Myths and Dharma, starting from Erlang Shen

"Bo Yi, how did you discover this method of cultivation?"

Entering Ji Ren's pig breeding base and inspecting these plump and round Yunzhan white pigs, Emperor Qi was filled with joy. Although he was not worried that Zhuge Qinglan would lie to him, he heard that he never saw them with his own eyes. It must be shocking.

These pigs are all treasures.

Even the name Ji Ren was changed, and he was directly called Ji Ren with a word that he had almost forgotten.

"Listen more, see more, discover more. Unite knowledge with action, then read ancient books, and keep experimenting." Ji Rendao.

"It makes sense. Wang Yangming of the Ming Dynasty has an excellent combination of knowledge and action. What Daqi needs is not a group of nerds who can only read books about sages, but talents who can manage the world. If the Ming Dynasty could have half of what you have, I would I'm relieved." Emperor Qi smiled.

"Father, my son is also very hard-working. I am brave enough to practice and definitely not a nerd." Zhang Jingshou listened to the side and retorted with dissatisfaction.

Calling me a nerd is insulting.

"Those who only read sages' books are bookworms, but those who don't read are fools." Emperor Qi glared at Zhang Jingshou with dissatisfaction. He usually didn't like it, but now that he was standing with Ji Ren, it was even more unpleasant.

It is said that those who are close to vermilion are red, and those who are close to ink are black.

Following Ji Ren, I didn't see you learning well.

Zhang Jingshou stared and wanted to argue, but Ji Ren stopped him and glanced at him, "Customer, this is a customer."

Zhang Jingshou stopped when he saw this. Yes, customers, making money is important.

When Emperor Qi saw this scene, he was secretly surprised that Ji Ren could persuade Zhang Jingshou, but he did not go into details. He continued to look at the fat pigs around him and sighed: "If everyone was like Boyi, how prosperous our country would be." ah."

"What your Majesty said is true. I heard before that Viscount Ji was the unicorn gifted to me by God, but I still didn't believe it. Today, I saw that instead of being praised, it was downgraded. Viscount Ji is indifferent to fame and fortune, and he is devoted to the public. He can be called our Daqi." A role model for the younger generation." Xun Ling also praised him, which aroused everyone's surprise. It is not easy to be praised by the Xun family.

Only Zhuge Qinglan chuckled and said nothing. This was because he wanted to use words to set up his junior brother so that he could negotiate the price later. After all, you can be regarded as a role model for the younger generation of Daqi. You are still indifferent to fame and fortune. Are you embarrassed to bargain?

This kind of operation is enough to deal with ordinary young people who want to show off their reputation, but it's a pity that my junior brother doesn't care about his reputation.

"Sir, I'm so complimentary. I just did my duty. It's all what I should do," Ji Ren said.

"Young people have achieved such achievements and can be so calm. They are worthy of being a talent valued by His Majesty. As honest as water, if you have merit, I will definitely recommend that you be named Qingyongbo. You don't care about money, you are honest and brave." Xun Ling added. road.

"It doesn't matter in the future. If Boyi has made great contributions to the country this time, he can be named Qing Yongbo, with a reward of a thousand taels and a hundred acres of fertile land."

Hearing Xun Ling's praise, Emperor Qi was confused at first. He had clearly mentioned Fen Yongbo before, but he had already had a tacit understanding with Xun Ling for many years. With a quick thought, he quickly understood Xun Ling's thoughts and immediately praised him.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Ji Ren didn't expect that he would receive a reward for raising pigs and be promoted to a noble title, reaching the level of his grandfather. He thanked him immediately.

"No courtesy." Emperor Qi waved his hand gently, "Bo Yi deserves all of this. Since thirty-six years ago, there have been many turmoils in various parts of our country, Qi. Neighboring countries have taken advantage of the situation to plunder, and the culprits within have not been eliminated, and evil disasters have become more frequent." Outbreaks occur frequently and the people are poor. This year, there was a problem with transportation along the Yangtze River, which caused the price of monster meat to skyrocket. To be honest, the national treasury has been unable to make ends meet. All the officials advised me to collect taxes, but the people are suffering. How can I bear it? Fortunately, I have discipline. Sir, Ji Qing's appearance directly solved this urgent need."

