The sixth day of the twelfth lunar month in the twelfth year of Chongzhen in the Ming Dynasty.
Quanzhou was filled with joy on this day, and the previous war seemed to have all disappeared.
Ding Yunyi, the Marquis of Wu Lie, the General of the Fujian Army, the Supreme Protector of the Army, and the Cavalry General took concubines on this day.
Taking concubines is not a big deal in the first place, but this time the taking of concubines in Dingzong Town was a little different. Not only was it well known throughout the city, but most of the officials from Fujian were actually present.
Mr. Ding obviously wanted to make this wedding an "unforgettable" "grand ceremony".
Only Hou Zhiquan, the magistrate of Zhangzhou Prefecture, secretly called his wife and son to his side before departure, and then said: "My wife, my son, I am afraid that my father will have to say goodbye to you this time."
His wife and son were shocked when they heard this, and they didn't know why he would say such a thing.
Hou Zhiquan smiled bitterly: "This is a Hongmen Banquet."
"Father, what do you mean? My son really doesn't understand." His son asked in confusion.
"Now the sky in Fujian belongs to Ding Yunyi; the land in Fujian belongs to Ding Yunyi; even the hands of the imperial court can no longer reach Fujian." Hou Zhiquan said with a sad smile: "Ding Yunyi has only two mortal enemies, one and the other.
One is Zheng Zhilong and the other is Zhang Kentang. When the two of them were powerful, except for the areas of Taiwan and Penghu, almost all officials in Fujian were either Zhang Dang or Zheng Dang. They either ignored Ding Yunyi or followed Zhang Fushuai to impeach Ding Yunyi. Now,
When Ding Yunyi gained power, the world in Fujian suddenly changed."
"Does father think that Ding Yunyi will settle the score later?"
"I can't say that I can't settle accounts, but once I'm the emperor, I'll always have ministers." Hou Zhiquan sighed: "He holds Fujian in his hands. If he wants to make Fujian his own as soon as possible, he must replace the officials with his own people."
"I don't believe that Ding Yunyi is so bold that he dares to dismiss appointed officials privately. That is a serious crime!"
"Trust me, there is nothing that Ding Yunyi dare not do." Hou Zhiquan glanced at his son: "Zheng Zhilong once thought that Ding Yunyi did not dare, but Zheng Zhilong died; Zhang Kentang once thought that Ding Yunyi did not dare, but Zhang Kentang once thought that Ding Yunyi did not dare to do it, but Zhang Kentang once thought that Ding Yunyi did not dare to do it.
Tang also died. In order to control Fujian, he actually guaranteed that Ye Yuan would be the governor of Fujian. The court actually agreed. It can be seen that the court was very afraid of Ding Yunyi. As long as he did not rebel, the court would respond to his requests. "
He was silent for a while: "Taking concubines is not a very honorable thing, but Ding Yunyi wants to make it known to the whole city. It's ridiculous that those officials thought that Ding Yunyi wanted to take the opportunity to accept a large sum of money as a bribe. It's ridiculous for them.
They all got Ding Yunyi wrong. If Ding Yunyi was a greedy person who only focused on money, how could he do what he does today?
What is my status? He just wants to use this concubinage to gather all the Fujian officials and then settle accounts with them one by one!"
His son's voice suddenly rose: "My father has a good reputation and is deeply loved by the people of Zhangzhou. I don't believe that Ding Yunyi dares to touch an official like you!"
"You don't believe it, I do." Hou Zhiquan sighed heavily again: "When Zhang Fushuai wanted to deal with Ding Yunyi, I tried my best to help him. When Zhang Fushuai sent troops into Quanzhou, I helped Zhang Fushuai with food and grass.
When Ding Yunyi was impeached, I was the first to sign it. Now that Zhang Fushuai is dead, do you think I can stand alone?"
"In this case, why does father need to go to Quanzhou again?"
Hou Zhiquan shook his head: "It's not possible if I don't go. Do you think he won't come back if I don't go? If I go, I might be able to save you mother and son. If I don't go, there will be a big disaster for our Hou family."
Come down there."
His wife burst into tears when she heard this.
Hou Zhiquan's son was still unconvinced and said: "I don't believe that no one in the world can deal with Ding Yunyi. Please write a memorial immediately and send the son out of Fujian at the risk of death. Let the court know how arrogant and domineering Ding Yunyi is in Fujian."
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"Master, master!"
