The younger brother of the Red Chamber is a fighter

Song Lianggong fully thought that Song Qingming would follow his own advice. After all, the sea alliance was related to the future of Song's shipping, and it was not something that could be decided in a short while.He even felt that Huang Zongci had colluded with Lin Mingyu, and it was just a play for them.

Unexpectedly, Song Qingming, who is shrewd and exquisite, can't understand his hint now, and said: "What else do we have to discuss? I see that everything is very fair in this agreement, and I have nothing else to say , just follow the arrangement of my nephew."

"But..." Song Lianggong was about to persuade him, but seeing the firm and satisfied expression in his father's eyes, he understood everything.It's not just the Huang family who co-authored the play today, but also my own family.He was even more unhappy: Since when did the Song family not need to participate in such an important decision?

As soon as Huang Zongci and Song Qingming expressed their views, all eyes focused on Qian Hua.Qian Hua looked indifferent, thoughtful.

"Qian is in charge, what do you say?"

Qian Hua took a heavy look at Song Qingming, but what he received was a calm and confident look from the other party.Qian Hua knew it in his mind, and he said bluntly: "Mr. Lin's idea is naturally excellent. The Sea Alliance Convention is reasonable. If it can be achieved, it will definitely affect the current situation of Fujian Maritime Merchants, and it will naturally be beneficial to everyone in the convention. I am very curious about this, but it is a pity that I am not the only one who has the final say on Qian's shipping, I am afraid I will disappoint everyone."

Song Qingming was stunned for a moment, then he realized that Qian Hua was telling the truth.Not only him, everyone present knows it well.Shunchang Shipping has been so arrogant in recent years, and has harassed the other three companies. Only Qian's can stay out of the matter. This detachment proves that the power behind him is unusual.

Lin Mingyu naturally inquired about this news, but apart from finding out that he had connections with the Sixth Department of the Capital, it was unclear who was his backer.

Although Lin Mingyu was disappointed by Qian Hua's refusal, she still didn't take it to heart.It doesn't matter who can escape the temptation of profit, even if Qian Hua can't control it, as long as he sees enough profit, the people behind him will always be tempted.He showed him the Sea Alliance Treaty to let him know that the sooner he formed an alliance with the Sea Alliance, the greater the benefits he would enjoy.

"Hehe, it's not easy for Master Qian to agree with my idea. We established the Haimeng, not forcing any party to participate. Everyone is voluntary. I can invite you, and you can naturally refuse me. Don't take it to heart. Today Please come, firstly, to celebrate the successful production of the new ship, and secondly, to let you witness the establishment of the Haimeng. Huang Gong, Song Gong, if you two have no other ideas, choosing a date is worse than bumping into it. Today Let's sign the deed."

Huang Zongci and Song Qingming both laughed and said: "It should be so. Sign it."

For a while, Lin Da had already brought people to present pens and inks, each signed, and kept his own copy.

"I don't know who is the leader of the alliance? But Mr. Lin will be in charge?" Song Lianggong had no choice but to raise this question that he valued most.Although he didn't know why Song Qingming wanted to join the sea alliance proposed by Lin Mingyu, he knew his father. No matter how particular he was on the surface, he was still a profit-seeking businessman in his heart.He will never give away the Song family for nothing just because of a contract.He wanted to see how long Lin Mingyu's fox tail could hide.

This question was a bit harsh, Song Qingming's face straightened, and he wanted to reprimand him.Lin Mingyu stopped him first, and said with a smile: "This is exactly what I want to say. Our sea alliance is established, and everything needs to be considered in the long term. Just to be cautious, it is inappropriate to introduce a leader now. I thought, it is better for the three of us Discuss together. After a year and a half, their respective abilities and contributions to the Sea League are also clear, so how about electing the leader of the alliance?"

Lin Mingyu's reply even surprised Huang and Song.That day when they heard Lin Mingyu mention the matter of the Haimeng, they had already expressed their agreement. As for the matter of the leader of the alliance, they were still undecided in their hearts, so they did not mention it.However, based on how they got along these days, they knew that Lin Mingyu was a measured person, but this was an opportunity to test him.

This answer was unexpected, but it coincided with their inner thoughts.With the establishment of the Sea Alliance, people's hearts are unstable, so it's best to act like this.

"Nephew's methods are always unexpected. I'll just wait for Haimeng to grow stronger." Song Qingming praised with a smile.

Huang Zongci touched his chin, nodded and said, "There must be such a day."

After the trial voyage, it is ready to increase investment in shipbuilding and actively build ships.Ouyang Xing no longer took on the task of building new ships, and it would not be a problem for the old shipwright sent by the Song family to preside over it. Ouyang Xing only needed to come to see it occasionally, and inspect it.His main energy has been devoted to adding new weapons to the new ship.

This boss is a complete workaholic, and he didn't even mention the salary or anything, but Lin Mingyu is not one to treat others badly, so with a flick of his little arm, he found that the new boat had been assigned to Ouyang Xing's name.

