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Chapter 155 Silver Fleet (ask for a monthly ticket!!!)
At this time, the Great Song Dynasty Hall was shrouded in a strange atmosphere. At first, it was thought that King Yong's succession was the general trend, and everyone was ready to support the new king. However, King Yong's fortune was so poor that he couldn't bear the overwhelming wealth. , was actually killed by King Yan the night before he was registered as the crown prince.

Moreover, King Yan did not succeed in usurping the throne, and was taken advantage of by an unknown Zhao Zongquan.

Of course, Zhao Zongquan is not a complete passer-by clan, he was sent to the palace to be raised when he was a child, so King Yong sent killers to hunt down Zhao Zongquan several times.

It's just that later, when the official family had a son, they sent Zhao Zongquan back. The reason why Zhao Zongquan was given such overwhelming wealth was probably out of the psychology of making up for it.

But for this official decision, many clans expressed dissatisfaction, because apart from King Yong and King Yan, there are clans that are closer in blood relationship than Zhao Zongquan, why can't we sit on the throne?

So, after discussing with several grand ministers, they moved the queen out, oh, no, she is already the queen mother now, let the queen mother listen to the government behind the curtain.

In fact, this was something that the officials had discussed with several great ministers at the beginning, but at the beginning it was to contain King Yong and prevent him from messing around, but now it was to stabilize the government.

Zhao Zongquan also knew that he was lucky enough to get the throne, but his prestige was not enough, and he needed the help of the empress dowager's ministers, so he agreed.

With the support of the Empress Dowager and several great ministers, Zhao Zongquan finally secured his throne, those clans stopped making trouble, and the court also restored stability.

Among them, Qin Liu's family and Qin Junye were the happiest. They thought that after King Yong succeeded to the throne, the Dongchanghou Mansion would not have a good life, but King Yong died unexpectedly!

Those nobles who looked down on the Dongchang Hou Mansion before and cut off their ties were all dumbfounded, is this okay?
But Qin Liu's family was a little depressed when he was happy. If he knew this was the case, he would not let Qin Hao go to Dongying at the beginning. How much suffering would he have to suffer in that barren land?

In this way, after a year of peaceful life, Zhao Zongquan gradually gained the approval of several great ministers, and he was not willing to be just a puppet on top, so he thought of reform.

But soon he discovered that no matter where the reform was started, one word was inseparable, and that was money. Da Song had no money!

It's funny to say that Da Song, who has always been famous for his wealth, has no money.

But the reality is so cruel. The Song Dynasty adopted a strategy of high salaries to support honesty. Officials received extremely high welfare benefits. At the same time, they also raised a large number of forbidden troops around Bianjing City. Most of the entire Song Dynasty’s tax revenue was spent on this.

Cut military spending?Those bastards might mutiny you right away, and the consequences would be disastrous.

Cut official benefits?Hehe, in the Song Dynasty, officials and scholar-bureaucrats jointly ruled the world. If Zhao Zongquan dared to do this, his throne would probably be lost.

"Money, money, where can I get money!" Zhao Zongquan slapped his forehead with the treasury account book.

Zhao Zongquan's son Huanwang Zhao Yingce also had a headache. He wanted to see reform the most, because he was more ambitious than Zhao Zongquan.
Soldiers and horses go ahead without using food and grass, and fighting without money is impossible.

At this moment, Mr. Han Daxiang suddenly thought of Qin Hao, so he told Zhao Zongquan about the official arrangement.

Zhao Zongquan's eyes lit up, and he was a little puzzled: "Fusang really has such a large reserve of silver mines?"

Mr. Han Daxiang said: "There are indeed many silver mines in Fusang. According to historical records, the envoys sent to the Tang Dynasty in the past dynasties would bring a lot of gold and silver, but no one in our dynasty knew where these mines were. I wrote that I read related records in an ancient book, and I can find the Yinshan vein, and I suggested that the imperial court build a smelter in Fusang, and transport the silver back to the Song Dynasty to solve the money shortage."

Zhao Zongquan quickly ordered: "Quickly, go and get the articles of the palace examination back then, as well as the memorial to the imperial court by Captain Qin, don't leave a single one behind!"

Soon, the palace examination articles were found out, but the memorial was a waste of time.

The main reason is that in the past year or so, many things have happened in the court, such as Yan Wang's rebellion, and Zhao Zongquan's succession. The court is busy with these things.

Naturally, no one would pay attention to the memorial of a sixth-rank official. If not all memorials need to be kept on file, it is estimated that Zhao Zongquan would not be able to find them now.

