The predecessor who was scumbag by me was the emperor

It was already dark when he walked out of Tianxiang Tower, the young master of the Wu family squeezed into Shen Jia's carriage, sat opposite him and looked at him adoringly.

"Master Shen, can the imperial court really agree to sell some agency rights for this year? What if there are other powerful families who want to do it?"

Shen Jia leaned on the pillow and looked at him with a smile, "Your father asked me to make the decision, why can't I agree? Which rich and powerful want it? What qualifications do they have? In business, if they can If I propose a better condition than Universal Bookstore, I can definitely consider it."

Wu Jing was forced by his father to study since he was a child, but he really didn't like reading, and he didn't like practicing martial arts. He was a useless descendant in a wealthy family. After staying by Shen Jia's side for a day, he suddenly had an idea that he could actually run a business.

Although the merchant's status is low, at least he can guarantee that he will have no worries about food and clothing. If he can be a big merchant like Wei Shu, he will not hesitate to sit with court officials.

He moved in front of Shen Jia and asked in a low voice, "Master Shen, can you teach me how to do business?"

Shen Jia looked at him unexpectedly, "Do you want to do business?"

"Yes, I want to make a lot of money, I want to be as rich as a country, and I want to travel all over the world." Young Master Wu said proudly.

Shen Jia couldn't explain it all. As expected, he was a child, and his ideals could be so lofty. As long as he had studied geography before, he should know that with the current speed of traffic in Dajin, it was impossible for him to travel all over the world and become the richest man in his life. .

He chuckled, "Well... having ideals is a good thing, but we can take it step by step and set a small goal first. For example, you can first convince Mr. Wu to give you a shop for you to run."

Wu Jing nodded happily, "Master Shen is right, I'll go back and tell my father, the big deal is that the family property that will be distributed to me in the future will be less."

Shen Jia's smile became more and more forced, no wonder Wu Haiqing wanted to throw this child to him, isn't this too naive?Fortunately, he is the youngest son, otherwise the Wu family would not be rich for three generations.

That night, Shen Jia told Zhao Zhang about the matter, and the latter asked in surprise, "How can it be sold for 500 taels? And it doesn't need to be printed and sold? This... the other party must have been intimidated by you before agreeing." Did you come down?"

Shen Jia gave him a blank stare, "Are you kidding me? That man is Wei Shu, the smartest wealthy businessman in Chang'an City. It is said that he once won a Jinshi and was appointed as a parent official of a local place, but he automatically passed away within two years. I resigned and went into business, and what I do is still such an elegant business as a bookstore, so many scholars want to make friends with him, will he be stupid enough to be deceived by me?"

Shen Jia was afraid that he would not understand, so she explained to him how much benefit he could get from selling newspapers as a consignment. This was the first year, and next year, when Shen Jia sold the exclusive agency rights again, Shen Jia was going to hold a tender. Two is just the starting price.

After listening to his analysis, Zhao Zhang really understood. He could still see the grand occasion of people robbing newspapers. Naturally, he didn't know how much benefits newspapers could bring. Knowing that Chang'an City alone had sold tens of thousands of copies, he felt a little bit sad. complex.

"It's up to you to make up your mind about this matter. Find someone to take care of Mr. Wu for the money you get. It's used as daily expenses. If it's not enough, let him go to the household department to apply for it."

Shen Jia told him about Wu Jing's existence, "Master Wu wants his youngest son to come out to experience some experience, but I look very immature, I haven't experienced the hardships of life, and I can't use it right now. Let him find another one when the time comes." A shrewd steward will take care of it."

When Zhao Zhang heard that the other party was a young son, he snorted coldly: "This Wu Haiqing will leave trouble to you because of improper upbringing. It's a beautiful idea. If you can't take it with you, you can go home. You don't have to educate other people's children. .”

"It's natural. I also take him along for the sake of his obedience and kindness. Besides, he decided to do business. I have nothing to teach him."

Zhao Zhang didn't think so. If Shen Jia was a businessman, he would surely become a successful wealthy businessman in time. Thinking of the caravan they formed together, he took out a letter and handed it to him, "This is a letter from Du Xin. After arriving in Hangzhou, I approved two ships from the Ship Department for him, and it is estimated that he will go to sea by the end of the year, and I don’t know if there is a return date for this trip.”

