The emperor is embarrassed

Ming Zhan has completely pulled Xu San's family into the chariot.

Among the four children, Xu San is most worried about Xu Bingzhong.The eldest son is honest, if you want to ask him to make troubles, it will be difficult for him.The third son has an old idea, and he is only immersed in invention and research. He wishes to become Lu Ban's second, and only loves to deal with woodworkers and materials.Needless to say, my daughter never suffers.

Even Xu Bingzhong has a lively temper and loves to communicate.However, from Xu San's point of view, among the four children, Xu Bingzhong is the most careless.

In the past, Xu San wished that Ming Zhan could see his son's ability, and then take this opportunity to find a good future for his son.

Now after the Jiangnan incident, Xu San has put aside his thoughts early on. With Xu Bingzhong's ability, even if he enters the officialdom, he can only be tricked and eaten by others.He would rather find a small official for his son by himself, first work slowly, build up some qualifications, gain some knowledge, have more skills, increase some city mansions, and then, it will not be too late to promote his son slowly .

Otherwise, with his son's disposition, if he dared to fight for power in front of the imperial court, he would not be burned to ashes.

It was rare for Xu San to be peaceful and far away. Who knows, Ming Zhan suddenly became interested in Xu Bingzhong, and even called him, "Such a silly boy is really rare, I have to see him." Then he got him away.

As soon as his son came home, Xu Sanshui didn't ask for a sip, so he called Xu Bingzhong to the study to ask questions.

Xu Bingzhong told the truth, and Xu San heaved a sigh of relief, "Fortunately, you were not asked to take the lead. The emperor sees you clearly."

Xu Bingzhong's self-confidence was hit by Ming Zhan and he has not yet recovered. Hearing his father say this again, he almost despaired of life. He asked hesitantly, "Father, am I really as stupid as the emperor said?"

"Only the more stupid ones." Xu San urged, "Be honest and be on duty, watch more and talk less, and put more thought into it."

Xu Bingzhong muttered, "Look at the emperor, it's not too big."

Xu San yelled angrily, "What do you know? Your Majesty's wisdom is as deep as the sea, how can a shallow boy like you be able to compare it!" Not to mention his stupid son, even Xu San only respects and fears Ming Zhan.

"I didn't say that the emperor is bad, it's just that I met Long Yan for the first time." Xu Bingzhong explained and asked, "Father, I think the emperor is very good, and the arrangement is incomprehensible. Father, tell me, the emperor Why do you want Wu Wanniang to be the boss? You want her to take care of me and Song Xiang. When I see that woman, I feel terrified."

"Song Xiang was involved in the Huai-Min case before, and you are a useless embroidered pillow. Although Wu Wan is a daughter, she is brave and resourceful, so naturally she wants to take the lead." Xu San glanced at Xu Bingzhong, "Although the emperor said you are a Stupid, but let me tell you, whether you are stupid or not is not the point. The point is, you have to be loyal to the emperor, you know?"

Xu Bingzhong nodded, and said sincerely, "Your Majesty, I dare not make trouble."

Although people are a bit stupid, fortunately they know the seriousness, so it is not hopeless.Xu San breathed a sigh of relief.

Wu Wanlun's knowledge is far inferior to Song Xiang's.

In terms of business talent, after all, Song Xiang has been working outside for many years, and his experience is even more incomparable to Wu Wan.

However, Wu Wan is also an ordinary person.

Song Xiang, a wretched old man with a gossip heart, even thought that Ming Zhan would reuse Wu Wan, and there must be some unclear relationship between the two of them.Therefore, I respect Wu Wan very much.She just hoped that Wu Wan would speak nice words for him in front of Ming Zhan, blowing the pillow wind or something.

Wu Wan didn't understand Song Xiang's dirty mind, since she was the leader, she couldn't show her timidity.

Moreover, what is admirable is that Wu Wan is a rare man of action.

Since Ming Zhan wants to build a seaport, he must first choose a site and buy land.The people who lived there originally should move out, and those who should be compensated should be compensated.

For this alone, there is a lot of work to be done, and the three of them are definitely not enough.

At the same time, a very large-scale publicity method is required.

Song Xiang sincerely said, "This small royal newspaper will become a legend in the history of merchants. His majesty's wisdom is rare in the world."

Ever since Song Xiang was pardoned, five of his ten sentences must have been praising Ming Zhan's wisdom. Wu Wan listened too much, and whenever Song Xiang said this, she had the urge to cut off Song Xiang's tongue.Although everyone came from merchants, Wu Wan felt from the bottom of her heart that, fortunately, Song Xiang was not an official, otherwise he would be a rare courtier in the world.

Wu Wan contacted Shen Zhuoyan, planning to publicize the preparations for the construction of Tianjin Port to the world in the royal newspapers, and at the same time start the first round of construction investment.

It was the first time for Shen Zhuoyan and Wei Ziyao to see the artifice of a businessman. Song Xiang asked Shen Zhuoyan to use vernacular Chinese to promote it. He said very clearly, "Businessmen generally don't study much, even if they look gentle and elegant, they still pretend to be gentle. Yes. Xiao Shen Juren, don’t use it for what it is, just like we usually talk.”

