The Holy Emperor of Ming

Chapter 103: People First, the Court Second
"Brother Wan! Long time no see." Zhu Wusi smiled warmly and politely.

"It is my blessing that the Divine Lord still remembers me." The young man bowed and said.

Although he has a humble attitude, he has the confidence to be neither humble nor arrogant.

The two exchanged a few polite words and the host and guest took their seats.

"I wonder what important matter has brought you to the capital this time, Brother Wan?

If you need my help, just let me know." Zhu Wusi said generously.

"To be honest with you, Lord God, I came here because I want to ask you for help." The young man clasped his hands together and said solemnly.

"Please speak." Zhu Wusi extended his hand.

"I heard that the emperor wants to set up a Ministry of Commerce. I, a humble man, would like to recommend myself." The young man Wan Sanqian said solemnly.

"Oh!" Zhu Wusi was surprised, "Brother Wan, do you know that if you want to join the Ministry of Commerce, you have to give up your family business?
Brother Wan, you..."

Zhu Wusi was indeed shocked, but not that surprised.

What is shocking is that the Wansanqian family has been doing business for generations, and is ranked among the top in the entire Ming Dynasty.

Especially Wan Sanqian of this generation is a rare business genius who has great potential to take Wanjia Business to the next level.

He was very optimistic that Wan Sanqian would become the richest man in the Ming Dynasty in the future, so he was so humble in making friends with him.

I didn't expect Wan Sanqian to be so courageous and willing to give up this family business.

As for why it was not surprising, it was naturally because the news that the imperial court was going to set up a Ministry of Commerce and appoint businessmen as officials had spread throughout the world.

Three thousand such big businessmen came to the capital and found him.

Most likely it’s because of this matter.

"Don't worry, Lord Shen, Sanqian is well aware of this." Wan Sanqian smiled carefreely, then said with a slightly serious expression: "Lord Shen, you also know that my Wan family has been engaged in business for generations.

But most of the profits were given to other people.

It was not until my generation that we acquired the basic ability to protect ourselves.

But even so, I am just a businessman."

"As a businessman, there are limits. I am confident that within ten years, I can make Wanjia Business the best in Ming Dynasty.

But what happens next? How many people will be eyeing my Wan family's foundation?
How much profit should I give to others?

It may seem prosperous, but in fact it is like walking on thin ice. If you are not careful, you will be doomed.

Even if I am willing to hide my shortcomings and keep my Wanjia business going forward or backward, who knows what will happen tomorrow?

So Shen Hou, Sanqian doesn't want to live that kind of life anymore. "

“I don’t want to just be a businessman who is always a fat piece of meat in the eyes of others.

I want to use my talents in an upright manner and expand my business beyond the Ming Dynasty to all countries in the world.

Therefore, I am willing to give up all my possessions.”

Looking at Wan Sanqian who was speaking his mind with a sincere expression, Zhu Wushi smiled and listened quietly.

After a few breaths, he said meaningfully: "Brother Wan, aren't you afraid of making a wrong move?
Nowadays, many people in the world are saying that the court is setting up a Ministry of Commerce and appointing businessmen as officials in order to defraud the businessmen of their property.

Even if it is true for a while, it will surely dissolve in the future.

After all, there has never been a Ministry of Commerce in history where businessmen are the officials.

By then, Brother Wan, you..."

"Haha." Wan Sanqian smiled and said confidently: "Thank you for the reminder, Lord Shen. However, people who say that are just short-sighted."

“Business is nothing more than investment, and the core of investment is investing in people.

To be honest with the Divine Lord, if it were any other emperor, Sanqian would never dare to do this.

But the current emperor is different. Three thousand dares to bet everything on this investment, and is confident that he can win. "

"Hahaha, Brother Wan, I was right about you. You are the most outstanding businessman I have ever met." Zhu Wusi laughed and said with admiration.

"Thank you for the compliment, Lord Shenhou." Wan Sanqian bowed slightly and accepted it humbly and confidently.

"Okay, I'd like to introduce you to His Majesty.

But does His Majesty agree? And what position will you give you?
I can't guarantee that." Zhu Wusi said decisively.

The emperor set up a special investment promotion office in the capital, but Wan Sanqian did not go there and instead found him.

His sole purpose was to see the emperor as soon as possible and use his status and position to deepen his weight in the emperor's heart.

For him, this was just a matter of convenience. If it worked, Wan Sanqian would remember his favor. Why wouldn't he do it?
"Thank you very much, Lord Shenhou. Sanqian will always remember your kindness no matter when." Wan Sanqian said with a solemn bow.

"Oh, you're too polite, Brother Wan." Zhu Wusi waved his hand and said with a smile.

After a pause, he said earnestly: "If you succeed, Brother Wan will be an official of the imperial court in the future.

Although the Ministry of Commerce was destined to be different from the other ministries, it was ultimately an official of the imperial court.

At that time, Brother Wan will have to be careful about many things. You and I should not get too close. Do you understand, Brother Wan?"

"Thank you for the reminder, Lord Shen. I will keep it in mind." Wan Sanqian bowed again and expressed his gratitude.

"Oh, let's go into the palace."

With Zhu Wushi's identity, strength and status, he naturally met Zhu Houzhao first.

Zhu Wusi spoke frankly and explained Wan Sanqian's origin clearly, and then told him everything he had said to him.

He was very clear that being honest was the best option for His Majesty.

"Descendants of Shen Wansan, the richest man in the world more than a hundred years ago!" Zhu Houzhao became interested.

