King Luhuang of the Ming Dynasty: My father, Ming Taizu

Auctioneer Zhao Chunlai said with a smile: "The ancients always said that good grape wine should be served in a luminous cup, as if wine should naturally be served in a luminous cup!
In fact, I think it’s because people in the past didn’t have glass!
If there were glass, we would have used glass cups long ago!
It should be a wine glass!

This set of glassware is extremely difficult to produce. It is the masterpiece that Master Bu Chunzai has worked hard on for twenty years!"

at this time.

Everyone was already getting impatient after listening to Zhao Chunlai's introduction.

Someone couldn't help but say, "We've been introducing them for almost half an hour!
Even if it's a blind date, the matchmaker wouldn't be as hard-working as you!

Are you still selling it or not?"

"That's right, I can earn hundreds of thousands of taels of silver in just a few moments! How can I have the time to listen to your nonsense?

Just say whether you want to sell it or not. If not, I will leave!"

"This set of wine utensils is indeed precious, but we have to have a chance to buy it. Why are you just saying that we can't buy it now?"

Seeing that Zhao Chunlai was introducing things endlessly, many businessmen present became a little anxious.

Zhu Yuanzhang asked curiously in the box: "Who is this master Bu Chunzai? How come I have never heard of him? Look at how well the auctioneer introduced him!"

Zhu Tan laughed dryly and said, "Bu Chunzai, there is no such master! There is no such master at all. It takes at most three or two days to make glass. Even if the glass wine set is a bit complicated to make, it only takes six or seven days including the time to make the mold.

What has been going on for more than 20 years?
This Zhao Chunlai is too boastful. I will tell him later that 10 years of hard work is a lot, 20 years is really too much. It is not a valuable thing in the first place. It is just a batch sold in advance to deceive these rich people! It is to let these rich people enjoy it first!

In the future, this glass will probably be used as windows for the people of our Ming Dynasty!

It’s not precious at all.”

Zhu Yuanzhang:
My goodness, isn’t this purely dirty money?
Zhao Chunlai heard that everyone was a little dissatisfied, and he also knew that he was indeed too slow.

He could only smile bitterly and said, "I am really sorry, dear guests. This glassware is indeed too precious and valuable, so it made me excited and I said a few more words! I'm sorry!

Of course, I would like to add a few final words here. ”

When everyone heard this, they almost went berserk!

Many people felt the urge to leave immediately.

But then I thought, since I've come all this way and waited for so long, if I just leave, wouldn't all my waiting be in vain?

In any case, you have to look at the reserve price and see how much this thing actually sells for. Even if you don't buy it, you can say that you have seen the world!
So everyone had to sit here patiently and listen to what Zhao Chun had to say.

Some people with dark minds even thought about ordering people to break Zhao Chunlai's legs after the auction! This bastard is so infuriating, he has been keeping everyone on suspense.

Zhao Chunlai cleared his throat and said respectfully: "This set of glass wine utensils is produced by Lu Wangfan!

It was made by order of His Royal Highness Prince Lu!
His Royal Highness Prince Lu is so filial that the first time he saw the wine utensils, he sent them to the Forbidden City of our Ming Dynasty!
Our Majesty also saw this wine vessel, liked it very much, and used it too!"

The words fell.

The whole place was shocked.

Although the people present were rich, most of them were still commoners, and only a few of them were wealthy businessmen who had obtained official positions!
On weekdays, I have to bow and nod when I see those officials.

As for the great Emperor Hongwu, to them, he was an even higher and more illusory existence.

Not to mention having seen or heard of it, I’ve never even thought about it on a daily basis!

Okay, but now, this set of glass wine utensils in front of you is said to be the same glass wine utensils used by Emperor Hongwu!

Then the value of the glass wine set in front of you is extraordinary.

If I use it myself, wouldn't I be able to have a connection with the illusory imperial power?

Just thinking about it makes my heart boil!
Suddenly someone frowned and asked, "If His Majesty has used this wine vessel before, wouldn't it be an act of usurpation if we use it again?

You are so brave!

Isn't this deceiving the emperor? Do you want to die yourself and take us with you?"

Hear this.

The whole audience was shocked!

They suddenly remembered this incident. That's right, how could they touch the things used by the emperor? That would be courting death!
Don't even bother looking at it, let alone touching it!
They are all things that bring disaster and trouble, why are you curious about them?
Many people had already given up when they thought of this, and even their eyes began to drift towards the exit.

Zhao Chunlai became very anxious when he saw this.