"Of course, I have to be more exaggerated than usual. For example, this is the largest port in China. Our country has a vast land and resources. When Tianjin Port is built, all nations must come to Korea and trade will flourish..." Song Xiang completely entered the fantasy State, "Think about it, a Tianjin port can provide countless opportunities for work. I am afraid that all the people in Tianjin will not be able to do those jobs and earn all the money. Not only Tianjin people, Jiangnan people, People from the Northwest, people from the imperial capital, and people from all over the world can go to Tianjin to conduct inter-country business with foreigners. The food, clothing, porcelain, tea, gold and silver antiques of our Celestial Dynasty, all business transactions in the world, are also applicable to foreign countries. There are exchanges between merchants. The whole of Tianjin will become another prosperous paradise not inferior to Suzhou and Hangzhou.”

"A Tianjin Port will bring earth-shaking changes to Tianjin." Song Xiang suddenly became excited, and he said loudly, "This will be the greatest construction since Emperor Taizu. Greatness goes down in history.”

Song Xiang had experience in smuggling with pirates, so he thought of more.The imperial court has a port that is completely open to the outside world, which will surely attract thousands of merchants to come here.This is completely aboveboard, and the trade protected by the imperial court will inevitably lead to a drop in export prices if there are more merchants.

Then, the high profits of smuggling must not continue to be maintained.

As long as the Tianjin Port is completed, there is no need for His Majesty the Emperor to order anything. This is already a heavy blow to the smuggling in the south of the Yangtze River.

Now smuggled in the south of the Yangtze River, a middle and low-grade porcelain bowl can be sold for two taels of silver, in fact, the cost is less than twenty yuan.

In the future Tianjin Port trade, the price will be set at one tael, and the pirates will definitely offer silver obediently.Of course, this must be based on the premise that His Majesty the Emperor is willing to do business with the pirates.

Smuggling in the south of the Yangtze River can naturally reduce the price, but if smuggling has high profits, who would risk beheading to smuggle it?

Moreover, His Majesty the Emperor is not a person without means.

Song Xiang thinks of Ming Zhan's actions in Zhejiang and Fujian, and now he will unconsciously sweat all over his body.

Wu Wan saw that Song Xiang's face was flushed with excitement at one moment, and his face was waxy white with cold sweat at another moment. She thought that this person was crazy, and said to Shen Zhuo, "Xiao Shen Juren, we need first-class craftsmen for the construction of the harbor. There will be a bidding meeting for the stone and timber used to build the harbor, and all the objects. I heard that the royal newspaper is sold all over the world, and I want to use this publication to make this news known to the world.”

"Yes, yes." Song Xiang came back to his senses at this time, his face was quite embarrassing.

Xu Bingzhong and Wei Ziyao were very puzzled and asked, "Isn't there craftsmen from the Ministry of Internal Affairs who built the port? They are the best craftsmen in the world. The emperor's palace and the imperial mausoleum are also their missions."

Wu Wan said calmly, "For such a large project, if the craftsmen of the Ministry of Internal Affairs are willing, they can naturally participate in the bidding."

This is really offending, Xu Bingzhong thought to himself.

Wu Wan glanced at him, seeming to understand what he was thinking, and explained, "It's impossible to do things without thinking about offending others."

Xu Bingzhong hurriedly said, "Yes, yes."

"I'm a woman, and no one will come to my door. Song Xiang lives in the palace, and it is estimated that no one will look for him under His Majesty's nose." Looking at Xu Bingzhong, Wu Wan said, "If someone walks through the door, it is probably to Mr. Xu's place." .Mr. Xu knows it well, and it is always good to be prepared.”

Xu Bingzhong felt bitter in his heart, and had to smile apologetically, "Master Wu, don't worry, it's useless for anyone to come through the back door."

"Your Majesty Xu has worked hard to get rid of these people." His Majesty the Emperor was so considerate of arranging such a person. For the first time, Wu Wan felt that the burden on her shoulders was lighter.

In fact, Xu Bingzhong has been in the family of officials and eunuchs since he was a child. He is absolutely good at long-sleeved dancing, and he has a quick mind. He knows that this is not completely offending people's work, so he immediately responded, "I will definitely do it." Do your best, and if something happens, you will discuss it with Master Wu and Shopkeeper Song."

Wu Wan nodded, "Naturally, we have done a great job of doing this job well. The three of us are not people with high reputations. His Majesty the Emperor gave us this opportunity, and it only depends on whether we can seize it."

This woman speaks better than a man.

Song Xiang and Xu Bingzhong were both embarrassed when they heard the words of "bad reputation", but Wu Wan's expression was pale, "The emperor has thousands of talented people, why didn't he choose officials from the court? Why didn't he order the Ministry of Internal Affairs to take over this matter? This is rare Song Xiang and I were born in merchants, and the elders are nothing more than bargaining, doing the best work with the least amount of money. The emperor thinks highly of us, but more people in the imperial capital want to see our jokes Son. If this job is done, I don’t need to say what will happen.”

Song Xiang's face was a little more solemn, he naturally understood how rare this opportunity is, if not for the blessing of fate, he would never have this opportunity.Once the matter is messed up, or the emperor is not satisfied, then there is no need for the emperor to speak, as long as the emperor does not block the pressure from the court for them.Xu Bingzhong is still good, and has a capable father.But he and Wu Wan will be knocked into the dust solidly, fearing that they will die.

Song Xiang broke out in a cold sweat again.

Even if this job is done, he will only get temporary safety.Who did he offend, Song Xiang knew better than anyone else.

In this world, if there is anyone who can protect him, it is probably only His Majesty the Emperor.

Someone wished he could be skinned and boned, wanting him to die.His Majesty the Emperor not only saved his life, but also gave him such an errand, such an opportunity.Song Xiang looked up at Wu Wan, isn't that where loyalty comes from?