Han Shizu

Chapter 1924
There are three major cities in Luoyang, each with its own characteristics, and the biggest characteristic of Beishi is that it is not "tacky", has a high grade, is rarely poor, and is rarely noisy and chaotic. After all, the main value of its existence is for the capital. Served by "high society".

In Luoyang City, apart from the imperial city, the most prestigious places are obviously the few Lifangs along the Luoshui River outside the south gate of the imperial city. These are the residences of the top dignitaries, just because they are closest to the main entrance of the imperial city.

In addition, the place where the dignitaries gather belongs to Beicheng. There are almost ordinary upper-class dignitaries and bureaucrats. The mansions are all located in Beicheng.

Under such a background, compared with the Nanshi and Xishi where the people in the head of Guizhou gathered together, Beishi naturally appeared to be more high-end. Even some daily necessities within the palace were purchased in Beishi.

Similarly, the hierarchy is more distinct, and the disparity between high and low is even greater. At the same time, under the prosperous appearance, the suffocating sense of confinement quietly surrounds everyone.But like a besieged city, people outside the city always find ways to cut their heads and get inside
Although he doesn't hold any official position, as a wealthy businessman in the world and a rich man in Luoyang, Kang Ning is still qualified to live in Beicheng, and in the core prosperous area, he is neighbors with the powerful and powerful, surrounded by aristocratic atmosphere.

In recent years, after putting down the family business, Kang Ning puts the little energy left in chasing the rich and powerful. Even if he cannot complete the transformation of his status, he can only actively move closer and build his own moat and umbrella.

At the same time, money is very useful most of the time, and Corning has enough confidence and awareness of this.What about the rich and powerful, when the wealth has accumulated to a certain level, it is enough to pry them, or even send them over. The effect of the large amount of money (borrowing money) over the years has already been obvious.

At this time, the Bafang Building is at the best time to open its doors to receive customers. There is a large flow of people, and most of them are well-dressed people who come here for the delicacies of Bafang delicacies.

In the deepest room on the third floor, with the most luxurious decoration and the most exquisite environment, Kangning is receiving guests. As a well-known property under its banner, Bafang Building is also the most commonly used place for Kangning to meet people. The "Kang's Residence" or the "Kangyuan" outside the city are rarely used, and there are too many over-the-top decorations inside.
What Kang Ning received was an old man with the same gray hair as him. His face was full of dimples, but his spirit was hale and radiant. He was dressed in an exquisite brocade robe, exuding a low-key and luxurious temperament.

The old man is not a powerful man, of course, in terms of relationship, he is still relevant, he is Zhao Xian, a well-known businessman in the capital.Unlike Kang Ning's "starting from scratch" and working hard to make a fortune, Zhao Xian's business path is much smoother, and he can use more resources. He has the attribute of white gloves. After all, he is the retainer of the late Lu Guogong Zhao Kuangzan.

And thanks to Emperor Liu's special care for "Yan Fan" in the early years, Zhao Kuangzan took the opportunity to earn a lot of wealth after entering the court. By.

With Zhao Kuangzan's overt or covert support, Zhao Xian, a martial artist who was born as a domestic slave, transformed himself into one of the most powerful business giants in less than 30 years. In terms of safety and stability, it is obviously not comparable to Kang Ning.

In the final analysis, Corning's biggest shortcoming is that it does not have a stable and reliable political backer, even if it is a guest of the dignitaries, but the relationship is not reliable, and there are even some people who hide their knives behind their faces and plot family property.

Corning has made a lot of efforts, but one's luck will not always be so good, and it will not always be smooth sailing.In the early years, Wang Zhang was considered one, but it was a pity that the fall was too fast, and the power preservation time was too short, and Wang Zhang's political influence was completely ruined by his grandson Zhang Jin's misconduct, and even Kang Ning was also implicated to a certain extent.

The ones who can be relied on the most are the Kang family. Although Kang Yanze is only a Hechuan uncle, he is also a dignified military nobleman.However, the old grievances are too deep, and they have fought for family property. After decades, they have already torn their skins. Not to mention being regarded as enemies, they always hate each other. When they encounter some troubles, they will hold back each other.
Therefore, in comparison, Zhao Xian's background may be even humbler, just a child servant picked up by Zhao Yanshou from the pile of dead people, but backed by Lu Guogong's mansion (first Dongping's mansion), life is much more nourishing, There is also much less risk.

