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Chapter 2528 Unification of Guizi Scrolls, Foundation Establishment

To Yangzhou, Yangzhou salt merchants are a group that cannot be avoided.

In a sense, this group has become synonymous with the top businessmen of Dazhou, not just from Yangzhou, but that they settled in Yangzhou.

There are people from Shanshan, Huizhou, and Fujian and Zhejiang, among which the Shanshan and Huizhou groups are the largest.

The only impression the outside world has of them is that they are rich and extravagant.

Eight gardens in Yangzhou, seven of which were built by salt merchants, have become a must-go place for gatherings and banquets of scholars and celebrities.

After staying in Feng Ziying for two days, Feng Ziying also participated in two banquets, and further strengthened the relationship with some merchants he knew before, and also gave Yangzhou salt merchants a surprise.

They all felt that Xiao Feng Xiuzhuan was a little different from the past. In the past, it was difficult to get a banquet, and there were choices when meeting guests, but this time he was much more relaxed.

When leaving Yangzhou for Nanjing, the boat was full of various gifts, and Feng Ziying was speechless.

Even Busia Mara, who followed Feng Ziying to the south, can be regarded as a person who has seen the world, and she was dazzled by seeing it, lamenting that the prosperity of the south of the Yangtze River is indeed hard to compare with that of the capital.

Feng Ziying didn't bother to correct her erroneous views.

Yangzhou salt merchants are also among the most extravagant in the entire Great Zhou, and the gifts they can offer are naturally not bad, plus the storm they caused in the south of the Yangtze River in the early stage, who would not want to befriend themselves?
When they arrived in Nanjing, Feng Ziying first called on Gu Bingqian in a simple manner, and then started running around Jinling City with Hou Chengzu, who had arrived earlier, to choose a site for the Naval Military Academy.

This is his mission in Nanjing this time.

After some investigation, it was tentatively settled outside Dinghuai Gate, not far from the Longjiang Shipyard, very close to the Yangtze River, and far away from Qingliang Mountain in the city.

Although it is outside the inner city, the location is good and the transportation is convenient. Feng Ziying is not willing to let the military academy be located in the city.

After the site selection is completed, the follow-up affairs should be mainly undertaken by the role of Hou Chengzu. Later, Feng Ziying also plans to hand over the lead construction of the two military academies to Zheng Chongjian.

When he returned from Nanjing this time, Zheng Chongjian almost returned to Beijing from Shaanxi.

Next, Feng Ziying will pay a formal visit to Gu Bingqian.

Although I went to pay a visit when I first came here, it was a courtesy visit, and the next meeting is considered to be some preparations for myself to succeed Gu Bingqian in the future.

Gu Bingqian also knew a long time ago that Feng Ziying might be coming to replace him, and he was also very happy, so he specially hosted a banquet in the Governor's Yamen to entertain him.

When she stepped into the governor's yamen, Feng Ziying was thinking that Wang Wenyan and Wu Yaoqing should be separated. Wang Wenyan could continue to preside over the overall situation in Beijing, but Wu Yaoqing could come to Nanjing in advance to prepare for his next step as governor of Jiangnan.

He is not like Gu Bingqian who is just a fool, since he is here, he has to do a good job.

Gu Bingqian looked at Feng Ziying more and more pleasingly, and the smile on the corner of his mouth could not be suppressed.

When Feng Ziying was still studying at Qingtan Academy, Gu Bingqian had a good first impression. Later, Feng Ziying's outstanding performance in autumn and spring attracted Gu Bingqian's attention.

Of course he knew that Feng Ziying was Qi Yongtai's favorite student, and he hadn't thought about poaching anyone else, but he was naturally happy to befriend such a rising political star, especially a young scholar who represented northern scholars. It's done.

"I guessed that Ziying would have to replace me in the end. I also recommended you in the letter I sent to Jinqing and Zhonghan."

Gu Bingqian leaned back in the official hat chair, shaking his fan and chuckling.

"Rig your fingers and do the math, who is the most suitable? You have to be famous and prestige, but you also have to understand military affairs. This is the initial decision in the south of the Yangtze River. Chen Jixian's whereabouts are still unknown. I heard that the White Lotus Sect in Xuzhou also has signs of activity. Tree desire It is quiet but the wind is not stopping, you just came back from Jiangnan, you are familiar with the situation, and you have prestige after the three towns have been pacified, if you are not allowed to come, who will come?"

Feng Ziying secretly slandered, this person was probably racking his brains to find a good replacement in order to escape, and he might not be the only one to recommend.

It is said that Xiong Tingbi was also included in the consideration of the cabinet at the beginning, but he was rejected later, and may take over as the right servant of the Ministry of War.

Yuan Keli's poor performance as governor of Shanxi may have allowed him to miss the opportunity to succeed him as the right servant of the Ministry of War.

In fact, Xiong Tingbi could not be said to be very good in the battle against the rebellion in Bozhou, but at least he beheaded Yang Yinglong's family and gave the court an explanation, so he finally got his wish and was able to enter the ranks of important ministers.

"Liu Jigong is overrated. Ziying was lucky enough to get this opportunity to succeed. It all depends on the strategizing of Huaichanggong and Brother Zhisheng. In the later stage, it was Liujigong and you all. Ziying actually did some errands. work."

Gu Bingqian appreciated it more and more.

Look at the humility of others, this is the image of a leader with a promising future.

