The first assistant of the poor family

Chapter 482
Uh, the old fox.
Xie Shen couldn't help feeling that Ning Yi was really a businessman through and through.

But this is also human nature. After all, the weaving level in Nanzhili and Fujian is not bad, especially in Susong and Songzhou. There are only a lot more excellent weavers than in Zhejiang Province.Under such circumstances, Ning Yi was afraid of competition and did not understand it.

After all, the weaving of silk cloth depends not only on the loom, but also on the level of the weaver.If the homogenization is serious, then the competition will be very fierce.

"Don't worry, veterans, since Xie has assured you that this is a franchise in Zhejiang Province, he will not grant it to other places within three years. This is the case in Fujian, and it is the same in Nanzhili."

Ning Yi stroked his beard and looked at Xie Shen steadily, obviously weighing the pros and cons.

After a long time, he smiled happily.

"Haha, that little old man will act as a lobbyist for Siming."

Xie Shen secretly cursed in his heart, he is really invincible even if he is a lowly person.It was obviously something that was beneficial to the merchants themselves, and it seemed as if Xie Shen had taken advantage of them.

"Then thank you, veteran."

Xie Shen cupped his hands, giving Ning Yi enough face.

He believed that with Ning Yi's energy, there was nothing he couldn't do in the business circles of Zhejiang Province.

"Ahem, Xie won't bother the old man, let's leave."

"Siming, it's not easy for you to come to Hangzhou once, so why leave in such a hurry, stay here for a light meal."

Uh, isn't this old guy thinking about something else?

For Ning Yi, an old fox, Xie Shen was really worried.

"The old man is right, then Xie will bother you."

The life of rich merchants in the south of the Yangtze River is extremely luxurious, which can be seen from the three meals.

Ning Yi recruited more than a dozen famous chefs from various restaurants in Hangzhou, all of whom cook for him.I am afraid that only His Majesty the Emperor, who lives in the Ninth Layer, can compare with this pomp.

Lunch was served at the Le Shan Tang in the back garden of Ning Mansion, Xie Shen's tongue felt astringent as he watched the plates of delicacies being served.

Oh, it's nice to be rich.

He has only earned a total of 20 million taels of silver over the years, which is Ning Yi's annual income.

Sure enough, I answered that sentence, people are more popular than people.

According to the tradition of Jiangnan people, cold dishes are used first, then hot dishes are served, and finally soup is served.

Xie Shen put a piece of red vinegar ball into his mouth, chewing carefully.

The gravy is really rich and full of mouth.

"The old man really enjoys it. This kind of life is not changed even by gods."

What Xie Shen said is true. Although Ning's house is not the largest in Hangzhou, it is definitely the most exquisite.

Just saying that this garden is an exquisite garden, there are not only rockery ponds, pavilions and pavilions, but also an earthen mountain.

This earth mountain was formed by Ning Yi's order to dig a large amount of West Lake silt. It was covered with trees, flowers and plants, and there were stone steps up and down the mountain.

Ning Yi even built a pavilion on the top of the mountain, named Canglang Pavilion.

Standing in the pavilion overlooking most of the scenery of Hangzhou city is very enjoyable.

"Haha, Siming is absurd. People can't live a hundred years, so you can be worthy of yourself if you feel happy."

Ning Yi took a sip of the rice wine and said quietly, "Speaking of which, the little old man still envies Siming."

"The old man is envious of what Xie is doing, he has worked hard all his life."

There was a sourness in Xie Shen's words, and Ning Yi coughed and said, "Haha, the little old man has no chance to be tired."

While talking and laughing, the two finished their lunch together.

Ning Yi invited Xie Shen to climb the mountain and look far away, Xie Shen naturally couldn't refuse.

But it is said that a host and a guest climb up the steps and sit down at the Canglang Pavilion on the top of the mountain.

Leaning on the railing, you can not only see the row upon row of houses in Hangzhou, but also have a panoramic view of West Lake.

Xie Shen said in his heart, brother, you really know how to play, you can enjoy the scenery of Hangzhou city without leaving home.

At this moment, Xie Shen vaguely saw a woman among the bushes on the earth mountain, and was about to ask a question, but member Ning said first, "This is the little girl, Xun'er."

Xie Shen was taken aback for a moment, and immediately came to his senses.This garden belongs to the back house, so naturally Miss Ning can come and go as she pleases.

Maybe this garden was built by Yuanwai Ning for his daughter.

"Xian'er, come and meet Master Xie."

Miss Ning came out of the bushes, walked up to Xie Shen shyly and bowed: "Little girl has seen you."

Xie Shen carefully looked at this Miss Ning's family, and saw that Ning Xun'er was wearing a royal blue skirt, with willow eyebrows and moon eyes, red lips and white teeth.

Looking at the appearance alone, it is naturally first-class.

"Miss Ning, you don't have to be polite."