Ouyang Xing didn't say anything, but came more diligently, and his attitude towards Lin Mingyu became more and more kind.Tu Lingguang paid special attention to the weapons on the ship, and Lin Mingyu accidentally saw several family letters written by him, with the names of King Changping and the son of Changping on them.The family letter was sent out quickly, and Tu Lingguang's expression became very leisurely again.

It's not that Lin Mingyu didn't understand this at all, but he kept in mind Lin Ruhai's order not to get involved in the family affairs of the palace.Now that the cooperation with Tu Lingguang has become indistinguishable, he doesn't know how to explain it to his father.

Not to mention the intense and orderly integration, site selection, and division of labor and discussion on the Haimeng side, let's say that the first ten days of this month have passed, and the team of officials sent by the imperial court to receive the envoy from Liangying Kingdom has already arrived outside Fujian.

Early in the morning, Lin Mingyu changed into formal clothes and rode a horse to wait outside the city gate. Tu Lingguang was on duty and wanted to arrange defense for Fan Guo's reception envoys with General Fujian, and went to the military camp before dawn.

Lin Mingyu stood under the city gate, and the spring equinox warmly blew over, making his heart soft and agitated.After leaving for a few months, today he was going to see his relatives, and he was always on good terms with Brother Nine, so he was full of anticipation.

After waiting for two quarters, the road ahead was cleared with gongs and drums, and a line of chariots and horses came meanderingly.From a distance, you can see the words "Jianke Tanhua" and "Fan Kingdom Reception Envoy".Lin Mingyu was looking forward to it, and saw several horses and horses surrounded by the guard of honor, the first one was extraordinarily gorgeous and different, the flag on it had the word "Lin", so he knew it was Lin Rui's chariot.

The gates of the city were crowded with spectators, the gates were wide open, and Qiao Changbai, the prefect of Fujian, came out from the gates personally with the officials from the government office.The carriages and horses stopped, and a young official stepped out of the leading carriage, dressed in a fifth-rank official uniform, with fair skin, sculpted eyebrows and bright eyes, elegant and handsome.It was Jin Ke who selected Tanhua, and Lin Rui who was edited by the Imperial Academy.

Speaking of which, Lin Rui was an editor and editor of the Hanlin Academy, but he was only a seventh-rank official. Now, in order to declare the majesty of the Heavenly Dynasty and show his grace to the vassals, he has been assigned a vacant post of the fifth-rank official reception envoy of the Fan Kingdom, so that he can wear fifth-rank clothes Put on a five-rank honor guard.This position is also a temporary position and may be revoked at any time.No matter where it starts, there is no need for the magistrate of the fourth rank to welcome him in person.

But because he is an angel, he is covered with a halo. Furthermore, he is a student of the emperor. Although the official position of Hanlin editor is low, it is one of the positions closest to the emperor. Who knows, this is a place where qualifications are obtained. It's so expensive.Qiao Changbai himself was also a Jinshi in the imperial examination. When he saw Lin Rui, he gave him a high look first. Seeing that he was favored by the emperor now, he felt that he could date him, so he simply put on an enthusiastic attitude and called Lin Rui brothers and sisters.

Lin Rui originally had an exquisite heart, but Qiao Changbai already knew it with this wink, and the two of them seemed to hit it off.Just speaking, he looked around from the corner of his eye from time to time, and when he saw a place, his eyes would light up.

Lin Mingyu had seen him a long time ago, but the magistrate was in front, so he endured not to meet him.As soon as the eyes of the two met, they immediately showed expressions of joy.

What a perceptive person Qiao Zhifu was, he could see Lin Rui's expression in a short moment: "Brother Lin Xian, what's the matter?"

At this time, he had already entered the city gate, and the soft sedan was parked aside to wait for orders. Prefect Qiao had already bent down and was about to take his seat.

Lin Rui made a gesture of invitation, and after Qiao Changbai had sat down, he said, "It's just that I'm happy to see an old friend. Brother Qiao, please take a step first, and I'll be there soon."

When Lin Rui said this, Qiao Changbai was a little curious and didn't want to stay and watch, so he ordered "a banquet has been prepared in the mansion to wait for my brother", and finally got up and left.

Lin Rui waited for his sedan chair to walk for a while, Fang smiled and nodded to Lin Mingyu.Lin Mingyu had already cheerfully appeared in front of his eyes.

"Ninth Brother!"

"Brother Ming."

The two called out at the same time, and smiled at each other.Lin Rui squeezed his arm, compared his stature, and sighed with some distress: "I've lost weight, and I've grown a lot taller. I haven't seen you for several months, but I seem to be a year older. Is it someone who has experienced outside?" , if uncle sees you, I don’t know how gratified it will be. But how are you doing?”

Lin Mingyu pulled his hand down and held it in his hand: "Now is the time to grow your body, and you should be thinner. You can tell me that I am living a very good life. I just think about my father often. , sister and you. How is everything at home? Ninth brother has become a high-ranking official and is very prestigious."

