Chapter 852: Showing Presence

At the court the next day, the Ministry of War submitted a proposal to build a fleet, along with the expansion of the navy. The emperor had expressed his idea a long time ago, and no one knew that he could be stopped.

Of course they didn't want to stop it. The aristocratic families all controlled the merchants. The profits from maritime trade in recent years were too great. Now that the emperor had bought grain once, they also became interested.

Most people were in support of it, believing that a strong navy would guarantee the merchant ships of the dynasty. Of course, there were also those who opposed it, saying that it would cost the people money and manpower, and that things were already good enough.

Zhou Shuren lowered his head, thinking in his heart, this is the treasury silver that has just been handed over to the emperor to be deposited in the Ministry of Revenue. The emperor acted really quickly.

As for who expressed opposition, Zhou Shuren didn't care. After all, there had never been a unanimous vote in the court, so it was normal to have voices of opposition. Some people were used to singing a different tune, otherwise how could they make their presence felt?

Zhou Shuren went to court more often. It was actually quite interesting in the court. You see, some people just said a few words to make their presence known to the emperor, and then they never spoke again. They just stood there quietly without moving, and those who didn't know would think they were pillars!

Soon the court was over and people gathered in groups of three or four. Xiao Qing was called over. Zhou Shuren saw Master Xiao looking at him, "Master?"

Xiao Qing thought for a moment, then smiled and said, "You go back first."

Zhou Shuren had a bad feeling. He wanted to stay and wait for the adults, but Mr. Xiao had already left quickly. The bad feeling became stronger and stronger.

Li Zhao patted Zhou Shuren on the shoulder, "Your Shangshu has gone far away, come back to your senses."

Zhou Shuren laughed dryly, "Lord Li."

Li Zhao, "Let's go together."

Zhou Shuren didn't want to. The Ministry of War had just sent two folding notes, which were all silver. But the force was not as strong as Lord Li's. Lord Li's arms were also long. It was like grabbing a chicken when he pulled. Zhou Shuren was very depressed. "Please, sir."

So you can let go and he won't run away.

Li Zhao confirmed that Zhou Shuren would not run away and let go of his hand, smiling, "Your legs are not long, but you run fast."

Zhou Shuren, "......."

I remember that he also had long legs back then, but now hehe.

Zhou Shuren and Lord Li walked slowly. In front of them were Lord Wang, the Minister of Personnel, and Lord Feng, the Minister of Rites. The two of them walked together.

Li Zhao moved his ears, pulled Zhou Shuren and quickened his pace, then followed him only one step away.

Zhou Shuren, "......."

This is open and aboveboard listening.

Lord Feng noticed this and continued, "Lord Wang, you have been the Minister of Personnel for quite some time."

Lord Wang smiled playfully, "It's a pity that your concern is in vain."

Lord Feng was unwilling to accept it, "That may not be the case."

Lord Wang said quietly, "Why don't you stay in the Ministry of Rites? This Ministry of Rites is almost like the Feng family. How comfortable it is."

Feng Huai shuddered inwardly. This was the imperial palace. "Lord Wang, please be careful with your words."

Lord Wang smiled and said, "If you shut up, I will be careful with what I say. Otherwise, I can't control my mouth. Who knows what I will say? Hey, this is the good thing about the Ministry of Personnel. There are so many little secrets."

Zhou Shuren walked with his head down. Lord Wang was still polite to Lord Feng. At this moment, Lord Wang would not think of moving. Feng Huai was staring at other people's position, so he deserved to be scolded.

Li Zhao stroked his beard and interrupted, "Master Feng, you still have the mind to think about the outside of the pot. I admire you. Little secret."

Feng Huai narrowed his eyes, "What do you mean?"

Li Zhao, "We are not friends, so I won't tell you."

Zhou Shuren, "......."

Could he just slip away first?

Academy, Mingyun arrived at the classroom and was surrounded. "What are you doing?"

Liu Qi leaned back in his chair, not paying attention. "You became famous overnight. My dad praised you a lot yesterday. It made me learn from you. I'm here to learn."

The others laughed, "Yes, yes, we are all here to learn."

Mingyun's mouth twitched. These people had good backgrounds and behaved flamboyantly, but they were not annoying. It was just that they were too dishonest sometimes. He waved his hand, "You are making fun of me. Get out of here."

Liu Qi and his friends laughed, "Every time we have a day off, you stay at home. This time you can't. We brothers will take turns to invite you. Come on, come to my house for a gathering during this day off. Let me report to my old man."

Mingyun rolled his eyes, "You have to serve me some good tea, otherwise I won't leave the house."

Liu Qi smiled and said, "Don't worry, the tea must be good."

Then, in front of Mingyun, several people arranged whose house to visit next, completely ignoring Zhou Mingyun's opinion.

Gu Liufeng was watching from the side and he found that Mingyun had changed a lot after yesterday. The Mingyun used to be a little restrained, but today he was completely relaxed.

At the Ministry of Revenue, Zhou Shuren stared at Lord Xiao, "Sir, you said you would let me calculate the silver needed for the ship?"

Xiao Qing felt a little guilty. He had proposed this to the emperor, and the emperor agreed very quickly. He was old, and since Zhou Shuren came to the Ministry of Revenue, he finally enjoyed some leisure time that a minister should have. This was a benefit, and he didn't want to suffer so much. "That's it."

Zhou Shuren laughed in his heart, so his bad premonition was here. He was exhausted, the ship was involved too much, and his head was buzzing. "Sir, I think."

Xiao Qing stood up, "Oh, I still have to see Li Zhao, do you want to stay?"

Zhou Shuren, "...No, I will withdraw."

Xiao Qing smiled, "Go ahead. You don't have to be so anxious. It's winter now, so you have more time. Hey, this is the first time in so many years that I'm facing a rich treasury. There's a lot of silver from the sea tax."

Zhou Shuren thought, one thing leads to another, and in the end, he was the one who was tired.

Zhou Shuren returned to the house, thinking about his subordinates, his doctors and managers. He really didn't like any of them, especially missing Wang Ju. When Wang Ju was by his side, he was very relaxed, but suddenly he froze. How could he not be the same with Lord Xiao!

Zhou Shuren touched his growing beard, well, he had to find a way to get Wang Ju over so that they could enjoy the happiness together!

However, Wang Ju would not be able to help him for a few years. Not to mention that Old Master Wang had his own plans, the Emperor would not allow Wang Ju to join forces with him in the Ministry of Revenue. He could only borrow her for a few years.

At Zhou's residence, Zhulan handed the prepared gift to Zhao, "This is Qiao Qian's gift, take it with you."

Zhao had already asked her mother-in-law what gift she wanted. Her mother-in-law gave her a pair of ornaments. She prepared writing brushes, ink, paper and inkstone for her future son-in-law. Because both her husband and daughter were satisfied, she felt more generous.

Zhao said, "Mom, I'm going out now."

"Well, Mrs. Hu is a reasonable person. I warned you last time. You don't need to mention it again this time. It will be bad if you mention it too much. You are here to congratulate Qiao Qian today."

Zhao accepted the instruction humbly, "Mother, I have taken note of it."

Zhu Lan smiled and said, "Wear more clothes when you go out. It's snowing outside. It's especially cold today. Bring a hand warmer with you."

Zhao felt warm in her heart, "I don't ask Hu to treat Yushuang like mother treats me, I will feel relieved if Hu is half as good as you."

Zhulan thought to herself that she could really choose the best mother-in-law in ancient times. After listening to what Zhao said, she felt relieved, "Hu will treat Yushuang well."