Early morning. Zhang Fan, who had been tired all night, woke up. It's a bias to say that it's tired. If only every night. Zhang Fan was happy to be tight. Yingyue was still asleep in his arms. Look at that beautiful face. Think of last night's beautiful scene. Zhang Fan couldn't help but feel a little stupid.

A morning breeze blew through the slightly open window. interrupted Zhang Fan's fantasy about last night. He didn't want to alarm Yingyue. Instead, get up and get dressed yourself.

June is approaching. The weather says it changes. Just as Jiangnan is about to usher in the busiest time of the year. A lot of things have changed as well. Zhang Fan, the minister of the Qin Mission, has been in Jiangnan for a long time. But he has lived in Yangzhou for a long time. The officials below couldn't help but speculate.

At first, I heard that Zhang Fan just recognized his ancestors and returned to his ancestors and lived in Yangzhou for a long time. The officials didn't pay much attention either. Yet so many days have passed. Those people from the shipping department and customs couldn't sit still.

Since the switch the year before last. Nearly 1,000 merchants from the Shenzhou Continent could see the huge profits of overseas trade. They have invested in the construction of seagoing ships to go to sea for business. The first year of earnings was impressive. This Ming tax alone increased the imperial court by several million taels. But how could those officials let go of this opportunity to make money? Some of the goods were deducted. Move a little bit on the tax money. Bigger up and down. At that time, the so-called three years of the Qing Governor's Mansion 100,000 snowflakes and silver were all less.

Zhang Fan is now here to thoroughly investigate the taxes that enter the ship, but it has given these people a vigilance. After all, the imperial court sent a minister to investigate thoroughly. Who wouldn't be nervous? But they weren't terrified. After all, there are very few people in the world who don't love money like Hai Jui. Zhang Fan is no exception. At that time, the big deal is to break the fortune to Zhang Fan to avoid disasters. However, they did not know that Longqing had promised Zhang Fan before he went south. Forty percent of the tax silver investigated and dealt with does not need to enter the treasury of the household department, nor does it need to be seen by the emperor. Zhang Fan can be pulled directly into his own house. This is much faster than Zhang Fan reaching out to these officials to ask for bribes.

However, Zhang Fan also has a plan in his heart. He made up his mind. Those who decide not to refuse. Send as many things as you want. Zhang Fan is correct. When the time comes. Who sent the most. The factory guards under Zhang Fan are going to ask who to ask first. It's just that Zhang Fan's factory guards are also the first time to do this kind of thorough investigation of corruption. I feel that I am a little "overkill". A lot of silver is promised. These factory guards are definitely not going to work as hard as they do now.

It's not. The building near the water is the first to get the month. Liu Shan, the eunuch of Yangzhou Mansion, has now received a lot of benefits from those tax officials. The first one found Zhang Fan. To say that this Liu Shan also has some origins. Muzon ascended the throne that year. Admiral Feng Bao was also in charge of the East Factory and the Imperial Horse Supervisor. At that time, the position of the eunuch in charge of the seal was vacant. According to the qualifications, it should be held by Feng Bao. However, Gao Gong promoted Chen Hong, the imperial supervisor. This can make Feng Bao very angry. But this Chen Hong is not a blessing. It didn't take long for him to go to office. Feng Bao felt that his opportunity had come. Who knows that it is the high arch that is causing trouble from it. Elected the onslaught of the superintendent of Shang Shan to succeed him. And so it goes. Feng Bao can be said to have crossed the road with the high arch.

And this Liu Shan is the one who rushed. I heard that it has something to do with the high arch. When Zhang Fan came to Jiangnan. Feng Bao also vaguely asked Zhang Fan to help suppress this person many times. It's also good to rub the sharp energy of rushing high arches. I can be happy, too.

Zhang Fan was still a little hesitant. But now he was not afraid of it. First, because of Xu Jie's matter. I believe that there has long been a gap between Gao Gong and himself; Second. After all, Zhang Fan came here on the order of Longqing to thoroughly investigate the taxes. He also had Shang Fang's sword in his hand. If this Liu Shan is really so lucky. Zhang Fan will not show mercy to his subordinates.

