I am the carpenter king

Emperor Apocalypse and his party set off, a large caravan of more than 500 people was enough to shock everyone at this time.If it is placed in Saibei, it may not be much, but it seems a bit redundant to put it in Jiangnan.

The itinerary was drawn up, and I went to Beitongzhou by land, and then went south by boat.Emperor Apocalypse decisively decided to lay off staff after reading the road map.This is not Saibei, so there is no need to bring so many people.Originally a team of 500 people, Emperor Tianqi left only 100 people.These 100 people are all the guards of Tengchong's four guards, and they are all elites with extraordinary hands.

Emperor Tianqi's ship is a ship of the Longchang Company, and it is a large blessing ship, which can be used for living and transporting goods.A group of more than 100 people is not crowded on this ship.There is a flag hanging on the mast of the bow, which says Jinyiwei Qianhu.

Before the boat sailed out of the pier, the boat had already dodged. Such a big boat, and it was flying the flag of Jinyiwei Qianhu, it was really not to be provoked.

Standing on the deck at the bow, the breeze is blowing, and the willows are fluttering on both sides. The scenery is very good.Emperor Tianqi was also in a very good mood, with a smile on his face all the time, looking back at the gradually drifting Beijing city, Emperor Tianqi suddenly had a feeling that the sky was high enough for birds to fly, and the sea was wide enough for fish to leap.

Behind Emperor Tianqi is the main escort of this trip, the eunuch Chen Lin who is in charge of serving Emperor Tianqi, and also serves as Emperor Tianqi's personal bodyguard.Although I don't know how he compares with Chen Hong, Emperor Tianqi saw Chen Lin scratching through a piece of wood with his own eyes.

On the other side is the representative of Jin Yiwei. Jin Yiwei is a frugal party, dressed in white and holding a folding fan in his hand.It seems that he is either a young man studying or a son of a rich family. It is difficult for people to associate him with Jin Yiwei.

By Dang Han's side.There were two young girls standing, who looked young and in good shape.This is a special bodyguard arranged by Luo Sigong for Emperor Tianqi. Not only is he a good hand, but he also has quite a lot of experience in the world.Because she is a woman, she can also be regarded as the personal maid of Emperor Tianqi.

Stand on the bow.Emperor Tianqi wore a pair of round black sunglasses, a gown made of the best su brocade fabric, and buckskin thin-soled fast boots on his feet.Holding Wen Zhengming's fan in his hand, and a fine Hetian jade pendant on his waist, he looks like a son of a rich family.

Gently shaking the paper fan in his hand, Emperor Tianqi smiled and said to Dang Han beside him: "I heard that Luo Aiqing mentioned you, and I have been traveling with him for many years, and I am very effective in doing things. This time I will accompany you Jiangnan, do your job well!"

"Yes. Your Majesty! I must be sincere!" She saluted Emperor Tianqi and said in a respectful tone.

Slowly nodded, Emperor Tianqi looked at Chen Lin on the side again, and said with a smile: "You are Chen Hong's godson, and you have been serving me by my side. Originally, I should promote you. I just wanted to Let's see how your heart is, it's not bad, you will work hard without complaining. There are no rumors in the palace. Do it well, I won't treat my own people badly!"

Chen Lin suddenly smiled like a flower.He naturally understood the meaning of Emperor Tianqi's words, and quickly knelt down on the ground, saying: "The slave is the emperor's slave, so I should do my best for the emperor!" He is still young, and there will be many opportunities in the future, the most important thing now is Gain the trust of Emperor Apocalypse.

As long as you have the trust of the emperor.This power came naturally.I am a eunuch, which is different from those civil servants.My godfather is deeply trusted by the emperor, and I will definitely have that day too.

Another person came out of the cabin. This was an older man who looked to be in his 50s.Wearing a gown.He is full of elegance and looks like a teacher.This person was none other than Yuan Keli who had just returned from Yunnan.

As if remembering the title just now, Emperor Tianqi frowned slightly, and said in a deep voice: "From now on, I am your young boss. Yuan Aiqing is the housekeeper, Mr. Dangqian Accountant, Chen Lin is the servant, and the two girls are maids. Dressed up!"

Several people glanced at each other, all bowed to Emperor Tianqi, and said, "Yes, my lord!"

Nodding in satisfaction, Emperor Tianqi turned his gaze to Yuan Keli, and said with a smile: "Mr. Yuan, it is really difficult for you to follow me to the south just after returning from Yunnan. If you are tired, go inside and have a rest!"

Yuan Keli did not expect that he would receive such an errand, and when Emperor Tianqi found him, he was also taken aback.But then there was ecstasy, after all, such a good thing is not often encountered.

Just about to bow and salute, seeing Emperor Tianqi winking at him, Yuan Keli naturally understood.He arched his hands to Emperor Tianqi, and said with a smile: "Young master, you are welcome. You can go on tour with him, that's it." Yuan Keli got stuck when he said this, and was worried about the address.

If it was a real housekeeper, he would naturally call himself an old slave, obviously Yuan Keli couldn't say it.You can't say me, it's not appropriate to call me a student.

