A great man of the Northern Song Dynasty

Wushan is not high.

"Why are you so short?"

Wang Yu looked at Wu Shan in front of him with his hands behind his hands, and said: "A few years ago, Ouyang Xiu wrote an article about Youmeitang, so Wu Shan became famous in the capital, but it seems like this today."

The sky is dark, Wu Mountain is lush and green, and as you climb up the stairs, you can feel the cool breeze blowing, which makes you feel relaxed and happy.

Feng Jin, the magistrate of Hangzhou, was leading the way. He spoke to Chen Ang from time to time, but his expression was not very good.

He turned around and glanced at Wang Yu, who had a calm expression, and there was a bit of coldness on his serious face.

"Who is this……"

Hangzhou is a large state, and Feng Jin also served as the city's shipping envoy, which was roughly equivalent to the mayor of Hangzhou in later generations and the general person in charge of Hangzhou customs and port.

Feng Jin, who was in a high position, naturally looked down on the arrogant Wang Yu, so his tone was not very good.

Chen Ang whispered: "The yamen of Wang Anshi's family came here just to see the world."

"I see!"

Seeing that there was nothing wrong with the world, Feng Jin looked better and said, "Young men must be humble."

Wang Yu was stunned. After taking a look at Chen Ang, he cupped his hands and said, "Yes, what Feng Zhizhou said is true."

He looked very sincere, which made Feng Jin feel better immediately.

How do people show their authority?

Teaching underachievers is a good idea.

——Young man, how was I doing back then...

——Young man, I have eaten more salt than you have eaten rice. I have crossed more bridges than you have walked.

Then Feng Jin talked about his study experience in those years. He probably stood out because of his head-hanging head, thorns in the buttocks, and his extraordinary intelligence.

Chen Ang saw his enthusiasm and couldn't help but smile secretly.

You say you are smart in front of Wang Yu...

That kid looks honest now, but inside he is wilted. If you think he is a little white rabbit, he will trick you into hiding.

When we went up the mountain, there were already more than a hundred people in front of Youmei Hall.

These people were making a noise, but when Feng Jin appeared, they immediately fell silent and everyone laughed.

There are not many people who have this ability to adapt to the situation and prepare dishes for others. There are only three types of people: one is businessmen; the other is rogues; and the third is officials.

"I've met Zhizhou."

Feng Jin nodded and said calmly: "I summoned you here today to welcome the envoy from the capital...the official of the Third Division of Household Affairs...Chen Ang."

Chen Ang cupped his hands and said, "I have troubled you all today."

These are all maritime merchants who are making a living in Hangzhou, either going to sea, supplying goods, or buying goods...

"I've met Chen Tuiguan."

Feng Jin looked at the sky and said, "It's not hot today, so let's take a walk outside."

Everyone agreed, and someone said, "There are a lot of strange rocks on the Ziyang Mountain side, which you can take a look at."

Feng Jin nodded slightly, and the group of people gathered around him and Chen Ang.

Wang Yu was at the back, seemingly careless, but he was observing the behavior of these businessmen.

Businessmen make huge profits!

This is a time-honored truth. How to get these businessmen to act according to their pre-conceived ideas is not an easy task.

After admiring the scenery all the way, Feng Jin finally stood on the top of the mountain. His clothes were blown by the wind, and he said happily: "Can there be poems to record this feeling and this scene?"

A group of businessmen looked at each other, and finally made a few acid words, which made Feng Jin shake his head and sigh: "You are ignorant and incompetent!"

For businessmen, Feng Jin is their superior, holding the power of life and death, so flattery is a must.

After some compliments, Feng Jin's face brightened a little. When he saw Wang Yu standing beside him in a daze, he said, "Young man, are you here?"

Wang Yu pointed to the bottom of the mountain and said: "Wu Mountain is the remnant of Tianmu Mountain, which breaks into the city, with the lake on the left and the river on the right, the streets in front and the market in the back. You can see it at a glance. This is a beautiful place in Hangzhou."

He glanced at Feng Jin and nodded slightly: "This place is rich with treasures and has outstanding people. But a certain person has been here for a few days and also went to the dock..."

At this time, the river is so powerful that sea ships can sail directly in. Looking from the top of the mountain, everyone can see countless sails.

"I looked at it for a few days and found a problem."

Wang Yu said calmly: "There are many ships coming in, but few ships going out. Those merchants from other vassals have made a lot of money here, but the Song Dynasty has lost money. What should I do?"

The businessmen were a little embarrassed, and someone said: "I'm afraid I don't know the dangers overseas. If there is a strong wind, a fleet will sink to the bottom of the sea, and no bones will be left!"

There were also many people going to sea at this time, but there was no grand scene with many sails like in the later period.

Someone frowned and said: "The big food merchants control the farther waterway. They refuse to tell me. There is nothing we can do!"

"The ocean is so big that people who have never been there can't imagine it. The waves are vast, and as far as the eye can see is still sea water, and you are helpless. If you go to sea without a chart... no one can come back alive."

"Where's the Star-pulling Technique?"

Wang Yu asked: "And Si Nan, with the star-pulling technique and Si Nan, you can always go to sea and follow the coast as much as possible, and you can always explore new places."

Si Nan, also known as the compass, was discovered by food merchants in China and brought back to China, and later spread to Europe.

Businessmen are the messengers at this time, communicating with all parties and passing on all kinds of knowledge.

And food merchants are the best messengers. They traveled around the world by boat, gathered huge wealth, and spread knowledge everywhere.

The merchants were a little embarrassed. At this time, sea trade had not yet reached its peak period, and there were not enough desperadoes.

