Chapter 392 Premonition of Volume C
Emperor Yonglong had already considered this point, and Chai Ke also mentioned this in his memorial.
Jiubian food and salary is undoubtedly the most important. If the amount of money is not too large, I am afraid that the court can be more stable. If it exceeds the imagination of some people, it may cause disputes.
But based on the amount Feng Ziying just mentioned, Emperor Yonglong made a rough estimate. I am afraid that the charter fee will be around three million taels of silver. This amount is a bit beyond expectations.
Although the imperial court owes a lot of food and salary to Jiubian, it is estimated that the generals of Jiubian would not dare to think so if they want to make up for the food and salary of Jiubian at once. It would be quite good if they can allocate part of it first and make up the money within two or three years.
This was just a charter fee, and Emperor Yonglong was not sure how much he could borrow from merchants as collateral for the sea tax revenue. However, he estimated that one or two million silver should be available, but it would be impossible to mortgage the sea tax revenue for several years. I feel unsure.
As Feng Ziying said, this may require a survey before making an estimate.
The conversation between Emperor Yonglong and Feng Ziying continued until Xu Shi. Emperor Yonglong even sent a banquet for Feng Ziying to enjoy a simple royal meal in the palace, which also made Feng Ziying a little flattered.
At least all the chamberlains were shocked. Their impression was that it was rare for the emperor to leave the elder and the six ministers for such a long time, and they were even given meals.
The reason why we have been talking about it for so long is because we need to take into account that once the offshore financing is started, it will need someone with both prestige, drive and experience to operate it. At the same time, various unexpected factors will also need to be taken into account.
It should be said that Emperor Yonglong attached great importance to this matter and fully predicted possible problems. This had a lot to do with Emperor Yonglong's cautious style, but it was very necessary in this matter.
Feng Ziying specifically reminded that when it comes to smuggling issues along the coasts of Liaodong and Fujian and Zhejiang, it is necessary to comprehensively balance the interests and attitudes of all parties.
This also reminded Emperor Yonglong that without support from the army, he would not only encounter some resistance, but also may even have many problems and troubles after opening the sea, such as cracking down on Japanese pirates and smuggling of maritime merchants. The military generals They are obedient and half-hearted.
It was already Haishi when Feng Ziying returned home.
Since it took three hours to enter the palace, everyone in the palace was uneasy.
There are also countless people paying attention to Feng Ziying's entry into the palace.
Feng Ziying has already met the two first and second assistants of the cabinet, as well as Zhang Jingqiu, the Minister of War, and the emperor is the only one left.
Many well-informed people have a rough idea of the mission that Feng Ziying will undertake when she returns, but until it is officially revealed, everyone is still standing still, waiting for that moment to arrive.
Feng Ziying knows that there will be less time to participate in the next thing, but she will still be asked by all parties to understand and refer to it, and she may even be busier than before.
After Emperor Yonglong discussed and understood their attitudes with the two cabinet elders and other important ministers, the formal deliberation process would begin.
The Ministry of Revenue and the Ministry of War will propose strategies and submit them to the cabinet for discussion. Then the cabinet will come up with its opinions and submit them to the emperor. If the emperor approves, they may directly approve it. If they feel it is inappropriate, they may be retained. Another possibility is If the matter is serious or controversial, it may be brought directly to the court for discussion and discussion by the ministers.
After returning to the mansion, Feng Ziying collapsed directly on the bed.
It's too tired. In addition to dealing with the various inquiries of Emperor Yonglong, the key is that you can't lose the courtesy. Sitting on the brocade stool as stiffly, the taste is too uncomfortable.
How can I have such a pleasure as lying on the bed and letting the two sisters Jin Chua'er and Yu Chua'er massage my shoulders and neck to my waist and legs?
"Tomorrow you have to go to Rongguo Mansion. This afternoon, Second Master Lian and Second Master Bao both made a special trip to the mansion and gave their instructions again." Jin Chuan'er's tender yellow beard is paired with grass-green long hair. The skirt was rolled up slightly, and she knelt down on Feng Ziying's waist and massaged it vigorously, while Yu Chuan'er crouched at Feng Ziying's feet, rubbing Feng Ziying's calf carefully.
The nanmu Babu bed is an old thing. It was made by everyone. It was specially prepared for Feng Ziying at home after he turned fourteen and grew a lot in height.
However, if it comes to winter, Feng Ziying prefers to sleep on the heated kang.
Although these kinds of Babu beds are exquisitely made and gorgeous, they are not as comfortable as the heated kangs with burned ground dragons in winter. However, when mosquitoes and flies multiply in summer and autumn, these Babu beds can be hung with silk nets to avoid mosquitoes and flies. Naturally it is much more suitable.
"Second Brother Lian and Baoyu are here specially? What did they say?" Feng Ziying was quite surprised. Originally, Jia's Mansion had sent a message a long time ago, and it was indeed an appointment to go to Jia's Mansion tomorrow, but it was just from the west. I haven't visited Xian since I came back. I just took some time to socialize.
