"You can talk nonsense about increasing my internal funds."
"You used melons from your Taoyuan County greenhouse to deceive my ministers. Do you think I don't know? No one else has seen it, but I saw it the first time I went to Taoyuan County. I... I guessed it right." Emperor Jing looked like he was Somewhat inscrutable.
Emperor Jing just thought about it for a while, there should be no aphrodisiac melons.
Fangzheng would send things to the palace every now and then. If there were such good things, he would have sent them here a long time ago!
This must be a melon from a greenhouse in Taoyuan County!
It turned out that I was angry because of the accounting audit by the Household Department, and I was taking it out on my son! Fortunately, it has nothing to do with me...
Fang Zheng took a deep breath and said, "Your Majesty is really very discerning, and I really admire him from the bottom of my heart! Yes, he is a melon from the greenhouse."
Emperor Jing asked: "Why wasn't this thing taken out earlier? Can this greenhouse be used to grow cold melons in winter? Can it be used to grow anything else besides melons?"
"You should be able to grow almost most of them, but the quality may not be that good."
“If greenhouses are promoted, wouldn’t farming be possible in winter?”
Although sweet potatoes are good, they are still poor as a staple food. As an emperor, it is obvious that he pays more attention to food.
Fang Zheng replied: "No! Your Majesty, the technology of greenhouses was not mature in the early years. Even now, the cost is very high. It is not cost-effective to grow grain. However, if you grow some vegetables in the winter and provide them to the wealthy households in Beijing, there will be no problem."
Although glass is mediocre in later generations, if you want to produce high-quality glass for greenhouses, the cost is still very high.
Taoyuan County spends a lot of money and people to grow vegetables in greenhouses.
Emperor Jing looked at the silver on the table and narrowed his eyes: "It's great to be able to grow vegetables. Why don't I carve out a piece of land for you in the eastern suburbs and send someone to build a greenhouse to grow fruits and vegetables? How much silver do you need?"
Seeing Emperor Jing's little movements, Fang Zheng suddenly understood.
I thought His Majesty had changed his gender! Isn’t this still about making money? I want to enrich my little treasury!
"Leave this matter to me! Your Majesty has already given me the land, how can I still have the nerve to ask for money?"
"It's just...in addition to using the greenhouse to grow vegetables, can I use the land for other things?"
The eastern suburbs are not far from the capital, with average conditions and mountainous areas.
But as long as the road is built to open up to the capital, the location will naturally be excellent.
The area is large enough, and it would be nice to build a few factories and some high-end farmhouses at the same time.
Unexpectedly, not only did I not get scolded today, but I also got an unexpected surprise!
"Well, of course it is possible. It would be a great achievement to allow the people in the city to eat fruits and vegetables in winter."
"Yes, yes, your Majesty is far-sighted and really worries about the people!"
Emperor Jing raised his eyebrows: "Stop giving me such weird energy!"
"Let's get down to business. The Ministry of Accounts has rechecked the account books and found no problems this time. But how can there be no problems at the local level?"
"The person behind Liu Xun is so hidden. It has become a thorn in my heart. If this thorn cannot be pulled out, I will not be stable!"
"I asked you to check, have you already started?"
Fang Zheng nodded in agreement: "I have already sent someone, and they should have arrived in Jianjiang long ago."
"But... I'm afraid it will be difficult to come up with an outcome for a while."
Emperor Jing closed his eyes and sighed: "I don't know. This matter is indeed difficult, but I believe in your ability."
"Actually, there are hidden worries about this matter. Although there is no evidence, I am worried that it will come into contact with the salt merchants of Qian Country."
Fang Zhengyi asked in confusion: "Your Majesty, the salt policy is such an important matter, haven't the salt merchants in Qian Kingdom been eliminated?"
Salt merchants are so important. According to common sense, it is a routine operation to eliminate the old forces.
Emperor Jing shook his head: "When the two countries were at war, I led my troops deep into the hinterland of the Qian Kingdom. Although the other side was retreating steadily, our army was nearing the end of its strength."
"Fortunately, the salt merchants turned traitor and spent large sums of money to fund the army, so I won this great victory."
"So I have always treated those salt merchants well, and even distributed some of the salt north of Jianjiang to them."
"On the other hand, the influence of salt merchants in the local area is complex and no one can replace them in a short time."
"At that time, the old land of Qianguo still needed to appease the people and should not be turbulent, so we couldn't take action yet!"
Emperor Jing was silent for a while and continued: "Those salt merchants only have interests in their eyes. If they can betray the country, they will naturally betray me."
"In addition, I have heard many rumors about the salt merchants in the south over the years. It is said that the salt merchants are running rampant and lawless in the local area. It is a good opportunity to take advantage of this opportunity to rectify the situation."
"The people you sent out can do things conveniently. Do you need me to provide further convenience?"
Fang Zheng shook his head and said, "I have already handed over my seals to them, so there shouldn't be any obstacles."
Emperor Jing laughed dumbly: "You really trust the people below! Who did you send to do it?"
"Xie Xian, Your Majesty met him in Jianjiang."
"Well... I have the impression that this person has an outstanding memory and is a talented person. But he is a civilian after all. What if he is not courageous enough and cannot solve the problem?"
Fang Zhengyi frowned: "If we really encounter a hard problem, then I will have to go there in person."
This trip must have taken at least half a year, and he really didn't want to travel this far if it wasn't necessary.
"Speaking of going out, I have something I want to ask your Majesty for. The Shang Fang sword was broken, and Your Majesty said you would give me another one. You see..." Fang Zhengyi's expression began to become shy.
Emperor Jing was suddenly stunned, then smiled and said: "I didn't expect you still remember it in your heart. Come, give me the sword."
The guard who was pointed out by Emperor Jing immediately stepped forward, took off his sword and placed it on the imperial desk.
"Take this sword and use it."
"Ah...this..."
Fang Zheng was dumbfounded. This is a popular product used in the palace. You want to use this as Shang Fang's sword for me?
How can I brag when I go out?
If my colleagues see this, they will think that I am working as a security guard in the palace!
Emperor Jing saw his expression and sneered: "What? Do you think the sword I gave you is not good?"
"What else do you want from a good sword when you and the prince are fooling around in the palace?"
"There's no need to pick and choose. The sword I gave you is the Shang Fang Sword. It's a waste of a good thing for you. Take this and use it!"
Fang Zheng nodded helplessly.
I never thought it could be so casual, just use it!
As long as there is the emperor's endorsement, it will be fine.
"Then if your Majesty is fine, I will leave first and go to see how the prince is doing."
Emperor Jing looked disdainful: "You're just a raccoon dog, don't be an eyesore!"
Fang Zhengyi chuckled, nodded and turned to leave.
When he turned around, he picked up the stick on the ground and walked out of the hall quickly...
