Daming: Old Zhu, we agreed not to rush!

Chapter 254

Talked for about an hour.

During the period, the old butler went to the next door to see the young master Ma Qi several times.

Seeing that it was almost time for dinner, Su Jing got up, took out a sling of copper coins from her arms, and put them on the table:

"I didn't bring any presents either. Your young master is seriously ill. Although this amount of money is not too much, I hope you will accept it as a token of my heart."

The old butler looked at the hanging copper coins, and his first reaction was neither to reject nor to accept.

Instead, he stared blankly.

Since Ma Zhiyuan was imprisoned, the life of the Ma family has become more and more difficult.

"Thank you son! You are so kind, I thank you on behalf of the master!"

The old butler directly knelt down towards Su Jing, knocking his head on the ground with a bang.

If it was before, he would never accept the money from Su Jing.

But now, the reality made it impossible for him not to accept it.

Su Jing immediately supported the old housekeeper and said, "Don't do it, that's all I can do, and I have something to do, so I'll leave first."

It was obvious that it was time for dinner, but Su Jing was about to leave.

The old butler naturally saw Su Jing's meaning at a glance. He knew their embarrassment. If he didn't eat here, he could at least spend less money.

Su Jing and Zhu Biao are two people after all.

If you really want to eat here, no matter how you deal with it, you have to eat something.

In terms of entertainment, it is undoubtedly a kind of pressure for the current Ma family.

"Thank you, young master, and please leave your name. If there is a chance in the future, my young master will definitely thank you!"

The old butler didn't ask to stay, but said solemnly to Su Jing.

He is old, and Ma Zhiyuan has been in prison.

Then the only one who can repay the kindness in the future is the young master Ma Qi.

"Su Jing."

Su Jing left a name and left with Zhu Biao.

In a commoner restaurant in Yingtianfu, Su Jing and Zhu Biao ordered two random dishes and ate them.

"Master Su, do you believe what the housekeeper said?"

After taking a few mouthfuls, Zhu Biao couldn't wait to ask.

Su Jing said while picking up vegetables: "Why don't you believe it?"

Zhu Biao said: "Master Su, the case of Ma Zhiyuan has been settled, and there is absolutely no possibility of overturning the case. No matter what his housekeeper says, it can't change the reality."

Zhu Yuanzhang is ruthless about corruption and corruption, so he naturally pays attention to evidence.

Otherwise, how can you convince the public if you kill so many officials?
Su Jing said indifferently: "No, Niu Yi, don't make a mistake, these are two different things, we understand this case, not to reverse the case for Ma Zhiyuan."

"Ok?"

Zhu Biao was taken aback for a moment, a little puzzled.

Su Jing took him to see Ma Zhiyuan first in the prison of the Ministry of Criminal Justice, and then met Ma Zhiyuan's family.

This is not to reverse the case, what is it for?
"Master Su, the students don't understand."

Zhu Biao said.

"Then hurry up and eat, we still have a lot of places to run in the afternoon, and you will know when the time comes."

Su Jing urged, and continued to eat.

On the other side, inside Fengxian Hall.

Zhu Yuanzhang was having a light meal, and because he had to deal with Su Jing's affairs these days, he was a little nervous about time.

For lunch, Lao Zhu dealt with it in Fengxian Hall.

Empress Ma was afraid that Lao Zhu would not eat well, so she ate with Lao Zhu at this meeting.

"Sister, you said that Su Jing brought Biao'er here and there to reverse the case of Ma Zhiyuan?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked Empress Ma suspiciously.

Zhu Yuanzhang paid close attention to Su Jing's whereabouts in Yingtian Mansion all the time.

Empress Ma said: "I don't know, but I believe that Mr. Su must have a deep meaning in doing this. There may be something hidden in the case of Mr. Ma."

For Su Jing, Empress Ma always gave unlimited trust.

Zhu Yuanzhang said decisively: "Sister, this is impossible, but I have personally seen the case of Ma Zhiyuan. There are all witnesses and material evidence, so it is impossible to reverse the case."

Because of Ma Zhiyuan's behavior of packing at the annual banquet, he is registered with Zhu Yuanzhang.

Zhu Yuanzhang has personally seen the case, and there is absolutely no possibility of an unjust case.

Empress Ma immediately said: "Yes, Chongba, you are right. I didn't say that Mr. Su wanted to overturn the case. What are you so anxious about? Let's just wait and see if we don't see it."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned: "But, what exactly does Su Jing want to do? Is there any need to understand this iron case?"

……

After eating in the restaurant, Su Jing walked into the pharmacy with Zhu Biao.

According to the prescription obtained from the old housekeeper, Su Jing also asked the shopkeeper about the approximate price of the medicine.