"Your Excellency. The contemptible Yangzhou town guards the eunuch Liu Shan. See the Minister of the Imperial Mission, the Loyal and Brave Uncle. Liu Shan entered Zhang's mansion. He saluted Zhang Fan very respectfully.

"Why does my father-in-law need such a big gift. Hurry up, please. Zhang Fan was also very polite and hurriedly asked Liu Shan to take a seat. A large number of Liu Shan in front of him. Zhang Fan found out. It's a pity that this eunuch in his thirties is really a good skin. This Liu Shan looks like a beautiful man. Zhang Fan is more than ten years younger than him. It's all a little self-ashamed. though he is a pure eunuch. However, Liu Shan, who is dressed in regular clothes, is now dressed as a literati and ink writer. The eyebrows are spring-like, and the corners of the mouth are crispy. It feels a little bewitching. Zhang Fan even secretly thought about it viciously. Maybe this Liu Shan climbed into someone else's bed. So many years ago, he sat in the position of a eunuch guarding a town. After all, there was a strong male style in the Ming Dynasty. And that's what it looks like. Let Zhang Fan have to think like this.

"My lord has been coming to Yangzhou for a long time. I heard that the adults were busy with official business. Don't dare to come and disturb. Liu Shan's voice is also very good. Plus flattery. It made Zhang Fan shudder a little. "It wasn't until today that the despicable came to the door. There have been places. I hope you will forgive me. ”

"My father-in-law is very polite. This official also went out to patrol Jiangnan on behalf of His Majesty. I didn't want to bother local officials. Zhang Fan said.

"Your Excellency's words are not true. Since my lord is visiting Jiangnan on behalf of His Majesty. Naturally, we, the local officials, also want to contact the adults. It's also good for adults to know something local. Liu Shan said. Forthwith. He ordered many things to be brought in.

Zhang Fan took a look. Here comes the main topic. He doesn't stop either. It was still Liu Shan who let the things in. Liu Shan saw that Zhang Fan had no intention of refusing. The heartfelt smile on his face was even worse.

"My lord came out of Jiangnan. There is nothing good about despicable people. Liu Shan waved his subordinates. Open things yourself. Presented in front of Zhang Fan. Said. "There are some souvenirs here. I hope the adults will laugh and accept it. ”

Zhang Fan heard him say this. Take a look. What Liu Shan brought was nothing else. It's just some expensive supplements. However, the value of this thing is much larger. What cordyceps sinensis and deer antler seahorses seem to be normal. Liu Shan also brought these things. But how could Zhang Fan, who was accustomed to seeing the rewards in the palace, not recognize these things, which were much better than the rewards given to him by Longqing.

"Huh. I'm tired of my father-in-law's kindness. Zhang Fan's face remained unchanged. Said with a smile. "It's just these things. Thinking of me alone is inexhaustible. Still is...... That's right. My father-in-law must have known that my family was in the jade business. It's just that good stones are hard to find lately. I don't know ...... father-in-law" Zhang Fan had no intention of refusing. Instead, he showed a greedy expression.

Liu Shan saw it even higher. Immediately smiled and said, "It's really timely. "Say it. Liu Shan opened a box. Carefully pull out a stone sculpture the size of a pumpkin.

Zhang Fan took a look. I suddenly felt the urge to vomit blood. Not to mention that this stone carving is carved into the shape of a lady. I don't say how beautiful the carving is. It's just that a piece of Shanghao Tianhuang of such a size is carved into this appearance...... "tyrannical heavenly thing." Tyrannical things. Zhang Fan couldn't help but sigh in his heart. Ming and Qing dynasties. Tian Huang is used as a royal product in the tribute palace. Most of them were used as royal seals. Such a large piece of Tianhuang. Plus the color is bright yellow. It is also an excellent texture that integrates condensation, creaminess, transparency, purity and delicacy. Now it has been carved into this scenery of wind and moon. The literati's thoughts in Zhang Fan's bones couldn't help but lament. And Zhang Fan's disgust for Liu Shan suddenly increased a little more.

