Chapter 339: An Old Minister's Advice to the Emperor
Jiang Wan took it, opened it and read it, then passed it to her husband and father to read.
"Sir, did you also intercept this from Deyi Building?"
"No."
Qin Zhenning shook his head, raised his hand and pointed in the direction of the Prime Minister's Mansion, his tone calm.
"It's on the wall of Ji Xiang's house."
"...No, Lao Qin, please stop talking and let me sort it out. Why is this so confusing?"
Old Jiang tapped the table with his fingers in annoyance.
"I just asked you if this trap was set by that kid from the Ji family, and you said no.
You also said that Deyi Tower was the spy nest of Linyue State, and now the secret report was intercepted from the wall of Ji family?
So, do you mean that the Ji family has something to do with the Linyue Kingdom?"
His frown was full of disbelief.
"It's true that Ji Xun is cunning and cunning, but he wouldn't commit adultery or betray his country. You don't know, I've heard the late emperor talk about some trivial things before.
He said that the reason Old Ji had joined the army and joined him was because the Ji family had all been harmed by the soldiers and bandits of the previous dynasty. That was why Ji Xun was particularly greedy for official positions and valued power. However, among the officials he appointed, there were basically no ones who brought disaster to the country and the people.
A common man who values reputation so much and wants to leave his name in history even after his death has already become the head of all officials in Dayu. What reason does he have to collude with Linyue?
Doesn't this make sense, Lao Qin?"
Qin Zhenning looked at the emperor and empress who were in deep thought and responded softly.
"I only said that this secret report was intercepted from the top of the Ji family wall, but I didn't say it was intercepted from Prime Minister Ji."
Jiang Wan immediately grasped the key point.
"Is it Ji Yunzhi?"
"Maybe."
Now Jiang Huailiang and Li Chengxiu, the martial arts father-in-law and son-in-law, also understood what was said, and Li Laosi slammed the table hard.
"I'll have someone take him to jail. Whether he's right or not, won't we find out after a trial?"
"Need not."
"Don't alert the enemy."
Two voices of dissuasion sounded one after another. Jiang Wan glanced at Lord Qin who was looking at her with admiration, turned around and explained the reason to her husband in detail.
"We already know that Ji Yunzhi has problems, so let's keep him under our watchful eyes. It's better than having someone with ulterior motives insert a hidden spy into the situation."
He turned his head to look at the two elders and expressed his own psychological speculations.
"I understand what you mean, sir. It's not just the Ji family, or even Lin Yue's shadow, behind this matter. There are other forces watching or helping.
Dad, go home and have a good talk with Mom. Talk to the second son about the situation. Let's hurry up and arrange the marriage first, and then get married after the national mourning period is over."
"Yes, Dad, please tell my family. Tell them what I said: no matter who Jiang Han chooses to marry, I will grant her an imperial decree."
Li Chengxiu, who knew his wife's thoughts very well, readily gave the Jiang family a reassurance.
Jiang Huailiang immediately knelt down to express his gratitude.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
"Hehehe, no thanks, no thanks. Dad, hurry up and get up. There's no one else here, why are you being so polite to me?"
"Thank you for your consideration, Your Majesty. Etiquette cannot be abolished."
Old Jiang imitated Old Qin's righteous words, stood up and bowed seriously, and Old Qin smiled with satisfaction.
As elders and Grand Tutors, they must do everything they can to maintain the emperor's dignity. Although the emperor himself may not have this thing, they must always maintain it for him.
Jiang Wan raised his hand and pointed at the secret letter.
"What about this letter?"
"Don't worry, they've received the letter."
Old Fox Qin blinked his eyes, and the two of them tacitly started a new topic.
"Sir, do you know anything about the Qian family?"
"What is it?"
Li Chengxiu knows the answer to this question, he quickly interrupted.
"Old Zhu wanted to recommend the Qian family for official positions. He initially offered me a magic pill, but I refused. A few days ago, he said the Qian family was wealthy and willing to sacrifice a trade route. Father, Lord Qin, do you think this is a good idea?"
Old Jiang and Old Qin looked at each other and remained silent.
Jiang Wan then continued speaking.
"Business in Dayu isn't easy these days, with aristocratic families controlling every corner. The biggest beneficiary is undoubtedly the Jiangnan waterway.
My husband and I have pondered this for a long time. The fastest way to make money in this world is through commerce, but commerce is inseparable from the canal. The Qian family is willing to let us go, which is really hard not to be tempted."
Qin Zhenning sighed.
"I know you're short on money, but if the Emperor and Empress compete with the people for profit, it won't sound good."
"Don't worry, sir. I know what to do."
Jiang Wan can put people at ease just by speaking.
"I've pondered this for a long time before finally coming up with a feasible solution. After all, our ultimate goal in supporting livelihoods is to support the country and its people, so there's no need for these industries to be registered under the royal family's name.
We can register these businesses directly with the Ministry of Revenue, making them part of the imperial court. Then, we can benefit the people and amass wealth for the country. The profits come from the people and are used for the people.
even…"
She smiled slyly.
"When the time is right, we can reopen the trade fair, right, sir?"
Qin Zhenning lowered his eyes and thought.
He was a true aristocrat, and from childhood to university he had always been concerned about how to play the game with the imperial family. Even after experiencing the turbulent times, he never fell into poverty and had to worry about making money.
After all, aristocratic families were all behemoths, and it was impossible for them to allow their legitimate descendants to fall into such a miserable state. Therefore, Minister Qin, who was always known for his wisdom and intelligence, really had no idea about the way of business.
"I'm sorry to say I don't quite understand the business strategy Her Majesty is talking about. I'll consult the Minister of Revenue and discuss it in detail later. As for Qian, I do know a thing or two."
He considered carefully for a few breaths.
"There's no need to worry about the Qian family in the capital; they don't have any outstanding figures. However, there's a Qian Boyue in the Qian family, who was the top scorer in the same exam as me.
That man was a man of great literary talent and a master of business, having served as Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue during the previous dynasty. However, he was a shrewd man, and when he sensed that things were not going well, he withdrew quickly, leading his entire family back to their ancestral home, leaving only one branch of his family to wait and see in the capital.
The Qian family has indeed been away from Jiangnan for a long time. It is understandable that they are willing to give up their business and allow their children to return to official careers.
but,"
Old Qin stood up and bowed to make a direct appeal.
"If the Emperor and Empress trust my humble opinion, then please listen to my advice.
The character of the Qian family members is worrying.
Usable, but never reusable!"
Jiang Wan and Li Chengxiu looked at each other again, and then saw Li Chengxiu walk over very proudly and extend his hand to help.
"Oh, my Master Taifu, we're all just listening to what you say. Why are we being polite to each other? I know you care about me, and everything you say and advise me is for my own good. I understand, I understand everything!"
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