Daming: Old Zhu, we agreed not to rush!

"Ah! Mr. Zhao really believes what the official said!"

Sun Zhaoxiang couldn't believe it. After all, he didn't even believe it himself.

Zhao Rongzhen said lightly: "What's so unbelievable about this? His Royal Highness is really good at calculating. No, it should be Uncle Ren Yuan."

Sun Zhaoxiang also reacted and immediately said: "Master Zhao, do you mean that this incident was intentional by His Highness the Crown Prince?"

"Of course it was intentional, just to make the prefect and I anxious."

Zhao Rongzhen said very calmly.

Sun Zhaoxiang thought for a moment, then turned pale: "Sir, I really didn't say anything. Please trust me."

Zhao Rongzhen glanced at Sun Zhaoxiang and said coldly: "Do you think I don't believe you?"

"No no!"

Sun Zhaoxiang immediately said: "I have no such intention, it's just...just..."

Sun Zhaoxiang wanted to explain, but didn't know how.

Zhao Rongzhen said: "Okay, you go down and do whatever you need to do."

"what?"

Sun Zhaoxiang was stunned for a moment and said: "Sir, since this is a plan, why don't you follow it?"

Sun Zhaoxiang is also a person with ideas.

Zhao Rongzhen chuckled and said: "Following the enemy's plan? How do you know I'm not following the enemy's plan?"

Sun Zhaoxiang was confused, and his mind could no longer understand.

"I am resigning."

Sun Zhaoxiang couldn't understand, but he believed in Zhao Rongzhen.

……

The atmosphere in the government office became strange. The prefect, Meng Song, seemed to want to snatch his presence.

Meng Song had to have a hand in all government affairs that were carried out normally before.

No matter how big or small, you have to give some suggestions for improvement, that is, change!

This made the officials up and down the government complain. When the leader opened his mouth, his subordinates broke their legs.

Meng Song had never taken care of things before, but under the leadership of Zhao Rongzhen, everything was in order.

To change this now is just a lot of work and effort.

Sun Zhaoxiang, in particular, seemed to have been deliberately targeted by Meng Song.

The Tongpan itself was responsible for many things, and Meng Song kept finding faults, which obviously made Sun Zhaoxiang very uncomfortable.

But no matter how uncomfortable it was, Sun Zhaoxiang could only endure it.

Su Jing and Zhu Biao's side were very dull, just normal inspections.

Three days passed like this.

"Master Su, look at these."

There are more than a dozen account books on Zhu Biao's desk, which are the account books of Yongjia Rice Shop that he sent people to check.

After all, it was the escort brought by Zhu Biao, and it was still very strong.

I got these account books in my hand without saying a word.

Su Jing was not polite and started reading directly.

In the previous life, it would definitely not be possible to use public power to directly steal a merchant's account books.

But in Ming Dynasty, there were not so many taboos.

The prince Zhu Biao himself represented the public power of the Ming Dynasty.

Just by flipping through it casually, Su Jing had already seen many inexplicable large amounts of income and expenditure.

Compared with those grain books, this account book is really not at the same level.

"There is indeed something wrong with this Yongjia Rice Shop!"

Su Jing looked through several other books, and they were all in the same situation.

After all, Ming Dynasty's business was not that developed, and accounting with white gloves couldn't be done in such detail.

"But Master Su, there is no direct record of the correspondence between Yongjia Mihang and Meng Song. It cannot be considered solid yet."

Zhu Biao still frowned a little.

Having stayed in Wenzhou Prefecture for many days, Zhu Biao had many other places to go in his heart.

"Prince, these account books are not for current use."

Su Jing smiled and said, "You have seen what's going on in the office these days. Meng Song obviously can't hold it in any longer."

"Indeed, but Zhao Rongzhen is still the same as before. He should be fine."

Zhu Biao nodded.

Su Jing shook her head: "No, I think Zhao Rongzhen has seen through my plan, so he deliberately made it for us to see."

In fact, the scheming is not complicated, and it is not that difficult to see through it.

But the most brilliant thing about scheming is that you know it's a trick, but you still can't stop thinking about it.

People are always suspicious, and the alliance itself is not that strong. How can we trust others with confidence?

"Is he really that powerful?"

Zhu Biao said with some disbelief.

Su Jing said: "I don't know, but I trust my intuition."

"Then what should we do now?"

Zhu Biao has no idea. The account books of Yongjia Rice Shop cannot be used now, and there are no problems with the granary and grain books. Then the inspection of Wenzhou Prefecture should be over.

However, this obviously cannot end.