"Your Majesty is concerned about the country and the people, and the wise kings of ancient times cannot match it." Ji Ren flattered him in cooperation.

"It's just fulfilling the duty of a king." Emperor Qi sighed, and then said, "Bo Yi, I have decided that the Ministry of War will collect your pork for food. I happen to be here today, so I will set a price. , one tael of silver and two pounds of Yunzhan white pork, what do you think?"

"Not at all? Father, you are buying and selling by force and bullying honest people."

Emperor Qi had just finished speaking, but before Ji Ren could answer, he heard Zhang Jingshou's strange voice.

Are you kidding? This is monster meat, not ordinary pork.

Take Biyanyun Sheep as an example. In previous years, one tael of silver could only buy less than a pound of Biyanyun mutton. But now the price of Biyanyun mutton has increased, and it costs almost three taels of silver per pound of meat. Now you can buy only one tael. Two pounds of meat, are you buying meat? You are cutting my flesh off Zhang Jingshou!

"I am discussing matters with Boyi, please stop interrupting." Emperor Qi glanced at Zhang Jingshou displeased, I am here to serve the country and the people, what kind of trouble are you causing to me?

Pigs are cheaper than sheep, and pork is more abundant than mutton. If you count the past years, you are still making money, and the money is flowing steadily, you know?

"What are you discussing? This pork belongs to our Tongfu Chamber of Commerce. Major issues of the Tongfu Chamber of Commerce need to be voted on. And I am the largest shareholder of the Tongfu Chamber of Commerce. Like Lao Ji's shares, we need to agree on this price together. , otherwise, we won’t sell it.” Zhang Jingshou looked at Emperor Qi head-on and said.

"Bastard, do you still think of me as your father-in-law?"

Emperor Qi never expected that Zhang Jingshou would jump out to stop him and said immediately.

"Father, are you talking to me as the father now? If so, I will follow my father back to the palace and let my father beat me and scold me, but in this case, don't talk about pork. If you want to buy or sell, Then let's talk business, don't separate public from private, and use power for personal gain." Zhang Jingshou frowned, not at all afraid.

After hearing this, Emperor Qi became even more angry, but in full view of the crowd, he could not take action. He just looked at Ji Ren and said, "Bo Yi, do you think so too?"

"Your Majesty, there are no rules and there are no rules. Even though the Chamber of Commerce is small, it has rules. I cannot make the decision alone. Otherwise, the Chamber of Commerce will not last long. His Highness Prince Ming is indeed the major shareholder and he has the right to speak." Ji Ren said.

Don't try to open a gap from my side, it's useless.

"Your Highness, the price given by Your Majesty is a fair price. Although it will reduce your profits, the profits will last for a long time. The so-called small profits but quick turnover is the principle. Doing business must be long-lasting. And Your Highness, you are the royal family of Daqi. Eat The cost of clothing is all taxes levied by the people of Daqi, and it is not appropriate to be so heavy on profits now."

Zhang Zheng, the minister of household affairs, and Zhang Jingshou's uncle saw the awkward atmosphere and immediately spoke to ease the conflict. At the same time, they winked at Zhang Jingshou and said, "Don't make it difficult for your father."

"Uncle. The so-called uncle-nephew family is related. Now the Chamber of Commerce wants to do business with the imperial court. The two of us need to avoid taboos. Uncle, it is better not to talk to me, lest others think you are enriching your own pockets. We need to avoid suspicion."

However, Zhang Zheng obviously underestimated Zhang Jingshou.

After hearing Zhang Zheng's words, Zhang Jingshou said confidently.

Go aside.

Don't force me to shave my head during the first month of the year.

Zhang's face was twitching, but there was nothing he could do about Zhang Jingshou, because indeed uncles and nephews wanted to avoid suspicion.

But there is a dear friend here.

Moreover, there seem to be a lot of people in this chamber of commerce. If everyone avoids suspicion, the court meeting will not even be held.

Emperor Qi's face twitched slightly. Who do you think you are?

At that moment, Emperor Qi said with a dark face: "What are you talking nonsense about? As a prince, I don't think about the suffering of the people, I just think about myself. If the news spreads, I am not afraid of being laughed at."