Lin Rui smiled and said: "Everything is fine at home. My uncle has already entered the capital. These days, the Holy Majesty stayed in the palace, and we had a very happy conversation. Sister Daiyu is also very safe, and now she is the female history of the Fifth Princess's mansion. Princess Guan's knowledge and teachings are very trustworthy by the princess and Concubine Rong. Even though I have a small official position, I know a lot of colleagues, and I get along well in the Imperial Academy."

Lin Mingyu was very happy. When Lin Rui talked about his official position, he regretted again: "It's a pity that I was not in the capital on the day Brother Nine paraded your horse through the streets. It's a pity to see the grand occasion of that day!"

Lin Rui raised a pair of extremely beautiful thick eyebrows, and said with a smile: "If it's a pity, I will work hard. I'm still waiting for you to see the day when you straddle the street. Uncle, let me take you back this time, otherwise Once released, the bridle cannot be held back."

Lin Mingyu chuckled: "Where did you say that? My dad has thought it through. He's thin-skinned, so it's hard to say."

"You just make up uncle, and see how he knows how to punish you!"

Because it was not a place for people to talk, Lin Rui dragged Lin Mingyu into his sedan chair, and went back to rest together.

The resting place for Lin Rui and his party was arranged by someone earlier. It was not in the government office of the prefect of Fujian, but another courtyard, which was temporarily set up as the place where foreign affairs were handled.Coincidentally, this courtyard is not far from the General's Mansion. At first it was for taking care of him, but now it is convenient for Lin Mingyu and Lin Rui to communicate.

The two brothers didn't have time to say anything at the moment, the magistrate's government office held a banquet, and Lin Rui was bound to come, and it happened that he also brought some clothes, books and other things prepared for Lin Mingyu in the Lin's mansion, so he asked Lin Mingyu to tidy up here, and he took it himself He took two deputy envoys and other officials to the banquet.

Lin Mingyu saw that the texture, color, pattern, etc. of the clothes were all his favorites in the past. At the first sight, he knew that Daiyu was careful, and there were books, pens and inks. There were annotations by Lin Ruhai or Lin Rui on the books, and ink was also commonly used by Lin Hai. In that kind, I also experienced Father Lin's love.Among them was a book that surprised Lin Mingyu for a while.

I saw that the booklet was bound very delicately, it was printed on the finest paper, and on the cover was written a few ink characters "Fairy Tale Collection" and the signature was exactly Lin Mingyu's name.The Grimm's fairy tales he copied for Tu Ling'er had already been published in a book!

Lin Mingyu was inexplicably pleasantly surprised, holding the book for a while, reading it with relish.The more he looked at it, the more complacent he became, so he simply had lunch here, and when he was sleepy after the meal, he lay down on Lin Rui's bed and fell asleep.

When Lin Mingyu woke up, she was somewhat confused about where she was.The light coming in from the window was dim, and a thin brocade mattress was covering his body. Lin Mingyu sat on the bed and collected herself. She turned her head and saw that the fairy tale book she had read had been folded up and neatly placed on the table. .

He lifted the quilt out of bed, took out a cup from the teahouse and poured a cup of tea. The tea was warm, and he couldn't help being taken aback.

Walking through the cubicle, there is a place outside where Lin Rui can handle business. The candlestick has already been lit, and Lin Rui is sitting upright under the dim yellow light, and the brush under his hand rubs against the paper to make a slight rustling sound.When Lin Mingyu leaned over to read it, she saw that it was a make-up letter, probably talking about various arrangements at the Fujian government.

He turned around, went back to the inner room, poured a cup of tea and brought it over, and placed it gently by Lin Rui's hand.

"Brother Ming, you're awake. Are you hungry?" Lin Rui raised his head, and when he saw him, a gentle smile appeared on his face.

Lin Mingyu rubbed his belly. He had lunch alone. He didn't have a good appetite and didn't eat much. He was really hungry right now, so he nodded honestly.

Lin Rui was about to get up, Lin Mingyu hurriedly said: "Ninth brother, don't be too busy. You finish writing the memorial first, let's eat together."

"The memorial is not busy, I still need to transcribe it again. I haven't eaten much lunch, so I don't know if the food cooked by the cook here suits your taste. The porridge is hot in the kitchen. I will ask them to bring some up for you first." Pad your stomach."

After a while, Lin Rui's servant came in with porridge and side dishes, and said, "I'm already cooking up a table of good dishes. Uncle Ming and Uncle Ming will have some porridge first. I've also prepared wine, and I'll serve them together later." Come up."

"Shao Tou really understands my thoughts. I just want to drink a few glasses of wine with Brother Jiu. I haven't eaten and drank like this with Brother Jiu for a long time. Today I want to drink to my heart's content."

In Tu Lingguang's General's Mansion, since Lin Mingyu got drunk once, it was time for Tu Lingguang to eat in the mansion, and he tried his best to limit Lin Mingyu's drinking.Lin Mingyu privately thought that he was not good at drinking after getting drunk, which frightened Tu Lingguang, so he was ashamed to drink with him again.He never mentioned this when eating, and over time, even Tu Lingguang stopped drinking in front of him.

If Tu Lingguang knew about his thoughts, he wouldn't know how to complain.