Signed to Zhu Cihong, Prince of the Late Ming Dynasty

Chapter 19 Chapter 19, Zhu Cihong took on the task again, Cao Huachun said he had no money
In the imperial study room, several other emperors and ministers of the Ming Dynasty were stunned at the same time.

Chongzhen was a little surprised: "Lang'er, you really have a way?"

When Chongzhen came to Zhu Cixiang at first, it was actually a last-minute cramming at his wits' end. He didn't necessarily ask Zhu Cixiang to come up with any ideas. If he could give him some new ideas, it would be considered a breakthrough.

But now, after Zhu Cihong heard it, he had an idea?
Chongzhen couldn't help being suspicious, after all, this was something he couldn't solve before.

Just about half a month ago, Chongzhen was very panicked when he saw Li Zicheng's troops advancing and wanted to recruit troops to resist.

But recruiting troops and buying horses requires money, and the Ming Dynasty's treasury didn't have a dime, so it could only ask the ministers to donate money.

Then there was the cunning move of Zhou Kui, the former head of state, who took 5000 taels from the queen and only donated 3000 taels to Chongzhen. In the end, he reluctantly collected more than 20 taels, which brought the size of the Beijing camp to 1 There were more than [-] people, and then they ran out of money.

Now that Beijing is completely surrounded by Li Zicheng, it is impossible to get money from outside. Where can Zhu Cixiang get money from?
Not only Chongzhen, but Ying Gong, Li Guozhen and others looked at Zhu Cihong with doubts on their faces.

Zhu Cihong smiled slightly, and said confidently: "Father, my son, let's tell the truth. If you want to get money, you must get it from rich people."

Chongzhen nodded, and said: "It's natural, but in the current Beijing city, who can have money?"

Zhu Cixiang laughed and said, "Of course it's the ministers, nobles and eunuchs."

After hearing this, Chongzhen was not only not happy, but rather disappointed.

After a few seconds, Chongzhen said calmly: "Wang'er, where do these people have money? I have already looked for them."

Zhu Cihong's smile became more and more intense: "Father, you don't really think that all the honorable ministers and eunuchs in our entire capital really have a total net worth of just over 20 taels, right? As far as we know, Cao Huachun, the governor of the East Factory alone, has at least 20 taels of cash in his family, as well as many rare treasures!"

The reason why Zhu Cixiang speaks so confidently is of course because of the sign-in task that just appeared and the topographic map marked with the treasure secret room.

Chongzhen couldn't help being surprised when he heard the words: "Is this really true?"

Zhu Cihong said firmly: "Father, this matter is absolutely true!"

Chongzhen was a little suspicious: "How did you know about this?"

Zhu Cihong smiled slightly, and said: "Father, there are still some patriotic people in this Ming Dynasty. Father actually doesn't need to care about where the son-in-law got the news from, but should let people Go and steal Cao Huachun's mansion, use all the money to recruit soldiers, and resist the invading army outside the city is the right way!"

Chongzhen's eyes flickered, and after a while he said, "Come on, call Cao Huachun!"

Although Cao Huachun had been revoked of his military power before, he was the governor of Dongchang and also worked in the Supervisor of Ceremonies. After losing his military power, he just returned to the palace, and his status was still relatively respected.

Therefore, Chongzhen did not intend to directly copy Cao Huachun's home, but first asked Cao Huachun to ask.

After a while, Cao Huachun came to the imperial study: "Cao Huachun has met His Majesty."

Chongzhen nodded, and cut straight to the point: "Cao Huachun, now the Ming Dynasty is in critical condition, and needs money to recruit soldiers and horses, do you know?"

Cao Huachun was stunned for a moment, and then hurriedly said: "Of course I know this, Your Majesty may have forgotten, the old slave donated 4 taels of silver to His Majesty last time, and donated all his wealth, in the hope that Daming can stop Li Zicheng That traitor."

After Chongzhen heard these words, his complexion also improved a little.

Yes, in the last donation, Cao Huachun donated [-] by himself, nearly one-fifth of the total.

This is also one of the reasons why Chongzhen chose to hand over military power to Cao Huachun at such a critical moment in history. Those who donate more money are always more loyal than those who donate less, right?