"That's right. Shen Wansan was a legendary businessman back then, but businessmen can't keep their wealth after all.

Shen Wansan died as a result of being spied on and divided up by countless people.

Later, some people even framed Taizu for Shen Wansan's death in order to slander him, which is really ridiculous.

Taizu never met Shen Wansan." "After Shen Wansan's death, the Shen family changed their surname to Wan, and have been engaged in business for generations. Today, they are among the richest people in the Ming Dynasty.

Wan Sanqian is indeed the most outstanding businessman I have ever seen.

He is only in his twenties, but he has such courage and is willing to give up all his family property and serve as an official in the court." Zhu Wushi said with obvious admiration.

"Yes, he does have vision. He believes that I can succeed. He is a talented person." Zhu Houzhao nodded and said with satisfaction.

“However, we still need to check whether these 13,000 have done anything to harm the people?

Forget it, call him in and I will ask him myself. " Zhu Houzhao said, then changed his words and spoke directly.

While Wei Jinzhong was calling for help, Zhu Houzhao said to Zhu Wusi, "Uncle Thirteen, are you ready?

Once we enter Jin, we must not be lenient. "

"Your Majesty, rest assured that I will never hesitate just because I am a member of the royal family.

It's time for the Zhu family to change." Zhu Wusi said solemnly with a serious expression.

"Well, that's right, it's time to change. Taizu and Taizong were the same, especially Taizong, who simply treated the Zhu family like pigs.

It's just right, taking advantage of the Jin matter, to change it." Zhu Houzhao said indignantly.

When it comes to Taizu and Taizong, Zhu Wusi can't speak.

After all, not everyone is His Majesty?
Soon, Wei Jinzhong walked in with a slightly plump, round-faced young man.

"Your Majesty, I, a humble commoner, bow to you. May your Majesty be well and safe." Wan Sanqian knelt down and saluted.

"Stand up, no need to be so polite." Zhu Houzhao looked at the man and said with satisfaction.

"I have established the Ministry of Commerce, and you are the first big businessman to come. I am very happy. There are capable and courageous big businessmen in my Ming Dynasty."

This is the real reason why Zhu Houzhao is satisfied. As for the person Zhu Ye gave him, he is not satisfied, because he is a family member.

"Thank you for the praise, Your Majesty. I don't deserve it." Although Wan Sanqian tried hard to control himself, he was still several times more restrained than when facing Zhu Wusi.

Not only is the person in front of him the emperor.

Rather, this is a grandmaster who has reached the pinnacle of martial arts and is an almighty emperor.

There are probably not many people in the entire Ming Dynasty, or even in the whole world, who can remain calm when facing this emperor.

"There's nothing to be ashamed of, I'm just telling the truth.

Uncle Thirteen has already told me about your situation.

I am satisfied with everything else. Now let me ask you one question: have you ever harmed the people of Ming Dynasty?

I have no objection to businessmen, but they must not be rich and unkind businessmen.

Think it over first, no one in the world can deceive me in front of me." Zhu Houzhao said seriously.

Although Zhu Houzhao did not release any momentum, Wan Sanqian still couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat.

I just feel how small and powerless mortals are when facing the vast universe.

He immediately knelt down again, but unexpectedly Zhu Houzhao asked him to stand up, "I don't like people kneeling down all the time, how can a good man of the Ming Dynasty kneel down so easily?

Stand and talk. "

Although it has long been known that this young Emperor Shengwu, who is feared by the world, is extraordinary.

But after hearing these words, Wan Sanqian couldn't help but feel a complex emotion.

This is respect.

It is an unparalleled pride.

I didn't make the wrong choice.

Wan Sanqian was extremely sober and calm at this moment.

There is also a kind of sincerity that a gentleman is willing to die for his confidant.

He clasped his hands together and bowed, saying frankly, "Your Majesty, I dare not deceive you in the slightest.

My family has been doing business for generations. It is impossible to say that we have not infringed on the interests of the people.

However, as my family has been able to pass down business for several generations and has developed to such an extent, we will never be so unscrupulous as to harm the people and become black-hearted businessmen.

Wanjia Business is a huge business, and it is impossible to say that there are no dirty things in it.

But I swear to heaven and to my ancestors that I would never dare to deliberately harm the people.

If there is even a single word of falsehood in my words, I am willing to be torn into pieces and die a miserable death."

Zhu Houzhao looked at Wan Sanqian, blinked his eyes, thought for a few breaths and said, "You may still have some problems, but I am willing to give you a chance.

When you become an official of the Ming Dynasty in the future, you must remember that you are first an official of the Ming Dynasty, and then a businessman.

The interests of the people come first, and the interests of the court come second. Do you understand?"

Wan Sanqian, who breathed a sigh of relief, was stunned again.

Is what your majesty said true?

The interests of the people come first, and the interests of the court come second!
But there seems to be no need for Your Majesty to speak sarcastically.

Suddenly, an inexplicable heat rose in his heart.

I really didn't make the wrong choice.

"Thank you for your teachings, Your Majesty. I will remember them and act accordingly for the rest of my life." Wan Sanqian said solemnly.

(Regarding the protagonist's mental problems, I don't think it's necessary to say so much. He is not completely ignorant. He can fight wars and govern a country. He just has personality problems, but he is not a fool.

Also, regarding the comments suggesting that I cut the book, perhaps you really mean well, but those that disturb my spiritual heart cannot be kept, and I will delete them all.

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