Chapter 502 Longevity Lock
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It has been the fourth year since Tianjin opened its sea. Last year, the city wall was built and the straight road to the capital was also built. Tianjin's household registration suddenly exceeded 300,000, with merchants gathering, gold everywhere, and the largest port in the north, and it deserves it. Tang Ruji, the prefect, was comfortable. Although Tang Yi was cheated so badly in the past few years, he has made up for it all in recent years and has made up for it.
The decorations of the living room alone make people shine.
The furniture of Xiaoye Rosewood, teapots and tea bowls were all from the official kilns of the previous dynasty. There were calligraphy and paintings of famous people hanging on the walls, and any of them were priceless.
Tang Yi held his hands behind his back, nodded constantly, and made a whisper of praise. Tang Ruji followed behind, his face as if he had eaten bitter gourd. He couldn't hold back and almost begged: "Brother Xingzhi, it's really not my job. Everyone is thinking about your benefits. They just pay some money and build a temple and commemorate it. It's not a special thing. It's not without precedent. I don't think it's a big deal."
Tang Yi shook his head and said meaningfully: "Brother Xiaoyu, what would you think if we exchanged our identities?"
In a word, Tang Ruji fell into silence.
To be honest, Tang Yi is too young and too sharp. There are as many supporters as those who hate him. Every move, someone stares at him with a magnifying glass. If he is not careful, he will attract overwhelming criticism.
Thinking of this, Tang Ruji's forehead was sweating.
"Brother Xingzhi, it's all my fault for being confused for a while. Don't worry, the temple has been arranged to be demolished, and I'll guarantee that there will be nothing tomorrow."
Tang Yi sat down, and Tang Ruji was still standing there, constantly wiping his sweat. Tang Yi waved his hand and asked him to sit down. The two of them needed to have a good talk. Although Tang Yi had been watching the movements in the capital for so long, he was scratching his head through the shoe, and his knowledge was limited. Tang Ruji is famous for his knowledge. He is good with all parties and has nothing to do with him.
Seeing that Tang Yi was interested, Tang Ruji seemed to be pleased and talked endlessly. He said everything.
First of all, Emperor Jiajing, like a few years ago, was still practicing Taoism, and was moody and enjoying playing with ministers. Especially in recent years, Tianjin and the sea in the southeast opened, a lot of silver was transported to the capital, and more than half of it was squandered by the palace. The construction of the palace cost millions of taels every year, Yuxi Palace, Wanshou Palace, and Shengshou Palace, making it magnificent. The whole thing was piled up with gold.
Many eunuchs were also sent to buy strange things everywhere, such as Ganoderma lucidum, Dongzhu, ginseng, and mutton fat jade... Each one is very valuable.
In addition, Jiajing also summoned Taoist priests from all over the world to seek the secrets of Taoist books. The West Garden was filled with cigarettes all day long without stopping.
Tang Ruji said while observing his expression. Seeing that Tang Yi was a little angry, he whispered: "Brother Xingzhi. Are you very angry?"
"What am I angry about?" Tang Yi suddenly smiled and said, "When you are in charge, just fulfill your order. As for how to spend the money, that is your Majesty's business."
"That's right!" Tang Ruji slapped his thigh. "Brother Xingzhi thinks so, I feel relieved. We can't do things in a mess."
"Yes, thank you for your reminder from Brother Xiaoyu."
As he said, his fists were clenched, and he worked hard. It was not for your enjoyment of Jiajing, but for the people of the world to be exploited less, so that the finances can be more abundant, and more money can be used in the real place. It seems that there is a little extravagant hope now.
It is nonsense to say that you are not angry. No one will feel uncomfortable when he sees his hard work being ruined.
But he couldn't turn against Jiajing, so Tang Yi could only hide his anger deeply in his heart.
After talking about it, the Yan and Xu parties were mentioned again. This time it was Tang Ruji's turn to be in a dilemma.
"The six ministers and nine ministers who have not changed for many years have changed frequently since last year. First, the Minister of Revenue Fang Dun was old and retired. It was normal for him to retire, but he was able to kill him again around the Minister of Revenue."
The Ministry of Revenue has managed money and grain. First, the oil and water are abundant, and second, the Yan Party has been embezzled the Ministry of Revenue's treasury over the years. If the Ministry of Revenue can control the Ministry of Revenue, the Yan Party can find out the handle for the Yan Party.
For this reason, Xu Jie introduced the Minister of the Southern Ministry of Revenue Ma Kun. Yan Dang did not show any weakness and tit-for-tat to the Minister of Justice Jia Yingchun. While the two sides were fighting, a mutiny broke out in the martial arts camp. Ma Kun lost a serious point and was defeated. Yan Dang got what he wanted. Jia Yingchun took the Ministry of Revenue, but as soon as he left, the Ministry of Justice was vacant again.
Xu Jie recommended Zheng Xiao to take action, and Yan Dian sent Min Xu again. After a series of open and secret struggles, Yan Dian successfully saved the Ministry of Justice.
Although it seems that the Yan Party still has the advantage, Xu Jie was able to fight against the Yan Party after many years of preparation. Both sides went back and forth, not giving in to each other. Although there was no formal fight to the death, the storm was about to come and the wind filled the building, as sensitive as Tang Ruji, he felt a hint of chill.
"Brother Xingzhi, outsiders say that Master Yan Ge is still a treasure sword and is strong, and this is true. But Master Xu Ge is barefoot and is not afraid of wearing shoes. Even if he gets a barefoot, he will not suffer any loss if he can't. On the contrary, Master Yan Ge, if he is not careful, he will be caught and suffer a big loss."
