Ye An's "prophecy" was very accurate. The next day, countless merchants came to the main office of Puhui Company. Some of these people represented themselves, and some represented the families behind them.
At this time, there was no need for newspapers in Tokyo to discuss this matter. Everyone knew that Puhui Company was going to set up a Silk Road caravan in the sweet and cool land of the northwest.
From the important ministers in the court to the peddlers and lackeys, this is what they talked about after dinner.
Many people think they have an eye for discovering business opportunities, and some even hope that through Puhui Store’s move, they can turn their bicycles into motorcycles. As a result, more and more people are going to the Nanmen Street main office. As for the clerks of Puhui Company, they had to post notices in front of the gate to remind these merchants who came to invest in Silk Road trade that there were huge risks and uncertainties, and there was no need to spend all their wealth.
This was the most kind reminder that Ye An could give, but he still couldn't resist the enthusiasm of the businessmen, big and small. Some of them even came together as a group to buy shares. After all, the threshold for Puhui Company was not low, and the starting price for buying shares was RMB 1,000. Through...
What Ye An didn't expect was that Wang Hao came. On behalf of the Wang family, he took out a total of 10,000 guan and placed it in front of Ye An.
Ye An, of course, had to receive this distinguished guest in person. Wang Hao was also an official, but he was a little gentler and more casual than Wang Zeng. He didn't care about his official position, he just liked his own life more, even if Even as a bachelor of Jixian Academy, he is quite idle.
But this time he came with 10,000 yuan to represent the Wang family. He was accompanied by Fan Ziyuan, who had become the quasi-son-in-law of the Wang family, and was a perfect match for Ying and Niang.
Ye An knew that this was a kind of marriage. After all, Fan Ziyuan was Fan Yong's nephew and the Shaoqing of Sinong Temple. He had made great efforts to promote potatoes and sweet potatoes, and the husband-in-law and officials in the court saw it seriously. , if it weren’t for the fact that he was as young as Ye An, he would have been promoted long ago.
In this way, the union between Fan Yong and Yingniang was a natural political marriage. Besides, Wang Zeng was already friendly with Fan Yong, so this was the best way for both parties to consolidate themselves.
"My immortal nephew! It's really shameful for me to come here to bother you, but I have to come because of these two children. That old boy Fan Bochun can't help but have no choice but to come. This ten thousand yuan is for the future of this young couple. It’s expensive!”
Looking at the shy Fan Ziyuan and Yingniang, Ye An said with a smile: "Brother Ziyuan is really lucky to have such a beautiful man! Yingniang went to find your sister, and she rested in the backyard."
Yingniang said a blessing and left, with a hint of shyness in her gait. She looked back at Fan Ziyuan from time to time. At this time, she had long forgotten her original joy for Ye An. She only had Fan Ziyuan in her heart, and only the most suitable one was the best. OK.
Ye An also breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. Ying Niang's current appearance can be regarded as a noble girl, and she has gradually adapted to her identity.
Looking back at Fan Ziyuan, this guy looked at Qianying and giggled like a "brother pig". Ye An couldn't help but envy his life. He didn't have too many selfish thoughts, and he didn't have to get involved in the intrigues in the court. He only had to be himself. As long as there are elders to protect you and birds to care for you, your life can be considered complete.
But Wang Hao doesn't think so. In his opinion, Ye An is hundreds of times better than Fan Ziyuan. Although he is content with the status quo, it does not mean that he has the same requirements for his younger generations.
Elders are almost like this. The higher the height that they have not reached, the more they hope that their descendants can climb. The same is true for Wang Hao.
Helplessly shaking his head to dispel his thoughts, Wang Hao looked at Ye An and said: "Changsheng! I know you, and I don't like the fighting in the court, especially now that Lu Yijian and... ahem, eh! But after all, this is
Things that have been established cannot be changed. You have also seen that Cao Lili's death was a big deal, but in the end even the saint compromised, do you know why?"
"Stay safe!"