Su Jing said: "Prince, we have to take the initiative in this matter."

While talking, Su Jing had already waved to Zhu Biao to come over.

Zhu Biao understood and immediately leaned over.

"It's okay for us to be like this... and again like this... like this..."

……

Su Jing talked for a while and finally finished her thoughts.

Zhu Biao's expression gradually became more exciting, until after listening, Zhu Biao said excitedly: "Student understands, student will arrange for someone to do it!"

Su Jing said calmly: "Try to find local people, Zhao Rongzhen needs to pay attention."

"Yes, students understand."

Zhu Biaoxuan immediately went to make arrangements.

In the afternoon of that day, Zhu Biao directly summoned Meng Song and Zhao Rongzhen in the government office. All other officials in the government office, big and small, were also present.

"I wonder why His Highness the Crown Prince summoned us here?"

Meng Song asked.

Zhu Biao said: "Mr. Meng, I came to Wenzhou Mansion mainly to inspect the granary. Now that I have almost finished the work, I am ready to leave tomorrow."

"Your Highness will leave tomorrow?"

Meng Song was shocked when he heard this.

Without him, Su Jing, a good son-in-law, hasn't been settled yet. If he leaves now, wouldn't the matter of the son-in-law be ruined?

But the prince had said it, and he had no way to object. He could only think of ways to keep Su Jing.

Zhu Biao nodded and said: "Yes, after the matter is done, it is natural to leave. The reason why I summoned you is to praise the officials of Wenzhou Prefecture. They have done a good job and made the people of Wenzhou Prefecture live a happy life. , the court will not forget you."

When Su Jing said this, all the officials in the government office were excited.

Prince!

Those are the future emperors of the Ming Dynasty. They have caught the eye of the prince, and their future prospects are really different.

"I would like to thank His Highness the Crown Prince!"

……

All the officials immediately knelt down to express their gratitude.

Zhu Biao immediately said: "Everyone, get up. I hope you can do better in the future and govern Wenzhou Mansion well for the Ming Dynasty. Just go about your own business."

After a simple commendation meeting, Zhu Biao returned to his residence and began to pack his bags. If I have to leave tomorrow, I have to prepare everything today.

Meng Song did not dare to neglect and personally led people to help Zhu Biao clean up.

"Mr. Meng, I don't have anything, I can do it myself."

Zhu Biao said with a smile.

Under Su Jing's guidance, Zhu Biao was able to talk to Meng Song with a smile.

Meng Song immediately said: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is diligent and thrifty and loves the people. The old minister admires him very much. In this way, the old minister will let the servants leave, but the old minister must help His Highness."

Meng Song still said good things, and the servant was quickly dismissed.

Zhu Biao didn't drive Meng Song away anymore, since he didn't have much.

"Your Highness, I have an unkind request, and I would like to ask Your Highness to agree to it."

Meng Song said suddenly.

Zhu Biao was stunned for a moment, and then said: "What's the matter, Master Meng?"

You must never agree first. This Meng Song is not a good person.

Meng Song said: "Since I met Uncle Ren Yuan at the last family banquet, my daughter, I have been so in love with him that I don't even think about food or tea."

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is about to leave this time. I wonder if I can let Uncle Ren Yuan stay for a few more days, so that I can see my daughter again at least once. I'll take care of my daughter's wishes."

Meng Song really didn't think about anything else at this moment, just for Su Jing.

Zhu Biao was really surprised when he heard this request.

But he also knew that this Meng Song woman was definitely not who he said she was. This must be Meng Song's own request.

It's normal to think about it. His teacher Su Jing is a young master, Count Renyuan.

Meng Song took a fancy to it, that was perfectly normal.

"Mr. Meng, it's okay to talk about other things, but as a student, I can never agree to it for Master Su."

Zhu Biao would not agree to this kind of thing casually. The most important thing is that Su Jing has made it clear that he has no feelings for Meng Li.

As soon as these words came out, Meng Song's face looked a little ugly. Originally, he thought that as long as he went out of his way to beg the prince Zhu Biao, and the prince opened his mouth, the rest of the matter would be simple.

Unexpectedly, Zhu Biao did not agree at all.

"Xiaguan understands. It's Xiaguan who was too abrupt."

Meng Song had no choice but to leave.

……

At night, inside the government office.

"Master Zhao, His Highness the Crown Prince is about to leave now, shouldn't we also celebrate?"

Meng Song looked at Zhao Rongzhen who was still calm in front of him and smiled.

It was naturally a pity that her daughter could not get close to Su Jing, but it was still a joy to see Zhu Biao leave.

