my brother-in-law is the prince

Compared to the concerns of the world, Zhang Anshi is not in a hurry.

The plan he made was fairly thorough.

There shouldn't be too much going wrong.

But when they entered Wenyuan Pavilion, they mentioned this matter, and Hu Guang and others praised it.

Of course, their praise angles are different.

"His Royal Highness Song, the princess concubine is really virtuous. I heard that His Royal Highness asked His Majesty to grant King Zheng, order Zhou Chan to be a long history, and also give a lot of money and food, and increase five hundred guards. These... should be It’s not going to be a rumor.”

Zhang Anshi smiled and said: "Yes, there is such a thing."

After Hu Guang heard this, his face was full of red, but he stroked his beard and said with a smile: "His Royal Highness Zheng is not from the empress, but he can regard it as his own flesh and blood. This approach is really impressive..."

Hu Guang said with joy.

Although even Xie Jin and others knew that this was just the trick of the Crown Princess Zhang.

But having said that, who knows what the virtuous queens of the past dynasties are thinking in their hearts?

For example, Empress Changsun, or Empress Ma of this dynasty, don't they really have any private thoughts?

It is precisely because people have selfish thoughts and preferences, but they can still restrain this kind of selfishness, not only leveling a bowl of water, but even prefer to suffer a loss for themselves, and do not teach others to be wronged, but teach others to feel respectable .

So much so that even Xie Jin couldn't help saying: "The bearing of the princess concubine is really uncomparable with ordinary women, and it is respectable and admirable."

Zhang Anshi said: "In fact, it's not to the point where you are so sought after."

Well, he was nothing more than a cry of humility.

But almost everyone shook their heads and smiled without saying a word.

Hu Guang couldn't hide the matter in his heart, but said: "Your Highness, you usually only care about serving the court, and you have indeed done a lot of practical things, but you don't know that these actions are really teaching everyone in the world to be happy."

Zhang Anshi humbly asked for advice: "Why?"

Hu Guang sat down, held tea, and said with a smile: "Look, His Royal Highness Song Wang is also sometimes not smart. Think about it, Your Highness, in the past dynasties, whenever the world changes, it is because the clan has some minor changes. A small dispute, or it is that the common people can't survive. Or... the world has Dong Zhuo."

"Now that I'm Ming, I don't have Dong Zhuo."

Zhang Anshi wanted to ask, how do you know there is no Dong Zhuo?
But if you think about it carefully, Dong Zhuo held power, bullied the emperor, and supported his soldiers with self-respect.To be honest, the person closest to Dong Zhuo's authority in Ming Dynasty may be Zhang Anshi!
Fuck, this matter can't be mentioned.

Hu Guang didn't know what Zhang Anshi was thinking, so he continued enthusiastically: "Besides that, there are civil uprisings, but now Haiyan and Heqing, where is there any civil uprisings?"

"In the end, the palace has changed. These words should not have been said, but these are some words that our academicians said behind closed doors, so we don't worry about anything..."

After a pause, Hu Guang said again: "But the changes in the palace, if you say a thousand words and ten thousand, isn't it because there are always some people who are unfair? Because there are differences between the elder and the young, and the differences between the sons and daughters. Some people get more, and some people get more. I feel that I have suffered a disadvantage, so I feel resentful! As a result, people's hearts are scattered, and in the end there will always be some right and wrong."

"But the concubine's concubine's demeanor today is really sweet, even for King Zheng, so the other concubines and princes are naturally not worried, and they can feel at ease in their hearts."

As he said that, he said with a bit of emotion: "Many times, things in this world are bad because of suspicion. It is obviously a good thing, but people have different hearts, but they have their own thoughts. In the end, it may become The worst possible outcome."

"This dynasty is fortunate to have such virtuous empresses as Madam Ma and Xu Niangniang, and now, the same is true for the Crown Princess and Concubine. I know that the most important thing His Royal Highness Song Wang values ​​is wealth. But His Royal Highness Song Wang doesn't know it. In fact, this is well-known. It’s also a fortune. An ordinary person may not be able to accomplish something even if he wants to do something. However, those who are well-known may only need to make a promise easily.”

