Daming: Brother, there is no future for monks, let's rebel

These words left the students with no way to argue.

They are now caught in this sudden inspection and have no way to show their true strength.

The Imperial Examination Hall drove them all out, which caused dissatisfaction among the students. At this time, rumors in Yingtian Prefecture had been instantly ignited.

When many people saw this scene, they began to speculate, and some even believed that the students selected through the imperial examinations today were completely useless in their official positions.

Even during Zhu Han's sudden inspection, I couldn't even write some good articles.

"Now these students are in the Imperial College, and they can't even write these articles. They are really cheating."

"That's right. We provide them with food and shelter, but in the end they don't make the decisions for us, the people."

"All the talents selected in the last imperial examination have already entered the court as officials, especially Wang An."

News spread quickly in Yingtian Prefecture. Not long after Zhu Han arrived home, he had already heard about many students from his housekeeper.

They started making trouble in Yingtian Prefecture. They recited poems and wrote essays in various restaurants and began to imply something about Zhu Han.

The news spread very quickly and the people also started to make trouble, which surprised the housekeeper very much.

"It is really shameful for the prince to spread rumors like this. If they continue like this, will it affect the prince's position in the court?"

The butler has been with Zhu Han for many years, and he really doesn't want to see Zhu Han being slandered. Hearing the butler's words, Zhu Han curled his lips and smiled faintly.

In fact, he also attaches great importance to the current affairs in the court.

If anyone dared to cause trouble for him at this critical juncture, Zhu Han would naturally not agree.

He had previously attached great importance to some of the situations in Chao Zhong, but now he understood that if he just blindly let these people have any strength.

Zhu Han is not a fool. He is afraid that it will bring him trouble in the future.

"Don't worry about those rumors. As the saying goes, those who are innocent will be innocent. Rumors will surely be broken by themselves. Call Ge Rong back to me when you have time."

"Bring the account books of the silk shop back to me as well. I have something to tell them."

The housekeeper hurriedly went to arrange for Zhu Han and checked the students he brought back one by one.

When investigating them, we can also find that these students all come from poor and cold places, and they are all well aware of their talent.

They were extremely talented. When they took the imperial examination together with Ge Rong and Wang An, they were overshadowed by them, which led to their failure.

Now that he has been in the Imperial Examination Hall for such a long time and has been studying all the time, Zhu Han is moved by such spirit.

"Your Highness, we have been studying with the intention of serving the court, and have never had any other thoughts."

Zhu Han looked at the student in front of him and found that he was indeed handsome and well-mannered. Zhu Han was quite interested in him and walked forward to look at the student.

"What's your name when you look up?"

The student raised his head slightly, his eyes were like torches, and said, "To answer your question, Your Highness, my name is Tan Ran, and I am a poor student from Shangyuan County. I have been in Yingtian Prefecture for a year, waiting for the imperial examination next year."

Zhu Han thought about it carefully. They had also been to Shangyuan County, and at that time there were indeed quite a few people taking the imperial examinations in that place.

But now that he has failed the exam, he is still able to live safely in Yingtian Prefecture, which shows that he is indeed very capable.

Besides, Zhu Han conducted a sudden test today, and it can be seen that they are indeed talented.

So Tan Ran and the other two students were asked to stay.

They were treated to delicious food and drink at their home so that they could study with peace of mind, and they even promised that they would be hired as teachers to teach them in the future.

"Butler, take them down and settle them down first."

The housekeeper hurriedly prepared for an incense stick of time, after which Ge Rong and Wang An came to the study at the same time.

Ge Rong placed all the account books of the silk shop in front of Zhu Han. He had been doing business with Zhang Fengnian these days and was very familiar with bookkeeping and accounting.

"Your Highness, this is the account book over there. From what we can see, there is a lot of business to be done here, especially since the store of the Prince of Yan will be closed soon."

"I heard that silk is no longer available, and some people found that their silk is uneven, the quality is getting worse and worse, and the price is high."

Zhu Han listened to Ge Rong's words and became interested.

In the court, Zhu Di always boasted about how good his silk business was, but he never expected that the reality was like this.

"What happened to his silk?"