Then, Su Jing took Zhu Biao to understand Yingtian's prices in practice.

Including all aspects of food, clothing, housing and transportation, renting a house, eating, clothing, heating, etc...

In this way, almost two hours passed.

As the evening approached, Su Jing brought Zhu Biao back to the Niu Mansion.

At this moment, Zhu Yuanzhang was already waiting in the Niu Mansion.

"Uncle, what, are you done too?"

Su Jing was a little surprised when he saw Zhu Yuanzhang.

He knew that Zhu Yuanzhang was a very famous model emperor, and his work was full all day long.

It's really surprising that this point can appear in front of him.

"Father."

Zhu Biao saluted Zhu Yuanzhang.

Zhu Yuanzhang said lightly: "This is my home, isn't it normal for me to be here? Why, Su Jing, do you think there is a problem?"

Since Su Jing wanted to act, then Lao Zhu simply continued to act with Su Jing.

"Uh...Of course it's fine."

Su Jing froze for a moment, but was really confused by Zhu Yuanzhang's words.

What is this?
Lao Zhu also started acting?
Of course, Su Jing's reaction was also very quick.

"Su Jing, what are you doing with my son all day? I heard from the housekeeper that you are not at home all day."

Zhu Yuanzhang asked Su Jing.

Although he knew, he also knew that Su Jing knew that he knew, but he still had to pretend to ask the housekeeper to find out.

Su Jing replied: "It's nothing, I just have a little bit of doubt about a case, so I went to find out the situation."

Su Jing knew that Zhu Yuanzhang knew what he did, but he still had to pretend to answer.

Zhu Yuanzhang asked: "Then what have you learned?"

In Ma Zhiyuan's case, Zhu Yuanzhang really didn't know what Su Jing could do. It was all solid evidence, and there was nothing to change.

"Don't worry, uncle."

Su Jing said with a smile: "Let me drink my saliva first."

Said that Su Jing was going to pour water, Zhu Biao, who was quick-eyed and quick-handed, rushed ahead and poured water for Su Jing.

"Master Su, you drink."

Zhu Biao handed the poured water to Su Jing.

"it is good."

Su Jing nodded.

In Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes, this scene was extremely awkward.

If Su Jing knew Zhu Biao's identity before, then it's okay to say, now Su Jing clearly knows everything in his heart, how can he still use Zhu Biao as before.

This is the prince!
The future emperor of Ming Dynasty!
No matter which teacher Zhu Biao had, he would not dare to treat Zhu Biao like this, except Su Jing.

Su Jing can still be so calm and composed, still in front of her.

For a moment, Zhu Yuanzhang wondered if Su Jing didn't know his identity.

goo goo goo...

Su Jing drank a glass of water in one breath, and then said: "Uncle, now let me tell you about the Ma Zhiyuan case."

While speaking, Su Jing had already sat opposite Zhu Yuanzhang.

"I won't go into details about the specifics of Ma Zhiyuan's case. I believe you know it too."

Su Jing said lightly.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded: "No, I know everything."

Su Jing looked at Zhu Biao and said, "Niu Yi, let me tell you about the daily expenses of a sixth-rank official who is the head of the Duzhi Branch of the Daming Household Department."

Zhu Biao nodded and replied: "Yes, Master Su. The daily expenses of the sixth-rank officials of the Ming Dynasty include rent, food, clothing, and some human relations..."

During the previous investigation process between Su Jing and Zhu Biao, Su Jing was asking, and Zhu Biao had been recording.

This will, everything is quite clear.

Zhu Yuanzhang listened carefully and didn't think there was any problem.

But as Zhu Biao said, he felt something was wrong.

"To sum up, the daily expenses of a rank-six official are about seven shi per month."

Zhu Biao slowly said the conclusion.

Su Jing nodded, and then looked at Zhu Yuanzhang. He thought that Zhu Yuanzhang should have some feelings after hearing this.

But obviously, he overestimated Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Su Jing, what do you mean? Is there any problem with the daily expenses of these sixth-rank officials?"

Seeing Su Jing looking at him all the time, Zhu Yuanzhang was a little puzzled.

When Lao Zhu asked this question, Su Jing was immediately stunned.

It’s all so clear, don’t you know?

"Niu Yi, what is the salary standard for sixth-rank officials in the Ming Dynasty?"

After a little hesitation, Su Jing said to Zhu Biao who was at the side.

Zhu Biao replied: "The annual salary standard for officials of the sixth grade in the Ming Dynasty is 100 shi."

"Uncle, did you hear that, the annual salary is 100 shi, the daily expenses are 7 shi for a month, and 84 shi for a year, don't you understand?"

