Rebirth of the Great Power

Unexpectedly, His Majesty agreed.

The face of Shangshu from the Ministry of Rites darkened visibly: "Your Majesty, this... is not proper! The government is involved in gambling, and it might make people poke people's backs."

Xue Chang waved his hand and said with a smile: "It's okay, it's time to have fun with the people. But don't make the odds too high, that's what it means. Then limit the amount of betting. If so, they are not allowed to place bets."

Hubu Shangshu grinned: "Yes, yes, don't worry, Your Majesty. There will be no trouble."

"This..." Minister of Rites wanted to struggle again.

Hubu Shangshu interrupted: "I said you are so young, why are you so stubborn in your thinking, it is worse than me, who is half buried in the ground."

The Minister of Rites suddenly blushed.In terms of bickering, he, who has read sage books for more than 20 years, is really no match for Hu Shangshu, who was born in a peasant household.

Xue Chang tried to argue: "Yu Aiqing's concerns are not unreasonable, why not let Yu Aiqing oversee this matter."

The Minister of the Household Department quickly responded, and then said with a smile on his face: "Your Majesty, I am wondering whether the chess records of the chess masters during the game can also be sold in the government's unified seal book. What does your majesty think?"

Xue Chang scolded with a smile: "You old man, don't you just look at the booming chess book sales in various bookstores during this period, and your eyes are also red! You also have to leave a meal for the merchants, let's talk about the competition in the arena. With mixed personnel, how can we ensure that the chess records will not be leaked? This is not appropriate."

Hubu Shangshu blushed and said nothing.

But Ji Jin said from the side: "In my view, it's better to find a few merchants and ask them to pay some money, so that they can be allowed to sell chess records publicly. As for how to attract business, the one with the highest price will get it. After all, merchants are doing business. If you are more experienced, wouldn’t this be better than printing and selling by the court itself. If other merchants steal the prints, they can be fined and confiscated according to law. Presumably the merchants who spent money are definitely more willing to supervise than the imperial court.”

Hubu Shangshu's eyes lit up, and he flattered loudly: "My lord's idea is wonderful! Unexpectedly, my lord is also good at business. I really admire you."

Xue Chang kicked him lightly, and cursed with a smile: "Come on, be careful not to flatter the horse's legs, and get down if you have nothing else to do."

Hu Shangshu made a deliberate "Aiyo", rushed forward a few steps, stood up straight and said with a smile, "Then I will step down first. I will ask the prince for advice when I have a chance."

After finishing speaking, he pulled up Yu Shangshu who was still looking gloomy, and ran away.

When there were only two people left, Xue Chang sat next to Ji Jin and asked directly, "Shen Zhi, do you have such confidence in him?"

Ji Jin nodded with a smile.

"Why did you make such a big fuss on purpose? Even if you can't be directly promoted to chief, let him win three out of five games with Cheng Shiyuan. Cheng Shiyuan is recognized by everyone as having the best chess skills and the most popular candidate for chief. If you can beat him , naturally you don’t have to worry about whether you can convince the public.”

Ji Jin shook his head: "Cheng Shiyuan's brilliance has long been ingrained in everyone, not only the court, but also the people who love and support him are countless. After all, he is new here, and few people know him. If Cheng Shiyuan is forced to fight against him If he loses, even if he wins, he will inevitably become the target of public criticism. Then he will be in a very difficult situation in the imperial court and in the waiting office. Now that this grand event is held, it will take a long time, and he will have time to go through the victories one after another To win everyone's recognition and love. In addition, chess gambling has always been popular among the people. This time even the government has started to sit on the bank, and there must be an unprecedented number of participants. Even if it is all gambling, the odds are inevitable. It's different. The later the stage, the more people are willing to bet on the black horse, whether it is to win higher odds or to witness a miracle. Since all the money is bet on him, then he will inevitably have more I have a lot of expectations. When he wins the game and is promoted to chief, not only will there be no criticism, but he will also gain more fans."

"What if he loses in the end?" Xue Chang reminded.

"I believe him!" Ji Jin was very determined.

Xue Chang touched his chin: "In this way, isn't Cheng Shiyuan a stepping stone? Isn't it unfair to Cheng Shiyuan?"

"How?" Ji Jin blinked, "If Cheng Shiyuan wins in the end, then all of this will be for him, and I'm afraid his reputation will reach an unprecedented high. Everything depends on ability, fairness and justice!"

Xue Chang thought for a while and suddenly said: "That's not right. In this way, wouldn't the banker suffer a loss in the end? Hu Qing was only looking forward to increasing some income for the household department. If you know that you plan on him like this, you must hold you and cry! "

Ji Jin was a little embarrassed: "It's not a loss. Even if you lose a little in the finals, you should earn some back in the first few rounds. As long as your luck is not too bad, you shouldn't lose, you won't!"

"Besides, I didn't mention him just now, you can make some money with chess records." Ji Jin felt a little guilty.

"I just said, why are you so active in giving ideas today." Xue Chang nodded his forehead and teased, "So it was to make up for it."

