The two of them, each with a ghost, laughed together.

Ao Bai cleared his throat and began to get down to business. "The Jin merchants secretly traded with the Jurchens in Zhangjiakou, sold grain and iron to each other, and regarded the laws of the Ming Dynasty as nothing, would the nine thousand years old sit idly by? In order to make a profit, this group of people not only betrayed the country, but also competed with each other. As soon as there is competition, there will be more choices for the Jurchens, and the price of the transaction will also be reduced. If this way of making money is not prohibited, once it is known by more people, businessmen from all over the world will rush to follow suit. The collusion between officials and businessmen is huge, and the news blockade is very tight, and it is not ordinary people who can move. Nine thousand years old worried about the country, and suggested that the emperor should ban it, but it was a great achievement. ”

Wei Zhongxian smiled and said: "Officials and businessmen are united, if they are prepared, how can they be so easy to defeat?" If our family comes forward, I don't know how many people we will offend at that time, and if we don't do it, we will be labeled as suppressing the Jin Party. Our family is from a peasant background, but we are not as good as those literati who can play tricks. It's a hard thing to do. ”

Ao Bai smiled and said in a low voice: "Nine thousand years old, I just said to crack down on Jin Shang." It is impossible to completely curb the trade with the Jurchens, and even if Zhangjiakou is controlled, there may be people in other places who find new ways to trade with the Jurchens, because the profits are too great and it is worth the risk. Do you know what makes the most money? ”

"Being an official?" Wei Zhongxian said without thinking.

It seems that you are really addicted to being a corrupt official, and you think that this is more profitable than anything else. Ao Bai scolded in his heart, but said with a smile: "I'm talking about doing business, and the most profitable business is monopoly." If there is only one merchant to buy and sell in a place, whatever price he asks, the other party will also get money, unless he does not buy it. It is impossible for a tartar not to buy grain. If there is only one merchant trading with the Jurchens, and there is no competition, how much money do you say this merchant will make? ”

Leave only one, and the fun is endless. Wei Zhongxian immediately understood what he meant, stretched out a thumbs up, and said with a smile: "Good idea, our family has cracked down on the Jin merchants and traded with their own people with the Jurchens, so that they have indeed made a fortune." But in this way, isn't our family also selling the country? ”

Ao Bai pretended to be startled, shrugged his shoulders and said, "Who betrayed the country?" Nine thousand years old can't talk nonsense, it will be misunderstood if it is spread out. The Jurchens robbed so much wealth, rotting in their hands, it was not good for the Ming Dynasty. The 9,000-year-old had a far-sighted strategy, took control of Zhangjiakou, sold high-priced grain to them, and used this method to recover the gold and silver wealth that flowed out. Relying on the economic advantage, in a few years, the Jurchens bought daily necessities, a lot of money flowed into the Ming Dynasty, and the finances will become more and more tight, when they realize this, and when they start a war with us again, they are the ones who have no money to fight. ”

Wei Zhongxian was very excited when he heard this, and he couldn't wait to go to the emperor immediately to talk about it and handle the Jin merchants. This kid can figure it out anyway, and the proposal is impossible to refuse. It's amazing to be able to think so much at such a young age.

"When our family gets so much wealth, what should we do if we are impeached again? Our family is being watched by a group of people. ”

Ao Bai pondered for a moment and said with a smile: "If the matter of Jin Shang is reported to the emperor as a case and spread, it may cause low morale in the army, panic among the people, and even more alarm." Therefore, the attack on Jin Shang needs to be carried out in secret, as long as the emperor nods is enough. Nine thousand years old have so many righteous sons and daughters, haven't you trusted anyone yet? Let them kill each other unknowingly and control Zhangjiakou. With this money, Jiuqiansui should not embezzle a tael of silver in other aspects, and then donate part of his money to Liaojing as military salary, which can win a good reputation. is so honest and honest, it is really a model for the court, a model among officials, how can anyone be impeached? Is this group of people trying to rebel? ”

High! It's really high! Wei Zhongxian felt that if Ao Bai had come two years earlier and helped him with advice, it would definitely be smoother to deal with the Donglin Party.

Seeing that he was silent, Ao Bai asked, "Nine thousand years old think this is not good enough?" ”

Wei Zhongxian smiled: "No, I'm thinking about a talent like you, what kind of official should you be?" ”

It's time to retreat. Ao Bai took a deep breath and said, "Nine thousand years old, I am still young, and I have no intention of officialdom. I'd love to help with some ideas, but if you want to show up, I'd better leave it out. ”

Wei Zhongxian thought it was incredible, he was a greedy person, and he didn't believe that there were people in this world who could be indifferent to fame and fortune. asked: "In order to become an official, there are many people who have studied hard for decades to take the imperial examination, you have such a good opportunity, why do you want to resign?" ”

Ao Bai said lightly: "Everyone has their own ambitions, I am used to being lazy, as long as the money is enough to spend, I am very happy to live without worrying about food and clothing." Nine thousand years old accepted my suggestion, if I can make the country better and the people live and work in peace and contentment, it will be a reward for me. Or just add a little more, if the nine thousand years old can afford me, treat me as a friend. As long as it is beneficial to the people, I am willing to do it, but I really don't want to be an official. Nine thousand years old's current status, I am afraid of impeachment, I don't want to intrigue with people in the officialdom, that is too nerve-wracking. ”

