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Chapter 166: Guiding Public Opinion (Please subscribe)

"I didn't expect that there was such a whole story. Since Your Majesty has evidence, this matter must be settled and is not just nonsense."

Dr. Bao's explanation made everyone present talk about it. They didn't expect that there would be such a reversal. It was really unimaginable.

At this time, Wang Xiucai also took the opportunity to comment.

"It seems that many things should not be taken lightly. I remember that during the Jiajing Dynasty, Yushi Yanguan was really unyielding in order to bring down Yan Song, leaving a great reputation."

"But since Wanli, this official has also fallen. Let's talk about the matter of falsely accusing Xiong Tingbi. Previously, Yao Zongwen deliberately said in the title that Xiong Tingbi was a traitor because Xiong Tingbi did not pay him generously, and he was eventually imprisoned by His Majesty."

"Now there are people like Hui Shiyang, who feel that Xiong Tingbi impeached him, and now they are jumping out to make things difficult for him. This shows how much Xiong Tingbi is hated by the officials. It is not easy to be a capable minister these days, and he has to be punished. People make things difficult for us everywhere.”

These words instantly resonated with everyone. Not to mention whether Xiong Tingbi really had any harm, he just said that he went to Liaodong and worked hard, and finally created the great victory of Liaoshen.

The common people's understanding is very simple. If you win the battle, you are a hero. People are always very tolerant of heroes. For them, as long as you win the battle and don't make huge mistakes, you can be forgiven.

"Yes, I see that there are no refugees in Liaodong who don't praise Xiong Tingbi. I'm surprised. Why are there so many officials saying how bad Xiong Tingbi is now? It seems that he is still popular among people."

"Hey, I don't think so. Your Majesty also said it in the newspaper. There must be someone behind this plot. In my opinion, these are all chess pieces, and there are big pawns behind it."

Under Li Xiucai's guidance, the topic deviated more and more from the normal track. From Xiong Tingbi and Liu Yishui, it quickly moved to their daily grievances with their political opponents, and even the inside story of the imperial party struggle. It was really lively, but it was at the feet of the emperor. , otherwise there wouldn’t be so much inside information.

But this is the fact. Under deliberate guidance, most people still believe it. Only a few people think that the newspaper is nonsense, but it doesn't matter anymore.

This matter is also fermenting throughout Beijing. In restaurants large and small in the capital, under the deliberate interpretation of these newspaper doctors, the matter of the official kneeling at the Meridian Gate to frame the cabinet minister and accept bribes is spreading rapidly.

It was getting late, and Li Xiucai had eaten and drank enough. He left the restaurant and went to Tianshui Hutong. However, he did not go back to his home, but went south to Tiemen Hutong.

This alley was adjacent to Caishikou Execution Ground, and it was a bit eerie when he passed by. He had to speed up his pace, quickly entered the alley, and knocked on the door of a noisy courtyard.

When the person who opened the door saw him, he called him "Sir, sir" and asked him to come in.

Li Xiucai often comes to this place. He is familiar with the road and does not need anyone to carry him. He directly enters the main entrance at the back and sees a sound of scolding coming from inside.

"If you don't have people, hurry up and recruit them. There are so many refugees in the capital now, how come we can't recruit people."

"Be careful when recruiting. Keep your eyes open. Children from good families will be given priority, and those with agile skills will be given priority. They must not be criminals. We will recruit at least 30 people tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. They will take care of food and housing. They will be responsible for running errands and delivering newspapers."

"Yes, shopkeeper, you guys understand."

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Liu Xiucai went in and saw the shopkeeper Huang Dong giving business instructions to the clerk below.

Huang Dong is very busy now. Ever since Mr. Wang invested 3000 taels in him, his newspaper selling business has accelerated like a rocket. Not only are the people in the General Affairs Department easy to talk to, but even the usually domineering Jin Yiwei will help him when something happens. One or two.

This made him have to lament that the prince's connections were as good as his own. Under his blessing, he, an ordinary man with a flat head, was able to rise rapidly in this hugely profitable business. In the past, it was just a small matter.

With a "squeak" sound, the door opened. Huang Dong took a closer look and saw that it was Liu Xiucai who had come in.

"Brother Tingyan is here, come in quickly."

When Huang Dong saw Liu Xiucai coming, he immediately became energetic and asked him to come in quickly. Then he turned to give instructions to the waiter on the side.

"As for what I just told you, you should remember it well. Recruit people who should be hired. Don't be stingy. Go out."

When the waiters saw Liu Xiucai coming, they all called him sir and then left.

"You are either in a teahouse or a restaurant during this time, eating wine and drinking tea every day. You are so uncomfortable, but you leave me here alone to work hard."

Huang Dong stretched his back, and a crackling sound came from his back, and he suddenly felt extremely comfortable.

"How can I be at ease? It's not because I have too many demands. Since that day you said you wanted to recruit doctors, I have been looking for people who can read and write. You also said that you can't just read, but you also have to let the doctors understand what they want before reading the newspaper every day. It was the key point of reading, so I would tell them one by one, and I would also keep an eye on them from time to time to see if they did what we asked them to do."

