Xiao Cheng was very depressed. There were exclamations, beatings, and low hums in the room. Who knows if you were beaten or hit someone? Take a look for yourself. As for chasing you, , why is the situation different from when he was guarding King Kaiping? He was not beaten that time, but only lost a month's salary...
Gu Zhengchen doesn't care what kind of guard you are, or what orders Lao Zhu has. You'd better stay far away in Jinling. Beat him every time you see him. There are Zhang Pei and Yao Zhen. How do you two look after the house? Guarding the hospital, even this guy can't be stopped!
Deduct money!
Zhang Pei and Yao Zhen want to cry. What does this have to do with us? The fault is his. Why does Mao let us bear the consequences?
Xiao Cheng, right? Beat him up!
For the first time, Gu Zhengchen saw how powerful Xiao Cheng was. This ordinary-looking guy was really impressive in his skills. Yao Zhen and Zhang Pei could be said to be good guards, but the two of them didn't take advantage of each other.
Xiao Cheng's fist was like a meteor hammer, both heavy and fast, with agile steps and a stable foot. Even if he tried to show off his flaws and resisted Yao Zhen's punch, he remained unmoved. He even used Yao Zhen as a shield and was able to catch him. He was thrown out. If Zhang Pei hadn't caught him, he would have been lying there for who knows how many days.
Seeing this, Yao Zhen and Zhang Pei closed their hands and clasped their fists.
Xiao Cheng saw that the two of them were not angry, but full of admiration, and quickly returned the gift: "You two have great skills, but their shortcomings have changed. With time, they will definitely be able to make further progress."
Yao Zhen shook his head helplessly: "It can't be compared. Back then, King Kaiping swept away the weak and became stronger when he was strong. He led you to fight on the battlefield without losing a single thing. Now when you fight, you know that you are not as good as me. Back then, you fought wildly against the world's powerful enemies and were invincible. It shows the strength.”
Zhang Pei was full of admiration: "What a great man!"
Gu Zhengchen ignored the three people complimenting each other. After Chang Yuchun died suddenly, many of his subordinates were split up. Most of them became subordinates of Li Wenzhong and Xu Da, but more than fifty people were selected by Zhu Yuanzhang. Join the personal guards, including Xiao Cheng.
It can be seen that there are many capable people around Lao Zhu.
Gu Zhengchen is very busy. Although he is going to Quanzhou, the errands of the treasure bank transfer department have not yet been completed. The watermark has not yet been conquered. As for the tissue paper work, it has just begun. The preparations for the bank are almost completed. However, the system and process Not perfect yet.
"When setting up a local bank, safety must be ensured. The location should be near the county government office. If something happens, the government officials should be able to arrive in a very short time. In addition, the bank's treasure notes, gold, silver and copper coins must be reused. New type of money bank and cash box, do you know what a safe is?"
Gu Zhengchen was talking to Fei Zhen and other blacksmiths. Seeing that the number of people was unclear, he gestured and said: "The money bank can be set up underground with three doors. In the first door, people will check waist badges, and in the second door, they will check ticket stubs. The third door tests the secret language. The first two doors can be opened from the outside, and the third door can only be opened from the inside."
"As for the safe, it needs to be made of pure iron. It is best to be fixed on the floor. If that doesn't work? Just chisel nails. Reserve a few holes in the box and drive them in with nails. The safe is equipped with two locks and the keys are stored separately. When two people enter the vault, they must enter alone and at a time. If they are traveling together or there are other people around them, the inner door is never allowed to be opened to avoid hijacking and breaking the door..."
Gu Zhengchen knew that the probability of someone seeking death like robbing a bank was extremely low. If he had the ability, he might as well rob a big banker.
The bank represents the court, and the court will not let it go if it is robbed. If a large household is robbed, the large household will most likely report it to the government, and the government may not be interested in arresting the person. Even in times of famine, when the people cannot afford to eat, they will basically not go to the bank to trouble them. There is no food there. Since there is trouble, they can directly rob the landlord's food, so they can still have enough to eat...
Of course, we can't rule out the possibility that criminal thieves will take risks. If some guys with thick necks and brains don't work well, they want to do something big, so basic safety measures still need to be in place.
As for the supervision and protection, there is no need to send additional manpower. It is enough to directly transfer two government officials from the county government to patrol every once in a while. After all, the distance is short and they can be reached with just a few steps, so there is no need to arrange for manpower to stand guard. If it is too dignified, people and businessmen will not dare to go in and exchange money.
As for how to enter and exit accounts, do accounting, transfer money, and how to carry out commercial loans and private loans, etc., it is not something Gu Zhengchen needs to consider. There were banks in the Tang, Song, and Yuan dynasties, and there were many talents and experience in this field.
Fei Zhen looked at Gu Zhengchen, who had given the clear explanation, with some reluctance: "If you could stay, Fei wouldn't have trouble sleeping all day long. The amount of treasure is so huge that I can't handle it alone."
Seeing that Fei Zhen was looking haggard, Gu Zhengchen said with a smile: "There is no need to be impatient about the treasure banknotes. The master plate has not yet been completed, and the tissue paper and watermarks have not yet been completed. You still have at least half a year to prepare calmly. This half year is enough for you to prepare it calmly." When the banks are spread out, start with prefectures and then counties, just step by step."
Fei Zhen nodded heavily and suggested: "I will be the host tonight and practice it for you."
Gu Zhengchen did not refuse.
After Fei Zhen was imprisoned, he wrote a letter stating that the craftsmen had made false accusations, and joined other craftsmen to place fingerprints and campaign for him. He's a person you can get along with, and at least he won't add insult to injury.
Restaurant, side dishes.