If Jia Lian and Baoyu hadn't come this time, he originally wanted to ask Ruixiang to make a trip tomorrow to send a message stating that he would not be free for these two days and would make an appointment at another time, but now it seems that it is really difficult to shirk.
Jin Chuan'er naturally didn't know the details here, but Caixia also came quietly at noon. Although she didn't say anything, the implication was that she hoped to follow the uncle back to Jia's house tomorrow, which made Jin Chuan'er feel a little bit. Going back to Jia Mansion tomorrow seems to have some unusual meaning.
"Oh? The eldest master and the second master?" Feng Ziying was even more puzzled. It was normal for Jia Zheng to want to see her, but it was a bit unusual for Jia She to want to see her.
"Also, Caixia, the second wife of the Jia family, also came to see the slave at noon. She also talked about my visit to the Jia family tomorrow, and asked the slave if she wanted to go with him. The slave felt that Caixia was here to find out if I wanted to go there. I’m sure I want to go to Jia Mansion.”
Feng Ziying turned over, and Yu Chuan'er quickly put the pillow behind Feng Ziying, so that Feng Ziying could lean on the bedside comfortably, and she was ready to get out of bed.
However, Feng Ziying grabbed her hand smoothly and was startled. She glanced at her sister subconsciously, but Jin Chuaner turned a blind eye.
Feng Ziying pulled Yuchuan'er to her side, and unconsciously rubbed Yuchuan'er's black hair with her hands, but she was thinking about the Jia family's intention.
This was just an ordinary visit to the government, but now it has turned into such a big battle, which really makes Feng Ziying a little puzzled.
Maybe something happened to the Jia family again, and I had to wipe their butts for them, but I didn't seem to hear any other rumors, especially if Jia She had to come forward.
“Jinchuaner, is there anything going on at the Jia Mansion during this period?”
"It's nothing serious. Mr. Bao's studies are still the same. It's just that Mr. Huan is very active in his studies now, but his temper is also much louder. After arguing with Mr. Bao several times and being punished twice by the second wife, Aunt Zhao I went to the master to make a fuss, and was punished by my ancestor again..."
“That’s all?” Feng Ziying shook her head.
Jia Huan looks like he is really ready to study? But this little temper may also be a trouble.
This guy has a bit of an extreme personality, and if Mrs. Wang deliberately suppresses the crowd, something might happen. However, I don’t have the energy to ask about this matter. If I encounter it, I can remind him and make a good relationship. edge.
“Also, there are relatives from Grandma You’s family in Ningguo Mansion. However, it seems that none of the relatives have entered the mansion, but live outside the mansion. It is said that those relatives all look a little different..."
"Oh?" Feng Ziying was a little surprised, but after calculation, it was almost the same. It was a few days later than her return to Beijing, which was quite fast, but it seemed that Third Sister You didn't come to her house to say hello.
"There is also a letter from Miss Lin's father, saying that she is not in good health..." As soon as Jin Chuaner said these words, Feng Ziying was immediately excited and sat up straight: "What about Miss Lin?"
Jinchuaner was confused, "Miss Lin is still in the house. She only said that his father was not in good health and didn't say anything else..."
Feng Ziying breathed a sigh of relief. He thought that the wheel of history would continue to roll over and be unstoppable. Now it seems that Lin Ruhai is not seriously ill, let alone dead.
But after some calculation, it seems that Lin Ruhai passed away this year. Could it be said that he really changed history?
Feng Ziying was a little unsure. After thinking for a while, she asked again: "How did you know about the situation mentioned in Miss Lin's father's letter?"
"It's Zijuan who said it." Jin Chuan'er felt a chill in her heart. It seemed that this girl Lin might be more likely to become the mistress of the Feng family.
But Xiangling said that Miss Bao and the uncle also had an agreement, what should we do?
Could it be that the real uncle wants to marry two wives and make Miss Bao and Miss Lin become sisters-in-law?
Jin Chuan'er thought a little too far. If he really had two houses, a personal maid like herself would naturally have to follow the uncle, but she would still have to go with one house.
Xiang Ling has a very good relationship with Miss Bao, and there is a Ying'er there who is not inferior to Xiang Ling. Although Miss Lin is very proud of Zicuckoo, there is only one after all, but Miss Lin's temperament is not comparable. Miss Bao is modest and gentle, but if she follows Miss Lin, I'm afraid she will also suffer some hardships.
Jinchuaner was also worried about gains and losses for a while.
Hearing what Zicuckoo said, Feng Ziying felt a little calmer. Tomorrow she would find a chance to see Lin Yatou. At the worst, she would call Zicuckoo to ask. It would be bad if she didn't delay.
But he still had a hunch that there were some things that he couldn't change.
Historical inertia is greater than imagined. Just like Xue Jun, he thought he had avoided it, but he never expected that it would still happen. Therefore, he must be mentally prepared in advance so that if something happens, he can respond in time.
(End of this chapter)