In this battle in the south of the Yangtze River, who did the most real work and took the greatest risk, everyone knows it well, even the few in Beijing are the same, otherwise they would not have given the imperial order to the officer, and now give him such a chance Come to inspect Jiangnan.

After the governor of Jiangnan, I'm afraid this kid can't be suppressed anymore. If he doesn't give a minister, he really can't explain it, or can he take over as Qiao Yingjia's right capital envoy of the Metropolitan Procuratorate to suppress him?
The Youdu Imperial Envoy of the Metropolitan Procuratorate and Shangshu are both top-notch of the second rank, but they are slightly inferior to Zuodu Yushi, who is also the second rank.

There are still some subtle arrangements in the official system of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

Theoretically, the left and right censors of the Metropolitan Procuratorate and the seven ministers are the same in the second grade. The Ministry of Punishment, the Ministry of Industry, and the Ministry of Commerce are listed side by side.

On the surface, everyone is an important minister of the second rank, and there is nothing to see, but Zuodu Yushi and the Ministry of Officials, Ministry of Households, Ministry of Rites, and Minister of Military Affairs are promoted to the cabinet. It is also rare for ministers from the Ministry of Punishment, the Ministry of Industry, and the Ministry of Commerce to directly enter the cabinet.

According to Gu Bingqian's vision, Feng Ziying will serve as governor of Jiangnan for at least three years, and Feng Ziying will be 27 after three years. Zuodu Censor or Shangshu among officials, households, rites, and soldiers have been in the position for a few years, and it seems that it will not be so glaring to talk about joining the cabinet at that time.

If there is something to delay this guy, 40 is the right time to join the cabinet.

Thinking of this, Gu Bingqian felt it was funny. Even if he was born in the second place of the top pick, it would be considered pretty good to be able to reach the level of a minister at the age of 40. Looking at the big week, how many scholars can be promoted to an important minister at the age of 40?
The number one scholar in the same discipline as Feng Ziying is in his early thirties, and now he is only a fourth-rank magistrate, and he has been promoted very quickly. To be able to reach the third rank at the age of 40 is probably the dream of practicing state affairs. Who can compete with Feng Ziying? Monster than?
"Okay, Ziying, you don't have to be modest. The people in Jiangnan are complicated. Although you have been to Jiangnan a few times, you are not from Jiangnan after all. You will worry about it in the future." Gu Bingqian waved his hand, "But I believe you In addition, you are familiar with Cui Chengxiu, he and brother Chengfeng are from the countryside, Jinling Mansion can’t have any problems, and Yangzhou and Suzhou must also be firmly grasped,..."

Gu Bingqian began to teach Feng Ziying, and Feng Ziying naturally accepted the instruction happily.

After some conversation, the guests and the host had a great time, and Gu Bingqian hosted a banquet in honor of Feng Ziying at the mansion, and invited Cui Chengxiu to accompany him, and finally got Feng Ziying drunk to forget the matter.

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"Are you sure?" Weng Qiyang took a deep breath, put his palms together, put them down, and pressed them on the desk, "The news is reliable?"

"It should be reliable. It turns out that this line came from Beijing. It only said that it was possible. On the side of the cabinet, Tom and Miu are still unable to intervene, and they can't be sure, and Ye Fang refused to say clearly ..."

The person who answered was a middle-aged man, and his tone was full of excitement, "But the news from Nanjing, after Mr. Gu Ge hosted a banquet for Feng Shilang, he was quite drunk. He stayed in the concubine's room at night and accidentally mentioned that The servant's future is limitless, so I casually said that I will see Feng Shilang in the future,..."

"Oh?" Weng Qiyang nodded silently, "So it turns out that Mr. Gu Ge will serve as governor for a full year, but now it may be earlier?"

"It's possible that the people in the governor's yamen need to plan some affairs in the second half of the year, and Gu Ge called for a timeout." The middle-aged man said with certainty: "It is estimated that Gu Ge will return to Beijing in June and July. gone."

Weng Qiyang stroked his beard lightly and fell silent.

Originally, I thought that Gu Bingqian would work for a full year, and Jingzhong kept inquiring about the situation, but there was no reply.

Feng Ziying stayed in Yangzhou and Weng Qiyang also knew that many salt merchants hosted a banquet for Feng Ziying, but Feng Ziying actually went to the banquet, which surprised Weng Qiyang and a group of Jiangnan businessmen.

This is very inconsistent with Feng Ziying's style. You must know that Feng Ziying has always disliked salt merchants. Why has it changed now?
It's no secret that Feng Ziying doesn't love money but is lustful. It's not a secret in Jiangnan merchant circles that he values ​​those who can bring him political achievements. But now he is actually on the same path as the salt merchants. I was a little puzzled before, but now I understand, Feng Ziying This is in preparation for his departure to Nanjing.

The power of the salt merchants should not be underestimated. Feng Ziying's governance in the south of the Yangtze River definitely needs the support of all parties, so it is reasonable to treat the salt merchants with courtesy.

"Boss, Mr. Feng has seen our performance in the early stage. Now if he is the governor of Jiangnan, it is our chance." The middle-aged man looked eager to try, "Longyou merchants and Huizhou merchants are very active now, and The merchants from Shanshan and Shanxi may go south again, we can’t be descendants.”

The competition is fierce, but Weng Qiyang must first understand Feng Ziying's governance line when he came to Jiangnan.

You can't do things aimlessly.

(End of this chapter)