Do you know: I have a different surname: Wang, uncle Minglan.

Chapter 201 Minglan and others went to Guangling to meet Wei Yuan
The matter of moving the tomb was discussed with Wei Shuyi and others when Wei Yuan became the earl.

They believed that Wei Yuan was now the head of the Wei family, and he should be the one to make the decision on such a major matter as moving their parents' tombs.

While he was in the southeast, he wanted to get this matter done as soon as possible.

The Wei family in Liangzhe also sent people.

However, compared with the Wei clan in Hedong, their power is still far behind, and their influence in the territory of Liangzhe Road is minimal.

Even if Wei Yuan wanted to support him, he had no other choice.

Jiayou's fifth year, late June.

Wei Yuan received the news that Lin Zhaoyuan and officials from the Ministry of Household Affairs had arrived at Fujian Road by water.

On Yang Huairen's side, he integrated all the warships and temporarily assembled more than a thousand ships.

It seems quite intimidating, but in fact there are only 600 ships that can fight for a long time.

At first glance, Wei Yuan's decision to let Fan Chunren offend those nobles was an act of frame-up.

Of course, if you are given enough benefits, it is not impossible to join the team.

"When things happen in the southeast, and my nephew returns to the capital, can he ask for a title and reward?"

As for the merchants in other state capitals, Wei Yuan planned to send them out to sea in batches.

But why is it not what Fan Chunren wants?

"Fan Chunren is Wen Zhenggong's legitimate son, and his connections are far beyond my comparison. If he can't offend those people, who else can?"

Wei Yuan can also do errands that offend others, but if he has done everything, how can he reflect Fan Chunren's value?
I just want to be a pure, good, and loyal minister, and I should be given a chance to perform in front of the emperor.

Soon, Chen Daniu took a report from the Imperial City Division and said:
"All the noble families in Beijing have sent people to Fujian Road at this moment."

"As for the remaining merchants in Haizhou and Chuzhou, they will be divided into the second batch."

Then he told Chai Gong, "Order your scouts to inform the envoys from overseas countries in the southeast to gather in Fuzhou to discuss trade with our merchants from the Zhou Dynasty."

Wei Yuan wrote another letter to inform Yang Huairen that he would disperse his troops to various coastal prefectures along the Fujian Road to prevent Japanese pirates from counterattacking.

Wei Yuan asked Kou Zhuang to go to Suzhou and inform the King of Wu,
"Half of the merchants in Suzhou can go to sea with the first batch of Fujian Road merchants, and the remaining half will go to sea in the second batch."

But by the time the third batch went to sea, the shipping matter had basically been finalized, and it would be even more difficult to make huge profits.

"Has General Wei already thought about leaving this offending job to Lord Fan?"

Wei You said: "Fan Chunren is so wise but so stupid, how can he just sit back and watch something like this happen?"

"If I were in Fuzhou and started something as big as shipping, those distinguished merchants alone would be enough to swamp me."

The key point between the first group going overseas and the second group going overseas is that no matter what happens, the first group going overseas can sign extremely profitable business contracts with overseas countries.

"It's just that my nephew is hiding in Guangling, Yangzhou in the name of ancestor worship. After all, it is not a long-term solution. Can Fan Chunren cope with it?"

Wei Yuan then told Jiang Ji: "Go to Haizhou and tell Hai's ships that you can go to sea with the first batch of merchants from Fujian Road."

"But he is just like Wen Zhenggong. He seeks a reputation for all ages and is dedicated to serving the country and the people. This kind of person is not something you can have close friendship with and should be kept at a distance."

On Huyanzhong's side, the officers and soldiers of the Fujian Road Coast Defense Battalion have also been reorganized into the first echelon of the Navy. There are about 6,000 people and are training day and night.

"A group of noble families headed by Uncle Fu Chang have also sent representatives to come and see you."

Wei Yuan said: "He has different desires from us. We are all ordinary people living in the mud. We can only keep struggling in this world and dare not relax for a moment."

Wei Yuan smiled and said: "As expected of an elder, you really have a burning gaze. Nothing can escape your eyes."

The second batch, the third batch will be updated.

As for the future, although there will be profits, it will definitely not be as big as the first and second batches.

Wei You stroked his beard and thought for a while, then said slowly: "This is a wonderful move."