After Zhao Zongquan finished reading Qin Hao's imperial examination policy question, he was very excited: "Okay, good article, besides the Fusang silver mine, this promotion of coinage technology is also worth promoting."

Mr. Han Daxiang hurriedly warned: "The official family matters are very important, and we still need to be cautious."

Zhao Zongquan was a little helpless, and it happened that Qin Hao's memorials were delivered, and there were four in total.

Every three months, Qin Hao would write a memorial for the caravan to bring back supplies.

Zhao Zongquan couldn't wait to open the first memorial, which briefly summarized Qin Hao's first discovery of Iwami Yinshan and the process of recruiting miners by using the surrounding daimyo.

The second letter is about Qin Hao's process of building fortifications and smelting plants in the mining area. Although the memorial is limited in length, it is all mentioned in one stroke, but Zhao Zongquan seems to see the dazzling light of silver from the middle of the text.

The third letter is Qin Hao taking advantage of the conflicts with the local daimyos and the Fujiwara family to weaken the overall strength of Dongying, so as to prevent them from coveting the huge benefits brought by Yinshan and jumping over the wall in a hurry.

Zhao Zongquan seemed to smell a strong smell of blood between the lines, but he didn't care about the lives of Dongying people, as long as he could get money, he didn't care how many people Qin Hao killed in Dongying!

Shortly after Zhao Zongquan picked up the fourth memorial, his hands began to tremble.

Because it said in the memorial that Qin Hao had led a fleet back from Japan, and the ship was full of silver smelted in the past year, the silver of the entire fleet?
Zhao Zongquan eagerly wanted to know how many ships there were in this fleet, what kind of ships they were, and how much silver was on board!

However, there is nothing below, Qin Hao's memorial did not mention the specific amount of silver at all.

Master Han saw that Zhao Zong was completely displeased, so he explained: "Officials, Captain Qin may also be afraid of leaking the news, what if someone has an idea about this batch of silver?"

Zhao Zongquan was thrilled, the silver was all his!If he was robbed, what else would he use to carry out reforms?
"Quick, call Gu Tingye!"

Zhao Zongquan had just ascended the throne not long ago, and he didn't really have much military power in his hands, and the only general he could fully trust was Gu Tingye.

Not long after, Gu Tingye came to the palace.

Zhao Zongquan told Gu Tingye about the situation, and showed Gu Tingye the memorial.

When Gu Tingye saw Qin Hao provoking the relationship between the Fujiwara family and the local daimyo, causing a war, he couldn't help clapping his hands and applauding: "Haha, as expected of Zihan, he has strategies and means, and he is ruthless!"

Zhao Zongquan looked at Gu Tingye suspiciously: "Do you know Captain Qin?"

Gu Tingye clasped his fists and said with a smile: "Official family, Zihan is a cousin of a junior official, and he is also a classmate friend. Zihan's talent is far above that of the minister."

Zhao Zongquan nodded calmly. When Qin Hao left, he stayed with more than 300 people, plus fifty craftsmen, and he was able to gain a firm foothold overseas. If you know that the wealth is touching, it is a whole mountain of silver. It is certain that he will be coveted by others. Qin Hao can keep Yinshan with only such a small number of people. Strategy and bravery are indispensable.

In addition, Qin Hao and Gu Tingye are cousins, so they are their own people?Thinking of this, Zhao Zongquan said to Gu Tingye.

"Since that's the case, it's up to you to lead the troops to meet Colonel Qin. Remember, this batch of silver must be safely transported to Bianjing!"

"promise!"

On the other side, at the port of Mingzhou, the workers on the dock are busy carrying various materials to the cabin.

Suddenly a worker pointed to the distant coastline and exclaimed: "What a big fleet!"

The workers looked in the direction of his finger and couldn't help but gasped.

Mingzhou Port was considered a relatively developed port in the Song Dynasty. They had seen many merchant fleets, but at most there were four or five large ships of more than [-] materials, and the others were small ships of [-] or [-] materials.

But today's fleet is all big ships of five thousand materials, there are five or six ships, and the flag of the Song Dynasty is still hung on the first big ship, which is roaring with the strong sea wind.

At this time, Qin Hao was on the front of the big ship, standing at the bow and looking at the Mingzhou port not far away, feeling a little emotional.

After going to sea for a year and a half, he finally came back.

"When we landed in a while, immediately set up the guard, don't let strangers approach, and warn the brothers, if anyone has dirty hands and feet, don't blame the ruthless military law!" Qin Hao told Cui Zhi who was behind him.