Fei Zhen and Gu Zhengchen chatted and laughed endlessly, each expressing their feelings.
The two of them were chatting, when a drinker on the side suddenly shouted: "What, the ship sank on the Yangtze River, but people died?"
Gu Zhengchen turned around and listened.
"I heard that two officials died, they seemed to be former censors. Their family members have identified the bodies and cried so sadly."
Fei Zhen picked up the wine bowl and glanced at Gu Zhengchen: "It should be Yan Dui and Liang Lai."
Gu Zhengchen frowned: "His Majesty arranged for them to go to Taicang Prefecture to inspect the warehouse. How could it sink in the river?"
Fei Zhen chuckled: "Don't pretend to be confused. The craftsman Zhang Jiujiu falsely accused you. If he said that no one was behind it, you wouldn't believe it. As for who is behind the scenes, it depends on how these two former censors came out. What a surprise.”
Gu Zhengchen drank it all in one gulp and took a breath of alcohol: "It seems that he has been silenced."
If it was Zhu Yuanzhang, he would never use such boring methods.
Yan Duan and Liang Lai are not Han Lin'er. They are insignificant guys. They can just be taken back and chopped. In this case, this accident was probably arranged by Chen Ning or other shady actors.
Fei Zhen seemed to remember something, looked at Gu Zhengchen, and reminded in a low voice: "When you go to Quanzhou, you will bring a guard with you."
"nature."
Gu Zhengchen had no doubt that he was there.
Fei Zhen relaxed and said with a smile: "That's good. Come and drink this bowl of wine. I hope the man from Gu County will clean up well and come back soon."
Gu Zhengchen thanked him.
After arranging the Baochao Lifting Department, Gu Zhengchen resigned from the post of Deputy Chief of the Baochao Lifting Department. Zhu Yuanzhang did not agree, but added a new deputy to the Baochao Lifting Department.
What Lao Zhu is thinking is, you know so much, how can you say anything about the treasure banknotes in the future without the title of deputy director? Maybe you will be used to check the bank in the future and supervise the banknote promoters. There is always a need for someone. Identity makes things easier.
Gu Zhengchen didn't mind and went to Zhan Tong's house. The two talked in the study for more than two hours.
When leaving, Zhan Tong sent him out of the house and told Gu Zhengchen: "Only by living up to the people can you win the hearts of the people. Only by living up to the emperor's favor can you win the hearts of the people. May you be cautious and honest in the future, pray for the people, and not be afraid of storms and waves."
Gu Zhengchen looked at the old Zhan Tong and knew from the loud gasps he made from time to time that his days were numbered. There was a hint of sadness in his eyes. He took off the jade pendant from his waist and put it in Zhan Tong's hands. , said in a deep voice: "Old Minister, this jade pendant is my personal belongings, and I will leave it to you for safekeeping for the time being. When I return to Jinling, you must return it to me in person!"
Zhan Tong picked up the jade pendant and squinted at it. He saw that on the white jade pendant, one side was engraved with "Fu Er" and the other side was engraved with "Zhengchen". The surrounding patterns were rough and bold, somewhat unworthy of the gentle and modest temperament of jade. .
"Haha, are you making a promise to me?"
Zhan Tong looked deeply at Gu Zhengchen.
Gu Zhengchen nodded heavily: "The agreement has been made, but it needs to be fulfilled. If you break the agreement, you will not be a gentleman."
"Haha, you are worried that I am dead in Jinling. That's all. Live a few more days, old man, and see how you stir up the situation in Quanzhou!"
Zhan Tong smiled heartily.
Gu Zhengchen held Zhan Tong's old hands, nodded heavily, then turned and left.
Zhan Tong looked at Gu Zhengchen's back and said to Zhan Hui beside him: "This man has justice in his heart, and the road ahead must be bumpy and bumpy. If he can live longer, he will definitely be the minister of humerus in the court. I'm afraid, The storm is evil..."
Zhan Hui puffed up his chest and said seriously: "Father, I will not lose to him."
Zhan Tong turned to the side, considered it, moved his cane, and said with a smile: "The way to be an official is not to be how big or high the official is, but to be how many things he has done and how many names he has left behind. Remember, being a minister The way should be spoken to the common people and dare to be the first in the world."
Zhan Hui kept it in mind.
Gu Zhengchen stayed in Jinling for another ten days. During these ten days, he went to Wei Guogong's Mansion or the East Palace every other day to discuss the army's religious program. He also visited Liu Ji on the way. The rest of the time was spent in He stayed with his family in the mansion and entrusted the family affairs to his father-in-law Zhang He.
Yao Zhen wanted to follow, but Gu Zhengchen refused.
The Gu family has offended many people, so they always need to have a bodyguard at home. Besides, Zhang Xiwan occasionally needs to go out to Jurong, so what can he do without a reliable person around him? As for Gu Cheng and Sun Shiba, they often need to be outside to deal with The sale of three courtyards in Jurong.
Parting hurts the soul the most.
Gu's mother, Zhang Xiwan and others sent Gu Zhengchen all the way out of Jinling City and thirty miles away.
Gu Zhengchen looked at Zhang Xiwan with red eyes, and said with a forced smile: "If you continue sending it to Jurong, go back and pay more attention to your family and don't let your mother worry. Don't worry, a letter will be delivered every month."
Zhang Xiwan couldn't bear it, but there was no other way.
Reluctantly saying goodbye, there is ultimately a difference.
Gu Zhengchen gave Zhang Xiwan a heavy hug, then saluted his mother, gave Qingqing and others a few words, then got on his horse and took Zhang Pei and Xiao Cheng straight to Jurong.
I couldn't bear to look back, so I just waved with my back to my relatives.
