Difficult for a son-in-law

Chapter 112 Reaction

Zhu Zixiao is slightly fat, and his movements are a little slow.

The weather in Yunnan is suitable, and the four seasons are like spring, but Zhu Zixiao did not enjoy the beauty of the climate.When he got home, his entire back was soaked in sweat, with small patches of sweat stains showing.

When Zhu Liming heard that his father was returning home, he hurried over to meet and greet him.

Zhu Zixiao was wiping his face with a cold towel, and said, "This summer seems to be very hot."

Zhu Liming took the round fan from the maids' hands, waved his hand to signal the maids to step down, and waited on the fan, saying, "I think it's okay, the wind is still a bit cool in the morning and evening. Father came back late, but it's not going well? "The eldest son is no better than the eldest son." Zhu Zixiao sighed, "Trade with Yunnan will be heavily taxed."

Zhu Liming looked at his father, Zhu Zixiao did not sell the lawsuit, sighed, "Twenty percent of the net profit will be handed over to the palace."

"This, this is too much." Zhu Liming opened his mouth unconsciously, unable to close it in shock.Businessmen have the knowledge of spending money to bribe, but they don’t have the habit of paying taxes. To be honest, their original tax is less than 5%. With this little money, they still have to cry poorly.In other words, they would rather use the money to bribe local officials, so as to save face.Turned over to the country, this is something they never thought about.

I have only heard that the planting country has to pay taxes, and when small businesses have to pay taxes!

Still so taxing!

Zhu Liming lost his mind for a while, he wanted to comfort his tired old father, but the words came to his lips, and he really couldn't come up with any suggestions.Nor can he say, "We just don't pay taxes!"

"Father, what is the son's appearance and temperament? Maybe you can tell a thing or two." Zhu Liming inquired about the situation, to see if he could give some advice.

Asking such a question made Zhu Zixiao lose his mind even more. He has been in charge of family affairs for many years and has dealt with many high-ranking officials. His younger brother Zhu Zizheng is an errand next to King Zhennan, and he is a talkative celebrity.What this person wants will always be revealed by his actions, language and eyes, but Ming Zhan really confuses him.

If Ming Zhan wants money, just say a few words, these salt merchants can squeeze it out even if they bite their teeth.

Investing in Shizi is a huge profit.

But the key now is that Ming Zhan doesn't like the filial little Qianer of the salt merchants.

When Zhu Zixiao thought of the money he would pay in the future, his heart twitched with distress.

Zhu Zixiao sighed for a long time, "Your Majesty has done an investigation, so come here prepared."

"Uncle Pian was sent on a long-distance mission again at this time." Zhu Liming had an idea, and said to his father, "Father, do you still remember what uncle said about 'eating crabs'?"

"Ah."

"I think it makes sense. Although there is a lot of bleeding now, our family should make a statement first in order to impress the prince. Uncle is also working with the prince now. Our Zhu family has taken the lead. In the future, we will always be more than others in front of the prince. Sensibility." Zhu Liming asked cautiously, "Father, what do you think?"

"Yeah." Zhu Zixiao took a deep breath in his chest, responded sullenly, and asked, "Do you know why your son only sees our four families today?"

Zhu Liming thought it over, "The prince is hanging on to us."

"Whoever is the first to agree to this matter now will definitely become the target of public criticism. The time has not yet come." Zhu Zixiao sighed, "This is not a question of tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands, or millions, it is about future generations .Even though we are humble merchants, we can’t easily agree.”

"I don't know how the other companies plan?"

"Don't worry, the Zhou family hasn't moved yet." Zhu Zixiao rubbed the space between his brows, "It's better for us to meet up."

"Father, the Wangfu gave up the tea and horses, and the loss is not small. The prince imposes heavy taxes, and it seems that he wants to make up for it from the tax money." The wool comes from the sheep, and the Wangfu also needs money to support it.

Zhu Zixiao frowned, "It's obvious."

"I heard that old man Zhou has come." Even in his own home, Zhu Liming lowered his voice slightly, "I sent someone to watch over Zhou's house, and the convoy entered the city this morning."

"The Zhou family has a strong foundation, but in the final analysis, the salt mine belongs to the palace, and we are just managing it on behalf of the palace. Half of the five years have passed, and when the date comes, the palace has a reasonable reason to take it back." Zhu Zixiao said "hi". He said, "At that time, whatever the prince says, we can do whatever we want. You don't need to listen to the opinions of us businessmen anymore. In Jieshi, you won't even be able to get soup for tea and horses. What will you do with this big family?" Then we have to find a way to make the son change his mind about imposing heavy taxes." Zhu Liming followed his father's train of thought along the vine.

Zhu Zixiao sighed and worried, "It's not easy."

How easy is it?

At this time, Yang Qing, who was visiting his younger sister in the Juxiang Garden, besides the excitement of meeting his siblings, after exchanging about health and wishes, Yang Qing really wanted to find out some gossip from his younger sister.

Helplessly, once Concubine Yang entered the palace, she was as deep as the sea. She was not a favored concubine. concubine.

Concubine Yang said softly, "I'm not very clear about these things. But the son is very proper in doing things, what the son says, the elder brother will do, the concubine and the elder treat Mingya very well. I will not deceive the elder brother."

