It's getting hotter and hotter. The day of the return of the merchant ship from the sea is getting closer and closer. Zhang Fan is getting busier and busier now. It's not that he has a lot of official business to deal with. It's that officials all over Jiangnan know what Zhang Fan is doing here. Therefore, many people came to Yangzhou to meet this upstart earl of the imperial court.

Naturally, most of this was matched by Liu Shan, the eunuch of Yangzhou Town. But every time Liu Shan brought someone to see Zhang Fan or invited Zhang Fan to the mansion to talk. That Luo Ling'er was always there. In the beginning. Zhang Fan also knew in his heart what Liu Shan wanted to use this Luo Ling'er for. It's just that he didn't refuse. I don't know that this Luo Ling'er's style is really unstoppable. Zhang Fan fell into it little by little without knowing it. However, whenever he realized it himself. He didn't hate it in his heart. In addition, Luo Linger makes some open and secret teasing in front of Zhang Fan every time. And Zhang Fan is not Yanagishita Hui. Naturally, I was addicted to it.

But this is infuriating to the moon. On that day, Liu Shan brought Wei Yuan, the eunuch of Suzhou, to see Zhang Fan. Luo Ling'er is also there. That was the first time Yingyue saw Luo Ling'er. Although the little girl secretly compared herself with her. It's a bit of a shame. However, Yingyue felt that she at least had the advantage of being young. So there was not much hostility towards this beautiful woman who suddenly appeared in front of him. It's just a little envious.

But gradually. Yingyue found that this Luo Ling'er was always teasing her sweetheart intentionally or unintentionally. It her off. Yingyue is very straightforward. Love is love. Hate is hate. Thereupon. That same evening. Yingyue moved out of Zhang Fan's room. Zhang Fan really lived a few days of torment, but with a hint of beautiful fantasy. Although it is always affected by the breath of the moon. But I didn't care much.

A few days after that. Yingyue is no longer angry with Zhang Fan. The little girl is not an unreasonable person. She knew that Zhang Fan was not Yanashita Megumi. I was just worried that Zhang Fan was deceived by that Luo Ling'er. So Yingyue began to be hostile to Luo Ling'er. Every time we meet, I still smile. But every time she looked at Luo Ling'er, her eyes were always filled with disgust. The occasional conversation was full of coldness.

Luo Ling'er could naturally see why Yingyue, this girl, was dissatisfied with herself. But since Liu Shan ordered her. He also has his own younger siblings as hostages at his hands. Luo Linger could only say sorry to Yingyue in her heart.

These are just emotional issues. The rest is the vanity and grievances on the official face. Zhang Fan was very strange. It seems that since I became an official. The things I encountered were things that I had never seen before, whether I was watching TV, reading history books, or listening to the stories of these historical figures. It's like now that he is in charge of Jinyiwei. Originally, it was too late for the officials to hide from his identity. But now it's good. These people flock to Zhang Fan because of their own lives and the money and things that seem to be more important than their lives. seems to have selectively forgotten Zhang Fan's identity. All kinds of gifts and silver are endless. Zhang Fan naturally knew in his heart what they were doing this for. However, he has Longqing's imperial decree in hand. This time it was really a bit of a corruption in defense. It doesn't matter what you send. Zhang Fan did not miss it. And for that side. Whether it was Liu Shan or the officials from all over the country who came to see Zhang Fan, they were also very clear in their hearts. They also understood that Zhang Fan knew their minds. But even so. They still seemed to be happy to come to "visit" the minister.

Until according to the news from Fujian. The first returning merchant ship was to enter the harbor in three days. The owner of the boat was a merchant from Suzhou. So the ship sailed directly to Suzhou. The gift-giving turmoil stopped. Zhang Fan, who was finally able to be idle, was really shocked when he checked those things. Not to mention the huge amount. Many things are items that Zhang Fan and even Zhu Yijun have never seen in the palace. Zhang Fan specially asked his uncle to find someone knowledgeable to appraise the price. The estimated price made several people present jump.

"This ......" Zhang Yufang held a piece of paper in his hand. Above are the estimated prices of a few knowledgeable pawnshop gentlemen.

"What's wrong, uncle." Zhang Fan asked strangely. Except for the day he first came home. On weekdays, I have never seen Zhang Yufang have such an expression.

"See for yourself." Zhang Yufang handed the note in his hand to Zhang Fan.

Zhang Fan took it and took a look. was also stunned: "Uncle." This...... Is this true? The gentlemen invited by the pawnshop can't be a fraud. ”

"That's reassuring. These people have something to do with me on a daily basis. You will definitely not play such a trick on me. And these people are veterans who have been doing it for many years. You can't be mistaken. Zhang Yufang said with certainty.

