After Zhu Fan heard this, he didn't have much reaction, but said calmly:
"Master Zhu, please take a seat."
Zhu Ying nodded, walked to the side and sat down.
Zhu Jixi was not too surprised when he saw that his father had completely changed.
Things like Zhu Ying's are really shocking to everyone who sees them.
After Zhu Ying sat down, Zhu Fan started chatting with Zhu Ying.
"Master Zhu has not been in the capital for long."
"Well, about a month."
"I heard someone say that the teahouse owned by Mr. Zhu is in the name of King Yan. I don't know what the relationship between Mr. Zhu and King Yan is."
Hearing this, Zhu Ying became a little cautious.
Although he didn't know the purpose of King Jin, he understood that King Jin wanted to explore his relationship with King Zhu Di of Yan.
Zhu Ying did not hesitate and said bluntly: "Before coming to the capital, I was engaged in the business of snowflake salt. Your Highness must have heard of it."
"When I was in Peiping, under the care of His Highness Prince Yan, the sales of snowflake salt went very smoothly."
"It was at that time that the prince died. I had admired the capital of the Ming Dynasty for a long time, so I followed King Yan to the capital."
"It's just that I'm just a businessman. I can't just hang around in Prince Yan's mansion and eat and drink for free. It just so happens that there are a few cooks among my entourage, so I'm very skilled at it."
"I was thinking of opening a breakfast shop. The eldest prince of King Yan has a good relationship with me, so I rented the teahouse by the Qinhuai River to me."
Zhu Ying slowly explained that she was not shy about her relationship with Zhu Di, including her business in selling snowflake salt, and she also told them frankly.
Because he knew that for people like King Jin, once they became interested in him, they would inevitably investigate him afterwards.
This information can easily be discovered by investigation, so it is better to take the initiative to tell the whole story to show sincerity.
When King Zhu Fan of Jin heard this, a trace of surprise flashed across his face.
The name of Xuehuayan is now well-known throughout the Ming Dynasty.
He is a foodie himself and is very particular about delicious food.
The emergence of snowflake salt has directly upgraded almost all vegetables to a higher level.
He once sent people to investigate the origin of snowflake salt and try to steal it.
It's a pity that a lot of manpower was lost, and in the end it was unsuccessful.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Ying standing in front of him was the person in charge of Snowflake Salt in the Ming Dynasty.
Zhu Fan still knew something about Snowflake Salt’s responsible person system.
This was made by overseas merchants, the Qunying Chamber of Commerce, who was the person in charge of the Ming Dynasty.
However, the salt of the Ming Dynasty was owned by the government, so the Qunying Chamber of Commerce mainly cooperated with the salt officials in the field of Xuehua Salt.
After hearing Zhu Ying's narration, Jin King Zhu Fan also calmed down.
He knew that the Zhu Ying in front of him who looked very similar to his eldest brother was not his son.
At present, it seems that it has nothing to do with eldest brother.
Regarding some traces of merchants, it is still easy to check the household registration and road guide at the Ministry of Household Affairs.
At this moment, Zhu Fan could only sigh that there were such similar people in the world.
In his mind, Zhu Fan also thought of his eldest nephew.
After all, Zhu Ying's age seems to be about the same as that of his eldest nephew.
However, this idea only crossed his mind and was rejected by Zhu Fan.
The eldest nephew Zhu Xiongying, but he saw the burial with his own eyes. There is no resurrection of the dead.
Even if the eldest nephew is really resurrected from the dead, regardless of the fact, the eldest nephew himself should come back.
There is no such thing as living outside for so many years.
But whenever he turned his eyes and saw Zhu Ying's appearance and temperament, Zhu Fan always had an illusion in his heart.
"Your snowflake salt business is going well. There is a huge demand for snowflake salt in my vassal. If you have time, come to my vassal for a walk."
"Don't worry when it comes to cooperation, I will never treat you badly."
At this time, Zhu Fan seemed to have forgotten the purpose of calling Zhu Ying here, and instead spoke in a somewhat intimate manner.
The current feudal lord, to a large extent, has limited power over local officials.
Because he was born into the royal family, although some key things were not under the jurisdiction of the vassal king, in fact, he was no different from a local emperor.
The way King Jin spoke made Zhu Ying feel as if she had a very good relationship with King Jin.
illusion?
Or is it that the rumors are not trustworthy, because this is the way King Jin is.
Thinking of this, Zhu Ying warned herself in her heart. Rumors cannot be trusted. Only by having real contact with someone can you feel what a person is like.
"Your Highness is very polite. It is my blessing to be able to cooperate with His Highness."
Zhuying said with a smile.
If we can really have a good relationship with King Jin, it would be very good for now.
At least he has a firm foothold in the capital.
Of course he would not participate in the conflicts between Yan King Zhu Di and Jin King Zhu Fan.
Just keep a neutral situation.
Besides, between the two kings, in fact, apart from some mutual disdain, the vassal territory did not hinder them, but there was no other entanglement of interests.
"I also have a certain understanding of the Chamber of Commerce you are in charge of, but I am a person who can do great things."
"I see that you and Quan Zi are not much different in age. As people of the same age, you should get along relatively well."
Having said this, Zhu Fan said to Zhu Jixi, "Ji'er."
"My son is here."
"You should have more contact with Mr. Zhu. If you are able to run such a large chamber of commerce, there are many areas where you need to ask Mr. Zhu for advice. Do you understand?" Zhu Fan ordered.
Zhu Jixi heard this and replied: "Father, don't worry, my son and ministers will definitely consult Master Zhu together."
"Okay, that's it. I still have some things to do here, so you can go out first."
Zhu Fan said. He was also playing with the inkstone on the desk, as if he was ready to continue practicing calligraphy.
Zhu Jixi and Zhu Ying stood up, saluted King Zhu Fan of Jin and left.
"Your Majesty, it's getting late, so I'll take my leave now. If you have some free time, you can go sit in my teahouse." Zhu Ying said politely.
"Don't talk about my father's instructions, Brother Ying and I hit it off right away. If we chatter a lot in the future, please don't dislike Brother Ying." The crown prince Zhu Jixi said with a smile.
"We must sweep the couch to welcome you." Zhu Ying said solemnly.
"Just wait for Brother Ying's words." Zhu Jixi laughed.
Then he sent Zhu Ying to the gate of the palace, said goodbye and told the butler next to him:
"If Brother Ying comes to visit in the future, don't stop him. Please come into the house as soon as possible."
"Old slave understands."
Seeing Zhu Ying's back disappear, the eldest son Zhu Jixi quickly went to the study where his father was.
He wanted to have a serious chat with his father about Zhu Ying.
The shock that Zhu Ying brought to them has not dissipated until now.
He believed that the same was true for his father.
It's incredible.
at the same time.
In the palace of Prince Yan of the capital.
Zhu Di looked at Yao Guangxiao opposite, frowned and said, "You said Zhu Ying was summoned to the mansion by King Jin?"
"Yes, Prince Jin personally invited him." Yao Guangxiao said in a deep voice.
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