The Mint Division is only a six-grade yamen, but it is a typical low-grade but high-status yamen.

This yamen was originally under the direct jurisdiction of the Ministry of Industry, but its casting task was issued by the Ministry of Households, and it was subject to dual leadership.

If this doesn't show that he is special, then he has another point that is different, the imperial court has specially set up three hundred households to defend it, which can be described as heavily guarded.

It is precisely because of the heavy security that if you want to check the Mint Division, Chen Xiaoting must first get permission from the Beizhen Fu Division.

Otherwise, people might not let Chen Xiaoting in, so before leaving, Chen Xiaoting went to Beizhen Fusi first.

After obtaining the investigation permit from Shen Yue, Chen Xiaoting led a group of subordinates to rush to the northeast corner of the capital city, where the Mint Division was located.

When they were still nearly 100 meters away from the Yamen of the Minting Division, Chen Xiaoting and his party were stopped by the soldiers.

Although they are Jinyiwei, these people also have heavy responsibilities, so they can only do things according to the rules.

"This lord, there is the minting department in front, I don't know what the lord is doing here?" The team leader's general flag asked.

Chen Xiaoting didn't get off the horse, and directly took out the official document of the Beizhen Fusi: "Look clearly, the big seal of the Beizhen Fusi, we have to enter the Minting Division to investigate the case and get out of the way!" ”

After a closer look at the official documents, the general flag took two steps back and beckoned the sergeants to stand down.

So Chen Xiaoting was able to pass, although it seemed to follow the rules, but in fact, it already reflected the privilege of Jinyiwei

After all, he or the yamen did not have the right to pass.

The Minting Division is no different from other yamen, Chen Xiaoting came to the gate, and someone inside immediately came out to greet him.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I don't know what is the important matter of coming to our company?" The leader said with a smile on his face.

can call Jinyiwei an adult, which means that this person is not from the civil official system, but is likely to be a son of a nobleman.

Of course, none of this is important to Chen Xiaoting, as long as the other party cooperates.

Chen Xiaoting took out the official document again, and said to the Si Cheng in front of him: "The ...... of the Beizhen Fu Division I'm here to inquire about something! ”

Looking at the captains with knives behind Chen Xiaoting, Liu Yong's heart suddenly felt like a stone, and he said, "I don't know what is going on?" ”

Chen Xiaoting walked up the steps, approached Si Cheng Liu Yonghou and said, "This is not the place to talk!" ”

Then, Chen Xiaoting strode towards the yamen of the Minting Division, and Liu Yong immediately turned around and followed.

Although there are many craftsmen in the Mint Division, the yamen in front of this is not visible, so it is very quiet and peaceful inside.

But with Chen Xiaoting and other people with knives coming in, the peace here was destroyed.

"Your Excellency, forgive me for taking the liberty of ...... How many of you are here for counterfeit money? ”

Chen Xiaoting suddenly stopped, and then asked, "Don't you know some inside information?" ”

Hearing this, Liu Yong's heart trembled, and he secretly scolded the Jinyi Wei Baihu in front of him for being ruthless enough, can this be said casually?

If he knew the inside story, wouldn't he be an accomplice of thieves, and no matter how bad he was, he would have to be charged with not reporting it.

So Liu Yong immediately explained: "The adults are laughing, how can I know what the inside story ......"

"It's just that there has been a case of counterfeit money in the capital recently, and now you brocade guards have come to the door, and I guess that you are here for this matter!"

As a result, Liu Yong's explanation made Chen Xiaoting suspicious.

At this time, Liu Yongzhen wanted to slap himself twice, and he had nothing to shake or be clever, so he couldn't figure himself out.

Fortunately, Chen Xiaoting withdrew his scrutinizing gaze and continued to walk towards the front lobby.

After entering the main hall, Chen Xiaoting casually pulled a chair and sat down, and then asked, "I haven't asked Your Excellency for your name yet!" ”

Liu Yong arched his hand: "Under the surname Liu Mingyong!" ”

"Since you have already said it, then I won't go around in circles with you, I came here to investigate the counterfeit money case!"

"This case was first in Dongchang, and now it is taken over by Jinyiwei...... The first question, has Dongchang been here before? ”

Although Chen Xiaoting's tone was not good, Liu Yong had no intention of caring about these now, and immediately replied: "No, no one from Dongchang has ever come!" ”

This made Chen Xiaoting breathe a sigh of relief, if he had been here, he might have to return empty-handed this time.

"Tell me about your mint...... The structure and operation of the entire yamen! ”

This question is very abrupt, but at the same time relatively broad, and the most important thing is that it contains some confidential content, so that Liu Yong does not know how to answer for a while.

But in the end, Liu Yong still said: "Lord Hui, in addition to the entire Minting Division, there are also Zhong Guan, Bronze Official, and Fan Official!" ”

"In the affairs of the Prime Minister's Yamen, Zhong Guan is responsible for minting money, copper officials are responsible for collecting and smelting complex copper mines, and Fan officials are responsible for making and preserving money fans!"

Hearing this, Chen Xiaoting couldn't help asking, "What is Qian Fan?" ”

Liu Yong said: "It's the mold of coinage!" ”

Chen Xiaoting came here for the mold, so he asked: "So, who is this model official?" Where is it now? ”

Liu Yong said: "Jia Qi, the official of the model, is now in the yamen, do you want to see him?" ”

Chen Xiaoting waved his hand, as long as the people are in the yamen, it doesn't hurt to see you later.

"What is your process for minting money?" Chen Xiaoting then asked.

Now that you're here, just figure out the whole process and maybe you'll be able to find useful information.

Although dissatisfied with Chen Xiaoting's troubles, Liu Yong still explained: "Generally speaking, the fan official has to take out the mold first, then the copper official sends out the copper material, and finally the craftsmen cast it!" ”

Of course, this is a brief statement, but Chen Xiaoting, a more professional book, can't understand it, in fact, having this context is enough for him.

"Is it possible that someone stole the mold?"

Chen Xiaoting's question really scared Liu Yong, and if something like this happened, he wouldn't end well.

"My lord, this is a joke, the Mint Division is well guarded inside and outside, and will not let anyone leave with the mold, including the next!" Liu Yong said solemnly.

Today, he was scared by Chen Xiaoting several times, and his heart was a little uncomfortable at this time.

I finally know why Jinyiwei is notorious, who the can stand such a question.

Although he had already scolded in his heart, he, a six-grade official, still had to be careful in front of Chen Xiaoting, who was also a six-grade official.

At this time, Chen Xiaoting did not continue to ask, but looked at Liu Yong with cold eyes.

If the other party is weak and has a bad psychological quality, it is time to show the stuffing.

Although fine sweat broke out on Liu Yong's forehead, he was obviously not afraid because he had done something wrong, so Chen Xiaoting shifted his gaze.

In the end, I saw Chen Xiaoting stand up, walk up to Liu Yong and say with a smile: "Lord Liu, don't be so afraid!" ”

After that, he also patted Liu Yong on the shoulder, almost knocking people to the ground.

At this time, Liu Yong's legs were soft.

He has also been an official for so long, and he still has the ability to observe words and feelings, so he knows what Chen Xiaoting's scrutiny means.

If he was a little careless, it might really cause a big disaster, but fortunately, he passed this hurdle.

At this moment, Chen Xiaoting restrained his smile and said, "Let's go, take me to see the Fan Official Jia Qi!" ”

"Yes, please come with me, my lord!"

At this time, Liu Yong will never say a word, after all, he doesn't want to be sideways.

Chen Xiaoting still had a smile on his face, raised his hand and said, "Please!" ”

But his smile made Liu Yong feel a chill.