Chapter 95: Every policy from above has its countermeasures from below (1 update)
Lu Chengtian finally got the soap, but it was not given by Lu Zexu, but paid for by him.
He looked at the neatly arranged boxes of soap.
The shapes and patterns were different, with peach blossoms, lotus flowers, peony flowers and other shapes being the most common, and then there were some simple and elegant patterns, which were obviously suitable for men.
Lu Chengtian immediately chose a bright yellow soap to clean his hands.
After using it once, he immediately understood why the concubines in the harem and the civil and military officials in the court liked to use this soap. It
was smooth to the touch, had its own fragrance, and could also achieve the effect of cleaning dirt. It was indeed a rare good thing.
In the past few days, when he went to the study to discuss matters, he could always hear a few words from the ministers talking about their experience of using soap. He could only listen, but after today, he could also participate in the discussion.
After all, according to his observations in the past few days, even the Prime Minister’s home only bought one flavor of soap, but he has more than ten kinds here!
He is so proud!
It is said that the soap in Fangfeixuan is limited to a daily supply, and this is the rule no matter who goes to buy it. In
addition, the store supplies a large number of soap flavors, and some people want to try every one of them.
This leads to those dignitaries and noble families who have obviously already bought soaps still patronizing Fangfeixuan every day to see if they can buy other flavors.
The harder it is to buy soap, the wider the reputation of Fangfeixuan spreads, and the better the business is.
Lu Zexu is not making a fortune now, but that's almost the same.
The soap business has become better, which has boosted the income of a large number of farmers.
After all, making soap requires a lot of flowers and oils.
Flowers can be sold for money, which is great news for those farmers. What they lack the least is hard work.
Lu Zexu specially vacated a farm to produce soap and soap. Every day, farmers come to the farm with baskets to sell flowers. A basket of flowers is exchanged for a string of copper coins.
The moment they got the copper coins, every farmer's face was full of smiles. This was the easiest money they had ever made.
Those who are quick-witted have decided to plant flowers in front of and behind their houses, in the mountains and wild lands, so that they can have an extra source of income.
It is no secret that Fangfeixuan is the prince's industry. Therefore, the farmers in the capital are grateful to the prince from the bottom of their hearts.
This is actually a very good start for Lu Zexu, who has just entered the court.
However, Lu Zexu does not want such a start at all, and he does not want to go to court at all. If
he goes to court at the hour of Mao, he has to get up at the hour
of Yin! God knows, since he did not go to class, he always got up at the hour of Chen! He
slept until noon!
But now, he has to get up before dawn, and he has to do this every day in the future. He really can't stand such hardship.
When the prince goes to court to listen to government affairs, he will naturally stand at the head of all officials.
Lu Zexu listened to the buzzing in his ears, all of which were trivial matters, and those accusations were so enthusiastic about reporting others, but he was standing here, why didn't they report him?
He was very disappointed with these accusations. He
didn't know how many times he yawned, and his eyes were filled with tears. No, he couldn't bear this punishment for a second time.
He would skip work tomorrow!
Lu Chengtian took all his performance in his eyes. All the civil and military officials in the court stood upright, but he stood crookedly and kept yawning. It was simply outrageous!
"The prince has just entered the court and is not familiar with government affairs. He should go to the Ministry of Revenue first."
The good job in the eyes of the court officials was what Lu Zexu was afraid of.
Everyone thought that the emperor still valued the prince, otherwise he would not have sent the prince to such an important department for training as soon as he entered the court.
Lu Zexu was so scared that he froze in the middle of a yawn.
What does it mean?
The Ministry of Revenue?
The Ministry of Revenue that controls the purse of Daliang?
Think about it, the annual taxes are managed by the Ministry of Revenue.
For war, the Ministry of Revenue needs to raise food and fodder.
For disaster relief, the Ministry of Revenue needs to allocate funds.
Military pay is still the Ministry of Revenue's business.
If he enters the Ministry of Revenue, wouldn't he be busy every day without even time to eat or drink?
No!
He can't take this job! Don't
expect him to be a hardworking old ox.
However, before he could refuse, the morning court was over.
Lu Zehua was very depressed. He thought that his father would assign him a job today, but his father didn't even mention it.
Lu Zehua, who was originally preparing to do something big, was just feeling sad, and then he felt his shoulders sink. He turned around and met Lu Zexu's sincere eyes.
Then he was pulled to Yu's study.
"Father, let my fifth brother also enter the Ministry of Revenue. It doesn't matter if you drive one sheep or two sheep to be an assistant minister of the Ministry of Revenue. My fifth brother and I will study together and do jobs together."
Lu Zexu stated his needs directly.
Lu Zehua was shocked. He didn't expect that the prince would be so good to him. Not only did he help him enter the court, but he also took the initiative to help him get a job!
Even if his father disagrees, he will remember this favor in his heart.
Lu Chengtian: "Let's do it this way."
Lu Zehua's eyes widened even more. Just... so simple, so casual?
Lu Zexu got it done with just one sentence? !
The Ministry of Revenue is a very important one among the six ministries. When the previous brothers went to the court to listen to government affairs, no one went to the Ministry of Revenue.
What virtue and ability does he have? He
can actually go to the Ministry of Revenue!
When he walked out of Yu's study, he felt like he was floating when he walked, and felt that everything was illusory and unreal.
All this continued until he went to report to the Ministry of Revenue.
The assistant minister of the Ministry of Revenue has always been loyal to the emperor. Since the prince has come to him, he will naturally teach him personally.
Lu Zexu looked at the pile of account books on the desk, his head was buzzing, and then he looked at the abacus on the side, and his fingers began to hurt.
"Your Highnesses have just arrived at the Ministry of Revenue, so you should sort out the tax accounts first."
The assistant minister said and went to work. As the assistant minister of the Ministry of Revenue, he has no time to spare.
Lu Zehua originally wanted to perform well, and the abacus was too simple for them, so he immediately sat down at the desk and used the abacus.
The crackling sound was fast and urgent, and then the account books were turned page by page, which made Lu Zexu stunned.
It seems that it is a wise choice to bring Lu Zehua to the Ministry of Revenue.
"Fifth brother, you are so amazing! You are so good at using the abacus! You are the best abacus player I have ever seen."
Lu Zexu praised sincerely.
Lu Zehua's ears turned red and he felt embarrassed. "It's not that good. I just prefer using the abacus."
Lu Zexu's eyes brightened. He pushed the account books in front of his desk directly to Lu Zehua with both hands. "A gentleman does not take away what others love. Then all these account books will be handed over to you."
"Thank you, Your Highness the Crown Prince."
Lu Zehua was very moved. The crown prince was really good to him!
He trusted him so much!
After returning home, he must send a generous gift to the East Palace!
Otherwise, it would be unfair to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for taking care of him.
Lu Zexu: Since the work has been done, can he just run away?