As soon as Zhu Han finished speaking, Ge Rong hurriedly explained that Zhu Di had previously run a silk and satin shop.

But they were all admirers of his fame, and those businessmen thought they had Zhu Di as their backer.

They can do better and better business in Yingtian Prefecture, just like Wang Changgui.

He admired Zhu Di very much and even sold all the silk in his warehouse to Zhu Di at a low price.

Unexpectedly, it was sold at a high price very soon, allowing Zhu Di to make a lot of money, but Zhu Di looked down on Wang Changgui from beginning to end.

"At that time, it was Wang Changgui who was pulling for others, but now many people have begun to resist him. Even in Ren Tianfu, the merchants' silk and satin have not made much money anymore."

"Wang Changgui has gradually become the target of public criticism. Now he can't even protect his own business. Naturally, the business of Prince Yan is not going to benefit him. I heard that he will soon be sent to the Northwest Patrol Camp for training."

Zhu Han really didn't expect that the news of their opening a store came so quickly. He looked at Ge Rong and nodded slightly. There was nothing wrong with this.

It had been expected before that Zhu Yuanzhang would definitely find a way to resolve Zhu Di's issue as soon as possible.

I didn't expect retribution to come so quickly.

Zhu Han took a careful look at the account book that Ge Rong handed over. It could be seen from it that they had combined all the accounts of the silk shop together over the past few days.

The workers' wages have doubled, and now they can still sell their products for a good price.

"Although business in Yingtian Prefecture is not going well now, as long as there are new ways, we can stand out. Especially these days, embroidery has gradually become well-known in Yingtian Prefecture."

"The clothes made in the store have always been admired by the daughters of wealthy families. They are all waiting to show off their skills at the poetry meeting."

Zhu Han nodded slightly. This really made him look at him with new eyes.

The poetry meeting was also promoted by Yueru. By then, more and more people will attend, and many students will be able to make a name for themselves in it.

"In that case, let's prepare for the poetry meeting well. If Yueru is short of money, give him some silver from my storehouse. We should try to make the meeting better and better."

Zhu Han said that Ge Rong had made much more efficient investigation into Wang An's case.

There were indeed many mistakes in the money Zhu Di deposited into the Ministry of Revenue, and an investigation has now begun. If the money did not reach the Ministry of Revenue, but was used to make false accounts, Zhu Yuanzhang would definitely be informed.

"Wang An continued to investigate at night, but so far there has been no progress."

Zhu Han was very satisfied with what Ge Rong did this time. He was not only able to calm the officials' emotions at the critical moment.

Now is the time for the officials to make all the arrangements and preparations for what they have done before, and they must not put in any hard work on this.

When making arrangements again, all the business can be completed as quickly as possible each time, so that the students of Director Ke can understand it clearly.

There is absolutely no way they could prepare all of this so easily.

"If that's the case, you don't have to worry about anything anymore. Just do your business well and don't worry about the poetry gathering."

As soon as Zhu Han finished speaking, Ge Rong looked at Zhu Han and laughed.

"I heard that Sister Wang raided the Imperial Examination Hall today and asked them to come up with something. If they couldn't do it, they would be kicked out of the Imperial Examination Hall. This really caused a stir in Yingtian Prefecture."

Zhu Han picked up the tea beside him and took a sip.

This was really beyond his expectations. He didn't expect the news to spread so quickly. Even Ge Rong had heard something about it.

Zhu Han did not deny it either.

After all, there are many students in Yingtian Prefecture who want to make a name for themselves as quickly as possible. If they can gain a foothold in Yingtian Prefecture after being driven out of the Imperial Academy.

This poetry reading is the best opportunity for them to show their talents.

"That's true. The Imperial Academy can't provide food and accommodation, and let them idle away. If this continues, students all over the world will have a casual attitude when participating in the imperial examinations in the future. How can they deal with talents like you and Wang An?"

Zhu Han's praise for Ge Rong was so obvious that it made Ge Rong feel a little embarrassed.

"Your Highness, there is a man named Tan Ran in the Imperial Examination Hall. He is proficient in all kinds of martial arts and is a complete gentleman. I wonder if he can win the favor of Your Highness this time."

