I, Jiajing, successfully cultivated immortality

Chapter 248 Two Shocking News
After a day and a night of fermentation, the Department of Maritime Trade will officially hold an auction in the near future, auctioning off the certificate of going to sea, and His Majesty will go to the Imperial College to give lectures!These two major events spread within the capital at the same time.

For these two major events, merchants are more concerned about the certificate of going to sea that will be auctioned by the Maritime Trade Department. After all, this is a real benefit!
As long as he can get the certificate to go to sea, it means that a steady stream of wealth is beckoning to him.

Officials, large and small, in the capital are looking forward to the fact that the emperor will go to the Imperial College to give lectures!

On the one hand, it was because everyone was really curious about the contents of the book "Science", and on the other hand, it was because this was one of the few opportunities to get in close contact with the emperor.

After all, one who has listened to His Majesty's lectures can be regarded as a student of the emperor!
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Capital, Yan Mansion.

In the early morning, Yan Song was sitting at the dining table, concentrating on the plate of pickles in front of him.

After a while, Yan Shifan walked into the room excitedly, chattering endlessly.

"Father, have you heard?"

"Your Majesty will go to the Imperial College to give lectures in a few days. At that time, all officials in the capital can go to attend."

"Father, my child is quite curious about the content in the book "Science"!"

"Your Majesty only used a small part of the above knowledge to solve a big problem for the Weapons Department."

"I heard that at the moment, the Weapons Department is developing a new type of cannon. Not only that, but the range and power of the firecracker have been improved accordingly!"

Seeing this, Yan Song sighed helplessly, then put down the bowl and chopsticks, and said.

"Are you still eating?"

Seeing that his father Yan Song was a little unhappy, Yan Shifan immediately sat down beside Yan Song and began to taste the dishes on the table.

"But having said that, I am also quite curious about the book called "Science"."

"There are such miraculous books in this world!"

"If you have a chance in the future, you must see with your own eyes what that book looks like."

Seeing Yan Shifan calm down, Yan Song picked up the teacup on the side, took a sip, and said with emotion.

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Jiangxi, Nanchang Prefecture.

After a series of wanton punishments, officials from top to bottom in Jiangxi Province were all cleaned up.

And the alternate officials who Hu Zongxian said earlier set off at the same time as the army also arrived in Jiangxi one after another.

And today is the day for this group of alternate officials to officially report on their duties!

"I have seen the governor, and the governor."

In the hall of the government office, many officials could be seen respectfully saluting Hu Zongxian and Cao Shunhe who were sitting at the head.

"Well, get up."

After looking at each other with Cao Shunhe, Hu Zongxian said so.

"I followed His Majesty's order earlier and led the army to Jiangxi to put down the rebellion!"

When Hu Zongxian said this, he deliberately paused for a moment, looked around, and continued.

"Not only that, but I'm also responsible for dealing with those officials who are corrupt and pervert the law, and exploit the common people! Right now, you should see clearly what will happen to them on the way here."

"Therefore, this official hopes that you will work hard, be honest and self-confident, and not follow in their footsteps."

Hu Zongxian's words undoubtedly sent a chill down the spine of all the alternate officials present.

The reason is that on the way they came, they saw the corpses of many officials hanging on the tower.

Not only that, after they arrived in Jiangxi, the first thing Hu Zongxian did was to ask his subordinates to lead them to visit the prison.

In the prison, they saw the tragic situation of many once prominent and majestic officials. Not only that, every time they passed by a cell, there was a special person introducing the rank and origin of these officials!
And these measures taken by Hu Zongxian undoubtedly caused a great psychological shadow on this group of alternate officials, and they were deeply impressed!

Maybe on the day when they are old and retired, they can still recall in their minds the scene when Hu Zongxian sent someone to take them to visit the prison.

After Hu Zongxian finished beating, it was Cao Shun's turn and the Jiangxi governor to stand up and speak comforting words.

"You don't have to be too nervous, I might as well tell you a piece of news."

"That is, although you are currently alternate officials, if you perform well during your term of office and have outstanding achievements, you will be promoted to regular positions in advance, and your current rank and treatment will remain unchanged!"

And Cao Shunhe's words undoubtedly gave many alternate officials present a shot in the arm!

At this moment, the eyes of many alternate officials in the audience are already shining with the light of hope. They all hope that they can make some achievements in their positions!Thus, the alternate official is transferred to the official official.

Seeing that the heat was almost ready, Hu Zongxian nodded to Cao Shunhe and said softly.

"Well, let's get started."

Seeing this, Chao Shunhe at the side immediately increased the volume and said loudly.

"Now, the official debriefing begins, everyone, please take out your fish charms and confessions (note: items to verify the identity of officials, and letters of appointment)."

"After the work report is completed, you will go to your respective positions and officially take up your duties!"

As soon as Cao Shunhe's words fell, many alternate officials present forcibly suppressed the excitement in their hearts, lined up in a long line, and began to report their duties.

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After the work report was completed, Hu Zongxian immediately left the hall, went to the room where he was currently living, and called his guards, and ordered in a deep voice.

"Go and send a message to the governor of Jinyiwei Town, and say that I have something to discuss with him!"

"Yes, Lord Governor!"

After receiving the order, the guards quickly left the mansion and ran towards Jin Yiwei's residence.

A moment later, Liu Mi, the governor of Jinyiwei, entered the room under his leadership.

After entering the room, Liu Mi, the governor of Jinyiwei, took the first step to salute Hu Zongxian respectfully, and then asked.

"Governor Hu, do you have anything to explain to the lower officials you have come here this time?"

"sit."

After Hu Zongxian finished speaking, he pointed to the empty seat beside him.

After Jin Yiwei Zhenfu envoy sat down on the seat, Hu Zongxian slowly opened his mouth to speak.

"Actually, the official asked you to come here this time because there is indeed a matter that needs to be handled by you Jin Yiwei!"

"Governor Hu, you don't have to be so polite. If there is anything you need to do, just ask! After all, this time, we Jinyiwei are only assisting you."

After listening to Hu Zongxian's words, Liu Mi immediately agreed.

"Earlier, when I sent my subordinates to confiscate the property of those salt merchants, I accidentally found a map, which recorded many mineral resources and the location of salt wells!"

"It is marked with copper ore, iron ore, silver ore, and other precious medicinal materials."

"I want you Jinyiwei to transport this map, together with the 5000 million taels of silver that was confiscated from the group of salt merchants, to the capital!"

After Hu Zongxian finished speaking, he took out a sheepskin map full of labels from his arms, and sent it to Liu Mi, saying so.

Liu Mi took the map solemnly, and after browsing through it, he suddenly discovered that none of the mineral resources and the locations of the salt wells marked on it were in the hands of the government.

"Well, don't worry, Jin Yiwei will definitely transport it to the capital safely!"

At this moment, Liu Mi, the governor of Jinyiwei, who boasted that he had seen countless people despite the ups and downs of his life, was also touched by Hu Zongxian's desire to be loyal to the country, and immediately promised.

(End of this chapter)