I'm only seven years old, Lao Zhu, you let me supervise the country?

Chapter 183 Lead the snake out of the hole!

Zhu Yunxi narrowed his eyes slightly.

If this is the case, everything can be explained.

Although Lao Zhu went out of the city to recuperate, Yangshan was heavily guarded.

It is impossible for the Japanese pirates to succeed in assassinating Lao Zhu, but they can pin this crime on him.

After all, he is the crown prince, who is ordered to supervise the country.

Who would benefit the most from killing the emperor?

The answer is obvious.

As long as Lao Zhu became suspicious of him, they would be considered a success.

The old events of Han and Wu are repeated again.

"What a ruthless plan!"

Zhu Yunxuan said secretly.

Although he had guessed the opponent's purpose right now, it was still very difficult to deal with it.

Because the hidden Japanese pirates have escaped.

Ouyang Lun also died.

No more proof.

Although the yamen's men and horses were mobilized, in Zhu Yunxi's view, the possibility of catching the Japanese pirates was very slim.

But having a clue is at least a lot better than being completely clueless.

"Since they are like this, let's just follow the current and lure the snake out of its hole."

The look on his face gradually turned cold.

"Should Princess Anqing be arrested and interrogated?" Xu Miaojin asked from the side.

If Ouyang Lun just hid taxes, he would not be involved with Princess Anqing.

Even knowing that the other party is involved.

But the royal family’s face still needs to be taken into consideration.

Otherwise, Lao Zhu would not be able to do business there.

But Ouyang Lun hid Japanese pirates and tried to assassinate his grandson. That was different.

If Princess Anqing knew about it, she would be rebelling.

"No need." Zhu Yunxi shook his head: "Don't startle the snakes by making mistakes."

He thought for a while and said: "Go to Yangshan and report today's events to Grandpa Huang."

He didn't say that he would report the other party's conspiracy and purpose.

It is only necessary to execute Ouyang Lun, discover Japanese pirates in his cargo ship, and report the assassination.

With Lao Zhu's shrewdness, he should be able to see through it.

It is not beautiful for him to explain.

Moreover, the matter of killing the prince-in-law should have been reported to Ming Lao Zhu.

Xu Miaojin was startled, and said: "Okay!"

"This is not a good job." Zhu Yunxi said with a smile: "I'm afraid Grandpa Huang will get angry, and you may suffer disaster."

Kings are people too.

Hearing that his son-in-law was killed must be in a bad mood.

"Don't worry, I can handle it myself."

Xu Miaojin smiled brightly, didn't care about her words, got out of the car and left.

The carriage continued to move forward, but instead of returning to the palace, it headed for Zhao Mian's mansion.

It was rare for him to come out, so he wanted to take care of everything together.

After investigating Ouyang Lun's case, it was Zhao Mian's turn next.

Shangshu Mansion is not very luxurious, but very ordinary.

The two lions at the door were covered with dust, as if they had not been cleaned for a long time.

The door was closed tightly.

Zhu Yunzhen led Xixi forward and knocked on the door.

"Who is it!"

From inside came the faint voice of the doorman.

Immediately there was a "squeak", and the door was opened a crack.

An old man stuck his head out from inside.

"The boy is from Jiashan Prefecture. My father runs some silk business. I have always admired the style of literati. I like calligraphy and painting, especially the thin gold body of Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty."

"I heard that Zhao Shangshu is a master of it, my father admires it very much, and is willing to pay a lot of money for a calligraphy."

Jin Yiwei has already inquired about everything.

He just came to verify it himself, so he was already prepared.

The old man looked him up and down and said in surprise: "Why didn't your adults come, but you sent a baby?"

Zhu Yunxuan was polite and said with a smile: "Shang Shu is an upright and upright official, which is well-known among the public. After all, my father is a businessman. If there is news about his association with Lord Shangshu, it may damage the reputation of Lord Shangshu."

"The boy is young and comes to the mansion to ask for advice. It's hard for outsiders to say anything, so he is sent here."

The old man nodded slightly: "Your family is quite polite. Come in."

He opened the door and Zhu Yunzhen quickly went in.

There are ordinary courtyards inside, and the fences and windows are all of a simple style, without much decoration, and there is no luxury at all.