Chongzhen slowed down his tone, and said: "Of course I saw what you did last time. But today the crown prince said that there is actually a large amount of cash in your mansion that has not been donated, at least ten years later. How much is 20, is there such a thing?"

Cao Huachun's body shook, and he categorically denied: "Your Majesty, this old slave has been wronged! I have given all my money to His Majesty, and I definitely have no money at all. How can I get more than 20 yuan in cash?"

Cao Huachun directly shouted all kinds of grievances, while Zhu Cihong watched coldly from the sidelines, and couldn't help but feel amused.

Cao Huachun is really good at it. His various expressions, gestures and tone of voice are truly sincere and can be called a movie king level performance. If Zhu Cixiang didn't have systematic prompts, he really wouldn't be able to find even the slightest fault.

Chongzhen was obviously also moved by Cao Huachun's words, and looked up at Zhu Cihong: "Long'er, what do you say?"

Zhu Cixiang smiled slightly and said to Chongzhen: "Father, it is actually very simple to solve this matter. All we need is that our father allocates a team of troops to our son and goes to Cao Huachun's mansion outside the palace. Then everything will be revealed. Already?"

While Chongzhen was hesitating, Cao Huachun suddenly said: "Your Majesty, I think this matter is feasible. I have worked hard for the Ming Dynasty all my life. Even if I suffer some injustice, as long as the prince can clear up his misunderstanding, I will die. Sorry."

While speaking, Cao Huachun began to wipe away tears.

Zhu Cihong understood in his heart that this old thing was selling miserably.

Sure enough, after seeing this scene, Chongzhen became even more agitated, and his voice to Cao Huachun became much gentler: "Forget it, let me go there myself, so that I won't mess around casually. Okay, let's get ready. Come out of the palace with me!"

Upon hearing this, Cao Huachun hurriedly said: "Your Majesty is wise!"

As he said that, Cao Huachun was also proud.

You know, there is indeed money in Cao Huachun's mansion, but the money is hidden in a place that ordinary people can't see and can't find.

Zhu Cihong wants to find it?That is impossible!

Thinking of this, the corners of Cao Huachun's mouth twitched slightly, but he immediately covered it up, thinking: "This prince always targets this old man, could he have discovered something? But it's okay, as long as this time passes, His Majesty's trust in the prince will definitely Big discount, then it's time for the old man to fight back!"

Cao Huachun has made up his mind, he must let Zhu Cihong suffer a big loss!
Half an hour later, Chongzhen, Zhu Cihong, and Cao Huachun, who had just been in the imperial study, came down to Cao Huachun's mansion outside the palace, surrounded by a team of palace guards.

After all, Cao Huachun was the governor of the East Factory, and also served as the Chief Supervisor of Ceremonies, so it was not surprising that he had a mansion outside.

The area of ​​this mansion is not large, and the decoration on the outside can only be regarded as quite satisfactory. When you walk into the mansion, you can see that the furnishings in the lobby are relatively simple, and even a little old.

Seeing this, Chongzhen couldn't help but believe Cao Huachun's words a little more, so he turned his head and said to Zhu Cihong: "Xian'er, you said Cao Huachun has money, where is the money?"

Cao Huachun hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, this is the warehouse of the old slave's house. Please come with the old slave."

After a while, the door of the barn was opened, and a puff of smoke and dust rushed in, making everyone frown.

Chongzhen looked intently into the warehouse, but found that the warehouse was empty, except for a stone Buddha statue as tall as a person in the deepest part, it was empty.

Chongzhen became even more unhappy now, feeling that Cao Huachun must have been wronged. He immediately looked at Zhu Cixiang, his tone obviously reproachful: "Xian'er, what on earth is going on?"

Before Zhu Cihong could speak, Cao Huachun spoke earnestly: "Your Majesty, this old servant really has no money in his family. If there is any money, this old servant is willing to confiscate all the cash and money to support Daming in defending the capital!"

After finishing speaking, Cao Huachun did not forget to glance at Zhu Cihong, his expression was still sincere, but Zhu Cihong could feel the mockery in Cao Huachun's eyes!

(End of this chapter)