Shen Jia didn't know whether Dajin was the same as the country in history. If so, at least he knew some foreign situations, such as the Banana Island separated by a bay, such as the Japanese pirate base camp adjacent to Northeast Koryo, and the The countries that went to Hainan must be more backward than Dajin nowadays, but they are rich in products. If the sailing is smooth, it is true that a boat of silk and porcelain can be exchanged for a boat of real gold and silver, but the risk at sea is too high. They all sank in the sea, never to return.

This is really making money with one's life, but Shen Jia will not stop it. It is better to have a direction to fight for than guarding a few acres of land without enough food and clothing.

"By the way, is the military academy about to graduate, how many centurions will be left by then?"

"Choose one out of ten. Although it's just a small centurion, it's not something anyone can get. And once they pass the assessment, some of them will be selected to fill up the frontier defenses in the northwest. It's also a chance for them to make meritorious service. "

Zhao Zhang knew that he cared about his third brother-in-law. "Your third brother-in-law is mediocre and impulsive. He is not suitable for leading troops in battle. Even if he passes, I will not let him go to the border."

Shen Jia couldn't say whether he was happy or unhappy. From the perspective of his sister's relationship, he naturally didn't want his third brother-in-law to go to the border to fight. If he thought so, who else would be willing to send their relatives to the battlefield?

"Forget it, it depends on his own abilities and wishes. Everyone has their own choice, and I can't interfere too much."

At the same time, the military school was also discussing the fate of this group of students.

Old General Qian held the final report card with a pensive expression on his face. His son walked in and asked, "What is father embarrassing? But the student's grades are not satisfactory?"

"It's much better than I thought. Although most of them are common people's children, all of them can endure hardships and stand hard work. However, there is one person who has not yet made a decision on whether to stay as a father."

"Who is it?" Little General Qian also became familiar with this group of students. This was specially explained by his father. Although these people's goals are still small people, who knows if they will soar into the sky in the future?

"Zhang Lu."

"Him? Why did father ask him? His grades can only be regarded as mediocre, but he is enthusiastic and righteous. He has made many friends in the school. His grades should not pass?"

"It's close, but do you know that he is Shen Jia's brother-in-law?"

"Shen Jia?" Little General Qian asked in surprise, "Is it that young doctor from the household department?"

"Yes, I don't need to tell you his status in the court as a father, right? He is a fellow student of the emperor, an apprentice taught by the same master, and his relationship is extraordinary. Some people predict that within ten years, he will join the cabinet. He will definitely be the youngest elder in the history of the Great Jin Dynasty."

"Father wants to admit Zhang Lu and make Shen Jia owe us a favor? But how do you know how Zhang Lu is related to Shen Jia? What if people look down on this person?"

"If you have a brother-in-law, will you not take care of him? Even for the sake of your own sister, you will take care of him a little bit."

"But if you want to admit him, don't you have to brush off a passer?"

"It's not difficult, just change the grades. According to the emperor's intention, these students will be sent to the border to join the army after graduation. Starting from the centurion, they may die in battle at any time, so what should they do?" Don't give this favor, you should go and ask yourself, including the children of those families, so as not to make enemies with others."

General Qian responded, and stopped Shen Jia the next day when the court was leaving, "Master Shen, please stay."

Shen Jia was very surprised to see him, he had little contact with generals, and even less friendship with Little General Qian, "Little General Qian is well, but do you need an officer?"

"It's a private matter, Mr. Shen will take a step to speak."

Shen Jia nodded, and after leaving the palace with him, they found a teahouse nearby to sit down and talk.

"What kind of tea does Mr. Shen like to drink?" Little General Qian originally wanted to talk to him before leaving, but when he saw Shen Jia who was wearing a blue official uniform and looked handsome, he was a little reluctant to leave.

He has always known that this Shen Langzhong is a rare good-looking person in the dynasty, but it is the first time to get close to him at such a close distance. Although he has no special hobbies, he can't help being nostalgic for such a beautiful person.

"I'm fine as long as I'm free, I'm not good at tasting tea."

