When Hu Weiyong explained his purpose of coming in front of Li Jin's residence, he thought he would be able to see Li Jin smoothly.
But when the disciple heard that Hu Weiyong was from the capital, he immediately asked for two hundred taels of silver, otherwise there would be no need to talk.
After all, Hu Weiyong was investigating covertly and could not reveal his identity, but he was still angry at the man in front of him with his nostrils turned upward.
After the communication was fruitless, Hu Weiyong participated in politics in Zhongshu Province, but was turned away by a small county magistrate because he did not bring any money.
This made Hu Weiyong consider it a great shame and humiliation.
But after Hu Weiyong calmed down, he was shocked by Li Jin's bold behavior.
You must know that what the current emperor hates most is corrupt officials, but now Li Jin is blatantly asking for bribes in front of the door. This is true, newborn calves are not afraid of tigers.
Or is there a backer to support you?
Before Hu Weiyong figured out Li Jin's whereabouts, he decided not to alert the enemy for the time being.
In Hu Weiyong's view, this Shanghu County was specially built for their Huaixi Group.
There is prosperous commerce here, a large population, and countless wealth. As long as they occupy this place, the Huaixi Party will be able to stand firm in the court.
To be disrespectful, when the time comes, even if Zhu Yuanzhang wants to touch them, he will have to think twice.
After Hu Weiyong was sure that he could not see Li Jin, he planned to return to the capital.
He wanted to explain the situation here to Li Shanchang as soon as possible, and then discuss his next attitude towards Shanghu County.
On the way out of Shanghu County, Hu Weiyong saw someone carrying a banner with the words that the magistrate of Shanghu County intended to rebel.
This made Hu Weiyong overjoyed.
He quickly called these people into the carriage and asked about the situation.
"You are saying that Li Jin actually recruited more than 3,000 soldiers in Yiwu County?"
After hearing what these people said, Hu Weiyong's eyes suddenly widened.
What does it mean? Could it be that Li Jin is secretly training the army and wants to rebel?
Hu Weiyong then thought about it. Shanghu County was so prosperous, with money and food. If there was really a rebellion, it would be hard to say.
After all, since ancient times, the basis for rebellion has been money and food.
Based on Hu Weiyong's understanding of Shanghu County, it goes without saying that the money and food in Shanghu County must be piled up like a mountain.
Hu Weiyong immediately took all these people with him, and even offered him kind words and comfort on the way.
These people may be important witnesses against Li Jin in the future.
Thinking of this, Hu Weiyong thought of the insult he suffered from his disciples in front of Li Jin's door, which made him hate Li Jin as much as possible.
Soon, Hu Weiyong took these people back to the capital.
Without returning home, he took these people and rushed to Li Shanchang's home without stopping.
It was getting late at this time, and Li Shanchang fell asleep in his concubine's room. This was Li Shanchang's fourth concubine.
From the first year of Hongwu to the fourth year of Hongwu, the rate was basically one per year.
When he heard that Hu Weiyong asked for an audience, Li Shanchang knew that the matter in Shanghu County had come to an end. He didn't have time to say goodbye to his concubine, so Li Shanchang put on his pajamas and walked out.
In the living room, Hu Weiyong looked tired, but his eyes were shining.
"Teacher, this disciple has already investigated the matter in Shanghu County."
The moment he saw Li Shanchang, Hu Weiyong stood up and said excitedly to Li Shanchang.
When Li Shanchang saw Hu Weiyong's appearance, he knew that things in Shanghu County were inseparable.
"Exactly the same as the rumors?"
Unexpectedly, Hu Weiyong shook his head and said excitedly:
"It's worse than anything else, teacher, this is a gift from God to our Huaixi nobles!"
"It can be said that there is gold everywhere. It is no exaggeration to say that Shanghu County is a place where every inch of land is valuable."
Hu Weiyong told Li Shanchang everything he had investigated in Shanghu County in the past few days.
After hearing Hu Weiyong's words, Li Shanchang also had an incredible expression on his face.
Then he gently stroked his beard, frowned slightly, lowered his head and began to think.
After a while, Li Shanchang finally raised his head and asked Hu Weiyong:
"What do you think about this matter?"
"Teacher, shall we take action?"
Hu Weiyong said it very straightforwardly. Even he couldn't help but salivate over a place like Shanghu County.
Before leaving Shanghu County, Hu Weiyong was still thinking about winning over Li Jin.
But the people he met on the road directly changed Hu Weiyong's psychology.
Although Li Jin is also from Huaixi, he is not from a noble Huaixi family with upright roots. It is still unclear whether he will be of the same mind as them.
In this case, wouldn't it be safer to directly remove Li Jin from his position as the magistrate of Shanghu County and replace him with one of his own?
Li Shanchang nodded slightly and asked again:
"Are the people you found appropriate?"
"Don't betray us temporarily and cause trouble for us!"
"You know, those people in eastern Zhejiang have been watching us. If we make a mistake at this time, they will never let go of this opportunity."
Hu Weiyong had just been promoted, and he felt that Zhu Yuanzhang valued him very much. He didn't take the people in eastern Zhejiang seriously and said directly:
"Teacher, don't worry, there will never be any problem with this matter."
"Rebellion is a serious crime. No matter what, Li Jin will be kicked off the position of county magistrate. As for whether he can survive, it depends on the emperor's will."
Li Shanchang understood Zhu Yuanzhang's thoughts better than Hu Weiyong.
If it really involves rebellion, he can kill even Zhu Yuanzhang's nephew, let alone Li Jin.
"If the charges are really proven, Li Jin will be dead."
"It's just that I feel a little pity for his talent."
"Wei Yong, how do you think he managed to make Shanghu County so prosperous in such a short period of time?"
Even Li Shanchang, who has the title of Xiao He's Talent, couldn't help but marvel at Li Jin's methods.
After all, the prosperity of Shanghu County has reached an appalling level, making it difficult for people to imagine such unpredictable methods.
However, Hu Weiyong didn't care in his heart. No matter how powerful his methods were, he would still die in the hands of Hu Weiyong in the end.
If the emperor knew about Li Jin's extraordinary ability, how could he, Hu Weiyong, stand out in the court?
"Teacher, after all, Li Jin is not one of ours. It is better to eliminate this unstable factor as soon as possible."
Li Shanchang didn't say anything else, but told Hu Weiyong to settle those people he brought back.
"You should have a good rest these days. When you are on duty, you can bring this matter up."
"The so-called three things a new official should do when he takes office, let's take Li Jin as your first thing."
Afterwards, Li Shanchang asked Hu Weiyong to go back home, while he continued to return to his concubine's room to rub their hair together.
....
In the blink of an eye, another three days passed.
In the early morning, Zhu Yuanzhang handled the political affairs of various ministries in an orderly manner.
"Your Majesty, I have reported to you that the magistrate of Shanghu County has evil intentions. He illegally recruited sergeants in Shanghu County, trained them secretly, and conspired to rebel!"
Hu Weiyong's words successfully attracted the attention of civil and military officials to him, who had just taken office as a political participant in Zhongshu Province.
