After Hu Weiyong left, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Zhu Biao and asked softly:
"Biao'er, do you know why we beat Hu Weiyong just now?"
Zhu Biao thought for a moment and then replied:
"Father wants to use Hu Weiyong's knife to control Li Jin, an unstable person, in his own hands."
"As long as Li Jin does anything wrong, my father can directly use Hu Weiyong to put Li Jin in jail."
"My son is smart and worthy of being our prince."
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and was very satisfied with Zhu Biao's performance.
But Zhu Biao's face was still full of doubts and he said:
"Father, I have something that I don't understand."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly, indicating that Zhu Biao continued.
"My son... I think your father is... targeting Li Jin?"
Zhu Biao's words were very tactful. In his opinion, Li Jin was just a small county magistrate, and there was no need for Zhu Yuanzhang to treat him like this.
After all, Li Jin made great contributions in governing Shanghu County and providing disaster relief to Yiwu County.
Even if Li Jin is not rewarded, there is no need to keep targeting Li Jin.
Zhu Yuanzhang narrowed his eyes slightly and said something meaningful.
"Biao'er, do you think we usually target Liu Bowen?"
Zhu Biao was stunned, but seeing Zhu Yuanzhang's expressionless face, he nodded honestly.
"Li Jin and Liu Bowen are the same type of people. They are different from Hu Weiyong and Li Shanchang."
"It's not that Li Shanchang and Hu Weiyong are incompetent. Li Shanchang has been following us since we started the army. Without his help, it will be difficult for us to conquer the world."
"It is not an exaggeration to say that Xiao He is reincarnated. Hu Weiyong is also a capable minister and official. They are all talented people."
"Although Liu Bowen and Li Jin may be better than them in some aspects, in our opinion, we prefer Li Shanchang and Hu Weiyong."
"Do you know why?"
Zhu Biao tentatively replied:
"Because they obey Father's imperial edict?"
Zhu Yuanzhang shook his head, a hint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes, and said in a cold voice:
"Because Liu Bowen thinks that we are from farmers, he looks down on us. He thinks that we are short-sighted and cannot govern the country well."
"Li Jin is the same person as Liu Bowen. They don't respect us in their hearts."
"Li Jin even dared to disobey our sea ban and planned to go to sea."
"No matter what his intentions are, this is something we cannot tolerate."
Zhu Biao was shocked, his eyes widened, and he looked at Zhu Yuanzhang in disbelief.
This was the first time that he heard Zhu Yuanzhang speak his true feelings. He did not expect that his father, who had always treated Liu Bowen with courtesy, would actually think so.
"But...but, Father, if that's the case, why do you let Liu Bowen and Li Jin go home to take care of themselves?"
Zhu Biao swallowed and stuttered.
He knew that Liu Bowen had always planned to resign and return to his hometown.
Since Zhu Yuanzhang hated Liu Bowen so much, why did he have to keep him around to be an eyesore?
"People like Liu Bowen and Li Jin must be kept under control."
Zhu Yuanzhang directly denied:
"They all have the ability to navigate the world. If they rebel, they will be a huge threat to our Ming Dynasty."
"If you can't use them, then kill them, but don't let them go."
Zhu Biao was irritated by Zhu Yuanzhang's cold words, and his hair stood on end, with incomparable horror in his eyes.
Seeing this, Zhu Yuanzhang slowly stood up and came to Zhu Biao's side, patted Zhu Biao and said:
"Biao'er, if you want to secure the throne, there are some things you must do. You will understand in the future."
"You go down first and inform your queen mother to get rid of the mirror as soon as possible in the next few days."
"We will use this money when Li Jin holds an investment promotion event."
Zhu Biao left the study room in a daze, and when he was about to reach Kunning Palace, he realized that his junior was already soaked through.
....
In the blink of an eye, half a month later.
Zhu Yuanzhang once again got on the carriage heading to Shanghu County, followed by two brothers, Queen Ma and Zhu Biao and Zhu Di.
"Fourth, what are you doing here this time?"
Zhu Biao glanced at Zhu Di angrily. When Zhu Di learned that Zhu Biao was going to Shanghu County again, he insisted on going with him.
"Brother, it's boring to be in the palace, why not go for a walk to relax."
Zhu Di said with a playful smile:
"Besides, I will be a vassal soon. Going to Shanghu County more often to learn the experience of governing the place will be a good thing for the people in my fiefdom."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded slightly. Zhu Di will go to Peking in the future. If he can learn even a little bit of Li Jin's skills, it will be a blessing to the people of Peiping.
Soon, Zhu Yuanzhang and his party arrived at Li Jin's house with ease.
Seeing Zhu Yuanzhang and others, Menzi warmly greeted them to the living room to wait for Li Jin's arrival.
After Li Jin heard Zhu Yuanzhang's arrival, he stood up excitedly and walked quickly to the living room.
"Hahaha, I am looking forward to the stars and the moon, but I am looking forward to Mr. Huang coming."
"Master Huang came just in time. This time I really want to do something big. With Master Huang's participation, I will be even more powerful."
Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hands indifferently and said:
"We heard that you are planning to form a chamber of commerce and hold some investment promotion activities, so we wanted to come and have a look."
"Now that we are here, please tell us a little bit about this chamber of commerce and what it is?"
"What is the specific business scope? How do you make money? How much money can you make?"
Li Jin heard that Zhu Yuanzhang was so direct and did not answer directly. Instead, he laughed and said:
"Mr. Huang is really straightforward. There is no need to rush this matter. I will tell you later."
"After everyone is here, I will talk to you together, which will save me wasting time."
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he was shocked and asked:
"Everyone is here? Do you have other guests besides us?"
"Of course, this is a big deal, we can't do it alone."
Li Jin said matter-of-factly:
"This time I have called everyone I know. It is destined to be a capital carnival."
"Let me tell you in advance, if I can do it well this time, I can earn so much money in a year!"
As he spoke, Li Jin stretched out five fingers with a mysterious look on his face.
"five million?"
Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but ask.
Five million is an astronomical figure. After all, the imperial court can only collect four million in annual taxes.
As a result, Li Jin's words directly shocked Zhu Yuanzhang.
"Five million? No, at least fifty million!!"
Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes widened suddenly, and Zhu Di and Zhu Biao beside him couldn't help but their blood surged, and even their breathing became heavy.
"Fifty million? How is this possible?"
Zhu Yuanzhang questioned him on the spot. After all, the figure of 50 million was too appalling.
Even though Zhu Yuanzhang is now an emperor and rich all over the world, he has never had so much money.
Not to mention owning it, I have never even heard of it.
"Nothing is impossible. When I lead you to open the door to the new world, you will know that wealth is just a series of numbers."
Li Jin's voice was domineering and he seemed to be extremely confident in leading Zhu Yuanzhang and others to make money.
Queen Ma couldn't help but ask at this moment:
"Master Li, can you tell me what kind of business you are doing to make so much money?"
Li Jin smiled mysteriously and said:
"You'll find out later."
While several people were talking, Menzi led several more people into the living room.
Li Jin was overjoyed when he saw this and said:
"Say Cao Cao Cao Cao has arrived."
"A few more of my friends are here."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the door curiously, but as soon as he saw the person, his pupils suddenly dilated, as if he had seen the most incredible scene.