Zhu Han raised his eyebrows slightly and looked at Ge Rong.

"I didn't expect that you have made friends with so many students in private. I am really impressed. However, Tan Ran usually interacts closely with you. Why did he fail the imperial examination last time?"

This has always been the point that Zhu Han was most confused about, and Ge Rong quickly answered Zhu Han's question.

It turned out that he was framed the day before the imperial examination, and all the things he prepared to bring to the Imperial Examination Hall were thrown away.

This caused him to be restless after entering the Imperial Examination Hall, so he was off topic when writing the essay. Even if he handed in the essay, there was no way he could be admitted together with Ge Rong and Wang An.

This led to such a misunderstanding. In fact, he had been very regretful for spending half a year in the Imperial Examination Hall.

The number of people you need to be wary of among your fellow countrymen will increase.

"He is also a man with a miserable life. Now that he has arrived at the Imperial Examination Hall, he has been concentrating on studying. It has become a luxury for us to ask him out for a drink on weekdays."

After Ge Rong finished speaking, he looked at Zhu Han seriously. He had even made up his mind that if Tan Ran failed to be valued by Zhu Han.

Perhaps he and Wang An could help.

Give him a place to live, and wait until next year when he takes the imperial examination. By then, Tan Ran will surely pass it.

"Don't worry. I have read the article written by Tan Ran. He is indeed a talented person, but he has a big heart. However, after some training, he was able to pass the exam in one fell swoop."

Zhu Han had already made preparations. After hearing what Zhu Han said, Ge Rong had already guessed that Tan Ran must have entered the Prince of Ying's Palace.

So, he asked Zhu Han to allow him to meet with Tan Ran, and Zhu Han naturally agreed.

"He is in the backyard. Your father has already arranged a room for him. You may be able to see him if you go there now."

After Zhu Han finished speaking, Ge Rong hurried to find Tan Ran.

Zhu Han took a look at all the accounts and books of the silk shop. Even he had to admire Zhang Fengnian's unrivaled business acumen.

In just a few days, Zhang's Silk Shop turned losses into profits, and now has even become the most popular silk shop in Yingtian Prefecture.

There were many people who went to his shop to make clothes, and after the embroidery was made on the clothes, it was indeed favored by many dignitaries.

Zhu Han was looking at the account book, but Ge Rong had already arrived in the backyard.

As soon as he saw Tan Ran, he ran forward quickly.

Tan Ran was also very surprised when he saw Ge Rong. He didn't know the relationship between Ge Rong and Zhu Han before.

"Brother Ge, why are you here?"

Tan Ran was very shocked. The Prince of Ying's Palace was not something that ordinary people could enter. Ge Rong smiled awkwardly.

He told Tan Ran that he had grown up with Zhu Han since he was a child, and after passing the imperial examination, Zhu Han arranged for him to work in his mansion.

Now I work as an accountant, which is a good place for me to go.

Tan Ran looked at Ge Rong in surprise, with great admiration in his heart.

"So your backing is so strong, then why were you framed to that extent?"

"I just happened to return to the Imperial Examination Hall and heard about those things. I wish I could have helped you back then, but..."

Tan Ran has always felt guilty. He and Ge Rong met each other because of a common grudge, and both were attracted by each other's talents.

Ge Rong didn't take it to heart at all.

"Let's not talk about the past anymore. After the prince has settled me down, he will definitely give me a way out in the future. But now you have caught the prince's eye, so you will definitely be able to pass the imperial examination in the future."

Tan Ran looked at Ge Rong and nodded repeatedly. He had been studying hard in Gongyuan, and now that he had come to the Prince of England's Palace, it was natural for him to study hard.

He had secretly vowed in his heart that he would study hard as quickly as possible in Yingtian Prefecture and be admitted to high school in the next year.

"The housekeeper is my father. If you need anything, tell my father and he will help you."

Ge Rong said it lightly, but Tan Ran was shocked.

He originally thought that Ge Rong was a poor student like him, but he didn't expect that he had such strength in Yingtian Prefecture. This made Tan Ran suddenly feel a little unfair.

He secretly swore in his heart that he would be more successful than Ge Rong in the future.

(End of this chapter)