Zhu Youxiao narrowed his eyes and sneered.
Wang Tigan went to the palace to report that Wei Zhongxian, the governor of the Eastern Depot, had returned to Beijing to report and was waiting for an audience outside.
Old Wei is back!
Zhu Youxiao saw the lies in the "History of Ming Dynasty" from Li Chengcheng and gained a new understanding of Wei. He did not trust him to the extreme, but he also had a little more trust in him.
Not long after, Master Wei hurried into the hall, fell to his knees and kowtowed, his voice choked with sobs, "Your Majesty, when I was away on business, I always thought of coming back. Now that I see Your Majesty, I'm so happy, so happy!"
Zhu Youxiao chuckled and said, "Wei Ban, please stand up! I eat well, sleep well, and exercise regularly. I feel that my body has become much stronger."
Uncle Wei climbed to his feet and finally dared to look at the emperor. His face showed an expression of satisfaction and admiration, and he said with a flattering smile: "Your Majesty is as vigorous as a dragon and a tiger, full of energy and spirit, and his demeanor is even better than before!"
Zhu Youxiao waved his hand gently and said, "Wei Ban looks dusty and tired, and you must have worked hard on your mission. You have done a good job and have made great contributions."
As he spoke, Zhu Youxiao took out the imperial edict that had been prepared long ago and asked the palace servants to read it out.
He was given the title of Viceroy and Deputy Governor, and was granted the Feiyu clothing, a hundred taels of silver, four pieces of silk, and one of his brothers and nephews was appointed to the Jinyiwei (Emperor's Uniform Guard).
Unlike civil servants, eunuchs didn't have much room for advancement in rank. According to the standards of the inner court, Wang Tigan's position as the seal-bearing eunuch was already the highest rank.
Zhu Youxiao also didn't want to give Uncle Wei an official title of one or two hundred words as in history.
For Mr. Wei, rewards are secondary; the emperor's trust and favor are the most important.
If he had the chance, he would rather switch places with Wang Tigan and hang around the emperor all day long rather than show off outside.
"I thank Your Majesty for your great grace and generous reward." Uncle Wei knelt down and kowtowed to receive the order, his voice trembling, showing his inner excitement and gratitude.
Wang Tigan stood beside him with his head bowed, and couldn't help but admire him secretly.
This damn Old Wei is learning the acting skills better and better. There is no trace of fakery at all.
Looking at his sleeves, Wang Tigan pursed his lips slightly. "Flying Fish Clothes, I already have them. They're better than yours."
Uncle Wei stood up again and began to report to the emperor, presenting a memorial listing statistical figures.
The royal family and princes contributed as much as 300,000 taels, and as little as 100,000 taels. Together with the 500,000 taels contributed by Prince Fu, Uncle Wei raised a total of more than 5 million taels for the emperor.
Enough, enough!
Zhu Youxiao looked at the names on the memorial, and the numbers behind them, and was overjoyed.
Well, these are all shareholders! No matter whether they are willing or not, I am not robbing you for nothing, I will give you dividends.
Putting down the memorial, Zhu Youxiao's tone became more gentle and friendly, saying: "Wei Ban, take a few days to rest, and then take over the task at the East Factory and sort it out!"
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty." Master Wei bowed and said, "This servant does not need to rest. I will return to the East Factory immediately to do my work and serve Your Majesty and share your worries."
Zhu Youxiao smiled and nodded, seeming to admire Master Wei's diligence. He said, "State affairs are heavy, and Master Wei's diligence is heartening to me. I have new instructions, which I will send to the East Factory in the next few days. Please implement them as soon as possible!"
"Yes, I obey your command."
Zhu Youxiao waved his hand, indicating that Mr. Wei could leave.
As Master Wei left the hall, he saw Wang Tigan coming out as well, seemingly wanting to see him off. He immediately smiled flatteringly and said, "The emperor's good health is all thanks to Eunuch Wang's attentive care."
Wang Tigan waved his hand and said modestly, "As long as the emperor is well, we are well. Serving is my duty, I dare not take credit for it."
Uncle Wei nodded repeatedly, seeming to agree deeply with what Eunuch Wang said. He lowered his voice and said, "I was on a business trip and brought back some local specialties. I'll send them to your house today."
Wang Tigan smiled, feeling pleased. "Look, I'm the boss of the factory. So what if I'm the governor of the East Factory? I still have to give him gifts."
"You are too polite, Eunuch Wei." Wang Tigan bowed and said with a smile, "Then I would be very honored to refuse."
"If Eunuch Wang declines, that would be rude!" Wei Zhongxian bowed, smiling brightly. "I'll treat Eunuch Wang to a drink some other day, and we'll have a good chat. For now, I'll take my leave."
"Goodbye, Eunuch Wei. I won't see you off." Wang Tigan also bowed, with a smile on his face as big as a flower.
The two Yin people exchanged some polite words and then said goodbye and left.
Humph, Wang Tigan straightened his chest, put his hands behind his back, looked at Lao Wei's departing back and put away his smile.
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