Ming Dynasty: Abandoned baby at the beginning, Zhu let me be the emperor

As Zhu Ming said this, he was about to drink the tea in his hand.

After hearing Zhu Ming's words, the faces of the wealthy businessmen present all turned ugly.

If they wanted to donate food for disaster relief, they would have done it long ago. There is no way they would have waited until now.

They agreed to come, but not to do good deeds.

Seeing this, Wang Ganju immediately stood up and stopped Zhu Ming, chuckling a few times.

"Your Highness, what are you talking about? The wealth of these wealthy businessmen was accumulated through hard work over several generations. How can they just give it away so easily?"

As he spoke, he smiled at the other wealthy businessmen as if apologetically.

"What I mean is that I will make connections so that these wealthy merchants can use grain to buy the land from the common people."

After hearing Wang Ganju's words, the rich businessmen's expressions recovered a little.

Since Zhu Ming implemented the policy of surveying the land and returning the land to the people, these farmers have had their own land.

On the contrary, these wealthy businessmen now have much less land.

What they are eyeing now is the land in the hands of these people.

"The gentlemen are kind-hearted and are willing to exchange fifty stones of grain for one acre of land."

Wang Ganju was still smiling there, as if these wealthy businessmen were generously donating money for a good cause.

Zhu Ming watched coldly from the side. After all, this was just taking advantage of someone's misfortune.

The land in the hands of these people is not bad, but it cannot grow food because of the drought.

Once the drought is over, these lands can be quickly restored to cultivation.

Wang Ganju's move was clearly to help these wealthy businessmen acquire land.

When the wealthy businessman made a profit, Wang Ganju could also share a piece of the pie.

The reason for inviting himself was because he was the emperor's grandson, and he came to Shanxi to provide disaster relief on behalf of the court.

If this matter is to be carried out, we naturally have to consider our own opinions.

"What do you think of this kind act, Your Highness?"

Wang Ganju didn't notice Zhu Ming's cold look and said with a smile.

"These grains can indeed help the victims in their immediate need, but what will we do when the drought is over and the people have no land to farm?"

Zhu Ming slowly raised his head, looked directly at Wang Ganju, and asked back in a cold voice.

"The officials understand that Your Highness has come all the way from the capital to Shanxi and that his food and accommodation are simple, so we are willing to contribute funds to repair the mansion for Your Highness."

Wang Ganju did not directly answer Zhu Ming's question, but took out a box from his arms and pushed it in front of Zhu Ming.

Zhu Ming fell silent, looked around, and found that everyone present was looking at him.

The box in front of him must contain a valuable gift.

Zhu Ming opened the box and saw a key made of pure gold.

Even an ordinary prince could not afford such a precious gift.

After taking a look at the key, Zhu Ming immediately closed the box.

He turned around and saw Zhang Xing winking at him, asking him to agree to Wang Ganju's words.

This situation is probably also part of Zhang Xing's plan.

"What do you think, Your Highness?"

Wang Ganju was still smiling flatteringly at Zhu Ming and asked further questions.

Zhu Ming was also embarrassed when Wang Ganju questioned him.

"In that case, I will serve as your Highness's subordinate."

While Zhu Ming was still hesitating, Si Jin had already stretched out her green hand and took the box.

Zhu Ming turned around and looked at Si Jin with a puzzled look, but a burst of applause had already sounded from all around.

"trust me."

Si Jin spoke softly and smiled at these wealthy businessmen.

Because of that face and the fact that she lived and ate with Zhu Ming, these wealthy businessmen subconsciously regarded Si Jin as Zhu Ming's favorite concubine.

Seeing that Sijin was moved by the gifts they gave her, their worries gradually settled down.

"food."

Si Jin put her face close to Zhu Ming's ear, as if she was kissing Zhu Ming's face, but she whispered two words in his ear.

Zhu Ming immediately understood Sijin's meaning and waved his hand in embarrassment.

Seeing this, the officers and soldiers around also retreated without saying a word.

Zhu Ming's withdrawal of his troops was an indirect agreement with the ideas of Wang Ganju and these wealthy businessmen.

"Your Highness is so righteous. I, Wang Ganju, would like to thank you on behalf of the people of Shanxi."

Seeing this, Wang Ganju immediately stood up and raised his glass to toast Zhu Ming.

As long as Zhu Ming nods, everyone present will get the money.

It also means that His Royal Highness the Imperial Grandson is tied to him. If there is chaos in Shanxi and this matter is exposed, he will be punished even if he is the Imperial Grandson.

By then, His Highness will naturally excuse himself.

"This matter involves a lot of things. I still need to think about it."

Zhu Ming stood up and shook his head at everyone with a smile.

Even though I have withdrawn my troops, it doesn't mean that I will necessarily agree with what they say.

"This……"

After hearing this, Wang Ganju was stunned for a moment.

Your Highness, what exactly does this mean?

"Sijin, you eat first, I'm going back."

Zhu Ming patted Sijin's shoulder, smiled at her meaningfully, and walked out with Liu Jin.

As soon as Zhu Ming left, the wealthy businessmen present immediately moved towards Si Jin who was left behind.

Here, Si Jin is undoubtedly the person who knows His Royal Highness Zhu Ming, the Imperial Grandson, best.

"May I ask, Your Highness, what does this mean?"

Wang Ganju walked up to Sijin, smiled respectfully and asked.

As long as Zhu Ming didn't give a clear nod, no one dared to do anything about this matter.

"Your Highness has seen your sincerity."

Si Jin glanced at the people present and smiled coquettishly.

As he spoke, he took out the pure gold key that he had just handed over and waved it in front of everyone.

"Your Highness is only staying in Shanxi temporarily. This house is of little use to Your Highness."

"This is a promising thing."

Wang Ganju and others naturally heard the hidden meaning of Sijin's words, and their smiles widened.

As long as His Highness is willing to nod, they would be willing to pay a certain price.

Compared to the value of these lands, these things are just a drop in the bucket.

"I dare not guess what Your Highness means. This key..."

Seeing that Wang Ganju and the others were interested, Si Jin did not stay any longer and stood up.

"This key is for you, young lady."

These wealthy businessmen naturally smiled flatteringly at Si Jin. Seeing Si Jin like this, they were even more convinced that Si Jin was the favorite concubine of His Royal Highness the Emperor's grandson.

If we capture her, we can also make her say a few good words to His Royal Highness the Emperor's grandson.

"Well, I would like to thank the adults."

Seeing this, Si Jin took the key back without hesitation and smiled charmingly.

As he said this, he walked out the door.

"You all heard it..."

After seeing off Zhu Ming's men, Wang Ganju turned around and looked at the wealthy businessmen he had invited, and spoke with a smile.

As long as Zhu Ming is shaken, it means that this thing is feasible.

"Everyone understands."

Zhang Xing walked over with a smile and smiled at Wang Ganju.

During this period of time, he has also figured out what His Royal Highness the Grandson meant.

But in order to ensure the success of the plan, he did not point it out.