Daming: I became Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest son

Embarrassed, Zhu Di could only change the subject, and said, "Cousin, it's already winter, why do you have so much cotton here?"

Zhu Tao smiled again, and said: "My cousin, you are really forgetful. I have a greenhouse here. The crops grown in the greenhouse can be said to be like spring all year round, and I also researched the cotton by myself. High-yielding variety."

Originally, Zhu Di was just trying to change the subject and ease the awkward situation, but he didn't pay much attention to Zhu Tao's words.

Since Zhu Tao didn't want to sell the textile machine to Guoshangsi, it would be a good idea to come to him to buy cotton clothes and cotton cloth. Anyway, he is the father's adopted son, and his meat rots in the pot, which is also a win-win situation.

"Okay, cousin, this is a silver ticket of 3000 taels. I came out in a hurry today, and I only brought so much. You accept it first, and treat it as a deposit. I will make it up for you later. I will reserve [-] taels first." Set of cotton clothes and quilts."

After Zhu Di left, Zhu Tao called Lao Tang and gave him instructions.

"Old Tang, go and tell everyone that one hundred thousand sets of quilts and cotton-padded clothes should be completed as soon as possible, and we should try to finish them within ten days. In addition, weaving needs to be scaled up. If anyone is willing to do it, I will give away looms for free. .”

For these villagers, giving them free looms is basically the same as giving them a cornucopia for free. Naturally, everyone enthusiastically signed up.

When Zhu Di came again, he found that the weaving here had formed a scale, which was not only enough to supply the [-] sets of cotton clothes and quilts he wanted, but also had a large surplus.

Zhu Di was very happy to see this, and hurriedly said to Zhu Tao.

"My cousin is really talented. The weaving here has already formed a scale, and it is completely able to supply a sufficient amount of quilts and cotton clothes. Even if Mobei increases its troops by [-], I am afraid there will be no problem."

However, Zhu Tao did not follow his words, but said with a smile.

"Fourth cousin, I can't sell the remaining cotton clothes and quilts to your Guoshang Division. I have other uses."

Although Zhu Di didn't understand the use of Zhu Tao's remaining cotton-padded clothes and quilts, but seeing his confident appearance, it must be of great use, so he didn't ask.

He happily paid the rest of the money, and then asked people to load and transport [-] sets of cotton-padded clothes and quilts away.

Three days later, Zhu Yuanzhang was also thinking about how to survive the winter and keep out the cold on a large scale since the beginning of winter.

He summoned the Chief Assistant of the Cabinet and Liu Gu Jiuqing to discuss this matter.

"Dear dears, we called you here just to tell you how to deal with the disaster victims' winter. You can say whatever you want!"

As soon as the words fell, the bigwigs of the imperial court all began to talk in a hurry.

As the chief assistant of the cabinet, Li Shanchang spoke first.

"For the victims to spend the winter, we must first consider the issue of keeping them warm. The minister suggested that the household department quickly dispatch some reserve materials and quilts in case of emergencies."

This is very pertinent, but it has no specific effect.

The disaster victims flocked to the capital, who will send it?How exactly?This is a muddled account. Li Shanchang said this, but in fact, if he said it, he didn't say it.

Wang Haiyang, Minister of the Ministry of Officials, suddenly came out of the class and knelt down again and said: "The responsibility of the minister is the Ministry of Officials. I feel that the first thing to do in disaster relief is to employ people. I recommend Liu Jian, the doctor of the Ministry of Officials, to be in charge of this matter."

Unexpectedly, just as he finished speaking, he was suddenly interrupted by the Minister of the Household Department.

"Your Majesty, I just got a report that the victims who came to the suburbs of Beijing from other places have been well resettled. At this time, everyone is shouting long live and celebrating the emperor's grace."

Zhu Yuanzhang just received a secret report from Jin Yiwei yesterday, saying that disaster victims from other places gathered in the suburbs of Beijing, and they were in danger of freezing and starving. How could the matter be resolved today? He stared at the Secretary of the Household Department with wide eyes and asked.

"Ai Qing, tell me quickly, what's going on?"

Shen Meizhuang, Minister of the Ministry of Household Affairs, had a happy face and said happily: "I just received the news that more than 100 porridge sheds have been opened in the suburbs of Beijing. They not only serve porridge for free, but also eat meat buns. At the same time, they have built a lot of food. Temporary tents for people to live in, in addition, brand new quilts and cotton clothes are distributed to everyone for free!"

The more Zhu Yuanzhang listened, the more confused he became. What is going on? I have been worrying about this matter for a long time, but I haven't had time to arrange it. Who on earth has the heart to buy kindness for the king?

There are more than 100 porridge sheds, and the buns and quilts are also distributed. This set up costs a lot, and thousands of taels of silver can't beat it a day.

He hurriedly asked: "Shen Aiqing, do you know which yamen is handling this matter, tell me quickly, I will give you a good compliment!"

Shen Meizhuang thought for a while, and then replied: "Your Majesty, I have already inquired about it, and it is not some yamen that is handling this matter. It is a young farm owner in the suburbs of Beijing who has paid for the disaster relief for the imperial court. I only I know that those who are in charge of serving porridge call him Shaodongjia, but I don’t know his name.”

Having said that, Zhu Yuanzhang has completely understood, a look of joy flew to the brows, and he said loudly: "Okay! Yes, he is worthy of being our son, worthy of being our son of Zhu Yuanzhang. He usually seems to be a playboy, but in fact he has something in his heart. The common people have the world, and they can share my worries for Lao Tzu, Tao'er is doing great!"

At this time, Liu Bowen, among the three chief assistants, was not there, and Li Shanchang and Song Lian also understood that the person who bought the good for the king was Zhu Tao, the adopted son of the superior.

He also stepped forward and praised: "Superior, it is indeed remarkable that Zhu Tao can make such a move, and the ministers are also very happy that the superior can recognize such a adopted son."

Zhu Yuanzhang was overjoyed. Seeing the bewildered expressions of the ministers below, he quickly explained: "My dear friends, you don't know. Some time ago, Zhu Tao, the genius who offered potatoes, we rewarded him with a piece of cake." Duke Fu's Xu Jue, in fact, is also our adoptive son, we can treat him as our own son."

Speaking of this, everyone completely understood why the emperor valued that Zhu Tao so much, but judging from Zhu Tao's current performance, he did not insult His Majesty's importance.

Since he is the adopted son of the superior, there is nothing to say. Now no one dares to make irresponsible remarks. Instead, they all began to persuade Zhu Yuanzhang to make Zhu Tao the county king.

However, Zhu Yuanzhang knew that Zhu Tao didn't want to be a petty official like a dibao, let alone a prince, so he immediately ordered.

"Dear dears, we are here to make a decree, you all heard clearly, none of you can disclose the relationship between Zhu Tao and us, and you can't go to Zhujiazhuang to disturb casually, of course, the officials of the Six Departments and the Shoufu Grand Master can go Ask politics, but don't reveal your identity!"