They are both big merchants, there are not many conflicts in business, and there are even a lot of cooperation. In addition, Kang Ning's flattery, the relationship between the two is naturally not bad. Faced with Kang Ning's invitations from time to time, as long as he is free, Zhao Xian will They will save face and go to the meeting in person.

Both of them are nearly seventy years old, but they can both drink and eat meat, and the atmosphere is very harmonious. The topics of conversation are inseparable from major events in the capital and some court "secrets" related to them, and purely business matters. , but talk less.

Tiny from the wine, Zhao Xian took a sip of tea to rinse his mouth, and asked casually: "The caravan of Xiongtai's family has sent another batch of military supplies to Anxi, counting the time, they will return to Beijing soon!"

Hearing Zhao Xian mention this matter, old Kang Ning flashed a thought in his eyes, smiled lightly, and replied, "Brother Zhao is really listening to everything! We are on our way back, but it will take some time before we arrive in Beijing.

Now this business is not profitable at all. After all, Anxi is too far away, traveling thousands of miles, and fighting again, the mission assigned by the Ministry of War has to be accepted.Fortunately, as long as the weapons are sent to Suiye, and some local products can be brought back there, we will not lose money."

Seeing Kang Ning breaking up the military transportation business here, Zhao Xian couldn't help but smile. He actually knew a little about Kang Ning's situation, and for the sake of his appetite, he spoke slowly and authentically in a reminding tone. :

"The imperial court dispatched more than a dozen transport teams to Anxi. Brother Kang, you know, which one is the most special one?"

Hearing this, Kang Ning was slightly surprised. He frowned and thought for a while, then his expression changed slightly, and he said, "Brother Zhao is referring to that."

The words were not spoken, but Kang Ning's hand pointed to the west, which was not only the direction of the imperial city, but also the direction of the East Palace.Facing Kang Ning's gaze, Zhao Xian said softly: "Brother, you have been chasing after the rich and powerful all these years, such a noble person is right in front of you, within reach, how can you ignore him?"

Previously, Emperor Liu Wenhuan, the emperor's grandson, personally escorted a batch of weapons to Anxi according to Emperor Liu's oral order. Up to now, he has not returned to Beijing.As for Liu Wenhuan, for a person of Kang Ning's status, it was impossible to get in touch with him in normal times.

But Zhao Xian awakened the dreamer with one word, and seemed to point out a bright way.
There was some concern in his heart, but he didn't move his face. He raised his glass and signaled to Zhao Xian. Kang Ning naturally changed the subject and said: "Recently, there has been a lot of noise about the distribution of enfeoffments in Beijing. Brother Zhao, I hope you can enlighten me on this matter." .”

Regarding this, Zhao Xian raised his eyebrows, and said to Kang Ning in a surprised tone: "Brother Taiwan has been operating overseas for many years, and has been cultivating extensively. It is obvious that I want to ask you for advice. Since Brother Taiwan is here Perhaps the cultivation of Nanyang can also have a piece of fiefdom of its own?"

"Brother Zhao is joking!" Hearing this, Kang Ning immediately shook his head and sighed: "I have also studied the administration of enfeoffment, which is the treatment given to nobles, like businessmen like me, how do we get the qualifications, even if the business is successful, maybe in the end Just become someone else's wedding dress."

"I can't see it all!" Zhao Xian still looked calm and said, "In your majesty's imperial edict, it is not clear that only nobles are eligible to be entrusted with overseas territories, but on the contrary, the right of the kings to redistribute the enfeoffment is clear and clear. .

As long as the situation in Nanyang is clear and the feudal state is custom-made, brother and Taiwan only need to hand in hand the land and the population to follow. Even if they can't become the lord of the territory, they still have a good chance as the directly-administered subjects of the feudal king.

No matter how bad it is, it is not difficult to ask for a title from the dignitaries, hang a name, and at the same time protect the land and property, with the relationship that Brother Kang has managed over the years, it is not difficult to do it."

(End of this chapter)