Xiao Yan originally thought that he would definitely be punished because His Majesty would seize the opportunity to kill chickens and scare monkeys.
He is a chicken and becomes His Majesty's pawn to scare the officials.
However, His Majesty said that he was a bright mirror and affirmed the role of his outspoken advice.
This is a great compliment.
Xiao Yan was deeply touched, and his blood was surging. He closed his hands and said tremblingly: "Your Majesty, the eternal sage, I have little talent and little virtue, and only a little loyalty. I dare not be worthy of your Majesty's words, and I dare not call you a mirror." "
When these words came out, the surrounding officials looked even more envious.
Xiao Mingjing!
This is the flag of the DPRK.
Zhao Shan looked at the courtiers from various ministries around him, and said in a deep voice: "The strong wind knows the strong grass, and the rough grass knows the loyal ministers. What the court needs is loyal people. Although Xiao Qing's ability is somewhat lacking, he is conscientious, loyal to the court, and loyal to me. This is It must be affirmed.”
"Your Majesty, Holy Might!"
Xiao Yan spoke respectfully again.
Other ministers also praised him one after another, calling Zhao Shan Shengming.
Zhao Shan smiled in his heart.
Selecting talents is a very particular matter. There is a meritocratic approach, there are also requirements for having both ability and political integrity, and there is also the consideration of loyalty first.
The best choice is to have both ability and political integrity.
However, the most important thing is that the selection of personnel should be based on the actual situation and local conditions.
In the current environment, Zhao Shan wants to emphasize loyalty, so Xiao Yan is the example he sets.
Zhao Shan achieved his goal and said in a deep voice: "Since everyone recognizes the efficacy of the barrel cart, we will immediately promote it in the Guanzhong area. For this matter, the Ministry of Household Affairs is responsible for allocating funds, the Ministry of Works is responsible for manufacturing, and Zhuge Shang takes the lead in making arrangements to lay it out in the shortest possible time. open."
"I accept the decree!"
Zhuge Shang, Shen Yuanqing and Cao An answered in unison.
The ministers in the DPRK and China were very excited. Drought is a big problem this year and is very bad for the people. Only by resolving the drought can the court have enough food.
Zhao Shan thought for a while, then looked at Cao An and said: "Cao Qing took the lead in making the barrel cart and gave him a hundred pieces of brocade and a hundred taels of gold. In addition, the craftsmen who assisted in making the barrel cart were each rewarded with ten pieces of brocade and a hundred taels of silver."
"I thank your Majesty for your kindness."
Cao An also quickly thanked him, feeling even more excited inside.
The Ministry of Industry has no sense of existence among the six departments. Anyone can call it twice, and it is like a coolie.
Receiving an award now means His Majesty's support and support.
Zhao Shan continued: "Cao Qing, the Ministry of Industry is very important. Building bridges and paving roads is the Ministry of Industry, farmland water conservancy is the Ministry of Industry, and smelting weapons is the Ministry of Industry. The Ministry of Industry involves all aspects. Without the Ministry of Industry, things cannot be done well. Do things well. , I look forward to the Ministry of Industry’s success.”
"I obey the decree!"
Cao An answered loudly again.
Zhao Shan ordered: "Let's go back to the palace."
The mighty team returned the same way, and then everyone went about their duties.
The need for barrel carts was urgent. Zhuge Shang worked with people from various ministries to make arrangements, and even coordinated with the army to help, and the arrangements were made in a short time.
The Guanzhong area is crossed by the Yellow River, and there are countless small rivers such as the Luoshui River, the Weishui River, and the Qinshui River that branch out.
With countless rivers, an elevated drum truck takes water from the rivers and introduces it into ditches to flow throughout Guanzhong to alleviate local droughts.
Time passes day by day, and in a blink of an eye it is late August, and the place is busy with autumn harvest.