At the same time, Cai Xiang, the transshipment envoy of Fujian Road, was ordered to plan for the Fujian Road family and merchants to go to sea.

Since the pilot project is set in Fuzhou, the first person to eat the cake should be the merchants on Fujian Road.

Hearing these words, Lao Wei You of the Hedong Wei clan laughed and said:
"In this old house, major shipping matters are finalized. General Wei is really good at it, and he seems to be guiding the country."

"Wen Zhenggong's disciples and old officials are all over the world, and the people who benefited from him involve both civil and military parties."

The third batch of people going overseas is more extensive. All the more famous domestic merchant families can go overseas as long as they can sign large orders with overseas countries.

The second batch of people going to sea included Wei's merchant ship, Suzhou merchant ship, Hangzhou merchant ship, Haizhou and Chuzhou merchant ships.

"I pointed out many matters on Fujian Road from far away in Yangzhou, and asked those nobles to go to Fujian Road to find Mr. Fan."

"As a group from the Southeast, it's good if we can make a profit, but if we want to make more profits, I'm afraid the officials won't allow it."

Wei Yuan smiled and said: "If it were anyone else, it would definitely not work, but there is no one more suitable than Fan Chunren."

Wei Yuan formally submitted a letter to the court, requesting that Guo Hao, the training envoy of the Daizhou Regiment, be transferred to Fujian Road to assist him in preparing a naval army.

"In that case, it's better to leave all the offending errands to Fan Chunren."

Wei Yuan nodded, "It's expected. If they don't come, it'll be a disaster. Let them find Fan Chunren."

The first batch's sailing date is scheduled for mid-July, and the second batch's sailing date is scheduled for late July.

As soon as the words fell, the three of them immediately left the Wei family's old house.

Wei You asked a sensitive question.

To be honest, since Wei Yuan came to the capital, his promotion speed was rare in the world.

Even worse than Huo Qubing in the Han Dynasty.

The wood is beautiful in the forest, and the wind will destroy it.

Wei Yuan shook his head and said: "Not only can't I ask for a title or reward, but I also want your Majesty to be punished."

Condemned?

Hearing this, Wei You smiled and said, "My wise nephew is well versed in the ways of officialdom, so there is nothing to worry about."

It doesn't matter what reason the emperor used to convict him.

The important thing is that the emperor must be given a reason.

Otherwise, Wei Yuan will be in charge of the central government before he reaches the age of 30, and his status will be comparable to that of Gu Yankai and Zhang Fu. When he reaches a high position in the future and has no title, it will be a day of great disaster!

"My future and future are not in these few years."

Wei Yuan sighed quietly.

Wei You knew what he meant.

The prince and young master will be in the new dynasty in the future.

As for Zhao Zhen's dynasty, it will be difficult for Wei Yuan to make any further progress, otherwise, he will be afraid of disaster in the future.

"I don't know if I can survive until that time."

Wei You said softly.

Wei Yuan did not respond. It would be a taboo to continue chatting.

He believed that he was not the only one waiting for Zhao Zhen to grow old.

Zhao Zhen's prestige among the people is too high, and the people all praise his merits and achievements.

If he doesn't die, the world will be stable and it will be difficult for him to get ahead.

At the end of June, everything was ready, and Wei Yuan began to worship his ancestors and move their graves.

Before that, Minglan, Changbai, Pinlan and others had already arrived in Guangling.

After Wei Yuan learned the news, he personally sent someone to pick him up.

Ever since Minglan and her group came to Yangzhou, Wei Yuan had known her whereabouts.

Now, in the entire southeast, no matter what kind of disturbance there is, it cannot be hidden from his eyes.

In the past few days, the entire Weijia Village has been strictly guarded by the personal guards brought by Wei Yuan, just to prevent any officials from visiting and disturbing Wei Yuan's peace.

Originally, Chang Bai and others were going to visit Wei Yuan together with Ming Lan, and Sheng Wei was also traveling with them.

But how could Wei Yuan not know the purpose of the Sheng family's visit this time? So on the grounds of temporary inconvenience, Changbai and others were allowed to live in the village.

Wait until you have free time to meet them.

As for Minglan, Chen Daniu personally took her to the old residence of the Wei family.