Before he finished speaking, Hou Zhong, a member of the Hou family, had already hurried in: "Some soldiers outside came in and said they were from the Tiger Guards and wanted to see the master immediately."
Hou Zhiquan laughed miserably and said: "Memorial? I'm afraid Ding Yunyi has expected this. I am Zhang Fushuai's confidant. Who knows in Fujian? Will Ding Yunyi let me go? Don't talk about Fujian. This is it.
You can’t leave the house!”
Just as he was talking, a group of officials rushed in, and the officer at the head said: "See Huangtang. We are here to pick up Huangtang on the order of Wu Liehou. Today
iFujian is a volatile place and there are many bandits along the way. Housheng Wulie is afraid that something might happen to Huangtang on the way to the banquet, so he strictly orders us to be responsible for the safety of Huangtang along the way!"
"My father is not going!" Before Hou Zhiquan could speak, his son had already said loudly: "My father yesterday
I occasionally catch wind and cold, I'm afraid I won't be able to go to Quanzhou this time."
"Oh, really?" The officer smiled: "Don't be afraid, we have prepared a sedan for Huang Tang, and we will carry Huang Tang to Quanzhou. You don't have to worry about this, sir."
Hou Zhiquan's son gritted his teeth: "I really can't go."
"My lord, all the Fujian officials went to Wu Liehou's wedding banquet, why don't you go to the Huangtang? Are you not going to give Wu Liehou face, or are you not giving face to all Fujian officials?" The officer's face was still full.
He smiled and said: "I have a heart-to-heart talk with you, Master, please don't embarrass me, and don't embarrass Mr. Huangtang...
Hou Zhiquan's son's voice suddenly rose: "What are you trying to do? Look at you, you are just a small boss. There is such a big difference in rank between you and my father. You are committing a crime like this, are you trying to rebel?"
"I don't want to rebel, and I don't have the guts to rebel." The officer said calmly: "I was just ordered to invite Huang Tang to a banquet. Why did the young master talk about rebellion? Young Master, please be careful what you say and don't slander him at will."
Seeing that his son still wanted to speak, Hou Zhiquan waved his hand: "Forget it, I'll go with you."
"It's better if Lord Huangtang can understand the difficulties of our subordinates."
Hou Zhiquan took a deep look at his wife and son, and explained carefully. Then he arranged his clothes and walked out slowly. He was sure that he was in danger this time, but he did not
Don't care, he has already been prepared to face all the most terrible things
And just as he had expected, as soon as he left, his residence was closely monitored by more than a dozen soldiers. This place was only allowed in and out.
Quanzhou.
"Most of the officials on the list have arrived." Song Xianji came to Ding Yunyi's side and whispered: "Congratulations, Lord Marquis. Congratulations, Lord Marquis."
Ding Yunyi smiled: "It's just a concubine, why are you so happy?"
Song Xianji smiled slightly: "Taking concubines is just a small joy, but it is a great joy that Fujian will be completely controlled by the Marquis. The Marquis will take advantage of the wedding banquet to eradicate all enemies. Although this move is a risky move, once it succeeds
But I no longer have any worries. That’s why I want to congratulate Mr. Hou like this.”
A smile appeared on Ding Yunyi's face: "Song Xianji, I heard that you spared no effort and traveled around for this matter. Members Lu Xi and others are responsible for the official investigation, while you are mainly responsible for the private investigation. In order to verify whether a piece of evidence is clear
, stay up all day and night until everything is clear, is there such a thing?"
"Yes." Song Xianji said calmly: "I don't have any other abilities, and it was too late to join Lord Marquis, so I have to be more diligent in order to gain Lord Marquis's trust in me."
"You are a smart person and can do things well. What I need is someone like you." Ding Yunyi smiled: "I am going to let you be the agent in Quanzhou. What do you think?"
Song Xianji didn't show any surprise at all: "I once said that I have a short stature, a poor appearance, and no authority at all. I am not suitable for being an official, especially to be a parent."
"You are self-aware." Ding Yunyi sighed and suddenly said: "But this is not what you really think."
Song Xianji was startled. He only heard Ding Yunyi say calmly: "What you are thinking is that you have been under my command for too short a time, and I suddenly put you in a very high position. There will definitely be many people who are dissatisfied, and the position under your butt is also
It won't be too stable, that's the first thing. Secondly, you see further than others and don't care much about the position I give you. You know that if you stay by my side, your future will be more prosperous than any agency.
Is what I said wrong?"
