in his eyes.
"Eunuch Wei, I also donated ten million taels, which can be regarded as making some contribution to the people in the disaster area as soon as possible."
At this moment, Wang Qixin's voice continued to sound.
Wei Xian was stunned on the spot.
Including the palace maids and eunuchs who came with them.
Each of them froze on the spot.
I always feel like I heard it wrong.
Ten million taels of silver?
"Mr. Yang, please don't talk nonsense about donating money."
"Ten million taels? This is no joke."
When Wei Xian spoke, his words were a little trembling. He subconsciously felt that the two of them were playing tricks on him.
Don't talk about the two of them.
Can the entire Ministry of Household Affairs and the entire Ministry of Rites afford ten million taels of silver?
No, it adds up to twenty million taels of silver.
However, at this moment, the servant outside the door came in and brought a big box.
"Eunuch Wei, how can I joke about this kind of thing? You can see for yourself."
He spoke out, and after saying this, he pointed to the box on the ground.
At that moment, everyone looked over. The thick stack of banknotes in the box made Wei Xian freeze on the spot.
Half an hour later.
Under Yang Kai's shout, Wei Xian came back to his senses.
"Master Yang, Master Wang, how did you get this money?"
"Did you loot the treasury?"
Wei Xian swallowed, he really couldn't imagine how Yang Kai and Wang Qixin got so much money.
I couldn't help but ask the two of them if they had looted the treasury.
"Eunuch Wei."
"Stop thinking nonsense, this is the account of Daxia Evernight City."
Wang Qixin opened his mouth, then took Wei Xian and told Wei Xian about the affairs of Daxia Evernight City.
"impossible."
"Sir, although the Zajia family doesn't know how much money Daxia Evernight City has made, the amount of rice sold in the river is up to two million shi. There is a profit, but it's impossible for the two adults to share half of the profit, right?"
"Furthermore, the amount of money that the two adults have added is not two for each person?"
Wei Xian spoke up, thinking that it definitely had nothing to do with Daxia's Sleepless City.
Hearing this, the two of them were a little surprised. Wei Xian actually knew these things very well. The royal family's intelligence capabilities were really amazing.
Fortunately, these land deed sales matters are strictly controlled by Gu Jinnian, so they are not known to him for the time being.
But if you think about it carefully, it's only a matter of time before you know it.
Simply, Yang Kai spoke up.
Informed Wei Xian about the shop.
After he finished speaking, Wei Xian was stunned.
"A shop selling ten million taels of silver?"
Wei Xian was dumbfounded.
No matter how much he thought about it, he never imagined that Daxia Evernight City would be so profitable?
Isn’t this too scary?
"Well, if Eunuch Wei doesn't believe it, just ask someone to check it out."
"These things cannot be faked."
"Furthermore, if it is really money of unknown origin, do I dare to use it? How dare I donate it? Aren't you afraid that your Majesty will convict you of it?"
Yang Kai spoke up, and these words completely dispelled all Wei Xian's doubts.
Yes.
If there is really something wrong with the money and you really don’t dare to take it out, what’s the point of taking it out blatantly?
Looking for death?
Or do you think your life is too comfortable and you have to find some excitement?
And Wei Xian also thought of another thing, that is, why did the prince refuse to withdraw his money?
Now everything is understood, explained, and figured out.
He really thought that the prince had changed his gender, but he didn't expect that to be the case.
"The Zajia understand."
"You two adults are really generous. The Zajia family will definitely tell His Majesty about this."
After figuring it out, Wei Xian was extremely excited. He wished he could rush to the palace now and tell Emperor Yongsheng about this.
But Yang Kai saw through his intentions and immediately patted Wei Xian on the shoulder.
"Eunuch Wei, let's collect the donation first and then talk about it."
"By the way, I can also tell them the amount of money they donated to inspire everyone to donate more."
"This is also what the Marquis meant."
Yang Kai spoke up and said something.
"Okay, Zajia understands."
"Please don't worry, sir."
Although he didn't know what Yang Kai meant, since Gu Jinnian was involved, he didn't dare to mess around. He went to finish the donation of money first and spread the word about it.
Obviously the Marquis needs more people to know how profitable Daxia Evernight City is.
In this way, Wei Xian left, taking the banknote box with him.
After leaving, Wei Xian took a deep breath and continued to collect donations from door to door.
But during the next fundraiser, the mood changed.
When knocking on the door, the officials were a little helpless, some pretended to be poor, and some cried miserably, but Wei Xian could always reveal the amount of silver donations from Yang Kai and Wang Qixin at just the right time.
Then each of these officials was more shocked than the other.