"Then let's have a pot of the best Yuqian Longjing in this teahouse." General Qian ordered Dr. Cha to serve tea, then closed the door and said to Shen Jia, "I'm looking for Mr. Shen today to talk about Zhang Lu. .”

"Zhang Lu is my brother-in-law." Shen Jia said bluntly that this relationship cannot be hidden from anyone, and Qian Jianyuan must have known this when he came to him.

"Yes, to be honest, Zhang Lu is a man with a heart of bones, righteousness and straightforwardness. This general admires him very much, but he is slightly inferior in martial arts. My father and I really want him to pass the examination, but you also know that this batch of Students are going to be sent to the battlefield, which is good news for some people, but bad news for family members, so..."

Shen Jia finally understood the reason for his visit. He actually wanted to ask himself if he wanted to let Zhang Lu pass the examination. He didn't expect that he still had such a status in the hearts of the two generals of the Qian family. This is really a credit to the emperor.

When the tea was brought, Dr. Tea poured a cup of steaming tea soup for the two of them. Shen Jia picked up the cup and took a sip, then raised her head and asked, "Does it mean that if you don't want him to go to the battlefield, you can prevent him from passing the examination?"

Qian Jianyuan was afraid that he would misunderstand, so he hurriedly explained: "Master Shen, don't misunderstand, we are still fair, but if some of the candidates in front do not want to go to the battlefield, they will naturally be selected. Zhang Lu's grades are just at the critical point. It can be used as a substitute, but the general is afraid that he will do something bad with good intentions."

"Little General Qian is interested. I would like to thank you for your care, but this matter is not for me to decide. Why don't General Qian go directly to ask my brother-in-law to see what he thinks. I don't say anything."

Qian Jianyuan was very surprised, and asked him with wide eyes: "It doesn't matter even if he has to go to the battlefield?"

Shen Jia smiled and said: "A man stands upright, it is a good thing to have the goal of making contributions, and it is a man's job to protect the family and the country."

Qian Jianyuan suddenly doubted the relationship between Shen Jia and the third brother-in-law, but he was right, going to the battlefield is indeed a good opportunity to make contributions.

"The general understands." After Qian Jianyuan finished his business, he sat down with Shen Jia for a while, and asked him: "The newspaper run by Mr. Shen, the general also read it. It's really wonderful. I, as a martial artist, can't help but read it from the beginning. It's the end."

"The general praised it absurdly. That is the content of Wu University's selection, and it has nothing to do with the lower officials."

Qian Jianyuan joked with a smile: "No one in the court knows that this newspaper was proposed by Mr. Shen, and the template was provided by you. Master Wu is just drawing from a gourd. Mr. Shen does not need to be humble. This is the book. You deserve the praise."

Shen Jia didn't want to argue with him, so she prepared to leave on the pretext that there were important matters in the yamen.

Qian Jianyuan's eyes darkened, and the corners of his mouth slightly raised, "That's it, this general will send you out, Mr. Shen is busy with work, I wonder if you can invite Mr. Shen to drink sometime?"

"Naturally, but the lower official doesn't drink well."

"You are too modest. I have seen Mr. Shen's drinking capacity at the Qionglin banquet, and your ability to throw pots. If there is a chance, I must ask Mr. Shen for advice."

This is quite possible, Shen Jia still has confidence in his ability to throw pots, and this Qian Jianyuan looks like someone who has been sought after since he was a child. Call him Little General Qian, but he may not have the talent worthy of this level. It would be nice to be able to dampen his spirit.

"Welcome at any time." Shen Jia saluted him and left. When she went downstairs, she saw several tables of students discussing with newspapers. As soon as this newspaper appeared, it seemed that the students had suddenly set off a study craze, and many people organized various activities. The discussion meeting is said to be to study the masterpieces in the newspaper together.

This is what Shen Jiale saw. Zhao Zhang was also very satisfied when he heard the news. He thought that the newspaper was a benefit for ordinary people, but he didn't expect that the first to enjoy the convenience were the students.

