Yangzhou, Wang Mansion.
Standing at the door, watching his wife, children, and relatives being escorted out, Wang Chun had a blank expression. He was even in the mood to stand next to Commander Lin and introduce the origin of the treasures at home with a smile.
"Mr. Lin, look at this piece of 'Five Phoenixes inlaid with Gold and Jewelry'. There are five golden phoenixes in front of the phoenix, and the phoenix mouth and body are inlaid with pearls and gems. There are about fifty large pearls, and several second and third grade pearls. One hundred pieces, more than two hundred gemstones, extremely ingenious. It was a treasure given to my wife by my subordinates who served me well when the emperor was touring Yangzhou."
"Hey, please be gentle, this 'Wooden Begonia Style Bamboo Bonsai' is a rare treasure. The basin is made of wood, the rim is painted with gold paint, and the flowers are outlined in red.
The basin is dotted with blue metal leaves, and three green bamboo poles are erected on it. The texture is pure, and the top is tied with green leaves. Next to the bamboo pole are three sapphire lake stones and one bamboo shoot. The craftsmanship is exquisite. "
Wang Chun seemed to care more about these utensils than the porters, and even sometimes helped.
After a while, seeing Wang's mansion gradually being emptied, he breathed a sigh of relief and returned to the door.
"Master Lin, how are you? My family is pretty good, right? Especially some of the treasures given by the emperor are priceless. It's very easy to find a big family to sell them for ten thousand taels of silver." Wang Chun said proudly.
Lin Luofeng laughed: "Master Wang, are you in a good mood?"
Wang Chun sighed and shook his head: "I can't say it's good, just average. It's a mixed bag of joy and sorrow. I worked hard and long at night and worked hard for more than ten years, but everything turned into nothing. My heart is empty."
"Master Wang, do you think I won't kill you?" Lin Luofeng asked with a smile.
Wang Chun raised his eyes and looked at him: "Why do you kill me? I didn't resist, and I cooperated with the arrest. What's more, I am a third-rank official in the dynasty, and according to law, I am the judge of the three divisions. Why do you have it?"
As long as he arrives in Beijing and the emperor is there, regardless of the gold and silver he has contributed to the emperor over the years, and if he has the evidence of those officials, nothing will happen to him.
Otherwise, don't blame him for flipping the table!
"Why?" Lin Luofeng said with a smile: "Master Wang, don't you understand? What a fortune that is, more than 20 million taels of silver, can turn all your reliance into weapons against you. !”
Wang Chun's expression tightened: "More than 20 million taels, I have no idea what you are talking about! All my family property is here. If you carefully calculate it, it is only a hundred thousand taels at most, most of which are rewards from the emperor.
The Wang family has a big business. Is it normal to have such a small amount of money? "
Lin Luofeng waved his hand, and a timid old man came next to him.
The old man came to the two of them and bowed quickly: "Meet Mr. Lin."
Wang Chun was stunned when he saw the person coming, and then he couldn't believe it: "Steward Li, you?"
Butler Li felt a little guilty, lowered his head, and said weakly: "I'm sorry, sir, I want to be a good person!"
Wang Chun:? ? ?
Money, gone! Home is gone.
After a moment of silence, Wang Chun raised his head, looked at Commander Lin, and smiled confidently: "Master Lin, what a calculation! But you don't know that the money I took is only a small part.
Let me go, otherwise, I will kill you! "
Commander Lin shook his head: "Master Wang, don't you understand? The fish will die, but the net will not break!
Aren't you relying on the letters, account books and some evidence from the officials and the princes and princes to collect money?
But haven’t you noticed that since I entered the city, no one has come to deliver a message or ask for someone? "
Wang Chun was stunned and shook his head in panic: "Impossible, impossible, those people are smart people, they should know that if the Holy One doesn't let me go, he will never let them go!
Even if you let it go this time, you will have to settle the score later. Isn't this what their royal family is best at? "
Lin Luofeng smiled and stepped forward to put his arms around Wang Chun's shoulders: "I'm telling you secretly, your Majesty has issued a decree to the four major aristocratic families and the officials to fine you money and atone for your sins, and let bygones be bygones.
Oh, I forgot to tell you, there is another sentence in the decree: Only the first culprit will be punished! "
Wang Chun raised his head and met Lin Luofeng's teasing eyes, his eyes were splitting instantly: "Impossible, absolutely impossible!
Your Majesty, he cares about me. He even wrote me a letter to comfort me a few days ago, saying that he would protect me! "
Lin Luofeng then waved his hand: "Come here, take Mr. Wang down.
Oh, by the way, Mr. Wang has been worried too much and has not rested for several days. His face is pale, his eyebrows and eyes are swollen, and he is not in good health at first glance.
Hire a better doctor and treat him. Don't die on the way to the government office, otherwise you won't be able to get the job. "
"yes!"