When Pinlan heard this, she couldn't help but feel disappointed that she couldn't follow Minglan to see Wei Yuan immediately.

Minglan smiled and said: "My uncle is in this village and can't run away. Why should I rush now?"

Pinlan could only nod and said: "Then when you meet your uncle, tell me more about the relationship between the two of us. It would be a pity if such a great hero cannot meet and say a few words."

Minglan smiled and said, "Okay, don't worry."

When she walked into the Wei family's old house, Chen Daniu was standing guard outside the courtyard.

The first thing she saw was Wei Yuan lying alone on a rocking chair, enjoying the shade under a jujube tree. In this scene, he looked like an old farmer.

This was the first time Minglan saw her uncle since Weiyuan left the capital. Suddenly there was some feeling in my heart, it seemed that my uncle was a little old?

As soon as she had this idea, she shook her head and murmured in her heart:
"My uncle is not yet 30 years old, how can he grow old?"

Then, he came to Wei Yuan and called, "Uncle."

Wei Yuan nodded slightly, pointed to the jujube tree in front of him, and said:
"When your grandfather was dying, he sat under this jujube tree. Your mother and I were still young at that time."

"Your grandfather took our hands and said that he would not be able to taste the dates with us until early autumn."

Speaking of this, he and Minglan both felt a little sad for a moment.

The jujube tree in the yard is still there, but in summer, no one from the old days sits under the tree to enjoy the cool air, and no one stands by the jujube tree, looking at their juniors with a smile and talking about old memories.

Minglan found a bench and sat next to Wei Yuan, holding her chin in her hands, looking a little cute, looking at the jujube tree in front of her, and asked:

"Was it painful when grandpa passed away?"

Wei Yuan thought for a while, "I have been ill for a long time and I am as skinny as a stick. When you reach that level, there is no pain at all."

Father Wei did not want to harm his children, so he used external force to suffocate them to death while their children were out.

When Father Wei left, there was a smile on his lips.

Wei Yuan still remembers the last words his father said to him in his life,

"My brother Yuan will definitely be a promising person in the future."

Sister Wei Shuyi also heard this sentence.

Later, Wei Shuyi told Minglan this sentence,

"My grandfather's spirit in heaven would be extremely happy if he knew what you have accomplished, uncle."

Wei Yuan smiled and said, "Girl, you suddenly came to see me today, but are you involved in shipping for the Sheng family?"

Minglan said truthfully: "My uncle was only half right. Ming'er did come to see my uncle because of this matter."

"But even if my uncle is not in Guangling, he will always come tomorrow to pay homage to my grandfather and grandmother."

"Besides, what I want to tell my uncle tomorrow is that you don't need to pay attention to my uncle's desire to participate in shipping."

Wei Yuan said: "I have agreed to this matter and let the Sheng family participate in the third batch of shipping. As for the date when the third batch of shipping will start, I haven't decided yet. Let him wait for the news."

Minglan said: "In this case, it won't embarrass you, uncle?"

Wei Yuan smiled and said: "Without their family, there will be many, but with more, their family will not be much. It's very difficult."

Minglan said: "Uncle, it's better not to let the Sheng family participate in this shipping. He wants to get involved in everything, but he doesn't have the ability. In the end, he will only hurt himself."

"Besides, before Ming'er comes, my mother gave me many warnings not to allow you to agree to the Sheng family's participation in shipping just for Ming'er."

Wei Yuan shook his head, "It doesn't matter."

Originally, the third batch of shipping was based on natural selection.

If the Sheng family wants to share the cake, let them show their sincerity.

"By the way, before I come here tomorrow, I was told by my uncle that your wedding with your aunt will be postponed for now, but the wedding will be held immediately when you return to the capital."

Now, through the arrangements of the British government, all the necessary preparations for the marriage are basically ready, waiting for Wei Yuan to return.

Wei Yuan nodded and said, "Okay, don't be in a hurry about getting married."

Minglan chatted with Wei Yuan for a while.

She hadn't seen her uncle for a long time, and she seemed to have endless things to say.

But seeing that his uncle seemed a little tired, he didn't dare to say anything and just stayed with him quietly.

After a while, Wei Yuan lay on the rocking chair and fell asleep.

I don't know how long it took, but Wei Yuan slowly opened his eyes and found that Minglan had been sitting next to him.