Xie Shen helped Ning Yun'er up, and said softly, "Miss Ning has a beautiful face, and she is not inferior to Xi Shi. I don't know which son will be lucky enough to marry Miss Ning."

Ning Xun'er's face turned red immediately, she lowered her head and bit her lips tightly.

Xie Shen thought in his heart that he didn't say something wrong, did he?
"Ahem, the little girl is not married yet."

Xie Shen thought in his heart no way, seeing that Ning Xun'er is already in her 20s, she is already an older leftover woman, even if she is not married, at least she should be engaged.

With the financial resources of the Ning family, they can recruit any kind of son-in-law they wish.

Even if Ning Yi wanted to recruit a son-in-law, it would be a breeze.

"The little girl has always had someone in her heart, so it's not easy for the old man to force her."

As if seeing what Xie Shen was thinking, Ning Yi explained from the side.

Hey, it turned out to be someone he had a crush on.

"That man is really lucky."

Xie Shen boasted casually.

"I'm just afraid that man has no intentions towards the little girl."

Ning Yuanwai kept staring at Xie Shen when he said this, and looked at Xie Shen a little nervously.That person doesn't appreciate you going to trouble him, why do you keep staring at me?

It took him a long time to realize that Ning Xun'er's favorite person mentioned by Ning Yuanwai could be himself.
"Siming, this old man has lost his old face for Xun'er this time, please marry her."

I rely on!

This is undoubtedly a bolt from the blue.

Xie Shen felt that he was like the male protagonist in an online novel, he was lucky all the time.

Thinking back to more than ten years ago when Xie Shen was still a young scholar, he took the initiative to visit Yuanwai Ning in order to open up the tea business.At that time, Ning Yuanwai vaguely hinted to Xie Shen that he hoped to marry his daughter to him.

It has to be said that Ning Yuanwai's vision is really vicious, and he can see that Xie Shen is bound to become famous.

At that time, Xie Shen did hesitate, but in the end he refused.

Now that time has passed, it is unexpected that the Ning family has not forgotten this matter
How should I answer this?
Xie Shen has already married and his children can go to buy wine, but how can he marry Miss Ning?
Could it be possible to make Miss Ning's family a concubine?

Although the Ning family is not a scholarly family or a family of officials, they are also a first-class rich family.

Ning Yuanwai even held Ning Yun'er in the palm of his hand, loving him very much.

It shouldn't be possible for him to accept Ning Xun'er as a concubine, right?

Besides, Xie Shen really has no feelings for this Miss Ning.

The atmosphere was very awkward for a while.

It can be seen that Ning Yuanwai is well prepared this time, step by step to lure Xie Shen into the trap.

When Xie Shen reacted, he found that he had fallen into the trap of Ning's father and daughter.

Xie Shen couldn't help sighing inwardly, how could Ning Yuanwai keep staring at him.

Hangzhou is a metropolis of the Three Wus, it is very prosperous, and there are countless talented men, it would be a pleasure to just choose anyone to be your son-in-law.
The same goes for Ning Xun'er, she will do what her father says, she really won't let go.

Xie Shen is not a passionate person, the reason why he married Shuiyun and Erya was because he had made a promise, and it was also a manifestation of responsibility.Didn't even my mother confiscate it?Of course, Xie Shen thinks this can be done in the future.
As for an emotionless woman like Ning Xun'er, Xie Shen really couldn't do anything about it.

"Ahem, the old man must be joking. Xie and Ling Ai have never met before, how can they talk about marriage?"

You can't let go, this is a matter of principle, you must never let go!

Xie Shen's grief and indignation turned into strength, and he said firmly.

"Idiot, who wants to marry you!"

With tears in her eyes, Ning Xun'er turned her head and walked down the mountain.

"Xian'er!"

Ning Yi felt a throbbing pain in his heart, and wanted to call his daughter to stop, but Ning Xun'er went down the mountain without looking back.

"Member Ning, Xie is sorry for this matter. But short-term pain is worse than long-term pain. It is impossible for Xie and Ling Ai."

Xie Shen looked at Ning Yi with guilt on his face, hoping to get his understanding.

If this matter affected the plan to raise money, then Xie Shen would be out of luck.

Fortunately, member Ning was very professional, and he didn't lose face because of Xie Shen's refusal.

He sighed and said: "The little old man knows that Siming is in a high position now, and my Ning family is not good enough for you. But the little girl fell in love with Siming at first sight, and the little old man is worried that she won't be able to bear this blow."

love at first sight?I rely on!

Maybe it wasn't that little loli who was peeping at him in the mansion more than ten years ago.

Thinking of this silly girl who waited for him for more than ten years without getting married, Xie Shen felt guilty again.

"If there is something Xie needs to explain, Member Ning can speak up. I believe Ling Ai will understand."

Ning Yi nodded, smiled wryly and said, "I told Siming to read the joke."

Xie Shen quickly waved his hand: "Where, where."

It would be too embarrassing to chat any longer, Xie Shen quickly said goodbye.

