During the Ming Dynasty, the seeds of Zizhi had already emerged.
In Xiao Han's view, Shen Wansan's generous reward for the army and the repair of the city wall were not simply a contribution to society.
This move was nothing more than to gain influence in government affairs and to please Zhu Yuanzhang in order to gain greater social power.
It's a pity that he slapped the horse on the horse's hooves. Who is Zhu Yuanzhang?
The Hongwu Emperor was born into poverty.
For businessmen, just like powerful people from aristocratic families, they have no favorable impression at all.
Want to spend money to become an official?
For other emperors, they might sell it when they see that the treasury has no money.
But Zhu Yuanzhang no longer exists here.
"What?"
"How can it be?"
"They are just some businessmen, but they actually want to lead the Ming Dynasty. What do they think?"
Zhu Biao spoke in shock.
"Nothing surprising."
"In fact, the foundation for the operation of society is a production relationship. To put it bluntly, the people will listen to whoever can give the people a bite to eat."
"The imperial court can take the people to eat, so can powerful families, and businessmen can do it if they have wealth and production and trade."
"It is precisely because of this that while our court is using them again, we must also be wary of them."
"Under our influence, the businessmen's tentacles have rarely entered the court, which was originally the forbidden area of the powerful family. Isn't it normal for them to be greedy and want to get more?"
The corners of Xiao Han's mouth curled up.
"Then...are we going to suppress them?"
Zhu Biao said a little uncertainly.
"No need."
"Since we promoted them, it is to allow them to balance the powerful families in the court."
"So it doesn't make much difference whether they form a group on their own or follow us, right?"
"Remember, I said that merchants are the beasts of the flood, and you and my brothers are the great Yu who controls the floods."
Xiao Han smiled confidently.
"Hahaha!"
"That's right. If you and I are here, those businessmen will have to serve our Ming Dynasty even if they have other ideas."
"In that case, I will go back first, and we will see you in court tomorrow."
Zhu Biao laughed.
"What's the rush? Could it be possible to go back to bed so early?"
Xiao Han curled his lips.
"Ahem."
"You kid, what are you talking about?"
Zhu Biao coughed twice.
"Um?"
"Why did you react like this?"
"Wait a minute, your family won't really win the bid, right?"
Xiao Han looked at Zhu Biao's expression and immediately looked at Zhu Biao suspiciously.
It stands to reason that Zhu Xiongying will have to wait two years for his birth. At this time, Zhu Biao and Chang Qingyun should still be working hard.
But considering the big tonic soup that Xiao Han sent there, it is not impossible at this time.
But the problem is, it’s only been a month, right?
How did you see this?
"Just yesterday, Qingyun told me that she had a dream in which a child called her mother."
Zhu Biao said.
Xiao Han:? ? ?
"So hasty?"
Xiao Han was stunned.
"Well, actually, I went to the imperial doctor later, and the imperial doctor told me that the time was still short and I couldn't judge, but based on Qingyun's complexion, I could wait for two months to take a look."
"Fengxue, are you telling me that I probably already have a son?"
Zhu Biao said.
"Why do I feel like the imperial doctor doesn't want to disappoint you too much, so that's why I say this?"
Xiao Han's mouth twitched.
This kid turns out to be quite smart, but why does his IQ drop to zero when it comes to it?
"No way, isn't it said that it's usually hard for doctors to explain this kind of thing clearly, so they all imply it like this?"
Zhu Biao scratched his head.
"Okay, let's not talk about this anymore. The matter about the Ming Dynasty's industrial skills and the north and south directions has finally come to an end. Let's call the second, third, fourth and fifth people over and let's have a fight. Barbecue, I also want you to try my barbecue skills.”
Xiao Han said to Zhu Biao.
"ah?"
"The third child and the fourth child are shouting together. Aren't you afraid that they will fight?"
Zhu Biao said to Xiao Han.
"snort!"
"Can you be of some use? You are their eldest brother. If they can fight in front of you, what do you do for food?"
"Anyway, I have long been unhappy with these two living treasures, so I just took this opportunity today to treat them both well and turn them against each other."
"If we really want to, we can't look at each other. If we can't fight, we'll kill each other and ignore each other. Under our noses, both of us should be honest."
Xiao Han snorted.
"Yes, it's not a problem for the two of them to continue like this."
"Okay, let's agree in advance. When we brothers are drinking, you can't let Tong Zhangshun get involved. I heard that even Lan Yu drank to him and fell down."
Zhu Biao smiled at Xiao Han.
"Get out!"
"Am I that kind of person?"
"Remember, don't come alone. Bring Qingyun with you. If you really win, you can eat something good during this time."
Xiao Han rolled his eyes.
"Don't worry, my family must be all here. If the child hadn't come out yet, you wouldn't be able to drive away the three families."
The corners of Zhu Biao's mouth curled up.
With Zhu Biao's greeting, not long after, figures were already poking around in front of the British Palace.
The first one to come was Zhu Ru.
"Brother, what's wrong?"
"You called me here suddenly. Is there something wrong with your body?"