Wang Chun was heartbroken and looked at him deeply: "Bah! Dog thief, my today is your tomorrow!
We are both tools, morning and night, I am waiting for you below! "
Lin Luofeng casually wiped the saliva all over his face and was speechless.
This ability to troll is the same as that of those singers. Have you ever practiced it?
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In summer, Yangzhou becomes lively again.
There was an endless stream of people and merchants at the port, and the bustle that had been there for a while finally returned to calm.
Shiploads of gold, silver and jewelry were constantly escorted to Shangjing through the canal. The money was all shipped from the homes of wealthy families.
The common people never knew that a family alone could have so much money, which they would not be able to earn in hundreds or thousands of years.
What's more, the people even saw some petty officials who usually kept a low profile hauling out boxes and boxes of money from their homes.
In this world, if you work peacefully, you will never get rich, and you may not even have enough to eat.
No matter which family was unlucky, as long as it was a rich family, the people were very happy. Even those who came out of prison after the Wang family fell and set off firecrackers.
Two months later, life returned to calm again, and the people suddenly discovered that no matter how much money they borrowed from those big households, it seemed to have nothing to do with them.
Even some landlords' tenants and merchants' workers have to pay more taxes and get less wages.
grass!
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Lin Mansion.
Early in the morning, Lin Ruhai, with the support of his wife, limped to the door to greet the angel.
After a while, Eunuch Chen, the chief eunuch, came slowly under the leadership of the honor guard, surrounded by hundreds of officials to welcome him.
"Feng, God is here to support you. The emperor pardoned and said:
The reward for virtuous and virtuous people is the official work of the imperial court. Yangzhou Salt Patrol Censor: Lin Ruhai, who took risks with his own life, was brilliant and brilliant, and broke the "Lianghuai Salt Corruption". I am specially appointed as the Deputy Envoy of the Lianghuai Salt Transport and temporarily in charge of all matters related to the Lianghuai Salt Transport. I appreciate this. "
"Wei Chen accepts the order!"
As soon as he finished speaking, all the officials watching were envious and jealous.
The salt inspector was originally a noble official, that is, a minor official from the eighth rank. As a result, Lin Ruhai was promoted to more than ten levels in a row and became the current fourth-level officer. It can be said that he reached the sky in one step.
The most important thing is that he is temporarily responsible for all the affairs of the Lianghuai Salt Transport. This is really a great favor from the emperor. He has millions of taels of silver passing by every year. Even if he is not greedy, it is still a bit greasy.
People are not greedy, but you still don’t know how to be filial?
I cried with envy!
Before Lin Ruhai could stand up, Manager Chen said with a smile: "Master Lin, by the way, I have another decree."
Lin Ruhai and Jia Min looked at each other, and had no choice but to grin and continue to kneel. Day and night these days, his legs no longer felt like their own.
It's all his own fault. Who told him to be so mean-mouthed before he died?
"Feng, Tian Cheng Yun, Emperor Zhi said:
The reward for virtuous and virtuous people is the official work of the imperial court. The wife of Yangzhou Salt Censor Lin Ruhai, Jia Shimin, Huilang Zhishu, gentle and courteous, Zuo Liangren's Confucianism, Xingxingxianxing; Chengling's daughter's talent and reputation, was honored in the Taiwan Constitution. Inherit the bravery of our ancestors and defeat thieves to protect the city.
Hereby, I am specially appointed as a third-grade lady, the deputy commander of the Jinwu Guards in Yangzhou, and leads a hundred households. I admire this. "
"My wife accepts the order!"
After announcing the decree, Manager Chen quickly stepped forward to help the two of them up. When he saw Lin Ruhai limping around, he was even more moved.
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"Master Lin, Mrs. Lin, in the Yangzhou battle, you worked hard and achieved great results. You sacrificed your life. Thank you for your hard work!"
Lin Ruhai glanced at Madam, a little embarrassed, then puffed up her chest and spoke sternly: "Mr. Chen is joking, I am a scholar who studies Confucius and Mencius. I will save the people, save the world, and repay the emperor's favor with my own body." These are the four words of loyalty, filial piety, benevolence and righteousness!"
"Okay!" All the officials onlookers, led by the prefect, applauded together.
"Mr. Chen, the banquet has been prepared. We are tired from the journey, so please come in and take a seat!" Yin Bingshou, the magistrate of Yangzhou, came over to greet us.
When an angel arrives, as a local parent, you must entertain him well.
Anyone who has ever done anything knows that nothing can be done better than a word from someone who is close to you.
Sometimes their words can turn small things into great achievements, and even make huge achievements into small contributions.
Manager Chen also nodded when he saw Yin Bingshou, and said with a smile: "Master Yin, you have done a good job in defending the city this time. The Holy Spirit said you are good."