Zhuge Shang ran outside all day long to personally understand the food situation in Guanzhong. It was not until the end of August that Zhuge Shang finished his work outside and came back with his tired body.
After running for more than half a month, Zhuge Shang's skin became much darker, but his eyes were shining and bright, and his temperament also changed completely.
The previous Zhuge Shang was more inclined to elegance.
During this period of time running around, my skin became tanned, making me look less elegant and more masculine.
After Zhuge Shang saluted Zhao Shan, he said excitedly: "Your Majesty, all counties in the Sili region have almost completed the autumn harvest of grain. Although there is still a little, it is a mountainous area and is no longer important."
"There has been a drought this year. Although it is not a severe drought, it has had some impact. Because of the existence of high-rotating drum trucks, there was sufficient water supply in the last month, ensuring a stable harvest for most grains."
"We have survived the drought, but in all parts of Daqian, except for a few places where there is no drought, most of them are experiencing severe drought."
"I believe that this winter there will be countless people who will have a difficult life and flock to the Guanzhong area from all over the country."
"Shang Shu Shen purchased a large amount of grain before. I plan to take this opportunity to arrange the resettlement of the people in advance and keep all the people who have poured into Guanzhong."
Zhuge Shang solemnly said: "With population, everything will be possible."
Zhao Shan looked approvingly and praised: "Zhuge Qing is right, we must plan ahead, make arrangements in advance, and try to keep all the people. Population is the basis of everything. Without people, there is nothing."
Zhuge Shang received support and said happily: "Your Majesty is wise."
"Report!"
Zhang Xu hurried in and reported: "Your Majesty, Shen Shangshu wishes to see you."
"pass!"
Zhao Shan gave an order.
Zhang Xu made arrangements, and after a while, Shen Yuanqing hurriedly entered the hall and saluted: "Your Majesty, Shen Yuanqing, pays homage to your Majesty."
Zhao Shan said: "What's wrong with Shen Qing?"
Shen Yuanqing said anxiously: "I have received news that Su Yunxi, a businesswoman from Jingzhou in the south, has arrived in Luoyang."
Zhao Shan saw Shen Yuanqing's appearance and knew that Su Yunxi's identity was not simple, and asked, "What is Su Yunxi's identity?"
Shen Yuanqing replied: "Reporting to your majesty, Su Yunxi is the youngest daughter of the late Taifu Su Zhen of Daqian."
"As a Taifu, Su Zhen was a veteran of three dynasties and had great prestige. During the period of Emperor Shun, Emperor Shun used eunuchs to sell his official positions. Su Zhen bluntly advised him, saying that Emperor Shun's actions would ruin Da Qian, but he offended the emperor and was dismissed from office. "
"Su Zhen was so angry that he crashed to death in the main hall. He had a strong temperament."
"Emperor Shun originally wanted to hold Su Zhen accountable and exile the Su family, but because of the advice of the courtiers, the Su family was saved. Since then, the Su family has returned to their hometown in Jingzhou."
"When Su Yunxi was more than ten years old, he showed his extraordinary talent and established Hefengtang to run the grain and cloth business."
"When I was doing business, I had a confrontation with Su Yunxi's He Feng Tang, but she forced me to retreat."
"This woman is very powerful."
"I don't know Su Yunxi's true background, but I can roughly judge that Su Yunxi is related to the Prince of Chu's Palace and the Prince of Wu's Palace. Otherwise, her business would not be able to span Jingchu and Jiangdong."
Shen Yuanqing said solemnly: "Su Yunxi must have come to Luoyang on the orders of Zhao Rui and Zhao Gou. Because after the defeat of the Japanese allied forces, Zhao Rui and Zhao Gou also suffered heavy losses, and they will not give up."
Zhao Shan was thoughtful after hearing this.
Su Yunxi is here.
Businessmen come to Luoyang to engage in business war?
After Zhao Shan thought for a while, he smiled and said, "What does Shen Qing think Su Yunxi is going to do?"
