I want to ruin the country

Qian Kang had been an official at the grassroots level for many years, and he was good at thinking, so he naturally understood these principles. But how could Old Man Qian have such awareness, and he only had a vague understanding of what Qian Kang said!

Father Qian said,

"Son, if you don't want to buy it, then don't buy it. Mom and Dad are old and can't take care of it anymore. Leave this money to your grandson!"

Qian Kangdao,

"Father, these gifts are given out to the emperor to save his face. If I, Qian Kang, were still a poor boy, I'm afraid I wouldn't have such a grand occasion!

The emperor has given us face, and we have to cover it, but we can't spend this money!"

Old Man Qian was surprised.

"The gifts I receive don't count as bribes!"

Qian Kangdao,

"Whether it's considered a bribe or not depends on how we think about it. I've been in the capital for so many years, why hasn't anyone come to give you two a penny?

Isn't it because you see your son has won the emperor's favor that you come to curry favor with him?"

Father Qian said,

"Human relationships have always been like this. What big deal can this be?"

"Daddy is confused. Why does the Emperor appreciate his son? Isn't it because he is not greedy or possessive, and his character is worthy of the Emperor's approval?

If the son forgets his original intention, how can there be more money and wealth in the world?"

Zijuan secretly admired that her husband really understood things!

She also said,

"Father-in-law, Qian Kang is right. With your husband and wife's salary, we can still have enough food and clothing. Let your husband decide on the betrothal gift!"

Although they were not very happy, Mr. and Mrs. Qian were still unwilling to let their son and daughter-in-law be unhappy, so they said,

"Son, we are old. As the saying goes, after thirty years, it is the son who respects his father. If you have face, your parents will have face. Nothing else matters. We will listen to you!"

Three days after the wedding, Qian Kang submitted a memorial, thanking the emperor for his kindness and then telling him about the betrothal gift.

"My wife and I have been deeply blessed by the Emperor. Our salaries are more than sufficient for our living expenses. The gifts of over five thousand taels we received are now being handed over to the Emperor for disposal. I will travel south today to complete His Majesty's mission. Long live the Emperor!"

He then arranged everything at home and came to Jiangning with a servant and two followers.

The six colleagues he selected in the capital, Guan Shuming, Zhang Jingfei, Zhao Shan, Ma Zichao, Huang Zhongxin and Wei Wei, also arrived in Jiangning.

It is an arduous task to complete such a large-scale procurement task in a short period of time. It cannot be done without the support of the local governor and without capable helpers of one's own.

Therefore, with the emperor's approval, Qian Kang selected six colleagues with integrity and work ability from his Ministry of Works to work with him to complete this task.

After meeting everyone, Qian Kang went straight to pay a visit to Zhao Dezhe, the Governor-General of Liangjiang.

Zhao Dezhe had already received the emperor's edict to fully cooperate with Qian Kang's procurement, so naturally he did not hesitate.

Although Qian Kang was only a fifth-rank official, he was now an imperial envoy and was meeting an official one level higher than him, so Zhao Dezhe still respected him enough.

"My Lord, I, Zhao, am already prepared. You, my Lord, only need to give your orders!"

Qian Kang could not underestimate these provincial governors. Without their cooperation, it would be extremely difficult to complete the task.

"Sir, to be honest, Qian Kang has been sitting on the bench in the Ministry of Works for more than ten years. This time he got a lucrative position. I don't know how many people envy me.

Even for Qian Kang himself, it would be impossible for him not to have any thoughts in his mind after purchasing such a large amount of silver.

But Qian Kang did not dare to have any delusion. The emperor repeatedly warned him that if he made any mistake, he would be beheaded.

Qian Kang wants to complete the emperor's mission successfully, which is impossible without the great help of all the adults. Thank you in advance!"

As he spoke, he bowed to the ground.

When Zhao Dezhe saw Qian Kang's frankness and sincerity, he hurriedly said,

"Your Excellency, you are too kind. We are all on duty for the Emperor. If something goes wrong, no one can be held responsible. So, just tell us what to do!"

Qian Kangdao,

"Master Governor, I would like you to select a group of officials who are capable of working with tea, ceramics, and silk and assign them to me. Is that okay?"

"Of course you can. I've already discussed this with the governor and the magistrate before you came. If the imperial envoy has any requests, please feel free to ask!"

"Thank you, Your Excellency. Please also instruct them not to have any evil intentions, otherwise no one can protect them!"

Zhao Dezhe laughed heartily.

"Don't worry, Imperial Envoy. We are all in this together. If this mission goes wrong, no one can escape!"

Two days later, the fifty people selected by Zhao Dezhe for Qian Kang arrived at the Jiangning Weaving Factory where Qian Kang was staying.

Qian Kang looked at their resumes and divided them into three groups according to their specialties, responsible for the procurement of tea, porcelain and silk respectively.

He introduced Guan Shuming, Zhang Jingfei and Zhao Shan to everyone.

"Everyone, from now on, these three will be responsible for purchasing with you in Jiangsu and Jiangxi. This time, the purchase is large in quantity and complicated, which is a rare and lucrative job. It is impossible for everyone not to be tempted!

This imperial envoy has a few words to say beforehand, to prevent you from suffering trouble and risking your lives. That would be my fault! "

Everyone bowed and saluted.

"Your Excellency, please speak!"

Qian Kang said seriously,

"As you all know, the Emperor sold the treasures in the palace in exchange for this silver, bearing the infamy he faced!

If anyone tries to profit from this, I will send all your nine clansmen to Fengdu City without a single survivor before I lose my head."

Everyone felt nervous when they saw Qian Kang's gloomy face.

"Please rest assured, Your Excellency. We will do our utmost to serve the Emperor faithfully and will never enrich ourselves!"

They knew that this was a new upstart in the eyes of the emperor, who had sat on the bench in the Ministry of Works for countless years, with no one paying attention to him for ten years of hard study, but suddenly became famous and known to the world.

Now that he is appreciated by the emperor, he is in high spirits. It is not surprising that he wants to accomplish something great!

Moreover, a new official will make three big moves when he takes office, and whoever gets burned will be in trouble!

But with such a huge purchase amount, there are always benefits.

It's like when someone buys a piece of pork, you go over and touch it, and your hands get greasy, but the amount of meat is still the same!

After settling here, Qian Kang went straight to Zhejiang, where he met the newly appointed Governor-General of Min and Zhejiang, Ji Jichang.

Ji Zhichang and King Zhao Dezhe also selected dozens of people to obey Qian Kang's command.

Qian Kang asked Ma Zichao, Huang Zhongxin and Wei Wei to be responsible for procurement in Min and Zhejiang.

Spending money is much easier than asking for money. The most important thing is to ensure that the goods are genuine and the price is reasonable.

This procurement was conducted through an open bidding method assigned to Qian Kang by Yining.

First register, then check the quality of the goods, pay a deposit of varying amounts after passing the inspection, and finally participate in the public bidding!

The process went relatively smoothly. Everyone understood that the money was stained with the emperor's blood, so no one dared to have any big expectations.

The key is that Qian Kang keeps a close eye on every key link from beginning to end. He works non-stop day and night and is not satisfied until he gets the real situation firsthand.