Magistrate Yin's heart tightened. It could be said that he had greatly neglected his duty this time. People only found out when they came to the door of his house.
Fortunately, the city was defended, otherwise a mass execution would have been inevitable.
Those big players are so bold!
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Night, Lin Mansion, inner room.
On the bed, after the in-depth exchange, Lin Ruhai felt calm.
At this time, his mind was extremely clear, and his thinking was clear and fast. Many long-standing memories, which he had long forgotten before, were clear now.
The saint is mighty and mighty, not bound by gods, not changing with the world, the stars are dark, and the great road still exists.
Jia Min held her husband in her arms: "Husband, what do you mean by the Holy One? Why did you take my Daiyu to Beijing to be the princess's escort?"
Lin Ruhai said calmly: "I have money and you have soldiers. If you wait so long to pick up Daiyu, Your Majesty has already shown your full trust in us."
Jia Min suddenly understood, then became confused and said lazily: "According to the royal rules, shouldn't we issue a decree to grant a marriage to our little Yu'er at this time?"
Lin Ruhai's heart trembled. Ever since his wife started practicing that evil kung fu, her skin was like that of a young girl and her body was as graceful as a girl's. However, she could not last more than a few rounds each time and her husband was weak.
No, take more medicine!
Lele, save me!
"Huh? Husband, why don't you say anything?" Jia Min continued to ask.
Every time afterward, she felt that her husband was much smarter and his thoughts were very different from those during the day, so sometimes she felt confused and chose this time to ask questions.
Lin Ruhai said calmly: "Have you forgotten the results you and your daughter achieved when we broke into the city that day?"
Jia Min was stunned for a moment, then blushed.
At that time, she was happy to kill everyone on a whim, but now her reputation made her miserable. Not to mention the prefect's wife calling her to play cards again, now everyone calls her Sister Min.
My sister, Min, from Yangzhou, is ruthless and doesn't talk much.
As for her daughter's reputation, she is no less generous.
A girl with a little red riding hood walked slowly from the city gate to the Lin Mansion, killing gangsters all the way, punching every gangster, her body was all broken, and finally went home covered in blood.
The world is known as bloody hands! In the underworld, there is also a nickname: Bloody Hands Killer Lin Daiyu, which is just one word: Meng!
Such a girl may never have the chance to marry again.
Hey, it's all the blame on those gangsters. They just committed crimes and committed crimes, but they came out in front of them, but they didn't know how to kill themselves. They were really ignorant.
Shivering!
"Then I wouldn't worry about letting my daughter go to a cannibalistic place like Shangjing alone!
You also know that our daughter is so naive that she is often deceived by Lele until she is completely naked and doesn’t even have anything valuable.
In Beijing, there are intrigues and intrigues, and sometimes accidentally saying the wrong thing is a death penalty. Daiyu can't stay alone. I disagree! "Jia Min hugged Lin Ruhai's neck and said coquettishly.
Lin Ruhai:......
Is it possible that those in Beijing are worried?
He now even suspected that the most likely reason why the Holy Emperor had not ordered Xuan Daiyu to come to Beijing was: he was also afraid!
If he hadn't finished eating the medicine, in order to protect the secret, he probably wouldn't have announced this decree.
However, women naturally cannot tell the truth.
Lin Ruhai comforted him: "It's okay, just let Lele be with you when the time comes.
You don’t believe in others, don’t you still believe in Lele’s abilities?
You see, so far, with him by his side, has my daughter been sick once, been injured once, and been bullied once? "
Jia Min hesitated to speak.
I haven't been bullied by others, but I have been bullied by Lele, a cat. Isn't this similar?
Moreover, although it is said that there is no serious illness, there are actually some strange ailments.
She discovered it when she and her daughter were taking a bath together. She suspected that her daughter had a serious disease: There was nothing wrong with her!
This disease means bad luck to the daughter’s family and to wealthy families!
I don’t know if there will be any improvement in the future? It really gave her a headache.
After pondering for a while, Jia Min nodded in agreement and could only agree.
It is hard to disobey the holy will.
Moreover, when she went back this time, she had discovered that Taiping had been enjoying herself for too long, and except for Jia Lan, who seemed to be a bit promising, no one else in the Jia family was serious.
Including the old lady who was once cautious, she somehow thought that her precious grandson Jia Baoyu could turn the tide and save the Jia family from disaster.
"However, Lele seems to be running around outside a lot recently and often doesn't go home. Daiyu will leave with Manager Chen tomorrow, can she make it in time?" Jia Min was a little troubled.
Lin Ruhai chuckled: "Madam, you are a little worse than my daughter. Daiyu has mastered the method of summoning Lele Immortal, and it works every time!"
"Really, I don't believe it!"
"We'll find out tomorrow!"
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