If I fail this auction, not earning any compensation will be a small matter, but making His Royal Highness Prince Lu unhappy will be a big deal!

By then, you won’t even know how you died!

Think of this.

Zhao Chunlai hurriedly said: "Everyone! Everyone! Don't be anxious!
This wine vessel is by no means an overstep!
Think about it, everyone.
Who is selling this glass wine set?

Lu Shang Salt Store!

Behind the Lushang Salt Company is His Royal Highness the Prince of Lu!

Can he do something beyond his rights?"

did not expect.

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone became even more panicked!

"Yes! How could you forget His Royal Highness Prince Lu! If it's what he sells, it may not be reliable!"

"That's right! Everyone in the world knows that His Royal Highness Prince Lu is the most courageous and has never had any taboos!"

"If His Royal Highness Prince Lu did something ridiculous, I have no doubt about it!"

"Hiss! It's too dangerous! No, we can't take this thing! It might bring disaster to our family!"

at this time.

The box was filled with discussions from the crowd.

Extremely clear.

Zhu Yuanzhang was listening to the discussions in the box and couldn't help but look at Zhu Tan.

"Old Ten, look at your reputation on a daily basis! Even in the mouths of these lowly merchants, it's so bad!"

Zhu Biao couldn't help but sigh and said, "I guess the auctioneer didn't expect this situation."

Zhu Tan was even more speechless.

Has my reputation become so bad without me noticing?

These businessmen have no faith in themselves.
Zhao Chunlai saw that the situation was almost out of control.

I couldn't help but say, "Everyone! Even if His Royal Highness Prince Lu doesn't have any guarantees, today's auction has spread all over the world! We have already notified the government about the relevant auction items, and the government hasn't said anything wrong, so what are you afraid of!

And the so-called usurpation refers to the use of things that are specifically stipulated by the royal family!

For example, bright yellow clothing, decorations with carved dragons and phoenixes, etc.
Nowadays, there are no royal regulations on glass wine utensils, so anyone can buy them!

Please rest assured about this!"

Everyone heard this.

I felt a little relieved just now.

The thought of buying this wine set immediately makes me want to buy it.

Many people were reluctant to leave. In fact, the commotion just now was the result of someone trying to take advantage of the situation.

They hoped that the scene would become chaotic and even scare away a large group of merchants. In this way, the price of the glass wine utensils would be cheaper.

These businessmen are smarter than monkeys, how could they not know what usurpation means!
Zhao Chunlai wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

I warned myself secretly in my heart.

From now on, you can never say that everything was ordered by His Royal Highness Prince Lu!
His Royal Highness Prince Lu’s reputation is truly terrible!

Originally, some people believed that this thing was not against the rules, but once it was under the banner of His Royal Highness Prince Lu, it seemed to be inseparable from violating the rules!
This is a taboo in the industry and must never be committed again!
Soon, in everyone's expectation.

Zhao Chunlai said: "The starting price of this set of glass wine utensils is 5000 taels of silver!
You can make your bids now. The minimum bid for each bid is two thousand taels of silver, and the maximum is one hundred thousand taels of silver!
Because this transaction is related to the Prince of Lu, the money used in the transaction can be banknotes or gold and silver!
I absolutely do not recommend you to trade with gold and silver! Even if you trade with gold and silver, you can save about one hundred and one hundred yuan in fees."

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this in the box, he couldn't help but glare at Zhu Tan fiercely.

"You bastard, aren't you suggesting that they use gold and silver? You're clearly encouraging them!
Give them a 100% reduction in handling fees!

This is really unreasonable. "

Zhu Tan coughed dryly and said, "Father, I have never said that you cannot use Ming Dynasty treasure notes. Please don't wrongly accuse me."

Zhu Yuanzhang snorted, "Just because you dislike our Ming Dynasty treasure notes so much, I have to punish you by giving us an extra 10%!
What happened between the Crown Prince and Jiang Li just now was just a joke, but you must give up this one point!
We want 60%, and you can only take 40%!

snort! "

Zhu Tan smiled bitterly.

"My son obeys the order!"

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard Zhu Tan's agreement, he immediately smiled.

There is no way, a penny can make a hero fall!

Old Zhu now suddenly found that as an emperor, the money he spent was getting less and less!

Even though the Ministry of Revenue has earned several times more than before, it is still far from enough to spend!
Under the current circumstances, Lao Zhu has to find ways to make money in order to realize his grand ambitions!
In Zhu Yuanzhang's mind, the future Ming Dynasty will far surpass the previous Ming Dynasty!

suddenly.