"No." Song Xianji's body trembled unnoticed: "The Marquis is wise, I really think so in my heart. Being by the Marquis's side, even if I don't have any official position, is far better than any agency.
"
Ding Yunyi nodded and said: "As I said, you are a smart person, hard-working and self-aware, which is good. If you serve me loyally, I will definitely not treat you badly in the future. But I have to give
Just a warning, don’t use this wisdom in other ways."
His eyes were unpredictable: "I am also a very simple person. If you serve me loyally, I will give you whatever you want. But if you go against my words, what will happen to Zheng Zhilong and Zhang Kentang? You will
What’s the end?”
"Yes, I will definitely bear in mind what the Marquis said today." Song Xianji said with a breath of air.
He suddenly became a little afraid of Ding Yunyi. This Wu Liehou had always been a person that he could not guess, whether it was in terms of words or methods of doing things, but no matter what, his fate was still tied to him.
At this time, Ye Yuanxian and Xie Tian walked in and nodded to Ding Yunyi. Ding Yunyi smiled "haha": "Everyone, today
i, Ding Yunyi, is very happy
My dear, everyone, show me your smiling faces!"
There was a lot of excitement outside. Officials from all over Fujian rushed here. Even Qin Yun, the top manager next to Ding Yunyi, acted as the commander-in-chief of the wedding banquet.
As soon as he saw Ding Yunyi coming out, Qin Yun came up with a smile and said: "Third brother, we have made a fortune this time. Look, it's amazing. Bao Hongjiu, the chief envoy of Fujian Province, congratulated him with a pair of pearls and jade.
A pair of Ruyi, a pair of red corals, and a pair of pure gold carved dragons. Oh my God, just these things alone cost less than one hundred thousand taels of silver."
"They have made a lot of money over the years." Ding Yunyi said with a smile: "We work hard and exhaust ourselves to make money, but as long as they move their mouths, huge amounts of money will fall into their bags."
Qin Yun smiled and said: "Third brother, you keep half of these things, and I will keep the other half. We just moved to Quanzhou, and the expenses in all aspects are very high."
"Damn you, you actually took advantage of me." Ding Yunyi laughed out loud: "I'm afraid you are the only one in Fujian who dares to use my brain. Qin Xiaojin. Over the years, the voyage fleet and merchant fleet have brought you
It's like running water, but you don't even let go of this small amount?"
"You don't know how expensive firewood and rice are when you're not a family member." Qin Yun said seriously: "Where is money not needed and where is there no need for expenses? Yes, large sums of money come in like running water, but I also have large sums of money.
All the money is spent like water. In this firearms bureau, shipyard, which place does not waste money flowing out every day? There are also recruiting new soldiers, purchasing weapons for them, etc. You think I should not forget this money.
Is it useful?"
"Okay, okay." Ding Yunyi's head got bigger when he heard this: "You always have a point, use it, use it, all the gifts I received today belong to you."
Qin Yun then smiled with satisfaction.
Song Xianji had been paying attention from the side, and he suddenly realized that Wu Liehou could only act like this in front of Qin Yun, and in the entire Huben Guards, it seemed that only Qin Yun dared to speak to Wu Liehou like this.
Ding Yunyi was busy greeting the guests. Ye Yuan and Xie Tian followed him closely, leaving only Song Xianji and Qin Yun. Qin Yun was about to go about his own business when Song Xianji suddenly said: "Song Xianji
I have met Mr. Qin to offer my advice."
Qin Yun looked at him up and down: "Are you Song Xianji, a famous scholar recruited by Marquis Wu Lie?"
"I don't dare to be called a celebrity." Song Xianji said humbly: "Song Xianji's life was saved by Wu Liehou, so everything was given by Wu Liehou. Mr. Qin is the best of Wuliehou
I trust my subordinates and will ask Master Qin for advice in the future."
"Easy to say, easy to say." Qin Yun nodded: "Working under Wu Liehou is nothing more than being loyal and fulfilling your duties. You are new here, so just ask me if you don't understand anything."
Song Xianji hurriedly said: "I understand, I will always keep Mr. Qin's words in mind."
Qin Yun suddenly smiled and said: "Song Xianji, I know what you are thinking. Everyone knows that I am the most trusted person under Wu Liehou, so you are thinking of ways to flatter me so that you can do anything in the future.
The way to promotion, am I wrong?"
Song Xianji was speechless for a moment. Why are all the people under the Marquis such smart people?