"Now you say that not only do you need to apply for a doctorate, but you also need someone to guide public opinion. This asked me where to find it for you. I could only find a few here and there for you, but it was still not enough. Now I only have I can get on."

"I just don't understand. Who gave these to you? Is it still the prince?" Liu Xiucai's complaints also made Huang Dong embarrassed.

Liu Xiucai's name was Liu Tingyan, and he was his cousin. After Huang Dong fled to the capital, Liu Tingyan, his cousin, did not feel embarrassed and disliked him much, but instead helped him in every way.

Huang Dong's business expanded rapidly after the Chinese New Year, but Lu Xiangsheng has been reviewing his homework behind closed doors recently because he is preparing for Enke.

Huang Dong had no choice, so he saw that his cousin Liu Tingyan failed to win the exam many times and was reading and writing all day long for a living. He thought of dragging him over to do business together. Unexpectedly, although his cousin Liu Tingyan failed to win the exam many times, he did things cleanly. He was neat and gave him advice, which was a great help.

"Yeah, there's no way around it. According to the letter from Prince Wang, I don't understand what it means to guide public opinion, but they provide money and connections to take care of our business. What do you think we can do? Don’t listen to the instructions.”

What Huang Dong said is indeed the truth. If someone gives us a chance, we will just do it. Don't piss off the princes behind the scenes. If we withdraw our capital and leave, they will soon be divided up and eaten by the noble families in the capital. Eat and wipe clean.

"Don't be depressed. How have you been doing these past few days?"

After a while of explanation, Huang Dong also asked about the effect of this so-called "public opinion guidance".

"Don't even mention it. I'm applying for a doctorate and reading newspapers. I'll cooperate with you. The effect is indeed obvious. In the past few days, I have been talking about shipping, and many businessmen are eager to give it a try."

"Also, I have arranged for our people to deliberately guide you regarding the officials you specifically asked this morning. I believe they all believe what the newspapers say now. I have a strong opinion of those officials."

Liu Tingyan was proud as he spoke. Over the past few days, he felt like he had all the major events in the world in his hands, and he admired the prince even more in his heart. He had so many ideas.

"That's great. This is the prince's special instruction. Naturally, you can't neglect it. I will also write a letter and report one by one. In addition, there is news about your affairs. Have you ever wanted to hear it?"

When Liu Tingyan heard this, he immediately became interested. After all, this matter was related to his future in the imperial examination, so he immediately asked Huang Dong to talk quickly.

Seeing that he was so impatient, Huang Dong didn't worry about it and explained it to him in detail.

"I asked. The newly appointed governor of Tianjin is very concerned about farmland water conservancy. He wants to build water conservancy projects in the Tianjin area and promote farmland. Therefore, in order to encourage farmland, he opened a "tunnel school."

"Last year, a notice was indeed issued saying that Tun students who enroll must either donate land to enter the school or take an entrance exam. The content of the exam is not only a composition but also riding and shooting."

"As soon as they are admitted, they will be given the status of martial arts students. If they have merit, they will still have their original merit. And each candidate will be given 100 acres of paddy fields to cultivate, and the rent of rice will be 1 stone per acre. For locals who cannot cultivate paddy fields, , you can give 50 acres first and collect 5 shi in rent."

"As long as the effect of the farming is obvious, the students in the farming school can not only take the exam, but also be exempted from the county examination and directly take the college examination. Scholar candidates can get extra points in the township examination, making it easier to pass."

"Xiucai candidates can get extra points in the provincial examination, making it easier to pass."

Liu Tingyan paid more attention to this sentence. Isn't this the opportunity he dreamed of? As long as he enters Tuen School, he has a greater chance of passing the exam. Thinking of this sentence, Liu Tingyan couldn't help but get excited, thinking that he must win the Tun School. quota, thinking of this, he also looked at Huang Dong, wanting to know the price of this quota.

"Well, because the matter of studying in Tuen involves fame, the imperial court is not very willing to do it. I heard that it was Zuo Guangdou who persuaded the cabinet to agree. Your Majesty decided that there are only thirty places, so it is not easy to obtain."

"But I think you will also contribute a lot during this period. My uncle's family has been very kind to me, so I relied on many connections to buy you a place. You must cherish it."

When Liu Tingyan heard that there were thirty places, he thought there was little hope. Unexpectedly, Huang Dong actually found a connection to buy a place. He was immediately moved and wanted to thank him.

"Okay, okay, just do what I asked you to do. We will be busy in the future."

Zhu Youxiao's inadvertent investment did not expect him to make a profit so quickly. In just over 20 days, Huang Dong used the resources and money he provided to expand rapidly. The newspaper business grew bigger and bigger, and it had already surpassed the official government of the General Affairs Department. Newspaper business is over.

Zhu Youxiao also secretly wrote to him, asking him to add some of his own people among the people who read the newspaper. As long as he deliberately interprets the remarks in the newspaper at the critical moment, coupled with the cooperation of specialized personnel in the audience, he will be able to Guiding the audience's thoughts can lead to public opinion.

I didn't expect that this secretly played chess game would come in handy so quickly, and the effect was pretty good.

Zhu Youxiao looked at the letter sent by Huang Dong and thought to himself.

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