"Just like the empress dowager, if other things happen in the future and everyone has a dispute, but if only the empress dowager stands up, then everyone will stop making trouble! Why? Because everyone believes that the empress dowager will not teach oneself A loss. Isn't that better than a little wealth?"

Zhang Anshi twitched his lips and said, "Grand Hu, why do I hear you say so much, but there seems to be something in your words?"

Hu Guang smiled, and said: "Other abilities, I am not as good as you, but Your Highness, you have entered the Wenyuan Pavilion, ruled the world, and won the trust of His Majesty, but there is one thing, the old man can't help being a little bit criticized. Then Yes...sometimes, people can't just look at the benefits in front of them...you understand what the old man means."

Zhang Anshi was taken aback for a moment, then his mood became a little less beautiful, and he said directly: "What does Mr. Hu mean, this king always compares pennies and pennies?"

Some words, it is good to understand, but can not be pierced.

At this time, a trace of embarrassment inevitably flashed across Hu Guang's face, and he said, "Ahem... there are some things, let's chat casually, if there is something, we can change it, if there is nothing, we can encourage it."

Zhang Anshi didn't intend to let it go, and said, "Mr. Hu, make it clear."

Hu Guang seemed a little helpless and said: "Then what can I say?"

He paused, and then said: "When dealing with the Fusang four feudal towns, in fact, His Highness should follow the example of the Crown Princess, instead of just caring about his own family..."

Zhang Anshi immediately said: "A feudal town? Hu Gong means that the feudal town I assigned to King Zheng was not good?"

Hu Guang pinched his beard and said, "It's not bad, don't worry."

Zhang Anshi said: "..."

Why is he not in a hurry when he is blamed for doing good deeds.

Hu Guang said: "But if it's good, why did King Zheng refuse? Asking to replace the feudal town? You see, even a teenager can't be fooled."

Zhang Anshi couldn't help saying: "Nonsense..."

"I told you, Your Highness, don't worry..."

He Zhang Anshi is not the kind of person who has no words. He was so ignorant that he silently acquiesced, so he said: "I clearly gave him the best feudal town, the conscience of heaven and earth. I am so considerate of others, but unexpectedly, It's really pitiful to be so suspicious of people."

Hu Guang smiled and said: "It's said that if there is something, change it, and if there is nothing, encourage it. What's the hurry?"

Zhang Anshi said: "Where did Mr. Hu hear it this time?"

Hu Guang hesitated and said, "This... this... from Songjiang..."

Zhang Anshi raised his eyebrows, but his heart became vigilant.

You know, it was a family dinner.

Apart from His Majesty, there is only Yi Shiha, the crown prince and the four grandsons, plus Zhang Anshi, there is no one else.

His Majesty will naturally not chew on this tongue.

Yishiha has always been steady, he can accompany the king for so many years, what should be said and what should not be said, his heart is like a mirror, Zhang Anshi is absolutely sure of this.

As for his brother-in-law, his temperament is definitely not the kind of person who chews his tongue.

Then there are the four grandsons of the emperor, Zhu Zhanyong and Zhu Zhanqian. Zhang Anshi thinks the possibility is not high. Things, may be forgotten afterwards, very careless.

Then... the biggest possibility is the two brothers Zhu Zhanxi.

It's just... what are they doing this for?

Is it because I'm going to the feudal land anyway, so it doesn't matter even if I say it?
Or, deliberately spread this news to teach people in the world that Zhang Anshi favors one and treats others more favorably, so he dare not treat them badly at the court level?
Or, he just felt that Zhang Anshi was unfair to them, so he took this opportunity to take revenge?
"It's so stupid, it's really stupid, it's really stupid to get the benefits of my Zhang family, but in turn, it's kind and revenge." Zhang Anshi screamed angrily.

Hu Guang quickly persuaded: "Your Highness, Your Highness, don't worry, in fact, people have selfishness, so why should it matter? Just pay attention in the future."

Zhang Anshi said angrily: "I pay attention to a bird."