Saying it means not saying it.

However, Yang Qing was also very happy to see his sister, put the matter of the Yanzheng into his stomach, and said with a smile, "This is a matter for men outside. With my sister's words, I have the backbone." After all, it is an inner house. Yang Qing's status is limited and he cannot stay for long.Concubine Yang didn't leave any food, but ordered the maid to bring some snacks from the small kitchen for her brother to enjoy. After a while, the mother reminded her of the time, and Yang Qing left according to the etiquette.

Concubine Yang walked all the way to the gate of the garden, watching her brother's back gradually drifting away, her eyes were slightly moist.

"Mother," Mingya quietly walked to Concubine Yang's side, and said softly, "It's cool in the evening, let me help mother go back to the room." Concubine Yang sighed softly, "I'll see you today, I don't know when it will be next time." Knowing that uncle is doing well, mother can rest assured." Mingya helped her mother wander in the garden, and said with a slight smile, "Today, mother and concubine rewarded me with some jewelry, and mother and I will pick and choose together." Concubine Yang's thoughts Immediately turned to the preparation of the daughter's dowry, and said with a smile, "The princess is very fond of you girls, and I will wear it on my head tomorrow, and the princess will be happy to see it."

The mother and daughter quickly changed the topic to jewelry, wearing cakes and eating, and Concubine Yang's brows gradually faded.

Even if she is not as beautiful as Concubine Wei, not as capable as Concubine Wei, she has been in the palace for many years, and she doesn't need to be taught the ways of the world.The younger brother has not been able to see her for many years, and today the concubine took the initiative to reward her elder brother with the gift of entering the house to pay his respects. If there is no reason, Concubine Yang would not believe it.

It's just that no matter how much you worry, it seems insignificant in front of your daughter's affairs.

Cai's family was in a different situation. Cai Bao didn't even finish a sip of tea when his younger brother Cai Bei barged in.

Cai Bei was extremely presumptuous in front of his elder brother, and sent the girl away, "Everyone go down, I will take care of you." Cai Bao stroked his short beard on his lips, and shook his head helplessly, "You are in such a hurry, what is the hurry? "

"Brother, do you have any confidence in the transaction between Yunnan, Guizhou and Tibet? What did your son say?" Compared with Cai Bao, Cai Bei looked younger, with a fair face, big eyes, round and energetic, with a few hints. Be energetic. "One hundred is accurate.

Cai Bei was overjoyed when he heard the words, clapped his hands and laughed, "Okay," then leaned forward and asked his elder brother, "Where did it come from? Today I asked them to add another 30 taels of wood. The amount of wood in the market has exceeded 50 taels. I dare say that most of the wood on the market has been stored in our hands."

Cai Bao almost couldn't lift it up in one breath, so he just swallowed his breath to save trouble.Slamming the teacup on the table with his backhand, Cai Bao said angrily, "Who told you to buy wood again! You idiot, buy wood!"

Cai Bei was a little puzzled, "Brother, no matter where you open a market, you have to find a place to build a shop. I have been to Tibet, where the border with us is, and in the remote and remote areas, you have to build a shop to open the market for mutual benefit. This money, if we don’t earn it, whoever earns it!”

Cai Bao closed his eyes and said lightly, "The prince said that this year the salt government will be reformed, and only two companies will be selected. These two companies can choose one of tea, silk, and porcelain. They will be exempted from tax within three years and pay taxes in the fourth year." Half of the tax, [-]% tax in the fifth year, [-]% tax in the sixth year, and a fixed [-]% tax after that.”

"It's so cruel!" Cai Bei felt pain for a moment, and then said, "We are small in the salt class, and no one takes our brothers seriously on weekdays. Our family has lived in peace and wealth for 50 years. We earn money from selling salt, and other money is the same. Brother, let’s just listen to the prince. It’s just like the prince. Let’s talk about building a shop. Let’s make some money first. .”

Cai Bao said silently, "Has old man Zhou arrived?"

"It's here, it's almost noon." Cai Bei curled his lips disapprovingly, "His Zhou family's great face was also rewarded by Zhennan Wang. Now he is against the son, who is the son, that is the prince's relative Son. This is really the old birthday star hanged himself. He thinks his life is too long, and he wants to die."

"Brother, you don't have to worry about old man Zhou. It's still the old rules. You are a white face and I am a black face. You just don't know."

Cai Bao glanced at his younger brother and shook his head, "No, it's not a trivial matter. Those logs are only 50 taels, and we can still afford them. Don't mess around."

Cai Bei snorted.

Cai Bao said coldly, "Didn't you hear what I said?"

"Yes, I'm not deaf." Cai Bei hummed, "Brother, rest, I won't bother you anymore."

Cai Bei turned and left, Cai Bao sat quietly for a while, and ordered, "Call Cai Zhong over here."

Cai Zhong is the old housekeeper of the Cai family. Cai Bao ordered, "You are a good person to serve the second master. If there is anything, please tell me." "You can't stop what he's going to do." There was no ups and downs in Cai Bao's voice, not even the slightest fluctuation, as if he was simply describing a very common thing, "Go on."

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