Chapter 375 Talk Since Ji Song has made up his mind, there is no reason to give up halfway.
They think they can't build it simply because of money and time issues, so let them take a closer look. There is nothing Ji Song wants to accomplish that he can't accomplish.
At the shipyard, as the personnel and preliminary preparations were completed, the test phase gradually produced results, and the next step was nothing more than labor costs.
In this way, the annual expenses there can be saved by more than half.
The money can be transferred to the academy. Then the money problem is solved, and the only thing left is how to bring the nobles of the Tang Dynasty with them.
The money used for such a large-scale construction is not something that Ji's family can afford. Even if he could, he would have to bring a large number of people together.
He didn't believe that no one was attracted to him. His reputation as the 'God of Wealth' in Chang'an had become more and more popular in recent years, and he was not just talking about turning stones into gold!
He did it as he thought, so the next day, everyone in the noble family who had a relationship with the Ji family got an invitation.
The above content is very simple, I just want to invite everyone to get together at Jufu Building, saying that we have something to discuss, and I hope everyone will enjoy it.
Tai Chi Temple.
Li Shimin clicked his tongue while holding a gilded invitation.
He put down the invitation in his hand, looked at His Majesty Dan's people, and said, "Are you telling me that Marquis Hao has sent invitations like this to many people?"
The person below is a steward who manages the royal estate. Although he does not hold a position in the court, as long as he knows about it, no one dares to look down on him.
This person doesn't know what his background is. In the past few years, he has been managing the royal family's property and it is prosperous. It is not an exaggeration to say that he is making a lot of money every day.
He does not bully others. He often follows the rules. He is not a solitary person and is willing to share his interests with everyone.
When he heard the emperor's question, he did not dare to neglect, and said quickly: "Report to your majesty, the Marquis of Hao has not only sent invitations to Lao Nu, but also to Lu Guogong, Cai Guogong, Pingyang Princess Palace, Zhao Guogong, E Guogong and others. Invitations have been sent to everyone at home.”
Li Shimin was thoughtful. If his guess was correct, this banquet might just be a 'Hongmen Banquet'!
"Go down! It's up to you to take care of Marquis Hou's affairs. If you can help, then help!"
Li Shimin didn't say anything else. After all, he was treated badly last time, so this incident can be regarded as compensation!
"promise!"
The steward responded.
When this invitation was delivered to the hands of the principals of each family, they were all a little confused, but thinking about the academy incident that had been rumored during this period, they had some idea.
Everyone has different ideas, but there is nothing that cannot be said.
Even if the person in charge had something to do and couldn't go, capable personnel were sent to attend.
Jufulou is Ji's only restaurant in Chang'an.
On this day, almost all the people with a good reputation in Chang'an City came here, and greetings were indispensable when meeting each other.
"Nephew Zheng Xian?"
An old voice sounded, and Zheng Yu looked over after hearing the words.
"It turns out to be Uncle Pei Shi, my nephew is so polite!"
After saying that, he bowed respectfully.
The person who came was none other than Pei Ji, one of the current heads of the Pei family. Although he still held the title of prime minister in the court, he rarely went to court this means that he has no influence in the court. Although he has nothing to do, no one dares to underestimate this person.
Now he was called into the palace by the Supreme Emperor Li Yuan to speak, and his influence was not small.
Zheng Yu is the son of Zheng Shanguo. Since Zheng Shanguo's death, he has basically been involved in matters in Chang'an. This time he received Ji's invitation and came without even thinking about it.
But what surprised him was that Pei Ji also came.
Pei Ji saw Zheng Yu's surprised look and said casually: "I came out of the palace and heard that Ji Song was going to hold a banquet here. I had nothing to do anyway, so I came over out of curiosity to have a look."
The middle-aged man next to Pei Ji smiled bitterly and said to Zheng Yu, "Make Brother Zheng laugh!"
This person is Pei Ji's son, Lawyer Pei, and the consort of the 16th daughter of the Supreme Emperor. He used to be the governor of Bianzhou, and he doesn't know when he came back.
The three of them told each other about their recent experiences, and they were all very sad! "Oh, right!"
Lawyer Pei pointed at Jufulou and asked puzzledly: "I wonder what this Ji family did this time to invite so many people to participate?"
Zheng Yu smiled and said: "My little brother is also puzzled by this matter, but the Zheng family and Hao Jiehou have gotten along pretty well over the years. No matter what, as long as I can help, I will help."
"As for what exactly it is, I don't dare to say anything. Everyone will know it later."
After saying that, he cupped his hands to the two of them and said, "Uncle Shi, Brother Shi, it's almost time. Let's go in. The food at Jufulou is the best in Chang'an, so don't miss it!"
Pei Ji smiled and said: "I have long heard that the food in Haojuhou Mansion is the best in the world. I didn't have the chance before, so I can't let it go no matter what this time."
After Zheng Yu walked away, Pei Lushi said: "Father, the Zheng family has become very close to the Ji family in recent years. Especially relying on the Ji family's trade routes, the Zheng family has developed very quickly."
Then he asked in confusion: "I don't know when the Zheng family started to let go of themselves and start catering to the Ji family. Is it really in decline?"
"Snapped!"
Pei Ji slapped his son on the head without hesitation, and said angrily: "I asked you to know more about things, but you just didn't listen. You didn't even understand the relationship between the Zheng family and the Ji family, so you jumped to conclusions. , is this the way of life I taught you?"
Lawyer Pei rubbed the back of his head and said aggrievedly: "What relationship can the Zheng family have with the Ji family? Ji Song has only been developing for a few years? Can he be compared with the Zheng family?"
Pei Ji raised his hand, but when he saw his confused son, he slowly put it down and said, "The Zheng family comes from the Duke of Zheng in the pre-Qin period, and the Ji family also has their roots in the Duke of Xi. This is a clear genealogy that has been handed down to this day. recorded.”
"Not many people know about this matter, but we basically know everything that needs to be known. How do you think they have nothing to do with it?"
Finally, he said: "Although the Ji family has been in decline for a long time, it has been hidden from the world before, and it was only born in the past hundred years."
"The inheritance in his family, look at the Quyu plow, the Han Dynasty's columbine, papermaking, and some farm work. It can be seen that although the Ji family is not visible in the world, the inheritance in the family is not necessarily different from the five surnames and seven looks."
"Right now, we are just a little bit behind in terms of background, but now that the Ji family has Ji Song, such a weirdo who can make money, this will be slowly made up in a few years."
Pei Ji saw that Li Jing, Pingyang, Chai Shao, Cheng Yaojin, Qin Qiong and others were also coming. His eyes were complicated and he said, "It won't do you any harm to get in touch with him if you are fine. He must be in trouble this time, otherwise he wouldn't To create such a big scene.”
"You will watch later. No matter what happens, you just get involved. Even if you lose money, it will be fine."
Lawyer Pei was still very convinced of his father and nodded, "Well, don't worry!"
"Ok!"
Pei Ji nodded with satisfaction. Although this son is not a great talent, he can listen to what he says, which is good. He is afraid of those idiots who are obviously stupid but insist on being smart.
(End of this chapter)