After walking out of the teahouse, boarded Shen's carriage, Shen Jia asked the coachman to drive to the Four Seas Bookstore in Chang'an City, he drew up the contract, and the imperial court signed it in the name of Master Wu, and waited for Wei Shu to finish signing the contract It will take effect.

Wei Shu is also in the bookstore at the moment, and he is surrounded by a group of students. Everyone appreciates a few poems in the newspaper together, applauding constantly.

"Worthy of being the head of the Imperial Academy, with first-class talents and learning. The poetic and picturesque writing in this "Ode to the Willow" is so lifelike, it's really good."

When Shen Jia arrived, many students also wrote a few poems related to willows, but there were few willows in Chang'an City, and they really didn't understand the characteristics of willows, so the poems they wrote were ordinary and emotionless.

In the end, Wei Shu wrote a poem that was praised by others, and some people encouraged him to submit this poem for submission, maybe it will appear in the next issue of the newspaper.

Wei Shu also became interested. He took a beautiful stationery and copied the poem, and then stuffed it into an envelope for his attendants to put into the manuscript collection box. Although he is no longer a student, who would not be happy to see his works spread around the world?

"Boss, Mr. Shen from the household department is here, and the villain has brought him to your study." The shopkeeper came to report.

With a surprised expression on Wei Shu's face, he hurriedly bid farewell to everyone, and strode upstairs to his study, leaving a group of students curious.

"Master Shen from the Household Department? But that Shen Jia, the director of the Accounting Department?" Many people still knew about Shen Jia.

The shopkeeper didn't say anything clearly, but just wanted to accompany everyone, "My boss is busy with something, please do your best, gentlemen, there is a new collection of paintings by Layman Chunshan in the bookstore, do you want to go and have a look?"

"The paintings of Layman Chunshan? Or a collection, how did you get them?" The students couldn't help being moved. This Layman Chunshan is a well-known master painter in the Jin Dynasty. It is first-class and attracts everyone's admiration.

"Of course I bought it. My master met Layman Chunshan by chance and spent a lot of money to buy several of his paintings. Naturally, I kept the original works, but I still asked people to copy a few imitations for everyone to appreciate."

"Oh, so it's a fake, it's nothing to look at." The arrogant student looked down on such things.

"It's not a fake, it's just an imitation. The price is clearly marked, and it's not the original picture. Everyone will know it after seeing it." Most people are still interested, and follow the shopkeeper to see the painting.

And Shen Jia also saw Wei Shu in the study. At this time, he was wearing a cotton robe and his hair was simply tied up in a Taoist bun. He looked very romantic.

"Master Shen is here to deliver the contract?"

"Exactly." Shen Jia took out the contract and handed it to him.

Wei Shu didn't rush to look, but bowed to him, "It's fine to send someone to inform me, how dare I bother you to go there in person."

"It's just on the way." Shen Jia didn't think it was a big deal, and after signing the contract, Wei Shu was supposed to pay him, and 500 taels was not a small amount, so he had to take it and send it to Grand Master Wu himself.

Wei Shu read the contract carefully. He is a businessman and has signed countless contracts, but this is the first time he has seen such a detailed contract. It is clearly written in every frame, making it clear at a glance.

"Who drafted this contract?" Wei Shu asked curiously.

Shen Jia pointed to herself, "Me."

"I didn't expect Master Shen to be proficient in this. I will learn from you when I draw up contracts in the future. This is very good."

Of course, Shen Jia knew that her contract was revised according to the contracts of later generations, and the rights and responsibilities were written in great detail so as not to be taken advantage of.

"This official will suggest to the imperial court to unify all kinds of contracts, so as to prevent the same sales contract from being written in all kinds of ways, and the government will have to slowly consider word by word when dealing with cases of breach of contract. It will be much more convenient to have a unified format."

"Master Shen has a good opinion." Wei Shu really admires Shen Jia. It's a pity that this young man didn't enter the mall, but he is an official in the household department, and he can do more things than a businessman. I gave up my ideals for freedom, and I don't know if I will regret it in the future.

Wu Jing didn't intend to speak at first, but seeing the surname Wei staring at Shen Jia in a daze, he felt a little upset, and couldn't help reminding him: "Master Wei signed and signed the painting."