Zhu Rui said to Xiao Han with concern.
"nothing."
"It's rare that I have some free time these days. Your eldest brother and I are thinking about getting together with the brothers tonight."
"On the other hand, your elder brother said that your sister-in-law may have a baby, and you can take a look tonight."
Xiao Han said to Zhu Ji, feeling slightly moved in his heart.
Normally, Zhu Rui would usually be the last one at parties or not come at all.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Rui was the first one to come today, thinking that there was something wrong with his body.
"That's it. The person who came didn't explain clearly, so I was shocked."
"Don't worry, my sister-in-law's affairs are up to me. Just because the imperial doctor is not accurate doesn't mean that I am not accurate. I dare not say anything else. With my medical skills, there are few who are better in the world."
Zhu Zhu patted his chest and said.
"Okay, stop bragging."
"No matter how good you are, can someone else be so good as a doctor?"
Zhu Biao came in from outside and said with a smile.
"Brother, you look down on people."
"It's not like I haven't communicated with the imperial doctor before."
"They all say that I am no less than them at such a young age, and that I am a medical genius that is rare to see in a century."
"Otherwise, who am I to say that you and your elder brother will be protected? You will not die before I die?"
Zhu Ru puffed up his chest.
"Smelly."
"We still have to rely on you to survive."
"If you die one day, won't we both have to be buried with you?"
Zhu Biao chuckled.
"This is not what I said. If it reaches dad's ears, you have to explain it to me if he beats me."
Zhu Xi said immediately.
"Don't worry, there are three people here. If you don't go to dad's place to make yourself uncomfortable, no one will betray you."
Xiao Han said with a smile.
"Hey! You're here quite early."
"Um?"
"Lao Wu?"
"Rare visitor!"
Squeak!
Amidst the sound of wheels, Zhu Fan walked in from outside the British Duke's mansion. When he saw Zhu Xi, he couldn't help but speak in surprise.
"Boss, brother, why do you have time to summon the brothers today?"
"Weren't we all so busy in the past that we didn't even have time to go to class?"
Zhu Fan said with a smile.
Xiao Han was too busy and left the class to others for the time being. Zhu Fan and others were very happy.
After all, besides Xiao Han, who is at the top of the food chain, who is going to teach them and not give them some face to the Ming princes?
How could you really be serious with them?
That's true, it depends on your mood in class, and you don't want to be too comfortable if you skip school and wake up.
"It seems like you haven't been serious about your homework lately."
"It just so happens that I have nothing to do recently, how about I resume teaching to you later?"
Xiao Han curled his lips slightly at Zhu Fan.
"ah?"
Zhu Fan opened his mouth and was slightly surprised.
"how?"
"I'm not welcome?"
Xiao Han glanced at Zhu Fan.
"Welcome, of course."
"Brother, you don't know. During this period of your absence, I think you will miss the tea and the rice."
"No, today I heard from eldest brother that the brothers were getting together. Except for the accident of the fifth child, was he the first one to arrive?"
"Isn't it obvious that I admire you?"
Zhu Fan said to Xiao Han.
"Okay, okay, it's so gross. Go wash the meat and prepare it for skewers."
Xiao Han rolled his eyes, the third eldest brother Zhu Fan was just smoother than the second eldest brother Zhu Ping.
"Okay brother."
Zhu Fan nodded immediately and went to the kitchen to prepare.
After Zhu Fan, Zhu Xi, Zhu Di and Chang Qingyun also arrived one after another.
Seeing Zhu Di's arrival, Zhu Fan couldn't help but look unhappy for a while, but after being glared at by Xiao Han, he didn't dare to say anything more.
Xiao Han, Chang Qingling, Xu Miaoyun, Chang Qingyun, plus the five brothers of the Zhu family, there were nine second generations of the Ming Dynasty royal family gathered in the British Duke's mansion.
When a group of people work together, no one is needed, and the efficiency is extremely high.
Not long after, the skewers were grilled by Xiao Han and then served on the table.
"smell good."
"Brother Feng Xue's cooking is indeed the most delicious. Everything is delicious."
Chang Qingling had just eaten a bunch of food and her eyes couldn't help but stare at Xiao Han's stove.
"You can also eat what your brother-in-law bakes. He doesn't bake...it's not bad either."
Seeing Xiao Han's enthusiasm for baking, Zhu Biao volunteered to start baking too, and handed the baked goods directly to Chang Qingyun.
Chang Qingyun said this as she saw everyone gathered around Xiao Han.
"Sister, is it really okay for you to lie to your own sister like this?"
Chang Qingling looked at Chang Qingyun's expression and couldn't help but say.
"No...actually, it's really not bad, it's just a little worse than the wind and snow."
"I just ate suddenly and didn't react."
Chang Qingyun blushed when her sister exposed her on the spot, but outside, she had to protect her man to the end no matter what, and she must not embarrass Zhu Biao.
Zhu Biao's expression twitched slightly when he saw it, so he immediately picked up a bunch and ate it unbelievingly.
Then, his expression changed immediately.
(End of chapter)