Tang Yi admired Tang Ruji very much. In this battle between Yan Xu, Xu Ge Lao belonged to the attacking party. His party members were generally young. The Yangtze River waves pushed the previous waves and died on the beach. The metabolism was to follow the heavens. On the other hand, Yan Party was all old and unbearable. No matter how experienced or powerful his abilities were, he could not beat God.
But any victory is cruel, especially if you grab the power, you will never be able to do so without paying the price.
"Brother Xingzhi, I don't hide it from you. People say that I am a Yan Party and became the top scholar by walking through the back door. I fell into the Yellow River and couldn't wash it clearly. I often couldn't sleep all night, for fear that someone would come suddenly and capture me."
Tang Yi waved his hand, "Brother Xiaoyu is so serious. Master Yan has been in charge of the cabinet for 20 years, with many followers and sharp minions. It is not that easy for Master Xu to win. Besides, didn't I let you walk around the path of King Yu? If you flatter the future crown prince, what else do you have to be afraid of?"
"Ouch! My brother-in-law!"
It would be fine if I didn't mention it, but Tang Ruji almost cried when he mentioned it. As one of the lecturers of King Yu in recent years, Tang Ruji has given him many benefits to King Yu, including Gao Gong and Chen Yiqin, who have worked hard to please him. People's hearts are soft, not to mention that they are brothers in the trench. Gradually, the big guys have a much better impression of Tang Ruji.
Tang Ruji also cheered secretly, but who knew that in the past two years, King Yu's momentum not only did not rise, but became more and more dangerous. Jiajing believed in the prophecy that the two dragons did not meet each other, and did not see two sons, nor did he enthrone the crown prince. King Yu and King Jing had no chance to show their performance. There was only one way left, that is, to have a son.
If you observe the history of each dynasty, you will find an interesting imagination. The first few monarchs can be born and raised, and they are always more than a dozen. Dozens of children, not only have a large number of people, but also fight each other and stage a drama of fighting for the throne.
In the later period, the country's power declined, and there were fewer princes who gave birth to children, and even no successors. Therefore, being able to have a son became the most advantageous weapon to inherit the throne.
King Yu devoted his efforts and gave birth to two sons, but both died. On the other hand, King Jing's concubine was pregnant. I heard that she was about to give birth. If she gave birth to a son, her strength would reverse, and King Jing might become the crown prince.
If you follow King Yu, you may be holding the wrong thigh.
Tang Ruji is almost a beastly keen, and feels that his future is dim and he is eager to hold a new thigh.
"Brother Xiaoyu, according to my opinion, the prince is the foundation of the country. Your Majesty will not make a decision easily. Don't worry, even if there is one day I am here, just don't worry!"
"Brother Xingzhi, I'm just waiting for your words!"
Tang Ruji was excited to kneel on the ground, and Tang Yi hurriedly helped him.
"Brother Xiaoyu, there is no need to be so polite between you and me."
"That's that's it!" Tang Ruji suddenly gritted his teeth and raised his fist, "I, Tang Ruji, swore to the sky, and from then on, I will firmly obey the instructions of my brother, go through fire and water, and will never refuse. If there is any violation, the sky will thunder and lightning."
"Okay, okay, God is busy, I don't have time to chop you!" Tang Yi didn't believe in any bullshit vows. Tang Ruji would turn to him, but there were only two things, one was strength and the other was profit!
As a favorite minister of the emperor and a new noble in the court, Tang Yi had the ability to protect Tang Ruji. Moreover, Tang Ruji also held many shares of Tianjin business companies in his hand. The two people had interests connected and shared honor and disgrace.
After piercing the window paper, Tang Ruji became more active, a full dog-headed military advisor.
They carefully analyzed the court situation. Yan Dang, Xu Dang, Yu and Jing were all at the critical moment of the battle. The small court and fighting in all directions. Just thinking about it makes people feel numb and they are a little unconscious. If they are involved, they will be doomed.
How to be at ease in a complex situation is really a test of a person's ability, and the difficulty is no less than dancing on the tip of a knife.
After talking for a long time, Tang Yi gradually gained a firm opinion and said goodbye and returned to the bedroom.
"Where is peace?"
"I've been going to bed long ago." Wang Yueying said proudly: "My son is talking today."
"Shenma?" Tang Yi jumped up in shock, "How can a stinky brat call him dad? It's worthy of being my son, but smart!"
Wang Yueying gave him a blank look, "It's not that fast, it's just ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
"Hehe, the good start is half the success. It won't take long to call people. I have to prepare a gift for my son and reward him well!"
Tang Yi said, and was about to run outside, but was pulled by Wang Yueying.
"It's midnight, why are you hysterical? Let's take a break quickly. We'll leave for Beijing tomorrow!"
Tang Yi had no choice but to return to the bed embarrassedly, turn the sky, and the sun was noon. Tang Yi took his wife and children to say goodbye to Tang Ruji and come to the capital.
Before he walked far, Tang Yi took out a golden and yellow long-lived lock from his arms and shook it proudly in front of his son.
"Damn, guess what is it made of?"
"Gold! Is it iron copper-plated?" Wang Yueying said angrily.
"Gold is right, but this gold is a little different. It was scraped off the statue of the god." Tang Yi put his long life lock on his son's neck and said with a smile: "Ping An, your father is a good official. The people have built a temple for me. Are you proud of having such an excellent father?"
Wang Yueying was speechless. She was so happy that she pretended to be deeply disgusted and immediately removed it. She only had two words to give to her husband: hypocrisy!
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Chapter completed!