Hu Guangdao: "Why are you scolding people?"

Zhang Anshi was so angry at this time, he ignored it and walked away directly.

Hu Guang couldn't help shaking his head with a wry smile, and said, "After all, he's still too young and not cultivated enough, which is not as good as the old man."

After all, Hu Guang was somewhat complacent.

…………

after March.

Fuso, the country of Izumo.

This place was supposed to protect the territory of the Daimyo Ouchi family.

However, the Ouchi family participated in the rebellion against the Ashikaga family, and the Ming army immediately entered Fusang, first defeated the main force of the rebel army, and then began to sweep.

And the Ouchi family of the Izumo Kingdom was naturally designated as traitors, and all clan members were escorted to the shogunate for punishment.

As for his retainers and warriors, most of them became captives.

Afterwards, a huge fleet came, and this Izumo country, naturally, changed its gate.

After all, the new Patriarch of Ashikaga is weak, and Daming thoughtfully chose the guardianship of the four vassal states. This huge fleet brought many civil and military officials, as well as a large number of craftsmen, with a full staff of 500 guards. In addition, there are countless supplies.

And this Izumo County, naturally, welcomed the officials sent by the vassal state.

There are also more than [-] guards stationed here for the palace.

Immediately afterwards, the new county magistrate began to summon the local elders and warriors, and roughly stated the crimes of the Ouchi family. Loyal and untrustworthy people will naturally be killed.

As for the main rebel backbones, most of them were severely punished. Now, General Zhengyi has invited Daming to replace the Ouchi family. Who has any objection?
This is probably the case with the Japanese. At the beginning, when they heard that the Ming army was coming, the Ouchi family called on people to resist the Ming army, and recruited a large number of warriors and strong men, and everyone was willing to use their lives.

But after trying his best, but being killed without leaving any traces, the Ouchi family was completely defeated, and after the dragons had no leader, everyone in the Izumo Kingdom expressed their obedience and welcome.

The county magistrate didn't have much interest in them, and immediately started leading people, confiscating all the properties of the Izumo Ouchi family.

But in this huge industry, there is a huge mountain range in it.

Iwami-san.

Immediately afterwards, a large number of people arrived here. They took compasses and various exploration tools, hired local natives as guides, and then began to enter the mountain.

And Sheng Chen, who was far away in Edo, got the news two months later...these exploration teams made a discovery.

Edo has now become the capital of Yue King Zhu Zhanyong's vassal state. This place is near the sea, but now it is a barren land.

In the past, the owner of the Edo family, because of his contribution to assisting the Ashikaga family in suppressing the rebellion, the General's Mansion conquered Yi and summoned him to the shogunate and granted him a more important official position. He was also re-granted a piece of land near the shogunate.

In this way, this Edo, naturally, became the base of Yue Wang Zhu Zhanyong.

Zhu Zhanyong originally had some scruples about rebuilding the city here. After all, Fusang is no better than other places. There are many ready-made cities here, such as Izumo City in the former Izumo Kingdom. It is very good, as long as the scale is expanded , you can.

But when he really arrived here, he knew the benefits of this place.

Here is just a large bay, even if there is a big storm, the boat can take shelter here.

In addition, this place is a good natural harbor. There are almost no hidden reefs in the surrounding sea area, and the water depth is sufficient, so ships can enter and leave without worrying about being stranded.

Such a good place is rare in ordinary places, and it is simply blessed.

Although Zhu Zhanyong did not have any competent officials, Zhang Anshi gave him a lot of civil servants. These people quickly began to go to various counties and counties, and then began to carry out the work at hand.

At this time, Sheng Chen also took a large number of people and went straight to Shi Jianshan in Izumo County.

a few days later.

Sheng Chen entered the mountain stream, and then, seeing the shiny silver smelted in a simple smelting furnace, he took a deep breath.

"Have you searched all around?"

"I've inspected it all, and it's everywhere. I'm afraid the scale of this mine is...bigger than what His Highness told you. I've inspected so many mines in Zhili and Jiangxi Chief Envoys and other places. , I have never seen a silver mine of this scale."