But what a young man, Wang Yu, said somewhat irritated them.

Someone said: "I'm afraid it's inappropriate for young people to say this. Feng Zhizhou hasn't even spoken yet!"

Feng Jin frowned on the side and looked unhappy. This was why the businessmen dared to question Wang Yu.

Zhizhou is the boss, how can you pretend to be a young man?

Feng Jin said displeasedly: "When the Song Dynasty was founded, Emperor Taizong sent people out and gave many benefits in order to attract businessmen from all over the world. This is how the three divisions are prosperous today. If the merchants of the Song Dynasty swarmed out to sea to plunder In the cannibal business, it won’t take long for the cannibal to become resentful..."

Wang Yu said with a smile: "Is the Song Dynasty afraid of them?"

The Song Dynasty was afraid of the Liao people, the Xixia people, and the Jiaozhi people, but it was not afraid of the cannibals.

Feng Jin rolled his sleeves and turned around, "How can you be so harsh externally? Ridiculous!"

China's foreign policy has probably gone through several rounds of changes, from the toughness of the Han and Tang Dynasties to the weakness of the Song Dynasty. Basically, it has something to do with the value of force.

During the Han and Tang Dynasties, martial arts were at their peak, and the envoys who went out were all arrogant.

What? How dare you disobey the big man? kill you!

A mission of dozens of people dared to run rampant in a foreign country. Behind this toughness was the strength of the army. The consequence of a strong military is strong national self-confidence.

Be good, or I'll kill you!

This was the starting point of foreign policy during the Han and Tang Dynasties.

Let’s all sit down and talk. If that doesn’t work, just do business. The only way to make money is for everyone to make it!

This was the foreign policy of the Song Dynasty.

When he was in Bianliang, Shen An gave a vivid metaphor for this policy: a tortoise with its head shrinking.

In Shen An's view, Huaxia has never been the type to swallow one's anger, but when force fails, it can only choose to be weak.

However, the weakness of the Song Dynasty seemed to be a self-destruction of martial arts. The wariness and suppression of martial artists made the foreigners laugh wildly, thinking that such self-destructive behavior was really funny.

To rebuild confidence and change this status quo, we must induce them with benefits.

The businessmen were a little annoyed and felt that Wang Yu had gone too far.

"Who is this……"

However, the merchants were cautious and asked them about Wang Yu's identity first.

Chen Ang had been watching. At this time, he coughed dryly and said, "This is the yamen of Wang Jinggong's family."

After Wang Anshi rejected Zhao Zhen's many appointments, his reputation soared, and now he is no longer Wu Xia Ameng.

"I've seen Yanei."

The merchants bowed their hands in salute, but their voices were somewhat uneven.

This is contempt.

This is Hangzhou, not Bianliang, and Wang Anshi can't reach out, so the businessmen are not interested in dealing with a government office.

Wang Yu smiled and Chen Ang said: "I am traveling to the south, and Yuan Ze is my helper."

Feng Jin's eyes turned cold and he asked: "The affairs of the Shipping Department are complicated. Since you are here to inspect on behalf of the official family, you can go as long as you want. I am busy with official business, so I won't be able to accompany you."

The usual way to deal with officials who come down for inspection is to entertain them with delicious food and drinks, play in brothels, visit scenic spots, and finally give them some favors before leaving.

Feng Jin brought them to Wushan today just for fun. There were supposed to be some programs later, but Feng Jin was impatient.

Brother, I won’t accompany you anymore. You can go play at home.

Chen Ang glanced at Wang Yu and felt a little headache.

Not revealing the purpose of his visit, lying about coming for an inspection, and then observing the situation in Hangzhou, this was Wang Yu's suggestion.

They have been inquiring about the situation of the Shipping Department for the past few days. Since it was declared to be an inspection, no one was covering up anything.

Inspections these days, as long as it's not a major problem, generally no one cares about it.

The people who come down from the top will not be too troublesome. This is what is meant by the saying that the county magistrate is not as good as the current person in charge.

The officials above come to take a look and leave, but the officials above are really in charge.

At this point, Chen Ang had no choice but to tell the truth: "Feng Zhizhou stayed behind."

Feng Jin frowned and turned around: "What else is there?"

He glanced at Wang Yu and thought that when he went out, he brought Wang Anshi's yamen to see the world. Chen Ang's trip was probably just for sightseeing.

As for the inspection... that's just a joke.

Chen Ang held up his hands and said apologetically: "I forgot to tell Feng Zhizhou that I just received the document earlier, and the official ordered me to coordinate the third division..."

The three companies here refer to the three municipal shipping companies in Guangzhou, Mingzhou and Hangzhou, referred to as the three companies.

There is also a third department in the DPRK, which is the central department.

Feng Jin's face immediately turned red.

This is too much!

He originally thought that Chen Ang had come down for gold plating, UU reading www. uukanshu． net was relaxed by the way, so I was a little lazy.

But now Chen Ang took out the document, and he didn't even want to look at it.

The Song Dynasty was still in its "prosperous period" at this time, so naturally no officials would dare to cheat in the officialdom.

Yes, he figured it out.

Chen Ang came to the south with the position of promotion official of the household department of the third division, in order to facilitate the suppression of the three shipping divisions.

He said angrily: "Is Chen Tuiguan trying to humiliate someone?"

Chen Ang thought to himself that this was all Wang Yu's idea and had nothing to do with him.

He smiled bitterly and said: "There is no selfish intention."

I'm not targeting you.

This is a statement.

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The third update is here, good night.