There were many businessmen in the Song Dynasty and even more officials.
But looking at the court, Cao An is the only one who can combine the two into one.
It's not that he is so good, but that most people who become officials are ashamed, and no one wants to delay their promising career just because of a few dollars.
"Now that you have entered the court, it is better not to interfere in the affairs of merchants."
Zhao Zhen felt that he was redeeming a fallen soul so that he could find his way back.
After all, Cao An made great contributions to this food shortage. Not only did he solve the problem with a little trick, but he also brought a lot of revenue to the court.
He felt that such a minister should be given another chance: "Hand over those who beat you for punishment, and then concentrate on being an official. The way of a merchant is not the right path after all."
The prime ministers and assistants also nodded.
The officials spoke very well today!
Who says you can't be independent at a young age? Zhao Zhen's performance today can be said to be reasonable and well-founded. He not only protected those close to him, but also gave a perfect solution.
But the problem is...
When did the officials protect Cao An so much?
Liu E also subconsciously glanced at the son beside him, without any expression, but his eyes were a bit playful.
Forty thousand dollars!
Anyone else, even the emperor, would know how to take advantage of others.
"But the official family..."
Cao An changed his expression to a more serious expression and handed over his hands: "The reason why I smashed that family's house was not entirely because of impulsiveness. I was just angry!"
Isn’t this an impulse?
The ministers listened to his sophistry and felt that the baby was hopeless...
Even the official family has stepped down for you. By saying this, aren't you obviously trying to slap the official family in the face? Although the little emperor has no rights, you can't really stop using bean bags as solid food, right?
"What are you so angry about?"
Zhao Zhen's face looked a little ugly.
In the past, it was okay to be refuted by the prime ministers, but now even the admonishers around me don’t take me seriously. I, the emperor, have failed!
"Does the official know why that girl was sold into slavery?"
Cao An's tone was calm, and he looked at the monarchs and ministers in the palace with neither humility nor arrogance: "Her family was originally a tenant farmer in Zhongjiazhuang outside the city. Because she was unable to repay the debt, she was forced to become a lowly citizen by a gangster."
If you can't afford the money, use someone to pay off your debt.
This matter is not new in the Song Dynasty. This situation existed in any feudal era.
"Isn't this what it should be?"
Wang Zeng has never liked to participate in these messy things, but today he took the initiative to speak: "Pay back debts! It has been a matter of course since ancient times. Being unable to repay debts... This is not worthy of sympathy."
Prime ministers are all doing great things, and they will not abuse their compassion because of certain sufferings.
If everyone wanted to be considerate, then everyone would not have to do anything. No matter how hard you perform your duties, there will always be many injustices that cannot be taken into consideration.
"Yes, it is right to pay back debts."
Cao An bowed to him and said respectfully: "But the king didn't know that the reason why her family was in debt was because of the food shortage... The signed contract was canceled for no reason. The food that she had worked hard to save for a year suddenly suddenly It’s as cheap as dirt. I can’t repay the debt I owed for buying seeds and spring plowing.”
"Does this have anything to do with this?"
Wang Zeng felt that this man was confusing right and wrong.
"Of course it does matter!"
Cao An kept his gaze steady and said solemnly: "Those grain merchants colluded with the people, and the promised acquisitions were canceled for no reason. They even forced the people to sell their women to pay off the debt! In the end, it is the people who lose!"
Could this matter have something to do with the grain dealer?
Zhao Zhen stared at Cao An, stunned, and even showed a bit of admiration in his eyes... If you want to talk about nonsense, I will not be his opponent if I practice for another twenty years!
"Do you think this official is being unreasonable?"
"..."
Neither the king nor the minister spoke, but gave him the answer with their eyes.
Cao An smiled slightly and said: "But this is the same thing! How can the grain merchants break the contract for no reason! But the people can only endure injustice?"
"you……"
Lu Yijian couldn't listen anymore and said in a cold tone: "Do you know what you are talking about? You ruined other people's business for no reason. This is your fault! Not only do you not repent, but you also try to excuse yourself? Even if you have merit, you can be arrogant. ?"
"That's what Prime Minister Lu taught you."
Cao An lowered his head and held his hands in his hands: "The official will compensate for the loss caused by Ren Yaoxing, and the Kaifeng Mansion will also make an explanation. But right now... shouldn't we think deeply about it?"
An ordinary family only has that much food for a year.
The money is invested in buying seeds, renting farm tools, and spring plowing. The remaining food will be used to fill the gap in the next year, and then the next year will continue.
But now that food is worthless, people will naturally be unable to make ends meet.
"In order to make up for their own losses, grain merchants pass the losses on to those who don't have much food left all year round. Is this really reasonable and legal?"
Cao An's voice was low but very clear: "Is it right that they force people to sell their sons and daughters? Does a good family deserve to be ruined?"
This is a big topic, which sheds light on the current situation of people today.
But just because it is so 'big', it cannot be solved in one or two sentences. Now if you bring it to the table, it will only embarrass everyone.
Everyone knows the disadvantages, but how to solve them?
Let alone the Song Dynasty, this kind of thing is inevitable in any dynasty, but who can solve it? Can you take care of everything in the world?
"This matter cannot be solved by just one word from you."
Lu Yijian frowned slightly and said in a displeased tone: "Do your part and run the business well... If you can become Prime Minister in twenty years, it won't be too late to think about these things again!"
After all, he was still messing around.
But when the topic reaches a certain level, you will know that he is talking nonsense, but you can't expose it easily.
What is ethical PUA?
Today, all the monarchs and ministers have learned the lesson... Cao An's mouth!
…
Umrah will end.
Cao An said nothing and walked out of the hall alone.
The three prime ministers and assistants stood on the imperial steps outside the palace. After looking at each other, they shook their heads and smiled bitterly.
"This boy has the attitude of a prime minister!"
Zhang Zhibai looked at the young man's back dumbfounded: "It's obvious that he was wrong, but he can find an excuse that no one can overturn. If he is allowed to enter the political hall, he will either be a capable minister in governing the world, or... ...Do you remember that Ding Wei, the traitorous prime minister back then, was also so eloquent!"
"Ha ha!"
Lu Yijian raised his head and smiled: "To be able to compare him with Ding Wei, Prime Minister Zhang's words are more praise than criticism."
"Ding said he just took the wrong path, but there is no doubt about his ability."
Wang Zeng suddenly said: "Cao used his power to dominate the government and the opposition, didn't he also fall into his hands?"
"Well, it's too early to say these words now."
Zhang Zhibai waved his hand and smiled: "Now it's the censors who have a headache. I thought I could use this to knock Cao An's limelight...what about now? Haha, I really want to see what these people will do. response!"