"What about this...... That's an exaggeration. Zhang Fan was a little at a loss.

"Teacher. What happened. Why is his face so panicked? "Right now. Zhu Yijun walked out of it. saw Zhang Fan's bewildered face. I couldn't help but ask.

"His Royal Highness the Prince." Zhang Yufang hurriedly saluted Zhu Yijun. Zhang Fan told Zhang Yufang his identity when Zhu Yijun first came. Zhang Yufang, who had never seen the royal family, was suddenly shocked. Kneel down for Zhu Yijun immediately. Zhu Yijun is easy to say. Zhang Yufang knelt down when he didn't see him anymore. It's just that he has never been able to change the title of "His Royal Highness the Prince". It's just that who knows. In fact, there is some superiority in his heart.

Zhu Yijun stepped forward to help Zhang Yufang. Continue to look at Zhang Fan.

"This ......," Zhang Fan shook the note in his hand at him. Some don't know how to speak.

"What is this?" Zhu Yijun took the note curiously and looked at it. Said. "One million three hundred and seventy thousand taels. Teacher. Is this your estimate of this year's imperial court tax taels? It's only been estimated in June. The teacher's subordinates really know everything. It just seems that this is without the amount of port tax this year. It's a lot less than in previous years. "Zhu Yijun is the crown prince of the dynasty. Although he doesn't have to care about that. But he still knows something.

listened to Zhu Yijun's words. Zhang Fan felt a little embarrassed in his heart. He hurriedly told Zhu Yijun the whole story.

That's good. Zhang Fan's words can be regarded as a hornet's nest. Who is Zhu Yijun? When the crown prince. The future of tomorrow. And now everyone knows about it. Longqing is not in good health. In the near future, the whole world will be his. Zhang Fan said so. Zhu Yijun was immediately angry.

"This ...... It's just too unusual. Zhu Yijun was furious. The hand holding the note slapped the whole thing on the table. He didn't care that his white and tender little hands were faintly swollen now. Handsome pink little face. The expression was not distorted, though. But it looks weird and scary. "These corrupt officials. Have you forgotten how Grandpa Taizu punished corrupt officials back then? Ten taels will be killed. However, this 1.37 million is worth more than ten taels. I...... I'm going to grab it. No. I...... I'm going to kill these people. "Zhu Yijun is young. But since childhood, he has been very sensible. He had great hopes and dreams for the country he would rule in the future. But now he doesn't feel a glimmer of hope in him. And this word "kill" was also the first time in his life that he said it.

"Taifu." Zhu Yijun suddenly changed his tone. Facing Zhang Fan, he said very solemnly. "This palace is only the crown prince now. Now it is to borrow the brocade clothes in the hands of Taifu. He also asked Taifu to send someone to arrest all these people. The main palace should ask them one by one. And also. He also asked the Taifu to take out the sword from his father. to deter the petty ones. "After all, Zhu Yijun is still a child. It's also a little stunned to do things.

Zhang Fan and Zhang Yufang's uncle and nephew were frightened by Zhu Yijun's words. Zhang Yufang didn't come back to his senses for a long time. Zhang Fan was the first to sober up. Hurriedly went to Zhu Yijun's side and said, "Your Highness." You sit down first. ”

Lost his temper. Zhu Yijun also calmed down a little. With Zhang Fan's gesture, he sat on the chair.

"Your Highness. It's not because His Royal Highness is the crown prince. But Wechen really can't do this. Zhang Fan said.

"How. Does Taifu want to appease the adultererous man? Zhu Yijun was a little angry when he heard his words. Or Taifu is really caught in it. ”

"Your Highness has misunderstood." Zhang Fan said. He stretched out his hand and waved at Zhang Yufang. Motioned for him to go out first. Zhang Yufang was not dissatisfied. Although Zhang Fan is his nephew in terms of seniority. But Zhang Fan is still an official in the court. And now he is about to talk to the current prince. He's naturally very knowledgeable.

When Zhang Yufang exited, he closed the door. Zhang Fancai continued to say to Zhu Yijun: "Your Highness must also know some of what Your Majesty and Weichen said. ”

Listen to what Zhang Fan said. Zhu Yijun thought about it. He nodded and said, "This palace knows something." I heard that my father promised to give the prince forty percent of the dirty silver. Taifu has worked hard and made great achievements. At the beginning of the year, a big battle with the Tartars was resolved. This is also what Taifu deserves. ”

"Thank you, Your Highness, for your compliment." Zhang Fan thanked him. Said. "Now that Your Highness knows. Then Your Highness, please think. If Wechen is really greedy for money. These people have given so much just to give. If you look into it thoroughly. Didn't Wechen get more? How can you care about these petty profits? "Saying that more than one million taels of silver is a small profit. Zhang Fan really confessed to the non-existent Jade Emperor in his heart.

