Chen Jingke never looks at people with malicious eyes, but he also never overestimates people's qualities. They will never let go of an opportunity to make money.
A hairtail fish that is more than one meter long can be bought for ten to eight cents. If you buy it for two cents and resell it, you can make five or six cents, which is a huge profit.
If there are no restrictions, good things can turn into bad things.
Directly ordered by the imperial court, this is a benefit specially given by the saint to everyone during the Chinese New Year because of the hardship of the people. No one is allowed to resell it for more than two cents.
With this order, I can't say that we can put an end to reselling at high prices, but it won't mess things up, and the people will also remember Li Shimin's kindness.
In fact, what we really want to prevent is for people with connections to purchase in large quantities, so that we don’t have to eat it ourselves at home.
Don’t doubt it, there are too many such people.
Therefore, those who sell hairtail are businessmen who have cooperated with them, and they are supervised through the channels of Taoism and Wangyuetan.
Although it is impossible to completely prevent this situation from happening, it can be reduced a little bit.
As for why this benefit should be given to Li Shimin...
Taoism is too strong now, and Zixiao Temple's reputation is too great.
If it weren't for Sun Simiao and Chen Jingke, the imperial court would have split it up long ago.
Even so, due precautions are still necessary.
Li Shimin once said bluntly that there can only be two Taoist leaders.
One was Sun Simiao, and the other was Chen Jingke.
When both of them are gone, either Taoism will not have a leader, or the leader can only be appointed by the court.
Chen Jingke naturally wouldn't say anything about this. Unified Taoism is really too dangerous.
Not to mention Li Shimin, even Chen Jingke himself felt scared sometimes.
If it weren't for Wu Shu's help and supervision, he would not have become the second leader.
Under such circumstances, he also tried to keep a low profile and often did good deeds without leaving his name.
The benefits of selling benefits to the people at low prices must be given to Li Shimin, and only to him.
Besides, if this benefit was not given to Li Shimin, what reason would the imperial court have for issuing an order not to allow the price to be raised?
After standing in front of the fish stall for a while, more and more people were buying fish.
After buying the fish, many people shouted that the saint would be blessed with endless happiness and longevity.
Yuchi Xunyu admired his operation method.
No wonder this person is so popular, incomparable, incomparable.
Afterwards, the two came to the temple. Chen Jingke asked people to prepare the banquet, and at the same time sent people to invite Qin Huaidao and Cheng Huailiang to come over.
The good brothers are back, and one of them comes faster than the other.
Naturally, I am very happy to see you again after a long absence.
The four of them were eating, drinking, and chatting.
Mainly, Yuchi Xunyu introduced the situation of his service in Liuzhao, and Chen Jingke and others occasionally intervened to talk about the situation in Chang'an.
After talking about the main business, we started chatting all over the world and thinking about the future.
When talking about the future, the four of them became even more excited.
Although everyone's path is different, the future is quite bright.
Yuchi Xunyu established a firm foothold in the army and was a leader among the new generation.
Qin Huaidao also has a promising future in the East Palace.
Relatively speaking, Cheng Huailiang's change is the biggest. Previously, because you were the second son in the family, you were also treated as a princess.
He can only be an idler in this life.
Whenever he talks about his ideals in life, he seems very frustrated.
It's different now. Qiuxuan Academy made him find his goal.
With the large-scale application of various strange machines and the opening of various new factories, the study of physics has attracted more and more attention.
Qiuxuan Academy also rose with the tide and became a first-class place of learning in the Tang Dynasty.
As the president of the academy, he would be looked down upon by others wherever he went, and even great scholars would be polite when seeing him.
Now when people mention him, the first thing that comes to their mind is no longer labels like 'Cheng Yaojin's son' or 'Princess Qinghe's consort'.
But it was Cheng Hualiang, the principal of Qiuxuan Academy.
Success in his career also allows him to stand tall and upright in front of his wife and children.
Not to mention Chen Jingke, who seems to be wandering around every day, doing things here and there with a hammer and a stick.
But wherever he goes, there will be completely different changes.
After chatting for a while, the four of them brought the topic back to reality and talked about their short-term plans.
Yuchi Xunyu said: "I originally thought that the forces in Liuzhao were complicated and there would be opportunities to make meritorious deeds."
"Who would have known that the Taoists there were so well managed, and not to mention that everyone's hearts were almost the same as those of the Tang Dynasty, so there was no chance of going to the battlefield."
When talking about this, Chen Jingke was very proud and said: "Haha... When it comes to uniting various ethnic groups, there is nothing more suitable than religion."
"It can not only allow unrelated people to meet each other with swords, but also make enemies become brothers."