Zhu Yuanzhang could not help but frown and said: “This set of wine utensils has been introduced for so long, and even I have been carried out to raise the price for him, why is the starting price only 5000 taels of silver?
How confusing!

The price must be 5 taels at least!"

When Zhu Biao heard this, he couldn't help but twitch his mouth.

Fifty thousand taels?
Father, you are so bold!

Even if the wine utensils were made of real gold, crystal, or even jade, they would still be far from being able to be sold at the high price of 5000 taels of silver!

Zhu Biao felt that the current price was just right. If he had set the price at 50,000 taels of silver like his father did, wouldn't all the merchants have been scared away?
Thinking of this, Zhu Biao said softly: "Father, 5000 taels of silver is not a small amount. After all, this is just a set of wine utensils!

If these 5000 taels of silver were placed in Yingtian Prefecture, they would be enough to buy a house."

Before Zhu Yuanzhang could say anything, Zhu Tan smiled and said, "Don't worry, father. I have already asked my subordinates to prepare everything.
He must at least raise the price to 30 taels!

The reason why we shouted out five thousand taels at the beginning was mainly to stimulate everyone, let them bid more and feel the fun of it. If we shout out the price later, we will become even more irrational and brainless!
Don't worry, Father. I estimate that this set of wine utensils can be sold for at least 30 taels of silver!"

Hearing this, not only Zhu Biao was shocked, but even Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't sit still!
"Old Ten, 30 taels of silver? You are too cruel! Are these merchants fools? How could they spend 30 taels of silver on such a thing? That's too stupid!"

Zhu Tan laughed dryly and said, "All the agents I prepared are experts, and this glass auction is the first time, after all, those who come to participate in the auction are all from prominent backgrounds. To be honest, the money they have is not much.
As long as they really want to buy it, this glass wine set will definitely be sold at a sky-high price in the end!"

When Zhu Biao heard this, he couldn't help but shook his head.

"I just can't understand it!"

Zhu Yuanzhang's face was filled with joy.

"We don't understand it either, but we know that silver is good. Let them bid and rob. Let's work hard!"

at this time.

As Zhao Chunlai called out the price.

Sure enough, the scene instantly became lively!

"One hundred and five thousand taels!"

The first quotation directly reached the upper limit of the price increase.

And after a brief silence.

The price quoted instantly ignited the atmosphere in the venue.

"One hundred and fifty thousand taels!"

Then someone was not willing to be outdone and raised the price by more than 4 taels of silver!
"One hundred and eighty thousand taels!"

suddenly.

Someone lazily said: “Why do they raise the price so much? It’s really a lot of effort!
Such a nice set of wine utensils, but it was something that Your Majesty also admired and liked in the past!
It is already precious that we are lucky enough to see it, and now that we have the opportunity to own it, we must desperately buy it!

Didn’t the bid just reach 180,000 taels?
Two hundred and eighty thousand taels!
Is there anyone who dares to compete with me?

No one speaking?

Then I'll add a little more to make it an even number, 30 taels!"

After the words were spoken, the whole room fell silent.

To be honest, 30 taels of silver is an unimaginable sky-high price.

It seems a bit not worth it to let everyone have a set of glass wine utensils just for the sake of a mere set of glass wine utensils.

After all, even a house near the Qinhuai River in Yingtian Prefecture, a large house with several entrances, would only cost 10 taels!

Now, to bid for a mere set of wine utensils, one has to spend the money of three large houses. It would be outrageous if this got out!
suddenly.

In another corner, someone snorted coldly.

"From what I hear, your accent suggests you're from western Zhejiang, right?

Why, you're very rich?

He took out 30 taels of silver just to buy a set of wine utensils!
snort! "

The man who offered 30 taels of silver said proudly, "So what if you are from western Zhejiang? From your accent, it sounds like you are from Suzhou.

You country bumpkins probably don’t have enough money to compete with us people from western Zhejiang!

hehe"

As soon as the words were spoken.

The whole place exploded in an instant!

Among the people who came this time, there were many Zhejiang merchants, Fujian merchants, Anhui merchants and even Jiangsu merchants!
Suzhou merchants have been very wealthy since ancient times.

Now, hearing their own family being despised by these people, they couldn't sit still anymore.

The person who asked the question just now was also so angry that his face turned red.

"Who said that we Suzhou people have no money? I offer three hundred thousand taels and two thousand!" (End of this chapter)