"Then why did Taifu stop this palace from arresting these people." Zhu Yijun asked very strangely.

"Your Highness's mind is understandable. But Wechen couldn't do that. Zhang Fan said. Now these people who have come to present to Weichen are just the tip of the iceberg. If His Highness is now startling the snake because of a moment of anger. Wouldn't it make other fish that slipped through the net have the intention to hide? Then Weichen will not be able to complete His Majesty's explanation when he comes to Jiangnan this time. ”

Zhu Yijun listened to Zhang Fan's words. I thought about it. said: "What Taifu said is true. Hongu was taught again. Just let these people go. Hongu was a little unwilling. There's no other way. ”

Zhang Fan shook his head. said: "Your Highness." Wechen didn't think he needed to care so much about these things. Instead, you should be happy. ”

"What do you say?" Zhu Yijun asked suspiciously.

"Your Highness thinks. Wechen just let them go. They will naturally find Weichen easy to speak. and they have the heart to covet their money. Zhang Fan analyzed. When the time comes, these people will inevitably flock to it. Then we can write them down one by one. Wait until the thorough investigation begins. There is no need to reconcile accounts. Just take the gift list and arrest someone. ”

Zhu Yijun laughed when he heard it. The depression just now seemed to disappear in an instant: "Taifu is really a good strategy." Case. The palace will no longer ask about it. ”

Zhang Fan heard him say this. That's when I put my mind at ease. It's just that he doesn't know. Today's incident still touched Zhu Yijun very much. The most direct impact is to wait until Zhu Yijun ascends the throne. I admire Hai Jui very much. Although there is no contradiction between Hai Rui and Zhang Fan. But Hai Jui really didn't have any friends in the court. And Zhang Fan's teacher Zhang Juzheng didn't like Hai Rui very much. Zhu Yijun. That is, the later Wanli Emperor wanted to promote Hai Rui many times. But they were all blocked by Zhang Juzheng, who was already the first assistant of the cabinet at that time. That's it. Wanli also looks for Zhang Fan every day to think about Zhang Juzheng. Zhang Juzheng's side asked Zhang Fan, who had the best relationship with Wanli, to dispel his mind of using Hai Rui all day long. This really annoyed Zhang Fan for a long time. And after he learned the reason from Wanli's mouth. He regretted that he hadn't been able to persuade him a few more words today.

"Your Highness. There is no way around it. Zhang Fan said. If you don't. How can these people take the bait?

"It's just that this palace is another thing that is unknown." Zhu Yijun said.

"Your Highness, please ask." Zhang Fan said.

"Taifu was born as a scholar. It's the second Jinshi in my dynasty who is in the middle of the three yuan. Zhu Yijun tilted his head. There seems to be something I can't figure out. "Taifu read through the books of the sages. The days of being an official in the court are not long. And most of the time is away. It has not been officialdom for a long time. Why is there such a plan? ”

"This ......" Zhang Fan was a little speechless. Could it be that he told him that he would not be able to see too much in the future of thick black learning? Half a day. Zhang Fan came up with a saying. "Wechen went to Mobei a few times ago. In addition, Weichen Taishan is also a general in the army. Let Weichen read a few more books on the art of war or something. Wechen just used the strategy of the art of war here this time. ”

"Wonderful. Taifu's move is really a second. Zhu Yijun said with a smile. Hongu once told his father. The decision I don't regret the most in this life is to worship Taifu. In the future, there are more things to ask the Taifu about in this palace. ”

Wechen was terrified. Wechen must know everything. Zhang Fan said. But somehow in my heart. After listening to Zhu Yijun's words, it was very unpleasant. I always feel that he has a taste of scolding Huai.

"That's right. Your Highness. What to do with these things. Zhang Fan asked suddenly.

"Don't you know. My father has now decreed it. In the future, it doesn't matter who sends what things to Zhang's house. Zhang Fu just accepted it. Self-processable. ”

"But now Wechen is not at home." Zhang Fan said.

"Taifu is good at everything. But it won't be flexible. Zhu Yijun said. Isn't this the Taifu family? Isn't this Zhang's mansion? ”

Zhang Fan thought about it. I couldn't help but say, "That's right." ”

"Since it is. It's up to Taifu to figure out these things by himself. Zhu Yijun said casually. also ignored Zhang Fan anymore. He hid in his room again and drank the iced sour plum soup.

Leave Zhang Fan. In the house**. I didn't even know that Zhang Yufang was here.

Suddenly. Zhang Fan muttered to himself: "What can I do about this." Not to mention that there are several rooms full of things. I'm afraid that those bird's nest supplements alone can kill more than a dozen people. ”