"Your Excellency. This thing was purchased by our family in Fujian. Liu Shan couldn't see what Zhang Fan meant. Instead, they offered treasures. "Our family has put a lot of effort into it. Got the best craftsmen. That's what this stuff is. It's just that our family is not a Fengyue person. I don't know how to appreciate. It's just gorgeous to look at. Today, it is still dedicated to adults. That's what complements each other. ”

"That's right. There is Lao Gonggong. Zhang Fan said with a wry smile.

"Brother Fan. I don't wake up the moon at all. Yingyue walked out of the inner hall at this time. But I saw that Zhang Fan had a guest. Hurriedly changed the salutation and stepped forward to greet him. "Yingyue didn't know that the lord had a guest. This sir. The little woman is more polite than the moon. ”

"How dare you. This time, our family came to visit you. I know that adults are blessed with joy. There is such a beautiful lady by your side. "Liu Shan saw someone say something." Our family specially brought some small items for Mrs. to enjoy. ”

It's the first time that Yingyue has been called Madame. There was a slight redness on his face. But I don't want to break it. smiled and said, "There are distinguished guests." ”

"Your Excellency. That's a good thing. "Wait for Yingyue to leave. Liu Shan mysteriously took out a square brocade box. Said with a smile.

"Oh. What is this? Look at the appearance of my father-in-law. Presumably not ordinary. Zhang Fan also showed a very curious expression.

Liu Shan opened the brocade box with a smile. A long black strip of object-like stuff lay in a bright yellow satin. Liu Shan saw Zhang Fan's puzzled eyes. He smiled and said, "My lord." This is an excellent Northland deer whip. That's a big supplement. He said. Liu Shan was a little frustrated. "People like ours are blessed. Now dedicated to adults. It's also a heart-to-heart chat. ”

Zhang Fan listened to him. I almost lost my breath. Think of a eunuch. What to send is not good. I just send some aphrodisiac tonics. That's really ......

Liu Shan saw that it was not too early. said to Zhang Fan: "My lord is now in Yangzhou. But it was because he was busy with official business a few days ago. I can't find time to experience the people's feelings. Now the adults finally have to take a moment to relax. Our family has also prepared good wine in our own home to entertain adults. I also hope that the adults will appreciate the face. ”

"It's easy to say, it's easy to say." Zhang Fan said.

The two were talking. Zhang Yufang walked in: "Fan'er." It's almost noon. You ......" He suddenly saw Liu Shan. also stepped forward to greet: "Isn't this Gonggong Liu?" How is it that Yaxing is from this today? ”

Liu Shan served as a eunuch in Yangzhou. Naturally, I know Zhang Yufang. He said very politely: "Zhang Yuanwai." I didn't expect the adults to be the nephews of the outside. It's really kissing. ”

"It's easy to say, it's easy to say. Won't Gonggong Liu stay and leave after lunch? Zhang Yufang invited very warmly.

"No, no, no. Delay the adults and the outside family. Our family is very embarrassed. Liu Shan refused. Said. "Your Excellency. Don't come to our house. Our family has prepared food and drinks and is waiting for us. ”

"Definitely, definitely." Zhang Fan said.

"Zhang Yuanwai. Zhang Yuanwai. Liu Shan wanted to say goodbye to Zhang Yufang. How do you know that Zhang Yufang is ignoring it. Just staring at the lady carving made of Tian Huang. Trembling all over.

Zhang Fan saw it and hurriedly said, "Uncle, he also likes these things." I hope my father-in-law will forgive me. After a few days. Zhang must go to his father-in-law's mansion to disturb him. ”

finally sent Liu Shan out of the house. Zhang Fan, who returned to the living room, saw his uncle standing in front of the carving, trembling more and more. He couldn't help but step forward to hold on.

"Uncle. What's going on. Zhang Fan asked with concern.

"This ...... Which loser is this. Zhang Yufang pointed to the carving. Panting. "Tyrannical things."

Listened to this sentence. Zhang Fan couldn't help but sigh.