Su Jing asked Zhu Yuanzhang.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said: "That's right, the annual salary is 100 shi, and the annual expenses are 84 shi. Isn't there still 16 shi left? Is there any problem with this salary?"

Zhu Yuanzhang has specially studied the salaries of officials.

In his opinion, this salary is completely enough.

Su Jing is really speechless. Old Zhu's brain is very shrewd most of the time, but sometimes he doesn't know if he is really stupid.

"Father, what I just calculated is the minimum living standard of a sixth-rank official. According to such expenses, he doesn't even have the money to buy some gifts during the holidays."

Zhu Biao immediately said to Zhu Yuanzhang.

In fact, Zhu Biao realized it when he calculated just now.

The salaries of famous officials are really quite low.

You must be honest and honest, hard and simple to live on this little salary.

Zhu Yuanzhang said disapprovingly: "Isn't there still a balance of 16 stones? Isn't this enough to buy some gifts?"

Zhu Biao immediately said: "Father, there are unpredictable things in the sky, and people have misfortunes and good fortunes. If you get sick or encounter some accidents, these expenses will not be enough."

Zhu Biao didn't mention Ma Zhiyuan clearly, but he believed that his father Zhu Yuanzhang must know the Ma Zhiyuan he was referring to.

Hearing Zhu Biao's words, Zhu Yuanzhang became furious: "Boss, what do you mean by that? Are you trying to tell me that Ma Zhiyuan was corrupt to save his own child, so he should be acquitted?" ?"

"My child doesn't mean that!"

Zhu Biao immediately said: "Corruption is corruption, and it cannot be covered up for any reason."

Good guy, Su Jing looked at the appearance of the father and son, and suddenly felt that Zhu Biao said it seemed quite right.

If this is a collision by oneself, it's really hard to say.

"Uncle, I know you are in a hurry, but don't be in a hurry."

Su Jing said to Zhu Yuanzhang, but with a bit of sarcasm, it was clear what was in the words.

Obviously just now I felt that Zhu Biao and Zhu Yuanzhang were at war, but now they will add fuel and jealousy.

"What can I be in a hurry for? Su Jing, please explain clearly, what exactly do you want to do?"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Su Jing with a straight face, and actually suppressed his anger.

???

Su Jing was quite surprised. In the previous life, it was quite a provocative comment. How did it come to Zhu Yuanzhang? It doesn't seem very useful!

It is not a good thing that Lao Zhu is not angry.

Su Jing's current thinking is relatively simple.

Angry Lao Zhu and made him give up the idea of ​​letting himself enter the court.

Of course, there are two possibilities for the consequences. One is to directly provoke Lao Zhu, and when the emperor is angry, his head will fall to the ground.

If this is the case, then my own black technology can be used, and the fate of Su Jing and Zhu Biao will come to an end here.

The other is to be more harmonious. Lao Zhu is angry, but he doesn't want to execute himself, after all, there is a Queen Ma.

The current Su Jing, ever since he knew Zhu Yuanzhang's identity, is very thankful that he and Empress Ma still have a good relationship.

He took care of the few gifts he gave before.

As long as Queen Ma is still around, the first situation will most likely not happen.

It's just that what Su Jing didn't expect was that Lao Zhu was able to suppress the fire, which was really surprising.

Su Jing said lightly: "Uncle, what I want to say is not simple. According to the current official salary standard of Daming, if you want to be a non-corrupt official, you have to be conscientious, diligent, hardworking and simple."

"That's right, shouldn't officials be like this?"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked back.

According to Lao Zhu's logic, officials should be like cows and horses, grazing and milking. This is a must.

Su Jing said lightly: "Uncle, I can't say that what you said is wrong, but officials are not livestock, they are all human beings, since they are human beings, they must have humanity."

"For example, this Ma Zhiyuan, he is diligent and honest enough to serve his duties, but he has worked hard for Daming, but he can't save his own son. What do you think he will think?"

"Let's just talk about our Majesty. He set the salary standard for hundreds of officials. Because of the turmoil at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, His Majesty is very aware of how abhorrent those officials who disregarded human lives and sucked the bones out of the marrow, and how many people they have harmed."

"He did this, naturally for the sake of the people."

Zhu Yuanzhang was silent for a while, then nodded and said, "That's right, His Majesty did this for the common people."

Su Jing continued: "It's right to do this, and it's not unreasonable, but there is a saying that you don't worry about the few, but the unevenness. Your Majesty's salary for the officials is so strict, but there are many standards for your own royal family. Affluent?"

"The plan of being stricter with others and more lenient than self-discipline is doomed to not last long. To put it bluntly, there is a paper crotch under the iron threshold, how can it be good?"

(End of this chapter)