"The southwest can be said to be the best example of Taoism's expansion in recent years."
Yuchi Xunyu nodded, then hesitated and said: "But the Taoism of Liuzhao seems to have deviated from the teachings of Zixiaoguan."
"And the Jingyun Temple is even more powerful there. Most believers only know about the Jingyun Temple and don't know about the Zixiao Temple."
Chen Jingke smiled and explained: "I know that every place has its own customs and habits. If Taoism wants to expand, it should follow the customs."
"As long as the core ideas remain unchanged and as long as believers recognize China and the Tang Dynasty, everything else is acceptable."
"Only when a hundred flowers bloom can Taoism progress; rigid dogma will only stagnate."
"As for the dominance of the Jingyunguan family, this is what they deserve, and they have the tacit approval of the imperial court and the Taoist sect."
Why can Jingyun Temple dominate the Southwest?
Naturally, it is not because Li Chunfeng is an official in the court, nor is it because of Zixiaoguan's preference, but because of his hard work.
Previously, a handsome Taoist priest from Jingyun Temple went to the southwest to preach, and by chance he married the daughter of the chief of a large local tribe.
Relying on this opportunity, he successfully persuaded the tribe to convert and gained an advantage in the southwest.
After that, Jingyun Temple used 80 to 90% of its strength here to expand its achievements.
Li Chunfeng even took the time to personally travel to the southwest twice to hold talks with local believers and tribal chiefs.
Under this circumstance, the fact that Jingyunguan is the dominant family was established.
Of course, the help of the imperial court was naturally indispensable, and Zixiaoguan also exerted its efforts.
Why does Jingyunguan spend so much energy running the southwest?
The reason is very simple. The Central Plains and Jiangnan have been carved up by the major Taoist sects.
As latecomers, they have only two ways to develop, one is to compete for the territory of other factions, and the other is to go out.
Today's Taoism has a leader, and Zixiao Temple is in the middle to regulate it. It is impossible to compete for the territory of other factions.
Then you can only walk out.
It happened that their disciple married the chief's daughter, which laid the foundation.
Jingyun Temple can also be said to be following the trend.
The purpose of the imperial court's support of Jingyun Temple was also very simple. Firstly, it would help educate the local indigenous people, and secondly, it would create a new foothold in Taoism.
Now that Sun Simiao and Chen Jingke are here, it doesn't matter how many hills there are.
In the future, when both of them are gone, these mountains can ensure that Taoism will no longer be unified under one person.
Moreover, Jingyun Temple is also an example, telling other small factions that as long as you dare to go out, you can achieve development.
Because of his achievements, those small sects are indeed like chicken blood, and they are actively expanding one by one.
Nowadays, Taoist preachers can be found in various areas around the Tang Dynasty, including the southeastern islands, the primitive jungles of the southwest, the northern deserts, and the Western Regions...
Not to mention how many achievements they have achieved, the existence of these evangelists is of great significance.
It can collect intelligence from various places, promote the power and propositions of the Tang Dynasty to the outside world, etc.
It is through them that the concept of Chinese civilization has become known to more and more people.
Yuchi Xunyu had not been in the capital for a long time, and the generals rarely cared about these things, so they did not know the inside story.
However, Chen Jingke was still very happy for his good brother's concern.
After some explanations, Yuchi Xunyu suddenly understood and said: "I didn't expect it to be so complicated. It seems I'd better just be a military general."
Qin Huaidao shook his head and said: "When your position is high enough, you must pay attention to these things, otherwise it will be difficult to move forward."
Yuchi Xunyu said nonchalantly: "Aren't you here? I'll leave these intrigues to you. I'm only responsible for charging into battle."
Then everyone stopped saying anything.
Yuchi Xunyu continued: "There is no war in the southwest, so I plan to go to the Western Regions next year."
"Aweng said that the main battlefield in the future will be over there. I can seize the opportunity by going there in advance."
This is indeed a good suggestion. Chen Jingke was about to agree when he heard Qin Huaidao say: "The one who is more likely to mobilize troops next year is Mobei."
Yuchi Xunyu said in surprise: "Mobei? Isn't Xue Yantuo already defeated? Who will they attack?"
Chen Jingke was also puzzled. It shouldn't be.
Qin Huaidao looked around and lowered his voice and said: "His Royal Highness summoned his confidants in the East Palace to discuss the matter and said that Du Mo Zhi could not convince the public, and Xue Yan Tuo's civil strife was imminent."
"The imperial court's intention is to take this opportunity to completely defeat Xue Yantuo and abolish the Xue Yantuo Khanate."
"Then the Beiting Protectorate was set up in Mobei, responsible for planning the entire north and reaching Beihai to prepare for subsequent development."