He pointed to a house and smiled: "Your mother's room is over there. If you are tired, go and have a rest."

Minglan sat there for about an hour or two and felt really tired, so she said:

"I see my uncle sleeping soundly, so I won't dare to disturb him tomorrow."

"I'll go inside and take a nap for a while."

Wei Yuan nodded, "Later, I'll go to Li Zheng's house for dinner and call my uncle together."

He didn't want too many people to come to the old house here, for fear of disturbing his parents' peace.

At the beginning of the Xu period.

Ming Lan was awakened by Wei Yuan, went to where Sheng Wei and others were staying, and told them to go to Li Zheng's house for dinner.

Wei Yuan also went.

When he learned the news, Sheng Wei was very excited. The last time he went to Beijing, he only chatted with Wei Yuan for a few words and was driven away by him.

There was not even a chance for a close friendship, and now, I definitely couldn’t miss it.

Besides him, Pinlan was also very happy.

After all, you can meet the hero you admire in your heart, how can you not feel happy?
After a while.

Li Zheng is at home.

Wei Yuan sat in the first place, and Wei You sat on one side of him.

Sheng Wei, Chang Bai and others walked into the room slowly. When they saw Wei Yuan, they bowed one after another and said:

"Youyang Shengwei, pay your respects to Uncle Zhongyong."

"I've met Uncle Wei."

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Sheng Wei kept his posture very low, trying to give Wei Yuan a good impression.

Pinlan, who always had a free and easy temper, felt a little unreal when she saw Wei Yuan. When she came to her senses, she quickly bowed to Wei Yuan in a polite manner:
"I've met Uncle Wei."

Wei Yuan nodded towards them one by one, and when he saw Chang Feng, Mo Lan and others behind Chang Bai, he smiled and said:

"You're here too, sit down."

Later, he introduced Wei You to Minglan alone, "This is the elder of the Wei clan."

Minglan bowed respectfully and said, "This junior has met Mr. Wei."

Wei You said with a smile: "I have long heard that my nephew has a good niece. When I saw her today, she turned out to be a beautiful girl and a smart girl. Yes, yes."

After that, he took off a jade ring from his thumb, looked at Minglan, and said:

"I don't have anything to give you. This ring has been with me for a few years and has become very shiny. I will give it to you today."

Minglan declined politely: "This junior didn't bring any gifts when I first met you. How can I have the nerve to ask for this finger ring from you?"

Wei You smiled and said, "I don't dare to refuse the gift from the elders, so just accept it."

"Although no woman wears a jade finger ring, if you usually play pot throwing and shooting, you can still wear it to prevent injury to your hands."

Minglan looked at Wei Yuan.

The latter nodded.

Minglan couldn't refuse anymore, so she simply accepted it and said with a smile: "Then I'd rather be respectful than obey my orders. Thank you Grandpa Wei for the reward."

The name "Grandpa Wei" was called to Wei You's heart. He laughed twice and said:
"If nothing happens from now on, I'll go to the old man's place to have some fun."

The implication is that if Minglan went to Hedong Road, she wouldn't have to spend money at all.

The influence of the Wei family in Hedong is comparable to that of the so-called Five Surnames and Seven Hopes in the past.

Wei Yuan looked at Sheng Wei and others, waved his hand and said, "Everyone, please take your seats."

As soon as everyone sat down, Wei Yuan got straight to the point:

"Girl Ming has already told me about the Sheng family's idea of ​​getting involved in shipping."

"I can agree to this, but I have to be in the third batch to go to sea. Sheng Wei, are you willing?"

Is there anything he doesn't want to achieve?
Being able to participate is already a good thing.

There are so many merchants in the entire country, and not just anyone who wants to participate in shipping can participate.

"Thank you, Commander Wei."

"I have prepared some small gifts for you when I come here this time. I planned to pay you a formal visit tomorrow. It is really a blessing to be able to meet you tonight."

Sheng Wei stood up and bowed solemnly.

Before Wei Yuan said anything, Wei You smiled and asked:
"Have you prepared some small gifts? I don't know what gifts are there. Do you have a gift list? Let me show it to you."

Hearing this, Sheng Wei looked embarrassed. Is it really appropriate to ask these questions in front of juniors?

(End of this chapter)