Shen Yuanqing replied: "It must be for food. This year, the food harvest in all parts of Daqian is poor. The food in the Sili area controlled by His Majesty is stable. When Su Yunxi brings food, he will first lower the price and bring down the price of food."
"Then, buy food in large quantities and hoard it."
"The reason why Su Yunxi is hoarding food is because it costs too much to transport food by land."
"Under this premise, Su Yunxi bought up the grain around Luoyang and then sold it at a higher price, thus disrupting grain prices and disrupting the local area at the same time."
Shen Yuanqing's eyes were sharp and he said: "Su Yunxi's move is to cause trouble to the place. I believe that the most unpretentious commercial warfare method should be adopted to seal up her Hefengtang, confiscate her money and food, and deport her."
"no!"
Zhao Shan answered without hesitation.
He shook his head and said: "According to your arrangement, if the news spreads, the reputation of the imperial court will be completely ruined, and businessmen will be afraid. If Guanzhong wants to develop, it cannot be separated from businessmen."
"So, you can't use your method."
"Searching your home is the last resort."
"If Su Yunxi wants to fight, I will accompany you to the end. What are you afraid of?"
Zhao Shan was full of fighting spirit and said: "If we can instigate a rebellion against Su Yunxi, it will be of greater value to us. How much is it worth to seize the money and food that Su Yunxi brought to Luoyang? It is not cost-effective to see small gains and lose great righteousness. "
Shen Yuanqing said: "Your Majesty is wise!"
Zhuge Shang also expressed his position: "Your Majesty is right, you should be cautious about Su Yunxi's methods, because the Su family has energy and influence in Jingzhou."
Shen Yuanqing received Zhao Shan's arrangements and said: "Your Majesty, I will go back to the Ministry of Household Affairs immediately to make arrangements. I will definitely suppress Su Yunxi and live up to your Majesty's arrangements."
Zhao Shan said with a smile: "You come with me. We will pay a private visit incognito. We will go to Hefeng Hall to meet Su Yunxi and see if she wants to drive up prices or has other intentions."
"I obey!"
Shen Yuanqing nodded in reply.
When Zhuge Shang saw this, he got up and went about the government affairs in his hands. He couldn't get involved in the fight in the shopping mall.
Zhao Shan and Shen Yuanqing changed into brocade robes and left the palace and went straight to Luoyang West Market.
Hefengtang is located outside Luoyang West Market. It has a large shop and covers a large area.
Zhao Shan arrived outside Hefengtang and saw the sign posted by Hefengtang. The price of grain is three cents per catty, better quality grains are six cents per catty, and refined grains are ten cents per catty.
Many people came to buy because the price of food was cheap.
Zhao Shan observed for a long time, and when it was almost noon, there was no one buying. Zhao Shan then entered Hefengtang, looked at the waiter, and ordered: "I'm looking for Su Yunxi, the big shopkeeper of Hefengtang."
The waiter looked at Zhao Shan and saw that Zhao Shan was wearing a brocade robe and had an extraordinary bearing. He said respectfully: "Wait a moment!"
He hurried to the backyard to inform.
Not long after, there was a sound of footsteps. Before anyone arrived, Zhao Shan smelled the faint fragrance of jasmine.
Su Yunxi walked out with a smile on her face. She was twenty-six or seven years old, which was a very mature age for a royal sister in this era.
Wearing a decent floral dress, she wrapped her graceful figure and blocked her hot figure, but she was still elegant.
Her facial features are very delicate, with sharp edges and corners, and her eyes are bright and energetic, giving people the impression of being capable and wise.
Su Yunxi walked very quickly and came to Zhao Shan in a blink of an eye. She spoke softly with her red lips: "I am Su Yunxi. I don't know what your lord does?"
The sound is clear and crisp, like big beads and small beads falling on a jade plate.
The faint fragrance of jasmine lingers around Zhao Shan, making people energetic.