Yuchi Xunyu's eyes lit up and he said: "That's great. Your Highness has already discussed this matter. I'm very close to it. I'll make a trip to Mobei next year before we talk about it."
This is the benefit of having people inside, who can take the lead in making arrangements and have more opportunities to make contributions.
Chen Jingke said jokingly: "Yes, you can attend such meetings. It seems that you have become the prince's confidant."
Qin Huaidao was not humble in front of his brothers, and said proudly: "That's right, with brother's ability, it's not easy to catch him."
Everyone laughed and praised him for his outstanding ability.
In fact, everyone knew that his ability to become the prince's confidant had little to do with his ability.
There are two real reasons:
First, the bet was made early. Before Li Chengqian was unanimously recognized by the government and the opposition, the Qin family put all their chips on it.
The second is his background. He is the representative of the three alliances of Qin, Cheng and Yuchi.
Of course, it also has a certain relationship with Chen Jingke.
But no matter what the reason is, it is a fact that he entered the core of the East Palace.
As long as you are not a fool and rely on qualifications, it will not be difficult to become a general or prime minister in the future.
Speaking of short-term plans, he only said: "There is nothing to say, just four words, step by step. While studying hard to improve myself, I am waiting to serve the good prince."
This is a planned route in itself, and there really isn’t much to say.
When it was Cheng Huailiang's turn, he drank down the wine in his hand and said happily:
"I don't have any plans, just the same four words, step by step."
"Take good care of the academy, develop the study of physical studies, and at the same time carry out the industrialization mentioned by Jing Ke. This will be it in this life."
Chen Jingke laughed and said: "This is not simple. Whether it is physical science or industrialization, there is no end."
Cheng Huailiang said leisurely: "No matter what I do, I will develop into whatever I can in my life. Future generations will have to worry about the rest."
Chen Jingke gave a thumbs up and said: "Free and easy."
Cheng Huailiang said: "Don't just talk about us, talk about you. Do you have any plans for next year? Tell me in advance so that I can cooperate with you."
Chen Jingke smiled and said: "There is no plan, it is just step by step. It is not a plan, but there is a plan, but this is a matter of the imperial court, and the academy does not need to be touched."
Cheng Huailiang asked curiously: "Can you tell me what it is?"
Chen Jingke said: "It's a very secret matter. I can't tell you the details, so don't ask about it."
The three of them nodded and skipped the topic without asking any further questions.
Chen Jingke said it was very secret, so it must be a big secret, so it's best not to ask.
If you are successful in life, you must have all the fun. Cheng Huailiang and the other three were very drunk.
Although Chen Jingke did not drink, he was already intoxicated with himself.
After sending the three people away, he took advantage of his excitement to get into Wu Shu's bed and tried many new positions.
Finally, at Wu Shu's request for a second child, a big release came.
Perhaps the Chinese New Year is a day of reunion, but within a few days another unexpected figure appeared in front of Chen Jingke.
"Ping'er, why are you here... No, why didn't you tell me in advance that you were coming?"
Zhang Ping chuckled and said, "I want to give you a surprise. Do you like it?"
Chen Jingke nodded repeatedly and said, "I like it, I like it very much."
"Ahem." While the two were talking, a dry cough came from next to them.
Zhang Ping's pretty face turned red and she quickly said: "Master, this is my Aweng."
Chen Jingke turned around and saw an old Taoist priest in his fifties or sixties standing next to him.
After hearing her introduction and thinking of the family relationship she mentioned before, I immediately knew who this old Taoist priest was.
He also quickly saluted and said: "Junior Chen Jingke has seen a real person."
Zhang Xiaozhun nodded slightly and said, "Without courtesy, I'm here to pay a visit to the leader."
Zhang Ping covered her mouth and chuckled. Zhang Xiaozhun glared at her, then turned to look at Chen Jingke and said:
"I wonder if it's convenient for the leader?"
Chen Jingke didn't know what the relationship between these two people was, but he didn't think much about it and said: "Master is in the temple, I will take you to see him right now."
Zhang Xiaozhun said reservedly: "How can you be so hasty when meeting the leader? I still want to inform you."
Chen Jingke said: "Hey, outsiders will naturally tell you that we are members of the family and do not need so many vulgar etiquette, otherwise Master will also blame me."
Zhang Xiaozhun was very satisfied with this sentence, but he still kept a serious face and said, "I would be rude if I did that."
Chen Jingke also noticed that Mr. Zhang was a little nervous.
But when I think about it, I think it's normal. After all, Sun Simiao's age and status are there.
Most of the people who came to visit him felt this way.