Because you don't want to be an official because you're afraid of breaking your brain? Wei Zhongxian nodded and said with a wry smile: "Okay, as long as our family is in this position for a day, we will ensure that your whole family will be prosperous and rich." If He Rupet wants to be reinstated, I can also say a few good words to the emperor. Huang Peng, I like your character very much...... If only you were my son. ”

Ao Bai smiled: "Nine thousand years old is kind, I have a feeling of familiarity at first sight, so I propose to be a friend." If you really want to be a righteous father, you are hypocritical. Of course, anything is possible if we get closer and deeper in the future. ”

said that he was a friend, and there was a feeling of being on an equal footing, but Wei Zhongxian didn't feel uncomfortable listening to these words. He has seen a lot of hypocritical people, and many officials are holding his feet and crying and begging to be "sons", and those people are all for the sake of benefit. Only Huang Peng didn't want anything, which brought him benefits, and this friend deserved to be really competent. He pondered for a moment and smiled, "Okay, I'll make you a friend." When the matter of cracking down on Jin Shang is decided, you also have to come to help, you can't hide your skills, and you can't waste your own kung fu. ”

Ao Bai smiled: "As long as I don't have to show my head, I will do my best." ”

Wei Zhongxian was overjoyed, the more the two chatted, the more intimate they became, he ordered someone to prepare some side dishes, good wine, and played a few games of chess with Aobai. waited until dusk to send Ao Bai out of the palace. This is how the friendship between the two was concluded.

When he returned to Hefu, Ao Bai found that there were two people from the house, both of whom were more than one meter eight tall, with big ears and tall burly, one of whom had white hair.

He Rupet introduced: "Huang Peng, you are back." Let me introduce you to you, this is Yu'er's grandfather Yao Jianjun. This is her fourth uncle Yao Weiguo. They had just arrived from the south after receiving the news. ”

It turned out to be Yao Qianyu's grandfather and uncle. Building the army, supporting the people, and defending the country...... How did this family name come up with such a great name? Ao Bai hurriedly bowed his hand.

When they met for the first time, Yao Jianjun didn't give him a good look, and said unhappily: "I heard that you went to the palace to see Wei Zhongxian?" What do you ask him for? ”

It's bad, this family is in the south, I'm afraid it's not the right way with Lao Wei. Ao Bai said lightly: "I made some suggestions to Gonggong Wei. This time it was to discuss the transaction between the Jin merchants and the Jurchens. ”

Yao Jianjun frowned and said: "Joke, you don't have any official position, why should he talk to you about such a big thing?" ”

"Grandpa, although Huang Peng has no official position, he is very capable...... Yao Qianyu pulled Yao Jianjun's arm and said coquettishly.

"Yu'er, don't speak, let him explain by himself." Yao Jianjun stared at Ao Bai and said like a prisoner.

He Rupet didn't want this kind of atmosphere as soon as they met, smiling and playing a round. "Huang Peng is indeed a talent, not only appreciated by Gonggong Wei, but also friends with King Xin. How did you talk about entering the palace this time? ”

Sure enough, it is a family that takes the route of military generals, and they speak directly enough. Ao Bai said with a smile: "It's a good talk, the Wei Gong Guild told the emperor about the betrayal of the Jin merchants, this matter is very important, it will be a surprise, don't spread it." ”

Yao Jianjun was stunned and said, "You really persuaded Wei Zhongxian?" ”

Ao Bai nodded and told him about the situation in the palace. The only thing that was concealed was that a merchant was left to monopolize the transaction. After listening to him, the jaws of the Yao family almost fell to the ground.

Yao Jianjun sighed: "I haven't been to the capital for more than two years, is this still Wei Zhongxian?" There is no benefit, and he will do such a thing that benefits the people? You didn't lie to us, did you? ”

No good, he definitely won't do it. Ao Bai said with a smile: "As a citizen of the Ming Dynasty, they all have a patriotic heart, and Gonggong Wei is no exception. Lu Yao knows the horsepower, and he will see the hearts of the people for a long time. If my grandfather wants to be reinstated, he will also say a few good words like the emperor. ”

He Rupet gouged out his ears and said in disbelief: "He also said that I would be reinstated?" ”

Yao Jianjun suddenly thought of something, and said hurriedly: "Huang Peng, a man must have backbone, you can't get close to Wei Zhongxian in order to get ahead." Don't you recognize a thief as your father? ”

Ao Bai rolled his eyes, Lao Wei recognized a bunch of sons and grandsons, making him easy to be misunderstood. smiled: "Grandpa, you misunderstood." I won't recognize Father-in-law Wei as my father-in-law, and he won't let me be my son. Everyone says he's a bad person, but after I got to know him, I also saw his good side, and he was really thinking about Daming in many ways. When I met him, it was just to make some suggestions that would benefit the country and the people. We are not connected for profit, but just for ordinary friends. ”

Yao Jianjun was even more surprised. "You said you are friends with Wei Zhongxian?"

Ao Bai nodded and said: "Father-in-law Wei also admits that I am a friend, and the age gap between us is a little bigger, so let's forget about the year." ”

Wei Zhongxian is called nine thousand years old, if he admits that he is friends with Huang Peng, then what is it? Yao Jianjun thought of this, how could he not be surprised?

He Ruzhong has another opinion, he feels that since Aobai came to the capital, everything has gone smoothly. This kid is really as Yao Qianyu said, he is a lucky star.