There are some who don't believe it, and some who refuse to believe it even to the death. There are also some who still don't believe it even when the banknote is placed in front of them.
Wei Xian was patient and informed these officials about the store.
In an instant.
These officials believed it.
To be more precise, I believed half of it, which was at least better than not believing at all before.
Then the facts turned out to be as Yang Kai said, everyone did indeed donate more. Those who donated a few hundred taels were no longer seen, at least they started with a thousand taels.
But after donating the money, these courtiers ran out of their homes one by one and rushed to the Yang Mansion.
About less than half an hour.
Outside Yang Mansion.
The hurried figure of the domestic servant appeared.
"Sir, the Minister of the Ministry of War would like to see you."
"Sir, the Minister of Punishment would like to see you."
"Sir, I would like to see you from the Ministry of Civil Affairs."
"Sir, Duke Xu is here to visit."
Voices sounded one after another, and in the lobby, Yang Kai and Wang Qixin looked at each other and smiled.
"Invite them in."
Yang Kai was very direct and let everyone in.
Not long after, familiar figures walked in quickly. As soon as they entered the lobby, Zhao Yiyang, the Minister of War, couldn't hold it any longer.
"Master Yang, Master Wang, Eunuch Wei Xian just said that you have earned ten million taels of silver."
Zhao Yiyang opened his mouth and asked Yang Kai straight to the point.
As soon as he said this, the other people who came together looked at Yang Kai curiously.
"No."
Yang Kai shook his head, and for a moment everyone breathed a sigh of relief, inexplicably feeling much better.
But then, Yang Kai's voice sounded again, causing them to fall silent.
"It's twenty million taels."
The voice fell.
Everyone froze on the spot.
"I also made twenty million taels."
Wang Qixin continued to speak.
In an instant, the breathing stopped.
To be honest, they are all colleagues. They are not very happy to know that their colleagues have lost money, and they are even more unhappy to know that their colleagues have made money.
Twenty million taels?
What kind of concept is this?
I lost it.
And at the same time.
In the Ho Mansion.
He Yan and the left minister of the household department were sitting in the courtyard playing chess.
He glanced at the sky.
The voice of Zuo Shilang could not help but sound.
"Master Shangshu, it's so late today, why haven't Master Yang and Master Wang come yet?"
He spoke, somewhat curiously.
"Ah."
"Don't worry, I'm afraid they are now discussing what to say and what wording to use when they meet me later."
"I even guessed that the two of them were simulating how to talk to me."
"Don't say anything to make me unhappy."
He Yan opened his mouth and smiled slightly.
When the latter heard this, he suddenly understood, and then smiled and said: "Sir Shangshu is still smart. Think about it, you must be more cautious when asking for help, and you need to think carefully about your words."
"Oh, if I had known this, why did I do it in the first place?"
The latter spoke and flattered him.
But at this moment, the figure of the servant came over.
"Sir, Eunuch Wei Xian would like to see you."
As the sound falls.
He Yan paused, then said: "Please."
Not long after.
Wei Xian walked into the house, the smile on his face couldn't be more different, it could be said that his face was full of spring.
Seeing Wei Xian approaching, He Yan took out a stack of banknotes from his sleeve and handed it to him.
"Eunuch Wei is still collecting donations at this hour. It's really hard work."
"I have been frugal these years, and I have saved five thousand taels of silver."
"In addition, my wife does some business at home, and after hearing about the Great Summer Disaster, I collected 30,000 taels of silver, which can be regarded as serving the country."
"It's just a small thing. For me, Daxia, it's a drop in the bucket, but it's still a small contribution."
He Yan opened his mouth. Naturally, he would not be stingy in this fundraising. He was also using his wife's skills. Firstly, he showed off his skills, and secondly, he also showed off his abilities.
However, just when He Yan thought that Wei Xian would be overjoyed, unexpectedly, Wei Xian picked up the banknote and took it away.
"Thank you, Master He."
"The Za family is leaving for the next family, so we must inform His Majesty of the great news."
Wei Xian smiled and said, now he can't wait to go back to the palace and tell His Majesty this good thing.
"Thirty-five thousand taels of silver is not a big happy event, right?"
"Father-in-law, there is no need for this."
He Yan was a little surprised. Thirty-five thousand taels of silver, even though he was the first person to raise funds after His Majesty, there was no need for this, right?
Is that too polite?
"No, no, everyone knows your thoughts, but happy events have nothing to do with you."
"Master Yang and Master Wang have donated a total of 20 million taels of silver. The Za family must tell Your Majesty about this great event."
The latter spoke and smiled.
"What?"
"Twenty million taels?"
"Eunuch Wei, have you been deceived?"