However, the paint color has faded and it looks quite old.

At first glance, it doesn't seem like a wealthy family.

After passing through several corridor doors, we arrived at the hall.

The person who came to see them was an elegant middle-aged woman.

Sitting above the main hall, with a lot of jewelry hanging on his body and gorgeous clothes, it is completely different from the simple and unpretentious room, giving people a sense of wealth.

"I've met Madam." Zhu Yunzhen stepped forward and saluted.

This middle-aged woman is Zhao Mian's wife, Mrs. Liu.

He had known that at this time, Zhao Mian was still working in the Ministry of Household Affairs and had not yet returned to the government. His wife was in charge of all affairs at home.

If not, it would be inconvenient for him to make a private visit in person.

"With such a small baby, parents can rest assured that you will be allowed to come out to do things." Mrs. Liu looked at Zhu Yunxuan with a smile and said, "You are very handsome and smart. I don't know which girl will be lucky enough to marry you in the future."

"Ma'am, you are joking." Zhu Yunxuan didn't want to delay the time. After some pleasantries, he said, "My father loves calligraphy and has admired Master Shangshu for a long time. He wants to buy a piece of Master Shangshu's calligraphy. I am willing to offer 1 taels of silver."

"What, 1 taels?"

Mr. Liu blurted out.

There are quite a few people who come to the Shangshu Mansion to "seek ink treasures", but this is the first time she has met someone who is willing to give ten thousand taels of silver.

Zhu Yunxuan took out a banknote of 1 taels of silver from his arms and presented it, saying, "Exactly. I just hope it will be convenient for you, Master Shangshu, in the future."

Mrs. Liu took the banknotes, looked at them carefully, immediately smiled, and said in a stack of voices: "Then dare to be kind, Mr. Shangshu, I like businessmen who love calligraphy and painting. Knowledge of books, courtesy, trustworthiness, benevolence and righteousness are the way to do business."

As she spoke, she asked someone to fetch a piece of writing.

It's an ordinary white paper, unframed, with only two words on it - Yishang!
There is neither a signature, nor a signature, nor a seal, so plain and simple.

The handwriting is thin, strong and graceful, and it is indeed a good thin gold calligraphy.

At this time, there were countless literati and poets with excellent calligraphy.

A calligraphy like this can be waved by an old man selling calligraphy on the street, and it is not worth a tael of silver.

It can be sold for 1 taels, all because it was written by Master Shangshu.

Zhu Yunzhen smiled and put it away, and praised: "Good words! Good words! Ten thousand taels of silver is already low. In my opinion, this boy is worth ten thousand taels of silver. Madam is willing to give it to me, but my family has taken advantage."

Mrs. Liu's smile turned into a hibiscus flower that bloomed in layers, and she said: "The goods are sold to the wise. The young master is a literate person, so even if it is given to the young master, it does not count as burying this calligraphy. If it is Ordinary people who don't understand will not sell even 10 taels of silver or 100 million taels of silver."

"Thank you, madam." Zhu Yunzhen said.

After another pleasantry, they left the Shangshu Mansion.

When he was leaving, the old concierge welcomed him in and whispered: "Take this inscription and go to the Ministry of Household Affairs to get the tax certificate and tax payment invoice. No matter how much goods are transported in the future, you only need to pay one tael of silver in tax."

People who come to Shangshu Mansion to buy calligraphy are naturally not really looking for calligraphy.

Although everyone knows it well, it's better to mention something.

It's not convenient for Madam to say, so he is the only one to do it for me.

Zhu Yunxuan pretended to understand, smiled and thanked him, and left back to the carriage.

The smile on his face immediately disappeared.

I thought that Zhao Mian was a useful talent, but I didn't expect that he would be so greedy.

Two characters sell for 1 taels of silver. This makes money much faster than printing money.

Speaking of which, Zhao Mian can be regarded as someone who helps him with things.

But how could he tolerate such corruption and bribery?

Zhu Yunxuan sighed softly and ordered the accompanying Jin Yiwei: "Go to the Ministry of Revenue and hand this calligraphy to the palm of Zhao Mian, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, and say that it is for him alone."

Jin Yiwei took the order and left.

"Go back to the East Palace and summon Yao Guangxiao to see you."

(End of this chapter)