Wei Shu woke up and glanced at him. He saw this young man appearing with Shen Jia on both occasions. He didn't look like a servant or a friend, and he didn't know what the relationship was.

He signed his name, stamped his personal seal, made three copies, and handed two of them to Shen Jia, "Then the government will trouble Master Shen to send it over for the record."

"Hands up."

After signing, Wei Shu asked someone to deliver 500 taels of silver notes, personally sent Shen Jia downstairs, and then hurriedly called all the family managers for a meeting, announcing the news that the Four Seas Bookstore would print and sell newspapers in various places.

Shen Jia handed the bank note to Wu Jing and asked him to take it back to his father, but Wu Jing refused.

"I'm not going back. I'll serve as Master Shen's follower in the future. Just reward me with a bite of food."

Shen Jia raised her eyebrows and glanced at him. This child was probably disciplined by the University of Wu after returning home yesterday. His unreasonable demands were not met, and he began to give up on himself.

He has never taken him as a follower, if he is really a follower, I don't know how many days he can last.

"Ahem." He Yan reminded him with displeasure, "Mr. Wu, our lord has me now, so we don't need followers anymore."

Wu Jing asked in surprise: "I've seen one of your entourages coming in and out with Mr. Shen in the past few days. How can he be so shabby as a fifth-rank official? If you go to work, someone will wait on Mr. Shen, right?"

He Yan snorted coldly: "Because I am capable, one is worth ten, and do you think anyone can serve my master?"

There are really not many people around Shen Jia. He Yan holds several jobs by himself, but he is really capable and can do most of the things as a life assistant and work assistant. Besides, brothers Pan Chen and Pan Mo have been following him, too There are at most all-round assistants, so Shen Jia never thought about adding someone.

Shen Jia asked Wu Jing: "What did you tell your father when you went back yesterday?"

Wu Jing looked at him with wide bright eyes, "Just say that I want to start a business, and let him give me a shop to practice my hands first. I don't ask too much. I have said that the property that will be distributed to me in the future will be fine." After offsetting part of it, he almost fainted after listening to it, really."

Shen Jia rubbed her temples with a headache, what did Master Wu do in her previous life to have such a son, and she didn't even think about what kind of family the Wu family was, with a family of scholars for generations, how could they let their direct children go into business?

Wu Jing said that he would definitely not be able to do business if he wanted to do business. It would be good if Master Wu didn't break his leg.

"You are too impulsive, how can you say it directly?" Shen Jia said with emotion.

"Otherwise, it's just a shop, what else can I say?"

"You haven't learned any skills yet. If you just tell your father that you want to do business, who will believe it? At least you should learn some basic common sense."

Feeling insulted, Wu Jing pouted and asked, "What else do I have to learn? It's not that I don't know the twists and turns in the shopping mall. Of course, I'll know if I can do it!"

Shen Jia encouraged him and said: "Your self-confidence is a good thing, but your father doesn't trust you, why don't you come up with a specific plan first, if you have a shop, what do you want to sell and how to sell it, write it down to me in detail. Look at your father, this is the only way to be credible."

Wu Jing blinked, and sold his father without any burden. He said: "My father doesn't understand these things. He only has those ancient poems and poems in his eyes. How can he understand business?"

Shen Jia is right when she thinks about it, it is too embarrassing for a bachelor to date and do business, since the person has been sent to him, it is reasonable for him to give some pointers, "Then you write it for me, if you are afraid that I will not read it Understood, I can ask Boss Wei to look it up for you, or you can simply serve as his entourage, it’s better than I follow me to the Yamen.”

Wu Jing jumped up, put his head on the roof of the carriage, and stared at Shen Jia's master and servant in a daze, before they cared, Wu Jing shouted: "Stop!"

He made a bow to Shen Jia, and said happily: "You are right, I should learn from the big businessman, I will go to him right away!" After he turned around, he jumped out of the car and ran back. too late.

"Master, shall we... chase?" He Yan asked cautiously.

Shen Jia shook her head: "Forget it, it's fine to let him get rejected."

He Yan whispered: "I'm afraid that he will give away the 500 taels he just got to others."

Shen Jia was stunned for a moment, and urged: "Then what are you waiting for, chase after me!"