Because this means that everything in Wenzhou Prefecture is fine, and he, the prefect, will not have any problems.

Zhao Rongzhen said calmly: "Mr. Meng, that's not what you said during the day."

Meng Song's expression changed slightly, but then returned to normal: "Master Zhao, you don't have to tell me this. The prince just left. For you and me, it is the best thing."

"You don't want our Wenzhou Prefecture to be found to have any problems."

Meng Song's heart was still tense before.

After all, he had made a lot of money through 'legitimate' means, and he didn't want Zhu Biao to find out about it.

"Mr. Meng is right, but it's so late and the official is going home, so I won't continue chatting with Mr. Meng."

Zhao Rongzhen stood up and left the government office directly.

Meng Song stared at Zhao Rongzhen's back with an angry look on his face. Now Zhao Rongzhen no longer took him seriously.

The previous punishment and sentencing of Sun Zhaoxiang seemed to have no effect.

After leaving the government office, Zhao Rongzhen did not take the carriage, but walked towards his home.

It was getting late at this time, and it was thanks to the prosperity of Wenzhou Prefecture's night market that there were many bright colors.

Zhao Rongzhen looked at the lively market in the distance with a very pleased smile on his face.

The pace of his feet quickened, and he arrived at his door in a short time.

A courtyard with one entrance and two exits is quite small for his status as a Fu Cheng.

As soon as he arrived at the door, Zhao Rongzhen saw an unexpected figure.

"Zhao Fucheng, it's really late for you to get home, let me wait."

Su Jing stood aside and said with a smile.

Zhao Rongzhen immediately bowed and said: "I didn't know that Uncle Ren Yuan was here, but I hope you can forgive me."

"Excuse me? I just went out for a walk. I happened to arrive in front of your house. I wonder if I can go in and have a cup of tea."

Su Jing said lightly.

Although he said he was just strolling around, it was obviously intentional.

As for the location of Zhao Rongzhen's family, it was easy for Xiao Liu to trick someone out.

"Of course it's okay. Uncle Ren Yuan, please come in."

Zhao Rongzhen was also a smart man and welcomed Su Jing directly into the door.

There are some things that don't need to be revealed.

Su Jing entered Zhao Rongzhen's home, which was a very simple yard with simple furnishings.

According to Xiaoliu, he had already roughly known the situation in Zhao Rongzhen's family.

His parents died in the war in his early years, he never married and had children, and he has always been single.

My life is extremely simple, and I don't like any extravagant enjoyment. The only books at home are the most common.

"Mr. Zhao is really a book lover. As far as the eye can see in the house, there seems to be no place for books."

Su Jing said with a smile.

Zhao Rongzhen was busy boiling water, but he still replied: "The love of my life is just like this."

"Isn't there anyone in Mr. Zhao's house?"

Su Jing asked knowingly.

Zhao Rongzhen has already lit the fire and is filling the kettle: "It's just me, there's no need."

"As the saying goes, there are three types of unfilial piety, and the worst is not having an heir. I think Mr. Zhao is not too young, so why hasn't he married a wife yet?"

Su Jing asked again, this was what he wanted to know most.

This is the Ming Dynasty, not the previous life. It is a must for men to marry a wife, have children, start a family and start a business.

It has even risen to the level of filial piety, which cannot be violated.

And as Zhao Rongzhen is the Prime Minister of Wenzhou, there is no saying that the conditions are not good.

Zhao Rongzhen was silent for a while and silently put the kettle on the stove.

"Uncle Ren Yuan, there are always things that people don't want others to know, so I don't want to ask this question."

Zhao Rongzhen spoke calmly, showing no emotion or anger.

Su Jing looked at Zhao Rongzhen, nodded and said: "Indeed, there are some things you don't want others to know, and some things you can't."

"I wonder, Mr. Zhao, is there anything that others cannot know?"

Zhao Rongzhen's expression changed slightly and he said, "I don't understand what Uncle Ren Yuan meant. If possible, could you explain it more clearly?"

Su Jing smiled, picked up a book at random, and took a look at the title. It was "Zi Zhi Tong Jian".

"Master Zhao, the prince is leaving tomorrow, and I will naturally leave too. It's already this time, why do you still pretend to be with me, Master Zhao?"

Su Jing looked at Zhao Rongzhen with a playful expression.

Zhao Rongzhen said calmly: "Uncle Renyuan, I still don't understand. What is pretending? What are you pretending to do?"

Facing Zhao Rongzhen like this, Su Jing felt that he was too tough. This guy was too cautious to think first. (End of chapter)