Xie Shen left Ningfu and went to Governor Wu Zhen's other courtyard.

This is not to visit Governor Wu's condition, but some details of conscription need to be discussed with him.

In the final analysis, it was Wu Zhen, the governor, who was coordinating the affairs of Zhejiang Province.

But it is hard for Governor Wu to pretend to be sick.Just the imperial doctor sent by the emperor frightened him into a cold sweat.

If the imperial doctor saw the clues and reported to the emperor that Governor Wu was pretending to be sick, Wu Zhen would not only lose his hair, but also lose his head.

Bullying the emperor is a felony, even if Wu Zhen has ten heads, it is not enough to chop off.

Fortunately, the imperial doctor didn't get to the bottom of it, and only told the emperor that Wu Zhen was sick from overwork.

In this way, Wu Zhen escaped by luck.

But why did Mr. Xiaoge follow him again?

Could it be that he, Wu Zhen, is so important that no one would be able to do anything without him?
Wu Zhen didn't know whether to cry or laugh, so he had to go back to the bedroom and lie on the bed to continue pretending to be sick.

When Xie Shen was invited to Wu Zhen's bedroom, he smelled a strong smell of medicine, which should have just been brewed.

Xie Shen thought in his heart that Governor Wu really worked hard enough, this is the rhythm of becoming an actor.

"Is Song He's brother better?"

Xie Shen walked to Wu Zhen's bedside and asked with concern.

"Cough cough."

Wu Zhen coughed a few times, and lamented: "The boss of Xiaoge came here, making the humble house full of brilliance. The official is sick and can't get up to greet him, so I ask the boss of Xiaoge to forgive me."

Tsk tsk, this is going to be played to the end, this Wu Zhen is not only good at acting, but also very dedicated.

Xie Shen said in a deep voice: "Whatever Brother Song He said, you can rest assured and recuperate."

"Thank you, Mr. Xiaoge, for your compassion."

Wu Zhen replied with a suffocated voice.

Xie Shen thought that Wu Zhen would not plan to pretend to be sick until Emperor Zhengde left Hangzhou, would he?
"Today, apart from visiting brother Songhe's illness, Xie came to discuss one more matter with brother Songhe."

Wu Zhen almost spit out a mouthful of old blood when he heard this.

I'm already "sick" like this, if you still don't let me go, how human are you?

Of course Xie Shen didn't know what Wu Zhen was thinking, so he said to himself, "It's for conscription."

Wu Zhen was stunned.

conscription?

As far as he knew, the soldiers of the Ming Dynasty were all hereditary.

The so-called Laozi is a hero, and Laozi is a bastard.

Children who serve as soldiers are also military households, so they have to continue to serve as soldiers and be passed down from generation to generation.

Since the ancestors had already stipulated the candidates to be soldiers, why did they come to recruit soldiers again? Is it necessary to recruit soldiers in the middle and late Tang Dynasty?

Xie Shen saw Governor Wu's blank face, and explained: "Brother Songhe doesn't know something, His Majesty has already made a decision on this matter, and a new army will be established on the basis of the military household system, and this new army is from ordinary civilians. recruited from among the people."

call!
Wu Zhen understood now.

It's really recruiting!
"I don't know where His Majesty decided to recruit?"

Wu Zhen asked tentatively.

Xie Shen smiled and said: "Basically, they are recruited from various prefectures and counties in the south of the Yangtze River. As long as they are citizens and have no records of robbers, they can apply."

Uh.
Now Wu Zhen knew why Xie Shen came to discuss with him.

Although the scope of Jiangnan is wide, it basically refers to Nanzhili and Zhejiang Province.

It seems that he can't escape to preside over the work.

"I don't know what I can do for you, sir?"

With the mentality of doing more and making more mistakes, doing less and making fewer mistakes, and not doing good, Wu Zhen asked symbolically.

Xie Shen smiled and said: "It's actually very simple. Brother Songhe just needs to pass the order to the chief officials of the prefectures and counties. Xie will send people to various places to recruit."

Conscription is only the first step, and the next training is the most important.

Therefore, Xie Shen did not make too many demands on the soldiers who participated in the recruitment.

Sometimes a piece of white paper is easier to render than old fritters. Old fritters have formed a habit, and there will be a lot of resistance to change.

Of course, this does not mean that anyone can participate in the recruitment, at least not a weak nerd or a physically disabled person.

Although the new army mainly uses muskets to line up, they still need basic physical fitness, otherwise they will become the weakest link in field battles and may be broken through at any time.

"It's simple, the officer can give you instructions."

"Wait a minute!"

Xie Shen waved his hand and said, "Before that, Xie has something to ask."

"Master Xiaoge, please give me instructions."

"Brother Songhe, can you second me the officers from the Qianhu Office of Hangzhou Prefecture?"

"It's simple, I'll write a letter, and Mr. Xiaoge can take it to him and explain it to him."

Wu Zhen thought it was something, but he didn't expect it to be so simple, so he let out a long breath.

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