Lin Gongzi medicine jar

In the Hall of Mental Cultivation, Emperor Xia Jing left the Nine Princes alone.He was leaning on the couch, holding the volume in his hand, and looked at Quiet Momo's son by the light. Under the light and shadow, Zhao Jingyu's side face looked calm and peaceful, with focused eyes, and he was very calm in front of the emperor.

This kind of stability is extremely rare at his age, Emperor Xia Jing couldn't help but feel relieved and guilty, and suddenly thought of the once delicate beauty again.

"Minmin..."

The Ninth Prince paused his hand, and then continued to rub the ink as if nothing had happened.

"Jingyu."

The Ninth Prince raised his head, put down the ink in his hand, bowed his head respectfully and kowtowed, "Royal Father."

Emperor Xia Jing laughed and said: "You and my father and son don't need to be so polite, Jingyu, come here."

Emperor Xia Jing beckoned, Zhao Jingyu walked over, only to see a volume handed in front of him, he looked up with doubts in his eyes, but the emperor nodded, he respectfully took it and opened it to read.

Emperor Xia Jing took a sip from his teacup, "How is it?"

This is a test paper. The Ninth Prince read it again and again, and confirmed the writing on it. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and he couldn't help saying: "This seems to be Uncle Lin's paper. In it, the discussion about border defense trade My uncle discussed it with Mr. Bai, and I was fortunate enough to hear a little about it."

"Yes, it's his."

"My son heard that Uncle Lin is Huiyuan."

Speaking of Lin Xi, the Ninth Prince was quite respectful in his speech, and Emperor Xia Jing was also very happy, "I can see the top ten papers at a glance. The rhetoric does not need to be gorgeous, but the whole article has something to say. This line is unique. The point of view is clear and well-founded, which makes people feel unfinished, worthy of being Master Bai's closed disciple."

Hearing Emperor Xia Jing's emotion, the Ninth Prince also agreed with Yi Rongyan, and couldn't help but said: "I go to the White Mansion, and I like to listen to the debate between Uncle Lin and Mr. Bai. Their master and apprentice often have different views, and their words are fierce when they argue. But it is not too much, and Lin Shu can often refute the old man so annoyed that he can only say "sophistry", but after that, he still let Lin Shu record it and discuss it together. I love Uncle Lin so much."

Compared with Mr. Bai, it can be seen that the Ninth Prince admires Lin Xi more. I don't know if it is because Lin Xi is a disciple of Doctor Fujian or because he is really impressed by his talent, but this kid's talent is for sure.

This is a person who understands the people's livelihood and national conditions, unlike ordinary scholars who talk about state affairs but do not implement them. The imperial court is also in need of such talents. The disciples are also in their prime.

In the past few years, Zhao Jingyu has spent more time serving in the emperor's study. Even though Emperor Xia Jing said he didn't care, after all, there is still a difference between father and son. many.

But today, because of the test, Emperor Xia Jing saw another side of his son, and the conversation between father and son was very good.

Emperor Xia Jing glanced at the volume in Zhao Jingyu's hand, and couldn't help feeling moved, and continued: "The horse market between Da Xia and Hu Nu has been going on for more than a year, but the commercial tax reported by the Ministry of Household Affairs last year is enough Arriving in Guangping Prefecture, hehe, who would have thought of that?"

Guangping Prefecture, that is Daxia Granary!

Zhao Jingyu's eyes lit up: "Moreover, there are only two items of tea and horses. Wouldn't it be more impressive if you add porcelain, cloth, etc.?"

Emperor Xia Jing nodded with a smile and said: "That's right, I planned it that way when the old man offered timekeeping, but unfortunately, these ministers quarreled in the court for more than a month, restricting the rest of the items, and finally opened the tea ceremony for the horses. After the [-]% commercial tax, no merchant is willing to do it, but look, who pays this tax? It allocated the salaries of the garrison, and also relieved the relief money for this year's flood."

Zhao Jingyu is clear about this matter. Lin Xi once explained it to him and Rong'er in more detail, and then said: "The world knows that businessmen are after profits. When doing business, there is no need for all kinds of management contributions, and there is no need to bear the risk of smuggling. After considering the pros and cons, it is definitely a good deal for businessmen. Uncle Lin said that the nose of businessmen can smell the smell of copper coins best, so most of them People are not optimistic about it, but as soon as the horse market opened, they heard the news, and now this group of people have made a lot of money, and they only hope that the court will open other categories as soon as possible.”

Zhao Jingyu saw Emperor Xia Jing's gentle eyes with encouragement, so he lowered his head and pondered for a while, and then said firmly: "My minister thought that it must be opened. After all, the considerable tax money is on the bright side, but how to open it is not clear." Have a good discussion."

"Oh? Does Jingyu have an idea?"

