Chapter 754 Black-Hearted
Zhou Shuren sat up straight, the smile on his face disappeared, and slowly turned into a look of sorrow. "The original plan was to put the damaged ancient books from the Ministry of Revenue in the library, but, alas, they were too badly damaged and too shabby, and the library was damaged, so."
I won’t say the rest, as we are all smart people and can understand it!
Lord Xiao understood, and thought to himself that Zhou Shuren really didn't let him down. These princes were all rich and had deep family backgrounds. The maternal families of several of the princes had made a lot of money back then, and the princes were so wealthy that they could make money all the time.
The second prince Zhang Jingyang wanted to take a bite of Zhou Shuren. He was a black-hearted man. Not only did he cheat him of his money, he also wanted to steal his collection. All of his collections were treasures, very valuable, and one piece was worth a fortune.
The third prince Zhang Jingshi pulled the corner of his mouth, "Master Zhou, if you open your mouth, you must draw blood!"
Zhou Shuren pursed his face, "I am helpless too!"
His acting skills are also good. Well, the bitter expression is just right.
The fourth prince Zhang Jingxi wanted to withdraw. Lord Xiao and Zhou Shuren were like bottomless pits, and he was afraid that they could never be filled!
Zhang Jinghong looked left and right, and only the shells were left of the melon seeds in his hand. He had learned his lesson today, but he would never set foot in this account department again, because one needs money to enter!
Xiao Qing sighed, "The Ministry of Revenue also wants to run the library more respectably. Everything is for the emperor!"
Zhou Shuren, "How many princes do you think?"
The time has come to show filial piety. The emperor is ruthless in cheating his son, so they have no reason to be lenient.
Several princes' faces turned green, especially the Fourth Prince. He was ready to withdraw, but now Lord Xiao mentioned his father, he didn't dare to withdraw. He could only raise the price. It was his collection, his collection.
Zhang Jingxi felt heartbroken. His second brother just liked collecting, and so did his third brother. Only he really liked books and calligraphy and paintings. He was also the most knowledgeable among the princes!
In Lizhou City, Changyi was waiting at the gate of the academy. When he arrived in Lizhou, he did not meet his brother-in-law immediately. Instead, he showed up only after careful investigation and confirmation that what was written in his brother-in-law's letter was true.
Qian Keqi walked out of the academy, looked carefully, felt familiar, and asked hesitantly, "Brother-in-law?"
Chang Yi pointed to the carriage behind him and said, "Let's talk on the carriage!"
Qian Keqi nodded and got on the carriage. He was nervous facing his brother-in-law. He was young and ignorant before, but later he entered the academy, learned knowledge, and understood more. He knew that his brother-in-law and sister did not like him very much.
Chang Yi waited until his brother-in-law was seated, then signaled the driver to leave. "We received your letter. Your sister is worried about you, so she asked me to come to Lizhou to see you."
Qian Keqi looked up in surprise. He wrote the letter firstly because he knew his own limitations and didn't want to go to Zhou's house to dislike others. Secondly, he was also an ambitious man. It was better to rely on oneself than on others. He had no shortage of money and was studying in an academy. With the protection of the Yang family, he had some confidence.
He really didn't expect that his sister would send someone to Lizhou. Unexpectedly, not only did his sister send someone, but the person who came was his brother-in-law!
Chang Yi smiled. The child was still young and had grown a lot even after his mother-in-law passed away. "Your sister really couldn't leave home, so I worshipped your mother-in-law on her behalf. We performed a ritual for her. Your sister and your niece also wrote scriptures. I brought all the scriptures with me."
Qian Keqi thought of his mother and his ears turned red. When his mother was alive, she often complained about how his sister enjoyed herself and didn't help him. When she was dying, she kept talking about how his mother protected his sister. She asked him to remember this and if his sister treated him badly in the Zhou Mansion, he should complain more.
Chang Yi looked at his brother-in-law's reaction and understood that his mother-in-law must not have said anything good about his wife. He really didn't care. The person was gone and his wife missed her. He was not going to go back and tell his wife that he was interested in this brother-in-law.
Qian Keqi saw his brother-in-law looking at him, and felt like he was being seen through. He panicked, "Brother-in-law."
Chang Yi retracted his gaze and said, "I will stay in Lizhou City for a few days. You can follow me today. I will make arrangements for you, and we will feel more at ease."
This boy is a gifted child. The teachers and the dean of the academy think highly of him. The child was also ridiculed a lot for breaking off the engagement. However, he has no resentment at such a young age and is able to focus on studying. This child will have a bright future if he is well nurtured.
Qian Keqi understood that his brother-in-law wanted to take him to meet someone, and the person he was meeting must be an official from Lizhou City. He moved his mouth and said, "Thank you, brother-in-law."
Chang Yi paused for a moment, his hair not quite reaching the height of a teenager's. "We are a family."
In the capital, at the Ministry of Revenue, Xiao Qing's beard curled up as he looked at the calligraphy and paintings and ancient books that were placed on the table.
Zhou Shuren was also very satisfied. There would be people who would buy these calligraphy and painting imitations at a high price.
The third prince looked very upset. Even though he became the director of the library, he was not happy. However, when he compared himself with his second and fourth brothers, he felt a lot better.
The second and fourth brothers got nothing. They did get the silver back, but they lost the calligraphy, paintings and ancient books.
The second prince Zhang Jingyang didn't want to stay in the Ministry of Revenue any longer. He gritted his teeth and said, "Master Zhou, I have learned a lot from your mouth."
Zhou Shuren said modestly, "I am not worthy of the Second Prince's admiration."
Zhang Jinghong was a little angry, and the second brother's tone was as if he wanted to eat Zhou Shuren!
Xiao Qing coughed and said, "Are the princes okay? If not, I should write a letter to the emperor."
Zhou Shuren continued, "These are the filial piety of several princes. The emperor will be happy to see them."
The fourth prince Zhang Jingxi stood up and said, "Goodbye."
Zhang Jingyang also stood up and warned himself in his heart that as long as Zhou Shuren was in the Ministry of Revenue, he would never come to visit easily. Now his heart was bleeding. All of his mother's dowry was given to him. His mother's dowry was generous and his grandfather also fully supported him. Even if he had more money, he would still feel the pain.
The second prince Zhang Jingyang glared at Zhang Jinghong who was still drinking tea, "The show is over."
Zhang Jinghong laughed dryly, "Ah, it's getting late, it's time for my brother to go home."
Having said that, he quickly slipped away.
Zhou Shuren watched the princes leave, then came back and said, "I have offended the princes this time."
Xiao Qing sneered, "Don't talk like you're afraid."
Do you really think he knows nothing?
Zhou Shuren smiled and said, "I am just expressing my feelings."
Xiao Qing had already counted the silver bills and shook them, "There really is silver. Two hundred thousand taels can be taken out at any time."
He thought he was a man who knew how to live, and he had saved a lot of money over the years. Looking at the banknotes in his hand, he felt a little jealous. Even if he sold all his belongings, he would not be able to get so much money.