Su Jinyue listened helplessly to the quarrels in the court hall.

Chief Secretary Yao, well-versed in the secrets of effective government policy, stood up and suggested, "I believe the Ministry of Commerce should begin in Xianyang City, then gradually radiate to all counties and prefectures throughout the country."

"What Chief Secretary Yao said makes sense. I will reconsider it." Several other ministers came forward and expressed their agreement.

Wei Liao had a different opinion. "This method is indeed feasible, but if it is done this way, other counties will get the news in advance and will certainly take precautions early. When the official business department expands to the local areas, it will definitely encounter double the resistance."

Zhisu Neishi frowned, deeply troubled by this: "This is indeed a drawback. At the same time, facing the counties across the country, it will also cause everyone to unite. It's difficult, difficult."

As an internal official, Xiao He always sat next to the Minister of Grain, helping him organize memorials and record the resolutions of court meetings.

Since he entered the court, he has been working diligently and is highly praised by his colleagues.

At this moment, the opportunity he sought to show himself was right in front of him. He secretly gave an expectant look to Zhisul Nei Shi. The other party did not suppress his performance, but smiled and nodded in agreement.

Xiao He immediately stood up and stepped out of the line, bowing deeply to the First Emperor Ying Zheng. "I, the Secretary of the Internal Affairs Bureau, have a plan to offer to Your Majesty."

Ying Zheng looked at the kneeling Xiao He, his eyes flashing, "Accurate!"

"Your Majesty, I believe that the concerns you have raised are well-founded, and the solutions are ingenious. However, having grown up in the countryside, I have some humble opinions that I would like to offer for your consideration."

Ying Zheng: "No need to be polite, but please speak freely."

"Yes, thank you, Your Majesty."

Xiao He got up from the ground and stated slowly.

"When I was young, I saw a traveling merchant selling children's toys at very low prices. I was always puzzled as to how he made a profit. Until one day, I saw him selling a piece of cloth to the child's mother at a high price while selling the toys. I then realized that he was using small profits to gain big profits."

Having said this, he bowed to everyone.

"I believe the Ministry of Commerce could utilize this method, extending the previous Guannei Hou auction, to directly establish offices in various counties under the guise of overseeing regional authority, bringing along recently published monthly reports, books, and new items, and then hold small auctions upon arrival."

"To benefit the young, like boiling a frog in warm water, let everyone gradually get used to the Ministry of Commerce's control. This is my humble opinion, and I need your guidance on the details."

These words opened up new ideas for everyone in the hall.

Be flexible and adaptable, and act according to the circumstances. Create clever pretexts and sneak through Chencang.

"Great!" Zhisu Neishi laughed out loud.

"What do you think of my servant? Is he quick-witted?" He asked the old man beside him in a low voice, as if showing off.

The old man didn't tease, but nodded slightly, "He does have some talent."

Ying Zheng, sitting on the dragon throne, nodded slightly, and was very satisfied with this "Prime Minister Xiao" whom he had secretly sought.

He was in a good mood and asked loudly: "What do you think?"

"I agree."

"I also agree."

There was a consensus, and most officials agreed.

Ying Zheng laughed heartily. "Alright, I will order Xiao He, the Internal History Secretary, to concurrently serve as the Minister of Commerce, receiving a double salary. You will discuss the relevant details and submit them to the Left Prime Minister for review."

"Yes, we obey your command and thank you for your grace, Your Majesty."

Until the end of the court meeting, Xiao He's heart was still beating violently.

"Thank you, Lord Nei Shi, for your cultivation." He stopped Nei Shi Zhisu who was about to get on the carriage outside the palace gate and bowed to him.

"I owe my present position to your guidance, sir. My father arrived in Xianyang the day before yesterday, bringing with him some special products from Pei County. I beg you, sir, to do me the honor of visiting my humble home, so that I may have the opportunity to personally express my gratitude to you."

"Hahaha, no need to be so." Internal Secretary Zhisu laughed and patted the other man on the shoulder. "You have this opportunity thanks to your own cleverness. You must not become complacent. You must be more diligent in the future."

"Yes, I will follow your instructions."

Xiao He bowed again and said, "Then I will not disturb your rest. I will deliver Tu Yi to your residence later."

Zhi Su Nei Shi did not answer this time. He waved to him and turned to get into the car.

Xiao He stood there respectfully, watching the carriage go farther and farther away.

However, he didn't know that not far behind him, there was another person looking at him from afar.

Uncle Su's first court meeting was extremely exciting.

He inexplicably received a great task sent by heaven, and saw a commoner from a county who, in just a few months, rose from a county clerk to the position of Nei Shi Sheren, and then from Nei Shi Sheren to receiving double salary and serving as the Minister of Commerce.

This real-life example of being able to get a quick promotion as long as one works hard greatly stimulated his ambition.

Wide sea diving, sky high the birds to fly.

He, Su Yu, has wasted more than ten years and has finally made great progress. It is time for him to catch up and realize his ambitions!

Of course, before that, he should first find something that his daughter likes and give it to his good nephew to thank him for his support.

Su Jinyue didn't know that she was about to receive a large wave of gifts from her second uncle Su.

She was now on her way back to Yuehua Palace with Fusu and Gongzi Gao.

"Fifth brother, your palace is too far from us. You have to get up two quarters of an hour earlier every day to attend court. You can live in the palace of the eldest brother and be with him."

Gongzi Gao: "Thank you, Third Sister. The lights are on at midnight and the roosters crow at dawn. It's the perfect time for a man to study. I can get up now. Third Sister, don't worry."

"Oh, another academic master." Su Jinyue admires everyone who can get up early, at least she can't do it.

Gongzi Gao's eyes flickered as he took the initiative to bring up the topic, "Third sister, I heard that your cooking skills are exceptionally exquisite. I've been craving for a long time. I wonder if you could stay for dinner at Yuehua Palace tonight?"

"Of course, big brother."

Speaking of this, Su Jinyue immediately became interested.

"Can Fifth Brother eat spicy food? Little Fourth can't. He loves to eat vegetables and he always cries while eating. It's hilarious."

The midday sun was scorching and hot, shining on the palace road where the weather was getting cooler, dispelling the coldness on the ground.

The three brothers and sisters walked forward shoulder to shoulder, laughing and joking.

Occasionally, you can hear a few clear laughs echoing in the air.

"Brother, this is a good idea. When the time comes, we can invest together and build the most luxurious restaurant in Daqin."

The few of them walked further and further away, and the shadowy gaze that had been watching them from inside the palace corridor no longer stopped and turned to leave.

"Are you sure? She wants to open a restaurant?" A low, hoarse voice sounded from deep in the garden.

Another clear, young voice replied, "Yes, sir, it is absolutely true."

"Okay, go down and receive the reward."

Under the shadow of the tree, a middle-aged man with a white face and no beard waved his hand to bring another young eunuch in front of him.

"Spread this news. I believe you can fetch a high price."

"Thank you, sir. Thank you, sir. I will do it right away."

The storm is just around the corner, the daylight is a trap. The world is full of hidden arrows, so why fear the uneven road?

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