"No." Cui Zhi bowed and saluted, and then went to convey the order.

In the past one and a half years, Qin Hao trained the army that was originally disorganized into an elite team. At first, they fought against some daimyos who coveted the silver mine. Later, the Fujiwara clan coveted the Iwami silver mine. After all, the Fujiwara clan is the actual ruler of Fusang. The armed forces in their hands were not weak. After fighting for almost two months, the two sides finally killed the Fujiwara family and kept the Iwami Silver Mine.

Although the two parties signed a covenant, Qin Hao did not believe in the character of the Fusang people, and kept provoking conflicts between the daimyos and the Fujiwara clan. Fujiwara fights.

In just one and a half years, it is no exaggeration for these sergeants to say that they have experienced many battles.

After getting off the ship, Cui Zhi commanded the sergeant to set up isolation zones and arrange patrols and defenses. Such a large amount of silver would definitely not be able to be transported for a while. Cargo ships used exclusively for transportation in the canal.

"Brothers, I have worked hard these days. Before I came, I had someone report to the Mingzhou government. I believe the court will send someone to take over soon." Qin Hao shouted loudly.

"No!" The sergeants responded in unison. In the past year and a half, Qin Hao has also fulfilled his original promise. He took the lead every time he stood up and never abandoned any of his brothers. The sergeants were naturally convinced.

Three days later, Gu Tingye rushed over with 3000 people and was shocked when he saw such a scene.

"Zihan's boat is full of silver taels?"

Qin Hao invited Gu Tingye to board the ship with a smile, then took him into the cabin, and ordered someone to open a box. Gu Tingye almost couldn't keep his eyes open due to the glistening silver. Seeing the picture in front of me, I was still taken aback.

Qin Hao picked up one of the 50 taels silver ingots and handed it to Gu Tingye, and said with a smile, "What do you think of the quality of this silver ingot?"

Gu Tingye sized it up and said with emotion: "The silver ingots of this quality are far superior to those circulating among the people, and they are not much worse than official silver."

Qin Hao stretched his waist: "Then I will leave it to my cousin, and I can finally sleep peacefully."

Gu Tingye looked at the boat full of silver, and suddenly smiled wryly: "Zihan is so quiet, I'm afraid I won't be able to sleep well."

"I can't help it, who made my cousin a celebrity around the current officials?" Qin Hao frowned and teased.

During the past year and a half, Qin Liu's would send him a letter from home every other month. Qin Hao also knew something about the affairs of the court, and it was indeed similar to the development of the original drama.

The only difference is that Gu Tingye was not mad at Gu Yankai. The reason why he left Bianjing was because he felt that the imperial examination was hopeless, and he was depressed.

That night, after counting all the silver taels, Gu Tingye sent a memorial to Zhao Zongquan in [-] miles. In addition to telling Zhao Zongquan the amount of silver taels so that he could sleep peacefully, he also asked Zhao Zongquan for help.

The boat he brought with so much silver couldn't hold it at all.

The memorial was quickly delivered to Zhao Zongquan. Zhao Zongquan was as excited as a child when he saw this, and slapped his hands.

"Haha, Lieutenant Qin is indeed a pillar. When he returns to the capital, I will reward him heavily!"

Mr. Han Daxiang was also fascinated by the numbers on the memorial, so he realized it.

"The minister congratulates the officials and congratulates the Song Dynasty. From then on, the money shortage in the Song Dynasty can be solved!"

King Huan was also very excited, and reminded at the same time: "Officials, Zhonghuai's memorial said to mobilize ships."

Only then did Zhao Zongquan come to his senses: "Look at me, I'm so happy. Hurry up and pass on the will of the widow. Except for the transportation of grain in the two rivers, all ships with more than [-] supplies will be dispatched by Gu Tingye."

"promise!"

Allocating ships, arranging escorts, and transshipment, Gu Tingye spent the next month without touching the ground, and finally sent the last batch of silver into the canal.

Qin Hao also went to Bianjing to return to his command.

Bianjing Wharf is full of people these days. Ship after ship of silver is coming in. Naturally, it is impossible not to leak any news, so people come to watch every day. Although the silver has nothing to do with them, such a The scene is rare to see in a hundred years, and it will be a loss if you don't watch it.

When bragging with your descendants in the future, there will be one more topic: Thinking about Grandpa Ni
Of course, not everyone is happy. Such a large amount of silver has naturally caused a big impact on the existing silver price. Those honorable merchants who have hidden a lot of silver have lost a lot of money. They can't wait to kill Qin with a villain Only Hao can relieve the hatred in his heart.

