Wei Zhongxian died. Wei Zhongxian, who had all the power in the world and was said to be nine thousand years old, was given a white silk ribbon by Chongzhen to die.
At this time, Wei Zhongxian's disciples and grandsons suddenly discovered that this world still belonged to the emperor. This court was tightly controlled by the emperor.
He didn't even know how much money Wei Zhongxian had. But Lu Xiao actually knew it very well. Over the years, he had placed countless people around Wei Zhongxian. He had already known all of Wei Zhongxian's secrets.
He could easily find out all of Wei Zhongxian's property just by moving his mouth.
Not only him, Chongzhen was also very excited. He had been emperor for a year, and he had never seen so much money until now.
Wei Zhongxian has been in power for many years, and the taxes and silver he hands over each year alone are already an astronomical figure. Coupled with the filial piety of countless disciples and grandchildren, the real gold and silver in his hands exceeds 20 million taels.
At the same time, there are other fertile land, antiques, jewelry and other properties. The total can be said to be countless.
"Hurry up and exchange these silver coins for food, weapons and equipment."
Lu Xiao just glanced at the account book and let Lu Wenzhao do it.
But some people covet these things.
Those European businessmen, Lu Xiao's previous vases from official kilns could shock them for a long time. The ones produced by Wei Zhongxian's family are not comparable to ordinary porcelain. Each piece can be called a work of art.
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Lu Xiao once again summoned those European businessmen.
These people never left after the transaction with Lu Xiao. Because Lu Xiao told them that he still had a big business to discuss.
"Sir, we have been delayed here for more than a month. What kind of business is there? Can we talk about it now?"
"Of course, but first I have to confirm one thing. How many ships do you have?"
Lu Xiao thought of many ways to deal with the Tatars, but all methods would eventually return to one question, that is, what should we do if the Tatars come back?
So in the end there are only two ways to completely solve this problem, one is assimilation.
Use culture to assimilate the Tatars, let them learn the language and culture of the Han people, and eventually become new Han people.
But this plan requires a lot of time and a strong empire to support it. Today's Ming Dynasty does not have these conditions.
It is true that Lu Xiao could spend the rest of his life transforming the Ming Dynasty bit by bit and making it such an empire. But he did not intend to do so. He did not intend to spend his whole life on this empire.
Lu Xiao has been fighting for a lifetime in his previous life. He doesn't want to fight for the rest of his life in this life. He does this just because he likes this dynasty and doesn't like the Tatars. So what Lu Xiao wants is to help this dynasty solve foreign troubles. As for internal strife, that's it.
It depends on God's will.
In this way, there is only one way left to solve the Tatar problem.
A group of European businessmen. You look at me and I look at you. They don’t understand what Lu Xiao means.
"Sir, do you want to commandeer our ship?"
"It's not expropriation, it's leasing. I said, this is a business."
Lu Xiao discussed with those European businessmen until midnight. Finally, he sent a large number of people to monitor them to prevent the news from leaking.
When he returned home, Ding Baiying served him a bowl of hot porridge. This was Lu Xiao's habit.
"Is your plan a little too risky?"
"Risk is inevitable. But this is the fastest and easiest way."
"If you do this, I don't know how future generations will judge you?"
"How they evaluate it is their business. I just need to do my job well. It's just a pain for you. Since you followed me, you haven't lived a stable life for a few days!"
"Do you think I'm the kind of woman who just wants to live a stable life?" Ding Baiying glared at Lu Xiao.
Lu Xiao chuckled and pulled her into his arms regardless of her struggle.
"Okay, just kidding. Let me ask you something, how are Shen Lian and that girl from the Jiaofang Division doing?"
"What else can I do? Shen Lian ransomed her and raised her in a yard in the capital. He would run there when he had time. But he did nothing but fetch water and cook for her, just like raising a daughter.
I don’t know what he was thinking.”
Lu Xiao was a little speechless after hearing this. But thinking about it, when Shen Lian ransacked his house, the girl was still young. It is estimated that Shen Lian really had some sister-like feelings for her. But there must be feelings between men and women, but I don't know where.
The side has the advantage.
Ding Baiying thought for a moment and then said.
"Shen Lian is now a member of the Qianhu family of Jinyiwei. No matter what, he cannot marry a woman from the Jiaofangsi. The most likely is that she will be taken into a concubine. Even if I feel sorry for that girl, I don't know what she is thinking.
"
"Haha, what do you think? I guess he is as confused as Shen Lian. You said he hates Shen Lian? It should be true. But what happened back then was not Shen Lian's fault. It was just the failure of the party struggle. The fault was the court, it was
emperor.
Besides, Shen Lian went to Jiaofangsi every day, but he didn't do anything there, so he just sat there and watched her quietly. How could a woman not be moved? It's just that the two of them were the same, they were both so awkward.
kind."
"Can you think of a way for them?"
"There is a way, but I just wonder, why are you suddenly interested in this kind of thing?"
"I'm trying to find a way to win people's hearts for you! Senior Brother Shen Lian and the others are all your confidants. If you contribute in these matters, they can make them more devoted to you."
"...Oh, I don't know how sad Lu Wenzhao must be after hearing this. Ah...it's awkward, I can't help. It's not difficult to say this. The girl's matter is just a collateral damage from the party struggle back then. I'll go
Tell the emperor and ask him to issue an imperial edict to rehabilitate the girl's family. In this way, the issue of identity will naturally not be an issue."
"Isn't it a bit ridiculous to ask for an imperial edict for such a thing?"
"You don't have to worry about that. In fact, I didn't ask for any conditions all day long, so the emperor couldn't sleep. The more I made such requests, the more relieved he became."
"That's good."
"Okay, my husband has done everything you asked for. How can you repay your husband?"
"Let's go, I won't benefit from these things, and they are all for you."
"Yes, thank you for your hard work, lady. Husband, please come and take good care of me!"
"No, don't come over. I'm going to scream!"
"You can scream, no one will listen to you if you scream at me. Just obey your husband obediently!"
Ding Baiying finally screamed, but her voice was gentle and lingering, as if she was intoxicated!
Early the next morning, Lu Xiao walked out of the house with a proud look on his face. But when he got to the door, his legs went weak and he couldn't stand steadily. In the end, he could only hold on to the wall and go out.
Ding Baiying's clear laughter came from behind, causing Lu Xiao to run away!