Zhao Jingyu's eyes lit up slightly, and he smiled, "When opening the tea ceremony, all the ministers objected because they were sure that there would be no business willing to come, so the imperial court rewarded those who were the first to eat crabs to let the business go. Anyone who pays taxes can do business with Hunu, there is no threshold. But now the benefits of the tea ceremony are in sight, everyone knows that border trade makes money, and businessmen who have lost their chance are all staring at this year. Since there are so many people who want to do it, then It’s not like last year that you can do what you want, and you have to pay a higher price to buy this access right from the imperial court.”

Having said that, Zhao Jingyu looked at Emperor Xia Jing reverently, "When the imperial court issued the imperial edict last year, there were only a few companies that entered the market. , people can only look forward to the fruit and sigh, it is really wise and foresight, which makes my son admire."

"Haha..." Zhao Jingyu's flattery seemed to be just right, and Emperor Xia Jing felt comfortable hearing it. He waved his hand and said, "It's also Master Bai's idea."

"Father is wise to listen to advice." Zhao Jingyu insisted.

Emperor Xia Jing's gaze became more gentle, "Continue."

"After passing through this village, not everyone can live in this store. There is also a certain number of priorities. How to buy it is not just because the price is high. It needs multiple assessments, such as the merchant's credit, the public's reputation, and the attitude towards the court. Wait, so as not to disturb the frontier defenses by mixing fish and dragons, only the best quality can be selected to contact Hunu or other foreign envoys, especially this special envoy needs to be accepted by Da Xia like Dada."

This was connected from business to politics. The more Zhao Jingyu spoke, the more fluent his expression was, and Emperor Xia Jing couldn't help sitting up straight when he saw it, and he was surprised from the bottom of his heart.

"Soldiers who surrender without fighting, as long as the Great Xia is strong and able to control the economic lifelines of the surrounding small countries, once they become dependent on the Great Xia, if there is any wolf ambition one day, the supply will be cut off, even if they don't send troops, others will fall into civil strife among."

The so-called economic sanctions!

Emperor Xia Jing was very surprised, he was just a small temptation, but he did not expect that the child who had been neglected all year round had such insight, even the two elder brothers who were much older and entered the court early did not have such insight.

He couldn't help asking: "You also heard these from Master Bai and Lin Xi?"

The Ninth Prince was a little carried away when he talked about his happiness before, but now he thought about it, he couldn't help but feel a little uneasy, he carefully raised his head and looked at Emperor Xia Jing, but he didn't see a trace of displeasure on the emperor's face, so he couldn't help but feel relieved, and boldly replied: " Yes, although it is said that scholars, farmers, businessmen, merchants, etc., but the rich are merchants. Uncle Lin once asked Mr. Bai, why is it that the peasants are known to be poor all over the world, but heavy taxes are imposed on the peasants, while the merchants are few? Today, from Mashi Border Trade It can be seen that this [-]% tax is not difficult for businessmen to accept, and it can even be said to be easy, which shows that the benefits are even greater."

Emperor Xia Jing asked: "Do you think that the civil and military officials of the whole dynasty are dull?"

Zhao Jingyu said: "No, my son understands that the conflict of interests between the two is complicated and difficult to resolve. Just understanding does not mean understanding, someone should try to do it."

At the end, Zhao Jingyu's expression was indifferent, which made Emperor Xia Jing startled.

"My son's fallacy, please forgive my father." Zhao Jingyu knelt down and bowed.

However, after a moment of silence, when Zhao Jingyu was worried, Xia Jingdi laughed and said with emotion: "Master Bai, this apprentice is very good, given time, he will become a great talent! I will leave it to you to be the minister of the humerus in the future! "

Because of this last sentence, Zhao Jingyu's heart suddenly beat faster, and his palms were sweating immediately.

Is it an unintentional word, or is it meant to be?

While he was still guessing the emperor's deep meaning, he heard Emperor Xia Jing say again unexpectedly, "Previously Concubine Shu drew up a few ladies from famous families to present, Jingyu, what do you think?"

"Ah?" Zhao Jingyu raised his head in a daze, as if he didn't understand why he suddenly discussed this issue.

"Say what you want to say as soon as possible, or you won't be able to control it if you make a decision."

Zhao Jingyu's face suddenly turned red, and he said at a loss: "My son...my son, everything is decided by the father..."

Seeing the silly look, Emperor Xia Jing laughed heartily, "Haha, you, don't worry, Concubine Shu has looked and looked, and I will definitely point you to a good one."

Zhao Jingyu blushed and muttered twice without speaking.

Emperor Xia Jing was in a good mood today, and was about to ask Zhao Jingyu to kneel down, but at this moment, his father-in-law came from outside the palace and said: "Your Majesty, Prince Rui is begging to see you."

What's the matter with this nephew who doesn't come to the palace so late?

Emperor Xia Jing glanced at Zhao Jingyu, thought for a while and said, "Let him in."

"My son will leave first."

Emperor Xia Jing nodded.

