"About, about donating money..., the villain suddenly felt that we should do more for such things that benefit the country and the people. Only by building more academies can more poor students have books to read." Only by reading can we cultivate more talents for the country, well, that's it... "
The more Zhao Yuanwai spoke, the more confident he became. At the end, the expression on his face became extremely sincere and proud, "So, I want to donate some more money to the academy, Mr. Liu... shall we talk about it in detail?"
County Magistrate Liu nodded and said with a smile, "Mr. Zhao has such a heart, I am very pleased!"
"My lord, please..."
"Mr. Zhao, please..."
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Three thousand taels of silver is not a small amount even for the Zhao family.
However, he has worked hard for money all his life. At this moment, he no longer values money itself so much. When he really reaches this position, he will understand that there are some things that money cannot buy.
There are some things that money cannot solve.
Therefore, after deliberating in his heart for a long time, he gave another number.
Compared with the one hundred taels promised just now, it is a full thirty times increase.
County magistrate Liu said with a smile: "Mr. Zhao generously donated money. When the time comes, the poor students in the academy will remember you."
"They are all doing things for the country..." This is what Zhao Yuanwai waited for. He has no way to confirm whether what Liu County Magistrate just said is true or not, but he probably won't use this to deceive him, after all, the other party is also The above is a big member of one party, and it is impossible to do deceitful things.
"There is one more thing, please ask Yuanwai Zhao." Magistrate Liu said looking at him.
"My lord, it's okay to say."
"I'm still not familiar with the wealthy businessmen near the capital. I hope Zhao Yuanwai can walk around. After all, one person's power is limited. If there are more generous people like Zhao Yuanwai..."
"Of course, don't worry, my lord, I will take care of this matter!" Zhao Yuanwai replied repeatedly, with a burst of ecstasy in his heart.
The importance of this matter is self-evident, and County Magistrate Liu actually entrusted this important task to himself. If he handles this matter beautifully and properly, let alone, in the future, at the county magistrate's place, Wouldn't you be able to speak up
This is something that cannot be bought by paying three thousand taels of silver, no matter how you calculate it, it will not be a loss-making business.
Of course, at the same time, he thought of another thing.
The Zhao family did have some money, but they were not arrogant enough to think that the Zhao family was the richest businessman in the capital. Once everyone gathered and learned the truth of the matter, wouldn't they rush to donate money
At that time, whether his name can still be left on the courtyard stele is another matter.
After all, I believe those people would not refuse this opportunity to leave a name.
Of course, he has just confirmed from County Magistrate Liu that after all the funds for one academy are collected, the rest will be used to build other academies. This academy cannot be named, and there are always those who can, but just to be on the safe side , still have to be careful.
He waved to the housekeeper and said, "Go to the cashier and get two thousand taels..."
When he returned to the chess room again, that friend couldn't wait any longer.
"What's the purpose of County Magistrate Liu here?" A rich middle-aged man looked at him and asked in extreme surprise, "When did you know County Magistrate Liu?"
Member Zhao smiled mysteriously, and said, "There is no rush for this matter, I have a great thing to tell you..."
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"As expected of Mr. Li..." County magistrate Liu walked out of the Zhao residence, sighed, and murmured, "Tall, really tall!"
The five thousand... To be precise, it should be five thousand and one hundred taels of silver, and it came without any effort, even—he didn't even need to say anything, the other party would take the initiative to post it, as if he was afraid that he would not accept it.
It's easier than stealing money.
He knew how coldly the officials of the Ministry of Rites received when they went door-to-door.
What a world of difference!
Moreover, after walking out of Zhao Mansion, he also thought of a more important matter.
It is true that businessmen love names, but some people seem to love names even more!
I'm afraid that in a few days, the whole of Kyoto will be bustling again.
A yamen servant stood behind him and asked, "My lord, where are we going now?"
"Go to Xu Mansion."
"Which Xu Mansion?"
"Xu Yuanwai in the south of the city."
…
Half an hour later, a fat man with a bulging stomach and a face full of fat sent County Magistrate Liu out of the mansion, and said with a smile: "My lord, go slowly!"
When he turned his head away, his face darkened instantly.
"Damn it, Zhao didn't tell me about such an important matter!"
Behind County Magistrate Liu, the yamen servant still understood, and said with a smile, "My lord, I understand, let's go to Zhang's mansion now!"
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"Hee hee, Father, you lost again!" Tsundere Lolita jumped up from her seat and shouted happily.
If she wins ten games with her father, she can go out of the palace to play once, and if she wins twenty games with her father, she can bring Yongning along with her. So now she plays chess with her father every day, and she has already saved up for many days. , she had already made a decision in her heart that when she had saved enough for ten days for both of them, she would be able to leave the palace with Yongning and not have to come back for ten days.
Emperor Jing patted her head lovingly, and said, "Shouning, let's go play first, Father is a little tired, we'll go down in the afternoon."
"oh."
Tsundere Lolita nodded obediently, although she also wanted to save enough time to leave the palace earlier, but her father's health is not good, she has grown up, she has to be sensible, and can't tire her father.
Seeing her bouncing away, a trace of guilt appeared on Emperor Jing's face.
As a father, he felt a little sorry for keeping his daughter by his side and playing chess with him in such a way.
The most difficult thing is left to Mingzhu and Li Yi. There are no important state affairs these days, and after a few days of leisure, I still feel uneasy about certain things.
He put away the chess pieces and asked, "What is Mingzhu doing these days?"
"His Royal Highness has been in the palace." Chang De's voice came over: "Except for daily exercises, there is no..."
"Oh, by the way, Her Royal Highness is still learning how to cook."
"Cooking?" There was some doubt in Jingdi's voice.
Mingzhu liked to wield knives and swords since she was a child, but she was definitely not a kitchen knife. When did she become interested in these things
"Yes, cooking." Chang De nodded, and said, "For soup and the like, I often ask the Food Bureau to send things over."
Emperor Jing was puzzled for a moment, then stopped thinking about these things, and asked again: "Where is Li Yi?"
"At home, occasionally go out, but always take a walk with my wife..."
Emperor Jing frowned, and murmured: "The two of them, what are they doing?"
He didn't set a deadline for this matter, but the voices of the DPRK and the Central Committee on this matter have always been quite loud, and the pressure on them must have been heavy, how could they be so leisurely
After thinking about it, he asked again: "The two of them, is there anything strange recently?"
Chang De said: "A few days ago, Her Royal Highness the Princess followed him out of the palace once to meet Liu Dayou, the magistrate of the capital, and the two of them haven't had any contact with anyone since then."
Emperor Jing is no stranger to Liu Dayou's name.
This person has some abilities, and the most prominent feature is that he can stand directly from the perspective of ordinary people. He has a keen insight that many ministers in the court do not have. He can often find some problems that ordinary people do not notice. He is a rare talent. .
Emperor Jing put away all the chess pieces and said, "Check it out, what is Liu Dayou doing these days?"