"Enriching the national treasury is a major matter, and I naturally take it to heart." Ji Jin said it confidently.

After laughing a few times, Xue Chang looked into his eyes and said seriously: "Does he know that you plan for him like this?"

Ji Jin's eyes sparkled: "It doesn't matter if he knows or not. All I can do is that. In the end, he still has to win the chess game by himself. I just hope that if he wins, he wins, Not only the chess game, but also the human heart. After all, the human heart is the most elusive thing."

Xue Chang took a breath and patted him on the shoulder: "No matter what Shen Zhi wants to do, I will support it. As for him, since he can win your favor, he deserves this favor."

The upcoming chess game does not have much impact on Mu Yuan.He still arrives at the waiting office at Chenshi every day and leaves at Shenshi.After arriving home, teach Tian Yuan and Yan Yu how to play chess.Every three or two days, Miss Luyi would come to visit her for advice.

On this day, Miss Luyi arrived a little early, and before Mu Yuan came back, she had already played a game of chess with Tian Yuan and Yan Yu in the chess room that they had just played.Lu Yi came frequently, so she was already acquainted with Mu Yuan's two disciples.

After Mu Yuan arrived home, Lu Yi asked him a few questions on the chessboard, and then talked about the upcoming tournament.This is the first time that Lu Yi has visited since the announcement of the event.

"What do you think of this match, sir?" Lu Yi asked directly.

Mu Yuan: "Go is a competition in the final analysis. It is a good thing that the competition can stimulate the players' desire to win."

Lu Yi smiled: "Sir, are you sure?"

What she asked was naturally whether she was sure of the final victory.

Mu Yuan: "The game is not finished, no one dares to say that they are sure of victory. They just go all out."

Luyi: "In Luyi's opinion, Mr. Cheng's biggest opponent is only Cheng Daizhao. It's a pity that Luyi has never played against him, except for the occasional few chess records, and knowing that Cheng Daizhao is very powerful. Besides, there is no more information. If Mr. Cheng and Cheng Daizhao can meet again in the final, it will definitely be the most anticipated outcome. I just hope that you will not meet in advance."

Mu Yuan smiled: "I hope so."

He didn't say that, in fact, someone had done something wrong, and they were destined to meet only in the final.Of course, the premise is that they can win before they meet.

"I heard that this time, even the imperial court opened a village, which is really rare." Luyi pursed her lips and smiled.

Mu Yuan wasn't too surprised, after all, the imperial court needed to earn money.In this era, there are no sponsors, and organizing competitions is a matter of losing money. If you don't want to make some money, there will be no next time.

"Actually, there are many places where you can earn money by organizing such a grand event. Being on the bank is just a small part of it. If a black horse emerges, there is still the danger of losing money."

Mu Yuan asked casually, "Miss Luyi, what do you think?"

Luyi lowered her eyebrows and smiled contemptuously: "What's the use of having ideas? I'm a little girl with such a humble background. I can't get into the court and I don't know any merchants. It's just a feeling."

Mu Yuan's heart skipped a beat, he almost forgot that the little girl in front of him was an expert in marketing, her marketing pushed Bai Yulou and herself to the top of her profession in the capital, she was not a simple little girl.

Mu Yuan thought for a while, and said seriously: "If the girl really has any ideas, I know a big businessman, do you need to introduce the girl?"

Lu Yi was stunned: "What do you mean by that, Mr.?"

Mu Yuan said sincerely: "Actually, I have always admired the girl's marketing methods. If these methods are used in business, they must be very effective. This event is indeed grand. It is said that it is the first time since the founding of Daqi. Naturally, there are many, and the impact will be great. If you can find a business to cooperate with, the girl might as well try her skills. If it is beneficial, in the future, if the girl wants to get rid of the current situation, she will have an extra reliance."

Luyi looked at Mu Yuan with full eyes, and gradually she felt a little wet. She stood up, gave Mu Yuan a deep blessing, lowered her eyes and said: "Mr. has thought about this for Lu Yi, and Lu Yi is very grateful. If If Mister can introduce you, if Luyi is willing to give it a try, she will surely live up to Mister's kindness."

Mu Yuan hurriedly offered a help: "Girl, you don't need to be like this. I'm just making an introduction, it's just a matter of raising my hands. As for whether it will be successful or not, you will only know after talking."

"Well, Luyi understands." Luyi raised her head slightly, showing her little daughter's tenderness, "But, sir, what is marketing?"

Mu Yuan was taken aback, feeling that he was quick to speak, thought for a while, and made an easy-to-understand analogy: "That is, some of the methods that the girl used to make herself from being silent to the number one female chess player in the capital are roughly the same. So be it."

Luyi smiled "puchi", it was rare to see her husband look a little embarrassed.

Mu Yuan coughed lightly, and changed the subject: "Actually, the girl knows the person I want to introduce."

"Oh, who is it?"

Mu Yuan smiled and made a fool of himself: "We'll know when we meet."