He Yan was stunned.
What the hell?
Twenty million taels of silver?
Are you bluffing me?
Do you think I'm a fool?
Seeing He Yan acting like this, Wei Xian was polite and repeated what he had said before.
This is roughly how Yang Kai and Wang Qixin earned the money.
etc. mentioned the shop.
He Yan was stunned on the spot.
"Master He, I have made it clear that the Za family has important matters to attend to, so we won't stay any longer."
Wei Xian didn't hesitate and left directly.
Wait until Wei Xian leaves.
He Yan was still stunned in place, and so was Zuo Shilang.
"Ten million taels per shop?"
"Master Shangshu, is this a lie?"
When Zuo Shilang spoke, he came to his senses and subconsciously felt that this was a trick.
"Ouch!"
"Wrong, wrong, wrong."
"I thought wrongly."
"Oh, why didn't I expect that Marquis Tianming would make money through this method?"
"Genius, genius, really a genius in business."
Who is He Yan?
The Minister of the Ministry of Finance of Daxia, in terms of business, he is said to be the best in the world, but he is also the elite among the elites.
In fact, after Wei Xian finished speaking, he believed it was true.
"Master Shangshu, is this true?"
Zuo Shilang was a little shocked and couldn't believe it.
"It must be true."
"The city that never sleeps in Daxia has attracted people from all over Kyoto to gather, and people from seven or eight surrounding prefectures and cities are attracted to it."
"If this happens, there will be more customers, and the prices of the shops will be higher."
"Moreover, the shop opened by Marquis Tianming is equivalent to a protected status. In addition, it can also be exempted from tax. Even 10 million taels of silver is considered to be too little."
"Ouch!"
"I'm really stupid. I missed an opportunity to make a fortune."
"Marquis Tianming came to see me at first, but I pushed him back. I was really stupid and let Yang Kai and Wang Qixin get a big advantage."
This time He Yan's mentality collapsed.
Firstly, Yang Kai and Wang Qixin made money, and secondly, I had rejected Gu Jinnian in the first place. If I had been patient at that time, I would have listened to Gu Jinnian's plan to make a fortune.
Maybe you have already invested, and your investment will probably be quite large.
In other words, the person who is getting tens of millions of taels of silver now is myself.
Blood loss.
What a bloody loss.
"No, no, I have to go find Yang Kai now."
"Let Yang Kai intercede. This business must be accounted for by the Ministry of Accounts."
He Yan hurriedly ran outside. His confidence and calmness just now were gone.
Just ran out.
He Yan suddenly ran back again, looking crazy.
"Master Shangshu, why are you back again?"
Zuo Shilang was a little confused. He felt that the Minister had gone crazy.
"I can't just go there."
"I want to prepare some gifts."
"Also, you need to think clearly about the wording when you speak later. You must not say the wrong thing."
"Come on, let's go against each other. You can imitate Yang Kai and Yang Shangshu and see if what I say is wrong and makes them unhappy."
He Yan opened his mouth and then pulled the other party to simulate a conversation.
Even in order to express his sincerity, He Yan took a bath and tidied up his appearance, fearing that others would think that he was a little careless and insincere, which would cause trouble.
So, after struggling for half an hour.
He Yan rushed to the Yang Mansion with some gifts that he had collected for many years and kept at the bottom of the box.
At this moment, He Yan was extremely anxious and regretful. If he had not participated in the Great Summer Night City this time, he would really regret it.
You will live in pain your whole life.
Therefore, He Yan was very fast. He didn't even take a carriage and just ran all the way.
When he arrived at Yang's Mansion, he saw carriages and sedans parked outside Yang's Mansion. He Yan's face looked a little ugly.
So many people are here? It seems like they all want to participate.
This made He Yan extremely uncomfortable and his face didn't look good.
But when he approached Yang's Mansion, he immediately changed his smile and came to the door of Yang's Mansion politely, asking the servants to report, and asked to see him.
And at the same time.
Within Kyoto.
In a private house.
Chang Yuntian slowly put down the brush.
His face was full of happy smiles.
He had just finished writing the three major crimes of impeaching Daxia Evernight City, plus some matters involving Yang Kai and Wang Qixin.
"I wonder if Lord He will support me tomorrow."
"Although I will offend Yang Kai and Wang Qixin, for me, they are not the people I want to win over."
"And if I do this, Mr. He will definitely support and assist me. It can be regarded as a way of standing in line. If you establish a foothold in the household department first, the subsequent matters will be much more convenient."
Chang Yuntian opened his mouth and made a faint sound.
Then, his eyes fell on the 'Da Xia Bao Chao Ce' on the side.
This thing is extremely important.
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