Ye An answered without thinking. Of course he knew the thoughts of the court officials and the thoughts in Liu E's heart. The current monarchs and ministers of the Song Dynasty were all trying to maintain the stability of the dynasty.
But the goals of the two are not the same. Liu E's stability is to maintain her rule, while the courtiers hope to use this stability to continue until Zhao Zhen comes to power and create an era of emperors Yao and Shun.
Although they pursue different goals, the two parties have reached a tacit understanding and stability.
Ye An's answer made Wang Hao very satisfied, but Ye An's next words made his face change: "But stability means standing still. If you stand still, you will fall behind others!"
Wang Hao opened his mouth and then closed it. Of course he understood what Ye An meant, but he also knew that no one could change this.
"Unless everyone is drunk and you are alone, the country has a chronic disease, but now is not the best time to treat it. Without a stable court, it is impossible to cure the disease, and it may even cause drastic changes!"
Ye An nodded noncommittally: "Yes! Now the reform will inevitably cause shock in the court and destroy the opportunity to recuperate. The party members and Liao people may even take this opportunity to invade the border areas, but after all, they must be prepared. Wait until the court
When the court becomes stable, we will wait for the officials to take charge, and when the time is right...how long do you think it will take, the prince?"
Wang Hao was stunned for a moment, and his expression when he looked at Ye An became extremely exciting. Although he was not good at intrigues in the court, the fact that he could reach the high position of bachelor of Jixian Palace showed his wisdom.
"Are you preparing for the official family?"
"I am preparing for the Song Dynasty. The prince is not opposed to reform, but he just feels that it is not the right time now. Then Ye An will prepare the paving stones. When the day comes when reform is needed, he may use it...
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Wang Hao thought for a while and then said: "What you did is not wrong. If you can go to my brother's house tomorrow to have a nice talk."
Ye An nodded and agreed. As the father-in-law of the court, Wang Zeng must have a clearer understanding of the situation than he did. Besides, he went to Ganliang not only to prepare for the reform of the Song Dynasty, but also for more important things.
Fan Ziyuan, who had been unable to say anything, looked at Ye An with envy. In his opinion, Ye An, who was younger than himself, could be so calm in front of his father-in-law, and his conversation was even more appropriate. The most important thing was what he said
There are many things that I don’t understand at all, and they seem to be obscured by clouds.
As for going to Wang Zeng's mansion, Fan Ziyuan shuddered when he remembered that he had gone there once under the leadership of his uncle, and it was there that he met Yingniang for the first time.
Even with the beauty in front of him, Fan Ziyuan was shocked by the rules of the Prime Minister's house. However, those rules may be difficult for him, but they have never been a problem for Ye An.
This is why Fan Ziyuan envied Ye An. He could be as humble as a gentleman in front of civil servants, and bold and brave in front of generals. It was a strange feeling. Fan Ziyuan couldn't describe it but he could feel it.
It was a feeling that was neither humble nor arrogant, but also made people unconsciously close. After looking at Ye An for a long time, he finally said: "The road to the northwest is far, my dear brother, take care!"
Ye An crossed his hands and bowed: "Ye An will leave with his family during Brother Fan's wedding."
"With the virtuous couple, the virtuous brother and sister, my face feels bright. This row of noodles is better than any gift!"
On the way back, Wang Hao looked at the cheerful Ying Niang, not to mention that she must have gotten some advice from Qin Mumu, while Fan Ziyuan was a little bit taciturn.
Patting his shoulder, Wang Hao said earnestly: "People are different. Not everyone can become a person like Ye Changsheng. If you can do it with a clear conscience, it is extremely rare! What you have done is great.
It will shine through the ages, and future generations will naturally remember it, but you have to do it for a long time. You are the only young minister of Sinong Temple now, so you must not neglect state affairs!"
Fan Ziyuan was suddenly startled. He didn't expect that his future father-in-law had already figured out what he was thinking. He immediately nodded and said: "Don't worry, father-in-law, Fan Ziyuan doesn't dare to slack off on state affairs!"