After the two parted, Fang Zhengyi didn't take the matter to heart.
But Xu Wenshu seemed to be serious and really told many people about this matter in private.
So much so that the next day, when Fang Zheng submitted the memorial, Emperor Jing asked a special question.
After the court session ended, many people gathered around to congratulate him.
Given the situation, Fang Zhengyi had no choice but to hold a grand banquet at the princess's residence.
No invitations have been sent out, so whoever wants to come may come... There are so many people coming to congratulate him that he can't remember who is who.
But it’s good to have more people, so I can receive more gifts~
With such status, it would be unjustifiable not to accept some money. If your integrity is recorded in history books, wouldn't the people in later generations think it was fake?
On the day of the birthday party, many guests gathered.
The doorman was outside reading out the gift list.
"Mr. Shi Mingshi, the Minister of Rites, presented me with a coral pen holder..."
"Master Yu Xiu, a Bachelor of Imperial Academy, presented me with a painting of auspicious clouds and cranes..."
Auspicious Clouds
"Doctor Hu, the director of the Imperial Hospital, presents me with a diamond..."
"Mr. Shen Yishen, the doctor of the Ministry of Revenue, presented a watch to the labor force..."
Fang Zheng touched his chin with a stiff smile on his face.
What? What kind of junk are these people sending?
Diamonds and watches are what I want to give them as gifts? They really don’t know how to choose gifts!
I'm eagerly looking forward to seeing some rare treasures today.
However, Shen Yi had been working as a reporter in a newspaper in his early years, and was later assigned to Yuding City. He only recently returned to Beijing to serve as an official. The key is that he is honest and upright, and it is understandable that he has no money.
But what about the others!
Such a big banquet was wasted...
Li Miaohan stood beside him, also with a faint smile on her face: "Husband, why are you having such a lavish birthday celebration this year? How many people did you invite?"
Fang Zhengyi said helplessly: "I can't help it. I have good relationships with people and they took the initiative to celebrate for me. I didn't invite anyone specifically. Anyone who wants to come can come."
"Is the emperor coming today?" Li Miaohan asked.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince said he couldn't come because he had something else to do. Thinking there would be a lot of people today and he didn't want to get involved, he made me a burger yesterday morning as a celebration." Fang Zhengyi said, covering his face.
Among so many people, the prince is the most stingy one!
Before going to court, I personally gave him a hamburger that I said I made myself.
Although the items were cheap, Fang Zhengyi was still quite satisfied with them.
After all, in his opinion, the thought is much more important than money.
...
After a long time, the restaurant was finally full of guests.
Fang Zheng glanced around the room and found that he didn't recognize most of the people, so there weren't many acquaintances.
The only official above the third rank who came in person was Xu Wenshu.
The others were all older than him, and their status was no lower than his, so there was no need for them to come.
Trying to curry favor with others can easily lead to gossip, so everyone should pay more attention to their reputation.
Moreover, everyone knows Fang Zhengyi's behavior over the years. He is not the kind of person who forms cliques for personal gain, nor is he the kind of person who would trip others up behind their backs. It is enough for him to ask someone to send a gift and say hello.
Xu Wenshu's situation was a bit special, after all, he was the one who started this matter.
Moreover, in recent times, the Ministry of Revenue has been communicating very closely with Fang Zhengyi.
Founder is involved in everything from exchanges to Jingxing Bank. In addition, Dajing has also begun to carry out drastic tax reforms.
After a long period of communication, Fang Zhengyi's insights and occasional ideas made Xu Wenshu exclaim that they were brilliant.
The relationship between the two is pretty good now.
When the courtyard returned to silence, Fang Zhengyi just raised his glass and was about to say a few polite words when he heard a loud announcement from the doorman outside.
"Eunuch Guo is here!"
The whole audience was silent, and all looked towards the door.
Guo Tianyang walked in with small steps and a smile on his face, followed by a little eunuch holding a tray.
Walking up to Fang Zheng, he said, "Marquis Jianye, His Majesty knows that it is your birthday today, so he specially ordered this servant to bring you a pot of imperial wine!"
Many minor officials in the courtyard exclaimed in secret.
Some of them had never dealt with Fang Zhengyi, or even met him.
I heard that people can come to their birthday party without an invitation, so I wanted to have a meal with them and take advantage of the situation!
Wow! It's a big scene right off the bat!
It was Marquis Jianye's birthday, and His Majesty came to give gifts.
It really was worth my trip today! It's such an honor!
Even if I didn't get to talk to Marquis Jianye, it's still worth bragging about!
"Thank you very much, Your Majesty, for your grace." Fang Zheng thanked him and took the imperial wine.
I couldn't help but complain in my heart.
Neither of these two is good value for money. One gives away food and the other gives away drinks....
"Marquis Jianye, we will go back to report." Guo Tianyang said as he raised his foot to leave.
Fang Zhengyi held him back and said, "Brother Guo, since you're here, why don't you have a meal before you leave?"
Guo Tianyang hesitated: "Is this appropriate? We didn't bring anything with us, and His Majesty is still waiting."
"I have money, it'll only take a while to eat. You'll be standing anyway when you go back."
"......"
"Okay then, I'll sit for a while." Guo Tianyang replied in a muffled voice.
Damn it! You insult me again!
However, he can no longer afford to offend Xiao Fang, so he just does what he says.
Since they gave me face, I'll stay and have a quick bite. I'll have to stand when I go back anyway...
Guo Tianyang took a seat.
Fang Zhengyi held the imperial wine and said, "Everyone is here today to give me face. I will say a few words while I am drinking your imperial wine."
"Today is a day of relaxation and joy. Everyone can eat and drink as much as they want. You must return home satisfied. I won't say more. That's it!"
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