Daming: At the start of the showdown, Lao Zhu was stunned

Chapter 762 Something is fishy

"North?" Zhu Su looked surprised.

According to Zhu Biao, Ouyang Lun's consort must have been thinking about squeezing into the ranks of the Kanhe trade these days. Since it has reached the point where even Zhu Biao has to avoid it, it means that what Zhu Biao beat before was not Quite a few, but it never worked.

Zhu Su was originally prepared to be stalked by him. But he didn't expect that after just a few words, he would give up decisively?

"Yes." Ouyang Lun said with a smile, and there was a sense of contentment in his eyes that he was in control. "The fur goods business in the north and the mountain goods business in the west are all fine. Brother, please allow my family to travel as a traveling trader. Noble families such as the Marquis of Ji'an and the Marquis of Yan'an are all engaged in these businesses. Brother, you can't bear to see my family in poverty, right? "

The Marquis of Ji'an, the Marquis of Yan'an, and others were the nobles such as Tang Shengzong and Lu Zhongheng who were unwilling to hand over their property and land during the night banquet in the palace a few years ago, and gave up their military power to enjoy their wealth. How could it be so easy to enjoy wealth and wealth in vain? Although the land they had previously taken by force was not taken back, and the imperial court came to wipe their butts, they were still closely watched by local officials and royal guards, and they would never see it again. There are opportunities like those in the past.

Their family has always been used to spending lavishly, and they have seen the martial arts generals who fought for the imperial court become more and more prosperous. How can they be willing to fall from the lintel? But without the enterprising spirit, the general cannot use martial arts to prop up his appearance.

Then the only way to keep up the appearance is to rely on money. As a result, these nobles who chose "wealth" spent money like water. Tang Shengzong, Lu Zhongheng and others had worked so hard to "accumulate" the family property in the past few years, but one generation was left with nothing. Empty sign. The family is constantly fighting over these yellow and white things. These people also regret their previous choices endlessly.

In order to make money for their families, these retired nobles had no choice but to start a business. The best choice is naturally the business of Yingzhou and Fengmingzhou gold mines, but these businesses are strictly controlled by the imperial court. Even if a royal relative like Ouyang Lun stalks Zhu Biao, he can't get it. A survey.

Not to mention these nobles.

But doing business in the north and south is different. There is no need for alliances. Nowadays, most of the border generals in the Jiubian land and the southwest and west have old ties with these nobles. In view of the old friendship, we will give them some convenience. , naturally they can make this business.

But in terms of income, it is far less profitable than overseas business.

Ouyang Lun first asked for sea exploration and cooperation, and after that failed, he asked for a mere business opportunity in the north. Zhu Su was surprised and felt greatly relieved. Doing business in the north is no better than going to sea. It is indeed something that everyone can do. However, there was still a trace of doubt in his heart. After thinking for a while, he said: "If you want to do business in the north, I do have some useful connections here... But you are a Jinshi after all. Do you want to do business..."

"Brother, Lun is just a prince-in-law. He doesn't care about things and doesn't care about politics. How can he be considered a serious official?" Ouyang Lun said with a bitter smile, and then his face turned gloomy. "My prince-in-law is not as good as a noble who has lost his military power..."

Zhu Su was speechless. Ouyang Lun's status in the court was indeed a bit embarrassing. Although he was a Jinshi, he was awarded the title of Prince Consort. Civil servants are not like civil servants, and noble officials are not like distinguished officials. However, he had to endure restrictions on both sides. He could not do business or buy land. He could only rely on the few acres of Yongye land that Lao Zhu had given him when he married his daughter.

Nowadays, it is not very shameful for Ming Dynasty to do business. If he really wants to do business to make money and support his family, he can be regarded as somewhat "progressive".

"Well, you don't have to show up in person. Civil servants are not allowed to do business, but the princess is fine."

"Looking back, you will organize a caravan to do business in the north in the name of Anqing. I will find some old memories for you and protect your caravan... Don't bother my elder brother with this matter anymore. My elder brother is busy with many things today and his mind is full of thoughts. It's a national matter. We have shortcomings like you and me, so we really can't let him add to the burden any more." "Yes, yes..." Ouyang Lun responded repeatedly, but his face was full of expressions that could not be concealed. Joy.

After getting Zhu Su's consent, Ouyang Lun no longer had the interest to stay any longer. After reluctantly exchanging a few words, they found an excuse and left in a hurry. After Ouyang Lun left, Xu Miaoyun took the maids and brought food to Zhu Su from the back house. Seeing Zhu Su's serious expression, she asked, "What's wrong?"

"Is there something wrong with this consort?"

"Huh?...It's nothing." Seeing that it was Xu Miaoyun, Zhu Su, who came back to his senses, smiled slightly and said: "I'm just a little confused. According to what the elder brother said, Ouyang Lun is only thinking about making huge profits from the Fengmingzhou gold mine. , but it turned out to be so easy to kill..."

Immediately, he told Xu Miaoyun about his conversation with Ouyang Lun. Xu Miaoyun frowned slightly and said: "It's indeed a bit strange. Ordinarily, he only wants to make huge profits from the gold mine, so he would never be so happy just because His Highness promised to take care of his caravan."

"And for doing business in the north... isn't it enough for him to have the title of consort? Why do I have to come to ask for your approval, Your Highness?"

The words woke up the man in his dream. Zhu Su, who was carrying the dishes to his mouth, was stunned when he heard Xu Miaoyun's words. Yes, doing business in the north does require connections. But isn't Ouyang Lun's title of Prince Consort Commander difficult to use?

An Qing is my father's legitimate daughter, and speaking of it, his name Ouyang Lun is more useful than Tang Shengzong, Lu Zhongheng and others. The biggest difficulty in doing business in the north is undoubtedly the word "comprehensive". Tang Shengzong and Lu Zhongheng had to find some old friends in the military who were willing to keep their caravans before they could do this business. And Ouyang Lun...which general would dare not to give face to Lao Zhu's consort?

There must be something fishy about it. What kind of business does Ouyang Lun want to do? Zhu Su instinctively felt that the matter would not be that simple.

"If His Highness wants to investigate, you should do so as early as possible." Xu Miaoyun said to Zhu Su. "If Ouyang's consort makes a big mistake while waiting for His Majesty to return to the court, I think he will never be unjust."

"Since His Highness the Crown Prince has a trust, we need to stop him before he does something wrong."

"I know." Zhu Su only felt that one was as big as two, and this household matter was the most difficult to deal with, but he didn't even know what Ouyang Lun wanted to do at this time.

This is still his brother-in-law. He can't beat or scold him, so he can only think of other ways.

Moreover, he had already vaguely felt that this matter was not just about Ouyang Lun.

(End of this chapter)