Sheng Chen's eyes lit up, and then he took a deep breath and said, "How about the grade of the ore..."

"It must be a bonanza... Shopkeeper Sheng, let's be honest, this place... Once it is mined on a large scale, I can guarantee that even if all the silver production in the world is added up, it may not be able to reach this place."

Sheng Chen: "..."

The reason why he didn't answer was obviously thinking about whether the other party was exaggerating.

On the other hand, this kid is really shocking, this... is equivalent to picking up a treasure.

"His Royal Highness King Song...His Royal Highness King Song...you are really clever, you are really clever..." After muttering, Sheng Chen said: "Don't leak the news for the time being. At present, the new feudal kingdom has not gained a stable foothold. It’s unknown what accidents might be caused…”

After a pause, Sheng Chen said again: "Give a secret report to His Royal Highness King Song, I'm afraid that the machines originally planned are not enough, we have to think of a way to order a large number of tools and machines from Xinzhou, we want to be in this mountain stream, Repairing the cableway, and even... laying wooden rails. All in all, don't miss any preparatory work. Also, find a way to recruit a group of craftsmen from Zhili... Don't worry about recruiting boldly, the wages... ...It’s easy to say, the salary can be doubled or tripled, and if it’s a rare person, it doesn’t matter if it’s five or ten times.”

"Yes."

Sheng Chen thought for a while, and then said: "Besides, it seems that those captive rebels can be used to some extent. Let's wait for a while to discuss this matter. In the next few days, I will let you investigate and clarify. The nearby mountains must be explored again."

Sheng Chen suppressed the excitement in his heart at this time.

He suddenly realized that a huge future lay before him.

In many cases, the so-called success depends on your own hard work, but in fact, there are many people who work harder than you in this world. Hard work is just raising the lower limit of people, but those who can really raise the upper limit of people are It's luck.

No, as far as Sheng Chen was concerned, he knew that it was not luck, but because of His Royal Highness King Song.

With such a huge ore vein, the quality of the ore can still be high, which is enough for him to be featured in various newspapers after the news spreads in the future.

…………

Winter to spring.

Another year passed.

Zhang Anshi sighed that time flies by like a fleeting horse, and he has already left in a hurry before he can recall it.

When he was young, he wished that time would pass faster.

But now, I can't bear it.

Today's Zhang Anshi seems like an idler. The New Deal is on the track, and it seems that it is no longer driven by people, and it starts to run wild like a wild dog that has run loose.

Up and down, from His Majesty to the Crown Prince of the Supervisory Kingdom, to the Grand Scholars of Wenyuan Pavilion, to the Ministers and Ministers of various ministries, and even merchants and ordinary soldiers and civilians, it seems that they are familiar with the New Deal.

Sometimes Zhang Anshi himself feels that he can't keep up with the changes in the world, and sometimes Zhang Anshi doesn't understand the meaning of some fashionable things that are said to each other among various ministers.

Zhang Anshi was a little uncomfortable at first, he has always been a leader, and he was the one to do the up and down affairs.

But when the people around him seemed to be getting more and more comfortable, Zhang Anshi realized that the current self seemed redundant.

In the final analysis, after all, his wisdom and talent were never much superior to those of the ancients.

It's nothing more than... I am more forward-looking than others, and I know the historical process 500 years later.

But now, these advantages have gradually begun to lose. Perhaps others have not noticed it, but Zhang Anshi himself knows that he has gradually returned to mediocrity.

This Ming Dynasty will never lack people with extraordinary IQs. Once these people start to get familiar with the context of the New Deal, they will be able to draw inferences quickly and unleash unimaginable creativity.

Zhang Anshi is used to it now, he is used to going to Wenyuan Pavilion aimlessly all day long to enjoy the autumn breeze.At noon, I started to hide from my laziness, and found an excuse to express that I had something urgent to do, so I slipped out.

Such days are peaceful and boring.

But if you think about it carefully, this so-called boring, to a certain extent, is not the end that all living beings who come and go in a hurry in this world are pursuing.