Zhao Jingyi walked into the Hall of Mental Cultivation under the leadership of Lai Gonggong, with firm steps and a calm expression, when he met Emperor Xia Jing, he knelt down on one knee and said in a deep voice: "Long live my emperor, my nephew disturbed me late at night, I hope uncle will make amends. "

uncle?

His nephew has always distinguished between public and private, so this title is obviously a private matter, and at this moment, he can't wait for a moment...

Emperor Xia Jing twitched his brows slightly, curious in his heart, and raised his eyes to look at his father-in-law, who shook his head slightly.

"Pingshen, it's so late, does Jingyi have something important to do?"

When I met the Ninth Prince before, the eyebrows were relaxed, it can be seen that the atmosphere between the father and son is good, and the emperor must be in a good mood today, Zhao Jingyi got up and said: "My nephew has something to do, please uncle."

"Oh, what's the matter?"

Zhao Jingyi's stern face suddenly frowned, as if hesitating, and he didn't want to speak.

Emperor Xia Jing glanced at it strangely, he rarely saw such an unspeakable side of the courageous Zhao Jingyi, he couldn't help slowing down and said: "You and my nephew, what else is there to say, what can I promise you?" ever refused?"

Zhao Jingyi raised his head, then suddenly knelt down straight again, as if he had made up his mind, and said, "Uncle, do you remember what the nephew and minister promised when they went to the northern border?"

that time?

Emperor Xia Jing frowned and recalled, then nodded, "I remember, but I also remember that you refused, which caused me to be nagged by the Queen Mother for a long time. Why, do you regret it now?" Seeing Zhao Jingyi bowed his head and shoulders tightened, Then he smiled and said, "It's okay, whoever makes me love you the nephew the most, I will agree to whoever it is."

Zhao Jingyi immediately seized the opportunity, looked up at Emperor Xia Jing, and asked boldly, "Whoever it is?"

This really exists?

Emperor Xia Jing took a few more rare glances, and even the father-in-law Lai, who was acting as a wall scene, couldn't help showing surprise. The tone was really tight, and there was not even a clue in advance.

Zhao Jingyi's lifelong event broke the hearts of Emperor Xia Jing and the Queen Mother, as long as he was willing to let go, there was nothing he would not agree to.

Emperor Xia Jing was shaken immediately, and was about to agree, but he swallowed the words of promise. He looked at Zhao Jingyi suspiciously, thinking why this kid didn't say anything before, what is there to hide?

Is there really something shameful?

However seeing that the emperor hadn't spoken for a long time, Zhao Jingyi frowned, his eyes couldn't help revealing the meaning of asking, he seemed a little anxious, Emperor Xia Jing thought for a while and said: "It's better to have a clean family."

At this point, one's identity and background are no longer required, but at least one must be worthy of the deceased brother, and it is not good to marry a spoiled family spoiler, otherwise the queen mother will have to make trouble with herself first.

Then he saw that Zhao Jingyi's tense body seemed to relax for a moment, which shows that this is in line.

Emperor Xia Jing reckoned that he came from a small family, so he couldn't get much attention. He mused that it might not be easy to explain to the queen mother, but it didn't matter. Talking more will always work, it's better than being alone, and he won't pose a threat to Zhao Yuanrong in the future.

So he asked empathetically, "Is it possible to talk now?"

A smile finally appeared on Zhao Jingyi's face, and the corners of his lips were raised slightly, as if he was in a happy mood, "My nephew heard that my uncle intends to marry Princess Jing'an to Lin Xi?"

This is not a secret, everyone in the harem can find out a thing or two, and Emperor Xia Jing didn't intend to hide it, he was just waiting for the palace examination to point out the number one scholar to give him a marriage.

But Zhao Jingyi, what does this mean?

"Jing'an?" Emperor Xia Jing was stunned for a moment, then became angry. He stood up and turned his face cold. Long Wei was furious, "Bastard! Could it be Jing'an you are talking about? But the queen mother has long intended to betroth Jing'an to you, and I have agreed to it." , you might as well just refuse to say it, and make up a lie that you don’t like women! It made the queen mother feel sad and blamed herself for a long time! You still have a knot in your heart! Now that I asked Jing’an to marry someone else, you jumped out What's the point of getting married?"

Speaking of this, Emperor Xia Jing pointed directly at Zhao Jingyi's nose and cursed: "You are so willful and reckless, but you are filial to your descendants? I dote on you, and you bully the emperor like this! You can put me in your eyes!"

Lai Gonggong stood on the side and was anxious, he really didn't understand what happened to the always transparent Prince Rui today, so he could only persuade in a low voice: "The emperor calm down, be careful not to get angry, the prince has always been upright, maybe there is something difficult about it?"

"What's the difficulty? Huh? He wants to marry who in the world dare not marry?"

Zhao Jingyi silently waited for Emperor Xia Jing to finish cursing before slowly opening his mouth, with a little embarrassment in the corner of his eyes, "Uncle, my nephew is not looking at Jing'an, but Lin Xi."

After finishing speaking, the entire Hall of Mental Cultivation could hear the sound of needles dropping.