However, Zhao Zongquan didn't care about their feelings at all. Looking at the treasury, which was empty enough to run a horse-drawn carriage, it filled up in an instant, and he couldn't close his mouth with joy.

"By the way, when will Gu Tingye and Captain Qin arrive in Bianjing?" Zhao Zongquan suddenly asked Mr. Han beside him.

Master Han thought for a while: "According to the date, the last batch of silver should arrive in Bianjing tomorrow or the day after tomorrow."

Zhao Zongquan nodded: "How is the reward, how are you discussing? Have you come up with the charter?"

Grand Master Han looked at Zhao Zongquan cautiously: "Officials, what we have planned is to be promoted to a higher level and reward some land and treasures."

Before he finished speaking, Zhao Zongquan interrupted unhappily: "Such a great achievement is only promoted to one level, wouldn't it make people feel chilling? To be promoted to three levels, just give him a captain of light cars, the title is fine, he is The son of the Marquis of Dongchang, the title of Marquis of Dongchang will also belong to him in the future, nothing lowers his status."

Master Han was startled: "Is this too much?"

"Yes? I think my Great Song Dynasty has been troubled by money shortage for many years. Who can solve the problem? I think it is not enough. If it is not for him to have a title next to him, it is not an exaggeration to give him a Marquis!" Zhao Zongquan stared. road.

Mr. Han Daxiang couldn't persuade him anymore, so he could only accept it with a wry smile, and went to prepare the imperial edict.

Two days later, Qin Hao and Gu Tingye escorted the last batch of silver coins to Bianjing. The Qin Liu family in the carriage of the Dongchang Hou Mansion had already been looking forward to it. However, judging from the fact that he would send someone to ask every other incense stick, he must not be safe at home.

"Mother." After getting off the boat, Qin Hao saw the carriage marked with the emblem of the Marquis of Dongchang, and hurried forward. After seeing Qin Liu's family, he bowed deeply.

Qin Liushi immediately burst into tears, holding Qin Hao's hand and weeping, no amount of comfort could help.

In the end, it was Gu Tingye who reminded: "Auntie, the officials are still waiting to ask questions. Let my cousin face the saint with me first, and come back if you have anything to say."

Only then did Qin Liushi stop crying, and told Qin Hao to go and come back quickly.

All the way to the palace, Qin Hao finally met the new king.

At the same time, Zhao Zongquan was also looking at Qin Hao. Seeing that he had sword eyebrows, star eyes, and a dignified appearance, but he was not as refined and refined as the scholar-bureaucrats of the Manchu Dynasty.

"Aiqing is not polite, you have worked hard these days." Zhao Zongquan personally stepped forward to help Qin Hao up, took his hand, and said with emotion.

Qin Hao was a little helpless, why do men in this ancient world always like to hold hands?

But he said in his mouth: "To be responsible for the court and to be loyal to His Majesty is the duty of a minister, not to mention hard work."

Zhao Zongquan was even more appreciative when he heard the words: "Okay, well said, if all the courtiers in the world can be like Aiqing, I will have no worries."

Afterwards, Zhao Zongquan asked the eunuch to announce the appointment of Qin Hao, and after the eunuch finished reading, he asked.

"Is Aiqing still satisfied?"

Lieutenant Qingche is counted according to his rank, and he is a fourth-rank military officer. Qin Hao was a sixth-rank officer before, so he was promoted to the third rank, which is definitely an exceptional promotion. Considering that he is less than 17 years old, such a promotion speed It's already amazing.

Qin Hao bowed slightly and said with a smile: "I am satisfied with the gift from the official family, but I still have a request, and I want the official family to fulfill it."

Not only was Zhao Zongquan not angry when he heard the words, but he laughed and was very happy. If the way of a monarch and his ministers is too desireless, it will be bad, and people can't figure it out.

"Oh? If you have any request, come and listen to it. If it is reasonable, the widow will definitely fulfill you."

Qin Hao pretended to be shy and said: "Reporting to the official family, when the minister was released, the family made a marriage agreement, and the minister wanted to ask the official family to make a marriage decree. It would not be in vain to waste the girl waiting hard."

Zhao Zongquan was stunned for a moment, and then smiled at King Huan: "Haha, it really is the young Mu Ai, why do I think it's the granddaughter of Mrs. Yu's family? You really have some eyes, okay, I will be your matchmaker .”

"Thank you, the official family!"

(End of this chapter)