"Mr. is an old man in the mansion. He is highly respected. Just call yourself me!" Emperor Tianqi smiled, but he didn't expect to be stumped by a title, so he said with a smile.

"Yes, son! It's my blessing to be able to come out with you!" Yuan Keli was obviously not good at flattering. After saying this sentence, he didn't have anything to say, his face flushed red, and he looked at Emperor Tianqi in embarrassment.

Smiling and waving his hands, Emperor Tianqi said in a brisk tone: "Mr. Yuan, everyone has something they are good at. Mr. has good plans and ambitions, and it is enough to do things for the court. If you want to flatter, let them come Say it! Not only is it well said, but I also feel comfortable listening to it!" Emperor Tianqi pointed to Chen Lin who was on the side.

Yuan Yingtai heaved a sigh of relief, bowed to Emperor Tianqi and said, "Master Shengming!"

On the other hand, when Chen Lin heard Emperor Tianqi say this about himself, a smile appeared on his face, with a proud look on his face.This is the difference between a eunuch and a civil official. If Emperor Tianqi said this about a civil official, he probably committed suicide when he returned.But the eunuch felt that this was a very honorable thing, that Emperor Tianqi was praising himself.

Not far away, Emperor Tianqi and his party arrived at the tax customs. Emperor Tianqi was surprised that his ship did not collect taxes, and no one came up to inquire.Looking at the ships in front of them, most of the officers and soldiers who collected taxes passed by with a glance.

"Mr. Yuan, what's going on here? Isn't this the place where taxes are collected? Why is no one collecting taxes?" Emperor Tianqi frowned and looked at the customs office, with a deep puzzlement on his face, hesitantly asked.

Seeing that Yuan Keli was about to speak, Emperor Tianqi seemed to think of something, and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Yuan, there are so many people in the family, do you know why I asked you to come with me?"

Yuan Keli shook his head, and stood aside respectfully. He knew that Emperor Tianqi would explain the reason next, and this was not a question for himself to answer.

"Because you told the truth, more than 20 years ago you were reprimanded for telling the truth, and you have not been used for more than 20 years. I don't know if you have changed. If you have changed, then you are changing back. I need you to tell the truth. This The world speaks obediently, but there are too many people who lie, I need to hear the truth. Because of Wei Zheng, Emperor Taizong of Tang became a generation of Mingjun, and I hope you can be like Wei Zheng." Emperor Tianqi looked at Yuan Keli with piercing eyes , said in a deep voice.

Looking at Emperor Tianqi trembling all over his body, Yuan Keli's lips trembled and he couldn't speak. What happened more than 20 years ago has always been a thorn in his heart, and sometimes he doubts whether he really did something wrong?Now with the words of Emperor Tianqi, Yuan Keli is content.

In Emperor Tianqi's words, Yuan Keli heard two meanings, one was comparing himself to Wei Zheng.The second is to say that Wanli is not a wise emperor like Tang Taizong, he can't tolerate you, but I can tolerate you.

Looking up at Emperor Tianqi, just in time to make eye contact with Emperor Tianqi, deep and far-reaching.Although this emperor is young, his ambition is not low, and his mind does have the bearing of a wise king.

"Although the censors of the Metropolitan Procuratorate always submit memorials, they never see any memorials like Hai Rui's. I really hope that there is a memorial with something to say, which can point out the current malpractice and hit the key point Even if you say I am arrogant and extravagant, I am willing to take a look!" Emperor Tianqi said in a low tone with emotion: "Okay, now you say it!"

Yuan Keli understood what Emperor Tianqi meant, and it seemed that he wanted to have no reservations!I really had no reservations, and said: "Your Majesty, the Taizu has an ancestral system, and officials can be exempted from taxes. As long as there are officials on board, the ship can be decorated with official lanterns, and temporarily become an official ship in the name of the official's appointment and family visits. When passing customs, Jiangfang Road, etc., not only can you be exempted from bad rules and regulations, but you can even be exempted from the normal tax on the goods you load.”

After finishing speaking cautiously, Yuan Keli carefully looked at Emperor Tianqi, as if trying to figure out what to write.However, he was disappointed. Emperor Tianqi looked calm, and there was nothing unusual about it.

"Mr. Yuan, keep talking!" Emperor Tianqi said without a trace of emotion in his voice without turning his head.

"Yes, my lord! The commercial tax of the imperial court is one tax per thirty. This is the ancestral system of the Taizu, and I dare not discuss it arbitrarily. The exemption of officials is also the ancestral system of the Taizu, and I dare not discuss it arbitrarily. But if you hang these Flags, all merchant ships that the officials themselves are not on board are all taxed, which can increase the revenue of the court by at least 200 million taels a year." Since Emperor Tianqi wanted to hear it, Yuan Keli naturally said it all, and he has long been tired of all this.

Emperor Tianqi could hear Yuan Keli's resentment not only against merchants, but also against the ancestral system.Although he said that he did not dare to speak rashly, the resentment in his tone was extremely strong.

Smiling calmly, Emperor Tianqi murmured: "A Beijing-Hangzhou canal is worth 200 million taels. There is really a lot of money in this world." He turned his head and said to the crowd: "My lord is tired, go back and rest first!" After speaking, he turned around and walked towards the cabin. (To be continued..)